Tiger Direct Computers
FIRST
THINGS FIRST!!
VVV Things you need to know about us and FCC
Licensing VVV
The Federal
Communications Commission
provides free access via the internet to their website
at http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls
to permit you to search
many databases and perform online task such as new
license applications, license renewals, license
modifications, etc.
Additionally, you, as an FCC Radio Licensee, are required to have access to a current publication of the Rules & Regulations governing the use of any type of electronic equipment which generates and radiates electromagnetic energy into the atmosphere. Some companies use intimidation to gain your business by sending you an "Official Looking Document" or implying that you must buy their version of the Rules & Regulations.
We don't use such methods to coerce your patronage. The FCC link above can take you into the deep, dark world of the FCC! All of the forms and Rules & Regulations are available online.
Does this sound like we don't want your business? Does this sound like a commercial for the FCC? Well, NOT REALLY! We just want you to know what's available to you. ENOUGH SAID!!
WHY CHOOSE US??
There are some folks in this world that either don't have the time or desire to bother with the research required, in many cases, to properly fill out the forms necessary for the applications. As is typical with such endeavors, once you get into this task you'll soon find that it can become very confusing... and frustrating, to say the least. Mistakes can be costly and may result in your application being rejected because of errors and omissions! We keep abreast of the latest forms, FCC news, etc.
We provide
one-on-one service an will work hand-in hand to earn
your business. Our combined staff exhibits many
decades of experience in all facets of the two-way
radio field. We feel we can meet your licensing needs
in an economical and professional manner, so why not
give us a try!
Have you received a notice from the Federal Communications Commission that your two-way radio license will expire soon?
If you have internet access, have you visited the FCC website?
PRETTY
COOL, Huh!
PRETTY CONFUSING,
Too, HUH!!
You don't have to put forth much
effort to get yourself totally lost in their site
which consist of several hundred web-pages.
And
that's only the beginning.....
Try filling out the FCC Form 601 and you're in for a real education. This is a multi-purpose form which the FCC uses for several different tasks related to licensing processes. And, as with most multipurpose instruments, now comes the challenge of determining which option you need, and of course, each options presents a multitude of choices -- ALL DIFFERENT -- And the list of choices never seems to end!!
And, as with most government
related documents, you'd better "Cross Your
I's and Dot Your T's" just exactly
right,
OR
ELSE*!
DEADLINE's? -- BUT, OF COURSE! And don't you dare
miss them, OR
ELSE*!
If you really need and use your radios and you let your current license expire, your life will likely CHANGE --- DRASTICALLY!!
WHY?
Well, to start with, circumstances are ALWAYS CHANGING. It's called PROGRESS! As technology moves forward, so must things change. Due to recent changes in FCC Ruling regarding Bandwidth for radio channels, the amount of the radio spectrum for radio channels has been decreased. This process, know as "re-farming", allows for more radio channels to be available within a given amount of the radio spectrum.HOW THIS AFFECTS YOU --- ( The "OR ELSE*!" )
First off, if your license is permitted to expire, you can no longer operate your equipment LEGALLY! The FCC does check on licensee's and imposes rather heavy penalties for violations of the law.
Secondly, the equipment you are presently using may not meet the new narrower bandwidth requirements, therefore, at minimum, requiring modification to your equipment. We emphasis "MINIMUM". Depending on the vintage of your equipment, it may not be technically possible to modify it to meet the new requirements.
Third, if your license expires, and you desire future operation of your radio system, an application must be filed for a new license. This means a "Frequency Coordination" must be performed by an FCC certified Frequency Coordination agency. Depending on the "Service" in which you intend to operate, the coordination will begin at $175.00, and upward from there! Additionally, you may not get the same frequency on which you've been operating, nor the same CALL SIGN.
WHY DO YOU NEED A LICENSE? --- ( Your Financial Resources vs. the LAW! )
If you choose to operate without a license, you'll really need "Deep Pockets!" Take a look at the partial listing of penalties that could be imposed for such a choice!
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