DAP - This device is a logical actor that represents a transition in most AMI networks between Wide Area Networks and Neighborhood Area Networks. (e.g. Collector, Cell Relay, Base Station, Access Point, etc)

FEP - This device serves as the primary conduit for issuing commands from DMS/SCADA and receiving information from field devices deployed with in the Distribution network.

SCADA - System used to routinely monitor electric distribution network operations and performs supervised control as needed.