Saso Cispr 15

SASO CISPR 15:2020
CISPR 15:2018
LIMITS AND METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIO

DISTURBANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF ELECTRICAL
LIGHTING AND SIMILAR EQUIPMENT
ICS 17.220.20
Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Org (SASO)

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this document is a draft saudi standard circulated for comment. it is,
therefore subject to change and may not be referred to as a saudi standard
until approved by the board of directors .
Foreword
The Saudi Standards ,Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO)has

adopted the International standard No. CISPR 15:2018:2019 “LIMITS AND
METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIO DISTURBANCE
CHARACTERISTICS OF ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND SIMILAR
EQUIPMENT ” issued by (IEC). The text of this international standard has
been translated into Arabic so as to be approved as a Saudi standard.
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SAUDI STANDADR SASO CISPR 15: 2020
CONTENTS
FOREWORD ................................................................................................................ 6
1 Scope ................................................................................................................... 8
2 Normative references ........................................................................................... 9
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms ........................................................... 10
3.1 General ...................................................................................................... 10
3.2 General terms and definitions .................................................................... 10
3.3 Terms and definitions related to equipment ................................................ 11
3.4 Terms and definitions related to interfaces and ports ................................. 14
3.5 Abbreviated terms ...................................................................................... 16
4 Limits ................................................................................................................. 18
4.1 General ...................................................................................................... 18
4.2 Frequency ranges ...................................................................................... 18
4.3 Limits and methods for the assessment of wired network ports .................. 18
4.3.1 Electric power supply interface ........................................................... 18
4.3.2 Wired network interfaces other than power supply .............................. 19
4.4 Limits and methods for the assessment of local wired ports ....................... 19
4.5 Limits and methods for the assessment of the enclosure port .................... 21
4.5.1 General .............................................................................................. 21
4.5.2 Frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz ...................................................... 21
4.5.3 Frequency range 30 MHz to 1 GHz ..................................................... 22
5 Application of the limits ....................................................................................... 23
5.1 General ...................................................................................................... 23
5.2 Identification of the interfaces subject to test ............................................. 23
5.3 Application of limits to the interfaces .......................................................... 23
5.3.1 General .............................................................................................. 23
5.3.2 Conducted disturbance requirements for the wired network port ......... 23
5.3.3 Conducted disturbance requirements for local wired ports .................. 24
5.3.4 Radiated disturbance requirements for the enclosure port .................. 24
5.3.5 Multiple interfaces of the same type .................................................... 25
5.3.6 Interfaces that can be categorised as multiple types of ports .............. 25
6 Product specific limit application requirements .................................................... 25
6.1 General ...................................................................................................... 25
6.2 Passive EUT .............................................................................................. 25
6.3 Rope lights ................................................................................................ 26
6.3.1 General .............................................................................................. 26
6.3.2 Requirements for rope lights ............................................................... 26
6.4 Modules ..................................................................................................... 26
6.4.1 General .............................................................................................. 26
6.4.2 Modules having multiple applications .................................................. 26
6.4.3 Internal modules ................................................................................. 26
6.4.4 External modules ................................................................................ 27
6.4.5 Single capped self-ballasted lamps ..................................................... 27
6.4.6 Double-capped self-ballasted lamps, double-capped lamp adapters,
double-capped semi-luminaires and double-capped retrofit lamps used
in fluorescent lamp luminaires ............................................................ 27
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6.4.7 ELV lamps .......................................................................................... 27

6.4.8 Single-capped semi-luminaires ........................................................... 27
6.4.9 Independent igniters ........................................................................... 28
6.4.10 Replaceable starters for fluorescent lamps ......................................... 28
7 Operating and test conditions of the EUT ............................................................ 28
7.1 General ...................................................................................................... 28
7.2 Switching ................................................................................................... 28
7.3 Supply voltage and frequency .................................................................... 28
7.4 Rated lamp load and light regulation .......................................................... 28
7.5 Operating modes ....................................................................................... 29
7.6 Ambient conditions..................................................................................... 29
7.7 Lamps ........................................................................................................ 29
7.7.1 Type of lamps used in lighting equipment ........................................... 29
7.7.2 Ageing times ....................................................................................... 29
7.8 Stabilization times ...................................................................................... 29
7.9 Operation and loading of wired interfaces .................................................. 29
7.9.1 General .............................................................................................. 29
7.9.2 Interface intended for a continuous signal or data transmission .......... 29
7.9.3 Interface not intended for a continuous signal or data transmission .... 30
7.9.4 Load ................................................................................................... 30
8 Methods of measurement of conducted disturbances .......................................... 30
8.1 General ...................................................................................................... 30
8.2 Measurement instrumentation and methods ............................................... 30
8.3 Electrical power supply interface disturbance measurement ....................... 31
8.4 Disturbance measurement of wired network int erfaces other than power
supply ........................................................................................................ 31
8.5 Local wired port disturbance measurement ................................................ 32
8.5.1 Electrical power supply of ELV lamps ................................................. 32
8.5.2 Other than electrical power supply of ELV lamps ................................ 32
9 Methods of measurement of radiated disturbances ............................................. 32
9.1 General ...................................................................................................... 32
9.2 Intentional wireless transmitters ................................................................. 32
9.3 Measurement instrumentation and methods ............................................... 32
9.3.1 General .............................................................................................. 32
9.3.2 LLAS radiated disturbance measurement 9 kHz to 30 MHz ................. 33
9.3.3 Loop antenna radiated disturbance measurement 9 kHz to 30 MHz .... 33
9.3.4 Radiated disturbance measurement 30 MHz to 1 GHz ........................ 34
10 Compliance with this document .......................................................................... 34
11 Measurement uncertainty ................................................................................... 34
12 Test report .......................................................................................................... 35
Annex A (normative) Product specific application notes referring to particular
measurement set-ups or operating conditions ............................................................ 39
A.1 Single-capped self-ballasted lamps ............................................................ 39
A.1.1 Arrangement for conducted disturbance measurements ...................... 39
A.1.2 Arrangement for radiated disturbance measurements ......................... 39
A.2 Semi-luminaires ......................................................................................... 39
A.3 Rope lights ................................................................................................ 39
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A.3.1 Preparation of the EUT ....................................................................... 39

A.3.2 Arrangement for conducted disturbance measurements ...................... 39
A.3.3 Arrangement for radiated disturbance measurements ......................... 39
A.4 Double-capped lamp adapters, double-capped self-ballasted lamps, double-
capped semi-luminaires and double-capped retrofit lamps used in
fluorescent lamp luminaires ....................................................................... 40
A.4.1 For application in linear luminaires with electromagnetic controlgear .. 40
A.4.2 For application in linear luminaires with electronic controlgear ............ 40
A.4.3 For application in other than linear luminaires ..................................... 40
A.4.4 Measurement methods ....................................................................... 40
A.5 ELV lamps ................................................................................................. 40
A.5.1 Conducted disturbance test ................................................................ 40
A.5.2 Radiated disturbance tests ................................................................. 41
A.6 Independent igniters .................................................................................. 41
Annex B (normative) Test arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements .. 47
B.1 General ...................................................................................................... 47
B.2 Arrangement of cables connected to interfaces of wired network ports ....... 47
B.2.1 Arrangements of electric power supply cables .................................... 47
B.2.2 Arrangement of other than electric power supply cables ..................... 47
B.3 Arrangement of cables connected to interfaces of local wired ports ............ 47
B.3.1 General .............................................................................................. 47
B.3.2 Cables of local-wired ports indirectly connected to a network ............. 48
B.3.3 Cables of local-wired ports other than the type mentioned in B.3.2 ..... 48
B.3.4 Power-supply cables of an ELV lamp .................................................. 48
B.3.5 Arrangement of measurement probes ................................................. 49
B.4 Loading and termination of cables .............................................................. 49
B.5 Luminaires ................................................................................................. 49
B.6 Modules ..................................................................................................... 50
Annex C (normative) Test arrangements for radiated disturbance measurements ..... 54
C.1 General ...................................................................................................... 54
C.2 Arrangements of electric power supply cables ............................................ 54
C.3 Arrangement of cables other than electric power supply cables .................. 54
C.4 Arrangements of EUT, auxiliary equipment and associated equipment ....... 54
C.4.1 General .............................................................................................. 54
C.4.2 EUT arrangements for table-top, wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted
applications ........................................................................................ 54
C.4.3 EUT arrangements for floor-standing and pole-mounted applications .. 54
C.5 Loading and termination of cables .............................................................. 54
Annex D (informative) Examples of application of limits and test methods ................. 58
D.1 General ...................................................................................................... 58
D.2 Case 1: Power controlgear with remote battery connection ........................ 58
D.2.1 EUT description .................................................................................. 58
D.2.2 Interfaces, ports and limits .................................................................. 58
D.3 Case 2: Universal presence and light detector ........................................... 59
D.4 Case 3: Driver with three load interfaces .................................................... 61
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D.5 Case 4: Ethernet powered OLED ............................................................... 62
D.6 Case 5: Stand-alone occupancy-daylight sensor ........................................ 63
Annex E (informative) Statistical considerations in the determination of EMC
compliance of mass-produced products ..................................................................... 65
E.1 General ...................................................................................................... 65
E.2 Test method based on a general margin to the limit ................................... 65
E.3 Test method based on the non-central t-distribution ................................... 66
E.3.1 Practical implementation by using frequency sub-ranges .................... 66
E.3.2 Frequency sub-ranges ........................................................................ 67
E.3.3 Data distortion occurring at a sub-range boundary .............................. 67
E.4 Test method based on the binomial distribution .......................................... 68
E.5 Application of larger sample size................................................................ 68
Bibliography ............................................................................................................... 69
Figure 1 – EMC-ports of an EUT ................................................................................ 16

Figure 2 – Generic depiction of the definitions of test-, ancillary-, auxiliary- and
associated equipment w.r.t. EUT and the test/measurement environment (definitions
given in CISPR 16-2-3) .............................................................................................. 18
Figure 3 – EUT and its physical interfaces ................................................................. 36
Figure 4 – Decision process on the application of limits to the EUT ............................ 37
Figure 5 – Example of a host system with different types of modules ......................... 38
Figure A.1 – Reference luminaire for double-capped lamp adapter, double-capped self-
ballasted lamp, double-capped semi-luminaire and double-capped retrofit lamp used in
linear fluorescent lamp luminaires (see A.4.1) ............................................................ 42
Figure A.2 – Conical metal housing for single capped lamps (see A.1.1) .................... 43
Figure A.3 – Arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements from non -
restricted ELV lamps (see A.5.1) ................................................................................ 44
Figure A.4 – Arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements from restricted
ELV lamps (see A.5.1) ............................................................................................... 45
Figure A.5 – Hose-clamp reference luminaire for self-ballasted lamps with a
GU10 bayonet cap (see A.1.1) ................................................................................... 46
Figure A.6 – Support plate for arranging long cables and rope lights
(see 9.3.2, Clauses A.3 and B.3) ............................................................................... 46
Figure B.1 – Circuit for measuring conducted disturbances from a luminaire
(Figure B.1a), an internal/mounted/replaceable module (Figure B.1b) and a single
capped self-ballasted or independent non-gas-discharge lamp Figure B.1c) .............. 51
Figure B.2 – Circuit for measuring conducted disturbances from an external module . 52
Figure B.3 – Measuring arrangements for conducted disturbances (see Clause B.5) .. 53
Figure C.1 – EUT arrangement of ceiling-, wall-mounted and table-top applications
during the radiated (OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement .......................... 55
Figure C.2 – EUT arrangement of floor-standing and pole-mounted applications during
the radiated (OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement ..................................... 56
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Figure C.3 – Example of arrangement of a luminaire during the radiated (OATS, SAC
or FAR) disturbance measurement ............................................................................. 56
Figure C.4 – Example of arrangement of an internal module during the radiated
(OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement ........................................................ 57
Figure C.5 – Example of arrangement of an external module during the radiated
(OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement ........................................................ 57
Figure D.1 – Case 1 EUT ........................................................................................... 58
Figure D.2 – Case 2 EUT ........................................................................................... 60
Figure D.3 – Case 3 EUT ........................................................................................... 61
Figure D.4 – Case 4 EUT ........................................................................................... 62
Figure D.5 – Case 5 EUT ........................................................................................... 63
Figure E.1 – Illustration of difficulties in case the maximum value of the disturbance is
at the boundary of a sub-range .................................................................................. 68
Table 1 – Disturbance voltage limits at the electric power supply interface ................. 19
Table 2 – Disturbance voltage limits at wired network interfaces other than power
supply ........................................................................................................................ 19
Table 3 – Disturbance current limits at wired network interfaces other than power
supply ........................................................................................................................ 19
Table 4 – Disturbance voltage limits of local wired ports: electrical power supply
interface of non-restricted ELV lamps ........................................................................ 20
Table 5 – Disturbance voltage limits at local wired ports: local wired ports other than
electrical power supply interface of ELV lamp ............................................................ 20
Table 6 – Disturbance current limits at local wired ports: local wired ports other than
electrical power supply interface of ELV lamp ............................................................ 20
Table 7 – Maximum EUT dimension that can be used for testing using LLAS with
different diameters ..................................................................................................... 21
Table 8 – LLAS radiated disturbance limits in the frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz .. 21
Table 9 – Loop antenna radiated disturbance limits in the frequency range 9 kHz to
30 MHz for equipment with a dimension > 1,6 m ........................................................ 22
Table 10 – Radiated disturbance limits and associated measurement methods in the
frequency range 30 MHz to 1 GHz ............................................................................. 22
Table 11 – Overview of standardized conducted disturbance measurement methods . 31
Table 12 – Overview of standardized radiated disturbance measurement methods .... 33
Table D.1 – Case 1: Summary of interfaces, applicable ports and limits ..................... 59
Table D.2 – Case 2 – Application 1: Summary of interfaces, applicable ports and
limits .......................................................................................................................... 60
Table D.3 – Case 2 – Application 2: Summary of interfaces, applicable ports and
limits .......................................................................................................................... 61
Table E.1 – General margin to the limit for statistical evaluation ................................ 65
Table E.2 – Sample size and corresponding k factor in a non-central t-distribution ..... 67
Table E.3 – Application of the binomial distribution .................................................... 68
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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION

INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON RADIO INTERFERENCE
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LIMITS AND METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF

RADIO DISTURBANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF
ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND SIMILAR EQUIPMENT
FOREWORD
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International Standard CISPR 15 has been prepared by subcommittee CIS/F: Interference

relating to household appliances tools, lighting equipment and similar apparatus, of IEC
technical committee CISPR: International special committee on radio interference.
This ninth edition cancels and replaces the eighth edition published in 2013 and its Amendment
1:2015. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) full editorial revision and restructuring;

b) the restriction to mains and battery operation is deleted in the scope;
c) radiated disturbance limits in the frequency range 300 MHz to 1 GHz have been introduced;
d) the load terminals limits and the CDNE (alternative to radiated emissions) limits have
changed;
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e) deletion of the insertion-loss requirements and the associated Annex A;

f) introduction of three basic ports: wired network ports, local wired ports and the enclosure
port;
g) introduction of a more technology-independent approach;
h) replacement of Annex B (CDNE) by appropriate references to CISPR 16-series of standards;
i) modified requirements for the metal holes of the conical housing;
j) new conducted disturbance measurement method for GU1 0 self-ballasted lamp;
k) addition of current probe measurement method and limits for various types of ports (in
addition to voltage limits and measurement methods);
l) introduction of the term ‘module’ (instead of independent auxiliary) and requirements for
measurement of modules using a host (reference) system;
m) modified specifications for stabilization times of EUTs;
n) for large EUT (> 1,6 m), addition of the magnetic field measurement method using a 60 cm
loop antenna at 3 m distance (method from CISPR 14-1) as an alternative to the 3 m and
4 m LAS.
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
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CIS/F/733/FDIS CIS/F/736/RVD
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LIMITS AND METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF

RADIO DISTURBANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF
ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND SIMILAR EQUIPMENT
1 Scope
This document applies to the emission (radiated and conducted) of radiofrequency disturbances
from:
– lighting equipment (3.3.16);

– the lighting part of multi-function equipment where this lighting part is a primary function;
NOTE 1 Examples are lighting equipment with visible-light communication, entertainment lighting.
– UV and IR radiation equipment for residential and non-industrial applications;

