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WiMAX Forum CWG/TWG FtF Vancouver Meeting Update

WiMAX Forum CWG/TWG FtF Vancouver Meeting was held during March 4 to 7. The major topics were including Lab Update, Certification Process, RPT Ad-Hoc, and iIOT PlugFest.

Lab Update. During the meeting, WFDCL, WFDVL, WCB and MIOT RU process were reviewed and requested ballot. The name of Lead Laboratory is now changed to Technology Competency Center. Current certification status of 3.5GHz are 4 certified BSs, and there are another 3 BSs and 3 MSs in testing. Now WCB is requiring full PISC and mandatory PICS waivers for each certification project.

iIOT PlugFest. The iIOT PlugFest is scheduled. The Planned PlugFest dates are April 6 to April 17 for Phase 1 and April 20 to May 1 for Phase 2. Registration will go live on Monday, March 9 for all vendors and will close on March 27 for BS vendors and April 10 for MS vendors.

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Bureau Veritas ADT as a WiMAX Radiated Performance Test ( RPT) Lab and CTIA Authorized Testing Laboratory (CATL) for Over the Air Performance (OTA) testing

Bureau Veritas ADT has been approved as a WiMAX RPT Certification Lab from Dec. 2008 and recently we also become CTIA Authorized Testing Laboratory (CATL) for Over the Air Performance testing effective March 9th, 2009. Being adding to the CTIA Online Certification database, we can be viewed at CTIA’s website.

Over the Air (OTA) is a radiated performance test for radio mobile communications devices to verify their 3D “Radiated RF Transmitter Power” and “Radiated Receiver Sensitivity”. Its main test items include TRP (Total radiated Power) and TIS (Total Isotropic Sensitivity) two categories respectively.

Radiated Performance Test (RPT) includes the transmit and receive performance aspects of WiMAX Subscriber and Mobile Stations in a radiated test configuration.These tests are used to evaluate the radiated performance of devices that utilize WiMAX air interface profile. read more top

Clarification: Bureau Veritas ADT has performed RPT test since Dec. 2008

We are heard these days from one of our clients of a rumor that Bureau Veritas ADT still can not perform WiMAX Forum's RPT test. We hereby clarify that Bureau Veritas ADT has been approved as a WiMAX RPT Certification Lab and performed RPT test since Dec. 2008. Till now, we have performed 3 RPT tests for Russia operator and 6 RPT tests for manufacture's design phase. Moreover, we are fully qualified to perform all aspects of WiMAX testing. This includes PCT, RCT, IOT/MIOT, & RPT. Please contact Bruce Shiau at bruce_shiau@adt.com.tw (Bureau Varitas ADT) or the Laboratory Certification Program Manager in CWG for any special questions. top

Updated Wi-Fi CERTIFIED and Wi-Fi Alliance logos

In order to align the logo with current trends in package design, Wi-Fi Alliance made a few small modifications to the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED and Wi-Fi Alliance logos to give them a more up-to-date appearance. The updated logos preserve all of the positive elements of the previous logo with a slightly fresher, more modern look by adding a three-dimensional appearance. This logo will be especially suitable for use in electronic media and on product screens.

Though Wi-Fi Alliance made modifications to some logos, the usual "flat" versions of logo are still usable. Authorized users can choose any of two options depending on their preference.

All of the logos (flat and dimensional versions), as well as the updated Brand StyleGuide, which outlines the current logo usage requirements, are available for download here: http://www.wi-fi.org/logo_downloads.php. read more top

New Mandatory Amendment for EN 301 893 V1.4.1 - additional requirements for DFS

The Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) mechanism implemented by equipment transmitting in the frequency band 5600-5650 MHz, must also be able to detect meteorological radars employing non-constant pulse interval times. These are often referred to as staggered or interleaved PRFs (Pulse Repetition Frequencies) by which up to 3 different PRF values are used. As of 1 April 2009, the requirement to detect these staggered or interleaved PRFs is extended to the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz. As of the same date, equipment transmitting in the frequency band 5600-5650 MHz must also be able to detect pulse widths down to 0,8 ?s and must perform a 10 min CAC (Channel Availability Check) or equivalent to take account of the fact that meteorological radars may perform receive-only noise calibration scans. official announcement top

A new E-era of NCC's website: NCC second-generation "e-information system" runs

NCC announces the Additional Online Application Functions of "e-information System" and the Online Application Process to authorize certificate holder agree to share its approval label. It will take into effect one day after the announcement (released on March 13th, 2009).

NCC initiated the first-generation "e-information System" and started a convenient service, Online Import Permit Application for Controlled Telecommunications Radio Frequency Devices (CTRFDs), in December, 2006. Due to great results, NCC extends the functions of the system. Since March 14th, 2009, publics and business units can search type approval certification information of CTRFDs or telecommunications terminal equipments (TTEs) and submit applications through the landing page of second-generation e-information system, by clicking "Member Access" located in the right side of NCC's webpage.

