Eaton s Cooper Power Systems RFN420FL Utility Meter Reading Transceiver User Manual EkaNet Mobile Collection Software

Eaton's Cooper Power Systems Utility Meter Reading Transceiver EkaNet Mobile Collection Software

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RFN420fL User’s Guide Document Number XXXX Revision 1 Cooper Power Systems 20201 Century Boulevard, Suite 250 Germantown, MD 20874 USA www.cooperpowereas.com Tel (301) 515-7118 Fax: (301) 515-4965
XXXXX-01 2 RFN420fL User’s Guide Contents 1 About the RFN420fL ............................................................................................................................... 3 2 Regulatory Notices................................................................................................................................. 4 3 RFN420fL Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 6
XXXXX-01 3 RFN420fL User’s Guide 1 About the RFN420fL The RFN420fL is a radio communications device designed for use in L+G Focus meters. It can also be used in Cooper Power Systems Gateways and Relay Nodes. The RFN420fL provides a 915 MHz radio interface to an RF mesh network, and a ZigBee interface for HAN applications. The RFN420fL operates from a power source of 5.0 VDC, received from the host device. The radio modules operate in license-free bands at either 915 MHz (902.75 to 927.25 MHz) or 2400 MHz (2400 to 2483.5 MHz). RFN420fL Nodes are fully compatible with mesh network hardware, protocols and operations. Two radio transmission data rates are available: 76.8 kb/s and153.6 kb/s. The transmission power of the 915 MHz radio is adjustable from 27 dBm to -20 dBm. The transmission power of the 2400 MHz radio is fixed at +20 dBm.
XXXXX-01 4 RFN420fL User’s Guide 2 Regulatory Notices Warning The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that FCC Labeling requirements are met. This includes a clearly visible label on the outside of the OEM enclosure specifying the Cooper Power Systems FCC identifier (FCC ID: P9X-RFN420FL) and IC Number (IC: 6766A-RFN420FL) as well as the FCC Notice below. Warning 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. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Warning 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. Warning The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca.
XXXXX-01 5 RFN420fL User’s Guide Warning To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.” As such, the radio component of this device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following two conditions: The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users. The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. As long as the two conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (e.g., digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements). In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example, co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization. End Product Labeling This transmitter module is authorized only for use in devices where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users (for example access points, routers, wireless ASDL modems, certain laptop configurations, and similar equipment). The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “FCC ID: P9X-RFN420FL”. The radio component is an integral part of the RFN420fL and cannot be removed. Warning Transmitters with Detachable Antennas This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 8 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 8 dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. Antennas that may be used with this product include:  GH908U-PRO 900MHz Omnidirectional – 8dBi Gain  TRA9023NP - Antenex Phantom 902-928MHz – 3dB Gain  915MHz Co-linear Antenna -2dB gain To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.
XXXXX-01 6 RFN420fL User’s Guide 3 RFN420fL Specifications Radio Specifications Operating frequency 902.75 – 927.25 MHz 2400 – 2483.5 MHz Reliable data transmission Error detection, correction and retransmission RF output power 915 MHz: 27 dBm to -20 dBm 2400 MHz: 20 dBm Data rate 76.8 kb/s, 153.6 kb/s Receiver sensitivity -98 dBm (@ 0.1% BER, +25° C Range (w/ omni antenna) Outdoor 1,000 m (3200 ft) Indoor 75 – 150 m (225 – 490 ft) Mode Frequency hopping spread spectrum Mechanical Specifications Weight Unavailable Dimensions 27mm x 27mm x 3.5mm Operating Conditions Environmental -40° C to +85° C 0 – 95% non-condensing humidity Power supply AC 120V (regulated to 5.0 VDC and 3.3 VDC on-board) Power consumption < 1W
Cooper Power Systems 20201 Century Boulevard, Suite 250 Germantown, MD 20874 USA www.cooperpowereas.com Tel (301) 515-7118 Fax: (301) 515-4965

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