Mobile Network Technology Archives

How the mobile network system operatesMobile 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,

Consumer Advice

Questions about 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

Infrastructure Deployment

What are small cells?

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

5G Network

What will our jobs look like in a 5G future?

We keep hearing about how technology will transform the way we live and work. This can lead to both anxiety and misconceptions about the likely changes we will experience and whether the impact will be positive or negative for us in terms of our

Networks & Coverage

Understanding coverage maps

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

For Industry

In building coverage – information for property owners & managers

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)

For Industry

The Low Impact Determination

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.

For Industry

The Deployment Code

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

5G Network

5G will transform our lives but it won’t be overnight

Mobile technologies and smartphones are an intrinsic part of Australian life and mobile’s fifth generation (5G) will continue to rise the tide of mobile connectivity making our lives easier and extending our access to latest technologies and

Mobile Phone Coverage

Interference to mobile networks

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

Mobile Phone Coverage

Mobile phone jammers are prohibited

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

For Industry

Q&A’s about mobile network deployment and EME

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