Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005)

Regulations

Radio Frequency Spectrum Amendment Regulations, 2021

Part IX - Annexures

Annexure B

Reasons Document for the Annexure B of the Radio Frequency Spectrum Regulations 2015 - December 2021

6. Application-Specific Submissions

6.8 Non-Specific SRDs
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a. In the draft Annexure B, the band 915.2-921 MHz was proposed for RFID applications only.

 

b. Submissions received

IEEE802 MAN submits the Authority to open more license-exempt spectrum in the 900 MHz (902–928 MHz) band in general, to allow more growth and opportunity for South Africa to develop and deploy more technologies and networks designed for this band.

 

c. The Authority’s Response

The Authority notes the recommendations about opening the 900 MHz band for Short Range Devices (SRDs) application, however the opened only the band 915-919.4 MHz as it is supported by reference material CEPT/ERC/REC 70-03 and prescribed performance standard SANS 300 220.