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Italy to vote on going fully digital from 2020

23.11.2017 - Italy

From 2020, all available radios will have to "integrate at least one interface that allows the user to receive digital radio services." With the proposal, it is also time for dealers to run out of stocks of old devices that only receive AM-FM frequencies.

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New DAB station hits Glasgow

23.11.2017 - United Kingdom

Rock Sport hopes to garner millions of listeners across the Central Belt with a fusion of sports and heavy music when it launches on November 30 on DAB.

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EBU updates R138 based on DAB+ progress across Europe

23.11.2017 - United Kingdom

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has updated Recommendation 138 (R138), to advise that, wherever possible, DAB+ be used for new services.

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Swiss study shows music listening habits switching to digital

23.11.2017 - Switzerland

"Music consumption is expected to increase significantly, also because more and more people are listening via smartphone. Therefore, it can be assumed that the future of radio will be digital, "says Nicolas Perrenoud, CEO of Quickline Group.

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Boutterin: I am favourable about Digital Terrestrial Radio in France

23.11.2017 - France

"I have always advocated an inclusive system, to allow Radio France and large commercial groups to gain stability and visibility.Their commitment to the RNT conditions the success of this technological change."

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Croatia gets new DAB+ Mux network

22.11.2017 - Croatia

A test of a new DAB multiplex transmitter network started on Nov. 20 in Croatia. At least four transmitters are operating in Sljeme, Ivanščica, Mirkovica and Učka.

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Aldena Adds to Antenna Line for DAB+ Compatability

22.11.2017 - United Kingdom

Italian-firm Aldena has added to its range of ADC wideband VHF Band III antennas with the new ADC0x04110, which the company says is particularly suited for DAB+ applications.

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US +Audio brand makes UK debut with featured packed vinyl all-in-one music system

22.11.2017 - United Kingdom

Henley Audio has launched the new US Audio brand in the UK, with an all-in-one, Bluetooth-equipped record playing music system and premium DAB radio offering.

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Soultrain Radio plans DAB service in Bristol

21.11.2017 - United Kingdom

Soultrain Radio is the latest station to announce plans to launch on a local DAB digital radio multiplex. The new soul service will be broadcasting to the Bristol area.

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