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Ready to make some noise & ROCK the radio waves?
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced that a filing window for applications for new LPFM station construction permits will open on November 1, 2023 and close on November 8, 2023 . LPFM proposals in the entire FM band, from channels 201 to 300, will be eligible for filing during this window. (Many steps of…
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The Crucial Need for a Broadcast Engineering Consultant in LPFM Radio Second Adjacent Waiver Applications
Avoid Costly Mistakes: LPFM radio frequency applications that require a second adjacent waiver are exceptionally complex. A minor mistake in your application can cost you dearly. Think about it, is it really worth saving a few bucks if it jeopardizes your chances of getting what you want? The answer is a resounding no. The cost…
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In the Matter of Q Link Wireless LLC and Hello Mobile Telecom LLC
FCC issues $20M Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture against Q Link and Hello Mobile for CPNI violations.
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The Revival of Radio: A Potent Instrument for Community and Authenticity
Numerous individuals, including my pastor friend, tend to underestimate radio’s influence in today’s digital age. They often assume that the internet has rendered radio obsolete. Yet, the statistics reveal a different narrative. Radio persists as a reliable and extensive means of communication. It serves as our companion during the morning commute, a steadfast presence in…
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URGENT: Secure Your Voice with an LPFM License Today – Deadline Approaching!
Are you ready to make your mark on the airwaves, broadcasting your message loud and clear to your local community? The time is now, and the urgency is real – apply for your LPFM (Low Power FM) license before it’s too late! The deadline is rapidly approaching, and this golden opportunity to claim your spot…
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Your Chance to Shine: Launch Your LPFM Radio Station in 2023 Filing Window!
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in your community while tapping into the power of radio broadcasting? We have exciting news for you! The 2023 LPFM Filing Window is now open, presenting an incredible opportunity for you to launch your very own Low Power FM (LPFM) radio station. This is your chance to…
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2023 LPFM Radio Filing Window Approaches Rapidly
Original construction permits (and major changes) for Low Power FM (LPFM) broadcast stations can be filed during this window. LPFM Radio Filing Window Dates November 1, 2023 to November 8, 2023 Potential Availability of LPFM Radio Channels To check availability and express interest in having The LPFM Store handle your organization’s LPFM application, visit: NexusBroadcast.com or LPFMStore.com 2023…
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The 2023 LPFM Radio Filing Window: Why Being Prepared and Starting Now is Crucial
Radio broadcasting has long been an essential medium for connecting communities, sharing information, and promoting local culture. Low Power FM (LPFM) radio stations play a crucial role in this ecosystem, providing a voice to smaller communities and niche interests. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the 2023 LPFM Radio Filing Window, and it presents…
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LPFM Licensees: The Importance of Being Familiar with FCC Rules
Low Power FM (LPFM) stations are community-based broadcasters that operate with lower power levels, serving localized areas with diverse and engaging content. To ensure smooth and compliant broadcasting, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) establishes rules and regulations that LPFM licensees must follow. Being familiar with FCC rules is not just a legal obligation; it is…
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The Low Power FM (LPFM) Radio Requirement: Filing for STA to Maintain Silence
Low Power FM (LPFM) radio stations are community-based broadcasters that operate at lower power levels to serve localized areas. These stations play a crucial role in fostering community engagement, providing diverse content, and promoting local culture. However, there are instances when an LPFM radio station may need to suspend its regular broadcasting temporarily. In such…
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How to start a Christian Radio Station For Your Church
Starting a Christian radio station for your church can be a powerful way to reach out to your congregation and the wider community with uplifting messages, music, and programming. Remember that starting and running a radio station requires dedication, teamwork, and ongoing effort. Stay committed to your mission, seek guidance from experienced broadcasters, and be…
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A Guide to Starting a Low Power FM Radio Station in 2023
The advent of Low Power FM (LPFM) radio stations has revolutionized the broadcasting landscape, offering an accessible platform for individuals, organizations, and community groups to share their unique voices and connect with local audiences. If you are passionate about community radio and eager to establish your own station, 2023 presents a prime opportunity to embark…
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Exploring the Excitement: The 2023 LPFM Radio Filing Window
In the ever-evolving landscape of radio broadcasting, one of the most anticipated events for radio enthusiasts and community organizations is the Low Power FM (LPFM) radio filing window. LPFM stations have provided a platform for local voices and community engagement since their inception in the early 2000s. With the 2023 LPFM radio filing window fast…
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National EAS ETRS Forms Due August 2018
It’s nearly National EAS Testing time. The FCC is getting ready for the 2018 National EAS Test. All radio and television broadcasters, including LPFM radio stations are required to fill out the ETRS form one by August 27. I can prepare and file the three forms for you for only $150 per station. 903-270-1500 If…
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Congress Explores Tools for Shutting Pirate Radio
Boosting FCC fines to as much as $2 million, penalizing building owners and stepping up raids in major Radio markets are among the options Congress is considering for combating illegal broadcast operations under legislation unveiled last week in a House Telecommunications Subcommittee hearing. The measures are intended to protect against interference with licensed broadcasters, the…
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Tropospheric Ducting – What Happened to My Station?
