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What is a limitation on transmitter power on the 1.8 MHz band?

200 watts PEP output
1000 watts PEP output
1200 watts PEP output
1500 watts PEP output

The correct answer is: 1500 watts PEP output

The limitation on transmitter power for the 1.8 MHz band, which is part of the HF (High Frequency) amateur radio bands primarily used for amateur communications, is set at 1500 watts Peak Envelope Power (PEP) output. This maximum power level is established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations for amateur radio operators in the United States. Transmitters operating on the 1.8 MHz band can utilize this maximum power to ensure effective communication over long distances, especially during conditions that may otherwise hinder radio propagation. Higher power output can help overcome noise and interference and improve signal clarity and quality for both the transmitting station and the receiving stations. Other options, although they represent power levels that can be found in various regulations or other amateur bands, are not applicable for the 1.8 MHz band, where the maximum permissible limit is definitively set at 1500 watts PEP. Understanding these legal limits is crucial for amateur operators to avoid exceeding power restrictions and ensure compliance with amateur radio rules.