Satellite

Wise Satellite Receivers 

Why are there so many different manufacturers of satellite receivers? Conrad Trautmann explains the reasons.

A URL You Should Know 

ESE World Skies has some useful information on satellite technology on its website.

Modern Satellite Receiver Features 

How to set LNB power 

Recently several major networks have upgraded their satellite delivery platforms. These new systems are from three incompatible vendors, but all have similar features.

Satellite dish check-up 

It is a good idea to inspect the satellite dish as early in spring as you can, and evict any birds nesting. Later in spring, check for wasps in the feed horn or on the underside of the dish.

Wegener Ipump 6420 

Wegener's intelligent, centralized, file-based workflow enables station groups to manage the delivery of unique program content from each affiliate, maintain a local identity and maximize ad revenue.

Poor Man's Satellite Dish Deicer 

After years of relying on the broom method and not having the budget to invest in a commercial deicer, KLJC engineer Glenn Williams devised his own way to keep the ice away.

ABS, ASTI Form Strategic Alliance 

Advanced Broadcast Solutions and Antenna and Satellite Technology often found themselves contracted to work on the same projects, which spurred the partnership.

SSI Commemorates 10th Anniversary 

The national syndicator specializes in ad sales, affiliate sales, satellite distribution, NTR activities, subscription podcasting and related consulting services of branded radio programs.

Wegener, Microspace Reaffirm Commitment to Christian Radio Consortium 

The two companies provide services for the CRC Broadcast Networks.

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