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  • before operating in their coastal regions. Moreover, the United States and the licensing Administration should reach agreement on how close to U.S. shore those ESVs may operate without prior coordination. 2. U.S. Ships In response to MTN's applications for dockside fixed-satellite service, addressed below, several commenters argue that MTN has not adequately coordinated its in-motion operations as required by Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules. We find these arguments misplaced. MTN seeks a renewal of an STA that permits it to operate only on a non-harmful interference basis. As a non-conforming user of frequency bands allocated to the fixed-satellite and fixed-terrestrial services, MTN's in-motion operations have no right to any protection from interference from any conforming operation in the C-band. Further,
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  • licensees to use portions of these internationally-allocated bands for MSS feeder links and TT&C. Consistent with our ruling in the USEI TT&C Authorization, we conclude that a waiver of Section 2.102(a) of the Commission's Rules to permit the proposed operation on a non-harmful-interference basis is warranted, pending completion of the domestic allocation proceeding. Coordination with Authorized NGSO Satellite Systems Section 25.203(k) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(k), requires that: [a]n applicant for an earth station that will operate with . . . non-geostationary satellite[s] in a shared frequency band in which the non-geostationary system is . . . proposed to be . . . licensed for feeder links, shall demonstrate . . . that its proposed earth station will
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  • coordination under some circumstances, the Commission did not find repeating ground tracks indispensable for coordinated sharing between NGSO MSS feeder links and GSO FSS systems in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band. Thus, Boeing may, but is not required to, use sub-satellite ground tracks to meet its sharing obligations, as long as Boeing complies with the provisions pertaining to coordination in Subsections 25.203(h) and 25.203(k) of the Commission's rules, and demonstrates that coordination with authorized GSO FSS operations in the band is feasible in its earth-station application. In the 19.3-19.7 GHz band, Boeing has met the requirements set forth in Section 25.208(c) of our rules. Therefore, we grant Boeing authority to use the 19.3-19.7 GHz band for feeder downlinks and telemetry, tracking and
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  • Rule Making, 13 FCC Rcd 17107 (1998). 47 C.F.R. � 2.102(a). See, e.g., L/Q Licensee, Inc., Order and Authorization, 11 FCC Rcd 16410, 16413-14 � 8 (Int'l Bur. 1996). See WAIT Radio v. FCC, 418 F.2d 1153 (D.C. Cir. 1969). 47 C.F.R. � 25.130. See 2 GHz MSS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 16159 � 72 (citing 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(k)). 47 C.F.R. � 25.272. 47 C.F.R. � 2.106, footnote US260. 47 C.F.R. � 2.106, footnote S5.444. MLS currently operates in the 5030-5091 MHz band. However, prior to January 1, 2010, MLS requirements that can not be met in the 5030-5091 MHz band can be met in the 5091-5150 MHz band. See ITU Radio Regulations, Resolution 114 (WRC-95) (Use of the
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  • Public Notice (each filed December 22, 1997). Because we are dismissing Globalstar's request to operate feeder links in the 19.3-19.7 GHz band , we do not address the issues raised in these comments. 47 C.F.R. � 25.130 (describing filing requirements for transmit earth stations). See 2 GHz MSS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 16159 � 72 (citing 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(k)). 47 C.F.R. � 25.272 (defining general intersystem coordination procedures and listing specific requirements for space-station licensees, such as establishing a satellite network control center, filing contact information for key personnel and maintaining a continuously available means of contacting the control center). Id. � 2.106 n.US260. See ITU Recommendation ITU-R S.1340 (addressing sharing between feeder links for the mobile-satellite service and
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  • & Radiocomm. Div., rel. May 10, 2001) (licensee of ICO's feeder link gateway ``has agreed to accept interference, if any, that it may receive from authorized stations'' in the 6975-7075 MHz band while operating under special temporary authority granted therein). 47 C.F.R. � 25.130. See 2 GHz MSS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 16159 � 72 (citing 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(k)). 47 C.F.R. � 25.272. 47 C.F.R. � 2.106 n. US260. See 2 GHz MSS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 16162-63 � 77. Section 25.202(g) of the Commission's rules states that TT&C functions for U.S. domestic satellites ``shall be conducted at either or both edges of the allocated band(s),'' i.e., at either or both edges of a frequency band assigned to
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  • Iridium must request authority for Earth-to-space transmissions in an earth-station application. At that time, Iridium will need to demonstrate that its system can share the spectrum with other authorized services in the band, and specifically demonstrating that coordination with authorized GSO FSS operations in the band is feasible. Iridium also must comply with the provisions pertaining to coordination in Subsections 25.203(h) and 25.203(k) of the Commission's rules. In the 19.3-19.7 GHz band, Iridium has met the requirements set forth in Section 25.208(c) of our rules. Therefore, we grant Iridium's request to transmit from its authorized space stations to earth stations in the 19.3-19.7 GHz band. Prior to using this band, Iridium must coordinate with the U.S. Government systems operating in the
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  • the band 6700-7075 MHz to space stations of the fixed-satellite service, administrations are urged to take all practicable steps to protect spectral line observations of the radio astronomy service in the band 6650-6675.2 MHz from harmful interference from unwanted emissions.''). 47 C.F.R. � 25.130. See 2 GHz MSS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 16159 � 72 (citing 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(k)). 47 C.F.R. � 25.272. 47 C.F.R. � 2.106, footnote US260. See ITU Recommendation ITU-R S.1340 (Sharing between feeder links for the mobile-satellite service and the aeronautical radionavigation service in the Earth-to-space direction in the band 15.4-15.7 GHz). 2 GHz MSS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 16175-76 � 103; 47 C.F.R. � 25.121(a) (``Licenses for facilities governed by this part will
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  • rules are adequate to address immediate coordination concerns ... and that the issues raised in separate proceedings can be applied uniformly across all bands as appropriate.'' Subject to future Commission decisions, we thus will require applicants for earth stations seeking to access the Galaxy III-C in the 6525-6675 MHz band to coordinate with terrestrial fixed services in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's Rules prior to submitting an application to the Commission. The Commission stated in the MSS Report and Order that sharing between the mobile, including aeronautical mobile, and satellite services in the 6875-7025 MHz band can be much more difficult because of the mobile service. It added that a future proceeding would address how coordination is to be
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  • interfere with, or require protection from, operation of any existing FS station at its current site in the event that the FS station's assigned frequencies were to be shifted pursuant to Section 101.85, Section 101.89, Section 101.91, or Section 101.95 of the Commission's rules. (Boeing will also have to coordinate its proposed feeder-link stations with terrestrial stations pursuant to Section 25.203.) The showing should employ the standard techniques cross-referenced in relevant rule provisions for determining the extent of geographic separation necessary for interference avoidance. Fourth, because Boeing has not indicated a definite need for more than two feeder-link earth stations this waiver pertains only to feeder-link and tracking, telemetry, and control transmission between a single GSO satellite at 120� W.L. and
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  • interfere with, or require protection from, operation of any existing FS station at its current site in the event that the FS station's assigned frequencies were to be shifted pursuant to Section 101.85, Section 101.89, Section 101.91, or Section 101.95 of the Commission's rules. (Boeing will also have to coordinate its proposed feeder-link stations with terrestrial stations pursuant to Section 25.203.) The showing should employ the standard techniques cross-referenced in relevant rule provisions for determining the extent of geographic separation necessary for interference avoidance. Fourth, because Boeing has not indicated a definite need for more than two feeder-link earth stations this waiver pertains only to feeder-link and tracking, telemetry, and control transmission between a single GSO satellite at 120� W.L. and
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  • C.F.R � 25.114(c), which are applied to non-U.S.-licensed space stations by 47 C.F.R � 25.137. See 47 C.F.R � 25.137(b). See also DISCO II, 12 FCC Rcd at 24176 (para. 191) (non-U.S. satellite operators are not required to submit technical information for satellites for which international coordination has been completed). 47 C.F.R. �� 25.210(i) and 25.211(a). See 47 C.F.R. � 25.203. See also SES-LIC-20000322-00529. (...continued from previous page) (continued....) Federal Communications Commission DA 03-233 Federal Communications Commission DA 03-233 " " #" � � F 5 "
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  • operations in the 11.45-11.7 GHz frequency bands conditionally granted herein, pertains only to TT&C transmissions between a single GSO satellite at 83� W.L. and a maximum of one fixed earth station within the continental US&P. 32. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that EchoStar KuX Corporation shall coordinate its potential TT&C earth station operations with terrestrial FS stations in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules. 33. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band, all earth stations in the US&P are required to coordinate through NTIA's Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee's Frequency Assignment Subcommittee. 34. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the operation of the EchoStar-83W satellite network in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band shall be in accordance with footnotes US356 and
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  • 10.95-11.2 GHz and/or 11.45-11.7 GHz frequency bands conditionally granted herein pertains only to TT&C transmissions between a single GSO satellite at 109� W.L. and a maximum of one fixed earth station within the continental US&P. 32. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that EchoStar Satellite LLC shall coordinate its potential TT&C earth station operations with terrestrial FS stations in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules. 33. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that EchoStar Satellite LLC shall submit to the Commission a modification to this authorization, specifying the exact frequencies for TT&C functions for EchoStar-109W satellite, on, or prior to, the date of its first construction milestone, i.e., 9/30/2005. 34. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band, all earth stations
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  • operations in the 11.45-11.7 GHz frequency bands conditionally granted herein, pertains only to TT&C transmissions between a single GSO satellite at 121� W.L. and a maximum of one fixed earth station within the continental US&P. 33. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that EchoStar KuX Corporation shall coordinate its potential TT&C earth station operations with terrestrial FS stations in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules. 34. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band, all earth stations in the US&P are required to coordinate through NTIA's Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee's Frequency Assignment Subcommittee. 35. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the operation of the EchoStar-121W satellite network in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band shall be in accordance with footnotes US356 and
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  • operations in the 11.45-11.7 GHz frequency bands conditionally granted herein, pertains only to TT&C transmissions between a single GSO satellite at 121� W.L. and a maximum of one fixed earth station within the continental US&P. 33. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that EchoStar KuX Corporation shall coordinate its potential TT&C earth station operations with terrestrial FS stations in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules. 34. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band, all earth stations in the US&P are required to coordinate through NTIA's Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee's Frequency Assignment Subcommittee. 35. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the operation of the EchoStar-121W satellite network in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band shall be in accordance with footnotes US356 and
