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Subel. L15
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Subelement L15

Regulations, Part III: Technical rules, RF Exposure, Antenna Structures.

Section L15

If a non-amateur friend is using your station to talk to someone in Canada, and a foreign station breaks in to talk to your friend, what should you do?

  • Since you can talk to foreign amateurs, your friend may keep talking as long as you are the control operator
  • Report the incident to the foreign amateur's government
  • Stop all discussions and quickly sign off
  • Correct Answer
    Have your friend wait until you determine from the foreign station if their administration permits third-party traffic

"Any foreign administration may permit its amateur stations to communicate on behalf of third parties without having to enter into any special arrangements with Canada. Canada does not prohibit international communications on behalf of third parties. International third-party communication in case of emergencies or disaster relief is expressly permitted unless specifically prohibited by a foreign administration." (RIC-3, Third-party Agreements and Arrangements)

Original copyright; explanations transcribed with permission from Francois VE2AAY, author of the ExHAMiner exam simulator. Do not copy without his permission.

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If you let an unqualified third party use your amateur station, what must you do at your station's control point?

  • You must monitor and supervise the communication only if contacts are made in countries which have no third party communications
  • Correct Answer
    You must continuously monitor and supervise the third party's participation
  • You must key the transmitter and make the station identification
  • You must monitor and supervise the communication only if contacts are made on frequencies below 30 MHz

This is a catch. The requirement for a 'Control Operator' comes first before the question of 'Third Party communications'.

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Radio amateurs may use their stations to transmit international communications on behalf of a third party only if:

  • Correct Answer
    such communications have been authorized by the other country concerned
  • the amateur station has received written authorization from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to pass third party traffic
  • the communication is transmitted by secret code
  • prior remuneration has been received

'Third-Party communication': a message originating from or intended for a person other than the two amateurs in a radio contact. Originally, countries needed to sign agreements permitting exchanges of messages on behalf of third parties. Nowadays, each country states its position: "Any foreign administration may permit its amateur stations to communicate on behalf of third parties without having to enter into any special arrangements with Canada. Canada does not prohibit international communications on behalf of third parties. (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)"

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A person operating a Canadian amateur station is forbidden to communicate with amateur stations of another country:

  • until he has properly identified his station
  • unless he is passing third-party traffic
  • Correct Answer
    when that country has notified the International Telecommunication Union that it objects to such communications
  • without written permission from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

key word: FORBIDDEN. Certain countries do not allow amateur communications within their borders; they must notify the ITU that they forbid such communications.

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International communications on behalf of third parties may be transmitted by an amateur station only if:

  • Correct Answer
    the countries concerned have authorized such communications
  • English or French is used to identify the station at the end of each transmission
  • the countries for which the traffic is intended have registered their consent to such communications with the ITU
  • radiotelegraphy is used

'Third-Party communication': a message originating from or intended for a person other than the two amateurs in a radio contact. Originally, countries needed to sign agreements permitting exchanges of messages on behalf of third parties. Nowadays, each country states its position: "Any foreign administration may permit its amateur stations to communicate on behalf of third parties without having to enter into any special arrangements with Canada. Canada does not prohibit international communications on behalf of third parties. (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)"

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Amateur third party communications is:

  • a simultaneous communication between three operators
  • none of these answers
  • Correct Answer
    the transmission of non-commercial or personal messages to or on behalf of a third party
  • the transmission of commercial or secret messages

'Third-Party communication': a message originating from or intended for a person other than the two amateurs in a radio contact. Originally, countries needed to sign agreements permitting exchanges of messages on behalf of third parties. Nowadays, each country states its position: "Any foreign administration may permit its amateur stations to communicate on behalf of third parties without having to enter into any special arrangements with Canada. Canada does not prohibit international communications on behalf of third parties. (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)"

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International third party amateur radio communication in case of emergencies or disaster relief is expressly permitted unless:

  • internet service is working well in the foreign country involved
  • Correct Answer
    specifically prohibited by the foreign administration concerned
  • satellite communication can be originated in the disaster area
  • the foreign administration is in a declared state of war

"Any foreign administration may permit its amateur stations to communicate on behalf of third parties without having to enter into any special arrangements with Canada. Canada does not prohibit international communications on behalf of third parties. International third-party communication in case of emergencies or disaster relief is expressly permitted unless specifically prohibited by a foreign administration." (RIC-3, Third-party Agreements and Arrangements)

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One of the following is not considered to be communications on behalf of a third party, even though the message is originated by, or addressed to, a non-amateur:

  • messages addressed to points within Canada
  • all messages received from Canadian stations
  • Correct Answer
    messages originated from Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio Service (CFARS)
  • messages that are handled within a local network

key word: NOT. CFARS (Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio Service) and MARS (United States Military Auxiliary Radio System) are not considered 'Third Party communications'. [ MARS has been renamed Military Auxiliary Radio System on 2009 12 23 by the US Department of Defence. ]

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One of the following is not considered to be communications on behalf of a third party, even though the message may be originated by, or addressed to, a non-amateur:

  • all messages originated by Canadian amateur stations
  • messages addressed to points within Canada from the United States
  • messages that are handled within local networks during a simulated emergency exercise
  • Correct Answer
    messages that originate from the United States Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS)

key word: NOT. CFARS (Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio Service) and MARS (United States Military Auxiliary Radio System) are not considered 'Third Party communications'. [ MARS has been renamed Military Auxiliary Radio System on 2009 12 23 by the US Department of Defence. ]

