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Posted by Tom Lechner

on Mar 29 2012 01:32 AM

I am developing a wireless earbud application for educational use. Assuming I use PurePath, what will I need to do regarding the FCC? Any ideas what it might cost? Better yet, are there any companies producing off the shelf wireless earbuds using PurePath? Thank You

Tom

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Posted by Per H

on Mar 29 2012 06:25 AM

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Hi Tom,

If you do not what to do FCC certifiaction yourself, I would suggest to use Anaren's modules as they are pre-certified:

http://www.anaren.com/air/products/wireless-audio-air-solutions

-Per

Posted by Tom Lechner

on Mar 29 2012 09:16 AM

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Hi Per

Great. Thanks for the prompt info. I'm looking at the Anaren product now. Question #2 (of many to come), do you have an anticipated life on this product?

Thanks

Tom

Posted by Per H

on Mar 30 2012 06:36 AM

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Tom,

We (TI) do not obsolete parts customers is still buying, if thet was the question :-)

-Per

Posted by Tom Lechner

on Mar 30 2012 11:01 AM

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Per

Thank you; that answers my question.

I have contacted Anaren; was pleased by their response; have ordered your Headset Dev kit from Mouser.

Next question: Any ideas how expensive SAR testing might be for the Anaren module?

Tom

Posted by Per H

on Mar 30 2012 15:41 PM

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Hi Tom,

No no idea but is it really nessesary?

-Per

Posted by Tom Lechner

on Apr 02 2012 09:00 AM

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Per,

Thanks for your patience. The following statement is on page 12 of the Anaren A8520E24A91 User’s Manual:

"If the A8520E24A91 module is used in a portable application (antenna is less than 20 cm from persons during operation), the integrator/OEM is responsible for performing Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) testing in accordance with FCC rules 2.1093."

I realize it is their info, not TI's, but just thought you might have some ideas.

Tom