with other related directives. It is argued that if a product does not have an immunity related function and stops working as intended in its normal environment, it will not comprise the safety of the vehicle. Any malfunction would then been seen as a quality issue and would be self-policed by the market.
Products that can be used in multiple environments (normal commercial and automotive) will require assessment against all applicable regulations and may be required to carry both an e-mark and a CE mark. This is certainly the case where radio products are concerned. This is because radio products are covered by a specific |
directive encompassing all radio and telecom terminal equipment (R&TTE Directive, 1999/5/EC). This predominantly deals with effective use of the radio spectrum.
Directive 2004/104/EC replaces 95/54/EC and manufacturers of previously type approved aftermarket products have until the 1st January 2009 to upgrade to the requirements of the new directive. Any previous type approval certificate issued for directive 95/54/EC will expire at this time. Potentially, this could have a major impact on product design, since the test requirements in the new directive have been increased. |
