Two new technical specifications issued by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) took effect on 5 May 2026, introducing an updated short range device (SRD) specification with revised frequency bands and power limits.

What the new rules cover

The new baseline standard, MCMC MTSFB TC T022:2026, establishes a unified standard for communications equipment and covers the following:

· Equipment labelling requirements

· Interoperability of equipment

· IPv6 support

· Electromagnetic compatibility

· Electrical safety

· Power density considerations

The revised SRD technical specification, MCMC MTSFB TC T007:2026, updates the technical standards for a number of equipment categories, including:

· RFID devices

· Industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) equipment

· Ultra-wideband (UWB) devices

· Automotive radar sensors

· Wireless local area network (RLAN) equipment

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