January 2010
Viewpoint
Technical support at the FCC...finally
Senate bill S.2881 -- the FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act -- aims to provide greater technical resources to FCC Commissioners.
Features
Higher Power IBOC
Because the proposed IBOC power increase hasn't yet been approved by the FCC, it may be a little early to budget for transmission facility upgrades -- but at the very least you should be in the planning stage.
The coming of HD Radio to WKSU
WKSU had a major decision to make: Either add 5,000 square feet onto the broadcast center building or complete the installation of IBOC technology at its non-IBOC stations and further enhance the network with the implementation of multicast channel and program-associated data capabilities for each station.
Tech Tips
Cover that wire label
Labeling wires is a common task, and you have likely tried many methods.
Unusual adapters
Having the ability to create an adapter on a moment's notice can save the day. Sometimes something unusual -- albeit potentially dangerous -- can save the day.
RF Engineering
Grounding standards for broadcast
While there are similarities between various grounding methodologies, asking 10 engineers for their opinions will probably return a minimum of eight different and valid recommendations.
FCC Update
LPFM relief bill nears passage
The bill is now eligible for consideration by the full Senate. A corresponding House bill cleared Committee in mid-October. Assuming the White House approves, too, third-adjacent channel protections could be repealed during the first quarter of 2010.
Field Report
Field Report: Neogroupe Neoscreener
Neoscreener has been in use at the Clear Channel Radio New York facility for almost two years now, and Jeff Smith cannot imagine some of their shows living without it.
New Products
New Products - Jan 2010
New products from Audemat, Bird Technologies Group, Nautel, Netia Digital Audio, Neutrik, Samson Technologies and more.
Sign Off
Images from "Pirate Radio"
Can you identify any of the equipment in these images from the movie "Pirate Radio"?
Thoughts on Audio over IP
In our recent webinar, IP Audio in the Studio, we asked attendees to answer a few questions about AoIP. Here is what they said.
Currents
Currents Headlines from the January 2010 Issue
The online headlines from the January 2010 issue of Radio magazine.
General
Contributor Pro-File: Ron Bartlebaugh
This month: Ron Bartlebaugh; The WKSU Stations; Kent, OH
January 2010 Advertiser Links
Links to the advertisers in the January 2010 issue of Radio magazine.
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.
Wallpaper Calendar
Radio 2012 Calendar Wallpaper
Need a calendar for your computer desktop? Use one of ours.
The Wire
A virtual press conference
Information from manufacturers and associations about industry news, products, technology and business announcements.
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