Regulatory Consultation: Amendment to SRD Technical Parameters in the Philippines
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) of the Philippines has issued a notice regarding a proposed amendment to Section 2 of Memorandum Circular No. 03-05-2007. The consultation seeks industry feedback on updated technical parameters for specific Short Range Devices (SRD) to keep pace with wireless technology developments and ensure cost-effective spectrum access.
Summary of Proposed Changes
The proposed amendment specifically targets the operating parameters for Equipment for Detecting Movement and Alert. The NTC intends to refine the permitted frequency bands and maximum power limits for these devices. The draft circular specifies that technical parameters must not be exceeded by any function of the equipment.
Proposed Operating Parameters
The draft updates the frequency allocations and maximum power (eirp) for movement detection and alert equipment as follows:
2400 – 2483.5 MHz: 25 mW eirp
9200 – 9500 MHz: 25 mW eirp
9500 – 9975 MHz: 25 mW eirp
13.4 – 14.0 GHz: 25 mW eirp
24.05 – 24.25 GHz: 100 mW eirp
77 – 81 GHz: 10 mW eirp
Impact on Manufacturers and Stakeholders
Manufacturers, type approval service providers, and industry stakeholders should consider the following impacts:
Compliance Requirements: Radio devices falling under the "Detecting Movement and Alert" category must strictly adhere to the revised frequency bands and power limits to obtain or maintain certification in the Philippines.
Product Design: Engineering teams may need to review current product portfolios to ensure hardware and software limits prevent the device from exceeding the prescribed technical parameters by any means.
Effective Date: The Circular is set to take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation and filing with the Office of the National Administrative Register (ONAR).
Public Hearing and Feedback Deadlines
The NTC has established a formal timeline for stakeholders to provide input on these proposed changes:
Deadline for Position Papers: Stakeholders must submit their position papers on or before May 26, 2026.
Submission Format: Hard copies should be submitted to the Office of the Commissioner (Attn: Radio Spectrum and Planning Division). Soft copies in Microsoft Word and PDF format must be emailed to commissioner@ntc.gov.ph with a copy to spectrum@ntc.gov.ph.
Public Hearing: A public hearing is scheduled for June 02, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the NTC Building in Quezon City.
Submissions should include the subject header "Position Paper on Amending Section 2 of NTC Memorandum Circular No. 03-05-2007" and provide full contact information on the cover page.
