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NG Radios
Functional Overview
NG Radios
Radio Operation with KL R off
Operation is possible with the key off on the C53 and CD 53 radios. If the radio is turned
on with KL R off, it will play at the last stored volume and settings for 16 minutes until the
General Module sends the sleep command. No changes may be made to the radio unless
KL R is switched back on. The radio can be turned on and off as many times desired.
Diversity Antenna
Antenna diversity has been adapted to the new generation of radios. When the radio is in
operation, the diversity control unit is activated by the “RAD ON” signal.
World Frequency Radio
Radios on vehicles sold in the U.S. are world radios. Specific country settings can be made
using the service mode. The settings are stored in an EEPROM.
Car Memory
If programmed, when locking the vehicle using the remote transmitter the:
last station
Volume setting
Last audio mode (Tape, FM, CD etc.)
are stored according to the key number used. Unlocking the vehicle with the same
transmitter will restore the settings. There is a maximum setting for volume which may be
lower than the setting when the radio was last operated.
Clock
Time can also be displayed when KL R is off by pressing the clock button on the
Radio/MID.
Backlighting
The LCM/LSZ produces two signals for the control of radio backlighting.
Hardwired KL 58g
Lights on/off over the K/I Bus.
The radio contains a photo-cell for adjustment of backlighting to ambient conditions.
