Since the rule does not exists, the fcc will say no if you ask them to use a part 90 radio on gmrs. These licensees operate on shared frequencies, and, under part 97 of the fccs. All users must operate in a manner compliant with fcc part 97 at all times. Paragraph d allows a repeater to function under automatic control. There is no fee required for applications filed in the amateur radio service other than an application that requests an amateur station vanity call sign initial or change or an application to renew an amateur station vanity station.
It is a good idea to monitor a repeater for a while, contact the repeater operator, look for information about the repeater online or inquire with other hams before using a repeater extensively. Regardless, such a radio would never be allowed on frs due to antenna restrictions intended to increase channel capacity by limiting range the fcc exercises control over these restrictions with part 95 type acceptance. If one of the repeater directories has a repeater listed a certain way, that doesnt affect the control operators right. And please note, the fcc does not control all frequencies, the dod regulates many frequencies including those. So while the fcc can control radio operators in the united states, that isnt the entire problem. On the amateur bands, there are two issues that are potential sticking points for this repeater. A repeater controller can be a hardware solution or even be implemented in software. Retevis rt97 uhf portable repeater kb9vbr jpole antennas. Remote operating for amateur radio ten things to know mark aaker k6ufo 0.
In addition, class b signal boosters must be registered directly with the fcc before being used. Repeater and auxiliary station control by robert w. The electronic code of federal regulations ecfr is a regularly updated, editorial compilation of c. Fcc technician licence 2014 2018 tech pool questions in study. A person holding a written authorization to be the control operator of an amateur. Wa9zzzs answer missed the issue of control of the repeater. Part 90 signal boosters federal communications commission. Someone may have an emergency or may want to join the conversation.
The federal communications commission fcc governs the amateur radio service through part 97 and is the sole issuer of amateur radio licenses within the us. Although some folks say theyve discussed this issue with the fcc. So, for example, if a station is running wspr and transmitting on 7. Here is a link to part 97 2000 cfr title 47, volume 2 docw4ems. It can be operated by part 97 licensees and by part 90 licensees in their respective frequency bands. This is entirely at the judgment of the repeater owners or trustees. I am a ham plus i do maintain a gmrs license with intentions of setting up a repeater someday. Fcc rules on foss and softwaredefined radio software. You wont find any mention of open or closed repeaters.
The 1989 rules were transcribed from the latest version of the arrls fcc rule book, 8th edition, which covered the may 11, 1989 revisions to. Antenna switching and rotator control can be automatic or software controlled. Frequency allocations may display amendments that have been adopted by the fcc but that have not yet taken effect. What is the fcc part 97 definition of an amateur station. If the output monitor detected activity on the repeaters output frequency, it would prohibit the repeater from coming on the air until that activity disappeared. And, users who refuse to comply with the repeaters rules can be told to stop using the repeaters. Echostation is a repeatercontrol program for windows which makes it easy to set up a complete, fullyfunctional repeater or announcement machine using a personal computer. The 1989 rules were transcribed from the latest version of the arrls fcc rule book, 8th edition, which covered the may 11, 1989 revisions to part 97. Fcc rules on repeater coordination iowa repeater council. Technician question pool, subelement t1, section t1a. There are three classes of license, each of which requires an exam, and these licenses require renewal every ten years. Effective april 1998 with fcc et docket 9794, certain classifications of nonbroadcast transmitters such as part 101 pointtopoint microwave were no longer registered with the fcc.
Under remote control, the licensee has implemented a means by which. A holder of a technician, general, advanced or amateur extra class operator license may be the control operator of a repeater, subject to the privileges of the class of. Fcc considers reform of part 95 rules for personal radio. The united states code of federal regulations title 47 cfr, part 97, which are the laws in which the amateur radio service is regulated. Amateur radio repeaters are devices that fall under the fcc regulation, specifically part 97. How to get professional or official clarification of fcc part 97 rules for specific. Fcc id application submitted by suzhou sate auto electronic co. Limiting the use of a repeater to only certain user stations is permissible. Leave an adequate space 23 seconds between each transmission to allow enough time for another station to break in. Not necessarily, though that may often be the case. Page 1 of 3 a beginners repeater posted in technical discussion. Part 97amateur radio service updated march 5, 2018.
