SDBFMT450Remote Module Interrogation Device

Reliability and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION Thursday July 5, 2012 To whom it may concern: I hereby appoint Sam Wismer of Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc. to act as our agent in the preparation of an application for equipment authorization of the FMT450 to the FCC Rules and Regulations. I certify that all exhibits contained within this filing properly describe the device or system for which authorization is sought. I further certify that appropriate arrangements have been made to assure that production units of this equipment bearing the name FMT450 and FCC IDENTIFIER SDBFMT450 listed in this application will continue to comply with the Commission's requirements. I further certify by signature below that no party (per 47 CFR 1.2002(b)) to the application is subject to a denial of Federal benefits, including FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 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 application as an authorized agent. This authorization is valid for FMT450 ONLY, and shall not be utilized for any other matters on the behalf of Sensus. Sincerely, Al Servais | Reliability and Compliance Program Manager 639 Davis Drive | Morrisville, NC 27560 USA T: 919-317-6351 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com

Reliability and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com Thursday, July 5, 2012 Federal Communications Commission Authorization and Evaluation Division 1435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Subject: Confidentiality Request regarding application for certification of FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Pursuant to Sections 0.457 and 0.459 of the Commission’s Rules, we hereby request confidential treatment of information accompanying this application as outlined below: Exhibit Type File Name Justification Schematic 12-2073 - Schematics.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Parts List 12-2073 - BOM_Parts List.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Theory Of Operation 12-2073 - Theory of Operation.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Manual 12-2073 - User Manual.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Internal Photos 12-2073 - Internal Photos.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Tune-Up Procedure 12-2073 - Tune-Up Procedure.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Block Diagram 12-2073 - Block Diagram.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Confidentiality of the Internal Photos is being requested because this is a non-consumer device which is not accessible by the general public and is only serviceable by the applicant or designated technicians. The Manual is technical and is not provided to the consumer because the consumer cannot service or install the device. Therefore confidentiality of the Manual is also requested. The above materials contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public. The public disclosure of these materials may be harmful to the applicant and provide unjustified benefits to its competitors. The product covered by this Confidentiality Request is not sold to any OEM and is only installed in Sensus Products by Sensus Employees or Contractors. The applicant understands that pursuant to Section 0.457 of the Rules, disclosure of this application and all accompanying documentation will not be made before the date of the Grant for this application. Sincerely, Al Servais | Reliability and Compliance Program Manager 639 Davis Drive | Morrisville, NC 27560 USA T: 919-317-6351 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com

Relaibility and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com 1 of 2 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Memorandum MemorandumMemorandum Memorandum July 23, 2012 Sensus OEMs: This memorandum serves as an additional agreement between Sensus and its OEMs stating that the OEMs will use the Sensus FMT450 (See Appendix 1) in accordance with the FCC rules for approved devices. The Sensus FMT450 Transceiver is for professional use only. The compliance label will be located in a visible area on the transceiver rear cover and will display all necessary and pertinent information about the product. Confidentiality of the internal photos and the technical manual is being requested because this is a non-consumer device which is not accessible by the general public, professionally installed, and is only serviceable by Sensus, or designated technicians. Please feel free to contact me directly should there be any questions regarding this matter. Respectfully, Al Servais | Reliability and Compliance Program Manager 400 Perimeter Park | Suite K | Morrisville, NC 27560 USA T: 919-379-1951 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com 2 of 2 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Memorandum Disclosure MemorandumDisclosure Memorandum Disclosure Memorandum Appendix 1 Appendix 1Appendix 1 Appendix 1

5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 August 6, 2012 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: SDBFMT450 To Whom It May Concern: The following application is submitted on behalf of our client, Sensus Metering Systems, Inc., for evaluation of their model FMT450 for certification under FCC Part 90 Subpart I. The purpose of this application to approve the model FMT450 (FCC ID: SDBFMT450) wireless transceiver. The FCC ID: SDBFMT450 was evaluated in accordance to WT Docket No. 11-56, DA 11-1316 which waives 90.203(j) from the test requirements. The FCC ID: SDBFMT450 was found to be in compliance with the test requirements. The model FMT450 was also evaluated for Declaration of Conformity as a PC peripheral and was found to be compliant. Sincerely, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc.

