ETSI’s Technical Committee on Broadband Radio Access Networks (TC BRAN) is responsible for the standardisation of broadband and narrow band radio access systems, with a particular focus on Wireless Access Systems including Radio Local Area Networks (WAS/RLAN).
The committee develops standards that enable efficient and harmonised use of spectrum, especially in licence-exempt and shared bands. TC BRAN’s work helps support compliance with regulatory requirements, provides information for spectrum regulation from a European perspective, simplifies market access for product manufacturers, supports the coexistence of dissimilar radio services, and addresses future radio communication topics.
Development and maintenance of Harmonised Standards under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) for WAS/RLAN. This includes development of operating requirements that address regulatory rules such as for spectrum access, emission limits and other essential requirements.
Technical studies and specifications addressing coexistence between broadband systems and incumbent services (such as radar, road tolling, satellite and meteorological systems). This work supports efficient and fair use of shared and licence-exempt spectrum.
Standardisation of wideband data transmission systems, including fixed and mobile equipment operating in high-frequency bands. This enables multi-gigabit wireless connectivity and short-range high-capacity links.
Development of conformance test specifications to support compliance assessment, market access and surveillance.
TC BRAN produces Harmonised Standards, Technical Specifications and Technical Reports for broadband radio access networks. The committee contributes to European regulatory frameworks, supports spectrum management, and collaborates with other ETSI technical bodies, the European Communications Commission (ECC), the European Union, and external standardisation organisations.
5 GHz WAS/RLAN; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum
Wideband Data Transmission Systems (WDTS) for Mobile and Fixed Radio Equipment operating in the 57 - 71 GHz band; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum
6 GHz WAS/RLAN; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum
Feasibility assessment of applying mitigation techniques to WAS/RLAN to enable coexistence in the 5 725 MHz to 5 850 MHz band
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