ISED published RSS-210 — Licensed-Exempt Radio Apparatus
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) in Canada released the Radio Standards Specification RSS-210, issue 11, Licensed-Exempt Radio Apparatus: Category I Equipment replaces RSS-210, issue 10, dated December 2019. This standard presents the certification requirements for several types of licensed-exempt radio devices, including new frequency bands and applications such as Wireless microphones, […]
ISED issued a Public Consultation for RLAN Devices Operating in the 5925-7125 MHz Band
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) released a public consultation to gather comments on the consultation of RSS-248, issue 3, “Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) Devices Operating in the 5925-7125 MHz Band”. This standard sets out the technical and operational requirements for a new equipment class called “very low-power devices” and […]
Australia: ACMA public hearing regarding the agency approach to radiocommunications licensing and allocation 2024
ACMA revised the paper to ensure it continues providing a fit-for-purpose, up-to-date and clear overview of the approach to radiocommunications licensing and allocation. The paper also includes examples of recent licensing and allocation decisions. Alongside the five-year spectrum outlook (FYSO). The attached document presents the considerations for the proposed changes. The expectation is to finish […]
Australia: ACMA Seeks Public Input on Expanding Wireless Services in Upper 6 GHz Band
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is inviting public and industry feedback on the potential introduction of radio local area networks (RLANs) and wide-area wireless broadband (WA WBB) services in the upper 6 GHz band (6425–7125 MHz). This initiative is part of ACMA’s draft Five-year Spectrum Outlook for 2024-2029, which addresses significant international developments […]
Indonesia: SDPPI Announces Revision of Multiple Technical Standards Regulations
The Directorate Standardization Device Post and Informatics (SDPPI) has announced multiple updates to its technical standards for telecommunications equipment. The affected standards include those for GMPCS terminals, satellite communication systems, HF, VHF, UHF radio communication tools, mobile telecommunication equipment (4G and 5G technologies), WLAN, and Free Space Optics. These revisions align with the latest international […]
ISED released Public Consultation for Supplemental Mobile Coverage by Satellite
The Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), on behalf of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry (the Minister), is initiating a consultation on a policy, licensing, and technical framework for the use of certain bands allocated to flexible use and/or commercial mobile services to support the expansion of coverage via satellite, which is […]
Mexico: IFT outlines a public consultation on guidelines for the use of the IFT seal for homologated devices.
The Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) has initiated a public consultation process to gather feedback on proposed modifications to the “Lineamientos para uso del Sello IFT” and “Lineamientos para la homologación de productos, equipos, dispositivos o aparatos destinados a telecomunicaciones o radiodifusión.” Both public consultations will run in parallel and aim to reformulate the label […]
SUBTEL issues a Public Consultation for Short-Range Devices Compliance Requirements
The Subsecretariat of Telecommunications (SUBTEL) requires comments to modify Exenta Resolution No. 1,985 of 2017. These changes impact products leveraging new technologies like 5G and IoT. Key modifications include a self-assessment verification process and the requirement for a QR code containing commercial and technical information on product packaging and verified compliance by importers and manufacturers […]
Cayman Islands: OFREG released a Public Consultation for Short Range Licence Exempt Devices
The Utility Regulation and Competition Office (OfReg) published a public consultation to seek comments to identify and define those devices which may operate on a license-exempt basis. This consultation covers devices like: The consultation will be open until June 27th, 2024 Type Approval Impacted? YesSpectrum Impacted? NoImports Impacted? Yes
Indonesia: SDPPI releases the New Technical Standards for Short-Range Devices
The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Informatics SDPPI has introduced the new technical standards for short-range devices under Ministerial Decree Number 260 of 2024. Effective 90 days from May 13, 2024, this update specifies the new requirements for devices including Bluetooth, NFC, RFID, UWB, and WPAN. Key compliance areas include updated certification requirements, specific frequency […]