RDS

Radio Data System

By: Dietmar Kopitz, Bev Marks

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Hardcover | 31 October 1998

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Providing access to information on RDS technology, specifications and implementation, this text uses a step-by-step approach to overview the background, techniques, capabilities and limits of these systems. It references and explains enhancements to RDS and RDS-TMC technology and includes a description of RDS-TMC and its implementation as pursued by the European Commission; a discussion solution-enhancing alternative radio data systems; and information about RDS implementation held by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and the RDS reform.

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Foreword	p. xvii
Acknowledgments	p. xix
RDS System and Applications Overview	p. 1
Introduction	p. 1
Objectives to be Achieved With RDS	p. 1
Historical Development	p. 2
Evolution of the RDS Standards	p. 10
Europe	p. 10
United States	p. 21
System Maintenance and Promotion	p. 22
RDS Forum: a Worldwide Association of RDS Users	p. 23
The United States: NAB and EIA/CEMA	p. 23
Usage of RDS Worldwide	p. 25
Europe	p. 25
The Special Case of Central and East European Countries	p. 26
United States/Canada/Mexico	p. 26
Other Countries	p. 27
System Characteristics	p. 28
Choice of Modulation Parameters	p. 28
Choice of Baseband Coding	p. 30
Message Format and Addressing	p. 31
Applications of RDS	p. 31
Data Capacity Impact on Applications	p. 34
System Performance and Reliability	p. 35
References	p. 36
Differences Between RDS and RBDS	p. 39
Introduction	p. 39
The RDS Component Within RBDS	p. 39
Details About the Differences	p. 43
Programme TYpe (PTY) Definitions	p. 43
Programme Identification (PI) Coding	p. 45
Programme Service (PS) name	p. 46
Fast PS Acquisition: Phased Out	p. 47
Optional Multiplexing of RDS and MMBS: Offset Word E	p. 47
Optional ID Logic Feature	p. 49
Optional ODA Emergency Alert System	p. 49
Option for Adding an AM Radio Data System	p. 49
Location/Navigation Information Deleted	p. 50
Use of the RDS Logos	p. 50
Conclusions	p. 51
References	p. 53
RDS Features Serving as Tuning Aids	p. 55
Introduction	p. 55
Basic RDS Features	p. 55
Programme Identification--PI	p. 56
Broadcasting Conventions	p. 59
Reception	p. 61
Programme Service (PS) name	p. 62
Alternative Frequency list--AF	p. 64
Traffic Programme (TP) flag	p. 67
Slow Labelling Codes	p. 69
Extended Country Code (ECC)	p. 69
Language Code	p. 71
References	p. 72
Radio Programme-Related RDS Features	p. 73
Introduction	p. 73
Programme TYpe (PTY)	p. 74
PTY-SEARCH Mode	p. 79
PTY-SELECTION Mode	p. 79
PTY-STANDBY Mode	p. 79
PTY-STORE Mode	p. 80
PTY-ALARM Function and Testing	p. 80
Programme TYpe Name (PTYN)	p. 80
Radio Text (RT)	p. 81
Decoder Identification (DI) and Programme TYpe Identification (PTYI)	p. 85
Programme Item Number (PIN)	p. 89
References	p. 91
Additional Information Features	p. 93
Introduction	p. 93
Clock Time (CT)	p. 93
Enhanced Other Networks (EON)	p. 96
Alternative Frequency Information	p. 98
PIN and PTY Information	p. 99
PS Information	p. 99
TP/TA Information	p. 101
In-House (IH) and Transparent Data Channel (TDC)	p. 101
Emergency Warning System (EWS)	p. 101
References	p. 104
Traffic Information Services	p. 107
Introduction	p. 107
RDS Traffic Services: Using the TP/TA Features	p. 107
RDS Traffic Services: Using the EON and TP/TA Features	p. 109
A Traffic Event Scenario	p. 109
Clever Signalling	p. 113
Update Messages Content	p. 113
Receiver Reactions	p. 114
References	p. 115
Intelligent Transport Systems and RDS-TMC	p. 117
