DAB transmission allows single frequency network (SFN), where all transmitters of the network transmit exactly the same information on the same frequency. The SFN capability of DAB allows complete coverage of very large area without the receiver having to tune to a difference frequency while moving around in the area.

To cover the same area with one program on the same frequency, FM needs one high-power transmitter, whereas DAB with an SFN network with several transmitters needs much lower transmitter power in total. The advantages by SFN operation and the properties of the digital transmission system itself, allow lower transmitter power compared to FM for the same coverage. Therefore, DAB network is power economical, and less power consumption means DAB is more environmentally friendly.

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Market-leading DAB technology company, Frontier Silicon, and Fraunhofer IIS, worldwide experts in audio coding, have teamed up with tier one audio manufacturers to deliver the world’s first range of DAB+ radios. Solutions incorporating Frontier Silicon’s multi-standard digital radio SoC Chorus 2 with Fraunhofer’s audio decoder IP are being designed into products from specialist brands including Bush, Grundig, Magicbox, Ministry of Sound, Pure, Revo, Tivoli and others, which will be available in shops by the end of this year.

Demonstrations of the solution can be seen at the IBC exhibition in Amsterdam receiving a live DAB+ broadcast from Factum Electronics, but unlike previous engineering demonstrators, this will be the first time end-user DAB+ radios will be shown working.

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PURE Digital is making an on-going commitment to the environment with EcoPlus™, a radical change to the way PURE’s leading DAB products are designed, manufactured and presented. The initiative is being launched at the IFA show in Berlin from August 31st 2007.

EcoPlus sets standards within PURE for: reduced power consumption; use of materials from recycled and sustainable sources; packaging size; and use of components with minimised environmental impact.

BLUE THUNDER CX100
BLUE THUNDER CX100 desktop DAB/FM radio is stylishly designed with station presets. Its cabinet is made of quality fiberboard and clad in real wood veneers.

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MARANTZ ST-15S1
The MARANTZ ST-15S1 is not only suited for the digital age; it is an excellent FM and AM tuner as well. The ST-15S1 is build according to the MARANTZ philosophy to ensure crystal-clear reception and audiophile-quality sound, and is constructed using the highest-quality components for unshakable reliability and stability. Step into the world of high quality radio with the ST-15S1 and enjoy superb sound quality.
It also includes immaculate power supply regulation, easy tuning, and high-quality audio DAC. Stereo radio has never sounded so good.
Retailing price for MARANTZ ST-15S1 is around £700. For more information, click here.

ONKYO CS-715DAB
At first glance, the CS-715 will impress you with its handsome, titanium-colored aluminum front panel and a robustness of build rarely seen among mini audio systems. Give it some airplay, and you’ll find its switching amplifier design—employing VL (Vector Linear) Digital technology for accurate conversion—reproduces music with remarkable clarity. On the CD drive side, Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) further ensures you’re getting the purest sound possible. With an emphasis on high-instantaneous current capability, the CS-715 has the power to achieve the high performance standards. Retailing price for ONKYO CS-715DAB is around £400. For more information, click here.

ROBERTS RD55
Available in piano black and ice white, ROBERTS RD55 has both DAB and FM reception, station presets, digital recording function into the mix. Just press record when your favourite programme comes on and it will be recorded straight onto an SD card in MP3 format, which slots into the top of the radio. It also includes PausePlus, so you can pause and rewind live radio.

Retailing price for ROBERTS RD55 is around £90.

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GENUS DU1 DAB radio worth $175 sponsored by Sky Audio plus a Digital Radio T-Shirt.

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