Installation Guide for Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
Module Integration
1. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide information on how to use a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B as a
radio module when integrating into a product.
Incorrect integration or use may infringe compliance rules meaning recertification may be required.
2. Module Description
The Raspberry Pi 4 Model B+ module has an IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac 1x1 WLAN, Bluetooth 5 and
Bluetooth LE module based on the Cypress 43455 chip. The module is designed to be mounted, with
appropriate screws, into an end product. The module must be placed in a suitable location to ensure
WLAN performance is not compromised. The module contains an on-board dual band WLAN +
Bluetooth antenna.
3. Integration into Products
5V DC IN
40 Pin GPIO header
Module & Antenna Placement
A separation distance greater than 20cm will always be maintained between the antennas and any
other radio transmitter if installed in the same product.
The module is physically attached and held in place by screws
In order to connect the module to the system micro USB power cable is connected to J1 on the
board. The supply should be 5V DC minimum 3A. Power can also be supplied on the 40 Pin GPIO
header (J8); Pins 1 + 3 connected to 5V and pin 5 to GND.
Dependent on intended usage the following ports can / should be connected;
USB3.0
USB2.0
DISPLAY
ETHERNET
Micro HDMI
CAMERA
AUDIO
Micro HDMI
USB-C Power
Micro HDMI
AUDIO
Ethernet
USB2.0 and USB3.0 ports
DSI Display (for use with Official Raspberry Pi display, sold separately)
CSI Camera (for use with Official Raspberry Pi Camera module, sold separately)
Any external power supply used with the Raspberry-Pi shall comply with relevant regulations and
standards applicable in the country of intended use.
At no point should any part of the board be altered as this will invalidate any existing compliance
work. Always consult professional compliance experts about integrating this module into a product
to ensure that all certifications are retained.
4. Antenna Information
The antenna on board is a Dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) PCB niche antenna design licensed from
Proant with Peak Gain: 2.4GHz 3.5dBi, 5GHz 2.3dBi. It is important that the antenna is placed in a
suitable place inside the product to ensure optimal operation. Do not place close to metal casing.
5. End Product Labelling
A label is to be fitted to the exterior of all products containing the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ module.
The label must contain the words “Contains FCC ID: 2ABCB-RPI4B” (for FCC) and “Contains IC: 20953RPI4B” (for ISED).
FCC
Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 1GB, 2GB, 4GB + 8GB variants FCC ID: 2ABCB-RPI4B
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules, Operation is Subject to following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that cause undesired
operation.
Caution: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void user s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 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: • Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is
connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For products available on the USA/Canada market, only channels 1 to 11 are available for 2.4GHz
WLAN
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC’s multi-transmitter procedures.
This device operates in the 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range and is restricted to in indoor use only.
IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement; Co-location of this module with other
transmitter that operate simultaneously are required to be evaluated using the FCC multitransmitter procedures.
This device complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. The device contains an integral antenna hence, the device must be installed to so that
a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons.
ISED
Raspberry Pi 4 Model B IC: 20953-RPI4B
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :(1) l'appareil ne doit
pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
For products available on the USA/Canada market, only channels 1 to 11 are available for 2.4GHz
WLAN Selection of other channels is not possible.
Pour les produits disponibles sur le marché USA / Canada, seuls les canaux 1 à 11 sont disponibles
pour le réseau local sans fil 2,4 GHz. La sélection d'autres canaux n'est pas possible.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located with any other transmitters except in
accordance with IC multi-transmitter product procedures.
Cet appareil et son antenne (s) ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionnement en association avec
une autre antenne ou transmetteur.
The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential
for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la
bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les
risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum separation distance
of 20cm between the device and all persons.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition au rayonnement IC RSS-102 définies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec une distance de
séparation minimale de 20 cm entre l'appareil et toutes les personnes.
INTEGRATION INFORMATION FOR THE OEM
It is the responsibility of the OEM / Host product manufacturer to ensure continued compliance to
FCC and ISED Canada certification requirements once the module is integrated in to the Host
product. Please refer to FCC KDB 996369 D04 for additional information.
The module is subject to the following FCC rule parts: 15.207, 15.209, 15.247, 15.403 and 15.407
Host Product User Guide Text
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules, Operation is Subject to following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that cause undesired
operation.
Caution: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void user s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 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: • Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is
connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For products available in the USA/Canada market, only channels 1 to 11 are available for 2.4GHz
WLAN
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC’s multi-transmitter procedures.
This device operates in the 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range and is restricted to in indoor use only.
IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement; Co-location of this module with other
transmitter that operate simultaneously are required to be evaluated using the FCC multitransmitter procedures.
This device complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. The device contains an integral antenna hence, the device must be installed to so that
a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons.
ISED Canada Compliance
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :(1) l'appareil ne doit
pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
For products available in the USA/Canada market, only channels 1 to 11 are available for 2.4GHz
WLAN Selection of other channels is not possible.
Pour les produits disponibles sur le marché USA / Canada, seuls les canaux 1 à 11 sont disponibles
pour le réseau local sans fil 2,4 GHz. La sélection d'autres canaux n'est pas possible.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located with any other transmitters except in
accordance with IC multi-transmitter product procedures.
Cet appareil et son antenne (s) ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionnement en association avec
une autre antenne ou transmetteur.
The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential
for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la
bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les
risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum separation distance
of 20cm between the device and all persons.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition au rayonnement IC RSS-102 définies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec une distance de
séparation minimale de 20 cm entre l'appareil et toutes les personnes.
Host Product Labelling
The host product must be labelled with the following information:
"Contains TX FCC ID: 2ABCB-RPI4B"
"Contains IC: 20953-RPI4B"
“This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules, Operation is Subject to following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that cause undesired
operation.”
Important Notice to OEMs:
The FCC Part 15 text must go on the Host product unless the product is too small to support a label
with the text on it. It is not acceptable just to place the text in the user guide.
E-Labelling
It is possible for the Host product to use e-labelling providing the Host product supports the
requirements of FCC KDB 784748 D02 e labelling and ISED Canada RSS-Gen, section 4.4.
E-labelling would be applicable for the FCC ID, ISED Canada certification number and the FCC Part 15
text.
Changes in Usage Conditions of this Module
This device has been approved as a Mobile device in accordance with FCC and ISED Canada
requirement. This means that there must be a minimum separation distance of 20cm between the
Module’s antenna and any persons
A change in use that involves a separation distance ≤20cm (Portable usage) between the Module’s
antenna and any persons is a change in the RF exposure of the module and, hence, is subject to a
FCC Class 2 Permissive Change and a ISED Canada Class 4 Permissive Change policy in accordance
with FCC KDB 996396 D01 and ISED Canada RSP-100.
As noted above, This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located with any other transmitters
except in accordance with IC multi-transmitter product procedures.
If the device is co-located with multiple antennas, the module could be subject to a FCC Class 2
Permissive Change and a ISED Canada Class 4 Permissive Change policy in accordance with FCC KDB
996396 D01 and ISED Canada RSP-100.
In accordance with FCC KDB 996369 D03, section 2.9, test mode configuration information is
available from the Module manufacturer for the Host (OEM) product manufacturer.
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