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New platform operator applies for invitation to tender for second national DAB+ multiplex
29.04.2014 - GermanyStarting in 2015, a unique programme with high-quality offerings is due to bring a breath of fresh air to the German radio scene. For this purpose, the "Privates Radio Deutschland" (PRD) company is setting up an independent umbrella brand for various special interest channels that cover a variety of different interests and topics. The model used will be the successful development of special interest titles in the magazine market since the 1970s.
New radio station set to broadcast
28.04.2014 - United KingdomThe station, based in Kinning Park, Glasgow, will broadcast on DAB digital radio across the central belt and worldwide online. Eklipse will broadcast a mix of rolling Scottish sports news, talk and rock music.
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What are the options for radio in a digital age?
28.04.2014 - United KingdomI don't think you need to worry too much about FM radio being turned-off. It may never happen, unless the transmitters become unmaintainable.
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Digital Radio launches in Monaco
28.04.2014 - MonacoDAB radio is now live in Monaco. Read the article on the digital radio rollout in Monaco Matin.
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Danes Make Plans for DAB+ Switch
25.04.2014 - DenmarkThe Danish government has altered the timeline for the country’s transition from DAB to DAB+, shifting it to occur between 2016 and 2018, according to Radio.NL.
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France's RAJE Added to DAB+ Lineup for Paris, Marseille, and Nice
24.04.2014 - FranceToday, RAJE (a network of local radio stations in the southeast of France) was added to the DAB+ multiplex that covers Nantes and Saint-Nazaire, reports lalettre.pro. RAJE has two frequencies (90.3 and 102.5) that cover Avignon and Nimes.
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Upcoming Automotive DAB+ Workshop to be Held in Zurich
24.04.2014 - GermanyDigital Radio Germany and Switzerland’s MCDT will co-sponsor an automotive workshop for DAB+ on May the 13th, at the Zurich Marriott Hote
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2014 Audi A6 Ultra 2.0 TDI with DAB
24.04.2014 - United KingdomEvery A6 comes with leather seats, sat-nav, DAB radio and cruise control, which all help make it feel like a convincing premium package.
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New Ford Fiesta ST -3 with DAB as standard
24.04.2014 - United KingdomCalled the ST-3, it features a whole host of extra kit as standard, building on the ST-2’s specification to include keyless entry, automated lights and wipers, DAB radio with satellite navigation and an auto-dimming rear view mirror.
(AutoExpress) Read more
High End 2014: BR and FHG IIS present Digital Radio
24.04.2014 - GermanyAt this year's HIGH END event, BR together with Fraunhofer Institute will present on digital radio surround sound for music lovers and manufacturers of high quality hi-fi systems.
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