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{{Infobox Organization , name = PTCRB , image = PTCRB.png , size = , caption = , motto = , formation = 1997 , purpose = Certification of Wireless Devices , membership = By Application , leader_title = WG Chair , leader_name = Scott Prather , leader_title2 = WG Vice Chair , leader_name2 = Darren Thompson , leader_title3 = WG Secretary , leader_name3 = Graham Harvey , website
www.ptcrb.com
The PTCRB was established in 1997 as the certification forum by select North American cellular operators. Now a
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, it no longer stands for its original meaning of the PCS Type Certification Review Board (then named after the GSM1900 MHz band in North America). The purpose of the PTCRB is to provide the framework within which device certification can take place for members of the PTCRB. This includes, but is not limited to, determination of the test specifications and methods necessary to support the certification process for 5G NR and 4G LTE wireless devices. This group will also be responsible to generate input regarding testing of devices to standards development organizations.


Certified device types

PTCRB operates a certification program for Smartphones, feature phones, tablets, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, notebook computers and modules.


Certification standards

PTCRB certification is based on standards developed by 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP),
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(OMA) and other
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s (SDOs) recognized by the PTCRB. In some cases, PTCRB certification may accommodate North American standards and additional requirements from the U.S.
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(FCC),
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(ISED) or any other government agency that may have jurisdiction and/or competence in the matter. By obtaining PTCRB Certification on a mobile device, it ensures compliance with cellular network standards within the PTCRB Operators' networks. Consequently, PTCRB Operators may block devices from their network, if they are not PTCRB certified. The
CTIA – The Wireless Association CTIA is a trade association representing the wireless communications industry in the United States. The association was established in 1984 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. It is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization, and repre ...
has been assigned as the administrator for the PTCRB Certification process and is also responsible for the administration of PTCRB issued
IMEI The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) is a numeric identifier, usually unique, for 3GPP and iDEN mobile phones, as well as some satellite phones. It is usually found printed inside the battery compartment of the phone but can al ...
s. The PTCRB Validation Group (PVG) is a group of test laboratory organizations working in the field of PTCRB associated technologies. The PVG group meets on a regular basis to discuss technical issues and the resolution of problems in a harmonized way. PVG works on open PTCRB RfTs and the validation of Test Platforms and Test Cases for the relevant PTCRB operating frequencies. Full and Observer membership categories reflect the status and scopes of organisations working within the group. The Chair of the PVG is held by Muharrem Gedikoglu. Some
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may require further certification before a device is allowed to be placed on a network.


See also

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CTIA - The Wireless Association CTIA is a trade association representing the wireless communications industry in the United States. The association was established in 1984 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. It is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization, and repre ...
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Federal Communications Commission The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent agency of the United States federal government that regulates communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable across the United States. The FCC maintains jurisdiction ...
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Global Certification Forum The Global Certification Forum, known as GCF, is an active partnership between mobile network operators, mobile device manufacturers and the test industry. GCF was founded in 1999, and its membership has been responsible for creating an independen ...
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IMEI The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) is a numeric identifier, usually unique, for 3GPP and iDEN mobile phones, as well as some satellite phones. It is usually found printed inside the battery compartment of the phone but can al ...


References


External links

* PTCRB: http://www.ptcrb.com official website for the PTCRB. Membership application required to view information Mobile telecommunications standards Mobile phone standards Telecommunications organizations Standards of the United States