9.4.8.5 RF exposure considerations
It is essential for module grantees to clearly and explicitly state the RF exposure conditions that permit a host
product manufacturer to use the module. Two types of instructions are required for RF exposure information:
(1) to the host product manufacturer, to define the application conditions (mobile, portable – xx cm from a
person’s body); and (2) additional text needed for the host product manufacturer to provide to end users in
their end-product manuals. If RF exposure statements and use conditions are not provided, then the host
product manufacturer is required to take responsibility of the module through a change in FCC ID (new
application).
Explanation: This module complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment, this equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters
between the radiator and your body." This module is designed to comply with the FCC statement, FCC ID is:
xxxxxxxxxx”.
9.4.8.6 Antennas
A list of antennas included in the application for certification must be provided in the instructions. For
modular transmitters approved as limited modules, all applicable professional installer instructions must be
included as part of the information to the host product manufacturer. The antenna list shall also identify the
antenna types (monopole, PIFA, dipole, etc. (note that for example an “omni-directional antenna” is not
considered to be a specific “antenna type”)).
For situations where the host product manufacturer is responsible for an external connector, for example
with an RF pin and antenna trace design, the integration instructions shall inform the installer that unique
antenna connector must be used on the Part 15 authorized transmitters used in the host product. The module
manufacturers shall provide a list of acceptable unique connectors.
Explanation: The EUT needs an external Antenna.
9.4.8.7 Label and compliance information
Grantees are responsible for the continued compliance of their modules to the FCC rules. This includes
advising host product manufacturers that they need to provide a physical or e-label stating “Contains FCC ID”
with their finished product. See Guidelines for Labeling and User Information for RF Devices – KDB
Publication 784748.
Explanation: The host system using this module, should have label in a visible area indicated the
following texts: “Contains FCC ID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxx”
9.4.8.8 Information on test modes and additional testing
requirements
Additional guidance for testing host products is given in KDB Publication 996369 D04 Module Integration
Guide. Test modes should take into consideration different operational conditions for a stand-alone modular
transmitter in a host, as well as for multiple simultaneously transmitting modules or other transmitters in a
host product.
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