FCC License Information

Your KENWOOD radio operates on communications frequencies which are subject to FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Rules & Regulations. FCC Rules require that all operators using Personal Radio Service frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment. Application for license must be made on FCC form 574. Temporary operation is allowed, using form 574T which has been provided for your convenience (remove the form from the center of this Instruction Manual). Please read and follow the instructions on the provided form.

FAX: Forms can be obtained by fax from the FCC Fax-On-Demand system. Call 1-202-418-0177 from your fax machine and request document number 000574 for the form and instructions. If you would like an example of a completed 574 form, also request document number 005741.

MAIL: Forms can be ordered by telephone, and will be sent to you by first class mail. Call the FCC Forms Hotline at 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676).

INTERNET: Form 574 and instructions can be downloaded from the FCC Forms website at: http://www.fcc.gov/formpage.html

Before filling out your Form 574 application Technical Data section, you must decide which frequency (or frequencies) you will operate on. Refer to the frequency charts on pages 41 and 42.

Questions? Call the FCC for license application questions at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).