RW3RFS2RFS Transceiver Module

Annex No.5 User Manual Functional Description Radio System for Studio Flash Equipment 914.0MHz: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03/ L7272.13/ L7272.23 916.5MHz: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/ L7272.11/ L7272.21 Bron Elektronik AG, 4123 Allschwil, Switzerland The application concerns the data transmission from an operator console (MAC/PC) to the flash units of a Photo Studio, in both directions, as well as the transmission of a flash trigger signal from the camera to all of the flash units. --------------- Studio flash unit ---------------- The radio equipment in the studio flash unit consists of a RFS transceiver module (three versions) and a unit specific RFS interface 916.5MHz Flash unit „Grafit“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01 and RFS Interface L 7273.00 Flash unit „Topas“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.11 and RFS Interface L 7275.00 Flash unit „Minicom/Logos“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.21 and RFS Interface L 7274.00 914.0MHz Flash unit „Grafit“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03 and RFS Interface L 7273.00 Flash unit „Topas“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.13 and RFS Interface L 7275.00 Flash unit „Minicom/Logos“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.23 and RFS Interface L 7274.00 RFS Transceiver Module specifications ( typical ): • Output power: 12dBm • Frequency: 914.0 – 916.5MHz • Modulation: ASK • RF input impedance 50 ohms • Data rate / Data format: 38.4 kBaud Æ 76.8kBit in Manchester • Transmission time flash triggering: 0.625ms – 0.833ms • Transmission time data-block: 1.9ms – 10.4ms • Size: 35mm x 52mm x 12mm • Operating voltage: 3V • Operating current: 2mA receive mode 10μA power down mode Interface connector: Pin Description 1 3V_PA: power amplifier 2 RXDATA: 76.8kBit Manchester (baud rate= 38.4kBaud) 3 Ground 4 TXMOD: 76.8kBit Manchester (baud rate= 38.4kBaud) 5 PA_IO: power amplifier control, 0=receive, 1=transmit 6 CNTRL1: 7 CNTRL0: 8 3V: power input CNTRL1: CNTRL0: control 0 0 power down mode 0 1 OOK transmit mode 1 0 ASK transmit mode 1 1 receive mode Transmission format Data format: MSB first Flash-block: • Preamble 11100110 01100110 optimisation of DC-balance • Start symbol „Flash“: 01110001 11010110 Manchester modified • ID (Studio no.) 01010101 01010110 Æ ID=1 ( Manchester ) Data-block: • Preamble: 11100110 01100110 optimisation of DC-balance • Start symbol „Data“: 01110001 11011001 Manchester modified • Block number: ... each new block receives a new block number, but not a repetition. • Byte count: ... • Start info: 01011010 01011001 • Studio ID: 01010101 01010110 Æ ID=1 ( Manchester ) • Unit ID: ... • n data ... ... ... ... max. 50 Byte • Check sum: ... • End Symbol „Data“: 01110110 00100110 Manchester modified A dual directional data transmission only takes place when the setting on the flash units or the operator console (MAC/PC) is adjusted. This reduces the probability of a collision with a flash- block. A correctly transmitted data-block is confirmed with an ACK. An unconfirmed data-block is repeated. A flash-block is not repeated. Flash unit Grafit: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/ L7272.03 and RFS Interface L7273.00 The RFS transceiver module and the RFS interface are connected by a flat cable. A straight SMC connector is soldered, on the front end, onto the transceiver module and a ¼-wave antenna is mounted. The RFS transceiver module has a soldered-on shield. Flash unit Grafit Flash unit Topas: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.11/ L7272.13 and RFS Interface L7275.00 The RFS transceiver module and the RFS interface are connected by a flat cable. An angle SMC connector is soldered onto the RFS transceiver module and a ¼-wave antenna is mounted. Flash unit Topas Flash unit Minicom/Logos: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.21/ L7272.21 and RFS Interface L7274.00 The RFS transceiver module is attached directly onto the RFS interface. The rod-type antenna Z7276.00 is soldered into the RFS transceiver module. In the RFS interface, there are no components assembled in the section around the RFS transceiver module. In this section, the Cu-surface, together with a metal frame, serve as a shield. Flash unit Minicom Flash unit Logos SMC-Antenna No. 40462.00 PRODUCT CODE :- SMCUHFF915MHz . Manufacturer : R.W. Badland Ltd. England Tuned frequency :-915 Mhz . Gain [ unity ] ¼ wave 0 db Radiator::- flexible plastic coated Base :- moulded in situ Length : - 80 mm Diameter :- Base :- 9.5mm Centre :- 4.1 mm Tip :- 7 mm VWSR :- better than 1.5 : 1 Band width @ 2 : 1 VWSR 5% Operating Instructions b r o n c o l o r Minicom 40 / 80 Before use We are very pleased you have chosen a broncolor Minicom compact unit which is a high-quality product in every respect. If used properly, it will render you many years of good service. Please read the information contained in these operating instructions carefully. They contain important details on the use, safety and maintenance of the appliance. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to further users if necessary. Observe the safety instructions. Contents page Important safety instructions 2 Attention: Read before starting up the compact unit 3 Controls and displays 4 1. Application Minicom 6 2. Start up 6 3. Energy control 7 4. Modelling light 7 5. Release 8 6. Ready signals visual/audible 9 7. Additional functions with settings 10 8. Flash tube 12 9. Protecting glass 12 10. Fuse 12 11. Basic settings ex works 12 12. Protective facilities / Fault indication 14 13. Car battery converter 15 14. Mounting 15 15. Umbrella holder 16 16. Accessories 16 17. Maintenance / repairs 16 18. Technical data 17 19. broncolor Minicom RFS 18 20. Order numbers for diverse spare parts / accessories 19 1 Important safety instructions This unit is designed for professional photography and is to be handled by skilled staff only. When using your studio flash equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions before using. 2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance …

