REALTEK RTL8852CE 802.11ax Combo Module User Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Realtek
Table of Contents
REALTEK RTL8852CE 802.11ax Combo Module
Product Information
The RTL8852CE is an 802.11ax RTL8852CE Combo module produced by Realtek Semiconductor Corp. It is a preliminary version released on December 16, 2021. The module is intended for OEM integrators only and has been tested for compliance with FCC Part 15. The device operates in the 5.15-5.25GHz band, which is restricted to indoor use only, and the frequency 5850-5895MHz operation of this device is also restricted to indoor use only, except for large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet.
The device meets all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules and complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and the user’s body. The module has a relevant humidity storage temperature and an MTBF calculation over 150,000 hours.
Product Usage Instructions
The RTL8852CE module is intended for OEM integrators only. It has been tested for standalone mobile RF exposure use conditions. Any other usage conditions such as co-location with other transmitter(s) or being used in a portable condition will need a separate reassessment through a class II permissive change application or new certification.
When using the device, ensure that it is operated in compliance with FCC regulations. The operation of the device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, and boats except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet.
When installing the device, ensure that there is a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and the user’s body to comply with FCC radiation exposure limits. If you experience interference, try reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna, increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver, or connecting the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. If the interference persists, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70 °C
- Relative Humidity: 5-90% (non-condensing)
Storage
- Temperature: -40°C to +80°C (non-operating)
- Relevant Humidity: 5-95% (non-condensing)
MTBF calculation
- Over 150,000hours
FCC STATEMENT
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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.
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.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located with any other transmitters except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Referring to the multi-transmitter policy, multiple-transmitter(s) and module(s) can be operated simultaneously without C2PC.
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. FCC
regulations restrict the frequency 5850-5895MHz operation of this device to
indoor use only.
The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains,
boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in
large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet. This device meets all the other
requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules.
§ 15.407(d)(2) Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
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 & your body.
This module is intended for OEM integrators only. Per FCC KDB 996369 D03 OEM Manual v01 guidance, the following conditions must be strictly followed when using this certified module:
KDB 996369 D03 OEM Manual v01 rule sections:
List of applicable FCC rules
This module has been tested for compliance to FCC Part 15
Summarize the specific operational use conditions
The module is tested for standalone mobile RF exposure use conditions. Any
other usage conditions such as co-location with other transmitter(s) or being
used in a portable condition will need a separate reassessment through a class
II permissive change application or new certification.
Limited module procedures
Not applicable.
Trace antenna designs
Not applicable.
RF exposure considerations
This equipment complies with FCC mobile radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. If
the module is installed in a portable host, a separate SAR evaluation is
required to confirm compliance with relevant FCC portable RF exposure rules.
Antennas
The following antennas have been certified for use with this module; antennas
of the same type with equal or lower gain may also be used with this module.
The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm can be maintained between the
antenna and users.
| Ant. | Brand | Model Name | Antenna Type | Gain (dBi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLAN 2.4GHz | WLAN |
5GHz /
6GHz
| Bluetooth
1| ARISTOTLE| RFA-27-JP378-4B-200| Monopole| 3.38| 4.86| 3.38
2| ARISTOTLE| RFA-27-JP326-MHF4300| PIFA| 3.50| 5.00| 3.50
3| ARISTOTLE| RFA-27-C38H1-MHF4300| Dipole| 3.00| 5.00| 3.00
4| ARISTOTLE| RFA-57-JP697-4B-300| Monopole| –| -5.00| –
Label and compliance information
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:
“Contains FCC ID: TX2-RTL8852CE”. The grantee’s FCC ID can be used only when
all FCC compliance requirements are met.
Information on test modes and additional testing requirements
This transmitter is tested in a standalone mobile RF exposure condition and
any co-located or simultaneous transmission with other transmitter(s) or
portable use will require a separate class II permissive change re-evaluation
or new certification.
Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer
This transmitter module is tested as a subsystem and its certification does
not cover the FCC Part 15 Subpart B (unintentional radiator) rule requirement
applicable to the final host. The final host will still need to be reassessed
for compliance with this portion of rule requirements if applicable. As long
as all conditions above are met, further transmitter test 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptop
configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC
authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not 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.
