This section reflects some of the questions that we get asked most regularly about DAB digital radio. We've designed the website to be a comprehensive source of information, but if you're looking for a quick answer to a specific question, we hope you'll find it listed below.

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• How can I get better reception?

• Can I use my DAB digital radio abroad?

• Can I listen to UK stations abroad?

• Can I pick up stations from outside my local area?

• My area soon switches to digital TV. Does radio switch at the same time?

• When will analogue radio be switched off?

• Will I need a new aerial?

• How can I get better reception on my handheld DAB digital radio?

  Generally, handheld DAB digital radios require a more robust signal to perform as well as an in-home receiver.
  
  Getting good reception on small personal products is still a significant challenge as this type of product usually has to have the aerial concealed within the headphone cable. As such, the products often need a strong signal in order for them to work reliably.
  
  Keeping the headphone untangled and fully extended and holding it slightly away from your body helps the aerial in the headphone cable and can help improve your reception.

• What should I do if I live in an area with marginal coverage?

• Why have I had poor reception at specific times?

• Will you improve coverage in my area?

• Why are some DAB digital radio stations broadcast in stereo and others in mono?

• Where can I find information about DAB digital radio frequencies?

• Where can I find out more about aerials?

• Why is there a time delay between digital radio and analogue radio?