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Annex No.7 Page 1 of 1 Block Diagram : Oscillator frequencies generated or used in the device: : 6.000MHz / 8.000MHz

m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Rottland 5a, D-51429 Bergisch-Gladbach DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 zertifiziert Akkreditiertes Testhaus - Reg.-Nr.: TTI-P-G128/96 Tel. : +49 22 07 - 96 89 - 0 Fax : +49 22 07 - 96 89 - 20 email: [email protected] www.dudde.com Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen: This letter is to comply with Section 0.457(d)(2)(i) pertaining to confidential material. Bron Elektronik AG, Hagmattstrasse 7, CH-4123 Allschwil / Switzerland would like the following documents regarding this submission for FCC ID: RW3RFS2 to be kept confidential. Transceiver, RFS Transceiver Module L7272.XX 1. Page 2 to 18 Annex no. 8 document “Schematics” The above material contains trade secret or technical data, which would customarily be guarded from competitors. We do not want these documents to be accessible to the general public. Sincerely, m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Manfred Dudde

m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Rottland 5a, D-51429 Bergisch-Gladbach DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 zertifiziert Akkreditiertes Testhaus - Reg.-Nr.: TTI-P-G128/96 Tel. : +49 22 07 - 96 89 - 0 Fax : +49 22 07 - 96 89 - 20 email: [email protected] www.dudde.com Date: Subject: Limited modular approval request To: FCC TCB Herewith we like to apply for "limited modular approval" for the following device: Applicant/manufacturer: Bron Elektronik AG Module name: RFS Transceiver Module FCC ID: RW3RFS2 Device designation RFS Transceiver Module Variant RFS Interface Device type Grafit A2 RFS 914MHz L7272.03 L7273.00 31.169 Grafit A2 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.01 L7273.00 31.169 Grafit A4 RFS 914MHz L7272.03 L7273.00 31.179 Grafit A4 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.01 L7273.00 31.179 Topas A2 RFS 914MHz L7272.13 L7275.00 31.173 Topas A2 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.11 L7275.00 31.173 Topas A4 RFS 914MHz L7272.13 L7275.00 31.174 Topas A4 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.11 L7275.00 31.174 Topas A8 RFS Evolution 914MHz L7272.13 L7275.00 31.183 Topas A2 RFS Evolution 916.5MHz L7272.11 L7275.00 31.183 Minicom 40 RFS 914MHz L7272.23 L7274.00 31.404 Minicom 40 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.21 L7274.00 31.404 Minicom 80 RFS 914MHz L7272.23 L7274.00 31.414 Minicom 80 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.21 L7274.00 31.414 Logos 800 RFS 914MHz L7272.23 L7274.00 51.043 Logos 800 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.21 L7274.00 51.042 Logos 1600 RFS 914MHz L7272.23 L7274.00 51.053 Logos 1600 RFS 916.5MHz L7272.21 L7274.00 51.052 This device is subject of this FCC application package. Justification for our request is summarized below: 1. RF shielding This device has its own RF shielding. 2. Data Inputs This device is designed in such a way, that whenever the data input is disturbed Or disconnected, the RF signal is not affected and the device will not go out of compliance. 3. Power supply regulation The modular transmitter is always connected over a RFS-interface. On it, it has its own power supply regulation. Site 1 of 2 4. Antenna Concerning the “RFS Transceiver Module RFS2” there are three different antenna variants which are permanently attached. All antenna variants had been tested. 5. Stand alone tested The “RFS Transceiver Module” had been tested with a connected RFS interface in a stand-alone configuration. 6. Labeling The transceiver module will be labeled with its own label. The terminal equipment refers with its label to the enclosed module. 7. Specific Operation requirements The modular transmitter complies with the specific rule or operating requirements applicable to the transmitter. 8. RF exposure requirements The modular transmitter complies with any applicable RF exposure requirements. Best regards, [Signature] R. Trepper m.dudde hochfrequenz-technik Phone: +49 2207 9689 16 email: [email protected] Site 2 of 2

