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Miltel Transmitter Wireless Transmitter for Data Collection FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A User Manual Miltel Communications Ltd. January 2004 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction .............................................................................................. 3 1.1 Purpose and Use........................................................................................ 3 1.2 System General Description ....................................................................... 3 Chapter 2 Theory of Operation .................................................................................. 4 2.1 General Description.................................................................................... 4 2.2 Block Diagram Description ......................................................................... 6 Chapter 3 Technical Characteristics ......................................................................... 9 3.1 Technical Specification ............................................................................... 9 Chapter 4 Installation Instructions .......................................................................... 10 4.1 General..................................................................................................... 10 4.2 Installation ................................................................................................ 10 Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Purpose and Use The Miltel Transmitter (FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A) is a data link transmitter that is used for data acquisition in Miltel’s telemetric data collection system. This device is installed on-site by a professional field technician, thus it includes technical terms. The equipment is not to be installed by a non-professional individual that has not been trained and authorized. 1.2 System General Description The Miltel data collection system is a computerized fully system incorporating one- way transmitters that automatically collect data from utility meters and/or other sensors. The system requires no human intervention after initial installation. The system enables remote, continuous and accurate reading of water or gas consumption. The Miltel CPTx transmits the data acquired from various sensors such as water meters, electric meters, temperature or moisture sensors or any other analog or digital sensor to a receiver connected to a regional data concentrator. The concentrator transfers the data to the central computer for data collection and for further analysis and reporting. Chapter 2 Theory of Operation 2.1 General Description The Miltel CPTx is the first link in the data collection system. It is an independent unit that does not require an external power source, wiring, or the preparation of any special infrastructure. The unit is installed in proximity to the physical sensor and can be connected to several different sensors in parallel (for example four water meters of adjacent apartment, three ground moisture sensors at different depths, etc). Pictures 2-1 through 2-3 (see next page) show typical installations of a Miltel CPTx unit, connected various sensors. The unit can be connected to any type of sensor which has a digital output, analog output, dry contact pulsed output (a passive magnetic open/short reed relay), or any active pulse or encoded output. The Miltel Transmitter acquires the data from the sensor and stores this data in its internal memory. The unit includes a miniature RF transmitter which transmits the data on a periodic basis to a regional concentrator. Figure 2-1: Miltel Transmitter Typical Multi Meter Installation (S Type Enclosure) Figure 2-2: Miltel Transmitter Typical Remote Installation (B Type Enclosure) Miltel Transmitter Miltel Transmitter Meter in Basement Figure 2-3: Miltel Transmitter Typical Agricultural Sensor Installation (N Type Enclosure) 2.2 Block Diagram Description 2.2.1 General Figure 2-2 describes the block diagram of the Miltel Transmitter unit. This device consists of two major sections, all using a common power source: ¾ Digital section (Micro Controller) ¾ RF section A 3.6 volts Lithium battery provides power to all parts of the device. The power supply for the RF section is controlled via the Tx switch (not shown), thus cutting of Miltel Transmitter Moisture Sensor Miltel Transmitter power to the transmitter unless necessary for actual data transmission (standby mode). Figure 2-4: Miltel Transmitter Block Diagram 2.2.2 Description of Operation The digital section of the Miltel Transmitter performs the following functions: ¾ Samples analog sensors OR communicates with digital sensors ¾ Accumulates data for each sensor separately ¾ Stores data (including alarms) in internal memory ¾ Interfaces the data to the RF section Sensor 1 Sensor n Sensin g an d Support Circuitry (Input Port) Micro- Controller R F Transmitte r Antenna Battery Device Enclosure Magnetic Switch Tamper Switch(opt.) The controller gathers the data for 10-240 minutes before initiating a transmission. If any of the counters/sensors has exceeded a preset value, or any alarm (such as tamper) has been received, the controller generates a single message immediately. Any further message will include alarm information along with counter data, if alarm condition still exists. Note: The duration interval between two transmissions is always greater than 30 minutes. The messages generated by the controller are 16-48 bytes each (depending on the number and type of sensors connected). The messages are exported from the digital section to the RF section as serial data (RS-232 standard protocol) via the DATA OUT output of the controller. The Tx control output of the controller is used for activating the TX switch for the duration of the message, to enable power supply to the RF section thus enabling the transmission of the message (transmit mode). The RF section takes the message and transmits it through the RD circuitry. Chapter 3 Technical Characteristics 3.1 Technical Specification 3.1.1 Electri…

