SK9AMI-1ACENTRON OPEN WAY ELECTRICITY METER

file:///W|/I/ITRON_SK9/3038UC7/CUST%20REPLY%20-%2070913.htm From: Kirby.Munroe [[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 4:57 PM To: [email protected] Subject: SUBJECT: ITRON ELECTRICITY METERING, INC. - FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A - REFERENCE: JOB 3038UC7 SUBJECT: ITRON ELECTRICITY METERING, INC. - FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A REFERENCE: JOB 3038UC7 The following is a response to the request for additional information for the above referenced product and job number. 1. LABEL SAMPLE: Please provide us with a clear readable sample of the FCC Id Label. Response: A revised Label exhibit has been upload. (07-0272 – Label Information-B. pdf) 2. Internal photos: Please indicate locations of antennas, as installed in product. Also, please provide a photo of each antenna (close-up view as integrated on pcb is Ok). Response: A revised Internal Photos exhibit has been upload. (07-0272 – Internal Photograph-B.pdf) This exhibit indicates the location of the RF sections and associated antennas. 3. User’s manual page 4/83 (pdf) states that this device is authorized to operate simultaneously with GPRS transmitter FCCID MIVGSM0108. This filing does not contain any info about a collocated GPRS transmitter. Please explain or revise accordingly for consistency (i.e. label location of module and module photos, RF exposure, and EMC collocation compliance statement where applicable) Response: The manual covers multiple meter models including the CVSO-A, and CVSOD-A. The current application is for models CVSO-A and CVSOD-A only. These models are not equipped with the GPRS transmitter. A separate application for equipment authorization will be filed for model CVSOR-A which will address the GPRS transmitter. 4. Theory of Operation page 8/20(pdf): it refers to GPRS and WIMAX operations. Please revise documentation for consistency with transmitter(s) actually filed with this application for certification. Response: Referencing response 3 above, the models included in this equipment authorization do not contain GPRS, WiMax, or any other wireless communication devices other than what indicated in the test reports and Form 731 (900 MHz LAN & 2.4 GHz Zigbee). The submitted Theory of Operation covers an entire family of file:///W|/I/ITRON_SK9/3038UC7/CUST%20REPLY%20-%2070913.htm (1 of 2)9/13/2007 3:25:19 PM file:///W|/I/ITRON_SK9/3038UC7/CUST%20REPLY%20-%2070913.htm products of which models CVSO-A and CVSOD-A are included. Other models belonging to this family of products can contain additional communication devices but those will be addressed in separate applications for equipment authorization. Best Regards, Kirby Munroe Director, 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|/I/ITRON_SK9/3038UC7/CUST%20REPLY%20-%2070913.htm (2 of 2)9/13/2007 3:25:19 PM

Federal Communications Commission Date: September 05, 2007 Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen: Itron, Inc. respectfully requests confidentiality of certain materials provided with the submission of the CENTRON Open Way under FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A in accordance with FCC Regulations 0.459. The confidentiality request applies to the parts list, schematics, block diagrams, theory of operation, internal photographs, and manual contained in following Exhibits: 07-0272 – Schematics.pdf 07-0272 – Parts List.pdf 07-0272 – System Block Diagram.pdf 07-0272 – Theory of Operation.pdf 07-0272 – Internal Photos.pdf 07-0272 – Manual.pdf 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 licensee or designated technicians. The User’s Guide is very technical and is not provided to the consumer because the consumer cannot service or install the device. Therefore confidentiality of the User’s Guide is also requested. The Open Way has been developed at considerable effort and expense by Itron, Inc. These items are considered as Trade Secrets and therefore public access to the proprietary material could possible result in duplication of equipment that could severely damage the company's business advantage. I appreciate your assistance in this matter. Sincerely, Name: Lee Littlejohn Signature: Title: Compliance Engineer Date: September 05, 2007

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit Composite Device: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter Digital Transmission System Transmitter FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number(s): 07-0272-900-DSS, 07-0272-2400-DTS Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering Inc. Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A External Photographs Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Model: CVSO-A Figure 1: External – Top View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: External – Side View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: External – Side View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 4: External – Bottom View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Model: CVSOD-A Figure 5: External – Top View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 6: External – Side View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 7: External – Side View Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 8: External – Bottom View

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit Composite Device: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter Digital Transmission System Transmitter FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number(s): 07-0272-900-DSS, 07-0272-2400-DTS Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering Inc. Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A Label Information Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: Sample Label – ID Label– CVSO-A Figure 2: Sample Label – ID Label Location – CVSO-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: Sample Label – ID Label Location – CVSOD-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 4: Sample Label – 2 Part Warning Statement Figure 5: Sample Label – 2 Part Warning Statement

