Solar Interference Unveiled: Exploring its Effects and Solutions

solar interference

In recent years, we have observed a surge in discussions about solar interference, with many seeking clarity on its implications and available countermeasures. To demystify this topic, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at the phenomenon, analyzing its effects, and exploring various solutions.   What is Solar Interference? It is often referred to as a…

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ABC Audio Partners with LinkUp for Dedicated Broadcast Distribution

September 6th was a fabulous day. It felt like Christmas, Easter, and my birthday, ALL rolled into one! It was the day that a joint press release was released, announcing our multi-year agreement with ABC Audio to serve as their exclusive radio distribution partner! Check out ABC Audio’s press release: click here Of course, we…

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5G & Fall Sun Outages 2023

COULD THE 5G REPACK ADVERSELY EFFECT FALL SUN OUTAGES?   Fall sun outages may affect your satellite broadcast beginning next month — October 3rd —in the southern part of the US, eventually wrapping up by October 12th in the north.   The outages occur within a few days of both the spring and fall equinox,…

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The Truth About 5G and Why You Should Hold On To Your Wallet

I’m going to confess something … the title of my blog entry might be a little (or maybe a lot?) misleading. It wasn’t at all misleading three years ago, when I first penned this blog entry. But things have changed. Just three years ago the advice I gave to broadcasters outside the Top 46 markets…

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FIVE DANGERS YOU NEED TO BE AWARE OF AT YOUR TOWER SITE

tower site dangers

Attend a Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) meeting anywhere in the US, and you’ll hear story upon story of dangerous situations – many preventable – witnessed or experienced by an engineer at a tower / transmitter site. We’ve heard them, too – or experienced them firsthand while in the field. That’s why you’re never too…

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ADJUSTING YOUR NETWORK’S AUDIO: THE ONE RULE TO LIVE BY

By Karen Johnson   You know the phrase, “less is more”? By definition, it means simplicity is better than elaborate. Often, something simple is better than something advanced or complicated.   I struggle with this concept sometimes when I cook. I’ll add a little bit more of my favorite herbs and spices, only to regret…

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THE CASE FOR “ON-SITE” SITE SURVEYS

It’s a rather ominous title for a rather serious subject. But, when it comes to site surveys, we’re nothing but serious. A site survey is the crucial beginning of any plan, quote, or proposal for the installation of a satellite uplink or downlink. Sometimes called an on-site survey, it’s the process of planning and designing…

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SENTINEL: THE NEXT BIG THING IN MONITORING TRANSMITTER AND TOWER SITES

sentinel

Without a doubt, running a broadcast network is a challenge.   Technology seems to move at warp speed, as new solutions to ever-complex problems continue to arise. Existing technology continues to advance, as well; with new version updates yet another item to check on an already tenuous list of demands on your staff.   Yet,…

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