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Miltel Communications Ltd Attachment 7 Letter requesting confidentiality 24-Feb-2004 American TCB 6731 Whittier Ave Suite C110 McLean, VA 22101 USA Subject: Request for Confidentiality FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A Dear Gentlemen, We herby apply to you with request to withhold the following confidentail informtion in the Application for Certification for FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A. The confidential information accompanying this Application is outlined below: • Schematics (electronic diagrams) • Block Diagram(s) • Operational Technical Description (incl. tune-up etc.) • Parts List The above materials contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public. The public disclosure of these matters might be harmful to the Applicant and provide unjustified benefits to its competitors. The Applicant understands that pursuant to Rule 0.457, disclosure of the Application and all accompanying documentation will not be made before the date of the Grant for this Application. Sincerely, Yarum Locker – Co CEO

American Telecommunications Certification Body Inc. 6731 Whittier Ave, McLean, VA 22101 February 5, 2003 RE: Miltel Communications Ltd. FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A I have a few comments on the above referenced Application. 1) The internal photographs may not normally be held confidential strictly on the basis of trade secrets. Please remove this justification from the letter of confidentiality or provide a better justification. As an alternative, you may use a black marker to "black out" the top of any readable components and provide new internal photographs. Please let us know how you wish to proceed with this issue. 2) It does not appear that voltage and current information was provided for the DC voltages/currents applied into the several elements of the final radio frequency amplifying device for normal operation over the power range. Please provide. 3) Please explain the rational behind Note 1 in Section 4.5 of the report (i.e., 90.217(b) stipulates +/- 25 kHz, note states +/- 50 kHz). Was the area near the fundamental adequately tested via radiated measurements? 4) There is a question pending with the FCC in relation to this application. If further information is necessary, we will let you know as soon as possible. 1) form. Timothy R. Johnson 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.

HERMON LABORATORIES February 26, 2004 American TCB 6731 Whittier Ave Suite C110 McLean, VA 22101 Attn: Mr. T. Johnson, Examining Engineer RE: your e-mail dated February 24, 2004; Miltel Communications Ltd. FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A, ATCB001109 Dear Mr. Johnson, Please find below the answers to your questions. 1) The revised Confidentiality letter “Confidentiality_letter_15703_revised” was uploaded on February 26, 2004 via Additional information folder. The request about internal photos confidentiality was removed. 2) The voltage and current information “Response_MLLCPTX450A 022604” was uploaded on February 26, 2004 via Operational description folder folder. 3) The frequency area near the fundamental was tested by conducted method – for device with antenna connector using the 100 Hz RBW {§90.210(d)(4)}. Spurious emissions beyond 50 kHz from the edge of the authorized bandwidth were measured both conducted and radiated for all 3 devices: one with a dummy load at the antenna connector and 2 devices with integral antennas. Thank you. Sincerely, Marina Cherniavsky, certification engineer Hermon Laboratories

FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 1 of 7 EXTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS This document contains 6 photographs FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 2 of 7 Photograph No.1 Galaxy Remote transmitter Front view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 3 of 7 Photograph No.2 Galaxy Remote transmitter Rear side view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 4 of 7 Photograph No.3 SpeedRead transmitter Front view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 5 of 7 Photograph No.4 SpeedRead transmitter Rear side view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 6 of 7 Photograph No.5 Irriwise transmitter Front view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 7 of 7 Photograph No.6 Irriwise transmitter Rear side view

