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The analog (FM) mode is the standard
mode. The FM radio signal is an analog
signal. When receiving an FM signal, the
“FM” icon appears on the display.
The HD Radio mode is the new, digital mode.
Many HD Radio stations have several
sub-channels called “Multicast Channels.” When
receiving an HD Radio signal, the “HD” icon and
the channel number appear on the display.
RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System) mode provides additional
functionality to FM radio reception by transmitting encoded analog
information with the FM radio signal. This signal is decoded by an RBDS
receiver and can provide a range of informational features including the
station’s name. The RBDS text is usually centered. When the text lls
the display, it begins scrolling. When receiving an RBDS signal, the
“RBDS” icon appears on the display.
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Step 3 Understanding radio modes
Your radio has three radio modes: analog (FM), HD Radio, and RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System).