Amateur Radio Orientation Seminar

Element II – Rules and Regulations

RA 3846 – Radio Control Law
• National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) - government
agency is responsible for the regulation of the amateur radio
service
• MC 03-08-2012 - Revised Amateur Radio Rules and Regulations
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. I – Definition of Terms
 Amateur Fixed Station –installed at a specified and fixed location
 Amateur Mobile Station –installed onboard a vehicle or vessel and
intended to be used while in motion or during halts at unspecified
points.
 Amateur Portable Station – an amateur radio station intended to
be used for operation during temporary halts or while in motion.
 Amateur Radio Communications – telecommunications by means of
radio waves conducted by or among duly authorized amateur
operators on a non-commercial basis.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. I – Definition of Terms
 Amateur Radio Service - A radio communications service for the
purpose of self-training, intercommunication, and technical
investigations carried out by amateurs.
 Amateur Radio Station License (ARSL) – a license or written authority
to own and operate amateur radio, issued to a qualified person who
has passed an appropriate amateur examination, for the period
specified.
 Amateur Satellite Service – A radio communication service using
space stations and earth satellites for the same purposes as those of
the Amateur Radio Service
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. I – Definition of Terms
 Club Station License — a license issued in favor of a club, society, or
association who has at least twenty-five (25) licensed RAOs and/or
RALs and a designated trustee
 Radio – applied to the use of radio waves.
 Radio Amateur Licensee (RAL) — an amateur with a valid ARSL
 Radio Amateur Operator (RAO) — A person with a valid RAOC who is
interested in radio technique solely with a personal aim to operate an
amateur station and without pecuniary interest
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. I – Definition of Terms
 Radio Amateur Operator Certificate (RAOC) – a certificate or written
authority to operate amateur radio, issued to a qualified person who
has passed an appropriate amateur examination, for the period
specified.
 Radio Apparatus – a reasonably complete and sufficient combination
of distinct radio equipment intended for and capable of being used
either for transmission or reception of radio signals or both.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. I – Definition of Terms
 Radio Station – One or more transmitters, receivers, or combination
of transmitters and receivers at a location for carrying on radio
communication
 Repeater Station – an unmanned fixed station that receives a signal
on one frequency and automatically re-transmits the same signal on
another frequency.
 Telecommunications – Any transmission, emission, or reception of
signs, signal, writings, images and sounds or intelligence of any nature
by wire, radio, optical or other electromagnetic systems.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. II – Applications and Licenses
 Classes of Amateurs
A – Extra Class
B – General Class
C – Technician Class
D – Foundation Class

Each class has a specific band privileges and maximum power output defined by
the NTC
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. II – Applications and Licenses
 Amateur Call Sign—The NTC shall grant a unique amateur call sign to
the applicant who:
1. successfully passes the amateur radio exams
2. meets the minimum conditions for the grant of license
 Effectivity of the Licenses or Certificates –shall be valid for a minimum
of one (1) year with the expiration date falling on the licensee’s birth
date.
 Lifetime or permanent ARSL shall be valid for the lifetime of the licensee.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. II – Applications and Licenses
 Renewal of License or Certificate – A license or certificate without
changes in any of its particulars may be renewed provided that the
application for renewal has been filed with the NTC at least thirty (30)
days before the date of expiration of the license or certificate.
o If license or certificate is expired less than two (2) years:
 Pay arrears equivalent to the license fee for every year or a fraction of a year that the
license was expired.
 A penalty equivalent to the annual license fee shall likewise be charged for every year or
a fraction of a year that the license has expired.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. II – Applications and Licenses
 Renewal of License or Certificate
o If license or certificate expired more than two (2) years, but less than 5 years:
 Pay arrears equivalent to the license fee for every year or a fraction of a year that the
license was expired.
 A penalty equivalent to the annual license fee shall likewise be charged for every year or
a fraction of a year that the license has expired.
 Applicant will be assigned a different call sign from that previously issued to him if it is no
longer available for assignment.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. II – Applications and Licenses
 Renewal of License or Certificate
o If license or certificate expired 5 years or more:
 Pay arrears equivalent to the license fee for every year or a fraction of a year that the
license was expired.
 A penalty equivalent to the annual license fee shall likewise be charged for every year or
a fraction of a year that the license has expired.
 Applicant will be assigned a different call sign from that previously issued to him if it is no
longer available for assignment.
 Applicant shall be required to attend a seminar on current Radio Laws and Radio Ethics
with the national amateur radio organization
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. II – Applications and Licenses
 Modification of License shall be filed with the NTC for:
o Upgrading to a higher class of license
o Change of name
o Transfer of location of the fixed station
o Addition/deletion of transceiver