– advertising signs;
NOTE 2 Examples are neon tube advertising signs.
– decorative lighting;
– emergency signs.
Excluded from the scope of this document are:
– components or modules intended to be built into lighting equipment and which are not user-
replaceable;
NOTE 3 See CISPR 30 (all parts) for built-in controlgear.
– lighting equipment operating in the ISM frequency bands (as defined in Resolution 63 (1979)
of the ITU Radio Regulation);
– lighting equipment for aircraft and airfield facilities (runways, service facilities, platforms);
– video signs;
– installations;
– equipment for which the electromagnetic compatibility requirements in the radio-frequency
range are explicitly formulated in other CISPR standards, even if they incorporate a built-in
lighting function.
NOTE 4 Examples of exclusions are:
– equipment with built-in lighting devices for display back lighting, scale illumination and signaling;
– SSL-displays;
– range hoods, refrigerators, freezers;
– photocopiers, projectors;
– lighting equipment for road vehicles (in scope of CISPR 12).
The frequency range covered is 9 kHz to 400 GHz. No measurements need to be performed at
frequencies where no limits are specified in this document.
Multi-function equipment which is subjected simultaneously to different clauses of this

document and/or other standards need to meet the provisions of each clause/standard with the
relevant functions in operation.
For equipment outside the scope of this document and which includes lighting as a secondary
function, there is no need to separately assess the lighting function against this document,
provided that the lighting function was operative during the assessment in accordance with the
applicable standard.
NOTE 5 Examples of equipment with a secondary lighting function can be range hoods, fans, refrigerators, freezers,
ovens and TV with ambient lighting.
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The radiated emission requirements in this document are not intended to be applicable to the
intentional transmissions from a radio transmitter as defined by the ITU, nor to any spurious
emissions related to these intentional transmissions.
Within the remainder of this document, wherever the term "lighting equipment" or "EUT" is used,
it is meant to be the electrical lighting and similar equipment falling in the scope of this document
as specified in this clause.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies.
For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including a ny
amendments) applies.
IEC 60038, IEC standard voltages
IEC 60050-161, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV) – Chapter 161: Electromagnetic

compatibility
IEC 60050-845:1987, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Chapter 845: Lighting
IEC 60061-1, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability
and safety – Part 1: Lamp caps
IEC 60081, Double-capped fluorescent lamps – Performance specifications
IEC 60598-1:2014, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests

IEC 60598-1:2014/AMD1:2017
IEC 60921, Ballasts for tubular fluorescent lamps – Performance requirements
IEC 61000-4-20:2010: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-20: Testing and

measurement techniques – Emission and immunity testing in transverse electromagnetic (TEM)
waveguides
IEC 61195, Double-capped fluorescent lamps – Safety specifications
IEC 62504:2014, General lighting – Light emitting diode (LED) products and related equipment
– Terms and definitions
CISPR 16-1-1:2015, Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and
methods – Part 1-1: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus – Measuring
apparatus
methods – Part 1-2: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus – Coupling devices
for conducted disturbance measurements
methods – Part 1-4: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus – Antennas and test
sites for radiated disturbance measurements
CISPR 16-1-4:2010/AMD1:2012
CISPR 16-1-4:2010/AMD2:2017
methods – Part 2-1: Methods of measurement of disturbances and immunity – Conducted
disturbance measurements
CISPR 16-2-1:2014/AMD1:2017
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methods – Part 2-3: Methods of measurement of disturbances and immunity – Radiated
disturbance measurements
methods – Part 4-2: Uncertainties, statistics and limit modelling – Measurement instrumentation
uncertainty
CISPR 16-4-2:2011/AMD1:2014
CISPR TR 30-1:2012, Test method on electromagnetic emissions – Part 1: Electronic control

gear for single- and double-capped fluorescent lamps
CISPR 32:2015, Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Emission

requirements
ISO/IEC 17025:2005 1, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration
laboratories
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms

3.1 General
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in IEC 60050-161,
IEC 62504, IEC 60050-845 and the following apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following
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3.2 General terms and definitions
3.2.1
base of the luminaire
mounting surface of the luminaire in normal use, usually the side opposite of the optical window
3.2.2
clock frequency
fundamental frequency of any signal used in the EUT excluding those generated inside an
integrated circuit (IC) and which are solely used inside the same IC without being accessible
outside that IC, and excluding those used exclusively for radi o transmission or radio receiving
functions
Note 1 to entry: High frequencies are often generated inside integrated circuits (IC) by phase -locked-loop (PLL)
circuits from lower clock oscillator frequencies outside the IC.
3.2.3
ELV
extra-low voltage
voltage which does not exceed 50 V AC or 120 V ripple free DC between conductors or between
any conductor and earth (voltage band 1 of IEC 60449) applied to load interfaces supplying
power to lighting equipment, excluding interfaces u sed for communication or data transfer
Note 1 to entry: Ripple free is conventionally defined for sinusoidal ripple voltage as ripple content of not more than
10 % RMS: the maximum peak value does not exceed 140 V for a nominal 120 V ripple-free DC system.
[SOURCE: IEC 61347-1:2015 + AMD1:2017, 3.27, modified – The definition has been
rephrased.]
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1 This edition was replaced by ISO/IEC 17025:2017 but the listed edition applies.
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3.2.4
inductive power transfer
process of inductive transfer of electrical energy over time from a source to a separate load
when these are placed in physical (but not electrical) contact or in close proximity with each
other
EXAMPLE: Examples are rechargeable luminaires incorporating i nductive power transfer or electrodeless lamps
with inductive power transfer.
Note 1 to entry: If in addition a radio technology, as defined by the ITU, is used or superimposed to the power
transfer function of inductive power transfer equipment for the purpose of data communication then the applicable
standards for this radio technology apply.
Note 2 to entry: Any propagation of electromagnetic energy outside of the system of inductive power sour ce and
load is seen as electromagnetic disturbance and therefore subject to assessment by this standard.
3.2.5
optical window
side of the lighting equipment from which the light emanates
3.2.6
primary function
function of an equipment which is defined as such by the manufacturer
3.2.7
secondary function
any function of an equipment not being essential for fulfilling the primary function, defined by
the manufacturer
3.2.8
test arrangement
specific arrangement of the EUT, cabling and auxiliary equipment during the test
3.3 Terms and definitions related to equipment

3.3.1
advertising sign
unit which makes use of lighting for advertising, traffic signage, road signs or alike
3.3.2
ancillary equipment
transducers (e.g. current and voltage probes and artificial networks) and other equipment (e.g.
cables, preamplifier, attenuators, filters, adapters) connected to a measuring receiver or to the
EUT and used in the disturbance signal transfer between the EUT and the measuring receiver
Note 1 to entry: Within CISPR publications various different definitions are given for associated, auxiliary and
ancillary equipment. The definitions given in this document are based on CISPR 16-2-3. See also 3.3.3 and 3.3.4.
Note 2 to entry: See also Figure 2.
[SOURCE: CISPR 16-2-3:2016, 3.1.2, modified – Examples in the definition and Notes to entry
have been added.]
3.3.3
associated equipment
AE
apparatus, that is not part of the system under test, but needed to help exercise the EUT
EXAMPLE: Equipment to generate lighting control signals.
[SOURCE: CISPR 16-2-3:2016, 3.1.5, modified – The example and Note 1 to entry have been
added.]
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3.3.4
auxiliary equipment
AuxEq
peripheral equipment that is part of the system under test
EXAMPLE: In CISPR TR 30-1 or CISPR TR 30-2, the reference luminaire, in case a ballast or driver is tested.
[SOURCE: CISPR 16-2-3:2016; 3.1.6, modified – The example and the Note to entry have been
added.]
3.3.5
controlgear
electrical device between the supply and one or more light source(s) which may serve to
transform the supply voltage, limit the current of the light source(s) to the required value,
provide starting voltage and preheating current, prevent cold sta rting, correct power factor,
reduce radio interference, include means for dimming, and further control functions
Note 1 to entry: This definition deviates from IEC 60598-1.
[SOURCE: IEC 62504:2014; 3.6.1, modified – The abbreviation ‘LED’ in the term is removed
and various modifications in the definition.]
3.3.6
decorative lighting
equipment that emits light for atmospheric, artistic or ambiance purposes
3.3.7
double-capped lamp adapter
component designed to be installed into luminaires which are constructed for lamps of one tube
diameter (according IEC 60081 and IEC 61195) and one specific tube length for the purpose of
allowing them to receive lamps of another tube diameter or another tube length instead
Note 1 to entry: A lamp adapter may incorporate a switch or a fuse or an electronic lamp controlgear for HF lamp
operation.
3.3.8
double-capped self-ballasted lamp
unit which cannot be dismantled without being permanently damaged, provided with one or
more light sources and two lamp caps and any additional elements necessary for starting and
stable operation of the light source
Note 1 to entry: See Notes 1 and 2 to entry given in 3.3.21.
3.3.9
double-capped semi-luminaire
unit similar to a self-ballasted lamp but designed to utilize a replaceable light source and/or
starting device
Note 1 to entry: Semi-luminaires for compact fluorescent lamps and for incandescent lamps, sometimes called
adapters, are devices equipped, on the one side, with an IEC 60061-1 standardized lamp cap to allow mounting in a
standard lampholder and, on the other side, with a lampholder to allow the insertion of a replaceable light source.
Note 2 to entry: The light source component and/or starting device of a semi luminaire is readily replaceable.
Note 3 to entry: For gas-discharge technologies, the ballast component is not replaceable and is not disposed of
each time a light source is replaced.
3.3.10
double-capped retrofit lamp
tubular lamp applying a technology alternative to fluorescent technology and which can be used
as a replacement for double-capped fluorescent lamps without requiring any internal
modification in the luminaire and which, after installation, maintains the same level of safety of
the replaced lamp in the luminaire
Note 1 to entry: The replacement of a glow starter according to IEC 60155 with LED replacement starter having the
same dimensions and fit, for the correct functioning of the double -capped LED lamp is not considered as a
modification to the luminaire.
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3.3.11
electrodeless lamp
gas discharge lamp in which the power required to generate light is transferred from outside
the lamp envelope to the gas inside via an electric or magnetic field
3.3.12
equipment-under-test
EUT
equipment in the scope of this document subjected to EMC (emission) compliance (conformity
assessment) tests
EXAMPLE: The EUT may be a luminaire including lamp(s), a self-ballasted lamp, a rope light or a module.
[SOURCE: CISPR 16-2-3:2016, 3.1.14, modified – Definition is modified and the example and
Note 2 to entry have been added.]
3.3.13
lamp
unit containing one or more light sources and one or two standardised caps for interfacing
3.3.14
LED light source
device containing an LED or collection of LEDs used for the purpose of illumination
3.3.15
light source
device emitting light produced by a transformation of electrical energy
Note 1 to entry: Lighting equipment emits light in the range from visible wavelength 400 nm to 780 nm.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-845:1987, 845-07-01, modified – The definition has been rephrased and
the Note to entry has been added.]
3.3.16
lighting equipment
device which can be used as an independent unit to illuminate a scene, objects or their
surroundings so that they can be seen, and modules designed to be used in or with such device
or assembly of devices
Note 1 to entry: Examples of lighting equipment are luminaires, self-ballasted lamps, ELV-lamps and modules which
are used for general purpose lighting, street/flood lighting intended for outdoor use , lighting installed in or on transport
vehicles and which is not in the scope of CISPR 12.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-845:1987, 845-09-01, modified – The definition has been rephrased.]
3.3.17
luminaire
lighting equipment which distributes, filters or transforms the light transmitted from one or more
lamps or light sources and which includes all the parts necessary for supporting, fixing and
protecting the lamps, but not usually the lamps themselves, and, where necessary, circuit
auxiliaries, together with the means to connect them to the supply, the driver, control units,
cabling, housing and mounting are included
Note 1 to entry: This definition comes from the definition given in the luminaire product standard IEC 60598-1. In
the latter standard a luminaire does not include a lamp, unless the lamp is an integral part. For the purpose of
emission testing in this document however, a luminaire always contains a lamp or a light source or resistive load.
[SOURCE: IEC 60598-1:2014, 1.2.1, modified – The definition has been rephrased.]
3.3.18
module
electronic or electrical part which serves a specific function or functions of a lighting application
and may contain radio-frequency sources, which is intended for application in a lu minaire or in
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an installation by an end user and which is intended to be marketed and/or sold separately from
a lighting apparatus or system
Note 1 to entry: Examples are: self-ballasted lamp, starter, controlgear, wall dimmer, control unit, LED module.
3.3.19
passive EUT
equipment which, by its inherent nature and physical characteristics such as absence of active
and fast variation or switching of currents or voltages , is incapable of generating or contributing
to electromagnetic emissions which exceed a level allowing radio reception to happen as
intended
Note 1 to entry: A passive EUT is not likely to produce any electromagnetic distu rbances. See 6.2.
Note 2 to entry: Mains rectifier diodes and an electronic starter that is only active during the starting phase is
considered to be a passive component.
3.3.20
restricted ELV lamp
ELV lamp with specific restrictions on the type of power supply and/or the cable length that can
be applied to it, as provided or specified by the manufacturer
Note 1 to entry: ELV lamps without detailed description of restrictions are non -restricted.
3.3.21
self-ballasted lamp
self-contained unit incorporating a light source and any additional elements that may be
necessary for starting and ensuring a stable operation of th e light source which cannot be
dismantled without being permanently damaged and which is connected to a lamp holder or
luminaire via one or two IEC 60061-1 standardized lamp caps
Note 1 to entry: The light source component of a self-ballasted lamp is not replaceable.
Note 2 to entry: For gas-discharge technologies, the ballast component is part of the self -ballasted lamp; it is not
part of the luminaire.
Note 3 to entry: The term “self-ballasted lamp” is used as a general term for designating all lamps that can operate
independent of other external accessories or auxiliary equipment, except for a lampholder. This includes gas-
discharge technologies as well as LED and OLED technologies.
[SOURCE: IEC 60598-1:2014, 1.2.59, modified – The definition has been rephrased, Notes 2
and 3 to entry have been modified and Note 4 to entry has been deleted.]
3.3.22
semi luminaire
device (sometimes called adapter) equipped, on the one side, with any IEC-standardised lamp
cap system to allow mounting in a standard lampholder and, on the other side, with a lampholder
to allow the insertion of a replaceable light source with a cap
3.3.23
UV and IR radiation equipment
optical radiation equipment operating at a wavelength between 780 nm to 1 mm or 1 nm to
400 nm
EXAMPLE: Examples are appliances used for medical and cosmetic care, and for instant zone heating .
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-731:1991 + AMD1:2016, 731-01-05 and 731-01-06, modified – The

definitions have been combined.]
3.4 Terms and definitions related to interfaces and ports

3.4.1
AC electric power supply interface
connection point to an external AC electrical supply network
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3.4.2
communication/data/network interface
point of connection for data and signalling transfers intended to interconnect widely dispersed
systems via such means as direct connection to multi-user telecommunications networks (e.g.
local area networks like Ethernet, token ring, etc.)
3.4.3
control interface
point at which a conductor or cable is attached to the lighting equipment for the purpose of
controlling the function of the equipment
3.4.4
DC electric power supply interface
connection point to an external DC electrical supply network
3.4.5
electric power supply interface
connection point at which a conductor or cable carrying the primary electrical power needed for
the operation (functioning) of the lighting equipment is connected , and through which also
conducted electromagnetic disturbance may couple to the electrom agnetic environment
Note 1 to entry: It is possible to connect cables to such an interface for transmission of electric power from DC
and/or AC mains power distribution systems which has a topology such that an electromagne tic disturbance easily
couples to the electromagnetic environment.
3.4.6
enclosure port
artificial non-intentional wireless interface of the lighting equipment through which
electromagnetic disturbances can radiate into the environment
Note 1 to entry: Based on IEC 61000-6-3:2006/AMD1:2010, 3.1.2.
Note 2 to entry: The artificial interface can consist of for instance seams and apertures in the physical metallic
enclosure, but also limited lengths of each of its wired interfaces. In the frequency range above 30 MHz typically one
third of a wavelength of the length of the wired interfaces can contribute to radiated disturbances. Therefore, also
included are wired interfaces to auxiliary equipment which are intended to be connected with cables of less than 3 m
length.
3.4.7
electrical interface
connection point of equipment at which a conductor or cable is attached for various purposes
such as powering, control or communication
EXAMPLES: See Figure 3.
3.4.8
functional earth
terminal of equipment intended for connection to an external grounding conductor for functional
and/or electromagnetic compatibility purposes
3.4.9
load interface
connection point of the lighting equipment providing electrical energy to another item of lighting
equipment
3.4.10
local wired port
interface of the lighting equipment which directly connects to cables that are not connected to
a network and have a length greater than or equal to 3 m, or that are indirectly connected to a
network via auxiliary equipment
EXAMPLE: Examples are, the electrical power supply interface of ELV lamp, an interface of a driver for connecting
a long ( 3 m) load cable with a light source, a control interface of a sensor for connecting a short
( 3 m) control cable with an AC mains-fed luminaire. See Annex D for examples.
Note 1 to entry: Such a port can emit electromagnetic disturbances .
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3.4.11
network
electrical installation consisting of equipment and interconnecting cables or wiring for the
transmission and distribution of electrical power, electrical signal for data transmission or
communication or alike
3.4.12
port
particular category of an interface of an EUT which provides a coupling path for electromagnetic
disturbances from the EUT into the electromagnetic environment specific for that category
Note 1 to entry: See Figure 1.
Enclosure port
Wired network ports EUT Local wired ports
IEC
NOTE The enclosure port may include other wired interfaces, with lengths less than 3 m (see 3.4.6).
Figure 1 – EMC-ports of an EUT
3.4.13
protective earth
equipment terminal intended for connection to an external conductor for protection against
electrical shock in case of a fault
3.4.14
wired network port
wired interface of the lighting equipment which connects to cables that are directly connected
to a network and through which conducted electromagnetic disturbances may be coupled to
that network
3.5 Abbreviated terms

