WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU GRANTS BROADBAND PCS LICENSES
PUBLIC NOTICE
Internet:
http://www.fcc.gov
the Broadband Personal Communications Service (“Broadband PCS”) (Auction 78).1 After a preliminary
review of the FCC long-form applications (FCC Form 601), the application listed in Attachment A to this
Public Notice was accepted for filing.2 Upon further review, we find that the application listed in
Attachment A is complete and conforms to the Commission’s rules. Furthermore, the Commission has
received full payment, as required by section 1.2109(a) of its rules,3 for the licenses listed in Attachment A.
Accordingly, by this Public Notice, we announce the grant of the licenses listed in Attachment
A.4 We grant these licenses pursuant to Section 309(a) of the Communications Act, 47 U.S.C. § 309(a),
and section 0.331 of the Commission’s rules, 47 C.F.R. § 0.331, because it will serve the public interest,
convenience, and necessity.
This Public Notice includes the following Attachments:
Attachment A: Application and Licenses the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Is Granting – Sorted
by Licensee.
Attachment B: Instructions for Searching for the Application Listed in Attachment A Using ULS.
Attachment C: Instructions for Searching for Granted Licenses Listed in Attachment A Using ULS.
Attachment D: Instructions for Accessing the FCC Network Using Windows 95/98/2000/XP.
1 Auction of AWS-1 and Broadband PCS Licenses Closes; Winning Bidders Announced for Auction 78, Public
Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 12749 (WTB 2008).
2 See Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Announces that Applications for Broadband PCS Licenses Are
Accepted for Filing, Public Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 14773 (WTB 2008). Applications for Advanced Wireless Services
(AWS-1) licenses filed with respect to Auction 78 were accepted for filing in a separate public notice. See Wireless
Telecommunications Bureau Announces that Applications for Advanced Wireless Services Licenses Are Accepted
for Filing, Public Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 14895 (WTB 2008).
3 47 C.F.R. § 1.2109(a).
4 This Public Notice addresses only Broadband PCS license grants pursuant to Auction 78. Any AWS-1 license
granted pursuant to Auction 78 will be addressed separately.
Please contact Michael Connelly, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, Mobility Division, at
(202) 418-0132, for questions regarding legal matters and licensing issues.
- FCC -
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BTA062
C4
0003571516
WQLJ714 N
Aquinas Wireless, L.P.
BTA430
F
0003571516
WQLJ715 N
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This attachment provides instructions for electronically searching the FCC Network for a
specific application or applications on file with the Commission. The following instructions
relate specifically to searching for applications filed in response to Auction 78.
To search the FCC Network for an application, you must first connect to the FCC Network.
Attachment C describes how Windows 95/98/2000/XP users can connect to the FCC Network
using the Dial-Up Networking features of Windows 95/98/2000/XP.
We recommend that you use Netscape Communicator 8.1 or higher, or Internet Explorer 6.0 or
higher (Internet web browser software) to use ULS for application searches. To download the
latest versions of Netscape Communicator or Internet Explorer free of charge, access the
Netscape download site at http://home.netscape.com/download/, or the Microsoft Internet
Explorer download site at: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.asp.
The instructions in this attachment use the following typographic conventions:
bold
Represents objects on the screen that you click with the mouse pointer, including
buttons, Internet links, icon, tabs, menu items (e.g.,
italic
Represents field names or areas of a screen (e.g., Licensee Name field, Applicant
Information area of a screen).
bold italic
Represents characters that you must type exactly as they appear in the
instructions. For example, if you are instructed to type http://www.fcc.gov, you
should type all of the characters shown in bold italic exactly as they are printed.
SMALL CAPS Represents keys on the keyboard (e.g., ENTER, CTRL, ESC).
press the ENTER key.
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Once you have connected to the FCC Network, follow the procedures below to search for an
application. You may click the ? (Help) button at any time for additional information on using
Application Search.
1.
Connect to the FCC Network using one of the following options:
Note: If your PC is connected to a network, you must use a secure proxy to access the
FCC Network. Consult your Network Administrator.
Dial-Up Access
a.
Use Dial-Up Networking in Windows 95/98/2000/XP to connect to the FCC
Network (see Attachment D).
b.
Start your web browser. In the location field of the web browser screen, type
http://wtbwww05.fcc.gov. Then press the ENTER key.
Internet Access
a.
Start your web browser and connect to the Internet using your Internet Service
Provider.
b.
In
the location field of the web browser screen, type http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/.
Then press the ENTER key.
2.
Verify that Java and JavaScript are enabled in your web browser preferences.
Additionally, the preferences must specify “Accept all cookies.” Refer to your web
browser Help facility for more information.
3.
On the Universal Licensing System main page, click the
the center of the page.
4.
For a quick search, use the drop down list in the center License Search box to search by a
specific Call Sign, FRN or Licensee Name. You can choose the Advance Search option
to search by various criteria.
You can conduct an Advanced Application Search to specify search options by Applicant
State, ZIP, and Name; Dates (Receipt, Action, etc.); Application Status; Application
Purpose; and more.
Also shown are the options for various Non-Auction service specific searches: Aircraft,
Amateur, Commercial/Restricted Permits, GMRS and Ship.
You have the option to conduct a Specialized Search with the following options:
2
• Select
• Select
• Select
frequency ranges.
• Select
• Select
information.
• Select
• Select
(IRAC) coordination number.
• Select
transfer information, date information and more.