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  • immediate coordination concerns and that the issues raised in separate proceedings can be applied uniformly across all bands as appropriate.'' Subject to future Commission decisions, we thus will require applicants for earth stations seeking to access the PAS-21 from the United States or its possessions in the 6525-6675 MHz band to coordinate with terrestrial fixed services in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's Rules prior to submitting an application to the Commission. The Commission also stated in the MSS Report and Order that sharing between the mobile, including aeronautical mobile, and satellite services in the 6875- 7025 MHz band can be much more difficult because of the mobile service. It added that a future proceeding would address how coordination is
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  • Regulations is amended as follows: PART 25 - SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS 1. The authority citation for Part 25 continues to read as follows: AUTHORITY: 47 U.S.C. 701-744. Interprets or applies Sections 4, 301, 302, 303, 307, 309 and 332 of the Communications Act, as amended. 47 U.S.C. Sections 154(i), 301, 302, 303, 307, 309 and 332, unless otherwise noted. 2. Section 25.203 is amended by revising paragraph (i) revised to read as follows: � 25.203 Choice of sites and frequencies. * * * * * (i) Any applicant for a new permanent transmitting fixed earth station authorization to be located on the islands of Puerto Rico, Desecheo, Mona, Vieques, and Culebra, or for a modification of an existing authorization which would change
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  • 13.25 GHz frequency bands. d. Protection of Other Services As noted, the Commission has allocated the 10.7-11.7 GHz (space-to-Earth) and 12.75-13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) frequency bands on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Fixed Service. The Commission has also allocated the 12.75-13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) band to FSS on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Mobile Service. MSV shall comply with Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), which sets forth coordination and other procedures designed to ensure that there is no harmful interference between stations operating in co-primary services. In addition, we expect MSV to take the same measures to protect terrestrial fixed and terrestrial mobile services that it set forth in its application for its MSV-2 satellite serving
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  • 13.25 GHz frequency bands. d. Protection of Other Services As noted, the Commission has allocated the 10.7-11.7 GHz (space-to-Earth) and 12.75-13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) frequency bands on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Fixed Service. The Commission has also allocated the 12.75-13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) band to FSS on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Mobile Service. MSV shall comply with Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), which sets forth coordination and other procedures designed to ensure that there is no harmful interference between stations operating in co-primary services. In addition, we expect MSV to take the same measures to protect terrestrial fixed and terrestrial mobile services that it set forth in its application for its MSV-2 satellite serving
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  • SUBPART C -- TECHNICAL STANDARDS Brief Description: This subpart provides clear and predictable technical standards to minimize interference. Need: To provide space station and earth station operators a universal set of standards and operating procedures. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 154, 701-744. Interprets or applies 47 U.S.C. 303. Section Number and Title: 25.201 Definitions. 25.202 Frequencies, frequency tolerance and emission limitations. 25.203 Choice of sites and frequencies. 25.204 Power limits. 25.208 Power flux density limits. 25.209 Antenna performance standards. 25.210 Technical requirements for space stations in the Fixed-Satellite Service. 25.211 Video transmissions in the Fixed-Satellite Service. 25.212 Narrowband transmissions in the 12/14 GHz GSO Fixed-Satellite Service. 25.213 Inter-Service coordination requirements for the 1.6/2.4 GHz Mobile- Satellite Service. SUBPART D -- TECHNICAL OPERATIONS
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  • to here are messages that contain error correction information that provide for differential corrections to the GPS receive signals, resulting in more accurate GPS navigation information. See Lockheed February 2004 Amendment at 11. See Lockheed February 2004 Amendment, Revised Table 4.1-1. . See also 47 C.F.R. �2.1. See 47 C.F.R. � 2.106 footnote 5.458 and footnote US342. In addition, Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules requires that an Earth station applicant, prior to filing its application, shall coordinate its proposed frequency usage with existing terrestrial users and with applicants for terrestrial station authorizations. Therefore, we remind Lockheed that it is required to coordinate its two feeder uplink earth stations operations with all existing terrestrial users and all applicants for terrestrial station
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  • to here are messages that contain error correction information that provide for differential corrections to the GPS receive signals, resulting in more accurate GPS navigation information. See Lockheed February 2004 Amendment at 11. See Lockheed February 2004 Amendment, Revised Table 4.1-1. . See also 47 C.F.R. �2.1. See 47 C.F.R. � 2.106 footnote 5.458 and footnote US342. In addition, Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules requires that an Earth station applicant, prior to filing its application, shall coordinate its proposed frequency usage with existing terrestrial users and with applicants for terrestrial station authorizations. Therefore, we remind Lockheed that it is required to coordinate its two feeder uplink earth stations operations with all existing terrestrial users and all applicants for terrestrial station
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  • and 13.25 GHz frequency bands. d. Protection of other services The Commission has allocated the 10.7-11.7 GHz band to FSS (space-to-Earth) on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Fixed Service. The Commission has allocated the 12.75-13.25 GHz band to FSS (Earth-to-space) on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Fixed and Terrestrial Mobile Services. MSV will have to comply with Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, which sets forth coordination and other procedures designed to ensure that there is no harmful interference between stations operating in co-primary services. MSV states that it will protect terrestrial fixed and terrestrial mobile services currently operating in the bands through several measures. First, MSV states it will coordinate its feeder link stations with terrestrial Fixed and
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  • and 13.25 GHz frequency bands. d. Protection of other services The Commission has allocated the 10.7-11.7 GHz band to FSS (space-to-Earth) on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Fixed Service. The Commission has allocated the 12.75-13.25 GHz band to FSS (Earth-to-space) on a co-primary basis with the Terrestrial Fixed and Terrestrial Mobile Services. MSV will have to comply with Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, which sets forth coordination and other procedures designed to ensure that there is no harmful interference between stations operating in co-primary services. MSV states that it will protect terrestrial fixed and terrestrial mobile services currently operating in the bands through several measures. First, MSV states it will coordinate its feeder link stations with terrestrial Fixed and
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  • a Receive-Only Fixed-Satellite Service (FSS) earth station proposing to communicate with ALSAT-designated satellites in the C-band. Pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), we dismiss the application as defective, without prejudice to refiling. A review of the application reveals that the Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report, as submitted, does not fulfill the requirement(s) of Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c), because the report does not demonstrate that the earth station was coordinated with existing terrestrial users and with previously-filed applications for terrestrial stations. Therefore, the application is incomplete. While we dismiss the application on the above basis, we take the opportunity to apprise you of other concerns we have should NTELOS choose to
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  • 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), we dismiss the application as defective, without prejudice to refiling. In accordance with Section 25.277(f) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.277(f), applications for temporary-fixed earth stations operating in frequency bands shared co-equally with terrestrial fixed stations, such as the C-Band, must include either a Frequency Coordination Report in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203, for its initial location or a statement by the applicant acknowledging its coordination responsibilities. In response to Question E18 of Schedule B, Calhoun incorrectly indicated that coordination was not required and did not submit a coordination report or an acknowledgement that it must coordinate the earth station. Therefore, the application is incomplete. Accordingly,
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  • of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.220(f)(2), a certification described in Section 25.220(e)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.220(e)(1), from each target satellite operator is required. L3's application, as amended, does not include these certifications. Finally, we note that the use of the 10.7-11.7 GHz and 12.7-12.75 GHz band is shared on co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules requires Earth station applications seeking authority to use these bands to include a Frequency Coordination Report. However, this application did not include a Coordination Report. Given the above, the application, as amended, and the STA request are incomplete. In addition, we note that the use of the 10.7-11.7 GHz band is subject to footnote NG104 of
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  • the Licensing of, and Spectrum Usage of Satellite Network Earth Stations and Space Stations, IB Docket Nos. 02-34 and 00-248; 19 FCC Rcd 19564 (Int'l. Bur., 2004). Thus, the May 8 application was improperly filed. In addition, a review of the application reveals that it does not include Antenna Gain information or a Frequency Coordination Report as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Further, although not a basis for dismissal, we note there is an inconsistency in the frequency bands provided in the application. In response to Question 24 of Form 312 Main Form, the application indicates that the earth station will receive in the C and Ku-Bands. However, the information provided in Schedule B includes
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  • MSS system. In the event that GLLC fails to achieve compliance with the in-orbit-spare requirement prior to the planned inauguration of ATC service, it will have to postpone commencement of ATC operation pending compliance or disposition of a further waiver request. G. Protection of Radio Astronomy ATC operators are subject to technical and procedural requirements prescribed in Sections 1.924 and 25.203(e)-(g) of the Commission's rules for interference protection for FCC monitoring stations and radio-astronomy observation at sites in West Virginia, Colorado, and Puerto Rico. GLLC declares that it will comply with these requirements. Section 25.213 of the rules prescribes technical requirements for operation of Big LEO mobile earth stations designed to protect radio astronomy observation in the 1610.6-1613.8 MHz band. By
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  • earth station licenses to add the INMARSAT-3F4 satellite now located at 142o W.L. as a point communication. On May 3, 2006, Telenor filed the above-captioned request for Special Temporary Authority to operate one of these earth stations. Pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112(a)(1), we dismiss these applications as defective without prejudice to refiling. Section 25.203(c) of Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), requires applicants seeking to operate in bands shared co-equally with the terrestrial service such as certain C-Band frequencies, on which the Telenor earth stations operate, must submit a Frequency Coordination report in their applications. This report describes and analyzes the potential interference caused or potentially received by the proposed operations. Telenor has not
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  • standards for coordination of sites and frequencies for geostationary orbiting and non-geostationary orbiting earth stations operating in a frequency band where both have a co-primary allocation. Need: Provides space station and earth station operators with standards and operating procedures to minimize interference. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 701-744; 47 U.S.C. 154. Interprets or applies 47 U.S.C. 303. Section Number and Title: 25.203(h) Choice of sites and frequencies. Brief Description: Establishes technical standards for operation of fixed satellite service earth stations operating in the 13.75-14 GHz frequency band. Need: Provides space station and earth station operators with standards and operating procedures to minimize interference. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 154. Interprets or applies 47 U.S.C. 701-744, 554. Section Number and Title: 25.204(f) Power Limits.
