{"id":50370,"date":"2022-10-28T14:38:08","date_gmt":"2022-10-28T09:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=50370"},"modified":"2022-10-28T14:38:10","modified_gmt":"2022-10-28T09:08:10","slug":"wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/","title":{"rendered":"WPC Certification Procedure and Requirements for Wireless Speakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>WPC stands for Wireless Planning and\nCoordination. It is a legal body working under the Department of\nTelecommunications and serves as the National Radio Regulatory Authority. It\naims to oversee the frequency spectrum and grant licenses to the eligible\napplicant. WPC accords WPC ETA license for IT and Electronic equipment that\nadhere to the demands of wireless technology users. Only WPC-certified\nBluetooth and electronic devices that leverage unlicensed frequency bands and fulfil\nhuman safety norms are permitted for selling. All OEMs, importers, suppliers,\nand traders should meet compliance relating to the WPC certificate\/ETA\ncertificate. In this write-up, we talk about the WPC certification procedure\nand requirements for wireless speakers in detail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An Outlook on WPC Certification Types <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wireless Planning and Coordination Wings\noversees the licensing process of the following three legal permits in India.\nThose who want to know about the <strong><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/wpc-certification\">WPC certification<\/a><\/strong> procedure and requirements for wireless speakers should\nbe aware of this without a second thought. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Non &#8211; Network Licence<\/strong><ul><li>Import Licence<\/li><li>Non-dealer Possession Licence<\/li><li>Dealer Possession Licence<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Network Licence<\/strong><ul><li>Experimental Licence<\/li><li>Internet Service Provider Licence (ISP)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3.\nEquipment Type Approval (ETA)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s dig down into these licenses in detail,\nas it is important to clearly understand the WPC certification procedure and\nrequirements for wireless speakers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#1_Non-Network_License\" >1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nNon-Network License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#2_Network_Licence\" >2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nNetwork Licence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#3_Equipment_Type_Approval_WPC_ETA_Certificate\" >3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nEquipment Type Approval &amp;\nWPC ETA Certificate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#WPC_Import_License_%E2%80%93_An_Overview\" >WPC Import License \u2013 An\nOverview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#Basic_Requisites_around_WPA_ETA_Approval_and_Import_License_%E2%80%93_WPC_Certification_Procedure_and_Requirements\" >Basic Requisites around\nWPA ETA Approval and Import License &#8211; WPC Certification Procedure and Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#Mandatory_Documentations_Required_for_WPC_LicenseETA_Certification_%E2%80%93_WPC_certification_procedure_and_Requirements\" >Mandatory Documentations\nRequired for WPC License\/ETA Certification &#8211; WPC certification procedure and Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#Relevance_of_RF_Test_Report_in_WPC_Certification_Procedure_and_Requirements_for_Wireless_Speakers\" >Relevance of RF Test\nReport in WPC Certification Procedure and Requirements for Wireless Speakers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#Step-by-Step_WPC_Certification_Procedure_and_Requirements_for_Wireless_Speakers\" >Step-by-Step WPC Certification\nProcedure and Requirements for Wireless Speakers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-certification-procedure-and-requirements-for-wireless-speakers\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Non-Network_License\"><\/span><strong>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<\/strong><strong>Non-Network License <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This license is granted to businesses serving\nas non-network service providers, such as cable TV providers and wireless\ndevices. The license encompasses the purchase, sale, and importation of\nspecific wireless devices. If you are a legal entity with a workforce working\non the production of specific equipment, the WPC will only accord the\nnon-network license. This license is available under three different heads: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Import\nLicence<\/strong> &#8211; An import license\nis mandatory for businesses intending to ship wireless devices in India. After\navailing of the license, businesses will become eligible to sell imported\nwireless devices in India. <\/li><li><strong>Dealer\npossession Licence<\/strong> -A Dealer\nPossession license is a must-have legal permit for businesses serving as\ndistributors of wireless devices. <\/li><li><strong>Non-Dealer\npossession Licence<\/strong> &#8211; It is\navailable to those who deal with a product other than wireless devices falling\nunder the ambit of the license. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Network_Licence\"><\/span><strong>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<\/strong><strong>Network Licence<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A network license is granted to an entity\nintending to use the restricted radio frequency capacity to render\ncommunication services, including cable, DTH, and mobile networks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Internet Service Provider Licence (ISP) &#8211; Any\ncompany is intending to facilitate internet services must secure an ISP license\nfrom Telecommunication Department. <\/li><li>Experimental Licence &#8211; Any company or\nindividual intending to perform testing on wireless devices must secure an\nexperimental license from the WPC department. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Equipment_Type_Approval_WPC_ETA_Certificate\"><\/span><strong>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<\/strong><strong>Equipment Type Approval &amp;\nWPC ETA Certificate<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While importing devices from abroad,\nbusinesses often come across one fundamental question-What types of norms apply\nto my products? When it comes to RF ID-based equipment or Bluetooth device, WPC\nETA Certificate serves as the fundamental legal permit. Let\u2019s drill down the\nkey aspects of this license. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Equipment Type Approval (ETA)<\/em><\/strong> is a must-have legal permit granted by WPC\nfor importing wireless devices in India that leverage a de-licensed frequency\nband. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WPC ETA certificate also applies to OEMs of\nwireless devices in India. Common devices falling under the license include\nsmartphones, Bluetooth devices, RFID, Wi-Fi technology, and others. If the\ndevices are produced in Indian and RF module(s) comprising ETA in its original\nform, then no separate WPC permit is required for such finished devices. But,\nif products are produced outside the Indian Territory, WPC ETA comes into play\nfor each before their importation begins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If RF modules are not connected, ETA becomes\nmandatory for the RF module. WPC EPA Certificate can be secured via\nself-declaration concerning wireless devices which meet the given norms: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Products that do not fall under import\nlicensing norms as per prevailing EXIM policy. <\/li><li>Operating in the de-licensed frequency spectrum<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some common devices include smartphones,\nlaptops, microphones, smartwatches, earphones, speakers, TV, camera, and so on.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the product which falls outside the ambit\nof the said category, a WPC ETA certificate can be secured via filing a\nweb-based application with the respective RLOs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WPC_Import_License_%E2%80%93_An_Overview\"><\/span><strong>WPC Import License \u2013 An\nOverview<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Import license becomes mandatory for\nimportable devices other than the <strong>TVRO<\/strong><sup><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Television_receive-only\"><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/a><\/sup>\nsystem and broadcasting receiver. Even after securing the WPA ETA license, the\nlicensee must obtain an import license for serving importation activities. Businesses\ndealing with de-licensed frequency band devices and seeking a WPC ETA\ncertificate for the same have to send their products to a certified lab for\ntesting. After securing the test report, the license-seeker must share the same\nwith the WPC INDIA for evaluation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Requisites_around_WPA_ETA_Approval_and_Import_License_%E2%80%93_WPC_Certification_Procedure_and_Requirements\"><\/span><strong>Basic Requisites around\nWPA ETA Approval and Import License &#8211; WPC Certification Procedure and Requirements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following are some basic requisites around WPA ETA Approval &amp;\nImport License:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>For foreign\nmanufacturers<\/strong>: All overseas\nOEMs lacking a liaison office in India must appoint an AIR, i.e. Authorized\nIndian Representative. The Indian-based OEMs shall be considered as AIR. <\/li><li><strong>For\nimport license<\/strong>: An overseas\nOEM must appoint an AIR as reflected in the WPC ETA application.<\/li><li><strong>For\nIndia-based Facility<\/strong>: The\nIndian-based manufacturers do not need to appoint an AIR <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mandatory_Documentations_Required_for_WPC_LicenseETA_Certification_%E2%80%93_WPC_certification_procedure_and_Requirements\"><\/span><strong>Mandatory Documentations\nRequired for WPC License\/ETA Certification &#8211; WPC certification procedure and Requirements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following are some basic documents required for WPC License or\nCertification:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Facility certification copy <\/li><li>GST certification copy<\/li><li>Address and ID-related proof of the\nperson-in-charge<\/li><li>Radiofrequency test report from lab certified\nunder the ISO 17025<\/li><li>Authorization letter <\/li><li>Technical details about the products