Miltel Transmitter FCC ID Label 1 FCC ID Label The following document provides the information regarding the FCC ID label for each pf the three models of the afformentioned evice: 1. Model Galaxy Remote Transmitter (enclosure B) The picture below shows the front of the device that includes the FCC ID information (since the device is smaller than a palm the full statement will be included in the User Manual instead of on the label). Miltel Transmitter FCC ID Label 2 2. Model Irriwise Transmitter (enclosure N) The equipment label shown below is affixed to the Irriwise transmitter model on the back panel as depicted in the photos (see External_Photos Enclosure N). Label Dimensions: 58 mm. x 24 mm. Label Location: Transmitter back panel FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A Model: Irriwise Transmitter S/N: nnnnnn Miltel Transmitter FCC ID Label 3 3. Model SpeedRead Transmitter (enclosure S) The equipment label shown below is affixed to the SpeedRead transmitter model on the back panel as depicted in the photos (see External_Photos Enclosure S). Label Dimensions: 58 mm. x 24 mm. Label Location: Transmitter back panel FCC ID: MLLCPTX450A Model: SpeedRead Transmitter S/N: nnnnnn Label location Model Irriwise FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Label Model SpeedRead FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Label

FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 1 of 10 INTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS This document contains 9 photographs FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 2 of 10 Photograph No.1 Galaxy Remote transmitter Internal view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 3 of 10 Photograph No.2 SpeedRead transmitter Internal view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 4 of 10 Photograph No.3 SpeedRead transmitter Internal view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 5 of 10 Photograph No.4 Irriwise transmitter Internal view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 6 of 10 Photograph No.5 Irriwise transmitter Internal view, antenna connector FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 7 of 10 Photograph No.6 Irriwise transmitter without case view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 8 of 10 Photograph No.7 Transmitter PCB first side view FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 9 of 10 Photograph No.8 Irriwise transmitter without case second side FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 10 of 10 Photograph No.9 Transmitter PCB second side view