• Select
Filing Status and more.
5.
The appropriate Application Search screen appears. This screen contains several data
entry fields used for specifying the criteria for your application search. Specify the
search criteria necessary to locate the desired application. Please refer to the following
“Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria” for more information.
If you are searching for an application filed for Auction 78, click 78 in the Auction ID
field.
Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria:
•
You must specify search criteria in at least one field. You do not have to specify
search criteria in all of the search fields. Enter search criteria into as many fields
as you wish.
•
To specify search criteria in a search field containing a menu of options, click the
desired option from the menu. Use the scroll bars to view all options in a menu.
You can select multiple options from a menu by pressing the CTRL key while you
click the menu options.
3
• Click
the Reset button to undo a menu selection and search for all options in the
menu.
• Click
the
Click
the
?
Search screen.
6.
After you have specified the desired search criteria, click the
will scan the database for any applications matching the search criteria. The matching
application files will be listed on the Search Results screen. The Search Results screen
will identify the file number, licensee name, application purpose, application status, radio
service code, and receipt date for each application returned in the query.
A message on the Search Results screen will indicate if no matches were found for the
specified search criteria. Click the
7.
To view an application, click its file number link. To navigate through the data on the
Application screen, use the scroll bar or click the links at the top of the screen. Click the
?
•
To re-access the Search Results screen, click
screen.
•
To begin a new search, click
For technical assistance in searching the ULS for applications, contact the FCC Technical
Support Hotline at (202) 414-1250 (voice) or (202) 414-1255 (TTY). The FCC Technical
Support Hotline is generally available Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. All
calls to the FCC Technical Support Hotline are recorded.
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Following are instructions for electronically searching the FCC Network for a specific license or
licenses on file with the Commission. The following instructions relate specifically to searching
for granted licenses associated with Auction 78.
To search the FCC Network for an application, you must first connect to the FCC Network.
Attachment D describes how Windows 95/98/2000/XP users can connect to the FCC Network
using the Dial-Up Networking features of Windows 95/98/2000/XP.
We recommend that you use Netscape Communicator 8.1 or higher, or Internet Explorer 6.0 or
higher (Internet web browser software) to use ULS for license searches. To download the latest
versions of Netscape Communicator or Internet Explorer free of charge, access the Netscape
download site at http://home.netscape.com/download/, or the Microsoft Internet Explorer
download site at: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.asp.
The instructions in this attachment use the following typographic conventions:
bold
Represents objects on the screen that you click with the mouse pointer, including
buttons, Internet links, icon, tabs, menu items (e.g.,
italic
Represents field names or areas of a screen (e.g., Licensee Name field, Applicant
Information area of a screen).
bold italic
Represents characters that you must type exactly as they appear in the
instructions. For example, if you are instructed to type http://www.fcc.gov, you
should type all of the characters shown in bold italic exactly as they are printed.
SMALL CAPS Capital letters (in Roman without italics or bold lettering) inside French quotes
indicate specific keys on the keyboard (e.g., «ENTER,» «CTRL,» «ESC»).
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Once you have connected to the FCC Network, follow the procedures below to search for a
license. You may click the ? (Help) button at anytime for additional information on using
License Search.
1.
Connect to the FCC Network using one of the following options:
Note: If your PC is connected to a network, you must use a secure proxy to access the
FCC Network. Consult your Network Administrator.
Dial-Up Access
a.
Use Dial-Up Networking in Windows 95/98/2000/XP to connect to the FCC
Network (see Attachment D).
b.
Start your web browser. In the location field of the web browser screen, type
http://wtbwww05.fcc.gov. Then press the ENTER key.
Internet Access
a.
Start your web browser and connect to the Internet using your Internet Service
Provider.
b.
In
the location field of the web browser screen, type http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls.
Then press the ENTER key.
2.
Verify that Java and JavaScript are enabled in your web browser preferences.
Additionally, the preferences must specify “Accept all cookies.” Refer to your web
browser Help facility for more information.
3.
On the Universal Licensing System main page, click the
on the left side of the page.
Note: License Search utilizes "cookies". If you are receiving a notification message
when accepting a cookie, we recommend that you disable this message in your web
browser options. Please consult your web browser Help facility for more information.
4.
Select the type of search by clicking the down arrow in the Select Search Type field to
obtain a menu containing the following options:
Select
Select
Select
2
Select
frequency ranges.
Click the desired option from the menu and click the
5.
The License Search screen appears. This screen contains several data entry fields used
for specifying the criteria for your license search. On the License Search screen, specify
the search criteria necessary to locate the desired license. Please refer to the following
“Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria” for more information.
Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria:
You must specify search criteria in at least one field. You do not have to specify search
criteria in all of the search fields. Enter search criteria in as many fields as you wish.
To specify search criteria in a search field containing a menu of options, click the desired
option from the menu. Use the scroll bars to view all options in a menu. You can
select multiple options from a menu by pressing the CTRL key while you click the
menu options.
Click
<No Criteria> to undo a menu selection and search for all options in the menu.
Click
the
The Universal Licensing System restricts the number of rows returned in a license search
to 3000. In such instances, you must enter more specific search criteria to reduce the
number of rows returned.
Click
the
? (Help) button for a definition of each search field available on the License
Search screen.
6.
After you have specified the desired search criteria, click the
will scan the database for any licenses matching the search criteria. The matching license
files will be listed on the Search Results screen. The Search Results screen will identify
the call sign, licensee name, radio service code, market, and licensee ID for each license
returned in the query.
