RDS
RDS broadcasts additional information, such as the station name, in the FM wave band. When playing a station with multiple frequencies, the system automatically switches to the frequency with the best reception, if needed.
Switching the RDS on/off
1. "Radio"
2. "FM"
3. Open "Options".
4. "RDS"

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
See also:
Display on the Control Display
Activating/deactivating systems
System status
Gray: the system is not activated.
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Blue: the system is activated. A
suitable parking space was
found.
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