USSI Global Supports SES in C-Band Transition

  Work is done on a 3.8-meter single-feed antenna aimed at satellite SES-11. This particular facility in Christmas, Fla., supports a Hearst Properties site for WESH(TV). USSI Global said it has helped satellite company SES complete the first phase of the FCC’s accelerated C-band clearing and relocation activities. As part of the FCC’s program to […]

This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters – November 27, 2021 to December 3, 2021

Here are some of the regulatory developments of significance to broadcasters from the last week, with links to where you can go to find more information as to how these actions may affect your operations. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel’s nomination for another five-year term at the agency was approved by the Senate Commerce Committee. The […]

Letter: Shortwave’s huge audience

It was interesting to read the shortwave article. It was also high time to address the issue of SW transmissions, as the death of radio, of shortwave and even of medium-wave is being aired again while the progress of streaming and podcasting is hugely hyped — again trumping global realities. The article would have benefitted […]

User Report: BroadcastPix Brings the Video

When I started doing radio back in 1994, a camera in the studio was unheard of, but now it’s pretty much mandatory to have a streaming component to your show. It helps get your listeners more engaged in what you’re talking about and it helps you do more things. For instance here at “The Shannon […]

User Report: Vox Media Uses Tieline Report-IT for Interviews

The author is director of production technology for Vox Media. Tieline Report-IT in use at Vox Media. Vox Media is a leading independent media company, and the Vox Media Podcast Network is one of the largest collections of popular podcasts spanning technology, news, pop culture, futurism, current trends and more. Our portfolio features the most […]

Sonoma FM Station Ups Its Game With Panel Antenna

The New KSVY Antenna Setup with the Panels Aimed Community radio station KSVY(FM) in Sonoma, Calif., recently installed a new directional antenna system that is delivering improved coverage. Bob Taylor is chief operator and manager of the station, which features an all-volunteer air staff. He told Radio World the station wanted higher elevation for improved […]