FCC strictly Enforces RF Equipment Rules

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The FCC has recently threatened to prohibit non-compliant RF equipment suppliers, including IoT suppliers, from marketing their devices in the US

The IoT For All site reports the FCC is quietly imposing brutal penalties on suppliers that don’t comply with its equipment authorization and marketing rules.

In a recent release, the FCC took the unprecedented action of threatening to prohibit non-compliant radiofrequency (“RF”) equipment suppliers, including IoT suppliers, from marketing their devices in the U.S.

More information -  https://iot-for-all.com/fcc-strictly-enforces-rf-equipment-rules/

FCC Order and Consent Decree - https://apps.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-17-471A1.pdf

 

InnovAntennas Sponsors OE3XTR Beacon

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InnovAntennas have supplied a 2 element 144MHz LFA-Q for the OE3XTR 2m beacon.
 
Due to the height, many standard Yagis have failed and it is hoped the rigid, twin-boom quad will increase life length and service of the antennas.

OE3XTR - https://www.qrz.com/db/OE3XTR

InnovAntennas - http://www.innovantennas.com

OE3XTR_Beacon_with_InnovAntenna

Antenna Insulators

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SOTABeams have announced a new range of insulators made from modern high-performance material to provide good quality antenna insulation.

Two types are available: a ribbed centre or end insulator and an open wire line insulator for high Z low-loss lines.Both are lightweight and strong. They are suitable for permanent as well as temporary installations.

Ribbed Insulators - http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/insulators-end-or-centre/
Open Wire Line Spacers (long) - http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/open-wire-line-spacers-long/