AAN artificial asymmetrical network
AC alternating current
AE associated equipment
AMN artificial mains network
AuxEq auxiliary equipment
CDNE Coupling Decoupling Network Emission
CISPR Comité International Spécial des Perturbations Radioélectriques
CM common mode
CP current probe
CVP capacitive voltage probe
dB decibel
DC direct current
DALI Digital Addressable Lighting Interface
DM differential mode
E earth terminal
ELV extra-low voltage
EMC electromagnetic compatibility
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EUT equipment under test

FAR fully anechoic room
FE functional earth
GHz gigahertz
GU10 glass U-shaped housing and cap of a multifaceted reflector (MR) light bulb
Hz hertz
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IEV International Electrotechnical Vocabulary
IR infrared
ISM industrial, scientific and medical
ISN impedance stabilization network
ITE information technology equipment
ITU International Telecommunication Union
kHz kilohertz
L line
LAN local area network
LED light emitting diode
LLAS large loop antenna system
MHz megahertz
μΑ microampere
μF microfarad
μV microvolt
N neutral
N.A. not applicable
nF nanofarad
OATS open area test site
OLED organic light emitting diode
PE protective earth
PWM pulse width modulation
RF radio frequency
RGP reference-ground plane
SAC semi anechoic chamber
SSL solid state lighting
TEM transverse electromagnetic
TR technical report
UV ultraviolet
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Test/measurement equipment
Measurement receiver of
disturbance signals Boundary of the measurement or
test environment (either
conducted or radiated)
Ancillary equipment (transducer Test facility

to measure, couple or decouple Site or chamber which creates a
a disturbance) specified measurement or test
conditions or environment (for
Associated either conducted or radiated test)
equipment
(to exercise EUT) System under test
Equipment under test

Auxiliary equipment
AE EUT AuxEq (to create a host system and/or
representative test environment
AuxEq of the EUT)
IEC
Figure 2 – Generic depiction of the definitions of test-, ancillary-, auxiliary- and

associated equipment w.r.t. EUT and the test/measurement environment
(definitions given in CISPR 16-2-3)
4 Limits
4.1 General
The requirements for an EUT are given in this clause on the basis of three possible EMC ports
that can apply to each of the EUT interfaces : enclosure port, wired network port, and local wired
port. The port classification and the application of limit for each possible interface of an EUT is
specified in Clause 5 and in Clause 6.
Disturbance limits are specified for specific types of detectors, i.e. quasi -peak or average
detectors (see the specification of the CISPR receiver in CISPR 16 -1-1). If the applicable limits
over a specific frequency range are specified for both quasi -peak and average detectors,
provided the disturbance levels of the EUT are measured us ing the quasi-peak detector, and
are found to meet the average limits, then, the EUT shall be deemed to meet both limits and
the measurement with the average detector need not to be carried out for that frequency range.
In case different methods with associated limits can be applied, the test report shall state which
method and corresponding limits were used.
NOTE The limits in this document have been determined on a probabilistic basis. In exceptional cases, additional
provisions are required.
4.2 Frequency ranges

In 4.3, 4.4 and 4.5, limits and measurement methods for radio disturbance characteristics are
given as a function of frequency range. No measurements need to be performed at frequencies
where no limits are specified.
4.3 Limits and methods for the assessment of wired network ports
4.3.1 Electric power supply interface
The limits and measurement method for the assessment of conducted disturbance voltages at
the AC or DC electric power supply interface terminals for the frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz
are given in Table 1.
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Table 1 – Disturbance voltage limits at the electric power supply interface
Frequency range a Method

Limits
dB(V)
Quasi-peak Average
9 kHz to 50 kHz 110 –
50 kHz to 150 kHz 90 to 80 b –
CIPR 16-2-1 and
150 kHz to 0,5 MHz 66 to 56 b 56 to 46 b 8.3
0,5 MHz to 5,0 MHz 56 c 46 c

5 MHz to 30 MHz 60 50
a At the transition frequency, the lower limit applies.
b The limit decreases linearly with the logarithm of the frequency in the ranges 50 kHz to 150 kHz and 150 kHz
to 0,5 MHz.
c For lighting equipment incorporating exclusively electrodeless lamps, the limit in the frequency range of
2,2 MHz to 3,0 MHz is 73 dB(V) quasi-peak and 63 dB(V) average.
4.3.2 Wired network interfaces other than power supply

The limits and measurement methods for the assessment of conducted disturbance voltages at
wired network interfaces other than power supply for the frequency range 150 kHz to 30 MHz
are given in Table 2 and Table 3.
Either of the methods and the associated limits from Table 2 or Table 3 can be applied to
demonstrate compliance.
Table 2 – Disturbance voltage limits at wired network

interfaces other than power supply
Frequency range Limits Method

(MHz) dB(V)
Quasi-peak Average
0,15 to 0,50 84 to 74 74 to 64 CISPR 16-2-1 and 8.4
0,50 to 30 74 64
NOTE 1 The limits decrease linearly with the logarithm of the frequency in the range 0,15 MHz to 0,5 MHz.
NOTE 2 The disturbance voltage limits are derived for use with an artificial asymmetrical network (AAN) which
presents a common mode (asymmetric mode) impedance of 150  to the measured interface.
Table 3 – Disturbance current limits at wired network

interfaces other than power supply

(MHz) dB(A)
Quasi-peak Average
0,15 to 0,50 40 to 30 30 to 20 CISPR 16-2-1 and 8.4
0,50 to 30 30 20
NOTE 2 The disturbance current limits are derived for use of a common mode (asymmetric mode) impedance of
150 . Hence the conversion factor applied is 20 log(150) = 44 dB.
4.4 Limits and methods for the assessment of local wired ports
This standard differentiates between two categories of “local wired port”. These are:
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a) EUT interface that indirectly connects to a network, via auxiliary equipment (this includes
the electrical power supply interface of ELV lamps);
b) EUT interface that does not connect to a network, directly or indirectly, and which can be
connected to cables having a length equal to or greater than 3 m .
For these two sub-categories of “local wired port”, as listed above, limits for conducted
disturbances are prescribed in this subclause.
The limits and measurement methods for the assessment of conducted disturbance voltages of
local wired ports for the frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz are given in Table 1, Table 4, Table 5
and Table 6.
The limits and methods applicable to the electrical power supply interfaces of ELV lamps are
given in Table 1 and Table 4, for restricted and non-restricted ELV lamps, respectively, with
additional requirements for the test method in 6.4.7.
Table 4 – Disturbance voltage limits of local wired ports: electrical power supply
interface of non-restricted ELV lamps
Frequency range a cd Method

Limits
dB(V)
Quasi-peak Average
9 kHz to 50 kHz 136 –
50 kHz to 150 kHz 116 to 106 b –
CISPR 16-2-1 and
A.5.1
150 kHz to 0,5 MHz 92 to 82 b 82 to 72 b
0,5 MHz to 5,0 MHz 82 72
5 MHz to 30 MHz 86 76
b
The limit decreases linearly with the logarithm of the frequency in the ranges 50 kHz to 150 kHz and 150 kHz
to 0,5 MHz.
c The limits in this table apply if no 26 dB attenuator is applied (see Figure A.3).
d Disturbance voltage limits for restricted ELV lamps are given in Table 1 (see 6.4.7).
The limits and methods given in Table 5 or Table 6 shall be applied to local wired ports other
than electrical power supply interfaces of ELV lamps.
Table 5 – Disturbance voltage limits at local wired ports: local wired ports
other than electrical power supply interface of ELV lamp

MHz dB(V) a
Quasi-peak Average
CISPR 16-2-1 (voltage
0,15 to 0,50 80 70 probe method)
See 8.5.2.2
0,50 to 30 74 64
Table 6 – Disturbance current limits at local wired ports: local wired ports
other than electrical power supply interface of ELV lamp

MHz dB(A)
Quasi-peak Average
20
0,15 to 0,50 40 to 30 30 to 20 CISPR 16-2-1

0,50 to 30 30 20 See 8.5.2.3
NOTE 2 The current disturbance limits are derived for use of a common mode (asymmetric mode) impedance of
150 , and the conversion factor applied is 20 log(150) = 44 dB.
4.5 Limits and methods for the assessment of the enclosure port
4.5.1 General
This subclause gives radiated disturbance limits for the enclosure port as a function of
frequency range.
4.5.2 Frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz

Radiated-field disturbance limits in the frequency range of 9 kHz to 30 MHz are given in Table 8
and Table 9.
The limits in Table 8 are expressed in terms of a current measured in a large loop -antenna
system (LLAS) as specified in CISPR 16-1-4. This current is a measure for the magnetic field
level around the EUT. This limit, applicable for the quasi-peak detector of the CISPR receiver,
is given for three different sizes of large loop antenna systems in the frequency range 9 kHz to
30 MHz.
The range of maximum dimensions of the EUT for each of the three loop -antenna diameters is
given in Table 7.
For EUT dimensions larger than 1,6 m, the limits given in Table 9 associated with the magnetic
field loop antenna measurement method specified in 9.3.3 can be applied.
The limits in Table 8 and Table 9 provide different options. In any situation where it is necessary
to verify the original measurement results, the measuring method originally chosen shall be
used in order to ensure consistency of the results. The test report shall state which method was
used and which limits were applied.
Table 7 – Maximum EUT dimension that can be used

for testing using LLAS with different diameters
Maximum dimension of the EUT, D Loop antenna diameter

m m
D  1,6 2
D  2,6 3
D  3,6 4
Table 8 – LLAS radiated disturbance limits in the frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz
Frequency range Quasi-peak limits for three loop diameters Method

dB(A)
2m 3m 4m
9 kHz to 70 kHz 88 81 75
CISPR 16-2-3
70 kHz to 150 kHz 88 to 58 a 81 to 51 a 75 to 45 a
and 9.3.2
150 kHz to 3,0 MHz 58 to 22 a b 51 to 15 a b 45 to 9 a b
3,0 MHz to 30 MHz 22 15 to 16 c 9 to 12 c
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a Decreasing linearly with the logarithm of the frequency.

b For lighting equipment incorporating exclusively electrodeless lamps, the limit in the frequency range of
2,2 MHz to 3,0 MHz is 58 dB(A) for 2 m, 51 dB(A) for 3 m and 45 dB(A) for 4 m loop diameter.
c Increasing linearly with the logarithm of the frequency.
4.5.3 Frequency range 30 MHz to 1 GHz

Radiated-field disturbance limits and measurement methods in the frequency range of 30 MHz
to 1 GHz are given in Table 10 in terms of quasi-peak values of the electric field component.
Table 10 provides different options. In any situation where it is necessary to verify the original
measurement results, the measuring method and measuring distance originally chosen shall be
used in order to ensure consistency of the results. The test report shall state which method was
used and which limits were applied.
Table 9 – Loop antenna radiated disturbance limits in the frequency range 9 kHz to
30 MHz for equipment with a dimension > 1,6 m
Frequency range Limits at 3 m distance Method

MHz Quasi-peak
dB(µA/m)
0,009 to 0,070 69
0,070 to 0,150 69 to 39 b
9.3.3
0,150 to 4,0 a b
39 to 3
4,0 to 30 3
a For lighting equipment incorporating exclusively electrodeless lamps, the limit in the frequency range of
2,2 MHz to 3,0 MHz is 39 dB(A/m).
b Decreasing linearly with logarithm of frequency.
Table 10 – Radiated disturbance limits and associated measurement methods

in the frequency range 30 MHz to 1 GHz
a g Frequency range d
Testing method Reference Quasi-peak limits
MHz
OATS or SAC CISPR 16-2-3 30 to 230 30 dB(µV/m)
at 10 m distance 230 to 1 000 37 dB(µV/m)
OATS or SAC CISPR 16-2-3 30 to 230 40 dB(µV/m)
FAR CISPR 16-2-3 30 to 230 e
42 to 35 dB(µV/m)
b IEC 61000-4-20 30 to 230 30 dB(µV/m)
TEM-waveguide
230 to 1 000 37 dB(µV/m)
c, f CISPR 16-2-1 30 to 100 e
CDNE method 64 to 54 dB(µV)
100 to 200 54 dB(µV)
200 to 300 54 to 51 e dB(µV)
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a g Frequency range d
Testing method Reference Quasi-peak limits
MHz
a Any of the methods and the associated limits can be applied to demonstrate compliance.
b The TEM-waveguide is limited to EUTs without cables attached and with a maximum size according to 6. 2 of
IEC 61000-4-20:2010 (the largest dimension of the enclosure at 1 GHz measuring frequency is one wavelength,
300 mm at 1 GHz).
c The CDNE method and the associated limits up to 300 MHz can be only applied for EUTs with clock frequencies
below or equal to 30 MHz. In such a case, the product is deemed to comply with the requirements between
300 MHz and 1 000 MHz. The CDNE-limits between 200 MHz and 300 MHz specified in Table 10 are more
stringent than the limits given in CISPR 15:2013. An increasing margin (up to 10 dB at 300 MHz) has been
applied between 200 MHz and 300 MHz. If the CDNE test fails, then any of the other methods and associated
limits can still be applied a .
d At the transition frequency, the lower limit applies.
e The limit decreases linearly with the logarithm of the frequency.
f The EUT size limitation of CISPR 16-2-1 does not apply. For the CDNE method, the largest dimensions of the
EUT are 3 m x 1 m x 1 m (l x w x h). The CDNE restrictions apply to the EUT only, and not the wiring or the
total dimension of the system under test, see Figure 2.
g See also 9.3.4.
5 Application of the limits

5.1 General
The applicability of limits for EUTs is given in Clause 5. Additional guidelines/requirements for
the applicability of the limits to specific kinds of EUTs are given in Clause 6. See Figure 4.
The general operational conditions for the EUT are given in Clause 7. The measurement
methods for conducted and radiated disturbances are specified in Clause 8 and Clause 9.
5.2 Identification of the interfaces subject to test

If the EUT does not fall in one of the categories specified in Clause 6, then the applicable test
cases for the various EUT interfaces shall be derived as follows.
First, the EMC-relevant physical properties of the EUT and its wired interfaces are to be
determined; see Figure 3 for guidance. For each wired interface in turn a decision is then made
as to whether it is connected to a network in a direct way, indirect way or not at all. Once the
types of interface and possible connections are known, each interface is allocated to one of the
three possible standardised EMC ports as detailed below:
 enclosure port;
 wired network port;
 local wired port.
The applicable test method, associated test arrangement and limits shall then be selected for
each interface in turn, depending upon its port classification and, as per the requirements in
5.3.
5.3 Application of limits to the interfaces

5.3.1 General
A flow chart depicting the decision process for the application of limits is given in Figure 4.
5.3.2 Conducted disturbance requirements for the wired network port

