The hottest new thing in sound is called HD Radio technology. And what it does for radio is the same thing that HDTV does for TV - it makes it light years better. The best way to describe the difference is when you listen to FM, you’ll think you’re listening to a CD. WCVE Public Radio HD1 brings you CD-quality sound into your home and car, and WCVE News/Talk HD2 gives you crystal-clear commentary and all the information you need, without all the static and pops.
HD RADIO FAQs
What is WCVE Public Radio HD?
We are please to offer two choices: WCVE Public Radio HD1 is the same programming you have come to enjoy over the years, only in a high-quality digital form. You will need a HD Radio to receive the digital signal. We also offer WCVE News/Talk HD2. Programs include “BBC World Service,” “The Diane Rehm Show,” “Bob Edwards Weekend” and “The Tavis Smiley Show.” You will need a HD Radio to receive this channel, or go to ideastations.org/radio/stream/hd2 to listen online.
Will I need a new radio to get WCVE Public Radio?
To continue receiving the present analog WCVE Public Radio audio, no. To pick-up the new digital broadcasts, including WCVE News/Talk HD2, yes.
How much will the new HD radios cost?
HD radios are becoming increasingly affordable as additional models are introduced and competition increases. Many big-box vendors currently stock HD Radios.
How is an HD Radio different from a regular FM radio?
The digital signal is less vulnerable to reception problems. You hear only clean, clear, rich sounds.
Can everyone in WCVE Public Radio’s listening area hear the two radio channels?
Unfortunately, no. In order to maximize the sound quality for both analog and digital listeners, the HD Radio signals are broadcast at a limited power level. The further away the HD Radio is from one of our towers, the more likely the HD Radio may drop out. Adjusting your antennae to its most-optimal position will also increase your ability to connect with a strong signal. Recently, the FCC has permitted us to increase our power by an additional 6%.
Do I have to pay more to hear more choices?
Absolutely not…HD Radio technology is not a subscriptions service, like satellite radio. It is the same free, over-the-air broadcasting that you’ve always known, only better.
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HD Radio Provides:
- 2 stations from WCVE Public Radio with CD-quality sound
- Crystal-clear receptions with no audio distortion
- New kinds of programs not offered on our analog signal
- More talk and information that you’re plugged into
- Reception is free, with no subscription costs
