FCC ID: SJC-ETERNA2 802.15.4 Wireless Mesh Mote

 

Antenna Installation Manual Antenna and Trace Information

(May also reference image above for dimensions) Antenna type: inverted F Nominal Impedance: 50ohm Dielectric Constant of PCB Substrate 4.27 Radio to Antenna Trace Width: Approx 0.58mm Length: Approx 22mm Antenna Trace Antenna Installation Manual Width: Approx 1mm width Length: Approx 10mm and 12.8mm Contact Information Per Section CFR 47, Part 2.909, the responsible party within the United States is the following:

Company: Emerson Automation Solutions, Rosemount Inc Address: 6021 Innovation Blvd., Shakopee, MN, 55379, USA Contact Person: Elizabeth Reierson Title: Quality Engineer Email: elizabeth.reierson@emerson.com

 

 

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Contents Contents.......................................................................................................................2 1 Introduction .............................................................................................................4 1.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................. 4 1.2 Scope................................................................................................................ 4 1.3 References......................................................................................................... 4 1.4 Definitions ......................................................................................................... 4 1.5 General Description ............................................................................................. 4 1.6 Operational Description........................................................................................ 4 1.7 Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 5 2 Command and Response...........................................................................................5 2.1 CLI UART ........................................................................................................... 5 2.2 API UART........................................................................................................... 6 3 Test Configurations ..................................................................................................6 3.1 Radiated Immunity.............................................................................................. 6 3.2 Emissions and Conducted Measurements................................................................ 6 4 Tests ........................................................................................................................7 4.1 Conventions ....................................................................................................... 7 4.2 Receiver Emission Tests ....................................................................................... 7 4.3 Transmitter Power and Spectral Tests .................................................................... 7 4.4 Transmitter Carrier Tests ..................................................................................... 8 4.5 Radiated Emissions ............................................................................................. 9 4.6 Radiated Immunity.............................................................................................. 9 4.7 Minimum Frequency Occupation, Hopping Sequence and Tests .................................12 4.8 Occupied Channel Bandwidth, Duty Cycle and Dwell Time Tests................................12 4.9 Radio Inactive Emission Tests ..............................................................................13 5 Specifications .........................................................................................................13 5.1 Radio Specifications............................................................................................13 6 Regulatory and Standards Compliance ...................................................................14 6.1 RF Exposure......................................................................................................14 6.2 Users Manual Language......................................................................................14 6.3 FCC Compliance.................................................................................................14 FCC Testing..........................................................................................................15 6.3.1 Antenna Selection ........................................................................................15 6.3.2 OEM Labeling Requirements ..........................................................................15 6.4 Industry Canada (IC) Compliance / Conformit la norme Industrie Canada (IC)........15 6.4.1 RF Exposure / Exposition aux Rayonnements Radiofrquences ...........................15 6.4.2 Users Manual Language / Libell du Manuel dUtilisateur ...................................16 6.4.3 IC Testing / Protocole dEssai.........................................................................16 6.4.4 Antenna Selection / Choix de lantenne ...........................................................16 6.4.5 OEM Labeling Requirements / Etiquetage des appareils .....................................16 6.5 CE Compliance ..................................................................................................17 2 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide 6.5.1 Declaration of Conformity .............................................................................17 6.5.2 European Compliance ...................................................................................17 6.5.3 Antenna Selection ........................................................................................17 6.5.4 OEM Labeling Requirements ..........................................................................17 6.6 Compliance to Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) .....................................17 6.7 Encryption Cipher ..............................................................................................18 ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 3 1 Introduction 1.1 Purpose This document is provided to OEMs for the installation of the ETERNA2 into a finished product. Provided the OEMs usage of ETERNA2 is compliant with the requirements included in Section 6, the OEM is not required to complete radio certification of ETERNA2s radio performance in FCC, IC and CE regulated geographies. In addition this manual provides the information necessary to perform certification of the ETERNA2 module for other geographies. 1.2 Scope This document is intended for those who are responsible for installing and testing the ETERNA2 module design for regulatory requirements. 1.3 References

[1] IEEE Std 802.15.4-2006, Wireless Medium Access Control (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY) Specifications for Low-Rate Wireless Personal Area Networks (LR-WPANs) 1.4 Definitions DUT Mote Low Channel Mid Channel High Channel Device Under Test A node in a mesh network The lowest frequency channel occupied by ETERNA2 is channel 0 centered at 2405 MHz. This channel corresponds to channel 11, as defined by [1]. The channel closest to the center of the 2.4 GHz ISM band occupied by ETERNA2 is channel 7, centered at 2440 MHz. This channel corresponds to channel 18, as defined by [1]. The highest frequency channel occupied by ETERNA2 is channel 14, centered at 2475 MHz. This channel corresponds to channel 25, as defined by [1]. 1.5 General Description ETERNA2 combines a microprocessor and a IEEE-802.15.4 radio with networking capabilities to provide a time synchronized, ultra low power network, designed to enable operation from battery sources for extended periods of time. The design is a PCB including castellated leads for access to the device and network, an SoC (includes radio and CPU), power supply filtering, and an MMCX connector to the antenna port or integral antenna. 1.6 Operational Description ETERNA2 provides a IEEE 802.15.4 compliant radios that modulate a DSSS OQPSK set of symbols at a chip rate of 2 Mcps. Dust radios operate on a TDMA time schedule that uses either 7.25 or 10 ms timeslots. A transmit timeslot consists of 5 stages:

