On June 29, 2026, the Philippine National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) issued Circular No. 004-06-2026. This circular amends Circular No. 03-05-2007.
Circular No. 004-06-2026 establishes technical regulations for Short-Range Devices (SRDs) used in equipment designed to detect movement and provide alerts.
This is the implementation of the Amending Memorandum Circular No. 03-05-2007, which had previously undergone public consultation on June 2, 2026.
What Has Changed?
Previously, under Circular No. 03-05-2007, the 77–81 GHz frequency band had a maximum power of 10 mW eirp. Under the new regulations, the 77–81 GHz frequency band has a maximum power of 50 mW eirp.
The following are the updated frequency ranges and power limits for the following frequency bands:
| Type of SRD | Frequency Band | Power (Maximum) |
| Equipment for Detecting Movement and Alert | 2400 – 2483.5 MHz | 25 mW eirp |
| 9200 – 9500 MHz | 25 mW eirp | |
| 9500 – 9975 MHz | 25 mW eirp | |
| 13.4 – 14.0 GHz | 25 mW eirp | |
| 24.05 – 24.25 GHz | 100 mW eirp | |
| 77 – 81 GHz | 50 mW eirp |
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Purpose of the New Technical Regulations
The establishment of technical regulations governing these operational parameters aims to ensure efficient spectrum utilization. This provides broader access to limited radio spectrum.
As a result, the Filipino public can enjoy advancements in wireless technology at a lower cost. This is indeed necessary given the world’s ever-increasing digital development.
When Do the Regulations Take Effect?
As of this article’s publication, these regulations are already in effect and have been registered with the Office of the National Administrative Registry (ONAR). Circular Letter No. 004-06-2026 takes effect fifteen days after its issuance date.
This means that, as of July 14, 2026, all SRD devices in equipment used to detect movement and provide alerts must comply with these regulations.
Impact of Type Approval in the Philippines
These changes to technical standards will affect manufacturers of SRD devices used in equipment designed to detect movement and provide alerts. Consequently, this will affect hardware design and testing protocols.
Non-compliance with these specific power and frequency limits will affect the legality of such devices in the Philippines. The functions or components of equipment used to detect movement and provide warnings must be ensured not to exceed the established technical limits.
If you are a manufacturer of motion-detection and alert devices and would like to market them in the Philippines, please contact Dimulti. We will assist you throughout the NTC certification process and ensure that your devices comply with the latest regulations.
