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SDBVGBM4700Flexnet Vehicle Gateway Basestation

Sensus Metering Systems Inc.
Flexnet Vehicle Gateway Basestation - FCC ID SDBVGBM4700 - Sensus Metering Systems Inc.
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Application Details

Equipment Class
PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter
Date of Grant
Feb 05, 2020
Application Purpose
Original Equipment
Date of Application
Feb 05, 2020
Equipment Note
Flexnet Vehicle Gateway Basestation
Frequency Range
959.85000000 - 960.00000000
Company
Sensus Metering Systems Inc.
Country
United States

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RF Exposure Info

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Test Report

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Cover Letter(s)

Confidential 0 NON- DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT This Non-Disclosure Agreement (“Agreement”) is made this DATE (“Effective Date”), between Sensus USA Inc., of 8601 Six Forks Road, Suite 700, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27615 (“Discloser”) and COMPANY NAME, located at ADDRESS (“Recipient”). Whereas, the parties wish to engage in binding contracts that involve BUSINESS REASON FOR NDA; Whereas, the Discloser may disclose Confidential Information, as defined herein, to the Recipient in the course of these activities; Whereas, both parties desire to protect the Confidential Information which may be disclosed to the Recipient. IT IS AGREED: 1. Confidential Information. “Confidential Information” means any and all non-public information disclosed by the Discloser to the Recipient for the Purpose including, without limitation, all technical information about the Discloser’s products or services, product specifications, pricing, marketing, other business or financial information or plans of the Discloser, and all trade secrets of the Discloser. The Confidential Information may be transmitted orally, in writing or electronically. Notwithstanding the foregoing, “Confidential Information” shall not include, (i) any information that is in the public domain other than due to a breach of this Agreement, (ii) any information in the possession of the Recipient prior to disclosure by the Discloser hereunder, or (iii) any information independently developed by the Recipient without reliance on the information disclosed hereunder by the Discloser. 2. Protection. For three (3) years after the date of disclosure, the Recipient shall keep all Confidential Information of the Discloser confidential, provided that trade secret information shall be maintained in confidence until the longer of (i) three years from the date of disclosure; or (ii) until the information is no longer a trade secret under applicable law. Except as provided in Section 3, the Recipient shall not, directly or indirectly, disclose the Confidential Information to any third party, and the Recipient shall take reasonable care to protect the Discloser’s Confidential Information. The Recipient shall not make any copies of any tangible documentation or materials provided hereunder, except to the extent necessary for the Purpose. The Recipient shall not use the Confidential Information of the Discloser for any reason other than for the Purpose. 3. Permitted Disclosures. The Recipient may only disclose the Confidential Information provided hereunder to its employees, agents, consultants and contractors who are directly involved in the Purpose and whom the Recipient has legally bound to comply with reasonable confidentiality obligations. The Recipient may also disclose Confidential Information to the extent it is obliged to do so under applicable laws, so long as it gives the Discloser reasonable notice to enable the Discloser to take protective steps. 4. Return. Upon request of the Discloser, the Recipient shall either (i) return all Confidential Information (including all copies) to the Discloser; or (ii) destroy all Confidential Information (including all copies) and provide written certification of their destruction to the Discloser 5. Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue for three (3) years after the Effective Date. The provisions of this Agreement that are applicable to Confidential 1 circumstances occurring after termination or expiration shall survive such termination or expiration. 6. Warranty. Both parties represent and warrant that they have the right to engage in the discussions, and the Discloser represents that it has the right to disclose all information disclosed in the discussions. Notwithstanding the above, the Discloser does not make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the Confidential Information. 7. No Obligations. The Discloser is under no obligation to disclose Confidential Information. Nothing in this Agreement obligates either party (i) to offer for sale any product or service using or incorporating the Confidential Information; or (ii) to purchase any product or service from the other party. 8. Ownership. All rights in the Confidential Information disclosed remain the property of the Discloser. The Recipient does not acquire any intellectual property rights to the Discloser’s Confidential Information. 9. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties related to the subject matter hereof, and it supersedes any and all prior agreements, understanding or other communications, whether written or oral, formal or informal, between them. No consent, waiver, alteration, amendment, or modification shall be binding unless in writing and signed by both parties. 10. Assignment. Neither party may assign its rights or delegate its duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party. 11. Governing Law and Jury Waiver. This Agreement shall be governed by, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, USA. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE PARTIES AGREE TO A BENCH TRIAL AND THAT THERE SHALL BE NO JURY IN ANY DISPUTES. 12. Injunctive Relief. Both parties acknowledge that a breach of this Agreement can cause the Discloser to suffer irreparable harm. IF ANY SUCH BREACH OCCURS OR IS THREATENED, THE DISCLOSER MAY SEEK INJUNCTIVE RELIEF, SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE AND OTHER EQUITABLE REMEDIES (IN ADDITION TO ANY AND ALL OTHER REMEDIES AT LAW) WITHOUT PROOF OF MONETARY DAMAGES OR THE INADEQUACY OF OTHER REMEDIES, AND THE RECIPIENTWAIVES ITS RIGHT TO ALL SUCH DEFENSES. 13. Limitation of Liability. The Discloser’s liability in any cause of action arising under, out of, or in relation to this Agreement, its negotiation, performance, breach or termination (collectively, “Cause of Action”) shall be limited to direct damages. The Discloser shall not be liable for any indirect,…

