Nelson Malaguti, Counsellor, ITU-BR Email: [email protected] 1st Meeting of the APT Conference...

Nelson Malaguti, Counsellor, ITU-BR Email: [email protected]

1st Meeting of the APT Conference

Preparatory Group for WRC-11

1st Meeting of the APT Conference

Preparatory Group for WRC-11

Bangkok, Thailand06-08 March 2008Bangkok, Thailand06-08 March 2008

Preparations for WRC-11Preparations for WRC-11

1st Meeting of the APT Conference Preparatory Group for WRC-11, Bangkok, Thailand, 06 – 08 March 20081st Meeting of the APT Conference Preparatory Group for WRC-11, Bangkok, Thailand, 06 – 08 March 2008

Preparations for WRC-11

Part IOverview of the WRC process

Part IIPreparations for WRC-11

Part IIIOutlines of the draft CPM Report and Preparatory studies to WRC-11

Part IV Regional preparations for WRC-11


CPM: Conference Preparatory MeetingRec: ITU-R RecommendationRoP: Rules of ProcedureRR: Radio Regulations (treaty status)

WRC

SC and Study Groups:SG-1: Spectrum managementSG-3: Radiowave propagationSG-4: Satellite servicesSG-5: Terrestrial servicesSG-6: Broadcasting serviceSG-7: Science services

CPM-2

RRB:Radio Regulations BoardSGs: Radiocommunication Study GroupsSC: Special Committee (Regulat. & Procedural)RA: Radiocommunication Assembly WRC:World Radiocommunication Conference

Rec

RoP

Radiocommunication BureauRadiocommunication Bureau

Director RRB

FinalActs

ITU Member States (including Regional Groups, Informal Group)

Revisions to RR, Resolutions &

Recommendations

Technical bases

I - World Radiocommunication Conferences within the ITU-R Sector

Next WRC

Agenda

ITUCouncil

CPM-1

RA


Radio Regulations (RR)

The Radio Regulations (treaty status)incorporates the decisions of the World Radiocommunication Conferences, including all Appendices, Resolutions, Recommendations and ITU-R Recommendations incorporated by reference.

Frequency block allocations to defined radio services (Article 5) Mandatory or voluntary regulatory procedures (coordination, plan modification, notification, recording) that are adapted to the allocation structure


Updates the Radio Regulations (treaty status)

• Spectrum Allocation• Coordination and Notification procedures• Administrative and operational

procedures

Adopts ResolutionsHeld every 3-4 years

World Radiocommunication Conferences

(WRC)

WRC RR


Approved new ITU-R Resolutions related to• ITU-R activities on Emergency Com & Disaster Management • Development of International Mobile Telecommunications• Studies to achieve harmonization for SRD

II - 2007 Radiocommunication Assembly (RA-07) (Geneva, 15-19 October 07)

Updated Working Methods

http://www.itu.int/ITU-R/go/ra-07

(short-range radiocom- -munication devices)

Approved new Study Group structure• To better reflect today’s radio technologies

Elected Chairmen and Vice-Chairmen• for Study Groups, CCV, CPM, RAG and SC

Revised the SG Work Programme• New and revised Questions

Approved 7th revision of Rec. ITU-R M.1457• Expanded IMT-2000 Radio Interface Family with OFDMA

technology, Established IMT-Advanced as the name for 4G


RA-07 - Restructuring Study Groups (1)

Approved new Study Group structure

SG 1

SG 3

SG 4

SG 6

SG 8

SG 9

SG 1

SG 3

SG 4

SG 6

WP 6S

WP 8D

WPs 8A, 8B, 8F

WPs 9B, 9C, 9D

Spectrum Management

Radiowave Propagation

Satellite Services (FSS+ BSS, MSS & RDSS)

Broadcasting Service

Fixed Satellite Services

Broadcasting Services

Spectrum Management

Radiowave Propagation

SG 7 SG 7Science Services

Science Services

Former SG structure New SG structure

Mobile, amateur, radiodetermination and related satellite services

SG 5

Terrestrial Services(fixed, mobile, radiodetermination, maritime, aeronautical, amateur & amateur-satellite)

Fixed Service


RA-07 - Restructuring Study Groups (2)

Resolution ITU-R 4-5: Scopes and Chairmanship of SGs and CVC

Study Group 1: Mr R. HAINES (United States)Study Group 3:Mr B. ARBESSER-RASTBURG (ESA)Study Group 4: Dr V. RAWAT (Canada)Study Group 5: Dr A. HASHIMOTO (Japan)Study Group 6: Mr C. DOSCH (Germany)Study Group 7: Mr V. MEENS (France)CCV: Mr N. KISRAWI (Syrian Arab Republic)

Other Chairmen elected at RA-07:RAG: Mr J.B. YAO KOUAKOU (Côte d'Ivoire) CPM: Mr A. NALBANDIAN (Armenia)SC: Mr M. GHAZAL (Lebanon)

Resolution ITU-R 5-5: Work Programme and Questions of Study

Groups


RA-07 – Updating Working Methods

of ITU-R Study Groups, CCV, CPM and RAG

•Resolution ITU-R 1-5: Working methods for the Radiocommunication Assembly, the Radiocommunication Study Groups, and the Radiocommunication Advisory Group