Initialization: radio is prepared for transmit (transmitter is off) 1. 2. Ramp: transmitter is ramped to peak power 3. Transmit: 128 bytes of data maximum + 5 bytes preamble/SFD 4. Turnaround: radio is set to receive 5. Receive: radio waits in receive for ACK, then turns off Total transmit time for a 128 byte packet plus all overhead (SFD / Preamble / Ramp) is 4.33ms. A receive timeslot consists of 5 stages:

Initialization: radio is prepared for receive 1. 2. Check for start of packet if no packet is received within a guard time the radio is disabled and no further action is taken 4 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide 3. Receive the packet: up to 128 bytes of data maximum + 5 bytes preamble/SFD 4. Turnaround: radio waits 1 ms and then is set to transmit 5. Transmit: radio sends an ACK (21 bytes of data + 5 bytes preamble/SFD), then turns off Total transmit time for an ACK is plus all overhead (SFD / Preamble / Ramp) is 1.101 ms. Measured records and calculations of ETERNA2 radio transmit duty cycling are included in ETERNA Duty cycle.pdf. When the radio is not in operation, the CPU is occasionally (every few seconds for a few milliseconds) operating, monitoring temperature and voltage. The remainder of the time the ETERNA2 in a low power mode operating solely from a 32 kHz crystal source. 1.7 Block Diagram SRAM 72 KB Flash 512 KB Flash Controller Code Cortex-M3 System Timers Sched. Timer Clocks 32.768 kHz &

20 MHz 32 kHz, 20 MHz Primary DC/DC Converter PMU /

Clock Control Microprocessor Clock 1.8432 to 18.432 MHz Relaxation Oscillator 32 kHz PA Regulator Voltage Reference Core Regulator Clock Regulator Analog Regulator AES Auto MAC 802.15.4 Mod 802.15.4 Framing DMA 802.15.4 Demod PoR DAC LPF Tx VCO out = fc MHz PA Rx VCO out = fc 2.5 MHz PLL ADC Limitter BPF PPF LNA AGC RSSI 10-bit ADC VGA Bat. Load PTAT 4-bit DAC 2 0 M H z IPCS SPI Slave CLI UART

(2 pin) API UART

(6-pin) ADC Ctrl. Note that fc = 2405 + n*5 MHz, where n = 0, 1, 2, 14. 2 Command and Response 2.1 CLI UART ETERNA2 includes a Command Line Interface, CLI, UART that supports a full set of text commands described in this document to enable product certification. The interface operates at LVTTL levels matching the VSUPPLY input to ETERNA2. The UART is configured at 9600 baud, 8-bit, no parity, 1 stop bit, and does not support flow control. ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 5 2.2 API UART ETERNA2 offers a comprehensive Application Programming Interface, API, that provides full programmatic access to control the device, monitor its status (such as battery charge and network status), and provide access to the wireless mesh network. Messages over the API UART are HDLC encoded and require specific software to support command and response communication required for regulatory testing. Refer to the SmartMesh API Guide for details. 3 Test Configurations Test configurations can be divided into two distinct configurations, one for Radiated immunity and a second for Emissions and Conducted Measurements. 3.1 Radiated Immunity Operation of the network in the presence of an interferer can most easily be monitored by operating ETERNA2 as a mote participating in a network. In this configuration, the RF link between the ETERNA2 and a network manager can be exercised and simultaneously monitored via the network managers UART CLI port. Communication and monitoring to the UART CLI port can be done via generally available terminal emulation software, such as TeraTerm, HyperTerminal, or iTerm2. 3.2 Emissions and Conducted Measurements Emissions and Conducted measurements can be made with ETERNA2 integrated into a product or stand alone. When integrated into a product a convenient method to invoke commands over ETERNA2s CLI or API UART should be considered as part of the product design. To access the CLI port and power on ETERNA2 in a stand alone configuration, a Samtec MTMM-111-04-S-S-175-003, connector should be installed on J2, as shown below, J2 per the pinout shown below, provides both power and connection to ETERNA2s CLI port. Connection to pins 1 through 6 are optional for CLI access. 6 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide 4 Tests Conventions 4.1 Input from the user during a test will be in bold. Command line information will be shown in Plain Text. Command parameters, either numerical, alphanumeric or enumerated, are shown between greater than and less than symbols. I.e.

<parameter>. 4.2 Receiver Emission Tests Much of the testing focused on the receiver can be accomplished by enabling ETERNA2s radio to receive for an extended period of time using the following sequence:

Power up ETERNA2 and connect to the CLI port. Enter the following command

> radiotest on Reset or power cycle ETERNA2 and enter the following command

> radiotest rx <chanMask> <time>

Where <chanMask> would nominally be set to 0x0001 (low) , 0x0080 (mid) or 0x4000 (high) and <time> in seconds.. This sequence enables testing of:

Receiver Conducted Spurious Emissions Operating (EN 300 328) Receiver Radiated Spurious Emissions Operating (EN 300 328, FCC 15.109) AC Conducted Emissions (FCC 15.207) After completing tests that require radiotest commands (tx and rx) use the radiotest off command to return the device to its normal state:

> radiotest off Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. 4.3 Transmitter Power and Spectral Tests Much of the testing focused on the transmitter can be accomplished by enabling ETERNA2s radio to continuously transmit a modulated signal using the following sequence:

Power up ETERNA2 and connect to the CLI port. Enter the following command:

> radiotest on Reset or power cycle ETERNA2 and enter the following command:

