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RDS
Overview of RDS
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS)
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio programme signal. For
example, one of the following will be displayed
upon receiving a station with RDS capability.
*
For details, see “Tuning in stations by programme
type” on page 21.
RDS services
RDS data offers you other conveniences, such as:
•
Automatic retuning
of a programme, helpful
during long-distance drives. — AF
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• Receiving
traffic announcements
, even
when enjoying another programme/source.
— TA
t
• Selecting stations by the
type of
programme
. — PTY
t
• Automatic
clock time
setting. — CT
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Notes
•
Depending on the country/region, not all of the RDS
functions are available.
•
RDS may not work properly if the signal strength is
weak or if the station you are tuned to is not
transmitting RDS data.
Automatic retuning for best
reception results
— AF (Alternative Frequencies)
The AF function allows the radio to always tune
into the area’s strongest signal for the station you
are listening to.
1
Select an FM station (page 17).
2
Press
(AF/TA)
on the unit repeatedly
until “AF-on” appears.
The unit starts searching for an alternative
frequency with a stronger signal in the same
network.
If “NO AF” flashes, the currently tuned into
station does not have an alternative frequency.
To cancel the AF function, select “AF, TA-off.”
Tips
•
If “AF-on” is selected, traffic announcements are
cancelled. To activate the traffic announcements
with the AF function, select “AF, TA-on.”
•
If you want to change the on/off setting while playing
a CD, press
(AF/TA)
on the unit.
To
Press
Switch display
item
(DSPL)
(PTY)
Preset number
Displayable items*
•
Station name (frequency)
•
Programme type
Radio band
Clock
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Frequencies change automatically.
98.5 MHz
Station
102.5 MHz
96.0 MHz
