Frequency use with or without licences
The use of the frequency spectrum is regulated in order to prevent interference. The frequencies and other parameters are set out in the radio licence or approval.
Use of radio equipment during large-scale events
If you are organising or planning to participate in an event such as a concert or sporting competition, it's important to remember that you need a licence for the use of certain wireless communication equipment there. You must apply to the Federal Office of Communications OFCOM for a licence to operate professional mobile radio (PMR) equipment (for voice or data), wireless cameras and satellite news gathering (SNG) equipment.
Radiocommunication licences in general
Anyone wishing to use the radiocommunications frequency spectrum must obtain a licence. Without exception, use of the frequency spectrum up to 3000 GHz requires a licence.
Radiocommunications for professional use
Description and application form
Radio relay
Radio relay is a way of transmitting information from one location to another. With radio relay antennas, radio waves are bundled together with a carrier frequency and transmitted to the receiver in the microwave range (mainly between 1 and 40 GHz). Highly directional antennas are used, mounted at suitable locations so that they are able to cover large distances (quasi-optical line-of-sight connection). A typical antenna is the parabolic reflector. Highly directional antennas permit economic use of the available frequency spectrum despite large bandwidths.
Wireless camera
Electronic news gathering (ENG) and outside broadcasts (OB) refer to the photographing of current events such as news, sports or other events using portable, wireless electronic cameras with a link to a production vehicle or mobile studio in the low GHz range. Such photography can generally be scheduled and has a temporary incidence.
Maritime radiocommunication
Anyone who uses radiocommunications equipment on a seagoing vessel (pleasure craft and commercial vessels) participates in the international maritime mobile service. The operation of radiocommunications equipment on the high seas is subject to a Ship Station Licence, in accordance with the International Radio Regulations. For vessels entered in the official Swiss registers, the Ship Station Licence is issued by the Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM).
Satellite Links
SNG (Satellite News Gathering) is one of the very latest ways of gathering information. For example, a team of cameramen is filming far from the television station and sends the material either live or after it has been quickly edited direct via satellite to the home receiver. A licence is required to operate SNG equipment.A Very Small Aperture terminal (VSAT) is a satellite receiver and a transmitter with antennas (aperture) for satellite-based communication. Differently than the stationary Small Aperture terminals of the satellite ground stations can be installed VSAT systems also mobile on truck or containers.
Drones and model aircraft
Remote controlled aircraft information