5.3.2.1 Conducted disturbance requirements for the electrical power supply
interface
The disturbance voltage limits and measurement method of the electrical power supply
interfaces in the frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz are given in Table 1.
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These limits apply for electrical power supply interfaces that are directly connected to a power
supply network (Figure 4).
5.3.2.2 Conducted disturbance requirements for wired network interfaces other than
power supply
The limits specified in this subclause apply for wired network interfaces other than power supply
that are directly connected to a network (Figure 4).
The disturbance voltage limits and measurement method of wired network interfaces other than
power supply (e.g. for communication or data transfer) in the frequency range 150 kHz to
30 MHz are given in Table 2 for use with an artificial asymmetrical network (AAN). If no coupling
network is available for the interface in question , then the current limits given in Table 3 shall
be applied using the current measurement method given in 8.4.
5.3.3 Conducted disturbance requirements for local wired ports

These limits apply for interfaces of the following type ( Figure 4):
1) indirectly connected to a network via other equipment, including power supply interface of
ELV lamp;
2) not connected to a network and with a length greater than or equal to 3 m.
For local wired ports other than power supply interface of ELV lamp, the disturbance voltage or
the disturbance current limits given in Table 5 or Table 6 shall be applied using the
measurement methods given in 8.5.2.2 and 8.5.2.3. The method of measurement and the
applicable limits for the power supply interface of ELV lamp are described in 6.4.7.
NOTE Interfaces that are not connected to a network and with a length less than 3 m are assessed through the
enclosure port test. Nonetheless, the electrical power supply interface of ELV lamp is always subject to co nducted
emissions test, as per 6.4.7.
5.3.4 Radiated disturbance requirements for the enclosure port
5.3.4.1 Frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz
Radiated-field disturbance limits in the frequency range of 9 kHz to 30 MHz (Table 8 or Table 9)
apply to the enclosure port of the EUT. However, the EUT needs to be tested for radiated
emissions within 9 kHz to 30 MHz only if the application, construction or techn ology of the EUT
can cause large magnetic dipole moments. In case of doubt, or if no such information is
available then the test is to be done. A large dipole moment is obtained if a substantial
disturbance current is running in a loop that encompasses a large surface , such as (but not
limited to) the following cases:
– the manufacturer allows external wired interfaces connected to the EUT by single-conductor
cables;
– the EUT applies internal single-conductor and separated interconnect wiring (or PCBs
tracks) that cause loops and an associated magnetic dipole;
– EUTs that apply technologies with inductive power transfer.
EXAMPLES Luminaires that have separated supply lines; electrodeless lamps with inductive power transfer and
rechargeable luminaires incorporating inductive power transfer are considered to be equipment with large magnetic
dipole moments. DC-fed LED light sources and magnetic 50 Hz or 60 Hz wound ballasted luminaires are examples
of lighting equipment that are considered to have very small dipole moments and therefore do not need to be tested.
If the EUT is incapable of generating a large magnetic dipole moment, then no test is required
and the EUT is deemed to comply with the radiated-field disturbance limits in the frequency
range of 9 kHz to 30 MHz.
5.3.4.2 Frequency range 30 MHz to 1 000 MHz

The EUT shall be evaluated for radiated emissions in the 30 MHz to 1 000 MHz range by testing
in accordance with one of the methods in Table 10.
When the CDNE method is used and all clock frequencies of the EUT are below or equal to
30 MHz, then the product is deemed to comply with the requirements between 300 MHz and
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1 000 MHz if the emissions comply with the limits in the 30 MHz to 300 MHz frequency range
as specified in Table 10.
5.3.5 Multiple interfaces of the same type

Where the EUT has more than one interface of the same type, they shall be selected for testing
as follows:
 if there are multiple similar interfaces connected to the same card or module, then it is
acceptable to assess one of those interfaces;
 where there are ports of the same type on different cards or modules, then it is acceptable
to assess one typical port on each card or module types.
The above is applicable to conducted emissions measurements on network ports and local
wired ports only.
The test report shall identify the ports assessed. All other interfaces and ports are deemed to
comply with the applicable limits in CISPR 15 provided the above requirements were followed
in selecting the ports for testing and provided all tested ports were demonstrated to be compliant
with the applicable limits of CISPR 15.
5.3.6 Interfaces that can be categorised as multiple types of ports

If a single interface satisfies the definition of more than one type of port defined in this
publication, it is subject to the requirements that apply for each of the port types it satisfies.
EXAMPLE A power-over-Ethernet can be identified as both a wired network port (Ethernet -connection) and a local-
wired port (DC power supply). For the wired network port (Ethernet -connection), the limits in either Table 2 or Table 3
would apply. For the local-wired port (DC power supply) the limits in either Table 5 or Table 6 apply. In this case, the
disturbance current limits of Table 3 and Table 6 are the same. The disturbance voltage limits of Table 2 and Table 5
are different below 0,5 MHz because of the different methods. In this example, the limits for either type of port are
basically the same. Broadband over power and powerline communication are other e xamples where the interface in
question can be categorized as different kinds of wired network ports ( 4.3).
6 Product specific limit application requirements

6.1 General
This clause includes limit application requirements for specific types of lighting equipment and
shall be used in conjunction with the general requirements in Clause 5. Clause 5 applies for
equipment not listed in Clause 6 (first decision box in Figure 4).
Product specific application notes referring to particular measurement set -ups or operating
conditions are given in Annex A.
6.2 Passive EUT

A passive EUT is deemed to fulfil the requirements of this document without further testing.
Examples of such equipment include: luminaires suitable for incandescent lamps or self-
ballasted lamps, transformers for incandescent or self-ballasted lamps that do not regulate the
voltage by means of active electronic components , luminaires fitted with only LEDs and passive
components. Mains rectifier diodes are considered passive components.
NOTE Where in this document, the term "incandescent lamp" is used, all types of incandescent lamps including
halogen lamps are meant.
EXAMPLE Incandescent lamps are generally also passive equipment. Although it should be noted that some types
of incandescent lamps with very long filaments can generate excessive disturbances.
EUT with electromagnetic controlgear can be considered to contain only passive components .
However due to the physical characteristic of discharge lamps , further assessment is required.
Such equipment shall comply with the disturbance voltage limits at the electric power supply
interface terminals given in Table 1. However, luminaires for discharge lamps containing only
passive controlgear and fitted with a power factor correction capacitor or suppression capacitor
(at least 47 nF) across the mains terminals are deemed to comply with the requirements of this
document without measurement. Compliance can be achieved by inspection.
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6.3 Rope lights

6.3.1 General
Rope lights e.g. Christmas lights, lighting chains, are used for different applications both indoor
and outdoor in the areas of general and effect lighting. Depending upon the appl ication and
construction, different light source or lamp technologies can be applied, e.g. incandescent
lamps or LED lamps. The controlgear for rope lights can be independent or integrated. Also
rope lights without controlgear are feasible.
6.3.2 Requirements for rope lights

Rope lights with active switching electronic components shall comply with the dis turbance
voltage limits at mains terminals given in Table 1 and with the radiated disturbance limits given
in Table 8 or Table 9 if applicable, and in Table 10.
The setup and test arrangements are specified in Clause A.3.
6.4 Modules
6.4.1 General
This subclause specifies how to configure a system under test in case the EUT is a module that
is intended to be marketed and/or sold separately from a lighting apparatus or system and thus
to be applied by an end user in a lighting apparatus or system.
Different types of modules can be distinguished, for example the EUT can be ( Figure 5):
 a replaceable module, for example a self-ballasted lamp, an ELV lamp or starter;

 an external module, for example an independent driver or igniter, a wall dimmer or a remote
control;
 an internal module, for example a driver;
 a mounted module, for example a light source, an adapter or a network interface card.
Internal, mounted, replaceable or external modules shall be assessed with at least one
representative host system as auxiliary equipment.
The port(s) of any module being assessed shall be terminated in accordance with 7.9. The
functions of the host that are specific to the module being assessed shall be exercised during
the measurements. Modules shown to meet the requirements of this document in one
representative host are deemed to meet the requirements of this publication when used in any
host. The host and modules used during measurements shall be listed in the test report.
The manufacturer of the module shall specify the host or the type of luminaire and associated
circuits which are suitable and representative for use with the module. This shall be based on
analysing various possible typical applications for the specific module such that the selected
host is representative of typical use in terms of mitigation of disturbances from the mod ule in
question.
Disturbances from auxiliary equipment (including the host) itself shall be sufficiently below the
applicable limit levels.
Requirements for specific types of modules are given in 6.4.3 through 6.4.10.
6.4.2 Modules having multiple applications

Modules whose functionality and connectivity allows them to be replacea ble, internal, mounted
and/or external shall be tested in each of those applicable configurations. Where it can be
shown that one particular configuration provides a worst case, testing in this configuration is
sufficient to show compliance.
6.4.3 Internal modules

For internal modules, the applicability of the limits is determined using the process given in 5.3.
That process shall be applied to each of the interfaces of the host that may be affected by
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emissions (conducted or radiated) generated by the module under test. For those interfaces of
the host that are not tested, the test report shall include a justification why they were deemed
not to be affected by emissions generated by the module under test.
The host, that includes the module as EUT, is tested as a luminaire in accordance with
Clause B.6 (Figure B.1b) and Clause C.4 (Figure C.4) or CDNE setup according
CISPR 16-2-1.
6.4.4 External modules

For external modules the applicability of the limits is determined using the process given in 5.3
for each of the interfaces of the module.
NOTE For external modules, the host that is applied is auxiliary equipment. The disturbance is measured at the
terminals of the EUT (module under test). See for instance Clause D.3 (Case 2- application 2).
External modules as EUT are measured separately to make sure that the auxiliary equipment
(host) does not alter the measurement result (no mutual interaction). Details on the arrangement
of external modules are given in Clause B.6 (Figure B.2) and Clause C.4 (Figure C.5) or CDNE
setup according CISPR 16-2-1.
6.4.5 Single capped self-ballasted lamps

Single capped self-ballasted lamps shall comply with the disturbance voltage limits at mains
terminals given in Table 1 and with the radiated disturbance limits given in Table 8 or Table 9
if applicable, and in Table 10.
The setup and test arrangements for single capped self-ballasted lamps are specified in Clause
A.1.
6.4.6 Double-capped self-ballasted lamps, double-capped lamp adapters, double-

capped semi-luminaires and double-capped retrofit lamps used in fluorescent
lamp luminaires
Double-capped self-ballasted lamps, double-capped lamp adapters, double-capped semi-
luminaires and double-capped retrofit lamps used in fluorescent lamp luminaires shall comply
with the electric power supply interface voltage limits given in Table 1 and with the radiated
disturbance limits given in Table 8 or Table 9 if applicable, and in Table 10.
The test methods are specified in Clause A.4.
6.4.7 ELV lamps

ELV lamps shall comply with one of the following requirements:
a) Non-restricted (see 3.3.20) extra-low voltage (ELV) lamps, intended for connection to
symmetrical ELV networks, shall comply with the conducted disturbance voltages of local
wired ports of Table 4 at the ELV interface, measured in accordance with the method
specified A.5.1, and with the radiated disturbance limits of Table 8 or Table 9 if applicable,
and in Table 10, measured in accordance with the method specified in A.5.2.
NOTE 1 The insertion loss of the applied controlgear is typically 26 dB based on measurements on real
configurations.
NOTE 2 Special care is taken that no overloading of the receiver occurs.
NOTE 3 The 26 dB addition is not applied to the assessment of radiated disturbances.
b) Restricted ELV lamps (see 3.3.20) shall comply with the mains disturbance voltage limits of
Table 1, measured in accordance with the method specified A.5.1, and with the radiated
disturbance limits of Table 8 or Table 9 if applicable, and in Table 10, measured in
accordance with the method specified in A.5.2.
NOTE 4 ELV lamps with active electronic circuit are not intended for the connection to unsymmetrical ELV networks.
6.4.8 Single-capped semi-luminaires
Single-capped semi-luminaires shall comply with the requirements given in Clause 5, with a
typical lamp satisfying the load requirements as specified in 7.4.
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Single-capped semi-luminaires shall be arranged, setup and measured as a self -ballasted lamp.
The test methods are specified in Clause A.1.
6.4.9 Independent igniters

Independent igniters for fluorescent and other discharge lamps shall comply with the mains
disturbance voltage limits of Table 1, and they are tested in a circuit as described in
Clause A.6.
6.4.10 Replaceable starters for fluorescent lamps

If the replaceable starter contains active switching electronic components, it shall comply with
the mains disturbance voltage limits of Table 1, while it is applied and tested in a relevant host,
i.e. a single lamp luminaire equipped with a lamp of the highest power rating for which the
starter is designed. The manufacturer shall specify in the operating manual the type of luminaire
and associated circuit(s) which are suitable for use with the starter. The host that includes the
replaceable starter as EUT is tested as a luminaire in accordance with
Clause B.5.
If replaceable starters incorporate a capacitor having a value between 0,005 µF and 0,02 µF
and which is connected parallel to the contact pins of the starter it is deemed to comply with
the requirements of this document without testing.
7 Operating and test conditions of the EUT

7.1 General
When measurements of disturbances of the EUT are being made, the equipment shall be
operated under the conditions specified in 7.2 to 7.9.
The EUT is to be tested as delivered by the manufacturer under normal operating conditions,
for example, as given in IEC 60598-1 for luminaires.
The possible special conditions given in Clause 8 and Clause 9 for the different methods of
measurement shall be applied additionally, as appropriate.
7.2 Switching
The disturbance caused by manual or automatic operation of a switch (external or included in
equipment) to connect or disconnect the mains shall be disregard ed. This includes manual
on/off switches or, for example, switches activated by sensors or ripple control receivers.
However, switches which might be operated more often than once in a 10 seconds period (e.g.
such as those of advertising signs) are not inc luded in this exemption (see 7.5).
7.3 Supply voltage and frequency

The supply voltage shall be within  2 % of the rated voltage. In the case of a voltage range,
measurement shall be carried out within  2 % of each of the standard supply voltages of that
range given in IEC 60038. The frequency of the mains supply shall be as rated for the
equipment. EUTs that can be operated from either an AC or DC supply shall be measured in
both conditions.
If the rated frequency range includes 50 Hz and 60 Hz, a measurement at either 50 Hz or at

60 Hz shall be performed. The emissions at the other mains frequency are then covered by this
measurement.
7.4 Rated lamp load and light regulation

If the EUT has a range of lamp loads it shall be measured with the maximum rated lamp load
only.
If the EUT has the possibility to reduce the output power (dimming) , the electromagnetic
disturbance of the EUT shall be measured at the maximum and minimum light output.
Phase-cut dimmers are operated in the worst case setting as determined during a pre-test.
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7.5 Operating modes

If the EUT is capable of being used in different operating modes e.g. flashing, running
illumination, communication by light modulation, colour shifting, emergency, charging etc., then
measurements shall be performed in the worst-case mode of operation.
NOTE Multiple charge regimes can be used by some battery technologies during charging, i .e. fast, trickle, stand
by, PWM etc. for applications in torches, emergency lighting, etc.
The worst case shall be found by prescanning every mode of operation over at least one
repetition interval of the specific mode.
7.6 Ambient conditions

Measurements shall be carried out in normal laborator y conditions. The ambient temperature
shall be within the range from 15 °C to 30 °C or within the range specified by the manufacturer
in the operating manual if more restricted.
7.7 Lamps
7.7.1 Type of lamps used in lighting equipment
Disturbance measurements of lighting equipment shall be carried out with the lamp for which
the lighting equipment is designed.
When the lighting equipment incorporates more than one lamp, all lamps shall be operated
simultaneously.
7.7.2 Ageing times

The light source(s) or lamp(s) that is/are part of the EUT shall be stable units. Some light source
technologies need a minimum time of ageing to reach a state where its performance
characteristics are stable for the purpose of this test .
Unless otherwise stated in this document or specified by the manufacturer, the following ageing
times shall be applied:
– 2 h for incandescent technologies;

– 100 h for discharge technologies.
For LED and OLED technologies no ageing time is required from an EMC-testing point of view.
7.8 Stabilization times

Prior to a measurement, the EUT including the light source(s) or lamp(s) that is (are) part of the
EUT shall be operated until stabilization has been reached. Unless otherwise stated in this
document or specified by the manufacturer, the following stabiliz ation time shall be applied:
– 15 min for EUTs that do not include gas discharge technologies ;

– 30 min for EUTs that include gas discharge technologies.
7.9 Operation and loading of wired interfaces
7.9.1 General
Interfaces or connections that are designated as wired ports shall be operated with typical wiring
and loads or terminations in accordance with the manufacturer’s specification. Any transmission
protocol required shall be typical for normal use and as spec ified by the manufacturer.
7.9.2 Interface intended for a continuous signal or data transmission

