Sangean HDT-1 HD Radio Component Tuner

Since we don't get any HD Radio stations up here in Fortuna, CA, we tested several new hd radio receivers in one of the largest HD radio cities - Los Angeles. The Sangean HDT-1 HD Radio Component Tuner actually out-performed two other stand-alone hd radio tuners on reception of a few weak HD digital radio stations (89.3.95.5 and 104.3). While the other two radios did not pick up the HD signals for these stations, the Sangean did without any trouble. The Sangean HDT-1 also picked up 89.3's other 2 HD Signals, and the extra HD signal for 95.5 and 104.3 - which were not available on the other two HD radio tuners.

With our FM Reflect Antenna attached the Sangean HD Radio picked up two more stations than with the stock antenna (98.7 and 101.9 - and the extra HD channels for each).

AM HD reception was poor no matter what (same as with all the HD radios we've tested) - though it did pick up one HD AM station with a strong signal 710. It should be noted that the HDT-1 picks up all the same AM Analog stations as the Sonido Radio.

At just $200 the Sangean HDT-1 HD Radio is a good deal for a reliable HD radio receiver. The remote takes some getting used to, however. You have to hit "preset" before the number to go to a preset station, and in order to preset a station you just hit the number and keep it pressed - it's the opposite of what would make the most sense - since once it's set it would be nice to go to a preset station directly. Also, the lack of volume control was buggy since it required having to use my amplifier's remote - or getting up to adjust the volume. The unit itself looks really good - and even got some compliments in styling from people who visited our place. One other feature worth noting on the Sangean HD Radio is the HD Seek button (on the remote and the unit). It makes it easy to locate and tune in local HD digital radio stations. RCA outputs - (RCA type audio cable included).

Overall I give the Sangean HDT-1 HD Radio Component Tuner high marks - and recommend it highly for the radio enthusiast.

Weight: 5.7 lbs Size: 17" W x 2.75" H x 10" D.

Features

PLL Synthesized Digital Tuning System Presets Currently Undisclosed Backlit LCD Display Frequency range: FM 87.5-108 AM 520-1710 Hybrid and Full Digital Radio Reception Program Associated Data Services Auto Preset System Displays Information such as: Channel No., Channel Frequency, Ensemble Label, Service Label, Dynamic Label, Transmission Mode, Data Rate, Secondary Service Availability Automatic Multiplex Re-configuration Automatic Simulcast Re-configuration FM RBDS function available with PS, PTY, RT and CT features. IR Remote Control External Antenna Input Line-out (Stereo-RCA)

Instruction Manual (755 KB)

Information Flyer (418 KB)