> radiotest tx cm <chanMask> <power>

Where <chanMask> would nominally be set to 0x0001 (low) , 0x0080 (mid) or 0x4000 (high) and <power> to 8, the highest output power setting used in the OEM product. ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 7 This sequence enables testing of:

Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EN 300 328) Maximum Spectral Power Density (EN 300 328, FCC 15.247(e)) Frequency Range / Band Edge (EN 300 328 / FCC 15.247(d)) Transmitter Conducted Spurious Emissions Operating (EN 300 328, FCC 15.247(d)) Transmitter Radiated Spurious Emissions Operating (EN 300 328, FCC 15.247(d)) AC Conducted Emissions (FCC 15.207) Bandwidth (FCC 15.247(a)(2), RSS 210 99% Bandwidth) RF Power Output (FCC 15.247(b)(3)) After completing tests that require radiotest commands (tx and rx) use the radiotest off command to return the device to its normal state:

> radiotest off Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. NOTE: If testing encompasses measuring ETERNA2s output power or PSD, Power Spectral Density, over a range of voltages, the radiotest off command must be issued every time the voltage to ETERNA2 is changed to ensure accurate output power measurements. During product operation ETERNA2, dynamically adjusts its regulation to its power amplifier, based upon the supply voltage to keep the supply to the PA constant. The radiotest tx cm and radiotest tx cw commands do not dynamically adjust the power to the PA, only taking a single measurement when the command is issued. WARNING: It is possible to permanently damage ETERNA2, by initiating a radiotest tx cm or radiotest tx cw command at a low voltage and susiquently raising the voltage without issuing a radiotest off command. 4.4 Transmitter Carrier Tests Testing ETERNA2s carrier frequency accuracy can be done by enabling ETERNA2s radio to continuously transmit an unmodulated signal using the following sequence:

Power up ETERNA2 and connect to the CLI port. Enter the following command

> radiotest on Reset or power cycle ETERNA2 and enter the following command

> radiotest tx cw <chanMask> <power>

Where <chanMask> would nominally be set to 0x0001 (low) , 0x0080 (mid) or 0x4000 (high) and <power> to 8, the highest output power setting used in the OEM product. After completing tests that require radiotest commands (tx and rx) use the radiotest off command to return the device to its normal state:

> radiotest off Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. 8 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide 4.5 Radiated Emissions Radiated emission tests, such as described in EN 301 489-17, are designed to test that a DUTs unintentionally radiated emissions are below defined limits. As the radio itself has been modularly certified this is not a test of the emissions with the radio in operation. To prevent ETERNA2 from actively running its radio during connect to ETERNA2s CLI port and enter the set command as follows:

> radiotest on Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. The radio is now inactive and will remain inactive until a tx or rx command is given. After completing tests that require radiotest commands (tx and rx) use the radiotest off command to return the device to its normal state:

> radiotest off Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. 4.6 Radiated Immunity Radiated immunity tests, such as described in EN-61000-4-3, are designed to test a DUTs operation due to an out of band interferer. When performing such tests the test system should be verified to prove the test system is not injecting noise due to harmonic distortion into the 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz band. To perform this class of test ETERNA2 should be placed in a network and the network function can be demonstrated as follows:

Create a network of devices with a network manager and two ETERNA2 motes (the minimum configuration to form a network). Make sure the MAC addresses for both ETERNA2 motes and the manager are clearly labeled on each device. Connect to the managers CLI port and issue the following commands:

> login user

> show mote *

Mote #1, mac: 00-17-0D-00-00-19-20-2C, ver: 2.2.1.7 State: Oper, Hops: 0.0, Uptime: 2561, Age: 0 Number of neighbors (parents): 2 (0) Number of links (tx/rx): 17 (0/4) Number of no bitmap links : 13 Neighbors:

<- #2 Q: 28

<- #3 Q: 28 Mote #2, mac: 00-17-0D-00-00-19-33-07, ver: 2.2.1.7 State: Oper, Hops: 1.0, Uptime: 2475, Age: 13 Number of neighbors (parents): 2 (1) Number of links (tx/rx): 15 (2/2) Neighbors:

-> #1 Q: 28

<- #3 Q: 29 Mote #3, mac: 00-17-0D-00-00-10-20-4D, ver: 2.2.1.7 State: Oper, Hops: 1.4, Uptime: 2460, Age: 7 Number of neighbors (parents): 2 (2) ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 9 Number of links (tx/rx): 14 (2/0) Neighbors:

-> #1 Q: 28

-> #2 Q: 29 Note: It can take up to 10 minutes for the network to form and will take longer if the manager has been powered up for a lengthy period of time. For best results power up all devices within a couple of minutes. Mote 1 is always the mote in the Network Manager and the assignment of motes 2 through 3 are based upon order of joining the network which is not deterministic. To determine which mote number is which device use the MAC address as a reference:

To force a message to a particular mote enter: ping <mote number> which will look like:

> ping 2

> Sending ping request to mote 2

> Ping response from mote 2, time=900 msec v=3645 t=25 Ping commands that fail will return with a timeout error message:

Ping from mote 2 timed out Inherently the manager CLI port will generate a notification when a device fails to communicate and falls off the network. During normal network operation devices are communicating at least every 15 seconds. To reduce dwell time the use of a script to ping the target device will increase the radio traffic. The traffic rate will be twice the rate of the ping command being sent. A simple method, uses the windows program TeraTerm Pro. TeraTerm Pro can be downloaded at http://sourceforge.jp/projects/ttssh2/releases/. Configure TeraTerm as follows to communicate with the network managers CLI port with the following steps:

1. Launch TeraTerm 10 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide 2. Select the serial port corresponding to the CLI interface to the network manager 3. Setup the Serial Port via the Setup -> Serial port Menu item:

4. Create a TeraTerm macro, a text file with the extension *.ttl, with the following content:

; Tera Term macro for pinging Dust motes in a network over the managers CLI port

; File: ping_loop.ttl

; Description: Looping ping macro for support of Radiated Immunity testing of Dust

; Networks Radios. Set for one ping two messages every delayInMiliSeconds period,

; with 255 steps from 80 to 1000 MHz. For Radiated Immunity above 1 GHz testing is

; only intended to be performed for bands where portable radios are permitted to

; operate - this range and therefore the test duration will change over time. timeout = 10 steps = 255 delayInMiliSeconds = 3000 sendln for i 1 steps sendln ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 11 mpause delayInMiliSeconds sendln "ping 2"

next pause 5 sendln "#----- Macro Finish -----"

end 5. Call the macro from the TeraTerm menu Control -> Macro and load the created macro file. This will create a series of Ping request and responses from the mote. 4.7 Minimum Frequency Occupation, Hopping Sequence and Tests Testing ETERNA2s Minimum Frequency Occupation, Hopping Sequence is most easily measured by operating ETERNA2 in a self hoping mode. Power up both the manager and the mote and connect to the CLI port of each. Enter the following command

> radiotest on Reset or power cycle both the mote and manager. The devices will hop between channels and transmit despite not being joined in a network. Start test:

> radiotest tx <testType> <chanMask> <power> [<repeatCnt> {<pkLen> <delay>...}]

<testType> is Type of transmission test to initiate: 'pk' = packets, 'cm' = continuous modulation, 'cw' - continuous wave.

<chanMask> is a hex bitmap of channels to use with the LSB corresponding to channel 0 and the MSB corresponding to channel 15. Channel 15 in product is never used. E.g. 7fff results in operation on channels 0-14 and 0001 results in operations only on channel 0. <power> sets the radio output power, a value of 8 should be used for maximum power. The transmitter will transmit in a sequence of packets and gaps defined by a series of alternating <pkLen> and <delay>

parameters. The <pkLen> parameter defines the packet length in terms of bytes and is limited to a range of 2 to 125 bytes. Note the protocol will append 8 bytes to the packet payload, so the actual transmitted length of bytes <pkLen> + 8, for a maximum of 133 bytes. The <delay> parameter defines the delay from the start of one packet to the next in s. The

<repeatCnt> parameter defines the number of times that the defined packet sequence will repeat. A <repeat> value of 0 results in the sequence repeating indefinitely. To demonstrate the maximum duty cycle of the system on the low channel using every slot issue the following command:

> radiotest tx pk 0x0001 8 0 125 11483 24 6855 24 6833 24 2177 To demonstrate the maximum duty cycle of the system on the middle channel when every other slot is active, issue the following command:

> radiotest tx pk 0x0080 8 0 125 11483 24 6855 24 6833 24 2177 To demonstrate the maximum duty cycle of the system on the high channel when every other slot is active, issue the following command:

> radiotest tx pk 0x4000 8 0 125 11483 24 6855 24 6833 24 2177 After completing tests that require the DUT to hop outside of a network, use the radiotest off command to return the device to its normal state:

> radiotest off Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. 4.8 Occupied Channel Bandwidth, Duty Cycle and Dwell Time Tests Testing ETERNA2s Occupied Channel Bandwidth, Duty Cycle and Dwell Time, as per EN 300 328, is most easily measured by operating ETERNA2 in a network, in which both the network manager and the mote are configured to hop on a 12 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide single channel. If possible perform the test in a conducted fashion, connecting 70 dB of attenuation to the radio that is not the DUT. Connect a splitter or RF-T to the DUT radio, attaching a spectrum analyzer or power meter to one port and the non-

DUT radio via 70 dB of attenuation to the other port. Power up both the manager and the mote. Connect to the CLI port of the manager. Enter the following command

> onechan <channel>

Where channel number is any channel between 0 and 14. Reset or power cycle both the mote and manager. The devices will hop on a single channel after rebooting and forming a network. After completing tests that require the DUT to hop on a single channel, use the onechan off command to return the manager to its normal state:

> onechan off Reset or power cycle ETERNA2. 4.9 Radio Inactive Emission Tests To test ETERNA2 for emissions with the radio inactive:

Power up ETERNA2 and connect to the CLI port. Enter the following commands:

> set mode slave

> reset NOTE: The device will remain inactive through power cycling. To resume radio testing, enter the following commands:

> set mode master

> reset 5 Specifications Table 1 Normal Operating Conditions Parameter Operational supply voltage range

(between VDD and VSS) Operating temperatures Min 2.1

-40 Typ Max 3.76

+85 Units Comments V C Including noise and load regulation 5.1 Radio Specifications ETERNA2 operates as an IEEE-802.15.4 compliant radio, both transmitting and receiving in a TDMA channel access method. Table 2 Radio Specifications Parameter Frequency Band of Operation Number of channels Carrier Frequencies Occupied Channel Bandwidth Channel separation Frequency Accuracy ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Min 2400

-40 Typ 15 2400 + (n-10) * 5 2.7 5 Max 2483.5 Units MHz 40 MHz MHz MHz ppm Comments Where n = 11 to 25 At -20 dBc Dust Networks 13 Parameter Conducted Output Power

