Y68C201Communication Node

Strata Safety Products LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 P: 1.800.691.6601 F: 770.321.2520 Email: [email protected] Strata CommTrac Communication Node Model C201 – Users Manual v1.0 Page 1 of 22 Communication Node Model C201 Users Manual Strata CommTrac Wireless Tracking and Communication System Version 1.0 ‐ June 1, 2011 Strata Safety Products LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 P: 1.800.691.6601 F: 770.321.2520 Email: [email protected] Strata CommTrac Communication Node Model C201 – Users Manual v1.0 Page 2 of 22 Table of Contents 1. Overview ................................................................................................................................. 3 1. 1. Theory of Operation ..................................................................................................... 3 1. 2. Frequency of Operation ................................................................................................ 3 1. 3. Approvals...................................................................................................................... 3 1.3.1. MSHA Approval ....................................................................................................... 3 1.3.2. Pennsylvania Approval ............................................................................................. 3 1. 4. Label Information ......................................................................................................... 3 1.4.1. Approved Blasting Distances. ................................................................................... 4 1. 5. FCC Information........................................................................................................... 4 2. Installation Information .......................................................................................................... 6 3. Battery Installation ................................................................................................................ 12 4. Reset Button .......................................................................................................................... 17 5. LED ....................................................................................................................................... 18 6. External Connectors .............................................................................................................. 20 6. 1. RS232 Pin Out ............................................................................................................ 20 6. 2. RS422 Pin Out ............................................................................................................ 21 6. 3. Power .......................................................................................................................... 21 7. Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 22 Strata Safety Products LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 P: 1.800.691.6601 F: 770.321.2520 Email: [email protected] Strata CommTrac Communication Node Model C201 – Users Manual v1.0 Page 3 of 22 1. Overview 1. 1. Theory of Operation Strata CommTrac is a completely wireless mesh tracking and communication network which has been specifically designed for use in underground mining operations. The mesh network is composed of underground CommTrac Communication Nodes which facilitate the passing of location information and communication from wireless mobile devices to the surface or above- ground environment. 1. 2. Frequency of Operation The CommTrac Communication Node model C201 operates at a frequency of 915MHz MHz ISM band. 1. 3. Approvals 1.3.1. MSHA Approval The MSHA Approval number is 23-A100008-0 1.3.2. Pennsylvania Approval The Pennsylvania approval number is BFE 28-11 1. 4. Label Information The CommTrac C201 label is located on the front center of the unit. Label Summary: Defines battery requirements. Defines MSHA determinate minimum safe blast distance. Designates a surface location if hardwired. Designates that the C201 must not be mounted to equipment. (See label on next page) Strata Safety Products LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 P: 1.800.691.6601 F: 770.321.2520 Email: [email protected] Strata CommTrac Communication Node Model C201 – Users Manual v1.0 Page 4 of 22 1.4.1. Approved Blasting Distances. MSHA MSHA approval requires that a minimum of 40 inches shall be maintained between the CommTrac Model C201 Communication Node and any blasting circuits, explosives ordetonators. Pennsylvania Pennsylvania approval requires that the CommTrac Model C201 must be installed at a minimum safe distance of 17 feet from blasting circuits, explosives, and detonators. Note: Pennsylvania generates such requirements by multiplying the MSHA determined minimum distance of 40" by a factor of 5. 1. 5. FCC Information The FCC ID for the C201 is Y68C201. When configured by Strata for above-ground use, the device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any intentional or unintentional changes or modifications to the configuration of the Communication Node not specifically detailed in this document, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipement. 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 Strata Safety Products LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 P: 1.800.691.6601 F: 770.321.2520 Email: [email protected] Strata CommTrac Communication Node Model C201 – Users …

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American Certification Body Inc. 6731 Whittier Ave Suite C110, McLean, VA 22101 July 29, 2011 RE: Strata Products Worldwide, LLC FCC ID: Y68C201 I have reviewed this Application and found it to comply with FCC Rules and Regulations. Thank you, Douglas E. Noble Examining Engineer mailto: [email protected] Any questions about the content of this correspondence should be directed to the sender.

