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Here’s your Spring Product Preview
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Each year at this season, the editors of Radio World invite our industry’s leading manufacturers and service companies to tell us about their latest product offerings or feature additions. The result is your annual Spring Product Preview.
In the following pages you’ll read about more than 40 new or recently introduced products. The trends toward software, cloud and remote production are evident here, but you will also see plenty of familiar studio hardware formats and traditional transmission tools.
You’ll find AI systems to create spec spots, cloud-based loggers, RF filters and combiners, apps to cover sports events with your phone, powerful audio processors, studio problem-solvers and more.
I hope you find this ebook useful. As always please let me know how we can serve you better. Email me at radioworld@futurenet.com
Spring Product Preview
AAT Empowers Engineers With Monitoring Tools
American Amplifier Technologies is rolling out two new product offerings this spring.
One is a mobile app called EmPower. The company says it is now included with all of its new RF power meters and EC Series Voltage Monitoring systems. The app is accessible through Android or iOS.
The app’s features include real-time monitoring, with which system power levels, voltage and VSWR can be tracked. It has customizable alerts that produce push notifications for parameter deviations.
In the future, the company says users will be able to access performance reports and historical logs. It says it is prioritizing security to ensure customer data is protected through best practices.
The company has also updated its EC Voltage Monitoring System, designed to protect equipment from voltage irregularities. The series is part of AAT’s AC Power Monitoring product line. The update features an integrated custom circuit board and real-time voltage monitoring. Remote monitoring is also now available.
As a result of the release, AAT will be transitioning the EC series as the sole version of the AC Power Monitoring product line. It will continue to support existing products for maintenance and repair, but new AC monitoring products will feature the updated EC series. Info: www.americanamptech.com
From Wheatstone, “A Streaming Appliance for All”
The Wheatstream Duo, to be introduced at the spring NAB Show, is a tool intended “for every broadcaster, podcaster or content streamer who has ever wanted a professional audio streaming appliance but couldn’t afford it.”
The company says this streaming appliance offers the features and reliability of its highcapacity Wheatstream appliance, but for one- or two-channel applications, scaling it for affordability.
“As a Linux appliance that eliminates the need for a Windows-based PC — and all the unreliability that goes with it — Wheatstream Duo can be added to any analog, digital or AoIP studio, including WheatNet IP and AES67-compatible systems,” it said.
The Duo provides an HTML5 web browser interface. It is compatible with standard CDN and streaming platforms and can adapt metadata input from most playback automation systems for a simple workflow from automation to content delivery.
“Unique to all Wheatstone appliances, including Wheatstream Duo, is peak limiting and other audio processing design specifically to optimize the performance of streamed audio through the streaming encoder and across a wide variety of internet links.”
Up2talk Simplifies Remote Production
The up2talk system from 2wcom is intended to solve problems common to remote audio production,
“Network instability, complex setups and heavy equipment can turn a straightforward task into a logistical nightmare,” it says. Talent also can get confused by the technical aspects of remote devices.
The up2talk platform is built around the MoIN virtual audio codec. Firewall exceptions and other workarounds are not required. “Up2talk connects remote audio directly to studio workflows, eliminating the gaps.”
The Reconnect feature allows the system to respond to obstacles such as internet outages, network changes or location changes of the streamer. It was developed in Kubernetes to enable self-healing and eliminate disruptions.
“Should a network error still occur, up2talk provides you with a disturbancefree, local recording of the participants for post-production. In the future, we plan on offering AI-enhanced post-processing of the audio as well.”
Other features include integration of prerecorded content in live discussions; video for audio and audio for video; user roles and control; and audio enhancement.
The system is suitable for podcasts, live events, remote editing and other applications.
Info: www.2wcom.com
Wheatstream Duo accepts two input streams of analog, AES3, AES67 or native AoIP such as WheatNet IP, each capable of four output streams for a total of eight output streams. It is priced at under $2,000.
Info: https://wheatstone.com
GatesAir Expands Intraplex IP Lineup With New IPL-200n Codec
GatesAir has announced the completion of its second-generation Intraplex IP family with the introduction of the IPL200n codec.
The IPL-200n is a full-duplex, twostereo-channel codec. The company says it achieves network path redundancy with its Dynamic Stream Splicing software. The codec’s larger capacity includes 10-bit audio processing technology and it has updated audio compression algorithms. The company suggests this will improve bandwidth management for broadcasters
across STL, studio-to-studio and streaming applications.
The codec also supports SRT for ultralow-latency networking and is compatible with cloud connectivity for live stream monitoring. It maintains backward compatibility with first-generation IP Link codecs.
Last year, GatesAir introduced the IPL100n, a single-stereo-channel version of the codec.
As part of its second-generation IP Link solutions, GatesAir highlights the
IPL-100c, a half-rack codec designed for remote broadcasting, and the IPL-100e, a module for GatesAir Flexiva transmitters that it says eliminates the need for an external codec.
GatesAir also announced the release of the MPX Bridge, a device for broadcasters using analog audio processors to transport AES-192 and digital MPX signals. The company states that the device enables digital transport of an FM composite signal across an IP network.
Info: www.gatesair.com
AxelTech Announces Updates for XRadio
AxelTech is unveiling updated features for its XRadio automation suite, which will be released this spring.
The manufacturer says the news manager feature will be updated to function independently or integrate with its media library feature directly.
Its advertising and settings modules, meanwhile, will be redesigned, which allow the maximum number of advertising breaks to be increased. AxelTech says broadcasters can allocate a greater number of advertising slots throughout the day as a result.
The company says the software’s integration with MusicMaster will be upgraded. When programming data is imported, the software now captures both editable and linked attributes elements as they were configured in MusicMaster. This has also improved the import of newscasts, the company says, as those programs can now be directly imported into XRadio.
XRadio’s data collection system will also include folders designated as “layouts” and “settings.” AxelTech says the enhancement allows support teams more access to data related to an issue with an automation event or element, which will allow more effective troubleshooting.
Info: www.axeltechnology.com
WorldCast Unveils APTmpX v2
Promising “unmatched transparency and efficient RDS integration,” WorldCast has released APTmpX v2, intended for broadcasters transitioning to MPX transport.
APTmpX provides high-fidelity, compressed MPX/composite transport over IP. Now it includes the integration of RDS transport as synchronized data and as a RDS 57 kHz subcarrier.