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit Composite Device: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter Digital Transmission System Transmitter FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number(s): 07-0272-900-DSS, 07-0272-2400-DTS Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering Inc. Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A RF Exposure Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 General Information: Applicant: Itron Electricity Metering Inc. ACS Project: 07-0272 FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Exposure Conditions: Greater than 20 centimeters Simultaneous Tx: No Technical Information: Radio 900 MHz LAN 2.4GHz Zigbee Antenna Type single-band patch half wavelength slot Antenna Gain 3dBi 1dBi Conducted Power 21.92dBm 18.71dBm Maximum EIRP 0.310W 0.094W Maximum ERP 0.189W 0.057W Power Density 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* 902.2521.920.60155.6031.995 200.062 240518.711.0074.3011.259200.019 Power De nsity (mW /cm^2) Dista nce (cm) Transmit Frequency (MHz) Radio Power (dBm) Power De nsity Limit (mW/Cm2) Radio Power (mW ) Ante nna Gain (dBi) Antenna Gain (mW e q.) Installation Guidelines: The installation manual shall contain text similar to the following advising how to install the equipment to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirements: “RF Exposure (Intentional Radiators Only) 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 from the general population.” 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 Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 07-0272-900-DSS Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering Inc. Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A Test Begin Date: June 27, 2007 Test End Date: July 3, 2007 Report Issue Date: August 13, 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: J. Kirby Munroe Manager Wireless Certifications ACS, Inc. R. Sam Wismer Engineering Manager 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 23 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 Antenna Requirement 10 7.2 Power Line Conducted Emissions 10 7.2.1 Test Methodology 10 7.2.2 Test Results 10 7.3 Radiated Emissions (Unintentional Radiation) 11 7.3.1 Test Methodology 11 7.3.2 Test Results 11 7.4 Peak Output Power 12 7.4.1 Test Methodology 12 7.4.2 Test Results 12 7.5 Channel Usage 14 7.5.1 Carrier Frequency Separation 14 7.5.1.1 Test Methodology 14 7.5.1.2 Test Results 14 7.5.2 Number of Hopping Channels 15 7.5.3 Channel Dwell Time 15 7.5.3.1 Test Methodology 15 7.5.3.2 Test Results 15 7.5.4 20dB Bandwidth 16 7.5.4.1 Test Methodology 16 7.5.4.2 Test Results 16 7.6 Band-edge Compliance and Spurious Emissions 18 7.6.1 Band-edge Compliance of RF Conducted Emissions 18 7.6.1.1 Test Methodology 18 7.6.1.2 Test Results 18 7.6.2 RF Conducted Spurious Emissions 19 7.6.2.1 Test Methodology 19 7.6.2.2 Test Results 19 7.6.3 Radiated Spurious Emissions (Restricted Bands) 22 7.6.3.1 Test Methodology 22 7.6.3.2 Test Results 22 7.6.3.3 Sample Calculations 23 8.0 CONCLUSION 23 Additional Exhibits Included In Filing Internal Photographs External Photographs Test Setup Photographs Product Labeling RF Exposure – MPE Calculations Schematics Installation/Users Guide Theory of Operation BOM (Parts List) System Block Diagram Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A ACS Report: 07-0272-900-DSS 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 and Industry Canada’s Radio Standards Specification RSS-210. 1.2 Product Description 1.2.1 General The CENTRON OpenWay meter is used for measuring electrical energy consumption. The CENTRON OpenWay meter incorporates a two-piece design combining a base metrology with a variety of OpenWay registers or options. The metrology portion of the meter contains all measurement circuitry and calibration information, while the personality modules contain the register functionality and communication mediums. Each version of the meter is distinguished by the various personality modules or option boards that mount to the standard meter metrology base. The CENTRON OpenWay meter is also available with a remote disconnect which is located in the bottom of the meter housing. The CENTRON OpenWay meter is available in the following model types: - Standard – CVSO-A - Integrated disconnect/reconnect – CVSOD-A For all model types, the register boards contain (1) 900 MHz LAN frequency hopping spread spectrum radio and (1) 2.4 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum Zigbee radio. These transmitters can not operate simultaneously. Regardless of the meter model type and sub assembly, the register boards are electrically identical. Manufacturer Information: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. 313 North Highway 11 West Union, SC 29696 Detailed photographs of the EUT are filed separately with this filing. 1.2.2 Intended Use The CENTRON OpenWay meter is used for measuring electrical energy consumption. 1.3 Test Methodology and Considerations Considering that the RF portion (register boards) are electrically identical between all models and subassemblies, the CVSO-A and CVSOD-A were tested and submitted under one FCC ID. Radiated emissions for all transmitters were performed on all models and sub assemblies and the worst case data presented in this report. Receiver radiated emissions and AC power line conducted emissions were also tested for all models and sub assemblies and operating voltages and the worst case data presented in this report. This device is considered a composite device by definition. The 900 MHz LAN radio and the 2.4 GHz Zigbee radio operate under CFR 47 Part 15.247 and IC RSS-210. This report addresses the 900 MHz radio only and a separate report, 07-0272–2400-DTS, will be issued for the 2.4 GHz Zigbee radio. Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A ACS Report: 07-0272-900-DSS 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…

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5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit Composite Device: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter Digital Transmission System Transmitter FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number(s): 07-0272-900-DSS, 07-0272-2400-DTS Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering Inc. Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A Test Setup Photographs Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions – CVSO-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 2: Radiated Emissions – CVSO-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 3: AC Power Line Conducted Emissions – CVSO-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 4: AC Power Line Conducted Emissions – CVSO-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 5: Radiated Emissions – CVSOD-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 6: Radiated Emissions – CVSOD-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 7: AC Power Line Conducted Emissions – CVSOD-A Model(s): CVSO-A, CVSOD-A FCC ID: SK9AMI-1A IC: 864G-AMI1A 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Figure 8: AC Power Line Conducted Emissions – CVSOD-A