SecureMesh FocusP Radio Module INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The Trilliant SecureMesh FocusP Radio Module is a 2.4GHz 802.15.4 transceiver radio module intended for use in electric meters, gas meters, and network product and in home products for utility applications. The module contains its permanently attached antenna board, the L shaped antenna with 1.1 dBi of gain. The module also allows direct connection for an optional U.FL connector. Power is supplied by a host module with a nominal voltage of 15 Vdc with an enable input of 5 Vdc. Specification of the radio module:
IEEE standard: 802.15.4 Power Output : +30 dBm Radio Sensitivity: 99 dBm RF Data Rate: 250 kbps Operating Frequency: 2.4002.483GHz Network Topology: Mesh Modulation: OQPSK Antenna Options: U.FL Trilliant Responsibilities to comply with FCC and Industry Canada Regulations The SecureMesh FocusP radio module has been certified for integration into products only by a professional under the following conditions:
1. The antenna(s) must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times. 2. 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, Trilliant 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.). IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for certain configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC and Industry Canada authorizations are no longer considered valid and the FCC ID and IC Certification Number cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, Trilliant integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC and Industry Canada authorization. Trilliant will 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. The module will be professionally installed inside a meter. The meter will be professionally installed by employees of a utility who are professionals in their field. Product Labeling The Trilliant SecureMesh FocusP Radio Module is labeled with its own FCC ID and IC Certification Number. If the FCC ID and IC Certification Number are 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: TMB-G35FOCUSP Contains Transmitter Module IC: 6028A-G35FOCUSP or Contains FCC ID: TMB-G35FOCUSP Contains IC: 6028A-G35FOCUSP Since there is no place on the Trilliant SecureMesh FocusP Radio Module, the following statement shall be placed in the finish product user manual:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. User Manual Statements The user manual of the finish product shall include the following statements:
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The following statement must be included as a CAUTION statement to alert users of FCC RF exposure compliance:
To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station transmission devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is not recommended. Trilliant Networks Inc. 401 Harrision Oaks Blvd. Suite 300, Cary, NC 27513 (919) 495-6111 Page 2 of 3 Industry Canada Statements 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. 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. The following statement must be included as a CAUTION statement to alert users of Industry Canada RF exposure compliance:
To satisfy Industry Canada RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station transmission devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is not recommended. Pour satisfaire les requis d'industrie Canda sur les expositions aux radiofrquences pour les appareils mobiles et les stations de transmission, une distance de 20 cm ou plus doit tre maintenue entre l'antenne de cet appareil et les personnes durant l'opration. Pour assurer la conformit, les oprations des distances infrieures ne sont pas recommandes. The Trilliant SecureMesh FocusP Radio Module must only use the approved antenna(s) listed below, which have been certified with this module. Antenna Approved for use The SecureMesh FocusP devices have been designed to operate with its permanently attached antenna listed below and having a maximum gain of 1.1 dBi. Antenna type not included in this list or having a gain greater than 1.1 dBi are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. PCB Trace Inverted-L Antenna (1.1 dBi gain) Trilliant Networks Inc. 401 Harrision Oaks Blvd. Suite 300, Cary, NC 27513 (919) 495-6111 Page 3 of 3