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Which of the following is not correct? While operating in Canada a radio amateur licensed by the Government of the United States must:

  • Correct Answer
    obtain a Canadian amateur certificate before operating in Canada
  • add to his call sign the Canadian call sign prefix for the geographic location of the station
  • qualify his identification when operating phone by adding to the call sign the word "mobile" or "portable" or when operating Morse code by adding a slash "/"
  • identify with the call sign assigned by the FCC

key word: NOT. Canada and the US have a reciprocal agreement which permits amateurs from one country to operate in the other country. While in Canada, the US amateur identifies with his call sign, the qualifier "mobile" or "portable" and the prefix of the Canadian province/territory. [ In the US, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates radio ]

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Which of the following statements is not correct? A Canadian radio amateur may, on amateur frequencies,:

  • communicate with a similar station of a country which has not notified ITU that it objects to such communications
  • Correct Answer
    pass third-party traffic with all duly licensed amateur stations in any country which is a member of the ITU
  • pass messages originating from or destined to the United States Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS)
  • pass messages originating from or destined to the Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio Service (CFARS)

key word: NOT. 'Third-Party communication': a message originating from or intended for a person other than the two amateurs in a radio contact. Third party communications can only be exchanged with countries which permit such communication. CFARS (Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio Service) and MARS (United States Military Auxiliary Radio System) are not considered 'Third Party communications'. [ MARS has been renamed Military Auxiliary Radio System on 2009 12 23 by the US Department of Defence. ]

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If you let another amateur with additional qualifications than yours control your station, what operating privileges are allowed?

  • Any privileges allowed by the additional qualifications
  • All the emission privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the frequency privileges of your qualifications
  • All the frequency privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the emission privileges of your qualifications
  • Correct Answer
    Only the privileges allowed by your qualifications

Given the owner of the station and the control operator are JOINTLY responsible, they only have in common the lesser of the privileges. Quoted from a 1980 TRC-25: "57) a licensee may permit another certificate holder to operate his station using only such frequencies and emission modes as the licensee is qualified to use or, if the person is not as qualified as the licensee, only such frequencies and emission modes as the person is qualified to use". Interpretation: a licensed visiting operator may only operate the station within your or his privileges, whichever are lower.

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If you are the control operator at the station of another amateur who has additional qualifications to yours, what operating privileges are you allowed?

  • All the emission privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the frequency privileges of your qualifications
  • All the frequency privileges of the additional qualifications, but only the emission privileges of your qualifications
  • Correct Answer
    Only the privileges allowed by your qualifications
  • Any privileges allowed by the additional qualifications

Given the owner of the station and the control operator are JOINTLY responsible, they only have in common the lesser of the privileges. Quoted from a 1980 TRC-25: "57) a licensee may permit another certificate holder to operate his station using only such frequencies and emission modes as the licensee is qualified to use or, if the person is not as qualified as the licensee, only such frequencies and emission modes as the person is qualified to use". Interpretation: a licensed visiting operator may only operate the station within your or his privileges, whichever are lower.

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In addition to passing the Basic written examination, what must you do before you are allowed to use amateur frequencies below 30 MHz?

  • You must notify Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada that you intend to operate on the HF bands
  • You must pass a Morse code test
  • You must attend a class to learn about HF communications
  • Correct Answer
    You must pass a Morse code or Advanced test or attain a mark of 80% on the Basic exam

Until July 2003, it was an ITU regulation that amateurs needed to demonstrate Morse proficiency before being allowed BELOW 30 MHz. In July 2005, Canada added alternatives to the Morse qualification; namely, an 80% mark on the Basic qualification or an Advanced qualification.

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The holder of an amateur radio certificate may operate radio controlled models:

  • if the frequency used is below 30 MHz
  • if only pulse modulation is used
  • Correct Answer
    on all frequencies above 30 MHz
  • if the control transmitter does not exceed 15 kHz of occupied bandwidth

"Frequencies for Radio Control of Models: The frequency for the radio control of a model is limited to any frequency within the amateur bands above 30 MHz" (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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In Canada, the 75/80 metre amateur band corresponds in frequency to:

  • 4.0 to 4.5 MHz
  • 4.5 to 5.0 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    3.5 to 4.0 MHz
  • 3.0 to 3.5 MHz

80 metres: 3.5 to 4.0 MHz. Some amateurs refer to the upper part, say 3.8 MHz and up, as 75 metre. With wavelength in metres being 300 divided by frequency in megahertz: the band covers 86 metres to 75 metres.

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In Canada, the 160 metre amateur band corresponds in frequency to:

  • 2.0 to 2.25 MHz
  • 2.25 to 2.5 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    1.8 to 2.0 MHz
  • 1.5 to 2.0 MHz

160 metres: 1.8 to 2.0 MHz. With wavelength in metres being 300 divided by frequency in megahertz: the band covers 167 metres to 150 metres.

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In Canada, the 40 metre amateur band corresponds in frequency to:

  • 6.0 to 6.3 MHz
  • 7.7 to 8.0 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    7.0 to 7.3 MHz
  • 6.5 to 6.8 MHz

40 metres: 7.0 to 7.3 MHz. With wavelength in metres being 300 divided by frequency in megahertz: the band covers 43 metres to 41 metres.

