Reduced power, distortion and a ‘stuttering’ sound are all signs that the batteries may need replacing. With TA, you can be tuned in to any broadcast. From time to time, TA will intervene to make an announcement about the traffic situation, and then the station you were originally listening to will resume.

On the contrary, we could argue that radios have remained relevant to this day precisely because of the constant upgrades over time. Another reason why RDS has become well known is that it provides traffic information, which could be helpful to the driver. Q: What does PTY mean? A: PTY stands for Programme Type. If your radio uses RDS technology, which is very likely, you can set it to automatically connect to transmissions of a particular type. PTY31 is intended for emergency announcements, in case of imminent dangers, natural disasters, and so on.

FAQ’s RDS Radio

Obviously, other technologies have also evolved, such as the new smartphones and navigation systems. Sadly both of these 2 radios have been discontinued, and the only other small radio with the sd recording facility is the Roberts record R which certainly hasn't had universal praise heaped upon it. Recording onto an sd card seems such a good idea, I'm surprised more people don't use it, especially when you can set both the rd41 and the Evoke 3 to record programmes at the same time every day, week and indefinitely.

A: The Radio Data System is primarily used by car drivers. Even so, RDS can be used by tabletop radios as well.

One such upgrade would be RDS. After reading this article, you will know what RDS radio is, how it came to be and how it helps us every day. Program Identification is one of the most fundamental features of RDS, and also one of the simplest. The second video features some of the other features of the Radio Data System, especially PS and RT. A: RDS allows your radio to receive additional information about traffic and the like from radio stations. It’s simple to get live RAC traffic reports for your area, which means you’ll always stay informed about delays, slow-moving traffic and any other incidents that could affect your journey.

If you no longer own it, try looking either on a forum specialized on your car model, or consult a mechanic. Q: Where is RDS used?When the receiver goes out of coverage of a transmitter, it will automatically search for a transmission with a stronger signal but with the same code. Most of the advantages described above can also be achieved with the help of a mobile phone or navigation system.

You can find the entire list of RDS Programme Types on the Internet, or you might even find them in your radio’s user manual … if you still have it, that is. 07. Traffic programme (TP)This feature plays a role similar to TP, with the difference that you don’t have to stay permanently connected to the transmissions that provide traffic information.