FCC ID BCGA1521
3x3 MIMO Base Station
by Apple Inc.
Grantee Code: BCG Product Code: A1521
Latest application date: 2016-02-29
Device Images
FCC ID Device Details
Operating Frequencies
| Frequency Range | Application Purpose | Final Action Date |
|---|---|---|
| 5180-5240 MHz | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment | 2016-02-29 |
| 5180-5240 MHz | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment | 2013-08-23 |
| 2412-2462 MHz | Original Equipment | 2013-06-10 |
| 5180-5240 MHz | Original Equipment | 2013-06-10 |
Exhibits
| Document | Type | Available | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Guide | Users Manual | 2013-12-04 | PDF 1.9 MB |
| setup guide | Users Manual | 2013-12-04 | PDF 1.9 MB |
| FCC Declaration user manual | Attestation Statements | 2013-06-10 | PDF 110.8 KB |
| signature authorization letter | Users Manual | 2013-06-10 | PDF 36.8 KB |
| Internal photos | Internal Photos | 2013-12-04 | PDF 3.6 MB |
| internal photos | Internal Photos | 2013-12-04 | PDF 3.6 MB |
| external photos | External Photos | 2013-12-04 | PDF 2.5 MB |
| signature authorization letter | External Photos | 2013-06-10 | PDF 36.8 KB |
| Regulatory label | ID Label/Location Info | 2013-06-10 | PDF 392.3 KB |
| Regulatory label location | ID Label/Location Info | 2013-06-10 | PDF 392.3 KB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC SetupPhotos NII 5.8G+DFS | Test Setup Photos | 2016-02-29 | PDF 654.1 KB |
| 15U21850-E32V1 FCC SetupPhotos NII | Test Setup Photos | 2016-02-29 | PDF 387.4 KB |
| NII Setup Photos | Test Setup Photos | 2013-12-17 | PDF 602.2 KB |
| DTS WLAN report photos only | Test Setup Photos | 2013-12-04 | PDF 554.8 KB |
| UNII WLAN Report photos only | Test Setup Photos | 2013-12-04 | PDF 406.4 KB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC Report NII 5.8G+DFS_Part1 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 4.6 MB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC Report NII 5.8G+DFS_Part2 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 3.8 MB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC Report NII 5.8G+DFS_Part3 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 3.2 MB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC Report NII 5.8G+DFS_Part4 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 3.4 MB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC Report NII 5.8G+DFS_Part5 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 3.3 MB |
| 15U21850-E12V1 FCC Report NII 5.8G+DFS_Part6 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 3.2 MB |
| 15U21850-E32V1 FCC Report NII_Part1 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 5.4 MB |
| 15U21850-E32V1 FCC Report NII_Part2 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 5.2 MB |
| 15U21850-E32V1 FCC Report NII_Part3 | Test Report | 2016-02-29 | PDF 2 MB |
| NII Test Report(DFS) part 1 | Test Report | 2013-08-23 | PDF 5 MB |
| NII Test Report(DFS) part 2 | Test Report | 2013-08-23 | PDF 4.7 MB |
| NII Test Report(DFS) part 3 | Test Report | 2013-08-23 | PDF 5.2 MB |
| DTS WLAN report no photos | Test Report | 2013-06-10 | PDF 5.1 MB |
| UNII WLAN Report no photos | Test Report | 2013-06-10 | PDF 4.2 MB |
| DFS Attestation Letter | Attestation Statements | 2013-06-10 | PDF 116.2 KB |
| A1521_FCC_Request_Confidentiality_Letter_v1.0 | Cover Letter(s) | 2016-02-29 | PDF 83 KB |
| FCC C2PC change letter-LegacyAP-113015 | Cover Letter(s) | 2016-02-29 | PDF 104.6 KB |
| FCC_Authorization_Application_Letter_LgegacyAP-113015v-1.1 | Cover Letter(s) | 2016-02-29 | PDF 64 KB |
| Signature Auth Letter (AR) | Cover Letter(s) | 2016-02-29 | PDF 38.5 KB |
| Agent Authorization Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-08-23 | PDF 123.8 KB |
| C2PC Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-08-23 | PDF 125.3 KB |
| Confidentiality Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-08-23 | PDF 125.4 KB |
| New Exhibit | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-08-23 | |
| Signature Authorization Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-08-23 | PDF 36.8 KB |
| Authorization | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-06-10 | PDF 123.8 KB |
| Authorization letter | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-06-10 | PDF 123.8 KB |
| confidentiality request | Cover Letter(s) | 2013-06-10 | PDF 141.2 KB |
| RF Exposure report | RF Exposure Info | 2013-06-10 | PDF 257.2 KB |
| A1521_Software_Security_Description_v1.0 Metadata only | SDR Software/Security Inf | PDF 107.8 KB |
Application Information
| Application ID | UfQGW5e/uO+xkAn3NPIBhg== |
|---|---|
| Final Action Date | 2016-02-29 |
| Application Purpose | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment |
| Applicant FRN | 0005899216 |
| Model | A1521 |
| Frequency Range | 5180-5240 MHz |
| Equipment Class | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Device Description | 3x3 MIMO Base Station |
| Responsible Party | Abhishek Rala, Regulatory Compliance Manager, arala@apple.com  , 408-996-1010 |
