Onkyo TX-SR601 Listening to RDS broadcasts European models only, PTY program types in Europe

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Listening to RDS broadcasts (European models only)

Listening to RDS broadcasts

RDS reception is available only on the European model and only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available.

What is RDS?

RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a type of FM broadcasting. RDS was developed within the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and is available in most European countries. Many FM broadcasting stations now transmit the RDS signals, which provide the additional information required. RDS provides you with various services so that you can choose a station that broadcasts your favorite categories of music, news, or other information.

There are three main classifications of RDS broadcasts. Though they can be tuned into by using the TUNING buttons as normal stations, RDS broadcasts allow you to scan for stations of the type and classification for which you are looking. This makes it much easier for you to find the station you want (see “Performing a PTY scan” and “Performing a TP scan” on page 40). The three main classifications are explained below.

RT: Radio Text

When an RDS station broadcasting RT information is selected, the text information received from the station is displayed.

PTY: Program Type

When an RDS station broadcasting PTY information is selected, the station type (classification) is displayed.

TP: Traffic Program

When an RDS station broadcasting TP information is selected, traffic information will be broadcasted periodically.

Notes:

In some cases, the characters displayed on the display of the TX-SR701E/601E may not be exactly the same as the ones broadcast by the radio station. Also, unusual characters may appear on the display if the TX-SR701E/601E receives characters that cannot be displayed correctly. This is not a malfunction.

When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is selected, the name of the station is displayed instead of the frequency.

PTY program types in Europe

The text given below in parenthesis is what is actually displayed on the TX-SR701E/601E.

None (NONE):

No program type.

News reports (NEWS):

Reports on current events and happenings.

Current affairs (AFFAIRS):

Topical reporting of current affairs, often with a wider range of topics than news reports.

Information (INFO):

General information such as weather forecasts, consumer affairs, medical help, etc.

Sport (SPORT):

Live sports action, sports news, and interviews.

Education (EDUCATE):

Formal educational programs.

Drama (DRAMA):

Radio plays and serials.

Culture (CULTURE):

Cultural programs (including religious affairs).

Science and technology (SCIENCE):

Programs about the natural sciences and technology.

Varied (VARIED):

Speech-based programs not covered by the above categories (e.g., quizzes, panel games, and comedy).

Pop music (POP M):

Popular commercial music, usually from past or present sales charts (e.g., Top 40).

Rock music (ROCK M):

Popular music with an alternative appeal, often not appearing on sales charts.

Middle of the road music (M.O.R.M):

Easy listening music (as opposed to Pop, Rock, or Classical).

Light classics (LIGHT M):

Classical music for general rather than specialist appreciation.

Serious classics (CLASSICS):

Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber music, etc. (including the Grand Opera).

Other music (OTHER M):

Music styles not covered by the above categories (e.g., Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Folk, Country, and Reggae).

Alarm (ALARM):

When an RDS station is making an emergency broadcast, ALARM will flash on the display.