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In Canada, the 20 meter amateur band corresponds in frequency to:

  • 13.500 to 14.000 MHz
  • 15.000 to 15.750 MHz
  • 16.350 to 16.830 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    14.000 to 14.350 MHz

20 metres: 14.00 to 14.35 MHz. With wavelength in metres being 300 divided by frequency in megahertz: the band covers 21.4 metres to 20.9 metres.

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In Canada, the 15 metre amateur band corresponds in frequency to:

  • 14.000 to 14.350 MHz
  • 28.000 to 29.700 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    21.000 to 21.450 MHz
  • 18.068 to 18.168 MHz

15-metre: 21.00 to 21.45 MHz. With wavelength in metres being 300 divided by frequency in megahertz: the band covers 14.3 metres to 14.0 metres.

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In Canada, the 10 metre amateur band corresponds in frequency to:

  • 24.890 to 24.990 MHz
  • 21.000 to 21.450 MHz
  • 50.000 to 54.000 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    28.000 to 29.700 MHz

10 metres: 28.0 to 29.7 MHz. NOTE: FM is not allowed below 29.5 MHz. Signal from Basic operator cannot be retransmitted below 29.5 MHz. With wavelength in metres being 300 divided by frequency in megahertz: the band covers 10.7 metres to 10.1 metres.

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In Canada, radio amateurs may use which of the following for radio control of models:

  • 50 to 54 MHz only
  • all amateur frequency bands
  • 50 to 54, 144 to 148, and 222 to 225 MHz only
  • Correct Answer
    all amateur frequency bands above 30 MHz

"Frequencies for Radio Control of Models: The frequency for the radio control of a model is limited to any frequency within the amateur bands above 30 MHz" (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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What is the maximum authorized bandwidth within the frequency range of 50 to 148 MHz?

  • Correct Answer
    30 kHz
  • 20 kHz
  • The total bandwidth shall not exceed that of a single-sideband phone emission
  • The total bandwidth shall not exceed 10 times that of a CW emission

Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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The maximum bandwidth of an amateur station's transmission allowed in the band 28 to 29.7 MHz is:

  • Correct Answer
    20 kHz
  • 6 kHz
  • 30 kHz
  • 15 kHz

Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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Except for one band, the maximum bandwidth of an amateur station's transmission allowed between 7 and 28 MHz is:

  • Correct Answer
    6 kHz
  • 15 kHz
  • 20 kHz
  • 30 kHz

Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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The maximum bandwidth of an amateur station's transmission allowed in the band 144 to 148 MHz is:

  • 6 kHz
  • 20 kHz
  • 15 kHz
  • Correct Answer
    30 kHz

Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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The maximum bandwidth of an amateur station's transmission allowed in the band 50 to 54 MHz is:

  • 6 kHz
  • 15 kHz
  • Correct Answer
    30 kHz
  • 20 kHz

Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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Which of the following bands of amateur frequencies has a maximum allowed bandwidth of less than 6 kHz. That band is:

  • 1.8 to 2.0 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    10.1 to 10.15 MHz
  • 18.068 to 18.168 MHz
  • 24.89 to 24.99 MHz

Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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Single sideband is not permitted in the band:

  • 18.068 to 18.168 MHz
  • 24.89 to 24.99 MHz
  • 7.0 to 7.3 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    10.1 to 10.15 MHz

key word: NOT. SSB is too wide for 30 metres. Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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What precaution must an amateur radio operator take when transmitting near band edges?

  • Watch the standing wave ratio so as not to damage the transmitter
  • Correct Answer
    Ensure that the bandwidth required on either side of the carrier frequency does not fall out of band
  • Restrict operation to telegraphy
  • Make sure that the emission mode is compatible with agreed band plans

Transmissions occupy a certain bandwidth on the radio spectrum, i.e., a range of frequencies around the operating frequency; how wide a chunk depends on the amount of information to be transmitted concurrently. For example, a commercial TV channel requires 6 megahertz of bandwidth. Here are a few Amateur modes: CW (Morse) = about 100 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM @ 5 kHz deviation = 10 to 20 kHz.

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Which of the following answers is not correct? Based on the bandwidth required, the following modes may be transmitted on these frequencies:

  • fast-scan television (ATV) on 440 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    fast-scan television (ATV) on 145 MHz
  • AMTOR on 14.08 MHz
  • 300 bps packet on 10.145 MHz

key word: NOT. ATV is too wide for 2 metres. Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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Which of the following answers is not correct? Based on the bandwidth required, the following modes may be transmitted on these frequencies:

  • single-sideband (SSB) on 3.76 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    fast-scan television (ATV) on 14.23 MHz
  • slow-scan television (SSTV) on 14.23 MHz
  • frequency modulation (FM) on 29.6 MHz

key word: NOT. ATV is too wide for 20 metres. Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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Which of the following answers is not correct? Based on the bandwidth required, the following modes may be transmitted on these frequencies:

  • frequency modulation (FM) on 29.6 MHz
  • Morse radiotelegraphy (CW) on 10.11 MHz
  • 300 bps packet on 10.148 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    single-sideband (SSB) on 10.12 MHz

key word: NOT. SSB is too wide for 30 metres. Allowed bandwidths: with the exception of 30 m (10.1 to 10.15 MHz) where 1 kHz is allowed, 6 kHz is allowed on bands below 28 MHz, 20 kHz is allowed on 10 m (28.0 to 29.7 MHz), 30 kHz is allowed on 6 m (50 to 54 MHz) and 2 m (144 to 148 MHz), Fast-scan Amateur Television only becomes permissible on 430 to 450 MHz [where 12 MHz of bandwidth is allowed]. In order of bandwidth requirements: CW = about 100 Hz, RTTY = about 600 Hz, SSB = 2 to 3 kHz, FM = 10 to 20 kHz.

