Audio Adventures

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AREA "ON-AIR" RADIO BROADCAST STATIONS

AM

• LIST OF REDDING AREA AM STATIONS
• *WPOP220 530- Weaverville Shasta-Trinity Forest & River Info
• KVIP 540 (Christian Radio Station)
  
• KLXR 1230- (Standards)
  
• KMCA 1450 (Talk, News, Info)
  
• KQMS 1400 (News Talk)
  
• *CALTRANS- 1610 Weaverville- Road/WX and Local Info
• KNRO 1670 ( Sports)
  

• * Indicates LOW POWER AM STATION- Recorded INFO, VERY LIMITED RANGE
• Low Power AM Radio Broadcasting FAQ- Lots of Info
• LOW POWER AM RADIO STATION INFO-
• MORE LOW POWER AM IDEAS

• AM RADIO RECEPTION ARTICLE
• FM WEATHER BROADCAST-NOAA
• AM LOOP ANTENNA PROJECTS- More on TrinityCam Weather Page

FM

• Redding, CA. FM Radio Directory
  
• KFPR 88.9 / KCHO 91.7 Northstate Public Radio- Support NorthState Public Radio
• If you listen to NPR, BBC,etc try to listen to something Conservative too...
• KEWB 94.7 "Power 94"
• KALF 95.7 "95.7 KALF, Today's Best Country" (Country)
  
• KNCQ 97.3 "Q97"-Country
• KVIP Christian Radio - FM 98.1
  
• KNNN 99.3 "Mix 99.3" (Top 40)
  
• KWCA 101.1 - Weaverville KWCA- Rock & Oldies "Rock of The Trinity Alps"
  
• KHRD 103.1 - Weaverville
  
• KSHA 104.3 "K-Shasta" (Soft Rock)
  
• KRDG 105.3 "Oldies 105.3" (Oldies but Goodies)
  
• KRRX 106.1 "106X" (Classic Rock)
  
• KESR 107.1

• LOW POWER FM BROADCASTER INFO- AM TOO
• LOW POWER FM RADIO- Prometheus Project-

SEARCH FOR BROADCAST STATIONS IN THE AREA

RADIO BROADCASTING INFO

• Radio Intel- Great Information Source!
• SEARCH FOR BROADCAST STATIONS IN THE AREA- Radio & TV
• More Links Soon!

HD Digital Broadcasting - AM-FM

• HD RADIO- ibiquity.com- Map to show market penetration.
• STORY from Economist.com- RE: HD Digital Broadcasting-
• More links later!

SHORT WAVE BROADCASTING

• Radio Intel- Great Information Source!
• North American Short Wave Association- Dedicated to SWLing
• OPEN DIRECTORY- SHORT WAVE LISTENING & DX
• SWL INFO- Tom Sundstrom- Lots of Stuff!
• LISTINGS AND LINKS SOON!
• The Webmaster started listening to Short Wave in the 1960s and now talks all around the world, ships at sea, aircraft in flight, and to the International Space Station as an Amateur Radio Operator.....give it a try. Listen to newscasts from other countries about world events, hear socker matches, and amazing things from other countries and cultures.
• DX WORLD- SWL-AM - etc
• Halicrafters Radio Mfg World of Short Wave Listening Recording- Alex Dreier

AM Broadcast Reception

ImprovedAM Radio Reception in Rural Areas

PURCHASE A GOOD QUALITY Sensitive AM RECEIVER!

• General Electric "Super Radio", AM & FM, large speaker, antenna terminals on rear, two stages of RF amplification on AM, sensitive FM recever too. Built in AC power supply, and uses "D" batteries (use alkaline only, and DO NOT store in radio if not used for a few days to a week..remove all batteries).
• The "G.E. Super RAdio" is sometimes discounted on the internet for as little as $39.95, plus shipping. (Usually $59.95 or so MSRP).
• Check the Camera/Small Appliance/ Electronics Department of Long's Drug Stores, they usually keep the GE "Super Radio" in stock at prices from $59 to $79.00.- Thanks Longs Drug Stores!
• Universal Radio- (800) 431-3939- Very Reliable Business, Good Value, Webmaster Has dealt with them over 30 years.
• C. CRANE WEBSITE-(800) 522-8863- Fortuna, California- AM, FM, SW, TV Radios, Antennas, Boosters,Scanners, etc.
• Ham Radio Outlet- (800) 854-6046- Western US Locations
• Amateur Electronic Supply- (800)634-6227 (Las Vegas,NV)

