FCC ID BCG-A2999

Apple Watch

by Apple Inc.

Grantee Code: BCG   Product Code: A2999
Latest application date: 2024-09-09

FCC ID Device Details

FCC IDBCG-A2999
Mirrorsfcc.id | gov | fccid.ai
Grantee CodeBCG
Product CodeA2999
Applicant BusinessApple Inc. 🇺🇸
Related Domains apple.com
Equipment ClassApple Watch
Test FirmElement Materials Technology San Jose, CA

Operating Frequencies

Frequency RangeApplication PurposeFinal Action Date
13.56 MHzOriginal Equipment2024-09-09
2402-2480 MHzOriginal Equipment2024-09-09
7723.7-8250 MHzOriginal Equipment2024-09-09
5180-5240 MHzOriginal Equipment2024-09-09
2402-2480 MHzOriginal Equipment2024-09-09

Exhibits

DocumentTypeAvailableFile
User GuideUsers Manual2025-03-08PDF 414.8 KB
Internal PhotographsInternal Photos2025-03-08PDF 519.3 KB
External PhotographsExternal Photos2025-03-08PDF 695.9 KB
FCC ID Label and Location 1ID Label/Location Info2024-09-09PDF 1.3 MB
FCC ID Label and Location 2ID Label/Location Info2024-09-09PDF 1.3 MB
SAR Test Set-up PhotographsTest Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 839.6 KB
SAR Test Setup PhotographsTest Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 839.6 KB
Test Set-up PhotographsTest Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 1.4 MB
Test Set-up PhotographsTest Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 1.3 MB
Test Set-up Photographs 1Test Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 1.4 MB
Test Set-up Photographs 2Test Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 1.2 MB
Test Setup PhotographsTest Setup Photos2025-03-08PDF 1.4 MB
15.255 Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 2.1 MB
802.15.4 ab-NB Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 4.2 MB
Antenna Gain ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 723.6 KB
Bluetooth HDR Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 3 MB
Bluetooth LE Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 3 MB
Bluetooth Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 3.5 MB
DFS Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 775.8 KB
MPE Test ReportRF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 400.5 KB
NFC Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 1.2 MB
SAR Test ReportRF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 1.3 MB
UNII Test Report 1Test Report2024-09-09PDF 3.2 MB
UNII Test Report 2Test Report2024-09-09PDF 3 MB
UWB Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 3.1 MB
WLAN Test ReportTest Report2024-09-09PDF 5.5 MB
Authorization LetterAttestation Statements2024-09-09PDF 559.9 KB
FCC 2.911(d)(5) Covered List AttestationAttestation Statements2024-09-09PDF 889.4 KB
FCC 2.911(d)(7) Agent for Service AttestationAttestation Statements2024-09-09PDF 496.6 KB
Confidentiality Request LetterCover Letter(s)2024-09-09PDF 1.7 MB
SAR Appendix A Test PlotsRF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 498 KB
SAR Appendix B Dipole Verification PlotsRF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 1 MB
SAR Appendix C Probe and Dipole Calibration Certificates 1RF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 3 MB
SAR Appendix C Probe and Dipole Calibration Certificates 2RF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 4.9 MB
SAR Appendix D Tissue SpecificationsRF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 729.3 KB
SAR Appendix E System ValidationRF Exposure Info2024-09-09PDF 168.4 KB
Block Diagram Metadata onlyBlock DiagramPDF 537.6 KB
Schematics Metadata onlySchematicsPDF 1.8 MB
Antenna Gain Metadata onlyOperational DescriptionPDF 50.1 KB
Antenna Specification Metadata onlyOperational DescriptionPDF 874.1 KB
Software Security Description Metadata onlyOperational DescriptionPDF 1.8 MB
Technical Description 1 Metadata onlyOperational DescriptionPDF 1.8 MB
Technical Description 2 Metadata onlyOperational DescriptionPDF 201.6 KB
Parts List_BOM Metadata onlyParts List/Tune Up InfoPDF 482.1 KB
Tune-Up Procedure Metadata onlyParts List/Tune Up InfoPDF 248.8 KB