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What amount of transmitter power should radio amateurs use at all times?

  • 250 watts PEP output
  • 2000 watts PEP output
  • Correct Answer
    The minimum legal power necessary to communicate
  • 25 watts PEP output

Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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What is the most FM transmitter power a holder of only Basic Qualification may use on 147 MHz?

  • Correct Answer
    250 W DC input
  • 1000 watts DC input
  • 200 watts PEP output
  • 25 watts PEP output

key word: BASIC. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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Where in your station can you verify that legal power limits are respected?

  • At the power amplifier RF input terminals inside the transmitter or amplifier
  • On the antenna itself, after the transmission line
  • At the power supply terminals inside the transmitter or amplifier
  • Correct Answer
    At the antenna connector of the transmitter or amplifier

Measuring the "direct current input power" presumes that the current consumed strictly by the power amplifier and its working voltage are known. The "radio frequency output power" can be measured at the RF output connector of the power amplifier with a wattmeter. Of the two, this last one is more readily accessible.

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What is the maximum transmitting output power an amateur station may use on 3750 kHz, if the operator has Basic and Morse code qualifications?

  • 1500 watts PEP output for SSB operation
  • 2000 watts PEP output for SSB operation
  • Correct Answer
    560 watts PEP output for SSB operation
  • 1000 watts PEP output for SSB operation

key word: BASIC. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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What is the maximum transmitting power an amateur station may use for SSB operation on 7055 kHz, if the operator has Basic with Honours qualifications?

  • Correct Answer
    560 watts PEP output
  • 1000 watts PEP output
  • 2000 watts PEP output
  • 200 watts PEP output

key word: BASIC. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. Achieving the Honours level has no bearing on the allowed power.

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The DC power input to the anode or collector circuit of the final RF stage of a transmitter, used by a holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Advanced Qualification, shall not exceed:

  • Correct Answer
    1000 watts
  • 250 watts
  • 500 watts
  • 750 watts

key word: ADVANCED. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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The maximum DC input to the final stage of an amateur transmitter, when the operator is the holder of both the Basic and Advanced qualifications, is:

  • Correct Answer
    1000 watts
  • 250 watts
  • 1500 watts
  • 500 watts

key word: ADVANCED. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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The operator of an amateur station, who is the holder of a Basic Qualification, shall ensure that the station power, when expressed as RF output power measured across an impedance matched load, does not exceed:

  • 150 watts peak power
  • Correct Answer
    560 watts peak-envelope power, for transmitters producing any type of single sideband emission
  • 2500 watts peak power
  • 1000 watts carrier power for transmitters producing other emissions

key word: BASIC. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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The holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification is limited to a maximum of _______ watts when expressed as direct current input power to the anode or collector circuit of the transmitter stage supplying radio frequency energy to the antenna:

  • Correct Answer
    250
  • 1000
  • 750
  • 100

key word: BASIC. Amateurs shall use the minimum legal power necessary to communicate within these restrictions: BASIC Qualification = 250 watts DC input or 560 watts PEP ("where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load"). ADVANCED Qualification: 1000 watts DC input. The Morse Qualification has no bearing on the allowed power.

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Which of the following is the most powerful equipment the holder of a Basic with Honours certificate can legally operate at full power?

  • 100 watts carrier power HF transmitter
  • 200 watts carrier power HF transceiver
  • 600 watts PEP HF linear amplifier
  • Correct Answer
    160 watts carrier power VHF amplifier

key word: BASIC. "The holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification is limited to a maximum transmitting power of: (a) where expressed as direct-current input power, 250 W to the anode or collector circuit of the transmitter stage that supplies radio frequency energy to the antenna; or (b) where expressed as radio frequency output power measured across an impedance-matched load, (i) 560 W peak envelope power for transmitters that produce any type of single sideband emission, or (ii) 190 W carrier power for transmitters that produce any other type of emission". (RBR-4, Restrictions on Capacity and Power Output)". Achieving the Honours level has no bearing on the allowed power.

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What kind of amateur station automatically retransmits the signals of other stations?

  • Remote-control station
  • Beacon station
  • Correct Answer
    Repeater station
  • Space station control and telemetry link

A 'Repeater' is generally located on a hill or tall building. It is meant to extend the range of portables and mobiles. 'Beacons' are one-way automated stations maintained by amateurs which operate on known frequencies to permit evaluating propagation conditions.

