P9X-430ELA31WRFN 430EL-A3 (1W)

RFN430EL-A3 (1W) User’s Guide Document Number XXXX Revision 1 Cooper Power Systems 910 Clopper Road, Suite 201-S Gaithersburg, MD 20878 USA www.cooperpowereas.com Tel (301) 515-7118 Fax: (301) 515-4965 XXXXX-01 2 RFN430EL-A3 (1W) User’s Guide Contents 1 About the RFN430EL-A3 (1W) ........................................................................................................... 3 2 Regulatory Notices ............................................................................................................................... 4 3 RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Specifications .................................................................................................... 7 XXXXX-01 3 RFN430EL-A3 User’s Guide 1 About the RFN430EL-A3 (1W) The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) is a radio communications device designed for use in Elster A3 meters. The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) contains a 1W, 915 MHz radio interface to an RF mesh network. The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) operates from a power source of 13.5 VDC, received from the host device. The radio module operates in license-free bands at 915 MHz (902.75 to 927.25 MHz) with an output power of 1W. RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Nodes are fully compatible with mesh network hardware, protocols and operations. Two radio transmission data rates are available: 76.8 kb/s and153.6 kb/s. The transmission power of the 915 MHz radio is adjustable from 30 dBm to -20 dBm. XXXXX-01 4 RFN430EL-A3 (1W) User’s Guide 2 Regulatory Notices Warning The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that FCC Labeling requirements are met. This includes a clearly visible label on the outside of the OEM enclosure specifying the Cooper Power Systems FCC identifier (FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W) and IC Number (IC: 6766A-430ELA31W) as well as the FCC Notice below. Warning 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. Warning 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. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. XXXXX-01 5 RFN430EL-A3 (1W) User’s Guide Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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:  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warning The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. XXXXX-01 6 RFN430EL-A3 (1W) User’s Guide Warning To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.” As such, the radio component of this device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following two conditions: The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users. The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. As long as the two conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (e.g., digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements). In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example, co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re- evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization. End Product Labeling This transmitter module is authorized only for use in devices where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users (for example access points, routers, wireless ASDL modems, certain laptop configurations, and similar equipment). The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W, IC: 6766A-430ELA31W”. The radio component is an integral part of the RFN430EL-A3 (1W) and cannot be removed. Warning Transmitters with Detachable Antennas This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 6 dB. Antennas not included in this li…

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910 Clopper Road ● Suite 201-S ● Gaithersburg, MD 20878 ● Tel. (301) 515-7118 ● Fax (301) 515-4965 ● www.coopereas.com November 27, 2012 Chief, Certification and Engineering Bureau Industry Canada 1241 Clyde Avenue Ottawa, Ontario Canada K2C 1Y3 Tel: (613) 952-3200 / Fax: (613) 952-1088 Declaration of Compliance To Whom it May Concern: We, Cooper Power Systems, declare that the RFN430EL-A3 (1W) complies with the RF exposure limits for humans, as specified in Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 and reproduced in RSS-102. Sincerely yours, Steven Seymour Certification Engineer Cooper Power Systems (240) 454-9845 [email protected]

910 Clopper Road ● Suite 201-S ● Gaithersburg, MD 20878 ● Tel. (301) 515-7118 ● Fax (301) 515-4965 ● www.coopereas.com November 19, 2012 American Certification Body, Inc. 6731 Whittier Avenue, Suite C110 McLean, VA 22101 To Whom It May Concern: Please be advised that Cooper Power Systems in Gaithersburg, Maryland authorizes Washington Laboratories, Ltd. to act on our behalf, until otherwise notified, for applications submitted to American Telecommunications Certification Body, Inc. (ATCB). The following personnel of Washington Laboratories, Ltd. are authorized:  Michael F. Violette, President  Steven D. Koster, EMC Operations Manager We certify that we are not subject to denial of federal benefits, which includes FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse ACT of 1988, U.S.C. 862. Further, no party, as defined in 47 CFR 1.2002(b), to the application is subject to denial of federal benefits, that includes FCC benefits. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Steven Seymour Certification Engineer Cooper Power Systems (240) 454-9845 [email protected]

