WPC Approval (ETA) for
Wireless Bluetooth Gadgets in India

WIRELESS BLUETOOTH GADGETS

Connecting electronic devices across short distances is made possible by the Bluetooth wireless technology standard. Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard for data transmission between electronic devices, and it has found widespread usage in many different contexts.

Some Bluetooth Gadgets include the following:

1.Bluetooth headphones and earbuds: which have exploded in popularity in recent years because they free users from tangled cords while enabling them to listen to music, make phone calls, and utilise voice assistants.

2.Speakers Bluetooth speakers enable listeners wirelessly stream music from their mobile device, tablet, or computer. These speakers are lightweight and convenient enough to take along on picnics and other outings.

3. Bluetooth keyboards and mouse are popular add-ons for laptops and tablets because they allow users to type and navigate with greater comfort and efficiency.

4.Fitness Trackers: Several of today's fitness trackers connect wirelessly through Bluetooth with a user's smartphone or other device, enabling them to keep tabs on their exercise routines, their heart rates, and their progress towards various fitness objectives.

5.Smartwatches: These wearable devices with Bluetooth connectivity let users check their messages, manage their music library, and keep tabs on their workout stats.

Bluetooth technology is widely employed in today's automobile audio systems, enabling drivers to wirelessly stream music from their phones, conduct hands-free phone calls, and use in-car navigation systems.

You can control your house's temperature, security, and lighting from the palm of your hand with Bluetooth-enabled smart home devices like lights, thermostats, and door locks thanks to an app on your smartphone.

Overall, Bluetooth technology has altered the way we connect and interact with our gadgets, providing a simple and wireless method to remain connected and productive on the road.

If your wireless charging device has received Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) certification, you may be certain that it will work with other devices in the market. Although while Bluetooth devices don't need WPC approval to operate as wireless devices, they nevertheless can need additional certifications depending on their features and uses.

Some of the most common credentials that Bluetooth devices should have are listed below:

1.Bluetooth devices must be approved by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), the organisation in charge of the standardisation of Bluetooth technology. By obtaining this certification, you can be certain that your product will function as advertised and will be technically compliant with the Bluetooth SIG's standards.

2.In the United States, all Bluetooth devices need certification from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). By receiving FCC approval, you know that your gadget satisfies the organization's technical standards for things like EMC and RF emissions.

3.It is European Economic Area (EEA) compliant, meaning that it meets all relevant health, safety, and environmental protection criteria. CE certification for Bluetooth devices may be necessary for sale in Europe.

4.UL Accreditation: UL is a third-party certification organisation that operates in the field of safety science. To guarantee they are safe for use, Bluetooth devices with rechargeable batteries may need to be UL-certified.

5.RoHS Compliance: The use of certain hazardous materials in the production of electronic and electrical equipment is limited by the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) regulation. All EU-bound Bluetooth devices must be RoHS-compliant or risk being banned from sale.

Bluetooth devices do not need to be WPC certified, however devices with wireless charging capabilities could benefit from it. After the item has been certified by the WPC, it will be allowed to be sold as a Qi-enabled device and will have met the technical standards set out by the WPC for wireless charging. Many different wireless chargers adhere to the WPC-created Qi standard for charging wirelessly.

In conclusion, Bluetooth devices do not need WPC approval, but they may need different certifications depending on their features and applications. Certifications such as Bluetooth SIG, FCC, CE, UL, and RoHS compliance may be necessary for Bluetooth products to be sold in certain markets. Wireless power communication certification (WPC) might be useful for gadgets that can charge wirelessly.

WPC ETA APPROVAL AND IMPORT LICENCE REQUIREMENT:

The following are the prerequisites for WPC ETA approval:

For foreign manufacturers: All foreign manufacturers must designate an authorized Indian representative if they do not already have a liaison office or branch office in India (AIR).

The manufacturer will become the AIR if they have a liaison office or branch office in India.

A foreign producer must designate AIR for an import licence, and this individual must match that identified in the WPC ETA application.

For domestic manufacturers: The domestic manufacturers may apply directly for a WPC ETA licence, WPC import licence, and WPC export licence without involving AIR.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR WPC LICENCE/ ETA CERTIFICATE

For WPC ETA approval, the following documents are needed:

• Copy of company registration
• Copy of company GST registration
• ID and address proof of authorized person
• Radio frequency test report from IS0 17025 accredited foreign lab or any NABL accredited Indian Lab
• Letter of Authorization
• Product technical details
• IEC in case of import
• A Purchase order in case of import
• Receipt of online fee
• Test report (CE/RoHS/ASTM/EN)

What is an RF (radio frequency) test report and how can I get one for my WPC (ETA) certificate?

We are all aware that in order to evaluate any materials or products, we must travel to the laboratories in order to obtain the comprehensive reports and characteristics of it, so it is extremely encouraging to see that Indian regulatory compliance authorities and WPC are carefully observing every detail while rewarding and granting any licence. The RF report is crucial in the WPC ETA licencing scenario.

To verify sure radio transmissions are utilising the spectrum effectively, their frequency can be examined via RF testing. The absence of radio frequency interference in the airspace is referred to as efficiency in this context.

The majority of broadcasts, including Wi-Fi, PMR radio, cellular devices, and many more, are checked for radio frequency. Laws requiring adherence to periodicity criteria are generally in place.

For items using DE-licensed frequency bands, WPC Registration requires an RF testing report from a foreign lab accredited by ILAC or an Indian lab authorised by NAB.

For ETA approval to import or sell their products in India, manufacturers and importers must have their products tested in NABL/ILAC recognised labs. For WPC ETA approval, test report(s) of all RF modules, without any modifications, will be uploaded if the imported product has multiple RF modules.

For DE-licensed frequency band devices to acquire WPC ETA Approval, a detailed test report of the apparatus received from a reputable laboratory must be submitted for review.

We help our customers test their equipment and gather test results in the right format for submission to WPC.

WPC ETA (EQUIPMENT TYPE APPROVAL) CERTIFICATION PROCESS

1.Checking the EN Standard and RF-Test Report - The WPC ETA certification process begins with a review of the EN Standard and frequency range in the product's RF-Test report. A self-declaration certificate is issued if the frequency range corresponds to one of the necessary devices that operate under a DE Licence.

2.Document Preparation - After confirming the frequency range from the RF-Report, all of the aforementioned documents are gathered in accordance with that.

3.Online portal generation - To obtain login information, a WPC online application must be completed on the Saral Sanchar portal.

4.Government Fees Can Be Paid Online - Government fees can be paid online.

5.Online/Offline Document Submission - The applicant must submit the necessary documents to the WPC authority both online and offline for a particular type of licence.

6.Document Verification - WPC personnel will check the documentation and the RF test report. WPC representatives may ask for the missing document or additional information, as necessary, for clarification if the documents submitted are not in order.

7.WPC ETA Certificate Grant - If WPC officials are pleased with the product's documentation and test results, an Equipment Type Approval Certificate (WPC certificate) will be given.