•Resolution ITU-R 2-5: Conference Preparatory Meeting

•Resolution ITU-R 15-4: Appointment and maximum term of office for Chairmen and Vice-Chairmen of Radiocommunication Study Groups, the Coordination Committee for Vocabulary and of the Radiocommunication Advisory Group


World Radiocommunication Conferences (WRC)

WRC-07 (22.10-16.11.2007)- 30 agenda items, 2500 proposal, 3000 del.!- almost all services (terrestrial: FS, MS, BS, Amat.S, RAS, RLS, space: FSS, BSS, MSS, EESS, SRS, SO, MetSat, Amat.Sat)

- several applications: IMT, HAPS, HF, GMDSS

WRC-11 ([dates in 2011 to be confirmed])- 33 agenda items, - again almost all services (terrestrial: RLS, AM(R)S,passive S, FS, BS, MS, Maritime MS, Amat.S, space: AMS(R)S, SRS, BSS, MSS, MetAids, RDSS, MetSat) and other issues (Res.951, SRDs, Cognitive Radio)

- and many applications and systems : UAS, ENG, HAPS, oceanographic radar, …


WRC-07: Draft Agenda (Resolution 805)

Council-08: Agenda (Resolution [tbd])

Main steps toward WRC-11

Final meetings of regional groups Member States’ proposals to WRC-11

Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM): CPM11-1: 19–20 Nov. 2007 (Results @ CA/171 of 20.12.07)

CPM11-2: [about seven months before WRC-11]


WRC-11 Preparation Stages

1. 1st Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM11-1):

• Geneva, 19-20 November 2007 results published in CA/171(http://www.itu.int/md/meetingdoc.asp?type=sitems&lang=e&parent=R00-CA-CIR-0171)

• Define framework of preparatory studiesandstructure of CPM Report (Chapter Rapporteurs)(http://www.itu.int/ITU-R/study-groups/docs/ties/rcpm-structure-report-wrc-11-end.doc)

• Nominate responsible ITU-R Groups for each WRC-11 Agenda Item, in addition to the SC

9 existing Working Parties plus JTG 5-6 (ai1.17)


WRC-11 Preparation Stages

2. Study of the WRC-11 agenda items at:Meetings of ITU-R responsible groups

(WPs/JTG) Development of draft CPM texts

Carry out technical studies Development of necessary ITU-R Recommendations and

Reports Propose method(s) of satisfying WRC-11 Agenda Items Prepare preliminary draft examples of regulatory texts

Submission of texts to the CPM Rapporteurs by[about 13 to 14 months before WRC-11]

Meetings of regional groups(APT, AMSG, ATU, CEPT, CITEL, RCC)

BR World and Regional Seminars Progress reports informing about the development of ITU-R studies on all WRC-11 agenda items

Situationas of today


WRC-11 Preparation Stages (Cont’d)

3. CPM Management Team meeting(CPM Steering Committee and Chairmen of Responsible Groups and Study Groups)Geneva,[one week following deadline for CPM texts]

prepare the draft CPM Report to WRC-11

4. Special Committee on Regulatory/Procedure matters meetingGeneva, [at least four months before CPM11-2] review regulatory parts of the draft CPM Report prepare a report to the CPM-07 based on:

- Results of studies of the SC Working Party- Extracts from the draft CPM Report- Contributions from ITU-R Members


WRC-11 Preparation Stages (Cont’d)

5. 2nd Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM11-2) [about seventh month before WRC-11] prepare consolidated CPM Report to WRC-11, using:

- the draft CPM Report- the Report of the Special Committee- Contributions from ITU-R Members

Consider the preliminary BR Dir. Report to WRC-07 (Organised in accordance with Res. ITU-R 2-5)

6. RADIOCOMMUNICATION ASSEMBLY2011 (RA-11) Geneva, [one week before WRC-11]

7. WORLD RADIOCOMMUNICATION CONFERENCE 2011 (WRC-11) Geneva, [in 2011]


Preparation for WRC-11Radiocommunication Assembly +

World Radiocommunication Conference

2nd CPMsession

SpecialCommittee

(regulatory/procedural)

ITU-R Study Groups

SG 1 Spectrum management

SG 3 Radiowave propagation

SG 4 Satellite services

SG 5 Terrestrial services

SG 6 Broadcasting service

SG 7 Science services

Contributions from membership CPM Report to WRC

Res

. ITU

-R 2

-5

1st CPMsession

Draft CPM Report to WRC

WR

C A

gend

a

WRCProposals from Member States


Possible Timetable for WRC-11 preparation

C-08(12-21Nov.08)

agrees WRC-11 agenda

[CPM-11 Steering /

Management]

January – September 2011

Oct.-Nov. 2011

[CPM-11 Steering /

Management]

CPM11-1 19-20 Nov.

2007

Study Group preparatory work21 Nov. 2007 [31 Jul. 2010]

CA/171 onCPM11-1 Results,

20 Dec. 2007

Nov. – Dec. 2007

January – December 2008



CPM11-2[14-25 Feb.

