ACB-FORM-FCC Modular Letter Rev 02a

FCC ID: 2AN2O-RSW02

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Beijing Roborock Technology Co., Ltd.

                                      Request for Modular/Limited Modular Approval

Date: November 8, 2019

Subject: Manufacturer’s Declaration for ☐ - Modular Approval         ☐ - Split Modular Approval
                                        ☒ - Limited Modular Approval ☐ - Limited Split Modular Approval

Confidentiality Request for: _____2AN2O-RSW02_____

                                           8 Basic Requirements – FCC Part 15.212(a)(1)
            For Items Marked “NO(*)”, the Limited Module Description Must be Filled Out on the Following Pages
                                   Modular Approval Requirement                                                  Requirement Met
1. The modular transmitter must have its own RF shielding. This is intended to ensure that the module
   does not have to rely upon the shielding provided by the device into which it is installed in order for all
   modular transmitter emissions to comply with FCC limits. It is also intended to prevent coupling
   between the RF circuitry of the module and any wires or circuits in the device into which the module is
                                                                                                               ☐ - YES ☒ - NO(*)
   installed. Such coupling may result in non-compliant operation. The physical crystal and tuning
   capacitors may be located external to the shielded radio elements. 15.212(a)(1)(i)

   Details: the module doesn’t have its own RF shielding.

2. The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs (if such inputs are provided) to
   ensure that the module will comply with FCC requirements under conditions of excessive data rates or           ☒ - YES   ☐ - NO(*)
   over-modulation. 15.212(a)(1)(ii)

   Details: Data to the modulation circuit is buffered as described in the operational description provided with the application.

3. The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation on the module. This is intended to
   ensure that the module will comply with FCC requirements regardless of the design of the power                 ☒ - YES   ☐ - NO(*)
   supplying circuitry in the device into which the module is installed. 15.212(a)(1)(iii)

   Details: The module contains its own power supply regulation. Please refer to schematic filed with this application.

4. The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna and transmission system requirements of §§
   15.203, 15.204(b), 15.204(c), 15.212(a), and 2.929(b). The antenna must either be permanently
   attached or employ a ‘‘unique’’ antenna coupler (at all connections between the module and the                 ☒ - YES   ☐ - NO(*)
   antenna, including the cable). The ‘‘professional installation’’ provision of § 15.203 is not applicable
   to modules but can apply to limited modular approvals under paragraph 15.212(b). 15.212(a)(1)(iv)

   Details: EUT used a permanently attached PCB antenna to the intentional radiator, A list of antennas tested and approved with
   this device may be found in user’s manual provided with the application.

5. The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration, i.e., the module must not be
   inside another device during testing. This is intended to demonstrate that the module is capable of
   complying with Part 15 emission limits regardless of the device into which it is eventually installed.
   Unless the transmitter module will be battery powered, it must comply with the AC line conducted
   requirements found in Section 15.207. AC or DC power lines and data input/output lines connected to
   the module must not contain ferrites, unless they will be marketed with the module (see Section
                                                                                                                  ☐ - YES   ☒ - NO(*)
   15.27(a)). The length of these lines shall be length typical of actual use or, if that length is unknown, at
   least 10 centimeters to insure that there is no coupling between the case of the module and supporting
   equipment. Any accessories, peripherals, or support equipment connected to the module during testing
   shall be unmodified or commercially available (see Section 15.31(i)). 15.212(a)(1)(v)

   Details: The modular transmitter has been performed the testing with the end- product, therefore has not been performed the
   testing as a stand-alone and then confirmed the compliance. The module and antenna will be install on the end-product shown
   in the test set photo.




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                                 Modular Approval Requirement                                                        Requirement Met
6. The modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC ID number, or use an electron display (see
   KDB Publication 784748).

   If using a permanently affixed label with its own FCC ID number, 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           ☐ - YES   ☒ - NO(*)
   equipment authorization.

