47 C.F.R. § 11.47 Optional use of other communications methods and systems.
Title 47 - Telecommunication
Link to an amendment published at 70 FR 71034, Nov. 25, 2005. (a) Broadcast stations may additionally transmit EAS messages through other communications means than the main audio channel. For example, on a voluntary basis, FM stations may use subcarriers to transmit the EAS codes including 57 kHz using the RBDS standard produced by the National Radio Systems Committee (NRSC) and television stations may use subsidiary communications services. (b) Other technologies and public service providers, such as DBS, low earth orbiting satellites, etc., that wish to participate in the EAS may contact the FCC's Office of Homeland Security, Enforcement Bureau, or their State Emergency Communications Committee for information and guidance. [60 FR 56000, Nov. 6, 1995, as amended at 65 FR 21658, Apr. 24, 2000; 69 FR 30234, May 27, 2004]
Title 47: Telecommunication
PART 11—EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM (EAS)
Subpart C—Organization
§ 11.47 Optional use of other communications methods and systems.
