Single-chip Bluetooth solution for utility meters gives Actaris a versatile platform for new-generation remote reading schemes; Potential to radically cut the cost of meter-reading schemes.

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M2 PRESSWIRE-21 June 2004-CAMBRIDGE CONSULTANTS: Single-chip Bluetooth solution for utility meters gives Actaris a versatile platform for new-generation remote reading schemes; Potential to radically cut the cost of meter-reading schemes(C)1994-2004 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:06212004 Cambridge, UK - Cambridge Consultants has delivered a prototype design of a Bluetooth-based radio module to the leading utility metering company, Actaris.

Based on a single-chip Bluetooth device, the module provides new opportunities to drive down the cost of remote metering, allowing meters to be wireless-enabled at very low cost and opening the door to high-integrity consumer-activated schemes. The wide availability of Bluetooth on consumer devices was key to Actaris' and...