FCC Test Report

General Information

1.1. Description of Device (EUT)

EUT: Camcorder

Test Model: HDR-AE8

Additional Model No.: MN4K20NV, MN4K25NV, Ordro AE8, Ordro AE8 CA, Ordro AE8 AU, Ordro AE8 4K, Ordro AE8-2, AE8 plus, AE8P, AE8J

Model Declaration: PCB board, structure and internal of these model(s) are the same, So no additional models were tested.

Power Supply: Input: 5V 1000mA; Battery: DC 3.7V, 1800mAh, 6.66Wh

Hardware Version: V03

Software Version: S47

2.4G WLAN

Frequency Range: 2412~2462 MHz

Channel Number: 11 Channels for 20MHz bandwidth (2412~2462MHz); 7 Channels for 40MHz bandwidth (2422~2452MHz)

Channel Spacing: 5MHz

Modulation Type: IEEE 802.11b: DSSS (CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK); IEEE 802.11g: OFDM (64QAM, 16QAM, QPSK, BPSK); IEEE 802.11n: OFDM (64QAM, 16QAM,QPSK,BPSK)

Antenna Description: FPC Antenna, 2.2dBi(Max.)

1.2. Host System Configuration List and Details

1.3. External I/O Cable

1.4. Description of Test Facility

NVLAP Accreditation Code: 600167-0.

FCC Designation Number: CN5024.

CAB identifier: CN0071.

CNAS Registration Number: L4595.

Test Firm Registration Number: 254912.

The 3m-Semi anechoic test site fulfils CISPR 16-1-4 according to ANSI C63.4:2014 and CISPR 16-1-4:2010 SVSWR requirement for radiated emission above 1GHz.

1.5. Statement of the Measurement Uncertainty

The data and results referenced in this document are true and accurate. The measurement uncertainty was calculated for all measurements listed in this test report according to CISPR 16 – 4 and documented in the LCS quality system acc. To DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025. Component and process variability may result in additional deviation. The manufacturer holds the sole responsibility for the device's continued compliance.

1.6. Measurement Uncertainty

(1) This uncertainty represents an expanded uncertainty expressed at approximately the 95% confidence level using a coverage factor of k=2.

1.7. Description of Test Modes

The EUT was tested under operating conditions. The worst-case was found when EUT was in the Y position. Testing included AC conducted emissions at 120V/60Hz and 240V/60Hz, and also with power adapter and PC power modes. The worst-case mode for conducted emissions was IEEE 802.11b (Low Channel). For radiated emissions (9 KHz-1000 MHz), the worst-case mode was IEEE 802.11b (Low Channel). Data rates tested were 1 Mbps for IEEE 802.11b, 6 Mbps for IEEE 802.11g, MCS0 for IEEE 802.11n HT20, and MCS0 for IEEE 802.11n HT40.

Test Methodology

All measurements were conducted following ANSI C63.10-2013. Radiated testing was performed at a 3-meter distance.

2.1. EUT Configuration

The EUT was configured for RF field strength measurement to maximize emissions in a continuous normal application.

2.2. EUT Exercise

The EUT operated in engineering mode for TX frequency testing. KDB558074 D01 15.247 Meas Guidance v05r02 was followed. The EUT must comply with FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart C sections 15.203, 15.205, 15.207, 15.209, and 15.247.

2.3. General Test Procedures

2.3.1 Conducted Emissions

Conducted emissions were measured from 0.15 MHz to 30MHz using Quasi-peak and average detector modes, with the EUT placed on a turntable 0.8m above the ground plane.

2.3.2 Radiated Emissions

Radiated emissions were measured with the EUT on a turntable. For frequencies below 1GHz, the turntable height was 0.8m; above 1GHz, it was 1.5m. The turntable rotated 360 degrees to find maximum emission levels. The distance to the receiving antenna was 3 meters, and antenna polarization (horizontal/vertical) was varied. Exploratory measurements were made to identify maximum emissions.

2.4. Test Sample

Two samples were provided: Engineer sample (continuous transmit) and Normal sample (intermittent transmit).