“Previously available only in the 900 kbps version, this extended RDS feature is now available at the lower bitrates of 300, 400 and 600 kbps,” it states.
The company highlights APTmpX for its signal integrity, stability and resilience to packet loss. Version 2 is being deployed across WorldCast Systems codecs starting with APTmpX Software for Windows, designed for integration with third-party software sound processors, to be followed by WorldCast’s Virtual APT IP Codec, and hardware codecs including APT IP Codec, APT Silver MPX Encoder/Decoder, APT AoIP Multichannel Codec and Ecreso FM AiO Series transmitters.
“This approach ensures a smooth transition for broadcasters looking to optimize MPX transport over IP while preserving their existing infrastructure,” WorldCast stated.
Info: www.worldcastsystems.com
StreamGuys Levels Up With New Version of Monitoring
StreamGuys has updated its IsMyStreamUp stream monitoring service.
IsMyStreamUp version 2.0 has a refreshed user interface and a hierarchical alerting system. The company says the update also includes improved navigation tools and enhanced notifications.
The cloud-based software allows users of any CDN or streaming platform to monitor live streams, media assets, on-demand files, websites and live production workflows.
StreamGuys says the upgrade helps broadcasters monitor the growing number of streams and side channels many outlets now deploy. According to the company, IsMyStreamUp 2.0 has an adaptable architecture designed to address future challenges, including support for new streaming protocols.
Info: www.streamguys.com
RCS ZettaCloud Supports Broadcasters From Anywhere
“ZettaCloud not only provides robust disaster recovery capabilities, it also serves as a full-scale, reliable playout solution that evolves with your programming needs,” states RCS.
The platform is suitable for a range of applications from routine broadcasting to live shows, spot handling and emergency takeovers.
“ZettaCloud gives you the flexibility to operate seamlessly across multiple platforms, ensuring your station stays on air 24/7.” The company said hundreds of stations are using ZettaCloud live with millions of dollars in revenue being managed.
The platform offers direct integration with third-party services. “Today, you can choose services like sound processing and digital consoles. In the future, ZettaCloud will integrate with thousands of third-party services and devices, making it the most powerful audio-based platform in the world.”
Info: www.rcsworks.com
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Burk Plus-X SNMP Expands Remote Control
Burk Technology has introduced the Plus-X SNMP network-based control unit. It functions with Burk ARC Plus Touch or SL remote control units to provide monitoring and control for SNMP-enabled devices, regardless of SNMP version. The unit requires a single LAN or WAN connection.
Burk says SNMP-based control can also be combined with traditional parallel I/O using its Jet Active Flowcharts for automated functions.
“The combination of SNMP and wired I/O brings virtually all your site equipment under control of your ARC Plus system,” Burk said.
Plus-X SNMP manages SNMP devices according to their version and capabilities. Burk says it can concurrently support devices with different SNMP versions, helping to ensure newer devices that support SNMP version 3 can provide the authentication and encryption the updated version of the protocol includes.
Email, SMS or dial-out alarm messages from the ARC Plus can be initiated by incoming SNMP traps, changes on SNMP status channels or via thresholds reached on SNMP meter channels.
The Plus-X SNMP allows command and control capabilities of the ARC Plus Touch and ARC Plus SL to be directed to SNMP-enabled site
equipment. ARC Plus control channels can be configured to send commands to equipment manually or as automated responses to events or alarms. ARC Plus status and meter channels can be also populated using data retrieved by the SNMP protocol.
Info: www.burk.com
Marketron Traffic and Marketron NXT Unite for Digital Integration
Marketron is uniting its cloud-based traffic and revenue management system, Marketron Traffic, with Marketron NXT, its digital advertising platform.
“The unification of Marketron Traffic and Marketron NXT represents
an end-to-end workflow for proposing, ordering, reporting and invoicing,” said Marketron. Approval processes are streamlined, and airtime and digital order editing sync.
Users have access to business intelligence with rolled-up reporting for multiple markets and databases, as well as customizable dashboards. Marketron said the bidirectional integration also eliminates most manual tasks, and the proposal-to-order conversion executes digital and airtime ads.
“Consolidated invoicing for the entire campaign concludes the ad-buy life cycle,” Marketron said. “It’s one ecosystem, one partner, one focus.”
Stations can also use Marketron’s payments platform PayNow to send electronic invoices and receive payments via credit cards, debit cards or ACH.
“Customers get more than a future-proof, modern tech stack,” said the company. “They have access to training, digital upskilling, customization, strategic account managers, award-winning sales enablement resources, responsive support and white-labelled seller resources.”
Info: www.marketron.com
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Lawo Modernizes Radio Workflows
Lawo highlights its crystal Clear and the Lawo Virtual Sound Card for bringing flexibility, efficiency and seamless integration to virtualized workflows.
The crystal Clear, shown, is designed for touchscreen operation. It offers a virtual control interface that integrates with playout systems, web applications and social media tools.
Available for both self-op and engineered workflows, it comes with two modes: Self-Op view, optimized for presenters, and a Broadcast Engineer view, with advanced controls. Features include automatic mic gain, AutoMix and assistive automation to ensure a “hands-free mixing experience.”
With its Automation Assistant, crystal Clear
streamlines production by reducing distractions, said Lawo. It pairs with Lawo’s Power Core Modular I/O and DSP device, supporting multiple configurations and applications, from headless or compact
setups to multi-operator environments. Lawo’s Virtual Sound Card (VSC) can be used to transform macOS computers into Ravenna/AES67 audio-over-IP nodes, facilitating audio streaming with support for up to 128 virtual audio devices per computer, with each virtual audio device supporting up to 256 audio channels with sampling rates of up to 96 kHz.
Lawo said features like PTP synchronization, multicast/ unicast streaming and SMPTE ST 2110 and ST 2022-7 redundancy ensure pro-grade performance and interoperability. Integrated with Lawo HOME, VSC allows for device discovery, stream management and NMOS IS-04 and IS-05 support. A free version with basic functionality is available. Info: www.lawo.com
Tieline Adds a Little Bit XTRA
Codec manufacturer Tieline has introduced the Bridge-IT XTRA II audio codec, a 1 RU version of its half-rack Bridge-IT II that debuted last year.
