Telemetric Announces the Release of IED Config™ for the Remote Configuration of IED’s Equipped with Remote Telemetry Modules

IEEE PES Conference, Chicago, IL – April 22, 2008 – Telemetric Corporation, a leader in end-to-end wireless communication solutions for the electric utility industry, announced today the release of a new IED Config™ feature for their Remote Telemetry Module (RTM). This powerful new feature allows Telemetric users to remotely change settings and retrieve event logs on Intelligent Electronic Devices (IED’s) used for equipment such as reclosers, switches, capacitor banks and voltage regulators using the manufacturer’s standard configuration software. This feature works on the nationwide AT&T cellular network. In addition users can manage and change the RTM configuration using IED Config. The new feature will greatly enhance the productivity of distribution engineers by eliminating many site visits to obtain event information or make a routine setting change. The new feature can be added to any Telemetric RTM in operation by updating the firmware in the unit. This new feature leverages Telemetric’s alliance with AT&T Wireless (formerly Cingular) to deliver fast and cost-effective IP-based data communications throughout North America. Telemetric RTM units can be installed anywhere AT&T (or roaming partners) service is available. Telemetric products allow electric utility customers to monitor, control and report changes automatically via Telemetric’s PowerVista™ applications or integrate directly to SCADA, Energy Management Systems, or other systems. Over 200 electric utilities throughout the United States and Canada have deployed Telemetric products to monitor and control distribution equipment and read meters.

The new feature has been tested with a number of manufacturer’s configuration software and IED’s. Please contact Telemetric Technical Support for a current list. “The introduction of the IED Config feature demonstrates Telemetric’s vision of providing customers with tools to increase their productivity, responsiveness and reduce operating expenses” said Joe Bowen, Telemetric’s Chief Technology Officer. “This technology offers another tool for electric utilities to implement and manage their distributed intelligent grid solutions”.

The beauty of the IED Config software is that it supports the manufacturer’s own configuration software by using IP tunneling technology over the digital cellular network. Thus, electric utility engineers or technicicans can utilize the same familiar software that they use when connecting directly to a device in the field. Security features of the system include the use of a VPN connection, user name and password, multi-factor authentication and data encryption.

Unlike private radio networks that require large investments in communications infrastructure, the Telemetric devices communicate through the commercial wireless network, delivering very cost effective solutions that can be rapidly deployed with no infrastructure investment. Users can be notified of events via text message, e-mail or pager and the information can be delivered to their SCADA or Energy Management system. They may also view and manage their device information on their own secure account using Telemetric’s PowerVista™ applications with a standard web browser. Unlike simple modem-based solutions, Telemetric products combine Intelligent Remote Devices with the state-of-the-art AT&T digital network to provide powerful applications that are efficient and cost effective.

About Telemetric

Telemetric is an industry leader in wireless communications and control solutions for the electric utility industry. Telemetric solutions are installed at more than 200 utilities nationwide, allowing them to cost-effectively monitor and control equipment on their electric distribution systems. Telemetric solutions allow utilities to make the most of their electric distribution assets – communicate more efficiently, control field assets, respond to power interruptions and equipment problems, and automate reporting functions, resulting in lower operating costs and more reliable power. For more information, please visit www.telemetric.net, or e-mail to info@telemetric.net.