GeneralG1C03
What is the maximum bandwidth permitted by FCC rules for amateur radio stations transmitting on USB frequencies in the 60-meter band?
A
Answer
General class rules and operating privileges
Type
A
2.8 kHz
B
5.6 kHz
C
1.8 kHz
D
3 kHz
Answer Notes
The 60-meter band is unique in amateur radio because it consists of specific channelized frequencies rather than a continuous band, and amateurs operate on a secondary basis to government users.
To ensure amateur transmissions stay strictly within the assigned channel allocations and do not interfere with primary government stations, the FCC mandates a maximum bandwidth of exactly 2.8 kHz for USB (Upper Sideband) transmissions on this band.
Distractors like 3 kHz or 5.6 kHz are incorrect because they exceed the strict channel spacing and bandwidth requirements negotiated with the NTIA for 60-meter operations.
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