EU Mandates −10 dBW/4 kHz EIRP Limit and 2 MHz Guard Band for 2 GHz Uplink
VSAT•European regulator set technical conditions for satellite communications in the 1980–2010 MHz uplink band, mandating a maximum EIRP spectral density of −10 dBW/4 kHz and a 2 MHz guard band. Operators must secure two-year licenses for the 2.0–2.2 GHz spectrum and comply with coordination procedures by January 2028.
1. Technical Parameters
European regulator defined a maximum EIRP spectral density of −10 dBW per 4 kHz for the 1980–2010 MHz uplink band, introduced a 2 MHz guard band to protect adjacent services and outlined channelization in 10 MHz blocks.
2. Licensing Requirements
Operators must apply for two-year licenses covering the 2.0–2.2 GHz range, subject to coordination agreements and annual spectrum fees tied to allocated bandwidth.
3. Compliance Timeline
All providers must meet the new technical and coordination requirements by January 2028, prompting network operators to adjust terminal power settings and submit updated filings to avoid interference.
4. Impact on VSAT
Satellite operator VSAT must recalibrate its European terminal fleet to adhere to the −10 dBW/4 kHz limit, file revised coordination plans and allocate capital for antenna and modem adjustments ahead of the January 2028 deadline.