A message on the Search Results screen will indicate if no matches were found for the
specified search criteria. Click the
7.
To view a license, click its call sign underlined link. To navigate through the data on the
License screen, use the scroll bar or click the links at the top of the screen. Click the ?
(Help) button for information regarding specific functions available on this screen.
To re-access the Search Results screen, click the down arrow in the Other Options field
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to obtain the drop-down menu of options. Click
Options menu and then click the
To access additional information about the license (such as special conditions, associated
applications, and locations), click the down arrow in the License Options field to
obtain the drop-down menu of options. Click the desired selection from the menu
then click the
To begin a new search, click the down arrow in the Other Options field to obtain the
drop-down menu of options. Click
then click the
For technical assistance in searching the ULS for applications and licenses, contact the FCC
Technical Support Hotline at (202) 414-1250. The FCC Technical Support Hotline generally
will be available Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. All calls to the FCC
Technical Support Hotline are recorded.
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This attachment describes how to use Windows 95/98/2000/XP Dial-Up Networking to establish a
direct connection from your PC to the FCC Network and the Universal Licensing System (ULS) in
order to file or review the Form 601. This point-to-point connection is not routed through the
Internet.
This direct dial-up connection is
Form 601 on the Internet by entering http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls in your Web browser’s
address/location bar and clicking the
The instructions in this section use the following typographical conventions:
bold
Represents objects on the screen that you click with the mouse pointer, including
buttons, Internet links, icons, tabs, menu items (e.g.,
italic
Represents field names or areas of a screen (e.g., Applicant field, Selected Licenses
area of a screen).
bold italic
Represents characters that you must type exactly as they appear in the instructions.
For example, if you are instructed to type http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls, you should
type all of the characters shown in bold italic exactly as they are printed.
SMALL CAPS
Represents keys on the keyboard (e.g., ENTER, CTRL, ESC).
press the ENTER key.
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Connecting to the FCC Network using Windows 95/98/2000/XP Dial-Up Networking requires at a
minimum the following hardware and software:
•
CPU: Pentium 133 or above
•
RAM: 32 MB (more recommended if you have multiple applications open)
•
Monitor: VGA or above
•
Modem: 28.8 Kbps, Hayes-compatible or faster (recommend 56.6 Kbps)
•
Mouse or other pointing device
•
Web browser software is required. You may use Netscape Communicator (v. 4.5, 4.51, 4.61, 4.7x) or
Internet Explorer (v. 5.5 or later) browser software to electronically register and file FCC Form 601
through ULS. You can download Netscape Communicator free of charge by accessing the Netscape
download site at http://home.netscape.com/download/archive.html. You may also download Internet
Explorer at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.asp.
•
Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000/XP
administrator for any potential conflicts with Windows 95/98/2000/XP Dial-Up Networking.
This usually includes any TCP/IP installed network protocol.
•
Adobe Acrobat 4.0 Reader (or higher) is recommended as a plug-in to your browser. This
provides a viewer for displaying files related to applications, such as attachments and exhibits.
For best results, install the plug-in after you have installed the desired web browser. This will
allow the plug-in to be fully integrated within the browser window.
To download Adobe Acrobat version 4.0 or higher, access the Acrobat download site at
http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/main.html.
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1.
To start dial-up networking in
a.
Click the Windows 95/98
b. Click
the
c. Click
the
d.
In Windows 95, click
In Windows 98, click
If Dial-Up Networking is not an option on your Accessories menu, you should install it from
your Windows 95/98 CD or diskettes.
To start dial-up networking in
a. Click the
b. Click the
c. Click the
d. Click
e. Click
f. Click
g. Click
h. Specify connection name by entering the name of the dial-up location in the Company
Name field, e.g. “FCC Dial-Up Connection.”
i. Enter dial-up phone number, 1-800-844-2784.
j. Select Connection Availability:
Anyone’s use
My use only
To start dial-up networking in
“administrator.” Follow these steps:
a. Click the
b. Click
c. Click on the
d. Click on
networking.
2.
When the Dial-Up Networking window appears, double-click the Make New
Connection icon.
The Make New Connection window appears.
3.
In the field entitled Type a name for the computer you are dialing, type
4.
In Windows 95, click the down arrow at the right of the Select a modem field and select your
modem from the menu of available modems.
3
In Windows 98, click the down arrow at the right of the Select a device field and select your
modem from the menu of available devices.
If your modem does not appear on this list, you must install your modem driver according to
the modem manufacturer installation procedures, which are usually described in your
modem’s user manual.
5. Click
the
6. In
the
Connection control area of the
either option is selected, click the check box at the left of the option to deselect it. Then
click the
7. Click
the Next button.
8. Type
800 in the Area Code field and 844-2784 in the Telephone Number field. Verify that
the correct country is selected in the Country code field. If necessary, click the down arrow
at the right of the Country code field, and select the appropriate country from the menu of
available countries.
9. Click
the
10. Click
the
window.
11.
Verify that properties are configured correctly before attempting a dial-up session. Position
the mouse pointer on the
menu. Select
12. Click
the
13.
In the Advanced Options area, verify that only Enable software compression is selected.
If it is not selected, click the check box at the left of the option to select it. If either of the
other options is selected, click the check box to deselect it.
14. In
the
Allowed Network Protocols area, verify that only TCP/IP is selected.
