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EXHIBIT FOR SEA TEL RADIATION HAZARD REPORTS




INCLUDES RADIATION HAZARD REPORTS FOR

SEA TEL 1 METER ANTENNA

SEA TEL 1.2 METER ANTENNA

SEA TEL 1.5 METER ANTENNA


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Radiation Hazard Report                                                                   Page 1 of 5


         Analysis of Non—lonizing Radiation for a 1.0—Meter Earth
                             Station System
This report analyzes the non—ionizing radiation levels for a 1.0—meter earth station system. The analysis and
calculations performed in this report comply with the methods described in the FCC Office of Engineering
and Technology Bulletin, No. 65 first published in 1985 and revised in 1997 in Edition 97—01. The radiation
safety limits used in the analysis are in conformance with the FCC R&O 96—326. Bulletin No. 65 and the
FCC R&O specifies that there are two separate tiers of exposure limits that are dependant on the situation in
which the exposure takes place and/or the status of the individuals who are subject to the exposure. The
Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits for persons in a General Population/Uncontrolled environment
are shown in Table 1. The General Population/Uncontrolled MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is
for an exposure period of thirty minutes or less. The MPE limits for persons in an Occupational/Controlled
environment are shown in Table 2. The Occupational MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is for an
exposure period of six minutes or less. The purpose of the analysis described in this report is to determine
the power flux density levels of the earth station in the far—field, near—field, transition region, between the
subreflector or feed and main reflector surface, at the main reflector surface, and between the antenna edge
and the ground and to compare these levels to the specified MPEs.

                 Table 1. Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure (MPE)
                    Frequency Range (MHz)            Power Density (mW/icm")
                              30—300                               0.2
                             300—1500                   Frequency (MHz)*(0.8/1200)
                           1500—100,000                            1.0

                     Table 2. Limits for Occupational/Controlled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)            Power Density (mWiecm")
                           30—300                                1.0
                          300—1500                    Frequency (MHz)*(4.0/1200)
                        1500—100,000                             5.0


          Table 3. Formulas and Parameters Used for Determining Power Flux Densities
    Parameter                       Symbo!              Formula                  Value              Units
    Antenna Diameter                  D                   Input                   1.0               m
    Antenna Surface Area             Asurface            1 D/ 4                   0.79              m*
    Feed Flange Diameter               Dra                Input                   2.0               cm
    Area of Feed Flange                Afa               x D; 4                   3.14              cm*
    Frequency                           F                 Input                 14250               MHz
    Wavelength                          A                300 /F                0.021053             m
    Transmit Power                      P                 Input                  3.37               W
    Antenna Gain (dBi)                 Ges                Input                  40.6               dBi
    Antenna Gain (factor)               G                1 00e                  11481.5             n/a
    Pi               .                  T               Constant .            3. 1415927            n/a
    Antenna Efficiency                  m              G*/(r°D")                  0.52              n/a


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 Radiation Hazard Report                                                            Page 2 of 5


 1.       Far Field Distance Calculation

 The distance to the beginning of the far field can be determined from the following equation:

       Distance to the Far Field Region                      Ry =0.60 D/A                         (1)
                                                                  = 28.5 m

The maximum main beam power density in the far field can be determined from the following
equation:

      On—Axis Power Density in the Far Field                 S& =GP/(4 t Ry*)                     (2)
                                                                  = 3.791 W/im*
                                                                  = 0.379 mW/icm*

2.        Near Field Calculation

Power flux density is considered to be at a maximum value throughout the entire length of the
defined Near Field region. The region is contained within a cylindrical volume having the same
diameter as the antenna. Past the boundary of the Near Field region, the power density from the
antenna decreases linearly with respect to increasing distance.

The distance to the end of the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Extent of the Near Field                              Ry = D/ (4 2)                         (3)
                                                                  =11.9 m

The maximum power density in the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Near Field Power Density                              Sa = 16.0 1 P / (1 D)                 (4)
                                                                  = 8.849 W/im*
                                                                  = 0.885 mW/cm*

3.       Transition Region Calculation

The Transition region is located between the Near and Far Field regions. The power density
begins to decrease linearly with increasing distance in the Transition region. While the power
density decreases inversely with distance in the Transition region, the power density decreases
inversely with the square of the distance in the Far Field region. The maximum power density in
the Transition region will not exceed that calculated for the Near Field region. The power density
calculated in Section 1 is the highest power density the antenna can produce in any of the regions
away from the antenna. The power density at a distance R, can be determined from the following
equation:

      Transition Region Power Density                       S =SirRu/R                            (5)
                                                             __= 0.885 mW/cm*


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 Radiation Hazard Report                                                           Page 3 of 5


4.       Region between the Feed Assembly and the Antenna Reflector

Transmissions from the feed assembly are directed toward the antenna reflector surface, and are
confined within a conical shape defined by the type of feed assembly. The most common feed
assemblies are waveguide flanges, horns or subreflectors. The energy between the feed assembly
and reflector surface can be calculated by determining the power density at the feed assembly
surface. This can be determined from the following equation:

     Power Density at the Feed Flange                      Sia = 4000 P / Ajj                    (6)
                                                               = 4290.817 mW/cm*


5.      Main Reflector Region

The power density in the main reflector is determined in the same manner as the power density at
the feed assembly. The area is now the area of the reflector aperture and can be determined from
the following equation:

     Power Density at the Reflector Surface           Ssurface 7 4 P / Asurtface                 (7)
                                                               = 17.163 W/im*
                                                               = 1.716 mW/cm


6.      Region between the Reflector and the Ground

Assuming uniform illumination of the reflector surface, the power density between the antenna and
the ground can be determined from the following equation:

     Power Density between Reflector and Ground           Sy =P / Asurface                       (8)
                                                               = 4.291 W/im
                                                               = 0.429 mW/icm*


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 Radiation Hazard Report                                      —                 Page 4 of 5


 7.       Summary of Calculations


             Table 4. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Uncontrolled Environment

                                                Calculated Maximum
                                           Radiation Power Density Level
Region                                                  (mW/icm?)             Hazard Assessment
1.    Far Field (R; = 28.5 m)                     Sq¢           0.379          Satisfies FCC MPE
2.    Near Field (R,; = 11.9 m)                   Sn            0.885          Satisfies FCC MPE
3.    Transition Region (Ry, < R, < Ry)           S;            0.885          Satisfies FCC MPE
4.     Between Feed Assembly and                  Sta        4290.817           Potential Hazard
       Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                                 Scurface        ____1.716     Potential Hazard
6. Between Reflector and Ground                   Sq              0.429        Satisfies FCC MPE


              Table 5. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Controlled Environment

                                               Calculated Maximum
                                             Radiation Power Density
Region                                            Level (mW/cm*)              Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (R;= 28.5 m)                         Sr¢           0.379          Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (R,,; = 11.9 m)                     Sat           0.885          Satisfies FCC MPE
3. Transition Region (Ry < R, < Rg)               S;            0.885          Satisfies FCC MPE
4. Between Feed Assembly and                      Sta      4290.817             Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector                                         .
5. Main Reflector                                 Ssurface      1.716         Satisfies FCC MPE
6. Between Reflector and Ground                   Sq            0.429         Satisfies FCC MPE




It is the applicant‘s responsibility to ensure that the public and operational personnel are not
exposed to harmful levels of radiation.


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Radiation Hazard Report                                                                Page 5 of 5


8.      Conclusions

Based upon the above analysis, it is concluded that harmful levels of radiation may exist in those
regions noted for the Uncontrolled (Table 4) environment.

The earth station will marked with the standard radiation hazard warnings, as well as the area in
the vicinity of the earth station, to inform those in the general population, who may be working, or
otherwise present on the roof, deck, and in or near, the main beam of the antenna.

Finally, occupational exposure will be limited, and the transmitter will be turned off during periods
of maintenance, so that the MPE standard of 5.0 mw/icm**2 will be complied with for those regions
in close proximity to the main reflector, and subreflector, which could be occupied by operating
personnel.


The applicant agrees to abide by the conditions specified in Condition 5208 provided below:

       Condition 5208 — The licensee shall take all necessary measures to ensure that the
      antenna does not create potential exposure ofhumans to radiofrequency radiation
      in excess ofthe FCC exposure limits defined in 47 CFR 1.1307(b) and 1.1310
      wherever such exposures might occur. Measures must be taken to ensure
      compliance with limitsfor both occupational/controlled exposure andfor general
      population/uncontrolled exposure, as defined in these rule sections. Compliance
      can be accomplished in most cases by appropriate restrictions such asfencing.
      Requirementsfor restrictions can be determined by predictions based on
      calculations, modeling or byfield measurements. The FCC‘s OET Bulletin 65
      (available on—line at www.fee.gov/oet/rfsafety) provides information on predicting
      exposure levels and on methodsfor ensuring compliance, including the use of
      warning and alerting signs andprotective equipmentfor worker.


