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Contents
1. About MicroAP 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Meter Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Meter Nameplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Meter Auxiliary Label or NIC Address Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
NIC Labeling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. FCC and Government Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
FCC Guidelines for Devices Containing a Transmitter Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Industry Canada Guidelines for Devices Containing a Transmitter Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
MicroAP 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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1About MicroAP 5
MicroAP 5 is a WAN-enabled Network Interface Card (NIC) enabling Micromesh™
technology. MicroAP 5 complies with FCC Part 15.247 and RSS-GEN of Industry Canada
rules. It enables machine-to-machine communication over 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz and
transmits data over LTE Cat.1 cellular backhaul to the utility or network provider. MicroAP
also incorporates an 802.15.4-compliant ZigBee® radio for Home Area Networking (HAN).
References
Guidelines for 64-bit Global Identifier (EUI-64™) Registration Authority, IEEE Standards
Association.
Figure 1. MicroAP 5
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Specifications
The hardware specifications for MicroAP 5 are listed in Table 1.
Table 1. MicroAP 5 specifications
Feature Description
900-MHz NAN Transceiver:
Frequency range 902-928 MHz North America
Data rate Up to 2.4 Mbps
Spread Spectrum technology Frequency Hopping
Transmitter output Up to 1W
Receiver sensitivity -98 dBm for 10% PER @ 100 kbps
2.4-GHz Communications:
Frequency range 2.4 GHz, ISM Band
Data rate Up to 2.4 Mbps
Spreading technique FHSS
Transmitter output Up to 500mW
Receiver sensitivity -94 dBm @ 10% PER
2.4-GHz HAN Transceiver:
Frequency range 2.4 GHz, ISM Band
Data rate 250 kbps
Spreading technique Direct Sequence
MAC/Channels 802.15.4/ 16
Transmitter output Up to 200mW
Receiver sensitivity -94 dBm @ 10% PER
NAN Network:
Addressing 8 byte MAC Address
Protocol UDP/IPv6
Confidentiality AES-256 Encryption
Authentication ECDSA & RSA Signatures
HAN Network:
Protocols ZigBee Pro
Device Types Network Coordinator/End Device
Profile SmartEnergy Profile 1.1
WAN Transceiver (NA1):
Frequency Ranges 4G Bands: B12/B17 (700), B5(850), B4(aws1700), B2 (1900)
3G Bands: B2 (1900), B5 (850)
Transmitter Output Up to 250 mW (per specification)
WAN Transceiver (SV1 Version):
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Meter Labeling
Meter Nameplate
The meter nameplate shall not contain information pertaining to the Silver Spring Networks
radio.
Meter Auxiliary Label or NIC Address Label
For radio identification, the meter shall have an auxiliary label containing the Silver Spring
Networks NIC address presented in text (16 alphanumeric digits) and bar code formats.
•Bar Code Type = Code 3 of 9
•Bar Code Font Size = unknown
•Font Type = unknown
•Font Size = unknown
•Bar Code Label Dimensions = 1.50ʺ x 0.25ʺ
•Bar Code Material Type = Static Dissipative Polyimide
Frequency Ranges 4G LTE Bands: B2 (1900), B4 (AWS1700), B13 (700)
Transmitter Output Transmitter Output: Up to 200 mW
Environmental
Operating Temperature (the
ambient temperature at the
NIC
-40°C to +85°C
Humidity 95%, non-condensing
Interfaces:
Meter ANSI
LVTTL Levels DLMS/COSEM
Physical:
Size 110 x 62 x 22.8 (mm)
Weight 39 grams
Figure 2. Example of meter nameplate label
Table 1. MicroAP 5 specifications (Continued)
Feature Description
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Figure 3 shows an example of the NIC address label, which is consistent with FCC
requirements set forth in section 4.1, and contains the Silver Spring Networks corporate
name and NIC EUI-64 address.
The NIC address label shall be placed on the meter nameplate in the location identified by
“Label A” in the following figure.
