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Confirmation Step 1: Reception Condition Symptom (Example) [Radio]

Symptom Antenna signal condition Source
Only a buzzing sound from the speakers
  • There is no broadcasting wave.
  • Signals from antenna to audio unit are not transmitted.
  • Electric noise caused by the operation of internal circuit from audio unit it self
  • Atmosphere noise
A buzzing or crunching sound and normal sound produced at the same time from the speakers
  • Though signals are transmitted from antenna to audio unit, electric noise from other sources is larger.
  • Electrical noise caused by operation of electrical component on vehicle
  • Electrical noise from high tension wire, transformer substation (factory), electrical feeder line (street car), or motorcycle.
A thumping sound and normal sound produced at the same time from the speakers (FM only)
  • Noise occurs due to radio wave environment at specific places (e.g. in valleys between buildings). Noise varies when own vehicle or surrounding vehicles moves. (FM only)
  • Interference between direct and reflected waves of FM signals causes noise (Multipass noise).