1. What is an FCC ID?
FCC ID is a unique identifier assigned by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to all wireless emitting devices. It is used to certify that devices like two-way radios comply with regulatory standards and are permitted to be legally sold in the United States.
FCC ID number is made up of two parts, a grantee code and a product code.
a. The grantee code consists of three or five alphanumeric characters representing the grantee or applicant.
b. The product code is determined by the grantee who made the device. Some companies typically use the product model number as the product code, or incorporate parts of it.
2. Where to find an FCC ID?
FCC ID is typically printed on a label that is found inside the battery compartment of a two-way radio. However, it is necessary to ask two-way radio suppliers to show the corresponding FCC certificates for their devices.
3. How to verify an FCC ID?
Ensuring the authenticity of the FCC ID is essential for two-way radio compliance and performance. To verify an FCC ID, follow these steps:
a. Visit the official FCC website and go to the Equipment Authorization Search page. Or directly access the following URL:
https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm
b. Enter your radio's FCC ID, including grantee code and product code.
c. Click Start Search or press Enter on your keyboard to find all results about your radio.
d. Click Detail to view more detailed information about your radio.
Viewable attachments include:
● Attestation Letter
● Authorization Letter
● Confidential Letter
● Declaration of Similarity
● External Photos
● Label and Label Location
● Internal Photos
● SAR Test Report
● SAR Probe & Dipole Cal Cert
● SAR Scan Plots
● SAR Setup Photos
● Test Report
● User Manual
