User's Manual

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2. GENERAL NOTICES
2.1. Safety Notice - ATTENTION
This iDEN iO200 Module is restricted to Occupational use to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. This radio device is
not authorized for general population, consumer or similar use. The integrator shall be aware that after integrating this module
and connecting it to an antenna and DC power supply, the integrated device shall be treated as a Two-Way Radio.
Before using this product, read the awareness information and operating instructions for usage and RF safety in the following
section.
2.2. FCC Regulation - Letter of Notice
The iO200 module is intended for integration into a host device. Any integrator who will integrate the module into his product
and connect it to an RF antenna, DC power supply, and internal signaling, must treat this product as a Two-Way radio that can
transmit RF signals.
Important: To meet the FCC’s RF Exposure Guidelines, the antenna should be installed so there is at least 20 cm of
separation between the body of the user and nearby persons and the antenna.
After integration, this device uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide communications
between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and receive
information. The integrated radio generates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking or sending
data), not when it is receiving (listening or receiving data) or in standby mode.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop standards for safe exposure
to RF energy. These standards provide recommended guidelines of RF exposure for both workers and the general public.
These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection.
Important: To meet the FCC’s RF Exposure Guidelines, the antenna gain shall not exceed 7.3 dBi. Note that the
antenna supplied with the developer evaluation board has maximum gain of 1.4 dBi. The antenna should be
located so there is at least 20 cm of separation between the body of the user and nearby persons and the
antenna, during transmission.
In the United States, the Federal Communications Commission requires that RF transmitting devices obtain approval before
being offered on the market, unless the device is exempt. While the iO200 has been designed to meet applicable FCC
requirements, provided in the code of Federal Regulation 47CFR Part 2 subpart J and 47CFR Part 90 subpart S, the Final
Product's compliance with the FCC's requirements, including RF Exposure requirements, must reflect product usage,
positioning of the iO200 within the product, the type of antenna used, the location of the antenna, and other factors that may
vary with the design and nature of the Final Product. Therefore, the manufacturer of the Final Product is responsible for taking
all steps needed to insure compliance with FCC requirements, for making the necessary testing to verify compliance and for
obtaining FCC approval for the sale and the operation of the Final Product.