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AW24MUFL User Manual
2.4GHz DSSS SPI Radio for External Antenna
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
2.4GHz DSSS SPI Radio for External Antenna
AW24MUFL
User Manual
Introduction
One of the bottlenecks that many product developers encounter in incorporating any radio
communication device is facing the legal aspect of qualifying the products and going to market
without encountering legal problems. The Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB)
authorization process in the United States offers manufacturers more than one approval body. The
TCB authorization process certifies devices in accordance with FCC rules and policies. The
performance of the Artaflex AW24MUFL radio is measured according to the requirements of FCC
rules. The major applicable FCC regulations are described in Section 15.247 (a) to (d).
This document gives an overview of the legal issues governing the manufacture and sale of the
Artaflex AW24MUFL wireless module intended for unlicensed operation in the United States under
FCC Part 15, Industry Canada RSS-210 and European Union ETSI EN 300 328-2 (Article 3.2 of
R&TTE) and ETSI EN 301 489-1 & ETSI EN 301 489-7.
OEMs may need to obtain standard equipment regulatory agency certification and for end product
deployment in countries where Modular Approval is not recognized.
The details of standard equipment regulatory compliance are beyond the scope of this document.
OEMs needing standard equipment regulatory testing or who need council for determining regional
requirement should contact approved certification and test service providers accordingly. Artaflex
can provide assistance in obtaining regulatory compliance when required by the OEM.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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Table of Content
Page
1.0 Eligibility Requirements for Regulatory Module Approval……………………………….
2.0 User Guide Information…………………………………………………………………………
3.0 United States Regulatory FCC Modular Approval (MA)…………………………..………. 5
3.1 Antenna Regulation………………………………………..…………………………….
3.2 Emissions Compliance Testing…………………………………………………….....
3.3 Working with Additional Transmitters……………….………………………………
3.4 Product Labeling Requirements………………………………………………………. 7
4.0 Industry Canada Regulatory Approval …………………………………………………….… 7
4.1 Product Labeling Requirements…………………………………………………….… 8
5.0 European Union Regulatory Approval…………………………………………………….…. 8
5.1 Product Labeling Requirements…………………………………………………….… 8
5.2 European Countries Recognizing Modular Approval……………………..………. 9
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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1.0 Eligibility Requirements for Regulatory Module Approval
The Artaflex 2.4GHz DSSS SPI Radio (AW24MUFL) is a device that transmits and receives radio
signals in accordance with the spectrum regulations for the 2.4GHz unlicensed frequency range.
Regional regulatory agency approval may be required to operate AW24MUFL throughout the
world.
For purposes of ease of integration, time to market, and product surety, Artaflex submitted the
AW24MUFL to relevant agencies and obtained regulatory approvals for specific countries.
The AW24MUFL was approved under the “Modular Approval (MA) Grant”. This certification
represents a significant cost savings to the OEM.
The radio certification portion of this grant is transferable to Digital Electronic Device manufacturers
given adherence to specific implementation criteria noted herein. Any modification of the
AW24MUFL will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Any alteration or deviation from the documented
installation and/or use of the AW24MUFL will void the MA Grant as it applies to the end-product.
In the event the Digital Electronic Device manufacturer alters the herein described and approved
installation of the AW24MUFL, the end-product may require a complete recertification testing by
the Digital Electronic Device manufacturer. The MA Grant provides that Digital Electronic Device
manufacturers, who incorporate the AW24MUFL as tested and approved, can be relieved from
having to perform the Radio Regulatory certification portion of the respective agency certification.
While the OEM for a device into which an authorized module is installed is not required to obtain a
new authorization for the module, this does not preclude the possibility that some other form of
authorization or testing may be required for the device (e.g., a WLAN into which an authorized
module is installed must still be authorized as a PC peripheral, subject to the appropriate
equipment authorization).
The MA Grant is valid only in countries that recognize the MA Grant certification process.
Countries currently accepting the MA Grant include; the USA, Canada, and many European
countries as noted in Section 5.2 of this document. Terms and conditions of regulatory approval for
these countries are also described herein. However, this “grandfathered” radio certification does
not relieve the Digital Electronic Device manufacturers from submitting their device for digital
emissions certifications. Electronic device manufacturers may disregard the requirements of this
section provided they accept full responsibility for regulatory type-approval of the electronic device
with an integrated Artaflex AW24MUFL wireless module.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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2.0 User Guide Information
Electronic device manufacturers using Artaflex’s Modular Approval are required to place the below
text in their product user’s guide in accompaniment with other regulatory information.
The text may be disbursed according to language or geographic regions if desired, but the exact
text shown below must be maintained.
3.0 United States Regulatory FCC Modular Approval (MA)
The requirements for FCC Modular Approval were released in June 2000 in the FCC’s Public
Notice: FCC Public Notice DA 00-1407, Part 15 Unlicensed Modular Transmitter Approvals.
Design Criteria for Modular Approval
General Conditions:
The following conditions must be strictly adhered to for modular approval:
1. No modification to the module including the circuitry is permitted
2. Design criteria to include antenna, interconnects, and local oscillator
3. Testing of the final device configuration for Digital Emissions Compliance
The AW24MUFL may not be altered or modified in any way by the OEM or other integrator(s).
