Naturelink PBLN51822PBL 51822 RF Module FCC ID User Manual

Naturelink PBLN51822PBL 51822 RF Module FCC ID User Manual

PBLN51822 KEY FEATURES

-96dBm at 250kb -90dBm at 1Mbs -85dBm at 2Mbs

Radio current consumption LDO at 1.8V| 16mA – TX at +4dBM output power 10.5mA – TX at OdBm output power 13mA – RX at 1Mbs
Radio current consumption DC-DC at 3V| 10.5mA – TX at -1-4dBm output power 8.1mA – TX at OdBm output power 9.5mA – RX at 1Mbs
Microcontroller| 32-bit ARM Cortex MO
Program Memory| 256kB Flash RAM 16kB
Oscillators| 16MHz crystal oscillator 16MHz RC oscillator 32kHz crystal oscillator
System current consumption| 420nA – No RAM retention

530nA – 8k RAM retention

2pA – All peripherals in IDLE mode

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Hardware Security| 128-bit AES ECB/CCM/AAR co-processor
GPIO| 31 configurable
Digital I/O| X2 Hardware SPI master / 2X 2-wire master UART / Quadrature demodulator
Peripherals| 10-bit ADC / RNG / Temperature sensor / RTC
PPI| 16-channel
Voltage regulator| LDO (1.8 to 3.6V)

Buck DC/DC (2.1 to 3.6V)

Timers/counters| 2 x 16 bit 1 x 24bit, 2 x 24bit, RTC
Regulatory Approval| KC

FCC

CE

Key Features

• 2A GHz transceiver
  -93 dBm sensitivity in Bluetooth® low energy mode
  250 kbps, 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps supported data rates
  TX Power -20 to +4 dBm in 4 as steps
  TX Power -30 dBm Whisper mode
  13 mA peak RX, 10.5 mA peak TX (0 dBm)
  RSSI (1 dB resolution)

• ARM® Cortex”-MO 32 bit processor
  275 pA/MHz running from flash memory
  150 NA/MHz running from RAM
  Serial Wire Debug (SWD)

• S1x0 series SoftDevice ready

• Memory
  256 kB embedded flash program memory
  16 kB RAM

• Support for non-concurrent multiprotocol operation
  On-air compatibility with nRF24L series

• Flexible Power Management
  Supply voltage range 1.8 V to 3.6 V
  2.5 ps wake-up using 16 MHz RCOSC
  0.4 pA @ 3 V OFF mode
  0.5 pA @ 3 V in OFF mode — 1 region RAM retention
  2.3 pA @ 3 V ON mode, all blocks IDLE

• 8/9/10 bit ADC – 8 configurable channels

• 31 General Purpose I/O Pins

• One 32 bit and two 16 bit timers with counter mode

• SPI Master • Two-wire Master (I2C compatible) • UART (CTS/RTS)

• CPU independent Programmable Peripheral Interconnect (PPI:

• Quadrature Decoder :QDEC) • AES HW encryption

• Real Timer Counter (RTC)

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Results. Operation is subject to the following two conditions :

1. This Device may not cause harmful interface, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment 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 correct the interference by one or more 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 receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

“CAUTION : Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
Antenna shall be mounted in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation. The antenna should not be contacted during operation to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limit.

IC Information
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation in 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.

Information for OEM Integrator

This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:

1. The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and
2. The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.

End product labelling
The label for end product must include
“Contains FCC ID: 2AQWI-PBLN51822, Contains IC: 27822-PBLN51822”.

“ CAUTION: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users.”

Requirement per KDB996369 D03

List of applicable FCC rules

List the FCC rules that are applicable to the modular transmitter. These are the rules that specifically establish the bands of operation, the power, spurious emissions, and operating fundamental frequencies. DO NOT list compliance to unintentional-radiator rules (Part 15 Subpart B) since that is not a condition of a module grant that is extended to a host manufacturer. See also Section 2.10 below concerning the need to notify host manufacturers that further testing is required.3

Explanation: This module meets the requirements of FCC part 15C(15.247).

Summarize the specific operational use conditions

Describe use conditions that are applicable to the modular transmitter, including for example any limits on antennas, etc. For example, if point-to- point antennas are used that require reduction in power or compensation for cable loss, then this information must be in the instructions. If the use condition limitations extend to professional users, then instructions must state that this information also extends to the host manufacturer’s instruction manual. In addition, certain information may also be needed, such as peak gain per frequency band and minimum gain, specifically for master devices in 5 GHz DFS bands.

Explanation: The EUT has a PCB Antenna, and the antenna use a permanently attached antenna which is not replaceable.

Limited module procedures

If a modular transmitter is approved as a “limited module,” then the module manufacturer is responsible for approving the host environment that the limited module is used with. The manufacturer of a limited module must describe, both in the filing and in the installation instructions, the alternative means that the limited module manufacturer uses to verify that the host meets the necessary requirements to satisfy the module limiting conditions.

