You can choose whether or not to restrict the RDS channels,
received with the AF function for a particular network, to a
specific region. When the Region Restrict Function is on, the
region is restricted.
Display and setting:
"Regional ON" : The Region Restrict Function is on. (Default
setting)
"Regional OFF" : The Region Restrict Function is off.
Sometimes stations in the same network broadcast different
programs or use different program service names.
NOTE
Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function)
Display and setting:
"AF ON" : The AF function is on. (Default setting)
"AF OFF" : The AF function is off.
When no other stations with stronger reception are available for
the same program in the RDS network, you may hear the
incoming broadcast in bits and snatches. Turn off the AF function
in such a case.
NOTE
When poor reception is experienced, automatically switch to
another frequency broadcasting the same program in the
same RDS network with better reception.
The RDS indicator lights up when the AF function is turned on.
AF (Alternative Frequency) Function
You can automatically store all the receivable frequencies in
the band currently being listened to, and then recall them with
the touch of a button later. This function is especially useful
when you are travelling and do not know what stations are
available. Up to six frequencies can be stored this way.
Display and setting:
Select the display "Auto-Memory" during the selecting function
in the menu system.
Press either the 4or ¢button for at least two seconds to
start auto memory function.
The numbers of the preset station buttons showed in order.
When all the stations in a certain band are stored in the preset
memory, the auto memory entry stops. The tuner then plays
the last station received.
•When the AF function is turned on while auto memory entry
takes place, only RDS stations (i.e., stations with RDS
capability) are stored. RDS stations that have been preset for
FM1 cannot also be preset in FM2 or FM3.
•When the local seek function is turned while auto memory
entry takes place, stations with poor reception are not stored.
•When the Traffic Information function is on , only the local
traffic information station frequency will be stored.
Canceling Auto Memory Entry During Its Operation:
Press the 4or ¢button while auto memory entry is taking
place to stop the process.
Recalling a Preset Station:
Press the preset station button (#1-6) for the desired station.
The number of the recalled station is displayed.
NOTE
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1
Auto Memory Entry <In Tuner mode>
Menu settings
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