FCC Exam Question: 6A606

Who may install, maintain or adjust radiotelephone transmitters which radiate less than 50 watts carrierpower?

A. Anyone under the immediate supervision and responsibility of a person holding a first of second classradiotelegraph or general radiotelephone operator license
B. Only a properly licensed radiotelephone operator
C. Any holder of a marine radio operator permit or higher
D. Only persons holding an operator certificate containing a ship radar endorsement
Correct Answer: A

Explanation: FCC regulations, particularly those outlined in Part 13 for commercial radio operators, allow for flexibility in who performs technical work on lower-power transmitters. For radiotelephone transmitters radiating less than 50 watts carrier power, installation, maintenance, or adjustments can be performed by individuals who do not hold a specific commercial operator license themselves. However, this work *must* be carried out under the immediate supervision and ultimate responsibility of someone holding a higher-grade commercial license: a First Class Radiotelegraph, Second Class Radiotelegraph, or General Radiotelephone Operator License. This ensures proper technical oversight. Options B, C, and D are incorrect. Option B is too restrictive, as supervised work is permitted. Option C (Marine Radio Operator Permit) and Option D (ship radar endorsement) are primarily for operating specific equipment or are highly specialized, and do not grant authority for unsupervised technical work on general radiotelephone transmitters as described.

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Includes Elements 1, 3, 6, 7R, 8, and 9.