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RDS ( Radio Data System )
The unit provides basic functions of RDS.
RDS service availability varies with areas. Please verify if RDS service is available in your area.
AF Function
Alternative Frequencies Lists are used in conjunction with the PI code (Program Identification
code)to assist automatic tuning.
Using this information, the radio can automatically search out another frequency of the same
station.
Note:
• During auto switching radio frequency, some interference may be heard..
• Turning off AF function can settle this problem.
EON ( Enhanced Other Networks )
When EON data is received, the EON indicator lights and the TA and AF functions are enhanced.
TA: Traffic information can be received from the current station or stations in other network.
AF: The frequency list of preset RDS stations is updated by EON data. EON enables the radio to
make fuller use of RDS information. It constantly updates the AF list of preset stations, including
the one that currently tuned into.
TA Function
The TA (Traffic Announcement) function lets the unit receive traffic announcements automatically.
The TA function can be activated by a TP (Traffic Program) station broadcasting traffic information.
When TA is activated and a traffic announcement is received, the current playing source will be
overridden by the traffic announcement The unit returns to the original source after the traffic
announcement has been received.
CT (Clock Time)
Some stations broadcast the time and date within the encoded RDS signal. The clock time is
automatically adjusted when ‘CT’ is set to ‘ON’.
PTY Function
PTY is an abbreviation for the type of program defined by a code to define the program being
broadcast (eg news or Rock).
The Options of PTY is displayed on the screen. To see the options PTY, tap the scroll bar and arrows
on the screen.
When an option is selected PTY (eg News), the radio unit, the PTY search available. If the PTY
requested was not found, the unit returns to the original radio frequency.
FM/AM Radio mode
