SJS-380111HPUTILITY METER DATA TRANSMITTER

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.249 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SJS-380111HP FCC Rule Part: 15.249 ACS Report Number: 06-0410-15C Manufacturer: MARS Company Model: Smart 380111HP Installation Guide MARS SmartRadio Installation Guide To ensure proper connection and resistance to water intrusion a waterproof butt splice is required to connect the SmartRadio transmitter to the meter register. The recommended type of connector is a Scotchlok™ connector. This type of connector is ideal because it provides a good mechanical connection of the wires and a waterproofing gel that inhibits water ingress. This device is designed to be installed in a meter pit at or below ground level. Professional installation by factory trained personnel is required for proper use and reliable communication. Meter Connection Table Manufacturer Radio Red Radio Green Radio Black Sensus Encoder R Encoder G Encoder B Hersey Encoder R Encoder G Encoder B Neptune Encoder B Encoder R Encoder G Amco/ABB Scancoder Encoder G Encoder R Encoder B Amco InVision Encoder B Encoder R Encoder Shld Severn Trent Terminal 1 Terminal 3 Terminal 5 Severn Trent - Generation 2 Encoder R Encoder G Encoder B Installation Steps 1. 1. Refer to the table above for wiring color codes. 2. 2. While holding the Scotchlok™ connector with the button facing down, insert un-stripped wires fully into connector. 3. 3. Once seated, use a crimper and firmly squeeze the connector until you hear a snap and gel seeps out of the end of the connector. 4. 4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other two pairs of wires and test to ensure the SmartRF is transmitting properly. Information to the User FCC Class B: “NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: . • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. . • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. . • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. . • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.” Warning: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by MARS Company could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. RF Exposure In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency fields, the radiating element shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm is maintained between it and the user or general population. Industry Canada All Equipment: This Class [B] digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareillage numérique de la classe [B] répond à toutes les exigences de l'interférence canadienne causant des règlements d'équipement. L'opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer l'interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n'importe quelle interférence reçue, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer l'opération peu désirée.

A SUBSIDIARY OF FLOYD S. SALSER, JR. & ASSOCIATES Federal Communications Commission October 27, 2006 Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Ladies and Gentlemen: Floyd S. Salser, Jr. and Assoc. (DBA: MARS Company) respectfully requests confidentiality of certain materials provided with the submission of the SmartTransmitter under FCC ID: SJS-380111HP in accordance with FCC Regulations 0.459. The confidentiality request applies to: 1. System block diagram (06-0410 – System Block Diagram.pdf) 2. Schematic drawings (06-0410 – Schematics.pdf) 3. Bills of materials and parts lists (06-0410 – Parts List.pdf) 4. Theory of operation (06-0410 – Theory of Operation.pdf) The SmartTransmitter has been developed at considerable effort and expense by MARS Company. These items are considered as Trade Secrets and therefore public access to the proprietary material could possibly result in duplication of equipment that could severely damage the company’s business advantage. I appreciate your assistance in this matter. Sincerely, Jason Pintok AMR Products Manager

file:///W|/M/MARS_SJS/464UC7/cust%20reply%20-%2070301.htm From: Kirby.Munroe [[email protected]] Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 9:37 AM To: [email protected] Subject: SUBJECT: MARS COMPANY - FCC ID: SJS-380111HP - REFERENCE: JOB 464UC7 SUBJECT: MARS COMPANY - FCC ID: SJS-380111HP REFERENCE: JOB 464UC7 The following is a response to the request for additional information for the above referenced product and job number. Part 15.35(a): Test report sections 7.4.1 and 7.4.2. describes the use of a QP detector. Please explain compliance with the PK measurement requirement as stated in the “NOTE” of section 15.35(a). Was the device modified for continuous operation during testing of this pulsed modulated device? The PRF appears to be >50ms (i.e. 4s). Response: The device was modified for continuous transmission for testing purposes. Therefore the use of a QP detector was justified and compliance with the PK measurements according to Part 15.35(a) not applicable. Best Regards, Kirby Munroe Manager of Wireless Certifications Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc. [email protected] (770) 831-8048 x230 www.acstestlab.com ****************CONFIDENTIAL**************** This e-mail and any attachments may contain information which is confidential, proprietary, privileged or otherwise protected by law. The information is solely intended for the named addressee (or a person responsible for delivering it to the addressee). If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are not authorized to read, print, retain, copy or disseminate this message or any part of it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and delete it from your computer. file:///W|/M/MARS_SJS/464UC7/cust%20reply%20-%2070301.htm3/5/2007 10:39:44 AM

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.249 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SJS-380111HP FCC Rule Part: 15.249 ACS Report Number: 06-0410-15C Manufacturer: MARS Company Model: Smart 380111HP External Photographs Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: External – Front View Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: External – Bottom View Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: External – Side View Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 4: External – Back View Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 5: External – Top View

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.249 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SJS-380111HP FCC Rule Part: 15.249 ACS Report Number: 06-0410-15C Manufacturer: MARS Company Model: Smart 380111HP Label Information Figure 1 - Label

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.249 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SJS-380111HP FCC Rule Part: 15.249 ACS Report Number: 06-0410-15C Manufacturer: MARS Company Model: Smart 380111HP Internal Photographs Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: Internal – Front View Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: Internal – Back View

