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Radio1 in the Netherlands has started experimenting with images and text via DAB+ showing information such as special as news headlines, weather and traffic now available.

Other key features include a DAB receiver, EU navigation with 3-D content that includes even buildings and landmarks, and an enhanced Digital Terrain Model. Thanks to the Connected Media Center (CMC) the system shows no weaknesses when it comes to playing different media either as it comes with both a USB and an AUX port, as well as an SD card slot.

African audiovisual specialists emphasized yesterday in Algiers, the importance of adopting a common and effective strategy for the generalization of digital (digital terrestrial television-DTT and DAB radio) throughout African countries by 2015.

Frontier Silicon announced the launch of AUTODAB 2.0, a new DAB/DAB radio solution for automotive aftermarket applications.

Factum will at IBC 2013 and will be exhibiting Digital Radio in the cloud at their stand in Hall 8 Stand D90D.

During the Internationals Funk Ausstellung (IFA) in Berlin on Tuesday announced the sales of DAB+ receivers in Germany. Research by TNS shows that two years after the launch of DAB+ receivers are already 2.7 million in circulation. It is also expected that this year the milestone of three million receivers sold will be reached.

VAD (Dresden, Germany) are displaying their new MESURA ETI Monitor at IBC 2013. MESURA provides continuous supervision of DAB/DAB+ multiplexes before or after transmission. Options include ensemble monitoring; logging; analysis; recording; replaying and service viewing. Designed for broadcasters and network operators, MESURA provides evidence of output to a distribution network or on-air transmission, with live monitoring, logging and off-line analysis of a complete DAB/DAB+ multiplex.

VDL are an international Group of companies that delivers broadcasting technologies for Radio, Mobile TV and Network Providers. The Group is in the unique position to offer innovative solutions to its customers as both an experienced broadcaster and an equipment manufacturer. During IBC they will be displaying their latest DAB/ DAB+ products.

Italian public broadcaster RAI has its own DAB network covering Rome and environs, according to Radio.NL. Previously, it shared transmission facilities with Club DAB on channel 12C. There are three DAB networks in Italy: Euro DAB, Club DAB, and now RAI DAB. Around Rome the RAI stations are available on channel 12B (225.648MHz).

The Italian public broadcaster RAI now has its own DAB network available in Rome. Until recently notified the broadcaster with a multiplex Club DAB multiplex operator for commercial radio stations. The radio stations of RAI in the capital now 12B, while Club DAB continues to broadcast on channel 12C.