Engineering
WEFT 90.1FM Increases Temporary Signal
After experiencing lightning and water damage to our 20-year old 10,000 watt transmitter due to the severe storms on May 30, WEFT was forced off the air for eight days. We then installed a 50-watt transmitter, allowing us to broadcast to a small portion of our audience for the next week. After that, as of Saturday, June 14, about 6:30PM, we installed another temporary transmitter to boost our power to just under 2000 watts, allowing us reach nearly half our coverage area.
We are still reviewing options on funding for a new transmitter. Listeners who cannot pick up the signal can tune into our webcast at by clicking on Listen Online! Updates on the station's progress will continue to posted here and on air.
We thank you for your patience and support! If you would like to contribute to the station, please click on the Donate Now button.
WEFT Is Back to Full Power!
WEFT is back to broadcasting to our full coverage area in East Central Illinois at 10,000 watts! We replaced our storm damaged 20 year old transmitter which was struck by lightning on May 30th. As of 4:40 PM, Wednesday, July 2, we have been operating with our new state of the art transmitter from Broadcast Electronics. This is a solid state unit which requires no tubes as we have used previously, and provides more ease of maintenance. We are excited about broadcasting a more clear and reliable signal to our listeners.
The price of the transmitter is $51,000. There are other associated costs for installation and materials. We will be raising funds to replace more aging equipment in order to enhance our on air sound even further. Stay tuned for more details.
We thank all our listeners for your patience and support in resolving this situation. Please pass the word on that WEFT is back to full power and full broadcast coverage, with a brand new transmitter. And, remind those outside our listening area to tune into our webcast.
If you would like to donate to our efforts, please click on the Donate Now button. Or contribute during our on air and on line Membership Drive Friday, August 1 - Thursday, August 14.
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Webgroup; Sun, Aug 31, 2008
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Building & Engineering Committees
The Building Committee organizes and implements repair and upgrades to the WEFT building and interior. The Engineering Committee assists the Chief Engineer with equipment maintenance, repair, design, and installation.
