Nissan Maxima Quiz
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

AM radio reception

In this manual: Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
Nissan Maxima owner's manual — 5Illustrated table of contents — 8SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system — 30Instruments and controls — 60Pre-driving checks and adjustments — 34Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems — 94Starting and driving — 35In case of emergency — 9Appearance and care — 17Maintenance and do-it-yourself — 38Technical and consumer information — 35
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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.

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