The codecs are intended for home studios, remote broadcasts, STLs, studioto-studio links, and multi-unicasting and multicasting applications. Both models include a front-panel screen and keypad for menu navigation, XLR analog and digital AES inputs, and a range of encoding options.
“New features to support modern networking requirements include native support for AES67, ST211030, ST2022-7, Livewire, Ravenna and AMWA NMOS
IS-04 and IS-05,” Tieline said.
Also new are two full-duplex mono connections, or full-duplex stereo; multiple Ethernet and AoIP ports; auto failover to another connection, HTTP stream or audio file playback; and support for wireless cellular modems.
Automated failover and SNMP support STL links. SmartStream Plus redundant streaming
and Fuse-IP data aggregation are included.
“They also connect over SIP with devices that are EBU N/ACIP Tech 3326, 3347 and 3368 compliant,” Tieline said.
“The ToolBox HTML5 web-GUI and optional Cloud Codec Controller software provide real-time monitoring and remote management of connections.”
Info: www.tieline.com/bridge-it-ii
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Inovonics Showcases New Generation of SiteStreamers
At NAB Show 2025, Inovonics will present a new generation of webenabled SiteStreamers for remote signal monitoring. These INOmini SiteStreamers will replace Inovonics’ current catalog of popular SiteStreamer models — 635, 637, 638 and 662.
According to the company, the new SiteSteamers incorporate added processing power for more precise reception. Inovonics said it will introduce the model 645 FM SiteStreamer to the market first, to be followed by versions for AM, HD Radio and DAB+.
“They’re great confidence monitors for remote transmitter or translator sites — allowing radio broadcasters to monitor their sites remotely from any web-enabled
device such as a PC, tablet or smartphone,” said Inovonics.
The 645 FM SiteStreamer comes equipped with a sensitive SDR-based tuner, improved LCD display, high-quality streaming for multiple listeners, improved metering for both off-air and auxiliary reception, alarm
TundraCast Expands Capabilities, Integrates With Triton
Summit Technology Group announced a major update to TundraCast, an audio streaming platform for AM and FM broadcasters.
It now integrates with Triton Digital,
allowing broadcasters using TundraCast to generate webcast metrics for industrystandard audience measurement. “This ensures that streaming data is accurately reported, providing broadcasters with the
options and increased security.
Inovonics said streaming is HE-AACv2 for better audio quality at lower bitrates.The 645 FM SiteStreamer will begin shipping after the NAB Show.
Info: www.inovonicsbroadcast.com/ product/family/inomini
insights necessary for optimizing digital content strategies and attracting premium advertisers,” Summit said.
In addition to analytics, TundraCast revamped pre-roll ad management to better accommodate larger-market advertisers. Summit said the system improves flexibility and control, enabling broadcasters to better align their digital ad offerings with advertiser expectations.
A significant part of this monetization update is the introduction of Campaigns, a feature that enhances advertising tracking and reporting.
“Campaigns allow broadcasters to associate pre-rolls and companion advertisements with a specific ad campaign group, making it easier to track campaign performance and generate detailed reports for advertisers. Additionally, TundraCast now includes impression estimation, leveraging historical listener trends to help broadcasters sell digital ads with greater confidence and accuracy.”
Info: www.summittechgroup.com/ tundracast
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Dielectric Expands OptiLoad Series
Dielectric has added to its OptiLoad line, expanding the family of load solutions to detect and prevent transmission system failures in liquid-cooled UHF and VHF TV systems.
“Those innovations deliver a convergence of passive RF equipment, electronics and sensing that Dielectric has now adapted for radio and less rigorous UHF environments,” the company said.
OptiLoad FM is a version for radio. Dielectric says it retains the original’s footprint and architecture, which is notable given the wavelength differences between FM radio and UHF TV. Its intended uses include high-power FM sites with multiple stations feeding into one master antenna.
Also new is OptiLoad Light, a lower-cost solution for UHF systems with fewer failure points in the monitoring infrastructure.
OptiLoad systems are built around a water column building block, to which Dielectric adds a heat exchanger, creating a closed-loop cooling system that prevents the exposure of liquid coolant.
Programmable logic controls sense rising RF power and temperature levels, prompting
the system to act across several operating modes. It will transition to standby mode without RF power present when coolant temperatures are less than 130 degrees. When temperatures land between 130 and 150 degrees, OptiLoad initiates flow from the high-efficiency circulator pump. Fans are activated when the temperature surpasses 150 degrees.
Engineers can use OptiLoad as a station load when they need to test the transmitter or isolate the transmission line and antenna to identify and solve a problem. OptiLoad awakens and ramps up to full power if the load is being utilized, offsetting electricity costs and reducing power bills.
The three systems now include SNMP functionality, allowing the transmitter to do a daily handshake. If that does not occur the station will be notified.
Info: www.dielectric.com
MaxxKonnect and AudioScience Launch RMT416 Multi-Tuner
MaxxKonnect, in partnership with AudioScience, launched the RMT416 streaming radio multi-tuner.
The RMT416 allows for up to 16 individual tuners in a 1RU chassis, with separate antenna inputs for AM and FM/NOAA. In addition to streaming encoders embedded in each tuner, silence detection, carrier loss detection and SNMP are among its features. In-browser monitoring is standard. In addition to streaming, each tuner has a dedicated analog output using the StudioHub+ format.
The MaxxKonnect RMT416, built on AudioScience’s ASI2816 platform, will be available through broadcast dealers beginning in Q2. The product will be marketed and sold under the MaxxKonnect
brand, with AudioScience providing the engineering foundation.
The companies said the RMT416 offers high-performance capabilities for analog AM/FM/WB and AM/FM HD Radio tuners; integration of streaming audio into broadcast workflows; and monitoring and alerting of each individual tuner with SNMP and email.
“The RMT416 is a great choice for EAS reception, as well as air monitoring for multi-station clusters, competition monitoring and remote station monitoring by utilizing the built-in streaming encoders,” says MaxxKonnect.
Info: https://maxxkonnect.com
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RTI Media Adds External Sensors
Radio weather provider RTI Media has added an external temperature sensor to the company’s cloud-based automated weather services.
The sensor is intended to be used at an advertiser’s location, allowing the on-air weather to include the advertiser’s name and current temp every hour at that location.
