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Many view the engineering department of a radio station as a financial liability even though the entire business is built on technology. While it's easy to fall into the reactive [...]

A review is offered for the Beasley Broadcasting facility located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The article focuses on the success of the Motor Racing Network (MRN) in radio broadcasting in the U.S. It provides overview of the company's facilities and its important role as the primary source for NASCAR stock car racing and other related radio programming. It also mentions the significance of the company's trailers that were equipped with several audio technologies to create highly efficient use with greater connectivity and flexibility in routing.

The article reports that rebuilding on a budget can still make a showcase radio broadcasting facility. Clear Channel built a facility that served the needs of its two stations in Gadsden, Alabama. The facility would ensure reliability and flexible service to the stations, says the article. Information is provided on the audio and broadcasting communications systems installed at the facility.

The article discusses the history and development of WTHI-FM radio station owned by Emmis Communications Corp. It states that Emmis acquired WTHI and WWVR radio stations which operates in a building with WTHI-Television (TV) network in Terre Haute, Indiana. It mentions that Emmis sold the TV station in mid 2000 to establish a studio building for the WTHI-FM radio station. Moreover, engineer Kendall Myers managed the refurbishment and conversion of the former TV studio to WTHI-FM building.

The article previews some of the latest innovations in radio broadcasting technologies that would be unveiled at the upcoming 2013 NAB Show of the National Association of Broadcasters, including the new ARC-15 broadcast console from Arrakis Systems, V-4EX video mixers from Roland Systems Group, and the Indium series of solid-state radio transmitters from Elenos.

The article deals with the plan of Entercom to use solar power at its KEZW-AM radio station in Denver, Colorado as part of its initiative to promote sustainability. Items for consideration include the location, costs and various tax incentives that some areas offer. KEZW director of engineering Jeff Garett cited his practical concerns over the idea. REC Solar was also chosen to install the system. The result of the test rig of six solar panels is discussed.

The article features the Ohio and Illinois Centers for Broadcasting which aims to provide practical experience in a broadcast facility. A brief history of the centers is provided. The equipment in the centers are updated regularly to ensure that it is representative of modern broadcast operations. An overview of the Illinois Center for Broadcasting in Chicago is provided including its two Internet radio stations.

The article features behind-the-scenes access offered by ESPN radio to one of baseball's biggest event, the annual All-Star Game. A month before the game, ESPN personnel conduct a site survey. People involved in the coverage include the coordinating producer, game producer, technical director, game technician and studio technician. During the game, there are a lot of audio feeds, some of which are included on the on-air mix, while others are for cueing. Equipment list is presented.

The article focuses on the renovation of KSBJ, a non-commercial contemporary Christian music Iradio station in Houston, Texas, and the launch of an NGEN studio. It was said that KSBJ started transmitting an HD Radio signal on its transmitters in 2010. It was mentioned that the focus turned to retrofitting the old KSBJ studios to become the new NGEN studios once the new KSBJ studios were done. The stations use three distribution links to distribute the programming.

The article features several digital media products presented during the 2012 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada including the 2-way radio frequency switches from Spinner, the Talent Pod microphone and headphone controller from Henry Engineering, and the LX-24 modular audio console from Wheatstone.

The article features the broadcasting capabilities of the Kansas City Chiefs Radio Network. Mitch Holthus and Len Dawson provide broadcast commentary with side reporting from Kendall Gammon. Stadium ambient sounds are provided by various microphone installations. Parabolic placement and panning enables play action from both sides of the stadium to move across the stereo field. The broadcaster makes use of the BSS Blu software-based audio matrix system.

The article discusses the reconstruction of WEBE-FM (WEBE108) and WICC-AM. It states that Cumulus regional engineer Dave Supplee took the lead in the project which involved rebuilding the studios and office areas, including the remodeling of the technical operations center (TOC). It describes the old design and improvements made to it. It also offers information on the information technology infrastructure installed by Cumulus to the office areas.

The article offers tips for managing audio assets to improve the workflow of a broadcast studio. Several factors that create the overall audio brand and product include the equipment, sales efforts, personalities, and programming choices. Some examples of audio assets include the music being played on the-air and commercial or underwriting library. Several ways to create a backup system include running mirrored servers or systems and using existing local area network (LAN) or data link.

The article presents the new products featured at the 2011 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show, including the Smart Switch simple network management protocol (SNMP)-controlled radio frequency (RF) switch from ERI-Electronics, Vigilant L-856 high-intensity light emitting diode (LED) from Dialight and MultiPlayer audio switcher from Digital Alert Systems.

