BIS Registration (CRS) for Television Other Than Plasma/ Lcd/led TVs– IS 616

The Compulsory Registration Scheme under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) requires that any company selling televisions other than Plasma/LCD/LED TVs in India must test their products through a BIS-accredited laboratory before selling them in the Indian Market. The requirement outlines the proper guidelines for design, construction, installation, testing, and protection to ensure a safe means of operation throughout the product's life.

 

Television sets that are not Plasma/LCD/LED are required to conform to Indian standard 616 to ensure that video/audio and computers/IT equipment are manufactured in safe and reliable conditions in India. The requirements of IS 616  for Television Models (Non-LCD/LED/Plasma) consider protection against hidden dangers such as electric shock, excessive heat, fire hazards, and physical and mechanical issues that may occur during normal operating conditions and/or in abnormal operating conditions.

 

Note: According to the recent Central Government update, Indian Standard 616 has been superseded by IS/IEC 62368 (Part 1). To know more, connect with the ERCS Private Limited Team.

 

Key Specifications of Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs.

Televisions other than Plasma, LCD, or LED types such as projection TVs, CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) models, are used by people in various industrial, educational, and specialized fields. 

The Government of India, with the Bureau of Indian Standards, has made television registration mandatory for manufacturers through the Compulsory Registration Scheme, which requires all manufacturers to register their products under IS 616. The BIS has outlined all requirements that manufacturers must follow to produce their products according to the Indian Standard. The BIS provides manufacturers with complete access to all activities, which include exporting and importing, producing and selling, and distributing their products within the Indian market.

 

Key Highlights for IS 616 for Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs

Specifications for Televisions (Not Including Plasma / LCD / LED) per IS 616 under CRS

• The scope of the IS 616  Series is for televisions (other than plasma) that fall under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), and thus, are subject to compulsory registration with the BV.
• Television under the CRS would be manufactured, imported, sold, or distributed for commercial purposes only if they are registered with the CRS.
• The goal of the CRS is to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, heat, and mechanical hazards associated with electrical equipment.
• Television sets must be constructed in such a way as to prevent electric shock through sufficient insulation, by having a safe working voltage, and through the provision of an earthing system where applicable.
• A minimum of adequate clearance and creepage distances must be provided, in accordance with Appendix B of IS 616, and insulation resistance and dielectric strength tests must be conducted.

 

BIS CRS Registration Benefits for Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs

The benefits of this registration to manufacturers and consumers can be:

• Customs Clearance: This certification is particularly important to international manufacturers who need to ensure smooth customs clearance operations for their products. In the absence of this certification, their products could be subject to large penalty fees.
• Access to Sales Channels: Major e-commerce portals and retail chains generally require electronic products sellers to have access to a valid R-number (unique registration number).
• Rigorous Testing: All models must undergo a testing process in a BIS-recognised lab to ensure that the model conforms to the safety standards specified by the IS 616.
• Risk Mitigation: Testing also ensures safety from electrical shock, fire resulting from faulty wires, and overheating, which are essential requirements to run high-performance display devices like OLED or Smart TVs, which continuously draw power.

 

Documents required for BIS registration of IS 616 in India 

Below, you can go through the list of important documents required for BIS Registration of Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs:

• Filled and signed CDF (Customer Declaration Form)/CCL (Customer Compliance List)
• Correctly filled BIS registration application for the product.
• A copy of the manufacturing license, with an accompanying English translation and local language version if applicable.
• Document containing the authorised activities of the manufacturing unit, in English and the local language.
• Proof of certification to quality management system.
• Sample product label or marking information for BIS compliance.
• Required if the signatory of the application is not the head of the manufacturing unit.
• Copy of the product's registered trademark.
• A letter of consent from a third-party owner, if the trademark belongs to them.
• Provide proof of registration with AIR in India for foreign manufacturers, as well as identification of the authorized signatory.

 

Applicable Test Parameters for Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs

There are many testing parameters given by the Bureau of Indian Standards for BIS Registration of IS 616: 

• Electrical Safety: Insulation resistance, electric strength, and protection against accidental contact with live parts.
• Fault Conditions: Testing for overheating and safety under abnormal operating conditions.
• Mechanical Strength: Durability of the enclosure and stability of the TV.
• Safety Critical Components: Evaluation of power transformers, capacitors, switches, and PCB materials.
• Environmental Tests: Resistance to heat, fire (flammability), and moisture.
• Marking and Labels: Proper labelling as per BIS requirements. 

 

Checklist of Points To Consider for BIS Registration

As a manufacturer or importer, you must go through these important points before registration:

• Select a BIS-recognized testing lab and an experienced Service provider.
• In selecting a laboratory to conduct the sample test, it is also important to understand that the license of the laboratory should not be suspended.
• The following documents should be signed by the manufacturer, brand owner, and the Authorized Indian Representative:
• In the Design Data Form-CDF, the product details have to be provided accurately, and in the Critical Components List-CCL, the details regarding the product component have to be correct.
• The test report is valid for 3 months/90 days, prior to which you have to submit to BIS.
• All documents should be prepared prior to the sample's testing in the lab.

 

Process of BIS CRS Certification of IS 616 in India

The process involved in the registration varies, whether the person registering is an Indian manufacturer or a foreign manufacturer. We shall take a look at how an Indian manufacturer registers for a BIS CRS.

The steps involved in the registration process of foreign manufacturers are given below:

• You must have a representative from India.
• This is the representative for your company in the registration process.
• You must register an account on the BIS portal.
• Once you are registered for an account, you can then apply for your BIS application online by completing the online BIS Application.
• Conduct testing of the samples at a BIS-accredited laboratory and upload the laboratory results file to the BIS portal.
• Pay the fee to the BIS and submit your application to the BIS.
• The BIS will then review your application.
• If there are no deficiencies in your application, BIS will issue a Certificate of 
  Conformance (License).

 

The following is an overview of the steps applicable to domestic manufacturers:

• You have to register for an account on the BIS portal.
• Once you have registered for an account, you can proceed to submit your BIS application online by filling out the Online BIS Application.
• You need to get the testing of samples done at a BIS laboratory and upload the results file on the BIS Portal.
• The necessary fee has to be paid to BIS, and then your application must be submitted to BIS.
• BIS will review your application.
• If there is no such deficit in your application, then a Certificate of Conformance (License) is issued by the BIS.

 

BIS CRS Registration Fees in India for IS 616

The fees for BIS registration of the Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs are given below:

Why Choose ERCS Private Limited for BIS Registration of IS 616?

ERCS Private Limited delivers expert end-to-end consulting to facilitate BIS registration for IS 616 certification quickly, cost-effectively, and in complete compliance with regulations for audio/video devices and ICT equipment. The company excels at guiding its clients safely through the transition to the new hazard-based standard with minimal chances of rejection and/or delay in the process of compulsory registration.

ERCS helps you through each step of the BIS registration process, from documentation to product classification, testing of samples, and submission, so that all the requirements of IS 616 are met. They are aware of the current policies of BIS, which is important to avoid any rework or rejection.