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Radio Data System (RDS)
RDS Basics
Some FM stations are broadcasting added data compatible with RDS. This unit offers convenient functions using such data. RDS service availability varies with areas. Please understand if RDS service is not available in your area, the following serv- ice is not available, either. This chapter explains the summary and operation regarding RDS.
The following functions are available when receiving RDS stations.
Programme Service Name (PS) Display
The name of the station is displayed.
Alternative Frequency (AF)
When reception is poor, an RDS station broadcasting the same programme is tuned in automatically.
Traffic Programme (TP)
Some RDS FM stations periodically provide a traffic announcement.
Stations which broadcast the traffic announcement are called Traffic Programme (TP).
Traffic Announcement (TA)
Radio announcements on traffic conditions.
Clock Time (CT) Service
When receiving an RDS station, the CT service automatical- ly adjusts the time.
“NO CT” is displayed in areas where CT service is not avail- able. (a Page 11 for Clock Setting)
Programme Type (PTY) Display
RDS FM stations provide a programme type identification signal.
Example: news, rock, classical music, etc. (a Page 19)
Programme Identification (PI)
Each programme has its own number. This may be used to search for another frequency on which the same pro- gramme is broadcast.
Region (REG)
Each region has its own number. This may be used to identify the region where the station you are now listening to is located.
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