SECTION 7
Notes about Lawful Use - IMPORTANT
Part 15 of the FCC rules does not provide detailed guidance on ALL aspects of using a
low-power transmitter such as the PTV16C. The main point is that you may not cause
any interference whatsoever to licensed broadcast services and that you must be willing
to accept any interference that you may receive.
Plantraco Ltd has taken great care in the design and manufacture of the PTV16C as a
low power broadcasting device with an excellent filter circuit to reduce harmonics to an
absolute minimum. Plantraco has no intentions to misuse or cause interference with
other authorized users of the radio spectrum. UHF channel 16 is unused in most areas
of the world. The user of the PTV16C kit must NOT operate this kit under any circum-
stances in an area that has a licensed broadcast on UHF channel 16.
NOTICE
The PTV16C kit is a radio-frequency "intentional radiator" device which may be construct-
ed from kit parts supplied by Plantraco Ltd – Planrite Trading Company Ltd. is designed
and intended to conform to applicable provisions of Part 15 of FCC Rules. The individual
kit-builder and all users of this device assume responsibility for lawful uses conforming
toFCC part 15 Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation
Other FCC regulations explain how to apply for a license or other authorization which
may permit you to upgrade your PTV16C or other equipment to accomplish any objec-
tive which the FCC sees to be in the public interest and not interfering with other author-
ized uses of the radio spectrum. FCC regulations are evolving and are becoming less
restrictive, allowing radio experimenters more and more opportunities to explore many
frequency bands, using many communications modes, with no need for a formal license
of any kind. A thorough study of Part 15 of FCC Rules will show you the many legal uses
of radio transmitting devices which do not require licensing, either amateur or commercial.
The FCC is beginning to look out for the interest and good plans and intentions of private
citizens, community groups, and schools as never before in radio communications history.
Do not modify your kit in any way
Do not assume that the mere fact that you purchased this kit gives you any specific right
to use it for any purpose beyond generating a low level RF signal which is barely
detectable beyond the perimeter of your personal dwelling space.
Check your intended operating frequency very carefully, as clearly explained in this
instruction manual, to ensure you will not cause interference to reception of licensed
broadcasting.
If you are contacted by the FCC regarding use of this device, cooperate fully and
promptly.
If you receive ANY complaint about your transmissions interfering with broadcast recep-
tion, stop or change your operation IMMEDIATELY.
Do your own homework and research to understand and comply with present and future
FCC rulings concerning devices of this kind.
Be courteous when operating your kit – Learn the Rules – Obey Them – and Have Fun
in Radio!
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