Sony CDX-L450 Radio reception, RDS, noises, Problem, Problem, possible, Cause/Solution, Cause/Solution, seconds of listening, PTY displays “NONE.”, Automatic tuning is not

Radio reception

Problem	Cause/Solution
Preset tuning is not possible.	•Store the correct frequency in the memory.
	•The broadcast signal is too weak.
The stations cannot be received.	Connect a power aerial control lead (blue) or accessory power
The sound is hampered by	supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car’s aerial
noises.	booster. (Only when your car has built-in FM/MW/LW aerial
	in the rear/side glass.)
Automatic tuning is not	The broadcast signal is too weak.
possible.	tUse manual tuning.
The “ST” indication flashes.	•Tune in the frequency accurately.
	•The broadcast signal is too weak.
	t Set to the MONO mode (page 12).

RDS

Problem	Cause/Solution
The SEEK starts after a few	The station is non-TP or has weak signal.
seconds of listening.	t Press (AF) or (TA) repeatedly until “AF-OFF” or
	“TA-OFF” appears.
No traffic announcements.	•Activate “TA.”
	•The station does not broadcast any traffic announcements
	despite being TP. tTune to another station.
PTY displays “NONE.”	The station does not specify the programme type.

If the above-mentioned solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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