SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007

• Abstract:

  The present document specifies the requirements for Ultra Wide Band Location Tracking equipment operating in all or part of the frequency range from 6 GHz to 9 GHz. It covers ultra-wideband location tracking tags which are attached to people or objects and are tracked using a fixed infrastructure. Equipment covered by the present document is fitted with an integral or dedicated antenna. Equipment covered by the present document shall not be used aboard an aircraft, aboard a ship, or at a fixed outdoor location. The present document applies for indoor applications only The present document is intended to cover the provisions of Article 3.2 of Directive 1999/5/EC [1] (R&TTE Directive), which states that "... radio equipment shall be so constructed that it effectively uses the spectrum allocated to terrestrial/space radio communications and orbital resources so as to avoid harmful interference".

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 28-Feb-2007
• ICS: 33.060.20 - Receiving and transmitting equipment
• ICS: 33.100.01 - Electromagnetic compatibility in general
• Technical Committee: MOC - Mobile Communications
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Mar-2007
• Due Date: 01-Mar-2007
• Completion Date: 01-Mar-2007
• Directive: 1999/5/EC - Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity
• Mandate: M/329
• Ref Project: ETSI EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1 (2007-02) - Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra WideBand (UWB) technology; Location Tracking equipment operating in the frequency range from 6 GHz to 8,5 GHz; Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive

• Official Journal Project Relation: SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.2.1:2008 - Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM) - Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra WideBand (UWB) technology - Location Tracking equipment operating in the frequency range from 6 GHz to 8,5 GHz - Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive
• Effective Date: 06-Jan-2010

Overview

SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007 is a harmonized European standard developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) and ETSI. Focused on electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters, this standard addresses Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra WideBand (UWB) technology for location tracking equipment operating in the frequency range from 6 GHz to 8.5 GHz. The document fulfills the essential requirements outlined in Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC, ensuring that radio equipment efficiently uses allocated spectrum and avoids harmful interference.

This standard is specifically intended for indoor applications involving location tracking tags attached to people or objects, tracked via a fixed infrastructure. It does not apply to equipment used aboard aircraft, ships, or at permanent outdoor locations.

Key Topics

• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): Requirements to prevent electromagnetic interference between UWB location tracking equipment and other radio systems.
• Radio Spectrum Use: Efficient spectrum allocation and protection against harmful interference, as mandated by Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
• Short Range Device (SRD) Compliance: Technical requirements for SRDs incorporating UWB technology within the designated 6 GHz to 8.5 GHz band.
• Indoor Location Tracking: Focused on systems providing precise, safe indoor localization through UWB tags.
• Testing and Conformance: Defined procedures for verifying compliance of transmitters and receivers, including power spectral density and spurious emission limits.
• Design Considerations: Ensuring that devices use integral or dedicated antennas and operate reliably within declared environmental boundaries.

Applications

SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007 is highly relevant for industries and sectors utilizing UWB-based indoor location tracking solutions, such as:

• Asset Tracking: Managing valuable assets and inventory within warehouses, factories, or hospitals.
• Personnel Tracking: Ensuring safety and efficiency by monitoring the location of staff in workplaces, healthcare facilities, or secure sites.
• Smart Buildings: Supporting automation and security through reliable people and object localization.
• Retail and Logistics: Enhancing operations via real-time product and staff location monitoring.
• Research and Development: Enabling innovation in UWB technology and testing prototypes for conformity to European requirements.

By adhering to this standard, manufacturers and system integrators can ensure their UWB location systems are compliant with European regulations, reducing the risk of interference and facilitating market access across EU member states.

Related Standards

For comprehensive compliance and system development, the following related standards and directives should be considered:

• EN 302 500-1: Technical characteristics and test methods for UWB location tracking devices.
• Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive): Main regulatory framework for radio and telecommunications terminal equipment in the EU.
• ECC/DEC/(06)04: Harmonised conditions for UWB devices in bands below 10.6 GHz.
• ETSI TR 102 495-3: Technical characteristics for SRD equipment using UWB sensor technology for location tracking.
• Directive 98/34/EC: Procedure standards for technical regulations in the EU.

SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007 plays a crucial role in the standardization of reliable, interference-free, and regulatory-compliant UWB location tracking systems, facilitating safe adoption of innovative technologies in indoor environments throughout Europe.

