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  • and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. See Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 519-20, ¶ 106; see also Upper 700 MHz MO&O and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 521-22, ¶ 111. See supra para. 43. These existing requirements are found in 47 CFR §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093. See supra paras. 4, 14. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 494, ¶ 43 n.95 (``The provision of new broadcast-type services compliant with Part 27 technical standards does not alter the underlying nature of such services, or the licensee's related regulatory and statutory obligations.'') (emphasis added). The Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order
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  • there is a need for antenna gain regulation if we adopt geographic area licensing. To the extent commenters believe a minimum antenna gain requirement is necessary, we seek comment on Endwave's proposal to relax the technical parameters proposed by Loea. RF Safety. We propose that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of our Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. We seek comment on requiring routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure in the case of fixed operations, including base stations in cases where there is a possible safety risk if the installation of the transmitter antenna is not properly designed. We
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  • for most situations. Moreover, the Commission found the 1,000 watts ERP threshold consistent with its existing rules for transmitters and devices of comparable use and similar operating frequencies. For the same reasons, we propose to adopt the 1,000 watts ERP safety threshold for fixed operations in the 1710-1755 MHz and 2110-2155 MHz bands. We therefore propose to modify sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 1710-1755 MHz and 2110-2155 MHz bands. We invite comment on this proposal and any alternatives. Other Technical Rules; Canadian and Mexican Coordination Other Technical Rules. The application of general provisions of Part 22, 24 or 27 would include rules related to equipment authorization, frequency stability, antenna structures
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  • Their Affiliates; and Applications of Broadwave USA, PDC Broadband Corporation, and Satellite Receivers, Ltd. To Provide a Fixed Service in the 12.2 - 12.7 GHz Band, Fourth Memorandum Opinion and Order, 18 FCC Rcd 8428 (2003). We note that some cellular handsets available today already approach the specific absorption rate limits specified in our rules. See 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093. Therefore, commenters who advocate higher power level for cellular handsets may wish to consider whether other design considerations can compensate for increased power levels so that such handsets do not violate our electromagnetic radiation exposure rules. >. >. >. Many commercial wireless licenses have site-based incumbents, including the 220 MHz, 800 MHz SMR, and paging services. 47 U.S.C.
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  • that in some cases licensees may refrain from entering into such transactions to preclude potential competitors. We seek comment on whether high transaction costs or anti-competitive motivations will hinder such transactions. RF Safety The Coalition states that to implement its proposed approach, we should amend our RF emissions rules. More specifically, the Coalition contends that we should amend Sections 1.1307(b)(2), 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c) to include MDS and ITFS services. The Commission considers RF safety procedures to be essential in protecting human beings from excessive exposure to RF energy. Accordingly, we seek comment on whether and how we should amend the RF safety rules. North American Datum (NAD) 83 Coordinate Data The Coalition notes that our rules require the submission of different
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  • Given that the exposure guidelines for 1710-1755 and 2110-2155 MHz bands are the same as those for spectrum at 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz, we tentatively conclude that the threshold for environmental review of fixed transmission facilities should be an ERP greater than 1000 watts, and that we should make any necessary modifications to sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz bands. Evaluation of mobile and portable devices in these bands will follow the rules adopted in sections 2.1091 and 2.1093, respectively. We seek comment on this tentative conclusion. Other Technical Rules; Canadian and Mexican Coordination Other Technical Rules:
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  • any other proposals that would provide more flexibility to M-LMS than current rules. We also seek comment on whether allowing these stations to operate using such technologies at higher power levels than permitted generally under Section 15.247 would raise any questions related to human exposure to electromagnetic radiation and whether they therefore should be subject to the procedures of Sections 2.1091 and 2.1093. C. M-LMS Spectrum Aggregation Limit The Commission's Part 90 M-LMS rules provide that within an EA, a licensee may aggregate M-LMS spectrum in Blocks B (2.25 megahertz) and C (5.75 megahertz), for a total of 8 megahertz, but spectrum Block A (6 megahertz) may not be aggregated with these other blocks. We note that when the Commission adopted
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  • that the exposure guidelines for the 2110-2155 MHz band are the same as those for spectrum at 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz, we propose that the threshold for environmental review of fixed transmission facilities should, as a result, be an ERP greater than 1000 Watts, and that we should make any necessary modifications to sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 2155-2175 MHz band. Evaluation of mobile and portable devices in these bands will follow the rules adopted in sections 2.1091 and 2.1093, respectively. We seek comment on this proposal. Other Technical Rules; Canadian and Mexican Coordination Other Technical Rules: The application of general provisions of Part 27
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  • or offering for sale or lease, any radio frequency device unless ... [i]n the case of a device that is subject to certification, such device has been authorized by the Commission in accordance with the rules in this chapter and is properly identified and labeled as required by § 2.925 and other relevant sections in this chapter. Pursuant to Section 2.1091 of the Rules, certain mobile devices, such as the DBA-819 amplifier, that operate in the cellular and PCS services are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF radiation exposure prior to equipment authorization or use. Applications for equipment authorization of such mobile devices subject to routine environmental evaluation must contain a statement confirming compliance with the maximum permissible exposure limits
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  • these experiments prove that Globalstar MSS/ATC can be implemented with existing technology at low cost. 3. Compliance with Radiation Limits As required by Section 25.149(a)(5), GLLC guarantees that Globalstar ATC base stations and MSS/ATC terminals will operate in compliance with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act incorporated in the Commission's rules, including the provisions in Sections 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093 pertaining to radio-frequency radiation exposure. The base-station antennas will typically be mounted atop tall masts and will be enclosed by perimeter security fences. Standard radiation-hazard warnings will be posted, and access to areas directly in a base station's main antenna beam will be barred except as required for maintenance by authorized engineering personnel after amplifier input signals have
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  • Order, 21 FCC Rcd 14212, 14220 (2006); CMP-Houston KC, LLC, Memorandum Opinion and Order, 23 FCC Rcd 10656, 10660 n.31 (2008), citing Cloud Nine Broadcasting, Inc., Letter, 10 FCC Rcd 11555, 11556 (1995). Filed on Mar. 10, 2009. The Lay/Moore Objection noted that it ``has the same concerns'' as Matthews and agrees with her comments. 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093. Third Matthews Objection at 2; 42 U.S.C. §§ 4321 et. seq. (1976). Second Matthews Objection at 2. Letter to the Honorable Lisa Murkowski from Julius P. Knapp, Chief, Office of Engineering and Technology (Jan. 6, 2009) (``First Congressional''); Letter to the Honorable Lisa Murkowski from Julius P. Knapp, Chief, Office of Engineering and Technology (May 12, 2009) (``Second
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  • is 9 dBi for the internal antennas. Specifically, using the internal antennas, the calculated EIRP is 1.514 Watts (31.8 dBm) for the 3.5 megahertz channel and 1.58 Watts (32 dBm) for the 5 megahertz channel. The User Manual for this equipment includes an ``FCC Radiation Hazard Warning'' stating that, ``to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in Section 1.1307 and 2.1091 of FCC Rules, the antenna used for this transmitter must be kept at a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.'' DISCUSSION As an initial matter, we decline to certify Alvarion's BMAX-Si as a fixed station, based on the Commission's policies and
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  • positively receive and decode an enabling signal transmitted by a registered base station) citing 47 C.F.R. § 90.1333 (WTB 2007) . 1047 C.F.R. § 90.1319(b). 11See47 C.F.R. § 90.203(o); 3650 MHz Order, 20 FCC Rcd at 6527-28 ¶¶ 67-69 (2005). 1247 C.F.R. § 90.1335 ("Licensees in the 3650-3700 MHz band are subject to the exposure requirements found in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of our Rules."). 133650 MHz Order, 20 FCC Rcd at 6519 ¶ 47. 14MO&O, 22FCC Rcd at 10435 ¶ 36; 47 C.F.R. § 90.1319(c). "Restricted" protocols are those capable of avoiding interference only to other devices using the same protocol. 15MO&O, 22FCC Rcd at 10437-38 ¶¶ 41-43. 16MO&O, 22FCC Rcd at 10437-38 ¶ 43. 3864 Federal Communications Commission
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  • placed into orbit and that the first transmission to or from that satellite in the authorized spectrum band has occurred. 20. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this license grant is issued on condition that the applicant must submit, within 30 days from the release-date of this order, a showing of compliance with the applicable exposure guidelines referenced in 47 C.F.R. §2.1091 or §2.1093. as required by 47 C.F.R. §1.1307(b).12 21. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the FCC, NTIA, and FAA concerning protection of GNSS.13 that this license will be subject to any applicable out-of-band emission standards subsequently incorporated in the FCC's rules for protection of such systems in response to RTCA reports or
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  • believe that the OOBE limits we adopt herein will limit such occurrences, and that in adopting these limits we have satisfied the Congressional concern to ensure that public safety licensees are protected from interference. 3. RF Safety/Power Limits 108. Background. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules237 subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed.258 In adopting the rule, we concluded that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure are required for applicants desiring to use the following types of We believe that it would be more difficult for manufacturers to produce mobile and portable equipment