 Duplicate License or Certificate – A license or certificate which has

been lost, mutilated, or destroyed shall be reported immediately and
an application for a duplicate copy be filed with the NTC. If the
original license or certificate is later found, the duplicate shall be
returned immediately to the NTC.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. III – Technical Regulations
 Authorized Frequencies (https://www.para.org.ph/frequency-
allocations.html)
 Stations operating on frequency bands allocated on a secondary basis
shall not cause harmful interference to stations authorized to operate
in the band of a primary service. Example: 420.000 - 440.000 MHz
Secondary
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. III – Technical Regulations
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. III – Technical Regulations
 Emergency Channel : 145.000 MHz (+/- 25 KHz)
 Also used for general calling for radiotelephony (voice)
 All transmissions shall be kept to a minimum and shall not exceed one minute
 A station should listen on this frequency for a reasonable period to make sure
that no distress traffic is being sent
 Distress Communications: Distress Call
1. The distress signal MAYDAY spoken three (3) times
2. The words THIS IS (DELTA ECHO in case of language difficulties).
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. IV – Amateur Radio Exams
 Applicant must submit application with the NTC
 General Qualifications
1. Filipino citizen, or a citizen of other countries that provide the same
privilege extended to Filipino nationals in their country.
2. At least twelve (12) years old for Class A, B, and C. At least nine (9) years old
for Class D, with parental consent.
3. Able to transmit and/or receive messages either in Filipino, English, or any
of the Philippine languages.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. IV – Amateur Radio Exams
 Examination Coverage
Element I - Morse Code
Element II - Rules and Regulations
Element III - Fundamentals of Electronics and Electricity
Element IV - Amateur Radio Practice
Element V - Signals, Frequencies, and Emission
Element VI - Circuit Components
Element VII - Operating Procedures
Element VIII - Practical Circuits
Element IX - Antennas and Transmission Lines
Element X - Radio Wave Propagation
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. IV – Amateur Radio Exams
 Written Examination
o Average of 70% to pass the written examination required for a class of
amateur license
o No rating of less than 50% is received for any of the prescribed elements
o If a candidate for Class C fails in Elements III or IV, but passes Element II, he
shall be eligible for a Class D License.
 Special Candidates - qualified to hold an amateur Class “B” provided
he shall pass the examination for Element II
o Registered ECE, commercial first radiotelephone operator, or first- or second-
class commercial radiotelegraph radio operator
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
1. A valid license/certificate
2. Transmission must be in plain language (English, Filipino, or any
Philippine dialects). Q codes may be used in voice communication.
3. An amateur shall not transmit messages or signals containing
music, profane or indecent words or language, or communications
intended to facilitate a criminal act.
4. Transmissions shall be identified through the use of call signs. The
amateur is encouraged to identify itself with its call sign at least
once every ten minutes of transmission.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
5. The call sign(s) of a licensee shall be displayed conspicuously at the
authorized location of the station or on the equipment itself if it is a
portable station.
6. All transmissions with false or misleading identification are prohibited.
7. Communications with amateur stations of other countries shall be made
in plain language and shall be limited to messages of a technical nature
relating to testing and personal remarks
8. The amateur shall operate within the privileges allowed in the station
license granted to him.
9. The license must be posted in a conspicuous place in the radio station or
a certified copy thereof be carried by the amateur.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
10. The amateur may permit any person to transmit by voice provided:
a. He directly controls the entire operation in accordance with the proper
amateur practice
b. Only the call sign of the licensee is used to identify the transmission.
11. Amateurs shall not receive, levy, or collect a toll fee or other
remuneration for a service or services performed by his station.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
12. Amateurs shall take great effort to regulate and control the use of
any channel in the authorized frequency band/s in order to prevent
harmful interference to other existing radio communications.
a. No harmonics, key clicks and other forms of unwanted signals.
b. Intentional jamming is strictly prohibited, and it shall be a ground for
suspension and/or revocation of the license or certificate after due process,
or for those who are not licensed, it may be a bar to the issuance of any
license or certificate.
13. It is absolutely forbidden for amateurs to use their facilities for
transmitting music and commercial messages or signals.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
14. The radio frequencies allocated for amateur stations shall be used strictly
in accordance with the class of the operating stations.
15. An amateur shall cease operation immediately upon knowing that his
station is causing harmful interference to the operation of any existing
licensed station.
16. If harmful interference is being caused by an amateur radio station, the
NTC shall take appropriate steps as it may deem proper for the
prevention of further interference either by:
a. Limiting the power of the station
b. Limiting the working hours of the stations
c. If necessary, by suspending its operation pending a satisfactory adjustment of the
equipment.
d. In the event of continued interference, the NTC may order the temporary closure
of the interfering station.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
17. The power output of the equipment shall not exceed the limit
prescribed for the particular class of station.
18. In radioteletype transmission, the frequency shift shall not exceed
850 hertz. The simultaneous transmission of sound and picture
(Amateur Television) on all frequencies above 50 MHz is allowed
provided such operation shall be covered by a specific authorization
from the NTC.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
20. Broadcasting of information intended solely for licensed amateurs
as defined under these regulations is authorized within the radio
frequency bands allocated for the Amateur Radio Service.
Rebroadcast of radio or television programs originally intended for
the entertainment of the general public is not allowed.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. IX – Amateur Radio Districts
DISTRICT NO. 1 DISTRICT NO. 6
• National Capital Region (NCR) • Western Visayas (VI)
• CALABARZON (IV-A)
• MIMAROPA (IV-B)
DISTRICT NO. 7
• Central Visayas (VII)
DISTRICT NO. 2
• Ilocos Region (I) DISTRICT NO. 8
• Cagayan Valley Region (II) • Zamboanga Peninsula (IX)
• Cordillera Autonomous Region (CAR) • Northern Mindanao (X)
DISTRICT NO. 3 • SOCCSKSARGEN (XII)
• Central Luzon (III) DISTRICT NO. 9
DISTRICT NO. 4 • Davao Region (XI)
• Bicol Region (V) • CARAGA (XIII)
DISTRICT NO. 5 • ARMM
• Eastern Visayas (VIII)
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
23. Portable or mobile operation
a. Portable or mobile operation must be identified in radiotelephony by the call sign
of the station suffixed by the word “portable” or “mobile” followed by the number
of the district in which the operation is taking place, if different from the licensee’s
district. For example:
“DU9RG portable 8” -> DU9RG is operating portable in District 8
“DV2JJT mobile 9” -> DV2JJT is operating mobile in District 9
“DW3ABC portable” -> DW3ABC is operating portable in District 3
“DY1XYZ mobile” -> DY1XYZ is operating mobile in District 1