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         Analysis of Non—lonizing Radiation for a 1.0—Meter Earth
                             Station System
This report analyzes the non—ionizing radiation levels for a 1.0—meter earth station system. The analysis and
calculations performed in this report comply with the methods described in the FCC Office of Engineering
and Technology Bulletin, No. 65 first published in 1985 and revised in 1997 in Edition 97—01. The radiation
safety limits used in the analysis are in conformance with the FCC R&O 96—326. Bulletin No. 65 and the
FCC R&O specifies that there are two separate tiers of exposure limits that are dependant on the situation in
which the exposure takes place and/or the status of the individuals who are subject to the exposure. The
Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits for persons in a General Population/Uncontrolled environment
are shown in Table 1. The General Population/Uncontrolled MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is
for an exposure period of thirty minutes or less. The MPE limits for persons in an Occupational/Controlled
environment are shown in Table 2. The Occupational MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is for an
exposure period of six minutes or less. The purpose of the analysis described in this report is to determine
the power flux density levels of the earth station in the far—field, near—field, transition region, between the
subreflector or feed and main reflector surface, at the main reflector surface, and between the antenna
edge and the ground and to compare these levels to the specified MPEs.

                 Table 1. Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)             Power Density (mW/icm‘*)
                              30—300                                0.2
                             300—1500                    Frequency (MHz)*(0.8/1200)
                           1500—100,000                             1.0

                     Table 2. Limits for Occupational/Controlled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)             Power Density (mW/icm")
                              30—300                                 1.0
                             300—1500                  Frequency (MHz)*(4.0/1200)
                           1500—100,000                              5.0


          Table 3. Formulas and Parameters Used for Determining Power Flux Densities
    Parameter                       Symbol               Formula                 Value           Units
    Antenna Diameter                   D                   Input                  1.0            m
    Antenna Surface Area             Asurface             1 D/ 4                  0.79           m*
    Feed Flange Diameter               Dia       _         Input                  8.1            ocm
    Area of Feed Flange                Afa               x Di *4                 51.53           cm*
    Frequency                           F                  Input                14250            MHz
    Wavelength                          A                 300 /F               0.021053          m
    Transmit Power                      P                  Input                 6.70            W
    Antenna Gain (dBi)                 Ges                 Input                 40.6            dBi
    Antenna Gain (factor)               G_                1 9c                 11481.5           n/a
    Pi                                  T                Constant             3.1415927          n/a
    Antenna Efficiency                  n              G/(r‘D")                  0.52            n/a


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 Radiation Hazard Report — SeaTel Model 4009                                       Page 2 of 5


 1.       Far Field Distance Calculation

 The distance to the beginning of the far field can be determined from the following equation:

       Distance to the Far Field Region                      R; =0.60 D/A                        (1)
                                                                = 28.5 m

The maximum main beam power density in the far field can be determined from the following
equation:                                                 '

      On—Axis Power Density in the Far Field                 S; =GP/(4 1 Ry")                    (2)
                                                                = 7.537 W/im"
                                                                = 0.754 mWi/icm*

2.        Near Field Calculation

Power flux density is considered to be at a maximum value throughout the entire length of the
defined Near Field region. The region is contained within a cylindrical volume having the same
diameter as the antenna. Past the boundary of the Near Field region, the power density from the
antenna decreases linearly with respect to increasing distance.

The distance to the end of the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Extent of the Near Field                              Ry = D/ (4 A)                        (3)
                                                                =11.9 m

The maximum power density in the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Near Field Power Density                              Si =16.0 1 P / (1 D)                 (4)
                                                                = 17.594 W/m*
                                                                = 1.759 mW/cm*

3.       Transition Region Calculation

The Transition region is located between the Near and Far Field regions. The power density
begins to decrease linearly with increasing distance in the Transition region. While the power
density decreases inversely with distance in the Transition region, the power density decreases
inversely with the square of the distance in the Far Field region. The maximum power density in
the Transition region will not exceed that calculated for the Near Field region. The power density
calculated in Section 1 is the highest power density the antenna can produce in any of the regions
away from the antenna. The power density at a distance R;, can be determined from the following
equation:

      Transition Regidn Power Density                       S =Sir Rnu/R                         (5)
                                                                = 1.759 mW/icm*


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 Radiation Hazard Report — SeaTel Model 4009                                    Page 3 of 5


4.       Region between the Feed Assembly and the Antenna Reflector

Transmissions from the feed assembly are directed toward the antenna reflector surface, and are
confined within a conical shape defined by the type of feed assembly. The most common feed
assemblies are waveguide flanges, horns or subreflectors. The energy between the feed assembly
and reflector surface can be calculated by determining the power density at the feed assembly
surface. This can be determined from the following equation:.

