SRG ensures calm in DAB standard development
Further development of digital radio is currently in full swing. Soon, a new audio coding method in the MPEG-4 format for DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is expected to allow even more stations to be broadcast on DAB. However, the SRG continues to rely on the current standard.
Further development of digital radio is currently in full swing. In addition, a new audio coding process in MPEG-4 format for DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) will soon allow even more programs to be broadcast on DAB than is already possible today. However, before programs or receivers in the announced new format can even be released, an international standard must be in place. This is to be applied for shortly by WorldDMB, the international organization for the promotion of DAB. For those Swiss people who already listen to DAB radio with enthusiasm, however, there is no cause for concern. SRG SSR idée suisse has declared that it will continue to transmit its DAB programs in the current DAB standard. More than that: even the new public service programs, such as the announced information channel of Swiss Radio DRS, are to be introduced in the current format. This will ensure that today's DAB receivers can continue to be used for a long time to come.
