IEEE 187-2018

IEEE 187-2018 is the standard for measuring emissions from FM and television broadcast receivers over a frequency range of 9 kHz to 40 GHz. It provides a technical basis for evaluating unwanted emissions from receiver equipment used in communication, networking and broadcast technologies, helping engineers compare results in a consistent way. For manufacturers, test labs, and compliance teams, IEEE 187-2018 supports clearer measurement practice and more reliable performance assessment.

IEEE 187-2018 overview

This standard focuses on how emissions from broadcast receivers should be measured across a very wide radio-frequency range. It is relevant to receiver design, verification, and compliance testing where repeatable emission measurements are needed. By defining a common approach for FM and television broadcast receivers, IEEE 187-2018 helps reduce ambiguity in test results and supports more consistent engineering decisions when assessing radiated or related emissions behavior.

Typical use cases

IEEE 187-2018 is commonly used when evaluating FM and television broadcast receiver equipment during design validation, production testing, or certification-related measurement work. It may apply to receiver platforms, tuner modules, consumer electronics, and other broadcast reception systems that need emission characterization. The standard is also useful in laboratories that compare results across different instruments, setups, or facilities and want a stable technical reference for measurements from 9 kHz to 40 GHz.

Why this standard matters

Accurate emission measurement is important for controlling interference risk, supporting product compliance, and improving confidence in receiver performance. IEEE 187-2018 gives manufacturers and test organizations a clearer framework for evaluating emissions from broadcast receivers, which can help reduce disputes over methods and results. In practice, this improves procurement reviews, engineering verification, and documentation quality while making technical comparisons more consistent across projects and test environments.

• Emission measurement for FM and TV receivers
• Frequency range from 9 kHz to 40 GHz
• Receiver verification and compliance testing
• Consistent laboratory measurement practice
• Broadcast-related equipment assessment