Wonder how radio waves reach your devices? The Sender Mainz-Kastel made of steel stands tall. This mast ensures you get your favorite shows.
It’s a guyed lattice tower. Its red and white colors are visible from afar. The Sender Mainz-Kastel reaches a height of 170 meters.
Let’s explore its story. The current mast wasn’t always here. It was rebuilt in 2013/14. The old one stood 20 meters southwest. It was taken down. Some aerial views might still show the old setup.
The SWR or S\u00fcdwestrundfunk operates this Sender Mainz-Kastel. It is responsible for this tower.
The tower’s history is interesting. It was built in 1980. It is located in Mainz-Kastel. Mainz-Kastel is part of Wiesbaden. Wiesbaden is in Hesse. Usually, the Hessische Rundfunk would be in charge. However, this tower serves the city of Mainz. Mainz is in the SWR broadcasting area. Without this Sender Mainz-Kastel, Mainz would have poor reception.
Initially, only SWR programs broadcasted. DABplus launched later. Then, hr programs and private channels joined.
The UKW antennas sit at 153 meters high. SWR1 transmits at 87.7 MHz. Its power is 1 kW. SWR4 broadcasts at 91.4 MHz with 1 kW. SWR3 uses 93.7 MHz with 1 kW. SWR2 sends signals at 103.2 MHz with 1 kW. DAS DING operates at 105.2 MHz with 1 kW. DeutschlandRadio Kultur transmits at 107.2 MHz with 0.4 kW.
DABplus mode offers more channels. The DR Deutschland-Multiplex uses Kanal 5C. It transmits vertically at 10 kW. The DRS RP-Multiplex uses Kanal 11A. It also transmits vertically at 10 kW. The hr-Radio-Multiplex uses Kanal 7B. It sends signals vertically at 10 kW too.
Analog ARD broadcasts stopped with DVB-T’s arrival. The Sender Mainz-Kastel no longer transmits TV signals. Hohe Wurzel and Donnersberg stations took over TV broadcasting.
The Sender Mainz-Kastel is more than just a mast. It’s a vital part of the region’s broadcasting network. It connects communities and provides information. It delivers entertainment to countless listeners. The Sender Mainz-Kastel ensures the region stays connected.