CCRadio-Plus Portable is excellent radio
Has many special features for reception of weak signals. WARNING- price and claims of performance are not always true indicators. You can TRUST The above listed companies. They will send you a free catalog, or view their Online catalog, Universal Radio, AES, CCrane, Ham Radio Outlet are all reputable companies. I have traded with all for many years.- Webmaster

ARTICLE SOON...
Listing Redding, Eureka and other Area AM Broadcast Stations that are usually audible in Trinity during the day along with other useful information. Presently, on AM: 650khz, 810khz, 1400khz, 1530khz are audible in Weaverville Area.

There will also be information posted when availiable about various informational broadcasts that may be broadcast at a certain number of minutes past the hour on frequencies a common "Scanner" type radio can be programmed to, and other cooperative ventures with Area Public Safety, Ham Radio and Public Broadcasters during emergencies.

EXTERNAL ANTENNA- If your AM or FM radio has an external antenna connection, a well engineered outside wire antenna or portable LOOP ANTENNA antenna will definitely help. There are loop antennas that do not require an external antenna connetion, but only placement near the radio itself. A good inside loop antenna may be actually better than some outside antennas in some cases.. The C.Crane Company Website has information on AM Antennas and Reception. I depends where you live, or if your home has metal walls, if you live in mountains or a big city, etc.

AM LOOP ANTENNA PROJECTS-
Boost your Reception at a fraction of the cost of a commercial AM Loop Antenna. NO EXTERNAL CONNECTION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ANTENNA PROJECT.

AM RADIO RECEPTION AND RESOURCES
,Antennas, Books, Parts,Clubs,etc.

CARPET LOOP- Interesting Project LOOP ANTENNA PROJECTS FOR AM RADIO

LOOP ANTENNA PROJECT LINKS

SOURCE FOR INEXPENSIVE QUALITY COMPONENTS (coming soon!)

• #1 VARIABLE CAPACITORS - 365mmfd variable, full size w/1/4" shaft-
• #2 SOURCE- FOR CHASSIS BOXES FOR LOOP PROJECTS,KNOBS, CONNECTORS-
• #3 SOURCE- Wire for Loop Projects- DCC , Enamel, ribbon wire, etc.
• #4 GOOD DIAGRAMS with PHOTOS of Loop Projects.

OLDER SELECTIVE-SENSITIVE AM RADIOS

• Some portable radios from the 60's and 70s, "TRF type", with an extra stage of RF pre-amplification are still very good- A 3 section tuning condenser on an AM radio is good indicator.)
• 1960s...SONY model TR-6400 great old radio! (Webmaster uses one of these..)
• GE Large AM "portable" radios from '60s with CONALRAD emblem good
• Zenith Transoceanic Series...both OLD(tube type) and NEW (transistor) pretty good AM Radios There are lots of good old radios still out there....

FM ANTENNA
Some TV antennas will work (FM band is between CH 6 and CH7), or the Radio Shack Stores sell outside antennas and cable. Check to see what kind of connector is required to attach your antenna to the radio. Some "Rabbit Ears" and inside amplified TV/FM antennas will work too. Be aware that some antennas are "Directional", favoring some directions for better reception.

HOME and PERSONAL EMERGENCY SUPPLIES-
List of suggested items for Home & Vehicle Remember to keep SPARE Alkaline or Lithium BATTERIES for your radios and flashlights! Do leave your batteries in the radios for extended times. Consider removing atleast one battery, or putting them in a plastic bag along with an earphone, pencil & paper.. Keep a spare bulb for your flashlights too. Earphones, headphones and audio adaptors for quiet listening.

