CONSUMPTION VALUE RECORDING UNIT AND DEVICE FOR TRANSMITTING DATA FROM SUCH A CONSUMPTION VALUE RECORDING UNIT

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a consumption value recording unit, in particular a consumption meter, with at least one measuring device for recording data, in particular consumption data. Furthermore, the invention relates to a device for transmitting data, in particular consumption data, from such a consumption value recording unit.

[0002] Consumption data acquisition units with measuring devices, such as metering devices, are known from the state of the art. The measuring device records measured values, and the consumption data acquisition unit provides the resulting consumption data.

[0003] Furthermore, devices are generally known that are designed to read meter data from consumption data recording units, in particular consumption meters such as water, electricity, or gas meters. Such consumption data recording units are installed, for example, at consumption points in a building or room. US 2017 / 0264508 A1, DE 10 2018 004 566 A1, and EP 3 367 694 A1 each disclose measuring systems or meters whose measured data can be read via a radio connection.

[0004] Utilities, such as energy or water companies, typically collect consumption data from these consumption recording units to create consumption bills for customers. The consumption data is recorded, for example, by the consumption recording unit and stored for previous consumption periods in a non-readable format. It is then transferred upon request to a mobile device, particularly a reading device. The consumption data for previous consumption periods represents a measure of the quantity of the medium being recorded, such as water, electricity, or gas, consumed within the previous consumption period.

[0005] The disadvantage is that the consumer or customer cannot receive, read and thus check the transmittable consumption data from the consumption meter itself.

[0006] The invention is based on the object of specifying a consumption value recording device, in particular a consumption meter, with at least one measuring device for recording data, in particular consumption data, and a device for transmitting the data, which enables a consumer or customer to receive and check the data from his measuring devices himself, wherein the consumption data can be transmitted to a utility company for consumption billing independently of this check.

[0007] The object is achieved according to the invention by a device having the features of claim 1.

[0008] Advantageous embodiments of the invention are the subject of the dependent claims. The consumption value recording unit according to the invention, in particular a consumption meter according to the invention, comprises at least one measuring device for recording data. The measuring device comprises two wireless communication interfaces for transmitting the recorded data. For example, consumption data, such as measured values, can be recorded and transmitted using the measuring device. A first wireless communication interface of the measuring device is designed to connect the measuring device to at least one central server. A second wireless communication interface of the measuring device is designed to connect the measuring device to at least one mobile device of a user.

[0009] The consumption recording unit is designed as a stationary, electronic consumption meter or as a single stationary, electronic consumption measuring device, which is arranged and mounted, for example, screwed, as a mounting module at an associated consumption point or unit, for example, a radiator, a water pipe, a gas pipe, a heating, cooling, solar, or hot water system. The consumption recording unit comprises the sensor unit, for example, a 1- or 2-sensor measuring system or a measuring capsule or a vane sensor with scanning, to record and determine consumption data, such as proportional heat quantities, water quantities, heat or cooling energy, of the associated consumption unit, such as a radiator, water pipe, or air conditioning system.

[0010] In one embodiment, the measuring device is a sensor unit that comprises the two wireless communication interfaces or is signal-connected to these wireless communication interfaces. The data acquired by the measuring device is transmitted to the wireless communication interfaces. In particular, the measuring device comprises at least one sensor, such as a meter sensor, for acquiring the data.

[0011] In a further development, the measuring device is designed to provide consumption data as data via the first communication interface. For example, this consumption data can be received by the central server, for example a so-called cloud storage space. A utility company can obtain the consumption data from the central server and use it for consumption billing. For example, the central server is set up to exchange data, such as consumption data, with the measuring device, for example via a wireless or wired network, in particular an Ethernet network. For example, the measuring device sends the consumption data to the central server when the measuring device receives a request sent from the central server via the first wireless communication interface.

