Audiovox SIRPNP1 Sirius Satellite Radio Tuner Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned this complete system for over a year now and I absolutely love it!! It is better than the other models because the shuttle displays more info and the system is really user friendly!I would highly recommend this product to my family and friends.

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Product Description:
Listen to the future of radio today with the plug-and-play Audiovox SIRPNP1 Sirius satellite radio tuner. The SIRPNP1 decodes the incoming Sirius digital-quality radio program information from over 100 music, news, and sports channels and delivers an audio signal to your radio or other audio output equipment. It's easily transportable, and enables you to listen to satellite radio programs in your home or car.
The SIRPNP1 lets you enter your desired channel stream number directly, or search for programming by scrolling through the category list. You can program up to 30 presets of your favorite streams, as well as search by stream, artist name, song title, or category. You can also store up to 10 artist/song title combinations, and the SIRPNP1 can search the incoming Sirius signal and alert you if it matches the artist/song title stored in memory. The Look Ahead feature allows you to stay on and listen to the current radio stream while browsing other streams to see what's playing.
The SIRPNP1 has a 5-line 128 x 64 dot matrix LCD screen featuring artist name and song title. Two information bands at the top and bottom of the display show stream channel number and name, signal strength, and band/preset number. It has a 10-level brightness/contrast control.
The SIRPNP1 Sirius satellite receiver must be used with one of the following adapter kits:

Audiovox SIRHK1 home kit
Audiovox SIRCK1 vehicle kit (with wireless FM transmitter)
Audiovox SIRCK2 vehicle kit (without wireless FM transmitter)

Sirius satellite radio is a subscription service that provides up to 100 channels of programming, from digital-quality music to news, talk, and sports. It is available only in the lower 48 states--not available in Alaska, Hawaii, or U.S. territories.
What's in the Box
Audiovox SIRPNP1 Sirius satellite tuner, remote control (P/N136B3485), and 2 AA batteries.

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Coby HDR700 Portable HD Radio System (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using the product for a few weeks now.I've noticed that there are differences in performance depending on the situation.I'm not sure if this is due to the product itself or if it is HD radio itself that is to blame.Here is what I've noticed:

1) I primarily listen to AM radio, but when I listen to FM radio, the HDR-700 mostly performs as I expected.There is an easily noticable sound quality difference between the HD and regular radio, but it's not huge.Only stations that are already almost completely static free will come in HD.

2) On my AM radio stations, when the unit locks into the HD signal, the difference is pretty amazing.I can't normally get any AM radio station to be completely static free, but this easily does that and more WHEN IT GETS A HD SIGNAL

There is one major problem.The DC adaptor that powers the until when not in battery mode severely interferes with the radio's reception.Severely.When the unit is plugged into the wall - the reception is so bad that a 100,000 watt station 50 miles from my house does not come in at all.However, as soon as it is on battery power, it works great.

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Coby HDR700 portable HD radio system, HD radio tuner receives crystal clear digital broadcasts with no subscription fees, receives AM/FM analog broadcasts, preset station memory, high-contrast LCD display with backlight, integrated rechargeable battery provides up to 5 hours of play time, splash-proof housing allows for indoor and outdoor use, integrated full-range speaker system, 3.5mm audio line-in jack for use with any portable audio device, 3.5mm headphone jack, remote control, black

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Sony SRF-HM10 S2 Sports Street-Style FM Radio Walkman Review

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(More customer reviews)As a bicycle commuter I've been looking for quite a while for the ideal radio to use while riding. Seeing Sony's SRF-HM10 recently in the store had me hoping I'd found it, but it turns out I was disappointed again.

My current - and so far - best solution is Sony's SRF-M85V radio with Shure's e2c earbuds. The sound insulation the e2c earbuds provide is simply unmatched by anything else I've seen elsewhere, including the HM10's earbuds, which unfortunately just don't go deep enough to make a tight seal.

But the biggest disappointment of the HM10 is its radio reception that is probably the worst in the line of Sony's S2 sports radios. In most pocket radios the headphone cord doubles as the FM antenna and so I thought that the HM10 must have a more advanced antenna system and/or radio receiver to make up for the lack of a long headphone cord. But this is not the case. This becomes painfully apparent when holding the hand close to the receiver when tuned in to a weak radio station. This alone improves radio reception, so your hand acts as the antenna.

Other than that, the controls are fairly straightforward. Channel preset up-down buttons that double as tuning controls, volume up-down buttons, bass boost and power button with Local and DX setting are fairly easy to learn and discern, since when wearing the radio all controls are behind your head. Wearing the radio seems comfortable, although I didn't try for long periods of time or in a high impact sports activity.

Also, I don't understand why a station scan isn't featured, but this seems to be no different than from the other S2 radios from Sony.

Unlike the description the radio is for FM reception only (no AM, no Weather band, and certainly no TV band) and provides for 15 FM station presets. A nice detail is that if you program fewer than 15 stations into the radio you don't have to cycle through all the unused slots when going from your last to your first station preset.

If it wasn't for the unacceptable reception capabilities and haphazard earbuds, that don't really seal very well, this would be a killer product.

So, unless you only want to listen to the strongest stations in your area, don't waste your money.

