SIST ETS 300 296:1998/A1:1998
(Amendment)Radio Equipment and Systems (RES); Land mobile service; Technical characteristics and test conditions for radio equipment using integral antennas intended primarily for analogue speech
General Information
- Abstract
This together with ETS 300 279 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 300 296 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 300 296:1998/A1:1998 is a Slovenian national standard that amends ETS 300 296, originally developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI). This standard specifies the technical characteristics and test conditions for land mobile radio equipment using integral antennas, primarily intended for analogue speech communication. The standard is a key component in harmonizing regulatory requirements for mobile radio equipment across Europe, facilitating compliance with the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
This amendment aligns ETS 300 296 with European regulatory frameworks, ensuring it meets the criteria for publication as a harmonised standard in the Official Journal of the European Communities. The standard supports the free movement and market access of land mobile radio equipment in the European Economic Area.
Key Topics
- Land Mobile Service: Focuses on radio equipment used in land-based mobile communication, utilizing integral antennas designed primarily for analogue voice transmission.
- Technical Characteristics: Outlines specifications and parameters, such as spurious emissions, adjacent channel power, effective radiated power, and frequency deviation, for compliant radio equipment.
- Test Conditions: Describes the standard test conditions required to verify conformity, including measurements of spurious response rejection and blocking/desensitisation.
- Channel Spacing Options: Caters to various channel separation requirements (12.5 kHz, 20 kHz, and 25 kHz), reflecting national preferences for frequency management.
- Compliance with EMC Directive: Ensures radio equipment meets essential electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements for placing products on the market in the EU.
- National Approval Regulations: Facilitates the adoption of unified approval processes for radio equipment, supporting spectrum management and regulatory harmonization among CEPT member states.
Applications
Radio equipment compliant with SIST ETS 300 296:1998/A1:1998 is widely applicable in multiple sectors that rely on analogue land mobile communications, including:
- Public Safety Communications: Police, fire, and emergency medical services use compliant analogue equipment for reliable voice communication in critical environments.
- Transportation and Logistics: Enhances fleet management and coordination through effective mobile voice communication.
- Utilities and Public Works: Utility companies leverage mobile radio equipment for dispatch and maintenance operations.
- Private Mobile Radio Networks: Supports businesses and industries requiring dedicated voice communication systems for on-site or regional operations.
- Cross-Border and Multi-National Operations: Harmonized standardization enables seamless use and marketability of land mobile radio equipment throughout participating European countries, reducing administrative and technical barriers.
Related Standards
- ETS 300 279: Complements ETS 300 296 in forming a harmonised set of requirements for radio equipment in the land mobile service.
- EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: Establishes overarching European requirements for electromagnetic compatibility, ensuring safe and reliable operation of radio equipment.
- CEPT Recommendation T/R 24-01 and T/R 25-08: Provide guidance on preferred frequency bands and coordination for mobile radio systems across Europe.
- Council Directive 2014/30/EU (new EMC Directive): Replaces the earlier 89/336/EEC, applying continued relevance for updates and future product compliance.
SIST ETS 300 296:1998/A1:1998 is essential for manufacturers, importers, and regulatory bodies involved in the design, approval, and deployment of land mobile radio equipment using integral antennas for analogue speech. Adhering to this harmonised standard ensures both technical excellence and streamlined access to the broader European market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST ETS 300 296:1998/A1:1998 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Radio Equipment and Systems (RES); Land mobile service; Technical characteristics and test conditions for radio equipment using integral antennas intended primarily for analogue speech". This standard covers: This together with ETS 300 279 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 300 296 into a harmonised standard.
This together with ETS 300 279 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 300 296 into a harmonised standard.
SIST ETS 300 296:1998/A1:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.060.99 - Other equipment for radiocommunications; 33.070.01 - Mobile services in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST ETS 300 296:1998/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); Land mobile service; Technical characteristics
and test conditions for radio equipment using integral antennas intended primarily for
analogue speech
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ETS 300 296/A1 Edition 1
ICS:
33.060.99 Druga oprema za radijske Other equipment for
komunikacije radiocommunications
33.070.01 Mobilni servisi na splošno Mobile services in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
ETS 300 296
AMENDMENT A1
March 1997
Source: ETSI TC-RES Reference: RE/RES-02027
ICS: 33.020
Key words: Land mobile radio, analogue speech, integral antenna, testing
This amendment A1 modifies
the European Telecommunication Standard ETS 300 296 (1994)
Radio Equipment and Systems (RES);
Land mobile service;
Technical characteristics and test conditions for
radio equipment using integral antennas
intended primarily for analogue speech
ETSI
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Copyright Notification: No part may be reproduced except as authorized by written permission. The copyright and the
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© European Telecommunications Standards Institute 1997. All rights reserved.
