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Why should I buy a Digital Radio when I am getting good reception on my current analogue radio?
There are a number of new digital only stations now available which you cannot receive via your analogue (AM/FM) radio.
You’ll also miss out on the benefits of text and data services and, not forgetting, the exceptional sound quality and ease of tuning.
How is Digital Radio transmitted?
Digital Radio is transmitted as a continuous stream of binary digital code, which are then decoded by Digital Radio receivers as either audio or data services. It’s broadcast in the form of multiplexes which is a block of frequencies containing radio and data services. Using digital technology, more services can be carried within these blocks so there's room for more stations.
Do you have to pay subscription charges for Digital Radio?
No. Once you've bought a new DAB Digital Radio, all the stations are entirely free.
Can I still listen to my favourite analogue stations?
You’ll be able to receive most of your local favourite radio stations.
Can I get Digital Radio everywhere in the UK?
Not yet. Commercial radio covers over 85% of the population and BBC services are available to 65%. This will rise to 85% over the next few years.
At present, more than 40 million people are currently within range of DAB Digital Radio.
What sort of aerial do I need?
Portable Digital Radios usually have either have a standard telescopic aerial, or sometimes the aerial is built-in to the headphones. A Digital Radio hi-fi tuner will come with an aerial.
The aerial supplied should be fine unless you’re in a steel framed building. If that is the case, you may need an external aerial. You can find a qualified aerial installer in your local Yellow Pages.
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