Audio Formats
Radio
Radios in car audio systems evolved from the simple standard mode
analogue receiver that plays music from AM, FM, LW, and MW frequencies
to the more advanced digital radio format which is more sophisticated.
Sounds and data signals are transmitted digitally hence are more distinct
and there are less prone to signal interference.
Radio is the most popular media for people who are often on the road.
It offers a wide selection of music genres and plays the latest hits
in the music scene. Radio stations also provide listeners with a wide
array of useful information such as weather and traffic updates.
Some sophisticated car radio systems of today are capable of receiving
and processing Digital Radio Data. This system makes it easier for you
to browse through hundreds of FM stations, sorted by genre and listen
to only to those you really like. No more skipping tracks unlike in
audio CDs. Also, you can listen only to those topics or discussions
that interest you, or have traffic and weather alerts displayed on your
LCD at regular intervals.
Though car radio systems are often sold pre-installed with cars, you
can find bare-bone systems which consist of a basic radio and cassette
player costing around £35 for the least expensive one to more
or less £70 to £80 for the branded products. You must remember
though that branded names also mean quality and are more reliable than
cheap brands.
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