CML Micro Expands DRM1000 broadcast receiver module with integrated Journaline availability and first customer starts mass production in India

CML Micro Expands DRM1000 broadcast receiver module with integrated Journaline availability and first customer starts mass production in India

11 September 2025

Feature-complete firmware simplifies deployment and unlocks advanced services for digital radio receivers across the world

CML Micro Systems, a leading developer of mixed-signal, RF, and microwave semiconductors for global communications markets, announces a major feature expansion for its flagship DRM1000 broadcast receiver module. The full production firmware release now includes as standard, easy access to the Journaline® advanced text application data, developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer IIS. In addition to this feature enhancement, CML Micro and Fraunhofer IIS have agreed that the DRM1000 will include a license to use the unique IP that underpins the Journaline specification.

This upgrade makes the DRM1000 a turnkey, production-ready solution for consumer digital radio manufacturers; with key audio and multimedia decoding capabilities included. In addition, data access, and IP license provisions made ready out of the box, enable faster, more cost-effective deployment of digital radio receivers worldwide without impacting the overall cost for manufacturers.

"Our goal has always been to make digital radio deployment simpler, faster and more cost-effective for manufacturers," said Matthew Phillips, Product Line Director for Broadcast and Maritime, at CML Micro. "By including easy Journaline data access, and IP licensing as part of the DRM1000, we eliminate any IP related hassles and deliver a complete, ready-to-ship platform to our customers around the world and to the 'BRICS and the Global South' countries in particular; where DRM radio broadcasting is now the most widely adopted mass market standard."

Journaline is the internationally standardised text information service for Digital Radio Mondale (DRM) and Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB+). Delivered alongside live audio or as a stand-alone data application, it offers structured and convenient access to multilingual, graphics-enhanced news, sports, weather, flight updates, programme information, and even radio-based schooling for pupils in remote areas, directly to any Journaline-enabled radio, without needing Internet access. Moreover, Journaline is a key part of DRM's Emergency Warning Functionality (EWF), which is attracting strong interest from broadcasters and governments worldwide.

"We are delighted to partner with CML Micro to integrate Journaline functionality with ready-to-deploy content access into the DRM1000 platform, with technology royalties being taken care of for the radio set manufacturers. This makes it easier for manufacturers to deliver innovative and compelling digital radio services and receiver solutions to listeners worldwide. We look forward to a fruitful long-term relationship that will benefit all parties", says Alexander Zink, Chief Business Development Manager for Digital Radio and Broadcast Applications at Fraunhofer IIS.

The new DRM1000 firmware release has already gained traction with customers. Solar Grove Solutions in collaboration with Alongside Tech LLC has selected the DRM1000 as the heart of its N88 Portable Radio, manufactured in India for national and international markets. India represents the world's largest DRM broadcast deployment to date and the N88 will be available through a network of channel partners and distributors across the region.

"Alongside Tech, LLC is thrilled about the upcoming launch of the N88 Portable DRM Radio," says Douglas Gregson, Founder, Alongside Tech, LLC. "This affordable and efficient device is a game-changer for the radio industry, providing a much-needed, straightforward way to deliver DRM audio, emergency warnings, and e-learning media and we believe this product is perfectly positioned to enable broadcasters to make the transition from analogue to digital radio."

"The N88 isn't just a device, it's a mission and we believe learning and vital information should not be limited by geography or infrastructure," said Joel Templeton, CEO for Solar Grove Solutions. "This device is a testament to what's possible when purpose-driven design meets global collaboration. We're thrilled to bring the N88 to the world."

The N88 Radio will be commercially available from October 2025. To mark these exciting developments, Matthew Philips will be supporting a series of events organised by the Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) Consortium, at IBC from 12 – 19 September in Amsterdam. This will include an event at the Fraunhofer IIS booth in Hall 8, booth 80 on 13 September at 16:00.  To arrange to see a live demonstration of the DRM1000 during the IBC event please get in touch.

(Press Release)

Picture courtesy Solar Grove Solutions

New NGA-601 DRM/AM/FM Receiver

Picture courtesy https://www.newgleecorp.com

Chengdu Newglee Technology Co. Ltd., from Chengdu, China has introduced a new DRM receiver NGA-601. Designed for professional use, it has several innovative features including 3.5" IPS color touch screen & geo tagged reception log. The product is not ready for retail yet & will go into mass production very soon.

