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Disclaimer for BCDS Cross-Domain Development Kit (XDK)
Important Notice
XDK is a development Kit made up of various sensors, a programmable µC, Battery as well as
Bluetooth and WLAN communication. It enables users to rapidly prototype an application/project for
the Internet of Things. XDK itself is not designed for mass production, however it is built in such a way
that Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions (BCDS) can industrialize derivations thereof for a
specific user application.
XDK is only allowed for EVALUATION and PROTOTYPING only. It is not intended for
continuous operation.
XDK housing is not to be opened or tampered with. A breakout board has been provided with delivery
so that the user can access the extension bus of XDK without opening the housing.
XDK is not to be used for environmental conditions for that it was not designed, for more details please
read the corresponding section in the technical handbook.
Manufacturing of XDK or derivations, adaptations thereof may only be done by BCDS. This includes
any device which has any function or feature that is in any way similar to that of the XDK hardware or
software.
XDK is not intended to represent a final design recommendation for any particular application. Final
device in an application has to be designed, tested and validated as per customer’s own defined
series production process (e.g. proper circuit board design and layout, heat-sink, proper supply
concept etc.).
The XDK provided may not be complete in terms of required design, marketing, and or manufacturing
related protective considerations, including product safety measures typically found in the end product
incorporating the sensor device. BCDS gives no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the
suitability of its items or sensor device for any particular purpose, nor does Bosch assume any liability
arising out of the application or use of any item or circuit, and specifically disclaims any and all
warranty and liability, including without limitation consequential or incidental damages. Furthermore,
Bosch assumes no responsibility for the consequences of use of such hardware and software or
information or for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its
use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Bosch or
others.
In order to minimize risks associated with the customer’s applications, adequate design and operating
safeguards must be provided by the customer to minimize inherent or procedural hazards.
Neither the XDK nor a potential product derivation, nor the break-out board or any other XDK
component adaption are designed, intended, or authorized for use as components in systems
intended for surgical implant into the body, or other applications intended to support or sustain life, or
for any other application in which the failure of the Bosch product could create a situation where
personal injury or death may occur. The same applies for any kind of weapon, or any device or
application which is potentially dangerous for human life.
In the event of any use of XDK outside the BCDS expressly approved applications, specified
environments or installation conditions Customer shall indemnify and hold BCDS and its officers,
employees, subsidiaries, affiliates, and distributors harmless against all claims, costs, damages, and
expenses, and reasonable attorney fees arising out of, directly or indirectly, any claim of personal
injury or death associated with such unintended or unauthorized use, even if such claim alleges that
BCDS was negligent regarding the design or manufacture of the part.
Technical specifications for individual components included within XDK are theoretical maximum
performance levels. Through the manner of which XDK has been constructed, theoretical maximum
performance levels of individual components may not be attainable.