A New Way of Modeling AM Directional Antenna Arrays
[October 2009] Some might call it one of the more important changes to the AM Rules in decades – the FCC now permits …
The Broadcasters' Desktop Resource
Search Results for “”
Peak Products Save Tech Time
[October 2009] Adding the right piece of test gear to an engineer’s arsenal usually makes him more efficient in troubleshooting problems. Finding a …
Energizer Hard Case 4-LED Professional Headlight
[October 2009] Trying to do work in uncomfortable places always creates one of two problems: either there are not enough hands to do …
KWVE Meets the EB Bureaucrats
KWVE was recently slapped with a NAL for $5000, after a botched EAS test last year (October 2008). This is an LP-1 station …
Debunking Half-wave Antenna Myths
The half-wave vertical antenna is a popular configuration in the amateur radio community. Unfortunately its performance is too often compromised by a lack …
Chasing an Interference Bug
[August 2009] Dealing with the neighbors when there is an interference complaint can be as much of a “public relations” problem as a …
The Dangers of Leaving “Well Enough” Alone
[August 2009] Contrary to bean counter logic, solid state does not mean “no maintenance required.” Stations that want reliable service, even from some …
The Agilent N9340B Portable Spectrum Analyzer
[August 2009] For many years making spectrum measurements at a radio station meant hauling a large, heavy test instrument into the field. Now, …
The Nautel J-1000
[August/September 2009] Replacing a new transmitter can be major undertaking, especially when it uncovers some of the shortcomings of the original installation. Years …
Contract Engineering: How to be a Contract Engineering Star
[August 2009] In 1979, The Statler Brothers had a song hit on the charts called “How to be a Country Star.” In it …