SDBIDTB002Utility Meter Module

Sensus Metering Systems Inc.

Application Details

Equipment Class: PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter
Date of Grant: Sep 06, 2010
Application Purpose: Original Equipment
Date of Application: Sep 06, 2010
Equipment Note: Utility Meter Module
Frequency Range: 959.85000000 - 960.00000000
Company: Sensus Metering Systems Inc.
Country: United States

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Attestation Statements

400 Perimeter Park Drive T: 919-379-1951 Suite K F: 919-463-7706 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com 1 of 3 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Memorandum MemorandumMemorandum Memorandum Sensus OEMs: This memorandum serves as an additional agreement between Sensus and its OEMs stating that the OEMs will use the Sensus FlexNet module (See Appendix 1) in accordance with the FCC rules on modular approved devices. The Sensus FlexNet Transceiver is professionally installed inside various Sensus and third party meters (See Appendix 2). The module label will be located either on the side of the host meter or on the front of the host meter and will display both the FCC and IC IDs of the FlexNet module. 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 3 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Memorandum Disclosure MemorandumDisclosure Memorandum Disclosure Memorandum Appendix 1 Appendix 1Appendix 1 Appendix 1 3 of 3 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Memorandum Disclosure MemorandumDisclosure Memorandum Disclosure Memorandum Appendix 2 Appendix 2Appendix 2 Appendix 2

Cover Letter(s)

5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 January 19, 2010 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 To Whom It May Concern: The following application is submitted on behalf of our client Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. for evaluation of their model IDTB002 for Certification under CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, and Part 101. The IDTB002 is a stand-alone module consisting of a single printed circuit board which is designed to be integrated into specific host devices. The IDTB002 was tested in full to the requirements of the aforementioned rules and was found to be in compliance. Sincerely, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc.

Cover Letter(s)

400 Perimeter Park Drive T: 919-379-1951 Suite K F: 919-463-7706 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION Friday, January 8, 2010 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 iCon AS 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 iCon AS and FCC IDENTIFIER SDBIDTB002 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 iCon AS ONLY, and shall not be utilized for any other matters on the behalf of Sensus. Sincerely, Al Servais | EMC Compliance Technical Member 400 Perimeter Park Drive | Suite K | Morrisville, NC 27560 USA T: 919-379-1951 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com

Cover Letter(s)

400 Perimeter Park Drive T: 919-379-1951 Suite K F: 919-463-7706 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com Thursday May 13, 2010 Federal Communications Commission Authorization and Evaluation Division 1435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Subject: Confidentiality Request regarding application for certification of FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 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 09-0322 – Schematics.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Parts List 09-0322 – Parts List.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Theory Of Operation 09-0322 – Theory of Operation.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Manual 09-0322 – Manual.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Internal Photos 09-0322 – Internal Photos.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Tune-Up Procedure 09-0322 – Tune-up Procedure.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 400 Perimeter Park Drive | Suite K | Raleigh, NC 27560 USA T: 919-379-1951 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com

External Photos

ID Label/Location Info

RF Exposure Info

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 IC: 2220A-IDTB002 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Report Number: 09-0322-LD Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems Model: IDTB002 RF Exposure Model: IDTB002 FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 IC: 2220A-IDTB002 ACS Report: 09-0322-LD Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 General Information: Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. ACS Project: 09-0322-LD FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 Device Category: Mobile Environment: Uncontrolled/General Population Technical Information: Antenna Type: PCB Printed Monopole Antenna Gain: 0dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 30.78dBm Maximum System EIRP: 30.78dBm, 1.197 W Exposure Conditions: Greater than 20 centimeters 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) MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure 896.0187530.10.601023.2901.000 200.204 928.92530.440.621106.6201.000200.220 959.92530.780.641196.7401.000200.238 Power De nsity (mW/cm^2) Dista nce (cm) Transmit Frequency (MHz) Radio Power (dBm) Power De nsit y Limit (mW /Cm2) Radio Power (mW ) Antenna Gain (dBi) Antenna Gain (mW e q.) 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.

