The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) published Guidelines on the Use of Radio Spectrum for TV White Space (TVWS) on August 19, 2025.
- Purpose and Scope of the Guidelines
Purpose: To provide guidance on the use of radio spectrum and certified communications equipment for TV White Space (TVWS) technology in Malaysia.
Applicable Parties: All operations and applications intending to use TVWS.
Legal Basis: Must comply with the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA 1998) and relevant subsidiary legislations and technical standards.
- Spectrum Background
Frequency Band: Unused TV channels in the 470–694 MHz UHF band.
Priority: This band is primarily allocated for terrestrial TV broadcasting; TVWS must ensure no interference to existing broadcast services.
Other Permitted Applications: Such as wireless microphones, but only on a non-interference and non-protection basis.
- Technical Specifications
Available Frequency Band: 470.0 – 606.0 MHz
Base Station (Fixed): Maximum EIRP 16 W
CPE (Fixed / Mobile): Maximum EIRP 4 W
Channel Plan: Each channel is 8 MHz; single or multiple channels may be used (contiguous bandwidth is not guaranteed).
Restrictions: Ground-based applications only; use on aircraft or airborne platforms is strictly prohibited.
Assignment Method: Requires Apparatus Assignment (AA) authorization.