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Chapter 2: Safety
FCC Information (USA)
FCC Rules Compliance
Telemetry
FCC Rules Compliance
Mini Telemetry System
FCC 47 CFR Part 95
This equipment complies with the FCC rules shown in above Table. Operation is subject to the condition that this
device does not cause harmful interference.
FCC RF Exposure Compliance
Important :
RF EXPOSURE—To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, users should avoid
grasping the antenna for any extended period of time while the device is in operation.
FCC Service Information
Servicing the radio frequency transmitter and receiver sections of the Mini Telemetry System requires an FCC
General Radio Telephone License.
Any changes or modifications made to the Mini Telemetry System that are not expressly approved by Information
Technologies, could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Wireless Medical Telemetry Service (USA)
This section applies to Mini Telemetry Systems used in USA only.
IMPORTANT:
FREQUENCY COORDINATOR—Operation of a Mini Telemetry System requires prior coordination with a frequency
coordinator designated by the FCC for the Wireless Medical Telemetry Service.
In June 2000, the FCC allocated new spectrum and established rules for Wireless Medical Telemetry Service
(WMTS) allowing potentially life-critical equipment to operate on an interference-protected basis.
The frequency allocation for WMTS provides spectrum where the equipment can operate on a primary basis
increasing the reliability of this important service. The FCC allocated 14 MHz of spectrum for use by medical
telemetry equipment in the 608–614 MHz, 1395–1400 MHz and 1429–1432 MHz bands. This allocation was
based on a needs assessment conducted by the American Hospital Association (AHA).
The 608–614 MHz band, which corresponds to TV channel 37 had been reserved for radio astronomy uses, so
this action elevates medical telemetry to a co-primary status with radio astronomy in this band. The 1395–1400
MHz and 1429–1432 MHz bands were government bands reallocated for non-government use.
WMTS is designated as one of the Citizen’s Band Services in Part 95 of the rules and licensed by rule to eliminate
the possible costs and delays to obtain individual operator’s licenses. The medical telemetry equipment is
