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1 7" Portable TV A portable device used primarily for personal use, that operates on battery power 9" TV WITH BUILT-IN DVD PLAYER Portable display with screen size less than 10 Aftermarket Vehicle Displays, (including those with a built in tuner) VEHICLE AUDIO & VIDEO SYSTEMS Aftermarket video system / component Bar Speaker and Audio Dock HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Wall mounted or table top device, AC powered, therefore for 'home use'. Computer Monitor used with a Point of Sale (POS) System DISPLAY DEVICES Video display device = Not obligated = Obligated Page 1 of 39

2 Computer Tablet Input Device/Graphic Tablet PERSONAL / PORTABLE AUDIO/VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS A computer input device that enables a user to hand-draw images, animations and graphics Desktop Photo Negative Scanner DESKTOP COMPUTER SCANNERS Imaging equipment designed for use in conjunction with a personal computer that converts hard copy data (photo negatives) into an electronic file Dictating Machine / Transcriber Portable tape players/recorders Digital Photo Christmas Ornament Portable video playback device = Not obligated = Obligated Page 2 of 39

3 Display screen embedded in a nonobligated product Not a standalone video display. Device is embedded in a nonobligated product. Document Cameras (for use with Data Projectors) Accessory camera device for use with a data projector but not a typical functional camera on its own. Electronic Typewriter DESKTOP PRINTERS Electronic typewriters are obligated for BC Phase V products (as of July 1, 2012) and Ontario. Embedded printers and printer components Not a standalone desktop printer. Excluded if device is embedded in a non-obligated product. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 3 of 39

4 FM Transmitters Personal / Portable Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems Obligated in under BC Phase V and OES. An adaptor for an obligated product but not a 'player' on its own so not obligated for other programs. Gaming Headphones Personal / Portable Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems Headphones Handheld Gaming Units Personal / Portable Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems Obligated under BC Phase V and QC as of August 1, = Not obligated = Obligated Page 4 of 39

5 Handheld Learning Systems ELECTRONIC TOYS Toy, not A/V Product. Obligated in BC as of August 1, Hands-free Cellular Phone Accessory Cellular phone accessory - Not an A/V player Hands-free Cellular Phone Accessory Cellular phone accessory - Not an A/V player Headset with Base Station Headsets (wired and wireless, including Bluetooth) = Not obligated = Obligated Page 5 of 39

6 Home AV System with Speakers and Subwoofer HOME THEATRE IN A BO (HTB) SYSTEMS Audio and video equipment packaged by an OEM as a complete system Horn Speakers HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Industrial/commercial speakers for public address ID Card Scanner DESKTOP COMPUTER SCANNERS Desktop imaging equipment that converts hard copy data from ID cards into an electronic file Keyboard Embedded in ICI Equipment Component embedded in ICI equipment = Not obligated = Obligated Page 6 of 39

7 Laptop Docking Station COMPUTER PERIPHERALS It is connected to a laptop in order to provide connectivity to peripherals via a single USB cable. Magic Trackpad COMPUTER PERIPHERALS External trackpad mouse for use with desktop computer Multimedia Controllers COMPUTER PERIPHERALS Obligated under BC Phase V. Special functionality control device used in combination with a traditional mouse and keyboard, and not as an alternative to them. Multimedia Photo Viewer Portable video playback device Multimedia Player / Recorder HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Video playback and recording device = Not obligated = Obligated Page 7 of 39

8 Multimedia Speaker System HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Home speaker systems such as 5.1 and 7.1 speaker packages supplied without amplifier or video player, including computer (multi-media) speakers Manual Typewriter Not obligated Overhead Projector HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Obligated under BC Phase V. Not a video player, simply a projector. Point of Sale (POS) Pole Displays DISPLAY DEVICES Obligated under BC Phase V and OES. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 8 of 39

