Pre-Deployment
Frequency coordination (weeks before deployment)
The Cambium ePMP backhaul links operate in the 4.9 GHz licensed band (capable of 5 GHz but licensed at 4.9 GHz for this deployment). Frequency use is licensed through MOD Blandford and must be confirmed before deployment — do not assume frequencies from a previous exercise are still valid.
Who owns this action
The frequency request is submitted by IC Comms, who are already managing the wider radio kit for the deployment. Raise the requirement with them early — they handle the submission to MOD Blandford.
Kit on loan from RAFCTE
The Cambium ePMP hardware is currently on loan from RAFCTE. Configuration must be coordinated with them. This may change in future deployments.
Raising the frequency request
- Notify IC Comms of the ePMP frequency requirement and provide deployment dates and location
- IC Comms submits the frequency request to MOD Blandford (specific form required — confirm form reference with IC Comms)
- Receive written frequency assignment from MOD Blandford
- Record assigned frequencies in
data/devices.yaml(frequency_mhzfield on each ePMP device)
Coordinating with RAFCTE
- Contact RAFCTE to confirm kit availability and loan arrangements for the deployment
- Share the assigned frequencies with RAFCTE so kit can be pre-configured, or arrange for RAFCTE to configure on-site during deployment
- Confirm channel width and any other RF parameters required
Do not transmit before clearance is received
Operating ePMP links without frequency authorisation risks interference with other MOD spectrum users and may breach licence conditions.
Equipment requests
Laptop kit loan
Normally 15 laptops are requested from HQ for RIAT. Submit the request via the MS Form below — you will need to provide a delivery and pickup location for the courier.
- Confirm number of laptops required (normally 15)
- Confirm courier delivery address and pickup location
- Submit request via HQ Laptop Loan Form
- Confirm receipt of laptops on delivery