New French-language ebook from WorldDAB:
“Mise en place du DAB+”• New French translation of the popular "Establishing DAB+ Digital Broadcast Radio" ebook
• Unique, in-depth guide to regulatory, technical and commercial aspects of establishing DAB+
• Published on World Radio Day, reflecting the impact of broadcast radio
13 February 2024
With DAB+ in France reaching 60% mainland population coverage in the coming weeks, and significant
interest in DAB+ from other French-speaking countries around the globe, WorldDAB is publishing its first
French-language ebook: "Mise en place du DAB+ - la radiodiffusion numérique."
The 118-page publication, free to download from the WorldDAB website, is a French translation of the
popular "Establishing DAB+ Digital Broadcast Radio" ebook, offering a unique, in-depth guide to the
regulatory, technical and commercial aspects of establishing a successful DAB+ digital radio service.
The ebook is published on 13 February to mark UNESCO’s World Radio Day, reflecting broadcast radio’s vital
role as a relatively free and portable public safety net during emergencies, as well as the democratic value of
radio to serve as a connection within underserved groups, and the companionship it can bring as a friendly
voice when needed.
The ebook provides guidance to territories considering adopting DAB+, such as those across Africa and Asia-
Pacific, as well as offering advice for countries which have already started the process, and those who are
nearing permanent service status.
WorldDAB’s President, Jacqueline Bierhorst, said: “With the current rollout of DAB+ across mainland France,
and many countries exploring radio’s digital future, we know the time is right to provide guidance in French
on how to establish DAB+. Through the ebook, WorldDAB offers a stepping stone to learn from experts
around the globe sharing best cases and experiences.”
The book covers the complete DAB+ establishment process from initial interest through to analogue switch-
off. The topics covered include the seven major stages in establishment: (1) initial interest; (2) technical
demonstrations; (3) formal standard adoption and regulation including coverage requirements and
frequency planning; (4) systems planning and design - both transmission and multiplexer network design;
(5) rollout activities including construction, content, receivers, and launch marketing; (6) operations,
including ongoing content development and sustained marketing campaigns; and finally (7) analogue
switch-off.
The ebook is available to read and download for free on WorldDAB’s website, along with many other
factsheets and expert guides on all aspects of deploying DAB+:
https://www.worlddab.org/resources/mise-en-place-du-dab-plus-livre-electroniqueNotes to editors
• The English language version, “Establishing DAB+ digital broadcast radio” remains available for free at:
https://www.worlddab.org/resources/establishing-dab-plus-ebook• WorldDAB’s President, Jacqueline Bierhorst, and Programme Manager for France, Jean-Marc Dubreuil, are
available for interview – contact WorldDAB.
• Proclaimed in 2011 by the Member States of UNESCO and adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in
2012 as a UN International Day, February 13 became World Radio Day (WRD). It celebrates what UNESCO calls
“one of the most dependable and widely utilised forms of media in the world.”
About WorldDAB
WorldDAB is the global industry association responsible for defining and promoting DAB digital radio. By bringing
together radio industry professionals, WorldDAB provides knowledge and expertise that helps countries successfully
adopt and implement broadcast digital radio.
Our 1300+ experts from 117 member organisations in 35 countries across the globe include public and commercial
broadcasters, regulators, network providers and manufacturers of receivers, chips, professional equipment, and
automobiles.
Press contacts
Will Jackson, Communications Manager, WorldDAB
will.jackson@worlddab.org +44 7770 500 874
Jean-Marc Dubreuil, Programme Manager, WorldDAB
jean-marc.dubreuil@worlddab.org +33 6 37 30 86 83