9 Handheld Point of Sale (POS) Printer Obligated under BC Phase V and OES. Portable Stereo DC powered, Portable stereo Portable Video Surveillance System Video monitor and camera systems such as video baby monitors or other surveillance monitor systems Programmable Foot Switches MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT Specialty device - obligated under BC Phase V. PVR Expander Drive COMPUTER PERIPHERALS Obligated as a PVR Expander = Not obligated = Obligated Page 9 of 39

10 Satellite Dish HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Small satellite dishes obligated under BC Phase V. Not obligated for other programs - only the satellite boxes are obligated Security System DVRs HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Video recording system Security System Input Devices Specialty product, not for regular use with a desktop or portable computer. Security System Monitor with Integrated DVR Integrated unit, therefore the highest EHF is applicable (display or home AV) Two operational components that may be sold separately but in this instance are integrated into a single operating unit, therefore subject to a single EHF. Smart Boards (including those with built in projector) DISPLAY DEVICES Obligated in BC, NS&PEI and NL (as of August 1, 2013). = Not obligated = Obligated Page 10 of 39

11 Sound Dock Systems HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Home speaker system with docking station. Speakerphone NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES A telecommunication device with a microphone and speaker system that is used to transmit and receive sound Stylus Pen Not a computer peripheral, for use on a touch screen as opposed to using a finger to select / input info. Telephone Amplifiers NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES Telephone accessory = Not obligated = Obligated Page 11 of 39

12 Tool Cam Inspection Camera Tool Touchpad Mouse COMPUTER PERIPHERALS External mouse for use with a computer Toy Cameras ELECTRONIC TOYS Exclusion for children s toy cameras. Obligated in BC only. TV Ears Headset Audio headphones Underwater Digital Camera Mask Item is embedded in a nonregulated product = Not obligated = Obligated Page 12 of 39

13 USB Computer Speaker Computer/docking speakers USB Speakerphone NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES A telecommunication device with a microphone and speaker system that is used to transmit and receive sound VoIP Telephone NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES VoIP Telephone used to transmit and receive sound. VoIP Telephone Adaptor NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES An adaptor not a telephone = Not obligated = Obligated Page 13 of 39

14 Wireless Microphone Systems MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT Industrial/commercial quality microphones used for musical recording, performances and/or public address, and not for use with an obligated product. Embedded Controller This is a specialized/commercial grade unit designed for custom purposes as a panel appliance and does not fall under Phase I or II products. KVM (Keyboard, Video and Monitor) IT AND TELECOM EQUIPMENT KVM Drawers are obligated in BC only. Not obligated for other programs. Lapdock ' ' PORTABLE COMPUTER Lapdocks contain both a display device and a keyboard and are recycled as laptops by processors. Set-top Box ' ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Set top boxes used with cable and satellite systems are not obligated in OES. However, products like Apple TV with internet streaming capability are obligated in OES. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 14 of 39

15 ' Digital TV Converter Box ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Set top box for digital TV Except for OES: If the product is sold as multiple cameras, a DVR, and a display device, in one OEM box the EHF will be as follows; Multiple EHF = Multiple Cameras ($0) + DVR ($0) + Display Device ($9.00) = $9.00 Application of fees to a bundled surveillance system ' For OES only there are 2 instances : 1) Obligated Products bundled together in one box, the highest fee between the cameras and the DVR will apply + the Display device fee; e.g. Multiple Cameras ($0) + DVR ($2.50) + Display Device ($7.00) = $ ) Obligated Products Bundled together in separate boxes, each box carries an EHF, e.g. : Multiple Cameras ($2.50) + DVR ($2.50) + Display Device ($7.00) = $ The display will always have its own fee = Not obligated = Obligated Page 15 of 39

16 Desktop Label Maker ' DESKTOP PRINTERS Desktop printing device Handheld Label Maker Handheld label makers are obligated under BC Phase V and OES, but are excluded under EPRA SK, MB, QC, NS/PEI and EPRA NL. Pen Scanner Obligated under OES and BC Phase V. Business Card Scanner ' ' ' Business card scanners are obligated under all programs except EPRA SK. Baby Video Monitor and Camera Systems ' ' ' Video monitor and camera system, such as video baby monitor or other surveillance monitor system. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 16 of 39

