A visitor asks:
"Are people able to start HD radio channels the same way a terrestrial frequency is started? Are we able to have an HD channel of our own? If so, how would we do that?" – Aaron
I’m sorry to disappoint you, but, these technologies are designed to work with AM and FM stations licensed by the Federal Communication Commission (F.C.C.). Unless you can somehow first purchase an AM or FM station of your own, you’ll have to be happy starting an Internet radio station. And, even if you did have the resources to purchase an AM or FM station, it would cost many thousands of dollars for the special equipment upgrades needed to broadcast using this new technology.
What is HD and HD2?
"HD Radio" is actually a brand name created by iBiquity Digital Corp.
HD Radio technology transmits digital audio and data alongside existing AM and FM analog signals, allowing listeners with HD Radio compatible receivers to enjoy near FM and CD-quality sound from AM and FM, respectively, and virtually eliminating the static, hiss, and pops associated with analog radio.
Besides the quality increase, HD2 technology can provide up to two additional channels to existing FM stations. These channels are created digitally within the FM station’s assigned spectrum using a multicasting method.
So, HD Radio is a quality upgrade for both AM and FM and HD2 Radio are additional channels that can be offered by existing FM stations which acquire the technology.
To experience the diversity of formats being created for all these additional channels, visit Clear Channel Radio’s Format Lab where you can listen to dozens of niche programming formats and genres for free! You are almost guaranteed to find something you like.