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  • 1. On March 16, 2005, the Commission released a Report and Order and Memorandum Opinion and Order, FCC 05-56, in the above captioned proceeding. This erratum makes the following corrections to the Report and Order and Memorandum Opinion: (a) Revise Appendix A (``Final Rules'') by deleting the references to ``Part 26'' and the ``General Wireless Communications Services'' in Sections 1.1307, 2.1091 and 2.1093 of the amended rules. (b) Revise Appendix A (``Final Rules'') by changing Section 90.1311 to read as follows: ``The license term is ten years, beginning on the date of the initial authorization (non-exclusive nationwide license) grant. Registering fixed and base stations will not change the overall renewal period of the license.'' >." (d) Revise Appendix E (``List of
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  • Further, we proposed to remove the current 80 km coordination distance, and instead require that 24 GHz band licensees coordinate their facilities whenever their facilities have line-of-sight into other 24 GHz band licensees' facilities or are within the same geographic area. We also proposed that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. Emission Mask Many commenters suggest that the proposed emission mask requirement in Section 101.111(a)(5) is inappropriate for the 24 GHz band and request that we instead apply the emission mask set forth in Section 101.111(a)(2)(ii) of our Rules. One commenter notes that the proposed mask is too lax with regard to channel roll off
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  • 30 megahertz spectrum, we will permit users in adjoining areas to agree to alternate field strengths at their common border to provide users increased flexibility in implementing their systems without increasing the risk of harmful interference. 99. RF Safety/Power Limits. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules217 subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules.218 In the 700 MHz First Report and Order, we adopted a threshold of 1000 w ERP for categorical exclusion from routine evaluation for RF exposure for base and fixed stations.219 We adopt this threshold for base and fixed stations in the Guard Bands, as well. As with the 30 megahertz block, the threshold for
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  • the 30 megahertz spectrum, we will permit users in adjoining areas to agree to alternate field strengths at their common border to provide users increased flexibility in implementing their systems without increasing the risk of harmful interference. RF Safety/Power Limits. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. In the 700 MHz First Report and Order, we adopted a threshold of 1000 w ERP for categorical exclusion from routine evaluation for RF exposure for base and fixed stations. We adopt this threshold for base and fixed stations in the Guard Bands, as well. As with the 30 megahertz block, the threshold for
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  • the Notice, the Commission proposed to require that facilities and devices operating in the Lower 700 MHz Band be subject to the existing RF safety criteria and procedures applicable to facilities and devices having similar technical parameters and operating characteristics. Section 27.52 of the Commission's rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. Other than Qwest's general support for the adoption of existing Part 27 technical rules, no other party to this proceeding addressed this issue in their comments or reply comments. Discussion. We will require transmitting facilities and devices in the Lower
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  • and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. See Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 519-20, ¶ 106; see also Upper 700 MHz MO&O and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 521-22, ¶ 111. See supra para. 43. These existing requirements are found in 47 CFR §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093. See supra paras. 4, 14. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 494, ¶ 43 n.95 (``The provision of new broadcast-type services compliant with Part 27 technical standards does not alter the underlying nature of such services, or the licensee's related regulatory and statutory obligations.'') (emphasis added). The Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order
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  • there is a need for antenna gain regulation if we adopt geographic area licensing. To the extent commenters believe a minimum antenna gain requirement is necessary, we seek comment on Endwave's proposal to relax the technical parameters proposed by Loea. RF Safety. We propose that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of our Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. We seek comment on requiring routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure in the case of fixed operations, including base stations in cases where there is a possible safety risk if the installation of the transmitter antenna is not properly designed. We
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  • for most situations. Moreover, the Commission found the 1,000 watts ERP threshold consistent with its existing rules for transmitters and devices of comparable use and similar operating frequencies. For the same reasons, we propose to adopt the 1,000 watts ERP safety threshold for fixed operations in the 1710-1755 MHz and 2110-2155 MHz bands. We therefore propose to modify sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 1710-1755 MHz and 2110-2155 MHz bands. We invite comment on this proposal and any alternatives. Other Technical Rules; Canadian and Mexican Coordination Other Technical Rules. The application of general provisions of Part 22, 24 or 27 would include rules related to equipment authorization, frequency stability, antenna structures
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  • 47 C.F.R. § 5.93(b). Petition at 12 (citing Implementation Order at para. 30). Id. Id. Implementation Order at para. 15. Id. at para. 16. Petition at 10. Id. (citing 47 C.F.R. § 2.10093[``Radiofrequency radiation exposure evaluation; portable devices.'']) and at 10 n.4. 47 C.F.R. § 2.1093. See 47 C.F.R. § 1.1307(b), Table 1. This is defined in 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.1091 and 2.1093 and is discussed in the FCC's OET Bulletin 65 (1997). See Supplement C (2001) to the FCC's OET Bulletin 65 (1997) for details. Implementation Order at para. 13. Id. at para. 14. Petition at 10. 47 C.F.R. § 74.735(b)(2). Petition at 10-11. Id. at 11. Id. The digital effective radiated power limit in the LPTV rules for VHF
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  • propose to delete the sentence in Section 2.1093(d)(3) of our rules that refers to IEEE standard C95.3-1991 and refer instead to the most current edition of Supplement C to OET Bulletin 65, issued by the Commission's Office of Engineering and Technology. For mobile devices, we propose to add a similar reference to Bulletin 65 in the introductory text of Section 2.1091(d). In addition, we propose to amend Section 2.1093 to indicate that computational modeling may be used to demonstrate compliance with the SAR limits only if supported by adequate documentation. This is consistent with section 1.1307(b)(2) of our rules, which provides the Commission with the discretion to request SAR measurement data when a compliance showing is based on computational modeling. We
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  • 9. See IBM comments at 3 and ITI comments at 4. See IBM comments at 3. See Nickolaus E. Leggett comments at 4 and Steven Bryant comments at 3. The Commission's rules recognize that compliance with the RF exposure guidelines for certain types of devices can be accomplished with warning labels and providing information to users. See 47 C.F.R. § 2.1091(d)(3). See 47 C.F.R. § 15.109, which applies to unintentional radiators, 47 C.F.R. § 15.209, which applies to intentional radiators, and 47 C.F.R. § 18.305(b), which applies to emissions that appear outside of ISM bands. See ITI comments at 7-8. See Linear comments at 3. See Sirius comments at 2. See XM comments at 1-2. See Intersil reply comments at 7
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  • may request equipment authorization following the procedures set forth in subpart J of part 2 of this chapter. Equipment authorization for an individual transmitter may be requested by an applicant for a station authorization by following the procedures set forth in part 2 of this chapter. Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. MSS ATC base stations must comply with the requirements specified in 1.1307(b) for PCS base stations. MSS ATC mobile terminals must comply with the requirements specified for mobile and portable PCS transmitting devices in 1.1307(b). MSS ATC mobile terminals must also comply with the requirements in 2.1091 and 2.1093 for Satellite Communications Services
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  • may request equipment authorization following the procedures set forth in subpart J of part 2 of this chapter. Equipment authorization for an individual transmitter may be requested by an applicant for a station authorization by following the procedures set forth in part 2 of this chapter. Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. MSS ATC base stations must comply with the requirements specified in 1.1307(b) for PCS base stations. MSS ATC mobile terminals must comply with the requirements specified for mobile and portable PCS transmitting devices in 1.1307(b). MSS ATC mobile terminals must also comply with the requirements in 2.1091 and 2.1093 for Satellite Communications Services
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  • may request equipment authorization following the procedures set forth in subpart J of part 2 of this chapter. Equipment authorization for an individual transmitter may be requested by an applicant for a station authorization by following the procedures set forth in part 2 of this chapter. Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. MSS ATC base stations must comply with the requirements specified in 1.1307(b) for PCS base stations. MSS ATC mobile terminals must comply with the requirements specified for mobile and portable PCS transmitting devices in 1.1307(b). MSS ATC mobile terminals must also comply with the requirements in 2.1091 and 2.1093 for Satellite Communications Services
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  • Application for Review filed by EMR Network IS DENIED. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Marlene H. Dortch Secretary We consider herein both the Application for Review filed by EMR Network and its Supplement to that application. Letter from Bruce A. Franca to James R. Hobson, December 11, 2001 (``Dismissal letter''). 42 U.S.C. §§ 4321 et seq. (1976). 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093. Report and Order in GEN Docket 79-144 (RF Report and Order I), 100 F.C.C. 2d 543 (1985); Memorandum Opinion and Order in GEN Docket 79-144, FCC 85-467, released August 22, 1985, 58 RR 2d 1128 (1985). Report and Order in ET Docket No. 93-62 (RF Report and Order II), 11 FCC Rcd 15123 (1996); Second Memorandum Opinion and
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  • Their Affiliates; and Applications of Broadwave USA, PDC Broadband Corporation, and Satellite Receivers, Ltd. To Provide a Fixed Service in the 12.2 - 12.7 GHz Band, Fourth Memorandum Opinion and Order, 18 FCC Rcd 8428 (2003). We note that some cellular handsets available today already approach the specific absorption rate limits specified in our rules. See 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093. Therefore, commenters who advocate higher power level for cellular handsets may wish to consider whether other design considerations can compensate for increased power levels so that such handsets do not violate our electromagnetic radiation exposure rules. >. >. >. Many commercial wireless licenses have site-based incumbents, including the 220 MHz, 800 MHz SMR, and paging services. 47 U.S.C.
