NSW: Digital broadcasts begin in Sydney

AAP General News (Australia)
12-18-2003
NSW: Digital broadcasts begin in Sydney

Digital radio has begun transmission in Sydney for the first time in Australia's 80-year
history of broadcasting.

Communications minister DARYL WILLIAMS yesterday flicked the switch to send the broadcasts
of 11 stations through a VHS format for 18 months.

Initially 100 people will be selected to listen to the broadcast via specially made
receivers not yet available in Australia.

Commercial Radio Australia, which is co-ordinating the broadcast of the 11 Sydney radio
networks, is hoping the digital radio will succeed because of improved reception and clarity
of sound.

The service also enables listeners to retrieve extra information such as song and artist
titles, sport and news updates and weather reports.

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