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NIC 510 and Meter Labeling Product
Requirements




Silver Spring Networks
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NIC 510 and Meter Labeling Product Requirements


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NIC 510 and Meter Labeling Product Requirements              1 About the Silver Spring Networks Network Interface Card, NIC 510




1             About the Silver Spring Networks
              Network Interface Card, NIC 510
              The Silver Spring Networks NIC 510 is a network interface card that enables
              machine-to-machine communication over 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz ISM bands.

              Figure 1. Silver Spring meter NIC




References
              Guidelines for 64-bit Global Identifier (EUI-64™) Registration Authority, IEEE Standards
              Association.




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NIC 510 and Meter Labeling Product Requirements                 1 About the Silver Spring Networks Network Interface Card, NIC 510




NIC Address Labeling
              For radio identification, the host device 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 = 1.0ʺ x 1.5ʺ
              •    Bar Code Material Type = Static Dissipative Polyimide
              Figure 2 shows an example of the NIC address label, which is consistent with FCC
              requirements set forth in FCC and Industry Canada Guidelines for Devices Containing a
              Transmitter Module on page 7, and contains the Silver Spring Networks corporate name and
              NIC EUI-64 address.
              Figure 2. Example of NIC address label for NIC510


                                                       Silver Spring Networks
                                                        1234567890123456

                                                  Contains: 
                                                  FCC ID: OWS-NIC511-03IC: 5975A-NIC51103




NIC Labeling
              The Silver Spring Networks meter NIC has two labels relevant to meter final assembly and
              RMA: the FCC and Part Number label and the Silver Spring NIC address label. Both labels
              are located on the bottom side of the NIC PCA.
              The FCC ID label is 1ʺ x .375ʺ inches (2.5 x 1 cm).
              Figure 3 shows an example of the FCC ID label found on the meter NIC.

              Figure 3. Sample FCC ID label for meter NIC510




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NIC 510 and Meter Labeling Product Requirements              1 About the Silver Spring Networks Network Interface Card, NIC 510


              Figure 4 shows the placement of the labels.

              Figure 4. Label locations on the Silver Spring meter NIC




                                                                                  Silver Spring part number
                                                                                  Catalog number Model number
                                                                                  FCC ID IC Certification

                                                                                  Silver Spring MAC address




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2             FCC and Industry Canada Government
              Guidelines
              Silver Spring Networks meter NIC
              FCC ID: OWS-NIC511-03
              IC: 5975A-NIC51103


              Table 1. NIC models

                                  900        2.4   Internal      Off-Board
          Model No.               MHz        GHz   Antenna       Antenna     FCC ID                 IC ID
          NIC 511-0303            x          x     x             x
          NIC 511-0302            x          x                   x           OWS-NIC511-03          5975A-NIC51103
          NIC 511-0301            x          x     x


Requirements
              The Silver Spring Network meter network interface card (NIC) is REQUIRED to be
              professionally installed by a properly trained technician. Improper installation could void
              the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
              This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
              standard(s). 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 the specified distance of
              the antenna as listed below.
                   US installations: The device should be installed so that people will not come within 20
                   cm (8 in.) of the antenna.
                   Canada installations (IC): The device should be installed so that people will not come
                   within 29 cm (11.4 in.) of the antenna.
              Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
              could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.


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              This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC 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
                   is connected.
              •    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.


Exigences d'Industrie Canada
              La carte d’interface réseau (NIC) Silver Spring Network Relay Point (NRP) DOIT être
              installée par un technicien ayant reçu une formation adéquate. Une installation incorrecte
              peut annuler l’autorisation de l’utilisateur à se servir de l’équipement.
              Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables 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.
              L’antenne de cet émetteur ne doit pas se trouver à proximité de ou fonctionner en association
              avec une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur.
              Lʹappareil doit être installé de telle sorte que les gens ne viendront pas au sein de 29 cm (11.4
              in.) de lʹantenne.

              Les changements ou modifications apportés sans l’approbation expresse de l’autorité
              responsable de la conformité pourront entraîner l’annulation de l’autorisation d’utilisation
              de cet équipement.


FCC and Industry Canada 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

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                   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.
              The following is an extract from RSS-GEN, General Requirements and Information for the
              Certification of Radio Apparatus, Section 3.2.1, describing labeling requirements for a host
              device integrating a radio module.
              The host device shall be properly labelled to identify the modules within the host device.
              The Industry Canada certification label of a module shall be clearly visible at all times when
              installed in the host device, otherwise the host device must be labelled to display the
              Industry Canada certification number of the module, preceded by the words “Contains
              transmitter module”, or the word “Contains”, or similar wording expressing the same
              meaning, as follows:
                   Contains transmitter module IC: XXXXXX-YYYYYYYYYYY
                   where XXXXXX-YYYYYYYYYYY is the moduleʹs certification number.
              L’extrait suivant provient du Cahier des charges sur les normes radioélectriques (CNR);
              exigences générales et information relatives à la certification des appareils radio, section
              3.2.1, et décrit les exigences en matière d’étiquetage pour un dispositif hôte intégrant un
              module radio.
              Le dispositif hôte doit être correctement étiqueté afin d’identifier les modules qu’il
              comprend.
              L’étiquette de certification Industrie Canada d’un module doit toujours être bien visible lors
              de l’installation sur un dispositif hôte. Dans le cas contraire, le dispositif hôte doit être
              étiqueté de façon à afficher le numéro de certification Industrie Canada du module, précédé
              de l’expression « Contains transmitter module » ou du mot « Contains », ou d’une
              formulation similaire ayant la même signification. Par exemple :
              Contains transmitter module IC : XXXXXX-YYYYYYYYYYY
              où XXXXXX-YYYYYYYYYYY représente le numéro de certification du module.
              The applicant for equipment certification of the module shall provide with each unit of the
              module either a label such as described above, or an explanation and instructions to the user
              as to the host device labelling requirements.

              Figure 5. Sample FCC ID label for devices containing a NIC (NIC510)




                                            Model: NIC 511-0303
                                            Contains FCC ID:OWS-NIC511-03   IC:5975A-NIC51103




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NIC 510 External Antenna Integration
              This radio transmitter 5975A-NIC51103 has been approved by Industry Canada to operate
              with the antenna types listed Table 2 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.
              Cet émetteur radio 5975A-NIC51103 a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner
              avec les types dʹantenne énumérés dans le tableau 1 ci-dessous avec le gain maximal
              admissible et lʹimpédance dʹantenne requise pour chaque type dʹantenne indiqué. Les types
              dʹantennes ne figurant pas dans cette liste, ayant un gain supérieur au gain maximum
              indiqué pour ce type, sont strictement interdits pour une utilisation avec cet appareil.

              Table 2. Antenna types

                                                                                                     Antenna
               Antenna Type                  900 MHz Gain (dBi)         2.4 GHz Gain (dBi)           Impedance
               Omni Directional              3                          4.5                          50
               Wrap Around                   1                          3.5                          50


              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 d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
              fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
              l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
              radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son
              gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas
              l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante.


Safety Information
   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.


              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.


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              •    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.
              •    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.



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