Elster Solutions UFTR1 User Manual
Certification Exhibit
FCC ID: QZC-UFTR1
IC: 4557A-UFTR1
FCC Rule Parts: 15.247, Part 90
ISED Canada’s Radio Standards Specifications: RSS-247, RSS-119
ACS Project Number: 17-3005
Manufacturer: Elster Solutions
Model: UFTR1
Manual
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Model UFT PCBA manual
Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
250 mW
902.4
–
927.6 MHz
25
400 KHz
EA LAN1
EA LAN2
35.56 kbps
142.22 kbps
250 KHz < BW < 400 KHz
250 KHz < BW < 400 KHz
250 KHz
< BW < 400 KHz
250 KHz < BW < 400 KHz
< 0.4 seconds within a 10 second period
Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
250 mW
902.4
–
927.6 MHz
64
400 KHz
NGC
50, 150, 200 kbps
100 KHz < BW < 400 KHz for 50/150/200 kbps data rates
100 KHz < BW < 400 KHz for 50/150/200 kbps data rates
100 KHz < BW < 400 KHz for 50/150/200 kbps data rates
< 0.4 seconds within a 20 second period
General
The Model UFT printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) contains a frequency hopping spread spectrum radio
operating in the 902.4-927.6 MHz ISM frequency band and a 451.35 MHz FCC Part 90 licensed radio. It also
contains a pre-certified Bluetooth module used for communication with user’s Bluetooth enabled portable
device. When the UFT module is installed in its plastic housing it forms a pass-through device used to
interrogate Elster Solutions metering devices that are currently installed. Installations of multiple metering
devices comprise part of an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system that utilizes a proprietary network
architecture and protocol devised by Elster Solutions. The UFT is used by the user to allow communication with
devices within this network architecture.
Device specifications
Table 1: 900 MHz Radio Specifications for 25-Channel 250 mW EA Operation
Classification
Maximum Output Power
Operating Frequency Band
Number of Channels
Channel Spacing
Mode
Data Rate
Occupied Bandwidth – 20dB
Occupied Bandwidth – 99%
Channel Dwell Time
Table 2: 900 MHz Radio Specifications for 64-Channel 250 MW NGC Operation
Classification
Maximum Output Power
Operating Frequency Band
Number of Channels
Channel Spacing
Mode
Data Rate
FSK Occupied Bandwidth – 20dB
FSK Occupied Bandwidth – 99%
GFSK Occupied Bandwidth – 20dB
Channel Dwell Time
Table 3: 451.35 MHz Radio Specifications
Single Channel GFSK
500 mW
451.35 MHz
1
3.125 kHz
12.5 kHz
10.5 kHz
Classification
Maximum Output Power
Operating Frequency Band
Number of Channels
Data Rate
Channel Bandwidth
Occupied Bandwidth – 99%
FCC and Industry Canada Compliance
The 900 and 451.35MHz radio module is manufactured directly onto the main circuit board, and the module is
inserted into the plastic housing that attaches to the user’s belt using the included beltclip. The Bluetooth
module is a pre-certified module (FCC: PI4411B, IC: 1931B-BTM411). The UFT has no user-serviceable parts.
USER INFORMATION (PART 15.105)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If you experience trouble with this equipment, please use the Return Material Authorization (RMA) feature
available at the Online Customer Services at www.elstersolutions.com. Do not attempt to repair this equipment
yourself unless you are replacing the entire module.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (FCC PART 15.19 AND INDUSTRY CANADA)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
ÉNONCÉ DE CONFORMITÉ
Cet appareil est conforme à la Partie 15 des règles de la FCC et aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'utilisation de cet appareil est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
Cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences nocives et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toutes les
interférences reçues notamment celles pouvant provoquer un fonctionnement intempestif de l'appareil.
ANTENNA COMPLIANCE
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.
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 équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas
l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
UFT: This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed
below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated.
Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are
strictly prohibited for use with this device.
UFT: Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne
énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne.
Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont
strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
• On Board 900MHz Chip Antenna: 2.56 dBi
• External 450 MHz Dipole Antenna: 4 dBi
WARNING (PART 15.21)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Elster could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
RF RADIATION SAFETY GUIDELINES
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment is in direct contact with the body of the user under normal operating conditions. This device should
only be operated in the manner outlined in the training documents provided.
DIRECTIVES DE SÉCURITÉ DE RADIOFRÉQUENCE
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements de la FCC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement est en contact direct avec le corps de l'utilisateur dans des
conditions normales d'utilisation. Cet appareil ne doit être utilisé que de la manière indiquée dans les
documents de formation fournis.
COLLOCATION STATEMENT
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
DÉCLARATION DE CO-LOCALISATION
Cet émetteur ne doit pas être co-localisé ou opérant en conjonction avec aucune autre antenne ou
transmetteur.
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