What's Special about the Specialists
Related Links   Printable Corporate Resume Founding and Notable Firsts	Specialists Since 1983 Who operates Information Radio Stations? Since our founding in 1983, we have worked hard to become the Nation’s premier provider of radio systems, signage and associated products and services designed to deliver important messages directly to the public. So why select the “Specialists?” Unlimited Support We promise to supply remote technical support for every solution we provide for you . . . for its entire useful life. The promise never expires. We are still providing support for systems purchased in the 1980s. Stability Information Station Specialists has been under the same ownership and operating with the same company name since its founding in 1983. Our contact information has not changed for more than 30 years. Universality Our systems and components are based on tried and true, open-market designs. We avoid "proprietary." This makes future upgrades and maintenance simple. Service We provide everything from do-it-yourself systems to "turnkey" solutions to station rentals. Your service selection includes FCC licensing, planning, installation, training, StreamCASTing, professional recording and even program management. Simplicity Purchases from Information Station Specialists are often justified as "sole source" or can be purchased through a buying cooperative, so competitive bidding is not often required to obtain our products. Uniqueness Many of our product offerings are exclusive, such as the TR.6000 Radio Transmitter – the only one on the market that features the full FCC-allowed 5000 Hz bandwidth. Specialized audio and power sources and unique antenna systems make packages from Information Station Specialists, well . . . special! Federal, State & Local Agencies  Public Safety Emergency Management Public Health Military Bases National & State Parks & Forests Historic Sites Hospitals Transportation Authorities  Airports & Port Authorities Departments of Transportation Turnpikes Border Protection, Ports of Entry Bridge Authorities Schools Universities Local School Districts Venues, Events & Destinations  Major Events Chambers and C&V Bureaus Golf Tournaments Arenas and Stadiums Customer Reviews “…Every interaction I have ever had with The Radio Source over several years has been professional, thorough, and prompt. ...ISS always showed interest and would spend the time with me for me to gain the information I needed. My expectations have certainly been met. Thank you.” George Emmett Radio Station Coordinator Louisville Police, CO "Thank you for making this a very smooth experience. You guys are top notch!" Rob Balbuena IT Specialist City of Saratoga, CA "There seems to be a pattern of great customer service with your company." Michael Borowiec Tech Consultant Public Health Region 2, MA "From the beginning of the transaction through the receipt and setup, great technical support...way over and above.” Robert Cohen OEM Director Maine Township , IL
	Trademarks: 2X Signal Booster, ALERT AM Emergency Advisory Radio System, AMReady Broadcast Components, ANXX AM Radio Antenna, AP.55 Digital Message Player, ENcast Emergency Notification Broadcast System, EventCAST Portable Information Radio Service, FAS.6000 Flashing Beacons & Controller, FASTrack Quick-Erect Sign, FlashCAST Internet Broadcast Service, Flashing ALERT Sign System, Free-Radiate On-Premise Radio Broadcast System, HearMoreInfo Internet Broadcasts, HPR.0990 High Performance Antenna, i A.M. Radio Transmitter, Information Station Specialists, InfoRadio Format, Information Station Classic, Information Station IP, Information Station USB, InfOSpot AM Radio Transmitter Station, InfOspot Drive-Thru AM Radio Station, IP.8 Digital Message Player, IP.76 Digital Message Player, ITS.6000 Highway Advisory Radio Network, Lowdown 630-Meter Band Amateur Radio Antenna, MGR.021 Digital Audio Management System, LIGHTNING LED Changeable Message Sign, NX8R Digital Message Player, PowerPlane Preassembled Groundplane, RadioSAFE Wide Area Emergency Broadcast System, RadioSTAT Portable Emergency Advisory Radio Station, RE 2.5 Range Extender Outdoor Antenna and Tuner, RESPONDER 1 Portable Highway Advisory Radio System, RoadRunnR Portable Highway Advisory Radio System, SSD.20 Severe Storm Detector, Signal Measurement Radio Receiver, Stealth Sign, StreamCAST Internet Broadcast Service, SS.3000 Free-Standing AM Radio Antenna System with Tower, SX.200 Wattmeter, Talking House AM Radio Transmitter, TH.5 InfOspot Transmitter, TR.6000 Transmitter Model HQ 5.0, TMS.020 Digital Audio Management System, TR.6000 Transmitter Model 15.73, VoiceStar Portable Highway Advisory Radio Station (with or without Changeable Message Sign), VP.9000 Vertical Profile Antenna Support and Grounding System. Information Radio Stations is a generic term synonymous with Travelers Information Stations (TIS), Highway Advisory Radio Stations (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, wateter, 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.