Broadcasting Services Division (BCD) examines notices and submissions for frequency assignments concerning television and sound broadcasting terrestrial services in all broadcasting bands (LF, MF, HF, VHF and UHF) and provides assistance to administrations with respect to the technical, regulatory and administrative procedures applicable to the planning of terrestrial broadcasting services.
Its main activities include:
- Examining proposed modifications to the frequency Plans with respect to their impact on other administrations in accordance with the procedures specified in the Regional Agreements.
- Examining proposed notifications for recording in the Master International Frequency Register (MIFR) in accordance with the Radio Regulations and associated Regional Agreements.
- Examining the compatibility analysis for HF broadcasting requirements submitted for inclusion in the seasonal schedules in accordance with Article 12 of the radio Regulations.
- Providing assistance and training to administrations in the application of relevant provisions of the Radio Regulations and Regional Agreements.
- Developing technical software that assist administrations in the planning and coordinating of terrestrial broadcasting services.
Contact: brbcd@itu.int