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  • include a Schedule B. The modification application did not include a Schedule B. Furthermore, the application did not include a request for a waiver of this filing requirement. Additionally, the current authorization for this license includes authority to receive in the extended Ku-Band. However, this application did not include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss this application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems Analysis Branch Satellite Division International Bureau 10.95-11.2, 11.45-11.7, 11.7-12.2 and 14.0-14.5 GHz bands. 10.95-11.2 and 11.45-11.7
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  • at 11.45-11.7/13.75-14.0 GHz. For operations in the extended Ku-band, however, applicants must identify the specific satellite or satellites with which the proposed earth station seeks to communicate. Since DIRECTV did not provide this information, we are dismissing this application as defective. We also note that the 11.45-11.7 GHz band is shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules requires earth station applicants seeking authority to use co-primary bands must include a Frequency Coordination Report in any application. However, DIRECTV's application did not include this Report. In any refiling of the STA request, DIRECTV must provide a Frequency Coordination Report as required by Section 25.203(c) or indicate that it is willing to operate this earth
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  • No. SES-00724 (rel. June 25, 2005). For FSS earth station applicants proposing to communicate in frequency bands that are shared coequally with terrestrial radiocommunications services, the earth station applicant must include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report that is not older than 6 months from the date the earth station application is filed. See 47 C.F.R. �� 25.115(c)(2)(iii) and 25.203. GUSA presents here the same technical argument regarding the hard-wired aspect of its satellite system that were presented to the Commission in the rulemaking proceeding. Compare waiver request with GUSA ex parte filing, received on June 26, 2001 in the rulemaking proceeding. Review of GUSA's arguments under the waiver standard should not lead to a different result on the policy
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  • Notice, Report No. SES-00770 (rel. November 30, 2005). For FSS earth station applicants proposing to communicate in frequency bands that are shared coequally with terrestrial radiocommunications services, the earth station applicant must include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report that is not older than 6 months from the date the earth station application is filed. See 47 C.F.R. �� 25.203(c)(3) and 101.103(d)(2)(xi). GUSA presents here the same technical argument regarding the hard-wired aspect of its satellite system that were presented to the Commission in the rulemaking proceeding. Compare waiver request with GUSA ex parte filing, received on June 26, 2001 in the rulemaking proceeding. Our review of GUSA's arguments under the waiver standard should not lead to a different result
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  • that its earth station will receive in the 12.7-12.75 GHz band. The Table of Frequency Allocations designates this band for uplink transmissions only. MCI does not request a waiver of the Table of Frequency Allocations to permit its proposed non-conforming uses. In addition, the 10.95-11.7 and 12.2-12.75 GHz bands are shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), requires earth station applicants seeking authority to use these bands to include a Frequency Coordination Report with respect to Fixed Service operations. In response to Question E18 of Schedule B, however, MCI incorrectly states that frequency coordination is not required and did not submit a Coordination Report. Finally, in Schedule B of
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  • to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, that contains internal inconsistencies, or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. Both of RCN's applications contain an omission that render each unacceptable and subject to dismissal. The 5925-6425 MHz band is shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service (FS). Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), requires applicants seeking a license to operate an earth station at a fixed location, using shared bands to file a Frequency Coordination Report with respect to Fixed Service operations. In response to Question E18 of Schedule B, RCN correctly indicated that frequency coordination is required; however, it did not submit a Coordination
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  • or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. HNS's application does not comply with the Commission's rules, which renders it unacceptable and subject to dismissal. The deficiency is as follows: In response to item E18 of Schedule B, HNS indicates that frequency coordination is required and submitted a frequency coordination report dated July 21, 2006. Pursuant to Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203, the frequency coordination report should be current and not older than 6 months. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss HNS's application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems
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  • or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. DirecTV's application does not comply with the Commission's rules, which renders it unacceptable and subject to dismissal. The deficiency is as follows: In response to item E18 of Schedule B, DirecTV indicates that frequency coordination is required and submitted a frequency coordination report dated May 11, 2006. Pursuant to Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203, the frequency coordination report should be current and not older than 6 months. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss DirecTV's application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems
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  • chooses to refile this application and use a 3.8 meter antenna for operations in the 13.75-14.0 GHz band, it must request a waiver of footnote US356 of the U.S. Table of Frequency Allocations and Section 25.204(f) of the Commission's rules. In addition, if HDTV will be seeking authority to receive in the 10.7-11.7 GHz band additional information pursuant to Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203, will also be necessary. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss HDTV's application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems Analysis Branch Satellite Division International Bureau If HDTV refiles
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  • radiation hazard study must accompany all applications as an exhibit for new transmitting facilities or major modifications such as the one proposed. However, Telenor's application did not include this required exhibit; (2) In response to item E18 of Schedule B, Telenor indicates that frequency coordination is required, but did not attach a frequency coordination report as required pursuant to Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules; (3) With respect to its proposed L-band antenna, Telenor does not include the antenna transmit gain as required by item E41 of Schedule B, the total input power at the antenna flange as required by item E38 of Schedule B, and the total EIRP for all carriers as required by item E40 of Schedule B; (4)
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  • power density exceeding the levels in Section 25.212(d)(2) must submit a certification described in Section 25.220(e)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.220(e)(1) from each target satellite operator. North American Leasing's application does not include these certifications. Finally, in response to item E18 of Schedule B, North American Leasing indicates that frequency coordination is not required. Pursuant to Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), however, all earth station applicants must complete frequency coordination if the earth station will operate in frequency bands shared with terrestrial services on a co-primary basis, such as the 5925-6425 MHz band proposed in North American Leasing's application. Since North American Leasing proposes to operate the station as a temporary-fixed earth station,
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  • frequency band in response to Questions E43-E47 of Schedule B. Additionally, Pacific Satellite did not provide a response to Questions E54 through E60 concerning frequency coordination for the 5850-5925 MHz band. Without this information, the application is incomplete. Furthermore, in response to Question E18 in Schedule B, Pacific Satellite indicates that frequency coordination is not required. However, pursuant to Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), all earth station applicants must complete frequency coordination if they intend to operate in frequency bands shared with terrestrial services on a co-primary basis. Additionally, in response to Question E48 of Schedule B, Pacific Satellite lists the maximum EIRP per carrier for the 2K40G7E emission as 48 dBW and in response to
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  • however, proposes to use a 1.5 meter antenna and operate with a maximum EIRP of 25.44 dBW for its emissions in this band. GlobeCast does not request a waiver of the Table of Frequency Allocations to permit its proposed non-conforming uses. In addition, the 10.95-11.7 and 12.2-12.75 GHz bands are shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules requires earth station applications seeking authority to use these bands to include a Frequency Coordination Report with respect to Fixed Service operations. In response to Question E18, however, Globecast incorrectly claims that frequency coordination is not required and did not submit a Coordination Report. Further, GlobeCast did not submit certain required information in its application. It
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  • designators to its direct broadcast satellite (DBS) earth station license. For the reasons stated below, we dismiss the application, in part, as defective without prejudice to refiling. In response to Question E18 of Schedule B of FCC Form 312, DirecTV indicates that frequency coordination is not required and therefore does not include a frequency coordination report. However, pursuant to Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), all earth station applicants must complete frequency coordination if they intend to operate in frequency bands shared with terrestrial services on a co-primary basis. Although DirecTV previously filed a frequency coordination report for this earth station, that report does not include the proposed added analog emission 82K0F3N which will operate in the
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  • inconsistencies, or does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. A portion of Telesat's applications do not comply with the Commission's rules, which renders it unacceptable and subject to partial dismissal. The deficiencies are as follows: With respect to both amended applications, we note that the 10.7-11.7 GHz band is shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), requires fixed earth station applicants seeking authority to use this band to submit a Frequency Coordination Report with respect to Fixed Service operations. In response to Question E18 of both amended applications, however, Telesat claims that frequency coordination is not required, and did not submit a Coordination Report. However, Telesat does not
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  • waiver of the Table of Frequency Allocations that would permit non-conforming uses in either the 12.2-12.7 GHz band or the 12.7-12.75 GHz band. Consequently, those portions of Harris's application requesting authority to operate in these bands are defective. Furthermore, we note that the 10.7-11.7 GHz and 12.2-12.75 GHz bands are shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c), requires fixed earth station applicants seeking authority to use these bands to submit a Frequency Coordination Report with respect to Fixed Service operations. In response to Question E18 of the application, however, Harris claims that frequency coordination is not required, and did not submit a Coordination Report. Harris does not explain the
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  • or location of a station on these islands and would increase the likelihood of the authorized facility causing interference, to notify the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico. Need: To prevent interference from earth station operations to Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico. Legal Basis: Interprets or applies 47 U.S.C. 154, 301, 302, 303, 307, 309 and 332. Section Number and Title: 25.203(i) Choice of sites and frequencies. Brief Description: Establishes requirement that all earth stations in the Fixed Satellite Service in the 20/30 GHz band employ uplink adaptive power control or other methods of fade compensation so that earth station transmissions meet the desired link performance while reducing interference between networks. Need: To prevent interference between networks operating in the Fixed Satellite
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  • satellite service to the public. II. BACKGROUND The Ka-band contains co-primary frequency allocations for the FS and the FSS, among other services. To maximize the efficient use of the Ka-band, the Commission has designated certain portions of the band for exclusive FS or FSS use, and other portions for shared, co-primary use by the FS and the FSS. Generally, Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules requires FSS operators to coordinate their operations with FS operations in frequency bands in which the two services operate on a co-primary basis. On February 5, 2008, DIRECTV filed license applications for four Ka-band earth stations -- two in Colorado and two in New Hampshire -- to communicate with its licensed Ka-band satellites. DIRECTV filed amendments
