190-00303-05 GIA 63 Installation ManualRev. Y Page 1-111.5 License RequirementsThe Telecommunications Act of 1996, effective February 8, 1996, provides the FCC discretion toeliminate radio station license requirements for aircraft and ships. The GIA 63(X) installation must complywith current transmitter licensing requirements. To find out the specific details on whether a particularinstallation is exempt from licensing, please visit the FCC web site http://wireless.fcc.gov/aviation.Transmitter Description: Aviation-band VHF transceiver with 25 and 8.33 kHz channel spacing.Antenna Characteristics: Broad band, 50 ohm, vertically polarized.Rated Power: 16 Watts (28 VDC Operation)10 Watts (14 VDC Operation; 011-01105-2X and -3X only)Emission Type: 6K00A3E (25 kHz Channel Spacing Mode)5K6A3E (8.33 kHz Channel Spacing Mode; 011-01105-2X/-3X/-4Xonly)Frequency of Operation: 118.000 – 136.992 MHzIf an aircraft license is required, make application for a license on FCC form 404, application for AircraftRadio Station License. The FCC also has a fax-on-demand service to provide forms by fax. The GIA 63(X)owner accepts all responsibility for obtaining the proper licensing before using the transmitter.International transmitter license procedures vary by country. Contact the local spectrum agency for licenserequirements.CAUTIONThe VHF transmitter in this equipment is guaranteed to meet federal communicationscommission acceptance over the operating temperature range. Modifications notexpressly approved by Garmin could invalidate the license and make it unlawful tooperate the equipment.