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Descriptions of the PTY (Programme Type) codes, TP (Traffic Programme) and
TA (Traffic Announcement).
You can search for and receive the following PTY, TP and TA signals.
Note:
When you select a programme in the EON stand-by mode, the unit will display "TI"
instead of "TA".
NEWS
Short accounts of facts, events and publicly expressed views, report-
age and actuality.
AFFAIRS
Topical programme expanding or enlarging upon the news, generally
in different presentation style or concept, including debate, or analy-
sis.
INFO
Programmes whose purpose is to impart advice in the widest sense.
SPORT
Programme concerned with any aspect of sport.
EDUCATE
Programme intended primarily to educate, of which the formal ele-
ment is fundamental.
DRAMA
All radio plays and serials.
CULTURE
Programmes concerned with any aspect of national or regional cul-
ture, including language, theatre, etc.
SCIENCE
Programmes about the natural sciences and technology.
VARIED
Used for mainly speech-based programmes usually of light-entertain-
ment nature, not covered by other categories. Examples include:
quizzes, panel games, personality interviews.
POP M
Commercial music, which would generally be considered to be of cur-
rent popular appeal, often featuring in current or recent record sales
charts.
ROCK M
Contemporary modern music, usually written and performed by
young musicians.
EASY M
Current contemporary music considered to be "easy-listening", as op-
posed to Pop, Rock or Classical, or one of the specialised music
styles, Jazz, Folk or Country. Music in this category is often but not
always, vocal, and usually of short duration.
LIGHT M
Classical music for general, rather than specialist appreciation. Ex-
amples of music in this category are instrumental music, and vocal or
choral works.
CLASSICS
Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber mu-
sic, etc., and including Grand Opera.
OTHER M
Musical styles not fitting into any of the other categories. Particularly
used for specialist music of which Rhythm & Blues and Reggae are
examples.
WEATHER
Weather reports and forecasts and meteorological information.
FINANCE
Stock Market reports, commerce, trading, etc.
CHILDREN
For programmes targeted at a young audience, primarily for entertain-
ment and interest, rather than where the objective is to educate.
SOCIAL
Programmes about people and things that influence them individually
or in groups. Includes: sociology, history, geography, psychology and
society.
RELIGION
Any aspect of beliefs and faiths, involving a God or Gods, the nature
of existence and ethics.
PHONE IN
Involving members of the public expressing their views either by
phone or at a public forum.
TRAVEL
Features and programmes concerned with travel to near and far des-
tinations, package tours and travel ideas and opportunities. Not for
use for announcements about problems, delays, or roadworks affect-
ing immediate travel where TP/TA should be used.
LEISURE
Programmes concerned with recreational activities in which the listen-
er might participate. Examples include, Gardening, Fishing, Antique
collecting, Cooking, Food & Wine, etc.
JAZZ
Polyphonic, syncopated music characterised by improvisation.
COUNTRY
Songs which originate from, or continue the musical tradition of the
American Southern States. Characterised by a straightforward melo-
dy and narrative story line.
NATION M
Current Popular Music of the Nation or Region in that country's lan-
guage, as opposed to International 'Pop' which is usually US or UK
inspired and in English.
OLDIES
Music from the so-called "golden age" of popular music.
FOLK M
Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a particular nation,
usually played on acoustic instruments. The narrative or story may be
based on historical events or people.
DOCU-
MENT
Programme concerned with factual matters, presented in an investi-
gative style.
TEST
Broadcast when testing emergency broadcast equipment or receiv-
ers.
ALARM !
Emergency announcement made under exceptional circumstances to
give warning of events causing danger of a general nature.
NONE
No programme type (receive only).
TP
Broadcasts which carry traffic announcements.
TA
Traffic announcements are being broadcast.
