Overview
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the fourth edition of the DBS-01 consultation, White Space Databases (WSDB). This document outlines the technical requirements for designating a database capable of identifying channels available for use by white space devices (WSD) in the white space frequency bands (54-72 MHz, 76-88 MHz, 174-216 MHz, 470-608 MHz, and 657-663 MHz).
Specifications
This fourth edition of the White Space Database Specifications (DBS-01) sets forth the criteria for databases to identify available channels for WSDs in specified frequency bands. It details protection criteria for television stations, TV reception sites, and other services, as well as requirements for determining available frequencies and maximum power levels by the white space database (WSDB).
Key Updates
Significant updates in this edition include the addition of a new class of WSDs with less stringent unwanted emission limits, new minimum separation distances, additional guidance for mobile WSDs, and provisions for using proxy devices for database access.
Regulatory Impact
- Top Priority: Yes
- Type Certificate: Yes
- Spectrum Bands: Yes
- Import Changes HS Codes: No
- Standard Changes: Yes
- Product Changes: Yes
- Label Changes: No
Regulatory Impact
| Impact Type | Status |
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| Type Certificate | |
| Spectrum Bands | |
| Import Changes (HS Codes) | |
| Standard Changes | |
| Product Changes | |
| Label Changes |