Application Information

Application IDdeXAuvBiwfqTf/oSKqGiKQ==
Final Action Date2024-09-09
Application PurposeOriginal Equipment
Applicant FRN0005899216
ModelA2999
Frequency Range13.56 MHz
Equipment ClassDXX - Part 15 Low Power Communication Device Transmitter
Device DescriptionApple Watch
Responsible PartyAbhishek Rala, Regulatory Compliance Manager, arala@apple.com , 408-996-1010
Technical ContactAbhishek Rala, Apple Inc., arala@apple.com , 6507038831
Test FirmRandy Ortanez, Element Materials Technology San Jose, CA, rj.ortanez@pctest.com , 4102906652
TCB Emailtcb@element.com
TCB ScopeA2: Low Power Transmitters (except Spread Spectrum) and radar detectors operating above 1 GHz
Short-Term ConfidentialityYes
Short-Term Confidentiality Date03/08/2025
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 InquiryYes
Grant CommentsOutput power listed is peak EIRP. The highest reported SAR for product specific extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.10 W/kg.

Applications

Application IDDatePurpose
deXAuvBiwfqTf/oSKqGiKQ==2024-09-09Original Equipment
bmn1Bj/bdPEuheAwM8gEAg==2024-09-09Original Equipment
UpEjteLqx5R8YLBFRXGXZg==2024-09-09Original Equipment
Htwcpq3MT4OBYKtlcNMnpg==2024-09-09Original Equipment
48hbNUJuGL9omwtKi/U01g==2024-09-09Original Equipment

Equipment Authorization

FrequencyOutputRulesGrant Notes
13.56 MHz15CCC
2402-2480 MHz0.075683015CCC
2402-2480 MHz0.07568315CCC
2404-2476 MHz0.05069915CCC
2412-2472 MHz0.222844415CCC
5180-5240 MHz0.04797315ECC
5260-5320 MHz0.04775315ECC
5500-5720 MHz0.04886515ECC
5728.75-5846.25 MHz0.03944615ECC
5745-5825 MHz0.04808415ECC
6226.1-6753.1 MHz15FCC
7723.7-8250 MHz15FCC
60176.6-60823.4 MHz0.00109615CCC, EP

Grants

TCB Grant - Application UpEjteLqx5R8YLBFRXGXZg==

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

  Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC
(formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21046
Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Ultra Wideband Transmitter
Notes: Apple Watch
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15F 6226.1  -  6753.1  
CC 15F 7723.7  -  8250.0  

UWB devices may not be employed for the operation of toys. Operation onboard an aircraft, a ship or a satellite is prohibited per §15.521(a).

Antennas mounted on outdoor structures, such as antennas mounted on the outside of a building or on a telephone pole, or any fixed outdoors infrastructure are prohibited for use with this device per §15.519(a).

The highest reported SAR for product specific extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.10 W/kg.


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

EAS Grant - Application UpEjteLqx5R8YLBFRXGXZg==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
United States
  Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Ultra Wideband Transmitter
Notes: Apple Watch
Modular Type: Does not apply
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15F 6226.1  -  6753.1  
CC 15F 7723.7  -  8250.0  

UWB devices may not be employed for the operation of toys. Operation onboard an aircraft, a ship or a satellite is prohibited per §15.521(a).

Antennas mounted on outdoor structures, such as antennas mounted on the outside of a building or on a telephone pole, or any fixed outdoors infrastructure are prohibited for use with this device per §15.519(a).

The highest reported SAR for product specific extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.10 W/kg.


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

TCB Grant - Application Htwcpq3MT4OBYKtlcNMnpg==

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

  Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC
(formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21046
Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX
Notes: Apple Watch
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15E 5180.0  -  5240.0 0.047973  
CC 15E 5260.0  -  5320.0 0.047753  
CC 15E 5500.0  -  5720.0 0.048865  
CC 15E 5745.0  -  5825.0 0.048084  
CC 15E 5728.75  -  5846.25 0.039446  

Output power listed is conducted.

This device supports 20 MHz BW mode.

