Technics SA-DA10, SA-DA8 To display RDS information, Press RDS, Press PRESET, Display Mode

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RDS broadcasts Only for the United Kingdom

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RDS

(Radio data system) is a multiplex broadcasting system.

 

 

Along with the audio signals of FM broadcasts, text information

 

 

 

 

 

 

and other signals are transmitted to help you enjoy radio more and

 

 

 

make tuning into programs easier. This unit can use the following

 

 

 

types of signals.

 

 

 

ÁPS (Program service):

 

 

 

The name of the station can be displayed.

 

 

 

ÁPTY (Program type):

 

 

 

The type of program can be displayed. This signal can also be

 

 

 

used to search for a type of program (a page 33). See page 35

 

 

 

for more information about the PTY displays.

 

 

 

ÁEON (Enhanced other networks):

 

 

 

This signal is used between networked stations to make it

 

 

 

easier for listeners to tune into a type of program (a page 34).

 

 

 

ÁRT (Radio text):

1

 

 

This is text transmitted by the station. This unit can show a

 

 

maximum of 64 characters by scrolling it across the screen. The

 

 

text could be information about the song playing, traffic and

 

 

 

 

 

 

weather reports, phone-in numbers, or police information.

RDS

 

 

Some areas currently do not have PTY, EON, and RT.

 

 

 

TUNED STEREO

RDS

 

 

To display RDS information

SPEAKERS

 

MHz

The display normally shows the radio frequency. When the “RDS”

 

 

A

 

 

indicator lights, the station is broadcasting RDS signals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Press [RDS].

2

 

 

2

Press [PRESET, DISPLAY MODE].

PRESET

 

 

 

Each time you press the button, the display changes .

 

 

 

q Frequency display

 

 

 

 

DISPLAY MODE

 

 

 

w PS display

 

 

 

(See below if PS is not displayed)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

e PTY display

 

 

 

 

(“NO PTY” is displayed if PTY signals are not being

 

 

 

 

received, then the frequency is shown again.)

 

1

 

 

r RT display

 

 

 

(There is no change if RT signals are not being received.)

TUNED STEREO RDS

MHz

A

If RDS signals are not being received, the “RDS” indicator does not light and there is no change when the button is pressed.

2

STEREO RDS PS

A

3

For your reference

Occasionally PS isn’t displayed even if PS signals are being received. You may be able to see PS if you change the reception mode.

Press and hold [PRESET, DISPLAY MODE].

The mode switches between “MODE 1” and “MODE 2” every time the button is pressed and held.

If PS isn’t displayed, PS signals are not being received. Restore “MODE 1” in this case.

STEREO RDS

PTY

A

4

STEREO RDS

RT

SPEAKERS

 

A

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Contents SA-DA8 Table of contents How to replace the fuse Before useBefore use EB area code model onlySafety precautions When using DVD 6CH Input mode To enjoy surround soundSize DistanceFront panel controls $3Low impedance indicator LOW IMP $4Front speaker indicator $5Signal format indicators$6DSP sound mode indicators Name Ref.page0Direct tuning/disc enter button 9DSP sound mode select button1Delay time/level adjust buttons 1TV volume buttonsCorrect method of use Concerning the remote controlBattery installation Connecting a DVD player ConnectionsOptical fiber cable ConnectionConnecting video equipment Connecting to the VCR 3 terminals on the front panelConnections Optical fiber cable not included Video cable not includedConnections Connecting audio equipmentAntenna connections Connecting the AC mains lead and other information AC mains leadSpeaker connections Placement of speakersConnecting speakers Connecting the cables Bi-wiring connectionSpeaker connections Speaker impedance 6-16ΩSpeaker settings PreparationConnection Preparatory stepsComplete the size settings for Press a to select DistancePress B to select the speaker Channel to be setAdjusting speaker output level About the program format indicators L, C, R, LS, S, LFE, RS Stereo modeSurround mode Following indicators light depending on the sourceIf the DTS source you are playing is not recognized DSP sound modesSFC modes Press Digital Input to select the desired input mode Press DSP Sound Mode to select Desired modeEnjoying the sounds Press /l Select the speaker systems to be usedStart the source Adjust the volume OperationsPress SFC to select the desired SFC ModeEnsure BI-AMP lights when BI-WIRE is To enjoy bi-amp soundSelected Press Tape MonitorTo adjust the tone quality To adjust the sound balanceTurn Balance to adjust the left/right sound balance When using the VCR 3 terminalsStart the desired source Switching DVD analogue inputTurn Input Selector to select DVD Press DVD 6CH Input Vgca mode Turn Input Selector to select the source Press VgcaTo confirm the current display To turn Vgca offSequential tuning If noise is excessive in the FM stereo modeRadio If there is hissing or thumping while the radio is playingDirect tuning FunctionsRadio Press TUNER/BANDPreset tuning Radio functions Press RDS Press PRESET, Display ModeTo display RDS information PTY search and EON tuning Press RDS Press TuningSelector to select the desired Program typeEON tuning When no EON is displayedPress FM MODE, EON To check the program type while on reception standbyAbout the PTY display Display ExplanationDynamic range compression To listen through headphonesOther functions When using the unit in a darkened room OthersTo mute the sound level Press MutingRemote control SA-DA10Remote control To operate the receiverTo select the desired channel directly To select radio stations by frequencyRemote control Direct TuningTo operate a CD player or MD deck To operate a cassette deckSA-DA8 To fast-forward or rewind the video tape To stop play To watch TV broadcastsTo watch video tapes DVD To operate a DVD player To start siow-motion playTo select still pictures Page skip To select a group To stop playSA-DA10 only To change the remote control code TV codes Making a recording Recording on a tape deck or VCRBegin the source to be recorded To monitor sound being recorded onto a tape deckTimer function Setting the timersPress TIMER, -MODE, -TIME to select the desired timer mode ReferenceTroubleshooting guide Problem Probable causes Suggested remedy PagesWhile listening to FM broadcasts While listening to AM broadcastsReset function MaintenanceCommon Problems If the surfaces are dirtySpecifications DIN 45

SA-DA8, SA-DA10 specifications

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