Using the radio data system (rds), What is the radio data system, Receiving rds broadcasts – Sony 4-170-060-12(1) User Manual

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Each time you press DISPLAY, the station name
and the frequency alternate in the front panel
display.

• The station name is displayed if you have entered a

name for a preset station.

• The frequency in the front panel display switches to

the station name after several seconds.

What is the Radio Data
System?

The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. This tuner offers convenient
RDS features, such as station name display.*

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do

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

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station.

When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the frequency in the front panel display
switches to the station name.*

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a station name

will not appear in the front panel display unless you
set the station name manually.

• RDS may not work properly if the station you are

tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly,
or if the signal strength is weak.

• When a station name is displayed, you can check the

frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly.

Tips

Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)

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