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Comtronics can help you with frequency coordination and FCC licensing that includes: 2-way radio dispatch, SMR, GPS, UHF/VHF/800 MHz LTR, Commercial, Education, Industrial & Public Safety Systems. If you need more information about licensing or have a question, please contact us at 617-770-0212 or or by phone at 1-800-377-2929.
FCC Licensing Facts
What is the FCC?
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions.
Who is required to have an FCC license?
Almost all, commercial or public entity radios need to be licensed. The only exception to this rule is if you are an ERS trunking subscriber in where ERS already holds a license for you to use on our tower.
Are there penalties for using radio's without an FCC License?
Yes. FCC policy statement 91-217 (effective August 1, 1991) established fines of $8,000 per day for unlicensed and/or improperly licensed use of a radio system. There are various other fines that can also be charged.
Should I be concerned about all of the official looking solicitations I receive about FCC Licensing?
If you ever receive an FCC related solicitation and are concerned or confused about it, feel free to call or email us and we'll help you out.
As a licensed radio user, do I have to keep an official FCC rulebook on hand?
Yes. The FCC issued Public Notice #2280, which states that all licensees of Private Land Mobile Radio Service are required to obtain a current copy of the FCC Rules & Regulations that pertain to the specific operating service. It is acceptable to have an abridged version.
Where can I get a copy of the FCC Rules & Regulations handbook?
You can either download it from the internet at http://wireless.fcc.gov under "rules & regulations", Title 47, Section 90, or you can purchase a hard copy from ERS for $95.00 plus shipping and handling. Either version will suffice.
Do FRS (Family Radio Service) radios require a license?
FRS radios, such as the Motorola TalkAbout™, are very low power and do not require FCC Licensing because they are intended to be used by family, friends, and associates to communicate within a neighborhood or while on outings. Radios used for FRS cannot transmit at more than one half watt of power and they must have non-detachable antennas. Because of these rules, the range of FRS radios is typically limited to a half mile or less. |