If it is not selected, click the check box at the left of the option to select it. If either of the
other options is selected, click the check box to deselect it.
15. Click
the
assigned IP address option is selected. Then, in the section beneath, select Specify name
server addresses.
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16. Type
192.104.54.1 as the Primary DNS.
Make sure that these two options are checked:
• Use IP header compression
• Use default gateway or remote network
17. Click
18. a. Click the Windows 95/98
Settings menu.
b. Click
c. In the Configuration tab of the
Dial-Up Adapter and click
d. Click
the
DNS Configuration tab.
e. Select
Enable DNS. Type bidder in the Host box, type fcc.gov in the Domain box, then
type 192.104.54.1 in the DNS Server Search Order box and click the
f. Click
g. If you are prompted to restart your computer, click
Procedure.
1.
If the Dial-Up Networking window is not currently open, do the following:
a.
Click the Windows 95/98
b.
Click the
c.
Click the
d.
In Windows 95, click
In Windows 98, click
The Dial-Up Networking window appears.
2. Double-click
the
3. Click
the
The Connecting window appears, indicating the status of your connection as your modem dials
into the system. This window must remain running during your dial-up session. You may
minimize the window, if you wish.
If your modem fails to establish a connection, please see the Troubleshooting section below.
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4.
Once the connection is established, open your Web browser.
5.
In your browser’s location field, enter http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/
If nothing appears in your Web browser, see the Troubleshooting section below.
6.
When you have finished, exit the Web browser, then click the
Connecting window to end your dial-up session.
Following are problems you may encounter and possible solutions for resolving or isolating them.
1.
Confirm that all physical connections for the modem are present.
2.
Confirm that the phone line is active by connecting it to a telephone and checking for a dial
tone.
3.
Confirm that the correct modem driver is installed for your modem.
1.
Confirm that the number the modem is dialing is correct.
2.
Confirm that the modem prefix, if any, is correct.
1.
Check the settings in your dial-up networking icon, particularly that the Primary DNS is
192.104.54.1 and that TCP/IP is the only selected protocol.
2.
Confirm that your Web browser is not using proxies; it should be set to “direct connection to
the Internet.”
3.
If you do log into a TCP/IP LAN, confirm that your LAN network IP address is being released.
To do so, connect to the FCC Network using dial-up networking, then click the
Windows 95/98 and select
begin with “192.104.”, then your LAN IP address is not being released. Click the
button, or consult your LAN administrator.
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1.
Confirm that the address entered in the location field is correct (http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls).
2.
Confirm that Java and JavaScript are enabled in your Web browser, and confirm that Cookies is
set to Accept All.
For technical assistance with installing or using FCC software, contact the FCC Technical Support
Hotline at (202)-414-1250 (voice) or (202) 414-1255 (TTY). The FCC Technical Support Hotline is
available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time. There are no weekend hours
and the hotline is closed all Federal holidays. All calls to the FCC Technical Support Hotline are
recorded.
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Federal Communications Commission
News Media Information 202 / 418-0500
445 12th St., S.W.Internet:
http://www.fcc.gov
TTY: 1-888-835-5322
Washington, D.C. 20554
DA 10-257
February 16, 2010
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU GRANTS
BROADBAND PCS LICENSES
Auction 78
Report No. AUC-78 (Auction 78)
On August 20, 2008, the Federal Communications Commission completed an auction of licenses inthe Broadband Personal Communications Service (“Broadband PCS”) (Auction 78).1 After a preliminary
review of the FCC long-form applications (FCC Form 601), the application listed in Attachment A to this
Public Notice was accepted for filing.2 Upon further review, we find that the application listed in
Attachment A is complete and conforms to the Commission’s rules. Furthermore, the Commission has
received full payment, as required by section 1.2109(a) of its rules,3 for the licenses listed in Attachment A.
Accordingly, by this Public Notice, we announce the grant of the licenses listed in Attachment
A.4 We grant these licenses pursuant to Section 309(a) of the Communications Act, 47 U.S.C. § 309(a),
and section 0.331 of the Commission’s rules, 47 C.F.R. § 0.331, because it will serve the public interest,
convenience, and necessity.
This Public Notice includes the following Attachments:
Attachment A: Application and Licenses the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Is Granting – Sorted
by Licensee.
Attachment B: Instructions for Searching for the Application Listed in Attachment A Using ULS.
Attachment C: Instructions for Searching for Granted Licenses Listed in Attachment A Using ULS.
Attachment D: Instructions for Accessing the FCC Network Using Windows 95/98/2000/XP.
1 Auction of AWS-1 and Broadband PCS Licenses Closes; Winning Bidders Announced for Auction 78, Public
Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 12749 (WTB 2008).
2 See Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Announces that Applications for Broadband PCS Licenses Are
Accepted for Filing, Public Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 14773 (WTB 2008). Applications for Advanced Wireless Services
(AWS-1) licenses filed with respect to Auction 78 were accepted for filing in a separate public notice. See Wireless
Telecommunications Bureau Announces that Applications for Advanced Wireless Services Licenses Are Accepted
for Filing, Public Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 14895 (WTB 2008).
3 47 C.F.R. § 1.2109(a).
4 This Public Notice addresses only Broadband PCS license grants pursuant to Auction 78. Any AWS-1 license
granted pursuant to Auction 78 will be addressed separately.
Please contact Michael Connelly, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, Mobility Division, at
(202) 418-0132, for questions regarding legal matters and licensing issues.