     Power Density at the Feed Flange                     S;, = 4000 P /A                     (6)
                                                               = 520.086 mW/cm*


5.      Main Reflector Region

The power density in the main reflector is determined in the same manner as the power density at
the feed assembly. The area is now the area of the reflector aperture and can be determined from
the following equation:

     Power Density at the Reflector Surface           Ssurface 4 P / Asurface                 (7)
                                                              = 34.123 Wim"
                                                              = 3.412 mW/icm*


6.      Region between the Reflector and the Ground

Assuming uniform illumination of the reflector surface, the power density between the antenna and
the ground can be determined from the following equation:

     Power Density between Reflector and Ground           s;, = P / Agurtace                  (8)
                                                              = 8.531 W/m"
                                                              = 0.853 mW/cm*


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 Radiation Hazard Report — SeaTel Model 4009                                  Page 4 of 5


 7.     Summary of Calculations


           Table 4. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Uncontrolled Environment

                                              Calculated Maximum
                                         Radiation Power Density Level
Region                                             (mW/icm*)               Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (R; = 28.5 m)                      S¢        ©0.754            Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (Ry;= 11.9 m)                      Sn           1.759           Potential Hazard
3. Transition Region (Ry; < R, < Ry)             St           1.759           Potential Hazard
4. Between Feed Assembly and                     Sra        520.086           Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                                Scurtace     ___3.412        Potential Hazard
6. Between Reflector and Ground                  Sq           0.853         Satisfies FCC MPE




            Table 5. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Controlled Environment

                                             Calculated Maximum
                                           Radiation Power Density
Region                                          Level (mW/cm*)            Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (R; = 28.5 m)                      S¢        0.754            Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (R,; = 11.9 m)                    Sor       1.759            Satisfies FCC MPE
3. Transition Region (Ry < R, < Ry)             St            1.759        Satisfies FCC MPE
4. Between Feed Assembly and                    Sta         520.086          Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                               Ssurface     3.412         Satisfies FCC MPE
6. Between Reflector and Ground                 Sq           ‘0.853        Satisfies FCC MPE




It is the applicant‘s responsibility to ensure that the public and operational personnel are not
exposed to harmful levels of radiation.


                                                                                  Exhibit
 Radiation Hazard Report — SeaTel Model 4009                                      Page 5 of 5


8.      Conclusions


Based upon the above analysis, it is concluded that harmful levels of radiation may exist in those
regions noted for the Uncontrolled (Table 4) environment.

The earth station will be mounted aboard a ship, and it is recommended that the lower edge of the
antenna should be at least 2 meters above the deck. If this is not the case, additional procedures
will be instituted to insure the safety of the Public in the vicinity of the antenna.

The applicant will ensure that the main beam of the antenna will be pointed at least one diameter
away from any buildings, or other obstacles in those areas that exceed the MPE levels. Since one
diameter removed from the center of the main beam the levels are down at least 20 dB, or by a
factor of 100, public safety will be ensured.

The earth station will marked with the standard radiation hazard warnings, as well as the area in
the vicinity of the earth station, to inform those in the general population, who may be working, or
otherwise present on the roof, deck, and in or near, the main beam of the antenna.

Finally, occupational exposure will be limited, and the transmitter will be turned off during periods
of maintenance, so that the MPE standard of 5.0 mw/icm**2 will be complied with for those regions
in close proximity to the main reflector, and subreflector, which could be occupied by operating
personnel.


