Eleven x orporated XIU001000 Eleven-X Interface Unit User Manual
Eleven-x Incorporated Eleven-X Interface Unit Users Manual
Users Manual
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Table of Contents
Revision History........................................................................................................................................3
Introduction................................................................................................................................................4
LoRaWAN Overview............................................................................................................................4
XIU Integration..........................................................................................................................................5
Antennas................................................................................................................................................5
Host Labelling.......................................................................................................................................5
Regulatory Information..............................................................................................................................6
Grant Limitations..................................................................................................................................6
Other Information..................................................................................................................................6
47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class B Devices........................................................................................7
FCC Interference Notice.......................................................................................................................7
Modifications.........................................................................................................................................7
Industry Canada Notice.........................................................................................................................8
RF Safety...............................................................................................................................................8
Contact Information...................................................................................................................................9
Legal Notices...........................................................................................................................................10
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Introduction
The eleven-X Interface Unit (XIU) module, model XIU001000, is a LoRaWANTM compliant module
providing low power, long range communitcation in the 915MHz ISM band in North America.
The XIU allows users to retrofit existing devices, converting a device that is only readable onsite at
infrequent intervals, to a device that can report data (eg meter readings, water levels) instantly and
remotely through a LoRaWANTM wireless network.
The XIU can be configured by the user remotely using over the air commands, or locally using the built
in NFC receiver. The XIU contains an integrated temperature sensor, acceleration sensor, and magnetic
switch.
LoRaWAN Overview
LoRaWANTM [which stands for long range wide area network], is the undisputed leader in open
standard LPWA [low power wide area] networks with deployments globally. The technology is backed
by the LoRa Alliance™, which is a global organization comprised of over 500 organizations with the
goal of moving IoT forward.
Some of the key features of LoRaWANTM include:
1. LOW POWER CONSUMPTION: Wireless, battery-powered devices operate up to 10 years on
standard batteries.
2. LOW TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP: Low-cost battery-powered devices combined with low
connectivity and installation fees and little-to-zero maintenance keep overall program costs
down.
3. OPEN STANDARD: LoRaWANTM is based on open architecture which enables open data
environments.
4. LONG RANGE: Reliable connectivity in urban and indoor environments with connectivity
extending up to approximately 48 km [30 miles].
5. SECURITY: LoRaWANTM utilizes 128-bit AES encryption.
For more information, refer to the LoRaWANTM specification.
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XIU Integration
For interfacing with the host device, the XIU provides a 6 pin terminal block for wired connections,
and a 40-pin board to board connector. Power for the XIU is supplied by its bundled battery pack.
Integration of the XIU will be done with the support of eleven-x. For further details and design support
contact eleven-x Incorporated.
Antennas
The gain of the antenna used for the XIU module (FCC ID 2AOX5XIU001000) must not exceed the
3dBi as specified in the FCC Grant for mobile and fixed or mobile operating conditions.
This radio transmitter, ISED ID 22369-XIU00100 has been approved by Industry Canada to operate
with the antenna types listed below with the maximum gain of 3dBi. Antenna types not included in this
list or having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for
use with this device.
External Part
Number
Eleven-X Part
Number
Mfg. Type Gain
(dBi)
Connector
Type
n/a ANT-180321-
001
eleven-x Inc. Monopole 1 dBi U.FL (internal)
W1063 n/a PulseLarsen
Antennas
Dipole 3 dBi RP-SMA
(external)
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install
or remove this RF module or change RF related parameters in the user manual of the end product.
Host Labelling
The following statements are required to be on the host label:
Contains FCC ID: 2AOX5XIU001000
Contains IC: 22369-XIU00100
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Regulatory Information
Grant Limitations
The eleven-X Interface Unit (XIU) module has been certified for integration into products only by
OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1. The antenna(s) must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm is
maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times.
2. The transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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 (for example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral
requirements, etc.).
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for certain configurations or co-
location with another transmitter), then the FCC and Industry Canada authorizations are no longer
considered valid and the FCC ID and IC Certification Number 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 and Industry Canada authorization.
Your final product with this embedded device may need to pass FCC Part 15B.
Other Information
The user manual for the end product must also include the following information in a prominent
location:
“To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits for general population, the
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm
is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
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47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class B Devices
Per FCC 47 CFR 15.105, 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 Interference Notice
Per FCC 47 CFR 15.19(a)(3) and (a)(4), 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.
Modifications
As per FCC 47 CFR 15.21 and ISED Canada, changes or modifications not expressly approved by
eleven-x could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Industry Canada Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
RF Safety
For Indoor Installations:
To comply with FCC/IC RF exposure limits for general population / uncontrolled exposure, the radiator
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 operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter
except as authorized in the certification of the product.
For Outdoor Installations:
To comply with FCC/IC RF exposure limits for general population / uncontrolled exposure, the radiator
used for this transmitter must be installed on outdoor permanent structures to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter except as authorized in the certification of the product.
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Legal Notices
The eleven-x products are not designed, manufactured or intended for use, and should not be used, or
sold or re-sold for use, in connection with applications requiring fail-safe performance or in
applications where the failure of the products would reasonably be expected to result in personal injury
or death, significant property damage, or serious physical or environmental damage. Examples of such
use include life support machines or other life preserving medical devices or systems, air traffic control
or aircraft navigation or communications systems, control equipment for nuclear facilities, or missile,
nuclear, biological or chemical weapons or other military applications (“Restricted Applications”). Use
of the products in such Restricted Applications is at the user’s sole risk and liability.
ELEVEN-X DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE TRANSMISSION OF DATA BY A PRODUCT
OVER A COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE OR
ERROR FREE, NOR DOES ELEVEN-X WARRANT ANY CONNECTION OR ACCESSIBILITY
TO ANY COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK. ELEVEN-X WILL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
LOSSES, DAMAGES, OBLIGATIONS, PENALTIES, DEFICIENCIES, LIABILITIES, COSTS OR
EXPENSES (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION REASONABLE ATTORNEYS FEES)
RELATED TO TEMPORARY INABILITY TO ACCESS A COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
USING THE PRODUCTS.
The eleven-x products and the final application of the eleven-x products should be thoroughly tested to
ensure the functionality of the eleven-x products as used in the final application. The designer,
manufacturer and reseller has the sole responsibility of ensuring that any end user product into which
the eleven-x product is integrated operates as intended and meets its requirements or the requirements
of its direct or indirect customers.
eleven-x has no responsibility whatsoever for the integration, configuration, testing, validation,
verification, installation, upgrade, support or maintenance of such end user product, or for any
liabilities, damages, costs or expenses associated therewith, except to the extent agreed upon in a
signed written document. To the extent eleven-x provides any comments or suggested changes related
to the application of its products, such comments or suggested changes is performed only as a courtesy
and without any representation or warranty whatsoever.
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