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Using the radio data system on fm stations (rds), European model only), Using the radio data system on fm – Sony CMT-GPX9DAB User Manual

Page 16: Stations (rds) (european model only), What is the radio data system, Receiving rds broadcasts

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Note

When switching to CD function from tuner, a longer
time may be required to access the disc. In this case, set
“CD POWER” and “ON” by CD power manage
function (page 14).

Tips

• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied

aerials, or connect a commercially available external
aerial.

• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press

FM MODE repeatedly until “MONO” appears.
There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will
improve.

• Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until “AUTO”

appears in step 3 above, then press + or – (or
TUNING + or – on the unit). The frequency
indication changes and scanning stops when the
system tunes in a station (Automatic Tuning).

• To record the radio programs, use manual recording

(page 18).

• When receiving DAB station that carries DRC

(Dynamic Range Control) data, “DRC” appears in
the display.

• “SECONDARY” appears in the display when

receiving secondary service (DAB only).

• Primary service is automatically received when

secondary service ends.

(European model only)

What is the Radio Data
System?

Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. RDS is available only on FM
stations.*

Note

RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned
in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal is weak.

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they

provide the same types of services. If you are not
familiar with the RDS system, check with your local
radio stations for details on RDS services in your
area.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station from the FM band.

When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name appears in the display.

To check the RDS information

Each time you press DISPLAY the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name*

t Frequency t Clock display

t Bass level t Treble level

* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the

station name may not appear in the display.

Using the Radio Data
System on FM stations
(RDS)