Volvo S60: How HD broadcasting works
HD Radio works similarly to conventional radio and broadcasts of this type are available in many areas of the United States. However, there are a few key differences:
- Instead of transmitting one analogue signal, stations send out a bundled signal – both analogue and digital.
- An HD radio receiver can receive both digital and analogue broadcasts. Depending on the terrain and location of the vehicle (which will influence the signal strength), the receiver will determine which signal to receive.
Benefits of digital broadcasting
Better sound (FM sounds near CD quality and AM as analogue FM).
Some FM frequencies offer a greater number of listening choices through
“multicasting” (consisting of a frequency's main ...
Limitations
Main channel vs. sub-channels (FM only): The main channel is the only channel
that can receive in hybrid mode (both digital and analogue). If a frequency
has subchannels, they are broadcast i ...
See also:
English and Metric Unit
Conversion
To change the display units between
English and metric units, see Driver
Information Center (DIC) for more information. ...
Tire chains
Tire chains, if necessary, should be installed on the front wheels.
Be sure that the chains are installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
To minimize tire and chain wear, do ...
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed
to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator
is fully depressed such as dur ...