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Contents TX-SR701/701E TX-SR601/601E Avis Important Safety InstructionsPrecautions Contents Contents TX-SR701/701E Amplifier Features FeaturesUsing the remote controller Supplied accessoriesBefore using this unit Setting the voltage selector Worldwide models onlyFront panel facilities TX-SR701ETX-SR601E Front panel facilities Audio Selector button Sleep indicator Muting indicatorListening mode or digital input format indicators Tuning indicatorsRemote controller VOL button Remote controllerInput Selector buttons Light button RC-533M onlyVideo connection cable Coaxial cable Optical cable ConnectionsImproper connection Inserted completely Left white Audio connection cable Right redConnections Signal flow Connecting your audio componentsConnecting a compact disc player CD Connecting a turntable Phono TX-SR701/701E onlyConnecting your video components Connecting a DVD Player with 5.1-Channel Outputflow of the video signals is as follows Connecting a DVD player DVD Connecting a DVD Player with 2-Channel L/R Audio OutputVideo output White Analog audio output R red Connecting a video cassette recorder VideoMonitor OUT Connecting a television monitor or projector Monitor OUTConnecting video camera, etc. Video 4 Input PRE OUT TX-SR701/701E only12V Trigger Zone 2 terminal IR Receiver Connecting block Remote Controller Main room From connecting block Mini plug cableTX-SR701/701E/601/601E Connecting Block IR Receiver Cabinet Signal flowWhen using the Zone 2 Line OUT terminals Connecting the remote zone Zone 2 speakersWhen using the Zone 2 Speakers terminals When using the Zone 2 PRE OUT terminals TX-SR701/701E onlyDimmer function Power on/ready functionPower off function Direct change functionImportant points regarding speaker placement Connecting speakersStandard speaker setup for surround sound Speaker placementConnecting the surround back speakers TX-SR701/701E only Connecting speakersUsing the speaker cable labels Connecting a subwooferConnecting speakers Connecting the speaker cableStrip away approx /8 inch 15 mm Wire insulation Connecting the power Turning on the powerTurning on the power from the remote controller Assembling the AM loop antenna Connecting antennasConnecting the included antennas Connecting the AM antenna cableDirectional linkage Connecting antennasConnecting an FM outdoor antenna Connecting an AM outdoor antennaConfiguring the speakers Displaying the Main MenuSpeaker Configuration Configuring the speakers TX-SR701/701ETX-SR601/601E Speaker Distance menu appears Calibrating the speaker levels Using the remote controller Press the Test button Press the Test button to complete the procedureUse the and cursor buttons to select Left Displaying the Main Menu and exiting the menu Buttons used for navigating through the menusTuned in stereo Auto mode Band Frequency Listening to Radio BroadcastsPress the Tuner input source button Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio stationSelecting a preset radio station Erasing a preset radio stationWhat is RDS? Listening to RDS broadcasts European models onlyPTY program types in Europe Performing a TP scan Preset RT/PTY/TPListening to RDS broadcasts European models only Displaying Radio Text RTMaster Volume Selecting an Audio ComponentBasic operation Tape Audio Selector Selecting the type of audio input signalRcvr Mode CH SEL Audio SEL Level Selecting an Audio ComponentTemporarily changing the speaker output levels To change the display of the input source from Tape to MDChanging the display Using the sleep time remote controller only Listening with headphonesEnjoying DVD multichannel audio playback Temporarily turning off the sound Switching the displayListening Modes Listening Modes Re-EQ Selecting a listening mode TX-SR701/701ETX-SR701/701E Listening mode buttons TipWhile playing back Analog/PCM sources Re-EQ function for movies TX-SR701/701E onlySelecting a listening mode TX-SR601/601E TX-SR601/601E Listening mode buttonsCine Fltr Press the Cine Fltr button on the remote controller Input Setup Setup Procedure Select the desired input sourceDigital Input Input Setup IntelliVolumeComponent Video F. Mono source For e. PCM fs 96kHz source g. D. F. Mono sourceAnalog/PCM/D. F ch source Digital Format sourceHardware Setup Hardware ConfigTo display the Hardware Config menu Preference PreferenceTo display the Preference menu Audio Adjust Setup Procedure Press the Audio Adjust buttonAudio Adjust Audio Adjust Front Expander Virtual Surr LevelDialog Enhance Using the buttons Adjusting the volume for the remote zoneEnjoying music in the remote zone Recording a source different from that you are listening to RecordingRecording the input source REC OUT selector REC OUT OFFRecording both the audio and video RecordingVOL Using remote controllerCalling up a preset radio station Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deckControlling an Onkyo DVD player Using remote controllerDVD Mode Press the DVD Mode buttonOn Standby CD Mode DiscPress the CD Mode button Controlling an Onkyo CD playerREC Record SAT/MD ModePress the SAT/MD Mode button Controlling an Onkyo MD recorderDisplay When entering the code of Onkyo DVD playersEntering a pre-programming code Learning a pre-programming codePre-programming codes Entering a pre-programming codeCable Mode Cable Mode Operating your programmed remote controllerDVD Mode DVD Player Mode SAT Mode Satellite Tuner ModeVCR Mode VOL TV/VCR Muting Operating your programmed remote controllerVCR Mode VCR Mode TV Mode TV ModeProgramming procedure LightMacro 1 Macro Press and release the same button again Erasing the programmed command from one buttonErasing all the commands programmed under a Mode button Press and release the same Mode button againUsing the macro function Programming the macroExecuting the macro Press the Macro 1 or 2 button again Using the macro functionErasing all commands and macros that have been programmed Erasing a macro from the Macro 1 or 2 buttonTroubleshooting guide Video and Audio Troubleshooting guideIf one of the messages shown below appears Amplifier Section Specifications TX-SR701/701EAmplifier Section Tuner Section Specifications TX-SR601/601EOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo U.S.A. 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