2011]

PublicationCPM Report[April 2011]

WR

C-1

1

Deadline forSG texts;

[31 Jul. 2010]

CPM-11Management Team, [6-10 Aug. 2010]

PublicationDraft CPM

Report[1 Dec. 2010]


III – CPM-11 Report Preparation

WP 1A

WP 4A

1.2

1.13

1.6

1.19

WRC-11 (agenda items)

CPM11-2

CPM ManagementTeam Meeting

Draft

CPM Report

1.22

WP 1B

WP 4C 1.7 1.18

WP 5A 1.23

1.25

WP 5B1.3 1.4 1.9 1.10

1.14 1.15 1.21

WP 5C 1.5 1.8 1.20

WP 7B 1.11 1.12 1.24

WP 7C 1.16

JTG 5-6 1.17

SC 7

Technical aspects

Regulatory and procedural aspects

SG-1, SG-4, SG-7 8.1 sub-issues

Chapter 1(draft texts)Chapter 2

(draft texts)Chapter 3(draft texts)Chapter 4

(draft texts)Chapter 5(draft texts)Chapter 6*

(draft texts)

* includes also a.i. 2, 4, 8.2

CPM Report to WRC-11

SC

Responsible ITU-R Groups


List of Agenda Items and Responsible Groups

WP 4A

1.2

1.13

1.6

1.19

1.22

WP 1B

WP 4C1.7

1.18

WP 5A1.23

1.25

WP 5B1.3

1.4

1.9

1.10

1.14

1.15

1.21

1.5

1.8 1.20

WP 7B1.11

1.12 1.24

WP 7C1.16

JTG 5-61.17

SC7Technical aspects

Regulatory and procedural aspects SG-1, SG-4, SG-7 8.1 sub-issues

WP 5C

WP 1A

Responsible ITU-R Groups


CPM-11 Chairman and Vice-Chairmen

Chairman, CPMMr. A. NALBANDIAN (ARM), E-mail:

[email protected]

Vice-Chairmen, CPMMr K. ABDELKADER (TUN), E-mail: [email protected]

Mr A. FREDERICH (S), E-mail: [email protected]

Mr. V. GLUSHKO (RUS), E-mail: [email protected]

Mr. J.J. MASSIMA LANDJI (GAB), E-mail: [email protected]

Mrs. S. TAYLOR (USA), E-mail: [email protected]


Table of contents of the CPM Report to WRC-11

1.Maritime and Aeronautical issues

2.Radiolocation and Amateur issues

3.Fixed, Mobile and Broadcasting issues

4.Science issues

5.Satellite issues

6.Future work programmeand other issues

Chapters of CPM Report WRC-11 Agenda items

1.2, 1.19, 2, 4, 8.1, 8.2

1.3, 1.4, 1.9, 1.10

1.14, 1.15, 1.21, 1.23

1.5, 1.8, 1.17, 1.20, 1.22

1.6, 1.11, 1.12, 1.16, 1.24

1.7, 1.13, 1.18, 1.25, 7


CPM-11 Chapter Rapporteurs

1.Maritime and Aeronautical issues

2.Radiolocation and Amateur issues

3.Fixed, Mobile and Broadcasting issues

4.Science issues

5.Satellite issues

6.Future work programmeand other issues

Mr Christian Rissone (F)e-mail: [email protected]

Chapters of CPM Report CPM-11 Chapter Rapporteurs

Mr Timur Kadyrov (RUS)e-mail: [email protected]

Mr Naser A. Eidha Alrashedi (UAE)

e-mail: [email protected] Mr John E. Zuzek (USA)

e-mail: [email protected]

Mr Muneo Abe (J)e-mail: [email protected]

Mr Jean-Jacques Massima Landji (GAB)

e-mail: [email protected]


Chapter 1 of CPM Report

Rapporteur:

Mr Christian Rissone (F) WRC-11 Agenda items

1.3, 1.4, 1.9, 1.10

• 1.3: spectrum requirements and possible regulatory actions, including allocations, for safe operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)

• 1.4: further regulatory measures for introduction of new AM(R)S systems at 112-117.975 MHz, 960-1 164 MHz and 5 000-5 030 MHz

• 1.9: revise frequencies and channelling arrangements of App. 17 in order to implement new digital technologies for the MMS

• 1.10: frequency allocation requirements for operation of safety systems for ships and ports and associated regulatory provisions

Maritime and Aeronautical Issues


C1 - AI 1.3: spectrum requirements and possible regulatory actions, including allocations, for safe operation of unmanned

aircraft systems (UAS)

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) areexpected to increase significantly in the near futurein the same environment as manned aircrafts, but also in

specific environments not accessible to manned aircraftsOn-going studies to:Support remote pilot in commanding and controlling UAS

and in relaying the air traffic control communications Provide spectrum for advanced techniques to detect and

track nearby aircraft, terrain and obstacles to navigationProtect existing services

WRC-07 Resolution(s)

ITU-R resp. group

ITU-R concerned Working Party(ies)

421 [COM6/8]

WP 5B(27 Oct. - 7 Nov.

