Bluetooth SIG Qualification
From required testing to product listing, we support manufacturers throughout the Bluetooth SIG Qualification Process and help them meet the requirements for using Bluetooth® trademarks.
Qualification Requirements
What Is the Bluetooth SIG Qualification Process?
Bluetooth SIG qualification is separate from regulatory approval. The process documents how a product implements Bluetooth specifications and meets the applicable qualification and licensing requirements.
All Bluetooth® products must be qualified before they are marketed or distributed. Depending on the product design, an existing qualified design may be referenced without additional testing. For new or modified designs, the Qualification Workspace determines the applicable path and generates a test plan when required.
Your Advantages
Market Access for Products with Bluetooth Technology
Early clarification of design, testing, and submission requirements helps manufacturers integrate Bluetooth qualification into product development and avoid unnecessary rework.
Once approved, products are included in the Bluetooth SIG Qualified Product Database. Qualification also supports the use of Bluetooth® trademarks in accordance with the applicable license and brand requirements.
Our Services
Bluetooth Qualification Consulting and Testing
IB-Lenhardt AG coordinates qualification projects from requirements analysis and test planning through documentation and submission support.
Working with a Bluetooth Qualification Consultant (BQC) and Bluetooth SIG-recognized Bluetooth Qualification Test Facilities (BQTFs), we coordinate the testing required for the applicable product design. This structured approach helps reduce submission errors and avoidable delays.
Bluetooth SIG Qualification Process
We support manufacturers from initial product setup and design selection through testing, submission, and Bluetooth SIG verification.
Testing Services
Bluetooth Qualification and Regulatory Testing
We coordinate qualification testing through Bluetooth SIG-recognized test facilities and perform regulatory radio testing in our DAkkS-accredited laboratory.
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RF Conformance Testing
- Bluetooth Basic Rate and Enhanced Data Rate (BR/EDR)
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RF-PHY Conformance Testing
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
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Protocol Testing
- Host-layer protocols and BlueZ-based implementations
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Profile Testing
- Bluetooth profile testing with the Profile Tuning Suite (PTS)
Discuss Your Bluetooth Qualification Project
Contact our specialist for support with qualification requirements, testing, and project planning.
Knowledge Base
Bluetooth SIG Qualification and Trademark Use
Explore qualification requirements, membership and trademark rules, interoperability testing, and the current Qualification Workspace process.
Frequently Asked Questions
All you need to know about Bluetooth SIG
- Who is the Bluetooth SIG?
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The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) develops Bluetooth specifications and manages the Bluetooth Qualification Program. It also licenses Bluetooth® trademarks and maintains the Qualified Product Database.
- Which Products Must Be Qualified?
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All Bluetooth® products must complete the Bluetooth SIG Qualification Process before they are marketed or distributed. The applicable path depends on whether the product uses an existing qualified design or introduces a new or modified design.
Bluetooth trademarks may be used only in accordance with the applicable Bluetooth SIG membership, license, qualification, and brand requirements.
- Where Are the Qualification Requirements Defined?
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The requirements are defined in the Bluetooth specifications, the Qualification Program Reference Document (QPRD), and related Bluetooth SIG policies. The Qualification Workspace determines the applicable qualification path and generates a test plan when testing is required.
- What Documentation Is Required?
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The Qualification Workspace records the relevant product and design information. Depending on the qualification path, manufacturers may also need to provide specification selections, test reports, and other supporting evidence.
- What Does Bluetooth SIG Qualification Cost?
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Bluetooth SIG fees depend on the membership level and qualification scenario. Additional testing and consulting costs vary according to the product design and required test scope. Contact us for a project-specific assessment or consult the Bluetooth SIG for current membership and qualification fees.
Regulatory Market Access
Regulatory Testing for Bluetooth Products
Bluetooth SIG qualification does not replace regulatory approval. We support radio testing and market approval for Bluetooth® products in international markets.
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Bluetooth Qualification and Global Market Access
From Bluetooth SIG qualification and required testing to regulatory approvals, we support manufacturers in preparing Bluetooth® products for international markets.
Discuss your requirements, product design, and qualification path with our Bluetooth specialists.