System Test Configuration

3.1. Justification

The system was configured for continuous transmission with a fixed frequency command via an ECOS system.

3.2. EUT Exercise Software

Software provided by the applicant was used to change test channels during continuous transmission testing.

3.3. Special Accessories

N/A.

3.4. Block Diagram/Schematics

Please refer to the related document.

3.5. Equipment Modifications

No modifications were made to the EUT by Shenzhen LCS Compliance Testing Laboratory Ltd.

3.6. Test Setup

Please refer to the test setup photos.

Summary of Test Results

Remark:

• Note 1 – Test results inside test report;
• Note 2 – Test results in other test report (SAR Report);

Test Result

5.1. 6 dB Spectrum Bandwidth Measurement

Standard Applicable: According to §15.247(a)(2), the minimum 6 dB bandwidth must be at least 500 kHz for digital modulation systems.

5.1.2. Measuring Instruments and Setting

Spectrum Analyzer settings: Attenuation: Auto, Span Frequency: > RBW, Detector: Peak, Trace: Max Hold, Sweep Time: Auto Sweep.

5.1.3. Test Procedures

The transmitter output was connected to the spectrum analyzer. RBW/VBW was set to 100 KHz/300KHz for 6dB bandwidth measurement. The 6dB bandwidth and 99% occupied bandwidth were measured.

5.1.4. Test Setup Layout

Diagram description: A Spectrum Analyzer is connected to the EUT via a cable.

5.1.5. EUT Operation during Test

The EUT was programmed to transmit continuously.

5.1.6. Test Result of 6dB Spectrum Bandwidth

PASS

Remark: Measured 6dB bandwidth at different data rates, including cable loss. Worst-case data rates were 1Mbps (802.11b), 6Mbps (802.11g), 6.5Mbps (802.11n HT20), and 13Mbps (802.11n HT40).

5.2. Radiated Emissions Measurement

Standard Applicable: §15.205 (a) lists permitted frequency bands for spurious emissions. §15.247 (d) requires emissions outside the operating band to be at least 20dB below the power in the 100 kHz bandwidth within the band. Emissions falling into restricted bands must comply with §15.209(a) limits.

5.2.2. Measuring Instruments and Setting

Spectrum Analyzer settings: Attenuation: Auto, Start Frequency: 1000 MHz, Stop Frequency: 10th carrier harmonic. RB/VB for restricted bands: 1MHz/1MHz (Peak), 1MHz/1/B kHz (Average). RB/VB for non-restricted bands: 1MHz/1MHz (Peak), 1MHz/1/B kHz (Average). Receiver settings: Attenuation: Auto. Frequency ranges: 9kHz-150kHz (RB/VB 200Hz/1KHz), 150kHz-30MHz (RB/VB 9kHz/30KHz), 30MHz-1000MHz (RB/VB 120kHz/1MHz).

5.2.3. Test Procedures

Sequence of testing 9 kHz to 30 MHz

Setup: EUT placed on a turntable (0.8m height for tabletop, ground for floor-standing). Auxiliary equipment and cables positioned for normal operation. AC power connected to turntable outlet. Measurement distance: 3 meters. EUT in operation.

Premeasurement: Turntable rotated 0°-315° (45° steps). Antenna height: 1.0 meter. Analyzer swept with peak detection at each position.

Final measurement: Software maximized emissions by rotating turntable (0°-360°) and elevation axes (0°-360°). Final measurement done with QPK detector at the position yielding highest emissions. Results recorded.

Sequence of testing 30 MHz to 1 GHz

Setup: Similar to above, but antenna height varied from 1 to 3 meters. Measurement distance: 3 meters.

Premeasurement: Turntable rotated 0°-315° (45° steps). Antenna polarized vertical and horizontal. Antenna height varied 1-3 meters. Analyzer swept three times at each position/polarization/height to find maximum emissions.

Final measurement: Performed for the six highest peaks. Software maximized peaks by adjusting turntable position (±45°) and antenna movement (1-4 meters). Final measurement done with QP detector. Results recorded.

Sequence of testing 1 GHz to 18 GHz

Setup: Similar to above, but EUT on a table with 1.5m height. Measurement distance: 3 meters.