Further details available at : 

https://www.newgleecorp.com/products/nga-601-drm-am-fm-receiver/

Enquiries to : Cathy Gu, Marketing Manager gujx@newgleecorp.com

Important Update for Starwaves W2401 DRM Receiver

Important Update for Starwaves W2401 DRM Receiver

Starwaves has relaased a new software update V,539991 for W-2401 DRM receiver. Please note that the DRM decoding functionality may not work after 31 December 2024 without installation of this release.

Please download from :

  https://www.starwaves.com/updates/539991/Update539991.rar 

Unrar both files to the root folder of a USB memory stick (NOT external hard disk!) and install. For this you switch the radio on and wait until it is in normal operation. Then you plugin your memory stick and wait until the radio turns off, then unplug USB stick and then switch on the radio. Press the INFO button and verify the new release version (should show 539991).

(Courtesy : Starwaves)

Minimum Receiver Requirements for DRM Receivers - Updated 31st Oct '22

Minimum Receiver Requirements for DRM Receivers 

Version 4.2 

Updated - 31st October 2022  

Download here : https://www.drm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/MRR_v4.2.pdf

New DRM receiver by Starwaves

At the DRM pre IBC event on 6th Sept'22, Starwaves unveiled a new retro looking DRM receiver 'DRM W2401', which will be available for pre-order on vaious platforms by Oct'22, delivery starts from Feb'23 onwards.

It will be available in two versions, school edition with multimedia server and wifi will cost 99 euros.

AVION DRM DIGITAL RECEIVER PRICES SLASHED !

New Delhi, Jan 28, 2019  :  Communications Systems Inc., the manufacturer of the Avion DRM digital receiver AV-1401, has slashed price of their DRM digital receiver by almost 50%.The upgraded model of Avion DRM receiver AV-DR-1401 with a new PCB design, enhanced sensitivity and improved FM signal is now avalable at Rs.6599 + Taxes. This price is for sale in India only.

The screen benefits from a change of the front lens into crystal die giving an improvement to the big LCD window. The manufacturer has also upgraded the software for the Emergency Warning Functionality, so that it can be used when the receiver is in standby as well.

Moreover, the receiver is now able to pick up weaker signals delivering those in better digital audio quality. Improvements have been done also on the antenna by providing a complete new design.

Currently the new receiver can be bought by contacting the manufacturer at info@avionelectronics.in

In future, this receiver will also be available through e-commerce sites online.

(Alokesh Gupta)

Here's the official press release :

Gospell GR-216 DRM receiver at Convergence India 2018

The latest DRM (Digital Radio Mondiale) receiver GR-216 from Gospell was on display at Convergence India Expo, New Delhi during 7-9 March 2018

Launched in 1992, the Convergence India series of expo is credited as South Asia's largest ICT expo.

Convergence India is the only platform in this region which demonstrates convergence of technologies in Telecom, IT, Broadcast and Digital media sectors.

The expo showcases latest trends and technologies related to Telecom, Broadcast, Cable and Satellite TV, Cloud & Big Data, IoT, Digital Homes, Mobile devices, Film and Radio, Content Creation, Management and Delivery, etc. and also provides engagement with digital innovators, international business gurus, telecom and broadcasting czars, leaders from IT & Internet and IoT industries.

A Streamlined Approach to DRM Receiver Design

Software defined radio turns digital radio reception into an application

ALEXANDER ZINK AND MARTIN SPEITEL

Software Defined Radio (SDR) turns the hardwired, task-specific and very elaborate chip development of the past into a flexible software-based design running on a generic, efficient and mass-produced hardware platform. It is not a new concept, but it is becoming a reality in more and more technical systems. Digital radio receivers are one major example for SDR technology, because modern processor platforms offer enough computing power to build almost the complete radio functionality in software.

Full story at :

https://www.radioworld.com/tech-and-gear/a-streamlined-approach-to-drm-receiver-design

Digital Radio Mondiale: First DRM+, multi-standard receiver and new lower cost, durable DRM Receiver unveiled at IBC

Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) has got off to a flying start at this year's IBC event in Amsterdam. IBC is the leading global tradeshow for broadcasters and media professionals and attracts over 150,000 visitors every year from over 160 countries worldwide.

DRM's first event was hosted by key Consortium member, GatesAir. They unveiled their DRM+ G4 Exgine card offering a quick DRM digital upgrade solution for their range of Flexiva FM transmitters, developed in association with another leading DRM Consortium member, RFmondial.  During this event, two new DRM receivers, including the first DRM+ receiver were displayed to the public.

