As wireless technology advances and continues to populate nearly every industry, the RF spectrum is becoming increasingly crowded. To help preserve this finite resource, Shure has announced the formation of the Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance (WMSA), which it describes as “a coalation of stakeholders who are commited to ensuring access to RF spectrum for wireless microphones.” Shure says that the alliance will be made up of end users, content creators, live production service providers, equipment manufacturers and other stakeholders.
The alliance will advocate for intelligent RF spectrum access across applications in a way that will preserve wireless communication, whether on a global stage or community platform.
The WMSA has declared that its mission includes the following:
- Preserve RF Spectrum: Ensure the availability of spectrum for wireless microphone users across various industries
- Raise Awareness: Through education, highlight the critical importance of spectrum for concerts, live sports, live events, concerts, the film industry, broadcast, theater, worship and other content creators
- Foster Collaboration: Create a platform for stakeholders to join forces in advocating for spectrum preservation
- Engage Policymakers: Work closely with the FCC, Congress, and other policymakers to advocate for sufficient spectrum allocations for current and future wireless microphone use
- Conduct Public Outreach: Encourage public involvement through outreach and events that demonstrate the necessity of wireless spectrum and the impact its loss would have on various productions
Shure encourages organizations interested in joining the WMSA to contact Prakash Moorut (Global Head of Spectrum & Regulatory Affairs at Shure) at [email protected].
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