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5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Transmitter Certification FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 User Manual AMDS iCon AMR Electric Meter Installation Guidelines Draft Copy INTRODUCTION: The following document briefly describes the installation of a Sensus AMDS iCon Transceiver equipped power meter. The scope of the document is to describe how to program the meter after proper installation by trained utility company technicians or licensed electricians. THIS METER IS ONLY TO BE INSTALLED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL! PROCEDURE: Confirm that the meter has been installed by a qualified entity or individual. Turn on the hand-held meter-programming device. (Either the Palm “Zire” or customized programming device supplied by utility). Select “Program Electric Meter” when prompted by the meter-programming device. Using the wand attached to the meter-programming device, read the bar code on the front of the power meter (see figure 1 for location). Pass the wand from left to right over the bar code. A successful read will result in a short beep sound being generated from the meter-programming device. After a successful bar code read (i.e. the meter-programming device beeped) the meter-programming device will prompt the operator to “program device with magnetic loop”. The magnetic loop is in the wand attached to the meter- programming device also. Looking directly at the meter, and mentally superimposing the hands of a clock on the meter face for reference, place the meter-programming wand at the 3:00 position of the meter face, on the side of the plastic meter cover, touching the plastic meter cover with the wand. (See photograph below). Select “Program” on the meter-programming device display. The meter- programming device will again beep when the meter has been programmed. Contact your supervisor for confirmation of meter operation. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION: FCC: NOTE: 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 of relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet or circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by AMDS LLC could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Industry Canada: This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. 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. Cet appareillage numérique de la classe B répond à toutes les exigences de l'interférence canadienne causant des règlements d'équipement. L'opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer l'interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n'importe quelle interférence reçue, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer l'opération peu désirée. RF Exposure: In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency fields, the radiating element shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm. Photograph showing bar code position and 3:00 position for programming wand placement on meter.
Federal Communications Commission Dec 15, 2005 Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen: AMDS LLC respectfully requests confidentiality of certain materials provided with the submission of the IDTB001 under FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 in accordance with FCC Regulations 0.459. The confidentiality request applies to the following: • Schematics • Bill Of Materials • Theory of Operations • System Block Diagram • Tune-up Procedure • Any other documents marked “confidential” on the documents themselves. The IDTB001 has been developed at considerable effort and expense by AMDS LLC. These items are considered as Trade Secrets and therefore public access to the proprietary material could possibly result in duplication of equipment that could severely damage the company’s business advantage. I appreciate your assistance in this matter. Sincerely, Name: Robert J. Davis_____________ Signature:_______________________________ Title:__Principal RF Engineer ________ Date:__12/15/2005_________________________ ADVANCED METERING DATA SYSTEMS, LLC 2021 LAKESHORE DRIVE, SUITE 414 NEW ORLEANS, LA 70122 504 304 2502 PHONE 504 304 2432 FAX
5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Transmitter Certification FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 External Photographs Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: External Photographs – Front Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: External Photographs – Side Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: External Photographs – Back
5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Transmitter Certification FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 Label Information Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 LABEL TEXT: LABEL PLACEMENT: FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 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. IC ID: 5733A-IDTB1 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Transmitter Certification FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 Internal Photographs Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: Internal Photographs – Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver Board (IDTB) -Front Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: Internal Photographs – Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver Board (IDTB) -Front Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: Internal Photographs – Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver Board (IDTB) - Back
5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Transmitter Certification FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 RF Exposure Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 General Information: Applicant: ADVANCED METERING DATA SYSTEMS, LLC ACS Project: 06-0011 FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 Device Category: Mobile Environment: Uncontrolled/General Population Technical Information: Antenna Type: PCB Antenna Gain: 0dBi Max Transmitter Output Power: 30.6 dBm Max System EIRP: 30.6 dBm Operating Configuration: Fixed Mounted to a Wall Exposure Conditions: Greater than 20cm 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) Calculations were performed at low and high channels within the band of operation. MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure 896.012530.50.601122.0201.000 200.223 959.9312530.40.641096.4801.000200.218 Power De nsity (mW/cm^2) Dista nce (cm) Transmit Frequenc y (MHz) Radio Power (dBm) Power De nsity Limit (mW/Cm2) Radio Power (mW) Antenna Gain (dBi) Antenna Gain (mW eq.) Installation Guidelines The installation manual contains the following text advising how to install the equipment to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirements: “RF Exposure (Intentional Radiators Only) In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency fields, the radiating element shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm.” 