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CERTIFIED MAIL-RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
June 18, 2012
Mr. Rod Neal
Computers Unlimited
(Address withheld)
(Address withheld)
Re: Radio Frequency Interference
EB-12-GB-0031
Dear Mr. Neal:
The Federal Communications Commission notified you by letter dated March
19, 2012, that an unknown electronic device being operated at your tower
site may be causing harmful radio interference to an operator in the
Amateur Radio Service. The complainant is:
East Pasco Amateur Radio Society (K4EX)
Dade City, Florida
The Commission has the responsibility to require that such problems be
rectified within a reasonable time if the interference is caused by faulty
consumer equipment. Under Commission rules, certain types of equipment are
classified as "unintentional emitters." These devices generate radio
frequency energy but do not intentionally radiate it. Examples include
computers, radio receivers and television sets. Other types of devices are
classified as "incidental emitters." These devices do not intentionally
generate any radio-frequency energy, but that may create such energy as an
incidental part of their intended operation. Common examples include
aquarium heaters, certain portable telephones, alarm control panels,
fluorescent light ballasts, doorbell control circuits and so forth. Some
unintentional emitters are imported and do not comply with Commission
certification standards, and thereby result in interference to other radio
services. If the device is an approved one, it should have a silver FCC
label on the unit showing a certification number. Even an approved device,
however, can only be operated legally if it is not causing harmful
interference to a licensed radio service.
The complainant has attempted unsuccessfully to resolve this problem and
as a result the matter has been referred to our office. The Commission
prefers that those responsible for the proper operation of equipment
assume their responsibilities fairly. This means that you should resolve
the interference caused by the device and make necessary corrections
within a reasonable time. The March 19, 2012, letter specifically stated,
however, that if it became necessary for the Commission to facilitate a
resolution, the Commission might investigate possible rule violations and
address appropriate remedies, including monetary forfeitures.
You have not yet responded to the March 19, 2012 letter. Lack of response
to the Commission's letter is not acceptable. In order to avoid
enforcement action on this matter, you have thirty (30) days from the date
of receipt of this letter to respond to this office at the following
address: 1270 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325. The response must
contain a statement of the specific action(s) taken to eliminate the
source(s) of radio interference. If you have any questions about this
matter, please contact me at 717-338-2577.
Sincerely,
Laura L. Smith, Esq.
Special Counsel
Enforcement Bureau
cc: Tampa Field Office
South Central Regional Director
Fines normally range from $7,500 to $10,000.