L2VAXC550Spread Spectrim Transceiver Module

! Axonn Corporation AXC550 Transceiver Users Manual RF Transceiver Installation Instructions The AXC550 Transceiver is a member of our Spread Spectrum RF family of products. This transceiver should only be installed by qualified service personnel. The transceiver detects level, low battery or other data signals from the external binary inputs and broadcasts that data to the system's host receiver. MOUNTING LOCATION The AXC550 Transceiver is a module as defined by the FCC and therefore must be mounted to another host device in order to function. NOTICE TO CUSTOMER Any Axonn customer incorporating the AXC550 transceiver module into its own product must have an external notice affixed to its product. This notice must be placed in a conspicuous location and can use wording such as: “Contains FCC ID: L2VAXC550” or “Contains Transceiver Module FCC ID: L2VAXC550”. Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Supply the transceiver with DC power by inserting two 3.6 Volt batteries into the battery holder on the customers host application circuit board. 2. The unit will come pre-programmed with Transceiver ID and Property Code. However, the customer does have the option of field programming the unit. 3. When installing the AXC550 you should avoid areas near screens, metal window frames, circuit breaker boxes, air conditioners and heaters if a suitable location for the unit may be found elsewhere. CAUTION: This device is required to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices. The FCC requires that the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation of at least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. TESTING THE TRANSCEIVER Following system installation, system testing is mandatory. This should be performed by locating the AXC550 in its final location and powering up the unit. On initial power-up, the AXC550 will send out RF messages every 4 seconds or more depending on programming. This will establish communications with the Host receiver and the information collected will then be used to judge system performance. FCC NOTICE The Model AXC550 transceiver generates and uses radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, it may cause interference to radio and television reception. The transceiver has been tested and found to comply with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules for Spread Spectrum Intentional Radiators and FCC Part 15 Subpart C, Specifications. If this equipment causes interference to radio or television reception - which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off - the installer is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1) Reorient the antenna of the radio/television. 2) Connect the AC transformer to a different outlet so the control panel and radio/television are on different branch circuits. 3) Relocate the control panel with respect to the radio/television. If necessary, the installer should consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions, or send for the "Interference Handbook" prepared by the Federal Communications Commission. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, stock number 004-000-00450-7. CAUTION: Axonn Corporation does not support field changes or modifications to any of the Axonn Corporation RF equipment unless they are specifically covered in this manual. All adjustments must be made at the factory under the specific guidelines set forth in our manufacturing processes. Any modification to the equipment could void the user's authority to operate the equipment and render the equipment in violation of FCC Part 15, Subpart C, 15.247. 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. LIMITED WARRANTY THERE ARE NOT WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. In no case shall Seller be liable to anyone for any consequential or incidental damages for breach of this or any other warranty, express or implied, or upon any other basis of liability whatsoever, even if the loss or damage is caused by Seller's own negligence or fault.

Response for Request for information (request sent 12/22/01) for FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Applicant:Axonn L.L.C. Correspondence Reference Number: N/A 731 Confirmation Number: N/A 1.) Operational description describes this as a +21 dBm device. This it at odds with the Test Report and RF Exposure Information. Please justify and correct. The original documentation from the manufacturer stated that the approximate output power at the antenna terminals was approximately +21 dBm. This is what was reported in the operational description. However, after discussing with the manufacturer, they are now claiming that the output power is +20 dBm nominal, except for variance that can occur due to manufacturing or thermal considerations. 2.) Please add language to the manual on prohibitions to co-location of this transmitter with any other transmitter or antenna. A new exhibit has been uploaded. 3.) FYI, your request stated FCC ID L2VAX550. Please note that the actual FCC ID is l2VAXC550.