If the interface is intended for a continuous signal transmission (e.g. PWM) , the signal
transmission shall be in operation during the measurement of all ports of th e EUT. A continuous
signal or data transmission may be required to maintain the status (e.g. dimming level) of the
EUT or of the equipment connected to the EUT.
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7.9.3 Interface not intended for a continuous signal or data transmission

If the transmission is not continuous or a continuous data transmission is not necessary to
maintain the status of the EUT (e.g. dimming command sent via a DALI protocol), continuous
transmission during the tests shall not be applied.
7.9.4 Load
The load of an EUT shall be applied as follows:
– load interfaces which are suitable for both incandescent lamps and other types of lighting
equipment (e.g. self-ballasted lamps) shall be tested with non-inductive resistive loads;
NOTE Incandescent lamps are also considered as non -inductive resistive loads.
– load interfaces which are suitable only for lighting equipment other than incandescent
lamps, shall be tested with the appropriate lighting equipment as specified by the
manufacturer.
The load level requirements are given in 7.4.
8 Methods of measurement of conducted disturbances

8.1 General
This clause specifies the measurement methods, EUT arrangements and procedures
associated with the conducted disturbance measurements and include specific requirements
that take precedence over those provided in the basic standards . Details on specific EUT-
arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements are given in Annex B.
8.2 Measurement instrumentation and methods

Conducted disturbances at the different ports shall be measured by applying instrumentation,
test sites, procedures and method as indicated in the reference s of Table 11.
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Table 11 – Overview of standardized conducted disturbance measurement methods
Interface Limits Frequency range Reference

CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
Electric power supply
Table 1 9 kHz to 30 MHz CISPR 16-1-2 (ancillary equipment: AMN)
interface
CISPR 16-2-1 (measurement method)
CISPR 16-1-2 (AAN, CVP)
Table 2 150 kHz to 30 MHz
Wired network interfaces CISPR 16-2-1 and 8.4 (measurement
other than power supply method)
interface (e.g. for
communication or data CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
transfer) CISPR 16-1-2 (current probe)
Table 3 a 150 kHz to 30 MHz
CISPR 16-2-1 and 8.4 (measurement
method)
Local wired port –
Table 1 or CISPR 16-1-2 (ancillary equipment: AMN)
electrical power supply 9 kHz to 30 MHz
Table 4 CISPR 16-2-1 and A.5.1 (measurement
interface of ELV lamps
method)
CISPR 16-1-2 (voltage probe)
Local wired port – other CISPR 16-2-1 and 8.5.2.2 (measurement
than the electrical power method)
supply interface of ELV CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
lamps
CISPR 16-1-2 (current probe)
CISPR 16-2-1 and 8.5.2.3 (measurement
method)
a Depending on the EUT port under test and on the selected test method, the applicable limit will be Table 2 or
Table 3 or both.
In addition to the requirements given in the basic standards, the following requirements for the
EUT arrangement and measurement procedure apply.
8.3 Electrical power supply interface disturbance measurement

The disturbance voltage measurement shall be performed as per the method of CISPR 16-2-1
at the electrical power supply interface of the EUT by means of the circuits and arrangement
described in Annex B for the relevant type of equipment. An artificial mains V-network
50  / 50 µH + 5  that satisfies the requirements of CISPR 16-1-2 in both the 9 kHz to 150 kHz
and 150 kHz to 30 MHz frequency ranges shall be used.
8.4 Disturbance measurement of wired network interfaces other than power supply
Voltage disturbance measurements at wired network interfaces other than power supply (e.g.
for communication or data transfer) shall be carried out by means of an artificial asymmetrical
network (AAN) as specified in CISPR 32. The AAN shall be bonded to reference-ground plane
(see Annex B). The measurement method specified in CISPR 16-2-1 applies.
Current disturbance measurements at wired network interfaces other than power supply (e.g.
for communication or data transfer) shall be carried out by means of the current probe (CP)
method specified in CISPR 16-2-1. The current probe shall be in accordance with 5.1 of
CISPR 16-1-2:2014.
Alternatively, combined voltage and current probe measurements can be applied using the
limits of both Table 2 and Table 3 and the combined CVP/CP method described in C.4.1.6.4 of
CISPR 32:2015.
NOTE Only the common mode disturbance generated is being measured, as in practice disturbances from the
differential-mode control signals are negligible.
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8.5 Local wired port disturbance measurement

8.5.1 Electrical power supply of ELV lamps
The method for conducted disturbance measurements at the electrical power supply interface
of ELV lamps is specified A.5.1.
8.5.2 Other than electrical power supply of ELV lamps

8.5.2.1 General
The methods for conducted disturbance measurements at local wired ports other than the ELV
interface of an ELV lamp shall be as per CISPR 16-2-1 and the following subclauses.
8.5.2.2 Voltage probe measurement method

When a voltage probe is used for measuring voltage disturbances on local wired ports, the
measuring circuit shown in Figure B.2 shall be applied. See also B.3.5.
The voltage is measured between each single lead of the cable of the local wired port and the
ground.
The voltage probe shall be as defined in 5.2 of CISPR 16 -1-2:2014.
The measuring results shall be corrected according to the voltage division between the probe
and the measuring set. For this correction, only the resis tive parts of the impedance shall be
taken into account.
The length of the coaxial cable between the probe and the measuring receiver shall not exceed
2 m.
8.5.2.3 Current probe measurement method

When a current probe is used for measuring conducted disturbances on local wired ports, the
measuring circuit shown in Figure B.2 shall be applied. See also B.3.5.
The current probe shall be in accordance with 5.1 of CISPR 16 -1-2:2014.
9 Methods of measurement of radiated disturbances

9.1 General
This clause provides details on the measurement methods, EUT arrangements and procedures
associated with the radiated disturbance measurements and include specific requirements that
take precedence over those provided in the basic standards . Details on specific EUT
arrangements for radiated disturbance measurements are given in Annex C.
9.2 Intentional wireless transmitters

If intentional wireless transmitters are part of the EUT, the emission from the wireless
transmitters shall not be considered as part of the radiated disturbance (see Clause 1). This
can be done either by switching off the wireless function of the EUT (if possible and if it does
not compromise the typical non-intentional emissions) or by ignoring the intentional radiated
emission in the corresponding frequency band.
NOTE For intentional wireless transmitters, applicability of country/region specific regulations is considered.
9.3 Measurement instrumentation and methods
9.3.1 General
Radiated disturbances at the different ports shall be measured by applying instrumentation, test
sites, procedures and method as indicated in the references of Table 12.
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Table 12 – Overview of standardized radiated disturbance measurement methods
Method Limits Frequency range Reference

LLAS Table 8 9 kHz to 30 MHz CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
CISPR 16-1-4 (instrumentation: antennas and test site)
Loop Table 9 9 kHz to 30 MHz CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
antenna CISPR 16-1-4 (instrumentation: antennas and test site)
9.3.3 (measurement method)
OATS/SAC Table 10 30 MHz to 1 GHz CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
CISPR 16-2-3 (radiated measurement method)
FAR Table 10 30 MHz to 1 GHz CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
TEM Table 10 30 MHz to 1 GHz CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
IEC 61000-4-20 (measurement method and instrumentation)
CDNE Table 10 30 MHz to 300 MHz CISPR 16-1-1 (receiver)
CISPR 16-1-2 (instrumentation: coupling devices – CDNEs)
CISPR 16-2-1 (CDNE measurement method)
In addition to the requirements given in the basic standards, the following requirements for the
EUT arrangement and measurement procedure apply.
9.3.2 LLAS radiated disturbance measurement 9 kHz to 30 MHz

9.3.2.1 Setup EUT
The magnetic component shall be measured by means of a large loop antenna system (LLAS)
as described in CISPR 16-1-4. The EUT shall be placed in the centre of the LLAS as shown in
Annex C of CISPR 16-1-4:2010. The requirements for routing the cables from the EUT and for
the positioning of the EUT inside the LLAS given in CISPR 16-1-4 shall be applied.
If the manufacturer allows external wired interfaces to be connected to the EUT by single-
conductor cables (which can cause loops and associated magnetic dipoles; see 5.3.4.1), then
the EUT shall be tested by configuring each of these external interfaces with a single-conductor
wiring having a rectangular loop with an area of 1 m 2 . The support plate of Figure A.6 can be
used to establish this 1 m 2 loop. The system under test, i.e. the EUT including its external
interfaces arranged in one or more 1 m 2 loops, shall be arranged such that it fits within the
smallest possible sphere while at the same time complying with the following requirements:
– distance between the EUT’s enclosure and the plane of any of its interfaces arranged in
1 m 2 loops is equal to or greater than 10 cm;
– distance between the loop area of any two adjacent EUT interfaces arranged in 1 m 2 loops
is equal to or greater than 10 cm.
This smallest possible sphere encompassing the EUT and its interfaces arranged in 1 m 2 loops
shall be placed with its centre at the centre of the LLAS.
9.3.2.2 Measurements in three directions

The current induced in the LLAS is measured in accordance with 7.2 of CISPR 16-2-3:2016. By
means of a coaxial switch, the three field directions of the EUT can be measured in sequence.
The measurement results for each direction shall comply with the limits.
9.3.3 Loop antenna radiated disturbance measurement 9 kHz to 30 MHz

The measurements are performed at 3 m distance with a 60 cm loop antenna as specified in
4.3.2 of CISPR 16-1-4:2010.
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The following setup requirements and measurement method apply:
1) The measurement shall be performed on an OATS or SAC;

NOTE Validation requirements for below 30 MHz measurements are under development by CISPR/A; see
IEC PAS 62825 for some guidance.
2) Height of the centre of the loop above the GRP of the OA TS or SAC must be 1,3 m;
3) The loop antenna shall be positioned in the two vertical positions with respect to the GRP,
i.e. vertical coaxial and vertical coplanar;
4) The measurement distance is to be taken between the centre of the loop antenna and the
boundary of the EUT;
5) The EUT shall be arranged in accordance with Clause C.4;
6) The EUT shall be rotated for each orientation of the loop antenna and the maximum value
recorded for each loop antenna orientation shall comply with the limits given in Table 9.
9.3.4 Radiated disturbance measurement 30 MHz to 1 GHz
9.3.4.1 OATS or SAC method
The setup requirements and test method of CISPR 16-2-3 apply when tests are made using the
radiated method on an OATS or SAR. Specifics on EUT -arrangements can be found in Annex C.
To improve the reproducibility, the mains supply cable of the EUT shall be terminated with a
CDNE (as defined in CISPR 16-1-2) positioned on the reference-ground plane (if applicable)
and the receiver port of the CDNE terminated with a 50 Ω impedance.
9.3.4.2 FAR method

radiated method in a FAR. Specifics on EUT -arrangements can be found in Annex C.
To improve the reproducibility, the mains supply cable of the EUT shall be terminated with a
CDNE (as defined in CISPR 16-1-2) positioned on the reference-ground plane (if applicable)
and the receiver port of the CDNE terminated with a 50 Ω impedance.
9.3.4.3 TEM method

The setup requirements and test method of IEC 61000-4-20 apply when tests are made using
the radiated method in a TEM cell.
9.3.4.4 CDNE-method
CDNE.
10 Compliance with this document

Where this document gives options for evaluating particular EMC characteristics with a choice
of measurement methods, compliance can be shown against any of the specified limits using
the appropriate measurement method. In any situation where it is necessary to re -measure the
equipment to show compliance with this document, the measurement method originally chosen
shall be used in order to ensure consistency of the results.
NOTE If individual items of equipment from a series are tested, it can be expected that a range of results will be
obtained, irrespective of measurement uncertainty. Annex E contains information about methods for statistical
evaluation of mass-produced equipment.
11 Measurement uncertainty
Where guidance for the calculation of the instrumentation uncertainty of a measurement is
specified in CISPR 16-4-2, this shall be followed, and for these measurements the determination
of compliance with the limits in this document shall take into consideration the measurement
instrumentation uncertainty in accordance with CISPR 16 -4-2. Calculations to determine the
measurement result and any adjustment of the test result required when the test laboratory
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uncertainty is larger than the value for U CISPR given in CISPR 16-4-2 shall be included in the
test report.
12 Test report
General requirements of 5.10 of ISO/IEC 17025:2005 for compiling a test report apply. Sufficient
details shall be provided to facilitate reproducibility of the measurements. This shall include
photographs of the EUT and the measurement configuration where this is appropriate.
The test report shall include the following information:
– dimensions of the EUT;

– the below 30 MHz radiated-field disturbance method used and the associated limits that
have been applied (4.5.2);
– the above 30 MHz radiated-field disturbance method used and the associated limits that
have been applied (4.5.3);
– when using the CDNE method to show compliance to 1 GHz, a statement (from the
manufacturer) that the clock frequency is below 30 MHz;
– the wired interfaces that have been assessed together with the assigned port, the method
used and associated limits (5.3);
– in case of module measurements, description and arrangement of the host and modules
used during measurements (6.4);
– the adjustment of the test result required when the test laboratory uncertainty is larger than
the value for U CISPR given in CISPR 16-4-2;
– deviations from cable length requirements, in case of conflicting lengths of cable s with other
requirements on cable lengths or dimensions in the test setup ( B.2.1).
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EUT
Identify all possible physical wired interfaces:

for power transfer, control, communication, sensing (potential coupling paths for conducted and radiated disturbances)
e.g.
– AC mains cable
– DC load wires
– DC input power wires
– Ethernet cable
– DALI
– 36 –
– sensor cable
– power over Ethernet cable
– … ..
Each of the physical wired interfaces shall categorized as one of the three possible EMC ports by using the flow -chart of Figure 4
CISPR 15:2018 © IEC 2018

Interfaces directly or indirectly connected Short interfaces (< 3 m) and not directly connected
to a network, or long ( 3 m) interfaces not to a network
connected to a network
Wired network port

or Part of enclosure port
Local wired port
IEC
Figure 3 – EUT and its physical interfaces
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CISPR 15:2018 © IEC 2018
NOTE 1 Apply limits and associated measurement methods given in Clause 4
START NOTE 2 If wired interfaces of the same kind are present, the applicability of the test and
arrangement for each of these similar interfaces is explained in 5.3.5
NOTE 3 W ired network port means electric power supply, communication or data transfer
Apply the requirements interfaces (see 3.4.14)
given in Clause 5
In addition to Clause 5,
Specific lighting Y apply the specific
equipment as listed requirements given in
in Clause 6? Clause 6
N
and and
No requirements for
wired network port or
N local wired port apply;
Apply enclosure port Wired interfaces emission from wireless
test > 30 MHz ? interfaces need not be
then assess for each
(NOTE 1) wired interface Y tested
– 37 –
Indirect
Large dipole Direct connection N connection to a Y Apply local wired port
No further N
conditions for test to network? network via other limits
assessment of the
< 30 MHz fulfilled? (5.3.2) equipment? (NOTES 1 and 2)
enclosure port
(5.3.4.1) (5.3.3)
Y N
Y
Apply network port Length interface N

Apply also enclosure limits
port test < 30 MHz <3m ?
(NOTES 1 and 2) (5.3.3)
(NOTE 1)
Y
No local wired port test required:
Enclosure port Network port disturbance is assessed through Local wired port
assessment assessment enclosure port test assessment
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Figure 4 – Decision process on the application of limits to the EUT
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Internal module Host
Replaceable
module
Mounted module External module

(cable connected)
Mounted module Cables
Replaceable module
External module
(wireless)
Internal module
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Figure 5 – Example of a host system with different types of modules
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Annex A
(normative)
Product specific application notes referring to particular

measurement set-ups or operating conditions
A.1 Single-capped self-ballasted lamps
A.1.1 Arrangement for conducted disturbance measurements
The circuit for the measurement of the disturbance voltage for a single capped lamp is shown
in Figure B.1c.
The lamp is fitted in an appropriate lampholder and mounted in a conical reference housing as
specified in Figure A.2. The conical housing is positioned on the table with 40 cm distance from
the RGP (see Figure B.1 and Figure A.3 and Figure A.4). Self-ballasted lamps with a GU10
bayonet cap (IEC 60061-1) are to be fitted in an electrical conductive hose-clamp type of fixture
which makes contact with the circumference of the housing (either conductive or non-
conductive) of the GU10 lamp near the rim as indicated in Figure A.5. The hose-clamp shall
have a width of (9 ± 1) mm. The hose-clamp fixture is to be connected to the earth terminal of
the AMN. The conductive hose-clamp, together with an appropriate lamp holder, acts as a
reference luminaire for GU10 lamps.
The power supply cable connecting the terminals of the conical housing or of the GU10’s hose-
clamp to the AMN shall be of 0,8 m. The conical metal housing or the GU10’s hose-clamp shall
be connected to the earth terminal of the AMN.
Single-capped self-ballasted lamps having particular shapes that do not fit in the conical
housing shall be measured using a reference housing (reference l uminaire) that satisfies the
requirements for a host system specified in 6.4.1.
A.1.2 Arrangement for radiated disturbance measurements