(LTP5902) Radiated Output Power

(LTP5901) Min Typ 8 9.5 Max Units dBm Comments dBi The LTP5901 oderable instantiation of ETERNA2 includes an integral antenna with a peak gain of 1.5 dBi ITU Designation of Emission Modulation Signal Information 2M70G1DDT (numbers in bold) OQPSK IEEE-802.15.4, TDMA 6 Regulatory and Standards Compliance 6.1 RF Exposure The radiated output power of ETERNA2 is far below the FCC, IC and CE radio frequency exposure limits. ETERNA2 complies with FCC, IC and CE radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. When nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance, in order to comply with RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm (8 inches). ETERNA2 shall not be co-located with any other tranmsitter within 20 cm; otherwise further transmitter testing may be required. 6.2 Users Manual Language The users manual for end users must include the following information in a prominent location:

IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC, IC and CE RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons. IMPORTANT NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 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:

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2. 3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4. 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.. 6.3 FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject 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. 14 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide FCC Testing ETERNA2 complies with Part 15.247 modular (Intentional Radiator) of the FCC rules and regulations. In order to fulfill FCC certification requirements, products incorporating ETERNA2 must comply with the following:

5. An external label must be provided on the outside of the final product enclosure specifying the FCC identifier as described in 6.3.2 below. 6. The antenna must have lower gain than specified in 6.3.1. 7. The device integrating ETERNA2 may not cause harmful interference and must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 8. An unintentional radiator scan must be performed on the device integrating ETERNA2, per FCC rules and regulations, CFR Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B. See FCC rules for specifics on requirements for declaration of conformity. 6.3.1 Antenna Selection Per KDB Publication No. 558074, ETERNA2 may be mated with an antenna with a maximum gain of 6.6 dBi. 6.3.2 OEM Labeling Requirements The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that FCC labeling requirements are met. The outside of the final product enclosure must have a label with the following (or similar) text specifying the FCC identifier. The FCC ID and certification code must be in Latin letters and Arabic numbers and visible without magnification. Contains transmitter module FCC ID: SJC-ETERNA2 Or Contains FCC ID: SJC-ETERNA2 6.4 Industrie Canada (IC) Industry Canada (IC) Compliance / Conformit la norme Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna with a maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. Suivant la lgislation Industrie Canada, ce transmetteur radio ne peut tre utilis quavec une antenne dont le gain est inferieur au gain approuv pour le transmetteur par Industrie Canada. Pour rduire le risque dinterfrence aux autres utilisateurs, lantenne doivent tre choisies telle que la puissance isotrope rayonne quivalente (PIRE) ne dpasse pas ce qui est ncessaire pour une communication russie. 6.4.1 RF Exposure / Exposition aux Rayonnements Radiofrquences The radiated output power of ETERNA2 is far below the IC radio frequency exposure limits. ETERNA2 complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. When nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance, in order to comply with RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm (8 inches). ETERNA2 shall not be co-located with any other tranmsitter within 20 cm; otherwise further transmitter testing may be required. La puissance mise par ETERNA2 est largement inferieure aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements de la norme IC. ETERNA2 est conforme aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements de la norme IC tablies pour un environnement non contrl. Pour garantir la conformit aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements de la norme ANSI C95.1, la distance entre lantenne et toute personne doit tre suprieure 20 cm (8 pouces). ETERNA2 ne doit pas tre localis proximit dun autre transmetteur moins de 20 cm ; le cas chant, dautres mesures de rayonnement pourraient tre ncessaires. ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 15 6.4.2 Users Manual Language / Libell du Manuel dUtilisateur The users manual for end users must include the following information in a prominent location:

IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons. IMPORTANT NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 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 manuel dutilisateur du produit final doit comprendre et mettre en vidence les informations suivantes:

