RadioDataSystem(Rds)Operation - Jensen MP1516 Owner's Manual

MP1516
SaveYourPresetStations
There are six numbered preset buttons which can store and recall stations for
each band. While listening to a radio station you would like to save as a pre-set,
press and hold one of the buttons numbered 1-6 until you hear a beep. The
button you pressed is now the pre-set button for that station.
AutomaticScanandStore
While listening to the FM radio, press and hold theF/PS button. The receiver will
automatically scan and save stations of the 3 FM bands.
While listening to the AM radio, press and hold the F/PSbutton. The receiver will
automatically scan and save stations of the 2 AM bands.
ScanandPreviewSavedStations
Press the F/PSbutton once and the receiver will scan the radio stations in the
current band.

RadioDataSystem(RDS)Operation

The Radio Data System (RDS) simultaneously transmits digital data along with
the audio signal on FM radio. Although RDS is a European standard, it is also used
in the USA, where it is called Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS). RDS enables
traffic reports to be received and provides many facilities, including enabling the
radio station name and program information to be displayed on the display panel.
RDS service availability varies with areas. If RDS service is not available in your
area, the following services are not available, either.
AF-Alternative Frequency
Press the AF button on the faceplate to turn the Alternative Frequency function
on or off. When the radio signal strength is poor, enabling the AF function will
allow the unit to tune to the same PI (Program Identification) as the current
station but with stronger signal strength, so that you do not have to retune the
stations when driving between different transmitter coverage areas. When the
AF symbol is on, RDS information is received; when AF symbol is flashing, RDS
information is not yet received.
PS (Program Service name): the name of station will be display instead of
frequency.
If RDS service is not available in your area, turn off the AF mode. The default
setting is OFF.
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