User Instructions

QSIP7180/QSIP7180P Module Integrator Instruction Allowable Antennas to Use with the Radio Module
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CAUTION: Use of other antenna types or the same type of antenna but with higher gain than listed in
Table 7-1 and Table 7-2 is not allowed without additional testing and appropriate FCC approval.
See more detail in Antenna changes in FCC KDB 178919 Permissive Change Policy.
For unlicensed band, use of similar type antennas may only require a Class I Permission Change
to confirm that the performance is the same or better, i.e., lower. Only an equivalent type antenna
can be used without additional testing/submission, please contact your Qualcomm account
representative for additional guidance if you choose different antenna types or higher gain
antennas in the end system.
Examples of antennas Not considered equivalent to PIFA:
■ Dipole/monopole
■ PCB trace
■ Patch
■ Chip antennas
7.1 Antenna Filing Process in Japan, Korea and Taiwan
Regulatory agencies in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan require submission of antenna specification
sheets for all antenna models used with the Qualcomm module. This notification process must be
followed by the integrator before the original product launch and each time new host systems with
new antenna models are launched.
7.1.1 Notification of all antenna models to be used with the Module
For training on the notification process and submitting antenna specifications, send an email to:
[e-mail]