17 Home Automation Controllers ' ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS Home automation controllers gives you access to control devices in your home from a mobile device. Tablet Devices ' ' PORTABLE COMPUTERS These devices should be classified by product type and not by the screen size. Commercial/ Industrial Mobile Computer Obligated under BC Phase V and OES. Digital Notepad ' COMPUTER PERIPHERALS This product is similar to graphic tablets without display, which are obligated in BC and QC as of August 1st, World Card Mac Plus ' ' ' All programs obligate scanners except SK. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 17 of 39

18 Smart Pens N/A This pen is not obligated. Tower Servers ' ' ' DESKTOP COMPUTERS Included under the desktop computer category because they carryout similar functions and have similar technical specifications as a desktop computer. Computer/ multimedia speaker system (with a subwoofer) ' ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS These devices are not portable when accompanied by a subwoofer and cannot be powered by a battery or directly from a computer. Speakers without subwoofer are considered portable and are designated to be in the personal portable audio/video category. Dash Personal Internet Viewer ' ' PORTABLE COMPUTERS This item performs similar functions to a tablet device. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 18 of 39

19 Solar Powered ipod and iphone dock station ' ' ' Portable docking speakers are obligated under the personal/portable A/V category. ' Thin Clients ' DESKTOP COMPUTERS Thin Client has an OS or a CPU. Wireless HD Audio/Video Kit ' ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS These devices are considered wireless transmitters and receivers. OES does not obligate receivers. Microfiche Microfiches are for commercial use and are not a traditional desktop printing or scanning device. Light with radio alarm clock ' ' ' Radio/alarm clocks are obligated = Not obligated = Obligated Page 19 of 39

20 DJ Mixing Equipment MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT Obligated under BC Phase V - otherwise, commercial DJ mixing equipment is not obligated under provincial regulations. Application of fees to Computer Peripheral Travel Kits ' ' COMPUTER PERIPHERALS For products sold under a single SKU see pages 15 and 37 for EHF on bundle products. Point of Sale Systems DISPLAY DEVICE Point of Sale systems are not obligated by the provincial regulations with the exception of Ontario and BC Phase V. They are considered a display device and obligated under the all-in-one category. External Hard Drive ' COMPUTER PERIPHERALS Obligated in Ontario, BC, QC and excluded from other provinces. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 20 of 39

21 Fees for Replacement Parts (OES) Replacement parts are not obligated in EPRA. For OES, computer hard drives are obligated as standalone. Graphic Tablet with Display >=10'' ' ' DISPLAY DEVICE Graphic tablets with a display are considered a display device. If the screen size is greater than or equal to 10, these products fall under the display device category. If they are smaller than 10, they fall under the personal A/V category. They do not contain a CPU, so they cannot be classified as a tablet computer. Graphic Tablet Without Display ' COMPUTER PERIPHERALS Graphic tablets without display are obligated under BC Phase V and QC Phase II. Portable Display Device ' DISPLAY DEVICES/ PERSONAL/ PORTABLE Display devices that are greater than 10" fall under the display device category. Less than 10 fall under Personal/Portable category. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 21 of 39

22 Vehicle Mounted Computer DISPLAY DEVICE This item is an all in one computer. Obligated in BC only under phase V. Telephone Recording Device ' NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES These devices are designed to record sound from incoming calls over a telephone line or VOIP line. Telephone Accessory Handset ' Cordless telephone handsets require an electrical base station/handset cradle for battery charging and are charged an EHF under the Non-cellular Telephones and Answering Machines. Network TV Satellite Streaming Device IT AND TELECOM/ COMPUTER PERIPHERALS These products are excluded from the other programs because they function as routers, which are not obligated, for streaming satellite and digital TV to computers. Audio Backing Module MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT These products are commercial quality mixing boards, which are obligated under BC Phase V. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 22 of 39

