QHC-060203AOpenWay 3.1 Module

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 13-0256 Manufacturer: Itron Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 Manual OpenWay 3.1 User Information Manual OpenWay 3.1 User Information Manual Itron Model OW31SASL5BE-1 OpenWay 3.1 User Information Manual Labeling The following requirements will be applied to any products that use this module: The end product label will include the following text: Contains: FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 The user’s manual for any product that contains this module will contain the following test. If the device is large enough, this information will also placed on the label: “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.” Regulatory Compliance The user’s manual for any product that contains this module will contain the following text: FCC Part 15, Class B 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, 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. OpenWay 3.1 User Information Manual Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules [and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada]. 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. 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. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. En vertu de la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, cet émetteur radio peut fonctionner uniquement à l'aide de l'antenne d'un type et maximale (ou moins) obtenir une approbation pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Pour réduire les interférences radio potentielles à d'autres utilisateurs, le type d'antenne et son gain doivent être choisie que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) n'est pas plus que celui nécessaire à une communication efficace. OpenWay 3.1 User Information Manual RF Exposure The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a minimum separation distance of 20 cm from all persons, and must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End users and installers must be provided with antenna installation procedures and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Miscellaneous The user’s manual for any product that contains this module will contain the following text: Professional Installation This module is intended for professional installation by the integrator. The OEM integrator is still responsible for the FCC compliance requirement of the end product which uses this module. Modification and Repairs To ensure FCC compliance and system performance, this device, antenna and/or coaxial assembly shall not be changed or modified without the express written approval of Itron. Any unauthorized modification will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. WARNING! This device contains no user serviceable parts. Attempts to repair this device by unauthorized personnel may subject the person to shock hazard if removal of protective covers is attempted. Unauthorized repair will void the warranty and/or any maintenance contract with your company. General Description The Itron OW31SASL5BE-1 (OpenWay 3.1) is an electricity metering module which includes a Cellular EVDO WAN module operating in the GSM 800 MHz and PCS 1900 MHz bands and a LAN transmitter operating in the 902 MHz to 928 MHz band. The module operates on alternating current which is supplied by the host meter device. OpenWay 3.1 User Information Manual ANTENNAS This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number, or model number if Category II) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Le pré…

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Date: 10108/13 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authonzation Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21Mo Dear Sir or ltiadam: I hereby appoint Sam Wsmer at Advanced Compliance Solutions, lnc. to ac1 as our agent inlhe preparation'of an application for equipment authorization of FCC lD: QHC-060203A to the FCC Rules and Regulations. I certig that all exhibits contained within this filing properly descrlbe the device or system for which authorization is sought. I further certify that appropriate anangements have been made to assure that produc{ion units of this equipment bearing the name and FCC IDENTIFIER listed in this application will continue to comply with the Commission's requirements. I fuc'ther certify by signature below that no party (per 47 CFR 1.2002(b)) tc the application is subject to a denial oi Federal benefits, including FCC benefits, pursuant to Sec{ion 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 853(a)' This appointment also includes the authority to complete FCC Form 731 on our behalf and sign the apptication as an authorized agent. Sincerely, f1,,,/*7lrt/t / MiRe Mathts Principal Cefiification Engineer

5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 November 26, 2013 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: QHC-060203A To Whom It May Concern: The following application is submitted on behalf of our client, Itron, for evaluation of their model OW31SASL5BE-1 for certification under FCC Part 15.247 for limited single modular approval. The OW31SASL5BE-1 is a module that is designed to be integrated into 1S, 2S and 12S electric utility meter forms. The OW31SASL5BE-1 includes (1) 900 MHz FHSS radio and an on-board Sierra Wireless CDMA modem SL5011, FCC ID: N7NSL5011 / IC: 2417C-SL5011. The Sierra Wireless CDMA modem SL5011 is modular approved and not covered under the scope of this filing. The OW31SASL5BE-1 is designed to be integrated into 1S, 2S, 12S electric utility meter forms and be collocated and transmit simultaneously with the on-board Sierra Wireless CDMA modem SL5011, FCC ID: N7NSL5011 / IC: 2417C-SL5011 and separate Itron module ITR24 FCC ID: SK9ITR24 / IC: 864G-ITR24. The OW31SASL5BE-1 was tested in full to the requirements of the aforementioned rules and was found to be in compliance.The OW31SASL5BE-1 was also evaluated for intermodulation products due to simultaneous transmissions and found compliant. Sincerely, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc.

