FCC ID: R7PNG0R1S6 Comms Host Module

Landis+Gyr Comms Host Board Data Sheet Publication: 98-2464 Rev AA LANDIS+GYR CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION Limitation on Warranties and Liability Information in this document is subject to change without notice. This manual or any part of it thereof may not be reproduced in any form unless permitted by contract or by written permission of Landis+Gyr. In no event will Landis+Gyr be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damages (including lost profits) arising out of or relating to this publication or the information contained in it, even if Landis+Gyr has been advised, knew, or should have known of the possibility of such damages. 2015 Landis+Gyr, Inc. All Rights Reserved Covered by both issued and pending patents. For further patent information see: https://www.landisgyr.com/about/patent-notices/

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ustechnicaldocumentation@landisgyr.com. Comms Host Board Data Sheet Comms Host Board Overview The Comms Host board incorporates a power supply, ZigBee circuitry, stamped metal PIFA, and mPCIe connector to allow for integration of EIC (optional) + communication module assembly. This hardware architecture with mPCIe interface offers flexibility while accommodating various communication devices using a single interface. Figure 1 - 1. Gridstream RF E650 S4 x Meter with Comms Host board and Series 6 radio card This Comms Host board is not available as a standalone product. The endpoint assembly contains:

Comms Host board Series 6 mPCIe radio card External Flex dipole antenna (Series 6 radio antenna) Edge Intelligence Card (EIC) (Optional) Table 1. Comms Host Specification Category Specification Compatible Meters Electrical ZigBee Radio General Standards Compliance Mechanical Environmental Landis+Gyr E650 S4x Supported Meter Forms Voltage Power RF Frequency Range RF Baud Rate Output Power Receive Sensitivity Antenna type Max Antenna Gain FCC Title 47 CFR Part 15 IEC 61000 4-2,3,4,5, 6, 8, 9, 11 ANSI C12.20 Units Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Vac Voltage 120-480 240-480 240-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 120-480 Value or Range Class Form CL200 1S CL200 2S CL320 2SE CL20 3S CL20 4S CL20 45S CL20 36(6)S CL20 9(8)S CL20 10A/8A CL200 12S/25S CL320 12SE CL480 14/15/16K CL200 14/15/16S 14/15/16SE CL320 4Vdc 5% @ 2A max 8W 2.405 GHz -2.475 GHz 250 kbps 19 dBm (Typical)

-104 dBm (Typical) Stamped metal PIFA 0 dBi Radiated and Conducted Emissions (incl. intentional radiators) Electromagnetic Compatibility National Standard for Electricity Meters - 0.2 and 0.5 Accuracy Classes ANSI C12.1 ANSI C37.90.1 (1989) Size Storage Temperature Operating Temperature Relative Humidity Code for Electricity Metering Standard Surge Withstand Capability (SWC) Tests 4.696 x 2.600 x 0.792 inches, typical

-40 to +85 Degrees Celsius

-40 to +85 Degrees Celsius 0 to 95% Relative Humidity non-condensing Comms Host Board Outline The PCB outline is shown below ZigBee Stamped Metal Antenna Outline FCC, Industry Canada Compliance FCC Class B This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 reason- able 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. Consult Landis+Gyr or an experienced radio technician for help. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Landis+Gyr could void the users authority to operate the equipment. U 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 22 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Cet quipement est conforme aux limites FCC/IC d'exposition aux radiations dfinies

pour un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement doit tre install et utilis une distance minimale de 22cm entre le radiateur et votre corps. Cet metteur ne doit pas tre coimplants ou exploits en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou metteur. Requirement for Modular Certification Comms Host board is approved for use with the stamped metal PIFA, peak gain 0 dBi. Antenna types that are different or a having higher gain than the maximum indicated for that type, are prohibited for use with this device. Comms Host is not available as a standalone product, it is only approved for use in Landis+Gyr products and not intended for sale to 3rd party integrators. Additional Testing, Part 15 Subpart B Disclaimer The end product with Comms Host board may also need to pass the FCC Part 15 unintentional emission testing requirements and be properly authorized per FCC Part 15 Subpart B. Industry Canada This device complies with Industry Canada license-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. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This radio transmitter (5294A-NG0R1S6) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list or having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Approved Antennas: Stamped metal PIFA, 2.4 2.475 GHz Max Gain 0 dBi Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Conformment la rglementation d'Industrie Canada, le prsent metteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou infrieur) approuv pour l'metteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de rduire les risques de brouillage radiolec- trique l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonne quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dpasse pas l'intensit ncessaire l'tablissement d'une communication satisfaisante. Le prsent metteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numro de certification ou son numro de modle s'il fait partie du matriel de catgorie I) a t approuv par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne numrs ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impdance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est suprieur au gain maximal indiqu, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'metteur. Host FCC Label Requirement In the final installation, the following information must be visible:

Contains FCC ID: R7PNG0R1S6 Contains IC: 5294A-NG0R1S4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The final meter assembly includes the following labels:

Figure 1 - 2 . Label Identification Series 6 mPCIe radio card: FCC Id: R7PNG0R1S4, IC: 5294A-NG0R1S4 Comms Host board with ZigBee radio: FCC Id: R7PNG0R1S6, IC: 5294A-NG0R1S6

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January 28, 2020 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Rd. Columbia, MD 21046 Dear Sir or Madam:

I hereby appoint Marlene Sealey at TV SD America to act as our agent in the preparation of an application for equipment authorization of FCC ID: R7PNG0R1S6 to the FCC Rules and Regulations. I certify that all exhibits contained within this filing properly describe the device or system for which authorization is sought. I further certify that appropriate arrangements have been made to assure that production units of this equipment bearing the name and FCC IDENTIFIER listed in this application will continue to comply with the Commission's requirements. I further certify by signature below that no party (per 47 CFR 1.2002(b)) to the application is subject to a denial of Federal benefits, including FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. 853(a). This appointment also includes the authority to complete FCC Form 731 on our behalf and sign the application as an authorized agent. Sincerely, Name: James L. Stortz Title: Director of Hardware Engineering 30000 Mill Creek Avenue, Suite 100 | Alpharetta, GA 30022 Tel: +1 678 258 1637 | Fax: +1 678 258 1681

CONFIDENTIALITY REQUEST Federal Communications Commission Date: January 28, 2020 Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Gentlemen:

Landis+Gyr Technology, Inc. respectfully requests confidentiality of certain materials provided with the submission of the Comms Host under FCC ID: R7PNG0R1S6 in accordance with FCC Regulations 0.459. The confidentiality request applies to the System Block Diagram, Schematics, Parts List, and Theory of Operation contained in this filing. The Comms Host has been developed at considerable effort and expense by Landis+Gyr Technology, 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. 30000 Mill Creek Avenue, Suite 100 | Alpharetta, GA 30022 Tel: +1 678 258 1637 | Fax: +1 678 258 1681

File James L. Stortz Comms Host, FCC ID: R7PNG0R1S6 Limited Modular Approval Request January 28, To:

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2020 Scope 47CFR 15.212 communicates requirements for products requesting modular approval. In particular, eight requirements are enumerated along with a request that each of the eight be explained for any product requesting such approval. It is the purpose of this document to respond to those eight requirements in regard to the Landis+Gyr product: Comms Host. Modular Approval Requirements 1.1 RF Shielding The Comms Host module is self-shielding and is not dependent on any component or characteristic of the device into which it is embedded. Shielding is accomplished through a combination of metallic self-shielding components, copper planes, guards, and vias in the PCB. The result is a design that has been proven to be neither sensitive to outside influence nor capable of introducing interference into outside components. 1.2 Buffered Modulation / Data Inputs The Comms Host module does not have external modulation or data inputs. Rather, the RF sections are driven by an on-board microprocessor which directly controls the RF data lines and operates so as to not allow excessive modulation. 1.3 Power Supply Regulation The Comms Host module uses a linear, low-dropout regulator to provide all the electronics with a supply that is fixed, even when the input voltage is varied. 1.4 Antenna Requirement The Comms Host module utilizes a 0dBi Inverted-F antenna. 1.5 Stand-Alone Testing All testing on the Comms Host module was conducted standalone. No shields or enclosures were used, other than those fully integrated into the modules themselves. No ferrites were used on data or power lines during testing. These devices are DC powered and exceed applicable conducted emission requirements. 1.6 Labeling As indicated, each Comms Host module will have its own FCC ID label. In addition, devices into which they are placed will have labels indicating that this module is contained within. Exact text will be as specified in 47CFR 15.212. 1.7 Specific Rules and Operating Requirements The Comms Host module complies with all pertinent rules for its section. 1.8 RF Exposure Requirements The Comms Host module complies with all exposure requirements. As a component used in the Utility industry, this product is not intended for use near human operators. Sincerely, James L. Stortz Title: Director of Hardware Engineering 30000 Mill Creek Avenue, Suite 100 | Alpharetta, GA 30022 Tel: +1 678 258 1637 | Fax: +1 678 258 1681