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KTRM and KKTR Initiate Digital Broadcasting
HD (digital) radio has arrived in northeast Missouri.  KTRM (88.7 Mhz.), operated by Truman students, and KKTR (89.7 Mhz.), a National Public Radio affiliate, began broadcasting digital signals in December 2007.   With the new transmitters in place, listeners may hear broadcasts in true compact disc clarity.  In addition, both stations transmit multiple streams of programming.  KTRM2 simulcasts the main KTRM signal supplemented with specialty programming on an as announced basis.  Normal service on the KKTR main channel continues, however, listeners can access a pair of new signals on KKTR 2 and KKTR3.  KKTR2 features classical music and news; KKTR3 offers listeners an eclectic rock format produced by an NPR affiliate.  A special receiver is required to hear the broadcasts. 

What is HD radio and how do I get one?

In anticipation of the HD conversion, the university renovated the KTRM studios to deliver digital signals to the transmitter site.  KKTR received a  $78,000 grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to initiate HD broadcasting.  The grant covered approximately 80% of the cost of converting the transmission plant to digital.
 
The conversions will allow students to experiment with additional programming on KTRM2 and better prepare them for the digital broadcasting industry.  KKTR listeners benefit from additional news and music services previously unavailable in the Kirksville area. 
 
KTRM, formerly housed in the Student Union, was moved to Barnett Hall, the new home of Communication, in fall 2007.  Power increases from 1,000 watts to 3,500 will enhance coverage for both KTRM and KKTR, the first radio stations to broadcast in HD in northeast Missouri.

Checkout the new KTRM Website where you can listen to student shows online. 

 
 
The new KTRM control room board features remote starts for CD players and
other broadcast accessories.

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