FCC ID 2AB8I-TR4

2AB8ITR4, 2AB8I TR4, 2AB8I-TR4, 2AB81-TR4

Next Century Submetering Systems, LLC Transceiver for Utility Meters TR4

An FCC ID is the product ID assigned by the FCC to identify wireless products in the market. The FCC chooses 3 or 5 character "Grantee" codes to identify the business that created the product. For example, the grantee code for FCC ID: 2AB8I-TR4 is 2AB8I. The remaining characters of the FCC ID, -TR4, are often associated with the product model, but they can be random. These letters are chosen by the applicant. In addition to the application, the FCC also publishes internal images, external images, user manuals, and test results for wireless devices. They can be under the "exhibits" tab below.

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Application: Transceiver for Utility Meters
Equipment Class: DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter
Short Link: fcc.id/2AB8I-TR4
Sources: FCC.gov | FCC.report
Registered By: Next Century Submetering Systems, LLC - 2AB8I (United States)

App #	Purpose	Date	Unique ID
1	Original Equipment	2021-02-25	pgcHOiHHmkgm03zglr74KQ==

Operating Frequencies

Frequency Range	Power Output	Rule Parts	Line Entry
910.2-920 MHz	263 mW	15C	1

Exhibits

Document	Type	Submitted Available
User Manual	Users Manual Adobe Acrobat PDF (645 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Test Setup Photos	Test Setup Photos Adobe Acrobat PDF (348 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Test Report	Test Report Adobe Acrobat PDF (1278 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
MPE Report	RF Exposure Info Adobe Acrobat PDF (154 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Label Sample	ID Label/Location Info Adobe Acrobat PDF (119 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Label Location	ID Label/Location Info Adobe Acrobat PDF (491 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Internal Photo	Internal Photos Adobe Acrobat PDF (185 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
External Photo	External Photos Adobe Acrobat PDF (180 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Confidentiality Letter	Cover Letter(s) Adobe Acrobat PDF (72 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Agent Letter	Cover Letter(s) Adobe Acrobat PDF (140 kB)	2021-02-25 2021-02-25
Schematics	Schematics Adobe Acrobat PDF (3491 kB)	2021-02-25
Operational Description	Operational Description Adobe Acrobat PDF (88 kB)	2021-02-25
Block Diagram	Block Diagram Adobe Acrobat PDF (320 kB)	2021-02-25

Application Forms

1 (2021-02-25)

Application for Equipment Authorization FCC Form 731 TCB Version

Applicant Information

Applicant's complete, legal business name:	Next Century Submetering Systems, LLC
FCC Registration Number (FRN):	0023351083
Alphanumeric FCC ID:	2AB8ITR4
Unique Application Identifier:	pgcHOiHHmkgm03zglr74KQ==
Line one:	PO BOX 360
P.O. Box:	360
City:	Tybee Island
State:	Florida
Country:	United States
Zip Code:	31328

TCB Information

TCB Application Email Address:	tei@timcoengr.com
TCB Scope:	A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques

FCC ID

Grantee Code:	2AB8I
Product Code:	-TR4

Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact

Name:	Adam K. Paul
Title:	Executive Engineer

Telephone Number:

4352323629

Extension:

Fax Number:	435-755-3759
Email:	apaul@nextcenturymeters.com

Long-Term Confidentiality

Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: Yes

Short-Term Confidentiality

Does short-term confidentiality apply to this application?: No

If so, specify the short-term confidentiality release date (MM/DD/YYYY format):
Note: If no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant.

Software Defined/Cognitive Radio

Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? No

Equipment Class

Equipment Class: DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter
Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant):	Transceiver for Utility Meters

Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry

Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? No

Modular Equipment

Modular Type: Does not apply

Application Purpose

Application is for: Original Equipment

Composite/Related Equipment

Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? No

Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? No

Test Firm Information

Name of test firm and contact person on file with the FCC:

Firm Name: VPI Laboratories, Inc.

First Name: Jason

Last Name: Stewart

Telephone Number:

801-495-2310

Extension:

E-mail: jasons@vpimfg.com

Grant Comments

Enter any text that you would like to appear at the bottom of the Grant of Equipment Authorization:
Power listed is conducted. Device must be installed and operated to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons and must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

Set the grant of this application to be deferred to a specified date:
No

Equipment Authorization Waiver

Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? No

If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded?: No

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).

SECTION 5301 (ANTI-DRUG ABUSE) CERTIFICATION:

The applicant must certify that neither the applicant nor any party to the application is subject to a denial of Federal benefits, that include FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. § 862 because of a conviction for possession or distribution of a controlled substance. See 47 CFR 1.2002(b) for the definition of a "party" for these purposes.

Does the applicant or authorized agent so certify? Yes

Applicant/Agent Certification:

I certify that I am authorized to sign this application. All of the statements herein and the exhibits attached hereto, are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. In accepting a Grant of Equipment Authorization as a result of the representations made in this application, the applicant is responsible for (1) labeling the equipment with the exact FCC ID specified in this application, (2) compliance statement labeling pursuant to the applicable rules, and (3) compliance of the equipment with the applicable technical rules. If the applicant is not the actual manufacturer of the equipment, appropriate arrangements have been made with the manufacturer to ensure that production units of this equipment will continue to comply with the FCC's technical requirements.

Authorizing an agent to sign this application, is done solely at the applicant's discretion; however, the applicant remains responsible for all statements in this application.

If an agent has signed this application on behalf of the applicant, a written letter of authorization which includes information to enable the agent to respond to the above section 5301 (Anti-Drug Abuse) Certification statement has been provided by the applicant. It is understood that the letter of authorization must be submitted to the FCC upon request, and that the FCC reserves the right to contact the applicant directly at any time.

Signature of Authorized Person Filing: Jason Stewart

Title of authorized signature: Director Laboratories

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TCB	GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION	TCB
Certification
Issued Under the Authority of the
Federal Communications Commission
By:

Timco Engineering, Inc.
849 NW State Road 45
Newberry, FL 32669

Date of Grant: 02/25/2021

Application Dated: 02/25/2021

Next Century Submetering Systems, LLC

PO BOX 360

P.O. Box 360,

Tybee Island, FL 31328

Attention: Adam Paul , Executive Engineer

NOT TRANSFERABLE

EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission's Rules and Regulations listed below.

FCC IDENTIFIER:	2AB8I-TR4

Name of Grantee:	Next Century Submetering Systems, LLC

Equipment Class:	Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter
Notes:	Transceiver for Utility Meters

Grant Notes	FCC Rule Parts	Frequency Range (MHZ)	Output Watts	Frequency Tolerance	Emission Designator
	15C	910.2 - 920.0	0.263

Power listed is conducted. Device must be installed and operated to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons and must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

COPY	FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554 GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION	COPY
Certification

Next Century Submetering Systems, LLC
PO BOX 360 P.O. Box 360,
Tybee Island, FL 31328
United States