Introduction	p. 117
Strategic and Policy Issues	p. 118
Market Trends for Telematics Terminal Equipment	p. 118
Safety Aspects of Presentation of Traffic and Travel Information in Moving Vehicles	p. 121
RDS-TMC	p. 122
Objectives to be Achieved	p. 122
History of the RDS-TMC Development	p. 122
The Pan-European Service Objective and the Memoranda of Understanding	p. 124
Institutional Challenges of RDS-TMC Service Provision	p. 125
RDS-TMC Standards	p. 130
Data Formats of the TMC Feature	p. 132
Principles of RDS-TMC Event Coding	p. 137
Principles of RDS-TMC Location Reference Coding	p. 139
Example for Constructing an RDS-TMC Message	p. 143
RDS Encoders and the EBU/UECP	p. 143
RDS-TMC Receivers	p. 147
Alternative Technologies	p. 154
GSM	p. 154
DARC (also previously known as SWIFT)	p. 159
DAB Delivery of TMC Messages	p. 161
The Longer Term Future of TMC	p. 162
Other Examples for Using RDS in Transport Telematics	p. 164
Conclusions	p. 165
References	p. 165
Basic and Enhanced Radio Paging	p. 169
Introduction	p. 169
What Can be Achieved With Radio Paging?	p. 169
RDS Paging Operational Infrastructure	p. 173
Paging Receivers	p. 175
Future Developments	p. 176
Conclusions	p. 176
References	p. 177
Open Data Applications (ODA)	p. 179
Introduction	p. 179
The Concept and Availability of the ODA Feature	p. 179
Indicating an ODA Transmission	p. 180
The Group Structure of Open Data Applications	p. 183
Registration of an Open Data Application	p. 186
Guidelines for Using ODA	p. 187
Differential GPS	p. 189
Introduction	p. 189
Positioning With GPS	p. 189
The Principle of Differential Correction	p. 191
The RTCM DGPS Correction Format	p. 192
Introduction	p. 192
Required Data Elements	p. 193
How RDS can be Used for Differential GPS	p. 195
Design Considerations	p. 195
Service Examples	p. 196
Other Alternatives	p. 199
Maritime Radio Beacons	p. 199
AMDS	p. 199
DARC	p. 200
GLONASS: the Alternative to GPS	p. 200
EGNOS: the European Component of GNSS	p. 200
References	p. 200
RDS Encoder Communication Protocols and the UECP	p. 203
Introduction	p. 203
Why RDS Encoders Need a Communication Protocol	p. 203
Why the EBU and Encoder Manufacturers Developed the UECP	p. 205
The UECP Concept	p. 206
Addressing Method	p. 206
RDS Encoder Conceptual Model	p. 208
UECP Transmission Modes	p. 211
UECP Protocol Description	p. 211
References	p. 215
RDS Demodulators and Decoders	p. 217
Introduction	p. 217
General Principles	p. 217
RDS Demodulator/Decoder Technique and Functionality	p. 217
Principles of the RDS Block Synchronisation System	p. 220
Error Correction and/or Detection	p. 223
RDS Integrated Circuits and Chip Sets	p. 224
Consumer Receivers	p. 225
Car Radios	p. 225
Home Hi-Fi	p. 225
Portable Radios	p. 225
Radios on Plug-In Cards for Personal Computers	p. 226
The Philips SMART Radio	p. 226
ADS Radio Rock-It RDS	p. 228
The GEWI Radio G211 and TMC Office Decoder	p. 229
RDS Data Monitors and Analysers for PCS	p. 229
General Remarks	p. 229
Auditem Audemat Rx_Mcrds	p. 230
AZTEC FM Explorer Version 3.0	p. 230
The RDS Software Decoder Version 2.0 from Franken-Team	p. 232
Schumperlin's PRD-3 and PRDLIB16.DLL	p. 233
References	p. 234
Outlook: RDS and Other Broadcast Data Systems for Radio	p. 235
Introduction	p. 235
LF, MF, and HF Broadcasting	p. 235
AM Data System	p. 235
New Developments Using Digital Modulation	p. 237
FM Broadcasting	p. 237
The Future of RDS	p. 237
High-Speed Data Systems	p. 239
Digital Radio DAB	p. 242
Origins and Possible Evolution	p. 242
Comparison of RDS and DAB Data Features	p. 243
RDS/DAB Interoperability	p. 245
Digital Radio by Satellite	p. 246
References	p. 247
Modulation of the RDS Data Signal	p. 249
