fcc knowledge database (kdb) electronic filing system
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FCC Knowledge Database (KDB) FCC Knowledge Database (KDB) Electronic Filing SystemElectronic Filing System
Laboratory DivisionLaboratory DivisionOffice of Engineering and TechnologyOffice of Engineering and TechnologyFederal Communications CommissionFederal Communications Commission
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KDB OverviewKDB OverviewKDB Objectives:
Provide a central location for ALL inquiriesProvide answers to questions in a timely and comprehensive mannerMake information easily accessible and searchable
• Knowledge Data Base Search (full text)• Detail Criteria Search (multiple “and” selections)
▫ Frequently Asked Questions▫ Interpretations
Response goal is 2 – 4 business days
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KDB PrimerKDB PrimerInquiries should be sent to www.fcc.gov/labhelp.
Retain the Inquiry Tracking Number presented after submittal of the inquiryIf additional information or clarification of a response received is necessary, please go to the FCC Web site at www.fcc.gov/labhelp
• Under Site Options click “Reply to an Inquiry Response”
• Input the original Inquiry Tracking Number• Submit the additional information
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KDB Primer (contKDB Primer (cont’’d)d)
Complete all information requested on the inquiry submittal – especially the Subject and Category fieldsQuestions within an organization should be coordinated to eliminate repeat questions from multiple partiesDo not resubmit an inquiry, revising the question with the hope of getting a different answer!Be as concise as possible, submitting necessary information only in the inquiry
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FCC Home PageFCC Home Page
On the main FCC webpage (www.fcc.gov) select the “e-filing” link on the upper part of the page to see all FCC electronic filing sites.
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FCC EFCC E--Filing SiteFiling Site
On the FCC “e-filing” page scroll about 2/3 down the page to the OET grouping to see equipment authorization electronic filing sites.
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FCC EFCC E--Filing Site OET LinksFiling Site OET Links
The equipment authorization related web pages are:OET Equipment Authorization Electronic Filing - used for searching for authorized equipment and submitting applications for the FCC to issue and equipment authorization.OET Knowledge Database (KDB) - used to research and ask equipment authorization questions.OET TCB/Accreditor Electronic Filing - used for TCB’s and entities that support the process to login and provide information to the FCC. This site is also where TCBs login and issue equipment authorizations.
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Internet AddressesInternet AddressesOET Knowledge Database (KDB) filing site:https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/kdb/index.cfmwww.fcc.gov/labhelpBeta Test OET KDB filing site:https://selafoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/kdb/index.cfm
The three links above are URL addresses relevant to the KDB. For the KDB system, the address www.fcc.gov/labhelp is an alias that point to the link listed above it. The beta test site is available for external users to practice or test submissions and new software releases.
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KDB Web Page KDB Web Page -- TopTop
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KDB Web Page KDB Web Page –– Upper MiddleUpper Middle
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KDB Web Page KDB Web Page –– Lower MiddleLower Middle
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KDB Web Page KDB Web Page -- BottomBottom
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Basic KDB SearchBasic KDB Search
Full text search – review Help link for specific information.
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Basic KDB Search ResultsBasic KDB Search Results
Search results page
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View of Specific Search ResultView of Specific Search Result
Publication display page
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Advanced KDB SearchAdvanced KDB Search
“Advanced Search” allows for a search of publications that meet the combination of criteria selected.
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View of Advanced KDB Search View of Advanced KDB Search ResultsResults
Advanced Search Results page
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View of Specific Search ResultView of Specific Search Result
Publication display page
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Submit Inquiry LinkSubmit Inquiry Link
Inquiry submittal page. Required fields are marked with an *
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Submit Inquiry Link (contSubmit Inquiry Link (cont’’d)d)
Inquiry submittal page (cont’d). Please select at least one category to facilitate appropriate assignment of the inquiry.
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Submit Inquiry Link (contSubmit Inquiry Link (cont’’d)d)
Text field for submittal of the inquiry. Be as concise as possible and submit only necessary information.
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Submit Inquiry Add AttachmentSubmit Inquiry Add Attachment
Add Attachments to the inquiry submittal. Confidentiality or internal use only may be requested for any attachment.
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Add Attachment ConfirmationAdd Attachment Confirmation
Attachment upload confirmation information.
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Complete Submission Complete Submission Confirmation PageConfirmation Page
Confirmation of inquiry submission. Retain for Inquiry Tracking Number reference and any future correspondence related to this inquiry.
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EE--mail Confirmation Imagemail Confirmation Image
E-mail notification of successful receipt of inquiry by the FCC. Retain the tracking number for future correspondence!
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Reply to an Inquiry Response Reply to an Inquiry Response Entry PageEntry Page
Reply to a follow-up question or comment regarding the initial inquiry submittal. Not the required Inquiry Tracking Number and e-mail address submitted with the inquiry fields.
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Reply to an Inquiry Response ViewReply to an Inquiry Response View
OET inquiry or comments are repeated on the inquiry response page.
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Reply to an Inquiry Response View Reply to an Inquiry Response View (cont(cont’’d)d)
Text response to the OET comment or question should be concise and include only necessary information.
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Category ListCategory List
The Category List may be viewed in full to determine the most applicable Category and sub-Category for an inquiry.
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Category List (contCategory List (cont’’d)d)
Full Category List
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Category List (contCategory List (cont’’d)d)
Full Category List
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Category List (contCategory List (cont’’d)d)
Full Category List
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Category List (contCategory List (cont’’d)d)
Full Category List
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Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions
The FAQ Search yields search results that represent those publications that have been identified by staff as Frequently Asked Questions.
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View InstructionsView Instructions
The on-line user’s manual is available from the View Instructions link
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Questions ???Questions ???
Thank You !