SK9ITR900-1ITR900 Utility Meter Module

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 10-0009-15C Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. Model: ITR900 Manual User Information Manual Itron Module Model ITR900 Labeling The following requirements will be applied to any products that use this module: The end product label will include the following text:  Contains:  FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1  IC: 864G-ITR9001, Itron Module ITR900 The user’s manual for any product that contains this module will contain the following text. If the device is large enough, then this will also be placed on the label. “This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.” Regulatory Compliance The user’s manual for any product that contains this module will contain the following text: FCC Part 15, Class B 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. Industry Canada 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 la norme Canadienne sur le matériel brouilleur. L'opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif ne peut pas causer d'interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n'importe quelle interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant entraîner un fonctionnement indésirable. “To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.” “This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 5.1dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 5.1dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.” Listed Antennas* Manufacturer: Comet Model Number: R-2000 Gain: 5.1 dB Connector: N-male *Antennas of equal or lesser gain and same type may be substituted. RF Exposure The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Miscellaneous The user’s manual for any product that contains this module will contain the following text: Professional Installation This module is intended for professional installation by the integrator. The OEM integrator is still responsible for the FCC compliance requirement of the end product, which integrates this module. Modification and Repairs To ensure FCC compliance and system performance, this device, antenna and/or coaxial assembly shall not be changed or modified without the express written approval of Itron. Any unauthorized modification will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. WARNING! This device contains no user serviceable parts. Attempts to repair this device by unauthorized personnel may subject the person to shock hazard if removal of protective covers is attempted. Unauthorized repair will void the warranty and/or maintenance contract with your company. General Description The Itron ITR900 is a transmitter module that operates in the 902 MHz to 928 MHz unlicensed band. The module operates on direct current voltage which is supplied by a host device.

5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 January 28, 2010 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 To Whom It May Concern: The following application is submitted on behalf of our client, Itron Electricity Metering, Inc., for evaluation of their model ITR900 for a Limited Singular Modular Approval under FCC Part 15.247. The ITR900 is a stand-alone module consisting of a single printed circuit board which is designed to be integrated into specific host devices. The ITR900 was tested in full to the requirements of the aforementioned rules and was found to be in compliance. Sincerely, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Agent

January 26, 2010 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Dear Sir or Madam: I hereby appoint Sam Wismer at Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc. to act as our agent in the preparation of an application for equipment authorization of FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 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 and FCC IDENTIFIER 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. Sincerely, Signature: Name: Lee Littlejohn Title: Regulatory Engineer

Advanced Compliance Solutions – 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive, Buford, GA 30518 Phone: (770) 831-8048 Fax: (770) 831-8598 January 29, 2010 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. respectfully requests confidentiality of certain materials provided with the submission of the ITR900 under FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 in accordance with FCC Regulations 0.459. The confidentiality request applies to the following exhibits: 10-0009 – Schematics.pdf 10-0009 – System Block Diagram.pdf 10-0009 – Theory of Operation.pdf 10-0009 – Internal Photos.pdf Confidentiality of the Internal Photos 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 the applicant or designated technicians. The ITR900 has been developed at considerable effort and expense by Itron Electricity Metering, Inc.. 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, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Agent

Federal Communications Commission Date: January 27, 2010 P.O. Box 429 Columbia, MD 21045 RE: Application for Limited Modular Approval Certification for the ITR900 communication module Dear Sir or Madam: The following information addresses the requirements to support a limited modular approval as required by FCC Part 15.212, Modular Transmitters. 1. The frequency hopping spread spectrum transmitter section of this module has been shielded. 2. The ITR900 does not have external modulation or data inputs. The RF section is driven by an on board MCU which controls RF data lines and does not allow excessive modulation. 3. The ITR900 modular transmitter has its own power regulation. 4. The ITR900 transmitter will use antennas that are separate from the module and connect to the module via a coax cable using a unique connector from the module to a common connector at the antenna. 5. The ITR900 module was tested as a standalone module. This module will always be professionally installed and integrated internal to a host. 6. The ITR900 communication module will be labeled as required. The host containing this module will also display the proper labeling. 7. A user manual is being provided to all integrators of the ITR900 module. 8. MPE measurements are provided to demonstrate RF compliance. There is a cautionary statement that is included in the technical manual stipulating the 20 cm separation distance. All hosts to the ITR900 module will be tested with the ITR900 module for compliance. Sincerely, Name: Lee Littlejohn Signature: Title: Regulatory Engineer Date: January 27, 2010

