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February 5, 2015
Volume 9, Issue 2
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EWA Private Enterprise Broadband (PEBB)
EWA and Pacific DataVision filed Joint Reply Comments in response to the FCC’s invitation for interested parties to respond to the proposal to realign the 900 MHz Commercial and B/ILT allocation in order to create a 3/3 MHz PEBB opportunity, while continuing to accommodate the ongoing need for narrowband systems (12.5 kHz) that would be established within a 2/2 MHz segment of the band. While the majority of those filing reply comments continued to stress the necessity of ensuring that a comparable system transition take place should the FCC determine to proceed with this initiative, many commenters noted that this proposal would potentially serve Private Enterprise and Critical Infrastructure broadband requirements that are not presently accommodated through unlicensed or commercial network solutions. Learn more: EWA and PDV joint Press Release. |
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Use EWA's Complimentary Services to Manage Spectrum Expectations
Many applicants for 150-512 MHz spectrum are taking advantage of EWA’s complimentary service that provides critical information about the use of EWA-certified channels. EWA notifications are automatically emailed during the EWA frequency coordination process, and serve to confirm requested system technical parameters and provide applicable FCC rules governing the operation of the just-coordinated system. More
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The New Benchmark in "Advanced Telecommunications"
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler addressed the status of FCC’s ongoing broadband effort in his Broadband Progress Report and acknowledged that despite the notable progress made, challenges still exist in ensuring that all Americans benefit from improving and fast broadband networks in a timely fashion. More
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700 MHz Spectrum Reserved for Public Safety T-Band Licensees
Public Safety T-Band incumbents located within 80 km of one of the eleven cities where 470-512 MHz spectrum is available, will be granted a five year priority access to 700 MHz reserved channels for General Use under administration of the Regional Planning Committees (RPCs). We are unsure whether this solution is sufficient to accommodate the public safety users who use T-Band today and whether there are relocation reimbursement funds available for public safety licensees who choose to leave T-Band at this time. Of course, there is no mention of accommodating Business/Industrial T-Band licensees. Public Notice |
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Electronic Licensing Available February 17
The Commission will officially implement the program to provide further enhancements to the Commission's Universal Licensing System (ULS) and Antenna Structure System (ASR) on February 17 by providing authorized licenses through those systems or via email. Licensees will still have the option of receiving paper licenses by mail. Public Notice |
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Even AT&T Must Keep Licenses in Order
AT&T was issued a fine of $640,000 for operating various wireless stations without the proper authorizations over three and a half to four years and for failing to provide license modifications to the FCC in a timely manner. The Commission notes that a sophisticated licensee such as AT&T should have properly reviewed its newly acquired licenses to ensure they were operating within the parameters of their license authorization. |
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Intentional Wi-Fi Hot Spot Interference Spurs FCC Enforcement Action
The FCC Enforcement Bureau has noted increased incidents where commercial properties block consumers from using their own personal Wi-Fi hot spots on the premises has taken aggressive action in investigating these cases. The most recent case resulted in Marriott International, Inc. paying a civil penalty of $600,000 after admitting that the consumers it blocked on their premises posed no security threat to Marriott’s network. The Commission is investigating similar cases and will take the appropriate action against violators. Public Notice |
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An Airline vs. Fire Department
American Airlines of San Francisco, CA was issued a Notice of Violation following a harmful interference complaint by the Milpitas Fire Department to their licensed operations WNJP888 on 460.625 MHz, located at the San Francisco International Airport. American Airlines was cited for failing to take immediate action to cease operations, operating on an unauthorized frequency and not taking the necessary precautions to avoid causing harmful interference. |
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... EWA Interference Mitigation Efforts
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Quick Identification
In early 2014 a school in Los Angeles began experiencing interference on its UHF channel. A co-channel frequency search revealed that the closest licensed user was located one mile away and using a properly licensed digital voice and data system. Further research showed the co-channel user had modified their license in September of 2014 to add the digital emission designators which coincided with the timeframe the interference began. The co-channel licensee contact information was provided to the school so they can work together to resolve the problem.
A Mystery in Connecticut
A water company started losing information on their VHF telemetry system due to strong adjacent data packet interruptions. A frequency search was performed on both the adjacent channel and co-channel frequencies and it was noted that there were no other licensed users on either frequency within a 150 mile radius. The company stated that it would continue to monitor the situation suspecting that there was an unlicensed operator nearby.
May I Share Please?
EWA received a complaint from a radio dealer in New Jersey advising that one of their customers, who operated an analog system, was receiving substantial interference “bleeding through on their customer’s PL”, and monitoring revealed a 50% channel occupancy by the offending system. A co-channel frequency search identified a user licensed for digital voice emissions located 4.2 miles away. Contact information was provided to enable the two parties to work out a suitable resolution.
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Visit with EWA at these upcoming events:
Great Lakes MSS (GLMSS) Association Spring Meeting
Feb 5-7, 2015
Don Cesar Hotel, St. Pete Beach, FL
Learn more
Motorola Channel Partner Expo (CPE)
March 15-17, 2015
Aria, Las Vegas, NV
International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE)
March 18-20, 2015
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Learn more
2015 EDMSSA Spring Meeting
April 21 - May 1, 2015
Hershey Lodge, Hershey, PA
Learn more
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Metrotalk, Inc – Lorton, VA
Professional Communications – Brenham, TX
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WHAT YOU'RE SAYING ABOUT EWA
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“You couldn't pry me loose from Enterprise Wireless and Ila Dudley for love or money. I'm fiercely loyal to EWA as they can take "stupid speak" and actually get the thing accomplished and licensed and I never have to look back.”
Dave Ross – Eden Radio
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