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For receivers at least, you can use some open source software to decode HD radio using an SDR, but the market for open source transmitter software is almost inf
by geerlingguy 4y ago
For receivers at least, you can use some open source software to decode HD radio using an SDR, but the market for open source transmitter software is almost infinitesimally smaller. Plus it would be much easier to find and punish a station transmitting HD without a license.
I know my Dad has a lot of experience on both sides of the licensing (both large radio conglomerates and smaller independent broadcasters) and I think having a discussion on the history and implementation of HD Radio in the US could make a good follow-up video at some point.
- cf100clunk 4y ago> it would be much easier to find and punish a station transmitting HD without a license If I'm understanding you, a clean sheet implementation of "HD Radio-compatible" digital broadcasting using open source and open hardware techniques over a federally licensed station would contravene the proprietary system's license?
- geerlingguy 4y agoUnfortunately proving that nothing is infringing on whatever patents Ibiquity created would likely be difficult and/or expensive, and since most indie broadcasters are still happy to just broadcast analog-only for the time being, there's not a lot of will to fight for it.