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2200 m135.7 kHz – 137.8 kHzLF / MF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Fixed locations only. Notify UTC with callsign, bands and antenna coordinates; wait 30 days unless UTC objects. Stay at least 1 km from PLC transmission lines using overlapping frequencies. Secondary service: protect primary users. See 97.303(g).
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 135.7 kHz – 137.8 kHz | CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image | 1 W EIRP and 1500 W PEP transmitter output maximum. LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3). |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FST4 | 136 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FST4W | 136 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 136 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 136 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 135.7 kHz – 137.8 kHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 1 W EIRP and 1500 W PEP transmitter output maximum.
LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 135.7 kHz – 137.8 kHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 1 W EIRP and 1500 W PEP transmitter output maximum.
LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 135.7 kHz – 137.8 kHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 1 W EIRP and 1500 W PEP transmitter output maximum.
LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
630 m472 kHz – 479 kHzLF / MF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Fixed locations only. Notify UTC with callsign, bands and antenna coordinates; wait 30 days unless UTC objects. Stay at least 1 km from PLC transmission lines using overlapping frequencies. Secondary service: protect primary users. See 97.303(g).
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 472 kHz – 479 kHz | CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image | 5 W EIRP and 500 W PEP output maximum; Alaska within 800 km of Russia: 1 W EIRP. LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3). |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FST4 | 474.2 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FST4W | 474.2 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 474.2 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 474.2 kHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 472 kHz – 479 kHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 5 W EIRP and 500 W PEP output maximum; Alaska within 800 km of Russia: 1 W EIRP.
LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 472 kHz – 479 kHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 5 W EIRP and 500 W PEP output maximum; Alaska within 800 km of Russia: 1 W EIRP.
LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 472 kHz – 479 kHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 5 W EIRP and 500 W PEP output maximum; Alaska within 800 km of Russia: 1 W EIRP.
LF/MF digital code/rate/shift restrictions apply under 97.307(f)(3).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
160 m1.8000 MHz – 2.0000 MHzLF / MF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- US Region 2 allocation shown; US possessions in other ITU regions may differ.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 1.8000 MHz – 2.0000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| WSPR | 1.8366 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FST4W | 1.8368 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 1.8380 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FST4 | 1.8390 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 1.8390 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 1.8390 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FT8 | 1.8400 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 1.8000 MHz – 2.0000 MHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 1.8000 MHz – 2.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 1.8000 MHz – 2.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
80 / 75 m3.5000 MHz – 4.0000 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- All occupied emissions must remain inside the segment authorized to your control operator.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra | 3.5000 MHz – 3.6000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Extra | 3.6000 MHz – 4.0000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 3.7000 MHz – 4.0000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 3.8000 MHz – 4.0000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Novice, Technician | 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHz | CW | 200 W PEP maximum. International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FST4W | 3.5686 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 3.5686 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 3.5700 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 3.5720 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 3.5720 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FT8 | 3.5730 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 3.5750 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHz
Allowed: CW.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 3.8000 MHz – 4.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 3.5000 MHz – 3.6000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 3.6000 MHz – 4.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 3.5250 MHz – 3.6000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 3.7000 MHz – 4.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
60 m5.3305 MHz – 5.4064 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Four discrete channels plus a continuous segment; gaps are not authorized. The former 5358.5 kHz center channel is now inside the lower-power continuous segment.
- Secondary service. Protect government/fixed/mobile users; keep digital transmissions brief. ERP includes antenna gain relative to a dipole. FCC 97.303(h), 97.307(f)(14), 97.313(i).