Additionally, no component(s) may be added which change the radio frequency (RF)
characteristics. These include unintentional or spurious emissions, immunity, ESD characteristics,
or other items commonly associated with RF devices. This includes all components; passive and
active (such as RF filters, RF amplifiers, RF switches, etc). Additionally, no RF components may
be placed between the RF output of the AW24MUFL and the antenna.
3.1 Antenna Regulation
The antenna has been qualified and approved for use under the Modular Approval certification.
The selected antenna is compatible with the RF impedance and frequency range of the
AW24MUFL.
The selected antenna has been specifically tested with the AW24MUFL, and has been certified
through the regulatory agencies in the US, Canada, and European Union for authorized use. Use
of a different antenna that does not meet the same parameters as used in the certification of the
AW24MUFL voids the MA grant for that AW24MUFL.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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3.2 Emissions Compliance Testing
Notwithstanding the Modular Approval for the Radio Device with associated antenna, the end
product configuration must meet digital emissions compliance and must be tested in accordance
with FCC Part 15 requirements confirming radiated emissions are within specified limits.
Applicable FCC guidelines:
• Part 15 Section 15.109 Sub-paragraph A, Class B Radiated Emission Limits
These emissions tests can be conducted by the manufacturer or by contacting an approved test
facility equipped and certified accordingly. The results of these emissions tests are not required to
be submitted to the FCC or Artaflex, but should be kept on file by the OEM.
3.3 Working with Additional Transmitters
AW24MUFL should not be operated with any other transmitter in the end product without obtaining
regulatory compliance from FCC.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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3.4 Product Labeling Requirements
FCC product labeling requirements stipulate an FCC label, including specific text, be placed on the
device containing the AW24MUFL module. The product label must include the following text and
must be affixed to the exterior of the OEM’s product. The text should be located beneath the FCC
compliance logo.
“This product contains Artaflex AW24MUFL Transmitter
Module FCC ID: UP2AW24MUFL”
In addition to the text above the Digital Electronic Devices manufacturers must also have the
following statements printed in their user/operations manual and /or indicate this exact text on the
outside of the OEM’s end product.
“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
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.
Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.”
4.0 Industry Canada Regulatory Approval
Industry Canada regulatory approval typically conforms to the FCC in terms of emission levels and
other regulatory requirements. It is the position of the Industry Canada agency that the OEM is
primarily responsible for ensuring end product compliance. Artaflex as grantee and supplier of the
module maintains responsibility for the Modular Approved design. FCC end-product compliance
certification results may be used to satisfy Industry Canada requirements. Please consult the
Industry Canada, RSS 210 specifications to confirm interagency compliance. If comparable FCC
testing has not been performed or if the specifications are not cross compliant, RSS 210 testing
will be required.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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4.1 Product Labeling Requirements
Industry Canada product labeling requirements stipulate specific text be placed on the device
containing the AW24MUFL module. The product must include the following text and must be
located on the exterior of the OEM’s product. This same information must be included in the
product user manual.
“This product contains Artaflex AW24MUFL Transmitter Module
Canadian Cert No IC: 6779A-AW24MUFL”
5.0 European Union Regulatory Approval
The European Union generally follows the guidelines of the FCC for emissions level requirements.
FCC end-product compliance certification results, if available, may be used to satisfy EU
requirements (Substitution Method). Please consult the ETSI EN 300 328 specifications to confirm
inter-agency compliance. If comparable FCC testing has not been performed or if the specifications
are not cross compliant, ETSI EN 300 328 testing will be required. Additionally, testing to the ETSI
EN 301 489-1 & ETSI EN 301 489-7 (immunity testing) is strongly recommended. Artaflex
assumes no responsibility for compliance of the end-product configuration.
5.1 Product Labeling Requirements
European Union product labeling requirements stipulate specific text is placed on the device
containing the AW24MUFL module. The product must include the following text and must be
located on the exterior of the OEM’s product. The same information may be included in the product
user manual, however is not mandatory. Packaging and user documentation must indicate the use
restrictions of the end-product (i.e. countries disallowing the operating frequencies of the
AW24MUFL). The end-product must be labeled "CE”.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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5.2 European Countries recognizing Modular Approval
The following text must be copied exactly into the product’s user’s guide:
“This product contains a radio transmitter with WirelessUSB technology which has
been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a
radio transmitter in the 2.400 GHz to 2.4835 GHz frequency range.”
The following countries associated with regulatory agency that recognize the product as authorized
for sale and use are:
Canada
USA
Austria
Belgium
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Norway
The
Netherlands
Portugal
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
This list will be updated to reflect additional grants obtained or needed in future revisions.
Note: As of the date of publication, Japan does not recognize the “Modular Approval” certification.
Regulatory certification for Japan (TELEC) must be acquired through typical approval procedures.
These approvals are the sole responsibility of the OEM. Artaflex Inc. may recommend, upon
request, TELEC certified laboratories capable of facilitating the appropriate test procedures for the
AW24MUFL.
This document is provided “as is” with no warranties whatsoever including any warranty of merchantability, non-infringement, fitness for any
particular purpose, or any warranty otherwise arising out of any proposal, specification or sample.
Artaflex Inc. disclaims all liability, including liability for infringement of any proprietary rights, relating to use of information in this document. No
license, expressed or implied, by estoppel or otherwise, to any intellectual property rights is granted herein.
Artaflex Inc.
215 Konrad Crescent
Markham, Ontario, Canada
L3R8T9
905-479-0148
UMAW24MUFL Rev 1v0
Revised September 25, 2009
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