Introduction
This paper provides an introduction to broadband powerline communications systems and
the potential issues relating to their widespread use in Australia. It examines the current
status of technology development and reports on the regulatory arrangements currently in
place and being developed overseas to cope with the issues raised by the use of these
systems. Current Australian arrangements are also reported.
This paper was prepared following concerns raised in Australia about the risk of
interference to HF radiocommunications services from broadband powerline
communications
Broadband Powerline Communications Systems A Background Brief