Multimedia Hardware

Electromagnetic Compatibility in Multimedia Equipment

Today, multimedia equipment is at the center of information, communication and entertainment systems and is widely used by both individual users and in professional environments. Ensuring that these devices do not emit electromagnetic interference and demonstrate immunity against interference from other surrounding devices is highly important for an uninterrupted and high-quality user experience.

EMC tests for multimedia equipment are carried out to document that devices keep radio disturbances under control and operate stably in the electromagnetic environment. These tests are applied to devices manufactured for both household and professional use.

What Are the Main Product Groups Covered by This Environment?

📌 Some of the products covered include:

Consumer Electronics:

  • Televisions
  • Sound systems and speakers
  • Home theater systems
  • Blu-ray/DVD players
  • Digital media players, such as Apple TV and Chromecast

Information Technology and Office Equipment:

  • Desktop and laptop computers
  • Monitors and displays
  • Printers and photocopiers
  • Scanners
  • Web cameras

Communication and Broadcasting Devices:

  • Modems and routers
  • IP phones and VoIP devices
  • Video conferencing systems
  • Broadcasting equipment, such as cameras, mixing consoles and encoders

Professional Audio and Video Systems:

  • Audio mixing consoles
  • Audio control panels
  • Digital instrument interfaces
  • Microphone systems
  • Stage and video control systems

Gaming and Entertainment Systems:

  • Game consoles
  • VR headsets
  • Streamer equipment
  • LED video walls and projectors

Smart Multimedia Devices:

  • Smart televisions
  • Voice assistant devices, such as Google Nest and Amazon Echo
  • Media servers
  • Smart display home assistants

Testing and Reporting Process

EMC tests for multimedia equipment are planned according to the device’s intended use, technical specifications and target market. While emission tests measure the levels of interference emitted by the device into its surroundings, immunity tests check its resistance against external electromagnetic influences. At the end of the tests, a technical report is prepared and submitted to manufacturers.

Main EMC Standards We Apply

TS EN 55032

Multimedia equipment – Emission requirements
Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Emission requirements

TS EN 55035

Multimedia equipment – Immunity requirements
Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Immunity requirements

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