Paul McLane
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Nationwide EAS Test Numbers Improve
By Paul McLane published
Problems remain with outdated software and test performance in U.S. territories
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Broadcast Engineering Icon Richard Burden Dies at 92
By Paul McLane published
His legacy includes important work on FM stereo and the TIS system
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CPB Issues More Grants for Next-Generation Warning
By Paul McLane published
Stations in Michigan, Colorado and Alaska are among the recipients
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'Ashanti Alert' Code Advances at FCC
By Paul McLane published
The proposed code would support alerts for missing and endangered persons
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FM6 LPTV Rules Take Effect
By Paul McLane published
The 14 grandfathered “Franken FMs” must confirm parameters by Jan. 29
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NAB Pleased With FCC’s Fee Changes This Year
By Paul McLane published
Commission's revised methodology gives some relief to TV/radio stations
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FEMA Plans the Next National EAS Test
By Paul McLane published
A test date will be announced shortly
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FCC Issues Reminder About Foreign Investment Info
By Paul McLane published
Enforcement Bureau emphasizes risks to national security interests
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Jim Wulliman, Former SBE Leader, Dies at 98
By Paul McLane published
TV and radio engineer founded the society’s certification program
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RFS to Exit Broadcast Business (Except Cable)
By Paul McLane published
'This decision was a very difficult one,' CEO/President Monika Maurer told RFS customers
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FCC, Local Agencies to Test WEA Alerts in September
By Paul McLane published
Focus of alerts on Sept. 12 and 13 is on local performance
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NAB Pushes Back Hard on FCC Fee Increase
By Paul McLane last updated
Slams big tech companies that complain of a possible 'Wi-Fi tax'
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FCC Opens FM6 NPRM, Seeking 'Final Resolution'
By Paul McLane published
The commission wants to settle the Franken FM question once and for all
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EAS Rule Changes Take Effect
By Paul McLane published
SECCs now must meet and submit state plans annually
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BIA’s Expert Forecaster Mark Fratrik to Retire
By Paul McLane published
Nicole Ovadia will succeed him as head of forecasting
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FCC Will Consider Franken FMs in June
By Paul McLane published
It will consider a proposal to allow these broadcasters to continue their FM6 radio service
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Negative COVID Test or Proof of Vaxx Required at NAB Show
By Paul McLane published
Masks will be recommended, but not mandatory
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FCC's Foreign Sponsor ID Rule Is Now in Effect
By Paul McLane published
Commission says effective today, stations must comply with new rule
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Media Tech Firms Face ‘Bleak’ Components Outlook
By Paul McLane published
IABM says situation for suppliers has gotten worse in the past nine months