NOTE IMPORTANTE : afin dassurer la conformit aux limites Industrie Canada dexposition aux rayonnements, lantenne utilise pour ce transmetteur doit tre installe en considrant une distance de sparation toute personne dau moins 20 cm. NOTE IMPORTANTE : Toute modification non expressment approuve par la partie responsable de la conformit pourrait annuler l'autorisation accorde l'utilisateur d'utiliser cet quipement. Cet appareil est conforme la norme RSS Industrie Canada exempt de licence. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer dinterfrences ; et, (2) Cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence, y compris les interfrences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement du dispositif. 6.4.3 IC Testing / Protocole dEssai ETERNA2 is certified for modular Industry Canada (IC) RSS-210 approval. The OEM is responsible for its product to comply with IC ICES-003 and FCC Part 15, Sub. B - Unintentional Radiators. The requirements of ICES-003 are equivalent to FCC Part 15 Sub. B and Industry Canada accepts FCC test reports or CISPR 22 test reports for compliance with ICES-003. ETERNA2 est un module certifi conforme daprs la norme RSS-210 dIndustrie Canada (IC). Le fabricant dappareil dorigine est responsable de la conformit de son produit aux normes IC ICES-003 et FCC Part15, Sub. B Unintentional Radiators . Les exigences de ICES-003 sont quivalentes aux exigences de FCC Part 15 Sub.B et Industrie Canada reconnait les rapports dessai FCC ou CISPR 22 pour dmontrer la conformit avec ICES-003. 6.4.4 Antenna Selection / Choix de lantenne This radio transmitter ETERNA2 has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna with the maximum permissible gain listed below. Antennas having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. ETERNA2 may be mated with an antenna with a maximum gain of 6.6 dBi. Le transmetteur radiofrquence ETERNA2 est approuv par Industrie Canada pour opration avec une antenne dont le gain est inferieur ou gal au gain maximal ci-dessous. Il est strictement interdit dutiliser ce produit avec une antenne de gain suprieur au gain indiqu. ETERNA2 peut tre utilis avec une antenne de gain maximal de 6.6 dBi 6.4.5 OEM Labeling Requirements / Etiquetage des appareils The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that IC labeling requirements are met. The outside of the final product enclosure must have a label with the following (or similar) text specifying the IC identifier. The IC ID and certification code must be in Latin letters and Arabic numbers and visible without magnification. Le fabricant dappareil dorigine est responsable de la conformit de ltiquetage aux exigences IC. Le texte suivant (ou semblable) indiquant le code IC didentification et de certification doit figurer a lextrieur du produit final. Le code IC doit tre crit en alphabet latin et chiffres arabes et doit tre visible lil nu. Contains IC: 5853A-ETERNA2 16 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide 6.5 CE Compliance 6.5.1 Declaration of Conformity We, Dust Networks, of 30695 Huntwood Ave, Hayward, CA 94544 USA, declare under our sole responsibility that our product, ETERNA2, and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the appropriate standards ETSI EN 300 328, ETSI EN 301 489-17 and EN 60950, following the provisions of Radio Equipment and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EC with requirements covering EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. 6.5.2 European Compliance If ETERNA2 is incorporated into a product, the manufacturer must ensure compliance of the final product to the European harmonized EMC and low-voltage/safety standards. A Declaration of Conformity must be issued for each of these standards and kept on file as described in Annex II of the R&TTE Directive. Furthermore, the manufacturer must maintain a copy of the ETERNA2 user documentation and ensure the final product does not exceed the specified power ratings, antenna specifications, and/or installation requirements as specified in the user manual. If any of these specifications are exceeded in the final product, a submission must be made to a notified body for compliance testing to all required standards. 6.5.3 Antenna Selection Per EN 300 328, ETERNA2 may be mated with an antenna with a maximum gain of 4.9 dBi. 6.5.4 OEM Labeling Requirements The CE marking must be affixed to a visible location on the OEM product. The CE mark shall consist of the initials CE taking the following form:

If the CE marking is reduced or enlarged, the proportions given in the drawing below must be respected. The CE marking must have a height of at least 5 mm except where this is not possible on account of the nature of the apparatus. The CE marking must be affixed visibly, legibly, and indelibly. See the R&TTE Directive, Article 12 and Annex VII for more information. Figure 1 CE Label Requirements 6.6 Compliance to Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) is a directive that places maximum concentration limits on the use of cadmium

(Cd), lead (Pb), hexavalent chromium(Cr+6), mercury (Hg), Polybrominated Biphenyl(PBB) and Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE). Dust Networks is committed to meeting the requirements of the European Community directive 2002/95/EC. This product has been specifically designed to utilize RoHS compliant materials and to eliminate, or reduce, the use of restricted materials to comply with 2002/95/EC. The Dust Networks RoHS compliant design features include:

RoHS compliant solder for solder joints RoHS compliant base metal alloys RoHS compliant precious metal plating RoHS compliant cable assemblies and connector choices ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide Dust Networks 17 6.7 Encryption Cipher ETERNA2s 128-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) cipher has been certified compliant to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS-197 (NIST certificate number, AES: 1437). To view the FIPS-197 validation list, go to: http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cavp/documents/aes/aesval.html 18 Dust Networks ETERNA2 Regulatory User Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

; ANALOG Authority to Act as Agent DEVICES AHEAD OF WHAT'S POSSIBLE Date: August 4, 2022 American Certification Body, Inc. 313 Park Avenue Suite 300 Falls Church, VA 22046 To Whom It May Concern:

Nic Johnson of Nebraska Center for Excellence in Electronics is authorized to act on our behalf, until otherwise notified, for applications to American Certification Body, Inc. (ACB). The authorization is limited to applications for the following product:

Name Model Number Certification Number 802.15.4 Wireless | ETERNA2 SJC-ETERNA2 Mesh Mote 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. We also declare that the information provided to the FCC is true and correct to the best of our knowledge (47 CFR 2.911(d)) and we have been informed of the grantee responsibilities (47 CFR 2.909) with regard to certified equipment. Thank you, Agency Agreement Expiration Date: October 15, 2022

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(Signature) (Print name) Title: Applications Engineer On behalf of: Analog Devices

(Company Name) Telephone: (+353) 214917354 2020 Analog Devices, Inc. All rights reserved 4 August 2022 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

FCC - Class II Permissive Change Request Letter Date: 8/16/2022 SUBJECT: FCC Application for FCC ID: SJC-ETERNA2 To Whom It May Concern: We are submitting an application for a Class II Permissive Change to the FCC approval of: Company name: Analog Devices, LLC Product Description: 802.15.4 Wireless Mesh Mote FCC ID: SJC-ETERNA2 Original Grant Date: 01/18/2013 The transmitter module itself has not changed. Here are the changes: 1. Chip antenna was replaced with an inverted F antenna trace The module was tested with the new antenna in a representative host device. Sincerely, Signature: ________________________________ Nic Johnson, Technical Manager NCEE Labs

 

 

 

 

 

 

