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Frequency coordination

Frequency Coordination is a technical and regulatory process that removes or mitigates radio-frequency interference between different radio systems that operate on the same frequency. Normally frequency coordination is a function of an administration, such as a governmental spectrum regulator, as part of a formal regulatory process under the procedures of the Radio Regulations (an intergovernmental treaty text that regulates the radio frequency spectrum). Before an administrations lets an operator operate a new radio communications network, it must undergo coordination in the following steps: * Inform other operators about the plans * Receive comments if appropriate * Conduct technical discussions with priority networks * Agree on technical and operational parameters * Gain international recognition and protection on the Master International Frequency Register * Bring the network into use This coordination ensures that: * All administrations know the technical plans of other administrations.…

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Frequency Coordination is a technical and regulatory process that removes or mitigates radio-frequency interference between different radio systems that operate on the same frequency. Normally frequency coordination is a function of an administration, such as a governmental spectrum regulator, as part of a formal regulatory process under the procedures of the Radio Regulations (an intergovernmental treaty text that regulates the radio frequency spectrum). Before an administrations lets an operator operate a new radio communications network, it must undergo coordination in the following steps: * Inform other operators about the plans * Receive comments if appropriate * Conduct technical discussions with priority networks * Agree on technical and operational parameters * Gain international recognition and protection on the Master International Frequency Register * Bring the network into use This coordination ensures that: * All administrations know the technical plans of other administrations.…

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