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 HD? TSPR-2? Multicasting? Streaming? SOUND CONFUSING? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about HD radio technology. Tri States Public Radio HD Broadcasts = Tri States Public Radio (WIUM and WIUW) have embraced HD Radio technology, which sends out high-quality "high-definiation" digital signals. This provides listeners with crystal clear reception and eliminates a lot of the noise and interference associated with analog signals. Tri States Public Radio broadcasts are accessible, free of charge, via an HD Radio. TSPR-2 = Our second broadcast channel accessible to HD radio owners and everyone else online via our fulltime AAA (adult/album/alternative) stream. TSPR-2 offers unique programming that's not heard on Tri States Public Radio's main frequencies. It's a whole new way of experiencing Tri States Public Radio. Multicasting = Tri States Public Radio's HD-2 programming that is broadcast on the air and is accessible via an HD Radio, while simultaneously Tri States Public Radio broadcasts its core programming on 91.3 and 89.5 FM. Streaming = All of Tri States Public Radio's core programming and AAA broadcasts are offered online at tristatesradio.com. Just click on "Listen Live" and you can "stream" the same broadcasts you hear aon the air via your computer. You can hear HD-2 programming even if you don't own an HD Radio. Streaming allows you to access Tri States Public Radio programming any time of the day from anywhere in the world. What are the benefits of HD RAdio technology and HD-2 programming to the Tri State Public Radio Listener? It's 24 hours a day of AAA music radio in addition to the 24 hours of NPR news, classical music, jazz, folk and variety you've come to expect at 91.3 and 89.5. Multicasting gives listeners more programming choices, provides Tri States Public Radio with potential outlets for new programming, and expands our public radio mission. Anyone who streams our broadcasts online can also hear our HD-2 programming. And if you own an HD radio, you can choose between our NPR/Classical service and AAA format by simply turning the dial one notch. Do I need to buy a new radio to hear TSPR-2, the HD-2 channel? Yes. How can you buy an HD Radio? Since HD broadcasts are free and do not require a subscription (as Satellite Radio does), all that you have to do is purchase an HD Radio to enjoy it. The official HD Radio website can provide you with valuable information. Why and when will traditional FM disappear? Traditional FM isn't going anywhere, at least not in the near future. And, if you choose not to get an HD radio, you will still be able to listen to Tri States Public Radio's core service on your radio. Can I hear stations that aren't broadcast in HD on an HD radio? Yes. HD radios receive traditional analog broadcasts from stations that have yet to convert, and digital broadcasts from stations that have converted. Similarly, analog radios will continue to receive the analog portion of the HD broadcast, allowingn for a smooth transition to a digital world. I'd like to "test drive" HD Radio. Is there a way? As a benefit for Tri States Public Radio members, we have a limited supply of tabletop HD radios for those who want to "test drive" TSPR-2. Station members can sign up to check out a radio for a one-month period free of charge. To reserve your turn, contact us at 309/298-1873 or 800/895-2912. |
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