QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions 80-xxxxx Rev. 1.4 July 12, 2013 Confidential and Proprietary – Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. NO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE PERMITTED: Please report postings of this document on public servers or websites to: DocCtrlAgent@qualcomm.com. Restricted Distribution: Not to be distributed to anyone who is not an employee of either Qualcomm or its subsidiaries without the express approval of Qualcomm's Configuration Management.
Revision history CAUTION: Revision Date Description Ver. 1.0 April 2013 Initial release Ver 1.1 June 2013 Ver 1.2 June 5, 2013 Updated FCC Labeling Ver 1.3 June 20, 2013 Updated System Level countries not done by QCA Ver 1.4 July 21, 2013 Typo/corrections per TCB review Qualcomm Atheros offers modular certifications (radio type approvals granted by global regulators) for the SiP product referenced in this document.
Contents 1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 4 2 Applicable Module ........................................................................................... 5 3 Available Global Modular Approvals ............................................................. 6 4 Deviation from Specifications for Host Layout, BOM, and Schematics ..... 7 5 Validation of SiP Radio Conformance as Implemented in Host ..................
1 Introduction This document describes the steps that the OEM integrator must follow when designing and manufacturing a system utilizing a certified SiP (System-in-Package) radio module (the “Module”). Failure to follow the instructions in this document may invalidate the radio certifications and authorization to market the host product. The Qualcomm® Atheros modular certifications described in this document apply only to radio conformance for the Module.
2 Applicable Module This document applies specifically and solely to the following component: 80-xxxxx Rev. 1.4 Part Number: QCA6234 FCCID: PPD-QCA6234 IC ID: 4104A- QCA6234 MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION Confidential and Proprietary – Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
3 Available Global Modular Approvals Module certification is limited to those countries for which Qualcomm Atheros has obtained radio modular approvals. Integrators can access the current list of certified countries in one of two ways: 1. Log on to the Qualcomm Atheros secure customer support site. Follow the links to regulatory certifications. Search for the folder QCA6234 on the support site. Or, if you do not have access to the customer support site, then: 2.
4 Deviation from Specifications for Host Layout, BOM, and Schematics The FCC requires that host systems using SiP modular approvals copy exactly the antenna trace design, matching component and layout used for the originally certified Qualcomm Atheros design. The certified design is specified in the document “QCA6234 SiP Module Certified Antennas and Layout”. An OEM integrator may wish to deviate from that specification and still utilize the available SiP modular approvals offered by Qualcomm Atheros.
5 Validation of SiP Radio Conformance as Implemented in Host When a host systems copies exactly the antenna trace design, matching component and layout specified in “QCA6234 SiP Module Certified Antennas and Layout”, there is still a need to validate that the final product design maintains compliance with radio conformance rules.
6 Additional Regulatory Conformance Testing and/or Submissions Required by the Integrator The modular certifications provided by Qualcomm Atheros apply to radio conformance for the Module only. The OEM integrator is responsible for additional system-level EMI/EMC, Product Safety and RF Exposure testing and certification that applies in the U.S. and other countries.
7 Compliant/Allowable Tx Power Settings Programmed into EEPROM This file contains the allowable transmit power settings that are to be programmed into the Module during original manufacturing: CTL File Name: TO BE PROVIDED BY Qualcomm Atheros NOTE: Programming in higher values than provided for in this file will invalidate all radio certifications for this module. OEM integrators can access the file one of two ways: Log on to the Qualcomm Atheros secure customer support site, then: a.
8 Allowable Antennas to Use with the SiP Module The module is certified for use only with certain antennas as described in the separate document “QCA6234 SiP Module Certified Antennas and Layout”. Specifically, PCB Trace antenna and Connectorized PIFA antenna options are available. Connectorized PIFA Antenna Option The document “QCA6234 SiP Module Certified Antennas and Layout” specifies a connectorized antenna design. See the section in that document titled: Antenna via U.FL connector.
QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Allowable Antennas to Use with the SiP Module Notification of All Antenna Models to be used with the Module: In addition, regulatory agencies in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan require submission of antenna specification sheets for all antenna models used with a Qualcomm Atheros module (or SiP). This notification process must be followed by the integrator before original product launch and whenever new host systems (with new antenna models) are launched.
9 RF Safety of Each Host System Design The FCC and other countries’ regulatory bodies impose strict conditions and limitations on the RF exposure levels of end products. Compliance with RF Safety requirements depend on the Module transmit power, location of the transmitting antenna(s) inside the host system, separation of the transmitting antennas to the end user and intended use/category of the host.
QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions RF Safety of Each Host System Design 3. UL VS will respond within 14 days requesting any missing or additional required information from the integrator, or with a final RF Safety Plan for the host device. This plan will state one of the following cases: a. No RF Safety evaluation/testing required for the host b.
10 Requi R ired Labelin ng on the O Outside of th he Host Device NOTE: Explanatory E teext in red fontt must not be included in thhe final label. 10.1 FCC F The FCC requires r a label on the outsside of the ho st system visiible to the endd user. Example wording w is: Contains: C FCC F ID: XXX--XXXXXXX IC: I XXXXX-XX XXXXX (Replace X’s with w actual ID Ds found in seection 2). The FCC requires r a log go signifying emissions e com mpliance on tthe outside off the host systtem.
QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Required Labeling on the Outside of the Host Device 10.3 European Community R&TTE The European Community R&TTE Directive requires the CE Marking shown below on the outside of the host AND on the outside of the shipping container/packaging: The European Community R&TTE Directive also requires the following note to consumers on the outside of the shipping container/packaging: Important Notice: This product is a Radio LAN device operating in 2.
11 Required Labeling on the Module 11.1 FCC labeling on the Module/SiP Due to extreme size constraint, the FCC has granted an exemption for this SiP module. Specifically, the FCCID is not to be affixed to the SiP (and not affixed inside the host product). However, the other sections of this document are still required (ie affix the FCC ID in the product user manual and on the outside of host product). NOTE: Please email questions regarding labeling rules to: moduleinstructions@qualcomm.com. 11.
QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Required Labeling on the Module OR, if you don’t have access to the customer support site, then contact your Qualcomm Atheros account representative to request the Sample Label file. 80-xxxxx Rev. 1.4 MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION Confidential and Proprietary – Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
12 Required Regulatory Wording for User Guide/Installation Manual The integrator must include the text below or equivalent in the user documentation. NOTE: Text in red font must be replaced. 12.1 FCC compliance information This device contains a certified radio module: FCCID: XXX-XXXXXXX IC ID: XXXXX-XXXXXXX (Replace X’s with actual IDs found in section 1). This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Required Regulatory Wording for User Guide/Installation Manual Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the one the receiver is connected to. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions Required Regulatory Wording for User Guide/Installation Manual 12.5 Taiwan user manual wording 台灣: 國家通訊傳播委員會 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使 用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發 現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信,指依電信 法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射 性電機設備之干擾。 在5.25-5.35秭赫(GHz)頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備,限於室內使用。(For 5GHz only) 12.
13 OEM Integrator Required Action Items A summary of key action items for the OEM Integrator is presented here. However, the responsible party must read, understand, and adhere to all requirements in this document.
QCA6234 Modular Certification OEM Integrator Instructions OEM Integrator Required Action Items By signing below, the OEM Integrator, responsible party acknowledges receipt of this document. Please sign, scan, and email to: moduleinstructions@qualcomm.com 80-xxxxx Rev. 1.