FCC ID 2AETC-AFC20

Telematics Control Unit

by Appareo Systems, LLC

Grantee Code: 2AETC   Product Code: AFC20
Latest application date: 2023-11-04

FCC ID Device Details

FCC ID2AETC-AFC20
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Grantee Code2AETC
Product CodeAFC20
Applicant BusinessAppareo Systems, LLC 🇺🇸
Related Domains appareo.com
Equipment ClassTelematics Control Unit
Test FirmElite Electronic Engineering Inc.

Operating Frequencies

Frequency RangeApplication PurposeFinal Action Date
2412-2462 MHzClass II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment2023-11-04
5745-5825 MHzClass II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment2023-11-04
2402-2480 MHzChange in identification of presently authorized equipment. Original FCC ID: XMR201703FC20 Grant Date: 09/15/20212023-10-11
5745-5825 MHzChange in identification of presently authorized equipment. Original FCC ID: XMR201703FC20 Grant Date: 09/15/20212023-10-11

Exhibits

DocumentTypeAvailableFile
TCU-NA,V1 INTERNAL PhotosExternal Photos2023-11-04PDF 158.1 KB
TCU-NA,V1 External PhotosExternal Photos2023-12-19PDF 129.8 KB
Label PhotoID Label/Location Info2023-11-04PDF 365.6 KB
Test Setup PhotosTest Setup Photos2023-12-19PDF 989.8 KB
MA220.LB.001 (3)_Part1Test Report2023-11-04PDF 4.9 MB
MA220.LB.001 (3)_Part2Test Report2023-11-04PDF 4.8 MB
MA220.LB.001 (3)_Part3Test Report2023-11-04PDF 1.2 MB
PRO-OB-536Test Report2023-11-04PDF 1,020.1 KB
etr2202153-01ATest Report2023-11-04PDF 5.6 MB
FCC Agency Authorization LetterAttestation Statements2023-11-04PDF 145.2 KB
FCC COVERED LIST ATTESTATION LETTER 2AETC-AFC20Attestation Statements2023-11-04PDF 204.9 KB
FCC DESIGNATING A U.S. AGENT ATTESTATION LETTERAttestation Statements2023-11-04PDF 228.8 KB
FCC Agency Authorization LetterCover Letter(s)2023-11-04PDF 145.2 KB
FCC Class 2 Permissive Change Cover Letter 2AETC-AFC20Cover Letter(s)2023-11-04PDF 163.6 KB
FCC Change in ID Authorization Letter FC20 (1)Cover Letter(s)2023-10-11PDF 370.8 KB
Exclusion Report Rev CRF Exposure Info2023-11-04PDF 866.3 KB

Application Information

Application IDWe4T9dsoLwDR+hM0oUUxHw==
Final Action Date2023-11-04
Application PurposeClass II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment
Applicant FRN0019970714
ModelAFC20
Frequency Range2412-2462 MHz
Equipment ClassDTS - Digital Transmission System
Device DescriptionTelematics Control Unit
Responsible PartyChristopher Horne, CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design, chorne@appareo.com , 701-356-2200
Technical ContactGannon J Gilbraith, Appareo Systems, LLC, ggilbraith@appareo.com , 7013562200
Non-Technical ContactGannon J Gilbraith, Appareo Systems, LLC, ggilbraith@appareo.com , 7013562200
Test FirmKevin Halpin, Elite Electronic Engineering Inc., khalpin@elitetest.com , 630-495-9770
TCB Emailreking@elitetest.com
TCB ScopeA4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
Short-Term ConfidentialityNo
Short-Term Confidentiality Date12/19/2023
Long-Term ConfidentialityYes
Grant DeferralNo
Modular EquipmentDoes not apply
Composite DeviceYes
Composite PartNo
Cognitive RadioNo
Authorization WaiverNo
Authorization Waiver ApprovedNo
Section 5301 CertificationYes
Related OET Knowledge DataBase InquiryNo
Grant CommentsThe device has 20MHz and 40MHz bandwidth. Power Output is Conducted. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Grantee must provide installation and operating instructions for complying with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures and RF Exposure compliance. This filing meets the SAR threshold exclusion set forth in KDB 447498 and therefore can be used in mobile/portable configurations. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. CIIPC as indicated in this filing.