“This is one of many ways our weather can be a profit center for a radio station,” said President Bruce Robertson.
“But as always, listeners hear a real human voice on the weather. This is not AI.”
In addition to locating the sensor at an advertiser’s premises, radio stations can also set up the sensor where they have translators, adding that location’s temperature to RTI’s weather audio.
The sensor costs $150. It is WiFi-enabled and is powered by two AA batteries that last about a year. There is no charge for adding the advertiser’s temperature to the hourly weather. Sensors can be provided to multiple advertisers for inclusion into RTI’s weather.
Info: www.weathermonster.com and www.sonshineweather.com
Orban Highlights 5750 HD Version
Based on Orban’s Optimod 5750 processor, the “5750 HD” version provides FM/HD1 processing and includes a second independent processing chain for DAB+, HD2 radio and streaming. It is equipped with high-resolution touch display and can be controlled remotely via HTML5 browser.
The 5750 HD provides analog, AES3, composite and digital MPX as well as AES67/SMPTE-ST2110 inputs and outputs, advanced audio routing and diversity delay. Optional μMPX allows costeffective transmission of digital MPX signals over IP.
The FM section offers four processing structures, to be selected depending on the user’s application: Five-Band, Low-Latency FiveBand, Ultra-Low-Latency Five-Band and Two-Band.
“An intelligent two-band window-gated AGC using Orban’s patented ‘master / bass’ band coupling controls the levels subtly and unobtrusively. Three kinds of stereo enhancement, an advanced EQ section, enhancers and extensive other parameters are available to create a signature sound.”
The True Peak limiter in the HD processing chains anticipates
and controls peak levels following D/A conversion. A defeatable ITU BS.412 Multiplex Power Controller constrains MPX
power smoothly, ensuring compliance in countries that regulate it.
Optimod 5750 HD provides ITU-R BS.1770-4 Loudness Control, which facilitates compliance with modern target loudness recommendations like EBU R128 for each processed FM and HD output source if needed.
Multiple audio input and output sources can be monitored via the headphone output and optional IP Monitoring Streaming Encoder.
An optional internal audio backup player or IP audio backup decoder can be used for fallback scenarios or as a main streaming input source like HLS.
Optimod 5750 HD supports SNMP v2 and Ember+ protocol and Remote Control Interface for professional monitoring purposes. It has dual power supplies with independent AC line inputs, providing redundant operation to protect uptime.
Info: www.orban.com
Broadcast Bionics Brings BionicScribe for Transcription
Broadcast Bionics is introducing its BionicScribe transcription tool, an add-on to its BionicStudio engagement suite.
The U.K.-based software developer and distributor says the transcription tool is designed to process content into searchable, broadcast-ready text.
BionicScribe uses a localbased intelligence model for “complete control and audience data privacy,” the company says.
Use cases include taking WhatsApp voice notes, Facebook posts or audience calls and turning them into content accessible in the studio in real-time.
Broadcast Bionics says that the tool is part of its wider suite of augmented intelligence, which helps broadcasters “cut through the noise” with intelligent summarization.
Info: www.bionics.co.uk
Aldena Adds to Antenna Portfolio
Aldena has expanded its range of antenna products.
The Italian antenna manufacturer now offers models for both digital and analog services, including DAB+, analog FM, DVB-T2 and ATSC 3.0.
The company says its engineering team is involved in several new digital network rollouts. They have been focusing on optimizing final ERP gain to minimize SFN interference and reduce operational costs.
Aldena also says it offers customized support services. Its EMLAB antenna system planning software allows operators and regulators to configure antennas while calculating coverage and interference controls for safety.
Additionally, Aldena announced the acquisition of Delta Meccanica, an Italian telecom equipment supplier. Delta Meccanica designs and manufactures RF passive components, including a recently developed DAB+ product line consisting of single filters, star points and CIB combiners. Its offerings also include standalone filters suitable for power levels up to 6 kW and tunable across the full DAB frequency range.
Delta Meccanica also designs dummy loads, RF switches, rigid lines and coaxial components.
Info: www.aldena.it
New Remote-Mixing Capabilities for Quasar Consoles
Telos Alliance will unveil Quasar v3.2 software at the NAB Show.
The company calls it a major update to the remote-mixing capabilities of Axia Quasar XR and Quasar SR AoIP mixing consoles, and to optional Quasar Soft, an HTML5 application that provides a browser-based graphical interface for talent and board operators working remotely.
Quasar consoles offer audio shaping tools, customizable workflows, multiple surface layers, Automix, dynamic visual surface cues and a multifunction touchscreen control center, all in a lowprofile design.
“Quasar Soft and Quasar v3.2 software extend this power outside the studio with software improvements that provide remote users full access to features previously available only when using the physical console,” the company said.
Quasar clients with Quasar Soft will be able to use onscreen Call Control to operate their Telos VX broadcast telephone systems remotely, as well as Intercom Control to manage a Telos Infinity intercom system.
“They’ll also gain 32 user-programmable hot keys in the full monitor section and four user-programmable hot keys on each channel strip for external device control.”
Additional improvements to the Quasar Soft interface include new “slider”-type onscreen faders, and dynamic browser window
BSI Highlights OpX Transfer & Convert
Broadcast Software International is showcasing its OpX automation software’s Transfer & Convert module, one of several modules that are part of the suite.
BSI says all modules are included standard in the automation package. They can run on the same computer for single-station installations or be installed on separate systems for multi-station cluster setups.
The Transfer & Convert module allows background file transfers via FTP, HTTP and HTTPS without requiring third-party software. The tool also enables file tagging, formatting and normalization. It can also add or remove silence at the beginning or end of files.
The company says all features can be scheduled at custom intervals, hourly or by specific days of the week. Info: www.bsiusa.com
scaling that reduces the need for scrolling on smaller monitors, tablets and mobile devices.
These benefits extend to Quasar Engine RPS, which uses Quasar Soft to control connected surfaces or to create a standalone virtual mixer without a physical surface.
Info: www.telosalliance.com/quasar
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ENCO Brings SPECai Into vCreative Workflows
vCreative customers with a SPECai account now have access to AI ad creation from ENCO, Benztown and Compass Media Systems within vCreative’s vPPO media workflow management platform.
“The integration creates a singular and linear production workflow for new spec spots from the initial order, streamlining the process of creating and delivering spec spots within vCreative,” ENCO states.