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Radiation Hazard Report                                                                   Page 1 of 5


         Analysis of Non—lonizing Radiation for a 1.2—Meter Earth
                             Station System
This report analyzes the non—ionizing radiation levels for a 1.2—meter earth station system. The analysis and
calculations performed in this report comply with the methods described in the FCC Office of Engineering
and Technology Bulletin, No. 65 first published in 1985 and revised in 1997 in Edition 97—01. The radiation
safety limits used in the analysis are in conformance with the FCC R&O 96—326. Bulletin No. 65 and the
FCC R&O specifies that there are two separate tiers of exposure limits that are dependant on the situation in
which the exposure takes place and/or the status of the individuals who are subject to the exposure. The
Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits for persons in a General Population/Uncontrolled environment
are shown in Table 1. The General Population/Uncontrolled MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is
for an exposure period of thirty minutes or less. The MPE limits for persons in an Occupational/Controlled
environment are shown in Table 2. The Occupational MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is for an
exposure period of six minutes or less. The purpose of the analysis described in this report is to determine
the power flux density levels of the earth station in the far—field, near—field, transition region, between the
subreflector or feed and main reflector surface, at the main reflector surface, and between the antenna edge
and the ground and to compare these levels to the specified MPEs.

                Table 1. Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)            Power Density (mWicm")
                              30—300                            _:0.2
                             300—1500                  Frequency (MHz)*(0.8/1200)
                           1500—100,000                           1.0

                     Table 2. Limits for Occupational/Controlled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)            Power Density (mW/icm*)
                              30—300                            1.0
                             300—1500                  Frequency (MHz)*(4.0/1200)
                           1500—100,000                           5.0


          Table 3. Formulas and Parameters Used for Determining Power Flux Densities
    Parameter                       Symbol              Formula                  Value              Units
    Antenna Diameter                    D                 input                   1.2               m
    Antenna Surface Area             Asurface            1 D/ 4                   1.13              m*
    Feed Flange Diameter               Dra                Input                   2.0               cm
    Area of Feed Flange                Afa              x Dra */4                 3.14              cm*
    Frequency                           F                 Input                 14250               MHz
    Wavelength                          A                300 /F                0.021053             m
    Transmit Power                      P                 Input     _:           6.73               W
    Antenna Gain (dBi)                 Ges                Input                  43.0               dBi
    Antenna Gain (factor)               G                1 00e                 19952.6              n/a
    Pi                                  1               Constant              3.1415927             n/a
    Antenna Efficiency                  n              G/(r°D")                  0.62               n/a


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 Radiation Hazard Report                                                          Page 2 of 5


 1.       Far Field Distance Calculation

 The distance to the beginning of the far field can be determined from the following equation:

       Distance to the Far Field Region                      Ry =0.60 D@ /A                      (1)
                                                                = 41.0 m

The maximum main beam power density in the far field can be determined from the following
equation:

      On—Axis Power Density in the Far Field                 S; =GP/(4 1 Ry")                    (2)
                                                                = 6.344 W/im*
                                                                = 0.634 mW/icm*

2.        Near Field Calculation

Power flux density is considered to be at a maximum value throughout the entire length of the
defined Near Field region. The region is contained within a cylindrical volume having the same
diameter as the antenna. Past the boundary of the Near Field region, the power density from the
antenna decreases linearly with respect to increasing distance.

The distance to the end of the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Extent of the Near Field                              Ry = D/ (4 2)                        (3)
                                                               = 17.1 m

The maximum power density in the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Near Field Power Density                              Si = 16.0 1 P / (1 D)                (4)
                                                                = 14.811 W/im*
                                                                =1.481 mW/icm*

3.       Transition Region Calculation

The Transition region is located between the Near and Far Field regions. The power density
begins to decrease linearly with increasing distance in the Transition region. While the power
density decreases inversely with distance in the Transition region, the power density decreases
inversely with the square of the distance in the Far Field region. The maximum power density in
the Transition region will not exceed that calculated for the Near Field region. The power density
calculated in Section 1 is the highest power density the antenna can produce in any of the regions
away from the antenna. The power density at a distance R;, can be determined from the following
equation:

      Transition Region Power Density                       St = SRa /R                          (5)
                                                                = 1.481 mW/icm*


                                                                                 Exhibit
 Radiation Hazard Report                                                         Page 3 of 5


4.       Region between the Feed Assembly and the Antenna Reflector

Transmissions from the feed assembly are directed toward the antenna reflector surface, and are
confined within a conical shape defined by the type of feed assembly. The most common feed
assemblies are waveguide flanges, horns or subreflectors. The energy between the feed assembly
and reflector surface can be calculated by determining the power density at the feed assembly
surface. This can be determined from the following equation:

     Power Density at the Feed Flange                     S;a = 4000 P / Ara                   (6)
                                                              = 8568.902 mW/icm*


