2005 Nissan Maxima Owner's Manual - Page 157

Multipath reception: Because of the reflective characteristics of FM signals, direct and reflected signals reach the receiver at the same time. The signals may cancel each other, resulting in momentary flutter or loss of sound. the vehicle outside of any metal or large building for satellite radio to receive all of the necessary data. No satellite radio reception is available and "NO SAT" is displayed when the SAT button is pressed unless optional satellite receiver and antenna are installed and an XM or SIRIUS™ satellite radio service subscription is active. Satellite radio performance may be affected if cargo carried on the roof blocks the satellite radio signal. If possible, do not put cargo over the satellite antenna. AM RADIO RECEPTION AM signals, because of their low frequency, can bend around objects and skip along the ground. In addition, the signals can be bounced off the ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of these characteristics, AM signals are also subject to interference as they travel from transmitter to receiver. Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing through freeway underpasses or in areas with many tall buildings. It can also occur for several seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in areas where no obstacles exist. Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights. SATELLITE RADIO RECEPTION When the satellite radio is first installed or the battery has been replaced, the satellite radio may not work properly. This is not a malfunction. Wait more than 10 minutes with satellite radio ON and LHA0099 AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS Cassette player ● To maintain good quality sound, NISSAN recommends using cassette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length. Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems 4-21