Upon placing a new order, account executives can choose to produce a new spec ad “on the spot” in the vPPO environment, maintaining an efficient and uniform process through the workflow.
The SPECai service launches a new window vPPO or vProMedia after clicking on the SPECai logo, which begins the process of creating a new spec spot.
SPECai’s workflow guides users through the development process, starting with generative AI to create copy with multiple script options. The process moves on to voiceover creation, which includes access to many AI voice styles; and music bed selection via access to Benztown’s libraries. Upon completion, the user returns to their vCreative environment to move through the remaining steps of the workflow, including production approvals across all relevant departments.
“The SPECai integration also represents a new phase in a successful business partnership between ENCO and vCreative,” ENCO said. In their respective areas of radio automation and media workflow
Tunwall Radio Expands Coaxial Switch Controllers
Tunwall Radio has added to its TRC “N” Series line.
The TRC-2N and TRC-2AN are coaxial switch controllers for sites with two switches, two or three transmitters, two antennas and a dummy load.
Status checks and commands can be performed via SNMP v2c or a built-in web server. Standard remote connections can also be made to rear-mounted terminal strips. The local key switch on the front panel locks out SNMP control and wired remote commands. Local pushbuttons operate when the local key switch is on. The frontpanel switch position indicators clearly show the RF signal path and load status. The key switch activated auto transfer function allows for changing transmitters automatically if the main fails. Load testing is protected via the automatic load interlock.
The TRC “N” Series also includes three single-switch controllers. Info: www.tunwallradio.com
management, they have established interoperability between DAD and vPPO, a paperless production ordering solution. “The integration will soon extend to vCreative’s vProMedia platform, a centralized collaboration solution that adds video workflow management to the mix.”
Info: www.enco.com
AEQ Introduces Capitol IP Plus
AEQ has added a new member to its Capitol consoles family.
The Capitol IP Plus integrates expanded connectivity, flexibility and a modern design with color screens on each channel and a 7-inch touchscreen as the foundation of an intuitive experience for the operator. It also allows control of console functions with its “touch&turn” button.
“With 10 faders and 16-channel Dante connectivity as a base, expandable to 32 channels, the Capitol IP Plus stands out for its ability to adapt to the needs of every professional environment,” the company states.
It also offers a routing capacity of 96 x 96 and is customizable, with silver or black finish and programmable keys that allow hundreds of configurations via pages. Features include Bluetooth connectivity, three amplified headphone circuits, four AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs, and up to 17 analog inputs and 16 analog outputs, including five microphones, in a basic configuration that can be expanded via Dante.
The console will be on display at the spring NAB Show.
Info: https://aeq.eu
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Super Hi-Fi Introduces Control Room
Control Room by Super Hi-Fi is a virtualized app that “lets you deliver world-class live radio broadcasts from anywhere in the world to any station in your network.”
The company says that until now software tools and processes have not kept up with the needs of radio companies to rely less on the traditional radio studio model and to support staff across multiple markets.
“Whether hosting a morning show from a professional radio studio, running afternoon drive from your home studio, broadcasting remotely from an event, or joining a live show from vacation, Control Room delivers unparalleled flexibility and studio-grade control in a modern, touchfirst interface,” it states.
It includes real-time video and chat collaboration tools for hosts in up to eight locations built in the app, making them feel like they’re together in one studio. It’s designed to integrate with professional radio studios, and can connect to any Telos Alliance Axia console by typing in an alphanumeric code.
Control Room is a set of native applications that features compatibility
across iOS, Android and Windows devices, to remove complexity and encourage creative work by the air talent. “With Super Hi-Fi’s MagicStitch AI inside, every music transition and audio element is produced seamlessly like it was hand-tuned by a world-class radio producer, automatically.”
Info: www.superhifi.com
Digital Alert Systems Updates EAS Software to Include MEP Code
Digital Alert Systems has updated all 64-bit-compatible DASDEC and One-Net systems with its Version 5.4 software. This release includes the new Missing and Endangered Persons (MEP) event code required by the FCC before the September deadline.
V5.4 now supports Open ID Connect (OIDC) for a single-sign-on authentication process used by many large corporations, including two methods of authentication: username/password or authorization flow. “This, besides TACACS+, provides secure and easy-to-manage login control for multiple user accounts in addition to several other security improvements
and system hardening,” said Digital Alert Systems.
The software update is free to customers who are enrolled in the Digital Alert Systems Software Assurance Plan, have purchased a new DASDEC unit or have taken advantage of the company’s
Up-Trade program since April 2022.
The company is also introducing LEAP, or Legacy EAS Adapter Process. This tool is used for converting the configuration files of other EAS devices into the DASDEC format.
“Using LEAP, customers can quickly and easily incorporate many configuration attributes, such as FIPS codes and event filters, into the DASDEC format, making the conversion from another manufacturer to the advanced Digital Alert Systems platform nearly seamless.” This tool will be available in a future software release. Info: www.digitalalertsystems.com
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Radio.Cloud Enhances Workflows With Assistant AI
Assistant AI from Radio.Cloud streamlines show prep for hosts and content creators by eliminating manual research.
“Integrated directly into Radio. Cloud’s Smart Playlist, it serves as a playlist-specific research assistant, offering inspiration for live talk breaks and voice tracks,” the company states.
With Assistant AI, hosts can select a specific talk break time slot and choose content types such as local news, weather, station promos or details about the next artist or song.
“Within seconds, it generates a detailed text block, along with key bite-sized highlights. Hosts then decide how to use this information — on-air, online, or across social media — eliminating the hassle of searching for content manually.”
Barix to Add SRT Connectivity to LX400 Codecs
The company says this can be a major time-saver especially for hosts working across multiple stations.
Assistant AI also allows stations to pick a voice — AI-generated or cloned — as a co-host. By highlighting parts of the generated content, hosts can create a dynamic back-and-forth dialogue with an AI voice in live or voice-tracked settings.
The company’s Andrew Scaglione said, “As the industry seeks greater efficiency through technology, Assistant AI strikes the perfect balance between a traditional prep service and fully AI voice tracked dayparts.” He said it helps deliver tailored, station-specific content, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
Info: www.radio.cloud
Futuri AudioAI Keeps Radio Local During
This spring, Barix will add SRT connectivity to its LX400 AoIP broadcast codecs.