2008)4A, 4C, (7B, 7C, 7D)


C1 - AI 1.4: further regulatory measures for new AM(R)S systems at 112-117.975, 960-1164 and 5000-5030 MHz

Aeronautical community needs for enhanced and new AM(R)S systems:- using intensive and safety-critical radiocommunication data links- to support new applications and concepts in air traffic management, relating to safety and regularity of flights

AM(R)S systems may need ~ 60-100 MHz @~5 GHz for surface applications (Rep. ITU‑R M.2120)

On-going studies: Study any compatibility issues between BS and AM(R)S (~108MHz),

and sharing solutions between ARNS or RNSS and AM(R)S systems (~1GHz),

Identify needs for additional AM(R)S allocation at 5.0-5.3GHz, and study technical and operational issues relating to protection of RNSS and RAS


ITU-R resp. group


413 (Rev.WRC-07)


2008)

4C, 6D, (3K)

417 [COM4/5]

4C

420 [COM4/9]

4C, 7D, (3M)


C1 - AI 1.9: revise frequencies and channelling arrangements of RR Appendix 17 to implement new digital technologies for MMS

Use of the HF bandsRapid growing need to use new digital technologies in

MMSTo better respond to emerging demand for new services,

new HF data exchange technologies capable of delivering maritime safety information

On-going studies to identify:necessary modifications to the RR App.17 frequency table, necessary transition arrangements, and recommendhow digital technologies can be introduced while ensuring

compliance with distress and safety requirements


ITU-R resp. group


351 (Rev.WRC-07)


2008)-


C1 - AI 1.10: frequency allocation requirements for operation of safety systems for ships and ports and associated regulatory

provisions


ITU-R resp. group


357 [COM6/10]


2008)(5A, 5C, 7B, 7C, 7D)

Increasing need, on a global basis, to enhance ship and cargo identification, tracking, and surveillance as well as ship and port security and safety

New IMO ISPS Code requires long-range spectrum dependent systems

May need additional AIS channels in MSS for global ship tracking capabilities

May use advanced maritime HF data systems to deliver and receive security alerts and safety information and receive LRIT information

On-going studies: To determine spectrum requiremnts and potential bands to

support ship and port security and enhanced maritime safety systems

On sharing and compatibility issues with services already having allocations in those potential frequency bands


Rapporteur:Mr Timur Kadyrov (RUS)


Radiolocation and Amateur issues

WRC-11 Agenda items

1.14, 1.15, 1.21, 1.23

• 1.14: consider requirements for new applications in the RLS andreview allocations or regulatory provisions for implementationof RLS in the range 30‑300 MHz

• 1.15: consider possible allocations in the range 3-50 MHz to the RLSfor oceanographic radar applications

• 1.21: consider a primary allocation to the RLS in the band 15.4-15.7 GHz

• 1.23: allocation of ~15 kHz in the band 415-526.5 kHz to the AS on a2ndary basis, taking into account the need to protect existingservices


C2 - AI 1.14: consider requirements for new applications in the RLS and review allocations or regulatory provisions for implementation

of RLS in the range 30‑300 MHz

Emerging requirements for increased resolution and range of radars operation

Terrestrial-based RLS systems are needed to enable various space object detection applications (remote space sensing, asteroid detection), and for defining the position of natural and artificial Earth satellites

2003-07 Studies included in Rec. ITU-R M.1802 “Characteristics and protection criteria for radars operating in the band 30-300 MHz”

On-going studies to: Identify global primary allocations in VHF, avoiding bands

used by distress and safety applications in the MMSComplete compatibility analyses (specifically w.r.t FS and MS)


ITU-R resp. group


611 [COM6/14]


2008)(3L, 5A, 5C, 7B, 7D)


C2 - AI 1.15: consider possible allocations in range 3-50 MHz to the RLS for oceanographic radar applications

Increasing interest for global operation of HF ocean. radars for measurement of coastal sea surface conditions related to environmental, oceanographic, meteorological, climatological, maritime and disaster mitigation operations

HF oceanographic radars operate on a global basis through use of ground-wave propagation, but no RLS in 3-50 MHz

On-going studies to:Identify characteristics and bandwidth requirementsProvide results of sharing analyses with other servicesRecommend suitable bands (each band < 600 kHz)


ITU-R resp. group


612 [COM6/15]


2008)5C, 6D,(5A, 7B, 7D)


C2 - AI 1.21: consider a primary allocation to the RLS in the band 15.4-15.7 GHz

Provide adequate spectrum for emerging new radar systems necessitating wider emission bandwidths for increased resolution and range accuracy

Worldwide allocation may be required to give regulatory assurance and confidence to developers, manufacturers and investors that RLS radar systems will operate globally

On-going studies to:Identify technical characteristics, protection criteria,

and other factors in order toEnsure compatibly with the ARNS, FSS in same band,

and RAS in lower-adjacent band


ITU-R resp. group


614 [COM6/19]


2008)4A,(3M, 7D)


C2 - AI 1.23: allocation of ~15 kHz in the band 415-526.5 kHz to the AS on a secondary basis, and need to protect existing services

Increasing call for the 500 kHz band to be allocated to and used by the amateur service in order to:

- Enable the Amateur radio Service to serve in cases of natural emergency situations as a backup to public communication channels

- Allow ultra-reliable regional groundwave communications Decreased use of this band due to introduction of GMDSS

Amateur Systems characteristics are defined in Rec. ITU-R M.1732

On-going studies to:Provide WRC-11 with results of sharing analyses with other services in this band


ITU-R resp. group


-WP 5A

(27 Oct. - 7 Nov. 2008)

(5B, 5C, 6D)



