ACMA release final 5 year spectrum outlook

5 MHz Amateur Allocation

WRC-15 introduced a secondary allocation for the amateur service in the frequency band 5351.5–5366.5 kHz with a maximum radiated power of 15 W (EIRP) . While the spectrum allocation is included in the ARSP, the ACMA is yet to consider the technical feasibility and associated technical conditions that could support operation in Australia.

In Australia, the band is currently used by some emergency service and law enforcement organisations for mobile operations. The Department of Defence also uses these frequencies in support of key capabilities. The ACMA consulted with local stakeholders on this potential allocation in the lead-up to WRC-15. Stakeholder views were varied, with opposition to the allocation from the Department of Defence, due to the potential for interference to its systems.

Activities planned for 2019–20

With a range of existing uses currently supported in the band, the ACMA intends to publish a discussion paper in Q1 2020 seeking industry views on implementation issues, including appropriate technical conditions and in which part of the band the amateur service could be supported.

The document reveals further losses of Amateur Bands to the 5G telco services.

The document (P68) indicated that a Syllabus Review Panel will be established in Q4 2019.

The ACMA also advised that following review of submissions on amateur licence conditions in 2018–19, the ACMA will continue to consider the fitness for purpose of existing arrangements. The ACMA expects to consult further on these arrangements in Q4 2019

Page Last Updated: Friday 20 September 2019 at 15:53 hours by Peter Clee

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