The company says SRT is designed for customers seeking near-zero latency for live broadcast streams that require real-time AM, FM or online delivery.
SRT will provide users with a third AoIP transport option, alongside Barix’s standard RTP-based STL firmware and Reflect Evo cloud networking service, the company says.
The LX400 is configurable as an encoder or decoder. Barix says SRT encoding will be available for the LX400 later this spring via a board-level upgrade. SRT decoding, meanwhile, will be available this summer, the company says.
Barix introduced the LX400 at last year’s spring show. In addition to the existing Barix feature set for STL, studio-to-studio and other audio network applications, the LX400 introduces new features. These include software codec options such as Opus and AAC+ for compressed transport, as well as PCM for uncompressed transmission.
Info: www.barix.com
Unmanned Dayparts
Futuri AudioAI integrates with a station’s automation system to deliver relevant, local content continuously. Its AI-powered features allow users to clone a voice and add it to their library, or choose from a library of voices in varying ages, languages and accents that can be customized to fit station branding and sound.
“The recent industry shift towards more voice tracking to cover unmanned dayparts hasn’t changed listeners’ expectations,” said Futuri. “They still expect dynamic content — real-time weather and news updates, trending break topics and familiar voices.”
Key features of AudioAI include station imaging to help create realistic voiceovers, AI voice tracking to maintain a “strong local presence regardless of your talent’s location.” and custom liners and segues. The AI tool can also be used for real-time weather updates.
It said Futuri AudioAI “helps your station stay live and local 24/7, with fresh, localized and engaging content — when live talent isn’t available.”
Info: https://futurimedia.com
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Angry Audio and Thimeo Launch StereoToolBox Processor
Angry Audio is teaming up with Thimeo to unveil the StereoToolBox audio processor.
The StereoToolBox uses Thimeo’s MicroMPX STL codec, which enables transmission of a full FM signal at bitrates as low as 320 kbps. It can also send the signal, including RDS data, to multiple FM transmitters.
The processor features an audio clipper, which it says can provide 2 to 3 dB more loudness than traditional clipping.
“It will also expand stereo reception and actively protect against multipath issues,” Angry Audio says.
The processor’s adaptive compressor dynamically adjusts its behavior based on input, which eliminates the need for multiple stages such as AGC. It supports between two and nine bands. The StereoToolBox’s declipper repairs and restores peaks from clipped audio, removing distortion and
restoring dynamics.
The processor has both FM and HD1 outputs and includes a built-in RDS and RDS2 encoder. It includes a digital oscilloscope and FFT spectrum analyzer for real-time audio adjustments.
The company says the product also has an HTML5 web interface and a JSON remote control interface, accessible from computers and mobile devices.
Info: www.angryaudio.com
Davicom’s AXON-4AUD Keeps Audio Levels Consistent
The AXON-4AUD by Davicom is a real-time audio level monitoring device designed for broadcasters who need precise silence detection and audio level control.
The device has a detection range of more than 50 dB (–35 dBu to +20 dBu). “It instantly identifies both audio loss and excessive volume, ensuring consistent signal quality and preventing silent carrier issues,” the company said.
The AXON-4AUD is equipped with configurable thresholds, delays and mute functions to prevent false alarms during scheduled breaks or sign-offs. It also provides immediate notifications to ensure quick response to audio anomalies.
“With its real-time monitoring, automated alarming, and seamless integration, the AXON-4AUD helps broadcasters maintain consistent audio levels and prevent downtime, ensuring a smooth and reliable on-air experience.”
A Davicom CORTEX unit can use its own relays to take action when an AXON-4AUD is configured as an expansion module.
Info: www.davicom.com/axon-series
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NextKast to Showcase New Content Distribution System, nextSync
NextKast’s automation platform, NextKast OnAir, is launching a built-in synchronization engine to streamline content distribution for groups managing multiple stations across different markets.
Dubbed nextSync, the tool is in public beta, allowing broadcasters to test its capabilities before the full release.
According to NextKast, with nextSync, broadcasters can distribute programming efficiently across multiple locations while maintaining local flexibility.
“Unlike third-party solutions, nextSync is natively integrated into nextKast OnAir, reducing complexity, improving reliability and eliminating the need for external file management tools.”
NextSync allows stations to automate the transfer of music,
voice tracks, imaging and commercial content between stations. Users can choose which elements sync between stations while preserving local customizations.
Henry Introduces MiniPod Maxx
Henry Engineering has announced the new MiniPod Maxx, a highperformance headphone amplifier. It is a revamped version of the original MiniPod, which Henry said was the industry’s first “daisy-chainable” headphone system.
Henry said the Maxx version produces 400% of the output level of the original, providing extended headroom and audiophile-grade performance. “The new design eliminates all electrolytic capacitors in the audio path for exceptional transient response, solid bass and ultra-low distortion,” said the company.
Multiple MiniPod Maxx units can be daisy-chained to create a multi-user system. Cat-5 cabling will distribute power and audio to all units in the system, eliminating the need for multiple power supplies and audio DAs. Each Minipod Maxx is a separate headphone amplifier, so any combination of headphone types can be used without interaction between units.
The MiniPod Maxx is compatible with the original unit and with other Henry Engineering “Pod” products. It’s the same size as the original MiniPod and can be mounted to a tabletop or to the underside of a counter.
Info: www.henryeng.com
The tool supports content delivery via FTP and cloud-based distribution for “efficient, low-latency file transfers.” It has built-in redundancy mechanisms to ensure continuous operation, even in case of network disruptions.
“This feature is especially valuable for regional networks, national broadcasters and syndicators looking to simplify content distribution across multiple markets without relying on external systems,” said NextKast. “By eliminating the need for third-party synchronization tools, nextSync enhances efficiency, reliability and cost-effectiveness.”
Info: www.nextKast.com/onAir
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Arrakis Introduces DARC S8 and S15 Software-Based Mixers
Arrakis Systems announced the release of the DARC S8 and DARC S15 digital audio mixers.
They are built on Dante AoIP protocol to distribute audio over a standard network. Their optional control surfaces, according
to Arrakis, “bring hands-on control to the software mixer.”
Arrakis says the core of its DARC system is a software-based mixer known as DARC Virtual. The software handles the audio processing, routing and mixing. The mixer integrates with Simple IP nodes, which serve as the physical input/output connections for audio sources.