Fixed, Mobile and Broadcasting issues

Rapporteur:Mr Naser A. Eidha Alrashedi (UAE)

WRC-11 Agenda items

1.5, 1.8, 1.17, 1.20, 1.22

• 1.5: consider worldwide/regional harmonization of spectrum for electronic news gathering (ENG)

• 1.8: consider progress studies of technical and regulatory issues relative to the FS in the bands between 71 GHz and 238 GHz

• 1.17: consider sharing studies between the MS and other services at 790-862 MHz in Reg. 1 and 3, to ensure the adequate protection of services in this frequency band, and take appropriate action

• 1.20: studies on spectrum identification for gateway links for HAPS in range 5850‑7075 MHz to support operations in the FS and MS

• 1.22: examine effect of emissions from SRD on radiocom. services


C3 - AI 1.5: consider worldwide/regional harmonization of spectrum for electronic news gathering (ENG)

Use of ENG is an important element in the comprehensive coverage of a wide range of internationally noteworthy events, including emergencies, natural disasters, breaking news

Increasing portability of terrestrial ENG systems and trend towards cross-border operation of ENG equipment

Advanced digital technologies open new opportunities for fixed and mobile ENG operations - spectrum implications(see Report ITU-R BT.2069)

National spectrum allocations exist in some countries (see Recommendations ITU-R F.1777 and ITU-R M.1824)

On-going studies to:Achieve a satisfactory degree of worldwide/regional

harmonization of spectrum for ENG use


ITU-R resp. group


954 [COM6/5]

WP 5C*(27 Oct. - 7 Nov.

2008)

5A, 6D, 6G, 6X

(4A,4C,7B,7D)* based on requirements developed by SG 6


C3 - AI 1.8: consider progress studies of technical and regulatory issues relative to the FS in the bands between 71 GHz and 238 GHz

Under study for more than 7 yearsIncreasing interest for commercial use of spectrum

above 70 GHz due to unique propagation characteristics and wide bandwidth available for carrying commercial fixed wireless applications - extremely high-speed data transmission

On-going studies to:Prepare a possible revision of the Radio Regulations, to

accommodate emerging requirements of FS, taking into account the requirements of the passive services

WRC Resolution(s)

ITU-R resp. group


731 (WRC-2000) WP 5C

(27 Oct. - 7 Nov. 2008)

7C, 7D (1A, 4A)

732 (WRC-2000)

7B, (1A, 4A)


C3 - AI 1.17: consider sharing studies between the MS and other services at 790-862 MHz in Reg. 1 and 3, to ensure the protection of

services in this frequency band, and take appropriate action

Band currently used predominantly by BS (GE06 Agreemnt )Transition analogue to digital television digital dividend

Spectrum opportunities for new applications (IMT‑Advanced, …)

Band providing favourable propagation characteristics, cost-effective solutions for coverage of large areas with low population density

On-going studies to:Provide results of sharing analyses between MS and other

services in order to protect “existing” services in this band


ITU-R resp. group


749 [COM4/13]

JTG 5-6(28 May - 3 June

2008)-


C3 - AI 1.20: studies on spectrum identification for gateway links for HAPS in the range 5850‑7075 MHz to support operations in the FS

and MS

HAPS (high altitude platform stations) requirements:Need to facilitate implementation of systems using HAPS in

the fixed and mobile services in bands above 3 GHz To provide gateway links for HAPS base stations as a

complement to spectrum allocations already identified for HAPS provision of IMT-2000 services

On-going studies to:Extend the sharing analyses to identifying two channels of

80 MHz each for gateway links for HAPS Ensuring the protection of existing services (other FS, FSS)


ITU-R resp. group


734 (Rev.WRC-07)

WP 5C(27 Oct. - 7 Nov.

2008)4A (3M, 5A, 5B, 7B,7C)


C3 - AI 1.22: examine effect of emissions from short-range radio devices (SRD) on radiocommunication services

Increasing amount of SRDs proliferating across various frequency bands, such as RFIDs or using UWB technologies

In some cases RFIDs may radiate considerable energySome radio services (e.g. those using low field strengths),

may suffer harmful interference from SRDs (like RFIDs)SRDs (e.g. RFIDs) hold promise for new applications On-going studies to:Identify further the SRDs emissions, inside and outside

“ISM” frequency bands, andEnsure adequate protection of all the

radiocommunication services


ITU-R resp. group

ITU-R concerned groups

953 [COM6/4]

WP 1A(18 - 24 June 2008)

SG 3, SG 4, SG 5, SG 6, SG 7



Science issues

Rapporteur:Mr John E. Zuzek (USA)

WRC-11 Agenda items

1.6, 1.11, 1.12, 1.16, 1.24

• 1.6: update spectrum use by passive services in 275-3000GHz, and consider possible procedures for free-space optical-links

• 1.11: consider a primary allocation to the SRS (Earth-to-space) within the band 22.55-23.15 GHz

• 1.12: protect the primary services in the band 37-38 GHz from interference resulting from AMS operations

• 1.16: needs of passive systems for lightning detection in MetAids, including possibility of an allocation in the range below

20 kHz• 1.24 consider extension to band 7850-7900 MHz of existing

MetSat allocation at 7750‑7850 MHz, for NGSO sat. (space-to-Earth)


