2AF6B-RAK2287LoRa Concentrator Module

Specification for WisLink-LoRa Gateway Module Mini-PCIe Edition RAK2287 SPI/USB Version V1.2 | February 2020 1 RAK2287 1 Table of Contents 1 Overview .................................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 Main Features ..................................................................................................................... 3 1.3 Package Contents ............................................................................................................... 4 2 WisLink LoRa Module RAK2287 .............................................................................................. 4 2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................. 4 2.2 Block Diagram ..................................................................................................................... 5 2.3 Operating Frequencies ....................................................................................................... 5 2.4 Pin Definition ....................................................................................................................... 5 2.5 Power Supply ...................................................................................................................... 8 2.6 SPI Interface ....................................................................................................................... 8 2.7 USB Interface ...................................................................................................................... 8 2.8 UART and I2C int erface ...................................................................................................... 8 2.9 RESET ................................................................................................................................ 9 2.10 Antenna RF Interface .......................................................................................................... 9 2.11 Electrical Characteristics ..................................................................................................... 9 2.11.1 Absolute Maximum Rating ....................................................................................... 9 2.11.2 Maximum ESD ....................................................................................................... 10 2.11.3 Operating Conditions ............................................................................................. 10 2.11.4 Power Consumption .............................................................................................. 11 2.11.5 RF Characteristics ................................................................................................. 11 3 Schematics Reference ............................................................................................................ 11 4 Contact Information ................................................................................................................ 12 5 Warning .................................................................................................................................... 12 6 Revision History ...................................................................................................................... 15 7 Document Summary ............................................................................................................... 15 2 RAK2287 2 List of Tables Table 2 | Operating Frequencies .................................................................................................... 5 Table 3 | Definition of I/O Parameters ............................................................................................. 6 Table 4 | Absolute Maximum Ratings ........................................................................................... 10 Table 5 | Maximum ESD Ratings .................................................................................................. 10 Table 6 | Operation Temperature Range ...................................................................................... 10 Table 7 | PowerSupply Range ...................................................................................................... 11 Table 8 | Power Consumption ....................................................................................................... 11 Table 9 | LoRa RF Characteristics ................................................................................................ 11 List of Figures Figure 1 | RAK2287 board ............................................................................................................. 4 Figure 2 | Module Overview ............................................................................................................ 4 Figure 3 | RAK2287Block Diagram ................................................................................................. 5 Figure 8 | RAK2287Card Minimum Schematic Reference ........................................................... 12 List of Tables and Images List of Tables and Images 3 RAK2287 3 1 Overview 1.1 Introduction RAK2287 is a LoRa concentrator card with mini-PCIe form factor based on SX1302, which enables an easy integration into an existing router or other network equipment with LoRa Gateway capabilities. It can be used in any embedded platform offering a free mini-PCIe slot with SPI or USB connection. Furthermore, ZOE-M8Q GPS chip is integrated on board. RAK2287 is a complete and cost efficient LoRa gateway solution offering up to 10 programmable parallel demodulation paths which are 8xSF5-SF12 LoRa demodulators, 8xSF5-SF10 LoRa demodulators, 500 kHz LoRa demodulator and (G)FSK demodulator. It can detect at any time, any pac…

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Shenzhen Rakwireless Technology Co., Ltd. Add: Room 506, Bldg B, New Compark, Pingshan First Road, Taoyuan Street, XiLi town,Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China Tel: +86-755-86108311 Fax: +86-755-86108311 Email: [email protected] Date: 2020-03-03 To: FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONS Authorization and Evaluation Division 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Attestation letter Dear Sir/Madam, We, Shenzhen Rakwireless Technology Co., Ltd., have the product: LoRa Concentrator Module, model: RAK2287, FCC ID: 2AF6B-RAK2287. The Lora chip, model: SX1302, installed in the product can support 125 kHz, 250 kHz and 500 kHz bandwidth, for marketing purpose, this chip will not support/enable the 125 kHz, 250 kHz bandwidth in US, for it has been shield by the manufacturer using the software. The transceiver chip, model: SX1250, installed in the product can support 150-960MHz frequency range, for marketing purpose, this chip will not support/enable frequencies other than 923.3-927.5MHz in US, for it has been shield by the manufacturer using the software. Sincerely, Signature: Duiyu Ye Engineer

