YESPCR91501PCR91501 RFID Reader

User Manual PCR91501 – Powercast RFID Reader Powercast products and technology are covered by one or more patents with other patents pending. All patent and trademark information can be found at http://www.powercastco.com/IP/. Rev 1.4 – 2022/09 User’s Manual – PCR91501 Transmitter Page 1 www.powercastco.com PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Powercast PCR91501 is a UHF RFID Reader. It is designed to communicate and power RFID tag devices. The tag device communicates back to the reader via RF backscattering. The backscatter communication eliminates the need for a separate radio on the tag device and enables the detection and identification of the tag device. The tag device also has the ability to send back pertinent information to the reader, such as sensor data or charge level. This information is accessible via the USB-C port on the reader. The reader operates in the 902-928MHz ISM frequency band and is housed in a durable plastic case. Operational power as well as communication is provided to the reader using the USB Type C connector. The PCR91501 Reader has on board LEDs to display status of the reader and tag devices. The PCR91501 has a factory set, fixed power output of 3W EIRP. ORDERING OPTIONS United States Part Number PCR91501 Canada Part Number PCR91501-CA PRODUCT CONTENTS The following items are included: Qty Description 1 PCR91501 Transmitter 1 Cable 1 Quick start instruction card APPLICATIONS • Communicate with and power high function RFID tags o Active, battery recharging tags o Passive, charge-and-fire tags • Communicate with and charge consumer electronic devices o Headphones, earbuds, game controllers, remotes, keyboards and mice, etc. • Communicate with and power sensor devices o Temperature, pressure, humidity, etc. • Inventory items in a room User Manual PCR91501 – Powercast RFID Reader Rev 1.4 – 2022/09 User’s Manual – PCR91501 RFID Reader Page 2 www.powercastco.com SET-UP AND OPERATION 1. Place the Reader in the desired location. 2. Plug in the USB-C cable to the back of the reader. 3. Connect the other end to a 5V USB A device. The Reader’s LED will illuminate and the PCR91501 will start polling for end for devices. 4. Data is provided on the USB-A connector. 5. The PCR91501 will automatically turn off if no tag devices are present. It will periodically poll for the presence of tag devices. The status LED indicates the following operating conditions: LED Status Description Off Off Device is not Powered Solid Green Active Device has power Solid Blue Data Received Tag device is present CAPTURING DATA FROM THE READER 1. Connect the RFID Reader to a PC or other communication device using the USB-A to USB-C cable. 2. Open USB Serial Port connection, such as Tera Term 3. Use the following settings: a. Speed: 9600 b. Data: 8 bit c. Parity: Even d. Stop bits: 1 bit e. Flow control: none 4. The reader will automatically start sending reader and tag data to the PC or communication device. User Manual PCR91501 – Powercast RFID Reader Rev 1.4 – 2022/09 User’s Manual – PCR91501 RFID Reader Page 3 www.powercastco.com SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Frequency Frequency Hopping: 906.36MHz to 924MHz; 915 MHz Center Frequency RF Communication Tx: Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK) Rx: RF Backscatter Power output 3 watts EIRP Beam pattern Horizontal Polarization (tabletop mounting) Approvals United States - FCC ID: YESPCR91501 Canada - IC ID: 8985A-PCR91501 Interface USB Port Serial Communication Operating Temperature -20°C to 40°C Environment Indoor use only Mounting Mount on a non-metallic flat surface Power 5VDC/1A through USB-C Port Color Grey Dimensions 7.75” × 2.6” × 1.5” Note: The PCR91501 is not EPC Gen 2 Compliant User Manual PCR91501 – Powercast RFID Reader Rev 1.4 – 2022/09 User’s Manual – PCR91501 RFID Reader Page 4 www.powercastco.com SUPPORT Technical support for Powercast products can be initiated through the following methods: Website contact form: http://www.powercastco.com/contact/ Telephone: +1 412-455-5800 COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Powercast could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Use and maintain device only as specified in this manual. 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 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. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. User Manual PCR91501 – Powercast RFID Reader Rev 1.4 – 2022/09 User’s Manual – PCR9150…

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FCC ID: YESPCR91501 ISED: 8985A-PCR91501 Powercast Corporation External Photos External Photo – Front External Photo – Front, right side, top External Photo – Back, right side, top External Photo – Bottom, left side, front External Photo - Back External Photo – Bottom, left side, back

PCR91501 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. POWERCAST RFID READER - 915 MHz FCC ID: YESPCR91501 IC: 8985A-PCR91501

