RDS Operation
SOURCE
g DN f UP F AF
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
1 Press the SOURCE button until a radio frequency appears in the display.
2 Press the "F" button. The 
indicator will illuminate.
3 Press the AF button to activate the RDS mode.
4 Press 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.
5 Press the AF button to deactivate the RDS mode.
6 Press 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 |