Ilron Feder.a! communicaticns ccmmission Date: october 08, 2013 P.O. Box 429 Golumbia, MD 21045 RE: Application for Limited Modular Approval Certification for the OpenWay 3.1 module Dear Sir or Madam: The following information addresses the requirements to support a limited modular approval as required by FCC Par|15.212. tulodular Transmitters- 1. The frequency hopping spread spectrum transmitter section is not shielded. Testing has been performed to assure comPliance. Z. The OpenWay 3.1 does not have external modulaticn or data inputs. The RF section is dr-iven by an on board MCU which controls RF data lines and does not allow excessive modulation. 3. The modular transmitter has its own power regulation. The module will be integrated into a meter host which also offers po\uer regulation' 4. The frequency hopping spread spectrum transmitter has an antenna connected and permanently mounted under glass in the host meter. S. The OpenWay 3.1 rnodule was tested within a host meter. This module willalways be integrated internal to a rneter host. 6. The OpenWay 3.1 register module will be labeled as required. The meter hostwillalso have the required labeling. 7. Operating requirements are included in the host technical manual. g. MpE measurements are provided to demonstrate RF compliance. There is a cautionary statement that is included in the tecirnicalmanual stipulating the 20 cm separation distance. Ail meter forms which act as hosts to the OpenWay 3.1 module will be tested with the OpenWay 3.1 module fOr compliance and documented through the permiSsive change process' Sincerelv. 'l?lt/^lkffi Name: Mike Mathis Signature: Title: Regulatory Engineer Date: October 08, 2013

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 13-0256 Manufacturer: Itron Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 External Photos Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 The EUT is a modular device in which internal photos have been held confidential. There are no associated external photographs considering the modular classification.

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 13-0256 Manufacturer: Itron Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 Label Information OpenWay 3.1 Module Label OpenWay 3.1 Host Label OpenWay 3.1 Host Label Part 15.19

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 13-0256 Manufacturer: Itron Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 RF Exposure Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 General Information: Applicant: Itron Inc. Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure The OW31SASL5BE-1 is designed to be integrated into 1S, 2S and 12S electric utility meter forms and be collocated and transmit simultaneously with Sierra Wireless CDMA modem SL5011, FCC ID: N7NSL5011 / IC: 2417C-SL5011 and Itron 802.15.4 Zigbee module ITR24, FCC ID: SK9ITR24 / IC: 864G-ITR24. Technical Information: Table 1: Technical Information (Including Collocated Transmitters On Board / In Host) Itron 900 MHz LAN module Model OW31SASL5BE-1 FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A Itron 802.15.4 (Zigbee) module Model ITR24 FCC ID: SK9ITR24 IC: 864G-ITR24 Sierra Wireless CDMA modem Model SL5011 FCC ID: N7NSL5011 IC: 2417C-SL5011 Antenna Type Slot PCB quarter wave embedded slot Slot Antenna Gain 0 dBi 3.8 dBi 850 Band: -3.5 dBi 1900 Band: 2.5 dBi Conducted Power 10.59 mW 63.53 mW 850 Band: 748.17 mW* 1900 Band: 767.36 mW* Maximum Peak EIRP 10.59 mW 152.41 mW 850 Band: 334.20 mW 1900 Band: 1364.58 mW Maximum Peak ERP 6.47 mW 92.90 mW 850 Band: 204.17 mW 1900 Band: 833.68 mW * Power provided for FCC ID: N7NSL5011 is power as listed on the grant and measured in the original FCC certification filing. Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 MPE Calculation The Power Density (mW/cm 2 ) is calculated as follows: S = 2 4R PG  Where: S = power density (in appropriate units, e.g. mW/cm2) 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 R = distance to the center of radiation of the antenna (appropriate units, e.g., cm) Table 2: MPE Calculation (Including Collocated Devices) MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure* 91010.250.6110.5901.000 200.002 247518.031.0063.533.82.399 200.030 824.728.740.55748.17-3.50.447 200.066 188028.851.00767.362.51.778 200.271 Power Density (mW/cm^2) Distance (cm) Transmit Frequency (MHz) Radio Power (dBm) Power Density Limit (mW/Cm2) Radio Power (mW) Antenna Gain (dBi) Antenna Gain (mW eq.) Summation of Power Densities – Simultaneous Transmissions This device contains multiple transmitters which can operate simultaneously and is collocated with additional transmitters in host integration; therefore the maximum RF exposure is determined by the summation of MPE ratios. The limit is such that the summation of MPE ratios is ≤ 1.0. The summation of MPE ratios is as follows: SL5011 Modem Operating in the 850 Band: 900 LAN MPE Ratio + 802.15.4 MPE Ratio + SL5011 850 MPE Ratio (0.002 / 0.61) + (0.030 / 1.0) + (0.066 / 0.55) = (0.003) + (0.030) + (0.120) = 0.152 0.152 < 1 SL5011 Modem Operating in the 1900 PCS Band: 900 LAN MPE Ratio + 802.15.4 MPE Ratio + SL5011 1900 MPE Ratio (0.002 / 0.61) + (0.030 / 1.0) + (0.271 / 1.0) = (0.003) + (0.030) + (0.271) = 0.303 0.303 < 1 RF Exposure In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radio frequency fields, the radiating element shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20 centimeters will be maintained. Conclusion This device complies with the MPE requirements by providing adequate separation between the device, any radiating structure and the general population.