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 5.3306 MHz – 5.3334 MHz | CW, Phone, RTTY, Data | 100 W ERP maximum. Channel center 5.3320 MHz; USB dial 5.3305 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 5.3466 MHz – 5.3494 MHz | CW, Phone, RTTY, Data | 100 W ERP maximum. Channel center 5.3480 MHz; USB dial 5.3465 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 5.3515 MHz – 5.3665 MHz | CW, Phone, RTTY, Data | 9.15 W ERP maximum. Continuous allocation effective February 13, 2026. Maximum occupied bandwidth 2.8 kHz. No image emissions. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 5.3716 MHz – 5.3744 MHz | CW, Phone, RTTY, Data | 100 W ERP maximum. Channel center 5.3730 MHz; USB dial 5.3715 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 5.4036 MHz – 5.4064 MHz | CW, Phone, RTTY, Data | 100 W ERP maximum. Channel center 5.4050 MHz; USB dial 5.4035 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT4 | 5.3570 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT8 | 5.3570 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 5.3570 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 5.3570 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 5.3306 MHz – 5.3334 MHz
Allowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3320 MHz; USB dial 5.3305 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 5.3466 MHz – 5.3494 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3480 MHz; USB dial 5.3465 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 5.3515 MHz – 5.3665 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 9.15 W ERP maximum.
Continuous allocation effective February 13, 2026. Maximum occupied bandwidth 2.8 kHz. No image emissions.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 5.3716 MHz – 5.3744 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3730 MHz; USB dial 5.3715 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 5.4036 MHz – 5.4064 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.4050 MHz; USB dial 5.4035 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 5.3306 MHz – 5.3334 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3320 MHz; USB dial 5.3305 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 5.3466 MHz – 5.3494 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3480 MHz; USB dial 5.3465 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 5.3515 MHz – 5.3665 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 9.15 W ERP maximum.
Continuous allocation effective February 13, 2026. Maximum occupied bandwidth 2.8 kHz. No image emissions.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 5.3716 MHz – 5.3744 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3730 MHz; USB dial 5.3715 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 5.4036 MHz – 5.4064 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.4050 MHz; USB dial 5.4035 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 5.3306 MHz – 5.3334 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3320 MHz; USB dial 5.3305 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 5.3466 MHz – 5.3494 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3480 MHz; USB dial 5.3465 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 5.3515 MHz – 5.3665 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 9.15 W ERP maximum.
Continuous allocation effective February 13, 2026. Maximum occupied bandwidth 2.8 kHz. No image emissions.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 5.3716 MHz – 5.3744 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.3730 MHz; USB dial 5.3715 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 5.4036 MHz – 5.4064 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, RTTY, Data.
Power: 100 W ERP maximum.
Channel center 5.4050 MHz; USB dial 5.4035 MHz. CW carrier at channel center. Keep occupied bandwidth within 2.8 kHz and centered on the channel.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
40 m7.0000 MHz – 7.3000 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- All occupied emissions must remain inside the segment authorized to your control operator.
- Geographic exception: phone/image at 7.075-7.100 MHz may be used in ITU Regions 1/3, or in Region 2 west of 130°W or south of 20°N, subject to license privileges. Not enabled in these standard Region 2 rows. Protect foreign broadcasters at 7.2-7.3 MHz.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra | 7.0000 MHz – 7.1250 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Extra | 7.1250 MHz – 7.3000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 7.1250 MHz – 7.3000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 7.1750 MHz – 7.3000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Novice, Technician | 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHz | CW | 200 W PEP maximum. International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FST4W | 7.0386 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 7.0386 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 7.0475 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT8 | 7.0740 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 7.0760 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 7.0780 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 7.0780 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| AM | 7.2900 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHz
Allowed: CW.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 7.1750 MHz – 7.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 7.0000 MHz – 7.1250 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 7.1250 MHz – 7.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 7.0250 MHz – 7.1250 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 7.1250 MHz – 7.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
30 m10.1000 MHz – 10.1500 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- No phone or image. Secondary to foreign fixed services. Narrow digital emissions: maximum 2.8 kHz under 97.307(f)(3).