C4 - AI 1.6: update spectrum use by passive services in 275-3000GHz, and possible procedures for free-space optical-links

Bands 275-3000 GHz not allocated, except for passive services for experimentation and development studies (EESS, SRS and RAS for climatological and meteorological purposes)

Band above 3000 GHz already used for various optical applications from telecommunication links to satellite remote sensing

On-going studies:To update the spectrum use from 275 to 3 000 GHz

by and for protection of the passive services On sharing aspects (at least) and on a clear definition

of the limits for bands above 3000 GHz


ITU-R resp. group


950 (Rev.WRC-07)

WP 1A* 7C, 7D (3M)

955 [COM6/9]

WP 1A(18 - 24 June 2008)

5C, 7B, (3M)* based on requirements developed by SG 7


C4 - AI 1.11: consider a primary allocation to the SRS (Earth-to-space) within the band 22.55-23.15 GHz

Growing interest in comprehensive space exploration (particularly towards and around the Moon: examining the terrain, environment and potential landing sites)with both robotic and manned missions

Need for companion uplink (Earth-to-space) band to provide mission data, command and control links

On-going studies to:Provide results of sharing analyses between SRS

(Earth-to-space) and FS, MS and ISSRecommend appropriate sharing criteria


ITU-R resp. group


753 [COM6/11]

WP 7B(31 Mar. - 4 April

2008)4A, 5C (3M, 5A)


C4 - AI 1.12: protect primary services in the band 37-38 GHz from interference resulting from aeronautical mobile service operations

Aeronautical mobile station can cause high interference to receivers in the FS (HDFS), other MS, FSS and the SRS

W.r.t. SRS receivers, this may significantly exceed the permissible interference levels for extended periods of time, thus jeopardizing the success of a space mission

This band is required to support increased data requirements of planned manned and scientific missions

On-going studies to:Determine the compatibility of the AMS with the other

affected primary services in that band


ITU-R resp. group


754 [COM6/12]


2008)4A, 5B, 5C (5A)


C4 - AI 1.16: needs of passive systems for lightning detection in MetAids, including possibility of allocation in range below 20 kHz

VLF bands are used by systems that detect and locate lightning (existing systems require from 3 to 5 kHz bandwidth)

Operational and safety-of-life services providing warnings of extreme weather events to organizations and customers including emergency services, aviation, defence, the utilities & public

Need to avoid recent instances of interferenceOn-going studies to:Identify technical and procedural recommendationsEnable WRC-11 to provide recognition to long-

established MetAids systems (e.g. frequency allocation)


ITU-R resp. group


671 [COM6/16]

WP 7C(31 Mar. - 4 April

2008)(3L, 5B, 5C, 7A)


C4 - AI 1.24: consider extension to band 7850-7900 MHz of existing MetSat allocation at 7750‑7850 MHz, for NGSO sat. (space-to-Earth)

Band 7.75-7.85GHz currently used by NGSO polar MetSat, transmitting typically in data dump modes to large earth stations

High-resolution sensors in future NGSO MetSat (2017-2020) will require an extension of current allocation by 50 MHz

Data obtained with these sensors are essential for global weather forecast, climate changes and hazard predictions

Sharing situation with other services is same in both bandsOn-going studies to:Analyze sharing situation between NGSO MetSat and FS, MSEnable WRC-11 to take decision on this issue


ITU-R resp. group


672 [COM6/20]


2008)5C (5A, 5B)



Satellite issues

Rapporteur:Mr Muneo Abe (J)

WRC-11 Agenda items

1.7, 1.13, 1.18, 1.25, 7• 1.7: meet requirements for AMS(R)S, while retaining unchanged the

generic MSS allocation at 1525‑1559 and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz• 1.13: studies on spectrum usage of the 21.4-22 GHz band for the BSS

and the associated feeder-link bands in Regions 1 and 3• 1.18: extending existing 1mary and 2ndary RDSS (space-to-Earth)

allocations at 2483.5-2500 MHz to make a global primary allocation• 1.25: consider possible additional allocations to the MSS with

particular focus on the bands between 4 GHz and 16 GHz• 7: consider possible improvements to API, coordination, notifica-

tion and recording procedures for satellite networks – Res. 86


C5 - AI 1.7: meet requirements for AMS(R)S, while retaining the generic MSS allocation at 1525‑1559 and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz


ITU-R resp. group


222 (Rev.WRC-07)


2008)5C (4B, 7B, 7C, 7D)High-priority AMS(R)S communications are essential for

safety and regularity of flights in civil air transportation Expected increase of spectrum demand for current and

future AMS(R)S systemsRep. ITU-R M.2073 concluded that use of prioritization and

inter-system real-time pre-emptive access is not practicalOn-going studies to:Ensure long-term spectrum availability for the AMS(R)SIdentify existing + future AMS(R)S spectrum

requirements,Assess whether that can be met with current allocation

and new technical/regulatory means or, otherwise, new allocations for AMS(R)S communications


C5 - AI 1.13: studies on spectrum usage of the 21.4-22 GHz band for the BSS and the associated feeder-link bands in Regions 1 and 3

Future BSS systems in this band may provide extremely high resolution imagery (EHRI) applications(see Rec. ITU‑R BT.1201 and Rep. ITU‑R BT.2042)

