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REC Statement on Government Shutdown

Tue, 10/01/2013 - 06:18

During the Government Shutdown, REC services will still continue to function.  Database updates have been disabled until the resumption of government business.  Industry Canada updates will continue to take place on Sundays.

It is our belief that all FCC web services including CDBS will remain available for LPFM applicants to stage their applications.

Our LPFM search tools do have a dependence on the FCC's HAAT web service being operational.  As long as that service remains operational, myLPFM will function normally.  As of noon EDT on Tuesday, October 1, 2013, all FCC web services have been taken out of service.  This will impact not just myLPFM but your ability to "stage" applications in CDBS.

What if the government shuts down?

Fri, 09/27/2013 - 19:43

With the possibility of a government shutdown looming on us, especially with an upcoming filing window, there are already concerns on how the FCC is going to handle things during and right after the government shutdown (if one takes place).

During the government shutdown all Media Bureau personnel will be furloughed with the exception of one leadership role that will be on-call. 

It is our understanding that CDBS will continue to be functional during the shutdown however it is unknown whether applications will be able to be filed.    There will be on-call contractors to address IT issues with FCC systems.

(updated 9/19) myLPFM September 2013 release

Fri, 09/13/2013 - 20:28

REC is doing a "rolling" release of myLPFM, which means that we are developing the changes live.  This means that there will be times when you may see some strange results.  If you see anything real strange, please feel free to let us know about it. 

This will likely be the last major release of myLPFM prior to the October 15 filing window that impacts searching (myLPFM Search).   Overall, myLPFM is a complete platform of LPFM support applications that tracks pending applications and provide LPFM licensees with ongoing assistance.  This functionality is already built.  A free myLPFM username and password is required to access these functions.

myLPFM/Search (Desktop) August 4 release - release notes

Sun, 08/04/2013 - 14:43

REC has made some additional enhancements to myLPFM.  

Second Adjacent Channel Waiver

myLPFM will now take tower heights into consideration when determining the overlap zone.

When accessing the Check Waiver Potential for a particular channel, two overlap zones will now display per channel.  One is the overlap from the radiation center (existing functionality) and also the overlap zone at ground level.  If the interference does not reach the ground, the ground level overlap zone will display "NONE".

myLPFM/Search July 21 release - release notes

Sun, 07/21/2013 - 14:23

Obsolete artice.  Maintained for historical purposes only.

REC has released a new version of myLPFM/Search, the LPFM channel search tool of the myLPFM suite of programs.

The main aspect of this release includes the use of "effective HAAT" for contour measurements.  In the past, the REC tools have used the station's ERP (reduced if directional) and assumed the same height above average terrain in all directions.  This was resulting in less than accurate results, esecially in areas with hilly terrain. 

REC adding new FM service contour dataset - will help some applicants get a better view of second adjacent potential

Tue, 07/09/2013 - 20:50

REC has been working on adding a better service contour dataset across the various REC tools and services. 

Until now, service contour in REC systems has been defined by power, antenna height and directional pattern. This new functionality takes this one step farther by using a different FCC dataset that not only shows an FM station's service contour, but it also takes terrain into consideration. 

In the REC Broadcast Query Tool, many "current" FM faciltiy records have had their maps enhanced to show this new service contour data.  When "View Map" is clicked, the map will now show the actual 60 (or 57 or 54) dBu service contour.

The stage is set: LPFM filing window - REC "Premium" Channel Search services now available

Mon, 06/17/2013 - 17:21

The Federal Communications Commission has released a public notice announcing the dates for the LPFM filing window for new stations. This time, it will be a single nationwide window that will be open from October 15 through October 29, 2013.

The FCC has also released the new Form 318. This is the form that must be filed electronically during the window.

myLPFM/Mobile is now available - check for LPFM availablity from any smartphone

Wed, 05/29/2013 - 14:50

(ARTICLE OBSOLETE.  MAINTAINED FOR HISTORICAL PURPOSES.)

LPFM channel searches are now available again on your mobile phone using the new myLPFM/Mobile. 

myLPFM/Mobile works using a web browser and does not require the installation of any apps.

myLPFM/Mobile is a light version of the desktop myLPFM website that allows for:

  • Searching of channels,
  • Determination of HAAT,
  • Determination of ERP,
  • Channel reports,
  • Received interference,
  • Second adjacent channel waiver potential,
  • Mapping service contour,
  • Mapping 10-mile community presence zone,
  • Population/demographic reports,
  • Reject reports,
  • Dialscapes,
  • Wide area searches, and
  • Tower searches.

While myLPFM/Mobile currently does not support profiles (saved locations) like its desktop counterpart, you can easily transfer a search from myLPFM desktop to myLPFM/Mobile by scanning the QR code on the desktop website with your mobile phone.  This will bring up the same search on your mobile phone.  Simply bookmark your search and it is saved.

To access myLPFM/Mobile, use your mobile phone browser and visit the website

myLPFM.com

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