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The present document establishes a broadcasting standard for the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) system designed for delivery of high-quality digital audio programme and data services for mobile, portable and fixed reception from terrestrial or satellite transmitters in the Very High Frequency (VHF)/Ultra High Frequency (UHF) frequency bands as well as for distribution through cable networks. The DAB system is designed to provide spectrum and power efficient techniques in terrestrial transmitter network planning, known as the Single Frequency Network (SFN) and the gap-filling technique. The DAB system is suitable for satellite as well as hybrid/mixed terrestrial/satellite broadcasting, using a simple, nearly omni-directional receiving antenna. The DAB system meets the required sharing criteria with other radiocommunication services. The present document defines the DAB transmission signal. It includes the coding algorithms for audio, multiplexing of audio programme and data services, channel coding and modulation. A limited range of supplementary services associated with programme services is defined. Provision is also made for transmission of additional data services which may be programme related or not, within the limit of the total system capacity. The present document provides information on the system configuration which includes information about the ensembles, services, service components and linking of them. Provision is made for a compatible cross-reference to existing Frequency Modulation (FM) services and Amplitude Modulation (AM) services. The present document describes the nominal characteristics of the emitted DAB signal. The aspects related to the receiver design are outside the scope of the present document. Hardware implementation considerations are not covered.

Status
Published
Publication Date
31-Aug-2006
Technical Committee
MOC - Mobile Communications
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
01-Sep-2006
Due Date
01-Sep-2006
Completion Date
01-Sep-2006

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SIST EN 300 401 V1.4.1:2006 sets forth a standardized framework for Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) systems targeting mobile, portable, and fixed receivers. Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) and harmonized with EN 300 401, this specification supports the efficient delivery of high-quality digital radio and auxiliary data services. DAB, operating in the Very High Frequency (VHF) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) bands, enables terrestrial, satellite, and hybrid broadcasting, as well as cable distribution. The standard addresses efficient spectrum use, compatibility with existing FM and AM services, and flexible network planning, including Single Frequency Network (SFN) deployments and gap-filler solutions.

Key Topics

  • Signal Transmission and Modulation: Defines the structure and emission characteristics of the DAB transmission signal, ensuring robust and reliable signal delivery in diverse environments.
  • Audio Coding: Outlines the audio compression algorithms optimized for spectrum efficiency and audio quality.
  • Multiplexing and Data Services: Describes how multiple audio and data services are combined into a single ensemble for broadcast, facilitating the transmission of both primary and supplementary content.
  • Error Protection: Specifies channel coding techniques such as convolutional coding and time interleaving to enhance resilience against signal degradation.
  • Network Configurations: Supports both terrestrial and satellite broadcasting, including mixed-mode scenarios and cable distribution.
  • Service Information and Supplementary Content: Provides for the transmission of program-related and unrelated data, dynamic labels, and service linking, enabling advanced radio features.
  • Compatibility: Facilitates cross-referencing with conventional Frequency Modulation (FM) and Amplitude Modulation (AM) services, aiding in migration and interoperability.

Applications

Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) systems utilizing this standard offer significant practical advantages across several domains:

  • National and Regional Broadcasters: Enable efficient, interference-resistant radio service deployment across urban and rural areas with national or localized coverage.
  • Automotive Industry: Supports in-car radio systems, enhancing continuity of service during mobility thanks to SFN and gap-filling techniques.
  • Portable and Home Devices: Ensures consistent high-quality reception for pocket radios, smartphones, and home audio systems.
  • Public Safety and Traffic Information: Integrates supplementary data channels for real-time delivery of traffic alerts, emergency messaging, and other critical information.
  • Hybrid Networks: Facilitates combination of terrestrial and satellite distribution methods, allowing coverage in remote or difficult-to-reach areas.
  • Service Providers and Network Operators: Allows more efficient use of available spectrum and simplifies the addition of new program and data services.

