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DIGITAL RADIO GUIDE TERRESTRIAL TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS - DAB
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(1) In-Home Receivers
With launch prices high in 1999 and very little broadcast content available, take-up
was predictably slow, and product was initially stocked only by a handful of
specialist retailers. Today, a wide range of manufacturers have joined the market,
and costs have fallen significantly. New players have joined the DAB Digital Radio
family with many different models, including both mains and battery powered
portable units.
(2) In-Car Receivers
DAB Digital Radio was originally designed for mobile reception and so forms a
natural alliance with the in-car radio market. Manufacturers have been quick to
realise the potential of DAB Digital Radio on the move and no less than eight
companies are currently making a range of products to suit all tastes and pockets.
Most manufacturers have established a low to mid-range price point for the in-car
digital radio package and some manufacturers are offering line-fit options. For the
audio enthusiast there are more expensive products on offer.
In 2005, most car manufacturers started offering DAB as upgrade option (General
Motors, Ford, Volvo, Audi, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Renault
and DaimlerChrysler). Vauxhall and General Motors offer DAB as standard on UK
models, with plans to rollout in Europe. In 2006/07, many manufacturers are
planning standard fit of DAB on various models.
(3) Handheld Receivers
DAB technology and advances in silicon technology have led to the development of
DAB handheld and pocket radios. Manufacturers have moved quickly to produce
handheld products for the DAB market and the majority of them have established a
low to mid-range price point.
(4) PC Receivers
Alongside in-home, in-car and handheld equipment, DAB Digital Radio can also be
enjoyed at home and at work using a personal computer. Several devices were on
the market up until 2004, allowing the consumer to tune into DAB stations via either
a desktop unit or a laptop, but without the need for an Internet connection. DMB
enabled laptops and USB devices are also being developed enabling the possibility
of DAB PCs.