Taipei Broadcasting Station upgrades with DHD audio

Taiwan:

The Taipei Broadcasting Station (TBS) has recently completed the installation of new equipment for eight of its studios, facilitated by Taiwan-based systems integrator ADE in collaboration with Tiyu and Stagetec Asia. The radio station features a 24-hour broadcast schedule available on FM 93.1 and AM 1134, as well as online streaming, offering a variety of educational programmes, news and public services to its over 100,000 listeners.

Located in the bustling Yuanshan District, TBS is surrounded by key landmarks like the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, the Grand Hotel and the Taipei Astronomical Museum, connecting with the community, promoting arts and culture. The modernisation project, which took place over three months, was completed without interrupting the broadcaster’s daily operations, ensuring TBS maintained its 24-hour broadcasting schedule.

Central to the upgrade were several digital audio solutions, including the DHD SX2 smart IP modular onair onsole, TX2 multitouch-driven broadcast mixing console and the DHD XC3 IP radio core router. These consoles and radio routers form the core of TBS’s new audio network, providing sound management and signal routing with low latency across the entire station. The SX2 has been implemented to streamline online air mixing in all the radio studios, while the TX2 has been integrated for ease of signal switching and monitoring in the Master Control Room (MCR) through its touch-driven interface, simplifying complex operations and enhancing transitions between broadcasts.

The installation also includes an automated time scheduler for the IP radio core crosspoint switching. This system automates signal routing in sync with the station’s broadcast schedule, reducing the need for manual intervention for consistent, reliable broadcasts. The new equipment enables the station to deliver high-quality, reliable broadcasts to its audience, while also preparing it for future advancements in broadcasting technology.

Stagetec Asia said that with these upgrades, TBS has significantly enhanced its broadcasting capabilities and operational efficiencies. “This project is unique due to its seamless integration of advanced digital audio technology while ensuring zero downtime for TBS’s 24-hour operations,” explained Stagetec Asia senior project manager Yap Wei Keong, who also served as the project's main coordinator. “Unlike conventional upgrades, it required meticulous planning to maintain uninterrupted broadcasting. The deployment of DHD’s modular and touch-driven consoles, along with an automated time scheduler, not only streamlines operations but also future-proofs the station for evolving industry needs. This transformation highlights our commitment to delivering innovative and efficient solutions for modern broadcasters.”