The C-band repack – and subsequent relocation of all C-band users in the Mid-band frequency to 4.0-4.2 Mhz – means broadcasters with C-band satellite antennas need to act now. You may plan to self-install the filter needed to protect your satellite reception from new 5G signals. But, are you sure a filter is all that is needed? And, do you feel comfortable that your documentation will be adequate to share with the FCC when ATT or Verizon begin to interfere with your program reception? Mark Johnson with Linkup Communications describes the problem that broadcasters face, and explains the options available, whether you’re “opt-in” or “opt-out” of an FCC program.

Show notes:

* Linkup Communications - Satellite services from uplink to downlink* Radio World article by Mark Johnson, “Lump Sum Option May Not Be Best for All”* SO YOU CHOSE THE C-BAND LUMP SUM OPTION; HERE’S WHAT’S NEXT* Fierce Wireless article - Amid heated debate, FCC votes 3-2 to free up 280 MHz of C-band for 5G

Guest

Mark Johnson - President at Linkup Communications Corp.

Hosts

Chris Tobin, IP-SolutionistKirk Harnack, The Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, & South Seas Broadcasting

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