Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005)

Regulations

Regulations on the use of Television White Spaces, 2018

19. User Instructions regarding Correction of Harmful Interference
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The text of the user manual for a WSD, in whatever form it is provided (printed, electronic or on-line) shall include the following statement placed in a prominent location within the manual:

 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the technical rules and regulations for WSDs, consistent with all applicable regulations issued by the Authority.

These rules have been formulated to furnish reasonable protection against harmful interference. This equipment generates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to protected primary services. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user shall correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
(1)Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the WSD and/or broadcast receiver.
(2)Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
(3)Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
(4)Consult the manufacturer, dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
(5)If the interference cannot be resolved, operation of this device shall be immediately discontinued.