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CDBS

• Consolidated Database System (CDBS) Public Searches.  Find applications and EEO information filed by broadcast stations.
  • For detailed instructions on using Public Access, see the User's Guide for Public Access.
    • Station Search -- Information about a station.
    • Application Search -- Information about a specific application or filing.
    • EEO Search -- Information about broadcast, cable, and MVPD EEO filings.
    • Ownership Search -- Information about station ownership structure.
    • Antenna Search -- Information about standard antenna patterns.
    • Application ID Number Search -- CDBS Application ID search.
    • Database Download -- Download portions of the CDBS database.
  • Alternatively, the detailed output options in the AM, FM, and TV Queries contain links to CDBS for individual stations and applications.

• CDBS Electronic Filing System.  Direct to account login:  CDBS Account Login
  • For CDBS system assistance, see the CDBS Electronic Filing User's Guide or call 202-418-2662.
  • List of the Broadcast Forms that MUST be electronically filed via CDBS.
  • CDBS System Status.

Call Sign Reservation and Authorization System

• Call Sign Reservation and Authorization System (CSRS):  The on-line call sign reservation and authorization system for broadcast radio and television service call signs.  Apply for call signs; search for available call signs.
• For call sign system assistance, see the Call Sign Reservation and Authorization System Users' Guide (CSRS) or call 202-418-1600.

Children's Television

• Children's Television:  Electronically file FCC Form 398 and obtain information on children's television programming offered by broadcast television stations.
• For children's television reporting system assistance, see the Children's Television User's Manual or call 202-418-1665.

Electronic Filing for Cable Operators

• Cable Operations and Licensing System (COALS):  Allows multi-channel video program distributors (MVPDs) and the public to view CARS licenses, registration data, and other filings held since 1994.
• List of the Cable Forms that MUST be electronically filed via COALS.

FCC Registration Number

• FRN Manager -- Associate an FRN with a Facility ID number.

For more information pertaining to the Media Bureau, please call:  (202) 418-7200.