091010 – 5 Strata Products Worldwide, LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs GA 30350 (770) 321-2500 (800) 691-6601 Authority to Act as Agent Date: February 23, 2011 American Certification Body, Inc. 6731 Whittier Avenue Suite C110 McLean, VA 22101 To Whom It May Concern: Washington Labs and American TBC, inc is authorized to act on our behalf, until otherwise notified, for applications to American Certification Body, Inc. (ACB). We certify that we are not subject to denial of federal benefits, that includes FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 862. Further, no party, as defined in 47 CFR 1.2002 (b), to the application is subject to denial of federal benefits, that includes FCC benefits. Thank you, Agency Agreement Expiration Date: _____February 23, 2012_____ By: __________________________ ___Thomas Michaud____ (Signature 1 ) (Print name) Title: ___Director of Safety Products_____ On behalf of: ____Strata Products Worldwide LLC______ (Company Name) Telephone: __703-303-7810 _____ 1 - Must be signed by applicant contact given for applicant on the FCC site, or by the authorized agent if an appropriate authorized agent letter has been provided. Letters should be placed on appropriate letterhead.

Request for Confidentiality Date: 2/23/11 Subject: Confidentiality Request for: FCC ID – Y68C201, FCC Registration Number - 0020528329 Pursuant to FCC 47 CRF 0.457(d) and 0.459 and IC RSP-100, Section 10, the applicant requests that a part of the subject FCC application be held confidential. Type of Confidentiality Requested Exhibit Short Term Permanent Block Diagrams Short Term External Photos Short Term Permanent* 1 Internal Photos Short Term Permanent Operation Description/Theory of Operation Short Term Permanent Parts List & Placement/BOM Short Term Permanent Tune-Up Procedure Short Term Permanent Schematics Short Term Test Setup Photos Short Term Permanent* User’s Manual *Note: ______The device is proprietary in nature Strata Products Worldwide LLC has spent substantial effort in developing this product and it is one of the first of its kind in industry. Having the subject information easily available to "competition" would negate the advantage they have achieved by developing this product. Not protecting the details of the design will result in financial hardship. Permanent Confidentiality: The applicant requests the exhibits listed above as permanently confidential be permanently withheld from public review due to materials that contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public. Short-Term Confidentiality: The applicant requests the exhibits selected above as short term confidential be withheld from public view for a period of 180 days from the date of the Grant of Equipment Authorization and prior to marketing. This is to avoid premature release of sensitive information prior to marketing or release of the product to the public. Applicant is also aware that they are responsible to notify ACB in the event information regarding the product or the product is made available to the public. ACB will then release the documents listed above for public disclosure pursuant to FCC Public Notice DA 04-1705. NOTE for Industry Canada Applications: The applicant understands that until such time that IC distinguishes between Short Term and Permanent Confidentiality, either type of marked exhibit above will simply be marked Confidential when submitted to IC. Sincerely, By: _____________________________ __Thomas Michaud__________________ (Signature/Title 2 ) (Print name) 1 - The asterisked items (*) require further justification before permanent confidentiality will be allowed. These also currently require review by the FCC under their Permit-But-Ask policy before the grant is issued and can delay completion of an application. Further justification should be added to the note above. One such example for a potted device would be: “The EUT is FULLY potted using a non-removable epoxy based material. Removal of potting material causes irreparable damage to internal circuitry. See photographs exhibits that outline the device before and after potting.” 2 - Must be signed by applicant contact given for applicant on the FCC site, or by the authorized agent if an appropriate authorized agent letter has been provided. Letters should be placed on appropriate letterhead.

