Antenna: Description and Operation

Antenna

COMPONENT LOCATION





OVERVIEW

The antenna systems fitted to the vehicle comprise:
^ AM/FM screen mounted antennae or AM/FM diversity system
^ FM diversity antenna
^ GPS antenna (where fitted)
^ SDARS antenna (NAS only) (NAS only, roof pod mounted) or DAB antenna (where fitted, roof pod)
^ VICS beacon antenna (Japan only)
^ Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) system antenna (side screen or roof pod mounted depending on system)

The AM/FM antenna is etched onto the RH side window glass. The antenna has an amplifier located just above the window. This amplifier will vary upon the entertainment and information system fitted to the vehicle. High line systems will have a larger amplifier for diversity tuning.

The rear window incorporates 2 FM antennae and a VICS/TMC antenna etched onto the glass. The 2 FM antennae are used in the diversity tuning system along with the respective antenna amplifiers.

The LH side window antenna is used for DAB band III signal reception.

NOTE: The telephone control module incorporates a Bluetooth antenna. This is integral to the module and as such is not serviceable.

CONTROL DIAGRAM