Using the radio data system (rds), What is the radio data system, Receiving rds broadcasts – Sony DAV-X1V User Manual

Page 64: European models only)

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Tip

• You can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY

repeatedly (page 64).

Viewing the station name or
frequency in the front panel
display

When the system is set to “TUNER FM” or
“TUNER AM,” you can check the frequency
using the front panel display.

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as shown.
1

Station name*

2

Frequency**

* This is displayed if you have entered a name for a

preset station.

** Returns to the original display when several seconds

has elapsed.

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.
RDS is available only for FM stations.*

Note

• 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.

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do

they provide the same type 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 front
panel display.

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, the station

name may not appear in the front panel display.

Tip

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

frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly.

Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)

(European models only)

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