[0012] In a possible further development, the measuring device is designed to provide consumption data and / or statistical data as data via the second communication interface. In particular, the user of the mobile device can easily select the consumption data via, for example, a touch-sensitive display unit of the mobile device and have it displayed in a desired graphical form, in particular by tapping. Furthermore, the consumption data and / or statistical data are provided with a timestamp for further time-dependent analyses and statistical processing of the data. For example, the measuring device sends the consumption data and / or statistical data to the mobile device when the measuring device receives a request sent from the mobile device via the second wireless communication interface.In particular, this consumption data can be received by the mobile device, such as a mobile terminal, of the user, for example a consumer or customer. In particular, no special receiving devices need to be used. For example, a conventional mobile phone of the user only needs to have an interface that can be coupled to the second communication interface. For example, the data, in particular consumption data, of the meter can be received and read out on the mobile device using installed readout software. The readout software can, for example, be easily installed on a conventional mobile device. For example, the readout software can be downloaded from the mobile device via an internet connection. The consumption data and / or the statistical data can be displayed graphically on the mobile device.In particular, the transmission of consumption data to the mobile device enables interaction between the consumer and the consumption data recording unit. The consumer can use the transmitted consumption data and / or statistical data to create consumption analyses. In particular, such insight into consumption data provides the consumer with improved awareness of usage regarding comparatively more efficient energy consumption. Furthermore, the consumer can monitor their own energy usage.

[0013] In a further development, it is possible to equip a conventional measuring device with only one radio interface with a second communication interface. The measuring device is then configured to connect the existing radio interface to the central server or to the mobile device and the second communication interface to the other of the two connection partners upon request.

[0014] By providing two communication interfaces on the measuring device according to the invention, it is possible to transmit consumption data, in particular to independent receivers, essentially simultaneously via two independently operable communication interfaces. Furthermore, it is possible to provide two different communication interfaces. For example, the communication interfaces differ in the frequency range. For example, one of the communication interfaces is designed to transmit data over a longer distance. The other communication interface is designed, for example, to transmit data only over a short distance. The transmission of consumption data is not further limited by predetermined transmission frequencies and / or transmission distances.Furthermore, the communication interfaces can each comply with different security standards, particularly communication security, such as transmission security. For example, the communication interfaces are each designed as a radio interface.

[0015] In contrast to conventional consumption meters, the consumption value recording unit thus comprises two separate communication interfaces, wherein one of the communication interfaces is configured as at least one secure communication interface and the other communication interface is configured as at least one public and / or one secure communication interface.

[0016] In one possible embodiment, the measuring device is designed to be configurable via the second communication interface. For example, operating parameters of the measuring device can be configured. The second communication interface enables secure configuration, for example for an installer of the consumption value recording unit and / or the measuring device. The installer or another authorized person can intervene in and adjust functions of the measuring device via the second communication interface. For example, use of the second communication interface can only be activated using authorized access data. In particular, the user of the mobile device can adjust the configuration of both the measuring device and the consumption value recording unit, for example via the touch-sensitive display unit of the mobile device, in particular by tapping.

[0017] According to one embodiment, the measuring device comprises a configuration unit. The operating parameters for operating the measuring device and / or the consumption value recording unit are stored in this configuration unit. A connection between the mobile device and the configuration unit of the measuring device and / or the consumption value recording unit can be established via the second communication interface.

[0018] In another possible embodiment, the measuring device and / or the consumption value recording unit are configured to authenticate the user, such as a utility company, prior to configuration access. For example, the measuring device is configured to request authentication information upon detecting a connection establishment attempt via the second communication interface. After successful authentication of the requesting user, the user can access the operating parameters of the measuring device and / or the consumption value recording unit.

[0019] For example, the operating parameters include configuration, calibration, and control parameters of the measuring device and / or a component of the consumption data recording unit, such as a display unit. The operating parameters are, for example, assigned to operating times or provided with a time stamp. Measurement times and / or measurement cycles can also be specified and stored for the measuring device, with the measuring device being activated or deactivated at the stored times according to a measurement time or for a measurement cycle. This allows the recorded consumption data to be viewed depending on time-tagged operating parameters and / or operating states. The user, for example the installer, can easily set the measuring device for proper operation via the mobile device. For example, the measuring device can be adapted to the requirements of a physical environment.In particular, special installation tools with specific communication interfaces can be dispensed with and replaced by the mobile device. For example, a user's conventional mobile phone only needs to have one interface that can be coupled to the second communication interface. The measuring device can be configured via the second communication interface using an application program and / or suitable software. Such an application program and / or such software can be easily installed on the mobile device, for example. For example, the application program and / or the software can be downloaded from the mobile device via an Internet connection. In particular, installation costs and installation effort are reduced. Furthermore, installation and configuration or reconfiguration of the measuring device are significantly simplified.Thanks to the mobile device's connectivity, a consumer or customer no longer needs to read consumption data from a conventional, small display on a consumption data recording unit. For example, consumption data recording units feature eight-digit displays, such as an LCD screen. In particular, additional display and information output of the transmitted data, such as graphical representations, such as consumption data curves, are possible on the mobile device.

