5 FAM 570

TELEVISION SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT

(CT:IM-229; 11-13-2018)
(Office of Origin: IRM/BMP)

5 FAM 571 PROCUREMENT AND INSTALLATION

(CT:IM-78; 10-23-2006)

a. Television (TV) service and equipment may be acquired and installed at U.S. diplomatic missions, including principal officer, DCM, and public diplomacy officers residences. Installations at U.S. missions must conform to the Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB), 12 FAH-6 H-310 section entitled Technical Threat Security Standards. Television equipment is categorized as unclassified electrical and/or electronic equipment.

b. TV signals may be received via satellite, master antennas or by accessing existing cable TV services available in the host country.

c. TV installations must be made in accordance with applicable host country laws and regulations (e.g., licensing, zoning, safety codes, copyright, historical, preservation) and U.S. copyright laws (see 6 FAM 538) on video clubs, and cablecasting addressing U.S. copyright concerns. In addition, 12 FAH-6 references specific sections of the OSPB standards containing detailed installation information such as antenna disconnect requirements, counterintelligence working group (CIWG) responsibilities, and TS cleared U.S. citizen maintenance.

d. TV equipment must be procured and transported in accordance with 12 FAM 350 and 5 FAM 920.

(1) TV services and equipment installations are post-funded upon Bureau approval. At locations where cable or satellite services require pay per view or service other than flat fee, occupants must pay for personal use.

(2) In secure areas, a construction security plan (CSP) may be required for some new construction or renovation projects prior to the procurement and installation of televisions in these areas. (See 15 FAM 1012.3.)

(3) Signal feeds must not transit areas where classified information is discussed or processed without the express approval of Diplomatic Security.

5 FAM 572 TELEVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

5 FAM 572.1 Counter Intelligence Working Group (CIWG)

(CT:IM-36; 12-09-2002)

Any operational requirement mandating television installations in the CAA must be validated by the post CIWG.

5 FAM 572.2 Regional Security Officer (RSO)

(CT:IM-78; 10-23-2006)

The RSO is responsible for ensuring that all TV hardware or cabling is installed in accordance with current Diplomatic Security (DS) security standards, operational requirements, and policies.

5 FAM 572.3 General Services Officer (GSO)

(CT:IM-36; 12-09-2002)

The GSO is responsible for physical installations and compliance with 5 FAM 573.

5 FAM 572.4 Office of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO)

(CT:IM-36; 12-09-2002)

The OBO must review and approve plans for television equipment installations when such installations require physical changes to the facility such as wall penetrations, runways, and electrical wiring modifications.

5 FAM 572.5 Public Affairs Officer (PAO)

(CT:IM-78; 10-23-2006)

The PAO may provide and operate various types of television and satellite equipment in the performance of job-related functions, primarily in public diplomacy. (See 15 FAM 723, Basic FFA&E, Supplemental FFA&E and Other Items.)

5 FAM 572.6 Information Management Officer (IMO)/Information Programs Officer (IPO)

(CT:IM-36; 12-09-2002)

The IMO or IPO may be required to assist the GSO in installation of cable runs and in providing access to ducts and conduit inside the CAA. Installation of equipment on the roof of a building containing a CAA must be approved by the IMO/IPO.

5 FAM 573 Conditions of Installation

(CT:IM-229; 11-13-2018)

a. TV installations may proceed once the RSO certifies that security measures are in place as specified in 12 FAM 350, 12 FAH-6 H-300, and 15 FAM 1012.3. Post must ensure that funds are available for purchase, transport, and installation of such antennas and ancillary equipment (e.g., TV monitors, satellite dish antennas, cabling, spare parts, and maintenance).

5 FAM 574 THROUGH 5 FAM 579 UNASSIGNED