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America's best-known source for Information Radio Systems and related products and services. 
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Breaking News!
Car Radio 
Call to Action!
The National Association of Broadcasters has devised a quick-and-easy way for you to voice support for  the new "AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act" that would require manufacturers to keep AM radio in cars (at no additional cost to users) to ensure that Americans can hear emergency alerts -- just as carmakers are required to include safety belts. Time is of the essence, so visit 'Act Now' to add your name to list of those who support the legislation! Your voice matters. Please join the effort and share this info within your sphere of influence. See also this excellent summary published by Inside Radio.

UPDATE: On May 23, one major automaker reversed course and announced that AM Radio will remain in their vehicles but did not say for how long. Other carmakers have not turned this corner yet. That is why NAB president / CEO LeGeyt today reminded Congress that the legislation continues to be required, stating, “Broadcasters will continue to support this major legislation to ensure consumer access to AM Radio in all vehicles."
In The Source for May . . .
Safety Takes a Backseat
The National Association of Broadcasters has launched a petition drive to ask Congress to prevent automakers from removing AM receivers from future automobiles. Why would car makers that we’ve supported propose to endanger the US population with such a move?
Remote Parks Relying on Radio
What’s an “information desert?” In remote park & historic site locations with no cellular service, radio plays a key safety role.
A Brand New Band
With the wave length of this new HAM Radio band nearly a half-mile in length, no wonder amateur radio afficionados struggle to set up a 630-meter antenna in their backyards! Read about a new antenna solution. 
 
Fireman Erik Olson

Fixed-Location Information Radio Stations

Licensed, 10-watt radio stations used by government agencies in emergencies, for visitor information and travel-related services. Noncommercial voice content. Wrap-around services: licensing, installation, training and message recording.
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RadioSAFE Wide Area Emergency Radio Broadcast Systems

Enhanced signal coverage that can be critical in public emergencies. These systems utilize the HPR.0990 High Efficiency Antenna from a fixed location, and with special FCC authority, can blanket more square miles than conventional information radio stations.

Hand-Portable Information Radio Stations

Information radio stations that operate from fixed locations or can easily be deployed if needed in the field. Both licensed and license-free versions are available.
VoiceStar 

Trailer-Mounted Information Radio Stations

Information radio stations on wheels. Available with or without changeable message signs. Solar/AC powered for extended runtime with wireless message management. VoiceStar may operate fixed when not in the field.

License-Free Radio Stations

Customizable, license-free stations that anyone can use, including agencies, nonprofits, individuals and educational entities. May include music and commercial content.
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EventCAST Rental Radio Stations

Rentable stations for events, emergencies, signal testing or while permanent stations are being installed. Services can include licensing, onsite setup and message recording.

Advisory Signs 

Advisory Signage

An array of sign solutions to announce the presence of a radio signal or to convey virtually any information to the public.
 AMReady 

AMReady Broadcast Components

Products and services to help keep licensed AM radio broadcast stations on the air during emergencies. Quick-deploy antennas, accessories, groundplanes, transmitters, custom kits and rental equipment.
 The Lowdown 

The Lowdown 630 Meter Antenna for Amateur Radio

An antenna that offers amateur radio enthusiasts a convenient way to communicate on 630 meters.

Severe Storm Detector

Personal Safety Device

For public safety agencies: the Severe Storm Detector is a NASA-proven device that monitors the atmosphere directly for violent weather, issuing an early warning before it approaches. Siren/strobe triggers when tornados and severe storms are detected.
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Information Radio Station is a generic term synonymous with Travelers Information Station (TIS), Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) / Highway Information Systems & Low Power Radio Stations (LPR). Operation of the stations is governed by FCC Part 90.242 Rules. A FCC license is required. Information Radio Stations may be fixed or portable. Subcomponents may include transmitter, antenna and ground system, digital voice player, wattmeter, cabinet with conventional or Corbin locks, lightning arrestors for RF, power and telephone lines, coaxial cable. Most stations employ black maximized antennas to discourage ice accumulation and security measures to prevent unauthorized program access. Options include synchronization, battery backup, solar power, remote programming by local, network or telco, multi-station audio distribution via RF or LAN / WAN or wireless network.