Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005)ICASAFinal Radio Frequency Spectrum Assignment Plan for the Frequency Band 470 to 694 MHz10. Requirements for usage of Radio Frequency Spectrum |
| 10.1 | This section covers the minimum key characteristics considered necessary to make the best use of the available frequencies. |
| 10.2 | The use of the 470 to 694 MHz Frequency band is limited for DTT services and only systems using digital technologies that promote spectral efficiency will be issued with an assignment. Capacity enhancing digital techniques are being rapidly developed and such techniques that promote efficient use of spectrum, without reducing quality of service are encouraged. In some cases, a radio system conforming to the requirements of this RFSAP may require modifications if harmful interference is caused to other radio stations or systems. |
| 10.3 | The allocation of spectrum and shared services within these bands are found in the NRFP and an extract of NRFP 2018 is shown in Appendix A. |
| 10.4 | While the maximum radiated power to be allowed is contained in Annexure A and Annexure B of this RFSAP. |
| 10.5 | In some cases, a radio system conforming to the requirements of this RFSAP may require modifications if harmful interference occurs. |
| 10.6 | The interference analysis results for digital on analogue transmission during the transitional phase are shown in Annexure C to F. |
| 10.7 | Criteria and guidelines for interference mitigation are dealt by Joint Spectrum Advisory Group, established in terms of the Digital Migration Regulations, 2012. |