KENYA: Public Consultation on IPV6 Migration Strategy
On May 4th, 2021, The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) published a public consultation on its website related to the IPV6 Migration Strategy. Noting the global trend on the Internet with regards to usage of Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), and the current slow rate of adoption of IPv6 addresses in Kenya, the Authority has […]
BRAZIL: ANATEL Extends Validity Period for Certificates
On May 7th , 2021 ANATEL extended the flexibility for certificates that need maintenance and were set to expire until December 31 st, 2021. This rule was motivated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
COSTA RICA: Costa Rica Publishes New Reform Making Modifications to The National Frequency Plan (PNF)
On April 30th, 2021, the document ALCA87_30_04_2021 was published in the Official Gazette of Costa Rica (Gaceta Diario Oficial de Costa Rica), with which some adjustments were made to the National Frequency Plan (PNF). Among some modifications is the improvement of Addendum VII which is related to unlicensed Frequencies as following: The use of the […]
PERU: MTC Publish a Ministerial Resolution Related to Modifications of The National Frequency Plan
On April 30th, 2021 MTC (Ministry of Transport and Communications) published Ministerial Resolution No. 187-2005-MTC/03 and Article 1 and Annex of Ministerial Resolution No. 777-2005-MTC/03 amending several Notes and the Frequency Allocation Table of the National Frequency Allocation Plan – PNAF. These modifications are related with the following bands: 470 – 692 MHz, Bands 21.4 […]
ARGENTINA: ENACOM Update The Testing Standard for Low Power Devices in Argentina (ENACOM-Q2-60.14 V20.1)
On 27 April 2021 ENACOM published Resolution 551/2021 to introduce a new version of the Test Standard for Short Range Devices (SRD). The scope of this resolution is applicable among some other radio equipment to the following: Remote Controls Access controls (including door opening systems) Wireless audio devices, including microphones Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) The […]
MOROCCO: Updated List of Approved Standards in the 2021 Catalog
In February 2021: IMANOR (Standards regulator) updated the list of approved standards in their 2021 catalog. It contains the standards for every kind of product and industry. The main EMC and Safety international standards are in this list, including EN 62368-1, EN 60950 & EN 60065.
INDONESIA: SDPPI Reminds Stakeholders of the Importance of Recertification Process
On Apr 29 th , 2021 SDPPI published a notice of clarification for all industry stakeholders in which the authority stresses the mandatory nature of the recertification process (Renewal) after 3 years of certificate issuance. There are no changes in policy or rules, but rather a reminder of applicability for all telecom equipment traded in […]
SOUTH KOREA: NRRA Issues New Guidelines for KS Standards
The South Korean Radio Research Agency (RRA) has issued a guideline for KS standards for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Test Methods for Conformity Assessment. As initially notified by the authority in February, the KN standards will be replaced with KS standards. After May 7 th, 2021, and as scheduled, EMC test reports shall be stated with […]
UNITED STATES: Proposal of Rule-making to Amend Part 15 and 74 for The Use of Wireless Microphones
On April 22 nd, the FCC released public comments on the proposal for rulemaking to optimize the technical requirements for wireless microphones in terms of bandwidth, spectral efficiency, output power, emission mask among others. The comments are open until May 22 nd and 60 replies will be given 60 days later.
MEXICO: Public Consultation Regarding The Preliminary Draft Agreement, IFT Modifies Conformity Assessment Procedure
On April 21, 2021, the Federal Institute of Telecommunications (IFT) issued a Public Consultation named “Preliminary Draft Agreement by which the Plenary of the Federal Telecommunications Institute modifies the Procedure for the evaluation of conformity in matters of telecommunications and broadcasting” This public consultation has been motivated by several reasons, among them the manifestations of […]