Maximising energy efficiency

August 24, 2020

For Industry Infrastructure Deployment Mobile Carriers Forum Mobile Network Technology

For several years Australia’s telecommunications industry has progressively been working to reduce energy use. In 2013 the Mobile Carriers Forum (MCF) finalised training modules centred around energy efficiency in mobile networks – an award-winning program that garnered international interest. Since then, Australia’s mobile network carriers have continued to innovate, developing...

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Network service during emergencies

August 24, 2020

Networks & Coverage

In today’s society, almost all aspects of modern life involve some form of digital communications. Consequently, the smooth operation of communications services is essential at any time. As we have seen across Australia, with recent natural disasters including flood and bushfire, and as well as the Covid-19 pandemic, pressure and...

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What is 3G?

March 28, 2020

Mobile Network Technology What Are Mobile Networks?

Note: the 3G network has now closed in Australia. Read more here.  3G is the third generation of the mobile cellular network. It was designed to meet the growing desire to be more connected through technology, as devices using this would be able to send and receive data much faster...

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How mobile networks are built

March 24, 2020

Mobile Network Technology What Are Mobile Networks?

Mobile devices work by sending and receiving low power radio signals, much like a 2 way radio system. The signals are sent to and received from antennas that are attached to radio transmitters and receivers, commonly referred to as mobile phone base stations. The base stations are linked to the...

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How mobile networks work

March 3, 2020

Mobile Network Technology What Are Mobile Networks?

How the mobile network system operates Mobile phones work by sending and receiving low power radio signals, much like a 2 way radio system. The signals are sent to and received from antennas that are attached to radio transmitters and receivers, commonly referred to as mobile phone base stations. The...

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Questions about coverage?

February 3, 2020

Consumer Advice Mobile Hints & Tips Mobile Network Technology Mobile Phone Coverage Mobile Tips and Best Practices Networks & Coverage

While it’s important to choose the right mobile device and plan to suit your needs, quality reception and mobile network performance are also key issues for mobile users. Before buying a mobile service check the mobile service provider’s coverage maps and information to ensure that your smartphone, tablet or other...

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What are small cells?

August 26, 2019

Factsheets & Guides For Industry Infrastructure Deployment Mobile Network Technology

Small cells provide additional network capacity or mobile device coverage to a small geographic area. They operate at lower power than a traditional mobile phone base station and use smaller equipment. Small cells complement existing technology and work with existing sites to provide a better network experience. Small cells can...

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Understanding coverage maps

May 27, 2019

Mobile Network Technology Mobile Phone Coverage Networks & Coverage

Mobile service providers all publish coverage maps on their websites which can be checked to determine what kind of mobile coverage you can expect at any given location. It’s important to note that coverage maps often refer to the percentage of the population covered, rather than the geographic area covered....

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In building coverage – information for property owners & managers

May 4, 2019

Factsheets & Guides For Industry Infrastructure Deployment Mobile Network Technology

This information is for building owners and managers and DAS constructors and suppliers in Australia who wish to design and implement in-building mobile coverage solutions. AMTA is making available the following Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Design Guidelines 2025 to provide guidance for the installation of network equipment in buildings and...

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The Low Impact Determination

May 4, 2019

For Industry Infrastructure Deployment Mobile Carriers Forum Mobile Network Technology Our Policy Work Policy & Regulation

The Government recognises that there are some telecommunications facilities and activities that are unlikely to cause significant community disruption or significant environmental disturbance. These are exempt from certain State and Territory laws. These new facilities and activities are referred to both within the Telecommunications Act 1997 and the Telecommunications (Low-impact...

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The Deployment Code

May 4, 2019

For Industry Infrastructure Deployment Mobile Carriers Forum Mobile Network Technology

Telstra, Optus and TPG Telecom Ltd are the three mobile telecommunications carriers in Australia deploying and operating national mobile phone networks. These carriers continue to expand existing 4G networks as well as deploying new 5G networks in parallel.   Some of this infrastructure is referred to as ‘low-Impact’, as it typically...

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Interference to mobile networks

May 1, 2019

Mobile Network Technology Mobile Phone Coverage Networks & Coverage

Interference to mobile networks can be a problem for mobile network operators as it can cause mobile calls to drop out. It can also affect mobile network performance in an area and impact on data speeds. Australia’s mobile network operators and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) take interference...

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Mobile phone jammers are prohibited

March 14, 2017

Mobile Network Technology Mobile Phone Coverage Networks & Coverage

The supply, possession and operation of mobile phone jammers in Australia is prohibited by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) as such devices can cause significant interference to radiocommunications services, including mobile phone networks. Use of a jamming device in Australia can result in fines of up to $412,500...

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Q&A’s about mobile network deployment and EME

May 4, 2010

For Industry Infrastructure Deployment Mobile Carriers Forum Mobile Network Technology

  Some Q&A’s about Mobile Network Deployment and EME     What are the emission levels from a typical radio base station? The emission levels from a telecommunications base station depend on a number of factors, including the area it is designed to cover and the number of simultaneous calls...

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