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FCC ID: SK9SNIC1

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Certification Test Report FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 FCC Rule Part: 1.1310 ISED Canada Radio Standards Specification: RSS-102 Report Number: AT72133597-4P0 Manufacturer: Itron, Inc. Model: SNIC1 Test Begin Date: December 19, 2017 Test End Date: December 19, 2017 Report Issue Date: February 23, 2018 FOR THE SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION UNDER Certificate Number: AT-2021 This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by ANAB, NIST, or any agency of the Federal Government. Prepared by: Reviewed by: Ryan McGann Steve O'Steen Senior Engineer Service Line Manager, EMC TÜV SÜD America Inc. TÜV SÜD America Inc. This test report shall not be reproduced except in full. This report may be reproduced in part with prior written consent of TÜV SÜD America Inc. The results contained in this report are representative of the sample(s) submitted for evaluation. This report contains 11 pages 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Vo: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 3 1.1 PURPOSE.......................................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION ...................................................................................................... 3 1.3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................... 3 1.4 TEST METHODOLOGY AND CONSIDERATIONS ................................................................................. 4 2 TEST FACILITIES .............................................................................................................................. 5 2.1 LOCATION ....................................................................................................................................... 5 2.2 LABORATORY ACCREDITATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/CERTIFICATIONS ................................................ 5 2.3 RADIATED EMISSIONS TEST SITE DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 6 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site .......................................................................................... 6 3 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES.................................................................................... 7 4 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................ 7 5 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................... 8 6 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP BLOCK DIAGRAM ........................................................... 8 7 SUMMARY OF TESTS ....................................................................................................................... 9 7.1 MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE – FCC: SECTION 1.1310; ISED CANADA: RSS-102 4............. 9 7.1.1 Measurement Procedure ......................................................................................................... 9 7.1.2 Measurement Results .............................................................................................................. 9 7.1.3 Summation of MPE Ratios – Simultaneous Transmissions ...................................................10 8 ESTIMATION OF MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY ...............................................................11 9 CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................................................11 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 1 GENERAL 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this report is to demonstrate compliance with Part 1 Subpart I of the FCC’s Code of Federal Regulations and Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s Radio Standards Specification RSS-102 Certification for a Class II Permissive Change. The purpose of this Class II Permissive Change is to add a new antenna and host combination. 1.2 Manufacturer Information Itron, Inc. 313 N Hwy 11 West Union, SC 29696 1.3 Product Description The Itron Smart Network Interface Card (model: SNIC1) module is built on Itron’s IPv6 OpenWay platform, and includes the Adaptive Communications Technology (ACT). It can process, analyze, communicate and react in real-time. Adaptive communications enable devices to interact with each other while dynamically switching between Radio Frequency (RF) and Power Line Carrier (PLC) to ensure the fastest and most reliable communications path. The communication module utilizes 900 MHz radio frequency (RF), power line carrier (carrier current system) and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi operation bands. The purpose of this Class II Permissive Change is to add new antennas and host combination. For this Class II Permissive Change, the SNIC1 was integrated into the Itron, Inc. RN-ERT Gateway STAR (FCC ID: EO9ORRNA). The new 900MHz antenna is a PCTEL BOA9022NM-ITR used only with the RN-ERT Gateway STAR host. The 2.4 GHz antenna is an internal microstrip patch to the RN-ERT Gateway STAR host device. This test report documents the compliance of the maximum permissible exposure for uncontrolled exposure of a fixed device. 2.4GHz WiFi Technical Information: Detail Description Frequency Range 2412 – 2462 MHz Number of Channels 802.11b/g/n (HT 20): 11 802.11n (HT 40): 7 Modulation Format 802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK / DQPSK / CCK) 802.11g/n (HT 20/40): OFDM (BPSK / QPSK / 16QAM / 64QAM) Data Rates 802.11b: 1 – 11 Mbps 802.11g: 6 – 54 Mbps 802.11n (HT 20): 6.5 – 72 Mbps 802.11n (HT 40): 13.5 – 150 Mbps Number of Inputs/Outputs 1T1R Operating Voltage 24 Vdc Antenna Type / Gain Micro Strip Patch Antenna / 3 dBi Micro Strip Patch Antenna / 2.15 dBi (new, in host) Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 3