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 10.1000 MHz – 10.1500 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 200 W PEP maximum. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT8 | 10.1360 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 10.1380 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FST4W | 10.1387 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 10.1387 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 10.1400 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 10.1400 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 10.1400 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 10.1000 MHz – 10.1500 MHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 10.1000 MHz – 10.1500 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 10.1000 MHz – 10.1500 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
20 m14.0000 MHz – 14.3500 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- All occupied emissions must remain inside the segment authorized to your control operator.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra | 14.0000 MHz – 14.1500 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Extra | 14.1500 MHz – 14.3500 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 14.0250 MHz – 14.1500 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 14.1750 MHz – 14.3500 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 14.0250 MHz – 14.1500 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 14.2250 MHz – 14.3500 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT8 | 14.0740 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 14.0760 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 14.0780 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 14.0800 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 14.0900 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FST4W | 14.0956 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 14.0956 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Beacon | 14.1000 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | CW carrier. International Beacon Project; avoid transmitting on the beacon frequency. Source |
| SSTV | 14.2300 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 14.0250 MHz – 14.1500 MHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 14.2250 MHz – 14.3500 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 14.0000 MHz – 14.1500 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 14.1500 MHz – 14.3500 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 14.0250 MHz – 14.1500 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 14.1750 MHz – 14.3500 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
17 m18.0680 MHz – 18.1680 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- No Technician or Novice privileges. Keep the complete emitted signal inside the authorized segment.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 18.0680 MHz – 18.1100 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 18.1100 MHz – 18.1680 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT8 | 18.1000 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 18.1020 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 18.1040 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 18.1040 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 18.1040 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FST4W | 18.1046 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 18.1046 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Beacon | 18.1100 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | CW carrier. International Beacon Project; avoid transmitting on the beacon frequency. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 18.0680 MHz – 18.1100 MHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 18.1100 MHz – 18.1680 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 18.0680 MHz – 18.1100 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 18.1100 MHz – 18.1680 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 18.0680 MHz – 18.1100 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 18.1100 MHz – 18.1680 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
15 m21.0000 MHz – 21.4500 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- All occupied emissions must remain inside the segment authorized to your control operator.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra | 21.0000 MHz – 21.2000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Extra | 21.2000 MHz – 21.4500 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Advanced | 21.2250 MHz – 21.4500 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General | 21.2750 MHz – 21.4500 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Novice, Technician | 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHz | CW | 200 W PEP maximum. International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT8 | 21.0740 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 21.0760 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 21.0780 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 21.0900 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FST4W | 21.0946 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 21.0946 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 21.1400 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Beacon | 21.1500 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | CW carrier. International Beacon Project; avoid transmitting on the beacon frequency. Source |
| SSTV | 21.3400 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHz
Allowed: CW.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 21.2750 MHz – 21.4500 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 21.0000 MHz – 21.2000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 21.2000 MHz – 21.4500 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
International Morse CW only; FT8, JTTY and other data are not permitted here for Technician/Novice.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 21.0250 MHz – 21.2000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 21.2250 MHz – 21.4500 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
12 m24.8900 MHz – 24.9900 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- No Technician or Novice privileges. Keep the complete emitted signal inside the authorized segment.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 24.8900 MHz – 24.9300 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 24.9300 MHz – 24.9900 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT8 | 24.9150 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 24.9170 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 24.9190 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 24.9190 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 24.9200 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FST4W | 24.9246 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 24.9246 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Beacon | 24.9300 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | CW carrier. International Beacon Project; avoid transmitting on the beacon frequency. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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General · 24.8900 MHz – 24.9300 MHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 24.9300 MHz – 24.9900 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 24.8900 MHz – 24.9300 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 24.9300 MHz – 24.9900 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 24.8900 MHz – 24.9300 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 24.9300 MHz – 24.9900 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
10 m28.0000 MHz – 29.7000 MHzHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Technician and Novice digital privileges are limited to 28.000-28.300 MHz; their SSB phone privileges end at 28.500 MHz.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, Advanced, Extra | 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 28.3000 MHz – 29.0000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. Below 29 MHz, angle-modulation index restrictions apply. |