b. Portable operation must not exceed one (1) month in any other area without
obtaining a specific authority for continued operation
i. If the operation will exceed four (4) months continuously in that location, a modification of
the station license must be applied for.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
23. Portable or mobile operation
c. The licensee shall make available the portable or mobile equipment of the
station for inspection upon reasonable request of the NTC authorized
representative.
d. The licensee of a portable or mobile station may also communicate with his
own fixed station provided that said fixed station is manned by another duly
licensed amateur and identified with the use of the authorized call sign of
that fixed station. For example:
“DU1ER portable 3 <==> DU1ER”
“DV4MMB mobile <==> DV4MMB”
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. V – Rules Governing
Operation of Amateur Stations
24. Amateurs being at the forefront of technology and experimentation
may use the latest technology to enhance their hobby. This includes,
but is not limited to, the use of amateur satellites and the internet
within the limits of the law.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. VI – Sale, Importation, and
Use of Amateur Radio Transceivers
 Only NTC accredited radio dealers shall be allowed to sell and import
amateur transceivers.
 Licensed amateurs may sell and transfer transceivers previously
licensed/registered under his name to another licensed amateur
provided that the latter has secured an appropriate permit to
purchase.
 Licensed amateurs may import equipment for personal use upon
securing the proper permit from the NTC and the payment of the
appropriate Customs duties.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. VII – Installation and
Operation of Repeaters
 Only duly recognized amateur associations, clubs, societies or schools
are allowed to install/operate a repeater.
 The amateur shall operate the repeaters properly on a non-
interference basis. In cases of interference to and between repeaters,
the national amateur radio organization may be called by the NTC to
mediate and arbitrate.
 A repeater license, which is separate from the ARSL or club station
license, shall be issued in favor of a club or association.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. VIII – Amateur Organization
 An amateur organization, club, society, organized under Philippine
Laws and having a minimum membership of twenty-five (25) duly
licensed amateur radio operator may be accredited by NTC and
granted permission to operate a club station.
 An applicant organization shall execute a Memorandum of Agreement
with the NTC. The MoA shall indicate the conditions under which the
applicant organization may be accredited.
 The Philippine Amateur Radio Association (PARA) is the only
recognized national society of amateurs.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. VIII – Amateur Organization
 The NTC may authorize an accredited amateur club or association to
establish and operate an amateur fixed station (Club Station)
o The station license shall be issued only to a trustee designated by the club
o Club Trustee must be:
 Class “A” member of the club
 With a valid ARSL
 Has been licensed as Class “A” for at least five (5) years
o The trustee shall be responsible for the correct and proper operation of the
station
o The trustee may allow amateurs of lower classes to operate the station
provided that the same shall be done under his direct supervision only.
MC 03-08-2012: Sec. XI – Grounds for Revocation
of RSL/ROC/Permit
 A license or certificate issued under these regulations may be revoked
or suspended, after due notice and hearing is afforded to the amateur
or trustee for the following acts:
1. Violation of any provisions of the Radio Control Act 3846 concerning the
amateur radio service
2. Making any false statement in the application for license and/or operator
certificate or any report required to be submitted under these regulations.
3. Failure to comply with any of the conditions under which a license is issued.
4. Intentional harmful interfering or jamming of licensed radio stations.
Office Order 108-12-2012
 Guidelines in the Assignment of Call Sign in the Amateur Radio
Service
DU, 4F – Extra Class (A)
DV – General Class (B)
DW – Technician Class (C)
DY – Foundation Class (D)
DX or DZ – Club station, DXpeditions, Special Events
Office Order 108-12-2012
 Formation of Call Sign

