Codan Radio Communications AMP 4 800 User Manual

RF Exposure Warning

Non-building-mounted Antennas:

• Height above ground level to lowest point of antenna ≥ 10 m

Building-mounted Antennas:

Power ≤ 1000 W ERP (1640 W EIRP)

The following RF Safety Guidelines should be observed when working in or around transmitter sites:

• The minimum safe distance the user should be from the transmitter antenna while transmitting is 57 cm amplifiers 30W or less.

For more information on RF energy exposure and compliance, please refer to the following:

• FCC Code of Regulations; 47 CFR §§ 1.1307 and 1.1310

Exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy has been identified as a potential environmental factor that must be considered before a radio
transmitter can be authorized or licensed. The FCC and IC have therefore developed maximum permissible exposure (MPE) limits for field
strength and power density, listed in FCC 47 CFR § 1.1310 and IC RSS-102 Issue 2 Sect 4. The FCC has furthermore determined that
determination of compliance with these exposure limits, and preparation of an Environmental Assessment (EA) if the limits are exceeded,
is necessary only for facilities, operations and transmitters that fall into certain risk categories, listed in FCC 47 CFR § 1.1307 (b), Table 1.
All other facilities, operations and transmitters are categorically excluded from making such studies or preparing an EA, except as indicated
in FCC 47 CFR §§ 1.1307 (c) and (d).

Revised FCC OET Bulletin 65 (Edition 97-01) and IC RSS-102 Issue 2 provide assistance in determining whether a proposed or existing
transmitting facility, operation or device complies with RF exposure limits. In accordance with OET Bulletin 65, FCC 47 CFR § 1.1307 (b)
and RSS-102 Issue Sect 2.5, the Codan Radio Communications transmitter manufactured in Canada is categorically excluded from routine
evaluation or preparing an EA for RF emissions and this exclusion is sufficient basis for assuming compliance with FCC/IC MPE limits.
This exclusion is subject to the limits specified in FCC 47 CFR §§ 1.1307 (b), 1.1310 and IC RSS-102 Issue 2 Sect 4. Codan Radio
Communications has no reason to believe that the excluded transmitter encompasses exceptional characteristics that could cause non­compliance.

Notes:

• The FCC and IC’s exposure guidelines constitute exposure limits, not emission limits. They are relevant to locations that • are
accessible to workers or members of the public. Such access can be restricted or controlled by appropriate means (i.e., fences,
warning signs and others).

• The FCC and IC’s limits apply cumulatively to all sources of RF emissions affecting a given site. Sites exceeding these • limits are
subject to an EA and must provide test reports indicating compliance.

RF Safety Guidelines and Informat ion

Base and Repeater radio transmitters are designed to generate and radiate RF energy by means of an external antenna, typically mounted
at a significant height above ground to provide adequate signal coverage. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the
antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that permitted for
successful communication. The following antenna installation guidelines are extracted from Appendix A from OET Bulletin 65 and must be
adhered to in order to ensure RF exposure compliance:

• Power ≤ 1000 W ERP (1640 W EIRP)

This assumes a maximum antenna EIRP of 15 dBi.

• Do not work on or around any transmitting antenna while RF power is applied.

• Before working on an antenna, disable the appropriate transmitter and ensure a “DO NOT USE” or similar sign is placed on or

near the PTT or key-up control.

• Assume all antennas are active unless specifically indicated otherwise.

• Never operate a transmitter with the cover removed.

• Ensure all personnel entering a transmitter site have electromagnetic energy awareness training.

• FCC OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01, “Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radiofrequency

Electromagnetic Fields”

• http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/

• IC RSS-102 Issue 2, “Radio Frequency Exposure Compliance of Radio Communication Apparatus”

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FCC Part 90.203(e) Compliance

requirements.

This radio complies with 47 CFR Part 90.203(e) in that the operator cannot program and transmit
on frequencies, other than those stated by the manufacturer, service or maintenance personnel,
using the equipment's external operation controls. It is noted that the FCC rules would be
violated if this radio is used to operate on frequencies outside of FCC (Part 90 and Part 22)
Frequency Bands for users other than the (Federal Government).

FCC RF Exposure Requirements

CAUTION: This transmitter must be restricted to work related operations in a Controlled RF
exposure environment. All qualified end-users of this device must have the knowledge to control
their exposure conditions and/or duration, and the exposure conditions and/or duration of their
passengers and bystanders, to comply with the General Population / Uncontrolled MPE limit and

IC RSS-GEN, Sec 7.1.2 Warning Statement- (Required for Transmitters)

ENGLISH:
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen
that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successful communication.

FRENCH:
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à
l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la
puissance isotrope rayonnée quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l'intensité nécessaire à
l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.

IC RSS-102, Sec 2.6 Warning Statements

ENGLISH:
The applicant is responsible for providing proper instructions to the user of the radio device, and
any usage restrictions, including limits of exposure durations. The user manual shall provide
installation and operation instructions, as well as any special usage conditions, to ensure
compliance with SAR and/or RF field strength limits. For instance, compliance distance shall be
clearly stated in the user manual.

The user manual of devices intended for controlled use shall also include information relating to
the operating characteristics of the device; the operating instructions to ensure compliance with
SAR and/or RF field strength limits; information on the installation and operation of accessories
to ensure compliance with SAR and/or RF field strength limits; and contact information where the
user can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance. Other related information
may also be included.

FRENCH:
Le demandeur est tenu de fournir des instructions appropriées à l'utilisateur de l'appareil de
radio, et des restrictions d'utilisation, y compris les limites de durée d'exposition. Le mode
d'emploi doit fournir installation et de fonctionnement des instructions, ainsi que les conditions
d'utilisation particulières, pour assurer la conformité avec SAR et / ou les limites d'intensité de
champ RF. Par exemple, la distance de conformité doit être clairement indiqué dans le mode
d'emploi.

Le manuel d'utilisation de dispositifs destinés à un usage contrôlé doit également contenir des