RadioBanter - The UK, Germany, Canada

On Feb 5, 6:22 am, IBOCcrock wrote:
"Digital Radio Downunder"

"MACQUARIE Radio Network said yesterday that years of delays had
killed the future of digital radio, which was being overtaken by
broadband services, third-generation mobiles and digital devices such
as iPods..."

http://lists.radiolists.net/pipermai...ch/028726.html

"Germany flicks off-switch on DAB"

"Part of the problem is that analogue FM never went away and most
people didn't seem to care for the clear digital-quality sound, and
were left nonplussed by such benefits as easy tuning and message
displays with song names and titles. DAB is struggling almost
everywhere in Europe."

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/01...tches_dab_off/

"Report: Future Of U.K. Digital Radio May Be Bleak"

"LONDON -- January 30, 2008: A report from Enders Analysis found that
digital audio broadcasting, or DAB, is in trouble due to the high cost
of transmission and slow revenue growth, U.K. newspaper the Guardian
reports."

http://www.radioink.com/HeadlineEntr...&pt=todaysnews

"Digital Radio in Canada"

"The Commission is very concerned about the stalled DRB transition.
Roughly 15 of the 76 authorized stations (including the digital-only
operation in Toronto) are not on the air. Some stations that once
operated have since ceased operations. Few recievers have been sold,
and there is no interest in expanding DRB service beyond the six
cities where it exists."

http://americanbandscan.blogspot.com...adio-in-canada....

"Will consumers be required to replace their AM and FM receivers?"

Digital radio is not being introduced as a replacement for analog
radio. As such, there is no immediate requirement for listeners to
replace their existing reception equipment. Analog radio will continue
to play a vital role in the provision of radio services for a
considerable period.

However, consumers seeking access to the new digital services
commencing from 2009 will need to purchase new equipment as most AM
and FM radio sets are not designed to the receive digital radio
services.

While digital radio will be transmitted in Australia using the DAB
technology the Government has not sought to mandate a specific DAB
standard. This is in line with the Government's preference for
standard setting to be driven by industry.

However, it will be important to ensure that any impact on consumers
of the transition to new types of services and equipment is minimised.
Accordingly, the legislation provides the Australian Communications
and Media Authority with powers to determine standards for digital
radio, should this be necessary.

http://www.dbcde.gov.au/media_broadc... _fm_receivers

You stupid cluck, D. Peter Maus - digital radio is failing everywhere,
whether there are mandates, threats to that affect, or not!