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  • be met before a transmitter is authorized for operation under Section 15.231. For instance, data transmission is prohibited, except for operation under Section 15.231(e), in which case there are separate field strength level and timing requirements. Compliance with these requirements must be assured. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements. For example, FCC Rules in Sections 2.1091, 2.1093 and specific Sections of Part 15, including 15.319(i), 15.407(f), 15.253(f) and 15.255(g), require that applicants for equipment authorization of Unlicensed PCS, U-NII and millimeter wave devices perform routine environmental evaluation for RF Exposure to demonstrate compliance. In addition, spread spectrum transmitters operating under Section 15.247 are required to address RF Exposure compliance in accordance with Section 15.247(b)(4). Modular transmitters
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  • GHz unlicensed operation are also appropriate for 92-95 GHz. We here create a new Section 15.257 that is based on Section 15.255 for 57-64 GHz, but reflects our limitation of unlicensed devices to indoor use. RF Safety. Background. In the NPRM, the Commission proposed that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of our Rules. The Commission also asked for comments on requiring routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure in the case of fixed operations, including base stations, in cases where there is a possible safety risk if the installation of the transmitter antenna is not properly designed. Discussion. The record does not provide detailed comments concerning the issue of
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  • Commission's RF exposure standards for most situations. Moreover, the Commission found the 1,000 watts ERP threshold consistent with its existing rules for transmitters and devices of comparable use and similar operating frequencies. For the same reasons, we adopt the 1,000 watts ERP safety threshold for fixed operations in the 1710-1755 and 2110-2155 MHz bands. We therefore will modify sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 1710-1755 and 2110-2155 MHz bands. We note, however, that the standard we adopt today is subject to change. Canadian and Mexican Coordination Background: In the AWS Service Rules NPRM, we noted that section 2.301 of our rules requires stations using radio frequencies to identify their transmissions with
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  • foreign authorities pursuant to an MRA to conduct certification assessment in an MRA partner economy pursuant to the FCC's rules. See 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.960 and 2.962. 47 C.F.R. § 2.915(a). Mobile and portable earth-station transmitters licensed under Part 25 of the Commission's rules must meet RF exposure requirements specified in Part 2 of the rules. See 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.1091 and 2.1093. 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.926 and 2.927(a). 47 C.F.R. § 2.931. 47 C.F.R. § 2.945. See 47 C.F.R. § 22.377 (requiring Public Mobile Service transmitters to be certificated, except those operating under a developmental authorization); 47 C.F.R. § 24.51 (requiring certification of Personal Communication Services transmitters); 47 C.F.R. § 27.51 (requiring certification of Miscellaneous Wireless Communications Services transmitters); 47
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  • C.F.R. § 15.323(c)(2). This section specifies a monitoring threshold of 30 dB above the thermal noise floor for a bandwidth equivalent to the emission bandwidth for a device. While a precise emission bandwidth is not specified, this section specifies channel bandwidths of 1.25 MHz. Other numbers may well be appropriate in bands with other sharing scenarios. See 47 C.F.R. § 2.1091 and 2.1093. See generally Rural NPRM at 7, para. 10. Secondary Markets R&O/FNPRM at 37, para. 84. See generally id. at 84, paras. 221-23. Proc. 31st Telecommunications Policy Research Conference (TPRC), Sept. 2003. . The Commission's statutory authority limits its jurisdiction to the regulation of non-federal entities. Use of spectrum by federal entities is managed by the National Telecommunications and
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  • rules require licensees to restrict all transmissions to the minimum practical transmission time and that communications involving the imminent safety of life or property are to be accorded priority to all licensees. As noted earlier, the Control Channel Standard is still under development. RF Exposure OBUs may operate as either a mobile or a portable transmitter with respect to Sections 2.1091 and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules to comply with RF exposure requirements. In mobile configurations, OBU antennas are normally mounted on vehicles where the antennas can be located with sufficient distance from passengers for meeting RF exposure requirements. A separation distance of 50 cm between the antenna and persons is necessary at the maximum output of 30 W EIRP to
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  • that in some cases licensees may refrain from entering into such transactions to preclude potential competitors. We seek comment on whether high transaction costs or anti-competitive motivations will hinder such transactions. RF Safety The Coalition states that to implement its proposed approach, we should amend our RF emissions rules. More specifically, the Coalition contends that we should amend Sections 1.1307(b)(2), 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c) to include MDS and ITFS services. The Commission considers RF safety procedures to be essential in protecting human beings from excessive exposure to RF energy. Accordingly, we seek comment on whether and how we should amend the RF safety rules. North American Datum (NAD) 83 Coordinate Data The Coalition notes that our rules require the submission of different
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  • that in some cases licensees may refrain from entering into such transactions to preclude potential competitors. We seek comment on whether high transaction costs or anti-competitive motivations will hinder such transactions. RF Safety The Coalition states that to implement its proposed approach, we should amend our RF emissions rules. More specifically, the Coalition contends that we should amend Sections 1.1307(b)(2), 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c) to include MDS and ITFS services. The Commission considers RF safety procedures to be essential in protecting human beings from excessive exposure to RF energy. Accordingly, we seek comment on whether and how we should amend the RF safety rules. North American Datum (NAD) 83 Coordinate Data The Coalition notes that our rules require the submission of different
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  • proposes a transmitter power output (TPO) limit of 33 dBm (2 watts), which would appear to provide a sufficient amount of power and the in-building penetration required. Therefore, we adopt Motorola's power limit proposals based on a spectral power density limit of 20 dBm per 1 MHz along with the antenna gain limits. Threshold Levels for Routine Environmental Evaluation. Sections 2.1091 and 2.1093 of our rules list services and devices for which an environmental evaluation for RF exposure must be routinely performed. DCCTO argues that power limits should be limited to values compatible with the RF exposure limits defined by the FCC to protect on-scene personnel. We agree. Therefore, we will require that mobile and portable equipment for use in the
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  • product as defined in §73.9000(j) of the Commission's rules, were to be incorporated into such devices, they would be required to comply with the Commission's DTV redistribution control rules. See 47 C.F.R. subpart M; see also Digital Broadcast Content Protection, 18 FCC Rcd 23, 550 (2003). for additional information. See 47 C.F.R. § 15.247(b)(3). See 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b) and 2.1091. For example, under one possible implementation of this approach, the ``control'' signal concept could be combined with the geo-location capability of the fixed/access device to provide an automated frequency coordination process for fixed/access devices. Under this approach, a broadcaster using appropriate computational software could transmit control information that described channel availability in various portions of its service area. In particular,
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  • given the ability of licensed operation to co-exist with unlicensed operations in the 2500-2655 MHz band, we see no reason to maintain this restriction in this band. RF Safety The Coalition's proposal for revisions to the 2500-2690 MHz band includes a recommendation that we amend our RF Safety rules. More specifically, the Coalition contends that we should amend Sections 1.1307(b)(2), 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c) to include MDS and ITFS services. These Rules were enacted pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act in order to assure the protection of human health and safety from radio frequency radiation exposure. The Commission considers RF safety procedures to be essential in protecting human beings from excessive exposure to RF energy. Accordingly, we sought comment on whether
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  • Given that the exposure guidelines for 1710-1755 and 2110-2155 MHz bands are the same as those for spectrum at 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz, we tentatively conclude that the threshold for environmental review of fixed transmission facilities should be an ERP greater than 1000 watts, and that we should make any necessary modifications to sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz bands. Evaluation of mobile and portable devices in these bands will follow the rules adopted in sections 2.1091 and 2.1093, respectively. We seek comment on this tentative conclusion. Other Technical Rules; Canadian and Mexican Coordination Other Technical Rules:
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  • Service, the Wireless Communications Service, the Maritime Services (ship earth stations only), the Specialized Mobile Radio Service, and the 3650MHz Wireless Broadband Service authorized under Subpart H of parts 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 80, and 90 of this chapter are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in Sec. Sec. 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter. Unlicensed PCS, unlicensed NII and millimeter wave devices are also subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in Sec. Sec. 15.253(f), 15.255(g), 15.319(i), and 15.407(f) of this chapter. Portable transmitting equipment for use in the Wireless Medical Telemetry Service (WMTS) is subject to routine environment evaluation
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  • to preclude the transmission of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive codes used by certain digital technologies to complete frame or burst intervals. Applicants shall include in their application for equipment authorization a description of how this requirement is met. (d) TV band devices are subject to the radio frequency radiation exposure requirements specified in §§ 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. All equipment shall be considered to operate in a "general population/uncontrolled" environment. Applications for equipment authorization of devices operating under this section must contain a statement confirming compliance with these requirements for both fundamental emissions and unwanted emissions. Technical information showing the basis for this statement must be submitted to the Commission upon
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  • any other proposals that would provide more flexibility to M-LMS than current rules. We also seek comment on whether allowing these stations to operate using such technologies at higher power levels than permitted generally under Section 15.247 would raise any questions related to human exposure to electromagnetic radiation and whether they therefore should be subject to the procedures of Sections 2.1091 and 2.1093. C. M-LMS Spectrum Aggregation Limit The Commission's Part 90 M-LMS rules provide that within an EA, a licensee may aggregate M-LMS spectrum in Blocks B (2.25 megahertz) and C (5.75 megahertz), for a total of 8 megahertz, but spectrum Block A (6 megahertz) may not be aggregated with these other blocks. We note that when the Commission adopted
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  • that the exposure guidelines for the 2110-2155 MHz band are the same as those for spectrum at 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz, we propose that the threshold for environmental review of fixed transmission facilities should, as a result, be an ERP greater than 1000 Watts, and that we should make any necessary modifications to sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of our rules to include services and devices applicable to the 2155-2175 MHz band. Evaluation of mobile and portable devices in these bands will follow the rules adopted in sections 2.1091 and 2.1093, respectively. We seek comment on this proposal. Other Technical Rules; Canadian and Mexican Coordination Other Technical Rules: The application of general provisions of Part 27
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  • be met before a transmitter is authorized for operation under Section 15.231. For instance, data transmission is prohibited, except for operation under Section 15.231(e), in which case there are separate field strength level and timing requirements. Compliance with these requirements must be assured. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements. For example, FCC Rules in Sections 2.1091, 2.1093 and specific Sections of Part 15, including 15.319(i), 15.407(f), 15.253(f), 15.255(g) and 15.257(g) require that applicants for authorization of Unlicensed PCS, U-NII and millimeter wave devices perform a routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure to demonstrate compliance. In addition, applicants for authorization of spread spectrum transmitters operating under Section 15.247 are required to address RF exposure compliance in accordance
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  • days of the Commission's order [adopting new location accuracy standards], an industry group to evaluate methodologies for assessing wireless E9-1-1 location accuracy for calls originating indoors and report back to the Commission within one year.'' Id. See Verizon Wireless November 3, 2008 Ex Parte Letter at 2. See id. 42 U.S.C. §§ 4321 et seq. 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093. Responsibility of the Federal Communications Commission to Consider Biological Effects of Radiofrequency Radiation when Authorizing the Use of Radiofrequency Devices; Potential Effects of a Reduction in the Allowable Level of Radiofrequency Radiation on FCC-Authorized Communications Services and Equipment, Report and Order, 100 FCC 2d 543 (1985) (``RF Report & Order''); on reconsideration, FCC 85-467, 58 RR 2d 1128 (Aug.
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  • cannot rely on these techniques but is near a fixed device or another personal/portable device that can act as a master, it could operate in client mode if it makes contact with a master station. With respect to RF exposure, we first observe that personal/portable TV band devices could operate as either ``mobile'' or ``portable'' devices as defined in Sections 2.1091 and 2.1093 of the rules, respectively. Under Section 2.1091, a mobile device is a transmitter designed to be used in other than fixed locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter's radiating structure(s) and the body of the user or other nearby persons.
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  • at 10. April 700 MHz Order, 22 FCC Rcd at 8103; see also August 700 MHz Order, 22 FCC Rcd at 15417-18. See, e.g., April 700 MHz Order, 22 FCC Rcd at 8103. As we explain above (see supra note 100), licensees will remain subject to our existing environmental regulations. See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307 and 1.1310; id. § 2.1091 (governing RF radiation exposure evaluation specifically for mobile devices); id. § 2.1093 (governing RF radiation exposure evaluation specifically for portable devices). This requirement applies to PCS/AWS base stations and mobile/portable units alike. We also clarify that the calculation method that AWS licensees must use if they choose to continue measuring power in terms of peak values rather than average is
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  • in § 2.1093 of this chapter by finite difference time domain computational modeling or laboratory measurement techniques. Where a showing is based on computational modeling, the Commission retains the discretion to request that specific absorption rate measurement data be submitted. All other mobile, portable, and unlicensed transmitting devices are categorically excluded from routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure under §§ 2.1091, 2.1093 of this chapter except as specified in paragraphs (c) and (d) of this section. * * * * * PART 2 - FREQUENCY ALLOCATIONS AND RADIO TREATY MATTERS; GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS The authority citation for part 2 continues to read as follows: Authority: 47 U.S.C. 154, 302a, 303, and 336, unless otherwise noted. Section 2.106, the Table of
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  • provide an environmental assessment and a plan of mitigation of radiation exposure to the extent required to meet those guidelines. We adopt a rule requiring VMES terminals that operate in the United States to be installed by qualified installers and properly labeled. We do not require equipment certification. Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard Requirements VMES Terminals as Mobile Devices Background. Section 2.1091 of the rules makes Part 25 mobile devices operating at frequencies above 1.5 GHz with an effective radiated power (``ERP'') of 3 watts or greater subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use. Section 2.1091 defines a ``mobile device'' as a transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed locations and generally
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  • seek comment on all aspects of this proposal. All GMRS stations, including portable devices, are currently categorically excluded from routine evaluation of human RF exposure. The Commission's decision to categorically exclude GMRS transmitters was based on certain assumptions concerning their operating configurations in mobile exposure conditions (e.g., vehicular mobile installation where the antenna is away from the body, see § 2.1091) combined with a low transmit duty cycle (ratio of transmit time to receive time), particularly for ``push-to-talk'' type operations. As noted above, our current rules have allowed the manufacture of hand-held GMRS transceivers that typically operate at power levels between one and five watts ERP. Because these portable GMRS devices are intended for use by the general public, the Commission
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  • 5, 2010 by searching the equipment authorization database at http://www.fcc.gov/oet.ea for GMRS handheld portable radios. 67SeeIndustry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS-210 at A6.2.4. 6847 C.F.R. § 2.1093. 7663 Federal Communications Commission FCC 10-106 transmitters was based on certain assumptions concerning their operating configurations in mobile exposure conditions (e.g., vehicular mobile installation where the antenna is away from the body, see §2.1091) combined with a low transmit duty cycle (ratio of transmit time to receive time), particularly for "push-to-talk" type operations.69As noted above, our current rules have allowed the manufacture of hand- held GMRS transceivers that typically operate at power levels between one and five watts ERP. Because these portable GMRS devices are intended for use by the general public, the Commission
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  • frequency (RF) exposure evaluation, a mobile device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter's radiating structure(s) and the body of the user or nearby persons. 47 C.F.R. § 2.1091. A portable device is defined as a transmitting device where the radiating structure(s) of the device is/are within 20 centimeters of the body of the user. 47 C.F.R. § 2.1093. TDD is a radio communications technology where a single radio frequency band is divided into timeslots and used for uplink (i.e., user device) and downlink (i.e., base station) transmissions. Duty