| General, Advanced, Extra | 29.0000 MHz – 29.7000 MHz | CW, Phone, Image | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Novice, Technician | 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHz | CW, RTTY, Data | 200 W PEP maximum. |
| Novice, Technician | 28.3000 MHz – 28.5000 MHz | CW, SSB phone | 200 W PEP maximum. Phone restricted to J3E/R3E (SSB); no FM or image for Novice/Technician. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT8 | 28.0740 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 28.0760 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 28.0780 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 28.0900 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FST4W | 28.1246 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 28.1246 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 28.1800 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Beacon | 28.2000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | CW carrier. International Beacon Project; avoid transmitting on the beacon frequency. Source |
| SSTV | 28.6800 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| FM calling | 29.6000 MHz | General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHz
Allowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Technician · 28.3000 MHz – 28.5000 MHzAllowed: CW, SSB phone.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Phone restricted to J3E/R3E (SSB); no FM or image for Novice/Technician.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 28.3000 MHz – 29.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Below 29 MHz, angle-modulation index restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 29.0000 MHz – 29.7000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 28.3000 MHz – 29.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Below 29 MHz, angle-modulation index restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 29.0000 MHz – 29.7000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 28.3000 MHz – 28.5000 MHzAllowed: CW, SSB phone.
Power: 200 W PEP maximum.
Phone restricted to J3E/R3E (SSB); no FM or image for Novice/Technician.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 28.0000 MHz – 28.3000 MHzAllowed: CW, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 28.3000 MHz – 29.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Below 29 MHz, angle-modulation index restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 29.0000 MHz – 29.7000 MHzAllowed: CW, Phone, Image.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
6 m50.0000 MHz – 54.0000 MHzVHF / UHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- 50.000-50.100 MHz is CW only, apart from brief test emissions allowed by 97.305(b). Follow regional repeater plans.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 50.0000 MHz – 50.1000 MHz | CW | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 50.1000 MHz – 51.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 51.0000 MHz – 54.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSB calling | 50.1250 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 50.1600 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| MSK144 | 50.2600 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Q65 | 50.2750 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 50.2760 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FST4W | 50.2930 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 50.2930 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT65 | 50.3100 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JT9 | 50.3120 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT8 | 50.3130 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT4 | 50.3180 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FM calling | 52.5250 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 50.0000 MHz – 50.1000 MHz
Allowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Technician · 50.1000 MHz – 51.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Technician · 51.0000 MHz – 54.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 50.0000 MHz – 50.1000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 50.1000 MHz – 51.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 51.0000 MHz – 54.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 50.0000 MHz – 50.1000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 50.1000 MHz – 51.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 51.0000 MHz – 54.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 50.0000 MHz – 50.1000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 50.1000 MHz – 51.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 51.0000 MHz – 54.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
2 m144.0000 MHz – 148.0000 MHzVHF / UHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- 144.000-144.100 MHz is CW only, apart from brief test emissions allowed by 97.305(b). Repeater pairings vary locally.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 144.0000 MHz – 144.1000 MHz | CW | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 144.1000 MHz – 148.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| JT65 | 144.1200 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| MSK144 | 144.1500 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| JTTYProvisional | 144.1600 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Provisional WSJT-X development default; confirm current software and activity. Source |
| FT4 | 144.1700 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FT8 | 144.1740 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Q65 | 144.1800 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| SSB calling | 144.2000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| APRS | 144.3900 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | FM dial. Common North American terrestrial APRS channel; regional exceptions apply. Source |
| FST4W | 144.4890 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 144.4890 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| FM calling | 146.5200 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 144.0000 MHz – 144.1000 MHz
Allowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Technician · 144.1000 MHz – 148.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 144.0000 MHz – 144.1000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 144.1000 MHz – 148.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 144.0000 MHz – 144.1000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 144.1000 MHz – 148.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 144.0000 MHz – 144.1000 MHzAllowed: CW.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 144.1000 MHz – 148.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
1.25 m219.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHzVHF / UHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- 220-222 MHz is not allocated to US amateurs. The 219-220 MHz allocation is not available for ordinary voice or general-purpose packet.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 219.0000 MHz – 220.0000 MHz | Data | 50 W PEP maximum. Fixed point-to-point digital message forwarding only. ARRL notification at least 30 days in advance. Additional AMTS notification within 640 km; written AMTS approval within 80 km. See 97.303(l). |
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. |
| Novice | 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test | 25 W PEP maximum; spread spectrum 10 W output maximum. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| JT65 | 222.0650 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| SSB/CW calling | 222.1000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| FT8 | 222.1740 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Novice, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 219.0000 MHz – 220.0000 MHz
Allowed: Data.