American Telecommunications Certification Body Inc. 6731 Whittier Ave, McLean, VA 22101 January 22, 2002 RE: Axonn L.L.C. FCC ID: L2VAX550 I have a few comments on this Application. 1.) Operational description describes this as a +21 dBm device. This it at odds with the Test Report and RF Exposure Information. Please justify and correct. 2.) Please add language to the manual on prohibitions to co-location of this transmitter with any other transmitter or antenna. William H. Graff President and Examining Engineer mailto: [email protected] The items indicated above must be submitted before processing can continue on the above referenced application. Failure to provide the requested information may result in application termination. Correspondence should be considered part of the permanent submission and may be viewed from the Internet after a Grant of Equipment Authorization is issued. Please do not respond to this correspondence using the email reply button. In order for your response to be processed expeditiously, you must submit your documents through the AmericanTCB.com website. Also, please note that partial responses increase processing time and should not be submitted. Any questions about the content of this correspondence should be directed to the sender.

FCC ID: L2VAXC550

FCC ID: L2VAXC550

FCC ID: L2VAXC550 SECTION 5 PHOTOGRAPHS FCC ID: L2VAXC550 PHOTOS OF THE TESTED EUT The following photos are attached: Photo 1.EUT, Top View Photo 2.EUT, Top View - Shield Removed Photo 3.EUT, Bottom View FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Photo 1.EUT, Top View FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Photo 2.EUT, Top View - Shield Removed FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Photo 3.EUT, Bottom View

FCC ID: L2VAXC550 SECTION 3 LABELING INFORMATION FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Label FCC ID: L2VAXC550

FCC ID: L2VAXC550 SECTION 5 PHOTOGRAPHS FCC ID: L2VAXC550 PHOTOS OF THE TESTED EUT The following photos are attached: Photo 1.EUT, Top View Photo 2.EUT, Top View - Shield Removed Photo 3.EUT, Bottom View FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Photo 1.EUT, Top View FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Photo 2.EUT, Top View - Shield Removed FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Photo 3.EUT, Bottom View

FCC ID: L2VAXC550 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1Product Description The Equipment Under Test (EUT) is the Axonn L.L.C.’s, Model AXC550 Transmitter. The EUT utilizes direct sequence spread spectrum technology for communication on the following channels: 905.58, 908.58, 911.58, 914.58, 917.58, 920.58, 923.58, and 926.58 MHz at approximately +21 dBm into the antenna. The transmitter modulation incorporates BPSSK modulation for generating a direct-sequence, spread spectrum carrier. The data modulation for the device utilizes either OOK or BPSK data modulation techniques as selectable by the user application. This application is being submitted in order to approve the EUT as a stand-alone module. Please refer to the following letter from Axonn L.L.C. FCC ID: L2VAXC550

FCC ID: L2VAXC550 SECTION 6 RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION FCC ID: L2VAXC550 6.1 RF Safety Requirements to 2.1091 for Mobile Transmitters The EUT is being submitted for modular approval. However, due to the design of the transmitter and low duty cycle the manufacturer only expects the EUT to be used in mobile environment. The unit under evaluation has an integral antenna of +2.1 dBi gain with a measured output power output of 0.099 Watts at the antenna terminals. Taking into consideration the gain of the antenna, the corrected EIRP is 161 mW. The MPE calculations are shown as follows: The limits for this unit (uncontrolled exposure) are 0.6 mW/cm 2 (900 MHz/1500). Taking the RF Density Field Equation: S = EIRP (mW)/(4πR 2 ) and solving for Distance R R = SQRT(EIRP (mW)/(S4π)) Plugging in data yields R (cm) = SQRT (161 (mw)/(0.6 (mW/cm 2 )*4*π) ) = 4.6 cm The RF Density equation shows that the minimum separation distance to be 4.6 cm. Since the EUT is considered by the manufacture to be a mobile unit, which by definition specifies that the antenna distance is greater than 20 cm, the manual therefore incorporates a caution statement that states that the unit should only be used when a separation of 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users. This ensures compliance with the MPE requirements.