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An unmodulated carrier may be transmitted only:

  • when transmitting SSB
  • in frequency bands below 30 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    for brief tests on frequencies below 30 MHz
  • if the output to the final RF amplifier is kept under 5W

"An unmodulated carrier in a frequency band below 30 MHz may be transmitted for brief tests." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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Radiotelephone signals in a frequency band below ____ MHz cannot be automatically retransmitted, unless these signals are received from a station operated by a person qualified to transmit on frequencies below the above frequency:

  • 50 MHz
  • 144 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    29.5 MHz
  • 29.7 MHz

"Radiotelephone signals in a frequency band below 29.50 MHz cannot be automatically retransmitted unless these signals are received from a station operated by a person qualified to transmit on frequencies below 29.50 MHz." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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Which of the following statements is not correct? Radiotelephone signals may be retransmitted:

  • in the 144-148 MHz frequency band, when received from a station operated by a person with only Basic Qualification
  • Correct Answer
    in the 21 MHz band, when received in a VHF band, from a station operated by a person with only Basic Qualification
  • in the 29.5-29.7 MHz band, when received in a VHF band, from a station operated by a person with only Basic Qualification
  • in the 50-54 MHz frequency band, when received from a station operated by a person with only Basic Qualification

key word: NOT. "Radiotelephone signals in a frequency band below 29.50 MHz cannot be automatically retransmitted unless these signals are received from a station operated by a person qualified to transmit on frequencies below 29.50 MHz." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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When operating on frequencies below 148 MHz:

  • the bandwidth for any emission must not exceed 3 kHz
  • the frequency stability of the transmitter must be at least two parts per million over a period of one hour
  • an overmodulation indicator must be used
  • Correct Answer
    the frequency stability must be comparable to crystal control

"The frequency stability of an amateur station in a frequency band below 148.000 MHz shall be equal to or greater than that which is obtainable using crystal control." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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A reliable means to prevent or indicate overmodulation must be employed at an amateur station if:

  • radiotelegraphy is used
  • persons other than the holder of the authorization use the station
  • Correct Answer
    radiotelephony is used
  • DC input power to the anode or collector circuit of the final RF stage is in excess of 250 watts

key word: OVERMODULATION. Supposes voice operation. "An amateur station shall be equipped with a means of: (a) determining the transmit frequency to the same degree of accuracy as would a crystal calibrator; and (b) indicating or preventing overmodulation of the transmitter in the case of a radiotelephone transmitter." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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An amateur station using radiotelephony must install a device for indicating or preventing:

  • plate voltage
  • Correct Answer
    overmodulation
  • resonance
  • antenna power

key word: RADIOTELEPHONY. Voice operation runs the risk of overmodulation. "An amateur station shall be equipped with a means of: (a) determining the transmit frequency to the same degree of accuracy as would a crystal calibrator; and (b) indicating or preventing overmodulation of the transmitter in the case of a radiotelephone transmitter." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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The maximum percentage of modulation permitted in the use of radiotelephony by an amateur station is:

  • 50 percent
  • 90 percent
  • Correct Answer
    100 percent
  • 75 percent

"An amateur station transmitting amplitude modulation is limited to 100 per cent modulation." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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All amateur stations, regardless of the mode of transmission used, must be equipped with:

  • an overmodulation indicating device
  • a dummy antenna
  • Correct Answer
    a reliable means of determining the operating radio frequency
  • a DC power meter

key words: REGARDLESS OF THE MODE. "Determining the frequency" applies to all modes. "Indication or prevention of overmodulation" applies to voice operation. "An amateur station shall be equipped with a means of: (a) determining the transmit frequency to the same degree of accuracy as would a crystal calibrator; and (b) indicating or preventing overmodulation of the transmitter in the case of a radiotelephone transmitter." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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The maximum percentage of modulation permitted in the use of radiotelephony by an amateur station is:

  • Correct Answer
    100 percent
  • 90 percent
  • 75 percent
  • 50 percent

"An amateur station transmitting amplitude modulation is limited to 100 per cent modulation." (RBR-4, formerly RIC-2)

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What type of messages may be transmitted to an amateur station in a foreign country?

  • Correct Answer
    Messages of a technical nature or personal remarks of relative unimportance
  • Messages of any type, if the foreign country allows third-party communications with Canada
  • Messages that are not religious, political, or patriotic in nature
  • Messages of any type

Regulations do not permit just "any type" of message. Messages need be "of a technical nature or remarks of a personal character of relative unimportance".

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The operator of an amateur station shall ensure that:

  • communications are exchanged only with commercial stations
  • all communications are conducted in secret code
  • charges are properly applied to all third-party communications
  • Correct Answer
    communications are limited to messages of a technical or personal nature

Regulations do not permit just "any type" of message. Messages need be "of a technical nature or remarks of a personal character of relative unimportance".

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Which of the following is not a provision of the ITU Radio Regulations which apply to Canadian radio amateurs?

  • It is forbidden to transmit international messages on behalf of third parties, unless those countries make special arrangements
  • Radiocommunications between countries shall be forbidden, if the administration of one of the countries objects
  • Administrations shall take such measures as they judge necessary to verify the operational and technical qualifications of amateurs
  • Correct Answer
    Transmissions between countries shall not include any messages of a technical nature, or remarks of a personal character

key word: NOT. Amateur Radio is precisely the exchange of messages of a technical or personal nature.

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The ITU Radio Regulations limit those radio amateurs, who have not demonstrated proficiency in Morse code, to frequencies above:

  • 1.8 MHz
  • 3.5MHz
  • 28 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    none of the other answers

Until July 2003, it was an ITU regulation that amateurs needed to demonstrate Morse proficiency before being allowed BELOW 30 MHz. In July 2005, Canada added alternatives to the Morse qualification; namely, an 80% mark on the Basic qualification or an Advanced qualification.