Power: 50 W PEP maximum.
Fixed point-to-point digital message forwarding only. ARRL notification at least 30 days in advance. Additional AMTS notification within 640 km; written AMTS approval within 80 km. See 97.303(l).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Technician · 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 219.0000 MHz – 220.0000 MHzAllowed: Data.
Power: 50 W PEP maximum.
Fixed point-to-point digital message forwarding only. ARRL notification at least 30 days in advance. Additional AMTS notification within 640 km; written AMTS approval within 80 km. See 97.303(l).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 219.0000 MHz – 220.0000 MHzAllowed: Data.
Power: 50 W PEP maximum.
Fixed point-to-point digital message forwarding only. ARRL notification at least 30 days in advance. Additional AMTS notification within 640 km; written AMTS approval within 80 km. See 97.303(l).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 25 W PEP maximum; spread spectrum 10 W output maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 219.0000 MHz – 220.0000 MHzAllowed: Data.
Power: 50 W PEP maximum.
Fixed point-to-point digital message forwarding only. ARRL notification at least 30 days in advance. Additional AMTS notification within 640 km; written AMTS approval within 80 km. See 97.303(l).
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 222.0000 MHz – 225.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
70 cm420.0000 MHz – 450.0000 MHzVHF / UHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Protect radiolocation users; national usage suggestions do not replace regional coordination.
- 420-430 MHz unavailable north of Line A (near the Canadian border). Certain military coordination areas have a 50 W PEP limit unless specially authorized. Satellite/telecommand use at 435-438 MHz has separate ERP/elevation limits in 97.313(f).
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 420.0000 MHz – 450.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| JT65 | 432.0650 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| SSB/CW calling | 432.1000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| FT8 | 432.1740 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 432.3000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| MSK144 | 432.3600 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| Satellite | 436.5000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Region reference. 435-438 MHz satellite segment reference, not a universal satellite channel. Obtain current satellite uplink/downlink and Doppler data from AMSAT. Source |
| FM calling | 446.0000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 420.0000 MHz – 450.0000 MHz
Allowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 420.0000 MHz – 450.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 420.0000 MHz – 450.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 420.0000 MHz – 450.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
33 cm902.0000 MHz – 928.0000 MHzVHF / UHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Secondary service. Protect US government, FCC Location and Monitoring Service, and foreign fixed users. Accept ISM interference.
- No operation inside the Texas/New Mexico rectangle bounded by 31°41'–34°30' N and 104°11'–107°30' W. Within 241 km of White Sands Missile Range boundaries: maximum 50 W PEP outside the prohibited rectangle.
- In the Colorado/Wyoming rectangle 39°–42° N, 103°–108° W, do not use 902.4–902.6, 904.3–904.7, 925.3–925.7 or 927.3–927.7 MHz. See 97.303(n) and 97.313(g).