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  • 10/31/09 3060-0685 FCC 1210 and FCC 1240 04/30/09 3060-0686 Streamlining the International Section 214 Authorization Process and Tariff Requirements 02/28/09 3060-0687 Access to Telecommunications Equipment and Services by Persons with Disabilities, CC Docket No. 87-124 05/31/09 3060-0688 FCC 1235 11/30/10 3060-0690 Sec. 101.17 09/30/09 3060-0691 Sec. 90.665 07/31/10 3060-0692 Home Wiring Provisions 03/31/10 3060-0695 Sec. 87.219 01/31/09 3060-0698 Secs. 23.20, 25.203, and 73.1030, Radio Astronomy Coordination Zone in Puerto Rico 11/30/10 3060-0700 FCC 1275 07/31/10 3060-0703 FCC 1205 04/30/09 3060-0704 Policy and Rules Concerning the Interstate, Interexchange Marketplace; Implementation of Section 254(g) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, CC Docket No. 96-61 01/31/09 3060-0706 Cable Act Reform Pending OMB Approval 3060-0707 Over-the Air Reception Devices (OTARD) 06/30/11 3060-0710 Policy
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  • elevation plane from 0 to 45 degrees, the co-polarized antenna pattern in the azimuth plane from 0 to +/- 180 degrees, or the cross-polarized pattern in the vertical and horizontal plane from 0 to +/- 9 degrees. Last, in response to question E18 of Schedule B in both applications, GCI indicates that a frequency coordination report is not required. Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203, however, requires a frequency coordination report in this instance. We recognize that the frequency coordination report submitted by GCI in its prior applications for licenses of these earth stations incorporated the increased power density levels. Nevertheless, because the license applications did not seek authority to operate at the higher levels and the
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  • that the 10.95-11.7 GHz and 12.2-12.75 GHz bands are shared on a co-primary basis with the Fixed Service. Section 25.277(f) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.277(f), requires that, when the initial location of a temporary-fixed earth station is known, the applicant shall provide, as part of the Form 312 application, a frequency coordination report in accordance with Section 25.203 of the Commission's rules for the initial station location. Alternatively, if the initial location is not known, Section 25.277(f) requires the applicant to provide, as part of the Form 312 application, a statement by the applicant acknowledging its coordination responsibilities under Section 25.277. In response to Question E18 of Schedule B, SWE-DISH indicates that frequency coordination is not required. Therefore,
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  • prejudice to refiling. Section 25.112 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112, requires the Commission to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, that contains internal inconsistencies, or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. DIRECTV did not submit the Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Therefore, the application is incomplete and subject to dismissal. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss DIRECTV's applications without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems Analysis Branch Satellite Division
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  • 3600-3650 MHz band is limited to grandfathered stations, and applications for new earth station facilities shall not be accepted after December 1, 2000. Consequently, the Commission does not process requests for registration of these frequency bands. In addition, NW Communications' application did not include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report for the 3700-4200 MHz band as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Further, NW Communications checked the ``yes'' box indicating that the FAA Report under Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c), was required, but NW Communications did not attach this report. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations
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  • 3600-3650 MHz band is limited to grandfathered stations, and applications for new earth station facilities shall not be accepted after December 1, 2000. Consequently, the Commission does not process requests for registration of these frequency bands. In addition, NW Communications' application did not include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report for the 3700-4200 MHz band as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Further, NW Communications checked the "yes" 1If NW Communications of Phoenix, Inc. refiles an application in which the deficiencies identified in this letter have been corrected but otherwise identical to the one dismissed, it need not pay an application fee. See 47 C.F.R.�1.1109(d). 14072 Federal Communications Commission DA 09-2466 box indicating that the
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  • 25.112 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112, requires the Commission to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, contains internal inconsistencies, or does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. NW Communications' application is incomplete because it does not include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Therefore, NW Communications' application is unacceptable for filing and subject to dismissal. In addition, NW Communications' application requests the use of the 117000 MHz to 127000 MHz band. The Commission does not authorize satellites in this frequency range. We assume that NW Communications meant to request the use of the conventional Ku-band at
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  • 25.112 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112, requires the Commission to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, contains internal inconsistencies, or does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. NW Communications' application is incomplete because it does not include a Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c).Therefore, NW Communications' application is unacceptable for filing and subject to dismissal. In addition, NW Communications' application requests the use of the 117000 MHz to 127000 MHz band. The Commission does not authorize satellites in this frequency range. We assume that NW Communications meant to request the use of the conventional Ku-band at 11700-12200
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  • exhibit. In addition, the proposed EIRP per carrier level of 58 dBW listed in item E48 of Schedule B exceeds the 57.70 dBW level that was listed as the coordinated level in the January 26, 2009 frequency coordination report. Enlace Christian Television may not seek to operate at an EIRP level that exceeds the coordinated level. See 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(c)(2). Further, in response to Question E15 of Schedule B, Enlace Christian Television indicates that the proposed 1.8 meter antenna, which is manufactured by ASC Signal, does not comply with the antenna gain patterns specified in Section 25.209(a) and (b) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.209(a) and (b). Section 25.132(a)(3) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.132(a)(3), requires
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  • 25.112 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112, requires the Commission to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, that contains internal inconsistencies, or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. Cablevision of Warwick, Inc. did not submit the Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by rule Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Therefore, the application is incomplete and subject to dismissal. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss Cablevision of Warwick, Inc.'s application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems Analysis
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  • refiling. Section 25.112 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112, requires the Commission to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, that contains internal inconsistencies, or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. CSC TKR did not submit the Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by rule Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Therefore, the application is incomplete and subject to dismissal. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss CSC TKR, Inc.'s application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems Analysis Branch
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  • Section 25.112 of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.112, requires the Commission to return, as unacceptable for filing, any earth station application that is not substantially complete, that contains internal inconsistencies, or that does not substantially comply with the Commission's rules. Cablevision of Rockland/Ramapo, Inc. did not submit the Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report as required by Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.203(c). Therefore, the application is incomplete and subject to dismissal. Accordingly, pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(1) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. �25.112(a)(1), and Section 0.261 of the Commission's rules on delegations of authority, 47 C.F.R. �0.261, we dismiss Cablevision of Rockland/Ramapo, Inc.'s application without prejudice to refiling. Sincerely, Scott A. Kotler Chief, Systems Analysis
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  • 1 at 7. Id. at 8 and n.17. Id. at 10. Id. at 7. Id. at 8. Id. Id. at 9. See 47 C.F.R. � 25.149(a)(1). Id. See 47 C.F.R. � 25.149(a)(3). Id. See 47 C.F.R. � 25.149(a)(4). Application Exhibit 2. See 47 C.F.R. �� 1.1310, 2.1093, and 25.149(a)(5). Application Exhibit 1 at 10. See 47 C.F.R. �� 1.924 and 25.203(e)-(g). Id. Id. at 7-8. Inmarsat Petition at 2, citing ATC Second Reconsideration Order at �� 89-90. ATC Second Reconsideration Order at �87. Inmarsat Petition at 4. Accord, Sprint Nextel Reply at 13. Inmarsat Reply at 2. Id. at 5. ICO Opposition at 3-4, citing Globalstar LLC, Request for authority to implement an ancillary terrestrial component for the Globalstar Big LEO
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  • UNITS), CONUS LOCATION: KA98 SES-MOD-20000622-01008 MCI WORLDCOM NETWORK SERVICES, INC. Application for Modification Date Effective: 09/19/2000 Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Dismissed by Delegated Authority Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service, International Fixed Satellite Service Page 4 of 7 MCI Worldcom Network Services, Inc. did not submit a frequency coordination study for the new location as required under Section 25.203 of the Commission's Rules. Accordingly, this application is hereby dismissed pursuant to Section 5.112(a)(2) of the Commission's Rules. SITE ID: 1 1295 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD., SHENANDOAH, QUICKSBURG, VA LOCATION: E990451 SES-MOD-20000717-01161 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Application for Modification 02/17/2000 - 02/17/2010 Date Effective: 09/15/2000 Class of Station: VSAT Network Grant of Authority Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service, International
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  • Satellite Service Page 1 of 7 An examination of the above-referenced application finds that Hughes Network Systems did not submit a map or maps drawn to appropriate scale and in a form suitable for reproduction indicating the location of the proposed station and the great circle coordination distance and the rain scatter coordination distance contours location, as required under Section 25.203(b) of the Commission's Rules. Accordingly, the above-referenced application is hereby dismissed pursuant to Section 25.112(a)(2) of the Commission's Rules. SITE ID: LONG ISLAND REMOTE 2 45 OSER AVENUE, SUFFOLK, HAUPPAUGE, NY LOCATION: E000351 SES-LIC-20000706-01120 HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS Application for Authority Date Effective: 02/01/2001 Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Dismissed by Delegated Authority Nature of Service:International Fixed Satellite Service An
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  • ACQUISITION CORP. WNJU LICENSE CORPORATION Page 12 of 13 Dismissal E3548 SES-ASG-20011121-02163 METROCAST CABLEVISION OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, LLC This Assignment of Receive Only Registration filed on November 21, 2001, is hereby being Dismissed Per Commisions' Action, due to the Registration has expired prior to filing. E000708 SES-LIC-20001130-02262 LORAL SPACECOM CORP. ( d/b/a Loral Skynet ) Application is inviolation of Section 25.203(c), and is Dismissed this day by Division Chief's letter, dated December 7, 2001. E000709 SES-LIC-20001130-02263 LORAL SPACECOM CORP. ( d/b/a Loral Skynet ) Application is inviolation of Section 25.203(c), and is Dismissed this day by Division Chief's letter dated December 7, 2001. E000710 SES-LIC-20001130-02264 LORAL SPACECOM CORP. ( d/b/a Loral Skynet ) Application is inviolation of Section 25.203(c), and is
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  • temporary-fixed transmit-only earth station is dismissed as defective, without prejudice for failure to submit necessary Frequency Coordination Report information. See DA 06-1041, released May 16, 2006. E060105 SES-REG-20060331-00552 NTELOS Media Inc. This Receive-Only Fixed-Satellite Earth Station is dismissed as defective, without prejudice for failure to file Frequency Coordination and Interference Analysis Report information submitted does not fulfill requirement(s) of Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules . See DA 06-1040, released May 16, 2006. Page 33 of 34 For more information concerning this Notice, contact the Satellite and Radiocommunication Division at 418-0719; TTY 202-418-2555. Dismissal E060146 SES-REG-20060414-00704 Comcast of Massachusetts III, Inc. This Receive-Only Fixed Earth Station Registration application was filed by paper. As of November 5, 2004, all filings on Form