23 Guitar Amplifiers MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT IN BC HOME AUDIO/VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEM IN OES These products are obligated under BC Phase V and OES only. VoIP Home Phone Service ' ' NON-CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND ANSWERING MACHINES These products are included in the non-cellular telephones and telephone answering machine category because they are a telephone system and handsets can be attached to them. Video Management System ' ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS These products are included under the Home/Non-Portable A/V because they record and playback video and are intended for home and/or professional use. Touchscreen All-in- One Desktop Computer ' ' DISPLAY DEVICE These products are included in the Display Device category for all of the programs. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 23 of 39

24 Portable Multi- Media Projector ' ' ' Include these products in the Personal/Portable A/V category because both projectors and MP4 players are obligated products and they are handheld and portable. Professional Network Camera ' ' ' HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS These products are included in the home/non-portable audio video category because cameras are an obligated product and these cameras are non-portable. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 24 of 39

25 Portable Microphone and Amplifier Bundle ' ' ' This product is intended for consumer portable use. It is an amplifier and microphone kit, which are packaged under a single SKU. These products both use batteries, and are therefore considered portable devices. Amplifiers are obligated under all of the regulations and microphones are obligated for all of the programs, except OES. For the audio/video categories, multiple products supplied in a single OEM package and sold under a single SKU are subject to one EHF. Small Office Server Tower ' ' ' DESKTOP COMPUTER Included under the desktop computer category because they carryout similar functions and have similar technical specifications as a desktop computer. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 25 of 39

26 Handheld Barcode Scanners ' Barcode scanners are not obligated by the provincial regulations with the exception of OES, EPRA BC and EPRA QC as of August 1st, Signage Player/ Digital Media Player HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS This product is obligated in BC only because it has strictly a commercial use. Network Attached Storage Device ' COMPUTER PERIPHERALS Functions primarily as an external hard drive. Dual Monitors ' ' DISPLAY DEVICES A single fee is charged for a single device that can display multiple screens. Two monitors sold under the same SKU would carry multiple fees. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 26 of 39

27 Bundled Video Conference Equipment ' Fees will depend on the whether or not the cameras are part of a Home/Non-portable (e.g., security systems) or Personal/Portable Audio/Video equipment (e.g., video conferencing equipment). A single fee is charged for multiple cameras bundled under a single SKU. Bluetooth Audio and Radio Adapter IT AND TELECOM/ COMPUTER PERIPHERALS This product is excluded from all programs except BC and QC because its functions are similar to those of a router, which is not an obligated product. This device streams audio from audio devices to speaker systems. Chair with Embedded Speakers This product is excluded from the programs because the speakers are embedded in a non-obligated product. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 27 of 39

28 Cellphone/Tablet Hybrid CELLULAR DEVICES AND PAGERS This product is excluded from EPRA NL, EPRA NS, EPRA PEI, EPRA BC and EPRA SK because the primary function is voice communications. The Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association is responsible for collecting cellular devices in British Columbia, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, PEI, and Saskatchewan. In Ontario, OES is responsible for collecting cellular devices, and therefore it is included in OES. Cellphone Signal Booster IT AND TELECOM/ COMPUTER PERIPHERALS This product functions as a cell phone accessory. The product captures the stronger cell phone signal from the outside wireless network and amplifies the signal inside, in order to improve wireless coverage. It is obligated in BC and QC only. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 28 of 39

29 Aftermarket Vehicle Electronics - Vehicle Rear Vision Camera - Vehicle Headrest Monitor - Vehicle Overhead Monitor ' ' ' VEHICLE AUDIO AND VIDEO SYSTEMS These products are included if they are installed within a vehicle aftermarket. If the product has been OEM factory-installed, it should be excluded. Security Camera and Lighting This product is excluded because its primary function is as a light, and is therefore embedded in a non-obligated product. Digital Visualizer ' ' ' This product is included in the personal/portable A/V category because its primary function is as a digital camera. Camera Pen This product is excluded because the camera is embedded in a nonobligated product. Cheque Scanner ' ' DESKTOP PRINTERS This product is excluded from EPRA SK. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 29 of 39