D Y 1 E M Z

PREFIX DIST. # SUFFIX

D U 9 R B

D X 3 H

Note: Suffix shall be a minimum of 2 characters, maximum of 3, for individuals. Club stations may have 1
to 3 characters for their suffix. Suffixes will also be serialized.
Office Order 108-12-2012
 The suffix of a call sign shall be reserved for upgrading to higher
license class. For example:
DY3BBB ==> DW3BBB, DV3BBB, DU3BBB/4F3BBB
 The following call signs will not be assigned:
o Obscene sounding suffix, such as DW1SEX.
o Suffix that could be confused for distress signals, such as DU7SOS, DV9PAN.
o Suffix that is the same as reserved abbreviations for telecommunications,
such DX2QSY, 4G1QRM
Office Order 183-12-2016
 Guidelines in the Additional Allocation of Prefixes in the Amateur
Radio Service
4E – Extra Class (A)
4I – General Class (B)
4G – Technician Class (C)
4H – Foundation Class (D)
Review Questions: Element II
The basic “Radio Control Law” is
a. Act 3986
b. Act 3846
c. Act 3486
d. Act 3186
Review Questions: Element II
What government agency is responsible for the regulation of the
amateur radio service?
a. NSO
b. NIA
c. NTC
d. DFA
Review Questions: Element II
The simultaneous transmission of sound and picture (Amateur
Television) on all frequencies above ____ is allowed provided such
operation shall be covered by a specific authorization from the NTC.
a. 30 Mhz
b. 40 Mhz
c. 50 MHZ
d. 60 Mhz
Review Questions: Element II
What is the radiotelephone urgency signal?
a. MAYDAY
b. SECURITE
c. PAN
d. VVV
Review Questions: Element II
The Philippines is divided into how many amateur districts?
a. 9
b. 10
c. 11
d. 12
Review Questions: Element II
When is any person permitted to transmit by voice while operating the
amateur station of a licensee?
a. When a person has undergone training in radio operation
b. When the licensee controls directly the entire operation in
accordance with proper amateur practice
c. When the licensee is authorized by the radio club
d. When a person sees the need especially in emergency situations
Review Questions: Element II
Maximum term of an amateur radio station license
a. 5 years
b. 3 years
c. 2 years
d. 1 year
Review Questions: Element II
What is an amateur radio operator?
a. Someone who broadcasts music
b. Someone who sells radio equipment
c. Someone who performs communications for self training and
experimentation
d. Someone who operates a cellphone
Review Questions: Element II
Bicol is in what amateur radio district?
a. District 6
b. District 5
c. District 4
d. District 3
Review Questions: Element II
What type of modification of the amateur license can be filed with the
NTC : [Information]
a. Transfer of location of the fixed station
b. Installation of additional or change of transmitter/transceiver
c. Upgrading to a higher class of license
d. All of the above
Review Questions: Element II
What is a document is issued by NTC authorizing the holder to
purchase a radio transmitter or transceivers?
a. permit to own
b. permit to possess
c. permit to purchase
d. permit to transfer
Review Questions: Element II
What is an amateur radio station intended to be used for operation
during unspecified halts or while in motion?
a. temporary station
b. portable station
c. mobile station
d. fixed station
Review Questions: Element II
If a Class C amateur applies for renewal of his license for another 3
years but is 14 months expired and the prescribed license fee is
P144.00 per year, how much shall he pay NTC for his Radio Station
License renewal excluding filing fee?
a. P432 License fee: 144 x 3 = 432
b. P576 Arrears: (144 x 1) + (144 x .5) = 216
c. P648 Total: 432 + 216 = 648
d. P720
Review Questions: Element II
Amateurs from another country may be allowed to operate in the
Philippines provided Filipinos are allowed to operate in their country.
This formal or informal arrangement is known as
a. Third Party Agreement
b. Reciprocal Agreement
c. Treaty
d. ITU Requirement
Review Questions: Element II
The radio frequencies allocated for amateur stations shall be used
