Required Specifications

  • ADSL / Cable Internet connection. (>512Kb/s, 50-250ms ping)
  • download Flash Player (ver >= 10.0)
  • download Chrome (recommended), Safari or Firefox (ver >= 4.0)
  • Unblocked firewall access on TCP port 1935 to audio1.ransquawk.com

Test Your System

  • Upon clicking 'play' you should hear some test music play in a loop
  • If not, please use the contact form below

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Firewall Settings

Most home routers and firewalls should not have an issue, but corporate firewalls might block the audio service because it runs a unique port.

If you need to modify your firewall settings these are the IP/ ports/protocols you will need to open:

  • IP / Host: audio1.ransquawk.com
  • Port / Protocol: 1935, TCP

JavaScript

If JavaScript is not working, you will probably have a message at the top of this page informing you of this. This can be common in some corporate installations of Internet Explorer, where restrictive security settings may prevent scripts from running. You can ensure JavaScript works by following the instructions at the URL below:

http://support.microsoft.com/gp/howtoscript

Other FAQ

  • Do you support smart phones? (i.e. Blackberry, Nokia S60 etc)
    No, the website does not officially support smartphones
  • Do you offer a white labelling service?
    Yes, we do offer a white labelling service. Please contact us for further details.
  • I am behind a proxy service, will the audio still work?
    In most cases yes, however the audio may become delayed.
  • Why is the squawk not continuous?
    We only make 'squawks' when there is news to say, so when you hear us speak, you know it is important!
  • What is a squawk box?
    An audio based service, providing you with market moving news throughout the trading day.

Contact Us / Upgrade Account Subscription

If you have any questions or wish to change your subscription, feel free to contact us. Our representatives will get back to you within the next working day.