The single capped lamp shall be measured when inserted in a relevant lampholder .
A.2 Semi-luminaires
Semi-luminaires shall be measured with a suitable lamp having the maximum power allowed
for it. The combination of the semi-luminaire (EUT) and the lamp (AuxEq) is the system under
test and the combination shall be tested as a single capped lamp in accordance with
Clause A.1.
A.3 Rope lights

A.3.1 Preparation of the EUT
The rope lights (not the mains cord, if applicable) shall be folded on the insulating support plate
as depicted in Figure A.6. The support plate consists of a square insulating plate with
dimensions (1 250 x 1 250) mm and two rows of 24 circular insulating sticks positioned as
shown in Figure A.6. The starting point (mains connection) of the rope is in the middle between
the two rows on the left side of the plate. If the length of the rope light (excluding the mains
cord) is less than 1,2 m, then no meandering on the support plate is needed and the rope light
shall be treated as a luminaire.
A.3.2 Arrangement for conducted disturbance measurements

The insulating support (AuxEq) with the rope lights (EUT) shall be considered a luminaire and
shall be arranged as specified in Clause B.5.
A.3.3 Arrangement for radiated disturbance measurements

The insulating support (AuxEq) with the rope lights (EUT) shall be considered a luminaire and
shall be arranged as specified in C.4.2.
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A.4 Double-capped lamp adapters, double-capped self-ballasted lamps,

double-capped semi-luminaires and double-capped retrofit lamps used in
fluorescent lamp luminaires
A.4.1 For application in linear luminaires with electromagnetic controlgear
Double-capped lamp adapter, double-capped self-ballasted lamp, double-capped semi-
luminaire and double-capped retrofit lamp shall be measured with the auxiliary equipment
specified in Figure A.1. The EUT is inserted into a linear reference luminaire as specified in
Figure A.1. The existing magnetic lamp controlgear is short-circuited if specified by the
manufacturer in the operating manual. The height of the lamp holders shall be such that the
distance between the exterior of the lamp and the metal plate is (9 ± 1) mm for lamps having a
nominal tube diameter lower or equal to 25 mm and (20 ± 1) mm for lamps having a nominal
tube diameter greater than 25 mm.
The units under test (EUT) shall be measured as manufactu red. For double-capped lamp
adapter and double-capped semi-luminaire, suitable lamps having the maximum power allowed
for it shall be used.
If the use of a magnetic controlgear is required by the manufacturer in the operating manual,
the magnetic controlgear shall fulfil IEC 60921 and the parasitic capacity between line and earth
shall be less than 2 nF, as measured at or below 1 kHz. The magnetic lamp controlgear in the
measurement set-up of Figure A.1 shall be short-circuited if the use of the magnetic controlgear
is not required by the manufacturer. For conducted emissions, the cable connecting the
terminals at the reference luminaire to the AMN shall comply with the requirements given in
B.2.1 and the ground terminal of the reference luminaire shall be connected to the earth terminal
of the AMN.
A.4.2 For application in linear luminaires with electronic controlgear

For application of double-capped lamp adapters, double-capped self-ballasted lamps, double-
capped semi-luminaires and double-capped retrofit lamps in luminaires with electronic
controlgear in operation, the requirements are to be verified using a typical host luminaire or a
CISPR TR 30-1 reference luminaire compliant with this document.
A.4.3 For application in other than linear luminaires

Double-capped self-ballasted lamps having particular shapes (e.g. U -shaped) that do not fit in
the reference luminaire of Figure A.1 shall be measured using a reference housing that satisfies
the requirements for a host system specified in 6.4.1.
A.4.4 Measurement methods

EUT in the reference luminaire (AuxEq) is tested as a luminaire. The system under test,
including the EUT, as shown in Figure A.1 shall be used for both the measurement of the
disturbance voltages described in Clause 8 and for the measurement of the radiated
electromagnetic disturbances described in Clause 9.
A.5 ELV lamps

A.5.1 Conducted disturbance test
ELV lamps shall be tested as follows:
a) Non-restricted ELV lamps: The extra-low voltage terminals of the ELV lamp shall be
connected to the AMN. The mains input side of the AMN is connected to the output of a
suitable magnetic transformer. See Figure A.3.
b) Restricted ELV lamps: The ELV lamp shall be connected to the power supply of the same
model/type as specified by the manufacturer in the operating manual. The combination shall
be measured using the arrangement as shown in Figure A.4.
In both cases, the ELV lamp is mounted as described in A.1.1. In either case, the bonding strap
of the AMN shall satisfy the requirements in 5.3 of CISPR 16-2-1:2014.
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A.5.2 Radiated disturbance tests

Radiated disturbance measurements of an ELV lamp (as applicable; see 6.4.7) shall be
performed in accordance with Clause 9. However, the lamp shall not be mounted in a conical
metal housing.
For any assessment method of the radiated disturbances, the following applies:
 for non-restricted ELV lamps, only the lamp shall be assessed;

 for restricted ELV lamps, both the lamp and the specific power source shall be assessed .
A.6 Independent igniters

Independent igniters are measured in a relevant lamp -ballast circuit. The igniter shall be
mounted together with the suitable lamp and ballast on a piece of insulating material,
(12  2) mm thick, which shall be placed on a metal plate of dimensions slightly larger than the
piece of insulating material. The plate shall be connected to the reference earth of the AMN. If
the device or ballast is provided with an earth terminal, it shall also be connected to that
reference earth. The lamp is then started. After the stabilization time, the terminal voltage is
measured.
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Dimensions in millimetres
Isolating material
Metal plate
Lamp holder
EUT
Reflector fixing screw

(at least 4 screws)
“Z”
Movable reflector
(unsheathed aluminum)
Starter holder: apply starter as

supplied by the manufacturer,
or short circuit
Magnetic controlgear
(MCG) or short circuit
a
L = a + 180
750
320
80
40
90
150
210 Typical connector
300
“Z”: 10
Ground
d
Neutral
Line
h = 9 ±1 for d ≤ 25, or
h
h = 20 ±1 for d > 25
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Movable reflector
Figure A.1 – Reference luminaire for double-capped lamp adapter, double-capped self-
ballasted lamp, double-capped semi-luminaire and double-capped retrofit lamp used in
linear fluorescent lamp luminaires (see A.4.1)
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Dimensions in centimetres
Thumb screw fixing EPSI

the tube position
inside the cone
dimension 20
Minimum
T
Connection to PE of
4,3
the AMN
8,5
Electrical bonding
LH
3 square (1,0 cm  1,0 cm cross-section)

spacers of electrical insulating material MCH
distributed over the circumference of the
MCH at 3 x 120 º = 360º EUT
Minimum dimension 26
(to ensure a specific clearance between
the EUT and the metal surface)
22,5º ±1º
Rim of the conical housing

aperture is positioned on the test
table IEC
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T Tube: outer diameter 1,9 cm, inner diameter 1,6 cm
LH Lamp holder
EUT Self-ballasted lamp under test
MCH Perforated metal conical housing, for example 5 mm squares
EPSI Electric power supply interface
NOTE 1 Tolerances in dimensions:  1 mm, unless otherwise specified.
NOTE 2 For good reference, adjust the lamp to the position nearest to the lamp holder.
NOTE 3 For good reference, the lampholder is of insulating material.
Figure A.2 – Conical metal housing for single capped lamps (see A.1.1)
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TOP VIEW
Arrangement to be located 0,4 m from the RGP by applying a non-conductive

table
M
26 dB attenuator (optional; see NOTE 1)
EUT (lamp
ELV under test)
Mains Cable length (0,8 ± 0,05) m
L L
PS
N AMN N
PE PE
Flexible, unshielded
three core cable Metal cone
Electrical bonding to RGP (see Figure A.2)
Reference ground plane (RGP)
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PS Power supply (appropriate power supply e.g. magnetic transformer or universal power supply )
L Line
N Neutral
PE Protective earth
AMN Artificial mains network
ELV Extra low voltage
M CISPR measuring receiver
This arrangement shows a top view and uses a horizontal reference ground plane. The same setup can also be
employed at a distance of 0,4 m aside of a vertical reference ground plane (see CISPR 16 -2-1 and Clause B.5 and
Figure B.3 of this document for details of the arrangement). The AMN shall be placed on and bonded to the RGP.
Alternatively, it can be placed on the non -conductive table and bonded to the RGP by means of a very wide, low
impedance conductor. In either case, the bonding strap shall satisfy the requirements in 5.3 of CISPR 16-2-1:2014.
NOTE 1 If the 26 dB attenuator is used, the limits given in Table 1 are applied. If no attenuator is used, the limits
of Table 4 apply. See 6.4.7a). A 26 dB attenuator between the AMN and receiver is also for protecting the receiver
against possible high signal levels at the ELV terminals.
NOTE 2 The ground of the flexible unshielded cable between AMN and EUT is connected to the conical metal
housing.
Figure A.3 – Arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements
from non-restricted ELV lamps (see A.5.1)
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TOP VIEW
Arrangement to be located 0,4 m from the RGP by applying a non-conductive table
M
EUT (lamp
under test)
Cable length distance
(0,8 ± 0,05) m 0,1 m
Mains
L L
N AMN N PS
PE PE
ELV
Electrical bonding to RGP Flexible, unshielded

Metal cone
cable
(see Figure A.2)
Reference ground plane (RGP)

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This arrangement shows a top view and uses a horizontal reference ground plane. The same setup can also be
employed at a distance of 0,4 m aside of a vertical reference ground plane (see CISPR 16 -2-1 and Clause B.5 and
Figure B.3 of this document for details of the arrangement). The AMN shall be placed on and bonded to the RGP.
Alternatively, it can be placed on the non -conductive table and bonded to the RGP by means of a very wide, low
impedance conductor. In either case, the bonding strap shall satisfy the requi rements in 5.3 of CISPR 16-2-1:2014.
The ground cable between AMN and EUT is connected to the conical metal housing. If the PS also requires a PE
connection, it shall be connected to the PE of the AMN.
Key
PS Appropriate power supply specified by the manufacturer
L Line
N Neutral
PE Protective earth
AMN Artificial mains network
ELV Extra low voltage
M CISPR measuring receiver
Figure A.4 – Arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements

from restricted ELV lamps (see A.5.1)
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Electrical conductive
hose clamp
Connection to PE of the GU10

AMN
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GU10 Self -ballasted lamp with a GU10 bayonet cap
Figure A.5 – Hose-clamp reference luminaire for self-ballasted lamps with a

GU10 bayonet cap (see A.1.1)
Dimensions in millimetres
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45
24 insulating cable supports with a diameter of 20

Direction of rope light
1 250
Insulating plate
24 insulating cable supports with a diameter of 20
1 250
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NOTE All dimensions have a 5 % tolerance.

Figure A.6 – Support plate for arranging long cables
and rope lights (see 9.3.2, Clauses A.3 and B.3)
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Annex B
(normative)
Test arrangements for conducted disturbance measurements

B.1 General
This annex gives more details on the test arrangements for conducted emission measurements.
It concerns details on the positioning of the EUT, th e cables, auxiliary equipment and the
ancillary equipment (like measurement probes).
B.2 Arrangement of cables connected to interfaces of wired network ports

B.2.1 Arrangements of electric power supply cables
The output terminals of the artificial mains network ( 50 /50 H 5  AMN that meets the
requirements as specified in CISPR 16-1-2 in both 9 kHz to 150 kHz and 150 kHz to 30 MHz
frequency ranges) and the electric power supply terminals of the EUT shall be positioned
(0,8 ± 0,05) m apart and shall be connected by the two power conductors of a flexible three-
core or two-core cable of (0,8 ± 0,05) m length.
If the electric power supply cable of the EUT is longer than necessary to be connected to the
AMN, the length of this cable in excess of 0,8 m shall be folded back and forth parallel to the
lead so as to form a bundle with a length between 0,3 m and 0,4 m.
If the cable on which the measurements are to be made is shorter than the required distance
between the EUT and the AMN, it shall be extended to the necessary length.
In case there is a conflict between the distances indicated in Figure B.1 to Figure B.3 and the
cable length specified in this paragraph, then the latter takes precedence.
In specific cases, like very large EUTs, the above stated cable length requirements may be
impossible to be complied with. In case of deviations from t he above stated power supply cable
length are required, these, together with the corresponding justification, shall be stated in the
test report.
If the electric power supply cable of the EUT includes the protective earth conductor, the
earthing conductor at the end of the power supply cable opposite the EUT shall be connected
to the AMN reference ground.
Where a protective earth conductor is required, but is not included in the lead, the connection
of the protective earth line of the appliance to the AMN reference ground shall be made by a
wire not longer than necessary to be connected to the AMN running parallel to the electric power
supply cable at a distance of not more than 0,1 m from it.
B.2.2 Arrangement of other than electric power supply cables

EUTs that have interfaces, designated as network ports, to connect other than the electric
power supply cables (see B.2.1) to AuxEq (e.g. DALI controller, LAN switch, power-over-
Ethernet switch) shall be mounted on an insulating table in accordance with Figure B.1a,
Figure B.2 and Figure B.3.
The cable length requirement is (0,8 ± 0,05) m and the cable is arranged in accordance with
the applicable test method given in 8.4.
B.3 Arrangement of cables connected to interfaces of local wired ports

B.3.1 General
This clause applies to the arrangement of EUT interfaces classified as local wired ports (see
5.3.3).
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EUTs that have such interfaces, categorized as local wired ports, to connect to AuxEq (e.g.
load, starter, ignitor, controlgear, sensors, power switch, LAN switch, components, etc.) shall
be mounted on an insulating table together with the interconnecting cable and the AuxEq.
The interconnecting cable of the local wired port being assessed shall be arranged as specified
in B.3.2 to B.3.4.
In case of multiple identical local wired ports, only the cable of the local wired port being
assessed shall be arranged as specified in this subclause. The other local wired ports shall be
terminated with AuxEq using a short cable. See also Clause B.4.
B.3.2 Cables of local-wired ports indirectly connected to a network

Cables of local-wired ports that are indirectly connected to a network can have any length in
practice (3.4.10). Depending on the maximum length specified by the manufacturer, one of the
following cable arrangements shall be applied:
a) For cables  3 m, measurements shall be performed with a cable of 0,8 m ± 20 %, or with

the smaller maximum length indicated by the manufacturer. The cable shall be a flexible
cable, of sufficient cross-section, and shall be arranged in a straight line.
b) For cables  3 m, measurements shall be performed twice, once with a cable of 0,8 m ± 20 %
as in a) above and secondly with the maximum permissible cable leng th arranged on the
support plate specified in Figure A.6. If the maximum permissible cable length exceeds
25 m, then the second measurement shall be performed with a length of 25 m.
c) Where the manufacturer gives strict installation and application instructions, including the
arrangement of the cable, the measurements shall be performed under these conditions. If
the manufacturer’s instructions require a shielded cable to be used or that the non-shielded
cable is installed inside a metallic conduit, the measurements shall be performed under
these conditions; otherwise, the cable length requirements in a) or b) shall be observed, as
applicable based on the cable length specified by the manufacturer .
The indication of the maximum permissible cable length shall be shown clearly in the installation
instructions and/or on the type label of the EUT.
B.3.3 Cables of local-wired ports other than the type mentioned in B.3.2
Cables of local-wired ports that are not indirectly connected to a network can have any length
 3 m in practice (3.4.10). Depending on the maximum length, or particular installation or
application instructions specified by the manufacturer, one of the following cable arrangements
shall be applied:
a) Measurements shall be performed twice, once with a load cable of 0,8 m ± 20 % as in a)

above and secondly with the maximum permissible cable length arranged on the support
plate specified in Figure A.6. If the maximum permissible cable length exceeds 25 m, then
the second measurement shall be performed with a length of 25 m.
b) Where the manufacturer gives strict installation and application instructions, including the
arrangement of the cable, the measurements shall be performed under these conditions. If
the manufacturer’s instructions require a shielded cable to be used or that the non -shielded
cable is installed inside a metallic conduit, the measurements shall be p erformed under
these conditions; otherwise, the cable length requirements in a) shall be observed, as
applicable based on the cable length specified by the manufacturer .
The indication of the maximum permissible cable length shall be shown clearly in the i nstallation
instructions and/or on the type label of the EUT.
B.3.4 Power-supply cables of an ELV lamp

