Radio Reception
Care &
& Antenna
Maintenance
Even the best quality AM & FM tuners may have some
difficulty receiving analog AM and FM signals. Here are
some tips for getting the best possible radio reception
from your I-Sonic Entertainment Digital Audio System.
AM Radio
The I-Sonic has an external AM loop antenna. Be sure
to connect the wire marked in white to the white marked
terminal and the wire marked in black to the black marked
terminal. Move the antenna around to find the best reception
position. If your radio is located in a metal frame building,
there may be no reliable way to receive AM radio broadcasts.
FM Radio
The quality of FM reception is affected by many factors such
as distance, location of the radio transmission tower and your
proximity to large buildings, mountains and other large objects.
You will get better reception when the radio/antenna is placed
high in the house.
Rural Conditions
If you live far from radio transmitters you may not get the results
you want with any in-door antenna. The very best option is an
outdoor directional antenna specifically designed for FM with
a rotor for aiming the antenna. If you already have a roof TV
antenna you can tap into that although a specially designed
FM antenna is better.
Cable
Some cable TV companies broadcast FM signals on their cable
systems. Check with your local cable provider before attempting
to hook up your I-Sonic’s FM antenna jack to your cable system.
Maintaining Your
I-Sonic
Use only a soft dry cloth to clean the system.
Do not use any liquid cleaning solutions, solvents,
chemicals, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.
Clean grilles with compressed air.
Clean iPod dock with compressed air.
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Radio Reception & Antenna / Maintenance
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