Commission's Rules To Permit Operation of NGSO FSS Systems Co-Frequency With GSO and Terrestrial Systems in the Ku-Band Frequency Range
spectrum-allocation · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2003-07-18 · Effective 2003-09-16 · 68 FR 42610
Document
Document number
03-18221
Federal Register citation
68 FR 42610
CFR reference
47 CFR 101
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
spectrum-allocation
Publication date
2003-07-18
Effective date
2003-09-16
FCC docket
ET Docket No. 98-206
Abstract
In this document we revise our service area definition and build out requirement for the Multichannel Video Distribution and Data Service (MVDDS) in the 12.2-12.7 GHz band (12 GHz band). Specifically, we adopt Designated Market Areas (DMAs) as the service area definition for MVDDS. We also conclude that a five-year substantial service build out requirement is more appropriate for the MVDDS. We believe that these actions will better facilitate the delivery of advanced wireless services in the 12 GHz band and promote expeditious deployment of such services to a wide range of populations, including unserved and underserved communities.