Test Report

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 IC: 2220A-IDTB002 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Report Number: 09-0322-LD Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems Model: IDTB002 Test Begin Date: September 25, 2009 Test End Date: October 1, 2009 Report Issue Date: January 11, 2010 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. Prepared by: Reviewed by: Sam Mendolia Wireless Certifications Engineer ACS, Inc. 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 54 pages ACS Report: 09-0322-LD Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Table of Content 1.0 GENERAL 3 1.1 Purpose 3 1.2 Product Description 3 1.3 Test Methodology 3 1.3.1 Test Configurations and Justification 3 1.3.2 In-Band Testing 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 Emissions Test Site Description 6 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site 6 2.3.2 Open Area Tests Site (OATS) 7 2.4 Conducted Emissions Test Site Description 8 3.0 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES 8 4.0 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT 9 5.0 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT 10 6.0 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP AND BLOCK DIAGRAM 10 7.0 SUMMARY OF TESTS 11 7.1 RF Power Output 11 7.1.1 Measurement Procedure 11 7.1.2 Measurement Results 11 7.2 Occupied Bandwidth (Emission Limits) - FCC Section 2.1049 12 7.2.1 Measurement Procedure 12 7.2.2 Measurement Results 12 7.3 Spurious Emissions at Antenna Terminals 37 7.3.1 Measurement Procedure 37 7.3.2 Measurement Results 37 7.4 Field Strength of Spurious Emissions 46 7.4.1 Measurement Procedure 46 7.4.2 Measurement Results 46 7.5 Frequency Stability 50 7.5.1 Measurement Procedure 50 7.5.2 Measurement Results 51 7.6 Radiated Emissions (Unintentional Radiators/Receiver) 54 7.6.1 Measurement Procedure 54 7.6.2 Measurement Results 54 8.0 CONCLUSION 54 Model: IDTB002 FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 IC: 2220A-IDTB002 ACS Report: 09-0322-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; and RSS 119 and 134 of Industry Canada’s Radio Standard Specifications. 1.2 Product Description The IDTB002 Sensus Integrated Flexnet Display Adv iCon is a printed circuit board that provides wireless communication capability to the Invensys iCon family of electric utility meters. The transceiver antenna is a printed monopole with a gain of 0 dBi. The device mounts into existing iCon meters and acts as the “Integrated Communications Device”. The device monitors meter reading and diagnostic information via an interface to the Sensus Sensor board. The device communicates via the Sensus 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 also contains an LCD display allowing on-site visual meter reading to be accomplished. Manufacturer Information: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. 400 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite K Morrisville, NC 27560 Test Sample Serial Numbers: ACS # 11 (RF conducted), ACS # 7 (radiated) Test Sample Condition: The test samples were provided in good working order with no visible defects. 1.3 Test Methodology 1.3.1 Test Configurations and Justification For RF conducted measurements, the EUT was modified with an external RF connector to the PCB. The EUT utilizes non-detachable antennas for normal operation but for RF conducted testing the antennas were disconnected and a 50-Ohm test cable soldered (with appropriate ground connection) to the PCB. The EUT operates at 2 possible power settings and 5 distinct modulation modes. The EUT was evaluated for all combinations of power settings and modulation modes and the worst case data provided in this report where applicable. Note: Modulations are limited to specific frequency bands and channel spacing as indicated in the data provided within this report (e.g. 9K60F2D emissions are excluded from Part 24 12.5kHz channels when operated in high power mode, 5K90F1D emissions are limited to the upper frequency within the pair). 1.3.2 In-Band Testing Methodology For testing in accordance with 47 CFR 2.1046-2.1057, OET/Lab recommends that the following be used to select test frequencies for licensed devices: Frequency range over which device operates Number of frequencies Location in the range of operation 1 MHz or less 1Middle 1 to 10 MHz 21 near top and 1 near bottom 10 to 100 MHz 3 1 near top, 1 near middle and 1 near bottom Model: IDTB002 FCC ID: SDBIDTB002 IC: 2220A-IDTB002 ACS Report: 09-0322-LD Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 The IDTB002 module is designed to operate in multiple bands under the requirements of CFR 47 Parts 24, 90, and 101. The following is a list of the frequency bands of operation sorted based on the FCC rule parts in which the band is associated. CFR Title 47 Rule Part Frequency Band of Operation (MHz) 24D 901.0 - 902.0 24D 930.0 - 931.0 24D 940.0 - 941.0 90 896.01875 - 901.0* 90 935.0 - 940.0 101 928.85 - 929.0 101 932.0 - 932.5 101 941.0 - 941.5 101 959.85 - 960.0 Based on the requirements set forth in accordance 47 CFR 2.1046-2.1057 as stated above, the methodology in selecting the places to test in the available bands of operation is outlined in the following table. CFR Title 47 Rule Part Frequency Band of Operation (MHz) Location in the Range of Operation …

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Test Setup Photos

Contact Information

Applicant

Ray Britt(Senior Director, Global System Test)

[email protected]919-665-7878Fax: 919-317-6210

Test Firm

Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc.Sam Wismer

[email protected]770-831-8048Fax: 770-831-8598

Technical Specifications

#	Rule Parts	Frequency Range	Power Output	Emission	Tolerance
13	101C	959.85 MHz - 960 MHz	1 W	5K90F1D	1.5 ppm

Modular Type

Single Modular Approval

Confidentiality

Long Term

Grant Notes

Modular Approval. Power listed is conducted. This Modular Approval is limited to installation for mobile and fixed applications only. This grant is valid only when the device is installed by the grantee or contractors employed by the grantee who are instructed to ensure that the end-user has no manual instructions to remove or install the device. The transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Installers and end-users must be provided with transmitter operation conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.