NIC Labeling
The Silver Spring Networks MicroAP 5 has two labels relevant to meter final assembly and
RMA: the Regulatory/Catalog Number and the Silver Spring NIC address label. The
Regulatory/Catalog # label is located on the top side of the NIC PCA, the NIC address label is
located on the bottom.
Figure 3. Example of NIC address label for NIC 511-NA1-0313
Figure 4. Nameplate NIC address locations
Silver Spring Networks
1234567890123456
Contains:
FCC ID: OWS-NIC511-LTE, FCC ID:R17LE910NAV2
IC: 5975A-NIC511LTE, IC: 5131A-LE910NAV2
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The Regulatory label is 1ʺ x .375ʺ inches (2.5 x 1 cm). Figure 5 shows an example of the FCC
ID label found on the NIC 511-NA1-0313. Figure 6 shows an example of the Silver Spring
NIC address label.
Figure 7 shows the placement of the labels. The QR code label contains the same information
as the Silver Spring NIC address label.
Figure 5. Sample FCC ID label for MicroAP NIC 511-NA1-0313
Figure 6. Silver Spring NIC 511-NA1-0313 address label example
Figure 7. Label locations on MicroAP 5
Catalog: 343-012345
NIC 511-NA1-0313
FCC ID: OWS-NIC511-LTE
IC: 5975A-NIC511LTE
XXX-XXXX-XX Rev XX
MAC: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Requirements
The MicroAP 5 is REQUIRED to be professionally installed by a properly trained technician.
Improper installation could void the userʹs authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of Industry Canada 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.
The antenna of this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
The device should be installed so that people will not come within 20 cm (8 in.) of the
antenna.
Table 2. MicroAP 5 NIC Models
NIC Model
902
MHz
2.4
GHz
NAN Int.
Ant
Option
NAN Ext.
Ant
Option
Cell Ext.
Ant
Option FCC ID IC
511-NA1-0313 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes OWS-NIC511-
LTE
RI7LE910NA
V2
5975A-NIC511LTE
5131A-LE910NAV2
511-NA1-0312 Yes Yes No Yes Yes OWS-NIC511-
LTE
RI7LE910NA
V2
5975A-NIC511LTE
5131A-LE910NAV2
511-SV1-0313 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes OWS-NIC511-
LTE
RI7LE910SV
V2
5975A-NIC511LTE
5131A-LE910SVV2
511-SV1-0312 Yes Yes No Yes Yes OWS-NIC511-
LTE
RI7LE910SV
V2
5975A-NIC511LTE
5131A-LE910SVV2
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
RSS-GEN of Industry Canada rules. 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
disconnected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Guidelines for Devices Containing a Transmitter Module
The following is an extract from FCC PART 15 UNLICENSED MODULAR TRANSMITTER
APPROVAL, DA 00-1407, Released: June 26, 2000, Section 6 describing labeling requirements
for devices containing a modular transmitter.
Section 6. The modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC ID number, and, if
the FCC ID 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: XYZMODEL1” or “Contains FCC ID:
XYZMODEL1.” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The
Grantee may either provide such a label, an example of which must be included in the
application for equipment authorization, or, must provide adequate instructions along
with the module which explain this requirement.
In the latter case, a copy of these instructions must be included in the application for
equipment authorization.
Figure 8. Sample FCC ID label for devices containing a MicroAP 5 (Model NIC 511-NA1-0313)
Contains: FCC ID: OWS-NIC511-LTE, R17LE910NAV2 IC: 5975A-NIC511LTE, 5131A-LE910NAV2
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Industry Canada Guidelines for Devices Containing a Transmitter
Module
MicroAP 5
External Antenna Integration
This radio transmitter 5975A-NIC511LTE has been approved by Industry Canada to operate
with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required
antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list,
having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited
for use with this device.