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  • any way prejudice Commission action. E070002 SES-LIC-20070104-00010E Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Application for Authority DIRECTV Enterprises, LLC Nature of Service:Direct to Home Fixed Satellite, Fixed Satellite Service DirectTV Enterprises, LLC has filed a license application for Ka-band authority using DirecTV 10 and 11 satellites as points of communication, and also request a partial waiver of Section 25.115(e) and 25.203(b) of the Commission's rules. 43 � 37 ' 25.90 " N LAT. SITE ID: NEUF 56 Packard Drive, New Hampton, NH 71 � 38 ' 33.50 " W LONG. LOCATION: VertexRSI NEUF KA7 9.2 meters ANTENNA ID: 9MKa-01-00 91.00 dBW Multi-tone Frequency Modulated Command Carrier 29250.0000 - 29260.0000 MHz 1M30F9D 91.00 dBW Multi-tone Frequency Modulated Command Carrier 29490.0000 - 29500.0000
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  • & LAND MOBILE 1530.0000 - 1544.0000 MHz 168KG1D Points of Communication: 1 - MSAT-1 - (106.5 W.L.) N/A - AMSC 1 - (101 W.L.) E070111 SES-LIC-20070719-00967 E Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Application for Authority DIRECTV Enterprises, LLC Nature of Service: Fixed Satellite Service DIRECTV Enterprises, LLC request for Partial Waiver of Section 25.115(e) and a Waiver of Section 25.203 for this earth station application. 32 � 5 ' 31.30 " N LAT. SITE ID: SWUF 9608 East Old Vail Rd., Pima County, Tucson, AZ 110 � 47 ' 14.10 " W LONG. LOCATION: VIASAT KA1 9.1 meters ANTENNA ID: LEOP-9 0.00 dBW PSK MOD DIGITAL VIDEO / AUDIO 18300.0000 - 18800.0000 MHz 36M0G7W 0.00 dBW PSK MOD DIGITAL VIDEO
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  • to Assignment Juniper Content Corporation Page 5 of 22 E7541 SES-LIC-20081103-01443 E Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Application for Authority Lockheed Martin Corporation Nature of Service: Fixed Satellite Service Lockheed Martin Corporation filed a license application to operate in the Extended C-band, Conventional C-band and Ku-band. Lockheed requests waivers of Footnotes NG169 and NG185 os Section 2.106 and Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules, and to request reinstatement of its earth station as Grandfathered using 3650-3700 MHz frequency band. 40 � 38 ' 41.00 " N LAT. SITE ID: N-ANT 2 450 River Road, Warren, Carpentersville, NJ 75 � 11 ' 28.00 " W LONG. LOCATION: TIW N-ANT 2 14.224 meters ANTENNA ID: 120-00-00 83.60 dBW TT&C, GXD, and Transfer
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  • dBW Digital Video, Audio, and Data 14000.0000 - 14500.0000 MHz 72M0G7W Points of Communication: 1 - ALSAT - (ALSAT) 1 - INTELSAT AOR - (307.0 E.L.) E090024 SES-LIC-20090205-00147 E Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Application for Authority DIRECTV Enterprises, LLC Nature of Service: Direct to Home Fixed Satellite, Fixed Satellite Service Applicant request waivers of Section 25.115(e) and Section 25.203(b) of the Commission's rules. 33 � 49 ' 44.30 " N LAT. SITE ID: CBC 3800 Via Oro Ave., Los Angeles, Long Beach, CA 118 � 12 ' 42.90 " W LONG. LOCATION: Vertex RSI LBKA4 9.2 meters ANTENNA ID: 9mKa-01-00 0.00 dBW Modulation and Services PSK MOD Digital Video/Audio 18300.0000 - 18800.0000 MHz 36M0G7W 0.00 dBW Modulation and Services
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  • Service: Direct to Home Fixed Satellite, Fixed Satellite Service Page 3 of 22 DIRECTV Enterprises, LLC (DIRECTV) requests authorization for a new antenna to transmit a telecommand carrier/pointing beacon to be used with DIRECTV 10 or DIRECTV 11, Ka-band satellites operating at the nominal 103� W.L. and 99� W.L. orbital locations. DIRECTV request parial waiver of Sections 25.138(d), 25.115(e) and 25.203(b) of the Commission's rules. 43 � 37 ' 26.70 " N LAT. SITE ID: NEUF 56 Packard Drive, New Hampton, NH 71 � 38 ' 32.50 " W LONG. LOCATION: VertexRSI KA9 9.2 meters ANTENNA ID: 9MKa-01-00 0.00 dBW Phase Modulated Telemetry 18300.0000 - 18305.0000 MHz 106KG9D 76.00 dBW Multi-tone Frequency Modulated Pointing Beacon (Clear Sky) 29250.0000 - 29260.0000 MHz
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  • (n - 50) (dB) for n > 288 X = (1/69) (n + 402) (dB) Section 25.251(a) is modified to read as follows: � 25.251 Special requirements for coordination (a) The administrative aspects of the coordination process are set forth in �� 101.103(d) of this chapter in the case of coordination of terrestrial stations with earth stations and in � 25.203 in the case of coordination of earth stations with terrestrial stations. * * * * * PART 74-EXPERIMENTAL RADIO, AUXILIARY, SPECIAL BROADCAST AND OTHER PROGRAM DISTRIBUTIONAL SERVICES The authority citation for Part 74 continues to read as follows: AUTHORITY: 47 U.S.C. 154, 303, 307, and 554. Section 74.502(c) is amended to read as follows: � 74.502 Frequency assignment. * *
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  • (n - 50) (dB) for n > 288 X = (1/69) (n + 402) (dB) Section 25.251(a) is modified to read as follows: � 25.251 Special requirements for coordination (a) The administrative aspects of the coordination process are set forth in �� 101.103(d) of this chapter in the case of coordination of terrestrial stations with earth stations and in � 25.203 in the case of coordination of earth stations with terrestrial stations. * * * * * PART 74-EXPERIMENTAL RADIO, AUXILIARY, SPECIAL BROADCAST AND OTHER PROGRAM DISTRIBUTIONAL SERVICES The authority citation for Part 74 continues to read as follows: AUTHORITY: 47 U.S.C. 154, 303, 307, and 554. Section 74.502(c) is amended to read as follows: � 74.502 Frequency assignment. * *
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  • do, however, incorporate into the proposed rules the related concept of a ``demonstrated use'' requirement triggered by the denial by an FSS operator of an FS applicant's request to coordinate spectrum. We believe that this proposal is a more effective and equitable approach for addressing the concerns FWCC has raised in its pleadings. In particular, we propose to amend Section 25.203 to require an FSS earth station that has been licensed to operate in C- or Ku-band shared frequencies for 24 months or longer to demonstrate, in response to the denial of a request of an FS applicant to coordinate spectrum, that the FSS earth station denying coordination is using, has recently used, or has imminent plans to use the requested
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  • a specified number of years so as not to inhibit FS growth. Comments. Comsearch, SkyBridge and Boeing support applying to NGSO FSS gateways the existing coordination procedures for GSO FSS earth stations, with some modifications to account for the technical differences in NGSO FSS systems. For example, Comsearch indicates that our rules on earth station coordination information, contained in Section 25.203(c)(2), need to consider NGSO FSS system characteristics such as antenna pointing information. Comsearch also suggests that the Commission allow industry groups such as the National Spectrum Managers Association (``NSMA'') to suggest the appropriate rule changes and coordination data sufficient to account for NGSO FSS systems. Comsearch also recommends that NGSO FSS coordination contours be calculated using the ITU-R Recommendation IS.849
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  • number of earth station applications increases further. With regard to terrestrial wireless operations, none of the proposals herein affect the pre-licensing coordination requirements between earth station applicants and terrestrial operators that exist today. As a result, we do not expect any of the proposals to affect terrestrial wireless operations in frequency bands that are shared with FSS operations. Currently, Section 25.203(b) requires earth station operators in shared bands to show that they have coordinated with terrestrial wireless operations in their license applications. These coordination procedures are important, in part because some terrestrial operators in shared bands are police dispatchers and other public safety officials. Accordingly, we do not propose any revisions to these coordination requirements and procedures in this Notice. Instead,
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  • indispensable for coordinated sharing of the 29.25-29.5 GHz uplink band, we will not require NGSO/MSS applicants to propose operation with repeating ground tracks in order to be eligible for an uplink assignment in that band. However, any applicant for an NGSO/MSS uplink assignment in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band will have to comply with the provisions pertaining to coordination in Subsections 25.203(h) and 25.203(k). Such an applicant must also demonstrate that coordination with authorized GSO/FSS operation in that band is feasible, as required by the final paragraph of Section 25.258. To address Motorola's request for clarification concerning the possibility of future Iridium operation in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band: if the Iridium licensee were to apply for authority to operate in that band
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  • licensee shall notify the Commission of the complete technical parameters of each individual earth station site before that site is bought into operation under the lead authorization. Full frequency coordination of each individual site (e.g., for each satellite and the spectrum associated therewith) shall be completed prior to filing Commission notification. The coordination must be conducted in accordance with Section 25.203. Such notification shall be done by electronic filing and shall be consistent with the technical parameters of Schedule B of FCC Form 312. (c)(2)(iii) Following successful coordination of such an earth station, if the earth station operator does not file a lead application or a Schedule B within six months after it successfully completes coordination, it will be assumed that
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  • than twice the amount for which the licensee demonstrates an ``actual need,'' the Commission incorporated into the proposed rules the related concept of a ``demonstrated use.'' The FWCC/Onsat/Hughes NPRM stated that this requirement for ``demonstrated use'' would be triggered by an FSS operator's denial of an FS applicant's request to coordinate spectrum. Specifically, the FWCC/Onsat/Hughes NPRM proposed to amend section 25.203 to indicate that, if an FSS earth station that has been licensed to operate in C- or Ku-band shared frequencies for 24 months or longer denies an FS applicant's request to coordinate spectrum, the FSS earth station must demonstrate to the frequency coordinator that it is using, has recently used, or has plans to use the requested spectrum in the
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  • determine if its proposed link would lie within the coordination contour of existing satellite service earth stations. The applicant must also ensure that its proposed operations would not exceed the permissible level of interference allowed by our rules. We have recently updated some of the Part 25 coordination rules for satellite operations to accommodate new NGSO FSS systems. Specifically, Section 25.203 of our rules has been amended to reflect that information regarding calculation of coordination information can be found in Appendix S7 of the ITU Radio Regulation, and to reflect the relevant NGSO gateway station coordination information that must be provided to terrestrial users. Regarding the other issues raised by TIA and others regarding spectrum sharing between these services, we note
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  • government-commercial bands to provide information on half-power beam width. Finally, in the Notice, the Commission proposed updating a number of cross-references in Part 25 rules. In addition to those proposals, we invite comment on revising Section 25.161(b) so that the reference to the license renewal requirements is "Section 25.121(e) rather than "Section 25.120(e)." We also seek comment on revising Section 25.203(g)(1) so that the reference of FCC monitoring stations is "Section 0.121(b)" rather than "Section 0.121(c)." VII. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS In this Further Notice, we propose to reduce the minimum antenna size for routine processing of C-band earth stations to 3.7 meters. We also propose to begin the antenna gain envelope at 3� off-axis outside the GSO orbital plane for Ku-band
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  • government-commercial bands to provide information on half-power beam width. Finally, in the Notice, the Commission proposed updating a number of cross-references in Part 25 rules. In addition to those proposals, we invite comment on revising Section 25.161(b) so that the reference to the license renewal requirements is "Section 25.121(e) rather than "Section 25.120(e)." We also seek comment on revising Section 25.203(g)(1) so that the reference of FCC monitoring stations is "Section 0.121(b)" rather than "Section 0.121(c)." VII. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS In this Further Notice, we propose to reduce the minimum antenna size for routine processing of C-band earth stations to 3.7 meters. We also propose to begin the antenna gain envelope at 3� off-axis outside the GSO orbital plane for Ku-band
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  • See, e.g., Iridium LLC Concerning Use of the 1990-2025/2165-2200 MHz and Associated Frequency Bands for a Mobile-Satellite System, Order and Authorization, 16 FCC Rcd 13778, 13778 � 2 n.4 (2001) (Iridium Authorization). > (authorizing the use of 29.1-29.25 GHz band for transmissions from a site in Hawaii) (visited, Oct. 3, 2002). NGSO MSS earth station applicant must comply with Sections 25.203(h), 25.203(k) and related provisions of our rules to receive authority to operate in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band. See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(h), 25.203(k) (imposing additional technical requirements on NGSO MSS feeder link applicants in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band). See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. � 25.250 (restricting the operation of NGSO MSS feeder links in the 29.1-29.5 GHz band); 47 C.F.R.
