[BC] A nice, legit, Part 15 AM box

[Richard Fry]

R. Meuser wrote:
>You are correct, Richard BUT the FCC seems to accept
>a TX mounted on top of a Billboard.
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Then again, maybe not so much.

Here is a response to a question on this topic from Raymond Laforge
at the FCC.  The complete header is included, to show authenticity.

RF
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You  seek information on the legality of setting these AM transmitting
systems on top of billboards and other high, metal structures. Pursuant
to 47 CFR 15.219(b), the total length of the transmission line, antenna
and ground lead (if used) shall not exceed 3 meters.  Thus, we do not
except installations on higher structures that result in violation of
Section 15.219.