New Consortium member, Gospell Digital Technology presented the GR-216 which works in DRM30, AM and FM stereo. The other receiver unveiled today, PatronX Titus II offers an SDR android tablet solution for DRM and analogue, being in effect both a DRM+ and a multi-standard receiver. These new radios demonstrate the growing interest from receiver manufacturers in producing DRM capable solutions.  As part of the event an Avion DRM digital radio was offered as a prize.

(Press Release)

Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) Key Stakeholders Make More Exciting Announcements at IBC 2016

On day two of IBC, the leading global trade show for broadcasters and media professionals from over 160 countries worldwide, Digital Radio Mondiale members introduced new transmitter deployments and receiver developments.

The first DRM event on Saturday (10th September) was hosted by Thomson Broadcast who emphasised the return on investment and cost-effective nature of investing in DRM transmitters.  Key representatives of RRI, the public broadcaster in Indonesia, and WECODEC, a non-profit organisation serving disadvantaged communities in South Africa, enriched the event with their understanding of DRM benefits for their own countries.

In the afternoon, Nautel hosted their now traditional Saturday afternoon DRM event.  Among the highlights this year was the announcement that in Europe, Antenna Hungaria (the national network operator in Hungary), have recently placed an order for a 2 megawatt DRM MW transmitter.  The Nautel representative in India also announced that All India Radio had demonstrated further confidence in the company and ordered another six DRM capable transmitters to supplement the existing thirty-five DRM transmitters currently delivering the largest digital radio project in the world.

The participants at both events had the opportunity to see and listen to receivers and software solutions demonstrated at IBC by Gospell, PantronX (Titus II), Avion, Radio Haugaland and Fraunhofer IIS.

There will be one more opportunity for delegates to win an Avion DRM digital radio at DRM's final event hosted by Ampegon and Transradio, (Hall 8 D35) on "Digital Shortwave Transmission" on Sunday 11th September 1400 to 1500.  It will be supported by Babcock International's live BBC DRM transmission on 7240 kHz, 15.30-1630 (CET) 13.30 – 14.30 (GMT).

Gospell announces the imminent release of GR-216 DRM/AM/FM digital radio

Chengdu, China, September 05, 2016 - Gospell, a leading supplier of pay TV system and equipment, satellite TV receiving products and microwave products, is delighted to announce the imminent release of GR-216 DRM/AM/FM digital radio, the first model in its Global Radio series range of tabletop radio. The product is designed to meet the demands of easy access to high quality information for cost-sensitive market at an affordable price.

GR-216 is equipped to receive DRM broadcast, as well as traditional FM with RDS and AM in medium wave band and shortwave band. Featuring a high performance DRM/AM/FM tuner, GR-216 provides noise-free reception of even the weakest stations. It supports the latest audio compression standard xHE-AAC and traditional HE-AAC as well as SBR and parametric stereo.

Besides the built-in whip antenna and ferrite bar antenna, dedicated AM/FM external antenna terminals with switch are located on the rear side of the radio, this will help those who live or work in a metal or concrete building and enjoy listening to a radio.

This unique radio will automatically turn itself on and initiate its emergency-tuning process when the Emergency Warning Broadcasting is engaged. The radio will enlarge its volume, flash the backlight, play siren sound and tune itself to the emergency program.

In addition to DRM program recording, AM/FM are also supported. Recorded program will be stored on the attached USB pen drive and can be played back on other devices such as a phone or a tablet. The GR216 also includes a scheduler which allows the user to schedule regular and unattended recordings for their favorite radio program.

The built-in high-quality 3 inch full-range speaker with enlarged magnet provides outstanding audio performance and room filling sound. With the help of state-of-the-art audio processing technology, GR-216 includes separate bass, mid and treble tone controls and a graphics equalizer, users can tailor the sound to their taste. We've provided an output for headphones along with an audio output on the rear side of the radio for line recording or to connect GR-216 as a radio tuner to a home audio system.

As a tabletop radio, GR-216 features dual independent alarm clocks with sleep timer. The alarm clock allows for once, daily, weekday and weekend settings. The alarm can be adjusted to the volume you prefer with buzzer or radio stations.

All aspects of set-up, time and program information are clearly shown through an easy to read large LCD display with white backlight, which is paired with an intuitive rotary control, enabling quick and easy navigation. The display brightness and contrast can be adjusted for a comfortable night's sleep.

