IEEE 802.15.7-2018
Part 15.7: Short-Range Optical Wireless Communications - Redline
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802.15.7-2018 is a technical standard for short-range optical wireless communications, covering visible light communication and related device behavior in communication, networking, and broadcast technologies. This redline edition helps readers identify updates in the specification more efficiently, which is useful when comparing revisions, managing design requirements, or reviewing compliance obligations. For engineers and procurement teams working with optical wireless systems, it provides a focused reference for performance and interoperability considerations.
Overview of 802.15.7-2018
This standard addresses short-range optical wireless communications in a way that is relevant to systems using light as a transmission medium. The 802.15.7-2018 document is positioned for technical review, specification comparison, and implementation planning in electronics and communications contexts. As a redline version, it is especially practical when tracking changes between editions and understanding how requirements may affect device design, testing, and system integration.
Typical use cases
Typical applications include visible light communication equipment, optical wireless links, and related components used in controlled indoor or short-distance environments. The standard may be consulted during product development for transmitters, receivers, and integrated communication devices where light-based signaling is part of the system design. It can also support specification review for networking equipment, embedded electronics, and broadcast-related applications that rely on short-range optical communication behavior.
Why it matters
Using 802.15.7-2018 helps teams work from a clear technical basis when evaluating optical wireless designs, especially where interoperability and consistent performance are important. It can support compliance checks, engineering documentation, and test planning by clarifying the applicable requirements in one place. For organizations comparing product options or managing revisions, the redline format can reduce review time and lower the risk of overlooking changes that affect implementation or acceptance.
- Short-range optical wireless communications
- Visible light communication context
- Redline revision for change review
- Design, testing, and compliance reference
- Relevant to communications and electronics systems
- Publication Date: 2019
- Standard Status: Active
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Communication, Networking and Broadcast Technologies; Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems; Computing and Processing
- Official IEEE: Doi link
- New Version Available: 802.15.7 (2025)
- This Version: 802.15.7 (2019)
- Previous Version: 802.15.7 (2011)
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