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DAB+ | Digital Radio

Highest programme diversity in best quality

Diverse radio landscape through digital programme distribution

ORS is responsible for the Austria-wide expansion and distribution of digital radio programmes. It operates two nationwide and five regional DAB+ multiplexes that broadcast more than 40 digital radio programmes. With a high-quality DAB+ network, ORS reaches around 84 per cent of the Austrian population both nationally and regionally.

~ 84
Per cent

of the Austrian population are already supplied with digital radio via ORS nationwide DAB+ transmitter network

40
Radio programmes

ORS broadcasts over 40 digital radio programmes throughout Austria and regionally in top quality

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DAB+ multiplexes

ORS operates two nationwide and five regional DAB+ multiplexes for the Austria-wide DAB+ transmitter network

Crystal clear sound and digital programme diversity

In addition to its nationwide DAB+ transmitter network covering the entirety of Austria through two national multiplexes, ORS serves as a technical service provider for regional DAB+ coverage. ORS operates five regional DAB+ multiplexes for this purpose. Moreover, ORS manages eight additional multiplexes to extend coverage into Switzerland, Bavaria, and Baden-Württemberg.

DAB+ offers not only a diverse range of programs but also enhances the radio experience with various multimedia services such as electronic program guides, weather maps, news updates, and traffic information. This interactivity makes radio listening more engaging. Additionally, DAB+ ensures excellent digital radio reception "on the road," as all new cars in Austria are now equipped with DAB+ receivers.

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With it's nationwide DAB+ network, ORS reaches 84% of the Austrian population, covering both national and regional areas. Photo: ORS

Our service for your digital radio

In addition to the nationwide DAB+ transmitter network, which covers the whole of Austria via the national multiplex, ORS also acts as a technical service provider for regional DAB+ coverage. To this end, ORS operates a regional DAB+ multiplex in Vienna, which broadcasts 14 programmes in Vienna and the surrounding area. In addition, ORS serves eight further multiplexes for coverage of Switzerland, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.

With its modern DAB+ infrastructure, ORS guarantees customer-specific overall solutions for the digital distribution of its customers' radio programmes: From technical planning, programme supply and multiplexing to market launch.

    What we do for you in concrete terms:

    • Planning: Development of the required terrestrial broadcasting infrastructure and preparation of frequency and coverage concepts. 
    • Procurement: Purchasing advice, process outsourcing and tender management
    • Implementation and technical operation: ongoing operation at the highest service level, as well as maintenance and monitoring using the latest remote monitoring technologies
    • Monitoring: Operational monitoring and professional early warning system
    • Consulting: Development of business models and business plans for market entry
    Contact

    Your contact for our DAB+ services

    Have you got any questions about our services? Our employees are there for you for all concerns around the topic of digital radio.

    Mag. Michael Weber
    Head of Sales, Marketing & Communications
    + 43 664 627 89 06
    Michael Weber