Kia XCeed 2020 Owner's Manual page 292

Infotainment system
AM reception
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AM broadcasts can be received
at greater distances than FM
broadcasts. This is because AM
radio waves are transmitted at
low frequencies. These long, low
frequency radio waves can follow
the curvature of the earth rather
than travelling straight out into the
atmosphere. In addition, they curve
around obstructions so that they
can provide better signal coverage.
FM radio station
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FM broadcasts are transmitted at
high frequencies and do not bend to
follow the earth's surface. Because
of this, FM broadcasts generally
begin to fade at short distances
from the station. Also, FM signals
are easily affected by buildings,
mountains, or other obstructions.
These can result in certain listening
conditions which might lead you to
believe a problem exists with your
radio. The following conditions are
normal and do not indicate radio
trouble:
• Fading - As your vehicle moves
away from the radio station, the
signal will weaken and sound will
begin to fade. When this occurs,
we suggest that you select
another stronger station.
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• Flutter/Static - Weak FM signals
or large obstructions between
the transmitter and your radio
can disturb the signal causing
static or fluttering noises to
occur. Reducing the treble level
may lessen this effect until the
disturbance clears.
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