Re: [IRCA] KGO Analog only

[Bill Harms <philcobill@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I find this to be interesting. This indicates that IBOC may not work 
logistically.

Scott Fybush wrote:

> In the particular case of KGO, where Marty's been noting the IBOC going 
> on and off at different dayparts, I think the reason may be a different 
> one - the 8-second delay. It wouldn't surprise me if someone out in the 
> field - traffic reporters? news reporters? - is still listening to KGO 
> over the air to get their cues to go live on the air. That, obviously, 
> doesn't work with the IBOC delay, and it's not always quick or easy to 
> find an alternate way to cue talent in the field, especially when 
> they're a mile in the air. I believe Marty said KGO has had its IBOC off 
> during morning and afternoon drive times. This would be consistent with 
> that theory.
> 
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