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

6.7 Broadband Fixed Wireless Access systems (BFWA)

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a.	In the draft Annexure B, the maximum power was 36 dBm for the band 5725-5875 MHz.

b.	Submissions received

WAPA, Project Isizwe & Zenzeleni Networks NPC submits a reduction from the earlier 200W/53dBm EIRP limit for fixed point-to-point (PtP) links in the band 5725-5875MHz to 3.9W/36dBm would pose an insurmountable technical and economic challenge.

c.	The Authority’s Response

The Authority notes the submission about the reduction of power for fixed point-to-point (PtP) links in the band 5725-5875 MHz from 200W/53dBm to 3.9W/36dBm however the Authority adjusted the power to 1W/30dBm in accordance with the performance standards FCC 15.247 & FCC 15.249 and 200 W is not supposed by the these referenced FCC standards.