Sony CDX-L550 User Manual
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RDS
Overview of RDS
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS)
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio programme signal. For
example, one of the following will be displayed
upon receiving a station with RDS capability.
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio programme signal. For
example, one of the following will be displayed
upon receiving a station with RDS capability.
RDS services
RDS data offers you other conveniences, such as:
•
•
Automatic retuning
of a programme, helpful
during long-distance drives. — AF
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• Receiving
traffic announcements
, even
when enjoying another programme/source. —
TA
TA
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• Selecting stations by the
type of programme
it broadcasts. — PTY
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• Automatic
clock time
setting. — CT
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Notes
• Depending on the country or region, not all of the
• Depending on the country or region, not all of the
RDS functions are available.
• RDS may not work properly if the signal strength is
weak or if the station you are tuned to is not
transmitting RDS data.
transmitting RDS data.
To
Press
Switch display
item
item
(PTY/DSPL)
Displayable items
• Music source
• Clock
• Function
• Clock
• Function
Displayable items
•
Station name (frequency)
•
Programme type