SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998
(Amendment)Radio Equipment and Systems (RES); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for European Radio Message System (ERMES) paging receivers
General Information
- Abstract
Covers the EMC requirements for ERMES paging receivers & ancillary equipment. This is intended to become a harmonised standard, the reference of which is intended to be published in the Official Journal of the European Communities referencing the EMC Directive. This amendment implements the changes necessary to convert ETS 300 340 into a harmonised standard.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Sep-1998
- Technical Committee
- RES - Radio equipment and systems
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Oct-1998
- Due Date
- 01-Oct-1998
- Completion Date
- 01-Oct-1998
- Mandate
- T-353
Overview
SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998 defines the ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) requirements for European Radio Message System (ERMES) paging receivers and their ancillary equipment. Developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) and adopted by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this standard is crucial for ensuring paging equipment meets harmonized EMC standards across Europe. The amendment (A1:1998) adapts the original standard to comply with the European EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), facilitating harmonized market access and regulatory compliance.
This standard supports manufacturers, integrators, and regulatory authorities by outlining technical specifications aimed at minimizing electromagnetic disturbances and ensuring appropriate immunity to environmental electromagnetic conditions.
Key Topics
- EMC Requirements: Establishes limits and test procedures for radiated and conducted electromagnetic disturbances affecting ERMES paging receivers.
- Scope of Equipment: Applies to ERMES paging receivers and related ancillary equipment, covering both emissions and immunity aspects.
- Harmonized Standard: Designed as a harmonized standard under the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, supporting legal market placement within the European Union.
- Normative References: Uses established generic standards such as EN 50081-1 and EN 50082-1 as its base, referencing them for relevant testing procedures.
- Directive Compliance: Identifies specific clauses related to EMC Directive compliance, including enclosure disturbances, power port immunity, and susceptibility to common electromagnetic phenomena.
- Ancillary Equipment: Addresses EMC considerations for additional equipment connected to ERMES receivers, ensuring comprehensive compatibility protocols.
Applications
SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998 is vital for organizations involved in the development, testing, and deployment of ERMES paging technology across Europe. Practical applications include:
- Product Development and Testing: Manufacturers of ERMES paging receivers use this standard to design and test equipment for EMC compliance, enabling smooth market entry within the European Economic Area.
- Certification and Market Access: Compliance with this harmonized standard is crucial for certification processes and legal placement of paging devices on the EU market, aligning with the EU EMC Directive requirements.
- System Integration: Integrators and service providers refer to the standard to ensure that interconnected ancillary devices, such as power supplies or external enclosures, meet EMC criteria.
- Regulatory Verification: Regulatory bodies rely on this standard during equipment approvals and audits, ensuring standardized EMC performance and reducing risks of harmful interference.
- Quality Assurance: Manufacturers incorporate the standard’s requirements into quality assurance processes, ensuring robust and reliable operation of paging receivers in a wide range of electromagnetic environments.
Related Standards
Professionals working with ERMES paging technology or EMC conformity may also refer to the following related standards:
- EN 50081-1: EMC - Generic emission standard for residential, commercial, and light-industrial environments
- EN 50082-1: EMC - Generic immunity standard for residential, commercial, and light-industrial environments
- Council Directive 89/336/EEC: European Directive relating to electromagnetic compatibility for equipment
- ETS 300 340: Original version of the EMC standard for ERMES paging receivers
- Other EMC and Radio Equipment Standards: As developed by ETSI and referenced in normative annexes
For organizations in the European communications sector, adherence to SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998 ensures legal compliance, reliable performance, and smooth integration within modern paging and wireless message systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Radio Equipment and Systems (RES); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for European Radio Message System (ERMES) paging receivers". This standard covers: Covers the EMC requirements for ERMES paging receivers & ancillary equipment. This is intended to become a harmonised standard, the reference of which is intended to be published in the Official Journal of the European Communities referencing the EMC Directive. This amendment implements the changes necessary to convert ETS 300 340 into a harmonised standard.
Covers the EMC requirements for ERMES paging receivers & ancillary equipment. This is intended to become a harmonised standard, the reference of which is intended to be published in the Official Journal of the European Communities referencing the EMC Directive. This amendment implements the changes necessary to convert ETS 300 340 into a harmonised standard.
SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.070.20 - Paging systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST ETS 300 340:1998/A1:1998 is associated with the following European legislation: Standardization Mandates: T-353. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-1998
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Radio Equipment and Systems (RES); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for
European Radio Message System (ERMES) paging receivers
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ETS 300 340/A1 Edition 1
ICS:
33.070.20 Sistem za osebni klic Paging systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
ETS 300 340
AMENDMENT A1
March 1997
Source: ETSI TC-RES Reference: RE/RES-09032
ICS: 33.020
Key words: EMC, ERMES, radio, paging, testing
This amendment A1 modifies
the European Telecommunication Standard ETS 300 340 (1994)
Radio Equipment and Systems (RES);
ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for
European Radio Message System (ERMES) paging receivers
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ETS 300 340: November 1994/A1: March 1997
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ETS 300 340: November 1994/A1: March 1997
Foreword
This amendment to ETS 300 340 (1996) has been produced by the Radio Equipment and Systems (RES)
Technical Committee of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
ETS 300 340, as amended by this amendment, is intended to become a Harmonized EMC Standard, the
reference of which is intended to be
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