Overview of OMH Device Variant Testing

This page summarizes the process for testing and accepting OMH device variants. Device variants are new devices that:

• Are based on a "parent device" that was previously accepted by the TAG
• Have only minor modifications relative to the previously accepted parent device (e.g. a device with a different PCB would not qualify as a variant)
• Do not need to be re-tested except for minor new/different functionality

For more detailed information about this process, refer to CDG182 (OMH TAG Process Guide).

Device Variant Declaration and Acceptance Process

Step 1: Vendor Requests Variant Testing

• Vendor identifies the additional testing required for the device variant
• Vendor requests a CCF Authorized Testing Facility to perform the additional testing

Step 2: Variant Testing is Executed

• ATF performs the additional testing identified by the vendor
• All variant testing must be performed on the same binary

Step 3: Variant Test Results are Stored

• Vendor stores variant test results in a compliance folder
• Vendor makes variant test results available to TAG operators upon request

Step 4: Vendor Declares Variant Device to the TAG

• Vendor completes the OMH Device Variant Declaration Form
• Vendor submits form to OmhTagChair@cdg.org
• The TAG does not grant new waivers for variant devices

Step 5: TAG Accepts the Variant Device

• TAG receives and reviews the completed variant declaration form from the vendor
• If there are any issues preventing acceptance, the TAG notifies the vendor
• Upon acceptance, the TAG provides the vendor with a Certificate of Acceptance

Step 6: Vendor Places the OMH Logo on Variant Devices or Packaging

• Vendor places the OMH logo on the accepted variant device, packaging, and associated marketing material
• For more information and usage guidelines associated with the OMH logo, refer to the OMH Brand Information