Terrestrial broadcasting
Revising Technical Specifications for 5G terrestrial broadcast system for linear TV and radio services in alignment with 3GPP release schedule.
ETSI produces and maintains standards and technical specifications for a wide range of broadcast platforms and systems. This work includes Harmonised Standards for products placed on the market in line with European legislation, where we collaborate with other organisations to secure appropriate frequency allocations.
Why standards matter
ETSI plays a leading role in the development of specifications for TV and radio broadcast services delivered via cable, satellite, and terrestrial transmitters, as well as the Internet and mobile communication systems. Standardisation of broadcast systems, programme transmission and reception equipment is managed by JTC Broadcast, the Joint Technical Committee that brings us together with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardisation (CENELEC).
Key activities and focus areas
Industry cooperation
Collaboration with other organisations including DVB Project, WorldDAB, Digital Radio Mondiale, RadioDNS Hybrid Radio, HbbTV and 5G Media Action Group.
Digital Audio Broadcasting
Updating Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) standard for mobile, portable and fixed receivers.
Key technical groups
Industry Specification Group (ISG)
ISG MAT
New multiple access techniques for future 6G mobile systems based on 3GPP specifications, enhancing transmission performance in areas including spectrum efficiency, power consumption and latency.
Technical Committee (TC)
JTC BROADCAST
Technologies for radio, TV, and data broadcasting; covering services delivered via cable, satellite, and terrestrial transmitters, as well as the Internet and mobile communication systems.
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Press Release
28 January 2025
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