Short Range Devices (SRD) Type Approval:
Short Range Devices (SRD) include radio transmitters that have a localized area of
operation due to their low output power (i.e. generally 100 mW or less). These include radiocommunication equipment such as radio microphones, wireless local area network, remote control
devices, etc.
SRD could be used virtually everywhere and they operate over a wide range of frequencies.
Such devices are permitted to operate on a non-interference and non-protected basis and must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. That
is, they must share frequencies with other authorized radio applications. In addition they must not
cause interference to other radio-communications operating on a primary or secondary basis as
defined in the National Frequency Plan (NFP) of the Kingdom of Bahrain
The following paragraphs describe the spectrum allocations available for particular
applications, the general operating conditions as well as the specific conditions for SRD.
Spectrum Allocations
The Directorate of Wireless Licensing, Frequency & Monitoring (the Directorate) in accordance
with the Telecommunications Law, as issued through Legislative Decree no.48 on October 2002
& the decision made by the Legislation and Legal Opinion Commission (LLOC) ref. 2011/526
dated 27/3/2011, administers the spectrum for short range devices based on ITU-R Radio
Regulations and the NFP, the availability of equipment in the market and any international
standards.
1.
General Requirements
Scope of Specification
This Specification defines the minimum technical requirements for SRD
transmitters and receivers to operate in one of the authorized frequency bands or
frequencies. Transmitters shall not exceed the power levels approved by the Directorate.
SRD are intended for communications in confined areas of buildings as well as for
localized on-site operations.
Short range devices may be fixed, mobile or portable stations that come with a radio
frequency output connector and dedicated antenna or an integral antenna. Applications
include alarms, identification systems, radio-detection, medical implants, vehicle radar
systems, wireless local area networks, remote control, telecommand and telemetry.
Design of Short Range Device
Short range devices shall be designed to meet the following basic objectives:
(a)
(b)
(c)
2.
The device is intended for operating in unprotected and shared frequency bands. Its
operation shall not cause interference to other authorized radio-communication
services, and shall be able to tolerate any interference caused by other radiocommunication services, electrical or electronic equipment.
The device shall not be constructed with any external or readily accessible control
which permits the adjustment of its operation in a manner that is inconsistent with
this Specification.
The device shall be marked with the supplier/manufacturer's name or identification
mark, and the supplier/manufacturer's model or type reference. The markings shall
be legible, indelible and readily visible.
Technical Requirements:
The SRD shall comply with the maximum field strength or radio frequency (RF) output
power and spurious emission levels approved by the Directorate, and shall operate within
its intended frequency band or on specific assigned frequencies. The device shall comply
with the relevant requirements of this Specification on all permitted frequencies on which
it is intended to operate.
3.
Testing for Compliance with Technical Requirements
The SRD shall be tested by the organization seeking type approval/manufacturer or
regional agent/which will complete a declaration of conformity for compliance with the
technical requirements stipulated in the applicable Tables within this Specification. The
method of test shall be documented and shall be conducted in accordance with the
conditions described in one or more of the following references which may be applicable
for the device under test.
4. Application Requirements:
The following details the requirements (and associated information) for the Type Approval of
Short Range Devices which are not intended to be connected directly to a public
telecommunications network.
1- A letter from the applicant enclosing a Declaration of Conformity DoC.
2- Test Reports which confirm that the device meets the required technical as well as
safety compliance and compatibility criteria, from an accredited approval body(s)
and/or test laboratory(s) are required.
3- The cost of license is BD 50/- per model and it's valid for three years from the date of
issue, the renewal fee of the license is the same as the original application fee.
4- The local representative is required to have an attorney, or other qualified legal entity’s
letter in the Arabic or English language authorizing the local representative to act on
the applicant’s behalf concerning type approval and the submission of the type approval
application.
5- Compliance with international standards such as ITU, EU, ETSI and FCC including
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electrical Safety Standards.
6- The issue of a Type Approval [certificate/document] generally takes between 2 and 5
working days.
7- The radiated output power (ERP or ERIP) field strength or power flux density should
not exceed the levels approved by the Directorate.
8- Provision of full technical details of the device, product or system including test reports
confirming its technical and safety compliance with international telecommunication
standards from an accredited approval body(s) and/or test laboratory(s).