Intel BT2 Users Manual
EXHIBIT C – User Manual
FCC ID O2Z-BT2
Eligibility Requirements for Regulatory Module Approval
Introduction
The Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology is a radio device
that transmits and receives radio signals in accordance with the spectrum regulations for the 2.4-GHz
unlicensed frequency range. Regulatory approval is required for each country throughout the world
where the end-user wishes to operate the Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) and communicate
to other Bluetooth devices.
As part of Intel’s solution for Bluetooth wireless technology in mobile PCs, Intel will provide
regulatory approvals for certain countries in the form of a Modular Approval (MA)grant, which
can be utilized by PC manufacturers. A modular grant allows the OEM to insert an approved
device/antenna interconnection/antenna into a laptop without the need for additional regulatory
equipment certification. In the case of laptops, where many models may exist, this form of
certification can represent a significant savings in terms of cost and time. The countries that can
accept this form of approval include the US, Canada, and certain European counties. The conditions
for approval for each of these countries is described below.
Obtaining Modular Approval is not a requirement. If an Intel customer uses a unique antenna or
antenna interconnect design, that customer may file for standard type approval in the country or
countries of interest. This method will require the testing of the entire end product, and hence may
be more time consuming expensive.
The MA is only valid in countries that have accepted the MA process. For countries that have not
accepted the MA process, PC manufacturers must submit the laptop for a conventional radio
transmitter type-approval for each country of interest. PC manufacturers may disregard the
requirements of this section if they accept the full responsibility for regulatory type-approval of the
electronic device with an integrated Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler).
User Guide Information
PC manufacturers are required to place specific text in the user’s guide for a notebook PC alongside
other regulatory information. The information may be segmented by geographic world region if
desired, but the exact text shown below must be maintained. The user’s guide must contain the
following items:
United States of America Requirements
The following text must be copied exactly into the products user’s guide:
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“This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. 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.
Caution: Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.”
General User Guide Requirements
The following text must be copied exactly into the product’s user’s guide:
“This product contains a radio transmitter with Bluetooth wireless technology which has been tested
and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400
GHz to 2.4835 GHz frequency range. The countries where this product is authorized for sale and use
by the supplier are as follows:
• United States of America
Canada
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Belgium
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Denmark
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Germany
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Italy
Netherlands
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Spain
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Sweden
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United Kingdom
US
Germany
UK
France
Canada
Italy
Netherlands
Sweden
Spain
Belgium
Denmark
Finland
• United States of America
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• Canada
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Belgium
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Denmark
Germany
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Italy
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Netherlands
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Spain
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Sweden
United Kingdom
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This list will be updated in future revisions bases on the grants that Intel will obtain.
Design Guide, Rev. 4.1
Note: Japan has no form of modular approval available at this time. Regulatory certification for Japan can
only be obtained through standard type approval procedures and you are responsible for obtaining that
approval.
Topics Not Covered
Topics not covered in this manual include:
• Details of requirements for standard equipment certification (type approval) filing (Neither US nor
other countries)
• Japan regulatory approvals
• Unintentional emissions requirements for FCC or other countries
United States Regulatory Approval
FCC Modular Approval (MA)
The requirements for FCC modular approval were released in June 2000 in the FCC’s Public Notice
FCC Public Notice DA 00-1407, Part 15 Unlicensed Modular Transmitter Approval.
General Conditions
To fully comply with modular approval requirements the following conditions must be met.
1. Non- modification of the module or additio ns to circuitr y
2. Adherence to the design criteria, including antennas and transmission line interconnect
3. Testing of the final configuration to insure emissions compliance
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Design Guide, Rev. 4.1
Design Criteria for Modular Approval
The Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology may not be altered or
modified in any way upon receipt from Intel. Additionally, no external component can be added which
changes the radio frequency (RF) characteristics of the transmitted signals. This includes all
components both passive and active such as RF filters, RF amplifiers, RF switches, etc. RF components
may not be placed between the output pin of the Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) and the Intel
enabled antennas except the RF transmission line that interconnects them.
Antennas
Only antennas bearing specific part numbers(refer to section 5) and qualified by Intel’s MA may be
used with the Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology. These
antennas are designed to be compatible with the RF transmission line impedance and frequency
range of the Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology. These
antennas may not be modified in any way from the design baseline as indicated by the antenna data
sheets from the manufacturer.