THIS MUST BE SIGNED BY THE APPLICANT/AGENT AND SHOULD BE

PLACED ON APPROPRIATE LETTERHEAD

Request for Modular/Limited Modular Approval

Date: August 12, 2022

Subject: Manufacturer’s Declaration for ☒ - Modular Approval

☐ - Split Modular Approval

☐ - Limited Modular Approval ☐ - Limited Split Modular Approval

Confidentiality Request for: SJC-ETERNA2

8 Basic Requirements – FCC Part 15.212(a)(1)

For Items Marked “NO(*)”, the Limited Module Description Must be Filled Out on the Following Pages

Modular Approval Requirement

1. The modular transmitter must have its own RF shielding. This is intended to ensure that the module

does not have to rely upon the shielding provided by the device into which it is installed in order for

all modular transmitter emissions to comply with FCC limits. It is also intended to prevent coupling

between the RF circuitry of the module and any wires or circuits in the device into which the

module is installed. Such coupling may result in non-compliant operation. The physical crystal and

tuning capacitors may be located external to the shielded radio elements. 15.212(a)(1)(i)

Requirement Met

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: The module contains a metal shield which covers all RF components and circuitry.

2. The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs (if such inputs are provided) to

ensure that the module will comply with FCC requirements under conditions of excessive data rates

or over-modulation. 15.212(a)(1)(ii)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: No direct access is provided to the modulator / up converter and as such it can

not be stimulated to over‐modulate or modify the transmitters data rate>

3. The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation on the module. This is intended

to ensure that the module will comply with FCC requirements regardless of the design of the power

supplying circuitry in the device into which the module is installed. 15.212(a)(1)(iii)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: The transmitter has it’s own power supply regulation.

4. The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna and transmission system requirements of

§§ 15.203, 15.204(b), 15.204(c), 15.212(a), and 2.929(b). The antenna must either be permanently

attached or employ a ‘‘unique’’ antenna coupler (at all connections between the module and the

antenna, including the cable). The ‘‘professional installation’’ provision of § 15.203 is not

applicable to modules but can apply to limited modular approvals under paragraph 15.212(b).

15.212(a)(1)(iv)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: The antenna is not user replaceable

5. The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration, i.e., the module must not be

inside another device during testing. This is intended to demonstrate that the module is capable of

complying with Part 15 emission limits regardless of the device into which it is eventually installed.

Unless the transmitter module will be battery powered, it must comply with the AC line conducted

requirements found in Section 15.207. AC or DC power lines and data input/output lines connected

to the module must not contain ferrites, unless they will be marketed with the module (see Section

15.27(a)). The length of these lines shall be length typical of actual use or, if that length is

unknown, at least 10 centimeters to insure that there is no coupling between the case of the module

and supporting equipment. Any accessories, peripherals, or support equipment connected to the

module during testing shall be unmodified or commercially available (see Section 15.31(i)).

15.212(a)(1)(v)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: The module has been tested in a configuration with supporting hardware will the sole purpose of providing power

and a control mechanism

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PLACED ON APPROPRIATE LETTERHEAD

Modular Approval Requirement

6. The modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC ID number, or use an electron display (see

Requirement Met

KDB Publication 784748).

If using a permanently affixed label with its own FCC ID number, if the FCC ID is not visible when

the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is

installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use

wording such as the following: “Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: XYZMODEL1” or “Contains

FCC ID: XYZMODEL1.” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The

Grantee may either provide such a label, an example of which must be included in the application for

equipment authorization, or, must provide adequate instructions along with the module which explain

this requirement. In the latter case, a copy of these instructions must be included in the application for

equipment authorization.

If the modular transmitter uses an electronic display of the FCC identification number, the

information must be readily accessible and visible on the modular transmitter or on the device in

which it is installed. If the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device

into which the module is installed must display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior

label can use wording such as the following: “Contains FCC certified transmitter module(s).” Any

similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The user manual must include

instructions on how to access the electronic display. A copy of these instructions must be included in

the application for equipment authorization. 15.212(a)(1)(vi)

Details: The ETERNA2 module is labeled with its own FCC ID number

7. The modular transmitter must comply with all specific rule or operating requirements applicable to

the transmitter, including all the conditions provided in the integration instructions by the grantee. A

copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. For

example, there are very strict operational and timing requirements that must be met before a

transmitter is authorized for operation under Section 15.231. For instance, data transmission is

prohibited, except for operation under Section 15.231(e), in which case there are separate field

strength level and timing requirements. Compliance with these requirements must be assured.

15.212(a)(1)(vii)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: The module complies with all specific rules applicable to the transmitter. No option is provided to the integrator to

modify the operation of the transmitter in this regard.

8. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements. For example,

FCC Rules in Sections 2.1091, 2.1093 and specific Sections of Part 15, including 15.319(i), 15.407(f),

15.253(f) and 15.255(g), require that Unlicensed PCS, UNII and millimeter wave devices perform

routine environmental evaluation for RF Exposure to demonstrate compliance. In addition, spread

spectrum transmitters operating under Section 15.247 are required to address RF Exposure

compliance in accordance with Section 15.247(b)(4). Modular transmitters approved under other

Sections of Part 15, when necessary, may also need to address certain RF Exposure concerns,

typically by providing specific installation and operating instructions for users, installers and other

interested parties to ensure compliance. 15.212(a)(1)(viii)

☒ - YES ☐ - NO(*)

Details: The ETERNA2 complies with all RF exposure requirements by specification. The module is not designed to be used so

the radiating structure is within 20 cm of the body of the user. As such the module does not fall under the definition of a

portable device per FCC Rules in Section 2.1093. While the module qualifies as a mobile device per FCC Rules in Section

2.1091, the module has a maximum radiated output power of 0.01 Watts EIRP. As such, the module is below the 3 W power

limit that would necessitate environmental evaluation for RF exposure. The radio does not operate in the bands specified by

15.319(i), 15.407(f), 15.253(g) and 15.255(g).