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  • See, e.g., Iridium LLC Concerning Use of the 1990-2025/2165-2200 MHz and Associated Frequency Bands for a Mobile-Satellite System, Order and Authorization, 16 FCC Rcd 13778, 13778 � 2 n.4 (2001) (Iridium Authorization). > (authorizing the use of 29.1-29.25 GHz band for transmissions from a site in Hawaii) (visited, Oct. 3, 2002). NGSO MSS earth station applicant must comply with Sections 25.203(h), 25.203(k) and related provisions of our rules to receive authority to operate in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band. See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(h), 25.203(k) (imposing additional technical requirements on NGSO MSS feeder link applicants in the 29.25-29.5 GHz band). See, e.g., 47 C.F.R. � 25.250 (restricting the operation of NGSO MSS feeder links in the 29.1-29.5 GHz band); 47 C.F.R.
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  • as we did with respect to NGSO-like satellite licenses, we will require GSO-like satellite licensees to comply with applicable ITU requirements when we issue a license before we adopt frequency-band-specific service rules. We will also require GSO-like satellite licensees operating in bands shared with other commercial operations to communicate only with earth stations that have been coordinated pursuant to Section 25.203. Finally, we will coordinate with NTIA regarding the operations of GSO-like satellite licensees operating in bands shared by Government and non-Government uses. Establishing default service rules based on our two-degree-spacing policy provides an additional benefit by ensuring opportunities for competitive entry by GSO-like satellite operators. In addition, granting licenses before we adopt final service rules should allow licensees to meet
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  • as we did with respect to NGSO-like satellite licenses, we will require GSO-like satellite licensees to comply with applicable ITU requirements when we issue a license before we adopt frequency-band-specific service rules. We will also require GSO-like satellite licensees operating in bands shared with other commercial operations to communicate only with earth stations that have been coordinated pursuant to Section 25.203. Finally, we will coordinate with NTIA regarding the operations of GSO-like satellite licensees operating in bands shared by Government and non-Government uses. Establishing default service rules based on our two-degree-spacing policy provides an additional benefit by ensuring opportunities for competitive entry by GSO-like satellite operators. In addition, granting licenses before we adopt final service rules should allow licensees to meet
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  • stations. * * * * * (b) Except as provided in paragraph (j) of this section, receive-only earth stations in the fixed-satellite service that operate with U.S.-licensed satellites may be registered with the Commission in order to protect them from interference from terrestrial microwave stations in bands shared co-equally with the fixed service in accordance with the procedures of �� 25.203 and 25.251. * * * * * (j)(1) Except as set forth in this paragraph below, receive-only earth stations operating with non-U.S. licensed space stations shall file an FCC Form 312 requesting a license or modification to operate such station. (2) Receive-only earth stations used to receive transmissions from non-U.S.-licensed space stations on the Permitted Space Station List need not
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  • of this chapter, to the extent applicable. (d) The following information in narrative form shall be contained in each application: (1) General description of overall system facilities, operations and services; (2) If applicable, the feeder link and inter-satellite service frequencies requested for the satellite, together with any demonstration otherwise required by this chapter for use of those frequencies (see, e.g., �25.203(j) and (k)); (3) Predicted space station antenna gain contour(s) for each transmit and each receive antenna beam and nominal orbital location requested. These contour(s) should be plotted on an area map at 2 dB intervals down to 10 dB below the peak value of the parameter and at 5 dB intervals between 10 dB and 20 dB below the peak
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  • of this chapter, to the extent applicable. (d) The following information in narrative form shall be contained in each application: (1) General description of overall system facilities, operations and services; (2) If applicable, the feeder link and inter-satellite service frequencies requested for the satellite, together with any demonstration otherwise required by this chapter for use of those frequencies (see, e.g., �25.203(j) and (k)); (3) Predicted space station antenna gain contour(s) for each transmit and each receive antenna beam and nominal orbital location requested. These contour(s) should be plotted on an area map at 2 dB intervals down to 10 dB below the peak value of the parameter and at 5 dB intervals between 10 dB and 20 dB below the peak
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  • 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. (d) Applicants for an ancillary terrestrial component authority shall demonstrate compliance with the provisions of �� 1.924 and 25.203(e)-(g) and with �� 25.252, 25.253, or 25.254, as appropriate, through certification or explanatory technical exhibit. (e) Upon receipt of ATC authority, all ATC licensees must ensure continued compliance with this section and �� 25.252, 25.253, or 25.254, as appropriate. Section 25.201 is amended by amending and adding the following definitions in alphabetical order to read as follows: � 25.201 Definitions.
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  • 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. (d) Applicants for an ancillary terrestrial component authority shall demonstrate compliance with the provisions of �� 1.924 and 25.203(e)-(g) and with �� 25.252, 25.253, or 25.254, as appropriate, through certification or explanatory technical exhibit. (e) Upon receipt of ATC authority, all ATC licensees must ensure continued compliance with this section and �� 25.252, 25.253, or 25.254, as appropriate. Section 25.201 is amended by amending and adding the following definitions in alphabetical order to read as follows: � 25.201 Definitions.
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  • 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. (d) Applicants for an ancillary terrestrial component authority shall demonstrate that the applicant does or will comply with the provisions of �� 1.924 and 25.203(e)-(g) and with �� 25.252, 25.253, or 25.254, as appropriate, through certification or explanatory technical exhibit. (e) Except as provided for in paragraph (f) of this section, no application for an ancillary terrestrial component shall be granted until the applicant has demonstrated actual compliance with the provisions of subsection (b) of this section. Upon receipt of ATC authority, all ATC licensees
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  • (rel. Feb. 7, 2002); 47 C.F.R. � 25.201 (defining the mobile-satellite service). See 47 C.F.R. � 25.208; see also First R&O � 39. See ITU-R Working Party 9A (WP 9A) and Joint Working Party 4-9S (JWP 4-9S). See WRC-2000 Provisional Final Acts at Article S21. See First R&O �� 35-37 (discussing comments). See First R&O � 42; 47 C.F.R. �� 25.203 & 101.103. See First R&O � 42. See First R&O � 41. Skybridge points to the conclusions of the ITU-R study groups WP 9A, JWP 4-9S, and JTG 4-9-11. See Skybridge Reconsideration Petition at 47. Id. See generally 47 C.F.R. �25.208. Unlike GSO FSS systems, NGSO FSS satellites are in constant motion across the sky in different arcs. First R&O
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  • The C-band is composed of the 3700-4200 MHz band for FSS downlink operations paired with the band 5925-6425 MHz for uplink operations. Both bands are allocated to the FSS and the FS on a co-primary basis for non-Federal Government use. The band is extensively used by both services and sharing is made possible through our coordination procedures outlined in Sections 25.203 and 101.103 of our rules. ESV access to the C-band is more difficult than at Ku-band due to the prevalence of FS operations, but ESV operation in the C-band is desirable due to the global coverage of C-band satellites. Therefore, we propose to allow ESV operations in the C-band, subject to certain limitations to ensure the protection of incumbent users
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  • BAS and CARS operations in the 7 GHz and 13 GHz bands, rather than propose to require that all operations in the bands follow the same coordination procedures. Thus, NGSO and GSO FSS operators seeking to deploy new earth stations in these bands would continue to initiate coordination with mobile BAS and CARS operations using the coordination procedures in Sections 25.203, 25.251 and 101.103(d). Similarly, new mobile BAS and CARS operations initiating coordination in the 7 GHz and 13 GHz bands would continue to have the flexibility to use either the informal ad hoc local coordination procedures in Sections 74.638 and 78.36 or the coordination procedures in Section 101.103(d) to coordinate with FSS earth stations. We first address the coordination procedures
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  • general approach either through duplication of the procedures or direct reference to that section. For BAS, Section 74.638(b) incorporates by reference the coordination procedures in Section 101.103(d). For CARS, Section 78.36 describes the same, rather than incorporate by reference, the coordination procedures in Section 101.103(d). Likewise, similar rules govern the prior coordination of satellite earth stations. See 47 C.F.R. �� 25.203, 25.251. Frequency coordination is also required in the Private Land Mobile Radio Services (PLMRS). See 47 C.F.R. � 90.175. While such spot-markets in satellite capacity were not envisioned in the 1960's when our coordination approaches were first devised, today providers of satellite capacity provide such connectivity even on minute by minute basis, across various bands, and through numerous satellites. For
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  • stations in secondary services. See 47 CFR � 2.105(c)(2)(iii), which states that stations in secondary services "can claim protection, however, from harmful interference from stations of the same or other secondary service(s) to which frequencies may be assigned at a later date." Further, this policy is specifically stated with respect to primary satellite earth station applicants. See 47 CFR �� 25.203(a), (b), (c), (h), and (k). See Globalstar Big LEO Feeder Link Order, 11 FCC Rcd at 16413; ICO 2 GHz MSS Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 13766-67. The Globalstar Big LEO Feeder Link Order was adopted on November 18, 1996 and released on November 19, 1996; the ICO 2 GHz MSS Order was adopted and released on July 17, 2001.
