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I do not have the link to the proceeding but t is known as 04-186 and a quick Google should get you to it. It is on the FCC.gov website someplace. Anyone have a link to it? The power limits are spelled out there I believe. The public process on 04-186 is complete now. We will have what we have according to that proceeding. It is a good rulemaking for us. I think we should be able to ask for some adaptations in the future which could allow for some protections if we show substantial use of the band for public safety, government, economic development and general good of the public. Most of you guys already do this so it should be easy. For those of you who have not tapped into the killer application of public safety (police cars, firetrucks, civil defense, disaster preparedness, etc.) you need to get with the program. If you become the best friend of the head of your (EOC) Emergency Operations Center for your county then you will have a ticket to do most anything you need to protect and serve using good spectrum in your community. I whole heartedly believe this is the path to entrenching us into the fabric of communications from now on in our service areas. Cheers, Scriv Dylan Oliver wrote: Has there been any word on what the power limitations in the whitespace band will be? Or is this up to the FCC when the bills pass? I wish the band was WISP-only, and registered like 3650 to keep things proper. Thanks, -- Dylan Oliver Primaverity, LLC -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
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Yes, when you start working with Cities and giving them good service, they remember It is nice to have someone call you asking for service because Mr. x from another city liked your work. John -Original Message- From: John Scrivner [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 9, 2006 08:33 AM To: 'WISPA General List' Subject: Re: [Fwd: RE: [WISPA] TV spectrum] I do not have the link to the proceeding but t is known as 04-186 and a quick Google should get you to it. It is on the FCC.gov website someplace. Anyone have a link to it? The power limits are spelled out there I believe. The public process on 04-186 is complete now. We will have what we have according to that proceeding. It is a good rulemaking for us. I think we should be able to ask for some adaptations in the future which could allow for some protections if we show substantial use of the band for public safety, government, economic development and general good of the public. Most of you guys already do this so it should be easy. For those of you who have not tapped into the killer application of public safety (police cars, firetrucks, civil defense, disaster preparedness, etc.) you need to get with the program. If you become the best friend of the head of your (EOC) Emergency Operations Center for your county then you will have a ticket to do most anything you need to protect and serve using good spectrum in your community. I whole heartedly believe this is the path to entrenching us into the fabric of communications from now on in our service areas. Cheers, Scriv Dylan Oliver wrote: Has there been any word on what the power limitations in the whitespace band will be? Or is this up to the FCC when the bills pass? I wish the band was WISP-only, and registered like 3650 to keep things proper. Thanks, -- Dylan Oliver Primaverity, LLC -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/ -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
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All, I guess at this point I am at a loss of words. The original press release with contact info was posted in my first email. Did the contact person at the TIA ever get back to you about the press release? What should be done in the future to avoid a situation like this? I was under the impression there were people on this list to make corrections when the media passes on misinformation. We do need to thank Frannie for clearing this up. Below is a link to explain why 608-614 Mhz spectrum cannot be used for wireless broadband. http://www.medical.philips.com/us/products/patient_monitoring/products/philips_telemetry_system/index.html Philips Telemetry System (608-614 MHz) Fresh capabilities for our proven system (operating at 608-614 MHz) Philips classic telemetry systems are installed in thousands of healthcare facilities around the world, and they have proven both durable and adaptable for over a decade. Upgraded transmitters combine standard and EASI derived 12-lead ECG* monitoring on a single device, run on AA batteries, and provide audio feedback for many tasks. They’re also upgradeable to run on our cellular telemetry system. Apologies to all, Dawn DiPietro John Scrivner wrote: We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ‘‘American Broadband for Communities Act’’. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *‘‘SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE. * ‘‘Any unused broadcast television spectrum in the band between 54 and 698 megaHertz, inclusive, other than spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 mega- Hertz, inclusive, may be used by unlicensed devices, in- cluding wireless broadband devices.’’