October 2010
Viewpoint
What Happens when FEMA Approves CAP?
Once the decision is made, many broadcasters are concerned with the now legendary 180-day clock that will begin counting down.
Features
2010 Salary Survey
The 2010 Salary Survey comes at the first rumblings of what is hopefully a wave of rebirth for the radio industry, as well as the nation’s economy.
Cumulus/Dickey Broadcast Baseball
The plan included a complete makeover of the play-by-play broadcast booth and the construction of a new pre/post-game stage in the Grand Entry Plaza.
Exploring NRSC-G201-A
Many IBOC systems have been up and running for five years now (or more) and so re-measuring compliance with the RF mask, while making use of the recommended methods, represents good engineering practice.
Managing Technology
Open Source Software
It's never been easier to learn and write useful programs that make your day-to-day life easier, more productive and increase your value as an employee.
FCC Update
FAA Pre-approval of FM Frequency Use on Hold
In 2006 the FAA proposed to dramatically expand its influence over radio spectrum users – if not usurp the FCC in some areas of spectrum allocations.
Products and Technology
Field Report: Comrex STAC
Overall the Comrex STAC has been a reliable system for the Tom Joyner Morning Show. It’s grown into a well established system that will be a benefit to any studio.
Field Report: Blue Microphones Snowball
If you are looking for a mic for recording directly to you computer, this mic is the perfect fit.
New Products (Oct 2010)
New products from Jetcast, Tascam, Rycote, Cloud Microphones, AudioScience and CellXion.
Upgrades and Updates (Oct 2010)
Updates from Korg, RCS and Orban.
Tech Tips
There's an App For That
While many apps are toys or nifty gadgets, there are some that are practical in radio engineering. Here are some that have been suggested by readers.
Sign Off
Do You Remember: Fansteel Balkite
Rod Hogg contacted us about his Fansteel Balkite B-180 power supply after seeing the Fansteel ad in our July 2009 Do You Remember column.
Radio in Cell Phones
The results Harris poll show that a sizeable majority of American cell phone users would like the ability to listen to radio stations through their mobile phone.
General
Currents Headlines from the October 2010 Issue
The online headlines from the October 2010 issue of Radio magazine.
Contributor Pro-File: Kent Kramer
This month: Kent Kramer; Director of Engineering; Reach Media/Tom Joyner Morning Show; Dallas, TX
October 2010 Advertiser Links
Links to the advertisers in the October 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.
Digital Edition
Each Issue as a Digital Edition
Read each issue online in our Digital Edition Format in your Web browser.
EAS Information More on EAS
NWS XML/Atom Feed for CAP Messages
The feed provides feeds for all US states and territories.
Wallpaper Calendar
Radio 2013 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.
Current Issue
Noise Elimination at WKSU's Akron News Bureau
This high-visibility and high-traffic area got the full acoustic treatment.
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