15-EN
Setting RDS Reception Mode and
Receiving RDS Stations
The RDS (Radio Data System) is a radio
information system using the 57 kHz subcarrier of
regular FM broadcast. The RDS allows you to
receive a variety of information such as traffic
information, station names, and to automatically
re-tune to a stronger transmitter that is
broadcasting the same programme.
1Press the SOURCE button until a radio
frequency appears in the display.
2Press the "F" button. The indicator will
illuminate.
3Press the AF button to activate the RDS mode.
4Press the g DN or f UP button to tune in
the desired RDS station.
NOTE
When the BAND button is pressed for at least 2 seconds
while the PS (Programme Service Name) is being
displayed, the display shows the station frequency for 5
seconds, then returns to the previous display.
5Press the AF button to deactivate the RDS
mode.
6Press the "F" button to activate the normal mode.
The indicator will turn off.
Tips
•When the unit receives the PTY31 (Emergency
Broadcast) signal, the unit will show "ALARM" in the
display automatically.
•The RDS digital data includes the followings:
PI Programme Identification
PS Programme Service Name
AF List of Alternative Frequencies
TP Traffic Programme
TA Traffic Announcement
PTY Programme Type
EON Enhanced Other Networks
R.TEXT Radio Text Information
FAF
SOURCE
g DN f UP
RDS Operation