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  • (Earth-to-space) 10.95-11.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) 11.45-11.7 GHz (space-to-Earth) 11.7-12.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) 14.0-14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space) ESVs shall be authorized and coordinated as set forth in �� 25.221 and 25.222 of this chapter. ESV operators, collectively, may coordinate up to 180 megahertz of spectrum in the 5925-6425 MHz (Earth-to-space) band for all ESV operations at any given location subject to coordination. 9. Section 25.203 is amended by revising paragraphs (a), (b), (d) and (k) and the introductory language in paragraph (c) to read as follow: � 25.203 Choice of sites and frequencies. (a) Sites and frequencies for earth stations, other than ESVs, operating in frequency bands shared with equal rights between terrestrial and space services, shall be selected, to the extent practicable, in areas
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  • (Earth-to-space) 10.95-11.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) 11.45-11.7 GHz (space-to-Earth) 11.7-12.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) 14.0-14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space) ESVs shall be authorized and coordinated as set forth in �� 25.221 and 25.222 of this chapter. ESV operators, collectively, may coordinate up to 180 megahertz of spectrum in the 5925-6425 MHz (Earth-to-space) band for all ESV operations at any given location subject to coordination. 9. Section 25.203 is amended by revising paragraphs (a), (b), (d) and (k) and the introductory language in paragraph (c) to read as follow: � 25.203 Choice of sites and frequencies. (a) Sites and frequencies for earth stations, other than ESVs, operating in frequency bands shared with equal rights between terrestrial and space services, shall be selected, to the extent practicable, in areas
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  • envelope, at 3.0� off-axis, rather than 1.5� off-axis. Adopting this proposal would enable the Commission to adopt routine processing standards for elliptical C-band earth station antennas. This, in turn, could reduce the costs of installing and operating C-band earth stations, particularly in the case of temporary-fixed earth stations. Also, we invite comment on whether the existing coordination procedure in Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules is adequate for coordinating elliptical C-band earth stations with terrestrial wireless operations. Finally, we invite comment on whether we should increase the minimum angle of elevation for elliptical C-band earth stations above the 5� minimum currently in the rules, to further reduce the possibility of harmful interference to terrestrial wireless operations, in the event that the
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  • envelope, at 3.0� off-axis, rather than 1.5� off-axis. Adopting this proposal would enable the Commission to adopt routine processing standards for elliptical C-band earth station antennas. This, in turn, could reduce the costs of installing and operating C-band earth stations, particularly in the case of temporary-fixed earth stations. Also, we invite comment on whether the existing coordination procedure in Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules is adequate for coordinating elliptical C-band earth stations with terrestrial wireless operations. Finally, we invite comment on whether we should increase the minimum angle of elevation for elliptical C-band earth stations above the 5� minimum currently in the rules, to further reduce the possibility of harmful interference to terrestrial wireless operations, in the event that the
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  • traffic switching and control centers. WorldCom and Spacenet support this proposal, and no one opposed it. Accordingly, we revise Section 25.134 to allow multiple hub stations under a single VSAT network license, for all the reasons set forth in the Notice. The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO), however, recommends placing a limitation on multiple-hub VSAT networks. NRAO observes that Section 25.203(f) establishes a "Quiet Zone" for radio astronomy in a 13,000 square mile area in Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. Under Section 25.203(f), anyone seeking a license in that area must notify the NRAO. NRAO is given 20 days to file an objection to the proposed operations with the Commission. If NRAO files an objection, Section 25.203(f) states that the Commission
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  • traffic switching and control centers. WorldCom and Spacenet support this proposal, and no one opposed it. Accordingly, we revise Section 25.134 to allow multiple hub stations under a single VSAT network license, for all the reasons set forth in the Notice. The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO), however, recommends placing a limitation on multiple-hub VSAT networks. NRAO observes that Section 25.203(f) establishes a "Quiet Zone" for radio astronomy in a 13,000 square mile area in Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. Under Section 25.203(f), anyone seeking a license in that area must notify the NRAO. NRAO is given 20 days to file an objection to the proposed operations with the Commission. If NRAO files an objection, Section 25.203(f) states that the Commission
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  • stringent criteria which fully consider actual ENG power, modulation, performance, or other requirements. See AWS Seventh Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 21364 and 21365, � 29. . The coordination distances or contours for FSS earth stations can vary from 100 km to 500 km, depending on terrain and various technical criteria. Our rules (47 C.F.R. �� 101.21(f), 101.103(d), 25.203, and 25.251) generally rely on the International Telecommunication Union (``ITU'') Appendix 7 technical definitions and techniques for performing the coordination. See International Telecommunication Union, Radio Regulations (2001), Appendix 7 (WRC-2000), Methods for the determination of the coordination area around an earth station in the frequency bands between 100 MHz and 105 GHz (``ITU Appendix 7''). ITU Appendix 7 addresses Non-Geostationary
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  • the ITU Radio Regulations describes a procedure for determining the coordination area for an earth station transmitting in a frequency band allocated to space services in both Earth-to-space and space-to-Earth directions. In other sharing situations, the Commission has successfully relied upon the ITU Appendix 7 coordination methodologies to effect coordination between the co-frequency earth stations of different services. Specifically, Section 25.203 in combination with Section 25.251 of our rules define a mechanism for coordination between terrestrial microwave stations and satellite earth stations that share frequency bands with equal rights. This mechanism is based upon the procedures set forth in Appendix 7 of the ITU Radio Regulations. Similarly, in the case of coordination between co-frequency reverse-band DBS feeder-link and BSS receiving earth
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  • the ITU Radio Regulations describes a procedure for determining the coordination area for an earth station transmitting in a frequency band allocated to space services in both Earth-to-space and space-to-Earth directions. In other sharing situations, the Commission has successfully relied upon the ITU Appendix 7 coordination methodologies to effect coordination between the co-frequency earth stations of different services. Specifically, Section 25.203 in combination with Section 25.251 of our rules define a mechanism for coordination between terrestrial microwave stations and satellite earth stations that share frequency bands with equal rights. This mechanism is based upon the procedures set forth in Appendix 7 of the ITU Radio Regulations. Similarly, in the case of coordination between co-frequency reverse-band DBS feeder-link and BSS receiving earth
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  • from the previously authorized earth station when considering system designs, including the choice of location for its license area. To make these decisions, future FS applicants must have access to relevant feeder link earth station characteristics. Accordingly, we make clear that all applicants for 17/24 GHz BSS feeder link earth stations are subject to the information filing requirements of Sections 25.203 and 25.251 of our rules, whether or not coordination is required on the basis of the pfd levels adopted above. Sharing in the 17 GHz Band Coordination with NTIA Encouraged: The Radiolocation Service is allocated use of the 15.7-17.3 GHz band on a primary basis, and the 17.3-17.7 GHz band on a secondary basis for U.S. Government systems. As stated
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  • as follows: � 25.202 Frequencies, frequency tolerance and emission limitations. * * * * * (a)(9) The following frequencies are available for use by Vehicle-Mounted Earth Stations (VMESs): 10.95-11.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) 11.45-11.7 GHz (space-to-Earth) 11.7-12.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) 14.0-14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space) VMESs shall be authorized as set forth in � 25.XXX of this chapter. * * * * * 10. Section 25.203 is amended by revising paragraphs (a), (b), (d) and (k) and the introductory language in paragraph (c) to read as follows: � 25.203 Choice of sites and frequencies. (a) Sites and frequencies for earth stations, other than ESVs or VMESs, operating in frequency bands shared with equal rights between terrestrial and space services, shall be selected, to the extent practicable,
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  • whether it should start the C-band antenna gain pattern envelope outside the GSO orbital plane, and the comparable C-band off-axis EIRP envelope, at 3.0� off-axis, rather than 1.5� off-axis. The Commission noted that adopting this proposal would facilitate routine processing standards for elliptical C-band earth station antennas. The Commission also invited comment on whether the existing coordination procedure in Section 25.203(c) of the Commission's rules is adequate for coordinating elliptical C-band earth stations with terrestrial wireless operations. Finally, the Commission inquired whether it should increase the minimum angle of elevation for elliptical C-band earth stations above the 5� minimum currently in the rules, to further reduce the possibility of harmful interference to terrestrial wireless operations, in the event that the Commission
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  • 160 kilometers proposed by the NPRM for RAS sites. Notification versus Coordination Background. SIA, which opposes the proposal in the NPRM to require VMES licensees to coordinate with US203 facilities, filed comments that seem to suggest that it would prefer us to require VMES operators to notify rather than coordinate with RAS facilities. In its comments, SIA referred to � 25.203(f) of the rules, which requires applicants (but excluding applicants for ``mobile'' station authorizations, among others) to notify the National Radio Astronomy Observatory of the technical parameters of an earth station that would operate within the ``Quiet Zone'' for radio astronomy. SIA observed that the Commission had been considering a proposal, in the Sixth Report and Order and Third Further Notice,
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  • various other means. Accordingly, the Commission sought comment on what modifications, if any, were necessary to the prior coordination rules to protect mobile BAS/CARS users in the band. Commenters representing both GSO and NGSO FSS interests in both the 7 GHz and 13 GHz bands fully support and urge adoption of the FSS and FS prior coordination procedures in Sections 25.203(c) and 101.103(d) for coordinating GSO or NGSO FSS with fixed BAS/CARS facilities. Commenters note that such procedures have proven successful in coordinating similar FS fixed facilities with GSO or NGSO FSS earth stations in or near the 7 GHz and 13 GHz bands. Commenters also state that they expect to be able to protect fixed BAS/CARS facilities at 13 GHz
