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Don't become a statistic
Jan 1, 2008,
By John Battison, P.E., technical editor, RF
There are many lists extant of precautions to take before working with high voltage pieces of equipment. Lethal incidents may be more often caused by completely unexpected circumstances than from pure, careless accidents. 
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Problems and solutions
Jan 1, 2008,
Chriss Scherer
cscherer@RadioMagOnline.com
In the eyes of broadcasters, December was a busy month for the FCC. Broadcasting is just one small part of the FCC’s concerns, so when several significant rulings are made at once, broadcasters naturally take notice. Two recent actions deal with broadcast ownership while another deals with programming localism. Now that the FCC has acted, there are more questions raised than answers provided.
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FCC Adopts Protections for LPFM
Jan 1, 2008,
By Harry Martin
In a move designed to enhance the long-term viability of low-power FM stations and encourage new voices, the FCC has adopted and proposed additional rules, which will afford LPFM stations quasi-primary service status and provide other benefits.
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Burk Watchband
Jan 1, 2008,
By Chris Verdi, CBNT
Watchband more than exceeded the expectations of Nasau Vermont: Not only can all 14 stations be monitored from one location, but the group can also monitor all the stations plus its competition from any location that has network access.
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A reel shock
Jan 1, 2008
I was shocked at your story on Otari. Shocked. Almost fell out of the chair. You mean to tell me that 20 years have gone by and I still have three of
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Sign Off
Jan 1, 2008,
by Erin Shipps, associate editor
A Collins 12H console at WFMS Indianapolis, Pete Fornatale at WFUV and America's techiest cities.
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New Products
Dec 1, 2007,
by Erin Shipps, associate editor
New products from HHB, Mackie, LEA International, Avlex, LAN International, Audioquest, Dielectric, DM Engineering, Disc Makers, Neutrik, Crown Broadcast, Coaxial Dynamics, Ledtronics, Winmedia Software, Axia Audio, New Avionics, MXL Microphones, Nott, Editshare, Adobe Systems, Audio Precision, Wireworks, Newer Technology, Lavry Engineering and Belden.
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Engineered for business
Dec 1, 2007,
Chriss Scherer
cscherer@RadioMagOnline.com
Why do radio engineers choose their career in radio engineering? We obviously have the aptitude and the skills for the job, but there are other reasons. I think many engineers will tell you that they do their job because it's not really like work. It's like getting paid to practice a hobby.
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Project management
Dec 1, 2007,
By Kevin McNamara, CNE
The project management professional (PMP) has only recently become a specialized credential recognized in a wide variety of businesses. In fact, many companies now consider formal project manager training and certification for new hires or employees seeking to grow within an organization.
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FCC issues surface in presidential race
Dec 1, 2007,
By Harry Martin
Only a month or two before the 2008 presidential nominees face off in primaries, and less than a year before the general election, top candidates from both major parties are discussing key issues affecting communications policy.
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Sign Off
Dec 1, 2007,
by Erin Shipps, associate editor
WXVW studios in 1968, a Texar ad from 1988 and current vs. future mobile phone usage.
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Mackie 642-VLZ3
Dec 1, 2007,
By Jeff Smith, CEA CBNT
The big differences with the 1642-VLZ3 are the mic preamps and the EQ sections on the console. Mackie totally redesigned the mic preamps for this line.
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KRK VXT Series
Dec 1, 2007,
By Dan Israel
For KRK groupies, these are a home run. Their brand ancestry is definitely audible. The company has retained the good from their previous mid-level lines, while improving other facets of their design. However, for broadcasters these boxes pack a lot of punch for a modest price. And the limiting circuit and ready-to-mount abilities make them good candidates for the control or production room.
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Omega Engineering PX319 and PX219
Nov 1, 2007,
By Dennis L. Sloatman
Remote and accurate line pressure monitoring is just one important aspect of remote facility maintenance. Omega Engineering has a range of products to fit this need, and the PX319 and PX219 are used at the Cox Radio Orlando facilities.
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Sign Off
Nov 1, 2007,
by Erin Shipps, associate editor
Remembering the RCA BTF 20E, WBT's cold war-era studio bunker in a North Carolina bomb shelter and how radio compares to other media on its influence in auto purchases.
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New Products from the NAB Radio Show and AES
Nov 1, 2007,
by Erin Shipps, associate editor
New products from Belden, HHB, Ecreso, Studio Technologies, DACS, Canford Audio, ATC, Wegener, Steinberg, Day Sequerra, Genelec, Adam Professional Audio, Gepco, Riedel, Globalstor, Jampro, Blue Microphones, Sennheiser Electronic, Izotope, Lexicon, Wireworks, OK Radio Group and Neutrik.
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RF filters
Nov 1, 2007,
By John Battison,P.E., technical editor, RF
Radio-engineering work is very involved with filters of one kind or another. The science of broadcasting depends on the correct passage of various frequencies through differing pieces of equipment. Some frequencies are in the audio range and others are in the RF domain.
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The high cost of HD Radio receivers
Nov 1, 2007
Radio magazine readers speak up on HD Radio receiver availability, the RIAA's financial tactics, the right way to plan a project and a simple thanks for our Find the Mic Sweepstakes.
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Out of mind, but not out of sight
Nov 1, 2007,
Chriss Scherer
cscherer@RadioMagOnline.com
"Why do you listen to radio?" Depending on how listeners are asked this question, the replies can be wildly different, as was shown in a recent study. The results go beyond the actual question to reveal other important aspects of radio.
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Unlimi-Tech File Catalyst 2.0
Nov 1, 2007,
By Chris Wygal
File Catalyst 2.0 is a software-based application that uses UDP to transfer files and data more reliably than basic FTP. The File Catalyst server and client system compresses data to reduce payloads and maximize bandwidth.
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Wi-fi antennas
Oct 1, 2007,
By Kevin McNamara, CNE
In recent years, the introduction of wireless networks allows users to work anywhere within a defined location. The technology behind wireless networks changes almost yearly, but one thing remains the same: the antenna.
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Sign Off
Oct 1, 2007,
by Erin Shipps, associate editor
The Otari MX-55, Dan Steffen at WVQM studios in 1973 and how well radio retains listeners during commercial breaks.
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