- FCC -
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ATTACHMENT A
AWS-1 and Broadband PCS
APPLICATIONS GRANTED
AUCTION ID: 78
SORTED BY LICENSEE NAME, MARKET, AND CHANNEL BLOCK
DATE OF REPORT: FEBRUARY 16, 2010
Intent to Seek
Channel
Tribal Land
Licensee Name
Market
Block
File Number
Callsign Bidding Credit
Aquinas Wireless, L.P.BTA062
C4
0003571516
WQLJ714 N
Aquinas Wireless, L.P.
BTA430
F
0003571516
WQLJ715 N
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Attachment B
SEARCH INSTRUCTIONS FOR BROADBAND PCS LICENSE APPLICATIONS
This attachment provides instructions for electronically searching the FCC Network for a
specific application or applications on file with the Commission. The following instructions
relate specifically to searching for applications filed in response to Auction 78.
To search the FCC Network for an application, you must first connect to the FCC Network.
Attachment C describes how Windows 95/98/2000/XP users can connect to the FCC Network
using the Dial-Up Networking features of Windows 95/98/2000/XP.
We recommend that you use Netscape Communicator 8.1 or higher, or Internet Explorer 6.0 or
higher (Internet web browser software) to use ULS for application searches. To download the
latest versions of Netscape Communicator or Internet Explorer free of charge, access the
Netscape download site at http://home.netscape.com/download/, or the Microsoft Internet
Explorer download site at: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.asp.
Conventions
The instructions in this attachment use the following typographic conventions:
bold
Represents objects on the screen that you click with the mouse pointer, including
buttons, Internet links, icon, tabs, menu items (e.g.,
Cancel
button,Auctions
link,Save
option in the File menu).italic
Represents field names or areas of a screen (e.g., Licensee Name field, Applicant
Information area of a screen).
bold italic
Represents characters that you must type exactly as they appear in the
instructions. For example, if you are instructed to type http://www.fcc.gov, you
should type all of the characters shown in bold italic exactly as they are printed.
SMALL CAPS Represents keys on the keyboard (e.g., ENTER, CTRL, ESC).
Note:
Throughout these instructions, “enter” means to type the appropriate information and thenpress the ENTER key.
1
Performing an Application Search
Once you have connected to the FCC Network, follow the procedures below to search for an
application. You may click the ? (Help) button at any time for additional information on using
Application Search.
1.
Connect to the FCC Network using one of the following options:
Note: If your PC is connected to a network, you must use a secure proxy to access the
FCC Network. Consult your Network Administrator.
Dial-Up Access
a.
Use Dial-Up Networking in Windows 95/98/2000/XP to connect to the FCC
Network (see Attachment D).
b.
Start your web browser. In the location field of the web browser screen, type
http://wtbwww05.fcc.gov. Then press the ENTER key.
Internet Access
a.
Start your web browser and connect to the Internet using your Internet Service
Provider.
b.
In
the location field of the web browser screen, type http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/.
Then press the ENTER key.
2.
Verify that Java and JavaScript are enabled in your web browser preferences.
Additionally, the preferences must specify “Accept all cookies.” Refer to your web
browser Help facility for more information.
3.
On the Universal Licensing System main page, click the
Applications
button, located inthe center of the page.
4.
For a quick search, use the drop down list in the center License Search box to search by a
specific Call Sign, FRN or Licensee Name. You can choose the Advance Search option
to search by various criteria.
You can conduct an Advanced Application Search to specify search options by Applicant
State, ZIP, and Name; Dates (Receipt, Action, etc.); Application Status; Application
Purpose; and more.
Also shown are the options for various Non-Auction service specific searches: Aircraft,
Amateur, Commercial/Restricted Permits, GMRS and Ship.
You have the option to conduct a Specialized Search with the following options:
2
• Select
Market Based
to search only for licenses associated with an FCC Auction.• Select
Site Based
to search only for site-based licenses.• Select
Frequency
to search for Wireless licenses based on a single frequency orfrequency ranges.
• Select
Facility ID
to search by facility identification number.• Select
Geographic
to search by coordinates, county/state, address, and frequencyinformation.
• Select
Link Registration ID
to search by the link registration identification number.• Select
NG Number
to search by the Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee(IRAC) coordination number.
• Select
Transfers and Assignment Search
to search by Assignment information,transfer information, date information and more.
• Select
Ownership Search
to search Ownership Disclosure Filings by Filing Type,Filing Status and more.
5.
The appropriate Application Search screen appears. This screen contains several data
entry fields used for specifying the criteria for your application search. Specify the
search criteria necessary to locate the desired application. Please refer to the following
“Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria” for more information.
If you are searching for an application filed for Auction 78, click 78 in the Auction ID
field.
Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria:
•
You must specify search criteria in at least one field. You do not have to specify
search criteria in all of the search fields. Enter search criteria into as many fields
as you wish.
•
To specify search criteria in a search field containing a menu of options, click the
desired option from the menu. Use the scroll bars to view all options in a menu.
You can select multiple options from a menu by pressing the CTRL key while you
click the menu options.
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• Click
the Reset button to undo a menu selection and search for all options in the
menu.
• Click
the
Clear
button to reset entries in all of the search fields.Click
the
?
Help
button for a definition of each search field available on the ApplicationSearch screen.
6.
After you have specified the desired search criteria, click the
Search
button. The systemwill scan the database for any applications matching the search criteria. The matching
application files will be listed on the Search Results screen. The Search Results screen
will identify the file number, licensee name, application purpose, application status, radio
service code, and receipt date for each application returned in the query.