5.      Main Reflector Region

The power density in the main reflector is determined in the same manner as the power density at
the feed assembly. The area is now the area of the reflector aperture and can be determined from
the following equation:

     Power Density at the Reflector Surface           Ssurface Z4 P / Asurtace                 (7)
                                                              = 23.803 W/m*
                                                              = 2.380 mW/icm*


6.      Region between the Reflector and the Ground

Assuming uniform illumination of the reflector surface, the power density between the antenna and
the ground can be determined from the following equation:

     Power Density between Reflector and Ground           Syg =P / Asurface                    (8)
                                                              = 5.951 W/m*
                                                              = 0.595 mW/cm*


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 Radiatiokn Hazard Report                                                     Page 4 of 5


 7.      Summary of Calculations


           Table 4. Summary of Expected Radiation levels fo'r Uncontrolled Environment

                                              Calculated Maximum
                                         Radiation Power Density Level
Region                                                 (mW/icm?)           Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (R;=41.0 m)                         Sq            0.634        Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (Ry=17.1 m)                        Say           1.481         Potential Hazard
3. Transition Region (Ry < R, < Ry)              St            1.481         Potential Hazard
4.  Between Feed Assembly and                    Sta        8568.902         Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                                Ssurface      2.380         Potential Hazard
6. Between Reflector and Ground                  Sq            0.595        Satisfies FCC MPE




           Table 5. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Controlled Environment

                                             Calculated Maximum
                                           Radiation Power Density
Region                                          Level (mW/cm")            Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (Rg;= 41.0 m)                      Sg¢       :0.634           Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (R,; =17.1 m)                     Sn        1.481            Satisfies FCC MPE
3. Transition Region (Ry < R, < Ry)             S;        1.481            Satisfies FCC MPE
4. Between Feed Assembly and                    Sta    8568.902             Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                               Ssurface      2.380        Satisfies FCC MPE
6. Between Reflector and Ground                 Sq            0.595        Satisfies FCC MPE




It is the applicant‘s responsibility to ensure that the public and operational personnel are not
exposed to harmful levels of radiation.


                                                                                       Exhibit
Radiation Hazard Report                                                                Page 5 of 5


8.      Conclusions

Based upon the above analysis, it is concluded that harmful levels of radiation may exist in those
regions noted for the Uncontrolled (Table 4) environment.

The earth station will be mounted aboard a ship, and it is recommended that the lower edge of the
antenna should be at least 2 meters above the deck. If this is not the case, additional procedures
will be instituted to ensure the safety of the Public in the vicinity of the antenna.

The applicant will ensure that the main beam of the antenna will be pointed at least one diameter
away from any buildings, or other obstacies in those areas that exceed the MPE levels. Since one
diameter removed from the center of the main beam the levels are down at least 20 dB, or by a
factor of 100, public safety will be ensured.

The earth station will marked with the standard radiation hazard warnings, as well as the area in
the vicinity of the earth station, to inform those in the general population, who may be working, or
otherwise present on the roof, deck, and in or near, the main beam of the antenna.

Finally, occupational exposure will be limited, and the transmitter will be turned off during periods
of maintenance, so that the MPE standard of 5.0 mw/icm**2 will be complied with for those regions
in close proximity to the main reflector, and subreflector, which could be occupied by operating
personnel.


The applicant agrees to abide by the conditions specified in Condition 5208 provided below:

       Condition 5208 — The licensee shall take all necessary measures to ensure that the
      antenna does not create potential exposure ofhumans to radiofrequency radiation
      in excess ofthe FCC exposure limits defined in 47 CFR 1.1307(b) and 1.1310
      wherever such exposures might occur. Measures must be taken to ensure
      compliance with limitsfor both occupational/controlled exposure andfor general
      population/uncontrolled exposure, as defined in these rule sections. Compliance
      can be accomplished in most cases by appropriate restrictions such asfencing.
      Requirementsfor restrictions can be determined by predictions based on
      calculations, modeling or byfield measurements. The FCC‘s OET Bulletin 65
      (available on—line at www.fee.gov/oet/rfsafety) provides information on predicting
      exposure levels and on methodsfor ensuring compliance, including the use of
      warning and alerting signs andprotective equipmentfor worker.


