1996 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 84

S Multipath : Because of the reflection characteristics of FM, direct and reflected signals may reach the antenna at the same time (a phenomenon called multipath reception) and cancel each other out. As a vehicle moves through these electronic dead spots, the listener may hear a momentary flutter or lose reception. S Station swapping: When two FM stations are close to each other, and an electronic dead spot, such as is caused by static or multipath reception, interrupts the original signal, sometimes the stronger second signal is picked up automatically until the original one returns. This swapping can also occur as you drive away from the selected station and approach another station with a stronger signal. On models with a power antenna, the antenna automatically extends to its full height when the radio and ignition are turned on. To lower the power antenna, turn off the audio system by pushing "PWR VOL", or turn the ignition key to "LOCK". On some models, the power antenna automatically retracts when the radio mode is switched off to turn on the cassette tape player or compact disc player. Before extending the power antenna, confirm that no one is close enough to get injured by it. NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before running your vehicle through an automatic car wash. CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER Use only undamaged cassette tapes of good quality. Avoid using tapes with a total playing time longer than 90 minutes. Using damaged tapes will cause trouble with the tape player. Longer tapes are not recommended because of their thinness. Before inserting a cassette, make sure the tape is not slack and that the label is firmly stuck on the shell. Wind the tape firmly by turning the hub with a pencil or the like. Be careful not to touch the exposed tape surface. When not in use, take the cassette out of the player, put it back into its case and store it away from dust, magnets and direct sunlight. Leaving cassettes on the dashboard in the sun could damage your tapes. Keep the playback head, capstan and pinch roller clean. Remove tape coating residue accumulated on the head, capstan and pinch roller once or twice a month. A cleaning tape is available on the market. NOTICE Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cassette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged. 78