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  • radio frequency (RF) exposure evaluation, a mobile device is defined as a transmitting devicedesigned to be used in other than fixed locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter's radiating structure(s) and the body of the user or nearby persons. 47 C.F.R. § 2.1091. A portable device is defined as a transmitting device where the radiating structure(s) of the device is/are within 20 centimeters of the body of the user. 47C.F.R.§2.1093. 2TDD is a radio communications technology where a single radio frequency band is divided into timeslots and used for uplink (i.e., user device) and downlink (i.e., base station) transmissions. 3Duty cycle (also known
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  • MedRadio is listed in these sections, we do not need to amend these rules. ARRL Comments at 10. , supra. See NPRM, 24 FCC Rcd at 3458 para. 49. See also 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.1093, 1.1307, 95.1221. Section 2.1093 defines ``portable devices'' as devices that are used within 20 cm of the body of the user. See 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.1091. Section 2.1091 defines ``mobile devices'' as devices other than those to be operated at a fixed location and are used more than 20 cm away from the body of the user. NPRM at 3458-59 paras. 50-55; 47 C.F.R. §§ 95.1203-07, 95.1215-19. 47 C.F.R. § 95.603(f). 47 C.F.R. §§ 95.1203, 95.1205. CB radio operation is operation is permitted in any area
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  • to be used so that the radiating structure(s) is/are within 20 centimeters of the user or other persons, as defined for portable devices in section 2.1093(b). Thus, we propose to permit only fixed and mobile signal boosters, which will be governed by the RF exposure rules regarding how the devices are deployed. The RF exposure rules in sections 1.1307 and 2.1091 outline exposure limits, equipment authorization requirements, and other regulatory requirements that are based on the type of device, how it is deployed or used, the power of its transmissions, and the proximity of its antenna and radiating structures to a person's body. To maintain RF exposure compliance, the operation of signal boosters can be highly dependent on how they are
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  • over the temperature range -20 to +50 degrees Celsius with an input voltage variation of 85% to 115% of rated input voltage, unless justification is presented to demonstrate otherwise. (e) Regardless of the power density levels permitted under this section, devices operating under the provisions of this section are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in §§ 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. Applications for equipment authorization of devices operating under this section must contain a statement confirming compliance with these requirements for both fundamental emissions and unwanted emissions. Technical information showing the basis for this statement must be submitted to the Commission upon request. APPENDIX B Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis As required by the Regulatory
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  • The equipment authorization rules generally require all test reports to be signed by the person who performed or supervised the tests. See 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.911(d) and (e). The party responsible for equipment compliance must retain a copy of the ECIG Implementation Guide test results, as specified in section 2.938. See 47 C.F.R. § 2.938 See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c) (requiring that certification applications for mobile and portable devices, respectively, associated with various services to include with their certification applications a statement confirming compliance with applicable radiofrequency radiation exposure limits); 47 C.F.R. § 80.231(e) (requiring that certification applications for maritime Class B Automatic Identification System equipment include a letter from the U.S. Coast Guard stating that the device
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  • 24 GHz in the United States will be subject to any agreements reached with Canada and Mexico. We are in the process of holding discussions with these countries to determine the types of coordination that would be necessary. 2. RF Safety 41. We propose that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which lists the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. We tentatively conclude that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure should be required in the case of fixed operations, including base stations, when the effective radiated power (ERP) is greater than 1,000 watts. 42. We propose to treat services and
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  • and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. See Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 519-20, ¶ 106; see also Upper 700 MHz MO&O and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 521-22, ¶ 111. See supra para. 43. These existing requirements are found in 47 CFR §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093. See supra paras. 4, 14. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 494, ¶ 43 n.95 (``The provision of new broadcast-type services compliant with Part 27 technical standards does not alter the underlying nature of such services, or the licensee's related regulatory and statutory obligations.'') (emphasis added). The Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order
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  • proposed transmitting facilities for which licensees and applicants are required to conduct an initial, routine environmental evaluation to determine whether these transmitting facilities comply with our RF guidelines.29 See 47 CFR § 1.1307(b)(1). Our rules also identify certain types of mobile and portable transmitting devices that are subject to routine environmental evaluation prior to equipment authorization. See 47 CFR §§ 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c). As for transmitting facilities and devices not specifically identified under 47 CFR §§ 1.1307(b)(1), 2.1091(c) or 2.1093(c), we have determined, based on calculations, measurement data, and other information, that such transmitting facilities offer little potential for causing exposure in excess of the applicable guidelines, and thus have "categorically excluded" those transmitters from the initial, routine environmental evaluation requirement.30
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  • limit. Emissions in the band 1559-1605 MHz shall be limited to -70 dBW / MHz averaged over any 20 millisecond period for wideband signals, and a standard of -80 dBW across within the measurement bandwidth of 700 Hz or less for narrowband signals. (d) Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in § 1.1307(b), § 2.1091 and § 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. Applications for equipment authorization of mobile or portable devices operating under this section shall contain a statement confirming compliance with these requirements for both fundamental emissions and unwanted emissions. Technical information showing the basis for this statement shall be submitted to the Commission upon request. (e) Equipment authorizations issued pursuant to this
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  • Communications Services, the General Wireless Communications Service, the Wireless Communications Service, the Maritime Services (ship earth stations only) and the Specialized Mobile Radio Service authorized under Subpart H of Parts 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 80, and 90 of this chapter are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in §§ 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter. Unlicensed PCS, unlicensed NII and millimeter wave devices are also subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in §§ 15.253(f), 15.255(g), 15.319(i), and 15.407(f) of this chapter. Portable transmitting equipment for use in the Wireless Medical Telemetry Service (WMTS) is subject to routine environment evaluation as
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  • interference as a general matter.121 To implement sharing between conventional broadcast and other commercial services, different interference limits may be indicated. We request comment on this proposal and any other emission limits that commenters believe are appropriate. 3.RF Safety 70. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules122 subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must Federal Communications Commission FCC 99-97 123 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b), 2.1091, 2.1093. The RF radiation exposure limits are set forth in 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093, as modified in Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radiofrequency Radiation, ET Docket
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  • operations, we believe that the OOBE limits we adopt herein will limit such occurrences, and that in adopting these limits we have satisfied the Congressional concern to ensure that public safety licensees are protected from interference. RF Safety/Power Limits Background. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. In adopting the rule, we concluded that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure are required for applicants desiring to use the following types of transmitters: (1) fixed operations, including base stations and radiolocation transmitters, when the effective radiated power (ERP)
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  • the 30 megahertz spectrum, we will permit users in adjoining areas to agree to alternate field strengths at their common border to provide users increased flexibility in implementing their systems without increasing the risk of harmful interference. RF Safety/Power Limits. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. In the 700 MHz First Report and Order, we adopted a threshold of 1000 w ERP for categorical exclusion from routine evaluation for RF exposure for base and fixed stations. We adopt this threshold for base and fixed stations in the Guard Bands, as well. As with the 30 megahertz block, the threshold for
