FM
An FM aerial is required to receive VHF radio signals.
In moderately strong signal areas, the dipole ribbon aerial supplied can be used with reasonable results.
1.Loosen the two
2.Slide a terminal tag from the long end of the ribbon aerial under one of the screws and tighten securely. Repeat with the other tag and remaining screw.
3.Attach the
4.Experiment with the position of the aerial to get the best reception (FM signals are both vertically and horizontally polarised).
In weak signal areas, or for optimum FM radio reception, a roof- or
In some areas, cable radio may be available or, in an apartment building, a distributed aerial system may be installed. In either of these cases you should have sockets in your home marked FM or VHF (do not use those marked TV); these should be connected to the FM coaxial connector on the rear of the unit.
Sirius
An antenna suitable for receiving Sirius satellite broadcasts is included with the SiriusConnect™ Home Tuner accessory (not supplied).
The Sirius
Visit www.sirius.com for more information.
AM
An AM aerial is required to receive AM/medium wave radio signals, so a simple loop aerial is supplied. Follow the assembly instructions in the adjacent diagram.
Make sure that the aerial is positioned well away from TVs, computers and other sources of RF noise. Rotate the aerial to discover which position gives the best reception.
In weak signal areas, or when the T32 is in use inside a
Assembling the AM loop aerial
1.Release the
English
Information on radio transmissions
In the UK, the following Internet resources may be of interest:
www.bbc.co.uk/reception/info/index.shtml
This gives access to downloadable factsheets in PDF format on DAB digital audio, Analogue radio (FM/AM), Radio recption on the move and RDS, and Radio reception overseas.
www.bbc.co.uk/radio/waystolisten/analogue
To find the optimum frequencies for listening to BBC national radio networks in your area.
www.frequencyfinder.org.uk
This gives a comprehensive station directory for the UK and Ireland, in frequency order, or by selecting a town or city.
www.mediauk.com/radio
This gives detailed information on all UK radio stations, including contact details, transmission frequencies and channel numbers.
Where Sirius satellite radio broadcasts are available, see:
www.sirius.com/whatsonsirius
This gives programme details of Sirius satellite radio, a subscriber service available throughout most of North America. Information about their 130 channels of
2.Push the tab into the open slot in the base of the stand. Press until the tab clicks home.
3.Connect the lead wires to the AM socket at the rear of the unit (the wires are not polarised). Rotate the aerial’s stand until you obtain the best reception.