Ensuring Reliable Emergency Call Access

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As the 3G network phase-out looms in Australia, concerns regarding access to emergency services have come to the forefront. The switch-off of the 3G network poses a potential threat to millions of Australians ability to make successful emergency calls. While industry is working diligently to address this issue, ensuring the reliability of emergency calls remains critical. Thorough testing over live carrier networks is essential to identify and rectify potential hazards, as simulated testing may fail to capture critical flaws in equipment design.

Navigating Regulatory Landscapes

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Navigating Regulatory Landscapes: The crucial role of product compliance folders in the Australian and New Zealand markets.
In the dynamic landscape of electrical, radiocommunication and telecommunication equipment, adherence to regulatory standards stands as a cornerstone for both manufacturers and importers. Central to this commitment is the establishment and upkeep of a robust product compliance folder.

Button and coin batteries

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Button and coin batteries” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text] Button and coin batteries The Australian Government has introduced four mandatory standards to reduce the risk of death and injury associated with the use of button and coin batteries. The standards apply to both button cell and coin cell batteries, and to the products that include them. Button/coin…

What is the RCM and why can’t you use a CE mark in Australian or NZ markets?

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”What is the RCM and why can’t you use a CE mark in Australian or NZ markets?” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text] Most manufacturers understand the use of the CE mark signifies the product meets all the applicable European Directives. Australia and New Zealand are not part of the EU and therefore cannot legislate the use of…

Changes to requirements for telecommunications products

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Changes to requirements for telecommunications products” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text] We’re here to update you on standard AS/CA S008:2020, which has just been announced by the Communications Alliance. While the regulatory standard remains the same  — Telecommunications Technical Standard (Requirements for customer cabling products – AS/CA S008), the 2020 version brings updated requirements. Here’s what you…

Changes to be made to RCM requirements

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Changes to be made to RCM requirements” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text] An amendment has been made to AS/NZS 4417.2 “Regulatory compliance mark for electrical and electronic equipment, Part 2: Specific requirements for particular regulatory applications”. This amendment affects the risk classification and certification requirements for some devices listed below, with several increasing from level 2 to…

I’ve tested for another international market. What else do I need to do?

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”I’ve tested for another international market. What else do I need to do?” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_single_image image=”248″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] Today we answer a frequently asked question from our clients: what else do you need to do to comply with Australian requirements? Do you have to re-test your product? How can you save costs and time…

GSM testing: outdated?

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”GSM testing: outdated?” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text] With carriers making the switch to 4G and 5G available, do you still need to test for GSM with telecommunications products? General Manager Robert Norris explains. [/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8I9Pppy6YqU&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fcomtestgroup.com.au%2F&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&feature=emb_title” align=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Do I still need a certification body statement? How certification is changing

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Do I still need a certification body statement? How certification is changing” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text] The answer is different to what you think. In some situations, you may not need to have a separate certification statement. There are two standards you must comply with when distributing a telecommunications product in Australia: AS/CA S042.1 (high risk)…