2007 BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual - Page 161

RDS Radio Data System* RDS also broadcasts information on the VHF/ FM waveband. RDS stations have the following properties for this purpose: > In broadcasting companies that broadcast over several frequencies, the system automatically switches to the frequency with the best reception quality. 7. Turn the controller until you reach the desired memory position. 8. Press the controller. > If the reception conditions are good, the station names are shown on the Control Display. With weaker reception or when there is interference, it can take a while for the station names to appear. Switching RDS on/off 1. Select "FM" and press the controller. 2. Choose the selection criterion and press the controller. 3. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller. 4. Select "RDS" and press the controller. The stations are stored for the remote control currently in use. Using the voice command system: 1. {Radio}. 2. {Station 1...12}. Changing memory position 1. Select the desired station and press the controller. 2. Turn the controller until you reach the desired memory position. 3. Press the controller. RDS is available in the FM waveband.< Weather reports* Weather Radio is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) of the US Department of Trade. Weather reports are repeated every 4 to 6 minutes and are routinely updated at intervals of 1 to 3 hours, more often when necessary. Most stations operate 24 hours a day. In case of a storm, the National Weather Service interrupts the routine weather news and transmits special warning messages instead. Should you have questions regarding NOAA Weather Radio, 159 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 316 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference The station is now stored. Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance