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The Connected Transmitter Site
Those with connected sites wonder how they lived without them
Cris Alexander, CPBE, AMD, DRB, has been director of engineering for Crawford Broadcasting Co. since 1984 and oversees the technical operations of 23 radio stations from coast to coast. He is the former tech editor of RW Engineering Extra, and he is managing partner of Au Contraire Software Ltd., which produces AM-FM allocations and engineering software.
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A New Tool for the Broadcast Engineer
Small unmanned aircraft systems offer a lot for tower maintenance
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Tower Structural Standards Evolve
A revision in the TIA/EIA RS-222 standard builds on changes introduced in the prior...
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Revised AM Proof Rules Lighten the Load on Broadcasters
Do you manage a directional AM array? Take note of what the FCC did...
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Using DF Techniques to Track Down Pirates
Doing the legwork yourself can result in faster resolution of a pirate problem
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Tower Work Insights From an Industry Leader
P&R Tower’s Jason Kardokus provides a candid look at the tower service industry
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The Continuing Journey of AM Revitalization
The latest rollout in the FCC’s AM improvement initiative is great news for many...
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A New Hat for a Familiar Contributor
I’m new to this role but not to this publication; here’s what you need...
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AM Stations Have New Options
Existing towers can often work for AMs that must relocate
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Navigating the Translator Filing Maze for AM Stations
FCC window opens July 29 for AM stations to file for an FM translator
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Test Equipment Keeps Getting Smaller and More Capable
Some 30 years ago, my complement of RF test equipment consisted of a General...
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Our “Last Best Chance” to Revitalize AM
RW asked our resident AM expert for his thoughts on details of the FCC...
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Circuit Modeling Can Provide Clues in Troubleshooting
A couple of years ago, I had the privilege of designing and building a...
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FCC Rules on Non-Directional Antennas
Does this decision affect a lot more than one station?
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When Is a Non-Directional FM Antenna Directional?
How far is too far when using antenna mounting to skew an ND pattern?
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Off-Air Reception Can Be a Challenge in Studio Facilities
For best results, make wise choices in antenna and distribution system components
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DIY Projects Fill the Gap in Specialized Applications
Sometimes, you just need to “roll your own”
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Experience Brings Important Lessons About Tower Work
Five things to look out for with tower maintenance contractors
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Don’t Forget Those Recertification Measurements!
With basic test gear, a good engineer can knock these out pronto
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New Antenna Protection Rules Are a Win
Many years ago, in the mid-1980s, I was charged with the task of improving...
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L.A. AM Gets a New Mountaintop Home
The story of a rarity: A new 50 kW directional AM facility
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Multimode Fiber Provides Option for Microwave Data
A solution to Cat-5 limitations
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Are Low-Profile Antennas Hurting Our Signals?
Like it or not, this is the mobile reception environment we must live in...
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Due Diligence Heads Off Acquisition Surprises
Helpful tips for engineers working on acquisitions
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MDCL Operation Is a Winner for High-Power AM
Power Saving Technology Can Make Even Electricity-Hog 50 kW Stations Green
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We Like Our Precast Transmitter Shelter
Cell-style prefab often makes a faster, better installation
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Alabama Tornados Put Engineering to Test
Dedicated Engineering Staff Key to Recovery
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Concentric Colocation: A Unique Solution
How to fit one directional array inside another
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Ground Conductivity Field Measurements
It’s no walk in the woods to use a test antenna to determine conductivity
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The Search for STL Bandwidth
Licensed links in higher microwave bands provide attractive option
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Careful Planning Comes First in a Studio Move
A cable ladder can make wiring much faster and easier
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Cris Alexander on How to Avoid a Cluster of Failures
And what to do when everything breaks at once
Tech and Gear
PI 4100 Takes to the Field
Potomac’s third generation of survey tool is a worthy successor to the FIM-41
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A Good Studio Lease Requires Good Engineering
By dealing with key issues in the negotiation process, you set the tone for...
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Make Good Choices for Studio Success
Plan ahead for a new studio location to avoid common mistakes
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New Transmitter Building Requires Real Engineering
A plan, plenty of help and good weather keep a complex job on track
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How to Prepare to Model Your AM Array
Practical Tips to Guide You When Considering the Use of Moment Method Modeling
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A Return to In-House Repair
With Budgets Tight, Dust Off That Workbench for Some Savings
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Am I a Radio Engineer or Just a Security Guard?
Crime Takes a Bite Out of Engineering Schedules and Budgets