OLD TIME RADIO

Northstate Old Time Radio Shows

• KQMS- Redding, Calfiorina- 1400 khz- SATURDAYS 7PM to MIDNIGHT
• Send your listings of other Northstate Shows (SF Bay Area North Only)

• SUPER DOOPER OLD TIME RADIO LINKS & MORE!- Check it out!
• KAZWEB COM- USA, International, Old Tyme Radio, etc.
• The Shaddow Radio Theatre- Mystery Series
• WAYBACK NET- Old Time Radio Shows to download
• OLS TIME RADIO SHOWS- Shows and Links
• RadioSpirits RADIO DRAMAS- Free Listening Samples
• Mediabay- OLD TIME RADIO Broadcast Programs for Sale
• Audio Books- Story read to you from your cassette or CD player
• Yesterday USA- Listen online to Old Radio Programs
• Wayback Old Time Radio- OTR Website
• Graymatter's Old Time Radio Streaming Links Website- OTR Programs
• K-EPRF RADIO- LINKS and Streaming Radio Programs
• LINKS TO OLD TIME RADIO PROGRAM WEBSITES- Good Luck
• RADIO NEWS- Lots of Good Stuff!
• Vince's Old Tyme Radio Page- Lots of Links, including downloads.

AREA TV BROADCASTERS & SATELLITE TV

TV BROADCASTING- AREA, NEWORK & SATELLITE -CLICK HERE

LONG DISTANCE TV-FM RECEPTION-DUCTING- Amazing!

HOW RADIO WORKS- All Kinds

Low Power Broadcasting, Pirate Radio & Micro-Broadcasting- AM & FM

• www.hobbybroadcaster.net-
• Wikipedia Low Power Broadcasting- AM-FM
• LOW POWER RADIO- FAQ- Hobby Broadcasting- AM-FM-Online
• About..Pirate Radio- Lots of Info
• Low Power AM Broadcasting- INFO and LINKS
• Part 15 Information- Part15.us
• Part 15 Station List- Lowfer thru SW
• Pirate Radio Info-

Community Low Power AM-FM Radio Station Projects

• www.hobbybroadcaster.net-
• Prometheus Project- Low Power Radio INFO
• Benton Foundation- INFO about AM-FM-INTERNET,etc.
• WILW- Low Power AM RADIO-
• National Federation of Community Broadcasters- More info re: LPFM,etc.
• Sample AM Station- Boston,MA Area
• SF Bay Area LP FM Station Article- Marin

AM-FM Equipment and Projects

• C.Crane RADIO PRODUCTS- Great to Deal With!
• Universal Radio- Great Company!
• Toy AM Radio Station- Info & Links
• Ramsey Electronics- Electronic Projects
• North Country Radio- Misc. Equipment
• Low Power AM License Free- Podcasters
• Radio Schematics- Hobby & Ham Radio
• AM LOOP ANTENNA PROJECTS- Good!
• AM Low Power Transmitter- do it yourself project and INFO
• RADIO SOURCE- INFO on LP AM
• AM LOW POWER TRANSMITTERS- Community Broadcast
• RADIO LABS- Sale of Radio Products
• RADIO EQUIPMENT SALES- Not Cheap! No Toys
• SOURCE FOR INEXPENSIVE QUALITY #1 VARIABLE CAPACITORS #2 SOURCE- FOR LOOP PROJECTS.
• Ocean State Electronics- Lots of Parts
• Tubes and More (parts)- Antique Radio Supply
• Radio Daze- Tubes and Parts

• Low Cost Wireless AM-FM Broadcasters
  • MP3 FM Broadcaster- $29-Amazon dot com
  • Hobbytron LP FM Transmitters- from $20
• More information on low power FM, AM and TV broadcasting soon!

LOWFER BEACON RADIO

• Very interesting Experimenting.. License Free!
• LOWFER BROADCASTING INFO- LINKS and INFO
• Lowfer Radio Station Example-LINKS and INFO
• LCWA Long Wave Club of America- Lots of INFO
• LOWFER BEACON CT- Experimenter
• AM BCB MEDFER BEACAON- Radio Experimentation
• TRANSMITTER RANGE COMPUTER-

INTERNET BROADCASTING ONLINE

• Online Broadcasting INFO-
• Live 365- Internet Broadcasting

BROADCAST RADIO LINKS

• NEWS JUNKIE.COM- LOTS OF NEWS LINKS!
• Radio Intel- Great Information Source!
• More Links Soon! E-Mail your favorites!