| Test Firm | Jay Kogoma, UL Verification Services Inc. (formerly UL CCS), jay.kogoma@ul.com  , 510-319-4135 |
| TCB Email | Claire.Hoque@ul.com |
| TCB Scope | A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques |
| Short-Term Confidentiality | No |
| Long-Term Confidentiality | Yes |
| Grant Deferral | No |
| Modular Equipment | Does not apply |
| Composite Device | Yes |
| Composite Part | No |
| Cognitive Radio | No |
| Authorization Waiver | No |
| Authorization Waiver Approved | No |
| Section 5301 Certification | Yes |
| Related OET Knowledge DataBase Inquiry | Yes |
| Grant Comments | Class II permissive change to show compliance with new UNII rules. Output power is conducted. This device has 20 MHz, 40 MHz and 80 MHz BW modes. Device operates with specific antennas in MIMO configurations as described in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. |
Applications
| Application ID | Date | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| UfQGW5e/uO+xkAn3NPIBhg== | 2016-02-29 | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment |
| o1grFc++52ZKXitIavX4wQ== | 2013-08-23 | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment |
| VxtOHKi4HLa6Mn9sJ41z1A== | 2013-06-10 | Original Equipment |
| UKZE+U6DpWdYvDgvfUA+Pg== | 2013-06-10 | Original Equipment |
Equipment Authorization
| Frequency | Output | Rules | Grant Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2412-2462 MHz | 0.50234 | 15C | CC, MO |
| 5180-5240 MHz | 0.04753 | 15E | 38, CC, MO |
| 5180-5240 MHz | 0.04753 | 15E | CC, MO |
| 5180-5240 MHz | 0.0475300 | 15E | CC, MO |
| 5260-5320 MHz | 0.12764 | 15E | 38, CC, MO, ND |
| 5260-5320 MHz | 0.12764 | 15E | CC, MO |
| 5500-5720 MHz | 0.25053 | 15E | 38, CC, MO, ND |
| 5500-5580 MHz | 0.13062 | 15E | CC, MO |
| 5660-5700 MHz | 0.13062 | 15E | CC, MO |
| 5700-5720 MHz | 0.25083 | 15E | CC, MO |
| 5745-5825 MHz | 0.94189 | 15C | CC, MO |
| 5745-5825 MHz | 0.12794 | 15E | 38, CC, MO |
Grants
TCB Grant - Application VxtOHKi4HLa6Mn9sJ41z1A==
| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
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UL Verification Services Inc. (formerly UL CCS) 47173 Benicia Street Fremont, CA 94538 |
Date of Grant: 06/10/2013 Application Dated: 06/07/2013 |
| Apple Inc. |
| 1 Infinite Loop |
| Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 |
| Attention: Marc Douat , EMC 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Digital Transmission System |
| Notes: | 3X3 MIMO BASE STATION |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15C | 2412.0 - 2462.0 | 0.50234 | ||
| CC MO | 15C | 5745.0 - 5825.0 | 0.94189 |
| Power Output listed is the maximum combined conducted output power. Device is access point operating device configurable as either legacy mode, a 2x2 or 3x3 Spatial Multiplexing MIMO, as described within this filing. The antennas used for this transmitter shall be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter within a device, except in accordance with accepted multi-transmitter product procedures. This device has 20, 40 and 80 MHz Channel capability in the 5.8GHz band. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
EAS Grant - Application VxtOHKi4HLa6Mn9sJ41z1A==
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554 GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
COPY |
| Certification |
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Apple Inc. 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 United States |
Date of Grant: 06/10/2013 Application Dated: 06/07/2013 |
| Attention: Marc Douat , EMC 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Digital Transmission System |
| Notes: | 3X3 MIMO BASE STATION |
| Modular Type: | Does not apply |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15C | 2412.0 - 2462.0 | 0.50234 | ||
| CC MO | 15C | 5745.0 - 5825.0 | 0.94189 |
| Power Output listed is the maximum combined conducted output power. Device is access point operating device configurable as either legacy mode, a 2x2 or 3x3 Spatial Multiplexing MIMO, as described within this filing. The antennas used for this transmitter shall be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter within a device, except in accordance with accepted multi-transmitter product procedures. This device has 20, 40 and 80 MHz Channel capability in the 5.8GHz band. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
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| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
UL Verification Services Inc. (formerly UL CCS) 47173 Benicia Street Fremont, CA 94538 |
Date of Grant: 06/10/2013 Application Dated: 06/07/2013 |
| Apple Inc. |
| 1 Infinite Loop |
| Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 |
| Attention: Marc Douat , EMC 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Notes: | 3X3 MIMO BASE STATION |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15E | 5180.0 - 5240.0 | 0.04753 |