The antennas selected by Intel have been specifically tested with the Intel Personal Wireless
Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology, and they are certified through the regulatory
agencies in the US, Canada, and European Union for authorized use. Use of antennas in a platform
other than the antennas selected by Intel voids the MA grant for that platform.
Antenna Interconnect
There are specific requirements that must be met when designing a transmission line interconnection
between the Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology and the
antennas. The Intel Personal Wireless Module(Ambler) with Bluetooth wireless technology has
been specifically designed as a miniature component to be integrated into portable electronic
devices. As such the RF connection is not a standard connector, but a ball grid array solder
connection. The module should be mounted on a PCB directly or mounted in a specially designed
socket that is mounted to a PCB.
Impedance
The transmission line must be designed to be a 50-Ohm impedance.
Physical Implementation
The physical implementation of the RF transmission line must conform to the following guidelines:
Any combination of microstrip, stripline, or coaxial cable is acceptable. However, the following
guidelines must be adhered to:
1. Microstrip (conductor above ground plane): The total length of any microstrip transmission lines should not
exceed eight (8) inches. This applies whether multiple lines or a single section of line is used. The maximum
width of any microstrip transmission lines should not exceed 115 mils. An impedance of 50 +/- 2 ohms must be
maintained. For design formulae, the following web sites can be accessed for interactive design programs:
Table http://www.mit.edu/~mc mahill/software/mstrip/mscalc.htm
Table A http://www.polar.co.uk/
2. Stripline (conductor between ground planes on printed circuit board): Since stripline is non-radiating, any
length of stri pline can be used. However, lengths should be minimized to keep losses at a minimum. Conductor
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width should not exceed 36 mils. Either symmetric or asymmetric stripline may be used. For design formulae
visit:
Table B http://www.polar.co.uk/
3. Coaxial Cable: Since coaxial cable is non-radiating, any length may be used. The impedance must be 50 +/- 2
ohms.
In general, the lengths of all transmission lines should be kept at a minimum where possible. Microstrip
is the most lossy, followed by stripline and then coax. These factors should be taken into a ccount in
design of the interconnect. Higher loss will reduce the range of the Bluetooth module in the final
implementation.
Design Guide, Rev. 4.1
Emissions Compliance Testing
Although the module, interconnect and antennas have been modular-approved by FCC, the final
configuration must meet emissions c ompliance. The final configurati on must be tested in an FCC
certified test environment to confirm that radiated emissions are within the limits specified in the Part 15
rules. Applicable sections include:
1. Part 15 Section 15.247, Operation within the bands of 2400-2483 MHz
2. Part 15 Section 15.201 to 15.209, Intentional Emitter Restricted Bands and Radiated Emission
Limits
For detailed document information, visit http://www.fcc.gov/oet/info/rules/.
Other information may be found in the following documents:
• FCC Public Notice DA 000-705, Filing and Measurement Guidelines for Frequency Hopping
Spread Spectrum Systems.
• FCC Public Notice DA 00-1407, Part 15 Unlicensed Modular Transmitter Approval.
Both of these documents may be found on the FCC web site.
These emissions tests can be conducted by the manufacturer if equipped with a certified test
chamber or by contacting an approved test facility (See Section 9). The results of these emissions
tests are not required to be submitted to the FCC or Intel, but should be kept on file by the OEM.
Co-location of Additional Transmit ters
Users of this MA grant should refer to Appendix C (FCC Grant O2Z-BT2) with regard to co-located
transmitters. As stated in the grant “
This modular transmitter is approved for use in personal computers and may
operate in conjunction with other mobile and portable transmitters in the same
computer; provided, the other mobile and portable transmitters have
satisfied the appropriate RF exposure requirements contained in the
FCC rules. The grantee also must provide OEM integrators, or end users
if marketed directly to end users, with installation and operating
instructions for satisfying RF exposure requirements. The Grantee must
inform second manufacturers/installers that in order for this module
to be operated in any configuration other than that permitted in the
preceding sentences, a separate FCC equipment authorization must be
obtained for each device into which this module is installed. “
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