285076 20.19, Hearing Aid Compatibilty, HAC

Publication Number: 285076	Rule Parts:	Publication Date: 09/29/2023
Keyword: 20.19, Hearing Aid Compatibilty, HAC

First Category:	Licensed Service Rules and Procedures
Second Category:	HAC Hearing Aid Compatibility (lic)

Question: What are the equipment authorization requirements for hearing aid compatibility of mobile handsets?

Answer:

The following documents provide guidance on the equipment authorization of RF devices subject to the Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) rules:

285076 D01 HAC Guidance v06r03 provides equipment authorization guidance for mobile handsets subject to the requirements of Section 20.19 for hearing aid compatibility.

285076 D02 T-Coil testing for CMRS IP v04 provides guidance for T-Coil tests for voice-over-IP (e.g., LTE and Wi-Fi) CMRS based Telephone Services.

285076 D03 HAC FAQ v01r06 provides answers to a number of Frequently Asked Questions.

285076 D05 CG Interim Waiver DA 23-914 v01 amends 285076 D04 Volume Control v01r01 for volume control under the interim waiver.

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