SP 4940 MHz — Spectrum Utilization Policy, Technical and Licensing Requirements for Broadband Public Safety in the Band 4940–4990 MHz

June 2006

Table of Contents

1. Intent
2. Background
3. Policy Objectives
4. Spectrum Usage and Structure
   • 4.1 Fixed and Mobile Use
   • 4.2 System Technology
   • 4.3 Channelling Plan
   • 4.4 Incumbents
5. Eligibility
6. Licensing Issues
   • 6.1 Spectrum Licensing
     • 6.1.1 Licence Term
     • 6.1.2 Licence Fees
   • 6.2 Site Licensing
7. Technical Considerations
   • 7.1 Radiated Power Limits
     • 7.1.1 Mobile and Fixed Operations
     • 7.1.2 Limits for Operation of High-power Devices
     • 7.1.3 Limits for Operation of Low-power Devices
   • 7.2 Certification of Equipment
   • 7.3 Radio Interoperability
   • 7.4 System Coexistence Guidelines
   • 7.5 International Coordination
8. Conditions of Licence for Spectrum Licences
   • 8.1 Licence Term
   • 8.2 Eligibility Criteria
   • 8.3 Radio Station Installations
   • 8.4 Provision of Technical Information
   • 8.5 Laws, Regulations, and Other Obligations
   • 8.6 Technical Considerations
   • 8.7 International and Domestic Coordination

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Gazette Notice DGTP-005-06 — Spectrum Utilization Policy, Technical and Licensing Requirements for Broadband Public Safety in the Band 4940–4990 MHz