. ** *SEC. 3. FCC TO FACILITATE USE. * Within 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission shall— (1) adopt minimal technical and device rules in ET Docket Nos. 02–380 and 04–186 to facilitate the robust and efficient use of the spectrum made available under section 342 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 342) by unlicensed devices, including wireless broadband devices; and (2) establish rules and procedures to— (A) protect incumbent licensed services, in- cluding broadcast television and public safety equipment, operating pursuant to their licenses 3 from harmful interference from such unlicensed devices; (B) address complaints from licensed broadcast stations that an unlicensed device using such spectrum causes harmful inter- ference that include verification, in the field, of actual harmful interference; (C) require manufacturers of unlicensed devices designed to be operated in this spectrum to submit a plan to the Commission to remedy actual harmful interference to the extent that harmful interference is found by the Commis- sion which may include disabling or modifying the unlicensed device remotely; and (D) require certification of unlicensed de- vices designed to be operated in that spectrum to ensure that they meet the technical criteria established under paragraph (1) and can per- form the functions described in subparagraph (C). March 31, 2006 (3:22 PM) *From:* John Scrivner [mailto:[EMAIL
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Thanks Dawn. I was in a bit of a panic when I asked for the contact info for the fist press release. I went back and re-read your post after that and contacted the TIA press agent directly. I copied this list on that message asking for them to correct the information. Thanks all and so sorry, Scriv Dawn DiPietro wrote: All, I guess at this point I am at a loss of words. The original press release with contact info was posted in my first email. Did the contact person at the TIA ever get back to you about the press release? What should be done in the future to avoid a situation like this? I was under the impression there were people on this list to make corrections when the media passes on misinformation. We do need to thank Frannie for clearing this up. Below is a link to explain why 608-614 Mhz spectrum cannot be used for wireless broadband. http://www.medical.philips.com/us/products/patient_monitoring/products/philips_telemetry_system/index.html Philips Telemetry System (608-614 MHz) Fresh capabilities for our proven system (operating at 608-614 MHz) Philips classic telemetry systems are installed in thousands of healthcare facilities around the world, and they have proven both durable and adaptable for over a decade. Upgraded transmitters combine standard and EASI derived 12-lead ECG* monitoring on a single device, run on AA batteries, and provide audio feedback for many tasks. They’re also upgradeable to run on our cellular telemetry system. Apologies to all, Dawn DiPietro John Scrivner wrote: We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ‘‘American Broadband for Communities Act’’. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *‘‘SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE. * ‘‘Any unused broadcast television spectrum in the band between 54 and 698 megaHertz, inclusive, other than spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 mega- Hertz, inclusive, may be used by unlicensed devices, in- cluding wireless broadband devices.’’. ** *SEC. 3. FCC TO FACILITATE USE. * Within 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission shall— (1) adopt minimal technical and device rules in ET Docket Nos. 02–380 and 04–186 to facilitate the robust and efficient use of the spectrum made available under section 342 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 342) by unlicensed devices, including wireless broadband devices; and (2) establish rules and procedures to— (A) protect incumbent licensed services, in- cluding broadcast television and public safety equipment, operating pursuant to their licenses 3 from harmful interference from such unlicensed devices; (B) address complaints from licensed broadcast stations that an unlicensed device using such spectrum causes harmful inter- ference that include verification, in the field, of actual harmful interference; (C) require manufacturers of unlicensed devices designed to be operated in this spectrum to submit a plan to the Commission to remedy actual harmful interference to the extent that harmful interference is found by the Commis- sion which may include disabling or modifying the unlicensed device remotely; and (D) require certification of unlicensed de- vices
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I'll tell all of the wispa list members something. JOHN SCRIVNER is on of the best allies any of us have. His untiring devotion to the WISP industry is amazing. MARLON SHAFER also has but endless hours of volunteer time into this effort. These two gentlemen deserve a standing ovation from around the country. I have been relatively absent from the list the last few months building new systems and rebuilding old systems. I owed my staff, my business and my customers some time dedicated to them. Hopefully, I can start getting more involved again to help stimulate this legislation. Thanks to all who have sent letters and commented on this legislation. Lets all keep it up. Regards, Rick Harnish President OnlyInternet Broadband Wireless, Inc. 260-827-2482 Office 260-307-4000 Cell 260-918-4340 VoIP www.oibw.net [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Scrivner Sent: Saturday, April 08, 2006 10:58 AM To: WISPA General List Cc: Frannie Wellings Subject: Re: [Fwd: RE: [WISPA] TV spectrum] Thanks Dawn. I was in a bit of a panic when I