A message on the Search Results screen will indicate if no matches were found for the
specified search criteria. Click the
New Search
button and re-specify search criteria.7.
To view an application, click its file number link. To navigate through the data on the
Application screen, use the scroll bar or click the links at the top of the screen. Click the
?
Help
button for information regarding specific functions available on this screen.•
To re-access the Search Results screen, click
Return to Results
at the top of thescreen.
•
To begin a new search, click
New Search
at the top of the screen.Technical Support
For technical assistance in searching the ULS for applications, contact the FCC Technical
Support Hotline at (202) 414-1250 (voice) or (202) 414-1255 (TTY). The FCC Technical
Support Hotline is generally available Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. All
calls to the FCC Technical Support Hotline are recorded.
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Attachment C
SEARCH INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRANTED ADVANCED WIRELESS SERVICES
LICENSES
AUCTION 78
Following are instructions for electronically searching the FCC Network for a specific license or
licenses on file with the Commission. The following instructions relate specifically to searching
for granted licenses associated with Auction 78.
To search the FCC Network for an application, you must first connect to the FCC Network.
Attachment D describes how Windows 95/98/2000/XP users can connect to the FCC Network
using the Dial-Up Networking features of Windows 95/98/2000/XP.
We recommend that you use Netscape Communicator 8.1 or higher, or Internet Explorer 6.0 or
higher (Internet web browser software) to use ULS for license searches. To download the latest
versions of Netscape Communicator or Internet Explorer free of charge, access the Netscape
download site at http://home.netscape.com/download/, or the Microsoft Internet Explorer
download site at: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.asp.
Conventions
The instructions in this attachment use the following typographic conventions:
bold
Represents objects on the screen that you click with the mouse pointer, including
buttons, Internet links, icon, tabs, menu items (e.g.,
Cancel
button,Auctions
link,Save
option in the File menu).italic
Represents field names or areas of a screen (e.g., Licensee Name field, Applicant
Information area of a screen).
bold italic
Represents characters that you must type exactly as they appear in the
instructions. For example, if you are instructed to type http://www.fcc.gov, you
should type all of the characters shown in bold italic exactly as they are printed.
SMALL CAPS Capital letters (in Roman without italics or bold lettering) inside French quotes
indicate specific keys on the keyboard (e.g., «ENTER,» «CTRL,» «ESC»).
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Performing a License Search
Once you have connected to the FCC Network, follow the procedures below to search for a
license. You may click the ? (Help) button at anytime for additional information on using
License Search.
1.
Connect to the FCC Network using one of the following options:
Note: If your PC is connected to a network, you must use a secure proxy to access the
FCC Network. Consult your Network Administrator.
Dial-Up Access
a.
Use Dial-Up Networking in Windows 95/98/2000/XP to connect to the FCC
Network (see Attachment D).
b.
Start your web browser. In the location field of the web browser screen, type
http://wtbwww05.fcc.gov. Then press the ENTER key.
Internet Access
a.
Start your web browser and connect to the Internet using your Internet Service
Provider.
b.
In
the location field of the web browser screen, type http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls.
Then press the ENTER key.
2.
Verify that Java and JavaScript are enabled in your web browser preferences.
Additionally, the preferences must specify “Accept all cookies.” Refer to your web
browser Help facility for more information.
3.
On the Universal Licensing System main page, click the
License Search
button, locatedon the left side of the page.
Note: License Search utilizes "cookies". If you are receiving a notification message
when accepting a cookie, we recommend that you disable this message in your web
browser options. Please consult your web browser Help facility for more information.
4.
Select the type of search by clicking the down arrow in the Select Search Type field to
obtain a menu containing the following options:
Select
General
to search for all licenses.Select
Market Based
to search only for licenses associated with an FCC Auction.Select
Site Based
to search only for site-based licenses.2
Select
Frequency
to search for Wireless licenses based on a single frequency orfrequency ranges.
Click the desired option from the menu and click the
Continue
button.5.
The License Search screen appears. This screen contains several data entry fields used
for specifying the criteria for your license search. On the License Search screen, specify
the search criteria necessary to locate the desired license. Please refer to the following
“Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria” for more information.
Basic Guidelines for Specifying Search Criteria:
You must specify search criteria in at least one field. You do not have to specify search
criteria in all of the search fields. Enter search criteria in as many fields as you wish.
To specify search criteria in a search field containing a menu of options, click the desired
option from the menu. Use the scroll bars to view all options in a menu. You can
select multiple options from a menu by pressing the CTRL key while you click the
menu options.
Click
<No Criteria> to undo a menu selection and search for all options in the menu.
Click
the
Clear
button to clear entries from all of the search fields.The Universal Licensing System restricts the number of rows returned in a license search
to 3000. In such instances, you must enter more specific search criteria to reduce the
number of rows returned.
Click
the
? (Help) button for a definition of each search field available on the License
Search screen.
6.
After you have specified the desired search criteria, click the
Search
button. The systemwill scan the database for any licenses matching the search criteria. The matching license
files will be listed on the Search Results screen. The Search Results screen will identify
the call sign, licensee name, radio service code, market, and licensee ID for each license
returned in the query.
A message on the Search Results screen will indicate if no matches were found for the
specified search criteria. Click the
New Search
button and re-specify search criteria.7.