The article presents the new facility of Alpha Broadcasting on SW 6th Avenue, Portland, Oregon. The site is a main transit corridor for the Tri-Met light rail trains whose traffic noise was a challenge for Marty Hadfield its director of engineering. It indicates how the studios are arranged in clusters where each station retained its unique identity. It cites the Bing Lounge as a performance space occupying 3,000 square feet at the ground floor. It indicates how Alph saved some expenses with several in-place large electrical conduits already installed.

The article describes Corus Quay, Corus Entertainment's corporate headquarters in Toronto, Ontario. The facility has about 500,000 square feet of space and occupies 2.5 acres of the Toronto waterfront. Among other features, the structure includes a studio for "102.1 The Edge" adjacent to the beach area and uses a Wheatstone Bridge System with E6 consoles for its networked audio system. Developed by Toronto Port Lands Co., construction started in 2007 and lasted for three years.

The article talks about the renovation and upgrade of radio stations KMXL-FM and KDMO-AM in Carthage, Montana. Afer 31 years of existence, owner Ron Petersen Sr. decided that the studios needed a major change. The year 2009 first saw an initial upgrade when the stations' Broadcast Electronics AV100 automation was replaced with Audiovolt Express. In February 2010, the studios' conversion to a networked audio infrastructure started with the installation of the Wheatstone series E-4 consoles and WheatNet-IP blades.

The article focuses on the Moody Bible Institute studio that was rebuilt for accommodating operations of four radio stations from four different cities. The broadcast area first served by Moody is in Dixon Mills, Alabama with radio station WMW and in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. WMFT also added WMVU in Forest, Massachusetts and WRNF-AM in Selma, Alabama. Also noted is the new studio design project of Moody which includes the use of pre-built studios with VocalBooth products for the main studio and converting an office into a center for technical operations.

The article evaluates several new products featured at the 2010 NAB Show which include the Telox VX multi-studio phone system from Telos Systems, the Compact E-1 control surface console and associated ip88cb Console Audio Blade from Wheatstone and BlueDriver F-3 audio adapter from BlueDriver Series.

The article presents different pieces of equipment that include the Day Sequerra M2HDSP modulation monitor for HD Radio, the Wheatstone Sideboard console control surface, and the AEQ Opera, an analog on-air console.

The article evaluates several products, including the X2U XLR-to-universal serial bus (USB) signal adapter from the Shure, the Bric-Link audio-over-Internet Protocol transmission from Comrex, and Powerswitch alternating current (AC) power controller from Henry Engineering.

The article features the expansion undertaken by New Hampshire Public Radio. A brief history of the station is presented along with the changes that precipitated the need for new facilities. A needs assessment study is explained followed by the process of finding a new location. The advantages and challenges of the new location are described together with the studio core. Redundancy is discussed as an important consideration for the project as well as the allotment of a space to accommodate future needs.

The article reports that CBS Radio conducted tests on KROQ-FM in Los Angeles, California using the increased digital sideband level. Results of the tests showed improvements of received signals on indoor receivers. It provides information on the frequency modulation (FM) in-band on-channel (IBOC) hybrid transmission mode. It details the relative level of the authorized digital carriers.

The article discusses the move by Salem Communications to rebuild its three radio stations that serve the Omaha, Nebraska market. It outlines the construction phases for the new facilities of KCRO-AM, KGBI-FM and KOTK-AM. It describes the design of the new facilities, as well as the equipment installed at the facilities.

The article describes the renovation of the radio stations owned by the Saga Communications in Asheville, North Carolina. Being in a business area was the reason the new location was selected. Also discussed are the advantages of adopting a router-based audio system, including the availability of any source to any station. It was reported that the problem of how to accommodate low look angle of the satellite dish was encountered during the process.

The article features MRN Radio's studio facilities in Concord, North Carolina. Reportedly, the studio moved to Concord because most of the NASCAR teams are based in North Carolina. Four vehicles are used to cover racing events including two 53-foot long semi trailers, a satellite uplink truck and an 18-foot trailer pulled by a pickup truck. The Concord facility covers 25,00 square feet including a 6,440 square foot garage, office spaces, two control rooms, two talk studios and a production studio.

A directory of commercial products and services available to audiovisual engineers is presented.

The article talks about the facility upgrade, which was primarily centered on the on-air consoles of the studios of Cumulus radio stations in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is stated that the transition to new console surfaces was simplified because the three stations have a back-up air studio, which is often used for voice tracking and interviews. The new countertop, which was placed over the old one to create a stepped effect, covered all the previous holes and marks.

The article talks about getting all workloads done with the help of some tricks and even some software. It states that much equipment can operate in a mostly automated fashion, and more devices include some kind of Internet protocol connectivity so devices can be accessed and checked remotely. It is inferred that the Microsoft Office software package appears to be the most popular in keeping track of information from paper forms. It offers information on Twiki.org, a structured Wiki that builds on the Wiki idea and adds database functions.

The article features air studios of radio stations owned by Entercom in Kansas. The radio stations owned by Entercom are cited including KQRC-FM, KRBZ-FM and KUDL-FM. It reveals that each frequency modulation station has an air studio and a production studio. It mentions various companies that were involved in the establishment of the radio stations including Allegiant Technologies and Lightner Electronics.

The article highlights various innovations in radio broadcasting in the U.S. The first commercially available transistor radio called TR-1 was introduced by Regency right before Christmas in 1954. Philips and Sony decided to partner in the development of a new digital audio medium which is the compact audio disk in 1979.

The article discusses the conversion of two of the radio stations of Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) to Hybrid Digital Radio. WERN station in Madison and WHRM in Wausau have different antenna systems. Both did not need to install new studio/transmitter link equipment for upgrades. Each transmitter site of WPR must be capable of remotely switching between multiple audio feeds from the state-wide bureaus and the programming network.

The article features the radio facility of the Air America Radio in New York. Launched in 2004 in a cramped radio facility, the network has decided to move to a new site. The ideas, design, and drawing were made collaboratively by Juan Diaz, then vice president of engineering, and Chad Phielen at Roscor. With customized furniture and a centralized audio routing and mixing system, the facility went live last September 15, 2005.

The article offers information on the NAB Radio Show for 2006, to be held in Dallas, Texas.

Focuses on the rebuilding of the transmitter and studio facilities of radio station WKLU, owned by Indy Radio and licensed to Brownsburg, Indiana. History of the radio station; Factors considered in designing the facility; Radio broadcasting equipment used.

The article focuses on satellite-delivered programming services. There are several companies providing these services with formats covering a wide range of topics and musical styles. It provides information on a store-and-forward approach that Waitt Radio Networks (WRN) uses. Although local spots can be stored as MP2 or WAV files, WRN recommends that stations use WAV files.

Details the interior and architectural design of Federated Media Stations in South Bend and Elkhart, Indiana. Information on radio stations under the South Bend studio facilities; Brand name of South Bend studio; Features of the studios.

Deals with automation systems in radio broadcasting. Functions of the automation systems; Features of the systems; Factors to consider in changing automation system manufacturers.

Presents information on the support system of an air studio. Impact of furniture on a studio; Consideration of sight lines between hosts and guests; Use of solid-surface countertops. INSET: Six tips for selecting and installing the right rack and....

Focuses on the layout of radio studios for Journal stations. Benefits of putting the company's radio studios on 72nd Street building in Omaha, Nebraska; Changes in radio equipment used in the studios; Design of the studios.

Presents tips on selecting console for an open-air radio broadcasting studio. Benefits of using identical consoles in studios; Difference between analog and digital consoles; Approaches to reduce audio and control wiring between studios.

Focuses on the availability of Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) lines and the proliferation of Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) service. Factors to consider in selecting POTS or ISDN codecs; Distinctive features of ISDN interfaces used in North America and the U.S.; Information on several available POTS and ISDN codecs.

Highlights the efforts of radio broadcasting firm Nassau Manchester to establish a consolidated studio facility for its radio stations in southern New Hampshire. Selection of Radio Systems Millennium radio consoles for the facility; Information on the equipment racks of the facility; Use of a Radio Systems DI-2000 phone hybrid in its production studios.

Features several test and measurement tools for radio systems. Gage Gagescope; Terrasonde Digital Audio Toolbox; DK-Technologies MSD100C audio meter.

Looks at efforts to incorporate surround sound to the list of HD Radio enhancements in pursuit of finding the killer application for In-band On-channel. Definition of surround sound; Approaches to providing surround sound audio; Description of the resulting stereo audio and watermark stream of Neural Audio and Harris; Capabilities of the technology called Circle Surround developed by SRS.

Offers ideas on choosing the right wire or cable for digital audio. Range of operational characteristics associated with cables; Forms of shielding; Physical properties to consider; Key requirement for digital signal cables; Bandwidth requirement of a digital audio signal.

Presents information on the 117th Audio Engineering Society Convention in San Francisco, California in 2004. Theme of the convention; Activities that will be initiated during the event; Speakers in the event.

Features a radio facility of Cumulus Broadcasting in Topeka, Kansas. Equipment installed in the facility; Audio sources in the facility; Functions of the equipment.

Presents information on several digital audio workstations, equipment used in radio stations, in the U.S. as of October 2004. Orban Audicy 3.0 from Orban; Steinberg Wavelab 5 from Steinberg; 360 Systems Shortcut 2000 recorder and editor from 360 Systems; Audion Labs Vox Pro 3.3 stereo editor from Audion Labs