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 10-0009-15C Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. Model: ITR900 External Photos Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 The ITR900 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: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 10-0009-15C Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. Model: ITR900 Label Information Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Figure 1: Label Sample and Location

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Certification Exhibit FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 10-0009-15C Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. Model: ITR900 RF Exposure Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 General Information: Applicant: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. ACS Project: 10-0009 Device Category: Mobile Environment: General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Technical Information: Antenna Type: Omni-Directional 900 MHz Mobile Antenna Antenna Gain: 5.1dBi Maximum Transmitter Conducted Power: 26.15dBm, 412.1mW Maximum System EIRP: 31.25dBm, 1.333W 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) MPE Calculator for Mobile Equipment Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure* 902.2526.150.60412.105.13.236 200.265 Power De nsity (mW /cm^2) Dista nce (cm) Transmit Frequency (MHz) Ra dio 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 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: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 10-0009-15C Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. Model: ITR900 Test Begin Date: 1/13/2010 Test End Date: 1/19/2010 Report Issue Date: 1/29/2010 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: Sam Mendolia Wireless Certifications Engineer ACS, Inc. 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 30 pages 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 3 1.1 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................... 3 1.3 TEST METHODOLOGY AND CONSIDERATIONS ................................................................................. 3 2 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 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES .................................................................................... 7 4 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................ 8 5 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................... 9 6 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP BLOCK DIAGRAM ........................................................... 9 7 SUMMARY OF TESTS ..................................................................................................................... 10 7.1 ANTENNA REQUIREMENT – FCC: SECTION 15.203 ....................................................................... 10 7.2 POWER LINE CONDUCTED EMISSIONS – FCC: SECTION 15.207 IC: RSS-GEN 7.2.2 ...................... 10 7.2.1 Measurement Procedure ....................................................................................................... 10 7.2.2 Measurement Results ............................................................................................................ 10 7.3 RADIATED EMISSIONS – FCC: SECTION 15.109(UNINTENTIONAL RADIATION) IC: RSS-210 2.6 .. 12 7.3.1 Measurement Procedure ....................................................................................................... 12 7.3.2 Measurement Results ............................................................................................................ 12 7.4 PEAK OUTPUT POWER - FCC SECTION 15.247(B)(2) IC: RSS-210 A8.4(1) ................................... 13 7.4.1 Measurement Procedure (Conducted Method) ..................................................................... 13 7.4.2 Measurement Results ............................................................................................................ 13 7.5 CHANNEL USAGE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................ 15 7.5.1 Carrier Frequency Separation – FCC: Section 15.247(a)(1) IC: RSS-210 A8.1(b) ............. 15 7.5.1.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 15 7.5.1.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 15 7.5.2 Number of Hopping Channels – FCC: Section 15.247(a)(1)(i) IC: RSS-210 A8.1(c) .......... 16 7.5.3 Channel Dwell Time – FCC: Section 15.247(a)(1)(i) IC: RSS-210 A8.1(c) ........................ 17 7.5.3.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 17 7.5.3.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 17 7.5.4 20dB / 99% Bandwidth - FCC: Section 15.247(a)(1)(i) IC: RSS-210 A8.1(c) ..................... 18 7.5.4.1 Measurement Procedure ................................................................................................................... 18 7.5.4.2 Measurement Results ....................................................................................................................... 18 7.6 BAND-EDGE COMPLIANCE AND SPURIOUS EMISSIONS-FCC 15.247D IC:RSS-210 2.6, A8.5 ....... 22 7.6.1 Band-Edge Compliance of RF Conducted Emissions ..…

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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: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Report Number: 10-0009-15C Manufacturer: Itron Electricity Metering, Inc. Model: ITR900 Test Setup Photographs Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Figure 1: Radiated Emissions – Intentional Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3 Figure 2: Radiated Emissions – Intentional Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 4 Figure 3: Radiated Emissions – Intentional – Orientation 1 Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 5 Figure 4: Radiated Emissions – Intentional – Orientation 2 Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 6 Figure 5: Radiated Emissions – Intentional – Orientation 3 Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 7 Figure 6: Radiated Emissions – Unintentional Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 8 Figure 7: Radiated Emissions – Unintentional Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 9 Figure 8: AC Power Line Conducted Emissions Model: ITR900 FCC ID: SK9ITR900-1 IC: 864G-ITR9001 ACS Report: 10-0009-15C Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 10 Figure 9: AC Power Line Conducted Emissions