Silex technology SX-550, Developer'S Reference Manual

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Appendix D
Regulatory Information
Emissions Disclaimer (All SX-550 Models)
Final emission certification per FCC, CE and other agency requirements are the responsibility of the
OEM.
Modular Approval Information (SX-550-2701 only)
The SX-550-2701 is modular approved, which means that it allows a module vendor to certify that his
wireless module meets FCC Part 15 Subparts C and E and RSS-210 intentional radiation standards. Any
OEM device that incorporates a wireless module that has modular approval does not need to go through
the FCC Part 15 Subparts C and E or RSS-210 intentional radiation testing process. Modular approval
therefore greatly simplifies the approval process and substantially reduces the cost of testing.
There are specific requirements for using the SX-550-2701 modular approval, including:
1. You must put the SX-550 FCC or IC number in a visible location on your product. These
numbers are as follows:
a. FCC: N6C-SX10WAGIT
b. IC:
4908B-SXSX10WAGIT
2. You must use either a Silex-supplied SX-550 antenna (part number 108-00016-050) or a pole
antenna similar to the one shown in Appendix C. If you use a non-Silex antenna, it must have a
gain that is less than or equal to 2.1dBi @5.825GHz or 1.5dBi @2.4GHz. If you do not use a
pole antenna, the Limited Modular Approval no longer applies and you must recertify your product
for compliance with intentional radiation regulatory requirements.
3. You must use either the Silex-supplied SX-550 antenna cable (part number 131-20110-050) or
use a cable that meets the specifications shown in Appendix C.
4. There must be at least 20cm between the SX-550 antenna and the human body to avoid the
possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. If your device requires smaller
distances, then you must test your device as a system with the SX-550 for compliance with
specific absorption rate (SAR) requirements.
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IMPORTANT: Modular Approval only covers intentional radiation requirements. Although the SX-550 is designed to
comply with FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B unintentional radiation requirements, it is your responsibility to ensure that
your device complies with unintentional radiation requirements when the SX-550 is installed.