"GR-216 is designed with the purpose and vision of providing easy access to high quality information, while utilizing a simple and intuitive user interface". Said Haochun Liu, director of DRM development department, Gospell. "With the help of a carefully design and concrete quality, GR-216 will be a durable device that supports long-term use."

For additional information, please visit www.gospell.com or contact Gospell sales at haojq@gospell.com

About Gospell

Founded in 1993, Gospell Digital Technology Co Ltd (GOSPELL). is a private hi-tech enterprise with R&D, manufacturing, business consultancy and planning, trade, delivery, project implementation and after sales service, acting as a complete DTV and triple-play solution provider for Digital TV/OTT related projects. Headquartered in GOSPELL INDUSTRIAL PARK at Chenzhou, Hunan Province for CPE related production manufacturing, GOSPELL also has its office in Shenzhen for business/marketing management and administration, in Chengdu for R&D and headend/transmitter system production/debugging and Customer Service Center, and in 12 cities in China as well as international offices in India, Africa and Mexico.

(DRM Consortium Press Release)

New DRM receiver Titus II presented by TWR at HFCC Miami

Among the items on the agenda for the HFCC Conference posted by WRMI on FB was the "first-ever presentation of a new digital shortwave receiver capable of picking up stations from around the world in crystal-clear quality."

On 23rd August my good friend and DRM enthusiast Christopher broke the news about the new DRM receiver being presented by Trans World Radio at HFCC, Miami

http://drmnainfo.blogspot.in/2016/08/twr-presents-titus-ii-drm-radio-at-hfcc.html

Here are further details and specifications :

Titus II - The Complete SDR Solution

The computing power of a quad-core tablet, the sensitivity of a high performance RF tuner and a high fidelity audio amplifier: all combined in one portable, and affordable, package. Runs any Android app: web browsing, email, games and education software. Plus, load standardized plug-ins for enhanced RF functions.

Features:

● Quad-core ARM A53 processor @ 1.2 GHz

● Android 5+/6+/Remix

● 1 GB RAM

● 8 GB FLASH

● 7" TFT (1024 x 600)

● 5 point Capacitive touch panel

● 5 Watt Stereo Audio

● High capacity Li-poly battery

● HDMI output

● USB OTG Connector

● WiFi/Bluetooth

● Optional Camera

● SD Slot

Features  :

Built-in RF tuner:

● High sensitivity

● Low noise

● Wideband : (100KHz to 2 GHz)

● Balanced tuned ferrite antenna (MW)

● Built-in Whip

● Jack for external antenna

Software:

● Demodulation software for AM, FM, Digital and SSB

● Open source software Radio libraries

● WiFi hotspot – Share RF broadcast and files.

Miscellaneous:

External function buttons:

Volume+, Volume-, Tune+, Tune -, Set.

Top mounted for easy access even with cover in place.

Built in microphone.

External jack for earphone/microphone

Power: +5 VDC,

World-wide adapters available

Receiver has been developed by PantronX, Inc, Panama , web : http://titusradio.com

India's first Digital Radio DRM receiver AV-DR-1401 is now available on amazon.in

India's first Digital Radio DRM receiver AV-DR-1401 is now available on amazon.in

Supprts xHE-AAC code, DRM text messages, Scrolling messages, Service mode , AFS (Alternate Frequency Switching), 10 hour power back on single charge, 3.7V @6000mAh Li-Pol battery (Lead Free), 3.5" TFT LCD capable of rendering more than 1,000,000 colors, DRM Emergency Warning alerts ( even if the radio is OFF) ,Digital Audio output, Journaline data, Program recording , EPG (Electronic Program Guide),MOT Slide show.

Amazon.in links :

Granite Color : http://tinyurl.com/qj4zgqs

Blue  : http://tinyurl.com/nkxmyat

If you are ordering our of India please contact : ankit@avionelectronics.in

Official website of Avion Electronics : http://www.avionelectronics.in/

Specifications

3.5" TFT LCD
320 x 480 Resolution
Stereo Speakers and Headphones
FM : 87.5-108 MHz
DRM/AM : SW 2.3-27 MHz
DRM/AM : MW 522-1720 MHz
Adjustable Tuning Speed
Adjustable MW Step 9/10 kHz
DRM AFS
MPEG Audio Signal
Digital Audio Output
10 Hours Battery Backup
DC in 5V 1000mA
Built in Li-Pol Rechargable Battery
3.7 @ 6000 Mah Battery
3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Jack
Micro SD Card Slot
DRM Audio Input AAC+
CELP/HVXC/SBR
External Antenna Jack 3.5 mm
Speaker 3.5" 4 Ohms 3W
Detachable Remote Control

