Volvo XC60: 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 m ...
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 broadcas ...
See also:
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
For vehicles with this feature, read the entire section before using it.
WARNING
The LDW system does not steer the vehicle and is an aid to help the vehicle stay
in the driving lane. The LDW syste ...
Precautions for AWD models with automatic transmission
Your vehicle is equipped with the AWD
(All-Wheel Drive) system. In addition, if
your vehicle is an AT model, before driving
your vehicle with the temporary spare tire,
deactivate the AWD capab ...
Rear window defroster
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.
The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster.
Press ...
