Cassette slot

The cassette is inserted with the roll of tape to the right-hand side. When the cassette is inserted, the radio is automatically disengaged. Push the cassette gently into place. The cassette will start to play automatically. The arrows show the tape direction. When one side of the tape has been played the unit will automatically play the other side (auto-reverse). If the unit is switched off while playing a cassette, the cassette will remain in position. The drive rolls will be disconnected in order to avoid tape tangle (pinch-off).

Reversing the tape

Depress both buttons to play the other side of the tape.
The arrows in the display indicate the direction of the tape.

Fast winding

Press either of these buttons (see arrows for direction) for fast winding. Depress fully to lock the button. Press opposite button to stop fast winding.

Chrome/metal tape selector

Depress the "CR"selector before playing a chrome or metal tape. "CR" will be displayed. This function should not be engaged for standard tapes.

DOLBY selector

This set has a DOLBY B noise reduction system. Depress the DOLBY selector when playing a DOLBY pre-recorded tape. DOLBY will be displayed. This function should not be engaged for non-DOLBY tapes.

Cassette eject

If the button is pressed the tape will stop and the cassette will be ejected. The radio will be automatically engaged.

The FM waves do not follow the earth's surface nor do they bounce off the atmosphere. for this reason their range is limited.

The AM waves follow the earth's surface and reflect against the atmosphere, giving them a wide range.

Because of the limited range of the FM senders and the fact that these waves are very reflective, this problem usually occurs with FM reception. If the sender is blocked by buildings or mountains, static can result.

The reason why FM but not AM is audible is covered parking areas, under bridges, etc., is that FM signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings. Because these waves are very reflective, static can result. This static is the result of the reflected signal and the direct signal reaching your antenna at slightly different times causing a cancellation of all signals. This problem occurs largely in built-up areas.

Cross modulation

If you listen to a weak station in the vicinity of a stronger one, both stations may be received simultaneously.

FM is affected by the electrical systems of nearby vehicles, especially those without suppression. The distortion increases if the station is weak or poorly set.
The FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances as AM.

AM reception is sensitive to electrical disturbances such as power lines, lighting, etc.

FM stereo reception

Stereo reception places very high demands on the signal quality which means the type of distortions previously mentioned become even more obvious. The signal strength needs to be stronger for good stereo reception and this limits the effective range of the sender.

We hope that this information proves to be useful and provides you with a better understanding of the problems related to car radio reception.
Reception conditions are not always optimum and this is, of course, beyond our control. However, we have endeavored to make the Volvo Audio System of a quality that will enable you to enjoy the best possible reception no matter what the reception conditions may be.

Radio antenna

- Spray the antenna with WD40 and wipe it clean and dry with a rag. Spray it again.
- Lower and raise the antenna. Wipe it clean and dry again.
- Lower and raise the antenna 4-6 times. Make sure it is dry and free from dirt or lubricating oil.

Cleaning of magnetic head