UM0472 Special requirements for modular application
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7 Special requirements for modular application
The modular transmitter fulfills the following requirements:
1. The modular transmitter must have its own RF shielding:
– The RF module fulfills the emission requirements of the FCC rules without
additional shielding.
2. The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs:
– The module has a memory management unit inside of the IC. The processor
interfaces with the external application by means of a general purpose I/O (GPIO),
Uart, USB, PCM, I2C, SPI. The processor also interfaces the RF part of the
module exchanging data and commands with it. Inside the processor flash
memory is available to download the customer application and the Bluetooth
profiles.
3. The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation:
– The module contains its own voltage regulation. In the event of changes in the
supply voltage VCC (for example caused by temperature changes or other
effects), the internal voltage will be stabilized.
4. The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna requirements of Section 15.203
and 15.204:
– The RF module is for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) integration only.
The end-user product will be professionally installed in such a manner that only
the authorized antenna is used.
5. The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration:
– The RF module was tested in a stand-alone configuration.
6. The modular transmitter must be labelled with its own FCC ID number:
– The RF module will be labelled with its own FCC ID number. When the module is
installed inside the end-product, the label is not visible. The OEM manufacturer is
instructed how to apply the exterior label.
7. The modular transmitter must comply with any specific rule or operating requirements
applicable to the transmitter and the manufacturer must provide adequate instructions
along with the module to explain any such requirements:
– The EUT is compliant with all applicable FCC rules. Detailed instructions are given
in the product Users Guide.
8. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements.
– Maximum measured power output: 1,08 mW (0,33 dBm)
– Maximum antenna gain: 1 dBi = numeric gain 1,259 (see also FCC test report)
Maximum permissible exposure defined in 47 CFR 1.1310: 1 mW/cm².
The RF module operates at low power level so it does not exceed the Commission's RF
exposure guidelines limits. Furthermore, Spread spectrum transmitters operating according
to the Section 15.247 are categorically excluded from routine environmental evaluation.