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FCC RF Exposure for Wearable Device
Question: Has the FCC issued RF exposure guidance for an on-body device equipped with motion sensors to control its conducted power?...
Desmond Fraser
Jan 24, 20241 min read
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ISED Canada Permissive Changes
Question: How should we proceed with respect to the Canadian certification for our wireless device following changes we’ve made to it?...
Desmond Fraser
Jan 24, 20241 min read
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What are the FCC’s current requirements regarding antenna gain in a Part 15 certification application?
The FCC no longer accepts a “manufacturer’s declaration of gain” without any supporting justification. At a minimum, each Part 15...
Desmond Fraser
Jan 24, 20241 min read
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U.S. – FCC Grants Limited Waiver of WEA Rules
On October 4, 2023 at approximately 2:18 pm EDT, mobile devices throughout the United States and its territories will receive a test...
Desmond Fraser
Jan 9, 20241 min read
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Europe – ECC Opens 4 Public Consultations
On July 7, 2023 the Electronics Communications Committee (ECC) opened the following public consultations, accessible here and available...
Desmond Fraser
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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Canada – ISED Opens Public Consultation on ANSI C63.10-2020 and C63.25.1-2018
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) in Canada opened a public consultation on the adoption of two ANSI...
Desmond Fraser
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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Canada – ISED Publishes RSS-192, Issue 5
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) in Canada published Radio Standards Specification RSS-192, Issue 5,...
Desmond Fraser
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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U.S. – FCC Proposes Voluntary Cybersecurity Labeling Program for Smart Devices
On July 18, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission announced a proposal to create a voluntary cybersecurity labeling program to...
Desmond Fraser
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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EU Standards Update: New ETSI Standards Recently Released
This is a shortened list of the new ETSI standards published during the past month: ETSI EN 303 687 V1.1.1 (2023-06) - (June 2023) - 6...
Desmond Fraser
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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Certifying Limited Modular Devices
Question: We want to FCC certify a new line of wireless modules that cannot be tested in a stand-alone configuration. How should we...
Desmond Fraser
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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New Zealand – Publishes Policy on Radiocommunications Act
On May 17 2023 the Minister for the Digital Economy and Communications of New Zealand issued a Statement of Government Policy for...
Desmond Fraser
Jul 27, 20231 min read
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Kuwait – CITRA to Ban 2G and 3G Telecommunication Devices
On June 11, 2023, the Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) of Kuwait published Resolution No. 297/2023,...
Desmond Fraser
Jul 12, 20231 min read
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Achieving copper balancing and preventing warping during automated soldering on PCBs
When designing PCBs, various ways exist to achieve copper balancing and prevent warping during automated soldering. One common method is...
Desmond Fraser
Jun 14, 20231 min read
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SDR for Canada
Question: Does ISED Canada have specific procedures for obtaining equipment authorization for software-defined radios, similar to the FCC...
Desmond Fraser
Jun 14, 20231 min read
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RSS-247 Issue 3 – DTS FHS and LE-LAN – DRAFT FOR CONSULTATION
The Canadian Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is inviting input on RSS-247, issue 3, which addresses "Digital...
Desmond Fraser
Feb 28, 20231 min read
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Are There Advantages and Disadvantages of Using a Split Plane on a PCB Layout to meet MIL-STD-461G?
There are advantages and disadvantages to splitting a PCB power plane to meet MIL-STD-461G EMC limits. Some of the benefits split into...
Desmond A. Fraser
Feb 8, 20231 min read
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If Layouts on PCBs are not Correctly Performed, What Effects Does it Have on MIL-STD-461 Tests?
When Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are not correctly designed, adverse electromagnetic compatibility EMC issues can occur: Poorly...
Desmond A. Fraser
Feb 2, 20231 min read
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Which Test Method on RTCA DO160 Standard is Equivalent to MIL-STD-461G, CS101?
Section 20 of the RTCA/DO-160G standard is an equivalent test method to MIL-STD-461G, CS101 "Conducted Susceptibility, Power Lines and...
Desmond A. Fraser
Feb 1, 20231 min read
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FCC Waiver Request Process
FCC waiver request process for a Part 15 device is explained in detail. Contact Rhein Tech for your FCC testing questions and requirements.
MultiPoint
Jun 24, 20212 min read
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FCC Releases Draft Order to Protect National Security from Chinese Espionage
On October 29, 2019, the FCC released draft Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking as part of a "permit-but-disclose" ...
Desmond Fraser
Nov 5, 20192 min read
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