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NTIA Report TR-96-330

The Natural and Man-made Noise Environment in Personal Communications Services Bands

May 1997

A.D. Spaulding

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Abstract: This report presents a summary of the available measurement information on the level and statistical characteristics of the background noise environment in the frequency range of 1-3 GHz. The frequency range covers the proposed frequencies for the new personal communications services. Natural and man-made unintentional radiations are covered, both the general overall background noise and noise from individual sources. The urban noise environment in this frequency range is due primarily to automotive ignition systems. The noise is non-Gaussian in character, but not highly impulsive.

Keywords: noise; personal communications services (PCS); non-Gaussian interference; background noise levels

Disclaimer: Certain commercial equipment, components, and software are identified in this report to specify adequately the technical aspects of the reported results. In no case does such identification imply recommendation or endorsement by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, nor does it imply that the equipment or software identified is necessarily the best available for the particular application or uses.

To request a reprint of this report, contact:
Margaret Luebs, Publications Officer
Institute for Telecommunication Sciences
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info@its.bldrdoc.gov

For technical information concerning this report, contact:
Robert Achatz, Electronics Engineer
Institute for Telecommunication Sciences
Voice: (303) 497-3498
rachatz@its.bldrdoc.gov

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