What is FCC license?
What is FCC license?
The General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) is a license granted by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that is required to operate certain radio equipment.
How long does it take to receive FCC license?
Q: How long does it take to get an FCC license for two-way radios? A: The typical business/industrial license process takes about 10 business days. For a public safety license approximately 90-120 days.
What does an FCC license cover?
This includes public safety, commercial and non-commercial fixed and mobile wireless services, broadcast television and radio, satellite and other services.
What are the different types of FCC licenses?
FCC Licensing Systems
- Universal Licensing System (ULS)
- Broadcast Radio and Television Electronic Filing System (CDBS)
- Cable Operations and Licensing System (COALS)
- International Bureau Electronic Filing System (MyIBFS)
- OET Experimental Licensing System Electronic Filing.
Why do you need an FCC license?
The FCC requires a GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) license as a way to regulate frequencies that are used by two‑way radio devices. Before operating a GMRS radio, a consumer must have a valid license. The FCC licenses certain frequencies, such as AM/FM broadcasts, radio spectrums, and cell phone frequencies.
Is the General Ham test hard?
The Ham Radio Extra class exam is the hardest of the 3 main exams, which also include Technician and General. It contains 50 questions, covering advanced operational and equipment topics. But don’t worry, as explained, even people with no experience have passed the exam with a near perfect score.
How do you take the FCC test?
FCC Commercial Operator License Exams: What to Expect
- Preparation. Study, study, study! See a list of FCC exam study guides available from Amazon.com.
- Choose your testing method: Online Examination.
- Register with iNARTE.
- Pay the examination fee(s).
- Take your FCC examination.
