http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/ Viewpoint is Radio magazine Editor Chriss Scherer's view of events shaping radio broadcasting. en-us http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/2012_nab_show_is_over_0501/ The annual convention is over, but the work at Radio magazine to cover the convention spans several months. viewpoint Tue, 01 May 2012 03:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/new_translators_thousands_lpfm_stations_0412/ In March 2012, the FCC passed two report and order actions and a further notice of proposed rulemaking to do just that. viewpoint Sun, 01 Apr 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/time_for_another_nab_show_0312/ The sessions, the exhibits, the technology... It really is time for another NAB Show. viewpoint Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/eas_gets_and_update_0212/ The 130-page FCC Fifth Report and Order on EAS addresses many of the ongoing concerns with EAS, but there are still a few details that are not yet settled. So what's new? Here's an overview. viewpoint Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/ghosts_studios_past_0112/ Our January Facility Showcase on WEBE 108/WICC brings back memories for Editor Chriss Scherer. He was the chief engineer of WEBE in the late 19802. viewpoint Sun, 01 Jan 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/passing_the_eas_test_1211/ Was the national EAS test a total failure? Hardly. There were problems, but the test was successful in bringing these problems to light. viewpoint Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/end_automation_patent_claim_1101/ Mission Abstract Data still has until Dec. 2012 to appeal, but for now it's good news to radio stations. viewpoint Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/new_look_feel_1011/ Our October 2011 issue has a new look, but it still has the familiar feel you expect. viewpoint Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/radio_show_what_to_expect_0911/ The 2011 Radio Show is off to Chicago, and Radio magazine editor Chriss Scherer is looking forward to the trip. viewpoint Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/streaming_not_important_0811/ Pandora and iHeartRadio are in the news. They're going after the millions of potential online listeners that could be listening to streams from radio stations. viewpoint Mon, 01 Aug 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/speak_up_on_eas_0711/ The FCC is seeking input on the latest proposed rulemaking for EAS, which gives everyone an opportunity to suggest improvements in the system. viewpoint Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/2011_nab_in_books_0601/ Increased attendance, coupled with the generally positive economic outlook certainly added to the overall positive feelings on the exhibit floor. viewpoint Wed, 01 Jun 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/role_in_customer_service_0511/ Don't think you have customers? Think again. Everyone you work with is a customer in some way. viewpoint Sun, 01 May 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/npr_defunding_0411/ It seems to be a national debate, but it has real effects on local stations. viewpoint Fri, 01 Apr 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/see_you_2011_nab_show_0311/ What's in store this year? Lots of new products, more sessions than ever, several high-profile speakers, and an expanded convention scope. It truly is an electronic media expo. viewpoint Tue, 01 Mar 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/green-transmissions-0203/ A good portion of the report discusses general transmitter efficiency for solid-state and tube designs, and analog and hybrid IBOC designs. viewpoint Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:27:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/build-community-0101/ Radio magazine helps you do your job better. Help us build the engineering community. viewpoint Sat, 01 Jan 2011 07:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/some-cap-breathing-room-1201/ When FEMA formally adopted CAP at the end of September, there was no collective sigh of relief from broadcasters. viewpoint Wed, 01 Dec 2010 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/different-radio-show-1101/ If the NAB/RAB want to host a fall show, the technical aspect needs to be revised. viewpoint Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/what-happens-fema-approves-cap-0928/ Once the decision is made, many broadcasters are concerned with the now legendary 180-day clock that will begin counting down. viewpoint Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/fm_cell-phone_mandate/ The NAB and RIAA look to settle the terrestrial radio performance royalty by adding a Congressional mandate. viewpoint Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/media-ownership/ While the FCC defends it media ownership rules in court, some commissioners have a simplified view of what it takes to serve the public interest. viewpoint Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/high-on-optimism/ Economic indicators show that radio is poised for revenue recovery, but it's going to be a long road. viewpoint Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/2010-nab-show-wrapup/ The 2010 NAB Show had a refreshed feeling this year, and the upbeat attitude was obvious in the exhibit hall and sessions. viewpoint Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/radio_postshow_recovery/ Attendance at the 2010 NAB Show was up, spirits were high, and the media industry in general appears to be on an upswing. viewpoint Sat, 01 May 2010 12:00:00 EST