2003 Hyundai Accent radio antenna

1- 66 FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
FM broadcasts are transmitted at high fre-
quencies and do not bend to follow the earth's
surface. Because of this, FM broadcasts gen-
erally 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: AM broadcasts can be received at greater dis-
tances than FM broadcasts. This is because
AM radio waves are transmitted at low fre-
quencies. These long, low frequency radio
waves can follow the curvature of the earth
rather than travelling straight out into the atmo-
sphere. In addition, they curve around ob-
structions so that they can provide better
signal coverage.
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STEREO SOUND SYSTEM
How Car Audio Works
AM and FM radio signals are broadcast from
transmitter towers located around your city. They
are intercepted by the radio antenna on your
car. This signal is then received by the radio and
sent to your car speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached your
vehicle, the precise engineering of your audio
system ensures high quality reproduction. How-
ever, in some cases the signal coming to your
vehicle may not be strong and clear. This can
be due to factors such as the distance from
the radio station, closeness of other strong
radio stations or the presence of buildings,
bridges or other large obstructions in the area.Ionosphere
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Mountains
Buildings
Obstructed areaUnobstructed
area FM radio station
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Ionosphere FM reception
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Iron bridges
AM reception

FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI 1- 67
o Station Swapping - As an FM signal weak-
ens, another more powerful signal near the
same frequency may begin to play. This is
because your radio is designed to lock onto
the clearest signal. If this occurs, select
another station with a stronger signal.
o Multi-Path Cancellation - Radio signals be-
ing received from several directions can
cause distortion or fluttering. This can be
caused by a direct and reflected signal
from the same station, or by signals from
two stations with close frequencies. If this
occurs, select another station until the con-
dition has passed.
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Using a cellular phone or a two-way
radio
When a cellular phone is used inside the vehi-
cle, noise may be produced from the audio
equipment. This does not mean that something
is wrong with the audio equipment. In such a
case, use the cellular phone at a place as far as
possible from the audio equipment.
o Fading - As your car 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.
o 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 tre-
ble level may lessen this effect until the
disturbance clears.
B750A04L B750A05LCAUTION:When using a communication system such a
cellular phone or a radio set inside the ve-
hicle, a separate external antenna must be
fitted. When a cellular phone or a radio set is
used with an internal antenna alone, it may
interfere with the vehicle's electrical system
and adversely affect safe operation of the
vehicle.
WARNING:Don't use a cellular phone when you are driv-
ing, you must stop at a safe place to use a
cellular phone.
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ANTENNA
Fixed Rod Antenna
Your car uses a fixed rod antenna to receive
both AM and FM broadcast signals.
This antenna is a removable type. To remove
the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install
the antenna, turn it clockwise.
CAUTION:o Be sure to remove the antenna before
washing the car in an automatic car wash
or it may be damaged.
o When reinstalling your antenna, it is im-
portant that it is fully tightened to ensure
proper reception.
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Power Antenna (If Installed)
The antenna will automatically be extended when
the radio power switch is turned on while the
ignition key is in either the "ON" or "ACC"
position. The antenna will automatically be re-
tracted and stored when either the radio power
switch is turned off or the ignition key is set to
the "LOCK" position.
NOTE:o Before turning on the radio, make sure
that no one is near the antenna.
o Before entering an automatic car wash or
a place with a low height clearance, be
sure that the antenna is retracted and
stored.
o If the antenna is dirty, be sure to clean it
in order to avoid an operation malfunc-
tion.
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10- 2 INDEX
Cargo Area Cover .............................................................................1-55
Catalytic Converter ............................................................................. 7-2
Changing a flat tire .............................................................................. 3-6
Child-Protector Rear Door Look ......................................................... 1-5
Child Restraint System .....................................................................1-19
Installing a child restraint seat with the
"Tether Anchorage" system ......................................................1-21
Securing the child restraint seat with the "ISOFIX" system ........1-22
Cigarette Lighter ................................................................................1-45
Clock ................................................................................................1-44
Clutch
Checking fluid ..............................................................................6-14
Pedal free-play .............................................................................6-16
Combination Light
Headlight flasher ..........................................................................1-41
Headlight switch ...........................................................................1-41
High-beam switch ........................................................................1-41
Lane change signal ......................................................................1-40
Turn signal operation ...................................................................1-40
Cooling Fans .....................................................................................6-20
Corrosion Protection
Cleaning the interior ....................................................................... 4-4
Protecting your Hyundai from corrosion ........................................ 4-2
Washing and waxing ...................................................................... 4-3
D
Defrosting/Defogging .........................................................................1-65
Door
Central door lock ........................................................................... 1-6
Door locks ...................................................................................... 1-4
Locking, unlocking front door with a key ....................................... 1-4 A
Airbag................................................................................................1-26
Air Conditioner
Care .............................................................................................6-14
Operation.....................................................................................1-63
Air Filter (For Evaporator and Blower Unit) .....................................1-64
Antenna.............................................................................................1-83
Ashtray ..............................................................................................1-45
Audio Fault Code ..............................................................................1-80
Audio System
Cassette tape player operation (H245) ........................................1-73
Compact disk player operation (H265) ........................................1-78
Stereo radio operation (H215, H245, H265) .............. 1-68, 1-70, 1-75
Automatic Transaxle ........................................................................... 2-7
Overdrive switch ............................................................................ 2-8
Shift lock release ........................................................................... 2-9
B
Battery ...............................................................................................6-19
Bi-Level Heating ................................................................................1-61
Brake
Anti-lock system ..........................................................................2-10
Checking the brakes ....................................................................6-13
Fluid.............................................................................................6-13
Pedal clearance ...........................................................................6-17
Pedal free-play .............................................................................6-17
Practices ......................................................................................2-10
Breaking-In your new Hyundai ........................................................... 1-3
C
Care of Cassette tapes .....................................................................1-81
Care of Disk ......................................................................................1-81