DAB digital radio or ‘Digital Audio broadcasting’ has been broadcasting since 1995. In the time that has
now passed, DAB has become one of the household must haves; providing people with robust, crystal clear radio
broadcasts, with none of the hiss that can spoil a analogue broadcast, all from one exceptionally box.
The service provides you with a greater choice of stations to choose from, meaning that there should be
something to suit everyone's tastes.
DAB advantages
As you will of just read, DAB gives you a greater choice of stations, which means you should have no
trouble in finding a station that suits your music tastes perfectly.
How does DAB work?
DAB Radio has simply utilised technological formats which allow you to convert analogue music or speech
signal in to a digital format. this is then transmitted to your DAB Radio, with the bonus, that it is much
less likely to to be effected by things, such as, adverse weather conditions, giving you fantastic
reception of your favourite shows. This differs from the more traditional FM signal which can suffer from
interference by the signal bouncing off buildings etc. Digital Radio is able to filter out such problems.
The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
The EPG allows you to tune to the station you are searching for by viewing the stations name, on the
small LCD screen, rather than forcing you to search for the best frequency reception. Through this service
you will also be able to see information about the show you’re listening to; not to mention telling you the
song which is playing, meaning no more ‘Iike this song, but who is it?’ questions.
Depending on which DAB Radio you choose, you may also be able to see, up to 7 days worth of scheduling
for certain shows.
What channels do I receive?
There are many channels available through digital. You, will of, course receive all national channels,
such as BBC radio 1 etc, but you may also be able to get some local stations depending on what area you are
in. For full listings of all the digital
stations available throughout the country, click here.
OK, but how do I receive Digital?
To receive Digital Radio you will have purchase a Digital Radio. These can be found, by clicking on the
‘Audio & HiFi’ tab in the menu bar and simply clicking on ‘DAB Digital Radio’, this will bring up all the
radios we have, currently available.
Click here to view our DAB Radio range.
