Current Status. Future Developments. Current Status And Possible Future Developments

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1 The DSRC Band MHz Current Status And Possible Future Developments Current Status And Possible Future Developments Adrian Florea Manager, Mobile Technology and Services Industry Canada

2 Overview Spectrum management International context Domestic Rulemaking The DSRC band in Canada Current status Possible evolutions going forward Other ITS related issues WRC-15 AI

3 Radio Basics What do you think about when you hear the word Radio 3

4 But, Radiocommunications is a lot more 4

5 Spectrum Management I T U SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT Planning & Engineering 5

6 Frequency Planning Begins with international planning at the ITU Frequencies are allocated to radio services internationally by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in the Radio Regulations Allocations define a permitted use Users are classified into categories (e.g. Mobile, Fixed, Amateur, Maritime, etc.) Technical, regulatory and procedural issues are also in the Radio Regulations to prevent harmful interference IC then develops appropriate regulations, policies and standards so that the spectrum is used to best serve Canadian interests and needs 6

7 Rulemaking Feedback Loop New Ideas & Technologies Industry proposals Spectrum Management is an iterative consultative process with governments and industry working together, domestically as well as internationally Domestic rules spark development of new technologies and services Canadian Consultative Process International & Bilateral Meetings Canadian contributions and proposals Treaties, Agreements, Recommendations, Standards Domestic Rulemaking 7

8 Domestic Rulemaking and Licensing IC consults with the general public and industry to help manage use of radio spectrum To allocate spectrum domestically and set spectrum utilization policies To set technical and regulatory rules for the use of the spectrum IC authorises use in accordance with policy and technical rules Licensed frequencies are assigned by: First-come/ first served, or competitive process (comparative review or auction) Licence fees or auction Electromagnetic Compatibility Study and/or Coordination ensure protection Licence-exempt devices (Bluetooth, WiFi, Cordless phones, etc.) No licence; no fee No priority, no protection Cannot cause interference to licensed services Technical rules Technical rules for unintentional radiators (PCs, fluorescent lights, engines, ) 8

9 Canadian use of MHz Band The band is allocated to Fixed, Fixed satellite and Mobile services on a primary basis, and to Amateur and Radiolocation on a secondary basis Legacy use of the band mainly for point-to-point microwave communication systems (almost 1000 systems still in operation, owned by Rogers, TELUS, SSi, and others). also some satellite uplink, amateur and radar. In 2004, IC designated the band for Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) systems for ITS Gazette Notice DGTP In 2006, a moratorium on new fixed licensing was put in place In March 2007, IC consulted on a spectrum policy for licensed DSRC, but did not release any decision on the policy - there was not a great deal of interest from respondents Recently - renewed interest in the band from ITS/ DSRC stakeholders, mainly related to the Connected Vehicle Safety program from U.S. 9

10 Status in the U.S. In 2003, the FCC established licence rules for ITS/ DSRC in the MHz band. Few systems are licensed to date. The band is shared with government (NTIA) radar and satellite systems Recent development: the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 requires NTIA to study by the end of 2013 the risk to these federal systems if unlicensed devices were allowed to operate in the MHz band Unlicensed devices would provide mobile broadband Internet access and other services similar to WiFi Mobile broadband is a big government priority in the U.S. DOT/ NHTSA currently investigating whether to mandate anticollision technology in all vehicles (Connected Vehicle Safety Pilot Program - NHTSA decision expected in 2013) System based on IEEE p standard using the DSRC band 10

11 Possible evolution going forward If NHTSA mandates the anti-collision technology DSRC equipment will be available The use of the band will intensify If a decision is taken in the U.S. to open the band to unlicensed devices, pressure to do the same in Canada. Likely will wait for a clear outcome in the U.S. At this time it is not clear whether DSRC anti-collision systems can coexist with unlicensed systems IC objective is to ensure that the spectrum is used for the benefit of Canadian consumers and industry We are interested to hear of new major technology initiatives promoting industry innovation Typically, spectrum use in Canada is harmonized with the U.S. to take advantage of the economies of scale 11

12 Next steps in Canada If consideration is given to a possible change to the band designation (to allow for unlicensed devices), Industry Canada will consult publicly If DSRC applications take off, and the spectrum is needed by industry and consumers, IC will likely reconsult on the licensing framework for DSRC In the mean time, developmental licences for R&D, trials, test beds, etc., can be obtained upon request. 12

13 World Radio Conferences (WRC) Held every 3 to 4 years Under the responsibility of the Radiocommunication Sector of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-R) Main purposes: To revise the Radio Regulations (R.R.) To address all radiocommunication issues of worldwide character Radio Regulations: International treaty governing the use of the radio frequency spectrum ITU 13

14 Spectrum for Automotive Radars Agenda item 1.18 of the WRC to consider a primary allocation to the radiolocation service for automotive applications in the GHz frequency band in accordance with Resolution 654 (WRC-12); Great opportunity to achieve global harmonization presently the 24 GHz, 26 GHz and 77 GHz bands are used for automotive radars in various regions of the world 14

15 Thank you For more information, be sure to visit our Internet websites: Adrian Florea Manager Mobile Technology and Services Tel: (613)