CHILE: Proposal on Universal USB-C Type

On Apr 21st the Chamber of Deputies in Chile proposed implementing a universal charger (type USB-C) for all the smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers, and portable video consoles. With a transition period of 2 years from the publication of the law for implementation. Type Approval impacted: NoSpectrum Impacted: NoImports Impacted: YesStandards Impacted: Yes, standardized universal charger […]

CHILE: SUBTEL Publish Public Consultation Regarding 3400-3600 MHz Band

SUBTEL opens public consultation on reordering the use of the radio spectrum in the 3,400 – 3,600 MHz band to maximize the efficiency in the use of the radioelectric spectrum. The initiative seeks to complement the national spectrum policy to the current times, where the digitization and deployment of 5G networks will be key to […]

CHILE: SUBTEL updates Exenta 1985 (technical standard for short range devices)

On July 27th, 2021, the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications, Sub-secretary of Telecommunications (SUBTEL) published Exenta Resolution 1321 in which the frequency band with its corresponding maximum electric field strength was added to item H related to equipment used for medical applications: 13.553 to 13.567 kHz 20 mV/m at 30 meters In addition, the limit […]

CHILE: SUBTEL Updates EXENTA 1985 for Certain Unlicensed Bands

On October 22nd, the National Congress of Chile released an update on some changes related to the Exenta 1985 for unlicensed bands. Key highlights include: -The new output power allowed for the 5150 to 5250 MHz band is 1 W and maximum radiated power density not exceeding 17 mW/MHz -The 5925 to 7125 MHz frequency […]

CHILE: SUBTEL Temporarily Updates New Type-Approval Guideline

In the latest communication of May 12, 2020, SUBTEL of Chile announced a suspension to their lastest update from March 05, 2020 – regarding their type approval application. SUBTEL is now reverting back to its previous homologation procedure. This decision was made as a measurement due to the Covid-19 situation in order to help manufacturers during this difficult time. This is positive news since you’ll […]

CHILE: SUBTEL Releases New Type-Approval Guideline

SUBTEL releases a new type-approval guideline that will enter into force starting March 2020. Such guideline describes the reinforcement made to the documents that were previously requested. Also, this decision makes the process more strict regarding the submission of the documents. It is also important to highlight additional documents will be requested such as: -Internal and […]

CHILE: SUBTEL to Tender Four Frequency Bands for 5G

Type approval impacted? No Spectrum: Yes Allocation: Yes Imports: No Standards: No Description of the regulatory update: SUBTEL opens a public consultation addressed to all those interested in expressing their opinion regarding the future 5G network contest. It will be four processes to independent and separated bands to know: 700 MHz; AWS; 3.5 GHz; y 28 […]

CHILE: State of Emergency Declared

A state of emergency was declared in Chile following violent protests over a fare increase for the city’s subway system. Currently, SUBTEL has been working with interruptions. For this reason, the certification processes will be affected until the situation is solved. Some Laboratories are not working today but they are studying the possibility of going […]

CHILE: SUBTEL Convokes Public Consultation Regarding 5G Telecommunications Limited Services

SUBTEL of Chile publishes consultation, mainly aimed at the intelligent industry. It will grant permits that will allow its dealers to implement technological solutions for their business areas. This consul will be available until October 23rd, 2019. Consultation topics covered: – Frequencies bands – Frequencies bandwidths – What type of academic, industrial, public and another sector […]