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Frequently Asked Questions

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General questions

What is DAB+?

DAB+ is an upgraded version of the technology used to bring...

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When is digital switchover happening?

Digital listening is increasing steadily as more listeners are discovering the...

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Why are we transitioning to digital radio?

FM is full and has reached the limit of its capabilities...

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Coverage

There is no DAB coverage in my area, will this change?

Almost 400 new national and local DAB transmitters have been built...

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Is the reception the same all over the UK?

No, the reception you get depends on the coverage in your...

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Can I get local stations from other parts of the country?

As it is a terrestrial transmission system, you can only receive...

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Can I get DAB digital radio anywhere in the UK?

Digital radio coverage in the UK is 98% for BBC national...

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Can I get DAB digital radio anywhere in the UK?

Digital radio coverage in the UK is 98% for BBC national...

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Satellite Radio

What is the difference between DAB and satellite radio?

DAB digital radio is a terrestrial-based system, which means the services...

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Sound Quality

What about DAB sound quality in-car?

Radio listening in-car is extremely popular accounting for around 24% of...

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Is DAB sound quality better than analogue?

DAB provides a listening experience without the hiss, crackle, fading or...

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Multiplexes

Who owns the multiplexes?

You need a licence to own a multiplex. Ofcom advertises licences...

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What is a multiplex?

A multiplex is a block of frequencies containing radio and data...

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Secondary Services

What is a Secondary Service and how do I tune in?

Flexibility within the DAB system means that secondary services can be...

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Text

What is Text?

All DAB digital radio receivers come with a small screen. This...

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Presets

Why does my radio sometimes lose its pre-set stations?

Some DAB radios have a backup battery that powers a memory...

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Delayed Transmission

Why is there a delay between analogue and DAB radio?

If you have the same station playing on two radios, one...

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Mobile Phone

Can I get DAB on my smartphone?

The world’s first smartphone with a DAB/DAB+ tuner built in was...

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Retailers

Where can I buy a DAB radio?

DAB digital radio receivers are stocked by more than 8,500 retailers...

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Abroad

Can I listen to my in-car DAB radio abroad?

Digital radio is growing across Europe and many European countries now...

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Can I take my DAB digital radio abroad and still listen to the same stations?

No. DAB digital radio is a terrestrial technology using land-based transmitters....

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Can I receive stations from America or other countries on my DAB receiver?

No. Unlike satellite radio or internet radio, DAB radio is land-based...

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Aerials

Will I need an additional aerial to listen at home?

Your digital radio hi-fi tuner will come with an indoor aerial,...

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Do I need a new aerial for my car?

Yes. Many existing FM aerials are ‘helically wound’. A helically wound...

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