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.249 Transmitter Certification Test Report FCC ID: SJS-380111HP FCC Rule Part: 15.249 ACS Report Number: 06-0410-15C Manufacturer: MARS Company Model: 380111HP Test Begin Date: October 25, 2006 Test End Date: October 26, 2006 Report Issue Date: February 22, 2007 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: Ken Rivers Wireless Certifications Technician ACS, Inc. J. Kirby Munroe Manager 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 15 pages 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Table of Contents 1.0 General 3 1.1 Purpose 3 1.2 Product Description 3 1.2.1 General 3 1.2.2 Intended Use 3 1.3 Test Methodology and Considerations 3 2.0 Test Facilities 4 2.1 Location 4 2.2 Laboratory Accreditations/Recognitions/Certifications 4 2.3 Radiated Emissions Test Site Description 5 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site 5 2.3.2 Open Area Tests Site (OATS) 6 2.4 Conducted Emissions Test Site Description 7 3.0 Applicable Standards and References 7 4.0 List of Test Equipment 8 5.0 Support Equipment 9 6.0 EUT Setup Block Diagram 9 7.0 Summary of Tests 10 7.1 Section 15.203 - Antenna Requirement 10 7.2 Section 15.207 – Power Line Conducted Emissions 10 7.3 Section 15.109 - Radiated Emissions (Unintentional Radiation) 10 7.3.1 Test Methodology 10 7.3.2 Test Results 10 7.4 Section 15.249(a) Fundamental Field Strength 11 7.4.1 Test Methodology 11 7.4.2 Test Results 11 7.5 Section 15.249(a) Radiated Spurious Emissions 11 7.5.1 Test Methodology 11 7.5.2 Duty Cycle Correction 11 7.5.3 Test Results 12 7.5.4 Sample Calculations 12 7.6 Section 15.215 - 20dB Bandwidth 13 7.6.1 Test Methodology 13 7.6.2 Test Results 13 7.7 Section 15.249(d) – Band-edge Compliance and Spurious Emissions 14 7.7.1 Test Methodology 14 7.7.2 Test Results 14 8.0 CONCLUSION 15 Additional Exhibits Included In Filing Internal Photographs External Photographs Test Setup Photographs Product Labeling Schematics Installation/Users Guide Theory of Operation BOM (Parts List) System Block Diagram Model: 380111HP FCC ID: SJS-380111HP ACS Report: 06-0410-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this report is to demonstrate compliance with Part 15, Subpart C of the FCC’s Code of Federal Regulations. 1.2 Product Description 1.2.1 General The MARS Company model 380111HP is a transmitter to be used in the utility industry to transmit meter-reading data from a utility meter to a mobile data-collecting device. The device operates in a ’regular transmit’ mode. The utility meter is interrogated every 30 minutes to 1 hour, and the reading taken is transmitted every 4 seconds (maximum, in some instances the unit will transmit less often). Applicant Information: MARS Company 3925 SW 13 th St. Ocala, FL 34477-2887 Detailed photographs of the EUT are filed separately with this filing. 1.2.2 Intended Use The unit is intended to be used to transmit meter-reading data from a utility meter to a mobile data-collecting device. 1.3 Test Methodology and Considerations The 380111HP utility meter transmitter is intended for meter pit installation at or below ground level. Therefore testing was performed as typically installed in a meter pit as described in section 6.0. Model: 380111HP FCC ID: SJS-380111HP ACS Report: 06-0410-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 2.0 TEST FACILITIES 2.1 Location The radiated and conducted emissions test sites are located at the following address: Advanced Compliance Solutions 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Phone: (770) 831-8048 Fax: (770) 831-8598 2.2 Laboratory Accreditations/Recognitions/Certifications The Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site, Open Area Test Site (OATS) and Conducted Emissions Site have been fully described, submitted to, and accepted by the FCC, Industry Canada and the Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference by information technology equipment. In addition, ACS is compliant to ISO 17025 as certified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology under their National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program. The following certification numbers have been issued in recognition of these accreditations and certifications: FCC Registration Number: 89450 Industry Canada Lab Code: IC 4175 VCCI Member Number: 1831 ƒ VCCI OATS Registration Number R-1526 ƒ VCCI Conducted Emissions Site Registration Number: C-1608 NVLAP Lab Code: 200612-0 Model: 380111HP FCC ID: SJS-380111HP ACS Report: 06-0410-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 5 2.3 Radiated Emissions Test Site Description 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site The Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site consists of a 20’ x 30’ x 18’ shielded enclosure. The chamber is lined with Toyo Ferrite Grid Absorber, model number FFG-1000. The ferrite tile grid is 101 x 101 x 19mm thick and weighs approximately 550 grams. These tiles are mounted on steel panels and installed directly on the inner walls of the chamber. The turntable is 150cm in diameter and is located 160cm from the back wall of the chamber. The chamber is grounded via 1 - 8’ copper ground rod, installed at the center of the back wall, it is bound to the ground plane using 3/4" stainless steel braided cable. The turntable is all steel, flush mounted table installed in an all steel frame. The table is remotely operated from inside the control room located 25’ from the range. The turntable is electrically bonded to the surrounding ground plane via steel fingers installed on the edge of the turn table. The steel fingers make constant contact with th…

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5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.249 Certification Test Report FCC ID: SJS-380111HP FCC Rule Part: 15.249 ACS Report Number: 06-0410-15C Manufacturer: MARS Company Model: Smart 380111HP Test Setup Photos Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Unintentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Unintentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Intentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 4: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Intentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 5: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Intentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 6: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Intentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 7: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Intentional Model: Smart 380111HP Advanced Compliance Solutions FCC ID: SJS-380111HP 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 8: Test Setup Radiated Emissions - Intentional