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Test Report FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 13-0256.W06.1A Manufacturer: Itron Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 Test Begin Date: October 16, 2013 Test End Date: October 30, 2013 Report Issue Date: November 26, 2013 FOR THE SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION UNDER LAB Code 200612-0 This report is not be used to claim certification, approval, or endorsement by NVLAP, NIST or any government agency. Reviewed by: Kirby Munroe Director, Wireless Certifications ACS, Inc. This test report shall not be reproduced except in full. This report may be reproduced in part with prior written consent of ACS, Inc. The results contained in this report are representative of the sample(s) submitted for evaluation. This report contains 22 pages 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 3 1.1 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................... 3 1.3 TEST METHODOLOGY AND CONSIDERATIONS ................................................................................. 3 2 TEST FACILITIES .............................................................................................................................. 4 2.1 LOCATION ....................................................................................................................................... 4 2.2 LABORATORY ACCREDITATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/CERTIFICATIONS ................................................ 4 2.3 RADIATED EMISSIONS TEST SITE DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 5 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site .......................................................................................... 5 2.3.2 Open Area Tests Site (OATS) ................................................................................................. 6 2.4 CONDUCTED EMISSIONS TEST SITE DESCRIPTION ........................................................................... 7 3 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES .................................................................................... 7 4 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................ 8 5 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................... 9 6 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP BLOCK DIAGRAM ........................................................... 9 7 SUMMARY OF TESTS ..................................................................................................................... 10 7.1 ANTENNA REQUIREMENT – FCC 15.203 ....................................................................................... 10 7.2 POWER LINE CONDUCTED EMISSIONS – FCC 15.207; IC RSS-GEN 7.2.4 ..................................... 10 7.2.1 Measurement Procedure ....................................................................................................... 10 7.2.2 Measurement Results ............................................................................................................ 10 7.3 PEAK OUTPUT POWER - FCC 15.247(B)(2); IC RSS-210 A8.4(1) ................................................. 12 7.3.1 Measurement Procedure (Conducted Method) ..................................................................... 12 7.3.2 Measurement Results ............................................................................................................ 12 7.4 CHANNEL USAGE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................ 13 7.4.1 Carrier Frequency Separation – FCC 15.247(a)(1); IC RSS-210 A8.1(b) ........................... 13 7.4.1.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 13 7.4.1.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 13 7.4.2 Number of Hopping Channels – FCC 15.247(a)(1)(i); IC RSS-210 A8.1(c) ........................ 14 7.4.2.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 14 7.4.2.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 14 7.4.3 Channel Dwell Time – FCC 15.247(a)(1)(i); IC RSS-210 A8.1(c) ....................................... 15 7.4.3.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 15 7.4.3.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 15 7.4.4 20dB / 99% Bandwidth - FCC 15.247(a)(1)(i); IC RSS-210 A8.1(c) .................................. 16 7.4.4.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 16 7.4.4.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 16 7.5 BAND-EDGE COMPLIANCE AND SPURIOUS EMISSIONS .................................................................. 18 7.5.1 Band-Edge Compliance of RF Conducted Emissions - FCC 15.247(d); IC RSS-210 A8.5 .. 18 7.5.1.1 Measurement Proced…

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5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: QHC-060203A IC: 4393B-060203A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 13-0256 Manufacturer: Itron Model: OW31SASL5BE-1 Test Setup Photos Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions – 1S Meter Figure 2: Radiated Emissions – 1S Meter Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 3 Figure 3: Radiated Emissions – 2S Meter Figure 4: Radiated Emissions – 2S Meter Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 4 Figure 5: Radiated Emissions – 12S Meter Figure 6: Radiated Emissions – 12S Meter Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 5 Figure 7: Conducted Emissions – 1S Meter Figure 8: Conducted Emissions – 1S Meter Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 6 Figure 9: Conducted Emissions – 2S Meter Figure 10: Conducted Emissions – 2S Meter Model: OW31SASL5BE-1FCC ID: QHC-060203AIC: 4393B-060203A ACS Project: 13-0256Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 7 Figure 11: Conducted Emissions – 12S Meter Figure 12: Conducted Emissions – 12S Meter