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External Photos

2320 Presidential Drive, Suite 101, Durham, NC 27703 USA Voice: 919-381-4235 Page 1 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 TÜV SÜD Project Number: 72154722 Manufacturer: Sensus USA, Inc. Model: VGBM4700 External Photos Model(s): VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 2 Figure 1: Front Figure 2: Back Model(s): VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 3 Figure 3: Left Figure 4: Right Model(s): VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 4 Figure 5: Top Figure 6: Bottom

ID Label/Location Info

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RF Exposure Info

2320 Presidential Drive, Suite 101, Durham, NC 27703 USA Voice: 919-381-4235 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 FCC Rule Part: 47 CFR Part 2.1091 TÜV SÜD Project Number: 72154722 Manufacturer: Sensus USA, Inc. Model: VGBM4700 RF Exposure Model: VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 TÜV SÜD Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 2 General Information: Applicant: Sensus USA, Inc. Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Technical Information: Antenna Type: External Antenna Gain: 5.15 dBi; Overall Antenna Assembly Gain 3.2dBi* Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 37.4 dBm, 5495.41 mW Maximum System EIRP: 40.6 dBm, 11481.54 mW Exposure Conditions: 39 centimeters or greater * Overall antenna assembly gain based on specified cable loss provided by manufacturer. 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: MPE Calculation Transmit Frequency (MHz) Radio Power (dBm) Power Density Limit (mW/Cm2) Radio Power (mW) Overall Gain (dBi) Antenna Gain (mW eq.) Distance (cm) Power Density (mW/cm^2) 930.5 37.4 0.62 5495.41 3.2 2.089 39 0.601