PCR91501 Label Location FCC ID: YESPCR91501 IC ID: 8985A-PCR91501 Powercast Corporation Label located in indent in plastic

FCC ID: YESPCR91501 ISED: 8985A-PCR91501 Powercast Corporation Internal Photos Internal Photo - Back Internal Photo - Front Internal Photo – Front Opened Patch Antenna (black) Antenna Ground Plane (gold) Internal Photos – Front Open Zoomed Internal Photos – Under Antenna

Intertek 731 Enterprise Drive Lexington, KY 40510 Tel 859 226 1000 Fax 859 226 1040 www.intertek.com Powercast Corporation MPE REPORT SCOPE OF WORK MPE CALCULATION ON THE POWERCAST RFID READER MODEL PCR91501 REPORT NUMBER 105207900LEX-003 ISSUE DATE 12/12/2022 PAGES 11 DOCUMENT CONTROL NUMBER Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 © 2017 INTERTEK This report is for the exclusive use of Intertek's Client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client. Intertek's responsibility and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Intertek assumes no liability to any party, other than to the Client in accordance with the agreement, for any loss, expense or damage occasioned by the use of this report. Only the Client is authorized to copy or distribute this report and then only in its entirety. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material, product or service must first be approved in writing by Intertek. The observations and test results in this report are relevant only to the sample tested. This report by itself does not imply that the material, product, or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program. Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. MPE TEST REPORT Report Number: 105207900LEX-003 Project Number: G105207900 Report Issue Date: 12/12/2022 Product Name: Powercast RFID Reader model PCR91501 Standards: FCC Part 1.1310 Limits for Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) Tested by: Client: Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. 731 Enterprise Drive Lexington, KY 40510 USA Powercast Corporation 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Report prepared by Report reviewed by Seth Parker, Associate Engineer Brian Lackey, Team Leader Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader, Model PCR91501 MPE Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 3 of 11 Report Number: 105207900LEX-003 Table of Contents 1 Introduction and Conclusion ........................................................................................................................... 4 2 Test Summary ................................................................................................................................................ 4 3 Client Information .......................................................................................................................................... 5 4 Description of Equipment under Test and Variant Models .............................................................................. 6 5 Antenna Gain ................................................................................................................................................. 7 6 FCC Limits ....................................................................................................................................................... 8 7 Test Procedure ............................................................................................................................................... 9 8 Results: ........................................................................................................................................................ 10 9 Revision History ........................................................................................................................................... 11 Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader, Model PCR91501 MPE Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 4 of 11 Report Number: 105207900LEX-003 1 Introduction and Conclusion The tests indicated in section 2.0 were performed on the product constructed as described in section 4.0. The remaining test sections are the verbatim text from the actual data sheets used during the investigation. These test sections include the test name, the specified test Method, a list of the actual Test Equipment Used, documentation Photos, Results and raw Data. No additions, deviations, or exclusions have been made from the standard(s) unless specifically noted. Based on the results of our investigation, we have concluded the product tested complies with the requirements of the standard(s) indicated. The results obtained in this test report pertain only to the item(s) tested. Intertek does not make any claims of compliance for samples or variants which were not tested. 2 Test Summary Section Test full name Result 8 FCC Part 1.1310 Limits for Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) (Limits for General Population / Uncontrolled Exposure) Pass Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader, Model PCR91501 MPE Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 5 of 11 Report Number: 105207900LEX-003 3 Client Information This product was tested at the request of the following: Client Information Client Name: Powercast Corporation Address: 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Contact: Jason Gill Telephone: +1 (413) 923-4796 Email: [email protected] Manufacturer Information Manufacturer Name: Powercast Corporation Manufacturer Address: 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader, Model PCR91501 MPE Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 6 of 11 Report Number: 105207900LEX-003 4 Description of Equipment under Test and Variant Models Equipment Under Test Product Name Powercast RFID Reader Model Number PCR91501 Test Start Date 9/30/2022 Test End Date 12/8/2022 Device Received Condition Good Test Sample Type Pre-Production Transmit Band 902 MHz – 928 MHz Test Channels 906.36 MHz, 915 MHz, 924 MHz Equipment Time Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) Antenna Make, Model, and Gain 1 PCR91501 Integrated Patch Antenna Peak gain 3.8 (5.8 dBi, 3.65 dBd) Input Rating 5V 1A USB-C Description of Equipment Under Test (provide…