Axonn L.L.C. FCC Part 15, Certification Application AXC550 Transmitter UST Project: 01-0647 January 10, 2002 MEASUREMENT/TECHNICAL REPORT COMPANY NAME:Axonn L.L.C. MODEL:AXC550 Transmitter FCC ID:L2VAXC550 DATE:January 10, 2002 This report concerns (check one): Original grant X Class II change_____ Equipment type: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (Modular) Deferred grant requested per 47 CFR 0.457(d)(1)(ii)? yes_____ No X If yes, defer until:_________________ date N.A. agrees to notify the Commission by N.A. date of the intended date of announcement of the product so that the grant can be issued on that date. Report prepared by: United States Technologies, Inc. 3505 Francis Circle Alpharetta, GA 30004 Phone Number: (770) 740-0717 Fax Number: (770) 740-1508 FCC ID: L2VAXC550 TABLE OF CONTENTS AGENCY AGREEMENT LETTER OF CONFIDENTIALITY SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Product Description 1.2 Related Submittal(s) SECTION 2 TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS 2.1 Configuration of Tested EUT 2.2 Test Facility 2.3 Test Equipment 2.4 Modifications 2.5 Test Procedure and Results 2.6 Antenna Description 2.7 Peak Power (Antenna Conducted at Antenna Terminal) 2.8 Antenna Conducted Spurious Emissions 2.9 Peak Radiated Spurious Emissions 2.10 Average Radiated Spurious Emissions 2.11 Minimum 6 dB Bandwidth 2.12 Power Spectral Density 2.13 Processing Gain 2.14 Power Line Conducted Emissions for Transmitter 2.15 Radiated Emissions for Digital Device & Receiver (if Applicable) 2.16 Power Line Conducted for Digital Device & Receiver SECTION 3 LABELING INFORMATION SECTION 4 BLOCK DIAGRAM(S)/ SCHEMATIC(S) SECTION 5 PHOTOGRAPHS SECTION 6 RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION SECTION 7 USER'S MANUAL FCC ID: L2VAXC550 LIST OF FIGURES AND TABLES 1)Test Configuration 2) Photograph(s) for Spurious and Digital Device Emissions 3) Peak Power Output 4) Antenna Conducted Spurious Emissions 5) Peak Radiated Spurious Emissions 6) Average Radiated Spurious Emissions 7) Minimum 6 dB Bandwidth 8) Power Spectral Density TABLES 1)EUT and Peripherals 2) Test Instruments 3) Peak Power Output 4) Peak Radiated Spurious Emissions 5) Average Radiated Spurious Emissions 6) Power Spectral Density 7) Conducted Emissions Data (Transmitter) 8) Radiated Emissions Data (Digital Device) 9) Conducted Emissions Data (Digital Device) FCC ID: L2VAXC550 SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION FCC ID: L2VAXC550 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1Product Description The Equipment Under Test (EUT) is the Axonn L.L.C.’s, Model AXC550 Transmitter. The EUT utilizes direct sequence spread spectrum technology for communication on the following channels: 905.58, 908.58, 911.58, 914.58, 917.58, 920.58, 923.58, and 926.58 MHz at approximately +21 dBm into the antenna. The transmitter modulation incorporates BPSSK modulation for generating a direct-sequence, spread spectrum carrier. The data modulation for the device utilizes either OOK or BPSK data modulation techniques as selectable by the user application. This application is being submitted in order to approve the EUT as a stand-alone module. Please refer to the following letter from Axonn L.L.C. FCC ID: L2VAXC550 FCC ID: L2VAXC550 1.2Related Submittal(s)/Grant(s) The EUT will be used with part of a system to send/receive data. The transmitter presented in this report will be used with similar transceivers or previously approved receivers. The EUT is subject to the following authorizations: a) Certification as a transmitter The information contained in this report is presented for the certification authorization for the EUT. FCC ID: L2VAXC550 SECTION 2 TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS FCC ID: L2VAXC550 TEST AND MEASUREMENTS 2.1 Configuration of Tested System The sample was tested per ANSI C63.4, Methods of Measurement from Low-Voltage Electrical and Electronic Equipment in the Range of 9 kHz to 40 GHz (1992). Conducted and radiated emissions data were taken with the test receiver or spectrum analyzer's resolution bandwidth adjusted to 9 kHz and 120 kHz, respectively. All measurements are peak unless stated otherwise. The video filter associated with the spectrum analyzer was off throughout the evaluation process. Interconnecting cables were manipulated as necessary to maximize emissions. Interconnecting cables were manipulated as necessary to maximize emissions. A block diagram of the tested system is shown in Figure 1. Test configuration photographs for spurious and fundamental emissions are shown in Figure 2. The sample used for testing was received by U.S. Technologies on November 11, 2001 in good condition. 2.2 Test Facility Testing was performed at US Tech's measurement facility at 3505 Francis Circle, Alpharetta, GA. This site has been fully described and submitted to the FCC, and accepted in their letter marked 31040/SIT. Additionally this site has also been fully described and submitted to Industry Canada (IC), and has been approved under file number IC2982. 2.3 Test Equipment Table 2 describes test equipment used to evaluate this product. 2.4 Modifications No modifications were made by US Tech, to bring the EUT into compliance with FCC Part 15 limits for the transmitter portion of the EUT. FCC ID: L2VAXC550 FIGURE 1 TEST CONFIGURATION Transceiver (EUT) Interface Box AC Adapter 6' u To Laptop for Control Commands 6' s 120 VAC, 60 Hz Direct Plug In 3' u FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2a Photograph(s) for Spurious Emissions (Front) FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2b Photograph(s) for Spurious Emissions (Back) FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2c Photograph(s) for Digital Device/Receiver Emissions (Front) Photograph not available FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIG…

