AUSTRALIA: ACMA Publish Public Consultation to Propose Amendment for Short Range Device Standards
The ACMA is proposing to amend the Radiocommunications (Short Range Devices) Standard 2014 (SRD Standard). This is to reference the latest industry-standard and allow the use of international test methods. The proposed amendments will: -Update the reference to the Australian/New Zealand Industry Standard ‘AS/NZS 4268:2012 Radio equipment and systems – Short-range devices – Limits, and […]
PERU: MTC Publishes New Project for Allocation of 3.5 GHz and 26 GHz, Plus 6 GHz for Tech Such as 5G and Wi-Fi 6
MTC published on November 3rd, in its web page portal, the Standard Project that would be willing to modify the National Frequency Attribution Plan, in regards to the allocation of 3.5 GHz and 26 GHz frequency bands, and adding the Identification of the 6 GHz frequency band for the development of 5G, Wi-Fi 6 and other […]
EU: Updated Version Published of the Guidance on Article 10 (10) of RED (Directive 2014/53/EU)
The European Commission has published an updated version of the Guidance on Article 10 (10) of RED (Directive 2014/53/EU) where they refer to the transition period in which the UK will be leaving the EU and how until that date (31 December 2020), EU law in its entirety applies to and in the United Kingdom, […]
COVID-19 Worldwide Impact – November 5th, 2020
Given the current state of affairs surrounding COVID-19, governments, regulators and laboratories all around the world have started to implement measures to decrease the probability of infection among their staff. This is a summary of relevant changes that should be taken into consideration. Regulators that are now operating fully: Saudia Arabia (CITC), Vietnam (MIC), Indonesia […]
UAE: TRA Publishes Approved Devices on its Website
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has launched a special page on its website that includes all the approved telecom devices in the UAE, a public database that allows customers to check the approved devices compatible with the technical standards. The page aims to inform customers about the devices that have been approved and tested with […]
CANADA: ISED Releases Update for Interference-Causing Equipment Standard ICES-003, Issue 7
With this update, ISED made the following changes: – Added requirements for devices with wireless power transfer functionality (section 1.3) – Removed requirements that are specified in ICES-Gen and referred to ICES-Gen for all general requirements (section 2.2) – Removed the alternative limits (ICES-003 now has only one set of limits) while continuing to allow […]
ARGENTINA: ENACOM Grants a Third Extension to Expiring Certificates
On October 27th, 2020 ENACOM published Resolution 1223 ENACOM/20 in which they extend the duration of the validity of permits and authorizations, among others. Article 2 of the resolution grants the extension of all homologations whose expiration date is between March 16th and November 17th for a period of 60 days more. In this prorogation, […]
ECUADOR: ARCOTEL Technical Standard for Telecom Services for Emergencies – Using CELL BROADCAST
On October 28th, 2020, ARCOTEL will hold a Public Audience online, at 10 am (GMT -5:00) on ARCOTEL’s Facebook page. This is to present the New Standard proposed, and to listen to the public opinions, suggestions, and complaints from users regarding the new Technical Standard for Telecom Services for Emergencies, using CELL BROADCAST, which will […]
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 […]
MEXICO: IFT Publishes 2021 Annual Program for Frequency Bands and Spectrum Use
On October 21st, the IFT published the 2021 Frequency Bands And The Spectrum Use. The issuance of this 2021 Program is strictly adjusted to the Institute's radio spectrum planning strategy, based on national and international regulations, the current context of the frequency bands in Mexico, the state of standardization, and the available technologies based on […]