QA-FR-170-B Shenzhen RAKwireless Technology Co., Ltd. Address: Room 506, Bldg B, New Compark, Pingshan First Road, Taoyuan Street, XiLi town Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China Email: [email protected] Tel: +8675586152201 FCC Authorization 2020-03-04 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONS Authorization and Evaluation Division 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Subject: Agent Authorization To whom it may concern: We ( Shenzhen RAKwireless Technology Co., Ltd.), the undersigned, hereby authorize Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corporation to act on its behalf in all matters relating to application for Equipment authorization, including the signing of all documents relating to these matters. All acts carried out by Bay Area Compliance Laboratory Corporation on our behalf shall have the same effect as our own action. We, the undersigned, hereby certify that we are not subject to a denial of federal benefits, that includes FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 862. This authorization is valid until further written notice from the applicant. Sincerely, Signature: Ye Duiyu Title: Engineer

Shenzhen RAKwireless Technology Co., Ltd. Address: Room 506, Bldg B, New Compark, Pingshan First Road, Taoyuan Street, XiLi town Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China Email: [email protected] Tel: +8675586152201 FCC Confidential Authorization 2020-03-04 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONS Authorization and Evaluation Division 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Subject: Confidentiality Request regarding application for certification of FCC ID: 2AF6B-RAK2287 In accordance with Sections 0.457 and 0.459 of the Commission’s Rules, (Shenzhen RAKwireless Technology Co., Ltd. ) hereby requests long-term confidential treatment of information accompanying this application as outlined below: • Block Diagram • Schematics • Operation Description The above materials contain proprietary and confidential information not customarily released to the public. The public disclosure of these materials provides unjustified benefits to its competitors in the market. Sincerely, Signature: Ye Duiyu Title: Engineer

Shenzhen Rakwireless Technology Co., Ltd. Add: Room 506, Bldg B, New Compark, Pingshan First Road, Taoyuan Street, XiLi town,Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China Tel: +86-755-86108311 Fax: +86-755-86108311 Email: [email protected] Modular Approval Letter Date: 2020-03-03 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONS Authorization and Evaluation Division 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Dear Application Examiner, We, Shenzhen Rakwireless Technology Co., Ltd. , is submitting this application for certification of product named as LoRa Concentrator Module, Model Numbers: RAK2287(FCC ID: 2AF6B-RAK2287). It is seeking modular approval. The radio meets the requirements for modular approval as detailed in FCC 15.212. Compliance to each of the requirements is described below: 1. “The modular transmitter must have its own RF shielding.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The radio portion of the module has its own RF shielding. The shielding is installed at the factory. Please see the EUT photos. 2. “The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The EUT has buffered data inputs to insure compliance with Part 15 requirements under conditions of excessive data rates or over modulation. Please see the Schematics exhibit. 3. “The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The EUT has its own power supply regulation to insure compliance. 4. “The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna requirements of Section 15.203 and 15.204(c).” Yes. The EUT has an I-PEX connector antenna interface design. 5. “The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The EUT was tested in a stand-alone configuration. 6. “The modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC ID number.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The module will be labeled with its own FCC ID number. Please see FCC ID label & location exhibit. 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.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The necessary explanation to be complied with this requirement is contained in the user manual, and please refer to the User manual. 8. “The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements.” Yes, it is fulfilled. The module will comply with all applicable RF exposure requirements in its intended configuration/integration in a host. Please contact me if you have additional questions. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated. Sincerely Yours, Signature: Duiyu Ye Engineer

EXHIBIT B - EUT EXTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS Antenna

EXHIBIT A - FCC ID LABEL AND LOCATION FCC ID Label FCC ID Label Location Information The label shown shall be permanently affixed at a conspicuous location on the device and be readily visible to the user at the time purchase (Labeling requirements per 2.925)

