Sony CDX-4150RDS Overview of the RDS function, Displaying the station name, Select an FM station

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RDS

Overview of the RDS function

The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows FM stations to send additional digital information along with the regular radio programme signal. Your car stereo offers you a variety of services. Here are

Re-tuning the same programme automatically

— Alternative Frequencies (AF)

The Alternative Frequencies (AF) function automatically selects and re-tunes the station with the strongest signal in a network. By using this function, you can continuously listen to the same programme during a long- distance drive without having to re-tune the station manually.

Frequencies change automatically.

just a few: re-tuning the same programme automatically, listening to traffic announcements and locating a station by programme type.

Notes

• Depending on the country or region, not all of the RDS functions are available.

EN • RDS may not work properly if the signal strength is weak or if the station you are tuned in to is not transmitting RDS data.

98.5MHz

Station

96.0MHz

102.5MHz

Displaying the station name

The name of the station currently received lights up in the display.

Select an FM station (page 6).

When you tune in an FM station that transmits RDS data, the station name appears in the display.

FM1 BBC 1 FM

Note

The “*” indication means that an RDS station is being received.

Changing the displayed items

Each time you press (DSPL), the item changes as follows:

Ó Frequency Ó Clock Ó Station Name

Note

“NO NAME” appears if the station received does not transmit RDS data.

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1 Select an FM station (page 6).

2 Press (AF/TA) repeatedly until “AF” appears.

The unit starts searching for an alternative station with a stronger signal in the same network.

Note

When there is no alternative station in the area and you do not need to search for an alternative station, turn the AF function off by pressing (AF/TA) repeatedly until “AF TA” disappears.

Changing the displayed items

Each time you press (AF/TA), the item changes as follows:

Ó AF

Ó TA

Ó AF TA*

Blank Ò

*Select this to turn on both the AF and TA functions.

Notes

“NO AF” and the station name flash alternately, if the unit cannot find an alternative station in the network.

If the station name starts flashing after selecting a station with the AF function on, this indicates that no alternative frequency is available. Press (SEEK/AMS) while the station name is flashing (within eight seconds). The unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (Programme Identification) data (“PI SEEK” appears and no sound is heard). If the unit cannot find another frequency, “NO PI” appears, and the unit returns to the originally selected frequency.

Actual total number:

Sony CDX-4150RDS (E,S,P,Sw) 3-859-317-12(1)

 

 

