iBiquity Digital Corporation is the sole developer of HD Radio technology. With input from radio broadcasters, consumer electronics and broadcast equipment manufacturers, automakers, retailers, and consumers, the company has brought to market an idea that was conceived over a decade ago by scientists and engineers at Westinghouse, CBS, Gannet and Lucent/Bell Labs.

Only in the sense that they're both digital signals. Television's move to HDTV is mandated by the federal government. In time, HDTV will completely replace current analog television broadcasts. On the other hand, radio stations are voluntarily adding HD Radio technology to their regular broadcasts. Stations will continue using the same AM and FM frequencies they do now.

HD stands for "hybrid dgital" and it is very different from "high definition television - HD TV." Digital Radio - HD Radio - is a new technology that enables radio stations to broadcast programs digitally, alongside our existing analog broadcasts. With analog radio (radio as you know it), VPR can broadcast only one program service on a frequency. With HD Digital radio, VPR can offer more programs on the same frequency, or "mulitcast.

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Check out this HD Radio simulation proved by NPR and compare the difference (Flash player required; opens in new window). Click here to launch demo.

You'll need to buy a new HD Radio reciever to be able to listen to HD Radio services. You also need to be in range of one of VPR's analog signals in order to receive the HD Radio signal. But don't worry about having to choose between analog or HD Radio services. HD Radio receivers allow you to listen to both analog and digital signals. For some home locations, you may need a better external antenna to pull in the HD digital radio signal.

Youâ??ve probably heard of HDTV as the television industry has recently converted to high definition. HD Radio is a brand new technology that similarly provides alternate channels in addition to the local Moody Radio station youâ??ve come to know and love. Not only will you be able to listen to your local Moody Radio station, but HD Radio allows FM stations to add additional channels.

VPR Classical, our 24-hour classical music service, is on a number of analog (traditional) FM stations across Vermont. Click here for a list of those frequencies. And it's also available as the second HD channel on every one of VPR's existing FM stations. VPR Classical is also available via the Internet on a high quality audio stream, and many hundreds of listeners access this service daily.

No, there are a handful of other HD digital stations available in Vermont, both commerical and non-commercial. However, Vermont Public Radio's WVPR 89.5 FM in the Upper Valley became the first radio station in Vermont to begin broadcasting in HD digital sound on July 19, 2006. Fitting, given WVPR was Vermont's first public radio station. WBTN 94.3 FM in Bennington was the next to go digital, followed in November 2006 by 107.9 FM WVPS from Mount Mansfield. WVPA 88.5 FM in St.

Yes, VPR's HD radio stations will broadcast both digital and traditional analog signals. Because new HD Radio stations will begin their digital broadcasting using a "hybrid mode" (transmitting digital and analog signals simultaneously), you'll still be able to pick up our broadcasts on your analog radios. The stations will seamlessly upgrade to digital when it locks onto a strong digital signal.

European and American engineers co-developed this technology. Like Bluetooth before it, it is a collaborative effort among telecom leaders who seek out a common goal of developing new wireless technologies that will enable diverse machines to communicate. For example, before it was a PC, then it became PC-to-PC, then mobile phone-to-mobile phone, then a breakthrough: PC-to-mobile.

No. Several manufacturers are rolling out home stereos that have HD Radio tuners. The first of these to hit the market, the Boston Acoustic Recepter Radio HD, has already garnered positive reviews from industry critics and the buying public. Get e-mail from Crutchfield and stay informed about special savings and the latest in A/V. Plus, you'll be entered to win in our Great Gear Giveaway!

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The inventor of the patent-pending technology was Thomas W. Tripp (Tripp), who subsequently assigned his interest in the pending patents and other intellectual property to Real Monetary Reserve, Inc., which funded the original research. Tripp is the founder, president, CEO and primary shareholder of each of the subsidiaries as well. His work with real financial instruments began, when he read an article entitled PLAM! in Forbes magazine, which was published in January, 1989.

Yes. We are proud to state that all parts, from top to bottom, were developed by icube's own technology, including equipment control device to GUI. Due to icube's cutting-edge technology, all of the benefits (such as, faster upgrade and optimal modification) are users' to deploy for maximized functions.

For a complete listing of currently available models, go to ibiquity.com. Many Washington, D.C., area vendors currently stock HD Radios, including Circuit City and Radio Shack. Online vendors like Crutchfield also sell HD Radios. If you'd like your purchase of an HD Radio to benefit WAMU 88.5, you can purchase it from Amazon.com using this link, or purchase it from Radiosophy using this link, and a percentage of the sale will benefit the station.

Yes. To listen to digital AM and FM programming, you need an HD Radio receiver. New products are coming out regularly, so check with your local consumer electronics store to find the right product for you.

HD Radio broadcasting is FREE; there are no subscription fees. All you need is an HD radio receiver. This HD Radio receiver can receive digital AM and FM stations, including HD2 and HD3 channels.

For the most part, the answer is yes, if you are currently receiving analog radio signals. There are some situations when the signal is being split so many times in your store that it is severely weakened. Since HD Radio broadcasts at 1/100 th of the wattage used for analog, a signal that is split numerous times inside the store can possibly be so weak that analog is received and digital (HD Radio) is not.

Contact your manufacturer. Some radios were produced with the improved HD digital radio sound quality but they do not have the HD2 channel capability. Most manufacturers have help line phone number on their web sites and the web sites are featured on the Products area of this site. If your HD radio does not have HD2 channel capability, you will need to purchase a new receiver to fully experience the HD digital radio revolution.

Go to the Stations On the Air section of this site and use the sorting tool to find stations in your state and city.

Multicasting was developed after the first generation of HD Radio tuners hit the market. While all HD Radio tuners will pick up the station's primary digital channel, only radios that are designated multicast-capable will be able to pick up HD2 and any additional subchannels. Multicasting capability has become standard on newer HD Radio tuners, so going forward this feature will be easier to find. Like current FM and AM radio, HD Radio broadcasts are free to the public.

There isn't a single best product. There are hundreds of different products by many different vendors each designed for a specific need. For example, 900 Mhz equipment is slower, but is ideal for non-line of site deployments through buildings and thick foliage. 2.4Ghz equipment is known for its low price, and extended range. The 5.8 Ghz equipment is known for its robust carrier class features and higher capacities.

Because they're digital, HD Radio signals aren't subject to atmospheric interference the way current FM and AM signals are. Background crackle and hiss are eliminated. The effect is similar to the difference between CDs and records. The digital CD signal is free of the surface noise that's always present on LP playback.

Regular FM radio has the ability to produce high fidelity sound under the right reception conditions. FM frequencies require a line-of-site path between the FM transmitter and the receiver. Hisses, pops, static, and fading occurs because FM signals are reflected from obstructions such as buildings -- or from you when you move around the room where your radio is located. HD radio differs by using digital technology.

Our first channel launch is proposed to happen in the next 6 to 12 months. The Moody Radio Conference Channel will feature the best sermons from Moody conferences such as Founders Week, Pastorâ??s Conference, plus Menâ??s and Womenâ??s conferences. From classic to current, around the clock youâ??ll hear stirring speakers like Vance Havner, Stephen Olford, J.Vernon McGee and many more. Our next channel being developed is Moody Radioâ??s Inspirational Music Channel.