[0020] One embodiment of the consumption value recording unit provides that the first communication interface operates, in particular transmits and receives, in an ultra-high frequency band (short: UHF band). According to the invention, the first communication interface is a wide-field communication interface. In particular, the first communication interface transmits or receives in a so-called ISM band (short for: Industrial, Scientific and Medical Band). For example, the measuring device comprises an antenna. In particular, radio frequencies in a so-called UHF-ISM band can be used for data transmission via the first communication interface. The first communication interface can be operated over large distances, i.e. spatial distances. For example, in the ultra-high frequency range, electromagnetic waves in a frequency band from 300 MHz to 3000 MHz can be used.

[0021] A further embodiment of the consumption value recording unit provides that the second communication interface operates in a high-frequency band (HF band for short), in particular transmits and receives. For example, the second communication interface is a near-field communication interface (NFC). The second communication interface can be operated over short distances, i.e., short spatial distances. For example, radio waves, in particular radio waves, in a frequency range of 3 MHz to 30 MHz can be used in the high-frequency range. For example, the second communication interface is based on an international transmission standard for the contactless exchange of data, such as a Bluetooth connection. Furthermore, the data can be exchanged via electromagnetic induction.Furthermore, it is possible for communication to take place over a short distance between the consumption value recording unit, in particular the measuring device, and the mobile device. Alternatively or additionally, it is possible for communication to take place via a direct pairing, in particular a touch, of the mobile device with the consumption value recording unit, in particular the measuring device.

[0022] According to one possible embodiment, the measuring device is designed to feed electrical energy obtained from radio signals into the second communication interface. In particular, the measuring device is designed to obtain electrical energy from the radio signals provided by the mobile device in order to supply it to at least the second communication interface. In other words: the second communication interface is supplied by energy harvesting from the radio signals emitted by the mobile device. For example, the second communication interface functions like a passive storage element which, when connected to the mobile device, can exchange data while being supplied by the energy harvesting. For example, the energy harvesting is based on a so-called energy harvesting method.

[0023] The device according to the invention comprises a consumption value recording unit with at least one measuring device, in particular a meter, for recording data, in particular consumption data, a central server, and a mobile device. A first wireless communication interface, which can be coupled to the central server, is provided for transmitting the data from the consumption value recording unit to the central server. For example, the measuring device or the consumption value recording unit comprises the first wireless communication interface. For transmitting the data from the consumption value recording unit to the mobile device, the measuring device or the consumption value recording unit comprises a second wireless communication interface, which can be coupled to the mobile device.In addition, the mobile device comprises a wireless communication interface, wherein readout software is installed on the mobile device, and wherein the mobile device is configured to request and receive consumption data from the meter as data after starting the readout software and to convert the received consumption data into a readable format and output it upon request.

[0024] In one embodiment, configuration software is installed on the mobile device, wherein the mobile device is configured to set operating parameters of the measuring device after starting the configuration software.

[0025] According to one possible embodiment, different operating parameters are specified by the central server, wherein the mobile device is designed to connect to the central server and request the provided operating parameters.

[0026] In a further embodiment, the configuration software is configured to authenticate a user before granting access to the operating parameters of the measuring device.