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 Transmitter Certification Test Report FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 Test Begin Date: January 18, 2006 Test End Date: January 19, 2006 Report Issue Date: January 25, 2006 FOR THE SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION UNDER LAB Code 200612 Prepared by: Reviewed by: J. Kirby Munroe Manager Wireless Certifications ACS, Inc. R. Sam Wismer Engineering Manager 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 34 pages ACS Report: 06-0011-LD Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Table of Contents 1.0 General 3 1.1 Purpose 3 1.2 Product Description 3 1.3 Emission Designators 3 2.0 Test Facilities 4 2.1 Location 4 2.2 Laboratory Accreditations/Recognitions/Certifications 4 2.3 Radiated Emissions Test Site Description 4 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site 4 2.3.2 Open Area Tests Site (OATS) 5 2.4 Conducted Emissions Test Site Description 6 3.0 Applicable Standards and References 7 4.0 List of Test Equipment 8 5.0 Support Equipment 9 6.0 EUT Setup and Block Diagram 9 7.0 Summary of Tests 10 7.1 RF Power Output 10 7.1.1 Measurement Procedure 10 7.1.2 Measurement Results 10 7.2 Occupied Bandwidth (Emission Limits) 15 7.2.1 Measurement Procedure 15 7.2.2 Measurement Results 15 7.3 Spurious Emissions at Antenna Terminals 24 7.3.1 Measurement Procedure 24 7.3.2 Measurement Results 24 7.4 Field Strength of Spurious Emissions 27 7.4.1 Measurement Procedure 27 7.4.2 Measurement Results 27 7.5 Frequency Stability 29 7.5.1 Measurement Procedure 29 7.5.2 Measurement Results 29 7.6 Radiated Emissions (Unintentional Radiators) 31 7.6.1 Measurement Procedure 31 7.6.2 Measurement Results 31 7.7 Power Line Conducted Emissions 32 7.7.1 Measurement Procedure 32 7.7.2 Measurement Results 32 Additional Exhibits Included In Filing Internal Photographs External Photographs Test Setup Photographs Product Labeling RF Exposure – MPE Calculations Installation/Users Guide System Block Diagram Theory of Operation Parts List Schematics Tune-up Procedure Model: IDTB001 FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 ACS Report: 06-0011-LD Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this report is to demonstrate compliance with Part 2 Subpart J, Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, and Part 101 Subpart C of the FCC’s Code of Federal Regulations. 1.2 Product Description The Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver (IDTB) is a printed circuit board that provides wireless communication capability to the Sensus iCon family of electric utility meters. The device mounts into existing iCon meters and acts as the “Integrated Communications Device” as specified in Invensys document MM-2056-B Draft 2 dated 1/24/2003. The device monitors meter reading and diagnostic information via an interface to the Sensus Sensor board, which is also housed and operational in the included equipment. The IDTB communicates via the AMDS fixed wireless telemetry network to provide electric meter readings and diagnostic data from the meter to the utility provider via a two-way radio link. The device utilizes a printed circuit board antenna that is integral to the IDTB circuit board. The Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver (IDTB) operates on 901-902 MHz, 930-931 MHz, and 940-941 MHz in accordance to Part 24 Narrowband PCS; on 896-901 MHz and 935-940 MHz in accordance to Part 90; and on 928.85-929 MHz, 932-932.5 MHz, 941-941.5 MHz, and 959.85-960 MHz in accordance to Part 101. Detailed photographs of the EUT are filed separately with this filing. 1.3 Emission Designators The Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver produces four distinct modulation formats. The necessary bandwidth calculations for these formats may be found in a separate document. The emissions designators for the four modulation types used by the Sensus AMDS Integrated Display Transceiver are as follows: EMISSIONS DESIGNATORS: Normal Mode: 9K60F2D Half-Baudrate Mode: 4K80F2D Boost Mode: 1K10F2D MPass Mode: 5K90F1D Model: IDTB001 FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 ACS Report: 06-0011-LD Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 2.0 TEST FACILITIES 2.1 Location The radiated and conducted emissions test sites are located at the following address: Advanced Compliance Solutions 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Phone: (770) 831-8048 Fax: (770) 831-8598 2.2 Laboratory Accreditations/Recognitions/Certifications The Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site, Open Area Test Site (OATS) and Conducted Emissions Site have been fully described, submitted to, and accepted by the FCC, Industry Canada and the Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference by information technology equipment. In addition, ACS is compliant to ISO 17025 as certified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology under their National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program. The following certification numbers have been issued in recognition of these accreditations and certifications: FCC Registration Number: 89450 Industry Canada Lab Code: IC 4175 VCCI Member Number: 1831 VCCI OATS Registration Number R-1526 VCCI Conducted Emissions Site Registration Number: C-1608 NVLAP Lab Code: 200612 2.3 Radiated Emissions Test Site Description 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site The Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site consists of a 20’ x 30’ x 18’ shielded enclosure. The chamber is lined with Toyo Ferrite Grid Absorber, model number FFG-1000. The ferrite tile grid is 101 x 101 x 19mm thick and weighs approximately 550 grams. These tiles are mounted on steel panels and installed directly on the inner wal…
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5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Transmitter Certification FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C ACS Report Number: 06-0011-LD Manufacturer: Advanced Metering Data Systems, LLC Equipment Type: Electricity Meter Transmitter Trade Name: Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Model: IDTB001 Test Setup Photographs Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: Spurious Emissions – Transmitter Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: Spurious Emissions – Transmitter Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: Radiated Emissions – Unintentional Model: IDTB001 Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SDBIDTB001 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 4: AC Power line Conducted Emissions
| # | Rule Parts | Frequency Range | Power Output | Emission | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 101C | 959.85 MHz - 960 MHz | 1 W | 5K90F1D | 1.5 ppm |

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