Munich.
All BMW models can now be equipped with audio systems that
receive digital radio broadcasts from the new digital radio network
in Germany. In early August, some 27 stations began broadcasting,
and the digital network is expanding rapidly to serve all regions
throughout the country. The only prerequisite for receiving digital
radio transmissions in BMW vehicles is the optional DAB tuner that
is available for all models. This receiver can be ordered as an
optional accessory for all BMW series. Starting in 9/2010, BMW
already offered support for DAB/DAB+ radio reception.
BMW customers can now enjoy the new digital programming without any
restrictions. What's more, the digital sound quality is superb –
without any interference, background noise, crackling or fading. The
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB/DAB+) tuner features easy channel
preset and automatic station search functions so that drivers are not
distracted – and this contributes to more traffic safety.
As the digital broadcasting network rapidly expands, the variety and
range of information and entertainment programming will increase, even
including a wide selection of special-interest channels. In Germany,
there are currently 12 nationwide digital broadcasters that are listed
and described on the Internet platform www.digitalradio.de. By
visiting this website listeners can learn more about the “radio
of the future”. In addition to these 12 digital channels, there
is a large number of regional stations that broadcast digital
programming. The transmission range of these channels generally covers
specific states or geographic areas. Local digital channels, the
so-called city broadcasters, round off the digital programming
experience. In metropolitan areas there are now more than 30 digital
radio channels that broadcast programme content in CD audio quality
that can be enjoyed in a BMW equipped with DAB/DAB+. What's more, the
number of digital radio broadcasters continues to rise in Germany.
And when travelling in other European countries, BMW owners and their
passengers also have the pleasure of listening to digital radio in
crystal clear audio quality. In Great Britain, Denmark, Sweden and
Switzerland there is a particularly wide variety of digital channels
to choose from. In many other countries DAB is already a reality
– and it is growing in popularity as the digital transmission
network continues to expand. By offering this digital technology in
all of its models, BMW is playing a leading role in promoting the
“radio of the future”.