Related Standards

Organizations utilizing SIST EN 300 401 V1.4.1:2006 may also reference the following standards for broader compatibility and integration:

  • EN 300 401 Series: The parent series dealing with DAB systems across Europe.
  • ISO/IEC 11172-3 and ISO/IEC 13818-3: Standards for audio coding and bit stream syntax, particularly for MPEG Audio Layer II.
  • IEC 62106: For digital audio broadcasting to mobile, portable and fixed receivers - covering additional systems like DAB+ and related protocols.
  • EN 302 077: Standard for terrestrial digital broadcasting service guidelines and frequency planning.
  • ETSI TS 102 563: Specification for DAB receiver profiles and system performance guidelines.

SIST EN 300 401 V1.4.1:2006 is a cornerstone for modernizing radio broadcasting, promoting interoperability, reliable service delivery, and enhanced user experiences across mobile, portable, and fixed receiver platforms in a digital ecosystem.

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SIST EN 300 401 V1.4.1:2006 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Radio Broadcasting Systems; Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) to mobile, portable and fixed receivers". This standard covers: The present document establishes a broadcasting standard for the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) system designed for delivery of high-quality digital audio programme and data services for mobile, portable and fixed reception from terrestrial or satellite transmitters in the Very High Frequency (VHF)/Ultra High Frequency (UHF) frequency bands as well as for distribution through cable networks. The DAB system is designed to provide spectrum and power efficient techniques in terrestrial transmitter network planning, known as the Single Frequency Network (SFN) and the gap-filling technique. The DAB system is suitable for satellite as well as hybrid/mixed terrestrial/satellite broadcasting, using a simple, nearly omni-directional receiving antenna. The DAB system meets the required sharing criteria with other radiocommunication services. The present document defines the DAB transmission signal. It includes the coding algorithms for audio, multiplexing of audio programme and data services, channel coding and modulation. A limited range of supplementary services associated with programme services is defined. Provision is also made for transmission of additional data services which may be programme related or not, within the limit of the total system capacity. The present document provides information on the system configuration which includes information about the ensembles, services, service components and linking of them. Provision is made for a compatible cross-reference to existing Frequency Modulation (FM) services and Amplitude Modulation (AM) services. The present document describes the nominal characteristics of the emitted DAB signal. The aspects related to the receiver design are outside the scope of the present document. Hardware implementation considerations are not covered.

The present document establishes a broadcasting standard for the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) system designed for delivery of high-quality digital audio programme and data services for mobile, portable and fixed reception from terrestrial or satellite transmitters in the Very High Frequency (VHF)/Ultra High Frequency (UHF) frequency bands as well as for distribution through cable networks. The DAB system is designed to provide spectrum and power efficient techniques in terrestrial transmitter network planning, known as the Single Frequency Network (SFN) and the gap-filling technique. The DAB system is suitable for satellite as well as hybrid/mixed terrestrial/satellite broadcasting, using a simple, nearly omni-directional receiving antenna. The DAB system meets the required sharing criteria with other radiocommunication services. The present document defines the DAB transmission signal. It includes the coding algorithms for audio, multiplexing of audio programme and data services, channel coding and modulation. A limited range of supplementary services associated with programme services is defined. Provision is also made for transmission of additional data services which may be programme related or not, within the limit of the total system capacity. The present document provides information on the system configuration which includes information about the ensembles, services, service components and linking of them. Provision is made for a compatible cross-reference to existing Frequency Modulation (FM) services and Amplitude Modulation (AM) services. The present document describes the nominal characteristics of the emitted DAB signal. The aspects related to the receiver design are outside the scope of the present document. Hardware implementation considerations are not covered.

SIST EN 300 401 V1.4.1:2006 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.060.20 - Receiving and transmitting equipment; 33.170 - Television and radio broadcasting. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 300 401 V1.4.1:2006 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 259. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2006
Sistemi radiodifuzije - Digitalna zvokovna radiodifuzija (DAB) za mobilne,
prenosne in fiksne sprejemnike
Radio Broadcasting Systems; Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) to mobile, portable and
fixed receivers
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 300 401 Version 1.4.1
ICS:
33.060.20 Sprejemna in oddajna Receiving and transmitting
oprema equipment
33.170 Televizijska in radijska Television and radio
difuzija broadcasting
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

