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SDBIDTB003Remote Telemetry Device

Sensus Metering Systems Inc.

Application Details

Equipment Class
PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter
Date of Grant
Feb 07, 2012
Application Purpose
Original Equipment
Date of Application
Feb 07, 2012
Equipment Note
Remote Telemetry Device
Frequency Range
959.85000000 - 960.00000000
Company
Sensus Metering Systems Inc.
Country
United States

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Cover Letter(s)

T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION Tuesday January 17, 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 IDTB003 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 IDTB003 and FCC IDENTIFIER SDBIDTB003 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 IDTB003 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 Phone: 919-317-6351 | Mobile: 919-208-8983| [email protected] | www.sensus.com

Cover Letter(s)

Relaibility and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com Tuesday January 17, 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: SDBIDTB003 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 11-2107 – Schematics.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Parts List 11-2107 – BOM_Parts List.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Theory of Operation 11-2107 – Theory of Operation.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Manual 11-2107 – User Manual.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Internal Photos 11-2107 – Internal Photos.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Tune-Up Procedure 11-2107 – Tune-up Procedure.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Block Diagram 11-2107 – Block Diagram 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 may or may not be 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 Phone: 919-317-6351 | Fax: 919-3176210 [email protected] | www.sensus.com 1 of 1

Cover Letter(s)

5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 February 8, 2012 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 To Whom It May Concern: The following application is submitted on behalf of our client, Sensus Metering Systems, Inc., for evaluation of their model IDTB003 for certification under FCC Part 24 Subpart D and Part 101 Subpart C. The IDTB003 is a stand-alone module consisting of a single printed circuit board which is designed to be integrated into specific host devices. The IDTB003 monitors meter reading and diagnostic information. The device communicates via the Sensus USA Inc. 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 IDTB003 was tested in full to the requirements of the aforementioned rules and was found to be in compliance. Even though some exhibits refer to a Zigbee module, the IDTB003 is not co-located with this module for this filing. In the future, the IDTB003 will be co-located with the Zigbee module and a C2PC will be filed at that time. Sincerely, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc.

Cover Letter(s)

Relaibility and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com 1 of 1 MODULAR APPROVAL REQUEST FORM 1/31/2012 Subject: Modular Approval Requirements for FCC certification for Sensus IDTB003 Product. Reference: FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 Dear Application Examiner, Sensus IDTB003 Product is seeking modular approval for FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 This document is to attest that the radio bearing the FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 meets the requirements for a modular approval as detailed in the FCC public notice DA00-1407. Compliance to each requirement is described below: 1. The modular transmitter has its own RF shielding. 2. The modular transmitter has buffered modulation/data inputs. 3. The modular transmitter has its own power supply regulation. 4. The modular transmitter complies with the antenna requirements of Section 15.203 and 15.204(c). (The antenna must either be permanently attached or employ a “unique” antenna coupler (at all connections between the module and the antenna, including the cable). 5. The modular transmitter has been tested in a stand-alone configuration, 6. The modular transmitter is labeled with its own FCC ID number. 7. The modular transmitter complies with any specific rule or operating requirements applicable to the transmitter and the manufacturer must provide adequate instructions along with the module to explain any such requirements. 8. The modular transmitter complies with applicable RF exposure requirements. Sincerely, Al Servais | Reliability and Compliance Program Manager 639 Davis Drive | Morrisville, NC 27560 USA Phone: 919-317-6351 | Fax: 919-3176210 [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 1 of 3 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Memorandum MemorandumMemorandum Memorandum January 17, 2012 Sensus OEMs: This memorandum serves as an additional agreement between Sensus and its OEMs stating that the OEMs will use the Sensus IDTB003 module (See Appendix 1) in accordance with the FCC rules on modular approved devices. The Sensus FlexNet Transceiver is professionally installed within various Sensus host devices (See Appendix 2). The module label will be located in a visible area on the host and will display all necessary and pertinent information about the modular device. 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. The modular device lies beneath multiple layers of poly carbonate that are mounted a steel meter pan and the device is either collar locked or ring locked according to the utility process for security of metering devices. The assembly hardware is sealed with looping wire that is crimped and sealed. These mechanisms along with the alarm features make it near impossible for any person to try and make contact with the modular device. 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 Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Memorandum MemorandumMemorandum Memorandum Appendix 2 Appendix 2Appendix 2 Appendix 2

External Photos

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Project: 11-2107 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: IDTB003 External Photos Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 The IDTB003 is a modular device in which internal photos have been held confidential. There are no associated external photographs considering the modular classification. ACS Project: 11-2107 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2