910 Clopper Road ● Suite 201-S ● Gaithersburg, MD 20878 ● Tel. (301) 515-7118 ● Fax (301) 515-4965 ● www.coopereas.com November 19, 2012 Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering and Technology Equipment Authorization Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 RE: Certification Application FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W Please be advised that under the provision of 47 CFR 0.457 and 0.459 the following exhibits are to be held confidential on behalf of Cooper Power Systems: • Schematics (RFN430EL-A3 Schematics - Sheet 3.pdf, RFN430EL-A3 Schematics - Sheet 4.pdf, RFN430EL-A3 Schematics - Sheet 5.pdf and RFN430EL-A3 Schematics - Sheet 6.pdf) • Block diagram (RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Block Diagram.pdf) • Theory of Operation/Technical Description (RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Circuit Description and Operation.pdf and RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Circuit Description and Operation - Appendix A.pdf) Rationale for request for confidentiality: Cooper Power Systems wishes to keep these items confidential to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. These items will always be professionally installed. In addition, the device will always be in a controlled, inaccessible environment and are not available to the general public. Sincerely, Steven Seymour Certification Engineer Cooper Power Systems (240) 454-9845 [email protected]

910 Clopper Road ● Suite 201-S ● Gaithersburg, MD 20878 ● Tel. (301) 515-7118 ● Fax (301) 515-4965 ● www.coopereas.com Subject: Modular Approval Request FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W November 19, 2012 Dear Application Examiner: Cooper Power Systems, model RFN430EL-A3 (1W), FCC ID P9X-430ELA31W, would like to have your authorization as a modular approval. The requirements of Public Notice DA00-1407 have been met and shown on the following statements. 1. "The modular transmitter must have its own RF shielding." - The radio portion of this module has been shielded. Please see exhibition External Photo. 2. "The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs." - The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) contains buffered data inputs; it is integrated into Cooper Power System's RF design. 3. "The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation." - The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) contains a regulator in the DC input port; it is integrated into Cooper Power Systems’ RFN430EL-A3 (1W) design. 4. "The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna requirements of section 15.203 and 15.204(c)." - The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) meets the FCC antenna requirements. The spurious emission, unique antenna connector and photo of antennas are shown in the application exhibits. 5. "The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration." - The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) was tested in a stand-alone configuration via an adapter board. Please see exhibit "Test Setup Photos". 6. "The modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC ID number." - Please see exhibit "FCC Label" for the FCC ID of this module. 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 RFN430EL-A3 (1W) is compliant with all applicable FCC rules. Detailed instructions for maintaining compliance are given in the Users Manual. 8. "The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements." - The RFN430EL-A3 (1W) is compliant with all applicable RF exposure requirements. RF Exposure is addressed in the exhibit "MPE Data". Please contact me if you have any further questions. Thank you for your attention. Sincerely, Steven Seymour Certification Engineer Cooper Power Systems (240) 454-9845 [email protected]

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Cooper Power Systems Labels RFN430EL-A3 (1W) (Elster A3) November 19, 2012 1 A label showing the manufacturer’s name (Cooper Power Systems), the FCC ID (P9X-430ELA31W), and the IC Number (6766A-430ELA31W), and containing the information shown in Figure 1 below, will be affixed to products that incorporate the RFN430EL-A3 (1W), as shown in Figure 2. Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Contains FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W / IC: 6766A-430ELA31W This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Figure 1: External Label Information Figure 2: External Label Location

Cooper Power Systems Photos RFN430EL-A3 (1W) (Elster A3) November 19, 2012 3 Figure 3: RFN430EL-A3 (1W) – Top, shields removed

Cooper Power Systems Photos RFN430EL-A3 (1W) (Elster A3) November 19, 2012 4 Figure 4: RFN430EL-A3 (1W) (1W) – Label Detail