European Standard (Telecommunications series)

Radio Broadcasting Systems;
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) to mobile,
portable and fixed receivers
European Broadcasting Union Union Européenne de Radio-Télévision
EBU·UER
2 ETSI EN 300 401 V1.4.1 (2006-06)

Reference
REN/JTC-DAB-36
Keywords
audio, broadcasting, DAB, data, digital, satellite,
terrestrial
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Contents
Intellectual Property Rights.8
Foreword.8
1 Scope.10
2 References.10
3 Definitions, abbreviations, mathematical symbols, C-language mathematical symbols and
conventions.11
3.1 Definitions.11
3.2 Abbreviations.15
3.3 Mathematical symbols.17
3.3.1 Arithmetic operators.17
3.3.2 Logical and set operators .17
3.3.3 Functions.18
3.3.4 Constants.18
3.4 C-language mathematical symbols.18
3.4.1 Arithmetic operators.18
3.4.2 Logical operators.18
3.4.3 Relational operators.18
3.4.4 Assignment.18
3.4.5 Mnemonics.19
3.4.6 Method of describing bit stream syntax.19
3.5 Convention.20
4 Basic DAB system description.20
4.1 Transport mechanisms.20
4.2 Multiplex Configuration Information (MCI).23
4.3 Audio coding.23
4.4 Data features.24
4.5 Conditional Access (CA).24
4.6 Energy dispersal.24
4.7 Convolutional coding.24
4.8 Time interleaving.24
4.9 Common Interleaved Frame (CIF) .24
4.10 DAB transmission signal.25
4.11 Radio frequency parameters .25
4.12 Main DAB system characteristics .25
5 Transport mechanisms.27
5.1 Introduction.27
5.2 Fast Information Channel (FIC) .29
5.2.1 Fast Information Block (FIB) .29
5.2.2 Fast Information Group (FIG) .30
5.2.2.1 MCI and SI: FIG type 0 data field.30
5.2.2.2 Labels: FIG type 1 and FIG type 2 data fields .32
5.2.2.2.1 FIG type 1.32
5.2.2.2.2 FIG type 2.33
5.2.2.3 FIDC: FIG type 5 data field .34
5.2.2.4 CA: FIG type 6 data field.34
5.3 Main Service Channel (MSC) .34
5.3.1 Stream mode.35
5.3.2 Packet mode - network level.35
5.3.2.1 Packet header.35
5.3.2.2 Packet data field .36
5.3.2.3 Packet CRC.36
5.3.3 Packet mode - data group level.36
5.3.3.1 MSC data group header.37
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5.3.3.2 Session header.38
5.3.3.3 MSC data group data field .39
5.3.3.4 MSC data group CRC .39
5.3.4 Interrelation of network and transport level in packet mode .39
5.3.5 FEC for MSC packet mode.39
5.3.5.1 FEC frame.40
5.3.5.2 Transport of RS data .41
5.3.5.3 Receiver considerations.42
5.4 Transport of Service Information in the Auxiliary Information Channel.42
5.5 Extended labels.43
5.5.1 Structure of the extended label data field.43
5.5.2 Label definition.44
5.5.3 Character definition.44
5.5.4 Segmentation.46
5.5.5 Receiver considerations.46
6 Multiplex Configuration Information (MCI).47
6.1 Introduction.47
6.2 Sub-channel organization.48
6.2.1 Basic sub-channel organization .48
6.2.2 FEC sub-channel organization.52
6.3 Service organization.52
6.3.1 Basic service and service component definition .52
6.3.2 Service component in packet mode with or without Conditional Access.55
6.3.3 Service component with Conditional Access in stream mode or FIC.56
6.3.4 Service component "hooks".56
6.3.5 Service component global definition .56
6.4 Ensemble information.58
6.5 Multiplex re-configuration.59
7 Audio coding.60
7.1 Audio encoding.61
7.1.1 Analysis sub-band filter.61
7.1.2 Scale Factor calculation .63