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In addition to complying with the Radiocommunication Act and Regulations, Canadian radio amateurs must also comply with the regulations of the:

  • Correct Answer
    International Telecommunication Union
  • American Radio Relay League
  • Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc.
  • International Amateur Radio Union

The ITU ( an agency of the United Nations ) edicts global rules to which Canada adheres.

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In which International Telecommunication Union Region is Canada?

  • Region 3
  • Region 1
  • Correct Answer
    Region 2
  • Region 4

The Americas are in ITU Region 2. Australia and Southeast Asia are in ITU Region 3.

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A Canadian radio amateur, operating his station in the state of Florida, is subject to which frequency band limits?

  • ITU Region 1
  • Correct Answer
    Those applicable to US radio amateurs
  • ITU Region 2
  • ITU Region 3

When operating within a country or within territorial waters (generally, 12 nautical miles or 22 kilometres from the shore), the regulations of the specific country apply.

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A Canadian radio amateur, operating his station 7 kilometres (4 miles) offshore from the coast of Florida, is subject to which frequency band limits?

  • Those applicable to Canadian radio amateurs
  • ITU Region 1
  • ITU Region 2
  • Correct Answer
    Those applicable to US radio amateurs

key words: SEVEN KILOMETRES FROM THE COAST. This close to the shore is not yet considered "international waters". When operating within a country or within territorial waters (generally, 12 nautical miles or 22 kilometres from the shore), the regulations of the specific country apply.

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Australia, Japan, and Southeast Asia are in which ITU Region?

  • Region 1
  • Region 2
  • Region 4
  • Correct Answer
    Region 3

The Americas are in ITU Region 2. Australia and Southeast Asia are in ITU Region 3.

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Canada is located in ITU Region:

  • Region 1
  • Region 3
  • Region 4
  • Correct Answer
    Region 2

The Americas are in ITU Region 2. Australia and Southeast Asia are in ITU Region 3.

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Which of these statements about the installation or modification of an antenna structure is not correct?

  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada expects radio amateurs to address community concerns in a responsible manner
  • Prior to an installation, for which community concerns could be raised, radio amateurs may be required to consult with their land-use authority
  • Correct Answer
    A radio amateur may erect any size antenna structure without consulting neighbours or the local land-use authority
  • A radio amateur must follow Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's antenna siting procedures.

key word: NOT. Type 2 Stations that do NOT require a site specific authorization, e.g., amateur, general radio service (GRS) and satellite receiving stations - non-site-specific. Owners must comply with Safety Code 6. Prior to the installation of an antenna structure for which it is felt that community concerns could be raised, owners must consult with their land-use authority. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada expects owners to address the concerns of the community in a responsible manner, and to consider seriously all requests put forward by the land-use authority. (CPC-2-0-03)

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Who has authority over antenna installations including antenna masts and towers?

  • The majority of neighbours residing within a distance of three times the proposed antenna structure height
  • Correct Answer
    The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development
  • The person planning to use the tower or their spouse
  • The local municipal government

"5. (1) the Minister may, taking into account all matters that the Minister considers relevant for ensuring the orderly establishment or modification of radio stations and the orderly development and efficient operation of radiocommunication in Canada, ... (f) approve each site on which radio apparatus, including antenna systems, may be located, and approve the erection of all masts, towers and other antenna-supporting structures" (Radiocommunication Act)

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If you are planning to install or modify an antenna system under what conditions may you not be required to contact land use authorities to determine public consultation requirements?

  • When transmitting will only be done at low power
  • Correct Answer
    When an exclusion criterion defined by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada applies
  • In a rural area
  • When the structure is part of an amateur radio antenna

Key words: may NOT BE required. "Proponents must always contact the applicable land-use authorities to determine the local consultation requirements unless their proposal falls within the exclusion criteria outlined in Section 6". (CPC-2-0-03, Land-use Authority and Public Consultation)

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The land use authority has not established a process for public consultation for antenna systems. The radio amateur planning to install or modify an antenna system:

  • Correct Answer
    must fulfill the public consultation requirements set out in Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's Default Public Consultation Process unless the land use authority excludes their type of proposal from consultation or it is excluded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's process
  • can proceed with their project without public consultation
  • must implement a public consultation process of their own design
  • must wait for the land use authority to develop a public consultation process

"Proponents must follow Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's Default Public Consultation Process where the local land-use authority does not have an established and documented public consultation process applicable to antenna siting. Proponents are not required to follow Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's Default Public Consultation Process if the land-use authority's established process explicitly excludes their type of proposal from public consultation or it is excluded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's criteria (see Section 6)". (CPC-2-0-03, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's Default Public Consultation Process)

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Which is not an element of the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Public Consultation Process for antenna systems?

