FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 DirectLink WiFi Module

Certification Exhibit FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 ACS Project Number: 13-0413 Manufacturer: Comverge Inc. Model: DirectLink WiFi Manual 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi User Guide NOTE: Before you can install and configure your IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi module, follow the thermostat installation guide to complete the wiring and installation of your thermostat. Once you have finished the thermostat installation you are then ready to configure your IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi as described in the following instructions. If installed in a host device such that the FCC ID of the module is not visible or end users do not have straightforward commonly used methods for access to remove the module so that the FCC ID of the module is visible, the host device must be labeled as follows:

Contains FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200. STEP 1: INSTALL IntelliMODULE The IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi is a pluggable radio module that can be easily plugged into and removed from a compatible device. In this example, the IntelliMODULE is being plugged into a compatible thermostat chassis. Before plugging the IntlliMODULE into a compatible device, ensure that power is turned OFF to the device. Once power is OFF to the device, slide the IntelliMODULE into the corresponding module slot on the device. The IntelliMODULE is designed with two wings on plastic case that should align with slots in the accepting device. Ensure the wings are lined up with the slots as you start to install the module. In this example, the wings on the module (shown in orange) would line up with the green slots at the top of the module slot of the device. Gently insert the module into the slot until it is firmly seated in the module slot. WARNING: DO NOT PUSH WITH EXCESSIVE PRESSURE IF THE MODULE DOES NOT SEAT CORRECTLY AS DAMAGE COULD OCCUR TO BOTH DEVICES. Once the module is seated in the module slot, the power can be turned ON for the device. STEP 2: ADHOC CONNECTION When the IntelliMODULE first powers up and is not already configured to connect to a network, it will temporary create its own network. Setting up your IntelliMODULE WiFi connection first requires you to connect to the module with another WiFi device such as a laptop, Smart phone, tablet, etc to configure the WiFi settings to connect to your WiFi router. To do this, enter the Wireless Connection manager for your specific device as follows. Computer: Click on your START menu, then click on Connect To. This will display a list of available networks within range. Find the network created by the IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi and select it to connect to. If your computer displays an unsecured network message, click

"Connect Anyway" and continue connecting to the IntelliMODULE. iPhone: Select the Settings icon then select Wi-Fi. Verify the Wi-Fi switch is set to ON. The iPhone should then display a list of available networks within range. Find the network created by the IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi and select it to connect to. Once the connection is successful, the iPhone will display a checkmark to the left of the network name. To obtain the IP address of the network press the arrow to the right of the network name to display the network settings. The IP address of the network should read 192.168.0.X. Android: Select the Settings icon then select Wi-Fi. Verify the Wi-Fi switch is set to ON. The Android device should then display a list of available networks within range. Find the network created by the IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi and select it to connect to. Once the connection is successful, the Android phone will display Connected under the network name. To obtain the IP address of the network press the network name to display the network information . The IP address of the network should read 192.168.0.X. STE P 3: CONNECT TO A WIRELESS NETWORK Open the web browser on the device and enter the IP address obtained in STEP 2 above. You should see a page similar to the one shown to the right requesting you to Enter CM S/N. The CM serial number can be found one of two ways either printed on the label of the module or through the thermostat user interface in the CM installer settings menu. Press SUBMIT. Once the correct serial number is entered, you will be taken to the IntelliMODULE Wi-Fi configuration main menu shown to the right. To set up the network, you'll want to click on "Scan Networks. This will display a list of available wireless networks within range of your device that you could connect to. Click on your home Wi-Fi network name to initiate the connection. Once you click on your home Wi-Fi network you will be asked to enter your Security Key to establish your secure connection. Once you enter your Security Key, press save. Your IntelliMODULE will then attempt to connect to your network using your ESSID and provided Security Key. STEP 4: RECONNECT WIFI When provisioning is complete, you will need to connect your device back to your home Wi-Fi network. To do this follow the instructions in STEP 2 except select your home Wi-Fi network. FCC Statements:

Warning:

Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Comverge Inc. could void the users authority to operate the equipment. RF Exposure:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. For Class B Devices:

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:

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.

Certification Exhibit FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 ACS Project Number: 13-0413 Manufacturer: Comverge Inc. Model: DirectLink WiFi Internal Photos 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Model: DirectLink WiFi FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 Figure 1: Internal Photo ACS Project: 13-0413 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Model: DirectLink WiFi FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 Figure 2: Internal Photo ACS Project: 13-0413 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3

Certification Exhibit FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 ACS Project Number: 13-0413 Manufacturer: Comverge Inc. Model: DirectLink WiFi External Photos 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Model: DirectLink WiFi FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 Figure 1: External Photo Figure 2: External Photo ACS Project: 13-0413 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Model: DirectLink WiFi FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 Figure 3: External Photo Figure 4: External Photo ACS Project: 13-0413 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3

Certification Exhibit FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 FCC Rule Part: 15.247 ACS Project Number: 13-0413 Manufacturer: Comverge Inc. Model: DirectLink WiFi Label Information 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 Model: DirectLink WiFi FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 Figure 1: Sample Label ACS Project: 13-0413 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 2 Model: DirectLink WiFi FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 Figure 2: Sample FCC Label Placement ACS Project: 13-0413 Advanced Compliance Solutions Page 3

10/1/2013 Federal Communications Commission !

Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen:

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I hereby appoint Sam Wismer at Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc. to act as our agent in the preparation of an application for equipment authorization of FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 to the FCC Rules and Regulations. I certify that all exhibits contained within this ling properly describe the device or system for which authorization is sought.

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I further certify that appropriate arrangements have been made to assure that production units of this equipment bearing the name and FCC IDENTIFIER listed in this application will continue to comply with the Commission's requirements.

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I further certify by signature below that no party (per 47 CFR 1.2002(b)) to the application is subject to a denial of Federal benets, including FCC benets, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 853(a). This appointment also includes the authority to complete FCC Form 731 on our behalf and sign the application as an authorized agent. Sincerely, Name:!Stephen A. Wills!

Title:! Sr. Compliance Engineer

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6/1/2014 Comverge Inc. respectfully requests condentiality of certain materials Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen:

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provided with the submission of the DirectLink WiFi module under FCC ID: RAB-

IM711-200 in accordance with 47 CFR 0.457(d) and 47 CFR 0.459. The condentiality request applies to the Schematic, Bill of Material, and Hardware Description & Performance Verication (475445) contained in this ling and included in the following les.

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Schematic (475335) 13-0413!

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Block Diagram (475445) 13-0413!

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Hardware Description & Performance Verication (475445)

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The DirectLink WiFi module has been developed at considerable effort and expense by Comverge Inc. These items are considered as Trade Secrets and therefore public access to the proprietary material could possibly result in duplication of equipment that could severely damage the company's business advantage. I appreciate your assistance in this matter. Sincerely, Name: Steven A. Wills!

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Signature:

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5015 B. U. Bowman Dr. Buford, GA 30518 August 15, 2014 ACS TCB 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Re: FCC ID: RAB-IM711-200 To Whom It May Concern:

The following application is submitted on behalf of our client, Comverge Inc., for evaluation of their model DirectLink WiFi for modular approval certification under FCC Part 15.247. The DirectLink WiFi module operates in the frequency range 2412 2462 MHz and is used in conjunction with a HVAC thermostat, which will allow the energy company to monitor the operating time of the HVAC system and adjust the operation time to aid in an energy demand reduction to the power grid. The DirectLink WiFi was tested in full to the requirements of the aforementioned rules and was found to be in compliance. Sincerely, Sam Wismer Vice President, Technology Advanced Compliance Solutions, Inc.

FCC Modular Approval Letter DW-6-1-2014 DW-8-29-2014 The follow will describe how the IM711-200 unit conforms to the 8 requirements set forth in Part 15.212 by:

1. Requirement:

The radio element of the modular transmitter must have there own shielding. Compliance is achieved by:

The transmitter circuitry of this module is mounted on an RFIC (U4) and is completely shielded, by the metallic ink coating that is on all sides and a solid ground plane directly under the BGA. 2. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs to ensure that the module will comply with part 15 requirements under excessive data rates or over modulation. Compliance is achieved by:

The device complies with this by all the data being sent to the transmit module is sourced from the digital I/O of the controlling microprocessor. The level of the signal is fixed. 3. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation. Compliance is achieved by:

The device complies with this by being designed specifically for the Consumer Electronics Alliance 2045 interface specification, Section 15, Appendix A: Low Voltage DC form Factor. This specification sets forth the performance limits for the power supply to the device. Internally to the device there are additional filtering circuits to reduce the conducted RF signal on the power supply lines. 4. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna and transmission system requirements of Part 15.203, 15.205(b), & 15.204(c). Compliance is achieved by:

The device has a permanently attached on board antenna that is totally enclosed in the mechanical package. The antenna is not accessible from outside the housing. 5. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must be testable in a stand alone manner. Compliance is achieved by:

This device conforms to this parameter by the operation of the device. Only a DC voltage and serial interface is required to operate the module for testing or operation purposes. 6. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must be equipped with either a permanently affixed label or must be capable of displaying its FCC Identification number. Compliance is achieved by:

Comverge drawing 475443 has the FCC ID number clearly displayed. This label is permanently attached to the module, as described by Comverge drawing 475290. 7. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must comply with any specific rules or operating requirements that ordinarily apply to a complete transmitter and the manufacturer must provide adequate instructions along with the module to explain any such requirements. Compliance is achieved by:

The module complies with this by the information in the Users Manual that accompanies the unit. The Users Manual instructs the user how to set the device up and operate it. 8. Requirement:

The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable exposure limits in its final configuration. Compliance is achieved by:

The module operates in a M2M configuration, which does not have any SAR requirements other than the standard intentional and unintentional radiation limits.