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On April 2021 ENACOM has published Resolution 551/2021 to introduce an updated version of the Testing Standard for Low Power Devices (SRD). The main updates are: New Testing Standard for Low Power Devices (SRD): ENACOM-Q2-60.14 V20.1. This standard has already become effective since April 27th, 2021 Replaced former ENACOM-Q2-60.14 V18.1 standard. New Frequency bands […]
Read More >>The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a Request for Information (RFI) soliciting comments on possible revisions to the energy efficiency regulations for battery chargers covered by EPCA, which means any charger that is capable of charging batteries for a consumer product, including chargers that may be embedded as components of other consumer products. The DOE is interested […]
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External power supplies sold in the U.S. must meet updated and expanded U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) Level VI Energy Efficiency requirements by February 10, 2016. While Energy Star it’s still a voluntary process, the DoE level VI energy efficiency regulations it’s a mandatory requirement in the US for external power supplies. Performance Specs The […]
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Effective February 06, 2023, FCC new Equipment Authorization Procedures will be required for any TCB submission process. The new Equipment Authorization Procedures required US agent registration with the FCC. The US agent is responsible for representing the equipment manufacturer or importer in all interactions with the FCC regarding […]
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Radio – Mandatory TDRA Certification scheme: TDRA certification Process – Type approval Authorities submission – Yes Local representative – Required CBS tests required for Emergency & Telecom products Safety – ECAS Certification scheme: EMSA – ECAS Process – Type approval based on CB or Testing Authorities submission – Yes Local representative – […]
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IEC 62368-1 introduction IEC 62368-1 is a safety standard relating to electrical and electronic equipment. in the field of audio, video, information technology and communication. The standard classifies energy sources, establishes protections against them, provides guidelines regarding their application and requirements. This is intended to reduce the likelihood of injury, pain and damage to property […]
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The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is seeking public comments and suggestions for improving the performance of radio frequency (RF) receivers. Following to a Notice of Inquiry issued, the Commission believes that its efforts to improve efficiencies in spectrum management need to expand to include all aspects of wireless systems, including both transmitters and receivers. Although current regulations applicable to […]
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India’s Department of Telecom (DoT) has cancelled its requirement for mandatory testing and certification of smartphones and certain other consumer electronic products. According to recent reports in the Hindustan Times and other media outlets, the DOT’s action is in connection with its Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunications Equipment (MTCTE) regime, which would require manufacturers […]
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CPSO (Consumer Product Safety Office) release new circular (CPSO-310522-05) dated 31, May 2022, updating the changes to the required safety standards for medium risk Controlled Goods, regulated under the Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations (CPSR). The new requirements will have the following effective dates: -From 1st June 2024 – for new registrations of Controlled Goods […]
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The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) issued the Radiocommunications (Low Interference Potential Devices) Class License Variation 2022 (No. 1). This document amends the Radiocommunications (Low Interference Potential Devices) Class License 2015 (the LIPD Class License) and is based on the relevant public suggestions but some issues most probably will be reflected in the future […]
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Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) notifies about new technical regulation requirements on Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment are coming into force from July 2022. These requirements will be mandatory as below: Small household appliances from July 4, 2022 Large household appliances from October 2, 2022 Information and communication technology […]
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