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Certificates and reports shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written permission of Washington Labs, Limited. Maximum Permissible Exposure Evaluation For the Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W IC: 6766A-430ELA31W November 5, 2012 WLL Report: 12109-MPE Rev 1 Prepared for: COOPER POWER SYSTEMS 20201 CENTURY BLVD. SUITE 250 GERMANTOWN, MD 20874 Prepared by: WASHINGTON LABORATORIES, LTD. 7560 LINDBERGH DRIVE GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND 20879 Testing Certificate AT-1448 Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 RF Exposure Test Report August,2011 WLL Report #12732-MPE Rev 0 - ii - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Maximum Permissible Exposure Evaluation For the Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) November 5, 2012 WLL Report # 12732-MPE Rev 0 Prepared by: Steven Dovell Compliance Engineer Reviewed by: Steven D. Koster VP, EMC & Wireless Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) RF Exposure Test Report November, 2012 WLL Report #12732-MPE Rev 0 - iii - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Abstract This report has been prepared on behalf of Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) to document the findings of the maximum permissible exposure evaluation on the Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W). The purpose of this evaluation is to establish a minimum safe distance as per the RF exposure requirements as defined in FCC §1.1307, §1.1310 / RSS102 issue 4. This report documents the results of testing to the requirements of:  CFR Title 47 Volume 1 Practice and Procedure; (1.1307) Environmental Assessments The Evaluation was performed by Washington Laboratories, Ltd, 7560 Lindbergh Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. Washington Laboratories, Ltd. has been accepted as an EMC Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) under the United States/European Union Memorandum of Agreement. Washington Laboratories, Ltd. is accredited by ACLASS under Testing Certificate AT-1448. Revision History Reason Date Rev 0 Initial Release November 5, 2012 Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) RF Exposure Test Report November, 2012 WLL Report #12732-MPE Rev 0 - iv - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Table of Contents Abstract .................................................................................................................................................................... ii 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 1 2 Requirements .............................................................................................................................................. 1 2.1 Transmitter Categories ............................................................................................................................. 1 2.2 Exposure Categories ................................................................................................................................ 1 3 Device Summary ......................................................................................................................................... 3 4 Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure Evaluation .................................................................................. 4 4.1 Duty Cycle Corrections ............................................................................................................................ 4 4.2 RF Exposure Results ................................................................................................................................ 4 List of Tables Table 1: MPE Limits ..................................................................................................................................................2 Table 2: Device Summary of the RFN430EL-A3 ......................................................................................................3 Table 3: Transmitter MPE Calculation Summary ......................................................................................................5 Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 RF Exposure Test Report August, 2011 WLL Report #12732-MPE Rev 1 - Page 1 of 5 - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. 1 Introduction This report has been prepared on behalf of Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) Transmitter to show compliance with the RF exposure requirements as defined in FCC §1.1307. Testing supporting this evaluation was performed at Washington Laboratories, Ltd, 7560 Lindbergh Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. Washington Laboratories, Ltd. has been accepted as an EMC Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) under the United States/European Union Memorandum of Agreement. Washington Laboratories, Ltd. is accredited with ACLASS under Testing Certificate AT-1448. 2 Requirements Three different categories of transmitters are defined by the FCC in OET Bulletin 65. These categories are fixed installation, mobile, and portable. Additionally, the FCC categorizes the use of the devices based on the user’s awareness and the ability to exercise control over his or her exposure. The two categories are defined as Occupational/Controlled Exposure and General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure. 2.1 Transmitter Categories 2.1.1 Fixed Installations A fixed location means that the device, including its antenna, is physically secured at a permanent location and is not able to be easily moved to another location. Additionally, distance to humans from the antenna is maintained to at least 2 meters. 2.1.2 Mobile Devices A mobile device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed locations and to be generally used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter's radiating structures and the body of the user or nearby persons. Transmitters designed to be used by consumers or workers that can be easily re-located, such as a wireless modem operating in a laptop computer, are considered mobile devices if they meet the 20 centimeter separati…

