Radio IT Management
7 Tips for Better Streaming
Rule No. 1: Make it easy for listeners to hear your station online
Tech Tips
From the Editor
Radio Gets Its Head Around “Everything as a Service”
A special report on how radio technology continues to move to the service model
Tech Tips
Watch Out for This Network Cable
UL Solutions issues a caution about a possible fire hazard
Tech Tips
Broadcasters Have More STL Options Than Ever
In the era of Internet Protocol, users have the luxury of choice
Headlines
AES Launches Audio Loudness Portal
Goal is “a predictable, consistently satisfying listener experience”
Guest Commentaries
Are You Using an Unsupported OS? Read This!
Don’t be lulled into thinking out-of-date systems can protect you
News Makers
There’s No Such Thing as a Permanent Install
Brad Roybal talks about the adaptability of today’s consoles
News Makers
For HD Radio, Use the Maximum Authorized Power
Jeff Detweiler talks about other best practices to get the most from your digital...
News Makers
A Station’s Main Channel Is Usually the Most Profitable
So make sure you’ve maximized it, even if exploring exotic options
News Makers
Workflows Demand a Cohesive Design Approach
Mike Dorris says console customization is about more than add-on features
Tech Tips
Build a Sound Effects Button Box
You’ll make friends on the morning show team with this fun project
Guest Commentaries
Here Are Some Examples of Last-Mile Solutions
Mike Pappas on taking a fresh approach to getting to and from the transmitter
Radio IT Management
Amazon Simplifies Alexa Radio Skill Process
Amazon recently announced the availability of the Alexa Radio Skills Kit, or RSK, console...
Workbench
Protect Your Transmitter Site Phone Line
Fred shares a tip from Charlie, and we share it with you!
News Makers
The Days of the 950 MHz Band May Be Numbered
Alex Hartman says new technologies offer diversity of choice but come with tradeoffs
Product Evaluations
To Inspect Your Tower, Why Not “Go Steady”?
While not cheap, these Canon binoculars deliver amazing results
Digital Radio
As Goes Your FM Processing, So Should Your HD1
Jurison emphasizes the need to process those two identically
Tech Tips
Don’t Ignore Options to Upgrade in Class
Frank McCoy has a warning about a scenario that you could easily overlook
Tech Tips
Shocker! It’s Time to Prepare for Lightning Season
What’s on your lightning protection checklist?
Tech Tips
A Costly Lesson in Translator Antenna Selection
Inexpensive antennas have their role, but when they fail it can cost you
Tech Tips
Try This With Your AM Processing
Lower the mod peaks and increase clipping slightly to find a sweet spot
Tech Tips
Some Down-to-Earth Tips on Grounding
A proper scheme goes a long way toward minimizing damage from lightning.
Radio IT Management
Cloud Brings Simplified Workflows, Cautious Expansion
At Northwestern Media, Murphey preaches redundancy in network infrastructure
Tech Tips
Let’s Talk About Some Basics of Audio for Radio
It’s important to understand audio as it is used in the facilities we work...
Digital Radio
New WorldDAB Book Guides DAB Adoption
In time for World Radio Day, the new guide highlights what it takes to...
Tech Tips
Cameras Solve the Problem
Security cameras can be used for many purposes at a remote transmitter site
News and Business
Radio Engineers: Make a List and Check it Twice
As 2022 comes to an end, Larry Wilkins says check those logs!
News Makers
Tx Commissioning Is Far More Efficient Today
Welton says test and setup have benefited from manufacturing efficiencies
Tech Tips
NATE Releases New RF Awareness Guide
The updated booklet serves as a quick-reference resource on RF/ electromagnetic energy
Tech Tips
A Composite Demodulator for Troubleshooting and Discrete Audio
This home-brew device turns composite baseband into discrete left and right
Tech Tips
Don’t Confuse PA Efficiency With Overall Efficiency
The latter is a better gauge when shopping, says Mark Persons
News Makers
Total Cost of Ownership Is a Key Consideration
Buying a transmitter? Ted Lantz says also look for redundancy
Radio IT Management
10 Alternatives for “Remoting In”
Free or inexpensive options abound for accessing your systems remotely
From the Editor
Learn From Top System Integrators
How can you get the most out of your SI relationship?
Tech Tips
Brand Loyalty Is a Big Factor When TX Shopping
History and a good working relationship count for a lot
Tech Tips
Your Mentorship Matters
Award-winning engineer Mark Persons celebrates a time-honored tradition
News Makers
Buying RF? Think Down the Road
Greg Dahl talked with us about smart transmitter shopping
Tech Tips
Build a Customizable Thermal Sensor
I used it for a purpose-built low-power FM transmitter