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AM/FM Stereo Digital Synthesized Tuner - precisely locks in the most powerful signal and provides the most accurate drift-free tuning of AM and FM stereo radio stations

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Audiovox SIR-BB1 Sirius Satellite Radio Portable Boombox for SIR-PNP2 Receiver Review

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(More customer reviews)This will be my first month with sirius and I am very happy with the product. I'd thought about waiting till the end of next year to buy it because all I wanted to do was to listen to Howard Stern. But then I heard of his promotion plus sirius had special NFL programing. Then I saw this boombox, wow, I had to have it. I like it. Its portable so I can bring it from room to room (although I need to put my antenna by the window for the best reception). It works great. The only thing bad about it is you can't adjust the volume with your remote control (even though you can't also with your stereo unless you use your stereo's remote). so if the radio is playing a little too loud and you get a phone call you have to get up to lower it or turn it off. Otherwise this is a cool boombox. I see that they are also selling the SPB1 Sportster boombox and I'm thinking about getting that (new look), but check your reciever first. If you dont have Sportster SPR1 receiver the new sports boombox will not fit. For all you Stern fans out there, you dont have to wait till next year to get sirius. They have plenty of channels to keep you happy. If you dont want to pay monthly, they have a lifetime membership subcription as well so you wont be spending anything extra if you get it now instead of nex year. Satellite Radio is going be what cable television has change regular television.

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Portable Boom Box docking kit for Audiovox SIRPNP1 or SIRPNP2 Sirius tuners.

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Sangean PR-D7 AM/FM Digital Rechargeable Portable Radio Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently read analysis of the Sangean PR-D5 vs. the Sangean PR-D7 radios.The reviews missed the point:These two Sangean radios target different market niches and needs.The PR-D5 is essentially a table radio while the PR-D7 targets folks that need a radio for domestic travel.I'm sure the engineers at Sangean see it this way.Why not buy both radios?

The Sangean PR-D7 has a clean crisp sound with very low noise floor on AM and FM bands, a great improvement over Sangean radios of similar size such as the ATS-505 or the ATS-909.BTW, I've tuned in all the major stations in the greater Phoenix area without a problem including the hard to catch 89.5, a classical station.

I have been very surprised at the overall performance of the PR-D7 radio and listen to this radio on a daily basis.The Sangean PR-D7 ($59) does 90 percent of what the Trivoli Songbook does at 25 percent of the Songbook's $200 price tag.

Still, the PR-D7 could use a multi-voltage AC adapter and a lock switch to be a complete global travel radio (like the Sangean ATS-606).Also, when traveling, cloth pouch would be a really nice touch.And while I'm making my wish list, the PR-D7 in a red or yellow case would be neat and easy to spot in a hotel room so you don't leave it behind.

One of the things I like about this radio are the controls, easy to learn and use, plus you can see the frequency and time on the display.

Update September 2008:I just recently purchased Sanyo's Eneloop AA rechargeable batteries for my PR-D7 giving me greater flexibility whenenjoying this wonderful portable radio.I highly recommend Sanyo's Eneloop batteries.

Last week, from my greater Phoenix location, I picked KNX 1070 Los Angeles about 10PM in the evening.

Update October 2009: After owning this radio for 2 years, my little PR-D7 fell off a second story balcony and is now in pieces, so I ordered a second PR-D7 this morning.I suffer from cancer and kidney disease, so I've been in and out of the hospital several times this year, each time, my little Sangean PR-D7 went with me.

One of the neatest features of this PR-D7 is the no hassle recharging of the AA batteries, the radio automatically does this for you!!!

BTW, I ordered this radio from Amazon on a Friday morning and received the radio the next Tuesday morning.How's that for service!!!

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An ultra-compact AM/FM digital radio, the Sangean PR-D7 weighs just under 1.5 pounds and measures 8 inches long by 4-1/2 inches tall. It features conveniently located and an easily readable display for frequency and current time. It offers excellent sensitivity and selectivity, and will surprise you at its ability to pull in distant stations.

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Sony ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm a big time radio guy, and have used many models over the years.There are two things that really make any radio stand out, and this one has both of them.
The ICF-38 is an excellent performer as far as reception of both AM and FM signals go.Weak signal pick up on both bands is markedly better here than with almost all small portable radios I've used, and even more importantly, selectivity (ability to seperate stations cleanly) is better as well.The tone switch (which some radios don't even have) cuts the treble when desired, if you want a less harsh sounding AM signal.The dial has no clock or light, but an LED for indicating if a station is tuned in.Battery life is excellent if alkalines are used (it takes 4 AA batteries).Output volume is listed as 4 watts, quite loud for a radio of this size, with little distortion at top level.
The other ingredient for a good radio is ease of use and a well thought out design.There are little things here which most people won't notice that actually make this radio a joy to use.Many radios today that run off both internal batteries and AC require a seperate wall-wart that plugs into the radio and the outlet, but the ICF-38 has the power cord built in so you won't have to search for it when needed.Also, the battery cover is hinged, which is great as battery covers can disappear as easily as wall-warts (and you can't just go to Wal-mart to buy a new battery cover).The carry handle flips up when needed, and there is an indentation in the cabinet which allows you to slip in a finger to raise it easily, and you'll find out how nice this is when your hands are full and you need to bring the radio with you as well.Both slide switches for band selection and power have a raised bump in the middle which makes it easier to change bands or turn it on.Finally, The shape makes it easy to place in most locations and it is very stable, making it unlikely to get knocked over.
If there were no markings on this radio to indicate the manufacturer, I would have easily guessed that it was a Sony product.It has the great performance and clever design that I associate with Sony.

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Perfect for the garage, porch, or anywhere around the house, this handy portable radio delivers crisp sound and simplified controls. The built-in carrying handle makes it convenient to carry and the illuminated LED tuner makes finding the right station fast and easy--even in low light.

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