CHILE: SEC Public Consultation Exempts Resolution for System of Certification Procedures
On Monday, July 24, 2017, SEC (Superintendencia de Electricidad y Combustibles) of Chile released a public consultation exempting a resolution in order to fix the scope on the procedure for the the application Certification System version 2. “Type test and evaluation of the quality control of the factory and its acceptance, which takes into account […]
QATAR: CRA Modifies Class License for Short Range Devices
On July 16, 2017 the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) of Qatar released a notification of amendment to class license for short range devices (SRDs). 1. May 30, 2010: CRA published a Class License for operation of SRDs. 2. September 21, 2014, CRA improves existing Class License including a revised Annexure version 2 to provide a […]
MEXICO: IFT Publish Draft for Mobile Terminal Equipment Utilizing Radio Spectrum or Telecommunication Networks
On July 13, 2017 the IFT of Mexico published a technical provisional draft, IFT-011-2017, with a plan to establish the technical specifications of Mobile Terminal Equipment (MTE) that utilizes radio electric spectrum that operating in the 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz, and 2500 MHz bands or is connected to a telecommunications network. […]
UNITED KINGDOM: Ofcom Makes 5.8 GHz Band Available for Wi-Fi
On July 13, 2017, after holding a public consultation, the Office of Communication (Ofcom) made the final decision to make the 5.8 GHz band available for Wi-Fi use. This decision was due to a majority of Wi-Fi routers in the UK operate in the 2.4 GHz band, which became congested; impacting broadband performance. Equipment will […]
SINGAPORE: Technical Specifications for Cellular Mobile Terminal Receives Update
On July 1, 2017, the statutory board of the Singapore governemnt, Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) published a technical specification document regarding cellular mobile terminal updates. During this new update, the IMDDA TS CMT Issue 1 replaced the IMDA TS CMT Issue 1 Rev 1. The following changes include: 1. Support for LTE-Advanced TDD RIT […]
BRAZIL: ANATEL Updates Technical Requirement List for Mobile Chargers
On January 10, 2017, ANATEL of Brazil released Act no. 493 updating the technical requirement for mobile phone chargers. Main updates to consider: 1. There were changes regarding the testing procedure for mobile phone charger, according to Act 683. 2. The certification of vehicular charger becomes compulsory after 180 days from the date of publication […]
COLOMBIA: CRC Extends Deadline for Equipment Operating in the AWS and 2500 MHz Bands
On July 11, 2017, the CRC of Colombia released resolution 5162 of 2017, which modifies the entry into force from its previous resolution, 5050 of 2016. The previous resolution highlighted technical standards for the approval of mobile terminal equipment operating in the AWS (1700/2100 MHz) and 2500 MHz bands. The resolution contains general conditions for […]
ARGENTINA: ENACOM Introduces Hertz, a New Application System for RF Approvals
On June 29, 2017, ENACOM released a statement announcing Hertz, a new application system in Argentina. The new web application will be used to process RF approvals. According to ANACOM, “all applications will be handled online via web and ENACOM will no longer receive hardcopy applications.” Although applications will now be online, required documentation and […]
ARGENTINA: ENACOM Allocates Frequency Bands for Low Power Devices in New Resolution
On June 16, 2017, Ente Nacional de Comunicaciones (ENACOM) of Argentina announced a new resolution for low power devices. Resolution 5186-E/2017 establishes two key points: 1. New frequency bands and limits allocated to low power devices 2. Important new UWB Bands: – 3.1 – 10.6 GHz for hand-held UWB systems – 22 – 26.65 GHz […]
AUSTRALIA: ACMA Addresses Future Plan in Consultation Package for 5G in Australia
On June 23, 2017, ACMA published a consultation package regarding the future use of the 3.6 GHz band for 5G mobile broadband and the next steps ACMA is considering. This package was followed by the October 2016 discussion paper, Future use of the 1.5 GHz and 3.6 GHz bands, which was open to comments. The […]