Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:25 GMT
South Korea, as of 2011-02-24, emission testing above 1GHz becomes mandatory for all equipment, whereas RJ11 or RJ45 equipment with a working frequency above 108MHz shall be tested up to 6GHz. For more information, contact Teleconformity.
Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:00 GMT
South Korea, pre-announcement that MKE (EK-mark) will become the only party providing Safety approvals for ITE/RF devices. KCC (RRA-MIC) will integrate EMC into in their RF approval system and MKE-KATS will not provide EMC approvals anymore.
Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:00 GMT
South Korea, as of 2013-01-01, KCC (RRA-MIC) SAR requirements will change, and not only be required for Mobile phones anymore, but follow to a large extend the FCC SAR requirements, meaning that other RF devices (WLAN, WiMAX, etc) shall be applied for SAR measurements.
Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:00 GMT
In general, we strongly advise you to check if any Energy Efficiency regulation exists in the markets you sell your equipment. Energy regulations are constantly on the move and updated. Many countries adopt requirements in Europe, California, South Korea, Australia, which all set similar limits. The list of equipment requiring such labeling (and possibly testing as well) is growing fast. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. Especially power adapters, equipment with integrated power conversion, ITE and household equipment are frequently listed.
Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:00 GMT
The Europe - South Korean Free Trade Agreement formally entered into force on July 1, 2011. Test EMC/EMI/RF results created in Europe may be accepted by KKC under certain conditions. Contact Teleconformity for more information. Follow the link to read the first effects of this FTA after one month.
Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00 GMT
South Korea, the eK mark for electrical safety, to be applied to equipment certified by KATS, will be change to use the new KC mark. For more information safety certification for South Korea, please contact us.
Thu, 07 Jul 2011 07:00 GMT
South Korea, as of 2011-07-01, EMI "RS" testing according standard KN301-489 has to be performed up to 2.7GHz (was before up to 1GHz), in line with the European EN301489 standard for Radio devices. EMC "RE" testing above 1 GHz will also be implemented as of 2012-01-01.
Mon, 27 Jun 2011 07:00 GMT
South Korea, within the new RRA certification scheme for RF, Telecom and ITE devices, market surveillance has become formal and will be executed more frequently compared to the past. The test reports will be checked and a sample will be requested for re-testing in the RRA lab.
Mon, 27 Jun 2011 06:30 GMT
South Korea, as of 2011-07-01, additional EMC tests will be required for wireless devices, based on European standards. For more information, please contact Teleconformity.
Mon, 27 Jun 2011 06:00 GMT
South Korea, as of 2011-06-01, computer servers will have to comply with the e-Standby energy requirements. The power consumption in standby mode for Single processor equipment (general use) shall not exceed 55W. Requirements for other equipment and more details can be found at the e-Standby website section.
Fri, 27 May 2011 12:00 GMT
Presentations from South Korean representatives at the spring TCB Council workshop:
(1) Korea and MRA
(2) KCC Certification
(3) KCLAP Introduction
(4) Technical Standards
Wed, 18 May 2011 10:00 GMT
South Korea, as of the 12th of May, the Korean Communication Commission (KCC) allows LTE applications based on test standards previously ratified. For more information, contact Teleconformity.
Sat, 14 May 2011 14:00 GMT
BRIC Countries are considered to be the emerging economies, but the world is changing and the concept appears dynamic and gets follow ups. South Africa also is mentioned with the enlarged abbreviation BRICS, however China might go solo and suddenly we have BRI, if not South Korea and Turkey are also fast growing economies so may becomes BRIKT. Recently, MIST is also being coined, which are Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea and Turkey. Just keep following the developments here (source: Guardian)
Mon, 9 May 2011 09:00 GMT
Researchers at the Institute of Nanotechnology at Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul, South Korea have developed a new technique for turning sound into electricity, allowing a mobile phone to be powered up while its user holds a conversation. The technology would also be able to harness background noise and even music to charge a phone while it is not in use.
Mon, 2 May 2011 12:00 GMT
South Korea, the conformity assessment label shall show the KC logo and identification code. The package and user manual must contain company name, model name, manufacturing information (name and country of the manufacturer, production year and month).
Thu, 24 Feb 2011 09:00 GMT
The TCB Council organizes a Workshop to be held from April 5-7 in Baltimore. Topics include FCC Updates and Roundtable discussions, Industry Canada Updates, Korea Approvals Update, Japan MRA Updates and 60GHz Technology.
Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:00 GMT
South Korea, as of January 24, the currently used KCC mark is replaced by the new KCC mark, see picture. For more information, contact Teleconformity.
Thu, 03 Feb 2011 09:00 GMT
China, 43rd meeting of the APEC Telecommunication and Information Working group in Hangzhou China from March 27 ~ April 1 (2011).
Sat, 27 Nov 2010 15:00 GMT
ANSI has launched a Standards Portal website to find standards of important export markets of the US. Find China, India or South Korea standards and their respective organizations easily.
Fri, 26 Nov 2010 12:00 GMT
As of January 1, 2011, South Korea KCC will require to apply the KC logo. Previously certified products may use either ones. For more information, contact Teleconformity.
Thu, 10 Nov 2010 12:00 GMT
India takes the first call on 5G (source: India Times).
South Korea to get the first 5G network (source: Gadget Venue). Interesting stories about Asia taking the lead in the next generation cellular networks?
Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:00 GMT
The TCB Council organizes a Workshop to be held from October 19-21 in Baltimore. Topics include FCC Updates and Roundtable discussions, Asia Approvals, IEEE 802.11ad, Situational Ethics panel discussion, Embedded Wireless Devices Panel, Industry Canada Updates, Korea Approvals Update, Japan MRA Updates and How to Conduct Second Party Audits.
Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:00 GMT
South Korea, as of July this year, the scope of the mandatory South Korean e-standby (engery) program, currently affecting Computers and Printers, will be extended with Facimiles, Copiers, Scanners, Video tape recorders, Audio, DVD players, Radio cassettes, Door phones, Wired and wireless telephones, Bidets, Modems and Home gateways. Besides the e-standby program, there is also a MEPS and High-efficiency appliances program.
Fri, 1 Jan 2010 11:00 GMT
South Korea, MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standard) approval for power adapters and chargers becomes mandatory per 2010/1/1. Each importing party must apply for MEPS- KC marking before importing. Please contact Teleconformity for more details.
Mon, 1 Jan 2010 10:00 GMT
South Korea, a new customs entry procedure comes into force per 2010/1/1 allowing only KCC (former EK mark) certified equipment to be imported. Please contact Teleconformity for more details.