strictly in accordance with
a. The Lottery
b. Mode
c. The class of operating station
d. Location
Review Questions: Element II
______ is defined as a radio communication service using space
stations on earth satellites for the same purpose as those of the
Amateur Radio Service
a. Amateur Space Service
b. Amateur Satellite Service
c. Amateur Relay Station
d. Amateur Repeater Station
Review Questions: Element II
If a Class C amateur passes the examination for an upgrade to Class B,
how does he effect the upgrade in his license?
a. Renewal of license
b. Duplicate license
c. Modification of amateur license
d. Cancellation of Class C
Review Questions: Element II
What document is issued by NTC authorizing possession of a radio
transmitter or receiver
a. Permit to own
b. Permit to transfer
c. Permit to possess
d. Permit to purchase
Review Questions: Element II
An amateur club station is licensed under the name of
a. the President
b. the Executive Secretary
c. the Trustee
d. the hired Commerical radio operator of the association
Review Questions: Element II
The Philippines is under what ITU region?
a. Region 1
b. Region 2
c. Region 3
d. Region 4
Review Questions: Element II
Baguio City belongs to what amateur radio district?
a. District 2
b. District 3
c. District 4
d. District 5
Review Questions: Element II
To qualify for accreditation, amateur radio associations should have at
least _______ licensed members.
a. 55
b. 45
c. 35
d. 25
Review Questions: Element II
What is the combination of letters and numbers to identify a radio
station known as?
a. identification
b. callsign
c. password
d. PIN
Review Questions: Element II
Amateur class "D" certificate holders are authorized to operate
a. UHF radio station
b. VHF radio station
c. Broadcast radio station
d. HF only
Review Questions: Element II
What is the coverage of Element IV (4) for Class C examination?
a. Radio Rules and Regulation
b. Operating Procedures
c. Amateur Radio Practice
d. Electrical and Electronics Principles
Review Questions: Element II
How long should a logbook with distress traffic entry be kept?
a. 10 yrs
b. 8 yrs
c. 5 yrs
d. 2 yrs
Review Questions: Element II
Who is authorized to install and operate amateur radio repeaters?
a. Anyone
b. Technician
c. Only duly recognized amateur associations, clubs or societies
d. None of the above
Review Questions: Element II
Who is a Class A amateur duly appointed by the board of a club or
association to supervise and control the proper use and operation of
the fixed station of that association or club?
a. Club President
b. Club Treasurer
c. Trustee
d. Club Secretary
Review Questions: Element II
A Class A amateur license is also known as ______?
a. Expert class
b. General class
c. Advance class
d. Extra class
Review Questions: Element II
What term means telecommunications by means of radio waves
conducted by or among authorized amateurs on a non-commercial
basis?
a. Amateur radio Communications
b. Amateur radio short wave propagation check
c. Amateur transceiver testing
d. Amateur radio morse code practice
Review Questions: Element II
Which Element is not prescribed for Class C examination?
a. Element I
b. Element II
c. Element III
d. Element IV
Review Questions: Element II
Holders of Class "C" amateur certificate may possess how many radio
stations?
a. One
b. As many as they wish
c. Two
d. Three
Review Questions: Element II
The VHF emergency and general calling frequency for radio telephony
a. 145 MHz +- 50 kHz
b. 145 MHz +- 25 kHz
c. 145 MHz +- 10 kHz
d. 145 MHz +- 5 kHz
Review Questions: Element II
For every year that an amateur license had expired and filed for
renewal at NTC, a surcharge equivalent to _____ shall be charged in
addition to the regular annual license fee.
a. 50%
b. 75%
c. 80%
d. 100%
Review Questions: Element II
Which one below is a valid amateur call sign in the Philippines?
a. DUA3ABC
b. 3XYZ
c. DW7ZZZ
d. OPR
Review Questions: Element II
Average passing grade in an amateur examination is 70%, provided no
