Redesignating the 27.5-29.5 GHz Frequency Band, Reallocating the 29.5-30.0 GHz Frequency Band, and Establishing Rules and Policies for Local Multipoint Distribution Service and for Fixed Satellite Services
spectrum-allocation · Federal Communications Commission · Published 1996-08-28 · Effective 1996-10-28 · 61 FR 44177
Document
Document number
96-21795
Federal Register citation
61 FR 44177
CFR reference
47 CFR 25
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
spectrum-allocation
Publication date
1996-08-28
Effective date
1996-10-28
FCC docket
CC Docket No. 92-297, FCC 96-311
Abstract
By this First Report and Order, the Commission designates band segments in the 27.5-30.0 GHz band (``28 GHz band'') for several types of wireless systems, clearing the way for licensing Local Multipoint Distribution Service (``LMDS'') providers, Fixed Satellite Service (``FSS'') systems, and feeder links for certain Mobile Satellite Service (``MSS'') systems. The associated downlink bands for satellite services at 17.7-20.2 GHz, are designated as well. Our band segmentation plan seeks to promote competition by permitting all proposed services to develop and offer innovative consumer services such as video program distribution, two-way interactive video, teleconferencing, telemedicine, telecommuting, and high speed data services within our borders and around the globe.