About High-frequency Utilization Equipment
Definition
A general term for equipment that uses high-frequency currents of 10 kHz or above, as regulated by the Radio Act.
This includes telegraph, telephone, and other communications equipment that conveys high-frequency currents of 10 kHz or above through wirelines, as well as industrial heating equipment, medical equipment, and various other equipment using such currents. To prevent interference with radio communications, in principle an individual installation permit must be obtained from the Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications (Article 100 of the Radio Act).
CATEGORY 01
Communications Equipment
Power Line Communication (PLC) / Inductive Read/Write Communication (RFID) / Other high-frequency communications equipment
CATEGORY 02
Non-communications Equipment
Industrial heating equipment (high-frequency induction heating / high-frequency dielectric heating) / Medical equipment / Other high-frequency application equipment
Overview of Regulation
Conformance with the technical standards is required to obtain an installation permit.
To obtain an installation permit, conformance with the technical standards prescribed in Article 65, Paragraph 1 of the Radio Equipment Regulations and Public Notice No. 207 (June 11, 2015) must be verified by testing. We provide comprehensive support — from carrying out testing in accordance with these laws and regulations to preparing and submitting application documents on your behalf.
View our Services→| Applicable Law | Radio Act, Article 100 |
|---|---|
| Technical Standards | Radio Equipment Regulations, Article 65, Paragraph 1 |
| Public Notice | Public Notice No. 207 (June 11, 2015) |
| Authority | Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications / Regional Bureau of Telecommunications |