Automatic meter reading system with multitasking control
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May 12, 1998
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Apr 13, 1990
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Apr 13, 1990
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A meter reading system is provided in which a plurality of modems are connected to telephone lines and to a single computer which is operated through a stored program to sequentially perform portions of communication activities and portions of servicing activities in time-interleaved relation and in rapid sequence. The communication activities include receiving meter data from and sending of control data to automatic meter readers. The servicing activities include maintenance of customer account records storage of received meter data and various other activities. The system further includes provisions for sending wake-up tone signals to automatic meter readers.
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