Tue, 1 March 2016 00:00 GMT
For ACMA Australia and RCM New Zealand, the RCM scheme covering both Radio/EMC and Safety will be mandatory as of March 1, 2016. All products placed on or selling in the market must be RCM labeled and Approved. Old products that are still stock may be sold with A-tick or C-tick approval until sold out. New delivery or products to stock must be RCM approved. Contact Teleconformity for more information.
Fri, 04 May 2012 07:30 GMT
Australia, ACMA RCM scheme covering both EMC and Safety will be mandatory from March 1, 2013, whereas existing products may be re-applied for until not later than March 1, 2016. Contact Teleconformity for more information.
Wed 11 Apr 2012 09:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA label changes for a new single compliance mark per July 2012 in force. The fact sheets are now available to download, please follow the link to go to the relevant ACMA information.
Tue 06 Mar 2012 09:00 GMT
Australia, label changes per July 2012 in force. Follow the link to the respective ACMA publication.
Mon 26 Dec 2011 12:00 GMT
Australia, New Zealand, the current C-tick and A-tick marks will be replaced by the 1st of July 2012. From that date, all newly certified devices shall bear the RCM mark.
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.
Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:00 GMT
Australia, in the link provided, find an overview of Australia's labelling notice 2001, including the latest consolidated labeling notice 2011-2.
Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:00 GMT
Australia, a new safety standard AS/NZS60950-1:2011 for ITE equipment will be mandatory as of 2011-05-01. (source: Saiglobal). ACMA has not (yet) implemented the new standard for use with Telecom Equipment. The previous EN 60950-1:2003 remains valid until the new cut-off date. Please refer to our news item published on 2011-02-28.
Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:00 GMT
Australia, consultation paper on Telecommunications Act penalties.
Thu, 30 Jun 2011 09:00 GMT
Australia, by IFC 23/2011, ACMA proposes to amend the Telecommunications Labeling per Notice 2001 (IECEE CB Scheme and IMT-2000) with the purpose recognise the CB Scheme, introduce an alternative compliance path for IMT-2000 CE, and clarify the application of notes and compliance levels.
Mon, 30 May 2011 12:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA issued a new mandatory standard for the performance of UHF CB radio equipment, Standard 2011 No.1 and it will come into effect on May 27, 2011.
Fri, 6 May 2011 11:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA amended the Telecommunications Labeling (Customer Equipment and Customer Cabling) Notice 2001. This amendment includes the new revision AS/CA S002-2011 (PSTN CE); AS/CA S2008-2011 (cabling products); AS/NZS 60950.1-2011 that incorporates Amendment 1, 2 and 3 now (Safety CE); AS/CA S042.1-2011 (air I/F requirements for PMTS & satelite service; added definition for IMT-2000; introduction of AS/CA 042.4-2011 (IMT-2000 PMTS CE); new section 4.9A for phase in of AS/CA S042.4-2011; added category A55 for IMT-2000 mobile devices and new note 34 related to section 4.9A; added clarification of 4.9(1) that carrier network permission is required before connecting in case not covered by the categories in schedule 1 other than category A53; and some editorial changes. Also the RF exposure standard 2003 has been amended, which is important for portable transmitter manufacturers and importers! Find the booklet containing requirements for transmitters with integrated antennas here.
Wed, 4 May 2011 11:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA issued two documents, Trends 2020-Future spectrum requirements for mobile broadband and 900 MHz Band - Exploring new opportunities
Tue, 3 May 2011 09:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA annual conference dealing with more efficient use of spectrum on RadComms2011.
Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:10 GMT
Australia, amendments have been made to the Radiocommunication standards for "Electromagnetic Radiation - Human Exposure Standard 2003". The amendment made to No.1 and No.2. is a correction due to a typographical error introduced by Amendment No.1.
Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:10 GMT
Australia, a new guide has been published for standards to be used for Household Electrical Equipment (source: Saiglobal)
Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:00 GMT
Australia, a new safety standard AS/NZS60950-1:2011 for ITE equipment has been issued (source: Saiglobal). To date, ACMA formally has not (yet) implemented the new standard for use with Telecom Equipment.
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).
Sun, 23 Jan 2011 12:00 GMT
Follow the news of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFA), currently consisting out of 16 countries.
Sat, 18 Dec 2010 12:00 GMT
Follow the news of the Pacific Islands Telecommunication Association (PITA).
Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:00 GMT
Article on Auto-motive by Teleconformity (TCMY), containing basic information about the compliancy regulations in the EU, USA and Australia.
Tue, 12 Oct 2010 13:30 GMT
Article on Hearing Aid Compatibility published by Teleconformity (TCMY), containing basic information resources about Hearing Aid Compatibility requirements and testing for FCC, Industry Canada (IC), Europe (R&TTE) and Australia.
Thu, 7 Oct 2010 13:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA amended the Telecommunication labeling (Customer Equipment and Customer Cabling Notice 2001).
Thu, 7 Oct 2010 12:45 GMT
Australia, ACMA parts 1, 2 and 3 of the revised industry technical standard AS/CA S003:2010 come into force. The standard deals with requirements for Customer Access Equipment for connection to a Telecommunication Network. Consequently, the 2005 and 2008 versions will expire on 2011/09/30.
Thu, 7 Oct 2010 12:30 GMT
Australia, ACMA EMC standards list has been updated to include the latest versions of AS/NZS CISPR12, AS/NZS CISPR14.1 and AS/NZS CISPR22.
Fri, 6 Aug 2010 10:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA announces the release of the 3.6GHz band in regional and remote areas of Australia (published 2010/06/15).
Fri, 6 Aug 2010 9:00 GMT
Australia, overview of current ACMA decisions and implementation options for the 400MHz band.
Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA plans for Ultra Wide Band (UWB) and has issued proposals for the introduction of arrangements supporting the use of devices operating in the 3.6-4.8 GHz and 6.0-8.5 GHz bands.
Mon, 19 Apr 2010 08:00 GMT
Australia, ACMA allows electronic labeling as alternative to adhesive or impress labeling, meaning displaying the approval logo with reference number on the equipment screen at startup or entering it via a menu option.