To view a license, click its call sign underlined link. To navigate through the data on the
License screen, use the scroll bar or click the links at the top of the screen. Click the ?
(Help) button for information regarding specific functions available on this screen.
To re-access the Search Results screen, click the down arrow in the Other Options field
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to obtain the drop-down menu of options. Click
Search Results
from the OtherOptions menu and then click the
Go
button.To access additional information about the license (such as special conditions, associated
applications, and locations), click the down arrow in the License Options field to
obtain the drop-down menu of options. Click the desired selection from the menu
then click the
Go
button.To begin a new search, click the down arrow in the Other Options field to obtain the
drop-down menu of options. Click
New Search
from the Other Options menu andthen click the
Go
button.Technical Support
For technical assistance in searching the ULS for applications and licenses, contact the FCC
Technical Support Hotline at (202) 414-1250. The FCC Technical Support Hotline generally
will be available Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. All calls to the FCC
Technical Support Hotline are recorded.
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Attachment D
USING DIAL-UP NETWORKING IN
WINDOWS 95/98/2000/XP FOR ULS FILING
This attachment describes how to use Windows 95/98/2000/XP Dial-Up Networking to establish a
direct connection from your PC to the FCC Network and the Universal Licensing System (ULS) in
order to file or review the Form 601. This point-to-point connection is not routed through the
Internet.
This direct dial-up connection is
NOT
required to perform ULS online filing. You may file or reviewForm 601 on the Internet by entering http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls in your Web browser’s
address/location bar and clicking the
Online
Filing
button on the ULS homepage.Conventions
The instructions in this section use the following typographical conventions:
bold
Represents objects on the screen that you click with the mouse pointer, including
buttons, Internet links, icons, tabs, menu items (e.g.,
Cancel
button,Auctions
link,Save
option in the File menu).italic
Represents field names or areas of a screen (e.g., Applicant field, Selected Licenses
area of a screen).
bold italic
Represents characters that you must type exactly as they appear in the instructions.
For example, if you are instructed to type http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls, you should
type all of the characters shown in bold italic exactly as they are printed.
SMALL CAPS
Represents keys on the keyboard (e.g., ENTER, CTRL, ESC).
Note:
Throughout these instructions, “enter” means to type the appropriate information and thenpress the ENTER key.
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Hardware and Software Requirements
Connecting to the FCC Network using Windows 95/98/2000/XP Dial-Up Networking requires at a
minimum the following hardware and software:
Hardware Requirements
•
CPU: Pentium 133 or above
•
RAM: 32 MB (more recommended if you have multiple applications open)
•
Monitor: VGA or above
•
Modem: 28.8 Kbps, Hayes-compatible or faster (recommend 56.6 Kbps)
•
Mouse or other pointing device
Software Requirements
•
Web browser software is required. You may use Netscape Communicator (v. 4.5, 4.51, 4.61, 4.7x) or
Internet Explorer (v. 5.5 or later) browser software to electronically register and file FCC Form 601
through ULS. You can download Netscape Communicator free of charge by accessing the Netscape
download site at http://home.netscape.com/download/archive.html. You may also download Internet
Explorer at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.asp.
•
Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000/XP
Note:
If you are running Windows in a networked environment, check with your local networkadministrator for any potential conflicts with Windows 95/98/2000/XP Dial-Up Networking.
This usually includes any TCP/IP installed network protocol.
•
Adobe Acrobat 4.0 Reader (or higher) is recommended as a plug-in to your browser. This
provides a viewer for displaying files related to applications, such as attachments and exhibits.
For best results, install the plug-in after you have installed the desired web browser. This will
allow the plug-in to be fully integrated within the browser window.
To download Adobe Acrobat version 4.0 or higher, access the Acrobat download site at
http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/main.html.
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Configuring Dial-Up Networking
1.
To start dial-up networking in
Windows 95/98:
a.
Click the Windows 95/98
Start
button.b. Click
the
Programs
option to display the Programs menu.c. Click
the
Accessories
option to display the Accessories menu.d.
In Windows 95, click
Dial-Up Networking
.In Windows 98, click
Communications
, then Dial-Up Networking.If Dial-Up Networking is not an option on your Accessories menu, you should install it from
your Windows 95/98 CD or diskettes.
To start dial-up networking in
Windows XP
follow the steps below.a. Click the
Start
button.b. Click the
Programs
option to display the Programs menu.c. Click the
Accessories
option to display the Accessories menu.d. Click
Communications
e. Click
New Connection Wizard.
f. Click
Connect to the Network at My Workplace
.g. Click
Dial-Up Connection
.h. Specify connection name by entering the name of the dial-up location in the Company
Name field, e.g. “FCC Dial-Up Connection.”
i. Enter dial-up phone number, 1-800-844-2784.
j. Select Connection Availability:
Anyone’s use
My use only
To start dial-up networking in
Windows 2000
, the user must be logged in as an“administrator.” Follow these steps:
a. Click the
Start
button.b. Click
Settings
.c. Click on the
Network
icon.d. Click on
Dial-up Connections
.NOTE:
You must have administrative rights in Windows 2000 or XP to set up dial-upnetworking.
2.
When the Dial-Up Networking window appears, double-click the Make New
Connection icon.
The Make New Connection window appears.
3.
In the field entitled Type a name for the computer you are dialing, type
ULS at FCC
.4.
In Windows 95, click the down arrow at the right of the Select a modem field and select your
modem from the menu of available modems.