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PLACED ON APPROPRIATE LETTERHEAD

Limited Module Description – When Applicable

* If a module does NOT meet one or more of the above 8 requirements, the applicant may request Limited Modular Approval (LMA).

This Limited Modular Approval (LMA) is applied with the understanding that the applicant will demonstrate and will retain control

over the final installation of the device, such that compliance of the end product is always assured. The operating condition(s) for the

LMA; the module is only approved for use when installed in devices produced by grantee. A description regarding how control of the

end product, into which the module will be installed, will be maintained by the applicant/manufacturer, such that full compliance of

the end product is always ensured should be provided here.

Details: <example - N/A>

Software Considerations – KDB 594280 / KDB 442812 (One of the following 2 items must be applied)

Requirement

Requirement Met

1. For non-Software Defined Radio transmitter modules where software is used to

ensure compliance of the device, technical description must be provided about how

such control is implemented to ensure prevention of third-party modification; see

KDB Publication 594280.

☐ - Provided in Separate

Cover Letter

☒ - N/A

Details: <example – The firmware of the device can not be modified or adjusted by the end user as described in a separate

cover letter filed with this application. >

2. For Software Defined Radio (SDR) devices, transmitter module applications must

provide a software security description; see KDB Publication 442812.

☐ - Provided in Separate

Cover Letter

☒ - N/A

Details: <example –N/A>

Split Modular Requirements

Requirement

Provided in Manual

1. For split modular transmitters, specific descriptions for secure communications

between front-end and control sections, including authentication and restrictions on

third-party modifications; also, instructions to third-party integrators on how control

is maintained.

☐ - Provided in Separate

Cover Letter

☒ - N/A

Details: <example – N/A >

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PLACED ON APPROPRIATE LETTERHEAD

OEM Integration Manual Guidance – KDB 996369 D03 Section 2

Clear and Specific Instructions Describing the Conditions, Limitations, and Procedures

for third-parties to use and/or integrate the module into a host device.

Requirement

Is this module intended for

sale to third parties?

☒ - YES

☐ - No,

If No, and LMA applies, the applicant can optionally choose to

not make the following detailed info public. However there still

needs to be basic integration instructions for a users manual and

the information below must still be included in the operational

description. If the applicant wishes to keep this info confidential,

this will require a separate statement cover letter explaining the

module is not for sale to third parties and that integration

instructions are internal confidential documents.

Items required to be in the manual – See KDB 996369 D03, Section 2

As of May 1, 2019, the FCC requires ALL the following information to be in the installation manual. Modular transmitter

applicants should include information in their instructions for all these items indicating clearly when they are not applicable.

For example information on trace antenna design could indicate “Not Applicable”. Also if a module is limited to only a

grantees own products and not intended for sale to third parties, the user instructions may not need to be detailed and the

following items can be placed in the operational description, but this should include a cover letter as cited above.

1. List of applicable FCC rules. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.2

a. Only list rules related to the transmitter.

2. Summarize the specific operational use conditions. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.3

a. Conditions such as limits on antennas, cable loss, reduction of power for point to point

3. Limited Module Procedures. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.4

systems, professional installation info

a. Describe alternative means that the grantee uses to verify the host meets the necessary

limiting conditions

b. When RF exposure evaluation is necessary, state how control will be maintained such

that compliance is ensured, such as Class II for new hosts, etc.

4. Trace antenna designs. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.5

a. Layout of trace design, parts list, antenna, connectors, isolation requirements, tests for

design verification, and production test procedures for ensuring compliance. If

confidential, the method used to keep confidential must be identified and information

provided in the operational description.

5. RF exposure considerations. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.6

a. Clearly and explicitly state conditions that allow host manufacturers to use the

module. Two types of instructions are necessary: first to the host manufacturer to

define conditions (mobile, portable – xx cm from body) and second additional text

needed to be provided to the end user in the host product manuals.

6. Antennas. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.7

a. List of antennas included in the application and all applicable professional installer

instructions when applicable. The antenna list shall also identify the antenna types

(monopole, PIFA, dipole, etc – note that “omni-directional” is not considered a type)

7. Label and compliance information. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.8

a. Advice to host integrators that they need to provide a physical or e-label stating

“Contains FCC ID: “ with their finished product

8. Information on test modes and additional testing requirements. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.9

a. Test modes that should be taken into consideration by host integrators including

clarifications necessary for stand-alone and simultaneous configurations.

b. Provide information on how to configure test modes for evaluation

9. Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.10

☒ - All Items shown to

the left are provided in

the Modular Integration

Guide (or UM) for Full

Modular Approval

(MA) or LMA.

☐ - An LMA applies

and is approved ONLY

for use by the grantee in

their own products, and

not intended for sale to

3rd parties as provided in

a separate cover letter.

Therefore the

information shown to

the left is found in the

theory of operation.

Sincerely,

By:

__________________________

(Signature/Title1)

Nic Johnson, Technical Manager, NCEE Labs

(Print name)

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.

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