  • Providing written notice
  • Addressing relevant questions comments and concerns
  • Providing an opportunity for the public to respond regarding measures to address reasonable and relevant concerns
  • Correct Answer
    Participating in public meetings on the project

In short: public notification, responding to the public and public reply comment. "Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's default process has three steps whereby the proponent: 1. provides written notification to the public, the land-use authority and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada of the proposed antenna system installation or modification (i.e., public notification); 2. engages the public and the land-use authority in order to address relevant questions, comments and concerns regarding the proposal (i.e., responding to the public); and 3. provides an opportunity to the public and the land-use authority to formally respond in writing to the proponent regarding measures taken to address reasonable and relevant concerns (i.e., public reply comment). (CPC-2-0-03, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's Default Public Consultation Process)

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The Default Public Consultation Process for antenna systems requires proponents to address:

  • comments reported in media reporting on the proposal
  • opposition to the project
  • Correct Answer
    reasonable and relevant concerns provided in writing within the 30 day public comment period
  • all questions, comments and concerns raised

In short: public notification, responding to the public and public reply comment. "Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's default process has three steps whereby the proponent: 1. provides written notification to the public, the land-use authority and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada of the proposed antenna system installation or modification (i.e., public notification); 2. engages the public and the land-use authority in order to address relevant questions, comments and concerns regarding the proposal (i.e., responding to the public); and 3. provides an opportunity to the public and the land-use authority to formally respond in writing to the proponent regarding measures taken to address reasonable and relevant concerns (i.e., public reply comment). (CPC-2-0-03, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's Default Public Consultation Process)

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Where a municipality has developed a public consultation process which of the following options best describes all circumstances when public consultation may not be required?

  • Exclusions listed in both CPC-2-0-03 and the Local land use authority process
  • Correct Answer
    Exclusions listed in either CPC-2-0-03 or the Local land use authority process
  • Exclusions listed in the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Client Procedures Circular on Radiocommunications and Broadcasting Antenna Systems CPC-2-0-03
  • Exclusions defined in the Local land use authority process

"Unless the proposal meets the exclusion criteria outlined in Section 6, proponents must consult with the local land-use authorities on any proposed antenna system prior to any construction (...).Under their processes, land-use authorities may exclude from consultation any antenna system installation in addition to those identified by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's own consultation exclusion criteria (...)". (CPC-2-0-03, Land-use Authority Consultation)

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Where the proponent and a stakeholder other than the general public reach an impasse over a proposed antenna system the final decision will:

  • be postponed until those in dispute reach an agreement
  • be made by the municipality in which the antenna is to be built
  • be made by a majority vote of those residing within a radius of three times the antenna structure height
  • Correct Answer
    be made by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

"Upon receipt of a written request, from a stakeholder other than the general public, asking for Departmental intervention concerning a reasonable and relevant concern (...). The Department will, based on the information provided, either: make a final decision on the issue(s) in question, and advise the parties of its decision; or suggest the parties enter into an alternate dispute resolution process (...)". (CPC-2-0-03, Dispute Resolution Process)

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In general, what is the tallest amateur radio antenna system excluded from the requirement to consult with the land use authority and the public where there is a land use authority defined public consultation process?

  • 21m
  • Correct Answer
    the taller of the height exclusion in the land use authority public consultation process and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's antenna siting procedures
  • 10m
  • 15m

"For the following types of installations, proponents are excluded from the requirement to consult with the land-use authorities and the public, but must still fulfill the General Requirements outlined in Section 7: (...) new antenna systems, including masts, towers or other antenna-supporting structure, with a height of less than 15 metres above ground level". (CPC-2-0-03, Exclusions)

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Where a land use authority or municipality has established a public consultation process for antenna systems, who determines how public consultation should take place?

  • The person planning to erect an antenna structure
  • The provincial government
  • Correct Answer
    The municipality or local land use authority
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

"Land-use authorities are encouraged to establish reasonable, relevant, and predictable consultation processes specific to antenna systems that consider such things as: the designation of suitable contacts or responsible officials; proposal submission requirements; public consultation; documentation of the concurrence process; and the establishment of milestones to ensure consultation process completion within 120 days". (CPC-2-0-03, Land-use Authority Consultation)

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What organization has published safety guidelines for the maximum limits of RF energy near the human body?

  • Canadian Standards Association
  • Environment Canada
  • Transport Canada
  • Correct Answer
    Health Canada

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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What is the purpose of the Safety Code 6?

  • It sets transmitter power limits for interference protection
  • It sets antenna height limits for aircraft protection
  • Correct Answer
    It gives RF exposure limits for the human body
  • It lists all RF frequency allocations for interference protection

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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According to Safety Code 6, what frequencies cause us the greatest risk from RF energy?

  • Above 1500 MHz
  • 3 to 30 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    30 to 300 MHz
  • 300 to 3000 MHz

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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Why is the limit of exposure to RF the lowest in the frequency range of 30 MHz to 300 MHz, according to Safety Code 6?

  • There are fewer transmitters operating in this range
  • Most transmissions in this range are for a longer time
  • Correct Answer
    The human body absorbs RF energy the most in this range
  • There are more transmitters operating in this range

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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According to Safety Code 6, what is the maximum safe power output to the antenna of a hand-held VHF or UHF radio?

  • 10 watts
  • 25 watts
  • 125 milliwatts
  • Correct Answer
    Not specified

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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Which of the following statements is not correct?

  • Permissible exposure levels of RF fields increases as frequency is increased from 300 MHz to 1.5 GHz
  • Permissible exposure levels of RF fields increases as frequency is decreased from 10 MHz to 1 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    Permissible exposure levels of RF fields decreases as frequency is decreased below 10 MHz
  • Maximum exposure levels of RF fields to the general population, in the frequency range 10 to 300 MHz, is 28 V/m RMS (E-field)

key word: NOT. Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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The permissible exposure levels of RF fields:

  • decreases, as frequency is decreased below 10 MHz
  • increases, as frequency is increased from 10 MHz to 300 MHz
  • decreases, as frequency is increased above 300 MHz
  • Correct Answer
    increases, as frequency is increased from 300 MHz to 1.5 GHz

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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Which statement is not correct?