| Power Output listed is the maximum combined conducted output power. Device is access point operating device configurable as either legacy mode, a 2x2 or 3x3 Spatial Multiplexing MIMO, as described within this filing. The antennas used for this transmitter shall be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter within a device, except in accordance with accepted multi-transmitter product procedures. This device is authorized for indoor use only within the 5150-5250 MHz band. This device has 20, 40 and 80 MHz Channel capability. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
EAS Grant - Application UKZE+U6DpWdYvDgvfUA+Pg==
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554 GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
COPY |
| Certification |
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Apple Inc. 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 United States |
Date of Grant: 06/10/2013 Application Dated: 06/07/2013 |
| Attention: Marc Douat , EMC 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Notes: | 3X3 MIMO BASE STATION |
| Modular Type: | Does not apply |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15E | 5180.0 - 5240.0 | 0.04753 |
| Power Output listed is the maximum combined conducted output power. Device is access point operating device configurable as either legacy mode, a 2x2 or 3x3 Spatial Multiplexing MIMO, as described within this filing. The antennas used for this transmitter shall be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter within a device, except in accordance with accepted multi-transmitter product procedures. This device is authorized for indoor use only within the 5150-5250 MHz band. This device has 20, 40 and 80 MHz Channel capability. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
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| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
UL Verification Services Inc. (formerly UL CCS) 47173 Benicia Street Fremont, CA 94538 |
Date of Grant: 02/29/2016 Application Dated: 02/22/2016 |
| 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Notes: | 3x3 MIMO Base Station |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| 38 CC MO | 15E | 5180.0 - 5240.0 | 0.04753 | ||
| 38 CC MO ND | 15E | 5260.0 - 5320.0 | 0.12764 | ||
| 38 CC MO ND | 15E | 5500.0 - 5720.0 | 0.25053 | ||
| 38 CC MO | 15E | 5745.0 - 5825.0 | 0.12794 |
| Class II permissive change to show compliance with new UNII rules. Output power is conducted. This device has 20 MHz, 40 MHz and 80 MHz BW modes. Device operates with specific antennas in MIMO configurations as described in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. |
| 38: | This device has shown compliance, in all grant-listed U-NII sub-bands, with the new rules for U-NII devices adopted under Docket No. 13-49 and may be marketed, manufactured or imported after the June 1, 2016 transition deadline. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
| 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 UfQGW5e/uO+xkAn3NPIBhg==
| 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: 02/29/2016 Application Dated: 02/22/2016 |
| 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Notes: | 3x3 MIMO Base Station |
| Modular Type: | Does not apply |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| 38 CC MO | 15E | 5180.0 - 5240.0 | 0.04753 | ||
| 38 CC MO ND | 15E | 5260.0 - 5320.0 | 0.12764 | ||
| 38 CC MO ND | 15E | 5500.0 - 5720.0 | 0.25053 | ||
| 38 CC MO | 15E | 5745.0 - 5825.0 | 0.12794 |
| Class II permissive change to show compliance with new UNII rules. Output power is conducted. This device has 20 MHz, 40 MHz and 80 MHz BW modes. Device operates with specific antennas in MIMO configurations as described in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. |
| 38: | This device has shown compliance, in all grant-listed U-NII sub-bands, with the new rules for U-NII devices adopted under Docket No. 13-49 and may be marketed, manufactured or imported after the June 1, 2016 transition deadline. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
| 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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| 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: 08/23/2013 Application Dated: 06/20/2013 |
| Attention: Marc Douat , EMC 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: | BCGA1521 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Notes: | 3X3 MIMO BASE STATION |
| Modular Type: | Does not apply |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15E | 5180.0 - 5240.0 | 0.04753 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5260.0 - 5320.0 | 0.12764 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5500.0 - 5580.0 | 0.13062 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5660.0 - 5700.0 | 0.13062 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5700.0 - 5720.0 | 0.25083 |
| This device has 20 MHz, 40 MHz, and 80 MHz BW modes. Operation in 5.15-5.25 GHz band is for indoor use only. Output power is conducted. Device operates with specific antennas in MIMO configurations as described in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
| Mail To: |
| Claire Hoque, |
| UL CCS |
| 47173 Benicia Street |
| Fremont, CA 94538 |