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBFMT450 FCC Rule Part: Part 90 Subpart I ACS Project: 12-2073 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: FMT450 External Photos Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 1: Top View ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 2: Bottom View ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 3: Left Side View ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 4: Right Side View ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 5 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 5: Front View ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 6 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 6: Rear View ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 7

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBFMT450 FCC Rule Part: Part 90 Subpart I ACS Project: 12-2073 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: FMT450 Label Information Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 1: Label Information ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 Figure 2: Label Information and Location ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBFMT450 FCC Rule Part: Part 90 Subpart I ACS Project Number: 12-2073 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: FMT450 RF Exposure Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 General Information: Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. ACS Project: 12-2073 Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Technical Information: Antenna Type: PCB Dipole Antenna Gain: -4 dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 20.49 dBm Maximum System EIRP: 16.49 dBm, 44.566 mW Exposure Conditions: Greater than 20 centimeters MPE Calculation The Power Density (mW/cm 2 ) is calculated as follows: S = 2 4R PG π 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) 451.037519.840.3096.38-40.398 200.008 457.412520.180.30104.23-40.398 200.008 463.787520.490.31111.94-40.398 200.009 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.) Installation Guidelines The installation manual should contain text similar to the following advising how to install the equipment to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirements: 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. ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SDBFMT450 FCC Rule Part: Part 90 Subpart I ACS Report Number: 12-2073.W03.1B Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: FMT450 Test Begin Date: June 15, 2012 Test End Date: June 28, 2012 Report Issue Date: August 8, 2012 For The Scope of Accreditation Under Certificate Number AT-1533 For The Scope of Accreditation Under Lab Code 200612-0 This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by ACLASS, NVLAP, ANSI, or any agency of the Federal Government. Project Manager: Reviewed by: Thierry Jean-Charles Kirby Munroe EMC Engineer Director, Wireless Certifications Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc. Advanced Compliance Solutions, 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 29 pages ACS Report: 12-2073.W03.1B Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 of 29 Table of Content 1.0 GENERAL----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3 1.1 PURPOSE---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3 1.2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3 1.3 TEST METHODOLOGY-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3 1.4 EMISSION DESIGNATORS---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4 2.0 TEST FACILITIES-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5 2.1 LOCATION---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5 2.2 LABORATORY ACCREDITATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/CERTIFICATIONS-------------------------------------------------5 2.3 RADIATED & CONDUCTED EMISSIONS TEST SITE DESCRIPTION-----------------------------------------------------6 3.0 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES--------------------------------------------------------------------------7 4.0 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 5.0 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9 6.0 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP AND BLOCK DIAGRAM--------------------------------------------------9 7.0 SUMMARY OF TESTS--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 7.1 RF POWER OUTPUT------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10 7.2 OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH (EMISSION LIMITS)--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 7.3 SPURIOUS EMISSIONS AT ANTENNA TERMINALS--------------------------------------------------------------------- 19 7.4 FIELD STRENGTH OF SPURIOUS EMISSIONS-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 7.5 FREQUENCY STABILITY--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24 7.6 TRANSIENT FREQUENCY BEHAVIOR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 28 8.0 CONCLUSION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29 Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 ACS Report: 12-2073.W03.1B Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 of 29 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this report is to demonstrate compliance with Part 2 Subpart J, and Part 90 Subpart I of the FCC’s Code of Federal Regulations. 1.2 Product Description The FMT450 is a transceiver operating from 451 MHz - 464 MHz. The Sensus FlexNet Micro- Transceivers (FMTs) are compatible devices for use within the Sensus FlexNet System, a 2-way fixed AMR network where RF modules communicate directly to Tower Gateway Base Stations (TGBs) or other FlexNet SmartPoint modules. The FMTs are used in conjunction with the Sensus Buddy Monitor software to remotely communicate to FlexNet SmartPoint devices and send setup or status commands to the SmartPoint devices. The FMTs can also be integrated with other devices using the appropriate Serial Protocols. There are no additional installation requirements to setup the devices to use on the Sensus FlexNet system. The USB Micro-Transceiver connects to a PC or other USB 2.0 host (Master) device using a regular USB receptacle connector. The FMT operates in slave (peripheral) mode. Manufacturer Information: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. 639 Davis Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Test Sample Serial Numbers: 1709, 1718 and 1723 Test Sample Condition: The unit was in good operating conditions with no physical damages. 1.3 Test Methodology 1.3.1 Configurations and Justification The FMT450 was tested in accordance to WT Docket No. 11-56, DA 11-1316 which waives 47 CFR 90.203(j) from the test requirements. The FMT450 was qualified with a Rakon Limited IVT3210CE 30.0 MHz TCXO. For the RF conducted measurements, the EUT was modified with a temporary RF connector at the antenna port. The FMT450 provides multiple modulations formats/modes all of which were evaluated and the worst case data are presented were applicable. The evaluation for unintentional emissions is documented separately in a Declaration of Conformity (DOC) report. Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 ACS Report: 12-2073.W03.1B Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 of 29 1.3.2 In-Band Testing Methodology The EUT band of operation is provided in the table below. CFR Title 47 Rule Part Frequency Band of Operation (MHz) 90 451.0375 – 463.7875 Based on the …

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3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBFMT450 FCC Rule Part: Part 90 Subpart I ACS Project: 12-2073 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: FMT450 Test Setup Photos Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions – Front View Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 Figure 2: Radiated Emissions – Back View Model: FMT450 FCC ID: SDBFMT450 ACS Project: 12-2073 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 Figure 3: RF Conducted Emissions