Satellite Equipment
Solar Interference Unveiled: Exploring its Effects and Solutions
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…
Read MoreABC 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…
Read MoreWhy Does The Sun Negatively Impact Satellite Communication: Questions About Sun Outage
The Sun, the star at the center of our solar system, has an immense influence on our daily lives. Not only does it provide the necessary warmth and light to sustain life on Earth, but its activity can also interfere with our technological infrastructure, particularly satellite communications. Satellite communication is a marvel of modern technology,…
Read More5G & 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,…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreTHREE STRAIGHT-TALKING QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD BE ASKING YOUR CONTENT DELIVERY PROVIDER
Since LiNKUP acquired our own Network Operations Center in Englewood, Colorado some 18 months ago we have embarked on a rather speedy course in network management. A Little Background For those of you who are new to all things LiNKUP, let me get you up-to-date. In the past several years, our company’s emphasis has been…
Read MoreFIVE DANGERS YOU NEED TO BE AWARE OF AT YOUR TOWER SITE
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…
Read MoreADJUSTING 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…
Read MoreTHE 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…
Read MoreSENTINEL: THE NEXT BIG THING IN MONITORING TRANSMITTER AND TOWER SITES
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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