IEEE Draft Standard for Low Frequency (less than 500 kHz) Narrow Band Power Line Communications for Smart Grid Applications

A worldwide standard for narrow band power line communications via AC, DC, and non-energized electric power lines using frequencies below 500 kHz. Data rates of up to 500 kbps are supported. The field-of-use includes Smart Grid applications. Coexistence mechanisms that can be used by other PLC technologies operating below 500 kHz are also included. These coexistence mechanisms may be used separately from the rest of the standard.