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ETS 300 296: December 1994/A1: March 1997
Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation and publication of this document, errors in content,
typographical or otherwise, may occur. If you have comments concerning its accuracy, please write to
"ETSI Editing and Committee Support Dept." at the address shown on the title page.
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ETS 300 296: December 1994/A1: March 1997
Foreword
This amendment to ETS 300 296 (1994) has been produced by the Radio Equipment and Systems (RES)
Technical Committee of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
ETS 300 296, as amended by this amendment, together with ETS 300 279 is intended to become a
Harmonized Standard, the reference of which is intended to be published in the Official Journal of the
European Communities, referencing Council Directive 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive).
Annex F contains the ERC Decision which references the technical specifications in this ETS for inclusion
in national type approval regulations.
Transposition dates
Date of adoption 21 February 1997
Date of latest announcement of this ETS (doa): 30 June 1997
Date of latest publication of new National Standard
or endorsement of this ETS (dop/e): 31 December 1997
Date of withdrawal of any conflicting National Standard (dow): 31 December 1997
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ETS 300 296: December 1994/A1: March 1997
Amendments
Page 7, Foreword
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
This European Telecommunication Standard (ETS) has been prepared by the Radio Equipment and
Systems (RES) Technical Committee of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
This ETS, together with ETS 300 279 is intended to become a Harmonized Standard the reference of
which is intended to be published in the Official Journal of the European Communities, referencing
Council Directive 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive).
Insert the following after the last paragraph:
The technical specifications which are relevant to the EMC Directive are listed in annex E.
Annex F contains the ERC Decision which references the technical specifications in this ETS for inclusion
in national type approval regulations.
Page 74
Insert the following before History
Annex E (normative): ETS 300 296 Radio Equipment and Systems (RES) Land
Mobile Service Technical Characteristics and test
conditions for radio equipment using integral antennas
intended primarily for analogue speech
Table E.1: Clauses and/or subclauses of this ETS relevant for compliance with essential
requirements of the EC Council Directives
Clause/subclause number and title Corresponding article of Qualifying
Council Directive remarks
89/336/EEC
5.1.5 Spurious emissions 4(a)
5.2.8 Spurious radiations 4(a)
5.2.5 Spurious response rejection 4(b)
5.2.7 Blocking or desensitisation 4(b)
Annex F (normative): ERC Decision on the adoption of approval regulations
for radio equipment to be used in the land mobile
service using an integral antenna intended primarily for
analogue speech based on the European
Telecommunications Standard (ETS) 300 296
This annex contains the ERC Decision which references the technical specifications in this ETS for
inclusion in national type approval regulations.
ERC/DEC/(96)11
EUROPEAN RADIOCOMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
ERC Decision
of 1 November 1996
on the adoption of approval regulations
for radio equipment to be used
in the land mobile service using an integral antenna
intended primarily for analogue speech
based on the European Telecommunications Standard
(ETS) 300 296
(ERC/DEC/(96)11)
EUROPEAN CONFERENCE OF POSTAL AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ADMINISTRATIONS
Copyright 1996 the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT)
ERC/DEC/(96)11
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EXPLANATORY MEMORANDUM
1. INTRODUCTION
The free movement of radiocommunications goods and the provision of Europe-wide services for
radiocommunications are only achievable if there exist common regulations throughout Europe regarding availability
of frequency bands, approval requirements and border crossing procedures. A basic requirement to fulfil these
objectives is the Europe-wide implementation of national regulations based on the European Telecommunications
Standards (ETSs) developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
This Decision (ERC/DEC/(96)11) provides the necessary mechanism for CEPT Administrations to commit
themselves to implement, within their national regimes, European Telecommunications Standard 300 296 and
withdraw any conflicting national standard.
2. BACKGROUND
Both the ERC and ETSI are involved in the development of common regulations, as described in (1) above. The
Memorandum of Understanding between ERC and ETSI explains the respective responsibilities of the two
organisations and its annex describes the principles of co-operation. The ERC, for its part, should, inter alia, adopt
Decisions on the introduction of ETSI standards into approval regimes.
ETS 300 296 has been prepared by the Radio Equipment and Systems (RES) Technical Committee of ETSI. The
standard has undergone the ETSI standards approval procedure and is now published as an ETS.
The ETS, which is based on CE
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