Res.525 (Rev.WRC-07) governs the interim use of HDTV BSS systems in this band on a first-come-first-served basis

a priori planning of this band is not necessaryOn-going studies:On the technical and regulatory aspects to harmonize

the long-term usage of this band, assessing various planning methodologies, coordination procedures or other procedures and BSS technologies


ITU-R resp. group


551 [COM6/13]

WP 4A(7 - 16 April 2008)

5C, 6X (3M, 4B, 5A, 6D, 6G, 7D)


C5 - AI 1.18: extending existing 1mary and 2ndary RDSS (space-to-Earth)

allocations at 2483.5-2500 MHz to make a global primary allocation

Demand for position and time determination by means of satellite systems is expected to continue to grow since it offers great societal benefits

Band already allocated on primary basis to RDSS and other services (FS, MS, MSS, RLS) in many countries

On-going studies:On technical, operational and regulatory aspects of

the possible RDSS compatibility with other services in that band

To achieve a Worldwide RDSS allocation in order to simplify receiver and antenna designs and thus reduce their cost


ITU-R resp. group


613 [COM6/17]


2008)5A, 5B, 5C (3L, 4A)


C5 - AI 1.25: consider possible additional allocations to the MSS with particular focus on the bands between 4 GHz and 16 GHz

Shortfall of spectrum available for the satellite component of IMT for the year 2020 (Report ITU‑R M.2077): - between 19 and 90 MHz (Earth-to-space direction)- between 144 and 257 MHz (space-to-Earth direction)

Other MSS systems may also require additional spectrum On-going studies on:Identification of new possible MSS allocations in both

Earth-to-space and space-to-Earth directions, focusing on the 4-16 GHz band, but without placing undue constraints on existing services


ITU-R resp. group


231 [COM6/21]


2008)

SG 1, SG 3, SG 5, SG 6, SG 7


C5 - AI 7: Consider possible improvements to API, coordination, notification and recording procedures for satellite networks - Res. 86

Opportunity to review the RR procedures for satellite networks

To solve difficulties in application of RR provisions,To correct deficiencies, simplify or update the procedures,To transfer some Rules of Procedure into the RRTo ensure that RR procedures reflect latest technologiesOn-going studies to:Provide WRC-11 with proposed solutions on how to deal with

above-mentioned types of cases, yet to be identified


ITU-R resp. group


86 (Rev.WRC-07)

WP 4A (Technic)

(7 - 16 April 2008)

SC (Regul.+Proc.) (SC-WP,

25-28 Nov. 08)

7B, 7C (4C)



Future work programme and other issues

Rapporteur:Mr Jean-Jacques Massima Landji (GAB)

WRC-11 Agenda items

1.2, 1.19, 2, 4, 8.1, 8.2

• 1.2: take appropriate action with a view to enhancing the international regulatory framework – Res. 951 (Rev.WRC-07)

• 1.19: consider regulatory measures in order to enable introduction of software-defined radio and cognitive radio systems

• 2: Incorporation by reference – Res. 27 and 28 (Rev.WRC-2000)• 4: Review of Res./Rec. of previous W(A)RCs – Res.95(Rev.WRC-

03)• 8.1: Activities of the ITU-R Sector as reported in BR Director’s

Report to WRC-11, in relation with Resolutions 63, 547 (Rev. WRC-07) and with Resolution 673 [COM6/23] (WRC-07)

• 8.2: Items to be included in WRC-15 Agenda (Res. 806 (WRC-07))


C6 - AI 1.2: take appropriate action with a view to enhancing the international regulatory framework

Increase and evolution in demand and multiplicity of existing and future applications for radiocommunications

Convergence of radio technologies for some applications combining elements of different radiocommuication services

Interest in rational, efficient and economic use of spectrum ITU-R SG-1 Report to WRC-07 (Doc. 24): Changes to

accommodate converging services rely on a combination of service definitions, allocations and procedures need for additional studies

4 Options so far identified: i) current practice; ii) review service definitions, iii) enable service substitution; iv) composite services

On-going studies, 3 steps to: i) evaluate options, ii) develop concepts and procedures

including sharing studies on a band-by-band basis, iii) prepare technical and regulatory solutions for WRC-11 consideration


ITU-R resp. group


951 (Rev.WRC-07)

WP 1B(18 - 24 June 2008)

SG 4, SG 5, SG 6, SG 7 (SG 3)


C6 - AI 1.19: consider regulatory measures in order to enable the introduction of software-defined radio and cognitive radio systems

SdR and CR networks expected to provide more flexibility and improved efficiency to the overall spectrum use

This advanced radio technologies is already under study (see ITU-R Reports M.2064 (2005) and M.2117 (2007))

CR systems covers many radio access techniques (RATs), incl. self-configuring networks in heterogeneous environment

Need information on location and characteristics of other RATs through access to a database supporting access and connectivity or by using a Cognition supporting Pilot Channel (CPC)

See papers presented at the ITU-R Seminar on this issue, Geneva, 4 Feb. 2008 (http://www.itu.int/ITU-R/study-groups/seminars/rwp5a-radio/)

On-going studies:on the need for regulatory measures related to the application

of SdR and CR system technologies


ITU-R resp. group


956 [COM6/18]

WP 1B(18 - 24 June 2008)

SG 3, SG 4, SG 5, SG 6, SG 7


C6 – AI 2: Incorporation by reference

Resolution 27 (Rev.WRC-07) –Incorporation by referenceInstruct the BR Director to identify the RR provisions and footnotes containing: i) references to ITU-R Rec., ii) references to WRC Res. with ref. to ITU-R Rec.