Annex No.1 Page 1 of 6 External Photographs of the Equipment Under Test (RFS Transceiver Module L7272.0X) EXTERNAL FRONT VIEW PHOTO Annex No.1 Page 2 of 6 EXTERNAL REAR VIEW PHOTO Annex No.1 Page 3 of 6 External Photographs of the Equipment Under Test (RFS Transceiver Module L7272.1X) EXTERNAL FRONT VIEW PHOTO Annex No.1 Page 4 of 6 EXTERNAL REAR VIEW PHOTO Annex No.1 Page 5 of 6 External Photographs of the Equipment Under Test (RFS Transceiver Module L7272.2X) EXTERNAL FRONT VIEW PHOTO Annex No.1 Page 6 of 6 External Photographs of the Equipment Under Test (RFS Transceiver Module L7272.2X) EXTERNAL FRONT VIEW PHOTO

Annex No.4 Page 1 of 3 FCC ID LABEL SAMPLE RFS Transceiver Module RFS 2 Flash unit RFS Transceiver modules Labels Grafit: 916.5MHz L7272.01 Grafit: 914MHz L7272.03 Topas: 916.5MHz L7272.11 Topas: 914MHz L7272.13 1cm 1cm Minicom/Logos: 916.5MHz L7272.21 Minicom/Logos: 914MHz L7272.23 Bron Elektronik AG Allschwil Switzerland Annex No.4 Page 1 of 4 FCC ID LABEL SAMPLE SKETCH OF FCC ID LABLE LOCATION RFC Transceiver Module L7272.0X Annex No.4 Page 2 of 4 FCC ID LABEL SAMPLE SKETCH OF FCC ID LABLE LOCATION RFC Transceiver Module L7272.1X Annex No.4 Page 3 of 4 FCC ID LABEL SAMPLE SKETCH OF FCC ID LABLE LOCATION RFC Transceiver Module L7272.2X Annex No.4 Page 4 of 4 FCC ID LABEL SAMPLE SKETCH OF FCC ID LABLE LOCATION RFC Transceiver Module L7272.2X

Annex No.2 Page 1 of 6 Internal Photographs of the Equipment Under Test RFS Transmitter Module L7272.0X INTERNAL UPPER SIDE PHOTO Annex No.2 Page 2 of 6 INTERNAL LOWER SIDE PHOTO Annex No.2 Page 3 of 6 Internal Photographs of the Equipment Under Test RFS Transmitter Module L7272.1X INTERNAL UPPER SIDE PHOTO Annex No.2 Page 4 of 6 INTERNAL LOWER SIDE PHOTO Annex No.2 Page 5 of 6 Internal Photographs of the Equipment Under Test RFS Transmitter Module L7272.2X INTERNAL UPPER SIDE PHOTO Annex No.2 Page 6 of 6 INTERNAL LOWER SIDE PHOTO

