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2009June 1
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued)
To specify programmed types and select stations (PTY search):
You can search a station by specifying the programme type (news,
sports, traffic programme, etc. ... see page 28) from the stations in
memory.
Notes:
z
If the display has stopped flashing, start again from step 2. If the
unit finds a desired programme type, the corresponding channel
number will lit for about 4 seconds, and then the station name will
remain it.
z
If you want to listen to the same programme type of another
station, press the RDS (ASPM/PTY) button and start again from
step 2. The unit will look for the next station.
Descriptions of the PTY (Programme Type) codes signal.
You can search for and receive the following PTY.
To recall stations in memory
1
Press the TUNER (BAND) button to select the FM.
2
Press the RDS (ASPM/PTY) button on the remote control.
Selected PTY code (blinking) will appear for about 6 seconds.
3
Within 6 seconds, press the PRESET (
or
) button to select
the PTY code.
Each time the button is pressed, the PTY code will appear.
4
Whilst the selected PTY code is displayed (within 6 seconds),
press the RDS (ASPM/PTY) button again.
z
The unit searches the all preset stations and stops when it finds
a station of the selected category then tunes into the station.
The RDS indicator lights up.
z
If no programme is found in the all preset stations, “NO PTY”
appear on the display and returns to the previous station.
NEWS
Short accounts of facts, events and publicly
expressed views, reportage and actuality.
AFFAIRS
Topical programme expanding or enlarging upon
the news, generally in different presentation style
or concept, including debate, or analysis.
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 element is fundamental.
DRAMA
All radio plays and serials.
CULTURE
Programmes concerned with any aspect of
national or regional culture, including language,
theatre, etc.
SCIENCE
Programmes about the natural sciences and
technology.
VARIED
Used for mainly speech-based programmes
usually of light-entertainment 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 current 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 opposed 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. Examples of music in this category
are instrumental music, and vocal or choral works.
CLASSICS
Performances of major orchestral works,
symphonies, chamber music, 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 entertainment 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 destinations, package tours and
travel ideas and opportunities. Not for use for
announcements about problems, delays, or
roadworks affecting immediate travel where TP/
TA should be used.
LEISURE
Programmes concerned with recreational
activities in which the listener 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 melody and
narrative story line.
NATION M
Current Popular Music of the Nation or Region in
that country's language, 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.
DOCUMENT
Programme concerned with factual matters,
presented in an investigative style.
TEST
Broadcast when testing emergency broadcast
equipment or receivers.
ALARM !
Emergency announcement made under
exceptional circumstances to give warning of
events causing danger of a general nature.
NONE
No programme type (receive only).