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Test Name: Process Gain Test# 3.1 Test Summary: • Verifies that the radio generates at least 10 dB of process gain while receiving a signal. • Test performed using signal simulator combined with CW jamming signal, both at same operating frequency • Test performed at room temperature, one operational frequency only. Applies to Specification: 3.3.8 Definition: Channel Frequency: 923.58 MHz Pass / Fail Criteria: A pass is defined when the mean of measured one’s power relative to the mean of a zero’s value exceeds 10 dB. One’s value relates to the desired signal properly correlated. Zero’s value relates to the CW signal spread by the receive correlator. Both values measured at the detector output. Required Test Equipment: Boonton 4220A Power meter with 51175 sensor (diode sensor). HP ESG 4423B Signal Generator (qty 2). HP 8590L Spectrum Analyzer or equivalent. Axonn Transmitter Simulator (Interositor) Dual output, variable Power Supply for 0 to 30.0 VDC, Loadstar or equivalent IBM PC compatible computer with two RS 232 serial interfaces Axonn WINTAP Receiver Analysis Software Version 0.81 FLUKE 87 True RMS Multi-meter Transceiver RS232 and Power Interface Box with wall transformer RS 232 transceiver serial cable (qty 2) High Isolation 50 Ohm cables (STORM or equivalent) 2:1 50 Ohm Signal Combiner HP 1662A Logic Analyzer or equivalent Equipment Setup: (Refer to diagram labeled Test Configuration 3.1) Note: Tests assume all devices are in calibration and operating to manufacturers specification. Initial Setup (Desired Signal Generation) 1 Configure Power Supply to output +/- 12 VDC. Set current limit to 150 mA. Measure output voltage using Fluke DVM or equivalent. Disable (or turn off supply) 2 Connect RS232 cable between computer (PC) and the signal simulator 3 Configure HP ESG 4423B Signal Generator to produce CW signal at 923.58 MHz, -38 dBm output power (as starting point to be modified below for calibration) 4 Connect RF output of HP ESG 4423B Signal Generator to RF IN connector of the signal simulator using SMA cable. 5 Connect RF OUT of signal simulator to step attenuator. Set step attenuator to 0 ohms. 6 Connect output of step attenuator to HP 8590L Spectrum Analyzer. Configure Spectrum Analyzer to monitor signal at 923.58 MHz, 3 MHz span, peak signal to be observed around –54 dBm. 7 Install / Run WINTAP program on PC. Select TX CAL mode using button on top bar of program. 8 Select CAL mode on signal simulator. This should be observed as a CW signal on the Spectrum analyzer at 923.58 MHz with relative signal power at –54 dBm. 9 Adjust output power of the HP ESG 4423B Signal Generator until the peak power observed on the HP8590L spectrum analyzer reads – 54 dBm. 10 Remove signal from spectrum analyzer and connect to Boonton 4220A Power meter. Confirm power measurement at – 54 dBm. Select RUN mode on signal simulator (from CAL mode). Confirm power measurement on Boonton Power Meter does not change from – 54 dBm. 11 Disconnect signal from Boonton Power Meter and connect to conducted (antenna B) input of AXC420 device under test (DUT). Initial Setup (final test configuration) 12 Connect second com port of PC to RS232 and Power Interface of AXC420. 13 Plug in wall power transformer for the RS232 and Power Interface and connect cannon jack to the interface box. Insure On/Off switch is set to the ON position for test. 14 Connect HP 1662A Logic Analyzer to test interface connector of DUT observing connections in table 3.1-1. 