Insight to IBOC 13 - Nov 2007
Itunes Tagging: A New Hook for HD Radio
The Sept. 14, 2007, changes to the IBOC rules included permission for stations to operate in extended hybrid mode. Doing so provides additional data capacity for stations, which can be used for additional multicast channels and other data purposes.
Extending HD Radio
The Sept. 14, 2007, changes to the IBOC rules included permission for stations to operate in extended hybrid mode. Doing so provides additional data capacity for stations, which can be used for additional multicast channels and other data purposes.
Open Mic: Martin Stabbert
Within days after the FCC allowed AM HD Radio operation at night, Citadel Broadcasting Director of Corporate Engineering Martin Stabbert issued a memo to Citadel's AM IBOC stations to cease nighttime transmissions because of suspected interference issues. We talked to Stabbert about the memo and the interference problem to help set the record straight.
Keeping Good Time
When the HD Radio time delay between the analog and digital signals is not set properly, the resulting effect can be an annoyance to the listener. Brian Beezley studied the station in Southern California and found some disappointing results.
Comparing Digital Radio Awareness
Even the best technology will ultimately fail if no one wants to use it.
Today in Radio History
Milestones From Radio's Past
The history of radio broadcasting extends beyond the work of a few famous inventors.
EAS Information More on EAS
FCC Test Handbook and Test Reporting
Stations must post the handbook and report their test results.
Video: EAS National Test Simulation
Watch this video to see how your station's EAS encoder/decoder will function during the Nov. 9 national EAS test.
FEMA Best Practices Guide
The guide includes details on configuring several popular models of EAS equipment to properly relay the Nov. 9 national test.
EAS/CAP FAQ
Now that FEMA has adopted the CAP1.2 standard, broadcasters are asking questions about the deadline to install equipment and updates to the EAS rules.
NWS RSS Feed for CAP Messages
The feed provides feeds for all US states and territories.
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