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KilowattKat said:
So, if a broadcaster requests a call sign, but doesn't place it one of their properties, how long can they keep it until the FCC takes it back? Or do they even keep track of it to make sure that's been done.
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Speaking of unique call signs, one can request it for any of their licensed stations. That's assuming it's available and matches the particular region. (K's or W's) Same goes with moving a call sign from one station to another. As long as you're licensed to operate the station, you can request a call sign be moved from one of your stations to another. It has to be one for one. If you don't have a station in which to assign a call sign to, then you can't just hold call letters.
 
Kelly A said:
Speaking of unique call signs, one can request it for any of their licensed stations. That's assuming it's available and matches the particular region. (K's or W's) Same goes with moving a call sign from one station to another. As long as you're licensed to operate the station, you can request a call sign be moved from one of your stations to another. It has to be one for one. If you don't have a station in which to assign a call sign to, then you can't just hold call letters.
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Then there's also that strictly unavailable third ITU prefix letter we possess; the "N" set (used by military and govt.)

But imagine instead of KNWN, KOMO could have changed calls to NEWS. Almost would have been worth it.

A whole new platter of variety hits "name" stations (NICK, NATE. NEIL, NRMN (Norman), NNCY (Nancy)), would instantly appear. All playing the same songs, of course.

NILE (PERFECT complement to KIRO), NRTH (North), I could imagine NW-- being used a lot around here.
 
Bongwater said:
Then there's also that strictly unavailable third ITU prefix letter we possess; the "N" set (used by military and govt.)

But imagine instead of KNWN, KOMO could have changed calls to NEWS. Almost would have been worth it.

A whole new platter of variety hits "name" stations (NICK, NATE. NEIL, NRMN (Norman), NNCY (Nancy)), would instantly appear. All playing the same songs, of course.

NILE (PERFECT complement to KIRO), NRTH (North), I could imagine NW-- being used a lot around here.
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You've definitely tapped into the strong stuff at your local dispensary Larry.
 
Bongwater said:
NILE (PERFECT complement to KIRO), NRTH (North), I could imagine NW-- being used a lot around here.
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And in San Jose, CA, NERD makes a perfect ID.

NUKE in Los Alamos, NM.

This could go on for quite a while.
 
Bongwater said:
Then there's also that strictly unavailable third ITU prefix letter we possess; the "N" set (used by military and govt.)
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There was one attempt to use the "N" set for broadcasting: The never-launched NDXE shortwave station in Alabama. Three page article, read links in order:




The U.S. also has part of the "A" series, used by the military.
 
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