Key Features

DRM/AM/FM Stereo Reception
MW/SW/FM Bands
DRM Journaline Data
DRM Scrolling Text
DRM Program Recording
Auto Scan and Manual Tuning
DRM Emergency Warning
Unicode Character Support
100 Station Memory
Music/Photos playback from Micro SD Card
Multiple Language Support
Realtime Clock
MOT Slideshow
Service Mode
DRM AFS
Battery Indicator

(Alokesh Gupta, New Delhi, 9818449395)

Three Ways to Ensure Digital Receiver Viability

Brilliant piece by  Digital Radio Mondiale Chair and head of Digital Radio Development in the BBC World Service Group on what do we need to do to ensure the success of digital receivers....

 

Read the full story at :

http://www.radioworld.com/default.aspx?tabid=75&entryid=10357

India made DRM Receiver to Hit Market in October

Avion Electronics, a Communication Systems Inc. brand, unveiled the first, ready-to-ship, India-made Digital Radio Mondiale receiver at IBC2015, during an event hosted at the Fraunhofer IIS booth.

According to the disclosed technical specifications, the final version of the AV-DVR-1401 supports DRM in both shortwave and medium-wave bands, analog medium wave as well as analog FM with RDS, and will display images and information on a 3.5-inch TFT color LCD unit.

"The first batch of 2,000 pieces will be delivered in October, and a second batch is expected by the end of 2015. There is a firm commitment from the Indian government toward DRM, and we see a growing interest in both radio stations and consumers."

Avion's AV DVR 1401 DRM receiver is scheduled to go on sale through Amazon India as of October 2015 for $175.

— Davide Moro

Full story at :

http://www.radioworld.com/article/drm-receiver-to-hit-market-in-october/277136

New DRM receiver from India, Avion AV-DR-1401 - up & close

Here are few pictures of the new DRM receiver from India, Avion AV-DR-1401, please note these pics are from the working prototype that was assembled at short notice for IBC 2014, the final product may/will differ from this. The receiver is expected to hit the market by December 2014.

Specifications

3.5" TFT LCD

320 x 480 Resolution

Stereo Speakers and Headphones

FM : 87.5-108 MHz

DRM/AM : SW 2.3-27 MHz

DRM/AM : MW 522-1720 MHz

Adjustable Tuning Speed

Adjustable MW Step 9/10 kHz

DRM AFS

MPEG Audio Signal

Digital Audio Output

10 Hours Battery Backup

DC in 5V 1000mA

Built in Li-Pol Rechargable Battery

3.7 @ 6000 Mah Battery

3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Jack

Micro SD Card Slot

DRM Audio Input AAC+

CELP/HVXC/SBR

External Antenna Jack 3.5 mm

Speaker 3.5" 4 Ohms 3W

Detachable Remote Control

Key Features

DRM/AM/FM Stereo Reception

MW/SW/FM Bands

DRM Journaline Data

DRM Scrolling Text

DRM Program Recording

Auto Scan and Manual Tuning

DRM Emergency Warning

Unicode Character Support

100 Station Memory

Music/Photos playback from Micro SD Card

Multiple Language Support

Realtime Clock

MOT Slideshow

Service Mode

DRM AFS

Battery Indicator

Official site of Communication Systems Inc.

http://www.avionelectronics.in/digital-radio-2248521.html

 

DRM Consortium press release

http://www.drm.org/?p=3452

 

DRM Launches India Receiver

By Davide Moro, Radio World International

 

http://www.c2meworld.com/management/drm-launches-india-receiver/

 

Exclusive interview with Indian DRM manufacturer Ankit Agrawal

 

http://drmnainfo.blogspot.in/2014/10/exclusive-interview-with-indian-drm.html#more

 

 

 

Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) Announces at IBC 2014 First DRM Receiver produced in India

At IBC on Friday 12^th September the DRM Consortium launched the first DRM AM model receiver produced in India for India and for global use.

 

The AV-DR -1401 designed and produced by Communications Systems Inc under the brand name Avion Electronics of India (www.avionelectronics.in) is a digital DRM SW, MW, as well as analogue AM and FM receiver with stereo reception, offering some of the extra features that make digital superior to analogue: more choice in perfect sound (MPEG audio), multimedia applications and local interactive text and media (Journaline), automatic tuning by station, not frequency, emergency alert capability etc.

