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SPBTLE-RF

Regulatory compliance

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Regulatory compliance

6.1

FCC certification

This module has been tested and found to comply with the FCC part 15 rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in approved

installations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference

to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference may not occur in a particular installation.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

1.

This device may not cause harmful interference,

and

2.

this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Modifications or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by STMicroelectronics

may render void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Modular approval

FCC ID: S9NSPBTLERF

In accordance with FCC part 15, the SPBTLE-RF is listed as a modular transmitter device.

This module is evaluated for stand-alone use only. Finished products incorporating multiple

transmitters must comply with colocation and RF exposure requirements in accordance with

FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. Collocated transmitters operating in portable RF

Exposure conditions (e.g. <20 cm from persons including but not limited to body worn and

hand held devices) may require separate approval.

6.1.1

Labeling instructions

When integrating the SPBTLE-RF into the final product, the OEM must ensure that the FCC

labeling requirements are satisfied. A statement must be included on the exterior of the final

product which indicates the product includes a certified module. The label should state the

following (or similar wording that conveys the same meaning):

The OEM must include the following statements on the exterior of the final product unless

the product is too small (e.g. less than 4 x 4 inches):

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions:

Contains FCC ID: S9NSPBTLERF

OR

This product contains FCC ID: S9NSPBTLERF