The highest reported SAR for product specific (next-to-mouth), simultaneous transmission, and extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.29 W/kg, 0.52 W/kg, and 0.10 W/kg, respectively.


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

EAS Grant - Application Htwcpq3MT4OBYKtlcNMnpg==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
United States
  Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX
Notes: Apple Watch
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 0.047973  
CC 15E 5260.0  -  5320.0 0.047753  
CC 15E 5500.0  -  5720.0 0.048865  
CC 15E 5745.0  -  5825.0 0.048084  
CC 15E 5728.75  -  5846.25 0.039446  

Output power listed is conducted.

This device supports 20 MHz BW mode.

The highest reported SAR for product specific (next-to-mouth), simultaneous transmission, and extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.29 W/kg, 0.52 W/kg, and 0.10 W/kg, respectively.


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

TCB Grant - Application deXAuvBiwfqTf/oSKqGiKQ==

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

  Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC
(formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21046
Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Part 15 Low Power Communication Device Transmitter
Notes: Apple Watch
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 13.56  -  13.56  
CC EP 15C 60176.6  -  60823.4 0.001096  

Output power listed is peak EIRP.

The highest reported SAR for product specific extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.10 W/kg.


CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.
EP: Output power is Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP)

EAS Grant - Application deXAuvBiwfqTf/oSKqGiKQ==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
United States
  Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Part 15 Low Power Communication Device Transmitter
Notes: Apple Watch
Modular Type: Does not apply
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 13.56  -  13.56  
CC EP 15C 60176.6  -  60823.4 0.001096  

Output power listed is peak EIRP.

The highest reported SAR for product specific extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.10 W/kg.


CC: This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections.
EP: Output power is Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP)

TCB Grant - Application bmn1Bj/bdPEuheAwM8gEAg==

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

  Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC
(formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21046
Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter
Notes: Apple Watch
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.075683  

Output power listed is peak conducted.

The highest reported SAR for product specific (next-to-mouth), simultaneous transmission, and extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.23 W/kg, 0.52 W/kg, and 0.10 W/kg, respectively.


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

EAS Grant - Application bmn1Bj/bdPEuheAwM8gEAg==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
United States
  Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter
Notes: Apple Watch
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 0.075683  

Output power listed is peak conducted.

The highest reported SAR for product specific (next-to-mouth), simultaneous transmission, and extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.23 W/kg, 0.52 W/kg, and 0.10 W/kg, respectively.


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

TCB Grant - Application 48hbNUJuGL9omwtKi/U01g==

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

  Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC
(formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21046
Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Digital Transmission System
Notes: Apple Watch
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2412.0  -  2472.0 0.2228444  
CC 15C 2404.0  -  2476.0 0.050699  
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.075683  

Output power listed is peak conducted.

This device supports 20 MHz BW mode.

The highest reported SAR for product specific (next-to-mouth), simultaneous transmission, and extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.39 W/kg, 0.52 W/kg, and 0.10 W/kg, respectively.


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

EAS Grant - Application 48hbNUJuGL9omwtKi/U01g==

COPY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554

GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
COPY
Certification

Apple Inc.
One Apple Park Way
Cupertino, CA 95014
United States
  Date of Grant: 09/09/2024

Application Dated: 08/10/2024
 
Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager

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:  BCG-A2999
Name of Grantee:  Apple Inc.
Equipment Class: Digital Transmission System
Notes: Apple Watch
Modular Type: Does not apply
Grant Notes  FCC Rule Parts Frequency
Range (MHZ)
Output
Watts
Frequency
Tolerance
Emission
Designator
CC 15C 2412.0  -  2472.0 0.2228444  
CC 15C 2404.0  -  2476.0 0.050699  
CC 15C 2402.0  -  2480.0 0.075683  

Output power listed is peak conducted.

This device supports 20 MHz BW mode.

The highest reported SAR for product specific (next-to-mouth), simultaneous transmission, and extremity (wrist) use conditions is 0.39 W/kg, 0.52 W/kg, and 0.10 W/kg, respectively.


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

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