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Publisher: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Digital Television (DTV) 
 Learn about DTV, HDTV (high definition television, one type of DTV), the estimated timeline for phase-out of analog television, converter boxes for older analog television sets, and more. Includes information to help consumers distinguish among the most common varieties of DTV. Also find a FAQ, a glossary, and a five-minute video interview with FCC Chairman Michael Powell, who discusses the recent evolution in TV technology. From the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.dtv.gov Topics: Media, Recreation, Technology, Television Last updated Dec 8, 2004 VOIP and 911 Services
This federal government website provides information related to the rules adopted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) "requiring providers of interconnected VoIP [Voice Over Internet Protocol] services to supply 911 emergency calling capabilities to their customers as a mandatory feature of the service by November 28, 2005." Includes consumer and industry information about VoIP ("a technology that allows you to make telephone calls using a broadband Internet connection") and VoIP and 911 emergency services. http://www.voip911.gov/ Topics: Internet Last updated Nov 21, 2005 Emergency Alert System (EAS)
"A national public warning system that requires broadcasters, cable television systems, wireless cable systems, satellite digital audio radio service (SDARS) providers and, ... direct broadcast satellite (DBS) service providers to provide the communications capability to the President to address the American public during a National emergency." The site provides handbooks for radio, television, and cable services; rules and regulations; and links to state and local plans. From the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.fcc.gov/pshs/eas/ Topics: Home & Housing, Military, Science, Science, Technology, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq Last updated Mar 28, 2007 Wireless 911 Services
Fact sheet from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) about steps taken "to increase public safety by encouraging and coordinating development of a nationwide, seamless communications system for emergency services that includes the provision of location information for wireless 911 [emergency] calls." Includes links to information related to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) 911 services. http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/wireless911srvc.html Topics: Internet, Technology Last updated Sep 21, 2005 Radiation-Emitting Products: Cell Phones
Information about the safety of using cell phones. The site notes that there is "no proof ... that wireless phones are absolutely safe," but also that no scientific evidence shows that cell phones cause health problems. The site also discusses the standards developed to help manufacturers minimize interference with pacemakers and hearing aids. Includes an explanation of how cell phones work. From the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/HomeBusinessandEntertainment/CellPhones/default.htm Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Medical Treatments & Devices, Technology Last updated Jun 16, 2009 Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP)
Provides information about "Internet Voice, also known as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), ... a technology that allows you to make telephone calls using a broadband Internet connection instead of a regular (or analog) phone line." Includes a FAQ, press releases and statements, and related documents. From the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.fcc.gov/voip/ Topics: Internet, Web Design and Management Last updated Sep 22, 2005 FCC Consumer Facts: Children's Educational Television
Fact sheet on the Children's Television Act (CTA), which was enacted in 1990 "to increase the amount of educational and informational programming for children available on television." Discusses the requirements for programming and commercial matter, and the additional Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines set forth in 2004 and effective January 2006 (and which are being challenged by various media companies and groups), and provides links to related FCC policy material and documents. http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/childtv.html Topics: Television Last updated Oct 18, 2005 FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
Official website for this Federal Communications Commission (FCC) division that "handles all FCC domestic wireless telecommunications programs and policies, except those involving satellite and public safety communications or broadcasting." Find documents about auctions of licenses for electromagnetic spectrum, the Universal Licensing System, antenna structure registration, and wireless programs and services such as cellular, paging, and local television transmission. Includes links to related FCC consumer materials. http://wireless.fcc.gov/ Topics: Technology Last updated Jan 23, 2008 Digital Television (DTV): Regulatory Information
Federal regulatory documents pertaining to digital television (DTV), including those relating to the federal law requiring that "all full-power television broadcast stations stop broadcasting in analog format and broadcast only in digital format" starting in 2009. Provides notices, statements, press releases, and other documents back to 1995. Includes links to related fact sheets on topics such as tower siting and radio frequency (RF) emissions. From the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.fcc.gov/dtv/ Topics: Television Last updated Feb 14, 2009 FCC Consumer Facts: Obscene, Indecent, and Profane Broadcasts
Explanation of the rules relating to broadcasting obscene, indecent, and profane material on the U.S. airwaves. "Obscene material is not protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution and cannot be broadcast at any time." Indecent programming "contains patently offensive sexual or excretory material that does not rise to the level of obscenity" and may be restricted. Profanity may not be broadcast between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. From the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/obscene.html Topics: Media Last updated Jun 23, 2008 FCC Consumer Facts: Getting Broadband
Consumer fact sheet on broadband Internet connections, which provide access to the Internet "at significantly higher speeds than those available through 'dial-up' Internet access services." Discusses advantages, types (such as DSL, cable modem, and wireless), tips for getting broadband service, and related topics. Includes a list of state and territory public service commission contacts. From the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/highspeedinternet.html Topics: Internet Last updated Aug 20, 2008 Federal Communications Commission: Broadband
Central page for Federal Communication Commission (FCC) activities concerning broadband, which "refers to advanced communications systems capable of providing high-speed transmission of services such as data, voice, and video over the Internet and other networks." Includes material related to strategic goals, and links to FCC broadband websites for the Wireline Competition Bureau, Consumer and Government Affairs Bureau, and Broadband Opportunities for Rural America. From the FCC. http://www.fcc.gov/broadband/ Topics: Internet Last updated Aug 20, 2008 FCC: T.V. Band Device Testing
Compilation of documents pertaining to a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) test program "to consider authorizing the operation of new, low power devices in the TV broadcast spectrum at locations where channels are not being used for authorized services ... This unused spectrum is often referred to at the 'TV white spaces.'" Includes announcements, test schedule and plans, and reports (including the October 2008 TV White Space Phase II Test Report). From the FCC. http://www.fcc.gov/oet/projects/tvbanddevice/ Topics: Television Last updated Nov 7, 2008 |
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