AUX, USB port (if equipped)
You can use the AUX port to connect
audio devices and the USB port to plug
in a USB device or iPod ®
.
NOTICE
When using a portable audio device
connected to the power outlet, noise
may occur during playback. If this
happens, use the power source of
the portable audio device.
❈ iPod ®
is a trademark of Apple Inc.
How vehicle audio works
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AM and FM radio signals are broadcast
from transmitter towers located around your city. They are intercepted
by the radio antenna on your vehicle.
This signal is then received by the radio and sent to your vehicle speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached
your vehicle, the precise engineering of
your audio system ensures the best possible quality reproduction. However,
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, close‐ ness of other strong radio stations or
the presence of buildings, bridges or
other large obstructions in the area.
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AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broadcasts. This is because AM radio waves are
transmitted at low frequencies. These
long, low frequency radio waves can follow the curvature of the earth rath‐
er than travelling straight out into the
atmosphere. In addition, they curve around obstructions so that they can
provide better signal coverage.
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Using a cellular phone or a two-
way radio
When a cellular phone is used inside the
vehicle, noise may be produced from the audio system. This does not mean
that something is wrong with the audio
equipment. In such a case, use the cel‐ lular phone at a place as far as possible
from the audio equipment.
CAUTION
When using a communication sys‐tem such as a cellular phone or a ra‐dio set inside the vehicle, a separateexternal antenna must be fitted.When a cellular phone or a radio setis used with an internal antennaalone, it may interfere with the vehi‐cle's electrical system and adverselyaffect safe operation of the vehicle.
WARNING
Do not use a cellular phone whiledriving. Stop at a safe location to usea cellular phone.
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