# Operation in the 57-64 GHz Band
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2013-09-30 · Effective 2013-10-30 · 78 FR 59844
## Document
- **Document number:** 2013-23263
- **Category:** spectrum-allocation
- **Federal Register citation:** 78 FR 59844
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 2
- **Publication date:** 2013-09-30
- **Effective date:** 2013-10-30
- **FCC docket:** ET Docket No. 07-113
## Abstract

This document modifies the Commission's rules for intentional radiators operating on an unlicensed basis in the 57-64 GHz frequency range (60 GHz). The rules were modified to allow higher emission limits for 60 GHz devices that operate outdoors with very high gain antennas to encourage broader deployment of point-to-point broadband systems; to specify the emission limit for all 60 GHz devices as an EIRP power level to promote repeatability of measurement data and provide uniformity and consistency in the rules; and to eliminate the requirement for certain 60 GHz devices to transmit identification information (transmitter ID). The amended rules will allow longer communication distances for unlicensed 60 GHz point-to-point systems that operate outdoors and thereby extend the ability of such systems to provide broadband service, particularly to office buildings and other commercial facilities. The Commission believes that the enhanced 60 GHz systems that will be allowed by these rule changes will help the Commission fulfill its objectives to bring broadband access to every American by providing additional competition in the broadband market, lowering costs for small business owners accessing broadband services, and supporting the deployment of 4th generation (4G) and other wireless services in densely populated areas.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2013/09/30/2013-23263/operation-in-the-57-64-ghz-band)
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