asked for the contact info for the fist press release. I went back and re-read your post after that and contacted the TIA press agent directly. I copied this list on that message asking for them to correct the information. Thanks all and so sorry, Scriv Dawn DiPietro wrote: All, I guess at this point I am at a loss of words. The original press release with contact info was posted in my first email. Did the contact person at the TIA ever get back to you about the press release? What should be done in the future to avoid a situation like this? I was under the impression there were people on this list to make corrections when the media passes on misinformation. We do need to thank Frannie for clearing this up. Below is a link to explain why 608-614 Mhz spectrum cannot be used for wireless broadband. http://www.medical.philips.com/us/products/patient_monitoring/products/phili ps_telemetry_system/index.html Philips Telemetry System (608-614 MHz) Fresh capabilities for our proven system (operating at 608-614 MHz) Philips classic telemetry systems are installed in thousands of healthcare facilities around the world, and they have proven both durable and adaptable for over a decade. Upgraded transmitters combine standard and EASI derived 12-lead ECG* monitoring on a single device, run on AA batteries, and provide audio feedback for many tasks. They're also upgradeable to run on our cellular telemetry system. Apologies to all, Dawn DiPietro John Scrivner wrote: We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ''American Broadband for Communities Act''. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *''SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE. * ''Any unused broadcast television spectrum in the band between 54 and 698 megaHertz, inclusive, other than spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 mega- Hertz, inclusive, may be used by unlicensed devices, in- cluding wireless broadband devices.''. ** *SEC. 3. FCC TO FACILITATE USE. * Within 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act
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Rick and All, I agree. Thank you to everyone that has helped put this whole organization together and stuck it out even when the membership and lists get restless and cranky. ;-) Regards, Dawn DiPietro On 4/8/06, Rick Harnish [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'll tell all of the wispa list members something. JOHN SCRIVNER is on of the best allies any of us have. His untiring devotion to the WISP industry is amazing. MARLON SHAFER also has but endless hours of volunteer time into this effort. These two gentlemen deserve a standing ovation from around the country. I have been relatively absent from the list the last few months building new systems and rebuilding old systems. I owed my staff, my business and my customers some time dedicated to them. Hopefully, I can start getting more involved again to help stimulate this legislation. Thanks to all who have sent letters and commented on this legislation. Lets all keep it up. Regards, Rick Harnish President OnlyInternet Broadband Wireless, Inc. 260-827-2482 Office 260-307-4000 Cell 260-918-4340 VoIP www.oibw.net [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Scrivner Sent: Saturday, April 08, 2006 10:58 AM To: WISPA General List Cc: Frannie Wellings Subject: Re: [Fwd: RE: [WISPA] TV spectrum] Thanks Dawn. I was in a bit of a panic when I asked for the contact info for the fist press release. I went back and re-read your post after that and contacted the TIA press agent directly. I copied this list on that message asking for them to correct the information. Thanks all and so sorry, Scriv Dawn DiPietro wrote: All, I guess at this point I am at a loss of words. The original press release with contact info was posted in my first email. Did the contact person at the TIA ever get back to you about the press release? What should be done in the future to avoid a situation like this? I was under the impression there were people on this list to make corrections when the media passes on misinformation. We do need to thank Frannie for clearing this up. Below is a link to explain why 608-614 Mhz spectrum cannot be used for wireless broadband. http://www.medical.philips.com/us/products/patient_monitoring/products/phili ps_telemetry_system/index.html Philips Telemetry System (608-614 MHz) Fresh capabilities for our proven system (operating at 608-614 MHz) Philips classic telemetry systems are installed in thousands of healthcare facilities around the world, and they have proven both durable and adaptable for over a decade. Upgraded transmitters combine standard and EASI derived 12-lead ECG* monitoring on a single device, run on AA batteries, and provide audio feedback for many tasks. They're also upgradeable to run on our cellular telemetry system. Apologies to all, Dawn DiPietro John Scrivner wrote: We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ''American Broadband for Communities Act''. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *''SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE
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It is a little strange to have a few MHz be left out, but with that range, who cares? This will make for some very cool possibilities... John -Original Message- From: John Scrivner [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 7, 2006 09:24 PM To: wireless@wispa.org Subject: [Fwd: RE: [WISPA] TV spectrum] We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ‘‘American Broadband for Communities Act’’. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *‘‘SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE. * ‘‘Any unused broadcast television spectrum in the band between 54 and 698 megaHertz, inclusive, other than spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 mega- Hertz, inclusive, may be used by unlicensed devices, in- cluding wireless broadband devices.’’. ** *SEC. 3. FCC TO FACILITATE USE. * Within 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission shall— (1) adopt minimal technical and device rules in ET Docket Nos. 02–380 and 04–186 to facilitate the robust and efficient use of the spectrum made available under section 342 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 342) by unlicensed devices, including wireless broadband devices; and (2) establish rules and procedures to— (A) protect incumbent licensed services, in- cluding broadcast television and public safety equipment, operating pursuant to their licenses 3 from harmful interference from such unlicensed devices; (B) address complaints from licensed broadcast stations that an unlicensed device using such spectrum causes harmful inter- ference that include verification, in the field, of actual harmful interference; (C) require manufacturers of unlicensed devices designed to be operated in this spectrum to submit a plan to the Commission to remedy actual harmful interference to the extent that harmful interference is found by the Commis- sion which may include disabling or modifying the unlicensed device remotely; and (D) require certification of unlicensed de- vices designed to be operated in that spectrum to ensure that they meet the technical criteria established under paragraph (1) and can per- form the functions described in subparagraph (C). March 31, 2006 (3:22 PM) *From:* John Scrivner [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] *Sent:* Fri 07/04/2006 15:07 *To:* Frannie Wellings *Subject:* Re: [WISPA] TV spectrum I need a copy of this bill right away. Scriv Frannie Wellings wrote: Hey John, The Inslee bill is a good bill - it doesn't do what you're saying here. I'm not sure what you've read, but it opens up spectrum between 54-698 MHz (except 608-614) for unlicensed use just like one of the Senate bills. He's introduced it as a House companion bill. The only difference is a bit of additional language about protection from interference. This is legislation we need to support. Can you review the bill and get back to me? If you don't have the text I can send it over. I'm out of town, but could get a copy to send to you. Best, Frannie -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/ -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org
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Thanks for the link, it seemed kind of strange why that little slice of 6 MHz was left out. John -Original Message- From: Dawn DiPietro [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, April 8, 2006 06:43 AM To: 'WISPA General List' Subject: Re: [Fwd: RE: [WISPA] TV spectrum] All, I guess at this point I am at a loss of words. The original press release with contact info was posted in my first email. Did the contact person at the TIA ever get back to you about the press release? What should be done in the future to avoid a situation like this? I was under the impression there were people on this list to make corrections when the media passes on misinformation. We do need to thank Frannie for clearing this up. Below is a link to explain why 608-614 Mhz spectrum cannot be used for wireless broadband. http://www.medical.philips.com/us/products/patient_monitoring/products/philips_telemetry_system/index.html Philips Telemetry System (608-614 MHz) Fresh capabilities for our proven system (operating at 608-614 MHz) Philips classic telemetry systems are installed in thousands of healthcare facilities around the world, and they have proven both durable and adaptable for over a decade. Upgraded transmitters combine standard and EASI derived 12-lead ECG* monitoring on a single device, run on AA batteries, and provide audio feedback for many tasks. They’re also upgradeable to run on our cellular telemetry system. Apologies to all, Dawn DiPietro John Scrivner wrote: We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ‘‘American Broadband for Communities Act’’. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *‘‘SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE. * ‘‘Any unused broadcast television spectrum in the band between 54 and 698 megaHertz, inclusive, other than spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 mega- Hertz, inclusive, may be used by unlicensed devices, in- cluding wireless broadband devices.’’. ** *SEC. 3. FCC TO FACILITATE USE. * Within 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission shall— (1) adopt minimal technical and device rules in ET Docket Nos. 02–380 and 04–186 to facilitate the robust and efficient use of the spectrum made available under section 342 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 342) by unlicensed devices, including wireless broadband devices; and (2) establish rules and procedures to— (A) protect incumbent licensed services, in- cluding broadcast television and public safety equipment, operating pursuant to their licenses 3 from harmful interference from such unlicensed devices; (B) address complaints from licensed broadcast stations that an unlicensed device using such spectrum causes harmful inter- ference that include verification, in the field, of actual harmful interference; (C) require manufacturers of unlicensed devices designed to be operated in this spectrum to submit a plan to the Commission to remedy actual harmful interference to the extent that harmful interference is found by the Commis- sion which may include disabling or modifying the unlicensed device remotely; and (D) require