7.1.3 Coding of Scale Factors.63
7.1.4 Coding of Scale Factor Selection Information.64
7.1.5 Psychoacoustic model.65
7.1.6 Bit allocation.65
7.1.7 Bit allocation coding.66
7.1.8 Quantization and coding of sub-band samples.68
7.1.9 Formatting of the audio bit stream.70
7.2 Semantics of the audio bit stream.71
7.2.1 MPEG Audio Layer II bit stream.71
7.2.1.1 Audio sequence.71
7.2.1.2 Audio frame.71
7.2.1.3 Audio frame header.71
7.2.1.4 Error check.74
7.2.1.5 Audio data.74
7.2.1.6 Ancillary data.75
7.2.2 DAB audio bit stream .75
7.2.2.1 DAB audio sequence.75
7.2.2.2 DAB audio frame.75
7.2.2.3 DAB audio frame header .76
7.2.2.4 Error check.76
7.2.2.5 Audio data.76
7.2.2.6 Audio stuffing bits .76
7.2.2.7 Extended Programme Associated Data (X-PAD) .76
7.2.2.8 Scale Factor Error Check (ScF-CRC) .77
7.2.2.9 Fixed Programme Associated Data (F-PAD).77
7.3 Audio bit stream syntax.79
7.3.1 ISO/IEC 11172-3 and ISO/IEC 13818-3 Layer II bit stream syntax .79
7.3.1.1 Audio sequence.79
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7.3.1.2 Audio frame.79
7.3.1.3 Header.79
7.3.1.4 Error check.80
7.3.1.5 Audio data.80
7.3.1.6 Ancillary data.81
7.3.2 DAB audio bit stream syntax.81
7.3.2.1 DAB audio sequence.81
7.3.2.2 DAB audio frame.81
7.3.2.3 DAB audio frame header .81
7.3.2.4 Error check.81
7.3.2.5 Audio data.81
7.3.2.6 Audio stuffing bits .82
7.3.2.7 Extended Programme Associated Data .82
7.3.2.8 Scale factor error check.82
7.3.2.9 Fixed Programme Associated Data .82
7.4 Programme Associated Data (PAD).82
7.4.1 Coding of F-PAD.83
7.4.1.1 Dynamic Range Control data .86
7.4.2 Structure of X-PAD .86
7.4.2.1 Short X-PAD.88
7.4.2.2 Variable size X-PAD.88
7.4.3 Application types.89
7.4.4 Contents indicator.90
7.4.4.1 Contents indicator in short X-PAD .90
7.4.4.2 Contents indicator in variable size X-PAD .90
7.4.5 Applications in X-PAD.91
7.4.5.1 MSC data groups in X-PAD .91
7.4.5.1.1 X-PAD data group for data group length indicator .91
7.4.5.1.2 X-PAD data group for MSC data group .91
7.4.5.1.3 Transport of MSC data groups in short X-PAD .92
7.4.5.1.4 Transport of MSC data groups in variable-sized X-PAD.92
7.4.5.2 Dynamic label.92
8 Data features.95
8.1 Service Information (SI).95
8.1.1 Introduction.95
8.1.2 Service component language .95
8.1.3 Time and country identifier .96
8.1.3.1 Date and time (d&t) .96
8.1.3.2 Country, LTO and International table .97
8.1.4 Programme Number.98
8.1.5 Programme Type.99
8.1.6 Announcements.101
8.1.6.1 Announcement support.101
8.1.6.2 Announcement switching.102
8.1.7 DRM services.102
8.1.7.1 DRM Frequencies.103
8.1.8 Frequency Information.103
8.1.9 Transmitter Identification Information (TII) database.108
8.1.10 Other ensembles.110
8.1.10.1 OE Frequencies.110
8.1.10.2 OE Services.110
8.1.10.3 OE Programme Number.111
8.1.10.4 OE Programme Type.111
8.1.10.5 OE Announcements.111
8.1.10.5.1 OE Announcement support .111
8.1.10.5.2 OE Announcement switching.112
8.1.10.6 OE Text labels.113
8.1.11 FM services.113
8.1.11.1 FM Frequencies.113
8.1.11.2 FM Announcements.113
8.1.11.2.1 FM Announcement support.113
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8.1.11.2.2 FM Announcement switching.114
8.1.11.3 FM Programme Number .114
8.1.11.4 FM Programme Type .114
8.1.11.5 FM Text labels .114
8.1.12 FIC re-direction.114
8.1.13 Ensemble label.115
