It should be noted that these are all proposals that might/maybe/could possibly be put to the WRC for approval and there is plenty of time for changes between now and the conference.
What that means is this presentation should be taken as an indication of the way things are headed but it will probably change significantly (but probably not for the better) between now and the end of 2024 when it is envisaged Ofcom will implement any changes.
It currently looks like we will lose access (we never actually owned it) to a large portion of 23cms below 1300MHz but potentially retain 2* 4 MHz slots - one centered on 1256 and one at 1298MHz.
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What this means is that FM ATV operation will no longer be possible below 1300MHz, however, we would be able to operate Digital repeater inputs around 1256MHz.
UK repeater outputs above 1300MHz are not affected by these changes, however there are other potential changes in the pipeline which may mean FM operation above 1300MHz will not be possible.
It would seem sensible for operators not to invest too much money in 23cms equipment at this point
And UK ATV operators should be pleased that we are the only country that has access to 1300 to 1325 MHz - ATV operators in the rest of the world are in a far worse position.Repeater groups affected by any changes in the future would be able to apply to the BATC bursary fund for potential funding of equipment purchases to migrate to digital and move input receiver frequencies.
Before asking too many questions and to understand the complex background behind all this please watch Barry's video - and while we are at it we should give a big round of applause to Barry who is doing this entirely as a volunteer. His work and that of other members of the spectrum management team are funded by the RSGB - I think that's a good use of my RSGB subscription!!
73
Noel - G8GTZ