rating below
a. 70%
b. 60%
c. 50%
d. 40%
Review Questions: Element II
The content of a radio message shall be divulged only to the
a. Club members only
b. Addressee
c. Close friends
d. Bank manager
Review Questions: Element II
If an amateur with a DU9XX call sign operates temporarily a portable
station in Zamboanga for less than a month, how should he identify his
station in radiotelephony?
a. DU9XX portable 8
b. DU9XX portable 7
c. DU9XX portable 6
d. DU9XX portable
Review Questions: Element II
An expired license of not less than how many years may be renewed
upon filing of renewal application and payment to NTC of the
prescribed fees and surcharges with no requirement to retake the
examinations and retaining the assigned call sign?
a. 2 years
b. 3 years
c. 4 years
d. 5 years
Review Questions: Element II
Minimum age requirement for candidates for amateur examination
a. 21 yrs old
b. 18 yrs old
c. 15 yrs old
d. 12 yrs old
Review Questions: Element II
Amateur Class "D" licensee is authorized to operate HF radio stations.
a. Sometimes
b. Yes
c. No
d. Maybe
Review Questions: Element II
A Class A licensee shall be allowed to operate HF fixed and mobile radio
station with an output power not to exceed
a. 1000 w on SSB
b. 500 w on SSB
c. 2 kw on SSB
d. 100 kw on SSB
Review Questions: Element II
What should an amateur do upon knowing that his station is causing
harmful interference to the operation of any existing station?
a. Increase power
b. Ignore
c. Cease operation immediately
d. Ask for help
Review Questions: Element II
A radio station in the amateur service installed at specified fixed
location and operated to communicate with an amateur mobile station,
amateur portable station or another amateur fixed radio station is an
________ ?
a. Amateur Mobile Station
b. Amateur Fixed Radio Station
c. Amateur Portable Station
d. Amateur Shortwave Station
Review Questions: Element II
What provinces belong to amateur radio District 6?
a. Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, Surigao del Norte
b. Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Sorsogon
c. Iloilo, Negros Occidental, Capiz
d. Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan
Review Questions: Element II
What frequency range on 2-meter VHF can be used by amateurs in the
Philippines?
a. 144.000-146.000 MHz
b. 144.000-148.000 MHz
c. 140.000-146.000 MHz
d. 138.000-174.000 MHz
Review Questions: Element II
What is strictly prohibited under the Rules Governing Operation of
Amateur Stations?
a. Operation without a valid amateur radio operator certificate or
radio station license
b. Transmission of messages or signals containing profane or indecent
words or language
c. Transmission with false or misleading identification
d. All of the above
Review Questions: Element II
What may an amateur, whose license has expired for more than 5
years, do to become licensed again (subject to the assignment of a
different call sign)?
a. Pass the appropriate examination and pay prescribed fees for a new
license to NTC
b. Apply for renewal and pay prescribed fees and surcharges to NTC
c. Pass the appropriate examination and pay surcharges for every year
expired to NTC
d. None of the above
Review Questions: Element II
In the amateur band, what kind of messages should not be
transmitted?
a. Messages regarding experiments with antennas
b. Personal messages to another amateur radio operator
c. Commercial and broadcast messages
d. Emergency calls on 145MHz
Review Questions: Element II
Number and letter combination assigned by NTC to provide positive
identification to radio stations
a. code name
b. call sign
c. serial number
d. call number
Review Questions: Element II
________ is the term for any transmission, emission and reception of
signs, signals, writings, images and sounds or intelligence of any nature
by wire, radio, optical or other electromagnetic systems?
a. Broadcast
b. Radio Experimentation
c. Propagation
d. Telecommunication