2018 Abarth Punto alarm

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The radio offers the following functions:
Radio section
❒PLL tuning with FM/AM/MW frequency bands;
❒RDS (Radio Data System) with TA function (traffic
information) - TP (traffic programmes) - EON
(Enhanced Other Network) - REG (regional
programmes);
❒AF: alternative frequency search selection in RDS
mode;
❒set-up for emergency alarm;
❒automatic/manual station tuning;
❒FM Multipath detector;
❒manual storing of 30 stations: 18 on FM band (6 on
FM1, 6 on FM2, 6 on FMT), 12 on MW band (6 on
MW1, 6 on MW2);
❒automatic storage (Autostore function) of 6 stations
in the dedicated FM band;
❒SPEED VOLUME function: automatic volume
adjustment depending on the car speed;
❒automatic Stereo/Mono selection.CD section
❒Direct disc selection;
❒Track selection (forward/backward);
❒Fast forward/rewind through tracks;
❒CD Display function: display of disc name and time
elapsed since the start of the track;
❒Playing audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs.
On multimedia CDs, besides audio tracks,
there are data tracks too. Playing this type
of CD can cause hissing at a volume that
may jeopardise road safety as well as causing
damage to the final stages and the speakers.
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VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the volume, turn the twist control fig. 1.
If the volume level is changed during the transmission of
traffic news, the new setting will only be maintained until
the news is finished.MUTE/PAUSE FUNCTION
(bringing the volume to zero)
Press the MUTE button briefly to activate the Mute
function. The volume will gradually decrease and the
words “RADIO Mute” will appear on the display (in
radio mode) or “PAUSE” (in CD mode).
Press the Mute button again to deactivate the MUTE
function. The volume will gradually increase until it
reaches the level previously set.
When the volume is changed using the dedicated
controls, the Mute function is deactivated and the
volume is adjusted to the new level selected.
The Mute function will be overridden when there is an
incoming traffic alert (if the TA function is activated) or
if an emergency alarm is received. The function will be
reactivated when the alert is over.
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EMERGENCY ALARM RECEPTION
The radio can receive emergency alerts in RDS mode in
exceptional circumstances or when there are dangerous
situations (earthquakes, floods, etc.), if these are being
transmitted by the broadcaster tuned into.
This function is activated automatically and cannot be
turned off.
The word Alarm will be shown in the display during the
transmission of an emergency announcement. The
volume of the radio changes during this announcement in
the same way as during traffic news.EON FUNCTION
(Enhanced Other Network)
In some countries, there are circuits that group multiple
broadcasters that are enabled to transmit traffic
information together. In this case, the programme of the
station that is being listened to will be temporarily
interrupted to:
❒receive traffic information (only with the TA function on);
❒listen to regional transmissions each time they are
transmitted by one of the broadcasters in the same
circuit.
STEREOPHONIC BROADCASTERS
If the incoming signal is weak, playback is automatically
switched from Stereo to Mono.
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CD LOADING/EJECTION
To load the CD, insert it gently into the slot to activate
the motorised loading system, which will position it
correctly.
The CD can be loaded with radio off and the ignition key
turned to MAR: in this case the radio will remain off.
When the radio is turned on, the last source listened to
before being switched off will be activated.
When a CD is inserted the display will show the symbol
“CD-IN” and the text “CD Reading”. They will remain
displayed for the whole time required for the radio to
read the CD. When this time has elapsed the radio
automatically starts playing the first track.
Press the ˚button (EJECT) with the radio on to activate
the motorised ejection of the CD. After ejection, the last
audio source listened to before playing the CD will be
heard.
If the CD is not removed from the radio, it will
automatically be reloaded about 20 seconds later and the
Tuner mode will be tuned into (Radio).
The CD cannot be ejected if the radio is off.
If the ejected CD is reloaded without having removed it
completely from the slot, the radio will not switch to the
CD source.
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Possible error messages
If the loaded CD cannot be read (e.g. a CD ROM has
been inserted or the CD is inserted the wrong way
round or there is reading error) the display shows the
text “CD Disc error”.
The CD will then be ejected and the audio source
activated before the CD mode selection will be heard.
With external audio source on (“TA”, “ALARM” and
“Phone”) the CD which cannot be read will not be
ejected until these functions are terminated. At the end,
with the CD mode activated, the display will show the
text “CD Disc error” for a few seconds and then the
CD will be ejected.
If the CD player overheats the CD playing could be
temporarily interrupted. The radio will automatically
turn to the Radio (Tuner) mode and the display will
show “CD hot” and then “CD disc error”.
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KNOWING
YOUR VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
MAINTENANCE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CONTENTS
– tips for extending
battery life .................................... 194
Bi-zone automatic climate
control system ............................ 44
Body
– body version codes ................ 207
– cleaning, care and
maintenance ................................ 200
– maintenance ............................. 202
Bodywork codes ........................... 207
Bodywork paint
identification plate ...................... 206
Bodywork versions ...................... 207
Bonnet
– opening/closing ........................ 81
Boot ................................................. 76
– closing the tailgate ................... 77
– expanding the boot ................ 78
– opening the boot in
an emergency .............................. 77
– removing the parcel shelf ...... 80
– tailgate opening ....................... 76
Boot courtesy light ....................... 57
– bulb replacement .................... 169
Boot
– closing the tailgate .................. 77– expanding the boot ................ 78
– opening the tailgate ................ 76
– opening the tailgate in
an emergency .............................. 77
– removing the parcel shelf ...... 80
Brake Assist (system) .................. 87
Brake Assist system ..................... 87
Brake fluid
– checking levels and
topping up .................................... 191
– specifications ............................ 218
Brake lights
– bulb replacement .................... 165
Brakes
– brake fluid (type) .................... 218
– checking levels and
topping up .................................... 191
– handbrake ................................. 134
– technical specifications .......... 209
Bulbs
– bulb types ..........................159-160
– external bulb replacement .... 161
– general information
on replacement ........................... 158ABS ................................................. 85
– Brake Assist ............................. 87
ABS system .................................... 85
– Brake Assist ............................. 87
Accessories purchased by
the owner .................................... 105
Additional brake light
(third brake light)
– bulb replacement .................... 166
Air filter .......................................... 192
Air recirculation ........................43-46
Air vents ......................................... 38
Airbag deactivation ....................... 126
Alarm .............................................. 9
Ashtray ............................................. 65
ASR (system).................................. 89
Battery
– checking the charge and
the electrolyte level ................... 193
– jump starting ............................ 151
– maintenance ............................. 193
– recharging ................................. 177
– replacement ............................. 193
CONTENTS
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