- 2022
- May
- 22
An EAS-1 Emergency Alert Decoder
My one “big” purchase from Dayton this year, this EAS (Emergency Alert System) decoder was designed for the broadcast industry. It listens to terrestrial radio for the SAME data burst that indicates some agency (such as NOAA) has issued an alert.
This device is capable of spitting out decoded text, audio, or other formats useful for the broadcast industry, but it also has serial outputs. I plan on using this device in conjunction with a Pi that listens on a serial port, and takes the decoded text and emails it to interested parties. It’s a bit overkill, but I like being able to do this myself and not rely on someone else’s connection.
What really makes this device unique is that it was made here in the USA, is still being made, and is made by a company that’s based right here in Ohio. It’s fully supported and all data is downloadable. As soon as I can get it programmed and get a few sources for it to listen to, it goes into service.