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Strata Products Worldwide, LLC 8995 Roswell Road Suite 200 Sandy Springs GA 30350 (770) 321-2500 (800) 691-6601 FCC Label Example: FCC Label Location: The FCC Label will be location on the side of the unit next to the serial programming port and the LED/Reset button. Below is the approximate location of the Label Strata Product Worldwide, LCC CommTrac Communication Node – Model C201 FCC ID: Y68C201 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Certificates and reports shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written permission of Washington Laboratories, Limited. FCC/ Certification Test Report For the Strata Safety Products Communication Node FCCID:Y68C201 WLL JOB# 10755-01 Rev 0 July 11, 2011 Prepared for: Strata Safety Products LLC 8995 Rosell Road Ste 200 Sandy Springs, GA 30350 Prepared By: Washington Laboratories, Ltd. 7560 Lindbergh Drive Gaithersburg, Maryland 20879 Testing Certificate AT 1448-01 Strata Safety Products Comm. Node FCC Certification Test Report July, 2011 WLL Report #11755-01 - ii - © 2011 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. FCC Certification Test Report For the Strata Safety Products Communication Node WLL JOB# 10755-01 Rev 0 July 11, 2011 Prepared by: John P. Repella Compliance Engineer Reviewed by: ___________________________ Steven D. Koster EMC Operations Manager Strata Safety Products Comm. Node FCC Certification Test Report July, 2011 WLL Report #11755-01 - iii - © 2011 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Abstract This report has been prepared on behalf of Strata Safety Products to support the attached Application for Equipment Authorization. The test report and application are submitted for an Intentional Radiator under Part 15.249 (10/2009) of the FCC Rules. This Certification Test Report documents the test configuration and test results for a Strata Safety Products Communication Node. Testing was performed on an Open Area Test Site (OATS) of Washington Laboratories, Ltd, 7560 Lindbergh Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. Site description and site attenuation data have been placed on file with the FCC's Sampling and Measurements Branch at the FCC laboratory in Columbia, MD. The Industry Canada OATS numbers are 3035A-1 and 3035A-2 for Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Site 1 and Site 2, respectively. Washington Laboratories, Ltd. has been accepted by the FCC and approved by ACLASS under Certificate AT-1448 as an independent FCC test laboratory. The Strata Safety Products Communication Node complies with the limits for an Intentional Radiator device under FCC Part 15.249. Revision History Reason Date Rev 0 Initial Release July 11, 2011 Strata Safety Products Comm. Node FCC Certification Test Report July, 2011 WLL Report #11755-01 - iv - © 2011 Washington Laboratories, Ltd. Table of Contents Abstract ........................................................................................................................................... ii 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................1 1.1 Compliance Statement .................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Test Scope ....................................................................................................................... 1 1.3 Contract Information ....................................................................................................... 1 1.4 Test Dates ....................................................................................................................... 1 1.5 Test and Support Personnel ............................................................................................ 1 1.6 Abbreviations .................................................................................................................. 2 2 Equipment Under Test .........................................................................................................3 2.1 EUT Identification & Description .................................................................................. 3 2.2 Test Configuration .......................................................................................................... 3 2.3 Testing Algorithm ........................................................................................................... 3 2.4 Test Location .................................................................................................................. 3 2.5 Measurements ................................................................................................................. 4 2.5.1 References ................................................................................................................... 4 2.6 Measurement Uncertainty ............................................................................................... 4 3 Test Equipment ....................................................................................................................5 4 Test Results ..........................................................................................................................6 4.1 Duty Cycle Correction .................................................................................................... 6 4.2 Occupied Bandwidth: (FCC Part §2.1049 and RSS-210 A1.1.3) ................................... 7 4.3 Radiated Emissions: (FCC Part §2.1053, RSS210 A2.9) ............................................... 8 4.3.1 Test Procedure ............................................................................................................ 8 4.4 Conducted Emissions (AC Power Line) ....................................................................... 12 List of Tables Table 1: Device Summary .............................................................................................................. 3 Table 2: Test Equipment List .......................................................................................................... 5 Table 3: Occupied Bandwidth Results ............................................................................................ 8 Table 4: Radiated Emissions Limits ............................................................................................... 8 Table 5: Radiated Emission Test Data .......................................................................................... 10 Table 6: AC Power …

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Test Setup Photos ©2008 Washington Laboratories, Ltd FCC ID: Y68C201 Test Setup Photos ©2008 Washington Laboratories, Ltd FCC ID: Y68C201 Test Setup Photos ©2008 Washington Laboratories, Ltd FCC ID: Y68C201 Test Setup Photos ©2008 Washington Laboratories, Ltd FCC ID: Y68C201 Test Setup Photos ©2008 Washington Laboratories, Ltd FCC ID: Y68C201 Test Setup Photos ©2008 Washington Laboratories, Ltd FCC ID: Y68C201