AM1 • 15
PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT FCC INFORMATION
The AM1 is classified by the FCC as an “intentional radiator,” and it’s
operation is covered by Part 15 of the FCC rules which were updated in June
1989. In brief, what you need to know about these rules is that your AM
broadcaster must not interfere with AM radio or TV reception of other people.
As designed, the AM1 complies with FCC technical requirements for devices
used in the AM broadcast band.
The individual kit builder and all end users of this device assume
responsibility for lawful uses conforming to the FCC part,15 rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause any harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
These rules are published in 100 “Parts,” covering anything imaginable
concerning the topic of “Telecommunications.” The six books containing the
FCC rules are section 47 of the complete Code of Federal Regulations,
which you are likely to find in the reference section of your local Public
Library. If you have any legal questions concerning your AM1 or any home
built device which emits RF energy, it is your responsibility to study the FCC
regulations. It is best if you personally read the rules (and consult with a
lawyer if you’re in doubt) and not bother understaffed and busy FCC
employees with questions that are clearly answered in the rules. A sign on
the side of one of David Copperfield's tour trucks comes to mind - “Only fools
disturb sleeping tigers!”
Here are what we feel are the primary “do’s and don’ts” picked from the
current FCC rules, as of May, 1990. This is only a brief look at the rules and
should not be construed to be the absolute complete legal interpretation!
It is up to you to operate within the current Part 15 rules and Ramsey
Electronics, Inc. cannot be held responsible for any violation thereof.
Licensed Broadcast stations and their listeners have all the rights! Your non-
licensed use of any device such as the AM1 has absolutely no rights at all
over the rights of a licensed broadcast operator. If your operation of the AM1
interferes with anyone’s use or enjoyment of an FCC licensed transmission
of any kind, your only choice is to immediately terminate or change the
operation of your low power transmitter.
For some frequency bands, the FCC sets 100 milliwatts as the maximum
permitted power for unlicensed, home built transmitting devices. It is also
noted that the combined length of the antenna and feedline (coaxial cable or
other) must not exceed 10 feet.
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