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  • obtained a modification to its authorization. Nothing in this Order affects these requirements in any way. See DISCO II First Reconsideration Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 7213 n.31. Moreover, we note that that placing a satellite on the Ka-band Permitted List does not affect the coordination requirements of any earth station communicating with that satellite. For example, pursuant to Section 25.203(k) of the Commission's rules, 47 C.F.R. � 25.203(k), all Ka-band earth station applicants must show in their license applications that they will not cause harmful interference to any co-primary feeder link earth stations operating in all or part of the frequency bands in which they plan to operate, or certify that their operations will be consistent with the coordination agreements
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  • geographic regions on the surface of the Earth where U.S. Department of Defense meteorological satellite systems or National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration meteorological satellite systems, or both such systems, are receiving signals from low earth orbiting satellites. Also, geographic areas around Ka-band feeder-link earth stations in the 1.6/2.4 GHz Mobile Satellite Service are determined in the manner specified in Section 25.203(j) of this Chapter. * * * * * Routine processing or licensing. A licensing process whereby applications are processed in an expedited manner. To be eligible for routine processing, an application must be complete in all regards, must be consistent with all Commission Rules, and must not raise any policy issues. With respect to fixed earth station licensing (including temporary
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  • return of applications. 25.153 Repetitious applications. 25.154 Opposition to applications and other pleadings. 25.155 Mutually exclusive applications. 25.156 Consideration of applications. FORFEITURE, TERMINATION, AND REINSTATEMENT OF STATION AUTHORIZATION 25.160 Administrative sanctions. 25.161 Automatic termination of station authorization. 25.162 Cause for termination of interference protection. 25.163 Reinstatement. Subpart C - Technical Standards 25.201 Definitions. 25.202 Frequencies, frequency tolerance and emission limitations. 25.203 Choice of sites and frequencies. 25.204 Power limits. 25.205 Minimum angle of antenna elevation. 25.206 Station identification. 25.207 Cessation of emissions. 25.208 Power flux density limits. Federal Communications Commission FCC 97-70 78 25.209 Antenna performance standards. 25.210 Technical requirements for space stations in the Fixed-Satellite Service. 25.211 Video transmissions in the Domestic Fixed-Satellite Service. 25.212 Narrowband transmission in the Fixed-Satellite
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  • 13.Nynex Corporation 14.Orion Network Systems, Inc. 15.Pacific Telesis 16.Telecommunications Industry Association 17.Teledesic Corporation 18.Texas Instruments, Inc. 19.TRW Inc. 59 Appendix B Rule Amendments to 47 C.F.R. Part 25 and Part 101 of the Commission's rules Part 25 of the Commission's Rules and Regulations (Chapter I of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations) is amended as follows: 1. Section 25.203 is amended by adding paragraph (h), to read as follows: � 25.203 * * * * * (h) Sites and frequencies for GSO and NGSO earth stations, operating in a frequency band where both have a co-primary allocation, shall be selected to avoid earth station antenna mainlobe-to- satellite antenna mainlobe coupling, between NGSO systems and between NGSO and GSO systems,
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  • are particularly concerned with incumbent FS operations that are used for public and other types of safety services. For these types of services, even rare interference occurrences could create an unacceptable public or safety hazard; thus, these operations should be protected from harmful interference.100 98 See October 28, 1999 ex parte filing of FWCC. 99 See e.g., 47 C.F.R. �� 25.203 and 101.103. 100 Harmful interference is that which endangers the functioning of a radionavigation service or other safety services or seriously degrades, obstructs, or repeatedly interrupts a radiocommunication service operating in accordance with Commission rules. See 47 C.F.R. � 2.1. Federal Communications Commission FCC 00-418 23 (ii) Coordination of NGSO FSS with FS stations 43. Proposal. The NPRM proposed that
• http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Orders/2000/fcc00233.doc
  • Clarification at 4. Because this petition addresses the MSS/FS sharing issue, we will treat the petition and the comments thereon of the Association of America's Railroads as comment in response to the Third Notice, and address them here. See id. See AAR Comments at 2 (emphasis in original). See ICO, Opposition to Petition at 3 (citing 47 C.F.R. �� 25.130, 25.203, 2.105). See Inmarsat Comments at 6. See Letter from G. Rosenblatt, TIA, to M. Salas, Federal Communications Commission, Nov. 11, 1999 (cover letter submitting TIA, Criteria and Methodology to Assess Interference Between Systems in the Fixed Service and the Mobile-Satellite Service in the Band 2165-2200 MHz, TSB86 (Telecommunications Industry Association 1999)). TSB86 was developed by a Joint Working Group comprised
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  • a specified number of years so as not to inhibit FS growth. Comments. Comsearch, SkyBridge and Boeing support applying to NGSO FSS gateways the existing coordination procedures for GSO FSS earth stations, with some modifications to account for the technical differences in NGSO FSS systems. For example, Comsearch indicates that our rules on earth station coordination information, contained in Section 25.203(c)(2), need to consider NGSO FSS system characteristics such as antenna pointing information. Comsearch also suggests that the Commission allow industry groups such as the National Spectrum Managers Association (``NSMA'') to suggest the appropriate rule changes and coordination data sufficient to account for NGSO FSS systems. Comsearch also recommends that NGSO FSS coordination contours be calculated using the ITU-R Recommendation IS.849
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  • relatively large antenna diameters and are not expected to be Federal Communications Commission FCC 98-235 59 In the band 18.6-18.8 GHz, the fixed satellite service shall be limited to a PFD at the Earth's surface of -101 dBW/m2 in a 200 MHz band for all angles of arrival. See 47 C.F.R. � 2.106, footnote US255. 60 See 47 C.F.R. �� 25.203, 101.103. 17 ubiquitously deployed. We also note that the 18.6-18.8 GHz band is also allocated to the EES (passive) and SR (passive) services and a strict Power Flux Density ("PFD") limit is placed on fixed satellite service operations in this band.59 Adherence to this PFD limit may require the use in this band of satellite earth stations with higher gain
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  • do, however, incorporate into the proposed rules the related concept of a ``demonstrated use'' requirement triggered by the denial by an FSS operator of an FS applicant's request to coordinate spectrum. We believe that this proposal is a more effective and equitable approach for addressing the concerns FWCC has raised in its pleadings. In particular, we propose to amend Section 25.203 to require an FSS earth station that has been licensed to operate in C- or Ku-band shared frequencies for 24 months or longer to demonstrate, in response to the denial of a request of an FS applicant to coordinate spectrum, that the FSS earth station denying coordination is using, has recently used, or has imminent plans to use the requested
• http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/International/Orders/2000/fcc00302.doc
  • feeder link spectrum for the 2 GHz MSS system proponents to provide commercial service. Given our past reliance on MSS operators to coordinate conflicting frequency uses in shared feeder link bands, and based on the record before us, we require the 2 GHz MSS operators, and their associated gateway earth station licensees, to comply with the coordination requirements of Section 25.203(k) of the Commission's rules. This requirement should further enhance the 2 GHz MSS providers' ability to access adequate feeder link spectrum to provide service. The Notice also generated considerable comment from the Fixed Wireless Communications Coalition (FWCC) and its membership regarding allocation of MSS feeder links in frequencies that are heavily used by the fixed services. FWCC advocates that, should
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  • Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service LOCATION: SITE ID: 1 AUSTIN, TX E859623 SES-MOD-19980916-01345 MARITIME TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK, INC. Date Effective: 03/19/1999 Class of Station: Denied Fixed Earth Stations Application for Modification 11/19/1995 - 11/19/2005 Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service The applicant did not submit a frequency coordination study or a notification for the proposed 11.3-meter antenna as required under the Section 25.203 of the Commission's Rules. Therefore, the application is hereby denied. LOCATION: SITE ID: 1 200 Telegraph Hill Road, MONMOUTH, HOLMDEL, NJ Page 1 of 7 E881158 SES-MOD-19990219-00243 WATSON COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC. Date Effective: 03/16/1999 Class of Station: Grant of Authority Fixed Earth Stations Application for Modification 02/17/1999 - 02/17/2009 Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service "MOD" to add Remote Control
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  • UNITS), CONUS LOCATION: KA98 SES-MOD-20000622-01008 MCI WORLDCOM NETWORK SERVICES, INC. Application for Modification Date Effective: 09/19/2000 Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Dismissed by Delegated Authority Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service, International Fixed Satellite Service Page 4 of 7 MCI Worldcom Network Services, Inc. did not submit a frequency coordination study for the new location as required under Section 25.203 of the Commission's Rules. Accordingly, this application is hereby dismissed pursuant to Section 5.112(a)(2) of the Commission's Rules. SITE ID: 1 1295 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD., SHENANDOAH, QUICKSBURG, VA LOCATION: E990451 SES-MOD-20000717-01161 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Application for Modification 02/17/2000 - 02/17/2010 Date Effective: 09/15/2000 Class of Station: VSAT Network Grant of Authority Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service, International
• http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/International/Public_Notices/2000/pnin0230.pdf
  • SES-MOD-20000622-01007 MCI WORLDCOM NETWORK SERVICES, INC. Application for Modification Date Effective: 10/02/2000 Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Dismissed by Delegated Authority Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service, International Fixed Satellite Service An examination of the above-referenced application finds that MCI Worldcom Network Services, Inc. did not submit a frequency coordination study for the new location as required under Section 25.203 of the Commission's Rules. Accordingly, the above-referenced application is hereby dismissed pursuant t Section 25.112(a)(2) of the Commission's Rules. SITE ID: 1 6A LAKE HERMAN RD., SOLANO, VALLEJO, CA LOCATION: E000374 SES-REG-20000728-01246 FOX BROADCASTING CORPORATION Registration 07/28/2000 - 07/28/2010 Date Effective: 09/27/2000 Class of Station: Fixed Earth Stations Grant of Authority Nature of Service:Domestic Fixed Satellite Service SITE ID: 1
• http://www.fcc.gov/ogc/documents/opinions/2001/00-1466.doc http://www.fcc.gov/ogc/documents/opinions/2001/00-1466.html http://www.fcc.gov/ogc/documents/opinions/2001/00-1466.pdf
  • the two are located too close together on the spectrum. See In re Redesignation of the 17.7-19.7 GHz Frequency Band, Comments of Teledesic LLC, IB Docket No. 98-172 (Nov. 19, 1998), at 3-4 ("Teledesic Comments"), reprinted in Joint Appendix ("J.A.") 150-51. Under the co-primary system, all users must coordinate with one another to prevent such interference. See 47 C.F.R. �� 25.203 (setting forth coordination procedures for selection of sites and frequencies), 101.103(d) (setting forth frequency coordination procedures). By 1998, satellite companies had advised the Commission about the "ubiquitous" nature of the networks they planned to construct. NPRM, 13 F.C.C.R. at 19,933 p 18. They urged the Commission to adopt "blanket licensing" for satellite systems, in which a large number of stations