2. Civil spectrum control missions

The need to regulate the rational and efficient use of the spectrum, and to verify that these regulations are properly applied by means of adequate spectrum monitoring, has always accompanied the development of radiocommunications. It is even more topical and necessary in a context of increasing multiplicity of communications services, and growing variability and complexity of signals.

Spectrum monitoring plays a key role in maintaining the quality of wireless systems by ensuring that each user complies with regulatory requirements. It prevents harmful interference or, failing that, helps to eliminate it as quickly as possible.