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APTA RT-SC-S-046-03

Radio Communication System Inspection and Testing

Abstract

This standard provides procedures for inspecting and testing rail transit radio communication systems.

Keywords: antenna, communication, deviation, distortion, frequency modulation, inspection, maintenance, radio, receiver, selectivity, sensitivity, test, testing, transmitter-licensed power

Summary

This standard provides testing and inspection procedures for transit radio communication systems in order to ensure that special life/safety equipment is operational and reliable; to help rail transit systems incorporate safety considerations during the inspection and maintenance process; and to identify inspection criteria and maintenance standards that provide a high level of passenger and personnel safety.

Document History

Document Number Version Publication Date Publication Related Information
APTA RT-SC-S-046-03 Rev. 1 01/31/2025 Published Current
APTA RT-SC-S-046-03 Original 09/28/2003 Published Superseded

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