The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has approved the use of additional frequencies for wireless microphones to support Thailand’s effort to become a global conference and event hub.
AM Thanapant Raicharoen, the commissioner responsible for broadcasting and chairman of the subcommittee on frequency and technical standards, said a recent commission board meeting approved three drafts of NBTC announcements related to the use of frequencies and technical standards for wireless microphones.
One draft covers technical standards for telecom and wireless microphone equipment, while a second addresses criteria for the use of frequency and radio communication equipment allowed for general use.
The third draft covers technical standards for radio communication equipment and digital radio communication system equipment, including digital enhanced cordless telecom technology.
He said the approval supports increased use of wireless microphones, particularly for large events or concerts, and for TV broadcasts, which requires digital technology.
“These measures support Thailand’s positioning as a global conference and events hub,” said AM Thanapant.
He said wireless microphones are widely used in all sectors, such as meetings, education, concerts, sports, entertainment and media production.
These increasingly common uses have led to signal congestion and the use of older technology equipment.
Therefore, consideration was given to procuring additional frequencies to ensure efficient and free use by the public without requiring additional unlicensed bands, said AM Thanapant.
The NBTC also approved improvements of technical standards to support the use of frequency bands higher than 200 kHz, supporting the Wireless Multichannel Audio System.
In addition, the regulator endorsed upgraded technical and electrical safety standards to modernise and support current wireless microphone frequencies and technology.
“This approval not only allows the public to have more wireless microphone frequencies, but also provides Thailand with the technology to truly become a global hub for conferences, events and concerts. This allows for controlled and broadcasting sound using modern equipment, comparable to other developed countries,” he said.