8.1.14 Service label.116
8.1.14.1 Programme service label .116
8.1.14.2 Data service label .116
8.1.14.3 Service component label .117
8.1.14.4 X-PAD user application label .117
8.1.15 Service linking information .118
8.1.16 Regional identification.120
8.1.16.1 Region definition.120
8.1.16.2 Region label.123
8.1.17 Void.123
8.1.18 AMSS services.123
8.1.18.1 AMSS Frequencies.123
8.1.19 AM services.123
8.1.19.1 AM Frequencies.123
8.1.19.2 AM Programme Number.123
8.1.19.3 AM Programme Type .123
8.1.19.4 AM Text labels.124
8.1.20 User application information .124
8.2 Fast Information Data Channel .126
8.2.1 Paging.126
8.2.2 Traffic Message Channel (TMC).127
8.2.3 Emergency Warning Systems (EWS).127
9 Conditional Access (CA).128
10 Energy dispersal.128
10.1 General procedure.128
10.2 Energy dispersal as applied in the Fast Information Channel .128
10.3 Energy dispersal as applied in the Main Service Channel.129
11 Convolutional coding.129
11.1 Convolutional code.129
11.1.1 Mother code.129
11.1.2 Puncturing procedure.130
11.2 Coding in the Fast Information Channel .132
11.2.1 Transmission modes I, II, and IV.132
11.2.2 Transmission mode III.132
11.3 Coding in the Main Service Channel.133
11.3.1 Unequal Error Protection (UEP) coding .133
11.3.2 Equal Error Protection (EEP) coding.135
11.3.3 Future error protection coding .137
12 Time interleaving.137
13 Common Interleaved Frame.143
14 DAB transmission signal.144
14.1 General principles.144
14.2 Structure of the main signal.144
14.3 Synchronization channel.147
14.3.1 Null symbol.147
14.3.2 Phase reference symbol .147
14.3.3 Time reference.149
14.4 Block partitioning and association of blocks to OFDM symbols.149
14.4.1 Block partitioning and association of blocks to OFDM symbols in the Fast Information Channel.149
14.4.1.1 Transmission mode I.149
14.4.1.2 Transmission mode II.151
14.4.1.3 Transmission mode III.151
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14.4.1.4 Transmission mode IV.152
14.4.2 Block partitioning and association of blocks to OFDM symbols in the Main Service Channel .153
14.4.2.1 Transmission mode I.153
14.4.2.2 Transmission mode II.154
14.4.2.3 Transmission mode III.155
14.4.2.4 Transmission mode IV.156
14.5 QPSK symbol mapper.157
14.6 Frequency interleaving.157
14.6.1 Transmission mode I.157
14.6.2 Transmission mode II.158
14.6.3 Transmission mode III.159
14.6.4 Transmission mode IV.160
14.7 Differential modulation.161
14.8 Transmitter Identification Information signal .161
14.8.1 Transmission modes I, II and IV.162
14.8.2 Transmission mode III.164
15 Radio frequency characteristics.164
15.1 Use of the transmission modes .164
15.2 Time characteristics.165
15.3 Spectrum characteristics.165
15.4 Spectrum mask.168
15.5 Permitted values of the central frequency .169
Annex A (informative): Main characteristics of the audio coding system .170
A.1 Audio signal characteristics.170
A.2 Audio coding characteristics .170
A.3 Audio associated data characteristics.171
A.4 Functions provided by PAD.171
Annex B (normative): Audio decoding.173
B.1 General.173
B.2 CRC check for audio side information.173
B.3 CRC check for Scale Factors.173
B.4 Decoding of the MPEG Audio Layer II bit stream .174
Annex C (informative): Audio encoding.175
C.1 Analysis sub-band filter.
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