Harman-Kardon AVR 5000 RDS Operation, RDS Tuning, RDS Display Options, Program Search PTY

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Operation

RDS Operation

The AVR5000 is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a wide range of information to FM radio. Now in use in many countries, RDS is a system for transmitting station call signs or network information, a description of station program type, text messages about the station or specifics of a musical selection, and the correct time.

As more FM stations become equipped with RDS capabilities, the AVR5000 will serve as an easy- to-use center for both information and entertainment. This section will help you take maximum advantage of the RDS system.

RDS Tuning

When an FM station is tuned in and it contains RDS data, the RDS Indicator AEwill illumi- nate and the AVR5000 will automatically display the station’s call sign or other program service in the Main Information Display Y.

RDS Display Options

The RDS system is capable of transmitting a wide variety of information in addition to the initial station call sign that appears when a sta- tion is first tuned. In normal RDS operation the display will indicate the station name, broadcast network or call letters. Pressing the RDS button @Penables you to cycle through the various data types in the following sequence:

•The station’s call letters (with some private stations other information too).

•The station’s frequency.

•The Program Type (PTY) as shown in the list below. The PTY Indicator ADwill illuminate when this data is being received.

•A “text” message (Radiotext, RT) containing special information from the broadcast station. Note that this message may scroll across the display to permit messages longer than the eight positions in the display. Depending on signal quality, it may take up to 30 seconds for the text message to appear; in that time, the word TEXTwill flash in the Information Display when RT is selected. The RT Indicator ABwill illuminate when text data is being received and ready to be displayed.

•The current time of day (CT). Note that it may take up to two minutes for the time to appear, in that time the word TIMEwill flash in the information display when CT is selected. The CT Indicator ACwill illuminate when time data is being received. Please note that the accuracy of the time data is dependent on the radio station, not the AVR5000.

Some RDS stations may not include some of these additional features. If the data required for the selected mode is not being transmitted, the Main Information Display Ywill show a NO TYPE, NO TEXTor NO TIME message after the individual time out.

In any FM mode the RDS function requires a strong enough signal for proper operation. If you receive a partial message, or any of the RDS, PTY, CT or RT Indicators AE AD AC ABgoing on and off, try slowly adjusting the antenna or tune to another stronger RDS station.

Program Search (PTY)

An important feature of RDS is its capability of encoding broadcasts with Program Type (PTY) codes that indicate the type of material being broadcast. The following list shows the abbreviations used to indicate each PTY, along with an explanation of the PTY:

•(RDS ONLY)

•(TRAFFIC)

•NEWS: News

•AFFAIRS: Current Affairs

•INFO: Infomation

•SPORT: Sports

•EDUCATE: Educational

•DRAMA: Drama

•CULTURE: Culture

•SCIENCE: Science

•VARIED: Varied Speech Programs

•POPM: Popular Music

•ROCKM: Rock Music

•M.O.R.M.: Middle-of-the-Road Music

•LIGHTM: Classical Music

•CLASSICS: Serious Classical Music

•OTHERM: Other Music

•WEATHER: Weather Information

•FINANCE: Financial Programs

•CHILDREN: Children’s Programs

•SOCIAL A: Social Affairs Programs

•RELIGION: Religious Broadcasts

•PHONE IN: Phone-In Programs

•TRAVEL: Travel and Touring

•LEISURE: Leisure and Hobby

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Contents AVR 5000 Audio/ Video Receiver Table of Contents Declaration of ConformityIntroduction Description and FeaturesFront-Panel Analog A/V Inputs switch- able to Outputs Output Levels for OptimumImportant Safety Information Safety InformationUnpacking Front Panel Controls Preset Stations Selector ÓVolume ControlFront Panel Controls See Front Panel Information Display Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator Preset IndicatorFront Panel Information Display Front Panel Information Display CD Inputs DVD Video Inputs Rear Panel ConnectionsFM Antenna Multiroom IR Input Rear Panel ConnectionsUnswitched Outlet Digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc recorderMain Remote Control Functions Settings after the Delay button has been pressed Direct Input Zone II Remote Control Functions Audio Equipment Connections Installation and ConnectionsVideo Equipment Connections Video Video In/Out jacks, if it´s a recording VCR Scart A/V ConnectionsVideo Connection Notes Important Note for Adapter CablesRGB signals can be pathed through Important Note for the Use SCART-Cinch AdaptersSystem and Power Connections System Configuration System ConfigurationSpeaker Placement Speaker SelectionUsing the On-Screen Display Settings to be Made With Each Input UsedSwitched AC outlet Selecting the On-Screen displayInput Setup Surround SetupSpeaker Setup SurroundAdjustments for Other Inputs Delay SettingsNight Mode Settings Output Level AdjustmentPress and hold the SPL Indicator Select Using EzSetProper Outputs To turn the test tone off and return to On the remote only, not the main vol- ume controlsWill change color to indicate the level Master MenuBasic Operation Controls and Use of HeadphonesOperation Source SelectionSurround Mode Chart Dolby Digital Surround Mode SelectionDigital Audio Playback Rear panel Or front panel #%Rear panel Digital Inputs MP3 Audio PlaybackSelecting a Digital Source Audio Outputs Record modeTape Recording Or 2 OutputsPress the OSD button Lto view the Master Menu Figure Output Level Trim AdjustmentSelect to turn the sensor and indicator off To raise or lower the output levelChannel Direct Input Memory BackupTuner Operation RDS Display Options RDS TuningRDS Operation Program Search PTYOperation Turn On Volume Level Advanced FeaturesDisplay Brightness Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment Semi-OSD SettingsAdvanced Features Multiroom Operation InstallationMultiroom Setup Multiroom OperationDirect Code Entry Time. When the Program/SPL IndicatorProgramming the Remote with Codes Auto-Search MethodVID1/VCR VID2/TV Code ReadoutLearning Codes from a Remote Erasing Learned CodesMacro Programming Erasing Macro CommandsProgramming the Remote Press any Input Selector 456and also the Learn buttonRemote With Other Devices Volume Punch-ThroughProgrammed Device Functions 4and the Mute buttonChannel Control Punch-Through Resetting the Remote MemorySelector button Function List SPLFunction List AVR DVDSetup Code Table TV Hitachi HanseaticHifivox ImperialRediffusionuk RbmukRediffusion RedifusionSetup Code Table VCR HARMAN/KARDON GbcukGraetzitt ITT/NOKIASansui RCARealistic SunstarSetup Code Table CD Setup Code Table CBL Code Number 3digit ListSetup Code Table SAT Setup Code Table DVD Code Number 3 Digit ListAmplifier is in protection mode Troubleshooting GuideProcessor Reset Motors or other electrical appliancesTechnical Specifications Harman Consumer International
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