NETRONIX N428 Electronic Display Device Owner’s Manual
- June 1, 2024
- netronix
Table of Contents
NETRONIX N428 Electronic Display Device
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Rakuten Kobo Inc.
- Model: N428
- Regulatory Compliance: FCC/IC, EU Declaration of Conformity
- SAR Limits: FCC/IC 1g SAR Limit 1.6, EU/ACMA 10g SAR Limit 2.0
- Operating Frequency: 5.15-5.35GHz
Product Usage Instructions
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information:
- Make sure to check the regulatory certification/approval marks in Settings > About Kobo on your device.
- Ensure compliance with essential requirements and relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EC.
Recycling Information
To recycle your device, contact Kobo at http://www.kobo.com/erecycling.
Indoor Use and SAR Limits
Operate the device in the band 5150-5250 MHz indoors to reduce interference
with mobile satellite systems.
The device meets SAR limits for RF exposure with specific values listed below:
- FCC/IC 1g SAR Limit: 1.6
- EU/ACMA 10g SAR Limit: 2.0
- Highest Reported Body SAR Value: 1.16
- Highest Reported Body (0 cm Gap) Value: 1.17
Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.
USA – Appliance Efficiency Compliance
The device complies with California Code of Regulations, Title 20, Sections
1601 through 1609.
FAQ
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Q: How can I check the regulatory compliance of my device?
A: You can find the regulatory certification/approval marks in Settings > About Kobo on your device. -
Q: What is the SAR limit for this device?
A: The SAR limit for the device is FCC/IC 1.6 W/kg and EU 2.0 W/kg, with specific values provided in the user manual.
NETRONIX, INC.
Electronic Display Device
Rakuten Kobo Inc
N428
Regulatory Compliance and Important Safety Information
Regulatory Certification/Approval Marks for your device can be found in Settings > About Kobo __
EU Declaration of Conformity
Note: Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for any additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this device, please visit www.kobo.com/userguides
Europe – Recycling Information 
In accordance with the European Union’s directive (2012/19/EU) on the Waste of
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), this symbol on the product or on
its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your
other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your
waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will
help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment. For more information about
where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your
local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Not all jurisdictions have appropriate infrastructure for electronics to be
separately collected and treated. Please contact your local waste authority
for how you should dispose of your device.
For further information on how you can recycle your device, please contact
Kobo at: http://www.kobo.com/erecycling
Manufacturer information
Rakuten Kobo Inc.
150 John Street, 5th Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3E3, Canada.
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.
SAR Limits
This device has been tested and meets applicable limits for Radio Frequency
(RF) exposure.
The frequency and maximum transmitted power in EU are listed as bellows:
- 2.412-2.472 GHz: 19.98 dBm
- 5.18-5.24 GHz: 21.96 dBm
- 2.402-2.480 GHz: 6.09 dBm (BT-EDR), 6.15 dBm (BT-LE)
Transfer Rate
- 802.11b: up to 11 Mbps
- 802.11g: up to 54 Mbps
- 802.11n: up to 72.2 Mbps
- 802.11n: up to 150 Mbps
- 802.11ac: up to 433.3 Mbps
The exposure standards for wireless devices employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC/IC is 1.6 W/kg. The SAR limit recommended by the Council of the European Union is 2.0 W/kg. This device’s maximum SAR value is well below the FCC/IC and EU limits with specific measurements shown in the below table.
Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.
USA – Appliance Efficiency Compliance
This device has been tested and found to comply with the California Code of
Regulations, Title 20, Sections 1601 through 1609 with the applicable test
standard – Appendix Y to Subpart B of Part 430.
USA – FCC Compliance Statement
Kobo ____ (Model N428) FCC ID: NOIKBN428
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 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.
Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by
Kobo could void the EMC and wireless compliance and negate your authority to
operate the product. This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under
conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded
cables between system components. It is important that you use compliant
peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the
possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other
electronic devices.
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 transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement
Kobo ____ (Model N428) IC: 8857A-KBN428
CAN ICES-003 (B)/NMB-003 (B)
Industry Canada statement
This device complies with ISED’s licence-exempt RSSs. 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.
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.
USA and Canada – Radiation Exposure Statement (for portable wireless device
use)
This device complies with portable RF exposure limit in Canada and the USA set
forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended operation as
described in this manual. Further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the
product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to
lower output power if such function is available.
Note: The country code selection is for non-US model only and is not available to all US models. Per FCC regulation, all WiFi product marketed in US must be fixed to US operation channels only.
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Japan – JATE and TELEC
This device complies with the Technical Regulations Conformity Certification of Terminal equipment and Specified Radio equipment.
Japan Class B ITE
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
Australia and New Zealand – EMC This device complies with the requirements of the electrical and EMC regulations of Australia and New Zealand in accordance with AS/NZS 4417 Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4.
Singapore
China
CMIIT ID: XXXXXXXXXX • Supplier
Malaysia
Turkey – RoHS Compliance Statement
Republic of Turkey: EEE Compliance Regulations
Other Safety Information
- The RF signals generated by your device can cause interference with or malfunction to medical devices such as pacemakers or hearing aids, including the potential for serious injury. If you have any concerns about using your Kobo device in proximity to any medical devices, please consult the manufacturer of the medical device in question.
- Certain locations, such as health care facilities or construction sites, may be put at risk when radio frequency (RF) signals are generated, including through use of the wireless functionality on your device. If you see signs and other material requesting that two-way radios or cellular phones should be turned off, please turn off the wireless connection of your device in these areas.
- This Kobo device has been tested to comply with specific absorption rate (SAR) limits as a body worn device. The maximum allowable level for the European Union is 2.0 W/kg and operation of this device is below that value. To reduce RF exposure, keep your device at a separation distance of 0mm from your body, especially when transmitting wireless data. Cases with metal parts may change the RF performance of the device, including its compliance with RF exposure guidelines, in a manner that has not been tested or certified.
- Do not open or attempt to repair your device, including repair or replacement of the lithium-ion battery in this device; contact Kobo Support for any repair and/or battery-related safety concerns.
- It is recommended to only use Kobo adapters or chargers that are specifically designed or approved for your Kobo device. Do not use your adapter if the cord or plug is damaged.
- Avoid exposing your device to fire and other direct heat, including hair dryers, microwave ovens and other appliances.
- As this device contains small components that could lead to a choking hazard for small children, Kobo recommends that you do not open the device for any reason, including repair.
- Avoid storing your device in temperatures lower than -10 °C and higher than 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F). Operation of the device should occur in temperatures between 0 °C and 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F). Dramatic changes in temperature or humidity may affect the functioning of the device due to the formation of condensation.
- Do not force objects into your device ports (USB port), connections or buttons. If a connector does not easily fit, then it may not be a match for this device.
- Do not operate the device when driving and do not store your device in a location that is covering an airbag location. Airbags erupt with incredible force and could cause injury or damage if your device or its accessories are in the path of the expected airbag’s inflation area.
- During travel on an airplane, follow all instructions provided by your flight operator. Your Kobo device wireless “Wi-Fi” on/off function available in your device settings.
- Some individuals may be susceptible to seizures, blackouts, and eyestrain when operating devices with flashing lights or similar light patterns. If you have experienced any of these symptoms or you have any concerns about this issue, please consult a physician. It should be noted that this may occur even if you have not had a prior occurrence.
- Kobo Sleep Covers contain magnets. Magnets may impact the functioning of medical devices such as pacemakers or defibrillators. Contact your medical device manufacturer if you have any concerns.
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