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-==== Technical Advice ====
+==== Technical Advice =====
-Rob Watson has developed a list of tips for creating a [[Safer Studio|safer studio]].
+=== Obit Procedure ===
-=== Radio TechCon ===
+We are compiling resources [[Obit Procedure|here]] on obit procedures.
+\\
-The [[https://www.radiotechcon.com|Radio TechCon]] team is offering the following help below:
+=== Is it Possible to Build a Pro Radio Studio for less than £1,000? ===
+The challenge was to keep this station on air during the pandemic by building a studio at home. But could it be done for less than £1,000? Watch [[https://youtu.be/vS-T5RxeDdY|here]].
-Radio is like a family, so the Radio TechCon team would like to offer our support to the wider audio and engineering community at this time.
-We have already written to the [[https://www.commedia.org.uk|Community Media Association]] and [[https://www.hbauk.com/|Hospital Broadcasting Association]], to offer our committee members’ services to stations who are in need of support to set up remote recording in order to stay on air.
+=== Coronavirus Tech Handbook ===
+The [[https://coronavirustechhandbook.com/|Coronavirus Tech Handbook]] is a crowdsourced library of tools, services and resources relating to COVID-19 response. It is a rapidly evolving resource with thousands of expert contributors.
-Radio TechCon’s Stephen Clarke has written [[https://www.radiotechcon.com/coronavirus-help-for-broadcast-engineers-working-in-radio/|a blog summarising different options for stations]] to stay on air - especially useful for smaller stations who might not have a technical team of their own.
+=== Free 200MB Data ===
+Fancy some free data? Order a [[https://www.three.co.uk/Free_SIM_MBB/Order|Data Reward SIM]] from 3 Mobile and enjoy 200MB of free data every month. Just what you need to stay online when there's no Wi-Fi.
-**Extra pairs of hands**
+\\
-We are also aware that stations may need help with extra staff, and freelancers might need extra work during these times.
+=== Proper Microphone Hygiene ===
-If you are freelance, please [[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftKFG6OtWfoeYpkTyBEiRZMeZ-sXemJK5DXpSaG9cMfVsD5g/viewform|complete this form to register your availability and skills]].
-If you are a station who needs extra resources, please check this [[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-dTwPbVTFMG2rv01_KEcm-ImIjv1V6BZQ_7wNahsLs8/edit?mc_cid=55bcb5ab6e&mc_eid=e8d23ecace#gid=405660987|list of people]] and contact them directly.
-Please share this resource with others!
+Much of the time, microphones are used in situations where germs can spread with ease. This can especially be the case in theatre and broadcast situations with many different users using mics held or placed close to the mouth. [[https://www.dpamicrophones.com/mic-university/proper-mic-hygiene|In all situations, cleaning your mics regularly is a good idea for everyone]].
+\\
-**Need extra help?**
-Feel free to post a question to the[[https://www.facebook.com/radiotechcon|Radio TechCon Facebook page]] so that other engineers can help you if you are stuck. Job offers are also welcome there!
+=== Safety and Security While Video Conferencing with Zoom ===
-You may also find the [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/ukbroadcastengineers/|UK TV/Radio Broadcast Engineers]]’ group on Facebook a useful resource for advice and support (not run by Radio TechCon but full of friendly folks).
+We have complied some advice on how to use the Zooom video conferencing platform more safely [[Zoom|here]].
+\\
+=== Remote Access ===
+Currently [[https://ultraviewer.net/en/|UltraViewer]] is completely free, whether you are a business or personal, you can use it without worrying about paying any fee. And there is a list of free remote access tools [[https://www.lifewire.com/free-remote-access-software-tools-2625161|here]].
+=== Keep your PC clock in sync ===
+Keep your PC clock in sync with [[http://www.thinkman.com/dimension4/|Dimension 4]]
+=== Safer Studio ===
+[[https://twitter.com/robwmedia|Rob Watson]] has developed a list of tips for creating a [[Safer Studios|safer studio]].
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-=== Safety and Security While Video Conferencing with Zoom ===
-We have complied some advice on how to use the Zooom vido conferencing platform more safely [[Zoom|here]].
+=== Introduction to Broadcast Engineering ===
+[[https://www.radiotechcon.com/|Radio TechCon]] is the UK Radio and audio industry's technical and engineering event. But what if you are new to broadcast engineering and want an overview of the basics? [[https://www.radiotechcon.com/introduction-to-broadcast-engineering/|This page]] is the place to start, with the virtual 'Radio Technology Masterclass - an introduction to broadcast engineering'.
+=== Tools in the Toolbox: Options for Remote Broadcasting ===
+This tutorial from the Grassroots Radio Conference 2020 is an overview of different software and strategies for remote broadcasting.  The topics include Zoom, Squadcast, Riverside.fm, Ringr, Zencastr, phone interviews, Cleanfeed, split-tracking, Dropbox, Splashtop, VPN, Rocket Broadcaster, and Radio Hijack.
+[[https://pacificanetwork.org/overview-of-resources/grassroots-radio-conference-2020/|Tools in the Toolbox: Options for Remote Broadcasting]]
+=== Remote Broadcasting Resources from Radio TechCon ===
+[[https://www.radiotechcon.com/|Radio TechCon]] has prepared some [[https://www.radiotechcon.com/coronavirus-help-for-broadcast-engineers-working-in-radio/|remote broadcasting resources for radio stations]].
+=== Technical Help from Radio TechCon ===
+The team from Radio TechCon is offering [[Technical Help|technical help]] to community radio stations.
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 **We will endeavour to keep these pages updated as and when guidance and information changes.**

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