SDBLGZ1000Flexnet L+G Focus transceiver with Zigbee

Reliability 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 March 15, 2012 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 endpoints. The module label will be located either on the side of the host endpoint 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 639 Davis Drive | Morrisville, NC 27560 USA T: 919-317-6351 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com 2 of 2 Sensus Non Sensus NonSensus Non Sensus Non- -- -Disclosure Me Disclosure MeDisclosure Me Disclosure Memorandum morandummorandum morandum Appendix 1 Appendix 1Appendix 1 Appendix 1 Sensus 560 Xz Modular Device Sensus FCC/IC Label Placement Area Top View

Reliability and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION Wednesday, March 14, 2012 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 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 560 Xz 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 560 Xz and FCC IDENTIFIER SDBLGZ1000 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 560 Xz 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 MODULAR APPROVAL REQUEST FORM 3/15/2012 Subject: Modular Approval Requirements for FCC certification for Sensus 560 Xz Product. Reference: FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 Dear Application Examiner, Sensus 560 Xz Product is seeking modular approval for FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 This document is to attest that the radio bearing the FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 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 any applicable RF exposure requirements. 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

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C, 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-119, RSS-134, RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 10-0444 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: 560 Xz External Photos Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Project: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 The 560 Xz is a modular device in which internal photos have been held confidential. There are no associated external photographs considering the modular classification.

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C, 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-119, RSS-134, RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 10-0444 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: 560 Xz Label Information Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Project: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 Figure 1: Sample Label Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Project: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 3 Figure 2: Label Placement

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 FCC Rule Part: 15.247, CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210, RSS-119, RSS-134 ACS Project Number: 10-0444 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc Model: 560 Xz RF Exposure Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Project: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 General Information: Applicant:Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. ACS Project:10-0444 Device Category:Mobile Environment:General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Technical Information for Flexnet Radio: Antenna Type: Printed Monopole antenna Antenna Gain: 0 dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 30.13 dBm Maximum System EIRP: 30.13 dBm, 1030.39 mW Exposure Conditions: Greater than 20 centimeters Technical Information for Zigbee Radio: Antenna Type: Meandered F, PCB antenna Antenna Gain: -6 dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 21.17 dBm, 130.9 mW Maximum System EIRP: 15.17 dBm, 32.9 mW 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) Table 1: Flexnet Radio MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure* 959.9562530.130.641030.3901.000 200.205 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.) Table 2: Zigbee Radio MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure* 248021.171.00130.92-60.251 200.007 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.) Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Project: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 3 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.

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 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: 10-0444.W06.1A Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: 560 Xz Test Begin Date: February 10, 2011 Test End Date: February 24, 2011 Report Issue Date: May 23, 2012 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 NVLAP, NIST, or any agency of the Federal Government. Reviewed by: 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 43 pages ACS Report: 10-0444.W06.1AAdvanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 Table of Contents 1.0GENERAL3 1.1Purpose3 1.2Product Description3 1.3Test Methodology3 1.3.1Test Configurations and Justification3 1.3.2In-Band Testing Methodology3 1.4Emission Designators4 2.0TEST FACILITIES5 2.1Location5 2.2Laboratory Accreditations/Recognitions/Certifications5 2.3Radiated Emissions Test Site Description6 2.3.1Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site6 2.3.2Open Area Tests Site (OATS)7 3.0APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES8 4.0LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT8 5.0SUPPORT EQUIPMENT9 6.0EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP AND BLOCK DIAGRAM9 7.0SUMMARY OF TESTS10 7.1RF Power Output10 7.1.1Measurement Procedure10 7.1.2Measurement Results10 7.2Occupied Bandwidth (Emission Limits)15 7.2.1Measurement Procedure15 7.2.2Measurement Results15 7.3Spurious Emissions at Antenna Terminals29 7.3.1Measurement Procedure29 7.3.2Measurement Results29 7.4Field Strength of Spurious Emissions37 7.4.1Measurement Procedure37 7.4.2Measurement Results38 7.5Frequency Stability40 7.5.1Measurement Procedure40 7.5.2Measurement Results40 8.0CONCLUSION42 Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Report: 10-0444.W06.1AAdvanced Compliance SolutionsPage 3 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this report is to demonstrate compliance with CFR 47 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 560 Xz is a printed circuit board that can be installed within a Landis and Gyr (L+G) electric meter to facilitate wireless communication capability between the meter and a back-end system. The radio can also form a ZigBee home area network (HAN). The combination of the two radios provides a utility with the means to communicate between a back-end system and individual devices (e.g. in-premise display) on the Han. Manufacturer Information: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. 639 Davis Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Test Sample Serial Numbers: 1169 (Radiated Emissions), 1182 (RF Conducted) Test Sample Condition: The test samples were provided in good working order with no visible defects. 1.3 Test Methodology 1.3.1Test Configurations and Justification The 560 Xz is a module designed to be integrated into a host device therefore testing was performed on the module in a stand-alone configuration. For RF conducted measurements, the 560 Xz was modified with an external RF connector to the PCB. The 560 Xz utilizes non-detachable antennas for normal operation but for RF conducted testing the antennas were disconnected and a 50-Ohm test cable soldered (with the appropriate ground connection) to the PCB. The 560 Xz contains multiple transceivers which can operate simultaneously, the Flexnet transceiver and the Zigbee transceiver. These transceivers do not share the same antenna therefore only radiated inter- modulation products were evaluated. Radiated inter-modulation products were compliant. This report only addresses the Flexnet (i.e. licensed) radio section which operates under FCC Part 24, 90, and 101 as well as IC RSS-119 and RSS-134. The 2.4 GHz Zigbee operation under FCC Part 15.247 and IC RSS-210 is addressed in ACS report 11-2093.W06.1A. This separate report also addresses the AC power line conducted emissions testing that was performed on the module while installed into a typical host device. 1.3.2In-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 less1Middle 1 to 10 MHz21 near top and 1 near bottom 10 to 100 MHz31 near top, 1 near middle and 1 near bottom Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Report: 10-0444.W06.1AAdvanced Compliance SolutionsPage 4 The 560 Xz 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) 24D901.0-902.0 24D930.0 - 931.0 24D940.0-941.0 90896.0-901.0 90935.0 - 940.0 101928.85-929.0 101932.0-932.5 101941.0 - 941.5 101959.85-960.0 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 90*896.05625 - 901.0 1 near top and 1 near bottom 24D901.0-902.0 101928.85-929.0Middle 24D930.0 - 931.0Middle 101932.0-932.5Middle 90935.0-940.0 1 near top and 1 near bottom24D940.0 - 941.0 101941.0-941.5 101*959.85–959.95625Middle The data provided in this report is sorted based on the rule part. *NOTE: The EUT does not comp…

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5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBLGZ1000 IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 90 Subpart I, Part 101 Subpart C, Part 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134, RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 10-0444 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: 560 Xz Test Setup Photos Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Report: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 2 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions Figure 2: Radiated Emissions Model: 560 XzFCC ID: SDBLGZ1000IC: 2220A-LGZ1000 ACS Report: 10-0444Advanced Compliance SolutionsPage 3 Figure 3: Conducted Emissions Figure 4: Conducted Emissions