30 e-book Readers These products are obligated in BC and QC only. Accessory headphones sold separately ' ' ' A fee should be charged for additional accessory headphones that are not supplied under the same SKU as the audio/visual device. Wi-Fi Internet Radio ' ' ' Include these products in the Personal/Portable A/V category because it is a portable radio that can operate on batteries. Citizen Band Radio (CB Radio) ' CB radios are only obligated in BC, QC and OES as of August 1st Electronic Cigarette N/A This product is excluded for all programs. Hard Drive Duplicator ' COMPUTER PERIPHERALS This product is included in OES, BC and QC as of August 1st 2013, because they accept external hard drives. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 30 of 39

31 HD Camera and Microphone ' ' ' Included because the product is a camera. Docking Station w/ Speakers and Keyboard ' ' This product should be charged the single highest fee between because it is an integrated product This product is a docking station for cellphones and tablet computers and includes speakers and a keyboard. Radio w/ Flashlight ' ' ' Included because the product functions primarily as a radio. Record-a-Memory Journal Excluded because the recording module is embedded in a nonobligated product. Wireless Adapter Functions like a mobile internet stick, which is not an obligated product. Digital Interactive Monitor ' DISPLAY DEVICES Included based on its LCD screen. This product is essentially a TV monitor with touch screen capabilities. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 31 of 3

32 BC SK MB OES QC NS/PEI NFLD NB Retail Kiosk/POS Terminal Embedded Monitors Robust Panel PC ' ' DISPLAY DEVICES DISPLAY DEVICE Point of Sale systems are not obligated by the provincial regulations with the exception of Ontario and BC Phase V. They are considered a display device and obligated under the all-in-one category. Not a standalone monitor. Excluded if the monitor is embedded in a non-obligated product. Obligate this product as a display device since it is essentially a smaller version of PC. It is an Allin-one Computer. Virtualization Experience Client (VC) Integrated PCoIP IT AND TELECOM The product operates as a zero client, which is obligated under BC Phase V. While it looks like a telephone, it functions as a computer with inputs for a mouse and keyboard. Bluetooth Dongle The product operates as a mobile internet stick, which is a nonobligated product. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 32 of 39

33 Desktop POS Printers DESKTOP PRINTERS Like POS terminals, POS printers are only obligated in Ontario and BC. Home Media Network Hard Drive COMPUTER PERIPHERALS The device operates as an external hard drive. Although it contains a CPU, it needs to be connected to a computer to access its contents. It does not have built-in networking capabilities. CD Burner/Duplicator HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS The product is a disc burner and printer, and is out of scope for all programs except BC. Breathalyzer Personal/Portable Audio/Visual device As a measuring device, this product is only obligated in BC. Payroll Time Recorder DESKTOP PRINTERS This product is a printer that print year, date and time. Energy Use Monitor MEDICAL AND MONITORING EQUIPMENT This product is a measuring/monitoring device, so as such it is only obligated in BC. It is not portable as it is made to plug in to a wall. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 33 of 39

34 Wireless Audio Video Sender Transmitter & Receiver IT/TELECOM EQUIPMENT This device is used as a hub or switch. It receives and transfer video/audio signal to other devices. Hubs & switches are obligated in B.C. only Video Splitter IT/TELECOM EQUIPMENT This device is used to split video signal to other devices. Considered more like a switches. Only obligated in B.C. Internet Media Streamer HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS This device is a media streamer. It transforms and sends a video signal through internet. Flash Memory Duplicator QAM to Analog RF Converter IT/TELECOM EQUIPMENT IT/TELECOM EQUIPMENT This device is a duplicator of flash drives/usb s. This device is a data converter. Its purpose is to take digital format and convert it into an analog format which is then converted to the correct RF channel. = Not obligated = Obligated Page 34 of 39

