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The article discusses the technological developments in the U.S. radio industry. It cites the move by iBiquity to issue a paper on the methods used to measure the quality of in-band on-channel (IBOC) transmissions in February 2010. The National Radio Systems Committee also introduced the quality-metric called the Modulation Error Ratio (MER) as a standard in the sector.

The article highlights the launch of the AM digital data service (ADDS) for the radio industry. According to the author, the ADDS is a system that would assist radio broadcasters using amplitude modulation (AM) in the transmission of call letters and a station slogan with program-related data at low rate. The system was developed by iBiquity Digital and the NAB Flexible Advanced Services for Television and Radio on All Devices (NAB Fastroad). Other features of the system are described.

The article focuses on the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) development project funded by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) under its Fastroad program. The program is joined by BIA/Kelsey, Broadcast Signal Lab, Unique Interactive of London, England and Ibiquity Digital, the inventor and licensor of HD Radio. Also discussed are the details of the EPG project's Phase One, a radio EPG ecosystem feasibility and the field trials and results in the second phase.

The article focuses on a proposal submitted by the National Power Radio (NPR) and Ibiquity Digital to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for increasing the in-band on-channel (IBOC) power to the 6 decibel (dB) level in 2009. Several changes proposed include the 6dB blanket power increase for all stations except the super-powered stations and the potential for an increase to -10dBc depending on the conditions. Also recommended are the means to resolve harmful interference complaints.

Describes the high definition (HD) Radio technology of Ibiquity. Block diagram of the HD Radio transmission system; Radio exciter technology of Ibiquity; Function of the importer in HD Radio technology.

Deals with the test conducted by WOR Radio, a New York City radio station on the nighttime coverage and resulting interference of the Inband Onchannel (IBOC) system from Ibiquity. Test phases; Measurement of the WOR signal; Noise level observed in the WOR signal; Stability of the digital signal in various routes; Audio and coverage quality of IBOC.

An interview with Jeff R. Detweiler, director for broadcast business development of Ibiquity Digital is presented. When asked where broadcasters stand with the proposed digital level increase, he replied that Ibiquity and the broadcasters proposed that the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) move forward immediately with power increase for commercial stations. He added that the National Public Radio (NPR) declared support for power increase. He found it difficult to hazard a date when FCC will finalize power increase.

The article details the statement of iBiquity Digital that automakers like Toyota, Lexus and Honda are already offering high-definition (HD) radio.

This section offers news briefs posted at the website of the publication Radio Magazine which include the increase in the HD Radio data services across the U.S. according to the digital radio broadcasting iBiquity, the places included in the 2014 Mobile Broadcast Laboratory scheduled by design and transmission audio manufacturer Orban such as New York, Illinois, and Texas, and the acquisition of electronic equipment manufacturer Line 6 by Japanese firm Yamaha.

The article reports on the increase in the cumulative audience of the digital radio broadcasting firm iBiquity Digital in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada based on the 2013 Spring Nielsen Audio Nationwide audience estimates with 4 million people tuned in to the HD2 and HD3 format.

The article reports on the marketing agreement between Ibiquity Digital and Radio Sherpa in 2007. The agreement permits Radio Sherpa, a real-time electronic program guide and search engine for high definition (HD) adio broadcasts and Internet radio, to promote content available from HD Radio multicasts of Ibiquity Digital. The HD Radio online guide is available only in Boston and New York and will cover other parts of the U.S. in the succeeding months.

The author reflects on making Hybrid Digital (HD) Radio successful. He emphasizes that HD Radio is the current front-runner in the successful deployment and acceptance of a wireless digital delivery system for terrestrial radio. According to him, in-band on-channel has not been marketed well by broadcasters, Ibiquity and the receiver manufacturers.

The article presents an overview of four white papers released by Ibiquity on networking assessments for transitioning to Hybrid Digital Radio technology. "HD Radio Data Network Requirements" focuses on integrating and connecting networked components for multicasting. "HD Radio Networking Implementation Recommendations" has suggestions from MTM Technologies on constructing HD Radio. "HD Radio Networking Best Practices" has tips on successfully implementing the technology.

Provides information on the In Bond on Channel (IBOC) technology developed by Ibiquity. Advantages of IBOC receivers; Quality distinction between amplitude modulation (AM) analog and AM IBOC; Claims of consumer media concerning the U.S. Federal Communication Commission's standard.

Focuses on HDC, an audio encoding algorithm developed by Ibiquity Digital and Coding Technologies for the terrestrial digital system. Information on Coding Technologies; Discussion of the coding issue related to the IBOC system; Description of an assessment of the performance of HDC.

Discusses issues related to the radio industry in the U.S. as of September 2003. Information on the HDC audio encoder introduced by Ibiquity in partnership with Coding Technologies; Research project on the effects of communication towers on migratory birds launched by the Federal Communications Commission; Disadvantage of the file sharing feature of the Internet.

Reports on a notice released by the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) subcommittee of the National Radio Systems Committee (NRSC) to its members stating that it is temporarily suspending its standards-setting process in the U.S. and its effect on in-band on-channel (IBOC) digital radio. Concerns that arises on the decision of the DAB subcommittee; Reactions from the members of the NRSC; Statement from Ibiquity Digital, the developer of IBOC digital radio.

Features the Inband Onchannel (IBOC) system of Ibiquity. Reason for the major potential of FM broadcasters to leverage datacasting opportunities; Phases in which the IBOC development process is structured.

Offers views on the radio technology offered by Ibiquity. Difficulty faced by Ibiquity in developing technology to transmit digital radio; Costs involved in licensing the Ibiquity technology; Forecast on the technology.