Meaning
A Canadian regulatory specification sets out the technical requirements for radio frequency equipment operating in the license exempt bands to ensure efficient spectrum use and prevent interference. The standards in ised rss 247 apply to digital transmission systems and frequency hopping spread spectrum devices operating in the 900 megahertz and 2.4 gigahertz and 5 gigahertz bands. This document is a core requirement for any manufacturer seeking to sell wireless products in the canadian market.
It defines the limits for power output and bandwidth as well as the requirements for out of band emissions.
Band Limitation
Allocation of the radio frequency spectrum is tightly controlled to prevent one device from disrupting the operation of another. Under ised rss 247, devices must stay within specific frequency boundaries to ensure they do not bleed into protected bands used by emergency services or aviation. The standard defines the maximum occupied bandwidth and the minimum number of hopping channels for spread spectrum systems.
These rules ensure that many different types of equipment can coexist in the same environment without causing significant data loss. Engineers use spectrum analyzers to verify that the device remains within these limits across all its operating modes. The testing process also checks the dwell time on each channel to ensure fair access to the spectrum for all users.
Technical Requirement
Power limits for transmitters are defined based on the type of modulation and the frequency band being used. Compliance with ised rss 247 requires the measurement of the conducted power at the antenna port or the radiated power if the antenna is integrated. The standard also sets strict limits on unwanted emissions that occur outside the primary channel.
These spurious emissions can cause interference with sensitive receivers in nearby equipment. Shielding and filtering are often necessary to bring a design into compliance with these requirements. The document also specifies the use of dynamic frequency selection for devices operating in the 5 gigahertz range to protect weather radar systems.
This automated mechanism ensures that the device moves to a different channel if it detects a radar signal.
Equipment Certification
Approval for the sale of a device in canada requires the submission of a detailed test report to an authorized certification body. The testing performed under ised rss 247 must be conducted by a laboratory that is recognized by the department of innovation and science and economic development. This report includes the measured data and the photographs of the test setup and the internal components of the device.
Once the certification is granted, the product is assigned an identifying number that must be displayed on the equipment label. The manufacturer must also provide a copy of the user manual containing the required regulatory statements in both english and french. Regular market surveillance ensures that the products sold to consumers continue to meet the standards defined in the original certification.
Failure to maintain compliance can result in the removal of the product from the market and legal action against the manufacturer.