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Installation Guide for Raspberry Pi RM0

Module Integration

1. Purpose

The purpose of this document is to provide information on how to use a Raspberry Pi RM0 as a radio

module when integrating into a host product.

Incorrect integration or use may infringe compliance rules meaning recertification may be required.

2. Module Description

The Raspberry Pi RM0 module has an IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac 1x1 WLAN, Bluetooth 5 and Bluetooth LE

module based on the 43455 chip. The module is designed to be mounted to a PCB into an host

product. The module must be placed in a suitable location to ensure radio performance is not

compromised. The module must be use with pre-approved antenna only.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Installation Guide for Raspberry Pi RM0 Module Integration 1. Purpose The purpose of this document is to provide information on how to use a Raspberry Pi RM0 as a radio module when integrating into a host product. Incorrect integration or use may infringe compliance rules meaning recertification may be required. 2. Module Description The Raspberry Pi RM0 module has an IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac 1x1 WLAN, Bluetooth 5 and Bluetooth LE module based on the 43455 chip.
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3. Integration into Products Module & Antenna Placement A separation distance greater than 20cm will always be maintained between the antenna and any other radio transmitter if installed in the same product. Any external power supply of 5V should be supplied to the module and shall comply with relevant regulations and standards applicable in the country of intended use. At no point should any part of the board be altered as this will invalidate any existing compliance work.
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• Niche Antenna on board connected to the passive RF switch (Skyworks Part number SKY13351-378LF), switch directly connected to the Module. You must follow the design guidelines for the antenna. Niche Antenna SKY13351-378LF RF • Antenna (Manufacturer; Raspberry Pi Part number YH2400-5800-SMA-108) connected to UFL connector (Taoglas RECE.20279.001E.01) connected to RF switch (Skyworks Part number SKY13351-378LF) directly connected to the RM0 module.
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The routing to the UFL connector or Switch must be 50ohms impedance, with suitable Ground stitching vias along the route of the trace. The trace length should be kept to a minimum, locating the module and antenna close together. Avoid routing the RF output trace over any other signals or power planes, referencing only Ground to the RF signal. Niche antenna guidelines are below, to use the design you must license the design from Proant AB.
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5. End Product Labelling A label is to be fitted to the exterior of all products containing the Raspberry Pi RM0 module. The label must contain the words “Contains FCC ID: 2ABCB-RPIRM0” (for FCC) and “Contains IC: 20953RPIRM0” (for ISED).
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ISED Raspberry Pi RM0 IC: 20953-RPIRM0 This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
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INTEGRATION INFORMATION FOR THE OEM It is the responsibility of the OEM / Host product manufacturer to ensure continued compliance to FCC and ISED Canada certification requirements once the module is integrated in to the Host product. Please refer to FCC KDB 996369 D04 for additional information. The module is subject to the following FCC rule parts: 15.207, 15.209, 15.247, 15.403 and 15.
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This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
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Important Notice to OEMs: The FCC Part 15 text must go on the Host product unless the product is too small to support a label with the text on it. It is not acceptable just to place the text in the user guide. E-Labelling It is possible for the Host product to use e-labelling providing the Host product supports the requirements of FCC KDB 784748 D02 e labelling and ISED Canada RSS-Gen, section 4.4. E-labelling would be applicable for the FCC ID, ISED Canada certification number and the FCC Part 15 text.