[0027] For example, the configuration software is an accredited mobile application for installers. This application is made available to authenticated users, whereby the application can be installed on the mobile device assigned to the user. An authentication process of the user, e.g. an installer, for the mobile application is provided, for example, by the central server, in particular a so-called cloud, and via internet access on the mobile device. This can be used to verify the user's login credentials. Each measuring device, in particular its sensor, uses, for example, a specific set of operating parameters that define the operating behavior of the measuring device. For example, the operating parameters specify a data reading interval and radio transmission interval. Furthermore, the operating parameters include calibration data for a specific positioning and orientation of the measuring device, in particular its sensor.These operating parameters can be configured via the second communication interface of the measuring device or the consumption data recording unit, with the authenticated user entering values ​​and / or selecting values ​​from a predefined list. The predefined list is transmitted to the mobile device via the central server, for example, or is made available to the mobile device. The list is displayed, for example, via a graphical user interface on the mobile device. Via this user interface, the user can change, set, and add configuration data to a configuration memory or operating parameter memory of the measuring device and / or the consumption data recording unit.

[0028] In a further development, the operating parameters can be saved on the mobile device. If the user needs to configure multiple measuring devices, they can store selected operating parameters on their mobile device, which can then be easily transferred to the next measuring device when a connection is established.

[0029] Furthermore, an identification number of the consumption recording unit, for example, is provided via the second communication interface. This identification number can be read using the mobile device. The identification number can then be forwarded from the mobile device to the central server, so that previously stored or to-be-set operating parameters of the meter can be directly assigned to the consumption recording unit. In particular, it is possible to dispense with special devices according to the so-called IrDa (Infrared Data Association) standard in the consumption recording units and special reading units. This can reduce installation and manufacturing costs as well as manufacturing effort.

[0030] In one possible embodiment, the consumer's mobile device is a mobile phone or a tablet computer. The user's mobile device, in particular the consumer's or customer's, has readout software installed on it to read the data from the consumer's metering device(s), which can be activated as needed or requested.

[0031] According to a further development, the mobile device comprises a storage unit for storing the received data, in particular consumption data of the measuring device.

[0032] In a further embodiment, the consumer's mobile device comprises a display unit configured to output the received data, in particular consumption data, with statistical data in a readable format, in particular on the display unit.

[0033] In addition, the mobile device can be configured to send the data on the operating parameters of the measuring device to the central server in the form of a

[0034] Receive historical statistics from the central server and display them on the display unit in a readable format. This allows the user to review the measuring device's past operating behavior. Additionally, the user can also compare the previously used operating parameters with the current specified operating parameters.

[0035] According to a further development of the device, the readout software and the configuration software can be loaded from the central server and stored on the mobile device.

[0036] Embodiments of the invention are explained in more detail below with reference to drawings.

[0037] Showing: Figure 1 schematically shows an embodiment of a consumption value recording unit according to the invention for transmitting data recorded by a measuring device, in particular consumption data, to a central server and to a mobile device. Figure 2A schematically shows an embodiment of a consumption value recording unit with a measuring device having two wireless communication interfaces for transmitting recorded data, in particular consumption data, to a central server and to a mobile device. Figure 2B schematically shows a further embodiment of a consumption value recording unit with a measuring device having two wireless communication interfaces for transmitting recorded data, in particular consumption data, to a central server and to a mobile device. Figure 3 schematically shows a device for transmitting data from a consumption value recording unit to a user's mobile device and to a central server, for example of a utility company.and Figure 4 schematically shows a consumption diagram.

[0038] Corresponding parts and physical quantities are provided with the same reference numerals in all figures.

[0039] The Figures 1 , 2A and 2B each show a consumption value recording unit 1 according to the invention for transmitting data D, such as consumption data VD. The consumption value recording unit 1 comprises a measuring device 2, in particular in the form of a sensor unit, for recording measurable values.