Annex No.5 Technical Description Radio System for Studio Flash Equipment 914.0MHz: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03/ L7272.13/ L7272.23 916.5MHz: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/ L7272.11/ L7272.21 Bron Elektronik AG, 4123 Allschwil, Switzerland The application concerns the data transmission from an operator console (MAC/PC) to the flash units of a Photo Studio, in both directions, as well as the transmission of a flash trigger signal from the camera to all of the flash units. --------------- Studio flash unit ---------------- The radio equipment in the studio flash unit consists of a RFS transceiver module (three versions) and a unit specific RFS interface 916.5MHz Flash unit „Grafit“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01 and RFS Interface L 7273.00 Flash unit „Topas“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.11 and RFS Interface L 7275.00 Flash unit „Minicom/Logos“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.21 and RFS Interface L 7274.00 914.0MHz Flash unit „Grafit“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03 and RFS Interface L 7273.00 Flash unit „Topas“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.13 and RFS Interface L 7275.00 Flash unit „Minicom/Logos“: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.23 and RFS Interface L 7274.00 RFS Transceiver Module specifications ( typical ): • Output power: 12dBm • Frequency: 914.0 – 916.5MHz • Modulation: ASK • RF input impedance 50 ohms • Data rate / Data format: 38.4 kBaud Æ 76.8kBit in Manchester • Transmission time flash triggering: 0.625ms – 0.833ms • Transmission time data-block: 1.9ms – 10.4ms • Size: 35mm x 52mm x 12mm • Operating voltage: 3V • Operating current: 2mA receive mode 10μA power down mode Interface connector: Pin Description 1 3V_PA: power amplifier 2 RXDATA: 76.8kBit Manchester (baud rate= 38.4kBaud) 3 Ground 4 TXMOD: 76.8kBit Manchester (baud rate= 38.4kBaud) 5 PA_IO: power amplifier control, 0=receive, 1=transmit 6 CNTRL1: 7 CNTRL0: 8 3V: power input CNTRL1: CNTRL0: control 0 0 power down mode 0 1 OOK transmit mode 1 0 ASK transmit mode 1 1 receive mode Transmission format Data format: MSB first Flash-block: • Preamble 11100110 01100110 optimisation of DC-balance • Start symbol „Flash“: 01110001 11010110 Manchester modified • ID (Studio no.) 01010101 01010110 Æ ID=1 ( Manchester ) Data-block: • Preamble: 11100110 01100110 optimisation of DC-balance • Start symbol „Data“: 01110001 11011001 Manchester modified • Block number: ... each new block receives a new block number, but not a repetition. • Byte count: ... • Start info: 01011010 01011001 • Studio ID: 01010101 01010110 Æ ID=1 ( Manchester ) • Unit ID: ... • n data ... ... ... ... max. 50 Byte • Check sum: ... • End Symbol „Data“: 01110110 00100110 Manchester modified A dual directional data transmission only takes place when the setting on the flash units or the operator console (MAC/PC) is adjusted. This reduces the probability of a collision with a flash- block. A correctly transmitted data-block is confirmed with an ACK. An unconfirmed data-block is repeated. A flash-block is not repeated. Flash unit Grafit: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/ L7272.03 and RFS Interface L7273.00 The RFS transceiver module and the RFS interface are connected by a flat cable. A straight SMC connector is soldered, on the front end, onto the transceiver module and a ¼-wave antenna is mounted. The RFS transceiver module has a soldered-on shield. Flash unit Grafit Flash unit Topas: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.11/ L7272.13 and RFS Interface L7275.00 The RFS transceiver module and the RFS interface are connected by a flat cable. An angle SMC connector is soldered onto the RFS transceiver module and a ¼-wave antenna is mounted. Flash unit Topas Flash unit Minicom/Logos: RFS Transceiver Module L7272.21/ L7272.21 and RFS Interface L7274.00 The RFS transceiver module is attached directly onto the RFS interface. The rod-type antenna Z7276.00 is soldered into the RFS transceiver module. In the RFS interface, there are no components assembled in the section around the RFS transceiver module. In this section, the Cu-surface, together with a metal frame, serve as a shield. Flash unit Minicom Flash unit Logos SMC-Antenna No. 40462.00 PRODUCT CODE :- SMCUHFF915MHz . Manufacturer : R.W. Badland Ltd. England Tuned frequency :-915 Mhz . Gain [ unity ] ¼ wave 0 db Radiator::- flexible plastic coated Base :- moulded in situ Length : - 80 mm Diameter :- Base :- 9.5mm Centre :- 4.1 mm Tip :- 7 mm VWSR :- better than 1.5 : 1 Band width @ 2 : 1 VWSR 5%

