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The DSRC Band The DSRC Band -- 58505850--5925 MHz5925 MHz
Current Status And Possible And Possible Future Developments
Current Status And Possible Future
Developments
Adrian Florea
Manager, Mobile Technology and Services
Industry Canada
OverviewOverview
Spectrum management
– International context
– Domestic Rulemaking
The DSRC band in Canada
– Current status
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– Possible evolutions going forward
Other ITS related issues
– WRC-15 AI 1.18
What do you think about when youhear the word Radio
Radio Basics Radio Basics
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But, Radiocommunications is a lot moreBut, Radiocommunications is a lot more
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I T U
Spectrum ManagementSpectrum Management
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Planning
&
Engineering
SPECTRUM
MANAGEMENT
Frequency PlanningFrequency Planning
Begins with international planning at the ITU– Frequencies are allocated to radio services internationally by the
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in the Radio Regulations
Allocations define a permitted use – Users are classified into categories
(e.g. Mobile, Fixed, Amateur, Maritime, etc.)
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(e.g. Mobile, Fixed, Amateur, Maritime, etc.)
– Technical, regulatory and procedural issues are also in the Radio Regulations to prevent harmful interference
IC then develops appropriate regulations, policies and standards so that the spectrum is used to best serve Canadian interests and needs
Canadian
Consultative
Process
Canadian contributions and proposals
New Ideas &
Technologies
Industry proposals
Domestic rules spark
development of new
Rulemaking Feedback LoopRulemaking Feedback Loop
Spectrum Management is an iterative
consultative process with governments
and industry working together,
domestically as well as internationally
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International
& Bilateral
Meetings
Domestic
Rulemaking
Canadian contributions and proposals
Treaties, Agreements, Recommendations, Standards
development of new
technologies and services
Domestic Rulemaking and LicensingDomestic Rulemaking and Licensing
IC consults with the general public and industry to help manage use of radio spectrum
– To allocate spectrum domestically and set spectrum utilization policies
– To set technical and regulatory rules for the use of the spectrum
IC authorises use in accordance with policy and technical rules
Licensed frequencies are assigned by:– First-come/ first served, or competitive process (comparative review or auction)
– Licence fees or auction
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– Licence fees or auction
– Electromagnetic Compatibility Study and/or Coordination ensure protection
Licence-exempt devices (Bluetooth, WiFi, Cordless phones, etc.)– No licence; no fee
– No priority, no protection
– Cannot cause interference to licensed services
– Technical rules
Technical rules for unintentional radiators (PCs, fluorescent lights, engines, ;)
The band is allocated to Fixed, Fixed satellite and Mobile services on a primary basis, and to Amateur and Radiolocation on a secondary basis
Legacy use of the band
– mainly for point-to-point microwave communication systems (almost 1000 systems still in operation, owned by Rogers, TELUS, SSi, and others).
– also some satellite uplink, amateur and radar.
In 2004, IC designated the band for Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) systems for ITS
Canadian use of 5850Canadian use of 5850--5925 MHz Band5925 MHz Band
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Communication (DSRC) systems for ITS
– Gazette Notice DGTP-008-04
In 2006, a moratorium on new fixed licensing was put in place
In March 2007, IC consulted on a spectrum policy for licensed DSRC, but did not release any decision on the policy - there was not a great deal of interest from respondents
Recently - renewed interest in the band from ITS/ DSRC stakeholders, mainly related to the Connected Vehicle Safety program from U.S.
In 2003, the FCC established licence rules for ITS/ DSRC in the 5850–5925 MHz band. Few systems are licensed to date. The band is shared with government (NTIA) radar and satellite systems
Recent development: the ‘‘Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012’’ requires NTIA to study by the end of 2013 the risk to these federal systems if unlicensed devices were allowed to operate in the 5850–5925 MHz band
Status in the U.S.Status in the U.S.
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were allowed to operate in the 5850–5925 MHz band
– Unlicensed devices would provide mobile broadband Internet access and other services similar to WiFi
– Mobile broadband is a big government priority in the U.S.
DOT/ NHTSA currently investigating whether to mandate anti-collision technology in all vehicles (Connected Vehicle Safety Pilot Program - NHTSA decision expected in 2013)
– System based on IEEE 802.11p standard using the DSRC band
If NHTSA mandates the anti-collision technology
– DSRC equipment will be available
– The use of the band will intensify
If a decision is taken in the U.S. to open the band to unlicensed devices, pressure to do the same in Canada.
Likely will wait for a clear outcome in the U.S.
– At this time it is not clear whether DSRC anti-collision systems can
Possible evolution going forwardPossible evolution going forward
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– At this time it is not clear whether DSRC anti-collision systems can coexist with unlicensed systems
IC objective is to ensure that the spectrum is used for the benefit of Canadian consumers and industry
– We are interested to hear of new major technology initiatives promoting industry innovation
– Typically, spectrum use in Canada is harmonized with the U.S. to take advantage of the economies of scale
Next steps in CanadaNext steps in Canada
If consideration is given to a possible change to the band designation (to allow for unlicensed devices), Industry Canada will consult publicly
If DSRC applications take off, and the spectrum is needed by industry and consumers, IC will likely re-
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needed by industry and consumers, IC will likely re-consult on the licensing framework for DSRC
In the mean time, developmental licences for R&D, trials, test beds, etc., can be obtained upon request.
■ Held every 3 to 4 years
■ Under the responsibility of the Radiocommunication Sector of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-R)
■ Main purposes:
World Radio Conferences (WRC)World Radio Conferences (WRC)
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■
� To revise the Radio Regulations (R.R.) � To address all radiocommunication issues of worldwide character
■ Radio Regulations: International treaty governing the use of the radio frequency spectrum
© ITU
Spectrum for Automotive RadarsSpectrum for Automotive Radars
Agenda item 1.18 of the WRC-15
– 1.18 to consider a primary allocation to the radiolocation
service for automotive applications in the 77.5-78.0 GHz
frequency band in accordance with Resolution 654 (WRC-12);
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Great opportunity to achieve global harmonization –
presently the 24 GHz, 26 GHz and 77 GHz bands are
used for automotive radars in various regions of the
world
For more information, be sure to visit our Internet websites:
Thank youThank you
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For more information, be sure to visit our Internet websites:
Adrian Florea
Manager
Mobile Technology and Services
Tel: (613) 990-4722
http://sitt.ic.gc.cahttp://sitt.ic.gc.ca
www.ic.gc.ca/spectrum