Dish Network Raises Concerns About SpaceX Lower Orbit
SpaceX's request to have 2,824 satellites operate at lower orbit (see 2004200003) would mean more power from its non-geostationary orbit network transmitting into co-channel Ku-band DBS receivers, and it hasn't shown that power won't exceed what standard DBS reference antennas…
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can tolerate, said an FCC International Bureau filing Tuesday by Dish Network urging dismissal. Dish said SpaceX claims of reduced effective isotropic radiated power density contain "dubious assumptions and language." The Balance Group said SpaceX's reply to its opposition (see 2006090001) shows it either didn't understand the arguments or ignores issues with its requested major modification. SpaceX didn't comment Wednesday.