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In Windows 98, click the down arrow at the right of the Select a device field and select your
modem from the menu of available devices.
If your modem does not appear on this list, you must install your modem driver according to
the modem manufacturer installation procedures, which are usually described in your
modem’s user manual.
5. Click
the
Configure
button. Click theOptions
tab at the top of the Properties window.6. In
the
Connection control area of the
Options
tab, verify that neither option is selected. Ifeither option is selected, click the check box at the left of the option to deselect it. Then
click the
OK
button.7. Click
the Next button.
8. Type
800 in the Area Code field and 844-2784 in the Telephone Number field. Verify that
the correct country is selected in the Country code field. If necessary, click the down arrow
at the right of the Country code field, and select the appropriate country from the menu of
available countries.
9. Click
the
Next
button.10. Click
the
Finish
button. An icon titledULS at FCC
appears in the Dial-Up Networkingwindow.
11.
Verify that properties are configured correctly before attempting a dial-up session. Position
the mouse pointer on the
ULS at FCC
icon and click the right mouse button to display amenu. Select
Properties
from the menu.12. Click
the
Server Types
tab at the top of the Properties window.13.
In the Advanced Options area, verify that only Enable software compression is selected.
If it is not selected, click the check box at the left of the option to select it. If either of the
other options is selected, click the check box to deselect it.
14. In
the
Allowed Network Protocols area, verify that only TCP/IP is selected.
If it is not selected, click the check box at the left of the option to select it. If either of the
other options is selected, click the check box to deselect it.
15. Click
the
TCP/IP Settings
button. In theTCP/IP Settings
window, confirm that the Serverassigned IP address option is selected. Then, in the section beneath, select Specify name
server addresses.
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16. Type
192.104.54.1 as the Primary DNS.
Make sure that these two options are checked:
• Use IP header compression
• Use default gateway or remote network
17. Click
OK
on theTCP/IP Settings
window and theServer Type
window.18. a. Click the Windows 95/98
Start
button, then click theSettings
option to display theSettings menu.
b. Click
Control Panel
and then double-click theNetwork
icon.c. In the Configuration tab of the
Network
window, select TCP/IP and click theProperties
button. (If there are multiple TCP/IP protocols, select TCP/IP, then highlightDial-Up Adapter and click
Properties
.)d. Click
the
DNS Configuration tab.
e. Select
Enable DNS. Type bidder in the Host box, type fcc.gov in the Domain box, then
type 192.104.54.1 in the DNS Server Search Order box and click the
Add
button.f. Click
OK
on the TCP/IP Properties windows, then clickOK
on theNetwork
window.g. If you are prompted to restart your computer, click
Yes
to restart, then begin the Dial-UpProcedure.
Dial-Up Procedure
1.
If the Dial-Up Networking window is not currently open, do the following:
a.
Click the Windows 95/98
Start
button.b.
Click the
Programs
option to display the Programs menu.c.
Click the
Accessories
option to display the Accessories menu.d.
In Windows 95, click
Dial-Up Networking
In Windows 98, click
Communications
, thenDial-Up Networking
.The Dial-Up Networking window appears.
2. Double-click
the
ULS at FCC
icon in the Dial-Up Networking window.3. Click
the
Connect
button on the window. Do not enter User name and Password.The Connecting window appears, indicating the status of your connection as your modem dials
into the system. This window must remain running during your dial-up session. You may
minimize the window, if you wish.
If your modem fails to establish a connection, please see the Troubleshooting section below.
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4.
Once the connection is established, open your Web browser.
5.
In your browser’s location field, enter http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/
If nothing appears in your Web browser, see the Troubleshooting section below.
6.
When you have finished, exit the Web browser, then click the
Disconnect
button on theConnecting window to end your dial-up session.
Troubleshooting
Following are problems you may encounter and possible solutions for resolving or isolating them.
Modem does not respond
1.
Confirm that all physical connections for the modem are present.
2.
Confirm that the phone line is active by connecting it to a telephone and checking for a dial
tone.
3.
Confirm that the correct modem driver is installed for your modem.
Modem dials but does not connect
1.
Confirm that the number the modem is dialing is correct.
2.
Confirm that the modem prefix, if any, is correct.
Modem dials and connects, but nothing appears when you enter the location in the Web
browser
1.
Check the settings in your dial-up networking icon, particularly that the Primary DNS is
192.104.54.1 and that TCP/IP is the only selected protocol.
2.
Confirm that your Web browser is not using proxies; it should be set to “direct connection to
the Internet.”
3.
If you do log into a TCP/IP LAN, confirm that your LAN network IP address is being released.
To do so, connect to the FCC Network using dial-up networking, then click the
Start
button inWindows 95/98 and select
Run
. Type winipcfg and pressOK
. If your IP address does notbegin with “192.104.”, then your LAN IP address is not being released. Click the
Release All
button, or consult your LAN administrator.
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Receive an Internal Server error in the Web browser
1.
Confirm that the address entered in the location field is correct (http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls).
2.
Confirm that Java and JavaScript are enabled in your Web browser, and confirm that Cookies is
set to Accept All.
Help
For technical assistance with installing or using FCC software, contact the FCC Technical Support
Hotline at (202)-414-1250 (voice) or (202) 414-1255 (TTY). The FCC Technical Support Hotline is
available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time. There are no weekend hours
and the hotline is closed all Federal holidays. All calls to the FCC Technical Support Hotline are
recorded.
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