[0040] The consumption value recording unit 1 is, for example, a stationary, electronic consumption value measuring device. For example, the consumption value recording unit 1 is a stationary heat consumption, electricity, water, or gas meter. Such a consumption value recording unit 1 is, for example, installed in a consumer's apartment or house at a consumption point, for example, on a radiator or a medium line. Typically, several consumption value recording units 1 are installed in a user's apartment or house, in particular the consumer. Typically, there are two regulations for each measuring device for the precise recording and determination of the consumption V of the respective medium. The respective medium is often recorded and determined in a unit that is not readable by the consumer.For example, in order to obtain the heat / energy consumption in the billing unit kWh (thermal) according to the Federal Tariff Ordinance, depending on the type of energy, for example for gas, the gas consumption (volumetric) in cubic meters (m 3< ), a conversion factor (standardized number, takes into account average air pressure, gas pressure and gas temperature) and a billing calorific value (kWh / m 3< , standardized value, takes into account fluctuations in the energy content of the gas) must be determined and multiplied with each other.

[0041] The present invention enables the data D of the stationary, electronic consumption value recording unit 1 to be transmitted to a mobile device 3 of a user, in particular a consumer and / or customer, and in parallel to a central server 4.

[0042] The consumption value recording unit 1 is designed to directly record consumption values ​​and to transmit them as data D via two integrated communication interfaces MS1, MS2.

[0043] The measuring device 2 of the consumption value recording unit 1 comprises two wireless communication interfaces MS1, MS2 for transmitting the recorded data D, in particular in the form of consumption data VD. The wireless communication interfaces MS1, MS2 are each designed, for example, as a radio interface.

[0044] A first wireless communication interface MS1 is configured to connect the measuring device 2 to the central server 4. For this purpose, the central server 4 comprises a communication interface S1 that can be coupled to the first communication interface MS1. In particular, consumption data VD is transmitted as data D to the central server 4 for consumption billing. For example, the central server 4 is a so-called cloud or another external computing unit. For example, a utility company, a billing company, a housing company, or a landlord has access to the central server 4.

[0045] The central server 4 is, for example, a so-called cloud storage space, which is configured to receive data D from the measuring device 2 with the measuring device 2, for example via a wireless or wired network NW, such as a global network NW.

[0046] A second wireless communication interface MS2 is configured to connect the measuring device 2 to the mobile device 3 of the user, in particular the consumer, and / or a meter reader of a meter reading company. For this purpose, the mobile device 3 comprises a communication interface S2 that can be coupled to the second communication interface MS2. For this purpose, the second wireless communication interface MS2 is configured, for example, as both a secure and a public communication interface MS2.

[0047] This enables the consumer to have their consumption data VD displayed on their mobile device 3 in a format they can read, for example the medium in question, such as gas or water, volumetrically in cubic meters. The consumer's mobile device 3 is, for example, a mobile phone or a tablet and comprises at least one optical display unit 3.1. The consumption data VD can be displayed to the consumer via the display unit 3.1, for example, graphically, in tabular form, or in another desired format. The consumption data VD sent to the mobile device 3 is intended to provide information to the consumer. For example, the data D, in particular both current consumption data VD and / or previous or past consumption data VD (also called historical values) and / or statistical data SD, can be displayed.The consumer can have analyses and statistics compiled, for example, on his consumption history.

[0048] The first communication interface MS1 operates, for example, in an ultra-high frequency band. For example, the first communication interface MS1 is a wide-field communication interface. In particular, the first communication interface MS1 transmits and receives in a so-called ISM band. For example, radio frequencies in a so-called UHF ISM band can be used via the first communication interface MS1. The first communication interface MS1 can be operated over long distances, i.e., spatial distances. For example, in the ultra-high frequency range, electromagnetic waves in a frequency band from 300 MHz to 3000 MHz can be used.

[0049] For example, the measuring device 2 comprises a Figures 2A and 2B indicated, antenna A.

[0050] The second wireless communication interface MS2 is configured, for example, with a radio standard, in particular an international radio transmission standard based on RFID technology, which enables wireless data transmission over short radio ranges. Such a communication interface MS2 is also referred to as an NFC interface. The NFC interface enables secure and fast transmission of data D between the measuring device 2 and the mobile device 3. The second communication interface MS2 can be operated over short distances, i.e., spatial distances. For example, in the high-frequency range, radio waves, in particular radio waves, can be used in a frequency range from 3 MHz to 30 MHz.

[0051] Alternatively, the communication interfaces MS1, MS2 can be designed as Bluetooth or WLAN interfaces.

