ADS-BLEnRF1 Module User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- aDS
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ADS-BLEnRF1
**Module User Manual
**
ADS-BLEnRF1 Module
- Nordic nRF52832 with ARM Cortex M4F.
- -96 dBm sensitivity
- 2 Mbps Bluetooth low energy mode
- 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps supported data rates
- TX power -20 to +4 dBm in 4 dB steps
- Single-pin antenna interface
- 5.3 mA peak current in TX (0 dBm)
- 5.4 mA peak current in RX
- Integrated high performance PCB trace antenna:
- Operation voltage: 1.7V to 3.6V
- Operation temperature: -40°C to +85°Cpin1- Rx (Data from antenna, 0-5 Volts)
pin# | pin name | pin# | pin name |
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1 | 3.3V | 12 | P0.08 |
2 | GND | 13 | BLE_TX |
3 | P0.31 | 14 | BLE_RX |
4 | P0.30 | 15 | P0.13 |
5 | Debug_tx | 16 | P0.14 |
6 | Debug_rx | 17 | P0.15 |
7 | EEPROM-SCK | 18 | P0.18 |
8 | EEPROM-MOSI | 19 | P0.19 |
9 | EEPROM-MISO | 20 | RESET |
10 | EEPROM-NPSC | 21 | BLE_SC |
11 | P0.07 | 22 | BLE_SD |
This equipment complies with the FCC RF 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 and any part of your body.
FCC Statement
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.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: 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 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 the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This modular 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 20cm between the radiator and your body.
DONGGUAN PORTMAN ELECTRONIC SCIENCE ANDTECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. /ADS-
BLEnRF1-ANT2402MHz ~ 2480MHz: -0.5dBi(declare by Applicant)
Compliance list INTEGRATION INSTRUCTIONS for 996369 D03 OEM the and 996369 D03 OEM by Sections 2.2 through 2.12.
Requirement | Yes | N/A | Comment |
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2.2 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| YES| |
FCC standards: FCC CFR Title 47 Part 15 Subpart C Section 15.247
2.3 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.| YES| |
PCB antenna with antenna gain -0.5dBi
2.4 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| | N/A| Not applicable
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.| | |
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2.5 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.4
a)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);
b)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);
c)The parameters shall be provided in a manner permitting host manufacturers
to design the printed circuit (PC) board layout;
d)Approp riateparts by manufacturer and specifications;
e)Test procedures for design verification; and compliance.| | N/A| Not
applicable
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.|
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2.6 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).| YES| |
This modular complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
2.7 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| YES| |
PCB antenna with antenna gain -0.5dB
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.| | |
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2.8 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.|
YES| | If the FCC identification number 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. This exterior label can use wording such as the following:
“Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: 2AEPJ-BLENRF1 Or Contains FCC ID: 2AEPJ-
BLENRF1 ”
2.9 Information on test modes and additional testing requirements 5
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.| YES| |
The modular transmitter has been fully tested by the module grantee on the required number of channels, modulation types, and modes, it should not be necessary for the host installer to re-test all the available transmitter modes or settings.
2.10 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| YES| | Refer to instruction
Any company of the host device which install this modular with limit modular
approval should perform the test of radiated & conducted emission and spurious
emission,etc. according to FCC part 15B : 15107 and 15.109, 15B Class B
requirement, Only if the test result comply with FCC part 15B : 15.107 and
15.109, 15B Class B requirement,then the host can be sold legally.
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.| | | When the
module is installed inside another device, the user manual of the host must
contain below warning statements;
Note : 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 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 the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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2.11 Note EMI Considerations
Note that a host manufacture is recommended to use D04 Module Integration
Guide recommending as “best practice” RF design engineering testing and
evaluation in case non-linear interactions generate additional non-compliant
limits due to module placement to host components or properties For standalone
mode, reference the guidance in D04 Module Integration Guide and for
simultaneous mode7; see D02 Module Q&A Question 12, which permits the host
manufacturer to confirm compliance.| YES| | Note : host manufacture is
recommended to use D04 Module Integration Guide recommending as “best
practice” RF design engineering testing and evaluation in case non-linear
interactions generate additional non-compliant limits due to module placement
to host components or properties
For standalone mode, reference the guidance in D04 Module Integration Guide and for simultaneous mode7; see D02 Module Q&A Question 12, which permits the host manufacturer to confirm compliance.
2.12 How to make changes
Since . only Grantees are permitted to make permissive changes, it is
recommended that module manufactures provide contact information and some
guidance to host providers in the integration instructions if they expect
their module will be used differently than granted.| YES| | only Grantees are
permitted to make permissive changes.
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IC STATEMENT
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference.
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This modular complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This transmitter
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
If the IC number 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. This exterior label can
use wording such as the following: “Contains IC: 11418A-BLENRF1” when the
module is installed inside another device, the user manual of this device must
contain below warning statements;
- This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The devices must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product.
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