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Lenco DIR 200 internet DAB radio
07.09.2018 - Ireland![Ireland Ireland](/assets/flags/ie-951a3fab613e28c4a630e519c6d6b158.gif)
Tune in all over the world with the Lenco DIR-200 DAB+ Internet Radio with PLL FM Radio. When connected to the internet, the DIR-200 can receive radio stations and Podcasts from all over the world making it effortless to tune into something new, or simply tune into a favourite FM station with the PLL FM Radio. It is also compatible with a UPnP multimedia server.
(Irish Tech News) Read more
RANGER Spectrum Analysers include Advanced DAB+ measurements
06.09.2018 - United States![United States United States](/assets/flags/us-4b3de4d03b313e9894f068d2d9dac1a5.gif)
The new Advanced DAB option for RANGER Neo spectrum analyzers allows professional users to do DAB signal quality measurements and it includes many functions which are normally available in higher cost products only such as ETI recording, constellation diagram or echoes analysis.
(Promax Electronics) Read more
The last free spot in the digital radio multiplex of Kyiv was taken by the station Priamyi FM (Direct FM)
06.09.2018 - Ukraine![Ukraine Ukraine](/assets/flags/ua-4a4c153936464131714977c11db597f4.gif)
On September 6, the National Council summed up the results of the competition for radio broadcasting in the digital terrestrial multichannel network of the T-DAB standard in Kyiv. The winner was the radio station Priamyi FM (Direct FM) - the LLC Direct TV Channel, Kyiv.
This company was the only bidder.
The signal will be disseminated by two transmitters with power of 2.0 kW and 1.0 kW. The territory of coverage is Kyiv. The volume of the programme broadcasting is 24 hours per day. The requirements for the programme concept prohibit retransmission of programmes of other broadcasters.
According to the Director General of the LLC Direct TV channel Mrs Eugenia Zakharova, it will be informational, interactive radio, but not talk radio. The basic format will be live streams from the spots. There will be no music or entertainment on the radio station. 16 hours per day will be devoted to information about events, which will be rerun at night.
The company is ready to start broadcasting in 2-3 months.
We would like to recall that the sixth programme in the multichannel digital radio network was put up for competition by the National Council repeatedly after the winner of the previous competition (held on 29 March 2018) - First Digital radio station - failed to pay the full amount of the license fee on time.
(Nrada) Read more
Defection of Chris Evans to DAB station Virgin Radio reflects private broadcasting boom
06.09.2018 - United Kingdom![United Kingdom United Kingdom](/assets/flags/gb-1674fbf6dc097793ed59ab21f9925986.gif)
It may seem like professional suicide to leave a radio show that pulls in 9m listeners for one with a meagre 400,000. But that is precisely what Chris Evans, the country’s most famous broadcaster and former hellraiser, did on 3 September.
(The Economist) Read more
OBSERVA Multiplex Supervisor acquired by public broadcasters in four countries
06.09.2018 - Factum Radioscape - United Kingdom![United Kingdom United Kingdom](/assets/flags/gb-1674fbf6dc097793ed59ab21f9925986.gif)
Public broadcasters in Australia, Belgium, Switzerland the United Kingdom have have acquired the OBSERVA Multiplex Supervisor - a DAB monitoring device manufactured by Factum Radioscape. "As a multiplex manufacturer and operator, our team has a deep-rooted understanding of the vital components that contribute to a DAB transmission and where errors may occur," Factum Radioscape managing director Thomas Durkin said.
(Factum Radioscape) Read more
Polish broadcaster BCAST begins DAB+ testing in Warsaw
06.09.2018 - BCAST WorldDAB Member - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
Polish broadcaster has recently obtained permission to launch an experimental broadcast of digital radio in Warsaw, with testing expected to last one year. The broadcast is conducted on channel 10A (center frequency 209.936 MHz), with two antennas expected to pick up signals from local FM and interest radio stations. BCAST expects further tests to follow in the cities of Gdańsk and Wrocław, and is interested in taking part in the National Council of Radio Broadcasting and Television's (KRRiT) tender of three national and 34 urban DAB+ multiplexes.
(Business Insider) Read more
Research shows in-car voice control for radio is safer
06.09.2018 - United Kingdom![United Kingdom United Kingdom](/assets/flags/gb-1674fbf6dc097793ed59ab21f9925986.gif)
Adding voice control to a car radio makes it easier to use, and safer to operate while driving, according to new research out of the UK. Tests were conducted by Digital Radio UK and Radioplayer which show on average, drivers glanced away from the road twice to find a new station using voice control, compared to thirteen times when using a touchscreen radio alone, during a 30-minute on-road test.
(Radio Today Australia) Read more
A pilot of the local DAB+ multiplex in Warsaw has begun
05.09.2018 - BCAST WorldDAB Member - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
A local pilot multiplex digital radio in DAB + technology was launched in Warsaw. Ultimately, on MUX there will be local local broadcasters, including Radio Kolor or Muzo.fm and broadcasters nationwide: Radio Maryja, Radiojazz.fm. The BCAST broadcast operator is responsible for handling the transmission.
(Wirtualnewmedia) Read more
How much does DAB+ cost in Rhineland-Palatinate?
05.09.2018 - Germany![Germany Germany](/assets/flags/de-f019892c041af467039bbe73df453b05.gif)
What costs do private broadcasters have to expect if they want to distribute a program via DAB+ in Rhineland-Palatinate? A new study commissioned by the Bavarian Media Center (LMK) investigates the cost of DAB+ operation, forecasting projections, and also identifying where costs will arise. "With the study, we have created a sound and indispensable basis for entering into discussions with radio broadcasters about the implementation of a private DAB supply in Rhineland-Palatinate," said LMK Director Dr. med. Marc Jan Eumann.
(Radioszene) Read more
The Norwegian Public Roads Administration is building DAB facilities in many tunnels
05.09.2018 - Norway![Norway Norway](/assets/flags/no-3a912b38df26cd2185f34aabbddedc01.gif)
The Norwegian Road Administration Region has confirmed that DAB+ facilities will be built in 27 tunnels less than 500 meters, despite safety regulations stating that DAB+ is mandatory only for tunnels more than 500 meters long.
(abc nyheter) Read more