[0052] The measuring device 2 of the consumption value recording unit 1 can comprise a control unit. Alternatively, a separate control unit (not shown in detail) can be provided in the consumption value recording unit 1. The measuring device 2 and the control unit are linked to each other for data purposes. In addition, the consumption value recording unit 1 can comprise a memory (not shown in detail) for storing the consumption values ​​(also called consumption data VD). The consumption value recording unit 1 is designed as a stationary assembly module and comprises a housing G that surrounds and encapsulates the measuring device 2 and the two wireless communication interfaces MS1, MS2. The housing G can be designed in one or more parts.

[0053] For reading and displaying the consumption data VD, the mobile device 3 comprises a reading software ASW according to the invention. The mobile device 3 of the consumer is configured to read consumption data VD from the

[0054] Meter 2 to request and receive and, upon request, to convert and output the received consumption data VD into a readable format, for example a volumetric format.

[0055] Furthermore, the measuring device 2 is configured via the second communication interface MS2. For example, Figures 2A and 2B The operating parameters BP of the measuring device 2 shown can be configured. The second communication interface MS2 enables secure configuration, for example, for an installer of the consumption value recording unit 1 and / or the measuring device 2.

[0056] Figures 2A and 2Beach schematically show embodiments of a consumption value recording unit 1 with a measuring device 2 with two wireless communication interfaces MS1, MS2 for transmitting recorded data D, in particular consumption data VD, to a central server 4 and to a mobile device 3 via associated two communication connections V1, V2.

[0057] A first communication connection V1 between the measuring device 2 and the central server 4 is designed as a secure communication connection for the transmission of consumption data VD.

[0058] A second communication connection V2 between the measuring device 2 and the mobile device 3 is also designed as a secure communication connection for transmitting the consumption data VD and further data D, such as statistical data SD and / or configuration data, such as adjustable operating parameters BP.

[0059] The consumption value recording unit 1 is designed as a stationary, electronic consumption measuring device.

[0060] According to the invention, the mobile device 3 comprises a KSW configuration software for configuring the measuring device 2. For example, the KSW configuration software is an accredited mobile application for installers. This application is made available to authenticated users, and the application can be installed on the mobile device 3 assigned to the user.

[0061] Each measuring device 2, in particular its sensor, uses, for example, a specific set of operating parameters BP that define the operating behavior of the measuring device 2. For example, the operating parameters BP specify a data reading interval and a radio transmission interval. Furthermore, the operating parameters BP include configuration, calibration data, and / or control data for a specific positioning and orientation of the measuring device 2, in particular its sensor.

[0062] These operating parameters BP can be configured, updated, and / or specified via the second communication interface MS2 of the measuring device 2, with the authenticated user, for example, entering values ​​on the mobile device 3 and / or selecting values ​​from a predefined list. The predefined list is transmitted, for example, via the central server 4 to the mobile device 3 or provided for the mobile device 3 or entered directly on the mobile device 3 by the installer. The list is displayed, for example, via the optical display unit 3.1.

[0063] The central server 4 is configured, for example, to exchange operating parameters BP, in particular new, current and / or past operating parameters BP to be updated, of the measuring device 2 with the mobile device 3, for example via a wireless or wired network NW, in particular an Ethernet network and / or a conventional Internet access.

[0064] In a further development, the mobile device 3 is configured to receive the data D transmitted to the central server 4 on the operating parameters BP of the measuring device 2 in the form of historical statistics directly from the central server 4 (as in Figure 3 shown) and / or via the network NW (as shown in Figures 2A , 2Bshown). The operating parameters BP can be output in readable form on the display unit 3.1. This enables the user to check the operating behavior of the measuring device 2 in the past. In addition, the user can also compare the previously used operating parameters BP with the currently specified and active operating parameters BP of the measuring device 2. For this purpose, the mobile device 3 is data-linked both to the measuring device 2 via the second communication interface MS2 and the second communication connection V2 and to the central server 4 via the network NW and an associated third communication connection V3.