 

The receiver was unveiled at the first DRM 'Pit-stop' on Friday 12^th September at the Ampegon stand (Hall 8:D35). It was subsequently showcased on Saturday 13^th September at Thomson Broadcast, the second 'Pit stop' event (Hall 8:C35) and  at the "tell and show" event organised by DRM Consortium member Nautel Ltd (Hall 8:C49). At their session 'Building to a Billion and Beyond', Nautel representatives and other Consortium companies from India and around the world gave an update on the digital project in India and participants could sample the excellent sound of the new DRM receiver model.

 

Ankit Agrawal, Director of Communications Systems Inc which produced the new model was thrilled with the interest created by the DRM radio: "Our receiver performed very well and its audio quality, extra features and ease of use received a lot of positive feedback.  IBC participants particularly liked the extended battery life of the receiver and its emergency warning capability.  With small adjustments we plan to make the receiver available for order in the next few months."

 

Ruxandra Obreja, the Consortium Chairman, says that: "We are very pleased with the exciting announcement on this new Indian receiver. With sufficient orders and support it could do very well and start the receiver ball rolling demonstrating that global, green and extremely cost-effective DRM is not just the future of digital radio but a reality for listeners now."

 

Other DRM members present at IBC are: Digidia, Fraunhofer IIs, GatesAir, RFmondial and Transradio.

 

​

AV-DR -1401 www.avionelectronics.in

 

 

About DRM

Digital Radio Mondiale™ (DRM) is the universal, openly standardised digital broadcasting system for all broadcasting frequencies.

The DRM standard comprises of two major configurations: 'DRM30' intended for broadcasts on short, medium and long wave up to 30 MHz and providing large coverage areas and low power consumption. The configuration for the VHF bands above 30 MHz is called 'DRM+', tailored for local and regional coverage with broadcaster-controlled transmissions.

All DRM configurations share the same audio coding, data and multimedia services, service linking, multiplexing and signalling schemes. DRM provides high quality sound combined with a wealth of enhanced features : Surround Sound, Journaline text information, Slideshow, EPG and data services.

For more information and DRM updates please visit www.drm.org or subscribe to DRM news by writing to pressoffice@drm.org.  Click here for the Newsletter with all the latest DRM news from around the world.

(DRM Consortium Press Release)

Indian made digital receivers will serve Indian and other countries

MUMBAI: In the South Asian continent, apart from India, there is not much happening when it comes to analog to digital airwave transition. Now the Digital Radio Mondiale Consortium (DRM) has decided to turn its attention towards India until the whole of All India Radio (AIR) is digitised. But there is another reason why the DRM is focused solely on India.

More at :

http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news/indian-made-digital-receivers-will-serve-indian-and-other-countries#story

Comcon and RFmondial to deliver DRM professional monitoring receivers for India’s digital radio program

New Delhi (India), Hannover (Germany) (10/09/13)

Comcon, a leading solution provider to the broadcast and media industry in India, will deliver 36 DRM professional monitoring receivers manufactured by Germany's RFmondial, a leading manufacturer of DRM transmitter and receiver equipment. The delivery is one important component within the US$ 300 Million worth investment program of India's public radio All India Radio (AIR) to switch from analogue to digital radio broadcasting. Currently in production, the professional monitoring receiver model RFmondial RF-SE will be operational at 36 transmitter sites until the mid 2014.

RF-SE is a professional digital radio monitoring and measurement receiver, which is available in different models depending on the desired application. The outstanding reception characteristics are based on a high-performance frontend with preselector filter banks and a digital direct-down conversion system approach. After the well-proven digital base-band decoder various modular blocks like RSCI capability, audio and multimedia decoder, alarm feature, and RFmonitor connector are available to suite the specific needs of the desired application. Furthermore, the advanced graphical user interface is accessible via a web-browser and hence provides the operator access to all measurement data, but also to audio and multimedia streaming of

the current radio program on air.

More at :

http://tinyurl.com/36rfse

Portable DRM+ Radio Receiver

The University of Kaiserslautern and the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits in Erlangen, Germany, have developed a prototype portable DRM+ receiver from commercially available parts.

 

More at :

http://www.rwonline.com/article/portable-drm-radio-receiver--/218518