Resolution 28 (Rev.WRC-03)Revision of references to the text of ITU‑R Rec. incorporated by reference in the Radio Regulations

C6 – AI 4: Review of previous W(A)RCs Resolutions and Recommendations

Based on Resolution 95 (Rev.WRC-07)General review of the Res. and Rec. of WARC or WRCIndicate to CPM11-2 possible course of action (NOC/MOD/SUP) that might be taken at WRC-07 in respect of the concerned WARC/WRC Res. and Rec.


C6 - 8.1: Consider and approve theReport of the Director of the Radiocommunication Bureau on

8.1.1: Activities of the ITU-R Sector since WRC-07Issue A: Protection of radiocom. services against (ISM) Interference


ITU-R resp. group


63 (Rev.WRC-07)

SG 1(26 - 27 June 2008)

-Issue B: Updating of the “Remarks” columns in the Tables of Art.9A of App. 30A and Art. 11 of App. 30 to the RR


ITU-R resp. group


547 (Rev.WRC-07)

SG 4(17 - 18 April 2008)

-Issue C: Radiocom. use for Earth observation applicationsWRC-07 Resolution(s)

ITU-R resp. group


673 [COM6/23]

SG 7(6 & 14 Oct. 2008)

-8.1.2: Difficulties or inconsistencies in RR application8.1.3: Action in response to Resolution 80 (Rev.WRC-07)


C6 - 8.2: Items to be included in WRC-15 Agenda

Based on Resolution 806 [COM6/22] (WRC-07) Two items already identified by WRC-07: Spectrum requirements and possible new allocations in

the RDS to support operation of UAS Review use of band 5091-5150 MHz for feeder links of

N-GSO MSS in accordance with Res. 114 (Rev.WRC-03)

New items could be suggested to CPM07-2

In preparing proposals on this issue, Regional Organizations and Administrations should use the principles described in and are invited to use the template provided in Res. 804 [COM6/3] (WRC-07)(i.e. the upgrade of former Rec. 800 (WRC-03))


Typical Structure used in the CPM Report for each Agenda Item

Chapter NAgenda Item 1.XY

[Relevant WRC Resolutions if any]N/1.XY/1 Executive SummaryN/1.XY/2 BackgroundN/1.XY/3 Summary of technical and

operational studies and relevant ITU-R Recommendations

N/1.XY/4 Analysis of the results of studiesN/1.XY/5 Methods to satisfy the Agenda ItemN/1.XY/6 Regulatory and procedural

considerations

(see the Proposed detailed Structure for the Draft CPM Report to WRC-11 at:

http://www.itu.int/ITU-R/study-groups/docs/ties/rcpm-structure-report-wrc-11-end.doc )


IV - WRC Regional PreparationSix regional groups:

For the preparation of common and coordinated proposals


WRC Regional PreparationFuture regional group meetings:

APG2011-1, 06 – 08 March 2008, Bangkok, Thailand

11th ASMG, 02 – 06 March 2008, Abu Dhabi, UAE

CPG11-2, 1 – 3 December 2008, Brussels, Belgium

[not yet communicated]

XI PCC.II, 22 – 25 April 2008, Washington, USA

RCC, 26 – 28 February 2008, Minsk, Belarus


List of the radio services abbreviations

Abbreviations Radio services RR definition

AMS aeronautical mobile service No. 1.32AM(R)S aeronautical mobile (route) service No. 1.33AMSS aeronautical mobile-satellite service No. 1.35AMS(R)S aeronautical mobile-satellite (route) service No. 1.36ARNS aeronautical radionavigation service No. 1.46ARNSS aeronautical radionavigation-satellite service No. 1.47AS amateur service No. 1.56ASS amateur-satellite service No. 1.57BS broadcasting service No. 1.38BSS broadcasting-satellite service No. 1.39EESS Earth exploration-satellite service No. 1.51FS fixed service No. 1.20FSS fixed-satellite service No. 1.21ISS inter-satellite service No. 1.22LMS land mobile service No. 1.26LMSS land mobile-satellite service No. 1.27MetAids meteorological aids service No. 1.50


List of the radio services abbreviations

Abbreviations Radio services RR definition

MetSat meteorological-satellite service No. 1.52MMS maritime mobile service No. 1.28MMSS maritime mobile-satellite service No. 1.29MRNS maritime radionavigation service No. 1.44MRNSS maritime radionavigation-satellite service No. 1.45MS mobile service No. 1.24MSS mobile-satellite service No. 1.25RAS radio astronomy service No. 1.58RDS radiodetermination service No. 1.40RDSS radiodetermination-satellite service No. 1.41RLS radiolocation service No. 1.48RLSS radiolocation-satellite service No. 1.49RNS radionavigation service No. 1.42RNSS radionavigation-satellite service No. 1.43SOS space operation service No. 1.23SRS space research service No. 1.55

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