[0065] As in Figure 2BAs shown, the connection between antenna A and central server 4 is bidirectional. In an installation mode, which can be activated using mobile device 3, the installer can check the status of installation mode via the second communication interface MS2, for example based on transmitted current operating parameters BP. Both central server 4 and the measuring device 2 to be paired can be addressed using their mobile device 3, in particular a mobile receiving device. In particular, installation mode can be easily checked and configured if the necessary information and / or operating parameters BP are communicated bidirectionally. In installation mode, for example, operating parameters BP of measuring device 2 can be set.For example, the measuring device 2 can be switched to installation mode via the KSW configuration software stored in the mobile device 3 and / or via an IP installation program stored in the mobile device 3. To prevent unauthorized persons in possession of the mobile device 3 from gaining access to the measuring device 2, authorization is provided for on the server side. For example, to allow access to the measuring device 2 by the mobile device 3, authorization must be requested from the mobile device 3 or the measuring device 2 at the server 4 and granted by the server 4 before the mobile device 3 receives configuration access for the measuring device 2.

[0066] By equipping the consumption data recording unit 1 with two separate communication interfaces MS1, MS2, such authorization queries and approvals are simplified and, in particular, significantly accelerated. In particular, an installer or commercial user, such as a meter reader, gains quick and easy access to the consumption data recording unit 1. This, in turn, enables faster and more targeted transmission of relevant data D, such as consumption data VD, since the installer or user can easily and quickly make the appropriate settings on the consumption data recording unit 1 by transmitting and changing / updating the corresponding operating parameters BP.

[0067] In a further development, the second communication interface MS2 can be activated via the central server 4, in particular for configuring the consumption value recording unit 1. A connection and transmission between the mobile device 3 and the measuring device 2 can be configured in this way, for example. In other words, the activation FS of the second communication interface MS2, for example to connect to different mobile devices 3, is carried out via the server 4.

[0068] Figure 3 shows schematically a device VO for the wireless transmission of data D from one or more consumption value recording units 1 to a mobile device 3 of a user, in particular a consumer or customer, and to a central server 4, for example of a utility company.

[0069] For example, the ASW readout software and / or the KSW configuration software are installed on the mobile device 3 in the form of application software (also called an app for short).

[0070] The consumer's mobile device 3 is configured to authenticate the user, in particular the installer, after starting the KSW configuration software and before granting configuration access. For example, the measuring device 2 and / or the mobile device 3 are configured to query the user's authentication information upon detection of a connection establishment attempt via the second communication interface MS2 and activation of the KSW configuration software. After successful user authentication, the user can access the operating parameters BP of the measuring device 2. The operating parameters BP are converted, upon request from the user or the central server 4, into a format displayable by the mobile device 3 and output thereon. The user can update, change, add to, and / or delete the operating parameters BP via the second communication interface MS2 if necessary.

[0071] Furthermore, the consumer's mobile device 3 is configured to request and receive consumption data VD from the measuring device 2 as data D after starting the readout software ASW and, upon request, to convert and output the received consumption data VD into a readable format, for example a volumetric format.

[0072] For example, the mobile device 3 comprises a display unit 3.1 on which the received consumption data VD are output in a format readable by the consumer.

[0073] To read the data D of the measuring device 2 or the measuring devices 2 of the consumer, the readout software ASW on the mobile device 3 can be activated by the consumer as needed or upon request.

[0074] For example, the ASW readout software and / or the KSW configuration software are each pre-installed as user software on the mobile device 3. Alternatively, the consumer can download these programs from the central server 4 to the mobile device 3, save them there, and activate them as needed or upon request.

[0075] The mobile device 3 can further be configured to store the received data D, such as the consumption data VD and statistical data SD, in a memory 3.2. For this purpose, the mobile device 3 comprises a storage unit 3.2. The storage unit 3.2 can further be configured to store the received data D, in particular the consumption data VD and the statistical data SD, of the measuring device 2 for later analysis.

[0076] In addition, the mobile device 3 can be configured to compare the data D received and optionally stored by the measuring device 2, in particular both current consumption data VD and / or previous or past consumption data VD (also called past values) and / or statistical data SD.

[0077] Figure 4 shows a schematic consumption diagram.