   If the modular transmitter uses an electronic display of the FCC identification number, the information
   must be readily accessible and visible on the modular transmitter or on the device in which it is
   installed. If the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the
   module is installed must display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use
   wording such as the following: “Contains FCC certified transmitter module(s).” Any similar wording
   that expresses the same meaning may be used. The user manual must include instructions on how to
   access the electronic display. A copy of these instructions must be included in the application for
   equipment authorization. 15.212(a)(1)(vi)

   Details: Since there is no space which indicates FCC ID on this module, FCC ID is indicated in a manual and Packing.

7. The modular transmitter must comply with all specific rule or operating requirements applicable to the
   transmitter, including all the conditions provided in the integration instructions by the grantee. A copy
   of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. For example,
   there are very strict operational and timing requirements that must be met before a transmitter is              ☒ - YES   ☐ - NO(*)
   authorized for operation under Section 15.231. For instance, data transmission is prohibited, except for
   operation under Section 15.231(e), in which case there are separate field strength level and timing
   requirements. Compliance with these requirements must be assured. 15.212(a)(1)(vii)

   Details: The module complies with FCC Part 15C requirements. Instructions to the OEM installer are provided in the
   installation manual filed with this application.

8. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements. For example,
   FCC Rules in Sections 2.1091, 2.1093 and specific Sections of Part 15, including 15.319(i), 15.407(f),
   15.253(f) and 15.255(g), require that Unlicensed PCS, UNII and millimeter wave devices perform
   routine environmental evaluation for RF Exposure to demonstrate compliance. In addition, spread
   spectrum transmitters operating under Section 15.247 are required to address RF Exposure compliance             ☒ - YES   ☐ - NO(*)
   in accordance with Section 15.247(b)(4). Modular transmitters approved under other Sections of Part
   15, when necessary, may also need to address certain RF Exposure concerns, typically by providing
   specific installation and operating instructions for users, installers and other interested parties to ensure
   compliance. 15.212(a)(1)(viii)

   Details: The module meets Portable exclusion levels as shown in the RF exposure information filed with this application.




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                                              Limited Module Description – When Applicable
* If a module does NOT meet one or more of the above 8 requirements, the applicant may request Limited Modular Approval (LMA).
This Limited Modular Approval (LMA) is applied with the understanding that the applicant will demonstrate and will retain control over
the final installation of the device, such that compliance of the end product is always assured. The operating condition(s) for the LMA;
the module is only approved for use when installed in devices produced by grantee. A description regarding how control of the end
product, into which the module will be installed, will be maintained by the applicant/manufacturer, such that full compliance of the end
product is always ensured should be provided here.


    Details: Yes, all these requirements will show in the manual and operation description.




               Software Considerations – KDB 594280 / KDB 442812 (One of the following 2 items must be applied)
                                      Requirement                                                 Requirement Met
 1. For non-Software Defined Radio transmitter modules where software is used to ensure
    compliance of the device, technical description must be provided about how such     ☒ - Provided in Separate  ☐ - N/A
    control is implemented to ensure prevention of third-party modification; see KDB         Cover Letter
    Publication 594280.

    Details: The firmware of the device can not be modified or adjusted by the end user as described in operation description.

 2. For Software Defined Radio (SDR) devices, transmitter module applications must               ☐ - Provided in Separate     ☐ - N/A
    provide a software security description; see KDB Publication 442812.                               Cover Letter

    Details: <example –N/A>




                                                       Split Modular Requirements
                                        Requirement                                                       Provided in Manual
 1. For split modular transmitters, specific descriptions for secure communications
    between front-end and control sections, including authentication and restrictions on         ☐ - Provided in Separate     ☒ - N/A
    third-party modifications; also, instructions to third-party integrators on how control is         Cover Letter
    maintained.

    Details: <example – N/A >




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                                        OEM Integration Manual Guidance – KDB 996369 D03 Section 2

                            Clear and Specific Instructions Describing the Conditions, Limitations, and Procedures
                                    for third-parties to use and/or integrate the module into a host device.