         Sea Tel bool and LopI
                          with 8 woats                      YEUC                          Exhibit
Radiation Hazard Report                                                                   Page 1 of 5


         Analysis of Non—lonizing Radiation for a 1.5—Meter Earth
                             Station System
This report analyzes the non—ionizing radiation levels for a 1.5—meter earth station system. The analysis and
calculations performed in this report comply with the methods described in the FCC Office of Engineering
and Technology Bulletin, No. 65 first published in 1985 and revised in 1997 in Edition 97—01. The radiation
safety limits used in the analysis are in conformance with the FCC R&O 96—326. Bulletin No. 65 and the
FCC R&O specifies that there are two separate tiers of exposure limits that are dependant on the situation in
which the exposure takes place and/or the status of the individuals who are subject to the exposure. The
Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits for persons in a General Population/Uncontrolled environment
are shown in Table 1. The General Population/Uncontrolled MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is
for an exposure period of thirty minutes or less. The MPE limits for persons in an Occupational/Controlled
environment are shown in Table 2. The Occupational MPE is a function of transmit frequency and is for an
exposure period of six minutes or less. The purpose of the analysis described in this report is to determine
the power flux density levels of the earth station in the far—field, near—field, transition region, between the
subreflector or feed and main reflector surface, at the main reflector surface, and between the antenna edge
and the ground and to compare these levels to the specified MPEs.

                Table 1. Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)            Power Density ({mW/icm*)
                               30—300                                 0.2
                             300—1500                  Frequency (MHz)*(0.8/1200)
                           1500—100,000                               1.0

                     Table 2. Limits for Occupational/Controlled Exposure (MPE)
                   Frequency Range (MHz)            Power Density (mWicm*)
                              30—300                               1.0
                             300—1500                  Frequency (MHz)*(4.0/1200)
                           1500—100,000                            5.0


          Table 3. Formulas and Parameters Used for Determining Power Flux Densities
    Parameter                       Symbo!              Formula                  Value              Units
    Antenna Diameter                  D                   Input                   1.5               m
    Antenna Surface Area             Asurface            x D/ 4 _                 1.77              m*
    Feed Flange Diameter                Dra               Input                   5.6               cm
    Area of Feed Flange                 Afa             x Drj /4                 24.63              cm*
    Frequency                           F                 Input                 14250               MHz
    Wavelength                          A                300 / F               0.021053             m
    Transmit Power                       P                Input                  6.73               W
    Antenna Gain (dBi)                  Ges               Input                  45.1               dBi
    Antenna Gain (factor)               G                1 00e#                32359.4              n/a
    Pi                                  I              Constant               3.1415927             n/a
    Antenna Efficiency                  m              G*/(r°D")                 0.65               n/a


                                                                                  Exhibit
 Radiation Hazard Report                                                          Page 2 of 5


 1.       Far Field Distance Calculation

 The distance to the beginning of the far field can be determined from the following equation:

       Distance to the Far Field Region                      Ry =0.60 D/A                         (1)
                                                                = 64.1 m

 The maximum main beam power density in the far field can be determined from the following
 equation:

      On—Axis Power Density in the Far Field                 S¢; =GP/(4 1 Ry*)                   (2)
                                                                = 4.215 W/m*
                                                                = 0.421 mW/icm*

2.        Near Field Calculation

Power flux density is considered to be at a maximum value throughout the entire length of the:
defined Near Field region. The region is contained within a cylindrical volume having the same
diameter as the antenna. Past the boundary of the Near Field region, the power density from the
antenna decreases linearly with respect to increasing distance.

The distance to the end of the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Extent of the Near Field                              Ry = D* / (4 A)                      (3)
                                                                = 26.7 m

The maximum power density in the Near Field can be determined from the following equation:

      Near Field Power Density       '                      Si =16.0 1 P / (x D)                 (4)
                                 -                             = 9.839 W/m*
                                                                = 0.984 mW/icm*

3.       Transition Region Calculation

The Transition region is located between the Near and Far Field regions. The power density
begins to decrease linearly with increasing distance in the Transition region. While the power
density decreases inversely with distance in the Transition region, the power density decreases
inversely with the square of the distance in the Far Field region. The maximum power density in
the Transition region will not exceed that calculated for the Near Field region. The power density
calculated in Section 1 is the highest power density the antenna can produce in any of the regions
away from the antenna. The power density at a distance R, can be determined from the following
equation:

      Transition Region Power Density                       Se = SRa/R                           (5)
                                                               = 0.984 mW/cm*


                                                             .                     Exhibit
 Radiation Hazard Report                                                           Page 3 of 5


