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AF
BBC R3
AF SEEK
AF
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SEEK END
AF
RDS Operation
The RDS (Radio Data System) is a radio
information system using the 57 kHz subcarrier of
regular FM broadcast. The RDS allows you to
receive a variety of information such as traffic
information, station names, and to automatically
re-tune to a stronger transmitter that is broadcast-
ing the same programme.
Setting RDS Reception
Mode and Receiving
RDS Stations
Press the AF button to activate the RDS mode.
Press the DN (g) or UP (f) button to tune in
the desired RDS station.
Note:
When the BAND button is pressed and held for more
than 2 seconds while a station name is displayed, the
display shows the station frequency for 5 seconds.
When the RDS station signal received has
become weak:
• AF seek mode, press and hold the AF button
for at least 2 seconds to have the unit
automatically seek a stronger station in the AF
list.
If there is no AF station, the display shows
"SEEK END."
Press the AF button to deactivate the RDS
mode.
Tips
The RDS digital data includes the followings:
PI
Program Identification
PS
Program Service Name
AF
List of Alternative Frequecncies
TP
Traffic Programme
TA
Traffic Announcement
PTY
Program Type
EON
Enhanced Other Networks
English