Acoustic testing is a crucial aspect of telecom equipment certification, ensuring that devices meet stringent sound quality and volume standards. At Element, we offer comprehensive acoustic testing services tailored to the unique needs of telecom equipment manufacturers. Our state-of-the-art facilities and expert team of engineers provide reliable, accurate, and efficient testing solutions that position us as a valuable partner for manufacturers seeking to gain entry into global markets.
Our telecom testing lab boasts cutting-edge equipment, including a Head and Torso Simulator (HATS) and a fully anechoic chamber. This advanced setup enables us to conduct thorough acoustic performance and voice quality assessments for a wide range of telecom network product types, such as hands-free equipment (conference telephones), modern headsets, head-worn headsets, and in-ear headsets.
Element's comprehensive telecom acoustic testing services encompass various performance and regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with global market requirements. Our testing capabilities include:
- Sending and receiving frequency responses
- Send loudness rating (SLR) and receive loudness rating (RLR)
- Sidetone masking rating (STMR)
- Distortion testing
- Acoustic shock testing
- GR63 Section 5.6 Acoustic Measurement Methodology
In addition to acoustic performance testing, we prioritize end-user health and safety by conducting noise emission testing in accordance with industry standards. Our services extend to SAR testing for handheld devices to measure the effect of RF emissions on the human body, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and minimizing potential risks.
Telecom Acoustic Testing Standards
Our Engaged Experts conduct telecom equipment acoustic testing in compliance with primary standards established by international organizations, including:
- British Standards (BS6317)
- Code of Federal Regulations (47 CFR Part 68)
- Communications Alliance (AS/CA S004)
- Euronorm (EN300 753 v1.2.1)
- European Telecommunications Standards Institute (TBR 10, TBR 38)
- Telcordia GR-63-CORE Section 4.6
- International Standards Organization (ISO 7779)
- Positive Train Control (PTC 200, PTC 220)
- South African Standards (DPT-TE-001, DPT-SWS-001)
- Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA/EIA 810A)
The Element Advantage
With years of experience in telecom equipment testing, Element leverages our expertise to provide comprehensive testing for product safety, global approvals, and product compliance. Our team of experts is dedicated to assisting manufacturers in meeting regulatory requirements while ensuring projects remain on time and within budget. As a single-source provider for telecom testing, we offer complementary services, including wireless testing, EMC testing, environmental testing, and more, to streamline qualification programs.
For telecom equipment manufacturers seeking reliable, efficient, and expert acoustic testing services, Element is the partner of choice. Contact us today to learn more about our capabilities and how we can support your product development and certification process.
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