SIST ETS 300 197/A1 E1:2000

• Abstract:

  To add 3,5 MHz channel spacing for 2x2 Mbit/s transmission and 7 MHz channel spacing for 8 Mbit/s, and other changes are necessary.

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-2000
• ICS: 33.040.20 - Transmission systems
• ICS: 33.060.30 - Radio relay and fixed satellite communications systems
• Technical Committee: RES - Radio equipment and systems
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Jul-2000
• Due Date: 01-Jul-2000
• Completion Date: 01-Jul-2000
• Ref Project: ETSI ETS 300 197/A1 ed.1 (1995-04) - Transmission and Multiplexing (TM); Parameters for radio relay systems for the transmission of digital signals and analogue video signals operating at 38 GHz

Overview

SIST ETS 300 197/A1 E1:2000 is a Slovenian national adoption of the European standard focused on Transmission and Multiplexing (TM) parameters for radio relay systems transmitting both digital signals and analogue video signals at 38 GHz. Developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) and adopted in Slovenia by SIST, this amendment enhances the original ETS 300 197:1994 by specifying new channel spacing options-3.5 MHz for 2x2 Mbit/s and 7 MHz for 8 Mbit/s transmissions-alongside other technical updates. The standard ensures compatibility, efficiency, and interoperability for radio relay equipment within modern telecommunications infrastructures.

Key Topics

• Channel Spacing Arrangements:
  The amendment introduces a 3.5 MHz channel spacing for 2x2 Mbit/s and 7 MHz channel spacing for 8 Mbit/s, reflecting advances in modulation techniques and spectral efficiency.
• System Modulation Schemes:
  Defines channel spacing for systems utilizing both 2-state and multi-state modulation, optimizing spectrum utilization for varied capacity requirements.
• Digital & Analogue Transmission:
  Covers parameterization for both digital data and analogue video signals, facilitating converged service delivery across networks.
• Spectral Power Density Masks:
  Provides revised masks to limit out-of-band emissions and ensure electromagnetic compatibility.
• Spectrum Analyzer Settings:
  Details recommended instrument settings to measure compliance, including IF bandwidth and sweep parameters.
• Interference Management:
  Specifies adjacent channel interference levels to promote robust link performance amidst dense frequency usage.
• BER vs RSL:
  Supplies reference data for Bit Error Rate (BER) as a function of received signal level (RSL), aiding in system design and performance verification.

Applications

SIST ETS 300 197/A1 E1:2000 is essential in the following application areas:

• Fixed Wireless Access:
  Facilitates the implementation of reliable high-capacity backhaul and access links for telecom operators using 38 GHz radio relay systems.
• Broadcast Video Transmission:
  Enables analogue and digital video transport over microwave links, supporting applications in television transmission and content distribution.
• Telecommunications Infrastructure:
  Underpins the deployment and upgrade of critical network segments demanding efficient spectrum use and interference management.
• Network Planning and Optimization:
  Assists network engineers in selecting optimal channel spacing and modulation schemes for high availability and quality-of-service.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Provides a benchmark for equipment manufacturers and service providers to demonstrate alignment with European and national regulatory requirements.

Related Standards

Professionals referencing SIST ETS 300 197/A1 E1:2000 may also be interested in the following standards for comprehensive guidance:

• ETS 300 197 – Original reference standard for parameters of 38 GHz radio relay systems (prior to this amendment).
• ETS 300 198 – Transmission and multiplexing specifications for other frequency bands.
• EN 302 217 Series – Harmonized standards for fixed radio systems, with broader application to point-to-point equipment.
• IEC 60834 – Translates relay equipment requirements and performance standards.
• ITU-T Recommendation G.826 – Specifies generic requirements for error performance in digital radio relay systems.

By adhering to SIST ETS 300 197/A1 E1:2000, organizations support best practices in spectrum management, interoperability, and reliable delivery of digital and analogue services over high-frequency radio links. This standard is vital for future-ready telecommunications network design, especially in regions requiring efficient use of the 38 GHz frequency band.

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Transmission and Multiplexing (TM); Parameters for radio relay systems for the
transmission of digital signals and analogue video signals operating at 38 GHz
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ETS 300 197/A1 Edition 1
ICS:
33.040.20 Prenosni sistem Transmission systems
33.060.30 Radiorelejni in fiksni satelitski Radio relay and fixed satellite
komunikacijski sistemi communications systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

ETS 300 197
AMENDMENT A1
April 1995
Source: ETSI TC-TM Reference: RE/TM-04024
ICS: 33.080
Transmission, radio, video
Key words:
This amendment A1 modifies
the European Telecommunication Standard ETS 300 197 (1994)
Transmission and Multiplexing (TM);
Parameters for radio relay systems for the transmission of
digital signals and analogue video signals operating at 38 GHz
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ETS 300 197: April 1994/A1: April 1995
Foreword
This Amendment to ETS 300 197 (1994) has been produced by the Transmission and Multiplexing (TM)
Technical Committee of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
Transposition dates
Date of latest announcement of this ETS (doa): 31 July 1995
Date of latest publication of new National Standard 31 January1996
or endorsement of this ETS (dop/e):
Date of withdrawal of any conflicting National Standard (dow): 31 January 1996

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ETS 300 197: April 1994/A1: April 1995
Amendments
Page 8, subclause 4.1.2
Delete subclause 4.1.2 and replace it with the following:
4.1.2 Co-polar channel spacing for like carriers
For systems operating on the same antenna, see subclause 4.3, item a).
Table 1a shows the channel spacing arrangement for low-capacity systems utilising 2-state modulation
schemes.
For low, medium and high capacity systems utilising more spectrally efficient modulation schemes, a
common 3,5 MHz raster shall still be used. For this case, the channel spacing arrangements are shown in
table 1b.
Table 1a: Digital systems with 2-state modulation
Minimum bit rate (Mbit/s) 2 8
Channel
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