Part 90 signal boosters sold and marketed starting on march 1, 2014 must meet new fcc requirements. Brainerd area amateur radio club ham radio at its best in the lakes area of brainerd, mn, usa. Most of the rules are fairly simple and can be found in part 97 of the fcc regulations. Part 90 signal boosters are a type of industrial signal booster. The repeater must be under control of one or more control operators, or under automatic control, at all times when the repeater is on. Remember that you are the control operator of the repeater and any violations to part 97 of fcc rules and regulations are your fault if they pass through your repeater. How to get to our fcc compliance details aviat networks. Id set set the id repeater callsign information max 10byte. The fcc was formed by the communications act of 1934 and regulates amateur radio under part 97 of the regulations. These services present an opportunity for selftraining, intercommunication, and technical. Fm repeaters an introduction bridgecom systems, inc. Echostation is perfect for portable and emergency use, or for clubs wishing to use a pc instead of specialized hardware to control a repeater.
The fccs mandated jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the district of columbia, and the territories of the united states. An amateur radio repeater is an electronic device that receives a weak or lowlevel amateur. Part 101 microwave products fall under the verification procedure. Part 97 amateur radio service subpart ageneral provisions current as of july 3, 2003. The repeater must only retransmit signals that are uniquely identified as originating from a transmitter, or set of transmitters, with which the repeater is authorized to operate. Both should operate as close to fifty watts as is legal. Repeater and auxiliary station control repeater builder. Are pictures of gpl software gpl security risks of. Fcc id ttetp027a smart repeater by suzhou sate auto. Programs that allow control of radio repeaters category is a curation of 5 web resources on, svxlink card for raspberrypi, svxlink, simplex. You do have to abide by part 97 which btw is the law. Fcc considers reform of part 95 rules for personal radio services. What part 97 rule allows unattended, automated transmissions, such as aprs weather stations and beacons. Remote operating for amateur radio ten things to know.
Federal communications commission fcc 15103 before the. I had an output monitor as part of the control system on my repeater for years, and so did many others this was in response to part 97 regulations prohibiting intentional interference. Moreover, how can anyone even operate a repeater authorized for use in gmrs. Keep in mind that the two frequencies will have to be different in order for the repeater to work. Additional obsolete issues of the rules are available through the fcc or gpo web sites listed above. Installed with this repeater is a mobile power amp modified with blowers, putting out about 60 watts. Page 8 automatic device, to comply with the fcc rule part 97. The grant of equipment authorization for a part 15 repeater must list the fcc ids for all transmitters with which the repeater is authorized to operate. K1rfd echostation repeatercontrol software for amateur. Amateur radio service federal communications commission. When using automatic control, such as in the case of a repeater. Current fcc rules title 47 part 97 the official pdf version. Meister wa1mik a look at two major rules that govern station control.
The repeater itself is a kendecom krp5000 and puts out about 20 watts erp on a nice quiet band. Most baofeng and a few wauxon do not comply with part 97. Encoder an encoder is a device, circuit, transducer, software. If a rule part is listed in the last column of the allocation table, click here to find those. What are the regulation requirements for running a repeater. Both shall use typeaccepted transmitters, but as far as i know, if you can receive 462 mhz intelligibly with a chicken mcnugget, more power to you.
Highpower wireless ac600 outdoor access point repeater test report nii details for fcc id 2adqy525824 made by intracom asia co. First is repeater control, and the second is identification. The part 97 rules prohibit messages encoded for the purpose of. Most narri equipment is open for public use while others parts of the system may be reserved for member use only. These services present an opportunity for selftraining, intercommunication, and.
This link is listed in our web site directory since sunday dec 31 2000, and till today repeater controler program has been followed for a total of 10418 times. About repeater controler program the resource is currently listed in in a single category. The main category is repeatercontrol programs that is about programs that allow control of radio repeaters. Because of its common controller, it shares all the same control functions and features as the others. R, part 97 radio service codes ha amateur hv amateur vanity callout the amateur and amateursatellite services are for qualified persons of any age who are interested in radio technique solely with a personal aim and without pecuniary interest. Just need to be sure your rig is sufficiently tight so as not to cause spurious radiation into the business band a legal requirement in part 97. Ham radio deluxe software radio amateurs best asset. Consequently, fcc ids do not apply to part 101 products.
Do repeaters have to be part 95 accepted technical. Most baofeng and a few wauxon do not comply with part 97 standards. The fcc regulations state the following about repeater and auxiliary station interference. Caution2 interval when operating in the usa the id.
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