What Happened to My Station? Steve Callahan for Radio-Guide Magazine It’s been good season for tropospheric ducting along the New England shore. You might not be familiar with the term “tropospheric ducting,” but you just might have experienced it and not known why. We’re all familiar with the way that AM signals bounce at night…
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Start Your OWN Low Power FM Radio Station!
The LPFM Store has set up hundreds of low power FM and commercial FM radio stations across the United States, and also supports hundreds of other installations in other parts of the world. We can assist you or your organization to start a new Radio Station – either broadcasting on a low power basis, on a…
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LPFM Waiver on New EAS Reporting Duty Requested
In November 2017 LPFM an advocacy group petitioned the FCC for relief to LPFM radio stations concerning meeting new multilingual EAS reporting requirements. Citing low publicity surrounding an order adopted by the FCC in March 2016 and lack of input from LPFM stations, REC Networks has filed a motion for either a blanket waiver or extension of time for…
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Special FM Translator Window for AM Stations Open
As announced in October 2015 in the AM Order the commission had opened a special filing window for FM translators for use with AM radio stations. This is a two part window, with the first part open now for the next six months – ending July 28, 2016. The second window will be for three…
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Link: Broadcast Music licensing for LPFM Radio Stations – The LPFM Store
Leo Ashcraft posted a link to LPFM’s wall: We have called all of the music authorities and have updated the article for 2014. Rates for LPFM will range from $635 – $735 annually. https://lpfmstore.com/broadcast-music-licensing-for-lpfm-radio-stations/…
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LPFM License Application Process – Frequently Asked Questions
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will accept electronically filed low power FM (LPFM) construction permit applications for new LPFM stations from October 15, 2013 to 6 PM EST on November 14, 2013. To help consumers with the filing process, here are answers to some commonly asked questions. Additional information is posted on the main LPFM…
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Link: Start your own hyperlocal radio station – Gatekeeper – Boston.com
Leo James posted a link to LPFM’s wall: In a little-noticed action just after Thanksgiving, the Federal Communications Commission opened the door for hundreds and hundreds of community groups and nonprofit organization to start hyperlocal radio station…
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LPFM Radio Filing Window – Congress Takes Notice – Filing Window Extended through 11/14
BREAKING: LPFM Store staff Dustin Williams was in contact with Third District Congressman Adrian Smith who said this morning: “We will be releasing an LPFM-specific public notice shortly which will announce an extended window filing period and the rescheduling of the webinar that was to have occurred on 10/3.” The extended window is confirmed through…
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Low Power FM Radio Filing Window is Open – When it Closes – No One Knows for Sure!
For now we know this for sure, the window is open NOW. If you intend to apply you need to take necessary steps immediately to ensure there is enough time to prepare your applications and file during this open window. Depending on your situation, even at an accelerated pace, there are several steps in preparation…
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Federal Government Shutdown – Reopening October 17 – Low Power FM Radio Filing Window Update
On October 16th The Senate and The House of Representatives passed a Senate-brokered bill to fully reopen the U.S. government and raise its debt ceiling. This means the Federal government should be back in operation on sometime on October 17th. It may take a few hours on reopening day for all FCC systems to return…
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LPFMStore & Nexus – LPFM Radio Work Continues, Despite Government Shutdown
The LPFMStore.com and Nexus Broadcast, LLC continue to operate and prepare LPFM applications with proprietary software. Nexus has re-tooled and is no longer dependent on operational government services. We are now preparing LPFM applications at full tilt and expect to be back on schedule by the end of the week. These new tools have increased…
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LPFM Radio Filing Tools – Post Government Shutdown
The following third party tools may be used in work related to an LPFM Radio application. These tools are useful during the government shutdown. They are not a replacement for the correct tools and data should be validated prior to filing once the government opens back up.