This report is in conformity with ISO/IEC 17025. The A2LA logo endorsement applies only to the test methods and the standards that are listed in the scope of Hermon Laboratories accreditation. The test results relate only to the items tested. This test report must not be reproduced in any form except in full with the approval of Hermon Laboratories Ltd. Page 1 of 161 Document ID: MILRAD_FCC.15703.doc Date of Issue: January 04 HERMON LABORATORIES Electrical Hermon Laboratories Ltd. P.O.Box 23 Binyamina 30500, Israel Tel.+972 46288001 Fax.+972 46288277 e-mail: [email protected] ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS TEST REPORT ACCORDING TO FCC CFR 47 PART 15 SUBPART B, PART 90 SUBPART I for Miltel Communications Ltd. EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST: Transmitter for meter reading system and data collection Models: Galaxy Remote, SpeedRead, Irriwise Page 2 of 161 Document ID: MILRAD_FCC.15703.doc Date of Issue: January 04 HERMON LABORATORIES Hermon Laboratories Ltd. P.O.Box 23 Binyamina 30500, Israel Tel.+972 46288001 Fax.+972 46288277 e-mail: [email protected] Contents 1 Project information.........................................................................................................................................................3 2 Summary and signatures.............................................................................................................................................4 3 EUT description...............................................................................................................................................................5 3.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................................................................5 4 Test results........................................................................................................................................................................7 4.1 PEAK OUTPUT POWER..........................................................................................................................................................7 4.2 OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH......................................................................................................................................................10 4.3 TRANSIENT FREQUENCY BEHAVIOR.....................................................................................................................................12 4.4 EMISSION MASK TEST ACCORDING TO PART 90 §90.217(B).................................................................................................15 4.5 RADIATED SPURIOUS EMISSION MEASUREMENTS.................................................................................................................18 4.6 UNINTENTIONAL RADIATED EMISSIONS TEST ACCORDING TO §15.109..................................................................................26 4.7 FREQUENCY STABILITY TEST..............................................................................................................................................27 Appendix A Plots...................................................................................................................................................................29 Appendix B Test equipment used for tests...............................................................................................................146 Appendix C Antenna factors and cable loss.............................................................................................................148 Appendix D General information....................................................................................................................................161 TEST FACILITY DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................................................161 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS.................................................................................................................................................161 SPECIFICATION REFERENCES......................................................................................................................................................161 Page 3 of 161 Document ID: MILRAD_FCC.15703.doc Date of Issue: January 04 HERMON LABORATORIES Hermon Laboratories Ltd. P.O.Box 23 Binyamina 30500, Israel Tel.+972 46288001 Fax.+972 46288277 e-mail: [email protected] 1 Project information Description of equipment under test Test items : Transmitter for meter reading system and data collection Manufacturer : Miltel Communications Ltd. Types (Models) : 1) Galaxy Remote 2) SpeedRead 3) Irriwise Applicant information Applicant’s responsible person : Mr. Erez Sharabi, V.P. engineering Company : Miltel Communications Ltd. Address : 7 Leshem street P.O.Box : 7374 City : Petach Tikva Postal code : 49170 Country : Israel Telephone number :+972 3926 9550 Telefax number :+972 3924 6550 Test performance Project Number: : 15703 Location : Hermon Laboratories Receipt date : October 08, 2003 Test started : October 09, 2003 Test completed : December 25, 2003 Purpose of test : Apparatus compliance verification in accordance with emission requirements Test specification(s) 47CFR part 90, §§90.217(b), part 15 §15.109 Page 4 of 161 Document ID: MILRAD_FCC.15703.doc Date of Issue: January 04 HERMON LABORATORIES Hermon Laboratories Ltd. P.O.Box 23 Binyamina 30500, Israel Tel.+972 46288001 Fax.+972 46288277 e-mail: [email protected] 2 Summary and signatures The EUT, transmitter of automatic meter reading system, was tested according to FCC part 90 subpart I §90.217(b), part 15 §15.109 and found to comply with the standard requirements. Test description Specification reference Tested by Date tested Test report paragraph Verdict RF output power 90.217, 2.1046 Mr. Y. Neuman, test engineer December 25, 2003 4.1 Tested Occupied bandwidth 90.209, 2.1049 Mr. …

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FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 1 of 13 SETUP PHOTOGRAPHS This document contains 12 photographs FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 2 of 13 Photograph No.1 Radiated emissions measurement setup in the anechoic chamber with biconilog antenna, model Galaxy Remote FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 3 of 13 Photograph No.2 Radiated emissions measurement setup in the anechoic chamber, model Galaxy Remote FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 4 of 13 Photograph No.3 Radiated emissions measurement setup at the OATS with double ridged guide antenna, model Galaxy Remote FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 5 of 13 Photograph No.4 Radiated emissions measurement setup at the OATS, model Galaxy Remote FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 6 of 13 Photograph No.5 Radiated emissions measurement setup in the anechoic chamber with biconilog antenna, model SpeedRead FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 7 of 13 Photograph No.6 Radiated emissions measurement setup in the anechoic chamber, model SpeedRead FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 8 of 13 Photograph No.7 Radiated emissions measurement setup at the OATS with double ridged guide antenna, model SpeedRead FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 9 of 13 Photograph No.8 Radiated emissions measurement setup at the OATS, model SpeedRead FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 10 of 13 Photograph No.9 Radiated emissions measurement setup in the anechoic chamber with biconilog antenna, model Irriwise FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 11 of 13 Photograph No.10 Radiated emissions measurement setup in the anechoic chamber, model Irriwise FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 12 of 13 Photograph No.11 Radiated emissions measurement setup at the OATS with double ridged guide antenna, model Irriwise FCC ID:MLLCPTX450A Date: February 2004 Page 13 of 13 Photograph No.12 Radiated emissions measurement setup at the OATS, model Irriwise