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Certificates and reports shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written permission of Washington Laboratories, Limited. FCC & Industry Canada Certification Test Report For the Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W IC ID: 6766A-430ELA31W WLL JOB# 12732 Rev 0 November 16, 2012 Prepared for: Cooper Power Systems 901 Clopper Rd Blvd. Suite 201S Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Prepared By: Washington Laboratories, Ltd. 7560 Lindbergh Drive Gaithersburg, Maryland 20879 Testing Certificate AT-1448 Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 FCC Certification Test Report November, 2012 WLL Report #12732-01 Rev 0 - ii - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. FCC & Industry Canada Certification Test Report for the Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W)(1W) FCC ID: P9X-430ELA31W IC ID: 6766A-430ELA31W WLL JOB# 12732 Rev 0 November 16, 2012 Prepared by: _______________________ Steven Dovell Compliance Engineer Reviewed by: _______________________ Steven D. Koster Vice President Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 FCC Certification Test Report November, 2012 WLL Report #12732-01 Rev 0 - iii - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Abstract This report has been prepared on behalf of Cooper Power Systems to support the attached Application for Equipment Authorization. The test report and application are submitted for a Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter under Part 15.247 (10/2010) of the FCC Rules and Regulations and Spectrum Management and Telecommunications Policy RSS-210 of Industry Canada. This Certification Test Report documents the test configuration and test results for the Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3. Testing was performed on an Open Area Test Site (OATS) of Washington Laboratories, Ltd, 7560 Lindbergh Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. Site description and site attenuation data have been placed on file with the FCC's Sampling and Measurements Branch at the FCC laboratory in Columbia, MD. The Industry Canada OATS numbers are 3035A-1 and 3035A-2 for Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Site 1 and Site 2, respectively. Washington Laboratories, Ltd. has been accepted by the FCC and approved by ACLASS under Certificate AT-1448 as an independent FCC test laboratory. The Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 (1W) complies with the limits for a Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter device under FCC Part 15.247 and Industry Canada RSS- 210. Revision History Description of Change Date Rev 0 Initial Release November 16, 2012 Cooper Power Systems RFN430EL-A3 FCC Certification Test Report November, 2012 WLL Report #12732-01 Rev 0 - iv - © 2012 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Table of Contents Abstract ........................................................................................................................................... ii 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................1 1.1 Compliance Statement .................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Test Scope ....................................................................................................................... 1 1.3 Contract Information ....................................................................................................... 1 1.4 Test Dates........................................................................................................................ 1 1.5 Test and Support Personnel ............................................................................................ 1 1.6 Abbreviations .................................................................................................................. 2 2 Equipment Under Test .........................................................................................................3 2.1 EUT Identification & Description .................................................................................. 3 2.2 Test Configuration .......................................................................................................... 3 2.3 Testing Algorithm ........................................................................................................... 4 2.4 Test Location .................................................................................................................. 4 2.5 Measurements ................................................................................................................. 4 2.6 Measurement Uncertainty ............................................................................................... 4 3 Test Equipment ....................................................................................................................6 4 Test Summary ......................................................................................................................7 5 Test Results ..........................................................................................................................8 5.1 Duty Cycle Correction and Time of Occupancy ............................................................. 8 5.2 RF Power Output: (FCC Part §2.1046)......................................................................... 12 5.3 Occupied Bandwidth: (FCC Part §2.1049) ................................................................... 19 5.4 Channel Spacing and Number of Hop Channels (FCC Part §15247(a)(1) ................... 23 5.5 Conducted Spurious Emissions at Antenna Terminals (FCC Part §2.1051) ................ 27 5.6 Radiated Spurious Emissions: (FCC Part §2.1053) ...................................................... 60 5.7 Receiver Radiated Spurious Emissions: (FCC Part §15.209) ....................................... 73 5.1 AC Conducted Emissions (FCC Part §15.207) ............................................................ 75 List of Tables Table 1: Device Summary .......................................................................…

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