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Federal Government Shutdown & the Low Power FM Radio Filing Window
Clearly this makes it impossible for anyone to properly prepare an LPFM radio application. The Commission cannot reasonably expect the public to prepare, coordinate, secure and file a complete application within the two week period beginning October 15th, should the shutdown end in a week or two. The Commission shut down today without a word…
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Link: Radio World: FCC Warns LPFM Applicants
Alan McCall posted a link to LPFM’s wall: FCC dismisses six applications – warns potential applicants to pay attention to details. (1 like, 14 comments)
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Link: http://vongel.com/
Leo James posted a link to LPFM’s wall: From the creator of Radiodaddy.com Professional Free & Low cost Voice Over Services Automated payment collection & delivery system Multiple ways for voiceover pro profits Community Training & InternshipsRequest Beta InvitationBeta Access By Inviation OnlyVongel.com is coming!
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Link: The New LPFM Radio Service – The LPFM Store
Leo Ashcraft posted a link to LPFM’s wall: One major change in the rules is the use of second adjacent waivers. These are available to those areas that don’t have any fully spaced channels. Keeping in mind that though a second adjacent might be available, they must be backed up by solid engineering studies that…
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The New LPFM Radio Service
One major change in the rules is the use of second adjacent waivers. These are available to those areas that don’t have any fully spaced channels. Keeping in mind that though a second adjacent might be available, they must be backed up by solid engineering studies that prove the calculated interference zone will not affect…
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Link: LPFM License Application Process – Frequently Asked Questions
Leo Ashcraft posted a link to LPFM’s wall: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will accept electronically filed low power FM (LPFM) license applications for new LPFM stations from October 15 – October 29, 2013. To help consumers with the filing process, here are answers to some commonly…
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LPFM License Application Process – Frequently Asked Questions
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will accept electronically filed low power FM (LPFM) license applications for new LPFM stations from October 15 – October 29, 2013. To help consumers with the filing process, here are answers to some commonly asked questions. Because these FAQs do not cover every aspect of the LPFM service, please make…
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Re: Circular Polarization
No that is good thinking. But if you intend to apply for an LPFM license, now is the time to be preparing for that. This is likely the last LPFM window as
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Re: Circular Polarization
Performance wise it is the same if not better. The Indonesian antenna is aluminium so its not as rugged as the PSI or Nicom antennas. But its muuuuch lighter
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Re: Circular Polarization
How does the indonesia antenna compare to the nicom or psi?? In a message dated 6/18/2013 3:06:48 P.M. Central Daylight Time, leo@… writes:
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Re: Circular Polarization
I have been reading this with interest as I run a Part 15 in an urban area with many tall buildings. Therefore, I would love to use a circularly polarized
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Link: Radio NonCommercial Nature of LPFM Radio Stations – Low Power FM Radio
Leo Ashcraft posted a link to LPFM’s wall: Questions about How you can make a living running an LPFM Radio Station? Questions about how underwriting messages work and whats allowed/prohibited? Read this article! (1 like)
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LPFM Underwriting and How to make a living with LPFM
Questions about How you can make a living running an LPFM Radio Station? Questions about how underwriting messages work and whats allowed/prohibited? Read
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Re: Circular Polarization
Never use a vertical antenna if range and penetration into buildings is important to you! A circularly polarized antenna of the Penetrator design is the only
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Re: Circular Polarization
if you have the money to spend get 2 circs, power divider, cables and the higher power 150w transmitter. yes it can be up to 2k more but will give you the best
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2013 LPFM Radio Filing Window Announced!
It’s official! Today the Federal Communications Commission announce the official dates that the LPFM filing window will be open! The Window will open on October 15th and will close on October 29th, 2013. So now what? With the window dates announced it is now time to begin preparing LPFM applications. There are several steps that…
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Re: Tree Mounted Antenna
Leaves contain water even if they are not physically wet on the outside. I knew a pirate in Boston that used a tree and it worked quite well after the cut all
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Re: nanobridge again
In Dallas (KKXT FM), I had both a DSL and internet connection to our transmitter. I used WorldCast gear (made in Ireland) with an auto change-over in case on
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Re: nanobridge again
With the NanoBridge you can create a private point to point data link. It has nothing to do with the internet. At the studio end of the link use a Barix
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Re: nanobridge again
We use the net for all remotes. i have stayed hooked up through verizon 4g to att dsl at studio for 12 hours straight. Our stream stays up 24/7 to the east
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Re: Tree Mounted Antenna
IMHO….bad idea and yes we have discussed and tried many ideas years ago during my wi-fi isp days. trees move much more than you think. the area around the
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Re: Tree Mounted Antenna
I agree with him. Have you considered a telephone pole? If you put it in a tree around foliage much of your 100 watts will be absorbed by the water in the
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Tree Mounted Antenna
We had planned to mount our antenna in what seemed to be an ideal tree, but my engineer is cautioning against it and suggesting that if we go ahead with it, we