Broadcasters can choose between the eight-channel DARC S8 or the 15-channel DARC S15 for hands-on control. “These tactile consoles let you control faders, channels and key functions in real-time — offering the feel of a traditional console with the flexibility of modern AoIP technology,” the company says. Info: www.arrakis-systems.com
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Comrex Scores With FieldLink Press Box Codec
Comrex is introducing its FieldLink press box codec at the NAB Show.
The product is a codec that the company says results in clear sideline audio sent to the press box, with the capability to allow IFB back to the sideline reporter.
It is designed to solve a longstanding problem in sports venues with moving audio from the sideline to a broadcast booth. The FieldLink hardware is connected to a directional wireless access point within the press box, which provides a private
wireless network that can be accessed with a smartphone. A reporter can use the free Comrex FieldTap smartphone app to interface with FieldLink.
The unit’s setup process is activated once a QR code is scanned on the FieldLink’s front-panel display.
Comrex says an upgrade will be available to allow FieldLink to send a connection back to the studio. It is compatible with all Comrex IP codecs and can send and receive audio to and from the internet while still handling sideline reporter audio. It can support up to two sideline reporters simultaneously, along with the studio connection. The two reporters will be summed to the single audio output and can hear each other, in addition to the IFB.
FieldLink will be in the company’s NAB Show booth, N1519.
Info: www.comrex.com
Nautel Enhances VX Series
Nautel says its VX FM transmitter series, in power levels ranging from 150 W to 6 kW, has received “exceptional” positive response from customers, and that well over 1,000 units have shipped for various applications including some large N+1 deployments.
The manufacturer recently incorporated audio player and playlist functionality into the VX Series.
“With the audio player functionality, users will be able to upload content locally or remotely via an IP connection to make a playlist. No USB, additional cards or site visits are necessary,” it states.
“The built-in audio player can use the file playlist as an audio source and is often used as an audio loss backup. This capability is shipping in VX transmitters now and available for existing users to upgrade.”
John Whyte, head of marketing and product strategy, said the addition of the audio player, first brought to its transmitters over a decade ago, has proven to be a very popular capability.
Next up for the VX Series will be streaming including support for Icecast and Shoutcast. This enhancement is planned for release in the
coming months.
“Streaming input, internal audio playout and Nautel’s Orban Inside audio processing give broadcasters exceptional flexibility when considering their deployment options.”
Info: www.nautel.com/products
Thimeo Announces RuleBreaker Final Clipper
According to Thimeo Audio Technology, the new RuleBreaker final clipper does what traditional clippers won’t.
For decades, the company notes, final clippers have been the secret weapon of radio processing, but when pushed too hard, they cause distortion on the air. The RuleBreaker is designed to avoid this trade-off.
“Normally, the left-minus-right section of the composite signal is symmetrical. That’s just how it’s always been,” Thimeo said in its announcement.
“We realized that by intentionally introducing asymmetry, we could push more audio through without clipping. In the new design we have taken this to the next level by adding a lot more intelligent analytics to reduce the amount of clipping. In other words, we’re breaking the old rules to make your station sound louder and cleaner.”
Hans Van Zutphen said the design provides 2 dB to 3 dB of extra loudness without a distortion tradeoff.
“Not only that, but we changed the rules when it comes to IMD protection also, which means cleaner sound, lower distortion and massively improved bass definition.” It says the result is a silky-smooth sound with more punch in the low frequencies.
Thimeo said Angry Audio has licensed the RuleBreaker clipper for its new StereoToolBox.
Info: www.thimeo.com
DNAV Teams With SAS for New Transmission Router
DNAV has released a new transmission router from Sierra Automated Systems.
The 1RU SAS Transmission Router manages signal paths for up to 96 sources coming and leaving RF facilities and central NOCs, according to DNAV. The router’s inbound and outbound feeds can be switched manually when problems are detected. It also has built-in intelligence to automatically make real-time decisions.
Specific functions include automatic failover to redundant paths and backup systems, silence detection and programming support.
The unit’s GUI allows users to configure thresholds such as the length of on-air silence that is allowed. It can also be used to configure communications such as tally detection.
The router also has a centralized dashboard that provides a view of network and equipment status, which DNAV says is useful for NOC operators who are tasked with managing signal paths moving between sources and destinations.
Info: www.dnavinc.com
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Calrec Updates Type R Mixing System to Include Remote Control
This summer, users of the Calrec Type R audio console will be able to access its next software upgrade. The upgrade includes
off-air record functionality and simplified routing, which allows operators to engage in off-air recording without affecting the on-air mix.
It includes enhanced GPIO control over console talkback facilities, user labels for mixminus buses and a large 120-channel path DSP pack option with 32 aux buses.
Vegas debut. True Control 2.0 increases flexibility for users by allowing control of a Type R console from another Type R console. “This has significant benefits for system resilience or disaster recovery, but, perhaps more importantly, from a production workflow perspective.”
Calrec’s True Control 2.0 allows operators to map control of remote audio processing to their console surface and control a full remote signal path, including path EQ, dynamics, routing and delay.
At the NAB Show, Calrec’s True Control 2.0 also will make its Las
Each Type R can access up to five other consoles simultaneously to provide more processing cores and deliver more control in multiple locations. “The ability to control both local and remote audio processing on the same physical surface opens up a wide range of remote and distributed production workflows,” Calrec said. calrec.com
Broadcast Radio Adds Rolling Audio Archive
Radio automation and playout developer Broadcast Radio will soon unveil a cloudbased audio logging feature, Myriad Cloud Logging.
The U.K.-based company calls it the “final piece of the puzzle” to complete the Myriad Cloud Radio platform’s feature set. Myriad Cloud Logging will maintain a rolling audio log of any station using Myriad Cloud Radio, allowing sections to be extracted for archiving or rebroadcasting. The feature will be accessible on both PC and Mac operating systems.
Metadata from Myriad Playout will also be logged, enabling content searches by date, time, show name or item name.
The company said Myriad Cloud Logging is also available as a stand-alone feature for broadcasters using third-party playout systems.
Cloud logging is in beta testing and Broadcast Radio expects it to be released after the NAB Show.
