Most of the radio equipment in general use is affixed with the mark of technical regulations conformity certification (Technical Conformity Mark
) for specified radio equipment.
Please be very careful when purchasing or using radio equipment that does not have the markaffixed as it is possible that it is unlicensed or illegal.
Mobile phone
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Q21
Is the Technical Conformity Mark also affixed to mobile phones?
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A21
Yes, the Technical Conformity Mark is affixed to mobile phones. In many cases, it is displayed in the location where the battery is stored. Please check by removing the battery cover.
A radio station license is also needed for mobile phones. These licenses are obtained in bulk by mobile phone business operators.
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Q22
Does PHS (Personal Handy-phone System) also have the Technical Conformity Mark?
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A22
Yes, the Technical Conformity Mark is also affixed to PHS (Personal Handy-phone System). In many cases, it is displayed in the location where the battery is stored. Please check by removing the battery cover. PHS (Personal Handy-phone System) can be used without a radio station license, as long as the Technical Conformity Mark is affixed.
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Q23
I am having trouble getting connections on my mobile phone and would like to attach relay equipment an antenna. What should I do?
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A23
Installation of relay equipment for mobile phones by individuals is not approved. (Installation by individuals constitutes an infringement of the Radio Law, and is liable to prosecution and fines.)
If you are having problems with connections for your mobile phone, please consult with the mobile phone business operator. -
Q24
Products to make connections for mobile phones easier are for sale on the Internet. Is it OK to purchase such products?
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A24
Installation of relay equipment for mobile phones by individuals is not approved. (Installation by individuals constitutes an infringement of the Radio Law, and is liable to prosecution and fines.)
If you are having problems with connections for your mobile phone, please consult with the mobile phone business operator. -
Q25
As I was having problems getting connected with my mobile phone, attached an antenna installed relay equipment. Is this illegal?
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A25
If it is relay equipment that was installed following a contract with the mobile phone business operator, it is not illegal. (Please be careful as installation of relay equipment for mobile phones by individuals constitutes an infringement of the Radio Law, and is liable to prosecution and fines.)
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Q26
Even though I cannot get through on my mobile phones when I am outside, I sometimes can get connected when I am indoors. Is this not a problem?
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A26
It is possible that the mobile phone business operator has put in place a service to enable indoor use of mobile phones, or that the signals get through due to special circumstances.
It is also possible that an illegal relay equipment of mobile phone has been installed.
For details, please make inquiries at your nearest Bureau of Telecommunications.
If you have questions or issues about the Technical Conformity Mark that are not covered by the above, please make inquiries at the "Q&A on Technical Conformity Mark" desk of your nearest Bureau of Telecommunications.
Also, explanations can be given to you concerning the radio equipment you own at the "Q&A on Technical Conformity Mark" desk of your nearest Bureau of Telecommunications.