SDBVGBM4600Remote Telemetry Data Collector

Sensus Metering Systems Inc.

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Application Details

Equipment Class: PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter
Date of Grant: Feb 29, 2012
Application Purpose: Original Equipment
Date of Application: Feb 29, 2012
Equipment Note: Remote Telemetry Data Collector
Frequency Range: 941.00000000 - 941.50000000
Company: Sensus Metering Systems Inc.
Country: United States

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Cover Letter(s)

5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 February 29, 2012 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: SDBVGBM4600 To Whom It May Concern: The following application is submitted on behalf of our client, Sensus Metering Systems, Inc., for evaluation of their model M4600 for certification under FCC Part 24 Subpart D and Part 101 Subpart C. The Sensus FlexNet Vehicle Gateway Basestation (VGB) model M4600 is a portable radio-based device used for the acquisition of data from utility meters and other field-based diagnostic instruments. The VGB model M4600 provides the ability to read both Sensus RadioRead and FlexNet drive-by technologies thus allowing the utility to maintain and utilize their existing RadioRead technology and reading equipment as they transition to FlexNet. The M4600 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)

639 Davis Drive T: 919-317-6351 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA F: 919-317-6210 www.sensus.com Wednesday, February 01, 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: SDBVGBM4600 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 11-2106 - Schematics.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Parts List 11-2106 - BOM_Parts List.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Theory Of Operation 11-2106 - Theory of Operation.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Manual 11-2106 - User Manual.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Internal Photos 11-2106 - Internal Photos.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Tune-Up Procedure 11-2106 - Tune-Up Procedure.pdf Proprietary Information and Trade Secret Block Diagram 11-2106 - 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 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 T: 919-317-6351 | C: 919-208-8983 | [email protected] | www.sensus.com

Cover Letter(s)

Reliability and Compliance T: 919-317-6351 639 Davis Drive F: 919-317-6210 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA www.sensus.com Sensus Non-Disclosure Memorandum February 10, 2012 Sensus OEMs: This memorandum serves as an additional agreement between Sensus and its OEMs stating that the OEMs will use the Sensus VGBM4600 (See Appendix 1) in accordance with the FCC. The Sensus VGBM4600 Transceiver is professionally installed. 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 (See Appendix 2), professionally installed, and is only serviceable by Sensus, or designated technicians. When installed, the Sensus VGBM4600 cannot be accessed by anyone other than Sensus staff, utility staff, or designated contractor staff, because the product is located within a utility or contractor controlled vehicle. 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 1 of 3 2 of 3 Sensus Non-Disclosure Memorandum Appendix 1 3 of 3 Sensus Non-Disclosure Memorandum Appendix 2

Cover Letter(s)

639 Davis Drive T: 919-317-6351 Morrisville, NC 27560 USA F: 919-317-6210 www.sensus.com LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION Wednesday, February 1, 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 M4600 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 M4600 and FCC IDENTIFIER SDBVGBM4600 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 M4600 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

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ID Label/Location Info

RF Exposure Info

3998 FAU Blvd. Suite 310 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Tel: 561-961-5585 Fax: 561-961-5587 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBVGBM4600 IC: 2220A-VGBM4600 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Project Number: 11-2106 Manufacturer: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: M4600 RF Exposure Model: M4600 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4600 IC:2220A-VGBM4600 ACS Project: 11-2106 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 General Information: Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. ACS Project: 11-2106 Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Technical Information: Antenna Type: ASPG918 Elevated Feedpoint Antenna Antenna Gain: 5.15 dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 34.58 dBm Maximum System EIRP: 39.73 dBm, 9397.23 mW Exposure Conditions: Greater than 35 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* 930.534.580.622870.785.153.273 350.610 940.012534.450.632786.125.153.273 350.592 928.92534.540.622844.465.153.273 350.605 932.2534.540.622844.465.153.273 350.605 941.487534.430.632773.325.153.273 350.590 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 35 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: SDBVGBM4600 IC: 2220A-VGBM4600 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS 119, RSS 134 ACS Report Number: 11-2106.W06.1C Applicant: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. Model: M4600 Test Begin Date: November 29, 2011 Test End Date: January 18, 2012 Report Issue Date: March 1, 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 37 pages ACS Report: 11-2106.W06.1C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 of 37 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---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5 2.0 TEST FACILITIES-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6 2.1 LOCATION---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6 2.2 LABORATORY ACCREDITATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/CERTIFICATIONS-------------------------------------------------6 2.3 RADIATED & CONDUCTED EMISSIONS TEST SITE DESCRIPTION-----------------------------------------------------7 3.0 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES--------------------------------------------------------------------------9 4.0 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 6.0 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP AND BLOCK DIAGRAM------------------------------------------------ 11 7.0 SUMMARY OF TESTS--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 7.1 RF POWER OUTPUT------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 12 7.2 OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH (EMISSION LIMITS)--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 7.3 SPURIOUS EMISSIONS AT ANTENNA TERMINALS--------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 7.4 FIELD STRENGTH OF SPURIOUS EMISSIONS-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27 7.5 FREQUENCY STABILITY--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31 8.0 CONCLUSION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37 Model: M4600 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4600 IC:2220A-VGBM4600 ACS Report: 11-2106.W06.1C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 of 37 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 FlexNet Vehicle Gateway Basestation (VGB) is a portable radio-based device used for the acquisition of data from utility meters and other field-based diagnostic instruments. The VGB sends an alert signal to the meter SmartPoint or ancillary device. Upon receipt of the alert, the SmartPoint responds by transmitting its most recent reading. Once received, the SmartPoint returns to a low-power listening mode. The operator has the option of directing the VGB to signal all endpoints within range (blind reading mode), or to select endpoints (geographic reading mode). The VGB is compact and portable, allowing it to be used in any vehicle providing 12-volt DC power. One of the prime features of the VGB model M4600 is that it provides the ability to read both Sensus RadioRead and FlexNet drive-by technologies. By combining both technologies, this solution allows the utility to maintain and utilize their existing RadioRead technology and reading equipment as they transition to FlexNet. Dual reading capability allows the utility to transition to the latest FlexNet technology and positions themselves to migrate to a fixed base platform in the future. Manufacturer Information: Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. 639 Davis Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Test Sample Serial Numbers: ACS#1 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 VGB M4600 was tested for radiated emissions and RF conducted measurements. The power level was set to about 34 dBm through the NA2WVGBTestutility software which was set to Power Level 1. The radiated emissions evaluations were performed up to the 10 th harmonic with the EUT terminated with a 50-ohm load. The VGB powers from a car battery and is not meant to be connected both directly or indirectly to the AC mains. Therefore, it is exempted from power line conducted emissions evaluation. In order to meet the unintentional emissions requirements, the following modifications we…

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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 Parts	Frequency Range	Power Output	Emission	Tolerance
1	101C	941 MHz - 941.5 MHz	2.87 W	11K8F1D	1.5 ppm

Confidentiality

Long Term

Grant Notes

Power listed is conducted. Device 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 35 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.