Helpful links:
Wikipedia on HD Radio
HDRadio.com
NPR.org's HD Guide
HD Radio's Buyer's Guide
Crutchfield Advisor
HD2 Playlist from Xponential Radio
HD3 Classical Public Radio Network - CPRN
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What is HD Radio?
HD Radio is a new technology that enables AM and FM radio stations to broadcast programs digitally, a tremendous technological leap from today's familiar analog broadcasts. These digital broadcasts provide listeners with improved audio quality and reception and new data services. Signal fading, static, hisses and pops are a thing of the past. Data services such as displayed song and artist information, weather and traffic alerts and much more will revolutionize the way you experience AM and FM radio. And it's all FREE for consumers, just like today's analog AM and FM radio.
What are the benefits of HD Radio?
- No subscription fees. It's FREE for consumers, just like today's analog AM and FM radio. Unlike satellite radio services, HD Radio does not require a subscription.
- FM broadcasts will have CD-quality sound.
- AM broadcasts will sound as good as today's analog FM stereo.
- HD Radio receivers will also display important data, including scrolling text displayed on a radio screen with song titles, artist names, traffic updates, weather forecasts, sports scores and more. (Available in the future from XPN).
- Among the HD Radio features kuer is exploring- a second channel that offers our programming on an exclusive, full-time basis, 24x7.
- Easy transition: You can continue listening to your local AM/FM stations on your existing analog radios as well as on your new HD Radio receivers.
- Opportunity for more advanced data and audio services, such as surround sound, multiple audio sources at the same dial position, on-demand audio services, store-and-replay (so you can store a radio program that airs when you are at work and replay it on your commute home), overlaying real-time traffic information on a navigational map to help you find the shortest route, a 'buy' button for music, sports and concert tickets, along with a host of other services.
- Easy transition for broadcasters and consumers by using the existing infrastructure and spectrum and at the same time preserving the existing analog service for as long as needed. This means you can continue listening to your local AM/FM stations on your existing analog radios as well as on your new HD Radio receivers, with all the added services and benefits that HD Radio offers.
How can you get HD Radio?
To hear an HD radio broadcast, you will need a new HD Radio receiver that is tuned into a station in your area that is sending an HD Radio broadcast.
Where can I purchase and HD radio receiver?
KUER begins the "Drive Toward Digital" campaign in December of 2007. We're offering HD Radios as pledge gifts for your contribution. Make your donation here and get your new HD Radio.If you get your HD radio, or other purchases, through the NPR Shop or Amazon.com using the Shop KUER link, then our station gets a percentage of the total. Shop KUER.
How can you get KUER on HD Radio?
To hear an HD radio broadcast, you will need a new HD Radio receiver tuned to 90.1 FM.
When will kuer start broadcasting in HD?
KUER started broadcasting in HD Radio on January 31st, 2006 at 90.1FM. We started two new HD Radio channels in December of 2007.
Will kuer maintain its current position on the dial?
Yes, kuer 90.1FM will maintain its current frequencey/dial position.
Will my reception problems be fixed with HD Radio?
If you've been having reception problems with kuer, HD Radio may or may not fix them. It depends on what type of interference you're experiencing.
If I purchase an HD radio receiver, will I be able to listen to stations that are broadcasting in digital and analog signals?
Yes, the HD radios will receive analog if the station isn't broadcasting HD, and automatically switch to HD when it receives a digital signal.
Can HD Radio Stations broadcast both digital and analog signals?
Yes, HD Radio Stations will broadcast both digital and analog signals.
Does KUER stream HD Radio over the internet?
No, not yet. KUER is the #1 user of University of Utah bandwidth because of our "Listen Live" feature. Adding more streams is an issue that we are working on with the University. KUER is also waiting for clarification on music royalty fees regarding public radio stations.
Will KUER provide more than one HD Radio signal?
Very soon!. In December 2007, KUER will launch two additional HD music channels. You can be a part of the drive to digital and find more information here.
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