15 Connect “trigger Out” and “clock out“ signals from DUT to spread gating interface. 16 Configure Logic Analyzer as follows (Load config from saved file on disk or set as follows): System: set for State Mode, Pod 1 & 2 to State Machine 1. Format definitions: DBUS Pod 1, pins 1-8; RD Pod1, pin 9; WR Pod1, pin 10. CLK definitions: enable JCLK and KCLK rising edge. Trigger definitions: while storing anything, trigger on DBUS = C0 hex, RD=0, then store anything; enable measure time in data acquisition option. Data Collection 17 Confirm transmitter and receiver operation. Select RUN mode in WINTAP program. Observe messages being received at receiver. 18 Attenuate signal by 50 dB at step attenuator. This places signal being processed to –104 dBm. Observe messages being received at receiver. 19 Attenuate signal by 60 dB at step attenuator. Confirm signal no longer is being received. 20 Return attenuator to 50 dB setting. 21 Press RUN on Logic Analyzer. Observe data collected on logic analyzer. Data at analyzer should represent captured messages similar to that depicted in table 3.1-2 below. Note: This confirms test configuration only and the data collected is not used for measurement. 22 Connect “spread/CW” signal from spread gating interface to signal simulator. 23 Press RUN on Logic Analyzer. Observe data collected on logic analyzer and save the listing to floppy. Data collected should represent a captured with the spread signal being modulated on and off during the message. Signal received will appear similar to that depicted in table 3.1-3 below. This is the –104 dBm data used to evaluate process gain. 24 Attenuate signal by 40 dB at step attenuator. (desired signal at –94 dBm) 25 Press RUN on Logic Analyzer. Observe data collected on logic analyzer and save the listing to floppy. Data collected should represent a captured with the spread signal being modulated on and off during the message. Signal received will appear similar to that depicted in table 3.1-3 below. This is the –94 dBm data used to evaluate process gain. Data Processing and Interpretations 26 Process the –104 dBm and –94 dBm data collected while the data demodulator interface was engaged. See notes below tables 3.1-2 and 3.1-3 for data interpretations and methods. Temporary Connections for Calibration RS 232 RF Cables Power Cables Logic Analyzer Cables TEST CONFIGURATION 3.1 PC Running WinTap HP E4423B Signal Generator DUT 1 Axonn Transmit Simulator (Interositor) POWER SUPPLY (+12, -12) VDC RS232 & Power Inte…

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FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2a Photograph(s) for Spurious Emissions (Front) FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2b Photograph(s) for Spurious Emissions (Back) FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2c Photograph(s) for Digital Device/Receiver Emissions (Front) Photograph not available FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2d Photograph(s) for Digital Device/Receiver Emissions (Back) Photograph not available FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2e Photograph(s) for Conducted Emissions Transmitter FCC ID: L2VAXC550 Test Date:November 13- December 19, 2001 UST Project:01-0647 Customer:Axonn L.L.C. Model:AXC550 Transmitter FIGURE 2f Photograph(s) for Conducted Emissions Receiver