  • Safety Code 6 specifies lower exposure limits for the general public in uncontrolled areas than it does for people in controlled areas
  • Correct Answer
    hand held transmitters are excluded from Safety Code 6 requirements
  • Antenna gain, distance, transmitter power and frequency are all factors which influence the electric field strength and a person's exposure to radio energy.
  • Safety Code 6 uses different units for the magnetic field strength and the electric field strength when stating limits

Key words: NOT CORRECT. All installations must comply with Safety Code 6. At one time, portable transmitters below 1 GHz and less than 7 watts were automatically excluded from evaluation; this is now false.

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Which statement is correct?

  • Safety Code 6 regulates the operation of receivers only
  • The operation of portable transmitting equipment is of no concern in Safety Code 6
  • Portable transmitters, operating below 1 GHz, with an output power equal to, or less than 7 watts, are exempt from the requirements of Safety Code 6
  • Correct Answer
    Safety Code 6 sets limits for RF exposure from all radio transmitters regardless of power output

Health-Canada publishes 'Safety Code 6' (Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields) to protect workers and general public from adverse health effects. The lowest exposure limit is set to '28 volts per metre' for the range of 10 MHz to 300 MHz. This range is presumed to be the one over which the human body most readily absorbs RF energy. Limits on either side of that range are higher. Since 1999, a previous exemption for portable transmitters has been removed (i.e., handhelds are no longer exempt from code requirements).

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Which of these statements about Safety Code 6 is false?

  • Safety Code 6 sets limits for allowable rates at which RF energy is absorbed in the body (Specific Absorption Rate)
  • Correct Answer
    Safety Code 6 sets limits in terms of power levels fed into antennas
  • Safety Code 6 sets limits for contact currents that could be drawn from ungrounded or poorly grounded objects
  • Safety Code 6 sets limits for induced currents, electrical field strength and magnetic field strength from electromagnetic radiation

Key word: FALSE. The Code does not refer directly to power levels. Antenna gain, distance, transmitter power and frequency are all factors which influence exposure. Exposure limits relate to electric (volt/metre) and magnetic (ampere/metre) field strengths; Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) limits are expressed in watts/kilogram; induced and contact currents are stated in milliamperes.

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In the event of the malfunctioning of a neighbour's broadcast FM receiver and stereo system, it will be deemed that the affected equipment's lack of immunity is the cause if the field strength:

  • at the transmitting location is below the radio amateur's maximum allowable transmitter power
  • at the transmitting location is above 100 watts
  • near the affected equipment is above Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's specified immunity criteria
  • Correct Answer
    on the premises of the affected equipment is below Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's specified immunity criteria

"If the level of the transmitted signal exceeds the applicable field strength value on the premises of the affected equipment, it will be deemed that the transmission is the cause of the problem. If the field strength is less than the applicable value, the affected equipment's lack of immunity will be judged the cause. These criteria are not applicable to incidents involving the transmissions of AM, FM or TV broadcasting transmitters". (EMCAB-2)

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In the event of interference to a neighbour's television receiver, according to EMCAB-2 it will be deemed that a radio amateur's transmission is the cause of the problem if the field strength:

  • near the TV is below Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's specified immunity criteria
  • at the transmitting location is below the radio amateur's maximum allowable transmitter power
  • at the transmitting location is above the radio amateur's maximum allowable transmitter power
  • Correct Answer
    on the neighbour's premises is above Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's specified immunity criteria

"If the level of the transmitted signal exceeds the applicable field strength value on the premises of the affected equipment, it will be deemed that the transmission is the cause of the problem. If the field strength is less than the applicable value, the affected equipment's lack of immunity will be judged the cause. These criteria are not applicable to incidents involving the transmissions of AM, FM or TV broadcasting transmitters". (EMCAB-2)

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Which of the following is defined in EMCAB-2 as "any device, machinery or equipment, other than radio apparatus, the use or functioning of which is, or can be, adversely affected by radiocommunication emissions"?

  • Broadcast receivers
  • Correct Answer
    Radio-sensitive equipment
  • Cable television converters
  • Audio and video recorders

"Radio-sensitive equipment" means any device, machinery or equipment, other than radio apparatus, the use or functioning of which is or can be adversely affected by radiocommunication emissions". (Radiocommunication Act)

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According to EMCAB-2 which of the following types of equipment is not included in the list of field strength criteria for resolution of immunity complaints?

  • Associated equipment
  • Radio-sensitive equipment
  • Correct Answer
    Broadcast transmitters
  • Broadcast receivers

Key word: NOT. The "Criteria for Resolution of Immunity Complaints involving Fundamental Emissions of Radiocommunications Transmitters" considers 3 categories of electronic equipment: 'Broadcast Receivers', 'Associated Equipment' (recorders, players, amplifiers, converters, etc.) and 'Radio-Sensitive Equipment' (all other non-radio electronic equipment). The criteria are not applicable to incidents involving the transmissions of AM, FM or TV broadcasting transmitters. (EMCAB-2)

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