Like any other wireless telecommunications product, manufacturers must register their products with the FCC. Products that operate in this band must adhere to the FCC Part 15 rules (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/info/rules/part15/part15_1_26_05.pdf).

UTAM does not get directly involved in the FCC product registration, or product testing processes. However, as part of the documentation required for registering a product for operation in the UPCS band, the FCC will require an affidavit from UTAM stipulating that the manufacturer is participating in the cost of clearing the band. UTAM will issue the affidavit upon the manufacturer signing a Subscriber Agreement and payment of a $50,000 up front fee. The Subscriber Agreement is basically a binding legal agreement stating that the manufacturer will pay the clearing fees and be subject to an annual audit to validate the amount the manufacturer has paid.