Applications

Application IDDatePurpose
We4T9dsoLwDR+hM0oUUxHw==2023-11-04Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment
RKprDJQo72+lsWlH5O/xtg==2023-11-04Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment
ahfjjCgcc9pOx/eIviswiw==2023-10-11Change in identification of presently authorized equipment. Original FCC ID: XMR201703FC20 Grant Date: 09/15/2021
3Ff8Dy+/rJEJqLAf0bRjAQ==2023-10-11Change in identification of presently authorized equipment. Original FCC ID: XMR201703FC20 Grant Date: 09/15/2021

Equipment Authorization

FrequencyOutputRulesGrant Notes
2402-2480 MHz0.00136715CCC
2412-2462 MHz0.03828215CCC
5180-5240 MHz0.01644415ECC
5260-5320 MHz0.01663415ECC, ND
5500-5710 MHz0.01288215ECC, ND
5745-5825 MHz0.01333515ECC
5745-5825 MHz0.0133515ECC

Grants

TCB Grant - Application We4T9dsoLwDR+hM0oUUxHw==

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

  Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc.
1516 Centre Circle
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Date of Grant: 11/04/2023

Application Dated: 10/12/2023
Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Digital Transmission System
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.001367  
CC 15C 2412.0  -  2462.0 0.038282  

The device has 20MHz and 40MHz bandwidth. Power Output is Conducted. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Grantee must provide installation and operating instructions for complying with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures and RF Exposure compliance. This filing meets the SAR threshold exclusion set forth in KDB 447498 and therefore can be used in mobile/portable configurations. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. CIIPC as indicated in this filing.

CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.

EAS Grant - Application We4T9dsoLwDR+hM0oUUxHw==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
United States
  Date of Grant: 11/04/2023

Application Dated: 10/12/2023
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Digital Transmission System
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Modular Type: Does not apply
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.001367  
CC 15C 2412.0  -  2462.0 0.038282  

The device has 20MHz and 40MHz bandwidth. Power Output is Conducted. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Grantee must provide installation and operating instructions for complying with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures and RF Exposure compliance. This filing meets the SAR threshold exclusion set forth in KDB 447498 and therefore can be used in mobile/portable configurations. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. CIIPC as indicated in this filing.


CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.

TCB Grant - Application RKprDJQo72+lsWlH5O/xtg==

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

  Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc.
1516 Centre Circle
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Date of Grant: 11/04/2023

Application Dated: 10/24/2023
Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15E 5180.0  -  5240.0 0.016444  
CC ND 15E 5260.0  -  5320.0 0.016634  
CC ND 15E 5500.0  -  5710.0 0.012882  
CC 15E 5745.0  -  5825.0 0.01335  

The device has 20MHz,40MHz and 80MHz bandwidth. Product is restricted for indoor use only in the 5.15-5.25 GHz band. Power output listed is conducted. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. This filing meets the SAR threshold exclusion set forth in KDB 447498 and therefore can be used in mobile/portable configurations. CIIPC as indicated in this filing.

CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.
ND: This UNII device complies with the Transmit Power Control (TPC) and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements in Section 15.407(h).

EAS Grant - Application RKprDJQo72+lsWlH5O/xtg==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
United States
  Date of Grant: 11/04/2023

Application Dated: 10/24/2023
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Modular Type: Does not apply
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15E 5180.0  -  5240.0 0.016444  
CC ND 15E 5260.0  -  5320.0 0.016634  
CC ND 15E 5500.0  -  5710.0 0.012882  
CC 15E 5745.0  -  5825.0 0.01335  

The device has 20MHz,40MHz and 80MHz bandwidth. Product is restricted for indoor use only in the 5.15-5.25 GHz band. Power output listed is conducted. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. This filing meets the SAR threshold exclusion set forth in KDB 447498 and therefore can be used in mobile/portable configurations. CIIPC as indicated in this filing.


CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.
ND: This UNII device complies with the Transmit Power Control (TPC) and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements in Section 15.407(h).

