PAMTS: Australia's First Mobile Network

PAMTS: Australia's First Mobile Network (1981-1993)

Technology and Limitations
PAMTS, Australia's initial mobile telephone system, operated on the 500 MHz frequency band. Developed by NEC, it was a pre-cellular network with limited capacity due to non-reused channel frequencies within a specific area. Although calls could be transferred between base stations as a mobile moved, the technology was outdated upon launch and lacked potential for future advancements.

Deployment, Costs, and Decline
Launched in 1981 and initially deployed in Melbourne, PAMTS was later expanded to other major cities. However, high costs for mobile units, connection fees, and airtime hindered widespread adoption. Telecom Australia's monopoly on the service and installation further restricted accessibility.

By the mid-1980s, PAMTS was outperformed by emerging 1G cellular networks offering superior technology, lower costs, and increased capacity.
The system was ultimately shut down in 1993, marking the end of an era for mobile communications in Australia. PAMTS serves as a historical reminder of the rapid advancements in mobile technology and the ever-changing telecommunications landscape.

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