Test Report

2320 Presidential Drive, Suite 101, Durham, NC 27703 Tel: 919-381-4235 Page 1 of 58 Certification Test Report FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C ISED Canada’s Radio Standards Specification: RSS-119, RSS-134 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 TÜV SÜD Report Number: RD72154722.100 Applicant: Sensus USA, Inc. Model: VGBM4700 Test Begin Date: November 8, 2019 Test End Date: November 26, 2019 Report Issue Date: December 19, 2019 A2LA Cert. No. 2955.18 FOR THE SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION UNDER LAB Code 2955.18 This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by A2LA, ANSI, or any agency of the Federal Government. Prepared by: Reviewed by: Chris Gormley Kirby Munroe RF Wireless Engineer Technical Manager, US Wireless TÜV SÜD America Inc. TÜV SÜD America Inc. This test report shall not be reproduced except in full. This report may be reproduced in part with prior written consent of TÜV SÜD America Inc. The results contained in this report are representative of the sample(s) submitted for evaluation. Report: RD72154722.100 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 2 of 58 REVISION HISTORY Report Number: RD72154722.100 Manufacturer: Sensus USA, Inc. Model: VGBM4700 DATE OLD REVISION NEW REVISION REASON PAGES AFFECTED APPROVED BY December 19, 2019 --- .100 Initial Release All Kirby Munroe Report: RD72154722.100 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 3 of 58 Table of Content 1.0 GENERAL ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 1.1PURPOSE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 1.2PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 1.3TEST METHODOLOGY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 1.4EMISSION DESIGNATORS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 2.0 TEST FACILITIES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 2.1LOCATION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 2.2LABORATORY ACCREDITATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/CERTIFICATIONS ------------------------------------------------ 7 2.3RADIATED &CONDUCTED EMISSIONS TEST SITE DESCRIPTION --------------------------------------------------- 8 3.0 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 4.0 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 5.0 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 6.0 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP BLOCK DIAGRAM ------------------------------------------------------- 11 7.0 SUMMARY OF TESTS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 7.1RFPOWER OUTPUT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 12 7.2OUT OF BAND UNWANTED EMISSIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 7.399%BANDWIDTH ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29 7.5FIELD STRENGTH OF SPURIOUS EMISSIONS -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 49 7.6FREQUENCY STABILITY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 52 8.0 MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 55 9.0 CONCLUSION -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58 Model: VGBM4700FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Report: RD72154722.100 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 4 of 58 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 ISED 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 is compact and portable, allowing it to be used in any vehicle providing 12-volt DC power. Antenna: External, 5.15dBi gain Overall antenna assembly: 3.2dBi gain Manufacturer Information: Sensus USA, Inc. 639 Davis Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Test Sample Serial Numbers: 19080014 Test Sample Condition: The test samples were provided in good working order with no visible defects. 1.3 Test Methodology 1.3.1 Configurations and Justification The FLEXNET 900MHz transmitter was evaluated for radiated and RF conducted measurements for the three modulations listed in the emission designators table in section 1.4. The worst-case results for each of the modulations and power levels are reported where applicable. A Minicircuits VLF-2250+ low pass filter was installed in the unit by the manufacturer to minimize the harmonic spurious output of the unit for conducted spurious at the antenna terminals. The EUT was tested standalone, and a power supply was used to power the EUT. The client provided software to exercise the EUT. The limits of FCC Part 24 and Part 101 were applied to both transmit bands. For radiated emissions the more stringent limits were applied. Model: VGBM4700FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Report: RD72154722.100 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 5 of 58 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…

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Test Setup Photos

2320 Presidential Drive, Suite 101, Durham, NC 27703 USA Voice: 919-381-4235 Page 1 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart D, Part 101 Subpart C ISED Canada’s Radio Standards Specification: RSS-119/134 TÜV SÜD Project Number: 72154722 Manufacturer: Sensus USA, Inc. Model: VGBM4700 Test Setup Photos Model(s): VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 2 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions – Front – Below 1GHz Figure 2: Radiated Emissions – Back – Below 1GHz Model(s): VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 3 Figure 3: Radiated Emissions – Front – Above 1GHz Figure 4: Radiated Emissions – Back – Above 1GHz Model(s): VGBM4700 FCC ID: SDBVGBM4700 IC: 2220A-VGBM4700 Project: 72154722 TÜV SÜD America Inc. Page 4 Figure 5: Conducted Emissions Figure 6: Conducted Emissions

Contact Information

Applicant

Ray Britt(Senior Director, Global System Test)
[email protected]919-665-7878Fax: 919-317-6210

Test Firm

TUV SUD America, Inc.William Elliott
[email protected]9785732528

Technical Specifications

#Rule PartsFrequency RangePower OutputEmissionTolerance
8101C959.85 MHz - 960 MHz4.7 W11K8F1D1 ppm
Confidentiality
Long Term
Grant Notes
Power listed is conducted. The transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 39 cm from all persons. Grantee must provide installation and operating instructions for complying with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Installers and end-users must be provided with transmitter operation conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

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