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Dell RFID 13.56MHz Wireless Module Regulatory Guide
Regulatory and integration guide for the Dell RFID 13.56MHz Wireless Module. Includes FCC/IC compliance, RF exposure requirements, and OEM labeling instructions.
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Important Information for OEM Integrators
This document provides regulatory compliance and integration instructions for the Dell RFID 13.56MHz Wireless Module. It is intended exclusively for OEM integrators. Failure to follow these conditions may invalidate FCC and IC authorization.
Regulatory Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ISED licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
- The device may not cause harmful interference.
- The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
OEM Integration Requirements
Integrators must adhere to the following conditions to maintain compliance:
- Co-location: The transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
- Host Compatibility: Approval is valid only when installed in the tested host or compatible series with similar RF exposure characteristics and equal or larger antenna separation distance.
- Testing: The OEM integrator is responsible for testing the end-product for any additional compliance requirements.
RF Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC and Canada mobile radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. The equipment must be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and the user's body.
Labeling Requirements
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following information:
- Contains FCC ID: E2K-DWRFID2001
- Contains IC: 1514B-DWRFID2001
End User Information
OEM integrators must not provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user manual of the final product. The end user manual must include all required regulatory information and warnings as specified in this document.
Manufacturer information
Dell Inc.
Practical help
Common problems
Radio interference
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, increase separation between equipment and receiver, or connect the equipment to a different circuit.
Compliance invalidation
If conditions like co-location with other transmitters are not met, the FCC/IC authorization is no longer valid and the end product must be re-evaluated.
Before use
- Ensure the module is not co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
- Verify the host device maintains a minimum 20cm distance from the user.
- Label the final product with the required FCC ID and IC ID.
- Do not include installation or removal instructions for this module in the end-user manual.
Specs in practice
- Antenna Type
- Loop antenna
- RF Exposure Distance
- Minimum 20cm separation required between radiator and body.
Model compatibility
- Intended for OEM integrators only.
- Compatible with specific Dell host models (P138G, P139G, P104F).
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