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 902.0000 MHz – 928.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test, Pulse | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| JT65 | 902.0650 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| SSB/CW calling | 902.1000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| SSB/CW calling | 903.1000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 902.0000 MHz – 928.0000 MHz
Allowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test, Pulse.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 902.0000 MHz – 928.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test, Pulse.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 902.0000 MHz – 928.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test, Pulse.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 902.0000 MHz – 928.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test, Pulse.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
23 cm1240.0000 MHz – 1300.0000 MHzVHF / UHF
Each row spans this band only; widths are proportional to frequency. N = Novice · T = Technician · G = General · A = Advanced · E = Extra.
See its frequency limits, license class, emissions and power limit. Exact privileges are also listed below.
- Secondary to radiolocation and specified radionavigation/satellite services. Protect FAA radars; practical local restrictions may apply. See 97.303(b), (d) and (o).
- Novice access only 1270–1295 MHz at 5 W PEP; other listed classes have the full band subject to sharing requirements.
Exact FCC privilege ranges and restrictions
| License | Frequency limits | Permitted emissions | Power and conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician, General, Advanced, Extra | 1240.0000 MHz – 1300.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test | 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed. Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply. |
| Novice | 1270.0000 MHz – 1295.0000 MHz | CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test | 5 W PEP maximum. |
Operating references Customary / voluntary
USB dial frequencies are suppressed-carrier settings, not transmitted RF centers. Add the audio offset to find the RF signal. Keep the entire signal inside your privileges; listen before transmitting.
| Mode / activity | Frequency | License access | Meaning / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| JT65 | 1296.0650 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| SSB/CW calling | 1296.1000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | Carrier / calling. Customary operating reference; listen first and follow local coordination. Source |
| FT8 | 1296.1740 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
| WSPR | 1296.5000 MHz | Technician, General, Extra, Advanced | USB dial. Customary software default; listen before transmitting. Source |
No operating references match these filters on this band.
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Technician · 1240.0000 MHz – 1300.0000 MHz
Allowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
General · 1240.0000 MHz – 1300.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Extra · 1240.0000 MHz – 1300.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Novice · 1270.0000 MHz – 1295.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 5 W PEP maximum.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
Advanced · 1240.0000 MHz – 1300.0000 MHzAllowed: CW, MCW, Phone, Image, RTTY, Data, SS, Test.
Power: 1500 W PEP maximum; use the minimum needed.
Spread spectrum: maximum 10 W transmitter output. Secondary to radiolocation; regional restrictions apply.
Limits apply to the complete emitted signal. Special band and geographic restrictions below also apply.
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Read the chart before you transmit
- CW is included throughout your authorized segments. A phone-colored segment is not phone-only. Technician/Novice HF CW-only privileges do not permit FT8 or JTTY.
- USB dial is not RF center. At 14.074 MHz USB with a 1500 Hz audio offset, the signal is near 14.0755 MHz. Leave room for its full bandwidth.
- 60 meters changed in 2026. The 5351.5–5366.5 kHz continuous allocation is limited to 9.15 W ERP. The four retained channels permit 100 W ERP and have exact centering requirements.
- JTTY is evolving. Entries use the linked WSJT-X development snapshot, not a permanent allocation or a promise of activity. Check your current release and listen. Frequencies may be shared with other modes.
- Repeater and satellite frequencies are local or mission-specific. Obtain current coordinated pairs or satellite uplink/downlink details; apply Doppler correction where needed.
Sources and corrections
FCC Part 97 controls legal privileges. Software defaults and voluntary plans support the operating-reference layer. No ARRL or Icom artwork is reproduced.
- FCC Part 97: privileges, sharing, emissions and power
- WSJT-X frequency defaults (development snapshot; JTTY provisional)
- WSJT-X User Guide, including JTTY
- ARRL voluntary band plans
- NCDXF International Beacon Project
- APRS operating reference
- AMSAT satellite status and frequency references
- UTC PLC amateur notification
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