Deep Dive: T1D02
The correct answer is B: Broadcasting. According to FCC Part 97.113(b), broadcasting (one-way transmissions intended for reception by the general public) is prohibited in the Amateur Radio Service. Amateur radio is a two-way communication service, not a broadcast service. Broadcasting is defined as transmissions intended for reception by the general public, rather than specific amateur stations. Amateur radio is designed for point-to-point or point-to-multipoint communications between licensed amateur operators, not for general broadcasting to the public. However, other one-way transmissions are permitted in specific circumstances, such as beacons (for propagation study), telecommand (for controlling remote stations), telemetry (for data transmission), and certain other authorized one-way operations.
Why Other Answers Are Wrong
Option A: Incorrect. One-way transmissions are not prohibited in all circumstances. Beacons, telecommand, telemetry, and other authorized one-way operations are permitted. Option C: Incorrect. International Morse Code practice (like W1AW bulletins) is permitted as a one-way transmission for educational purposes. Option D: Incorrect. Telecommand and telemetry are permitted one-way transmissions for controlling remote stations or transmitting data.
Exam Tip
Broadcasting = Prohibited. Remember: Broadcasting (transmissions to the general public) is the only prohibited one-way transmission. Other one-way operations like beacons and telecommand are allowed.
Memory Aid
**B**roadcasting = **B**anned (think 'B = B')
Real-World Example
You cannot use your amateur station to broadcast music, news, or entertainment to the general public - that's broadcasting and is prohibited. However, you can operate a beacon station that transmits your call sign and location for propagation study (one-way, but not broadcasting). You can also send telecommand signals to control a remote station (one-way, but not broadcasting).
Source & Coverage
Question Pool: 2022-2026 Question Pool
Subelement: T1D
Reference: FCC Part 97.113(b)
Key Concepts
Verified Content
Question from the official FCC Technician Class pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators and mapped to the T1D topic.