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Audio Distribution Systems

Audio Distribution Systems (ADS-RSLs) are for the transmission of audio content for direct reception within a small restricted area. A licence permits a radio service to be broadcast to a specific closed user group.

ADS-RSLs are not licensed for operation on the FM or AM wavebands, but within other parts of the spectrum.

Audio Distribution Systems are utilised in the following circumstances:
  • for broadcasting services transmitted within a defined site, such as a sports stadium, and include material such as a live commentary or a referee's comments.
  • to broadcast during other one-off events, e.g. commentary and/or translation services at a conference centre or to provide audio descriptions for the visually impaired.
  • for restricted broadcasting services provided at the same site, or at a number of different locations.
  • low power services broadcasting on spectrum other than FM or AM, the access to which has been secured separately.

ads_radioUnder current OFCOM regulations, licence applications can only be made within three months of the proposed licence start period. Applicants must allow a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the required date for the licence to allow time for it to be prepared. Applications received less than 2 weeks to commencement date will result in the Broadcasting Act Licence not being granted in time and the application fees being forfeited.

Radical Radios can supply the whole package: an Audio Distribution System, the Sound Studio and the Scan Radios. Call us today to see how we can help you broadcast your event successfully.