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  • leasing or offering for sale or lease, any radio frequency device unless ... [i]n the case of a device that is subject to certification, such device has been authorized by the Commission in accordance with the rules in this chapter and is properly identified and labeled as required by 2.925 and other relevant sections in this chapter. Pursuant to Section 2.1091 of the Rules,7 certain mobile devices,8 such as the DBA-819 amplifier, that operate in the cellular and PCS services are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF radiation exposure prior to equipment authorization or use.9 Applications for equipment authorization of such mobile devices subject to routine environmental evaluation must contain a statement confirming compliance with the maximum permissible exposure limits
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  • frequencies of 300 kHz to 100 GHz. In addition, the Commission adopted the specific absorption rate (SAR) limits for devices operating within close proximity to the body as specified within the ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 guidelines. (See [40]Report and Order, FCC 96-326) The Commission's requirements are detailed in Parts 1 and 2 of the FCC's Rules and Regulations [47 C.F.R. 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093]. The potential hazards associated with RF electromagnetic fields are discussed in [41]OET Bulletin No. 56, "Questions and Answers About the Biological Effects and Potential Hazards of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields." [42]More Info.... Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Human Exposure to RF * [43]Radiofrequency Energy FAQs This section contains answers to the most frequently asked questions received by the Commission concerning RF
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  • are expected to be adopted shortly in a Report and Order Federal Communications Commission FCC 97-50 See Establishment of Rules and Policies for the Digital Audio Radio Satellite Service in the 2310-2360 MHz Frequency 338 Band, IB Docket No. 95-91, GEN Docket No. 90-357, Notice of Proposed Rule Making, 11 FCC Rcd 1 (1995). See 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1301, 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093. The RF radiation exposure limits are set forth in 47 C.F.R. 339 §§ 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093, as applicable. For the purposes of our RF safety rules, mobile devices are defined as transmitters designed to be used in other than fixed 340 locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at
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  • disaggregation. (4) Signal Levels. For purposes of partitioning and disaggregation, WCS systems must be designed so as not to exceed a signal level of 47 dBµV/m at the Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radio licensee's service area boundary, unless the affected frequency radiation exposure requirements specified in adjacent service area licensees have agreed to a different sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of this chapter, as signal level. See section 27.55. appropriate. Applications for equipment authorization of (c) Unjust Enrichment. mobile or portable devices operating under this section (1) Bidding Credits. Licensees that received must contain a statement confirming compliance with a bidding credit and partition their licenses or these requirements for both fundamental emissions and disaggregate their spectrum to
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  • applicant for certification is required to submit a statement affirming that the equipment complies with these standards as measured by an approved method and to maintain a record showing the basis for the statement of compliance with IEEE C.95.1- 1991. § 24.52 RF hazards. Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in § 1.1307(b), § 2.1091 and § 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. Applications for equipment authorization of mobile or portable devices operating under this section must contain a statement confirming compliance with these requirements for both fundamental emissions and unwanted emissions. Technical information showing the basis for this statement must be submitted to the Commission upon request. § 24.53 Calculation of height above average
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  • operations, we believe that the OOBE limits we adopt herein will limit such occurrences, and that in adopting these limits we have satisfied the Congressional concern to ensure that public safety licensees are protected from interference. RF Safety/Power Limits Background. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. In adopting the rule, we concluded that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure are required for applicants desiring to use the following types of transmitters: (1) fixed operations, including base stations and radiolocation transmitters, when the effective radiated power (ERP)
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  • the 30 megahertz spectrum, we will permit users in adjoining areas to agree to alternate field strengths at their common border to provide users increased flexibility in implementing their systems without increasing the risk of harmful interference. RF Safety/Power Limits. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. In the 700 MHz First Report and Order, we adopted a threshold of 1000 w ERP for categorical exclusion from routine evaluation for RF exposure for base and fixed stations. We adopt this threshold for base and fixed stations in the Guard Bands, as well. As with the 30 megahertz block, the threshold for
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  • the Notice, the Commission proposed to require that facilities and devices operating in the Lower 700 MHz Band be subject to the existing RF safety criteria and procedures applicable to facilities and devices having similar technical parameters and operating characteristics.312 Section 27.52 of the Commission's rules313 subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's rules,314 which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. Other than Qwest's general support for the adoption of existing Part 27 technical rules, no other party to this 307 See supra Section III.B.2.a.i. 308 When applicable, this requirement includes notification to Part 27 commercial and guard band manager licensees
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  • supports the application of our Part 27 technical rule standards with two significant exceptions: 1) the threshold levels for routine environmental evaluations listed in Section 1.1307 of our rules, and 2) the applicability of AM disturbance requirements of Section 27.63 of our rules.375 We consider each of ArrayComm's proposals in turn. 113. Threshold Levels for Routine Environmental Evaluation. Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of our rules list services and devices for which an environmental evaluation for RF exposure must be routinely performed.376 Section 1.1307(b) requires an environmental evaluation for all Part 27 fixed stations operating at an EIRP of 1640 watts or greater.377 Sections 2.1091 and 2.1093 require routine environmental evaluation for all Part 27 mobile and portable devices.378 ArrayComm requests
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  • Further, we proposed to remove the current 80 km coordination distance, and instead require that 24 GHz band licensees coordinate their facilities whenever their facilities have line-of-sight into other 24 GHz band licensees' facilities or are within the same geographic area. We also proposed that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. Emission Mask Many commenters suggest that the proposed emission mask requirement in Section 101.111(a)(5) is inappropriate for the 24 GHz band and request that we instead apply the emission mask set forth in Section 101.111(a)(2)(ii) of our Rules. One commenter notes that the proposed mask is too lax with regard to channel roll off
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  • Personal Communications Services (PCS), the Satellite Communications Services, the Maritime Services (ship earth stations only) and covered Specialized Mobile Radio Service providers authorized under subpart H of part 22, part 24, part 25, part 80, and part 90 of this chapter are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in §§ 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter. All unlicensed PCS and millimeter wave devices are also subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in § 15.253(f), § 15.255(g), and § 15.319(i) of this chapter. All other mobile, portable, and unlicensed transmitting devices are categorically excluded from routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure under
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  • tiersintermsof"environments,"onefor"controlled"environmentsandtheotherfor "uncontrolled"environments.Overabroadrangeoffrequencies,NCRPexposurelimitsfor thepublicaregenerallyone-fifththoseforworkersintermsofpowerdensity.9 TheNCRPandANSI/IEEEexposurecriteriaidentifythesamethresholdlevelat whichharmfulbiologicaleffectsmayoccur,andthevaluesforMaximumPermissible Exposure(MPE)recommendedforelectricandmagneticfieldstrengthandpowerdensityin 8TheTelecommunicationsActof1996,enactedonFebruary8,1996,requiredthat:"Within180daysafterthe enactmentofthisAct,theCommissionshallcompleteactioninETDocket93-62toprescribeandmakeeffective rulesregardingtheenvironmentaleffectsofradiofrequencyemissions."SeeSection704(b)ofthe TelecommunicationsActof1996,Pub.L.No.104-104,110Stat.56(1996). 9 TheFCCadoptedlimitsforfieldstrengthandpowerdensitythatarebasedonSections17.4.1and17.4.2, andthetime-averagingprovisionsofSections17.4.1.1and17.4.3,of"BiologicalEffectsandExposureCriteriafor RadiofrequencyElectromagneticFields,"NCRPReportNo.86,forfrequenciesbetween300kHzand100GHz (Reference34).Withtheexceptionoflimitsonexposuretopowerdensityabove1500MHz,andlimitsforexposure tolowerfrequencymagneticfields,theseMPElimitsarealsobasedontheguidelinesdevelopedbytheIEEEand adoptedbyANSI.SeeSection4.1ofANSI/IEEEC95.1-1992,"SafetyLevelswithRespecttoHumanExposureto RadioFrequencyElectromagneticFields,3kHzto300GHz"(Reference3). 