Digital Radio Update – May 19, 2010
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM, By Mark Krieger
Brazil weighs digital radio, Australia sets DAB+ rollout, Digital Radio UK increases listening, DAB+ in Germany moves forward, the FCC guides HD Radio power increase, and Sanyo, LG offer new receivers.
News
Brazil Submits Data to ITU as it Weighs Digital Radio Standards
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM, By Mark Krieger
Tests in Sao Paolo and Belo Horizonte could determine what type of digital radio technology is best suited for Brazil.
Australian DAB+ Set for First Regional Rollout
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM, By Mark Krieger
The nation’s first regional multiplex is on track to turn up in early July 2010.
Business
Digital Radio UK Claims “Milestone” in Digital Listening — Critics Disagree
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM, By Mark Krieger
Among the big winners is the BBC’s Radio 6 and Absolute radio.
National DAB+ Service Inches Forward in Germany
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM, By Mark Krieger
Six broadcast groups are said to have tendered bids for inclusion on a national multiplex.
IBOC Across America
IBOC by State: Nebraska (May 2010)
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM
There are 14 stations in the Cornhusker State broadcasting 19 HD Radio channels.
Eye on IBOC
FCC Offers Guidelines on Making HD Radio Power Increase
May 19, 2010 11:05 AM
For FM stations to increase their digital power they must notify the FCC. An FCC notice provides the details on what stations must do.
Products
Sanyo, LG Plan to have DAB+ Receivers Ready for Australia Rollout
May 19, 2010 11:00 AM, By Mark Krieger
Sanyo is introducing three DAB+ capable systems, while LG will launch its own micro system.
Digital Radio Update – May 5, 2010
Digital radio promo shot down in Britain, DRM+ symposium slated for May 27, WorldSpace deal may be lost, FM HDs hope to crank up the volume Monday and Sirius XM launches Android app….
