Operating Rules And Regulations - Ericsson EDACS M-PA Operator's Manual

OPERATING RULES
AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be
operated in accordance with the rules and
regulations of the Federal Communica-
tions Commission (FCC). As an operator
of two-way radio equipment, you must be
thoroughly familiar with the rules that apply
to your particular type of radio operation.
Following these rules will help eliminate
confusion, assure the most efficient use of
the existing radio channels, and result in a
smoothly functioning radio network
When using your two-way radio, re-
member these rules:
1. It is a violation of FCC rules to
interruptany distress or emer-
gency message. As your radio
operates in much the same way
as a telephone "party line", al-
ways listen to make sure that the
channel is clear and/or observe
the display for the absence of the
"BSY" status flag before trans-
mitting. Emergency calls have
priority over all other messages.
If someone is sending an emer-
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gency message - such as report-
ing a fire or asking for help in an
accident - KEEP OFF THE AIR!
2. The use of profane or obscene
language is prohibited by Fed-
eral law.
3. It is against the law to send false
call letters or false distress or
emergency messages.
4. The FCC requires that you keep
conversations brief and confine
them to business. To save time,
use coded messages when-
ever possible.
5. Using your radio to send per-
sonal messages (except in an
emergency) is a violation of FCC
rules. You may send only those
messages that are essential for
the operation of your business.
6. It is against Federal law to repeat
or otherwise make known any-
thing you overhear on your ra-
dio. Conversations between oth-