 4.       Region between the Feed Assembly and the Antenna Reflector

Transmissions from the feed assembly are directed toward the antenna reflector surface, and are
confined within a conical shape defined by the type of feed assembly. The most common feed
assemblies are waveguide flanges, horns or subreflectors. The energy between the feed assembly
and reflector surface can be calculated by determining the power density at the feed assembly
surface. This can be determined from the following equation:

      Power Density at the Feed Flange                    S;@ 2 4000 P / Ajj                     (6)
                                                                 = 1092.972 mW/icm*


5.       Main Reflector Region

The power density in the main reflector is determined in the same manner as the power density at
the feed assembly. The area is now the area of the reflector aperture and can be determined from
the following equation:

      Power Density at the Reflector Surface          Ssurtace 7 4 P / Asurtace                  (7)
                                                                 = 15.234 W/m*
                                                                 = 1.523 mW/cm*


6.       Region between the Reflector and the Ground

Assuming uniform iumination of the reflector surface, the power density between the antenna and
the ground can be determined from the following equation:

      Power Density between Reflector and Ground          Sg =P / Agurtace                       (8)
                                                                 = 3.808 W/m
                                                                 = 0.381 mW/icm*


                                                                              Exhibit
 Radiation Hazard Report                                       |              Page 4 of 5


 7.      Summary of Calculations


           Table 4. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Uncontrolled Environment

                                              Calculated Maximum
                                         Radiation Power Density Level
Region                                                 (mW/cm")             Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (R;= 64.1 m)                        ‘S¢           0.421        Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (R,; = 26.7 m)                     Sn            0.984        Satisfies FCC MPE
3. Transition Region (Ry < R, < Rj)              St            0.984        Satisfies FCC MPE
4.  Between Feed Assembly and                    Sta        1092.972         Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                                Ssurface      1.523          Potential Hazard
6. Between Reflector and Ground                  Sq            0.381        Satisfies FCC MPE




            Table 5. Summary of Expected Radiation levels for Controlled Environment

                                             Calculated Maximum
                                           Radiation Power Density
Region                                          Level (mWicm*)             Hazard Assessment
1. Far Field (Rg= 64.1 m)                       S¢             0.421       Satisfies FCC MPE
2. Near Field (R,; = 26.7 m)                    Sn             0.984       Satisfies FCC MPE
3. Transition Region (Ry < R, < R;)             S;             0.984       Satisfies FCC MPE
4.  Between Feed Assembly and                   Sta         1092.972        Potential Hazard
    Antenna Reflector
5. Main Reflector                               Ssurtace       1.523       Satisfies FCC MPE
6. Between Reflector and Ground                 Sq             0.381       Satisfies FCC MPE




It is the applicant‘s responsibility to ensure that the public and operational personnel are not
exposed to harmful levels of radiation.


                                                                                      Exhibit
Radiation Hazard Report                                                               Page 5 of 5


8.     Conclusions

Based upon the above analysis, it is concluded that harmful levels of radiation may exist in those
regions noted for the Uncontrolled (Table 4) environment.

The earth station will marked with the standard radiation hazard warnings, as well as the area in
the vicinity of the earth station, to inform those in the general population, who may be working, or
otherwise present on the roof, deck, and in or near, the main beam of the antenna.

Finally, occupational exposure will be limited, and the transmitter will be turned off during periods
of maintenance, so that the MPE standard of 5.0 mw/icm**2 will be complied with for those regions
in close proximity to the main reflector, and subreflector, which could be occupied by operating
personnel.


The applicant agrees to abide by the conditions specified in Condition 5208 provided below:

       Condition 5208 — The licensee shall take all necessary measures to ensure that the
      antenna does not create potential exposure ofhumans to radiofrequency radiation
      in excess of the FCC exposure limits defined in 47 CFR 1.1307(b) and 1.1310
      wherever such exposures might occur. Measures must be taken to ensure
      compliance with limitsfor both occupational/controlled exposure andfor general
      population/uncontrolled exposure, as defined in these rule sections. Compliance
      can be accomplished in most cases by appropriate restrictions such asfencing.
      Requirementsfor restrictions can be determined by predictions based on
      calculations, modeling or byfield measurements. The FCC‘s OET Bulletin 65
      (available on—line at www.fee.gov/cet/rfsafety) provides information on predicting
      exposure levels and on methodsfor ensuring compliance, including the use of
      warning and alerting signs andprotective equipmentfor worker.



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