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.577(Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM) - Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra WideBand (UWB) technology - Location Tracking equipment operating in the frequency range from 6 GHz to 8,5 GHz - Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive33.100.01Elektromagnetna združljivost na splošnoElectromagnetic compatibility in general33.060.20Sprejemna in oddajna opremaReceiving and transmitting equipmentICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 302 500-2 Version 1.1.1SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007en01-marec-2007SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007SLOVENSKI
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Contents Intellectual Property Rights.4 Foreword.4 1 Scope.5 2 References.5 3 Definitions, symbols and abbreviations.5 3.1 Definitions.5 3.2 Symbols.5 3.3 Abbreviations.6 4 Technical requirements specifications.6 4.1 Environmental profile.6 4.2 Conformance requirements.6 4.2.1 Transmitter requirements.6 4.2.1.1 Maximum mean equivalent isotropically radiated power spectral density.6 4.2.1.2 Frequency of highest maximum mean e.i.r.p. spectral density.6 4.2.1.3 Maximum peak equivalent isotropically radiated power spectral density.6 4.2.1.4 Minimum Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF).6 4.2.2 Receiver requirements.6 4.2.2.1 Maximum receiver spurious radiations.6 4.3 Design requirements.6 5 Testing for compliance with technical requirements.7 5.1 Environmental conditions for testing.7 5.2 Essential radio test suites.7 5.2.1 Transmitter test suites.7 5.2.1.1 Maximum mean e.i.r.p. spectral density.7 5.2.1.2 Frequency of highest maximum mean e.i.r.p. spectral density.7 5.2.1.3 Maximum peak e.i.r.p. spectral density.7 5.2.2 Receiver test suites.7 5.2.2.1 Receiver spurious radiations.7 5.3 Interpretation of measurement results.7 Annex A (normative): HS Requirements and conformance Test specifications Table (HS-RTT).8 Annex B (informative): The EN title in the official languages.10 Annex C (informative): Bibliography.12 History.13
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Intellectual Property Rights IPRs essential or potentially essential to the present document may have been declared to ETSI. The information pertaining to these essential IPRs, if any, is publicly available for ETSI members and non-members, and can be found in ETSI SR 000 314: "Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs); Essential, or potentially Essential, IPRs notified to ETSI in respect of ETSI standards", which is available from the ETSI Secretariat. Latest updates are available on the ETSI Web server (http://webapp.etsi.org/IPR/home.asp). Pursuant to the ETSI IPR Policy, no investigation, including IPR searches, has been carried out by ETSI. No guarantee can be given as to the existence of other IPRs not referenced in ETSI SR 000 314 (or the updates on the ETSI Web server) which are, or may be, or may become, essential to the present document. Foreword This Harmonized European Standard (Telecommunications series) has been produced by ETSI Technical Committee Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM). The present document is part 2 of a multi-part deliverable covering Short Range Devices (SRD) using
Ultra WideBand (UWB) technology; Location Tracking equipment operating in the frequency range from
6 GHz to 8,5 GHz, as identified below: Part 1: "Technical characteristics and test methods"; Part 2: "Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive". The present document has been produced by ETSI in response to a mandate from the European Commission issued under Council Directive 98/34/EC [3] (as amended) laying down a procedure for the provision of information in the field of technical standards and regulations. The present document is intended to become a Harmonized Standard, the reference of which will be published in the Official Journal of the European Communities referencing the Directive 1999/5/EC [1] of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity ("the R&TTE Directive").
National transposition dates Date of adoption of this EN: 26 January 2007 Date of latest announcement of this EN (doa): 30 April 2007 Date of latest publication of new National Standard or endorsement of this EN (dop/e):
31 October 2007 Date of withdrawal of any conflicting National Standard (dow): 31 October 2008
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1 Scope The present document specifies the requirements for ultra-wideband Location Tracking equipment operating in all or part of the frequency range from 6 GHz to 8,5 GHz. It covers ultra-wideband location tracking tags which are attached to people or objects and are tracked using a fixed infrastructure. Equipment covered by the present document is fitted with an integral or dedicated antenna.
The present document applies for indoor applications only. The present document is intended to cover the provisions of Article 3.2 of Directive 1999/5/EC [1] (R&TTE Directive), which states that ". radio equipment shall be so constructed that it effectively uses the spectrum allocated to terrestrial/space radio communications and orbital resources so as to avoid harmful interference". 2 References The following documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text, constitute provisions of the present document. • References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or non-specific. • For a specific reference, subsequent revisions do not apply. • For a non-specific reference, the latest version applies. Referenced documents which are not found to be publicly available in the expected location might be found at http://docbox.etsi.org/Reference.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication ETSI cannot guarantee their long term validity. [1] Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE Directive). [2] ETSI EN 302 500-1 (V1.1.1): "Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra-WideBand technology, Location Tracking equipment operating in the frequency range from 6 GHz to 8,5 GHz; Part 1: Technical characteristics and test methods". [3] Directive 98/34/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 June 1998 laying down a procedure for the provision of information in the field of technical standards and regulations. 3 Definitions, symbols and abbreviations 3.1 Definitions For the purposes of the present document, the terms and definitions given in the R&TTE Directive [1] and
EN 302 500-1 [2] apply. 3.2 Symbols For the purposes of the present document, the symbols given in EN 302 500-1 [2] apply. SIST EN 302 500-2 V1.1.1:2007

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3.3 Abbreviations For the purposes of the present document, the abbreviations given in EN 302 500-1 [2] apply. 4 Technical requirements specifications 4.1 Environmental profile The technical requirements of the present document apply under the environmental profile for operation of the equipment, which shall be declared by the provider. The equipment shall comply with all the technical requirements of the present document at all times when operating within the boundary limits of the declared operational environmental profile. 4.2 Conformance requirements 4.2.1 Transmitter
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