Silhouette FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Compact Disc Player (CD): Description and Operation
Compact Disc Features
COMPACT DISC FEATURES
Each item in the list below represents topics covered in detail below.
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AM/FM Reception
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Antenna
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Theft Deterrent
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Integral Multi Disc CD Changer (IMDX)
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Remote Playback Device
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Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
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Radio Data System (RDS)
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Steering Wheel Controls
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Tape/CD Player Error Messages
AM/FM Reception
Radio Signal
The radio signal is sent from a broadcast station and is then received by an antenna. The strength of the signal received depends on the following:
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The power output (wattage) of the broadcasting station
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The location of the vehicle (or receiver) relative to the broadcast tower.
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Obstacles between the tower and the receiver
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Atmospheric conditions
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What band (AM or FM) the station is broadcasting
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Type of antenna and the ground plane
AM Reception
The AM band has a lower frequency range than the FM band. These longer wavelengths:
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Bend around Obstacles
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Follow the curvature of the earth
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May reflect off the ionosphere (skip)