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Contents FM/MW/LW Welcome Table of Contents Resetting the unit Getting StartedDetaching the front panel Attaching the front panelSetting the clock CD PlayerListening to a CD Changing the displayed itemsMemorising stations automatically RadioPlaying a CD in various modes If you cannot tune in a preset station If FM stereo reception is poor Monaural ModeReceiving the memorised stations Memorising only the desired stationsRe-tuning the same programme automatically Overview of the RDS functionDisplaying the station name Alternative Frequencies AFListening to traffic announcements Presetting RDS stations with the AF and TA data Presetting the same setting for all preset stationsPresetting different settings for each preset station Locating a station by programme typeSetting the clock automatically Adjusting the sound characteristicsTo cancel the CT function Other FunctionsPrecautions Additional InformationChanging the sound and beep tone Boosting bass sound D-bassMaintenance Fuse replacementWhen you play 8 cm CDs Cleaning the connectorsDismounting the unit Attaching the label to the rotary remoteLocation of controls Refer to the pages for details¼ Mute button ¢ PTY programme type buttonSpecifications Power amplifier sectionCD player section Tuner sectionRadio reception Troubleshooting guideCD playback Error displays Index Bass¡Bienvenido Indice Otras funcionesAlarma de precaución Restauración de la unidadExtracción del panel frontal Fijación del panel frontalReproductor de discos compactos Ajuste del relojReproducción de un disco compacto Cambio de los elementos mostradosReproducción repetida de temas Reproducción de un disco compacto en diversos modosBúsqueda de un tema determinado Exploración de temas Pulse Mode varias veces para seleccionar la banda Memorización automática de emisorasMemorización de las emisoras deseadas Memorización de la mejor sintonía BTMDescripción general de la función RDS Visualización del nombre de la emisoraRecepción de emisoras memorizadas Si no puede sintonizar una emisora programadaResintonización automática del mismo programa Frecuencias alternativas AFRecepción de programas regionales Función de enlace local sólo Reino UnidoPara cancelar el anuncio de tráfico actual Programación del volumen de los anuncios de tráficoRecepción de anuncios de tráfico Programación de emisoras RDS con los datos AF y TALocalización de una emisora mediante el tipo de programa Ajuste automático del relojTipos de programas Indicación Pulse PTY durante la recepción de FM hasta que aparezca PTYCancelación del sonido Otras funcionesAjuste de las características de sonido Cambio de los ajustes de sonido y tono del pitidoPrecauciones Notas sobre el manejo de discos compactosNotas sobre condensación de humedad Reproducción de discos compactos de 8 cmMantenimiento Desmontaje de la unidadAdhesión de la etiqueta al mando a distancia rotativo Sustitución del fusible¢ Botón PTY tipo de programa Ubicación de los controlesConsulte las páginas indicadas para obtener más información Especificaciones Recepción de radio Guía de solución de problemasReproducción de CD Indicaciones de error ProblemaCausa/SoluciónFunciones RDS Ausencia de anuncios de tráfico. Active TAIndice alfabético I, J, KBem vindo Índice RádioAlarme de advertência Como começarReinicializar o aparelho Retirar o painel frontalLeitor de CDs Acertar o relógioOuvir um CD Alterar os elementos do visorMemorização automática de estações RádioReproduzir um CD em vários modos Memorização das estações pretendidas Recepção das estações memorizadasSe não conseguir sintonizar uma estação pré-programada Se a recepção FM estéreo for deficiente Modo MonoPanorâmica da função Visualização do nome da estaçãoRe-sintonização automática do mesmo programa Mudança dos elementos no visorPara cancelar as informações de trânsito recebidas Ouvir informações sobre a situação do trânsitoOuvir um programa regional Função Ligação Local só para o Reino UnidoPré-regulação do volume das informações sobre o trânsito Pré-programação das estações RDS através dos dados AF e TARecepção de informações de emergência Indicação TA VOL aparece e a definição fica memorizadaAcerto automático do relógio Para cancelar a função CTLocalização de uma estação através do tipo de programa Outras funções Cortar o somRegulação das características de som Alterar o som e a tonalidade do sinal sonoroInformação adicional PrecauçõesNotas sobre o manuseamento dos Notas sobre a condensação da humidadeManutenção Desmontagem do aparelhoColar a etiqueta no comando rotativo Substituição do fusível¥ Anel rotativo D-BASS Localização das teclasPara mais informações, consulte as respectivas páginas Especificações Secção do leitor de CDSecção do sintonizador Secção do amplificador de potênciaRecepção de rádio Guia de resolução de problemasReprodução de CD Funções RDS Mensagens de erro no visorÍndice remissivo Välkommen Innehållsförteckning Ytterligare informationKomma igång Återställa enhetenTa bort frontpanelen Sätta fast frontpanelenCD-spelare Ställa klockanLyssna på en CD Ändra det som visas i teckenfönstretSpela en CD i olika lägen Lagra kanaler automatisktLagra endast de önskade kanalerna Motta de lagrade kanalernaOm du inte kan ställa in en förinställd kanal Om FM-stereomottagningen är dålig Enkanaligt lägeVisa kanalnamnet Ställa in samma program automatisktÖversikt av RDS- funktionen Alternativa frekvenser AFLyssna på trafikmeddelanden Förinställa samma inställning för alla förinställda kanaler Söka en kanal efter programtypFörinställa RDS-kanalerna med AF och TA data Övriga funktioner LjudjusteringSnabbdämpa ljudet Ställa klockan automatisktSäkerhetsföreskrifter Ytterligare informationÄndra ljud och pipljud Underhåll Anmärkningar om fuktkondenseringNär du spelar en 8 cm CD Byta säkringDemontera enheten Fästa etiketten på vridkontrollen£ Power SELECT-omkopplare finns längst ned på enheten Reglagens placeringMer information finns på sidorna ¢ PTY diskminnesfunktion knappTekniska data CD-spelarenTunern EffektförstärkareFelsökning På inbyggd CDRadiomottagning RDS-funktionerFel visas Teckenfönster Orsak ÅtgärdRegister Y, ZSony CDX-4150RDS E,S,P,Sw

CDX-4150RDS specifications

The Sony CDX-4150RDS is a versatile car audio receiver designed to enhance the driving experience with its robust features and technologies. As a part of Sony's esteemed line of car audio equipment, the CDX-4150RDS strikes a balance between performance and usability, making it a popular choice among auto audio enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the CDX-4150RDS is its Radio Data System (RDS) capability. This technology enables the receiver to display information like station identification, song titles, and artist names, providing an enhanced listening experience. Drivers can stay informed while on the road, making it easier to discover new music and stations.

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The design of the CDX-4150RDS is user-friendly, featuring a large, clear display and intuitive controls, making it easy to operate even while driving. The buttons are well-spaced and responsive, ensuring that users can navigate through menus with minimal distraction.

In terms of durability, Sony has built the CDX-4150RDS with high-quality components that are meant to withstand the rigors of daily use in cars. The receiver is designed for easy installation, allowing it to fit into most standard car audio setups without hassle.

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