The Radio Equipment Directive Administrative Co-operation Group (RED ADCO) has published a guidance document titled “Interpretation of ‘internet-connected radio equipment’ under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED).”
The document, dated 26 December 2025, provides further clarification on the terminology used in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30, which introduced cybersecurity requirements for certain categories of radio equipment from 1 August 2025.
Seven Practical Connectivity Examples
The ADCO guidance includes seven illustrated scenarios covering different equipment configurations, including:
- Direct and indirect internet connectivity;
- Communication through intermediate devices;
- Wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC and Zigbee;
- Equipment incorporating radio modules;
- Combined radio and non-radio equipment.
These examples are intended to assist manufacturers in understanding the interpretation of internet-connected radio equipment under the RED.
The guidance is non-binding and does not replace the applicable EU legislation. Manufacturers remain responsible for assessing their products individually.
Read the Official ADCO Guidance
Manufacturers and compliance professionals are encouraged to review the complete document, including its illustrated examples.
Download the RED ADCO clarification on internet-connected radio equipment (PDF)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is internet-connected radio equipment under the RED?
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30 defines internet-connected radio equipment. The RED ADCO guidance provides illustrated examples to support interpretation of this definition.
- Does the RED ADCO guidance address indirect internet connectivity?
Yes. The document includes examples involving communication through intermediate equipment, alongside other connectivity configurations.
- Is the RED ADCO clarification legally binding?
No. The document provides non-binding guidance. The provisions of the applicable EU legislation take precedence.