Info: www.broadcastradio.com
Aqua Broadcast Boosts Cobalt Transmitters With New Failover Features
Aqua Broadcast has announced updates to its Cobalt line of transmitters.
Every Cobalt model now ships with silence detection and automatic audio failover, the manufacturer said. This can be set to include a USBbased audio source as failover.
In addition, 2U and 3U Cobalt models now include a secondary PSU, offering a layer of redundancy in case of a primary PSU failure. Cobalt transmitters include a built-in audio confidence monitor,
which allows the ability to listen to input or output sources remotely via a web browser.
Aqua says it has also updated the Cobalt’s automation capabilities. Configuration changes can now be scheduled or triggered via GPIO and SNMP, offering easier network management. Aqua says the Cobalt’s configuration can be backed up or transferred between multiple models.
Info: www.aquabroadcast.co.uk
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Broadcast Tools Expands Alerting Lineup
Broadcast Tools is showcasing two new radio alerting products.
The Alert Sentinel 2 is a two-station stereo analog relay and switcher designed to insert alert audio into broadcast program signal paths. The company says it’s suitable for weather alerts, remote broadcasts or live sports coverage.
The unit features a POTS telephone hybrid interface and a balanced analog input compatible with two-way or ham radio. It also includes 32 GB of SD card-based MP3/WAV storage, allowing playback of pre-recorded messages. Control options include DTMF commands via POTS line, two-way radio, USB serial or TCP/ UDP Ethernet.
The second product, the MSRP-3 AES, is a three-station AES/EBU digital EAS relay and switcher, designed to provide AES alert audio distribution and transparent AES audio interrupt switching for EAS encoders.
When paired with an ENDEC or DASDEC, the MSRP-3 AES can
interrupt up to four AES audio paths. Alerts can be triggered on one or more station outputs simultaneously with safeguards to prevent overlapping alerts.
The unit features an internal ADC with word clock input, which accepts balanced mono analog audio. Users can bypass the ADC and switch to a dedicated AES digital input. Installation is simplified with RJ45 audio I/O jacks, compatible with standard Cat-5 or Cat-6 patch cables.
Control options include RS-232 serial, TCP/UDP Ethernet or contact closures. Additional features include test and station relay outputs, along with a dedicated fourth AES output to feed encoder audio to additional devices.
Info: www.broadcasttools.com
Waymark Upgrades AI Ad Creation With New Platform
Technology company Waymark announced the Waymark 2 platform, which uses AI to allow for easier production of video advertising.
The company had developed a naturallanguage platform on which users can produce ready-to-air commercials for TV, streaming and digital media using generative AI. Now it says tools in Waymark 2 produce higher-quality ads and provide greater control.
Features include enabling users to lock in their preferred elements of an ad while regenerating the remainder of its content, facilitating an iterative process.
The AI models behind the platform have been upgraded. Waymark 2 has a total of 13 video generation models. The company says these upgrades will enhance personalized
Jutel Introduces “Ultimate Sports Radio Solution”
scriptwriting, context-aware computer vision and AV synchronization. The upgrade from Waymark 1 is intended to improve ROI from the ad creation process.
Waymark also recently announced the addition of Sinclair and Cox Media as partners. In radio Beasley Media rolled out
According to Jutel, sports broadcasting is evolving faster than ever, and the demand for high-quality, engaging audio content has never been greater. To accommodate this need, Jutel launched an extension of RadioMan, its cloud-native radio automation platform.
RadioMan Lamppu is a lightweight, cloud-based companion that streamlines the creation of live and on-demand sports content. Jutel says Lamppu “enhances collaboration, simplifies audio management and enables effortless content distribution to FM, DAB and web platforms.”
Available for Android, iOS and as a browser-based tool, Lamppu works within the RadioMan platform to help broadcasters produce quality content from anywhere with a laptop, headset and mobile phone — “no complex installations required.”
For teams looking to launch a sports station from scratch, RadioMan in the Cloud provides the core infrastructure while Lamppu enhances remote production. “Together, they enable broadcasters to produce and distribute live commentary, post-game analysis and exclusive team content, creating a personalized listening experience for sports fans.”
Info: https://jutel.fi
Waymark in 2023 to “generate high-quality commercials with professional voice-over in five minutes or less.” NRG Media, which provides content and digital marketing to stations in the Midwest, also uses Waymark technology.
Info: https://waymark.com
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Bext Showcases Compact RF Filter and Combiner Products
California-based Bext Corp. is introducing two RF products for use at FM stations.
Bext’s first offering is the FFC01 compact RF filter. It is designed for low-power FM transmission up to 150 watts. The company says it minimizes intermodulation products and other unwanted RF emissions. It can also be used as a selective receive filter, which the company says is suitable for deployment at translator sites to receive FM signal relays in a high-RF environment. The filter can be installed in a 19-inch rack cabinet and it takes up two rack spaces.
The second offering is the FDCSDC01
compact RF combiner. It is designed for use when two low-power FM transmitters are routed into a single broadband FM antenna. It also is 2 RU.
Bext says its RF offerings will be on display at the NAB Show in the booths of RF Specialties and Broadcasters General Store.
Info: www.bext.com
HD Radio Turns 20
HD Radio receivers now are in approximately 115 million vehicles and rolling out in about 60% of new cars in North America.
Noting the 20th anniversary of its commercial launch in cars, Xperi says the technology helped transform stations into rich digital experiences.
“HD Radio ushered in a revolution in broadcast radio, leveraging
digitization to become the most successfully deployed commercial digital radio system in the world and the launching pad for nextgeneration immersive entertainment in the car.”
Xperi says HD Radio broadened station reach, enabling one station to become three with additional channels of new audio programming. “It created new opportunities to leverage the dramatic expansion of content heralded by the digital age, and augmented listening with concomitant, richly visual on-screen information such as album art, station logos, song/artist info, traffic, weather, plus critical real-time, life-saving emergency alerts.” These benefits were in addition to clear, staticfree sound.
“Over the years, HD Radio’s benefits to broadcasters have included low implementation costs, deeper listener engagement and increased ad revenue potential through multicast channels and visual ads as well as new opportunities to measure listener behavior,” the company said, “and, for automakers, the ability to offer their customers free in-vehicle infotainment that matches their out-of-vehicle digital experiences.”
Info: https://xperi.com/solutions/hdradio