For the power-supply interface of an ELV lamp, which is also a local wired port indirectly
connected to a network, the specific test arrangement of A.5.1 applies.
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B.3.5 Arrangement of measurement probes

For voltage probe measurements, the voltage probe shall be placed at a distance of (10 ± 5) cm
from the EUT. Screened EUT interfaces are measured using the CISPR 16-2-1 method where
the screen is connected to the RGP by means of a 150 Ω resistor, the voltage probe shall be
placed in parallel with the 150 Ω resistor.
For current probe measurements, the current probe shall be placed at a distance of (30 ± 5) cm
from the EUT. The current probe shall encompass all the leads of the interface connected to
the EUT, in order to measure the common-mode mode current. Screened EUT interfaces are
measured using the CISPR 16-2-1 method where the screen is connected to the RGP by means
of a 150 Ω resistor.
As an example, Figure B.2 shows this principle for a module. It also applies for conducted
measurements at a local wired port of a luminaire.
B.4 Loading and termination of cables

As a general principle, all cables of the EUT that are subject to the conducted disturbance tests
(see 5.3.5) shall be terminated and loaded, as indicated in 7.9. Interfaces designated as network
ports shall be terminated with AANs or AMNs, as applicable to each interface. Figure B.2 shows
this principle for a module. It also applies for a luminaire.
Tests are generally executed sequentially. All EUT cables, not only the cables under test, shall
be terminated during all measurements.
The measurement port of AMNs or AANs shall be terminated with 50 Ω if the receiver is not
connected (if the AMN or the AAN functions as a termination).
B.5 Luminaires
The measuring circuit is given in Figure B.1a and the measurement arrangements in Figure B.3.
If the luminaire is provided with an earth terminal, it shall be connected to the reference earth
of the AMN. This connection shall be made by means of the earth conductor contained in the
power cable to the luminaire. Where this arrangem ent is not common practice, the earth
connection shall be made by means of a lead, the same length as the power cable and running
parallel to the power cable at a distance of not more than 0,1 m.
If the luminaire is provided with an earth terminal, but the manufacturer states that it need not
be earthed, it shall be measured twice: once with and once without the earth connection. In
both cases, the luminaire shall comply with the requirements.
The following three options for the arrangement of the luminaire can be used.
a) The luminaire shall be placed on an insulating table, such that the base of the luminaire
(usually the opposite side of the optical window) is on the insulating table at 0,4 m from a
horizontal reference ground plane and the light output (opt ical window) is generally directed
away from the RGP. See Figure B.3a.
b) The luminaire shall be placed on an insulating table of 80 cm or greater height, such that
the base of the luminaire (usually the opposite side of the optical window) is positioned
vertically (at 90° with the insulating table’s top) and at a distance of 40 cm from a vertical
reference ground plane. The light output is generally directed away from the reference
ground plane. See Figure B.3b.
c) The luminaire shall be placed on an insulating table, such that the base of the lumin aire is
on the insulating table at least 0,8 m from the floor. The longest side of the luminaire is
positioned parallel with a vertical reference ground plane at a distance of 0,4 m. The light
output is generally directed away from the floor. See Figure B.3c.
NOTE In case of the option a), the EUT can also be rotated 90° such that the EUT base is perpendicular to the
RGP.
For each arrangement in addition the following applies.

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All conductive surfaces other than the reference ground plane shall be separated at least 0,8 m
from the EUT. The reference ground plane shall have dimensions of at least 2 m x 2 m and
shall extend at least 0,5 m beyond the projection of the boundaries of the system under test
(EUT, AuxEq and all cables). All AMNs and AANs shall be bonded to the reference ground
plane by means of low impedance connections (as per CISPR 16-2-1). The cables that run from
the AMN and the AAN to the EUT shall be separated (10 ± 5) cm from each other except close
to the EUT and AMN/AAN connectors (see Figure B.1).
B.6 Modules
In case of internal, mounted or replaceable m odules, the EUT (module) shall be connected as
shown in Figure B.1b.
In case of external modules, the EUT (module) shall be connected as shown in Figure B.2.
The measurement arrangements given in Figure B.3 apply.
The length, type and arrangement of the cables between the EUT (module) and the AuxEq
(loads, starter, ignitor, control terminals, sensors, switches, components, etc.) shall be as
specified in Clause B.2 and B.3.
AuxEq shall be connected to the EUT as specified by the manufacturer , while observing the
requirements in Clause B.2 and B.3.
The total arrangement of EUT and AuxEq and cable(s) shall be measured in accordance with
Clause B.5.
50
d
c
E
to M Cable length: see Clause B.2 b
20 ±5 a
AAN
NCL 10 ±5
NCLT
10 ±5 Figure B.1a
AMN
MS MT
EUT = Luminaire
Cable length 80 ±5
to M
NCL via AAN Figure B.1b

EUT
H
MS via AMN
IP
EUT = internal / mounted / replaceable module
MS via AMN C
Figure B.1c
E EUT = Self ballasted lamp
(measured inside the
conical housing)
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AMN Artificial mains network H Host (see NOTE)
AAN Asymmetric artificial network a–b Supply terminals
MS Mains supply c–d Control terminals
M Measuring receiver C Conical metal housing
MT Mains supply terminal E Earth terminal
NCL Network control line IP Piece of insulating material (see NOTE)
NCLT Network control line terminal
See Figure B.3 for details on the arrangement and the possible orientations with respect to the RGP.
For cable lengths of the mains supply cables, see B.2.1 and for cable lengths of other than mains supply cables, see
B.2.2 and Clause B.3.
NOTE The host is often realized by assembling the parts of the host on a wooden plate. Strictly speaking , the IP is
not required, but optional, for convenience of making a host.
Figure B.1 – Circuit for measuring conducted disturbances from a luminaire
(Figure B.1a), an internal/mounted/replaceable module (Figure B.1b) and a single
capped self-ballasted or independent non-gas-discharge lamp Figure B.1c)
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Cable length: see Clause B.2

to M Cable length: see
20 ±5 Clause B.3
AAN 30 ±5
NCL
10 ±5 10 ±5
NCLT
AuxEq
10 ±5
EUT L
AMN
MS MT LT CP
Cable length 80 ±5
to M
VP
d
c
to M to M
a
Inline devices
AAN
EUT
AMN Load
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a–b Supply terminals MS Mains supply
c–d Control terminals MT Mains terminals
AAN Asymmetric artificial network NCL Network control line
AMN Artificial mains network NCLT Network control line terminal
CP Current probe RC Remote control (if any)
E Earth terminal VP Voltage probe
L Load
LT Load terminals
M CISPR measuring receiver (for AMN and AAN: replace by 50 Ω if not connected)
The earth of the measuring receiver and the earth terminal of the EUT shall be connected to the AMN ground.
For load terminal voltage measurement, the length of the coaxial cable between the probe and the measuring receiver
shall not exceed 2 m.
Where an inline device is inserted in only one lead of the supply, measurements shall be made by connecting the
second supply lead as indicated in the lower figure.
See Figure B.3 for details on the arrangement.
Figure B.2 – Circuit for measuring conducted disturbances from an external module
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Optical window
AAN EUT
EUT  80
AMN base
40
Cable length 80
RGP RGP
Top view Side view (of EUT only)
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Figure B.3a – Horizontal RGP setup (option 1)

RGP
RGP
40
EUT
40
AAN
AMN
 80
EUT
Cable length 80

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Figure B.3b – Vertical RGP setup (option 2)

RGP RGP
40
40
EUT
AAN
AMN
 80
EUT
Cable length 80
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Figure B.3c – Vertical RGP setup (option 3)

See Figure B.1, Figure B.2 and Clause B.5 for details on the measuring circuits, bonding of the AAN and AMN to the
RGP and arrangement of the cables.
Figure B.3 – Measuring arrangements for conducted disturbances (see Clause B.5)
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Annex C
(normative)
Test arrangements for radiated disturbance measurements

C.1 General
This annex gives test arrangements for radiated emission measurements of the EUT on an
OATS, SAC or FAR in accordance with CISPR 16-2-3.
C.2 Arrangements of electric power supply cables

When the OATS or SAC measurement method is applied, to improve the reproducibility, the
mains supply cable of the EUT should be terminated with a CDNE bonded to the reference-
ground plane and the receiver port of the CDNE terminated with a 50 Ω impedance.
C.3 Arrangement of cables other than electric power supply cables

Apply CISPR 16-2-3 for arrangement of cables other than electric power supply cables .
C.4 Arrangements of EUT, auxiliary equipment and associated equipment

C.4.1 General
General principles for arranging the EUT, auxiliary equipment and associated equipment as
specified in CISPR 16-2-3 apply for the radiated disturbance measurement methods that apply
(Table 12).
Examples for the arrangement of EUT, auxiliary equipment and associated equipment are given
for the following cases:
– luminaires; see Figure C.3;

– internal, mounted and replaceable modules; see Figure C.4;
– external modules; see Figure C.5.
C.4.2 EUT arrangements for table-top, wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted applications
Figure C.1 gives examples of the arrangement of the EUT for table-top, wall-mounted or ceiling-
mounted applications. The positioning table depicted in Figure C.1 is the standard positioning
table of 0,8 m height that is used in radiated emission measurements.
C.4.3 EUT arrangements for floor-standing and pole-mounted applications

Figure C.2 gives the arrangement of the EUT for floor-standing and pole-mounted applications.
The positioning table depicted in Figure C.2 is the standard positioning table of 0,8 m height
that is used in radiated emission measurements.
C.5 Loading and termination of cables

As a general principle, all cables of the EUT that are subject to the radiated disturbance tests
shall be terminated and loaded, as indicated in 7.9. Electric power supply cables should be
terminated with a CDNE in accordance with Clause C.2.
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Typical applications Arrangement during measurement

Ceiling mounted/pendant luminaires
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Wall mounted luminaire
Wall
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Table luminaire
Table
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Figure C.1 – EUT arrangement of ceiling-, wall-mounted and table-top applications

during the radiated (OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement
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Typical applications Arrangement during measurement

Floor standing luminaire
*
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* Insulating support up to 15 cm high

Pole mounted luminaire
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Figure C.2 – EUT arrangement of floor-standing and pole-mounted applications

during the radiated (OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement
EUT AuxEq: non-conductive

AuxEq: 80 cm mains setup table
cable
Reference
ground plane
or bonding
point (part of
test facility) AuxEq: presence detector
AuxEq: CDNE with 50  AE: mains

termination connection
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Figure C.3 – Example of arrangement of a luminaire during the radiated

(OATS, SAC or FAR) disturbance measurement
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AuxEq: host formed by housing,

cabling and load
AuxEq: non-conductive
AuxEq: 80 cm mains EUT setup table
cable
Reference
ground plane
or bonding
point (part of AuxEq: CDNE with 50 
test facility) termination
AE: mains
connection
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Figure C.4 – Example of arrangement of an internal module during the radiated

AuxEq: non-conductive
AuxEq: 80 cm mains setup table
cable EUT
Reference AuxEq: formed by control units,

ground plane cabling, sensors and load
(part of test
facility)
AuxEq: CDNE with 50  AE: mains

termination connection
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Figure C.5 – Example of arrangement of an external module during the radiated

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Annex D
(informative)
Examples of application of limits and test methods

D.1 General
A number of examples are given in this annex to explain the methodology described in
Clause 5, Clause 6 and Figure 4 to find the requirements that apply for a certain EUT.
D.2 Case 1: Power controlgear with remote battery connection

D.2.1 EUT description
The EUT is a light source driver that can be connected to a rem ote battery unit or a DC-grid.
The maximum dimension of the EUT is 25 cm. The length of the DC power supply cable may
be 10 m maximum. A generic LED light source of maximally 75 W can be connected to the load
interface of the driver with a twin wire of max imally 2 m. There is no restriction on the routing
of the two leads over the load cable (they may run separately). See Figure D.1.
Solar panels
EUT
Electric power supply Electric power load
cable 10 m maximum cable 2 m maximum
Remote battery unit Power controlgear LED light source
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Application 1
DC-grid EUT
Electric power supply Electric power load
cable 10 m maximum cable 2 m maximum
Power controlgear LED light source
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Application 2
Figure D.1 – Case 1 EUT
D.2.2 Interfaces, ports and limits

An overview of the interfaces of the Case 1-EUT, the associated ports and the limits that apply
is given in Table D.1.
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Table D.1 – Case 1: Summary of interfaces, applicable ports and limits
Interface Port Reason Limits Test method

Enclosure + Enclosure Default Table 10 One of the optional
cables port > 30 MHz radiated methods
Enclosure port Leads of the load Table 8 LAS method (EUT
< 30 MHz cable may run size < 1,6 m) with
separately (see load interface
5.3.4.1) having 1 m 2 loop
area
Electric No local wired port; Cable length is less Table 10 Radiated test is
power load Enclosure than 3 m; hence cable already done (see
port > 30 MHz shall be connected to above)
a load during radiated
test applying (see
Clause C.3)
DC input Application 1: Interface not directly Table 1 limits which See 8.2
Local wired port connected to a are more severe
network, but length > (starting at 9 kHz)
3m than Table 5 or
Table 6 limits;
Application 2: Interface connected to hence this interface
Wired network port a network is tested against the
limits of Table 1
(see 5.3.6)
D.3 Case 2: Universal presence and light detector

The EUT is an independent presence and light detector . The sensor detects the presence of
persons and measures the intensity of light. The sensor can be applied as an independent
module for installation in luminaires or for separate application in a ceiling (an installation). The
sensor has an interface for connection to the mains network and it has an interface for
connection to the load that is switched. An optional interface (for installations) is present for
coupling other sensors of the same type for extension of the sense area (slaved sensors).
Maximum length of each cable that can be connected to the sensor is 100 m. The schematic
diagram is given in Figure D.2.

For the two possible application scenario’s, the EUT can be considered as an independent
internal module (6.4.3), and as an independent external module ( 6.4.4). For each of these
applications a test is to be executed (6.4.2). An overview of the interfaces of the Case 2-EUT,
the associated ports and the limits that apply for the two applications, is given in Table D.2 and
Table D.3.
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EUT
Light source
Sensor
Electric power Luminaire
supply cable 100 m
maximum
Controlgear
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Application 1: Inside a luminaire
Electric power EUT

Mains network supply cable 100 m
maximum Optional: connection to other
Sensor sensors (slaves); 100 m maximum
Control cable 100 m

maximum
Lighting equipment
e.g luminaires
Lighting equipment
e.g luminaires
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Application 2: Independent sensor in an installation
Table D.2 – Case 2 – Application 1: Summary of interfaces, applicable ports and limits
Interface Port Reason Limits Test method

Enclosure Enclosure Default Table 10 One of the optional
port port > 30 MHz radiated methods
No enclosure port Inside the sensor no N.A. N.A.
< 30 MHz large loop current are
present and the wires
of the power supply
cable run together
(see 5.3.4.1)
Electric Network port Interface connected to Table 1 See Clause B.5
power a network (the mains Measuring circuit:
supply cable power supply) see Figure B.1b
Arrangement: one of
the three options
from Figure B.3.
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Table D.3 – Case 2 – Application 2: Summary of interfaces, applicable ports and limits
Assessment Port Reason Limits Test method

No enclosure port Inside the sensor no N.A. N.A.
< 30 MHz large loop current is
present, and the wires
of the power supply
cable run together
(see 5.3.4.1)
Electric Network port Interface connected to Table 1 See Article B.5
supply cable power supply) see Figure B.2
Arrangement: one of
the three options
from Figure B.3.
Control Local wired port Interface indirectly Table 5 or Table 6 See 8.5.2.2, 8.5.2.3,
cable 100 m connected to a B.3.2.b) and
maximum network (the mains Figure B.2 and
power supply) through apply the support
the load plate of Figure A.6.
Slave mode Local wired port Interface is not Table 5 or Table 6 See 8.5.2.2, 8.5.2.3,
interface connected to a B.3.3 and
(connection network; however its Figure B.2 and
to other length is > 3 m apply the support
sensors) plate of Figure A.6.
D.4 Case 3: Driver with three load interfaces

The EUT is an independent LED driver for use in installations. The LED driver is to be connected
to the mains (220 V to 240 V). The driver can be controlled (switching, dimming) using a DALI
interface for connection to a DALI bus (network). An additional interface is present for
connection of an optional NTC thermistor inrush current limiter. An array of LED light sources
can be connected to each of the three load interfaces (24 V). The maximum length between the
driver and each array of LED light sources is 4 m. A temperature control i nterface can optionally
be added to monitor the temperature of the light sources connected. In the latter case, t he
temperature control leads and the load leads are combined in one cable for each of the three
load interfaces. The length of this temperature control interface is also 4 m maximum. The
individual wires within each cable connected to the driver (power supply cable, each load cable
and control cables) are to be routed together. The schematic diagram is given in Figure D.3.

