Syria: SyTRA Updates Regulations to Permit Use of 6 GHz Band for WLAN
The Syrian Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (SyTRA) has announced an update to its regulations concerning Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Effective immediately, the 6 GHz band, specifically the 5925–6425 MHz frequency range, is now authorized for WLAN use. This new regulation limits the maximum allowable transmission power to 23 dBm and is restricted to indoor use […]
Panama: ASEP Launches Public Consultation on National Frequency Allocation Plan Modifications
The National Public Services Authority (ASEP) of Panama has initiated Public Consultation No. L11-24 to gather feedback on proposed modifications to the National Frequency Allocation Plan (PNAF). This consultation aims to update the allocation of frequency bands, particularly designating the 2.5 GHz and 3.5 GHz bands for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT); the 3600-3800 MHz band […]
MALAYSIA: MCMC Informs Wi-Fi Devices Using 5925 – 7125 MHz (6 GHz) Frequency Band is Not Permitted
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) published an announcement that the use of the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi equipment is under analysis, highlighting that the certification at this moment is not allowed until further notice. For future Type Approval devices that use the 6 GHz band must ensure it’s disabled from devices before the […]
CANADA: Supplementary Procedure for Assessing Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) and Absorbed Power Density (APD) Compliance of Portable Devices in the 6 GHz Band (5925-7125 MHz)
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the following consultation: RSS-102 SPR-APD, issue 1, “Supplementary Procedure for Assessing Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) and Absorbed Power Density (APD) Compliance of Portable Devices in the 6 GHz Band (5925-7125 MHz)”. This compliance procedure describes the technical requirements and processes to be […]
UNITED STATES: FCC Begins Process to Authorize 6GHz Band AFC System Operators
The FCC has announced that the call is open for those interested in becoming AFC system operators in the USA. The parties interested in becoming an AFC system operator as part of the initial evaluation process submit their proposals no later than November 30, 2021. The public will then have an opportunity to review and […]
CANADA: ISED Decided Technical and Policy Framework for Licence-Exempt Use in The 6 GHz Band
ISED announces the decisions resulting from the consultation process is undertaken in Canada Gazette notice SMSE-014-20, Consultation on the Technical and Policy Framework for Licence-Exempt Use in the 6 GHz Band. There were 4 main decisions already defined by ISED: 1. ISED will allow license-exempt RLAN use in the 5925-7125 MHz band.; 2. Standard-power RLANs […]
AUSTRALIA: ACMA Exploring RLAN Use of 5 GHz and 6 GHz Bands
ACMA has released their study (including proposals) regarding the use of the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. This study comes in an era where these bands have been included in explorations to try to give the broadband connectivity system more options to expand. This paper presented by ACMA includes a summary of arrangements, proposals, […]