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Intertek 731 Enterprise Drive Lexington, KY 40510 Tel 859 226 1000 Fax 859 226 1040 www.intertek.com Powercast Corporation TEST REPORT SCOPE OF WORK EMC TESTING – POWERCAST RFID READER MODEL PCR91501 REPORT NUMBER 105207900LEX-002 ISSUE DATE 12/12/2022 PAGES 50 DOCUMENT CONTROL NUMBER Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 © 2017 INTERTEK This report is for the exclusive use of Intertek's Client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client. Intertek's responsibility and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Intertek assumes no liability to any party, other than to the Client in accordance with the agreement, for any loss, expense or damage occasioned by the use of this report. Only the Client is authorized to copy or distribute this report and then only in its entirety. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material, product or service must first be approved in writing by Intertek. The observations and test results in this report are relevant only to the sample tested. This report by itself does not imply that the material, product, or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program. Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. EMC TEST REPORT (FULL COMPLIANCE) Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 Project Number: G105207900 Report Issue Date: 12/12/2022 Model(s) Tested: Powercast RFID Reader model PCR91501 Standards: Title 47 CFR Part 15.247 RSS-247 Issue 2 RSS-Gen Issue 5 Tested by: Client: Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. 731 Enterprise Dr. Lexington, KY 40510 USA Powercast Corporation 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Report prepared by Report reviewed by Seth Parker, Associate Engineer Brian Lackey, Team Leader Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 3 of 50 Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 Table of Contents 1 Introduction and Conclusion ........................................................................................................................... 4 2 Test Summary ................................................................................................................................................ 4 3 Client Information .......................................................................................................................................... 5 4 Description of Equipment under Test and Variant Models .............................................................................. 6 5 System Setup and Method ............................................................................................................................. 7 6 Occupied Bandwidth ...................................................................................................................................... 8 7 Maximum Peak Output Power ..................................................................................................................... 16 8 Carrier Frequency Separation ....................................................................................................................... 20 9 Number of Hopping Frequencies .................................................................................................................. 24 10 Time of Occupancy ................................................................................................................................... 26 11 Radiated Spurious Emissions & Band Edge ............................................................................................... 33 12 Conducted Spurious Emissions .................................................................................................................. 43 13 Antenna Requirement .............................................................................................................................. 49 14 Revision History ........................................................................................................................................ 50 Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 4 of 50 Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 1 Introduction and Conclusion The tests indicated in section 2.0 were performed on the product constructed as described in section 4.0. The remaining test sections are the verbatim text from the actual data sheets used during the investigation. These test sections include the test name, the specified test Method, a list of the actual Test Equipment Used, documentation Photos, Results, and raw Data. No additions, deviations, or exclusions have been made from the standard(s) unless specifically noted. Based on the results of our investigation, we have concluded the product tested complies with the requirements of the standard(s) indicated. The results obtained in this test report pertain only to the item(s) tested. Intertek does not make any claims of compliance for samples or variants which were not tested. 2 Test Summary Section Test full name Result 6 Occupied Bandwidth (FCC Part 15.215(c), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.1(c)) Pass 7 Output Power (FCC Part 15.247(b)(2), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.4(a)) Pass 8 Carrier Frequency Separation (FCC Part 15.247(a)(1), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.1(b)) Pass 9 Number of Hopping Frequencies (FCC Part 15.247(a)(1)(i), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.1(c)) Pass 10 Time of Occupancy (FCC Part 15.247(a)(1)(i), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.1(c)) Pass 11 Radiated Spurious Emissions & Band Edge (FCC Part 15.247(d), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.5) Pass 12 Conducted Spurious Emissions (FCC Part 15.247(d), RSS-247 Issue 2 § 5.5) Pass 13 Antenna Requirement (FCC Part 15.203, RSS-Gen Issue 5 § 6.8) Pass Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 5…

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PCR91501 Antenna Datasheet PCR91501 Antenna Datasheet REV1 © 2022 Powercast Corporation 1 Description The Powercast PCR91501 has an integrated patch antenna. The antenna is not changeable by the end user. The antenna has linear polarization, a directional radiation pattern, and a bandwidth that includes the entire UHF range. Antenna Parameters PARAMETER SPECIFICATION Frequency Range 902-928MHz Peak Gain 3.8 (5.8dBi) Return Loss < -10dB (898-928MHz) Impedance 50 ohms Radiation Pattern Directional Half-Power Bandwidth Polarization Linear - Horizontal PCR91501 Antenna Datasheet PCR91501 Antenna Datasheet REV1 © 2022 Powercast Corporation 2 Return Loss Linear Gain

