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Germany ASA digital radio emergency system launch

Overview

Germany is implementing the Automatic Safety Alert (ASA) service, branded as ‘ASA DE’, to enhance national disaster preparedness. The system utilizes the DAB+ digital radio network to broadcast emergency notifications, providing a critical alternative when mobile networks, internet services, or cell broadcasts fail.

Managed by Media Broadcast, the system receives alerts from the federal Modular Warning System (MoWaS) and converts them from text to speech. A primary technical feature is the ability to automatically wake compatible digital radios from standby mode to deliver urgent information. Over 35 radio models have already received ASA certification.

The nationwide warning channel, ASA DE, officially launched on September 3 on the first federal DAB+ multiplex in channel 5C. Compatible devices are designed to automatically switch to this channel.

To utilize this feature for the national warning day on September 10, users with ASA-compatible hardware must manually configure their devices. This process requires entering a 12-digit area code obtained from the official ASA website, selecting the DR Deutschland (5C) transmission channel, and activating the ASA DE service. Digitalradio Deutschland e. V. continues to provide assistance through an information portal featuring setup instructions and video demonstrations.

As the ecosystem expands, manufacturers are integrating the technology into new consumer hardware. Albrecht recently expanded its comfort radio range with the DR 863 and DR 864 models. Both new devices support DAB+ and include the ‘ASA warning function’ to provide targeted regional security notifications.

Entities

Germany · Digitalradio Deutschland e. V. · ASA DE · MoWaS · VR-Radio

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Albrecht expands digital radio lineup with DR 863 and DR 864

    Albrecht has launched two new digital radios, the DR 863 and DR 864, featuring DAB+, smartphone streaming, and a new ASA regional security warning function.

  2. 7 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Germany launches ASA emergency alert system for DAB+ radio

    Germany has launched the ASA DE warning channel on DAB+ digital radio, enabling automatic emergency alerts and standby activation for compatible devices during national warning days.

  3. 15 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Germany to launch Automatic Safety Alert service via DAB+ radio

    Germany will launch the Automatic Safety Alert (ASA) service on the DAB+ radio network on September 10 to provide emergency notifications even when mobile and internet connections fail.

  4. 25 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    Germany to launch ASA emergency warning system for digital radio

    Germany will launch the Automatic Safety Alert (ASA) system for DAB+ digital radios in September, allowing devices to automatically wake from standby to broadcast emergency warnings during disasters.

Sources

artikel-presse.de · bayerndigitalradio.de · dabplus.de · netzwelt.de · prmitteilung.de · teltarif.de

This summary has been updated 2 times: see revision history