Telecommunications Equipment Type Approval   Q:  When we apply for type approval, what kind of documents do you need? A:  The following documents are required.  · User Manual (English) · Frequency band and EIRP specifications if applicable · Test reports and type approval certificates from known international entities.     Q:  Are there any special requirements regarding the user manual like the need to be in national language? A: The manual must be in English language and should mainly contain all telecom specifications.     Q:  In general what telecoms standards are you adopting? A:  We normally use International standards, but regarding frequency spectrum we may differ from other countries in allocating some frequencies.     Q:  Do you accept international test reports?  A:  Yes, this one of the requirements for our type approval.     Q:  Do you perform any local tests for the application? If you perform, what kind of samples you need?  A:  Tests are rarely required, we inform the applicant in case we need a sample.     Q:  Does type approval involves any charge? A:  Yes, the amount will depend on the type of equipment and availability of type approval references from other countries.     Q:  Should the certificate be included in the manual? A:  There is no specific requirement.     Q:  Do you have any safety or type approval marks which must be put on the product? A:  No specific marking required for the Bahrain market, but internationally agreed safety marks and type approval labels, as applicable, must be present.     Q:  Do we need to put User Notices in the manual, like warnings, etc? A:  There are no specific requirements, you can put whatever serves users.     Q:  If I need to import Cordless Telephones for my own use or for sale, what is required? A:  You need to be aware about the following: · Required specifications:     o Analogue cordless telephones - frequency band 43MHz to 49MHz and max power output of 300mW.     o DECT digital cordless phones – frequency band 1,880MHz to 1,900MHz. · The cordless telephone will not be allowed if the above information is not available. · Cordless Telephones with external antennas are not allowed. · If the number of sets is more than 2, then there will be a charge.     Q: Is there a need for type approval for keyless car doors or similar remote control devices using radio frequency or infra red? A:  Such devices fall outside the current TRA responsibilities. The Directorate of Wireless Licensing, Frequency and Management (DWL, F&M - Tel: +973 17 715111) is the organisation responsible for providing approval for these devices.