[Wswss] 33cm Bandplan

[Ron Patterson]

Merry Christmas all,

It has been brought to my attention that NARRC is curently discussing 
the band plan for 902 Mhz. In looking at the proposed plan on the NARRC 
website, I see that there has been no provision for weak signal 
operations. In the ARRL bandplan 902 to 903 Mhz is reserved for weak 
signal operation. In the SCRRBA band plan for southern California 
902.0000 to 902.1000 Mhz is reserved for weak signal operation.

With the availability of inexpensive surplus cellular amplifiers, I have 
seen an increase in weak signal activity on the band. I myself have 
acquired a 250 watt amplifier. Stations as far north as the bay area are 
working stations around California. This activity takes place between 
902 and 902.1 Mhz. Coordinating repeater inputs in this portion of the 
band is a recipe for future interference problems.

I urge the NARCC Spectrum Management Committee at a minimum to conform 
to the SCRRBA band plan. This would mean no repeater inputs below 
902.1125 Mhz. Looking at the coordinated repeaters, I see that there are 
three repeaters that may have inputs in this area. I would strongly 
suggest that no more repeaters be coordinated for this portion of the band.

Ron Patterson W6FM
NARCC Org# 296