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 900MHz FHSS Radio Technical Information: Detail Description Frequency Range 902.2 – 927.8 MHz FSK 10kbps: 513 FSK 50kbps: 64 Number of Channels FSK 150kbps: 64 OFDM: 64 DSSS: 64 Modulation Format FSK, OFDM, DSSS FSK: 10, 50, 150 Data Rates (kbps) OFDM: 200, 600 DSSS: 6.25, 12.5 Operating Voltage 24Vdc Micro Strip Patch Antenna / 2.5 dBi Antenna Type(s) / Gain(s) PCTEL BOA9022NM-ITR / 2.6 dBi (new) 900MHz Hybrid Radio Technical Information Detail Description Frequency Range 902.8 – 926.8 MHz Number of Channels 31 Modulation Format OFDM Data Rates 1200kbps Operating Voltage 24Vdc Antenna Type / Gain Micro Strip Patch Antenna / 2.5 dBi PCTEL BOA9022NM-ITR / 2.6 dBi (new) 900MHz RN-ERT Gateway STAR Technical Information (FCC ID: EO9ORRN) Detail Description Frequency Range 902 – 928 MHz ISM Band Number of Channels N/A Modulation Format N/A Data Rates N/A Operating Voltage 120Vac / 60Hz Antenna Type / Gain Monopole (attached) / 5.15 dBi Test Sample Serial Number: 630000C43E Test Sample Condition: The test samples were provided in good working order with no visible defects. 1.4 Test Methodology and Considerations The data presented in this report represents the worst case where applicable. The worst-case data rate for the 2.4GHz WiFi radio was 802.11b mode at 5.5 MBPS. The worst-case data rate for the 900MHz radio was OFDM at 1200kbps. The EUT is not capable of operating in frequency hopping mode and the Hybrid mode simultaneously. The maximum permissible exposure for the RN-ERT Gateway STAR was measured independent of the maximum permissible exposure of the SNIC1 evaluated in the host device. The measured maximum permissible exposure for the RN-ERT Gateway STAR is reported with the original certification of the RN-ERT Gateway STAR (FCC ID: EO9ORRNA). The worst case measured values of the host device were included in the summation of maximum permissible exposure ratios. The EUT was evaluated for maximum permissible exposure in a typical host. The data presented in this report represents the worst-case mode of operation. Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 4

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 2 TEST FACILITIES 2.1 Location The radiated and conducted emissions test sites are located at the following address: TÜV SÜD America, Inc. 5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 Phone: (770) 831-8048 Fax: (770) 831-8598 2.2 Laboratory Accreditations/Recognitions/Certifications TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 by the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board/ANAB accreditation program, and has been issued certificate number AT-2021 in recognition of this accreditation. Unless otherwise specified, all tests methods described within this report are covered under the ISO/IEC 17025 scope of accreditation. The Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site, Open Area Test Site (OATS) and Conducted Emissions Site have been fully described, submitted to, and accepted by the FCC, ISED Canada and the Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference by information technology equipment. FCC Registration Number: 391271 ISED Canada Lab Code: IC 23597 VCCI Member Number: 1831 • VCCI OATS Registration Number R-1526 • VCCI Conducted Emissions Site Registration Number: C-1608 Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 5

