New frequency change: BR-Radio will listen to Hohenpeißenberg in the future
New frequency change: BR-Radio will listen to Hohenpeißenberg in the future
In September, Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR) conducts far-reaching changes in the frequencies for four of its radio programs in the Hohenpeißenberg region. This measure is the result of the decommissioning of the FM station there, in particular the listeners in the region.
The adjustments come into force from September 17 and could make it necessary to set up their devices again for countless radio listeners. The BR has announced that programs Bayern 1, Bayern 2, Bayern 3 and BR classics will only be broadcast via DAB+, digital audio broadcasting technology. This change promises a larger variety of programs and higher sound quality for the listeners.
reasons for the change of frequency
The decommissioning of the Hohenpeißenberg VMH station takes place out of economic considerations and the desire to increase energy efficiency in the spread of the programs. This is part of a trend in the media industry that is increasingly focusing on digital transmission paths. The decision to change the frequencies was made after careful consideration in order to offer the listeners the best possible reception quality.
The region, which is affected by the Hohenpeißenberger broadcaster, includes parts of the Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen districts, Fürstenfeldbruck, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Landsberg am Lech, Starnberg and Weilheim-Schongau. For many of these listeners, there may be options for receiving programs on other transmitters such as in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Oberammergau, Duke or Pfronten. It remains to be seen how well these alternatives can close the gap that arises from the FM cut-off.
In the future, the BR programs can continue to be received via the Wendelstein and Grünten FM channels, which ensures a certain continuity in the reception. Nevertheless, the changeover to DAB+ is an important step into the future of radio transmission.
The BR changes must be perceived by the listeners as a step towards digital media landscape. The changeover could also be an opportunity for the region to deal more intensively with the advantages of digital media and use new technologies.
For those who hear radio regularly, registration for regional newsletters is also recommended to stay up to date on current developments. These newsletters also offer information about resistance and changes within the Schongau region.
In view of the upcoming changes, it is important to recognize the relevance of digital technologies for the future of radio. While the transition could initially be perceived as disturbing, the DAB+technology offers numerous advantages that could improve the listening experience in the long term.