TCB Grant - Application ahfjjCgcc9pOx/eIviswiw==

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

  Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc.
1516 Centre Circle
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Date of Grant: 10/11/2023

Application Dated: 10/04/2023
Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Digital Transmission System
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.001367  
CC 15C 2412.0  -  2462.0 0.038282  

CIIPC due to RF Chip substituted. Single Limited Modular Approval. The device has 20MHz and 40MHz bandwidth. Power output listed is conducted. This device is granted for use in Mobile only configurations in which the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and not be co-located with any other transmitters except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The Grantee is responsible for providing the documentation required for modular use. The responsibility for the use of this module, in all configurations utilized or contemplated, remains with the Grantee. This module can only be used with a host antenna circuit trace layout design in strict compliance with the OEM instructions provided.

CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.

EAS Grant - Application ahfjjCgcc9pOx/eIviswiw==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
United States
  Date of Grant: 10/11/2023

Application Dated: 10/04/2023
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Digital Transmission System
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Modular Type: Does not apply
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.001367  
CC 15C 2412.0  -  2462.0 0.038282  

CIIPC due to RF Chip substituted. Single Limited Modular Approval. The device has 20MHz and 40MHz bandwidth. Power output listed is conducted. This device is granted for use in Mobile only configurations in which the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and not be co-located with any other transmitters except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The Grantee is responsible for providing the documentation required for modular use. The responsibility for the use of this module, in all configurations utilized or contemplated, remains with the Grantee. This module can only be used with a host antenna circuit trace layout design in strict compliance with the OEM instructions provided.


CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.

TCB Grant - Application 3Ff8Dy+/rJEJqLAf0bRjAQ==

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

  Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc.
1516 Centre Circle
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Date of Grant: 10/11/2023

Application Dated: 10/05/2023
Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Modular Type: Limited Single Modular
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15E 5180.0  -  5240.0 0.016444  
CC ND 15E 5260.0  -  5320.0 0.016634  
CC ND 15E 5500.0  -  5710.0 0.012882  
CC 15E 5745.0  -  5825.0 0.013335  

CIIPC due to RF Chip substituted. Single Limited Modular Approval. The device has 20MHz, 40MHz and 80MHz bandwidth. Product is restricted for indoor use only in the 5.15-5.25 GHz band. Power output listed is conducted. This device is granted for use in Mobile only configurations in which the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and not be co-located with any other transmitters except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The Grantee is responsible for providing the documentation required for modular use. The responsibility for the use of this module, in all configurations utilized or contemplated, remains with the Grantee. This module can only be used with a host antenna circuit trace layout design in strict compliance with the OEM instructions provided.

CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.
ND: This UNII device complies with the Transmit Power Control (TPC) and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements in Section 15.407(h).

EAS Grant - Application 3Ff8Dy+/rJEJqLAf0bRjAQ==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Appareo Systems, LLC
1810 NDSU Research Circle N
Fargo, ND 58102
United States
  Date of Grant: 10/11/2023

Application Dated: 10/05/2023
 
Attention: Christopher Horne , CEP & Director, Electronics Hardware Design

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:  2AETC-AFC20
Name of Grantee:  Appareo Systems, LLC
Equipment Class: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX
Notes: Telematics Control Unit
Modular Type: Limited Single Modular
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15E 5180.0  -  5240.0 0.016444  
CC ND 15E 5260.0  -  5320.0 0.016634  
CC ND 15E 5500.0  -  5710.0 0.012882  
CC 15E 5745.0  -  5825.0 0.013335  

CIIPC due to RF Chip substituted. Single Limited Modular Approval. The device has 20MHz, 40MHz and 80MHz bandwidth. Product is restricted for indoor use only in the 5.15-5.25 GHz band. Power output listed is conducted. This device is granted for use in Mobile only configurations in which the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and not be co-located with any other transmitters except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Only those antenna(s) tested with the device or similar antenna(s) with equal or lesser gain may be used with this transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The Grantee is responsible for providing the documentation required for modular use. The responsibility for the use of this module, in all configurations utilized or contemplated, remains with the Grantee. This module can only be used with a host antenna circuit trace layout design in strict compliance with the OEM instructions provided.


CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.
ND: This UNII device complies with the Transmit Power Control (TPC) and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements in Section 15.407(h).

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