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Direct Connect Using the NCSS Mobile App

Roles: Technician
Last Updated: May 2025

Direct Connect allows you to configure an NCSS device directly from your Android or iOS device.

For Gateways, you can use Direct Connect to set up a Ethernet or WiFi connection, enable or disable cellular, and force the device to sync.

For Repeaters, Direct Connect allows you to put the device in rapid check-in mode.

For meter devices, such as the Next Register or Remote Reader, you can configure several items to ensure your device is reading and communicating meter data correctly. These items include the meter's multiplier, unit of measure, signal type, and initial meter read (IMR).

Note: adding new devices to your property is not done via Direct Connect. For more information, please see Programming Equipment in the NextCentury Web Portal.

 

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Download the NCSS Mobile App

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Get it on Google Play

The NCSS mobile app can also be found by searching the Google Play Store or Apple App Store for "NCSS".

Direct Connect Process

Note: Your mobile device must be within 10 feet of the Gateway with Bluetooth/BLE turned on. You may need to grant the NCSS app permission to access location services and/or Bluetooth in your device's settings.

  1. Open the NCSS mobile app and select “Direct Connect” from the menu.
  2. Tap the appropriate device when it appears on your screen.
  3. Tap the Settings icon and adjust the connection parameters as needed.

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