Blue Gecko BGM111 Bluetooth Smart Module Installation Guide Users Manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE Figure 1: Recommended PCB land pattern of BGM111E Because BGM111E is using an external antenna through the embedded u.fl connector, the radiated performance does not depend on the PCB layout. The module can be placed freely in the application board. It is recommended to use good engineering practices in the layout to avoid RF noise coupling and EMI issues. Alberga Business Park, Bertel Jungin aukio 3 FI-02600 Espoo, Finland Phone: +358 9 435 5060 www.silabs.com QUALIFIED ANTENNA TYPES FOR BGM111E BGM111E module is approved with a standard 2.14 dBi dipole antenna. Any antenna of the same type, similar in-band out of band characteristics and with the same or less gain can be used without reassessment. In case using antenna of a different type and/or higher gain reassessments and notification to the particular certification authority is required. Page 2 of 7 Japan BGM111E is certified in Japan with certification number 209-J00240. It is recommended that a manufacturer who integrates a radio module in their host equipment will place the certification mark and certification number (the same marking/number as depicted on the label of the radio module) on the outside of the host equipment. The certification mark and certification number must be placed close to the text in the Japanese language which is provided below. This change in the Radio Law has been made in order to enable users of the combination of host and radio module to verify if they are actually using a radio device which is approved for use in Japan. Translation:

This equipment contains specified radio equipment that has been certified to the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification under the Radio Law. Figure 2: GITEKI mark and ID Page 3 of 7 R209-J00240 FCC 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 undesirable operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Silicon Labs could void the users authority to operate the equipment. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter meets both portable and mobile limits as demonstrated in the RF Exposure Analysis. OEM Responsibilities to comply with FCC Regulations The BGM111 Bluetooth Smart Module has been certified for integration into products only by OEM integrators under the following condition:

The transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. As long as the conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.). Note:

In the event that this condition cannot be met (for certain configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization. End Product Labeling The BGM111 Bluetooth Smart Module is labeled with its own FCC ID. 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. In that case, the final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:

"Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: QOQBGM111"

Or

"Contains FCC ID: QOQBGM111"

The OEM integrator must not provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module or change RF related parameters in the user manual of the end product. Page 4 of 7 ISEDC IC (English) This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with a standard 2.14 dBi dipole antenna. Other antenna types are strictly prohibited for use with this device. This device complies with Industry Canadas license-exempt RSS standards. 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. RF Exposure Statement Exception from routine SAR evaluation limits are given in RSS-102 Issue 5. BGM111E Bluetooth Smart Module meets the given requirements when the minimum separation distance to human body is 15 mm. RF exposure or SAR evaluation is not required when the separation distance is 15 mm or more. If the separation distance is less than 15 mm the OEM integrator is responsible for evaluating the SAR. OEM Responsibilities to comply with IC Regulations The BGM111 Bluetooth Smart Module has been certified for integration into products only by OEM integrators under the following conditions:

The antenna(s) must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 15 mm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times. The transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. As long as the two conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.). Note:

In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for certain configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the IC authorization is no longer considered valid and the IC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate IC authorization. End Product Labeling The BGM111 Bluetooth Smart module is labeled with its own IC ID. If the IC 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. In that case, the final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:

"Contains Transmitter Module IC: 5123A-BGM111"

Or

"Contains IC: 5123A-BGM111"

The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module or change RF related parameters in the user manual of the end product. Page 5 of 7 IC (Francais) Cet metteur radio (IC : 5123A-BGM111) a reu l'approbation d'Industrie Canada pour une exploitation avec l'antenne puce incorpore. Il est strictement interdit d'utiliser d'autres types d'antenne avec cet appareil. Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dIndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. Lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

2. Lutilisateur de lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. Dclaration relative l'exposition aux radiofrquences (RF) Les limites applicables lexemption de lvaluation courante du DAS sont nonces dans le CNR 102, 5e dition. L'appareil BGM111 rpond aux exigences donnes quand la distance de sparation minimum par rapport au corps humain est infrieure ou gale 15 mm. L'valuation de l'exposition aux RF ou du DAS n'est pas requise quand la distance de sparation est de 15 mm ou plus. Si la distance de sparation est infrieure 15 mm, il incombe l'intgrateur FEO d'valuer le DAS. Responsabilits du FEO ayant trait la conformit avec les rglements IC Le module BGM111 a t certifi pour une intgration dans des produits uniquement par les intgrateurs FEO dans les conditions suivantes:

La ou les antennes doivent tre installes de telle faon qu'une distance de sparation minimum de 15 mm soit maintenue entre le radiateur (antenne) et toute personne tout moment. Le module metteur ne doit pas tre install au mme endroit ou fonctionner conjointement avec toute autre antenne ou metteur. Ds lors que les deux conditions ci-dessus sont respectes, d'autres tests de l'metteur ne sont pas obligatoires. Cependant, il incombe toujours l'intgrateur FEO de tester la conformit de son produit final vis--vis de toute exigence supplmentaire avec ce module install (par exemple, missions de dispositifs numriques, exigences relatives aux matriels priphriques PC, etc). Note:

S'il s'avre que ces conditions ne peuvent tre respectes (pour certaines configurations ou la colocation avec un autre metteur), alors l'autorisation IC n'est plus considre comme valide et l'identifiant IC ne peut plus tre employ sur le produit final. Dans ces circonstances, l'intgrateur FEO aura la responsabilit de rvaluer le produit final (y compris l'metteur) et d'obtenir une autorisation IC distincte. tiquetage du produit final L'tiquette du module BGM111 porte son propre identifiant IC. Si l'identifiant IC n'est pas visible quand le module est install l'intrieur d'un autre appareil, l'extrieur de l'appareil dans lequel le module est install doit aussi porter une tiquette faisant rfrence au module qu'il contient. Dans ce cas, une tiquette comportant les informations suivantes doit tre colle sur une partie visible du produit final.

"Contient le module metteur IC: 5123A-BGM111"

or

"Contient IC : 5123A-BGM111"

L'intgrateur FEO doit tre conscient de ne pas fournir d'informations l'utilisateur final permettant d'installer ou de retirer ce module RF ou de changer les paramtres lis aux RF dans le mode d'emploi du produit final. Page 6 of 7 CE The Declaration of Conformity may be consulted at www.silabs.com. Please note that every application using the BGM111 will need to perform the radio EMC tests on the end product according to EN 301 489-17. The conduced test results can be inherited from the modules test report to the test report of the end product using BGM111. EN300328 radiated spurious emission test must be repeated with the end product assembly. Test documentation and software for the EN 300 328 radiated spurious emissions testing can be requested from the Silicon Labs support. Page 7 of 7