International Telecommunication Union World Radiocommunication Seminar (Geneva, 6-10 December 2010)

InternationalTelecommunicationUnion

World Radiocommunication

Seminar

(Geneva, 6-10 December 2010)

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Workshop

ITU HFBC software

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Introduction to the ITU HFBC software package

General principles:Consistent with Article 12 and

Resolution 535 of WRC-97.Developed in consultation with

administrations, broadcasters, and coordination groups.

Takes into account the availability of suitable computer hardware by administrations to run the software.

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Key features of the software modules

HFBC REQ - Data Capture software

ITU HFBC - Calculation software

HFBC VAL - Data validation software

HFBC ANT - Antenna calculation software

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HFBC REQData capture software

Capture HF requirements. Create and modify requirement

files.

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HFBC REQ 1.3 screenshot

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ITU HFBCCalculation software

The main HF module, linked with the data capture module.

Propagation prediction: calculates propagation data; results in tabular form or on maps.

Compatibly analysis: calculates interference from other requirements; identifies interference sources; results are shown on maps.

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ITU HFBC 5.2 screenshot

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HFBC VALData validation software

Designed to assist administrations to validate quickly their HFBC requirement files:Article 12 HF bands.Regional coordination groups bands.

Remove requirements with frequencies out of the Article 12 bands.

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HFBC VAL 2.0 screenshot

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HFBC ANTAntenna calculation program Theoretical approach based on

Recommendation ITU‑R BS.705 Calculates the radiation patterns

and gain of the most common used HF antennas.

Provide quick reference for administrations and broadcasters in identifying antennas.

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HFBC ANT 1.0 screenshot

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System requirements

Pentium®-based processor or compatible

64 MB of RAM (minimum) CD‑ROM drive Microsoft® Windows NT/2000/XP.

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Thank you for your attention!

nedialko.miltchev@itu.int