                Requirement
                                                                                                            ☒ - No,
                                                                             If No, and LMA applies, the applicant can optionally choose to not
                                                                             make the following detailed info public. However there still needs
         Is this module intended for                                            to be basic integration instructions for a users manual and the
         sale to third parties?
                                                      ☐ - YES                    information below must still be included in the operational
                                                                              description. If the applicant wishes to keep this info confidential,
                                                                               this will require a separate statement cover letter explaining the
                                                                                   module is not for sale to third parties and that integration
                                                                                       instructions are internal confidential documents.
                                      Items required to be in the manual – See KDB 996369 D03, Section 2
        As of May 1, 2019, the FCC requires ALL the following information to be in the installation manual. Modular transmitter
     applicants should include information in their instructions for all these items indicating clearly when they are not applicable. For
     example information on trace antenna design could indicate “Not Applicable”. Also if a module is limited to only a grantees own
      products and not intended for sale to third parties, the user instructions may not need to be detailed and the following items can
                         be placed in the operational description, but this should include a cover letter as cited above.
      1. List of applicable FCC rules. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.2
                    a. Only list rules related to the transmitter.
      2. Summarize the specific operational use conditions. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.3
                    a. Conditions such as limits on antennas, cable loss, reduction of power for point to point
                         systems, professional installation info
      3. Limited Module Procedures. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.4
                    a. Describe alternative means that the grantee uses to verify the host meets the necessary
                         limiting conditions
                    b. When RF exposure evaluation is necessary, state how control will be maintained such                  ☐ - All Items shown to
                         that compliance is ensured, such as Class II for new hosts, etc.                                    the left are provided in
                                                                                                                            the Modular Integration
      4. Trace antenna designs. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.5                                                                  Guide (or UM) for Full
                    a. Layout of trace design, parts list, antenna, connectors, isolation requirements, tests for          Modular Approval (MA)
                         design verification, and production test procedures for ensuring compliance. If                              or LMA.
                         confidential, the method used to keep confidential must be identified and information
                         provided in the operational description.
                                                                                                                              ☒ - An LMA applies
      5. RF exposure considerations. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.6
                                                                                                                             and is approved ONLY
                    a. Clearly and explicitly state conditions that allow host manufacturers to use the module.
                                                                                                                            for use by the grantee in
                         Two types of instructions are necessary: first to the host manufacturer to define
                                                                                                                            their own products, and
                         conditions (mobile, portable – xx cm from body) and second additional text needed to be
                                                                                                                             not intended for sale to
                         provided to the end user in the host product manuals.
                                                                                                                           3rd parties as provided in
      6. Antennas. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.7
                                                                                                                             a separate cover letter.
                    a. List of antennas included in the application and all applicable professional installer
                                                                                                                                   Therefore the
                         instructions when applicable. The antenna list shall also identify the antenna types
                                                                                                                           information shown to the
                         (monopole, PIFA, dipole, etc – note that “omni-directional” is not considered a type)
                                                                                                                                left is found in the
      7. Label and compliance information. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.8
                                                                                                                               theory of operation.
                    a. Advice to host integrators that they need to provide a physical or e-label stating
                         “Contains FCC ID: “ with their finished product
      8. Information on test modes and additional testing requirements. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.9
                    a. Test modes that should be taken into consideration by host integrators including
                         clarifications necessary for stand-alone and simultaneous configurations.
                    b. Provide information on how to configure test modes for evaluation
      9. Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer. KDB 996369 D03, Section 2.10


     Sincerely,

     By:                 __________________________                           _______Ruby Hu_________________
                               (Signature/Title1)                                    (Print name)


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    - Must be signed by applicant contact given for applicant on the FCC site, or by the authorized agent if an appropriate
      authorized agent letter has been provided. Letters should be placed on appropriate letterhead.


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Document Modified: 2019-11-08 10:11:56

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