Data Sheet

SPBTLE-RF
P a g e | 12 Rev 0.1
12 Regulatory compliance
12.1 FCC certification
This module has been tested and found to comply with the FCC part 15 rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
approved installations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference may not occur in a particular
installation.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Modifications or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by
STMicroelectronics may render void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Modular approval
FCC ID: S9NSPBTLERF
In accordance with FCC part 15, the SPBTLE-RF is listed as a modular transmitter
device.
This module is evaluated for stand-alone use only. Finished products incorporating
multiple transmitters must comply with colocation and RF exposure requirements in
accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Collocated transmitters
operating in portable RF Exposure conditions (e.g. <20cm from persons including but
not limited to body worn and hand held devices) may require separate approval.
Labeling instructions
When integrating the SPBTLE-RF into the final product, the OEM must ensure that the
FCC labeling requirements are satisfied. A statement must be included on the exterior
of the final product which indicates the product includes a certified module. The label
should state the following (or similar wording that conveys the same meaning):
Contains FCC ID: S9NSPBTLERF
OR This product contains FCC ID: S9NSPBTLERF
The OEM must include the following statements on the exterior of the final product
unless the product is too small (e.g. less than 4 x 4 inches):
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including any interference that may
cause undesired operation.