Non-compliant devices could undermine spectrum liberalization

Could the large numbers of cheap devices not complying with the R&TTE Directive weaken the industry trust needed to implement spectrum flexibility? Scott Billquist investigates solutions proposed by policy-makers reviewing the directive.

The 1999 Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment directive has been the bridge between increasingly flexible spectrum regulation and bringing compliant new equipment into the market officials said. The R&TTE is more open and flexible than past practices in allowing self-declaration that a system conforms to requirements. Political discussions on a revision to the directive are expected after publication of a progress report this autumn. Concrete proposals could emerge in mid-2009.

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