Premeasurement: Turntable rotated 0°-315° (45° steps). Antenna polarized vertical and horizontal. Antenna height scan range: 1 to 2.5 meters. Analyzer swept with peak detection.

Final measurement: Performed for the six highest peaks. Software maximized peaks by adjusting turntable position (±45°) and antenna movement (1-4 meters). Final measurement done with Peak and Average detectors. Results recorded.

Sequence of testing above 18 GHz

Setup: Similar to 1 GHz to 18 GHz, but measurement distance: 1 meter.

Premeasurement: Antenna moved spherically over EUT in different polarizations.

Final measurement: Performed at positions and orientations yielding highest emissions with Peak and Average detectors. Results recorded.

5.2.4. Test Setup Layout

Diagram description: Three diagrams illustrate test setups for radiated emissions:

• Below 30MHz: EUT on a turntable (0.8m height), 3m distance to RX Antenna.
• Below 1GHz: EUT on a turntable (0.8m height), 3m distance to Antenna Tower with Bi-log Antenna, connected to SPA/Receiver.
• Above 1GHz: EUT on a turntable (1.5m height), 3m distance to Antenna Tower with Horn Antenna, connected to Spectrum Analyzer with Pre-amp and SPA/Receiver. Extrapolation factor of 20 dB/decade used for distances other than 3m.

5.2.5. EUT Operation during Test

The EUT was programmed to be in continuously transmitting mode.

5.2.6. Results of Radiated Emissions (9 KHz~30MHz)

No significant emissions reported in this range, as they were attenuated by more than 20 dB below permissible limits.

5.2.7. Results of Radiated Emissions (30MHz~1GHz)

Results for Horizontal and Vertical polarization for IEEE 802.11b mode (Low Channel) are presented in tables and graphs, showing measured levels, limits, and margins.

5.2.8. Results for Radiated Emissions (1 G - 26 GHz)

Tables present measured radiated emissions for IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g modes across various channels (2412, 2437, 2462 MHz). Data includes frequency, reading, antenna factor, pre-amplifier factor, cable loss, measured level, limit, margin, remark, and polarization (Horizontal/Vertical). Worst-case data rates are noted.

Maximum Conducted Output Power Measurement

5.3.1. Standard Applicable: For digital modulation systems in the 2400-2483.5 MHz and 5725-5850 MHz bands, the maximum peak conducted output power limit is 30dBm, with adjustments for antenna gain exceeding 6dBi.

5.3.3. Test Procedures

Maximum peak conducted output power was measured using a broadband peak RF power meter, ensuring video bandwidth met or exceeded the DTS bandwidth.

5.3.4. Test Setup Layout

Diagram description: A Power Meter is connected to the EUT.

5.3.5. EUT Operation during Test

The EUT was configured to transmit continuously at its maximum power control level.

5.3.6. Test Result of Maximum Conducted Output Power

PASS

Remark: Measured output power at different data rates, including cable loss. Worst-case data rates are noted.

Power Spectral Density Measurement

5.4.1. Standard Applicable: For digitally modulated systems, the power spectral density shall not exceed 8dBm in any 3 kHz band during continuous transmission.

5.4.3. Test Procedures

The procedure used maximum peak conducted output power measurement for compliance. RBW was set to 3 kHz, VBW ≥ 3*RBW, and span was 1.5 times the DTS channel bandwidth. The peak marker function determined the maximum power level.

5.4.4. Test Setup Layout

Diagram description: A Spectrum Analyzer is connected to the EUT.

5.4.5. EUT Operation during Test

The EUT was programmed to be in continuously transmitting mode.

5.4.6. Test Result of Power Spectral Density

PASS

Remark: Measured power spectrum density at different data rates, including cable loss. Worst-case data rates are noted.

Band Edge Measurements and Conducted Spurious Emissions Test

5.5.1. Standard Applicable: RF power must be at least 20 dB below the 100 kHz bandwidth power within the band. Emissions in restricted bands must comply with §15.209(a) limits.

5.5.2. Measuring Instruments and Setting

Spectrum Analyzer settings: Detector: Peak, Attenuation: Auto. RB/VB for restricted and non-restricted bands: 100KHz/300KHz.