Intertek 731 Enterprise Drive Lexington, KY 40510 Tel 859 226 1000 Fax 859 226 1040 www.intertek.com Powercast Corporation TEST REPORT SCOPE OF WORK EMC TESTING – POWERCAST RFID READER MODEL PCR91501 STANDARDS Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ICES-003 Issue 7 REPORT NUMBER 105207900LEX-001 ISSUE DATE 12/12/2022 PAGES 17 DOCUMENT CONTROL NUMBER Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 © 2017 INTERTEK This report is for the exclusive use of Intertek's Client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client. Intertek's responsibility and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Intertek assumes no liability to any party, other than to the Client in accordance with the agreement, for any loss, expense or damage occasioned by the use of this report. Only the Client is authorized to copy or distribute this report and then only in its entirety. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material, product or service must first be approved in writing by Intertek. The observations and test results in this report are relevant only to the sample tested. This report by itself does not imply that the material, product, or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program. Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. EMC TEST REPORT (FULL COMPLIANCE) Report Number: 105207900LEX-001 Project Number: G105207900 Report Issue Date: 12/12/2022 Model(s) Tested: Powercast RFID Reader model PCR91501 Standards: Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ICES-003 Issue 7 Tested by: Client: Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. 731 Enterprise Dr. Lexington, KY 40510 USA Powercast Corporation 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Report prepared by Report reviewed by Seth Parker, Associate Engineer Brian Lackey, Team Leader Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 3 of 17 Report Number: 105207900LEX-001 Table of Contents 1 Introduction and Conclusion ........................................................................................................................... 4 2 Test Summary ................................................................................................................................................ 4 3 Client Information .......................................................................................................................................... 5 4 Description of Equipment under Test and Variant Models .............................................................................. 6 5 System Setup and Method ............................................................................................................................. 7 6 Radiated Emissions ........................................................................................................................................ 8 7 Conducted Emissions .................................................................................................................................... 13 8 Revision History ........................................................................................................................................... 16 Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 4 of 17 Report Number: 105207900LEX-001 1 Introduction and Conclusion The tests indicated in section 2.0 were performed on the product constructed as described in section 4.0. The remaining test sections are the verbatim text from the actual data sheets used during the investigation. These test sections include the test name, the specified test Method, a list of the actual Test Equipment Used, documentation Photos, Results and raw Data. No additions, deviations, or exclusions have been made from the standard(s) unless specifically noted. Based on the results of our investigation, we have concluded the product tested complies with the requirements of the standard(s) indicated. The results obtained in this test report pertain only to the item(s) tested. Intertek does not make any claims of compliance for samples or variants which were not tested. 2 Test Summary Section Test full name Result 6 Radiated Emissions (ANSI C63.4: 2014) Pass 7 Conducted Emissions (ANSI C63.4: 2014) Pass Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 5 of 17 Report Number: 105207900LEX-001 3 Client Information This product was tested at the request of the following: Client Information Client Name: Powercast Corporation Address: 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Contact: Jason Gill Telephone: +1 (413) 923-4796 Email: [email protected] Manufacturer Information Manufacturer Name: Powercast Corporation Manufacturer Address: 620 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2912 USA Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 6 of 17 Report Number: 105207900LEX-001 4 Description of Equipment under Test and Variant Models Equipment Under Test Product Name Powercast RFID Reader Model Number PCR91501 Test Start Date 10/3/2022 Test End Date 10/19/2022 Device Received Condition Good Test Sample Type Pre-Production Transmit Band 902 MHz – 928 MHz Test Channels 906.36 MHz, 915 MHz, 924 MHz Equipment Time Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) Antenna Make, Model, and Gain 1 PCR91501 Integrated Patch Antenna Peak gain 3.8 (5.8 dBi, 3.65 dBd) Input Rating 5V 1A USB-C Description of Equipment Under Test (provided by client) RFID Reader. 4.1 Variant Models: There were no variant models covered by this evaluation. 1 This information was provided by the client and deviations from these values may affect compliance. Inter…

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Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 1 of 4 Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 Unintentional and radiated spurious emissions, 30MHz – 1GHz Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 2 of 4 Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 Unintentional emissions, 1GHz – 18GHz Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 3 of 4 Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 Radiated spurious emissions, 1GHz – 18GHz Evaluation For: Powercast Corporation Product: Powercast RFID Reader EMC Test Report Date: 12/12/2022 Non-Specific EMC Report Shell Rev. December 2017 Page 4 of 4 Report Number: 105207900LEX-002 Conducted emissions 150kHz – 30MHz