requiring\nregistration<\/li><li>Import Export Code <\/li><li>Test report (CE\/RoHS\/ASTM\/EN)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_of_RF_Test_Report_in_WPC_Certification_Procedure_and_Requirements_for_Wireless_Speakers\"><\/span><strong>Relevance of RF Test\nReport in WPC Certification Procedure and Requirements for Wireless Speakers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RF testing refers to a method of testing the\nfrequency of Radio transmission to affirm their ability to use the spectrum\nefficiently. Being efficient in this regard implies that there should be a free\nflow of transmission of radio waves within the airspace with no interference\nwhatsoever. Most types of broadcasts fall under the radio frequency test,\nincluding smartphones, Wi-Fi, PMR radio, and so on. The law has enforced\nvarious frequency standards in this regard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Equipment Type Approval, WPC certification\ndemands RF testing of products leveraging de-licensed frequency bands from\nNABL-accredited Indian lab. OEMs and importer must send their products to\nNABL-accredited Indian labs for testing, as it is mandatory to secure ETA\napproval for selling such products in and outside India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the imported products comprise multiple RF\nmodules, the test report for the same must be shared with the authority for WPC\nETA approval. A detailed test report accorded by the certified lab must be\nshared with WPC for scrutiny to secure WPC ETA Approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_WPC_Certification_Procedure_and_Requirements_for_Wireless_Speakers\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-Step WPC Certification\nProcedure and Requirements for Wireless Speakers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s unfold the WPC certification\nprocedure and requirements for wireless speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 1:\nConfirming RF-Test Report and EN Standards <\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The process commences with the conducting\nconfirmation regarding the EN standard and frequency range enlisted in the RF\ntest report. If the frequency range adheres to the qualified <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>devices under a DE license, the grant of a\nself-declaration certificate comes into play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 2: Documents arrangement<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After confirming the frequency range, make\nsure to arrange the documents as mentioned above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 3: File the online form<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Head to the government portal- \u201cSaral\nSanchar&#8221;, and fill out the required e-form after completing the login formalities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 4: Submit the fee<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as you complete the filing\nrequirement, the portal will redirect you to the payment gateway for the fee\nsubmission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 5: Documents submission<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicant needs to furnish all mandatory\ndocumentation to the concerned authority via online and offline modes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 6: Documents vetting <\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this step, the submitted documents shall\nundergo a detailed vetting process conducted by the designated department of\nthe concerned authority. The applicant shall be prompted by the authority for\nany error and missing paperwork. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Step 7: Grant of certification<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The successful vetting of the submitted\napplication and document will lead to the grant of the WPC ETA certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A WPC Certificate is mandatory for businesses dealing with wireless devices in India. OEMs and importers of such devices must secure a WPC license\/ETA certificate from Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing, India. Let us know if you have some queries regarding the WPC certification procedure and requirements for wireless speakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read Our Article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wpc-license-online-application-for-digital-radio\/\">WPC License Online Application for Digital Radio<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WPC stands for Wireless Planning and Coordination. It is a legal body working under the Department of Telecommunications and serves as the National Radio Regulatory Authority. It aims to oversee the frequency spectrum and grant licenses to the eligible applicant. WPC accords WPC ETA license for IT and Electronic equipment that adhere to the demands [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":50371,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2418],"tags":[2809],"acf":{"service_id":"507"},"authorName":"Pankaj Tyagi","authorImageUrl":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/MicrosoftTeams-image-42.jpg","authorDescription":"Pankaj has a diverse experience of writing research papers, blog, and articles during his college time. 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