Pivotal Gets Partial Waiver for Controversial 5G Signal Booster

Pivotal Commware got a partial for waiver of FCC industrial signal booster labeling requirements for its Echo 5G signal booster, despite opposition by AT&T and T-Mobile and other booster makers (see 1910080012). The Wireless Bureau noted the opposition in a Thursday order in docket 19-272. “We find that a limited waiver permitting the following alternate label is warranted,” the bureau said: “WARNING. This is not a CONSUMER device. This device may not be sold at retail. You MUST have an FCC LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee (or express consent of your service provider) to operate this device. Antennas must be installed at least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person. Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties, including penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.” The bureau also imposed various conditions, including a requirement the device be obtained “exclusively from the FCC licensee that is the user’s service provider.”