Subcarrier Frequency	p. 249
Subcarrier Phase	p. 249
Subcarrier Level	p. 252
Method of Modulation	p. 252
Clock-Frequency and Data Rate	p. 252
Differential Coding	p. 252
Data Channel Spectrum Shaping	p. 253
References	p. 257
RDS Data Decoding	p. 259
Introduction	p. 259
Baseband Coding Structure	p. 259
Order of Bit Transmission, Error Protection, and Synchronisation Information	p. 260
Message Format and Addressing of Groups	p. 263
References	p. 265
RDS Reception Reliability	p. 267
Introduction	p. 267
Bit Error Rate	p. 267
Block Error Rate	p. 269
Error Rates for RDS Messages	p. 269
RDS Coverage Area	p. 271
References	p. 272
Required Data Repetition Rates for Programme-Related RDS Features	p. 273
References	p. 275
RDS Data Transmission Capacity Limits	p. 277
Introduction	p. 277
Calculation of RDS Capacity	p. 277
Analysis of RDS Capacity	p. 278
Grouping of Different Features	p. 278
Discussion on the Analysis	p. 278
Conclusion About RDS Capacity	p. 281
References	p. 282
PI Coding in RDS and RBDS	p. 283
Introduction	p. 283
Programme Identification Code Structure	p. 283
Country Identification	p. 284
Coverage Area Codes	p. 284
Programme Reference Number	p. 285
PI Coding Rules for North America	p. 286
Basic Principles	p. 286
Call Letter Conversion Method	p. 287
References	p. 288
RDS Country or Area Identification Codes	p. 289
Introduction	p. 289
PI Code Structure	p. 290
Extended Country Codes	p. 290
Allocated Country/Area Symbols	p. 290
Allocation of Symbols for Countries in ITU Region 1	p. 290
Allocations of Symbols for Countries in ITU Region 2	p. 295
Allocations of Symbols for Countries in ITU Region 3	p. 297
References	p. 299
PTY Display Terms in Several Different Languages	p. 301
Introduction	p. 301
References	p. 307
Character Sets for Alphanumeric Display	p. 309
References	p. 312
Implemented RDS Features in Various Countries	p. 313
Introduction	p. 313
Web Site of the RDS Forum	p. 317
UECP Message Commands	p. 319
Introduction	p. 319
Command Format	p. 319
Examples of Specific Messages	p. 320
Message to Set the PTY Code	p. 320
Message to Set the PS name	p. 320
Listing of All Possible UECP Version 5.1 Message Commands	p. 321
RDS Message Commands	p. 321
Open Data Application Commands	p. 322
Transparent Data Commands	p. 322
Paging Commands	p. 322
Clock Setting and Control	p. 323
RDS Adjustment and Control	p. 323
ARI Adjustment and Control	p. 323
Control and Setup Commands	p. 323
Bidirectional Commands (Remote and Configuration Commands)	p. 324
Specific Message Commands	p. 324
References	p. 324
Glossary and Abbreviations	p. 325
Glossary	p. 325
Alternative Frequencies (AF) list	p. 325
Clock Time (CT) and date	p. 325
Decoder Identification (DI) and Dynamic PTY Indicator (PTYI)	p. 326
Extended Country Code (ECC)	p. 326
Enhanced Other Networks (EON) information	p. 326
Emergency Warning System (EWS)	p. 326
In-House applications (IH)	p. 326
Music Speech Switch (MS)	p. 327
Open Data Applications (ODA)	p. 327
Programme Identification (PI)	p. 327
Programme Item Number (PIN)	p. 327
Programme Service (PS) name	p. 328
Programme TYpe (PTY)	p. 328
Programme TYpe Name (PTYN)	p. 328
Radio Paging (RP)	p. 328
RadioText (RT)	p. 329
Traffic Announcement (TA) flag	p. 329
Transparent Data Channels (TDC)	p. 329
Traffic Message Channel (TMC)	p. 329
Traffic Programme (TP) flag	p. 329
Additional Definitions	p. 330
Broadcaster	p. 330
Programme Service Provider	p. 330
Data Service Provider	p. 331
Transmission Operator	p. 331
Network Operator	p. 331
Abbreviations	p. 331
Acronyms	p. 333
References	p. 338
About the Authors	p. 339
Index	p. 341
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