5.5.3. Test Procedures

The transmitter output was connected to a spectrum analyzer. Resolution bandwidth was 100 KHz, video bandwidth was 300 KHz. The spectrum from 9 KHz to 26.5 GHz was investigated across lowest, middle, and highest channels.

5.5.4. Test Setup Layout

The test setup is the same as that shown for Power Spectral Density.

5.5.5. EUT Operation during Test

The EUT was programmed to be in continuously transmitting mode.

5.5.6. Test Results of Conducted Spurious Emissions

PASS

Remark: Measured RF conducted spurious emissions at different data rates, including cable loss. Worst-case data rates are noted. Emissions from 9 KHz to 30 MHz were not recorded if at least 20dBc lower than the emission limit.

On Time and Duty Cycle

5.6.1. Standard Applicable: None (for reporting purposes only).

5.6.3. Test Procedures

Spectrum analyzer settings: Center frequency set to transmitting frequency. Span=0MHz, RBW=1MHz, VBW=3MHz, Sweep time=20ms. Detector: Peak. Trace mode: Single hold.

5.6.4. Test Setup Layout

Diagram description: A Spectrum Analyzer is connected to the EUT.

5.6.5. EUT Operation during Test

The EUT was programmed to be in continuously transmitting mode.

5.6.6. Test result

For reporting purpose only. Please refer to Appendix A.6.

Emissions in Restricted Bands

5.7.1 Standard Applicable: RF power outside the operating band must be at least 20dB below the 100 kHz bandwidth power within the band. Emissions in restricted bands must comply with §15.209(a) limits.

5.7.2. Test Setup Layout

Diagram description: A Spectrum Analyzer is connected to the EUT.

5.7.3. Measuring Instruments and Setting

Spectrum Analyzer settings are detailed in the report.

5.7.4. Test Procedures

Antenna-port conducted measurements were used as an alternative to radiated measurements for restricted bands. Procedures included instrument calibration, connecting to EMI receiver, setting frequency, RBW/VBW, and measuring output power. EIRP was calculated by adding antenna gain. Ground reflection factors were applied. For devices with multiple antenna ports, EIRP of individual chains was summed. Electric field strength was calculated from EIRP.

5.7.5 Test Results

PASS

Remark: Measured band edge and radiated emissions at different data rates, including cable loss. Worst-case data rates are noted. Fundamental frequency not for 15.209 limits requirement is indicated by '---'.

AC Power line conducted emissions

5.8.1 Standard Applicable: According to §15.207 (a), RF voltage conducted onto the AC power line from 150 kHz to 30 MHz shall not exceed 250 microvolts. Limits vary with frequency range (0.15-0.50 MHz, 0.50-5 MHz, 5-30 MHz) for Quasi-peak and Average detectors.

5.8.2 Block Diagram of Test Setup

Diagram description: EUT & Auxiliary Equipment connected to a LISN, which is connected to an EMI Receiver. A vertical reference plane and ground plane are shown.

5.8.3 Test Results

PASS. Test data is presented in the following pages, showing conducted emissions for AC 120V/60Hz @ IEEE 802.11b mode (Low Channel) for Line and Neutral conductors.

Antenna Requirements

5.9.1 Standard Applicable: According to §15.203, intentional radiators must use the antenna furnished by the responsible party. Permanently attached antennas or unique coupling antennas are sufficient. Standard antenna jacks or electrical connectors are prohibited. §15.247(4)(1) allows higher directional gain for fixed, point-to-point operations if peak output power is reduced accordingly.

5.9.2 Antenna Connected Construction

5.9.2.1. Standard Applicable: According to § 15.203, the antenna must be furnished by the responsible party.

5.9.2.2. Antenna Connector Construction

The transmitting antenna has a gain of 2.2dBi(Max.) and is an FPC Antenna with no provision for replacement.

5.9.2.3. Results: Compliance.

List of Measuring Equipments

Photographs of EUT

Information regarding Test Setup Photographs, Exterior Photographs, and Interior Photographs of the EUT is available in separate files.