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Has there been any word on what the power limitations in the whitespace band will be? Or is this up to the FCC when the bills pass? I wish the band was WISP-only, and registered like 3650 to keep things proper. Thanks, -- Dylan Oliver Primaverity, LLC -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [Fwd: RE: [WISPA] TV spectrum]
Well below is the copy of the apologies I sent to my congressman. I'm posting it here to just give everyone some cut and paste materials NOT to admonish Mr. Scrivner. You acted with best intentions at heart and are obviously passionate about this industry. Thank you for your initiative because I likely would not have know about this legislation until it was to late if you would not have posted what you have. Thanks again, Anthony Apology sent to congressman, It seems a previous message I sent earlier this evening was not accurate. After further investigation on the details of this bill I am in support of this legislation. I was mistaken in the fact about it limiting frequency use to 6 MHz but in reality the bill opens up most spectrum other then those 6 MHz. I apologize for the strong wording in the previous message. As you likely can tell I am passionate about this issue for our rural communities and have spent the last 8 years trying to deliver them the much needed High speed Internet resources they need. Again I offer my apologizes and understanding of these issues if you would like to find out more about how this issue impacts farmers, other rural community members or more about how local small business in MN are approaching this issue please contact me. Anthony Will Broadband Solutions John Scrivner wrote: We have a problem. It appears the press release we read earlier was wrong. Attached is the exact language of the bill. It is asking for ALL tv channels except for one small band. I do not know what is wrong with that one channel but this is actually a VERY GOOD bill. I am sorry for the mix up. I only acted on what I was told was the purpose of the bill. Had I read the ACTUAL bill this would not have happened. Dawn DiPietro, can you please send me contact information on the press outlet that sent out the previous information? It is time for us to SUPPORT this bill If you need help with language let me know but apparently I am not much help as I told you guys the wrong position on this one.. I learned a valuable lesson here gang. I will never again send out any notices to all of you for action prior to reading the ACTUAL bill and not just what he news tells us it is. I am very, very sorry for this terrible mix up. Please forgive me. Scriv IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE (for himself, Mrs. BLACKBURN, and Ms. BALDWIN) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on * A BILL * To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to promote and expedite wireless broadband deployment in rural and other areas, and for other purposes. // /Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa- / // /tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled/, ** *SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. * This Act may be cited as the ‘‘American Broadband for Communities Act’’. 2 ** *SEC. 2. UNUSED TELEVISION SPECTRUM MADE AVAILABLE * ** *FOR WIRELESS USE. * Part I of title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ** *‘‘SEC. 342. UNUSED BROADCAST TELEVISION SPECTRUM * ** *MADE AVAILABLE FOR WIRELESS USE. * ‘‘Any unused broadcast television spectrum in the band between 54 and 698 megaHertz, inclusive, other than spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 mega- Hertz, inclusive, may be used by unlicensed devices, in- cluding wireless broadband devices.’’. ** *SEC. 3. FCC TO FACILITATE USE. * Within 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission shall— (1) adopt minimal technical and device rules in ET Docket Nos. 02–380 and 04–186 to facilitate the robust and efficient use of the spectrum made available under section 342 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 342) by unlicensed devices, including wireless broadband devices; and (2) establish rules and procedures to— (A) protect incumbent licensed services, in- cluding broadcast television and public safety equipment, operating pursuant to their licenses 3 from harmful interference from such unlicensed devices; (B) address complaints from licensed broadcast stations that an unlicensed device using such spectrum causes harmful inter- ference that include verification, in the field, of actual harmful interference; (C) require manufacturers of unlicensed devices designed to be operated in this spectrum to submit a plan to the Commission to remedy actual harmful interference to the extent that harmful interference is found by the Commis- sion which may include disabling or modifying the unlicensed device remotely; and (D) require certification of unlicensed de- vices designed to be operated in that spectrum to ensure that they meet the technical criteria established under paragraph (1) and can per- form the functions described in subparagraph (C). March 31, 2006 (3:22 PM)