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the
end product which integrates this module. The end user manual shall include
all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
OEM/Host manufacturer responsibilities
OEM/Host manufacturers are ultimately responsible for the compliance of the
Host and Module. The final product must be reassessed against all the
essential requirements of the FCC rule such as FCC Part 15 Subpart B before it
can be placed on the US market. This includes reassessing the transmitter
module for compliance with the Radio and EMF essential requirements of the FCC
rules. This module must not be incorporated into any other device or system
without retesting for compliance as multi-radio and combined equipment.
Industry Canada statement:
This device complies with ISED’s license-exempt RSSs. 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.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
greater than 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: (For module device use)
- The antenna must be installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the antenna and users, and
- The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptop
configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the Canada
authorization is no longer considered valid and the IC ID can not 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 Canada authorization.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna
may be installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the antenna and
users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the
following: “Contains IC: 6317A-RTL8852CE”.
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the
end product which integrates this module. The end user manual shall include
all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
Caution:
- The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
- For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limit;
- For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits as appropriate;
- Where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask requirement set forth in section 6.2.2.3 shall be clearly indicated.
This radio transmitter [IC: 6317A-RTL8852CE] has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
| Ant. | Brand | Model Name | Antenna Type | Gain (dBi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLAN 2.4GHz | WLAN |
5GHz /
6GHz
| Bluetooth
1| ARISTOTLE| RFA-27-JP378-4B-200| Monopole| 3.38| 4.86| 3.38
2| ARISTOTLE| RFA-27-JP326-MH4300| PIFA| 3.50| 5.00| 3.50
3| ARISTOTLE| RFA-27-C38H1-MH4300| Dipole| 3.00| 5.00| 3.00
Japan Statement
Host system must be labeled with “Contains MIC ID:xxxxxx“, MIC ID displayed
on label.
CE/UK Statement
This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
The frequency and the maximum transmitted power in EU are listed below:
- 2412-2472MHz: ≤ 20 dBm
- 2402-2480MHz (BR/EDR): ≤ 15.90 dBm
- 2402-2480MHz (LE): ≤ 13.15 dBm
- 5180-5240MHz: ≤ 23 dBm
- 5260-5320MHz: ≤ 23 dBm
- 5500-5700: ≤ 23 dBm
- 5745-5825MHz: ≤ 13.98 dBm (For CE only)
- 5745-5825MHz: ≤ 23 dBm (For UK only)
- 5955-6415MHz: ≤ 23 dBm
The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5150 to 5350 MHz frequency range.
| AT | BE | BG | HR | CY | CZ | DK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE | FI | FR | DE | EL | HU | IE |
| IT | LV | LT | LU | MT | NL | PL |
| PT | RO | SK | SI | ES | SE | UK(NI) |
Norway(NO), Iceland(IS), Lichtenstein(LI), Turkey(TR), Switzerland(CH)
Installing and Un-installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module
Installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module
Hardware
Installing PCIe NGFF2230 module to PCIe NGFF2230 connector and connect two external Wi-Fi antennas on I-PEX connectors.
Hardware
Remove 2 external Wi-Fi Antennas from the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module board
and remove the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module board from PCIe NGFF2230
connector port.
Installing the WLAN PCIe & Bluetooth USB NGFF2230
module Software
Before you proceed with the installation, please notice following
descriptions.
- Note 1: The following installation was operated under Windows 7.
- Note 2: If you have installed the WLAN driver & utility before, please uninstall the old version first.
Execute the “setup.exe”, Click “Next” to process the installation
Select ”I accept the terms in license agreement” and click “Next” to process the installation
Click “Next” button.
Select “Complete” and click “Next” button.
Click the “Install” button.
Click the “Finish” button.
Please click “Next step” to continue.
Please click “Next” to continue.
Please click “Install” to start the installation.
Please click “Install” to start the installation.
Un-installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module
Software
Uninstall the RTL8852CE WLAN Driver from “Start”→ “Control Panel”→ “Programs”
Please select items as below and click “Uninstall” to remove RTL8852CE WLAN,
BT driver, and MP UI.
Contact Information
Realtek Semiconductor Corp.
No. 2, Innovation Road II, Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
Tel.: +886-3-578-0211.
Fax: +886-3-577-6047
www.realtek.com.