These systems are sometimes based on such standards as MPT-1327, TETRA and APCO 25 which are designed for dedicated use by specific organizations.
PMR-446 is a licence free communication band in Europe, Family radio in the USA, that anyone can use for two-way radio communications similar to CB radios.
Regulatory Testing of PMR & TETRA Devices
The table below lists the necessary regulatory requirements to gain market access to Europe and the US for PMR / TETRA products.
| European Requirements | US Requirements | |
|---|---|---|
| Radio | EN 300 086 EN 300 113 EN 300 296 EN303 035 |
CFR 47 Part 90 |
| EMC | EN 301 489 | CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart B |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1 | UL950-1 |
| SAR | EN 50360 / EN 50385 | OET 65 |
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