World Space Receivers

 

An excellent companion to the Wantok studio console is the WorldSpace Receiver. The new WorldSpace receiver is a compact, low power consumption unit that provides a real advantage to community users.  On the new Wantok console space is being allocated on top where it is conveniently accessible. On older models of Wantok console the receiver will sit conveniently by the mixer, easily accessible to the operator. All Wantok consoles are already modified to supply DC voltage right from the console to operate both new and older models of WorldSpace data and audio equipment.

 

 

Specifications, pictures and prices are available on the manufacturers web site  http://www.tongshi.com/download/tssoft/Tongshi_DAMB-R_WorldSpace_Radio(brife_introduction).pdf   or at Wantokent.com. in "HTM" format. Music and entertainment programming is available via this receiver from WorldSpace Corporation www.worldspace.com on a subscription basis, while education and social development information in available without subscription in both Africa and Asia via a non-profit organization called First Voice International www.firstvoiceint.org.

 

The WorldSpace receiver can be a great asset to any small community radio station. It can augment programming in many languages, provide an audio window on the world to any remote location, and be a source of both entertainment and educational programming.  It is possible for a station to get licensed to rebroadcast any educational information by contacting Aaron Sundsmo at First Voice International at asundsmo@firstvoiceint.org.

 

Wantok Enterprises Ltd. is prepared to assist in the procurement of the equipment and of the desired subscriptions as an option when purchasing the SBS-1 system. It will be offered as one of our options at cost plus shipping when your selection has been made.