EXHIBIT C - EUT INTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS

Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp. (Shenzhen) Report No.: RSZ200107007-00B FCC Part 15.247 Page 11 of 30 FCC §15.247 (I) & §1.1310 & §2.1091- MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE (MPE) Applicable Standard According to subpart 15.247(i) and subpart §1.1310, systems operating under the provisions of this section shall be operated in a manner that ensures that the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy level in excess of the Commission’s guidelines. Limits for Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) (§1.1310, §2.1091) (B) Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Frequency Range (MHz) Electric Field Strength (V/m) Magnetic Field Strength (A/m) Power Density (mW/cm 2 ) Averaging Time (minutes) 0.3–1.34 614 1.63 *(100) 30 1.34–30 824/f 2.19/f *(180/f²) 30 30–300 27.5 0.073 0.2 30 300–1500 / / f/1500 30 1500–100,000 / / 1.0 30 f = frequency in MHz; * = Plane-wave equivalent power density; According to §1.1310 and §2.1091 RF exposure is calculated. Calculated Formulary: Predication of MPE limit at a given distance S = PG/4πR² = power density (in appropriate units, e.g. mW/cm 2 ); P = power input to the antenna (in appropriate units, e.g., mW); G = power gain of the antenna in the direction of interest relative to an isotropic radiator, the power gain factor, is normally numeric gain; R = distance to the center of radiation of the antenna (appropriate units, e.g., cm); Calculated Data: The worst case as below: Frequency (MHz) Antenna Gain Max Tune-up Conducted Power Evaluation Distance (cm) Power Density (mW/cm 2 ) MPE Limit (mW/cm 2 ) (dBi) (numeric)(dBm)(mW) 923.3-927.5 3.0 2.0 13.5022.3920 0.009 0.6 Result: The device meet FCC MPE at 20 cm distance

Note: This report must not be used by the customer to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by A2LA* or any agency of the Federal Government. This report may contain data that are not covered by the A2LA accreditation and are marked with an asterisk “★”. BACL is not responsible for the authenticity of any test data provided by the applicant. Data included from the applicant that may affect test results are marked with an asterisk ’*’. Customer model name, addresses, names, trademarks etc. are not considered data. This report cannot be reproduced except in full, without prior written approval of the Company. Unless otherwise stated the results shown in this test report refer only to the sample(s) tested. This report is valid only with a valid digital signature. The digital signature may be available only under the Adobe software above version 7.0. FCC PART 15.247 TEST REPORT For Shenzhen RAKwireless Technology Co., Ltd. Room 506, Bldg B, New Compark, Pingshan First Road, Taoyuan Street, XiLi town Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China FCC ID: 2AF6B-RAK2287 Report Type: Original Report Product Type: LoRa Concentrator Module Re port Number: RSZ200107007-00B Re port Date: 2020-03-10 Reviewed B y: Simon Wang RF En gineer Prepared By: Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp. (Shenzhen) 6/F., West Wing, Third Phase of Wanli Industrial Building, Shihua Road, Futian Free Trade Zone, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China Tel: +86-755-33320018 Fax: +86-755-33320008 www.baclcorp.com.cn Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp. (Shenzhen) Report No.: RSZ200107007-00B FCC Part 15.247 Page 2 of 30 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................................... 4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FOR EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST (EUT) ..................................................................................... 4 OBJECTIVE ................................................................................................................................................................... 4 RELATED SUBMITTAL(S)/GRANT(S) ............................................................................................................................. 4 TEST METHODOLOGY .................................................................................................................................................. 4 MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY .................................................................................................................................... 5 TEST FACILITY ............................................................................................................................................................. 5 SYSTEM TEST CONFIGURATION .......................................................................................................................... 6 DESCRIPTION OF TEST CONFIGURATION ...................................................................................................................... 6 EQUIPMENT MODIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................... 6 EUT EXERCISE SOFTWARE .......................................................................................................................................... 6 DUTY CYCLE ................................................................................................................................................................ 6 LOCAL SUPPORT EQUIPMENT LIST AND DETAILS ........................................................................................................ 7 EXTERNAL I/O CABLE .................................................................................................................................................. 7 GPS ANTENNA ............................................................................................................................................................. 7 BLOCK DIAGRAM OF TEST SETUP ................................................................................................................................ 8 SUMMARY OF TEST RESULTS ............................................................................................................................... 9 TEST EQUIPMENT LIST ......................................................................................................................................... 10 FCC §15.247 (I) & §1.1310 & §2.1091- MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE (MPE) ................................ 11 APPLICABLE STANDARD ............................................................................................................................................ 11 FCC §15.203 - ANTENNA REQUIREMENT ........................................................................................................... 12 APPLICABLE STANDARD ............................................................................................................................................ 12 ANTENNA CONNECTOR CONSTRUCTION .................................................................................................................... 12 FCC §15.207 (a) – AC LINE CONDUCTED EMISSIONS ..................................................................................... 13 APPLICABLE STANDARD ............................................................................................................................................ 13 EUT SETUP ................................................................................................................................................................ 13 EMI TEST RECEIVER SETUP ....................................................................................................................................... 13 TEST PROCEDURE .................................................................................................…

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EXHIBIT D - TEST SETUP PHOTOGRAPHS Conducted Emissions - Front View Conducted Emissions - Side View Radiated Emissions View (Below 1 GHz) Radiated Emissions View (Above 1 GHz)