ID Label/Location Info

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Project: 11-2107 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: IDTB003 Label Information SAMPLE LOCATION of iCONAS CR LABEL FIGURE 1: Sample Lable. FIGURE 2: Label Location on Capacitor. FIGURE 3: Sample Host Label REVISIONS ProE DESIGN TITLE DWG. NO. BYCHK'D.APPD. SCALEDATE 805 Liberty Blvd. DuBois, PA 15801 MACHINE SURFACE UNLESS NOTED. THICKNESS OF CASTINGS OR FORGINGS IS ±.06 FOR EACH ONE INCH OF SECTION. MOULDING DRAFTS 2°. CHAMFER ALL THREADS 45° ONE THREAD DEEP. REMOVE BURRS AND BREAK SHARP CORNERS. REF. ANSI Y14.5M 1994. 1.50 MAX .75 MAX PART NO.NAME AND MATERIAL ITEM NO. 70005-086-23001FlexNet Label, PC BOARD FCC I.D., APX1 70022-086-00001FlexNet Label, PC BOARD FCC I.D., ICON-AS2 70026-086-00003FlexNet Label, ZIGBEE IN-LINE PCBA, RD3 70026-086-00004FlexNet Label, ZIGBEE DAUGHTER PCBA, NON-RD4 70022-086-00003 FlexNet Label, PC BOARD FCC I.D., ICON-AS, RE 5 PART NUMBERFCC IDIC IDModel 70005-086-23001SDB APXCVR012220A-APXCVR01 70022-086-00001SDBIDTB0022220A-IDTB002IDTB002 70026-086-00003SDBZIGMOD102220A-ZIGMOD10ZIGMOD10 70026-086-00004SDBZIGMOD202220A-ZIGMOD20ZIGMOD20 70022-086-00003SDBIDTB0032220A-IDTB003IDTB003 DRAWING/LABEL REVISION CROSS REFERENCE DRAWING REVLABEL REV 1412 1515 1616 1717 SOLID BLACK TEXT SEE SHEET 1 FOR REVISIONS 15 DECIMAL TOL. 2 PLACE DEC. ±.01 3 PLACE DEC. ±.003 2:1 D-43608-C 06/28/05 Icon Meter Label, FlexNet, FCC, 2-WAY CN-12873 SEE SHEET 1 FOR LABEL MATERIAL SHEET 2 OF 5 OUTLINE IDENTIFIES LABEL EDGE. DO NOT PRINT 12 SEE TABLE FOR REVISION NUMBER This reproduction is a confidential disclosure loaned subject to the conditions that it or any information contained therein will not be used in any way detrimental to our interests and that all copies will be returned immediately on demand. 15 15 15 16 16 16 16 16 17 17 17

RF Exposure Info

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Project Number: 11-2107 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: IDTB003 RF Exposure Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC:2220A-IDTB003 ACS Project: 11-2107 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 General Information: Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. ACS Project: 11-2107 Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Technical Information: Antenna Type: Printed Monopole Antenna Gain: 0 dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 31.51 dBm Maximum System EIRP: 31.51 dBm, 1415.79 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) MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure* 901.531.510.601415.7901.000 200.282 Power Densit y (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.

Test Report

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Report Number: 11-2107.W06.11.A Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: IDTB003 Test Begin Date: November 16, 2011 Test End Date: November 21, 2011 Report Issue Date: November 28, 2011 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 43 pages ACS Report: 11-2107.W06.11.A Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 of 43 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--------------------------------------------------------------------------8 4.0 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9 6.0 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP AND BLOCK DIAGRAM------------------------------------------------ 10 7.0 SUMMARY OF TESTS--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 7.1 RF POWER OUTPUT------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11 7.2 OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH (EMISSION LIMITS)--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 7.3 SPURIOUS EMISSIONS AT ANTENNA TERMINALS--------------------------------------------------------------------- 28 7.4 FIELD STRENGTH OF SPURIOUS EMISSIONS-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 35 7.5 FREQUENCY STABILITY--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 39 8.0 CONCLUSION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43 Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC:2220A-IDTB003 ACS Report: 11-2107.W06.11.A Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 of 43 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this report is to demonstrate compliance with Part 2 Subpart J, Part 24 Subpart D and Part 101 Subpart C of the FCC’s Code of Federal Regulations, and Industry Canada Radio Standards Specifications RSS-119 and RSS-134. 1.2 Product Description The Sensus Integrated Display Transceiver Board (IDTB003) is a 900 MHz Wireless module that mounts into the Sensus iCon electric meter. The device acts as the “Integrated Communications Device”. The IDTB003 provides the RF functionality for the meter and contains the meter display circuitry. The IDTB003 monitors meter reading and diagnostic information via an SPI serial interface supplied by the Sensus Sensor Board. Interconnection between the two boards is accomplished using a multi- conductor flexible cable. The device communicates via the Sensus USA Inc. 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. Manufacturer Information: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. 639 Davis Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Test Sample Serial Numbers: TB04, TB05 and TB06 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 IDTB003 was evaluated for radiated emissions and RF conducted measurements. The radiated emissions investigation was performed up to the 10th harmonic with the EUT standalone while set in the orientation of typical operation. A unit with a temporary SMA connector was provided for the RF evaluation at the antenna port. The evaluation for unintentional emission is documented separately in a verification report. Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC:2220A-IDTB003 ACS Report: 11-2107.W06.11.A Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 of 43 1.3.2 In-Band Testing Methodology The EUT is designed to operate in multiple bands under the requirements of CFR 47 Parts 24 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 - 941.0 101 928.85 - 929.0 101 932.0 - 932.5 101 941.0 - 941.5 101 959.85 - 960.0 Based on the requirement…

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Test Setup Photos

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Project: 11-2107 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: IDTB003 Test Set Up Photos Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 ACS Project: 11-2107 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions – Front View Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 ACS Project: 11-2107 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 Figure 2: Radiated Emissions – Back View Model: IDTB003 FCC ID: SDBIDTB003 IC: 2220A-IDTB003 ACS Project: 11-2107 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 Figure 3: RF Conducted Emissions

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]561-961-5585

Technical Specifications

#Rule PartsFrequency RangePower OutputEmissionTolerance
14101C959.85 MHz - 960 MHz1.4 W11K8F1D1.5 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.

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