Paul Walker wrote: >>> CKWX can;'t just apply for a new frequency.. you
make this out to be a lot simplier then it really is.<<<
That's not true. Patrick's suggestion of 600 is interesting. CKWX could very
easily apply for a new frequency. There's a few potentially open channels in
Vancouver. Like 1570, or perhaps 600 as Patrick suggested. And not only
could they apply, the CRTC would likely be receptive if CKWX does its
homework and presents a clear picture - and if this would truly best solve
the problem.
If CKWX is getting hammered and listeners are affected, the station needs to
consider its options. Options could include a new channel, power and pattren
modifications to the existing channel, one or more FM repeaters, a full move
to FM.
But let's step back, because one should always take a considered, stepped
approach to solving problems. Changing one's channel is a bit of a hassle,
perhaps the last of many potential steps.
If I was the owner, my first tack would be to speak with an experienced
engineer and a lawyer.
Their advice notwithstanding, my preference would be solve this
diplomatically by (a) contacting the station and (b) if need be the CRTC /
Industry Canada.
I don't want to lose listeners. So I would not wait long for diplomacy to
work, unless the U.S. station makes determined efforts to modify its signal
(if this is reasonable to expect) and/or behaviour (if the U.S. station is
doing anything inappropriate).
My next step (I'd probably get a head start in terms of research while any
diplomacy is going on) would be to look at technical options (described
above) or legal measures (I'm not convinced there are many, but a lawyer
might help CKWX persuade the Canadian authorities that somehow they need
relief; and I am confident the CRTC would care if CKWX took appropriate
steps to prove that listenership is being significantly hampered).
Saul
----- Original Message -----
From: "Paul B. Walker, Jr." <walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com>
To: <a...@nrcdxas.org>
Cc: "Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America"
<irca@hard-core-dx.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 1:50 PM
Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] more on 1130 BC-OR / CKWX lowered power Monday
night for testing
CKWX can;'t just apply for a new frequency.. you make this out to be alot
simplier then it really is.
From what I've read, the interference CKWX is getting from 1130 in Mt
Angel
is somehting they arent actually protected from legally, I htink.. but
don't
quote me.
Co-ordinaiton between the Industry Canada, CRTC and the FCC takes time..
and
though they may not be official, some agreement may be worked out
informally.
Paul
On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 12:14 PM, Patrick Martin <mwd...@webtv.net> wrote:
I don't see how these tests will change anything, unless they just want
to make sure their pattern is correct. But the SS music QRM will
continue, unless Mt. Angel makes some changes. CKWX may have to apply
for a new frequency. Hey maybe they can take over the old 600. At least
there is no other stations on the freq in the NW.
73,
Patrick
Patrick Martin
Seaside OR
KGED QSL Manager
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