[0078] For example, the received data D, in particular the consumption data VD, can be output with statistical data SD, for example in the form of historical statistics or a consumption curve VK, on ​​the display unit 3.1. For example, past and stored consumption data VD can be cumulated with currently received consumption data VD and output over time t on the display unit 3.1. This allows the consumer to record and monitor the consumption per year V / a and the development of consumption per year V / a.

[0079] This allows the consumer to review their past consumption V. In addition, the consumer can also compare past consumption data VD with current consumption data VD. LIST OF REFERENCE SYMBOLS

[0080] 1Consumption value recording unit 2Measuring device 3Mobile device 3.1Display unit 3.2Storage unit 4Central server AAntenna ASWReadout software BPOperating parameters DData FSActivation GGHousing IPInstallation program KSWConfiguration software MS1, MS2Communication interface NWNetwork SDStatistical data S1, S2Communication interface tTime V1First communication connection V2Second communication connection V3Third communication connection VConsumption VDConsumption data VKConsumption curve VODevice V / aConsumption per year

Claims

1. Apparatus (VO) for transmitting data (D), having a consumption value recording unit (1), in particular a stationary, electronic consumption meter, having at least one measuring device (2) for capturing data (D) and having a mobile device (3), wherein the measuring device (2) comprises two wireless communication interfaces (MS1, MS2) for transmitting the captured data (D), wherein - a first wireless communication interface (MS1) is designed as a wide-field communication interface and is configured to connect the measuring device (2) to at least one central server (4), and - a second wireless communication interface (MS2) is designed as a near-field communication interface and is configured to connect the measuring device (2) to at least one mobile device (3) belonging to a user, wherein the data (D) captured by the measuring device (2) are transmittable via the two wireless communication interfaces (MS1, MS2), wherein read-out software (ASW) for requesting, receiving and outputting consumption data (VD) and configuration software (KSW) are installed as application software on the mobile device (3), and wherein operating parameters (BP) of the measuring device (2) are configurable by means of the configuration software (KSW) via the second wireless communication interface (MS2).

2. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 1, wherein the measuring device (2) is designed to provide, as data (D), consumption data (VD) for consumption billing via the first communication interface (MS1).

3. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 1 or 2, wherein the measuring device (2) is designed to provide, as data (D), consumption data (VD) and / or statistical data (SD) for consumption analysis via the second communication interface (MS2).

4. Apparatus (VO) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the measuring device (2) is designed to be configurable via the second communication interface (MS2).

5. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 4, wherein operating parameters (BP) of the measuring device (2) are configurable.

6. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 4 or 5, wherein the measuring device (2) is designed to authenticate the user before configuration access.

7. Apparatus (VO) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first communication interface (MS1) of the measuring device (2) operates in an ultrahigh frequency band.

8. Apparatus (VO) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the second communication interface (MS2) of the measuring device (2) operates in a high frequency band.

9. Apparatus (VO) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the measuring device (2) is designed to feed electrical energy obtained from radio signals into the second communication interface (MS2).

10. Apparatus (VO) according to one of the preceding Claims 1 to 9, further comprising at least one central server (4), wherein - the mobile device (3) comprises a wireless communication interface (S2) which is couplable to the second communication interface (MS2) of the measuring device (2), - at least the read-out software (ASW) is installed on the mobile device (3) and the mobile device (3) is configured to request and receive, as data (D), consumption data (VD) from the measuring device (2) after the read-out software (ASW) has been started and to convert the received consumption data (VD) into a readable format and to output them on request.

11. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 10, wherein the configuration software (KSW) is installed on the mobile device (3) and the mobile device (3) is configured to set operating parameters (BP) of the measuring device (2) after the configuration software (KSW) has been started.

12. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 11, wherein different operating parameters (BP) are providable by the central server (4), wherein the mobile device (3) is designed to connect to the central server (4) and to request provided operating parameters (BP).

13. Apparatus (VO) according to Claim 11 or 12, wherein the configuration software (KSW) is configured to authenticate a user before granting access to the operating parameters (BP) of the measuring device (2).

14. Apparatus (VO) according to one of Claims 10 to 13, wherein the mobile device (3) is a mobile telephone or a tablet computer.