Professional ETSI EN 300 220 Short Range Device Guide
European Telecommunications Standards Institute specification for Short Range Devices (SRD) operating in frequency bands 25 MHz to 1000 MHz, including automotive and motorcycle key systems, remote controls, and wireless communication devices. Access comprehensive professional guidance for implementing industry-standard SRD protocols with advanced European compliance excellence and regulatory conformance.
Standard Overview
Publication Date
2012 (Latest Version)
Status
ETSI European Standard
Application
Short Range Devices
Scope
25 MHz to 1000 MHz
Frequency Band Specifications
433 MHz Band
433.05 - 434.79 MHz
Primary automotive key fob frequency in Europe
- Max ERP: 10 mW
- Duty cycle: 10%
- Channel spacing: 25 kHz
868 MHz Band
863 - 870 MHz
High-performance SRD applications
- Max ERP: 25 mW
- Duty cycle: 1%
- Channel spacing: 25 kHz
Automotive Applications
Multiple Bands
Key fobs, tire pressure monitoring, immobilizers
- 315 MHz (some regions)
- 433 MHz (primary)
- 868 MHz (advanced)
Motorcycle Systems
Smart Key Technology
Advanced security and convenience features
- Proximity detection
- Engine immobilization
- Remote start capability
Power Limits
ERP Restrictions
Effective Radiated Power limitations by band
- 25 MHz: 100 mW
- 433 MHz: 10 mW
- 868 MHz: 25 mW
Duty Cycle
Transmission Limits
Maximum transmission time restrictions
- 433 MHz: 10% per hour
- 868 MHz: 1% per hour
- Listen before talk
Implementation Features
Technical Requirements
Essential technical specifications for EN 300 220 compliance in automotive applications.
- Spurious emission limits according to ITU-R SM.1056
- Frequency stability requirements
- Modulation characteristics and bandwidth
- Receiver sensitivity and selectivity
Design Considerations
Critical design elements for achieving EN 300 220 compliance in SRD devices.
- Antenna design and impedance matching
- Crystal oscillator stability and accuracy
- Power management and battery optimization
- EMC considerations and shielding
Testing Procedures
Standardized testing methods for verifying compliance with EN 300 220 requirements.
- Radiated power measurements
- Spurious emission testing
- Duty cycle verification
- Environmental testing conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ETSI EN 300 220?
ETSI EN 300 220 is a European standard that specifies technical requirements for Short Range Devices (SRD) operating in frequency bands from 25 MHz to 1000 MHz, including automotive and motorcycle key systems. This standard complements ITU-R SM.1056 spurious emission limits and follows IEC 60068-2-6 environmental testing protocols for optimal European market compliance.
What frequency bands are covered by EN 300 220?
EN 300 220 covers multiple frequency bands including 433.05-434.79 MHz, 863-870 MHz, and other SRD bands commonly used for automotive key fobs, garage door openers, and remote control devices according to ERC Report 25 frequency allocations and CEPT Recommendation T/R 70-03 harmonized standards.
How does EN 300 220 apply to motorcycle key systems?
EN 300 220 applies to motorcycle key systems by defining power limits, duty cycle restrictions, and technical requirements for key fob transmitters operating in European SRD frequency bands following SAE J2534 programming standards and ISO 14229 UDS protocols for advanced security compliance.
What are the key compliance requirements?
Key compliance requirements include adherence to power spectral density limits, duty cycle restrictions per ERC Report 70, spurious emission limits according to ITU-R SM.1056, and specific technical parameters for each frequency band per CISPR 25 automotive EMC standards and IEC 61000-4-3 immunity testing requirements.