Test Report : 04001928 Page 1 of 30 EUT : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/L7272.11/L7272.21 RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03/L7272.13/L7272.23 FCC ID: RW3RFS2 Issue date: 2004-03-29 m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Rottland 5a Vers. Datum:2002-12 D-51429 Bergisch Gladbach Tel. +49 2207-9689-0 Fax +49 2207 9689-20 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.dudde.com TTI-P-G 128/96 Test Report acc. to the relevant standard: 47 CFR Part 15 C – Intentional Radiators Measurement Procedure: ANSI C63.4 - 1992 relating to Bron Elektronik AG RFS Transceiver Module Variants: L7272.01 / L7272.11 / L7272.21 Variants: L7272.03 / L7272.13 / L7272.23 Measurement of Radio- Noise Emissions from Low- Voltage Electrical and Electronic Equipment Technical characteristics and test methods for radio equipment in the frequency range 9 kHz to 40 GHz Test Report : 04001928 Page 2 of 30 EUT : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/L7272.11/L7272.21 RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03/L7272.13/L7272.23 FCC ID: RW3RFS2 Issue date: 2004-03-29 m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Rottland 5a Vers. Datum:2002-12 D-51429 Bergisch Gladbach Tel. +49 2207-9689-0 Fax +49 2207 9689-20 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.dudde.com Manufacturers Details Manufacturer Bron Elektronik AG Manufacturers Grantee Code RW3 Hagmattstrasse 7 CH-4123 Allschwil Switzerland Phone : 0041/614 85 85 Fax : 0041/614 8585 Manufacturers Address E- Mail:[email protected] 47 CFR Part 15C - Intentional Radiators Relevant Standard Used ANSI C63.4-1992 Test Report prepared by Ralf Trepper m.dudde hochfrequenz-technik (Labor) Rottland 5a D-51429 Bergisch Gladbach Germany Phone: +49 2207 96890 Fax : +49 2207 968920 Technical engineer E-mail: [email protected] Equipment Under Test (EUT) Equipment Category Transceiver Trade Name Type designation RFS Transceiver Module L7272.XX Serial No. None / Sample No.1,2,3(916.5MHz), Sample No.4,5,6(914.0MHz) L7272.01 / L7272.11 / L7272.21(916.5MHz) L7272.03 / L7272.13 / L7272.23 (914.0MHz) Variants Test Report : 04001928 Page 3 of 30 EUT : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/L7272.11/L7272.21 RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03/L7272.13/L7272.23 FCC ID: RW3RFS2 Issue date: 2004-03-29 m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Rottland 5a Vers. Datum:2002-12 D-51429 Bergisch Gladbach Tel. +49 2207-9689-0 Fax +49 2207 9689-20 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.dudde.com 0 Test result CFR Section Report Chapter Requirements headline Test result OK 15.203 10.1 Antenna Requirement pass fail n.a. 15.249 (a) 10.2 Field Strength Limits (Fundamental) pass fail n.a. 15.249(d) 15.209 10.2 Radiated Spurious Emissions pass fail n.a. 15.207 10.3 Conducted Emissions pass fail n.a. 15.215 (c) 10.4 20 dB Bandwidth pass fail n.a. Test requirements kept yes no . Signature Test Personnel ........................................ Ralf Trepper . Signature of the Company Official ......................................... Manfried Dudde Test Report : 04001928 Page 4 of 30 EUT : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.01/L7272.11/L7272.21 RFS Transceiver Module L7272.03/L7272.13/L7272.23 FCC ID: RW3RFS2 Issue date: 2004-03-29 m. dudde hochfrequenz-technik Rottland 5a Vers. Datum:2002-12 D-51429 Bergisch Gladbach Tel. +49 2207-9689-0 Fax +49 2207 9689-20 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.dudde.com List of contents Page 0 Test result............................................................................................................................................. 3 1 Testing laboratory................................................................................................................................5 2 Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 5 3 Product................................................................................................................................................. 6 4 Test schedule........................................................................................................................................ 6 5 Product and Measurement documentation......................................................................................... 7 6 Observations and comments................................................................................................................ 7 7 Summary.............................................................................................................................................. 7 8 Conclusions......................................................................................................................................... 8 9 Operation Description......................................................................................................................... 9 10.1 Antenna Requirement..................................................................................................................... 10 10.1.1 Regulation ...................................................................................................................................... 10 10.1.2 Result ............................................................................................................................................. 10 10.2 Radiated emissions......................................................................................................................... 11 10.2.1 Regulation ...................................................................................................................................... 11 10.2.2 Test equipment ............................................................................................................................... 13 10.2.2 Test procedures............................................................................................................................... 13 10.2.3 Calculation of field strengths limits .............................................................................…

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Annex No.3 Page 1 of 1 OCCUPIED BANDWITH PLOT L7272.21 L7272.11 L7272.01

Annex No.6 Page 1 of 3 Test Setup Photos : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.0X Annex No.6 Page 2 of 3 Test Setup Photos : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.1X Annex No.6 Page 3 of 3 Test Setup Photos : RFS Transceiver Module L7272.2X