12 bothdocumentsarebasedonthisthresholdlevel.10Inaddition,boththeANSI/IEEEand NCRPguidelinesarefrequencydependent,basedonfindings(discussedearlier)thatwhole- bodyhumanabsorptionofRFenergyvarieswiththefrequencyoftheRFsignal.Themost restrictivelimitsonexposureareinthefrequencyrangeof30-300MHzwherethehuman bodyabsorbsRFenergymostefficientlywhenexposedinthefarfieldofanRFtransmitting source.AlthoughtheANSI/IEEEandNCRPguidelinesdifferathigherandlower frequencies,atfrequenciesusedbythemajorityofFCClicenseestheMPElimitsare essentiallythesameregardlessofwhetherANSI/IEEEorNCRPguidelinesareused. Mostradiofrequencysafetylimitsaredefinedintermsoftheelectricandmagnetic fieldstrengthsaswellasintermsofpowerdensity.Forlowerfrequencies,limitsaremore meaningfullyexpressedintermsofelectricandmagneticfieldstrengthvalues,andthe indicatedpowerdensitiesareactually"far-fieldequivalent"powerdensityvalues.Thelatter arelistedforcomparisonpurposesandbecausesomeinstrumentationusedformeasuringRF fieldsiscalibratedintermsoffar-fieldorplane-waveequivalentpowerdensity.Athigher frequencies,andwhenoneisactuallyinthe"farfield"ofaradiationsource,itisusuallyonly necessarytoevaluatepowerdensity.InthefarfieldofanRFtransmitterpowerdensityand fieldstrengtharerelatedbystandardmathematicalequations.11 TheexposurelimitsadoptedbytheFCCin1996expressedintermsofelectricand magneticfieldstrengthandpowerdensityfortransmittersoperatingatfrequenciesfrom300 kHzto100GHzareshowninTable1.TheFCCalsoadoptedlimitsforlocalized("partial body")absorptionintermsofSAR,showninTable2,thatapplytocertainportable transmittingdevicessuchashand-heldcellulartelephones.12 10 Theseexposurelimitsarebasedoncriteriaquantifiedintermsofspecificabsorptionrate(SAR).SARisa measureoftherateatwhichthebodyabsorbsRFenergy.BoththeANSI/IEEEandNCRPexposurecriteriaare basedonadeterminationthatpotentiallyharmfulbiologicaleffectscanoccuratanSARlevelof4W/kgasaveraged overthewhole-body.Appropriatesafetyfactorshavebeenincorporatedtoarriveatlimitsforbothwhole-body exposure(0.4W/kgfor"controlled"or"occupational"exposureand0.08W/kgfor"uncontrolled"or"general population"exposure,respectively)andforpartial-body(localizedSAR),suchasmightoccurintheheadoftheuser ofahand-heldcellulartelephone.ThenewMPElimitsaremoreconservativeinsomecasesthanthelimitsspecified byANSIin1982.However,thesemoreconservativelimitsdonotarisefromafundamentalchangeintheSAR thresholdforharm,butfromaprecautionarydesiretoaddanadditionalmarginofsafetyforexposureofthepublic orexposurein"uncontrolled'environments. 11 SeeOETBulletin65(Reference57)fordetails. 12TheseguidelinesarebasedonthoserecommendedbyANSI/IEEEandNCRP.SeeSections4.2.1and4.2.2 ofANSI/IEEEC95.1-1992andSection17.4.5ofNCRPReportNo.86.Forpurposesofevaluation,theFCChas designatedthesedevicesaseither"portable"or"mobile"dependingonhowtheyaretobeused.Portabledevicesare normallythoseusedwithin20centimetersofthebodyandmustbeevaluatedwithrespecttoSARlimits.Mobile devicesarenormallyused20centimetersormoreawayfromthebodyandcanbeevaluatedintermsofeitherSAR orfieldintensity.DetailedinformationonFCCrequirementsforevaluatingportableandmobiledevicescanbe foundinOETBulletin65andintheFCC'sRulesandRegulations,47CFR2.1091and2.1093. 13 TimeAveragingofExposure TheNCRPandANSI/IEEEexposurecriteriaandmostotherstandardsspecify "time-averaged"MPElimits.Thismeansthatitispermissibletoexceedtherecommended limitsforshortperiodsoftimeaslongastheaverageexposure(overtheappropriateperiod specified)doesnotexceedthelimit.Forexample,Table1showsthatforafrequencyof100 MHztherecommendedpowerdensitylimitis1mW/cm2withanaveragingtimeofsix minutes(anysix-minuteperiod)foroccupational/controlledexposure. Thetime-averagingconceptcanbeillustratedasfollowsforexposureinaworkplace environment.Thesumoftheproduct(orproducts)oftheactualexposurelevel(s)multiplied bytheactualtime(s)ofexposuremustnotbegreaterthantheallowed(average)exposure limittimesthespecifiedaveragingtime.Therefore,for100MHz,exposureat2mW/cm2 wouldbepermittedforthreeminutesinanysix-minuteperiodaslongasduringthe remainingthreeminutesofthesix-minuteperiodtheexposurewasatornear"zero"levelof exposure.Therefore,inthisexample: (2mW/cm2)X(3min.)+(0mW/cm2)X(3min.)=(1mW/cm2)X(6min.) Ofcourse,othercombinationsofpowerdensityandtimearepossible.Itisvery importanttorememberthattimeaveragingofexposureisonlynecessaryorrelevantfor situationswheretemporaryexposuresmightoccurthatareinexcessoftheabsolutelimitsfor powerdensityorfieldstrength.Thesesituationsusuallyonlyoccurinworkplace environmentswhereexposurecanbemonitoredandcontrolled.Forgeneral population/uncontrolledexposures,sayinaresidentialneighborhood,itisseldompossibleto havesufficientinformationorcontrolregardinghowlongpeopleareexposed,andaveraging ofexposureoverthedesignatedtimeperiod(30minutes)isnormallynotappropriate.For suchpublicexposuresituations,theMPElimitsnormallyapplyforcontinuousexposure.In otherwords,aslongastheabsolutelimitsarenotexceeded,indefiniteexposureisallowed. InducedandContactCurrents Inadditiontolimitsonfieldstrength,powerdensityandSAR,somestandardsforRF exposurehaveincorporatedlimitsforcurrentsinducedinthehumanbodybyRFfields.For example,the1992ANSI/IEEEstandard(Reference3),includesspecificrestrictionsthatapply to"induced"and"contact"currents(thelatter,whichappliesto"grasping"contact,ismore relatedtoshockandburnhazards).ThelimitsonRFcurrentsarebasedonexperimentaldata showingthatexcessiveSARlevelscanbecreatedinthebodyduetothepresenceofthese currents.Inits1996OrderadoptingnewRFexposureguidelinestheFCCdeclinedtoadopt limitsoninducedandcontactcurrentsdueprimarilytothedifficultyofreliablydetermining compliance,eitherbypredictionmethodsorbydirectmeasurement.However,theFCCmay reconsiderthisdecisioninthefuturebecauseofthedevelopmentofnewinstrumentationand analyticaltechniquesthatmaybemorereliableindicatorsofexposure. 14 Table1.FCCLimitsforMaximumPermissibleExposure(MPE) (A)LimitsforOccupational/ControlledExposure ______________________________________________________________________________ Frequency ElectricField MagneticField PowerDensityAveragingTime Range Strength(E) Strength(H) (S) E 2, H 2orS (MHz) (V/m) (A/m) (mW/cm2) (minutes) ______________________________________________________________________________
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  • and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. See Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 519-20, ¶ 106; see also Upper 700 MHz MO&O and FNPRM at ¶¶ 21-27. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 521-22, ¶ 111. See supra para. 43. These existing requirements are found in 47 CFR §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093. See supra paras. 4, 14. Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 494, ¶ 43 n.95 (``The provision of new broadcast-type services compliant with Part 27 technical standards does not alter the underlying nature of such services, or the licensee's related regulatory and statutory obligations.'') (emphasis added). The Upper 700 MHz First Report and Order
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  • Personal Communications Services (PCS), the Satellite Communications Services, the Maritime Services (ship earth stations only) and covered Specialized Mobile Radio Service providers authorized under subpart H of part 22, part 24, part 25, part 80, and part 90 of this chapter are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in §§ 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter. All unlicensed PCS and millimeter wave devices are also subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in § 15.253(f), § 15.255(g), and § 15.319(i) of this chapter. All other mobile, portable, and unlicensed transmitting devices are categorically excluded from routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure under
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  • proposed transmitting facilities for which licensees and applicants are required to conduct an initial, routine environmental evaluation to determine whether these transmitting facilities comply with our RF guidelines.29 See 47 CFR § 1.1307(b)(1). Our rules also identify certain types of mobile and portable transmitting devices that are subject to routine environmental evaluation prior to equipment authorization. See 47 CFR §§ 2.1091(c) and 2.1093(c). As for transmitting facilities and devices not specifically identified under 47 CFR §§ 1.1307(b)(1), 2.1091(c) or 2.1093(c), we have determined, based on calculations, measurement data, and other information, that such transmitting facilities offer little potential for causing exposure in excess of the applicable guidelines, and thus have "categorically excluded" those transmitters from the initial, routine environmental evaluation requirement.30
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  • limit. Emissions in the band 1559-1605 MHz shall be limited to -70 dBW / MHz averaged over any 20 millisecond period for wideband signals, and a standard of -80 dBW across within the measurement bandwidth of 700 Hz or less for narrowband signals. (d) Licensees and manufacturers are subject to the radiofrequency radiation exposure requirements specified in § 1.1307(b), § 2.1091 and § 2.1093 of this chapter, as appropriate. Applications for equipment authorization of mobile or portable devices operating under this section shall contain a statement confirming compliance with these requirements for both fundamental emissions and unwanted emissions. Technical information showing the basis for this statement shall be submitted to the Commission upon request. (e) Equipment authorizations issued pursuant to this
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  • Communications Services, the General Wireless Communications Service, the Wireless Communications Service, the Maritime Services (ship earth stations only) and the Specialized Mobile Radio Service authorized under Subpart H of Parts 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 80, and 90 of this chapter are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in §§ 2.1091 and 2.1093 of this chapter. Unlicensed PCS, unlicensed NII and millimeter wave devices are also subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure prior to equipment authorization or use, as specified in §§ 15.253(f), 15.255(g), 15.319(i), and 15.407(f) of this chapter. Portable transmitting equipment for use in the Wireless Medical Telemetry Service (WMTS) is subject to routine environment evaluation as
