Itron NIC41 Users Manual

Silver Spring Networks NICv4.1

Preliminary Product Details Guide

1 Introduction

This guide explains how to install and configure the NIC is a radio device that enables
communication between Silver Spring Networks automated metering infrastructure. It transmits
in the 920 to 928 MHz band and typically transfers data from utility meters to Silver Spring
Networks Relays and Gateways.

1.1 Regulatory

Silver Spring Networks

NIC

FCC ID OWS-NIC41

IC: 5975A- NIC41

The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

1. The device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

For 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
permitted for successful communication.

Disseminating end-user documentation for the installation/removal of the NICv4.1 is
expressly prohibited by regulatory statues.

Figure 1 is a sample of the FCC ID label that can be found in the location indicated in Figure 2.
The size of the label is approximately 1.75 x 3.50 inches.

Figure 1. FCC ID Sample Label

FCC ID: OWS-NIC41 IC: 5975A- NIC41

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.

Silver Spring Networks Proprietary Information

Copyright © 2006 Silver Spring Networks, Inc.

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Figure 2. FCC IC Label Location on NIC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 installed and 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 this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

disconnected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Silver Spring Networks
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment, and users must follow specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
Compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other transmitter or antenna.

In order to meet FCC’s RF Exposure limits in Section 1.1307 of the Rules, a minimum separation
of 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device during normal operation. The
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.

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