A limited module manufacturer has the flexibility to define its alternative method to address the conditions that limit the initial approval, such as: shielding, minimum signaling amplitude, buffered modulation/data inputs, or power supply regulation. The alternative method could include that the limited module manufacturer reviews detailed test data or host designs prior to giving the host manufacturer approval.
This limited module procedure is also applicable for RF exposure evaluation when it is necessary to demonstrate compliance in a specific host. The module manufacturer must state how control of the product into which the modular transmitter will be installed will be maintained such that full compliance of the product is always ensured. For additional hosts other than the specific host originally granted with a limited module, a Class II permissive change is required on the module grant to register the additional host as a specific host also approved with the module.
Explanation: The module is not a limited module.

Trace antenna designs

For a modular transmitter with trace antenna designs, see the guidance in Question 11 of KDB Publication 996369 D02 FAQ – Modules for Micro-Strip Antennas and traces. The integration information shall include for the TCB review the integration instructions for the following aspects: layout of trace design, parts list (BOM), antenna, connectors, and isolation requirements.

• Information that includes permitted variances (e.g., trace boundary limits, thickness, length, width, shape(s), dielectric constant, and impedance as applicable for each type of antenna);
• Each design shall be considered a different type (e.g., antenna length in multiple(s) of frequency, the wavelength, and antenna shape (traces in phase) can affect antenna gain and must be considered);
• The parameters shall be provided in a manner permitting host manufacturers to design the printed circuit (PC) board layout;
• Appropriate parts by manufacturer and specifications;
• Test procedures for design verification; and
• Production test procedures for ensuring compliance.

The module grantee shall provide a notice that any deviation(s) from the defined parameters of the antenna trace, as described by the instructions, require that the host product manufacturer must notify the module grantee that they wish to change the antenna trace design. In this case, a Class  II permissive change application is required to be filed by the grantee, or the host manufacturer can  take responsibility through the change in FCC ID (new application) procedure followed by a Class II permissive change application.

Explanation: Yes, The module with trace antenna designs, and This manual has been shown the layout of trace design, antenna, connectors, and isolation requirements.

RF exposure considerations

It is essential for module grantees to clearly and explicitly state the RF exposure conditions that permit a host product manufacturer to use the module. Two types of instructions are required for RF exposure information:

1. to the host product manufacturer, to define the application conditions (mobile, portable – xx cm from a person’s body); and
2. additional text needed for the host product manufacturer to provide to end users in their end-product manuals.

If RF exposure statements and use conditions are not provided, then the host product manufacturer is required to take responsibility of the module through a change in FCC ID (new application).

Explanation: This module complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment, This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.” This module is designed to comply with the FCC statement, FCC ID is: 2AQWI-PBLN51822.

Antennas

A list of antennas included in the application for certification must be provided in the instructions. For modular transmitters approved as limited modules, all applicable professional installer instructions must be included as part of the information to the host product manufacturer. The antenna list shall also identify the antenna types (monopole, PIFA, dipole, etc. (note that for example an “omni directional antenna” is not considered to be a specific “antenna type”)).

For situations where the host product manufacturer is responsible for an external connector, for example with an RF pin and antenna trace design, the integration instructions shall inform the installer that unique antenna connector must be used on the Part 15 authorized transmitters used in the host product. The module manufacturers shall provide a list of acceptable unique connectors.

Explanation: The EUT has a PCB Antenna, and the antenna use a permanently attached antenna which is unique.

Label and compliance information

Grantees are responsible for the continued compliance of their modules to the FCC rules. This includes advising host product manufacturers that they need to provide a physical or e label stating “Contains FCC ID” with their finished product. See Guidelines for Labeling and User Information for RF Devices – KDB Publication 784748.

Explanation: The host system using this module, should have label in a visible area indicated the following texts: “Contains FCC ID: 2AQWI-PBLN51822, Contains IC: 27822 PBLN51822”

Information on test modes and additional testing requirements5

Additional guidance for testing host products is given in KDB Publication 996369 D04 Module Integration Guide. Test modes should take into consideration different operational conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a host, as well as for multiple simultaneously transmitting modules or other transmitters in a host product.

The grantee should provide information on how to configure test modes for host product evaluation for different operational conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a host, versus with multiple, simultaneously transmitting modules or other transmitters in a host.
Grantees can increase the utility of their modular transmitters by providing special means, modes, or instructions that simulates or characterizes a connection by enabling a transmitter. This can greatly simplify a host manufacturer’s determination that a module as installed in a host complies with FCC requirements.

Explanation: Top band can increase the utility of our modular transmitters by providing instructions that simulates or characterizes a connection by enabling a transmitter.

Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer

The grantee should include a statement that the modular transmitter is only FCC authorized for the specific rule parts (i.e., FCC transmitter rules) listed on the grant, and that the host product manufacturer is responsible for compliance to any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the modular transmitter grant of certification. If the grantee markets their product as being Part 15 Subpart B compliant (when it also contains unintentional-radiator digital circuity), then the grantee shall provide a notice stating that the final host product still requires Part 15 Subpart B compliance testing with the modular transmitter installed.

Explanation: The module without unintentional-radiator digital circuity, so the module does not require an evaluation by FCC Part 15 Subpart B. The host should be evaluated by the FCC Subpart B.

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