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  • we wish to draw the attention of terrestrial service equipment manufacturers and prospective bidders to the technical specifications, for Federal Government radiolocation systems that operate in the 3100-3700 MHz band, that are contained in the NTIA Radiolocation Report. RF Safety Section 27.52 of the Commission's rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. In adopting the rule, the Commission concluded that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure are required by applicants desiring to use the following types of transmitters: (1) fixed operations, including base stations and radiolocation transmitters, when the effective radiated power
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  • excluded from routine environmental evaluation for demonstrating RF exposure compliance with respect to MPE and/or SAR limits. These devices are not exempted from compliance. As indicated in Section 15.247(b)(4), these transmitters are required to operate in a manner that ensures that exposure to the public (users and nearby persons) does not exceed the Commission's RF exposure guidelines (see Sections 1.1307, 2.1091 and 2.1093). Unless a device operates at substantially low output power levels, with a low gain antenna(s), supporting information is generally needed to establish the various potential operating configurations and exposure conditions of a transmitter and its antenna(s), in order to determine compliance with the RF exposure guidelines. In order to demonstrate compliance with MPE requirements (see Section 2.1091), the
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  • met before a transmitter is authorized for operation under Section 15.231. For instance, data transmission is prohibited, except for operation under Section 15.231(e), in which case there are separate field strength level and timing requirements. Compliance with these requirements must be assured. 8. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements. For example, FCC Rules in Sections 2.1091, 2.1093 and specific Sections of Part 15, including 15.319(i), 15.407(f), 15.253(f) and 15.255(g), require that Unlicensed PCS, UNII and millimeter wave devices perform routine environmental evaluation for RF Exposure to demonstrate compliance. In addition, spread spectrum transmitters operating under Section 15.247 are required to address RF Exposure compliance in accordance with Section 15.247(b)(4). Modular transmitters approved under other Sections of
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  • satellite DARS. Use of the WCS spectrum for DARS services 337 Federal Communications Commission FCC 97-50 See Establishment of Rules and Policies for the Digital Audio Radio Satellite Service in the 2310-2360 MHz 338 Frequency Band, IB Docket No. 95-91, GEN Docket No. 90-357, Notice of Proposed Rule Making, 11 FCC Rcd 1 (1995). See 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1301, 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093. The RF radiation exposure limits are set forth in 47 339 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093, as applicable. For the purposes of our RF safety rules, mobile devices are defined as transmitters designed to be used in other than 340 fixed locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at
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  • interference as a general matter.121 To implement sharing between conventional broadcast and other commercial services, different interference limits may be indicated. We request comment on this proposal and any other emission limits that commenters believe are appropriate. 3.RF Safety 70. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules122 subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must Federal Communications Commission FCC 99-97 123 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b), 2.1091, 2.1093. The RF radiation exposure limits are set forth in 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093, as modified in Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radiofrequency Radiation, ET Docket
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  • 24 GHz in the United States will be subject to any agreements reached with Canada and Mexico. We are in the process of holding discussions with these countries to determine the types of coordination that would be necessary. 2. RF Safety 41. We propose that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which lists the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. We tentatively conclude that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure should be required in the case of fixed operations, including base stations, when the effective radiated power (ERP) is greater than 1,000 watts. 42. We propose to treat services and
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  • operations, we believe that the OOBE limits we adopt herein will limit such occurrences, and that in adopting these limits we have satisfied the Congressional concern to ensure that public safety licensees are protected from interference. RF Safety/Power Limits Background. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules, which list the services and devices for which an environmental evaluation must be performed. In adopting the rule, we concluded that routine environmental evaluations for RF exposure are required for applicants desiring to use the following types of transmitters: (1) fixed operations, including base stations and radiolocation transmitters, when the effective radiated power (ERP)
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  • the 30 megahertz spectrum, we will permit users in adjoining areas to agree to alternate field strengths at their common border to provide users increased flexibility in implementing their systems without increasing the risk of harmful interference. RF Safety/Power Limits. Section 27.52 of the Commission's Rules subjects licensees and manufacturers to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091, and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. In the 700 MHz First Report and Order, we adopted a threshold of 1000 w ERP for categorical exclusion from routine evaluation for RF exposure for base and fixed stations. We adopt this threshold for base and fixed stations in the Guard Bands, as well. As with the 30 megahertz block, the threshold for
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  • Further, we proposed to remove the current 80 km coordination distance, and instead require that 24 GHz band licensees coordinate their facilities whenever their facilities have line-of-sight into other 24 GHz band licensees' facilities or are within the same geographic area. We also proposed that licensees and manufacturers be subject to the RF radiation exposure requirements specified in Sections 1.1307(b), 2.1091 and 2.1093 of the Commission's Rules. Emission Mask Many commenters suggest that the proposed emission mask requirement in Section 101.111(a)(5) is inappropriate for the 24 GHz band and request that we instead apply the emission mask set forth in Section 101.111(a)(2)(ii) of our Rules. One commenter notes that the proposed mask is too lax with regard to channel roll off
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  • leasing or offering for sale or lease, any radio frequency device unless ... [i]n the case of a device that is subject to certification, such device has been authorized by the Commission in accordance with the rules in this chapter and is properly identified and labeled as required by 2.925 and other relevant sections in this chapter. Pursuant to Section 2.1091 of the Rules,7 certain mobile devices,8 such as the DBA-819 amplifier, that operate in the cellular and PCS services are subject to routine environmental evaluation for RF radiation exposure prior to equipment authorization or use.9 Applications for equipment authorization of such mobile devices subject to routine environmental evaluation must contain a statement confirming compliance with the maximum permissible exposure limits
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  • Order, 21 FCC Rcd 14212, 14220 (2006); CMP-Houston KC, LLC, Memorandum Opinion and Order, 23 FCC Rcd 10656, 10660 n.31 (2008), citing Cloud Nine Broadcasting, Inc., Letter, 10 FCC Rcd 11555, 11556 (1995). Filed on Mar. 10, 2009. The Lay/Moore Objection noted that it ``has the same concerns'' as Matthews and agrees with her comments. 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, and 2.1093. Third Matthews Objection at 2; 42 U.S.C. §§ 4321 et. seq. (1976). Second Matthews Objection at 2. Letter to the Honorable Lisa Murkowski from Julius P. Knapp, Chief, Office of Engineering and Technology (Jan. 6, 2009) (``First Congressional''); Letter to the Honorable Lisa Murkowski from Julius P. Knapp, Chief, Office of Engineering and Technology (May 12, 2009) (``Second
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  • frequencies of 300 kHz to 100 GHz. In addition, the Commission adopted the specific absorption rate (SAR) limits for devices operating within close proximity to the body as specified within the ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 guidelines. (See [40]Report and Order, FCC 96-326) The Commission's requirements are detailed in Parts 1 and 2 of the FCC's Rules and Regulations [47 C.F.R. 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093]. The potential hazards associated with RF electromagnetic fields are discussed in [41]OET Bulletin No. 56, "Questions and Answers About the Biological Effects and Potential Hazards of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields." [42]More Info.... Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Human Exposure to RF * [43]Radiofrequency Energy FAQs This section contains answers to the most frequently asked questions received by the Commission concerning RF
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  • at frequencies of 300 kHz to 100 GHz. In addition, the Commission adopted the specific absorption rate (SAR) limits for devices operating within close proximity to the body as specified within the ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 guidelines.(See [24]Report and Order, FCC 96-326) The Commission's requirements are detailed in Parts 1 and 2 of the FCC's Rules and Regulations [47 C.F.R. 1.1307(b), 1.1310, 2.1091, 2.1093]. Certain applicants are required to routinely perform an environmental evaluation with respect to determining compliance with the Commission's exposure limits. In the event that an applicant determines the site is not within compliance, the submission of an Environmental Analysis is required. The SAR limits for portable and mobile devices became effective August 7, 1996. The Commission's limits for field