November 2011
Viewpoint
An End to the Automation Patent Claim?
Mission Abstract Data still has until Dec. 2012 to appeal, but for now it's good news to radio stations.
Features
Trends in Technology: Prefabricated Shelters
A prefabricated shelter can be an affordable, practical option when the time comes to build a new site.
Merlin Media Updates on a Very Short Schedule
After Merlin Media took over stations in Chicago and New York, a format change required some major facility modifications. The project was complete in about one month.
RF Engineering
Directional Antenna Basics
Jeremy Ruck reviews the basics of directional antenna arrays.
FCC Update
FM Translator Moves Granted Under Certain Circumstances
The FCC has proposed the adoption of "floors" that would limit the processing of FM translators in markets where there was not sufficient spectrum for the introduction of future LPFM stations.
Products and Technology
Field Report: Adobe Audition CS5.5
With its 5.5 release, Audition is now available for Mac users.
Field Report: Olympus DM-620
The most unique feature of this recorder is the Tresmic 3 microphone system.
Side by Side: Telephone Hybrids
While newer technology for telephony exists, the POTS line is still in common use. We picked four popular single-line telephone hybrids to compare.
New Products (November 2011)
New products from Audio-Technica, Auralex, Clark Wire and Cable, ERI and more.
Tech Tips
Tech Tips: Using Ferrites
Ferrites are helpful components in the fight against RF interference.
Sign Off
That Was Then: W1XOJ Boston
W1XOJ at one time had a CP for 300kW on 42MHz.
Sample and Hold: Mobile Local Ad Revenues to Grow
Among the drivers of mobile ad revenue growth are smartphone penetration, mobile Web usage and related increases in ad inventory.
General
Currents Headlines from the November 2011 Issue
The online headlines from the November 2011 issue of Radio magazine.
November 2011 Advertiser Links
Links to the advertisers in the November 2011 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
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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.
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