Search functions of the second-generation e-information system that are open to the publics include: CTRFD or TTE type approval search, document check between customs import declaration and NCC import permit application (or NCC type approval certification), and telecommunication engineering industry registration permit search. Business units can access the system by their MOEACA and apply the following items:

1. Online submission or uploading of CTRFD operation certificate and import permit application form as well as required documents.
2. Online application to authorize someone else to use certification and compliance labels.
3. Online CTRFD information uploading by the applicants who manufacture or import them.

Additionally, NCC authorizes its RCBs to upload type approval certification information in order to establish and maintain a type approval database in the "e-information system". read more top

Seminar: Wi-Fi Alliance Taiwan Symposium

2009's 1st Wi-Fi Alliance Regional Symposium will be held on March 30 in Taiwan. The Symposium is a great way to connect regional and global perspectives of the Wi-Fi industry. The Wi-Fi Alliance leadership team will present updates on the strategy, marketing, and technical programs. There will be time for questions and answers as well as an opportunity for you to network with other alliance members. Honoredly, Bureau Veritas ADT is invited to participate in Taiwan Symposium. Please refer to the followings for symposium information.

• Date: March 30, 2009
• Venue: The Ambassador Hotel, Hsinchu, Taiwan
• Agenda: coming soon
• Fee: Free
• Event website: http://www.wi-fi.org/events_overview.php?id=218
• Members register: https://www.wi-fi.org/outreach_registration.php
• Guests register: https://www.wi-fi.org/guest_outreach_registration.php

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New Mandatory Amendment for EN 55022:2006 (CISPR 22 5th Edition) - Requirements for Information Technology Equipment

EN 55022:2006 (CISPR 22:2005/A1:2005) goes into effect in the EU on October 1, 2009. Currently the testing range is from 30Mhz to1GHz. Testing from 1GHz to 6GHz is introduced in amendment A1:2007 and goes into effect the following year, October 1, 2010. Thus, measurement of radiated disturbances will be performed in the frequency band 30 MHz-6 GHz

Impact of Changes to EN 55022:2006

CISPR 22 is one of the key EMC [electromagnetic compatibility] standards with the widest applicability, as it specifies requirements for information technology equipment (ITE) including telecommunications apparatus and PCs.

EN 55022:2006 goes into effect in the EU on October 1, 2009 and includes a number of changes, including new telecommunication ISN design requirements and removal of the ferrite tube requirement during radiated emission testing.

Testing from 1 to 6GHz is introduced in amendment A1:2007 to EN55022:2006 and goes into effect the following year, October 1, 2010. This amendment introduces limits on radiated emissions in the frequency range 1GHz up to 6GHz.

Many countries use CISPR 22 as the basis for their country-specific emissions requirements for information technology equipment, further extending the impact of these changes to markets worldwide. Currently, Taiwan (BSMI) and Japan (VCCI) will require radiated emissions testing above 1GHz starting April 1, 2010 using the same CISPR test methods and specification limits. Australia (ACMA) has already adopted CISPR 22 directly with a temporary stay on the limits >1GHz and it is expected that other CISPR-based markets including Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore and South Africa are not far behind in adopting this latest version.

For new and existing products that are shipped into Europe after Sept 30, 2010, compliance to the new requirements found in A1:2007 is mandatory; otherwise customs could prevent entry into the EU. Therefore, any current or future products that you plan to ship to Europe after September 30, 2010 should be tested to the new standard and Declaration of Conformity documents should be updated. top

EU Code of Conduct Requirement on Energy Consumption of Broadband Equipment Version 3.0 (Voluntary)

The EU Code of Conduct sets out the basic principles to be followed by all parties involved in broadband equipment, operating in the European Community, in respect of energy efficient equipment. The regulation is the first efficiency requirement of the Network equipment specified in worldwide. The target is to reduce the energy consumption of broadband communication equipment avoiding the fast technological developments and the service provided.

The customer premises equipment covered by this Code of Conduct (home gateways, home network infrastructure devices and other home network devices) should not exceed following maximum power consumption in the on-state and in the low-power-state. In the off-state, it must meet the requirements of the Code of Conduct for External Power Supplies. Power is measured at the 230V AC input.

The CPE must not exceed the power limits specified as below.

Table 1: Power values for home gateway central functions plus WAN interface

Table 2: Power values for home gateway LAN interfaces and additional functionality

More information please see as link: CoC on Energy Consumption of Broadband Equipment

Bureau Veritas ADT can assist with testing and regulatory compliance for EU COC. Please contact your customer service representative or e-mail: sales@adt.com.tw top