New Zealand announces a pivotal update with the publication of the Radiocommunications Regulations (Radio Standards) Notice 2023 on July 10th, coming into force on July 1st, 2023.
This notice meticulously outlines:
– Classes of products and their corresponding standards.
– Conformity levels applicable to each product class.
– Products exempt from Declaration of Conformity (DoC) requirements.
While spectrum remains unaffected, the impact is significant for Type Approval, particularly concerning standards. Key highlights include the introduction of new standards, such as Tank Level Probing Radar (TLPR) equipment, and the removal of outdated standards, reshaping the regulatory landscape.
Highlighted updates in recognized standards encompass various technologies:
– Wireless Microphones (25 MHz – 3 GHz)
– Broadband Radio Access Networks operating in the 60 GHz band
– 6 GHz WAS/RLAN (5925 – 6245 MHz)
– UHF CB Radio Equipment
– APCO P25 land mobile and Two-Slot Time Division Multiple Access Transceiver Performance Recommendations
– Digital land mobile – ETSI DMR (30 – 1000 MHz)
– UHF Fixed services (Angle Modulation) – studio to transmitter links
These changes impact products such as Wireless Microphones, RAS, 6 GHz RLAN, UHF Radios, and Cordless Telephones. Stay informed and ensure compliance with these updated regulations to navigate the evolving landscape effectively.