SCANNER RADIO

• Greg's Top 20 Plus Trinity County Scanner Frequencies List
• TRINITY COUNTY SCANNER RADIO FREQUENCIES- Courtesy of the Trinity County Amateur Radio Club Website
• KF6KDD's NORTHSTATE SCANNER & HAM RADIO PAGE- Northstate Counties and More!
• HUMBOLDT COUNTY SCANNER INFO- Harry Marnell.COM
• NorthState SCANNER Frequencies- Select County,etc. - not best for Trinty County!
• TWO WAY RADIO INFO- Licensing, Reference, FRS, MURS, GMRS,etc
• Coming Soon...Articles: Outside Antenna Page, Monitor Tips, Radio Sources.
• Listen to your Scanner during Fires,Weather Emergencies, and Other Events- Don't forget the Ham Radio Repeaters for LOCAL emergency info during fires, weather emergencies,etc.
• Trinity County Amateur Radio Club Website- lots of info
• Federal Communications Commission- FCC
• California Historical Radio Society
• Radio Intel- Great Information Source!

Audio Files

AUDIO FILES- WAV, MIDI, MP3

• American Memory(Congr.Libr)- Audio, Video, Maps and Photos
• THE MOVIE SOUNDS PAGE- Big Selection
• TOP 125 MIDI SITES- Lots of Audio Files
• THE DAILY .WAV- WAV Files & LINKS
• J-Bob's MIDI Files- Christian other files
• MIDI and Website Construction Files- Lots of useful files
• HAWAIIAN MIDI FILES- Other interesting Hawaiian LINKS too!
• MIDI INDEX PAGE- Linkis to lots of MIDI websites..
• Seadance Music Site- Lots of Music by Catagory
• Casa Blanca- Bogart "You played it for her.."
• Casa Blanca- Theme "As Time Goes By."
• CHRISMAS MUSIC- Music To Browse By
• POPULAR MUSIC- Music To Browse By

• Real Audio & Video- Free Basic Viewer(win98+) and Premium player.

Original TrinityCam SPACE STATION STORIES with PICTURES & AUDIO

• The Trinity INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION Connection!- Weaverville to 250 miles up!
• MESSAGE TO TRINITY BOY SCOUTS FROM SPACE -- Space Station Commander's Invitation
• Deep Creek Elementary School Speaks to ISS- From Gresham, Oregon
• Real Audio- July 8th Space Station Ham Radio Contact- Cmdr.Valery Korzun- 4 minutes
• Space Station Alpha- ISS Ham Radio Contacts- Listen In!
• The Trinity County Amateur Radio Club- It's Easy to Get A Ham Radio License Now!
• 4th of July Greetings Exchanged- Astronaut Ed Liu has Visited Weaverville!

This Month's AUDIO FEATURE

Ham Radio Conversation from Weaverville to the International Space Station- During the International Boy Scout Jamboree. Ham Radio Club - PHOTO STORY about the Boy Scout "Jamboree on the Air" contact

MORE Ham Radio Space Conversations from Weaverville and Beyond!- Amateur Radio is not just Dots and Dashes anymore!..infact they are removing the morse code requirement for initial licensing now!.

Comdr. Frank Culbertson, USN Ret.-Expedition Crew 3

LINKS to other TrinityCam AUDIO-VISUAL Pages

AREA & NETWORK TV BROADCASTING - ONLINE VIDEO-VIDEO RENTAL

LINK to VIDEO Presentations

LINK TO PHOTO SLIDE SHOWS

LINK TO MOVIES & ENTERTAINMENT

LINK TO PHOTOS & DIGITAL IMAGES

ELVIS LIVES!

CONTACT the WEBMASTER

Last Updated: September 10, 2008

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