35 Router IT AND TELECOM/ COMPUTER PERIPHERALS The primary function of this product is to act as a router and allow internet-capable devices to connect to the internet via Wi-Fi. Ceiling Speakers VEHICLE (AUDIO, VIDEO, NAVIGATION) SYSTEM AND CEILING SPEAKERS (Recessed Wall and Ceiling Speakers) Ceiling Speakers have been moved to the Vehicle (Audio, Video, Navigation) Systems and Ceiling Speakers (Recessed Wall and Ceiling Speakers) category. (Effective December 1st 2013) Bridge - Wireless Extender COMPUTER PERIPHERALS in Quebec/IT AND TELECOM EQUIPMENT in BC This device is currently obligated in the IT and Telecom Equipment in EPRA BC. Having reviewed the product and regulation we have included it to the Computer and Video Game Peripherals category in ARPE Quebec. It acts as a bridge/wireless extender, for Home Audio equipment. (Effective February 1st 2014 in ARPE Quebec) = Not obligated = Obligated Page 35 of 39

36 Radio with power tool charger Exclude these products because the first function is as power tool charger. (Effective February 1st 2014) Odometer This device operates similarly to a handheld GPS. This portable device is used in vehicles to track information such as location, speed, and duration of a trip. (Effective February 1st 2014) = Not obligated = Obligated Page 36 of 39

37 MUST BE OEM BUNDLE FOR ALL PROVINCES MUST BE IN ONE BO (if multiple boxes, then one EHF per box will apply) Application of fees to the following bundles: - Bundled surveillance system - Laptop cooling station bundle - Bundled computers - Bundled video conference equipment BC, SK, MB, QC, NS&PEI, NL, NB Apply the highest category EHF. Example : If the product is sold as multiple cameras, a DVR, a mouse and a display device in one box, with one OEM and one SKU the EHF will be as follows; Highest EHF = Multiple Cameras ($0) + DVR ($0)+ Mouse ($0)+ Display Device ($9.00) = $9.00 OES A fee applies for each category. Example : For OES only : Obligated Products bundled together in one box, the highest fee between the cameras and the DVR will apply + the Display device fee + Mouse; e.g. : Multiple Cameras ($0) + DVR ($2.50)+ Mouse ($0.75) + Display Device ($7.00) = $ (Effective as of February 1st 2014) *separate bundles: separate fee applies by obligated product *separate boxes: separate fee applies by obligated product = Not obligated = Obligated Page 37 of 39

38 Sends and receives sound signals in order to identify objects and features under water. Can also be set for navigation. Sonars/ Fishfinders PERSONAL/ PORTABLE AUDIO/VIDEO * and VEHICLE (AUDIO, VIDEO, NAVIGATION) SYSTEMS** *Handheld units will be obligated in the Personal/Portable Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems **Mounted units will be obligated in the Vehicle (Audio, Video, Navigation) Systems Global Positioning Systems(GPS) PERSONAL/ PORTABLE AUDIO/VIDEO * and VEHICLE (AUDIO, VIDEO, NAVIGATION) SYSTEMS** *GPS, including wrist-worn, designed to be used outside of a vehicle for leisure or sports purposes are obligated in the Personal/Portable Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems ** GPS designed for use in a vehicle, such as automotive or marine GPS, whether they are standalone or embedded in a vehicle, are obligated in the Vehicle (Audio, Video, Navigation) Systems = Not obligated = Obligated Page 38 of 39

39 PRODUCT Modems BC IT AND TELECOM EQUIPMENT OES and QC COMPUTER PERIPHERALS Device that enables to transmit data over telephone or cable lines. White Noise Machines * HOME AUDIO/ VIDEO PLAYBACK AND/OR RECORDING SYSTEMS** These are devices that playback unique audio intended to reduce or block ambient noise. *Portable units will be obligated in the Personal/Portable Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems category ** Non portable units will be obligated in the Home Audio/Video Playback and/or Recording Systems category Audio Baby Monitors Audio baby monitors such as video baby monitors or other surveillance monitor system. (Effective January 1st 2016 in BC, SK, MB, NS/PEI, NL and in ARPE Quebec). = Not obligated = Obligated Page 39 of 39