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 2.3 Radiated Emissions Test Site Description 2.3.1 Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site The Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site consists of a 20’ x 30’ x 18’ shielded enclosure. The chamber is lined with Toyo Ferrite Grid Absorber, model number FFG-1000. The ferrite tile grid is 101 x 101 x 19mm thick and weighs approximately 550 grams. These tiles are mounted on steel panels and installed directly on the inner walls of the chamber. The turntable is 150cm in diameter and is located 160cm from the back wall of the chamber. The chamber is grounded via 1 - 8’ copper ground rod, installed at the center of the back wall, it is bound to the ground plane using 3/4" stainless steel braided cable. The turntable is all steel, flush mounted table installed in an all steel frame. The table is remotely operated from inside the control room located 25’ from the range. The turntable is electrically bonded to the surrounding ground plane via steel fingers installed on the edge of the turn table. The steel fingers make constant contact with the ground plane during operation. Behind the turntable is a 3’ x 6’ x 4’ deep shielded pit used for support equipment if necessary. The pit is equipped with 1 - 4” PVC chases from the turntable to the pit that allow for cabling to the EUT if necessary. The underside of the turntable can be accessed from the pit so cables can be supplied to the EUT from the pit. A diagram of the Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site is shown in Figure 2.3-1 below: 3 Meters 5 Feet Diameter 20 Feet 30 Feet Figure 2.3-1: Semi-Anechoic Chamber Test Site Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 6

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 3 APPLICABLE STANDARD REFERENCES The following standards were used:  ANSI C63.4-2014: American National Standard for Methods of Measurement of Radio-Noise Emissions from Low-Voltage Electrical and Electronic Equipment in the Range of 9 kHz to 40 GHz.  ANSI C63.10-2013: American National Standard of Procedures for Compliance Testing of Unlicensed Wireless Devices.  IEEE C95.3-2002: IEEE Recommended Practice for Measurements and Computations of Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields with Respect to Human Exposure to Such Fields, 100 kHz to 300 GHz.  US Code of Federal Regulations (CFR): Title 47, Part 1, Subpart I: Procedures Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, 2017  FCC KDB 447498 D01 General RF Exposure Guidance v06, Oct. 23, 2015.  ISED Canada Radio Standards Specification: RSS-102 – Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance of Radiocommunications Apparatus (All Frequency Bands), Issue 5, March 2015. 4 LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT The calibration interval of test equipment is annually or the manufacturer’s recommendations. Where the calibration interval deviates from the annual cycle based on the instrument manufacturer’s recommendations, it shall be stated below. Table 4-1: Test Equipment Calibration AssetID Manufacturer Model # Equipment Type Serial # Last Calibration Date Due Date RE137 ETS-Lindgren HI-6005 Probes 23667 8/11/2017 8/11/2018 NOTE: All test equipment was used only during active calibration cycles. Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 7

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 5 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT Table 5-1: Support Equipment Item Equipment Type Manufacturer Model/Part Serial Number Number RN-ERT Gateway 1 Host Device Itron, Inc. 320483111 STAR Table 5-2: Cable Description Cable Cable Type Length Shield Termination A AC Power Cable 1.75 m No Host Device to AC Mains Host Device – Reference Ground B Ground Braid 1.75 m No Plane 6 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST SETUP BLOCK DIAGRAM EUT B 1 A AC Mains Figure 6-1: Test Setup Block Diagram Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 8

