In a transfer to bolster the deployment of 5G know-how in Brazil, the Brazilian Nationwide Telecommunications Company (Anatel) has authorised the allocation of a further 120 MHz of spectrum within the 4.9 GHz band. In accordance with the official assertion, this choice, made by Anatel’s Board of Administrators, is predicted to play a pivotal function in advancing the nation’s 5G infrastructure.
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Spectrum Allocation Particulars
Anatel mentioned the allotted radio spectrum from 4,830 MHz to 4,950 MHz is earmarked for varied communication providers, together with the Private Cellular Service (SMP), the Multimedia Communication Service (SCM), the Fastened Switched Phone Service (STFC), and the Non-public Restricted Service (SLP). Crucially, this allocation is main, guaranteeing entry for a number of service suppliers with out exclusivity.
Mid-Band Spectrum
With this choice, Anatel will increase the quantity of Spectrum for the Private Cellular Service – SMP within the frequency vary between 1 GHz and 6 GHz. This enlargement particularly focuses on the mid-band, which extends from the prevailing 1060 MHz to 1180 MHz. This transfer is predicted to contribute to elevated capability and improved efficiency of 5G providers throughout Brazil.
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Spectrum Public sale
Anatel has said that there’s at present no plan in place to conduct the bidding course of for the 4.9 GHz band. Nonetheless, this marks the preliminary step in that path, which entails defining the frequency association and utilization circumstances for this spectrum vary.
In accordance with the assertion, this new vary is anticipated to introduce wholesome competitors into the telecommunications sector, which, in flip, may drive operational effectivity and result in reductions in client prices.
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Adapting Present Programs
The 4.9 GHz band is at present utilised for point-to-point radio hyperlinks and Public Safety and Civil Protection programs. To allow the allocation of 120 MHz for 5G providers, changes have been made, decreasing the variety of obtainable channels for point-to-point programs on this vary from 5 to a few channels along with a 40 MHz discount within the band utilized by Public Safety and Civil Protection programs. Affected programs have been given till September 6, 2028, to finish the required variations to accommodate these adjustments.
