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The same station name can be stored in different channels.
In a certain area or during certain time periods, the station names
may temporarily be different.

 

“PS”, “NO PS” and a station name appear alternately, and the unit
does not operate properly.
If a particular station is not broadcasting properly or a station is
conducting tests, the RDS reception function may not work
properly.
When you receive an RDS station whose signal is too weak,
information like the station name may not be displayed.
“NO PS”, “NO PTY” or “NO RT” will flash for about 5 seconds, and
then the frequency will be displayed.

The first 9 characters of the radio text will appear for 4 seconds
and then they will scroll across the display.
If you tune in to an RDS station which is not broadcasting any
radio text, “NO RT” will be displayed when you switch to the radio
text position.

To specify programmed types and select stations (PTY search):
You can search a station by specifying the programme type (news,
sports, traffic programme, etc. ... see pages 22 - 23) from the stations
in memory.

“SELECT” and “PTY TI” will appear alternately for about 6 
seconds.

Each time the button is pressed, the programme type will 
appear. If the button is held down for more than 0.5 seconds, 
the programme type will appear continuously.

After the selected programme type has been lit for 2 seconds, 
“SEARCH” will appear, and the search operation will start.

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If the display has stopped flashing, start again from step 2. If the
unit finds a desired programme type, the corresponding channel
number will flash for about 4 seconds, and then the station name
will flash for 7 seconds, which will remain lit.
If you want to listen to the same programme type of another
station, press the RDS PTY button whilst the channel number or
station name is flashing. The unit will look for the next station.
If no station can be found, “NOT FOUND” will appear for 4
seconds.

To specify station names and select stations manually:
You can select a station by specifying the name (BBC R1, BBC R2,
etc.) from the stations stored in memory.
Before starting this operation, you must store one or more station
names in memory.

Descriptions of the PTY (Programme Type) codes, TP (Traffic
Programme) and TA (Traffic Announcement).
You can search for and receive the following PTY, TP and TA
signals.

1

Press the TUNER button to select the FM band.

2

Press the 

 or 

 button on the remote control to select a 

desired station.

3

The station name will be displayed for 3 seconds. Then the 
display will change.

Short accounts of facts, events and publicly
expressed views, reportage and actuality.

Topical programme expanding or enlarging upon
the news, generally in different presentation style or
concept, including debate, or analysis.

Programmes whose purpose is to impart advice in
the widest sense.

Programme concerned with any aspect of sport.

Programme intended primarily to educate, of which
the formal element is fundamental.

All radio plays and serials.

Programmes concerned with any aspect of national
or regional culture, including language, theatre, etc.

Programmes about the natural sciences and
technology.

Used for mainly speech-based programmes usually
of light-entertainment nature, not covered by other
categories. Examples include: quizzes, panel
games, personality interviews.

Commercial music, which would generally be
considered to be of current popular appeal, often
featuring in current or recent record sales charts.

Contemporary modern music, usually written and
performed by young musicians.

Current contemporary music considered to be
“easy-listening”, as opposed to Pop, Rock or
Classical, or one of the specialised music styles,
Jazz, Folk or Country. Music in this category is
often but not always, vocal, and usually of short
duration.

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Classical music for general, rather than specialist
appreciation. Examples of music in this category
are instrumental music, and vocal or choral works.

Performances of major orchestral works,
symphonies, chamber music, etc., and including
Grand Opera.

Musical styles not fitting into any of the other
categories. Particularly used for specialist music of
which Rhythm & Blues and Reggae are examples.

Weather reports and forecasts and meteorological
information.

Stock Market reports, commerce, trading, etc.

For programmes targeted at a young audience,
primarily for entertainment and interest, rather than
where the objective is to educate.

Programmes about people and things that
influence them individually or in groups. Includes:
sociology, history, geography, psychology and
society.

Any aspect of beliefs and faiths, involving a God or
Gods, the nature of existence and ethics.

Involving members of the public expressing their
views either by phone or at a public forum.

Features and programmes concerned with travel to
near and far destinations, package tours and travel
ideas and opportunities. Not for use for
announcements about problems, delays, or
roadworks affecting immediate travel where TP/TA
should be used.

Programmes concerned with recreational activities
in which the listener might participate. Examples
include, Gardening, Fishing, Antique collecting,
Cooking, Food & Wine, etc.

Polyphonic, syncopated music characterised by
improvisation.

Songs which originate from, or continue the musical
tradition of the American Southern States.
Characterised by a straightforward melody and
narrative story line.

Current Popular Music of the Nation or Region in
that country's language, as opposed to
International “Pop” which is usually US or UK
inspired and in English.

Music from the so-called “golden age” of popular
music.

Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a
particular nation, usually played on acoustic
instruments. The narrative or story may be based
on historical events or people.

Programme concerned with factual matters,
presented in an investigative style.

Broadcast when testing emergency broadcast
equipment or receivers.

Emergency announcement made under
exceptional circumstances to give warning of
events causing danger of a general nature.

No programme type (receive only).

Broadcasts which carry traffic announcements.

Traffic announcements are being broadcast.

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The unit turns on and play desired source (iPod, TUNER or AUX) or
Buzzer sound for 30 minutes.
Before setting the alarm:

If steps 1 - 6 above are done using the remote control, press the
ALARM ON/OFF button on main unit to activate the alarm.
To switch off subwoofer illumination and display in demonstration
mode, press the E SOUND/DEMO button.

Press the ALARM button.
The selected source or buzzer type will blink.
The unit will display the alarm time for 3 seconds.
During stand-by mode, the display will remain for 6 seconds.

Example: The time is 10:00 AM and iPod function is selected.

Buzzer sound will be output from right speaker only.
Alarm will not activate during power on mode.
When iPod is selected in step 2, if iPod unit is not detected during
alarm activation, source will automatically change to BUZZER 1.
When performing alarm using another unit connected to AUX,
select AUX in step 2. The unit will turn on and enter the clock
function automatically, however, the connected unit to AUX will
not turn on or off.
When the entire preset memory is erased (page 18), source will
automatically change to BUZZER 1 even if TUNER is pre-
selected (step 2).

1 Check that the clock is set to the correct time. (refer page 13)

If it is not set, you cannot use the alarm function.

2 For iPod playback: insert iPod to the unit. (refer page 15) 
3 For TUNER: Set preset memory. (refer page 18)

After source is selected in step 2, press and hold the ALARM button.
If TUNER is selected, press and hold the ALARM button after preset
station is selected in step 3.
The time and volume will be automatically set to the previous
setting.

Activating and deactivating the alarm
Press the ALARM ON/OFF button on main unit to activate or
deactivate the alarm function. When activated:

During power on, “ALARM” will appear.
During stand-by mode, ALARM indicator will light up.

Switching off the sound and display
To turn off the sound and display, press either CLOCK button, 
ON/ STAND-BY button or E SOUND/DEMO button.