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 7 SUMMARY OF TESTS Along with the tabular data shown below, plots were taken of all signals deemed important enough to document. 7.1 Maximum Permissible Exposure – FCC: Section 1.1310; ISED Canada: RSS-102 4 7.1.1 Measurement Procedure The EUT was placed on a non-conductive platform in the center of the turntable at a height of 1.5 meters above the ground plane. The measurement probe was located 20 centimeters away from the EUT on an adjustable antenna mast. The EUT was rotated through 360 degrees so that the maximum radiated emissions level would be detected. The mast was adjusted until the evaluated results are less than 10% of the applicable limit. Once a stable reading was obtained, the maximum was recorded. The azimuth and elevation leading to the direction of maximum exposure was identified. The evaluation points in the horizontal plane were along radials extending from the antenna axis 45 degrees apart starting from the direction of maximum exposure. 7.1.2 Measurement Results Performed by: Ryan McGann Table 7.1.2-1: Maximum Permissible Exposure – 900MHz Radio Probe Probe Field Power ISED Canada Result Frequency Distance Azimuth Elevation Factor FCC Limit Display Strength Density Limit 2 2 2 (MHz) cm degrees cm V/m V/m mW/cm mW/cm mW/cm 914.8 20 0 152 11.468 1.26 14.450 0.055 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 45 153 8.189 1.26 10.318 0.028 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 90 160 6.021 1.26 7.586 0.015 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 135 158 7.201 1.26 9.073 0.022 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 180 166 7.91 1.26 9.967 0.026 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 225 176 6.475 1.26 8.159 0.018 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 270 152 9.402 1.26 11.847 0.037 0.610 0.277 PASS 914.8 20 315 151 10.538 1.26 13.278 0.047 0.610 0.277 PASS Table 7.1.2-2: Maximum Permissible Exposure – 802.11 Radio Probe Probe Field Power ISED Canada Result Frequency Distance Azimuth Elevation Factor FCC Limit Display Strength Density Limit (MHz) cm degrees cm V/m V/m mW/cm2 mW/cm2 mW/cm2 2437 20 0 161 1.151 1.38 1.588 0.001 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 45 172 0.741 1.38 1.023 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 90 166 0.758 1.38 1.046 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 135 165 0.718 1.38 0.991 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 180 173 0.979 1.38 1.351 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 225 151 0.675 1.38 0.932 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 270 155 0.713 1.38 0.984 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS 2437 20 315 103 0.881 1.38 1.216 0.000 1.000 0.540 PASS Table 7.1.2-3: Maximum Permissible Exposure – RN-ERT Gateway STAR Frequency Maximum Exposure Maximum Exposure FCC Limit ISED Canada Limit 2 2 2 2 (MHz) mW/cm W/m mW/cm W/m 915 0.180 1.800 0.600 2.700 Note: The measured values from Table 7.1.2-3 were taken from the maximum permissible exposure report of the original filing of the RN-ERT Gateway STAR (FCC ID: EO9ORRNA). These values are included in this report for summation of maximum permissible exposure with the SNIC1 and were not measured during this evaluation. Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 9

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 7.1.3 Summation of MPE Ratios – Simultaneous Transmissions Performed by: Ryan McGann This device contains multiple transmitters which can operate simultaneously; therefore, the maximum RF exposure is determined by the summation of MPE ratios. The limit is such that the summation of MPE ratios is ≤ 1.0. Table 7.1.3-1: Summation of MPE Ratios – FCC Scenario 1 900MHz ISM x 2.4GHz ISM x 900 MHz ISM (RN-ERT Gateway STAR) x 900MHz ISM 0.0908 MPE Ratio 2.4GHz ISM 0.0007 MPE Ratio 900 MHz ISM 0.2951 (RN-ERT Gateway STAR) MPE Ratio MPE Ratio Summation: 0.3865 Table 7.1.3-2: Summation of MPE Ratios – ISED Canada Scenario 1 900MHz ISM x 2.4GHz ISM x 900 MHz ISM (RN-ERT Gateway STAR) x 900MHz ISM 0.1983 MPE Ratio 2.4GHz ISM 0.0012 MPE Ratio 900 MHz ISM 0.6506 (RN-ERT Gateway STAR) MPE Ratio MPE Ratio Summation: 0.8501 Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 10

Models: SNIC1 FCC ID: SK9SNIC1 IC: 864G-SNIC1 8 ESTIMATION OF MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY The expanded laboratory measurement uncertainty figures (ULab) provided below correspond to an expansion factor (coverage factor) k = 1.96 which provide confidence levels of 95%. Parameter Ulab Electric Field 39.12% 9 CONCLUSION In the opinion of TÜV SÜD America, Inc. the SNIC1, manufactured by Itron, Inc. meets the requirements of FCC Part 1 subpart I and Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s Radio Standards Specification RSS-102 for the tests documented in this test report. END REPORT Report No: AT72133597-4P0 TÜV SÜD America, Inc. Page 11


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