•Omnidirectional antennas: 6 dBi at 900 MHz, 4.5 dBi at 2.4 GHz
•Cellular antennas: 6.63 dBi for 700 and 850 MHz; 6.0 dBi for 1700 MHz; 8.51 dBi for 1900
MHz
Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numéro de certification ou son
numéro de modèle sʹil fait partie du matériel de catégorie I) a été approuvé par Industrie
Canada pour fonctionner avec les types dʹantenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain
admissible maximal et lʹimpédance requise pour chaque type dʹantenne. Les types dʹantenne
non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont
strictement interdits pour lʹexploitation de lʹémetteur.
•Antennes omnidirectionnelles: 6 dBi à 900 MHz, 4.5 dBi à 2,4 GHz
•Antennes cellulaire: 6.63 dBi a 700 & 850 MHz; 6.0 dBi a 1700 MHz; 8.51 dBi a 1900 MHz
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an
antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry
Canada. 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 necessary for successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation dʹIndustrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne dʹun type et dʹun gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
lʹémetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
radioélectrique à lʹintention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type dʹantenne et son
gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas
lʹintensité nécessaire à lʹétablissement dʹune communication satisfaisante.
Figure 9. Sample FCC ID label for devices containing a MicroAP 5 (Model NIC 511-SV1-0313)
Contains: FCC ID: OWS-NIC511-LTE R17LE910SVV2 IC: 5975A-NIC511LTE, 5131A-LE910SVV2
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For Transmitters Not Requiring Licenses
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-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 dʹIndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. Lʹexploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
lʹappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) lʹutilisateur de lʹappareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible dʹen compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Safety Information
Careful planning of every job is essential. Nothing should be taken for granted. Do not take
chances!
•Read and follow all approved policies and procedures provided by your employer
associated with the procedures in this manual.
•The procedures in this manual must only be performed by qualified workers in
accordance with local utility safety practices, utility requirements, and applicable OSHA
and NFPA standards.
•The information contained in this document is intended to aid qualified personnel, and is
not a replacement for the proper training required to make a person qualified.
•Silver Spring Networks assumes no liability for the customerʹs failure to follow these
safety guidelines.
General Electrical Safety
•Perform the procedures in this manual in accordance with applicable workplace
standards established by the following agencies:
— Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
— The National Electrical Code published by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA-70).
— National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA).
— Electronics Industries Association (EIA).
— Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association (IPCEA).
•American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Whenever possible, de-energize all
circuits or equipment before working on them.
XX
X
WARNING: Severe shock and explosion hazard! Touching energized parts can result in massive
equipment damage, and severe injury or death. Short-circuiting energized parts will result in blinding
flash and explosion. Opening and closing electrical circuits can also produce dangerous and explosive
arc flashes. Involuntary muscular reactions associated with electrical shock may result in other
injuries. Observe the following safety guidelines.
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•Maintain a minimum clearance of 10 feet (3 meters) between line potential and all
unqualified persons at all times.
•Keep unauthorized people out of the work area. Be especially cautious of children, who
tend to be drawn to work activity.
•Determining if a circuit is OFF can be difficult in some instances. Check for circuit voltage
with an appropriate voltmeter before working on equipment presumed to have been de-
energized. Tiebreakers, double throw disconnect switches, automatic transfer switches
and emergency generators can supply power through an alternate circuit or from another
source.
•120V current can be just a lethal as higher voltages because current flow through a body
depends upon the bodyʹs resistance.
•Do not trust insulation and/or weatherproofing on a wire as protection from shock.
•Use electrically insulated tools. Inspect portable electrical equipment or tools for defects
and remove any defective devices from service immediately. All portable electrical
equipment must have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection.
•Select the right tool for the job. Use tools properly. Keep tools in good working order.
•Make sure the work area is free of any flammable material. Flammable vapors can be
ignited by an arc flash.
•Keep the work area clean and dry. Cluttered work areas cause accidents and injuries.
•Provide good lighting in the work area. You cannot work safely if you cannot see what
you are doing.
•Report unsafe conditions or defective equipment to your immediate supervisor.
•Handle material carefully. Lift and carry properly.