An overview of the interfaces of the Case 3 – EUT, the associated ports and the limits that apply
is given in Table D.4. The EUT can be considered as an independent external module (6.4.4).
Load cable
EUT
Electric power supply
cable (L, N, E) Light source
DALI network connection Light source

LED driver
Light source
Inrush current
suppressor
(optional) Temperature
control (optional)
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No enclosure port The driver N.A. N.A.
< 30 MHz specification does not
allow large loops (see
5.3.4.1)
Electric Network port Interface connected to Table 1 See Clause B.5
supply cable power supply) see Figure B.2
Arrangement: one of
the three options
from Figure B.3.
Each of the Local wired port Each interface is not Table 5 or Table 6 It is sufficient to test
three connected to a one of the three
electric network but its length load ports as they
power load is larger than 3 m. are of the same
cables 4 m kind; see 5.3.5.
maximum
Temperature Local wired port Each interface is not Table 5 or Table 6. The conducted
control connected to a Limits of Table 6 are disturbance of this
interface network but its length most practical as interface is
is larger than 3 m. with the current measured together
probe method, a with the disturbance
single measurement from the load port
can be done with by using the
the power load current-probe
cable and the method.
temperature control
cable.
Interface for Enclosure Interface is not Table 10 Radiated test is
connection port > 30 MHz connected to a already done (see
inrush network and its length above)
current is less than 3 m.
limiter
DALI Network port Interface is connected Table 2 or Table 3 See 5.3.2.2.

interface to a DALI network
(4.3.2).
D.5 Case 4: Ethernet powered OLED

The EUT is an OLED luminaire of which the power is delivered through an Ethernet CAT 5
interface having a length of maximally 15 m. No other wired interfaces are present. See
Figure D.4.
EUT
Cat 5 Ethernet
cable; 15 m
maximum
OLED luminaire
Network
switch
Mains power
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No enclosure port The Ethernet wire N.A. N.A.
< 30 MHz specification does not
allow separation of
individual wires; no
external loops are
present. Also within
the luminaire no large
loops with high
currents (OLED
technology) are
present (see 5.3.4.1)
Ethernet Network port Interface is connected Table 2 or Table 3 See 5.3.2.2.
interface to an Ethernet network
switch (4.3.2).
D.6 Case 5: Stand-alone occupancy-daylight sensor

The EUT is a simple stand-alone combined daylight sensor, movement detector and controller
which can be connected to maximally two AC fed luminaires of a specific type. The sensor
enables switching or dimming of the luminaire depending on local presence of persons and the
level of daylight. The two control interfaces to the luminaire are balanced three -lead wired
interfaces and a proprietary protocol for controlling those luminaires is used. The same
interfaces also provide the necessary power to the sensor. The length of each control interface
is limited to 2,5 m maximum. The schematic diagram of the application is given in Figure D.5.
EUT
Stand-alone
occupancy-daylight
Proprietary control sensor
interface 2,5 m
maximum
Mains power
AC
Luminaire 1 Luminaire 2
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No enclosure port Both the EUT itself N.A. N.A.

< 30 MHz and the two wired
interfaces will not
cause large dipole
moments.
(see 5.3.4.1)
Each of the Local wired port Interface is indirectly Table 5 or Table 6 It is sufficient to test
two control connected to a one of the two load
interfaces network (it is ports as they are of
connected to a the same kind; see
luminaire, which is 5.3.5.
connected to an AC
mains network)
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Annex E
(informative)
Statistical considerations in the determination

of EMC compliance of mass-produced products
E.1 General
CISPR limits have been developed, taking into account the inherent variability of the EMC
performance of mass-produced equipment. The CISPR limits are based on the recommendation
that, for type approval of mass-produced equipment on a statistical basis, at least 80 % of the
mass-produced equipment should comply with the disturbance limits with at least 80 %
confidence.
NOTE Further information on the various methods for statistical evaluation of mass -produced equipment can be
found in CISPR TR 16-3 [5] 2 and CISPR TR 16-4-3 [3].
Type tests are generally made on units which are representative of mass -produced equipment.
Accordingly, type tests should be made either:
a) On a sample of at least 3 units, according to one of the methods given in Clause E.2 to E.5,
or
b) For simplicity’s sake, on one unit only.
Subsequent tests are recommended from time to time on equipment taken at random from
production, especially if option b) above has been followed.
E.2 Test method based on a general margin to the limit

The type test method for conducted or radiated disturbance measurements can be based on
application of the statistical method using a general margin to the limit as outlined in CISPR TR
16-4-3 [3].
In this type test method, the disturbance x( f ) is measured for each of n items (n  3) of the test
sample as a function of the frequency f for each of the limits and associated measurement
method that apply for the EUT.
The equipment that is type tested using this method can be expected to be compliant with the
relevant limit when the measured disturbance values xi ( f ) of all individual items of the sample
are below the limit L( f ) with an additional margin to the limit which is not less than the value
of the sample-size dependent margin M n given in Table E.1:
xi ( f )  M n  L( f ) , for each item 1  i  n , (E.1)
Table E.1 – General margin to the limit for statistical evaluation
Sample size (n) 3 4 5 6

General margin M n to the limit (dB) 3,8 2,5 1,5 0,7
NOTE The values in Table E.1 are based on a standard deviation of 6,0 dB assumed for the disturbances, caused
by equipment in the scope of this document. For further information, see CISPR TR 16-4-3 [3]. It is important that
the manufacturer of mass products verifies whether the assumption of the expected standard deviation of the product
is valid or not.
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2 Numbers in square brackets refer to the Bibliography.
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Since in reality the standard deviation in most cases will be lower , it is recommended to use
one of the methods in Clause E.3 or E.4, when this method of Clause E.2 fails.
In Table E.1, values are given only for a sample size up to n = 6. For a larger sample size, the
binomial distribution method is more suitable as described in Clause E.4.
E.3 Test method based on the non-central t-distribution

E.3.1 Practical implementation by using frequency sub-ranges
application of the statistical method using the non-central t-distribution as outlined in
CISPR TR 16-4-3 [3]. The t-distribution method calculates the highest measured disturbance
levels at distinct frequencies in the frequency range applicable for the particular disturbance
measurement method. In practice however, a number of difficulties may arise:
– the limit levels vary over the frequency range;

– the frequencies at which the highest disturbance levels are measured vary for the individual
units of a sample.
For this reason, in practice, the method is to be applied by dividing the whole frequency range
for a particular measurement method into subranges. The average value and the standard
deviation are then calculated using the measured disturbance levels that are normalised to the
limit level as a function of frequency as follows:
d ( f )  x( f )  L( f ) (E.2)
where
d( f ) is the difference between the disturbance level and the limit level (relative disturbance
level) at the specific frequency f in dB;
x( f ) is the measured disturbance level in dB(V), dB(A), dB(A/m) or dB(V/m);
L( f ) is the disturbance limit at the specific frequency in dB(V), dB(A), dB(A/m)

or dB(V/m).
The relative disturbance level d ( f ) is calculated as a function of frequency. The difference is
negative where the measured value is below the limit and positive where it is above the limit.
For all n items in the sample (label i ), the maximum values of the relative disturbance level
d ( f ) is calculated as follows for each of the frequency sub -ranges specified in E.3.2:
di  maxd ( f ) (E.3)
The equipment that is type tested using this method can be expected to be compliant with the
relevant limit when the following condition is met for the maximum relative disturbance level d i
in each of the subranges that apply for the particular measurement method:
d  ksn  0 (E.4)
where
d is the arithmetic mean of the maximum relative disturbance values di of each of the n items
in the sample calculated for each frequency sub-range as follows (in dB):
n
 di
1
d (E.5)
n i 1
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sn is the standard deviation of the maximum relative disturbance values d i of n items in the
sample calculated as follows:
n
sn2   (di  d )2 / (n  1) (E.6)
i 1
k is the factor derived from tables of the non-central t-distribution which ensures, with 80 %
confidence, that 80 % or more of the production are below the limit L; the value of k depends
on the sample size n and is stated in Table E.2.
Table E.2 – Sample size and corresponding k factor in a non-central t-distribution
n 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
k 2,04 1,69 1,52 1,42 1,35 1,30 1,27 1,24 1,21 1,20
E.3.2 Frequency sub-ranges

The statistical evaluation given in E.3.1 should be carried out separately for the following
frequency sub-ranges:
 9 kHz to 50 kHz;
 50 kHz to 150 kHz;
 150 kHz to 500 kHz;
 500 kHz to 5 MHz;
 5 MHz to 30 MHz;
 30 MHz to 100 MHz;
 100 MHz to 230 MHz;
 230 MHz to 300 MHz;
 300 MHz to 500 MHz;
 500 MHz to 1 000 MHz.
NOTE The frequency sub-ranges have been chosen such that the boundaries coincide with the frequencies where
the limit curve shows a transition or a discontinuity. In case of large ranges, also additional sub -ranges are applied.
The test may fail due to artefacts in the results that may occur due to start and stop fr equencies
of frequency sub-ranges. The cause of those artefacts is explained in E.3.3.
E.3.3 Data distortion occurring at a sub-range boundary

If all measured values are under the limit and the test failed only due to a large standard
deviation, then it should be investigated whether this large standard deviation has been caused
by a maximum of x i at the borderline between two frequency sub -ranges. In this case, the
evaluation should be done according to Clause E.4.
Figure E.1 illustrates the possible difficulties if a maximum of the measured disturbances occurs
at the borderline of two frequency sub-ranges. "U" is the measured disturbance voltage; "f" is
the frequency. Here two units with different characteristics out of a sample are shown. For
broadband disturbances, the value of the maximum as well as the frequency of the maximum
can change from unit to unit. Differences as shown in Figure E.1 between unit 1 and unit 2 of a
sample are typical. The average value and standard deviation is calculated from the maximum
disturbance levels all units (of which two are shown) for each sub-range. In this example, the
calculated standard deviation is much higher for subrange 1 than subrange 2 (e.g. consider
how different the values of x 1 and x 2 are at the borderline). Although the average for subrange 1
is much lower than subrange 2, after taking into consideration the large value of S n multiplied
by the factor from Table E.2, in rare cases this could lead to not fulfilling the criterion on
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Equation (E.4). Since this is simply a consequence of the arbitrary way in which the frequency
sub-ranges have been defined, no statistically meaningful conclusion can be drawn regarding
compliance. In this case, it is recommended to repeat the evaluation in a newly defined
subrange such that occurrence of maximum values at sub -range boundaries is avoided.
Frequency Frequency
U subrange
subrange
1 2
Limit
x1
Unit 2
Unit 1
x2
f
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Figure E.1 – Illustration of difficulties in case the maximum value

of the disturbance is at the boundary of a sub -range
E.4 Test method based on the binomial distribution

application of the statistical method using a binominal distribution as outlined in CISPR TR 16-
4-3 [3]. This method is based on the verification of the condition that from a test sample of size
n, the number of units that generate a disturbance level above the applicable limit do not exceed
c, as given in Table E.3.
Table E.3 – Application of the binomial distribution
n 7 14 20 26 32
c 0 1 2 3 4
E.5 Application of larger sample size

Should the test on the initial sample not fulfil one of the Clauses E.2, E.3 or E.4, then more
units may be tested and the result combined with those from the first sample . The combined
result can then be checked for the larger sample size.
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[1] CISPR TR 16-4-5:2006, Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring
apparatus and methods – Part 4-5: Uncertainties, statistics and limit modelling –
Conditions for the use of alternative test methods
CISPR TR 16-4-5:2006/AMD1:2014
[2] CISPR TR 16-4-1:2009, Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring
apparatus and methods – Part 4-1: Uncertainties, statistics and limit modelling –
Uncertainties in standardized EMC tests
[3] CISPR TR 16-4-3:2004, Specification for radio disturbance and immunity m easuring
apparatus and methods. Part 4-3: Uncertainties, statistics and limit modelling –
Statistical considerations in the determination of EMC compliance of mass -produced
products
CISPR TR 16-4-3:2004/AMD1:2006
[4] CISPR TR 30-2:2012, Test method on electromagnetic emissions – Part 2: Electronic

control gear for discharge lamps excluding fluorescent lamps
[5] CISPR TR 16-3:2010, Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring
apparatus and methods – Part 3: CISPR technical reports
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fibre communication
IEC 60050-731:1991/AMD1:2016
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IEC 60155:1993/AMD1:1995
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– Safety specifications
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plasma display panel TVs in the frequency range 150 kHz to 30 MHz
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3 This publication was withdrawn and replaced by IEC 61140:2016, Protection against electric shock – Common
aspects for installation and equipment.
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(REV.WRC-12), Protection of radiocommunication services against interference caused
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LIMITS AND METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIO

Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Org (SASO)

The Saudi Standards ,Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO)has

6.4.7 ELV lamps .......................................................................................... 27

A.3.1 Preparation of the EUT ....................................................................... 39

D.4.2 Interfaces, ports and limits .................................................................. 61

Figure 1 – EMC-ports of an EUT ................................................................................ 16

INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION

LIMITS AND METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF

International Standard CISPR 15 has been prepared by subcommittee CIS/F: Interference

a) full editorial revision and restructuring;

e) deletion of the insertion-loss requirements and the associated Annex A;

FDIS Report on voting

LIMITS AND METHODS OF MEASUREMENT OF

– lighting equipment (3.3.16);

– UV and IR radiation equipment for residential and non-industrial applications;

Multi-function equipment which is subjected simultaneously to different clauses of this

IEC 60038, IEC standard voltages

IEC 60050-161, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV) – Chapter 161: Electromagnetic

IEC 60050-845:1987, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Chapter 845: Lighting

IEC 60081, Double-capped fluorescent lamps – Performance specifications

IEC 60598-1:2014, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests

IEC 60921, Ballasts for tubular fluorescent lamps – Performance requirements

IEC 61000-4-20:2010: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-20: Testing and

IEC 61195, Double-capped fluorescent lamps – Safety specifications

CISPR TR 30-1:2012, Test method on electromagnetic emissions – Part 1: Electronic control

CISPR 32:2015, Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Emission

3 Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms

 IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/

3.3 Terms and definitions related to equipment

[SOURCE: IEC 60050-731:1991 + AMD1:2016, 731-01-05 and 731-01-06, modified – The

3.4 Terms and definitions related to interfaces and ports

Wired network ports EUT Local wired ports

Figure 1 – EMC-ports of an EUT

3.5 Abbreviated terms

EUT equipment under test

Ancillary equipment (transducer Test facility

Equipment under test

Figure 2 – Generic depiction of the definitions of test-, ancillary-, auxiliary- and

4.2 Frequency ranges

Table 1 – Disturbance voltage limits at the electric power supply interface

Frequency range a Method

0,5 MHz to 5,0 MHz 56 c 46 c

4.3.2 Wired network interfaces other than power supply

Table 2 – Disturbance voltage limits at wired network

Frequency range Limits Method

Table 3 – Disturbance current limits at wired network

Frequency range Limits Method

Frequency range a cd Method

Frequency range Limits Method

Frequency range Limits Method

0,15 to 0,50 40 to 30 30 to 20 CISPR 16-2-1

4.5.2 Frequency range 9 kHz to 30 MHz

Table 7 – Maximum EUT dimension that can be used

Maximum dimension of the EUT, D Loop antenna diameter

Frequency range Quasi-peak limits for three loop diameters Method

3,0 MHz to 30 MHz 22 15 to 16 c 9 to 12 c

a Decreasing linearly with the logarithm of the frequency.