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Sangean PR-D5P Portable Radio with Digital Tuning and Rds |  | Brand: Sangean
Department: Personal & Portable
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as of 7/30/2010 02:29 CDT details
New (33) Used (1) from $57.99
Seller: ANTOnline
Rating:  101 reviews
Color: White
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.5
Dimensions (in): 16.5 x 3.7 x 7.7
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: PR-D5
Model: PR-D5
UPC: 729288029250
EAN: 0729288029250
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| Features:
| • | PLL synthesized tuning system | | • | 200mm ferrite AM antenna provides unmatched AM reception | | • | 10 memory presets (5 AM, 5 FM) | | • | Rotary volume and tuning control | | • | Radio Data System (RDS) function with radio text, station name and auto clock time |
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Product Description
Hands down one of the best performing portable radios you will find today.
With its whoppingly large 200mm ferrite antenna, its dual 2.5" speakers, and the RDS text function you would be hard pressed to find another portable radio that offers so much for so little.
This lite and powerful radio is capable of being powered by the included AC adapter, 6 x 'C' batteries, and optional DC power you have the flexibility a portable should have. We could talk all day about its features and performance, but think that you are the best judge. Listen and learn what good radio is.
Features:
* PLL Synthesized tuning system.
* 200mm Ferrite AM antenna - provides unmatched AM reception
* 10 Memory Presets (5 AM, 5 FM).
* Rotary Volume Control
* Rotary Tuning Control
* Auto Seek Station
* Stereo/Mono Selector Switch
* Headphone Socket
* 3.5mm Aux-in Socket.
* DC Jack (Adapter not included)
* Backlite LCD.
* Sleep Timer
* Radio Data System (RDS) function with radio text, station name and auto clock time.
* Alarm with Humane Wake System (HWS).
* Battery Life Indicator.
* AC Power Adapter (Included)
* Dimensions ( W x D X H): 10 3/4" X 5 1/3" x 2 2/3"
* Weight: 2 lbs.
* Batteries: 6 x 'C'
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 101
 Stellar AM/FM Reception at Attractive Price Point August 28, 2007
M. JEFFREY MCMAHON (Torrance, CA USA)
94 out of 95 found this review helpful
Half the price of my Tivoli Songbook, the PR-D5 has superior AM/FM reception, dual stereo speakers, and easy-to-use ergonomics, making it even better than the Sangean single-speaker Sonido. As a bedside radio, it has even better FM reception than my Sangean WR-2 but it lacks the WR-2's depth and heaviness, qualities I like in a bedside radio. For a lighter, portable radio with no remote, go for the PR-D5. If you want more luxury in your radio (remote, numerical volume indicator, heavier feel) and don't mind a slight compromise in FM reception, you might want to check out the Sangean WR-2, which is compatible with an upgraded FM antenna attachment.
One question many will have is why the PR-D5 goes for about 15 dollars less than the Sonido. The answer most likely is that the 2.5-inch stereo speakers on the PR-D5 don't have the richness nor the depth of the Sonido's 3-inch monoaural speaker.
Update: Ironically, I don't like listening to talk radio on dual speakers. This is not a technological issue, but psychological. The voices don't seem as focused as they do on the Sangean WR-2's monoaural speaker. So if you're a heavy AM talk radio listener, you might want to opt for the WR-2.
Second Update: To really test the FM on the PR-D5, I tried to pull in the weak college station 88.9. The PR-D5 pulled in the station with clarity, even better than my Eton S350. The verdict: My PR-D5 is my best performing AM/FM radio, even better than the Eton/Grundig S350. That says quite a lot. Even more astounding, the PR-D5 is 15 dollars cheaper.
Third Update: I brought my PR-D5 to my work office and like all the digital radios I've tried it suffered compromised reception. I succeeded more with my Tivoli Model Three (same as the Model One with the additional clock). So for your office, if it's full of computer interference, you might want to go with an upscale analog radio like the aforementioned Tivoli Model One or Three.
Best Radio I've Owned November 25, 2007
C. R. Shay (Texas, Ma'am)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
This is amazing. At night I can get AM radio stations that I never knew existed. It has great features as well, like the "humane alarm" (it's wonderful), station seek, AUX input, and others. Oh, and the FM sounds better than one might expect due to the twin speakers. It's a really good looking radio too. I know it's geeky, but I use this to pick up very distant AM talk shows at night; it does that very, very well.
I use this every night and I am SO very please I choose this model. I honestly give this radio five stars! I am VERY pleased with this. Actually, it's one of my favorite possessions.....
It's also fair to note that I've never owned the CC Radio or the Superradio. I hope this helps and I wish you fun with whichever you purchase.
Excellent Radio and Value December 28, 2007
D. Kennedy (Falls Church, VA)
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
I fully agree with nearly all the comments offered on this radio, having received one as an (expected) gift at Christmas. First a couple of neutral or negative comments. The radio is just like the picture shows it - not everyone's idea of a 'portable radio' a la the (worn out but more conventionally packaged) Grundig Yachtboy 400 that this radio replaced. But as indicated below I think the positives way outweigh any negatives and in person I find it a very nice package. Also the user's manual leaves something to be desired. Without going into details about all such minutia, the way that the clock can be set while the radio is on requires you enter the clock set mode first (not explained in manual) and the capturing of the correct time from the RDS signal took some experimenting to get to work correctly (can't absolutely state this with assurance but some RDS signals don't seem to have the clock setting signal and I have one station that seems to set the internal radio clock inaccurately - but I have located one local RDS station that reliably can set the clock). Now for the positives. The sound is excellent for a radio this size. The speakers, though small, seem to be of excellent quality and can, if required, fill a large room with pleasant sound. At close range (say 2 feet away) the stereo effect on FM is very natural and pleasant. On the AM side, I find the selectivity and particularly sensitivity to be the best of any small radio I've ever seen. Last night (from Falls Church, VA) I received KOA in Denver, the first time in a long time that I have been able to pull it from the loads of co-channel interference. All the original clear channels (WSM,WMAQ,WLW,WOR,WGN,Canada,WJR,WABC,WBBM,WGY,WCCO,WHAS,and on up the dial) were received in excellent fashion, some of the nearer ones sounding like locals. I will use this radio mostly while travelling and am looking to a long and pleasant assoication.
A Five Star Product December 28, 2008
J. R. Hersholt (Beverly Hills, CA)
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
Wow! What great sound from a little radio! I first ordered one of these as a gift for my brother, who lives in the inland empire. He was amazed at the quality of sound. It was because of the reviews I read on this and different radios that I decided on this particular model. I also ordered one for myself to use in my kitchen, but the sound is so good that I carry it around with me and use it in different rooms in preference to the radios I have in these other rooms. I get clear reception on stations that only give me problems on my other radios. I highly recommend this model. It's a real winner!
Stylish cleverly designed hi-perforing radio February 22, 2008
Michael W. Silverbush (Brooklyn NY)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I bought this radio for a senior citizen in a marginal reception area. It was an ideal choice. The strong AM antenna allowed clear reception of a station that other radios in the home could not bring in as well. It programs easily and has five preset buttons for each of the bands (AM & FM), much as a car radio. Although digitally tuned, a dial does the work, & below that is the volume dial. This proved easy for the 90 year old user of the unit. The radio has non slip feet and a very nice appearance, so it looks great & is not too big to fit on a small table. A nice bonus for me, when I visit, is that it has an AUX input, so I can attach my IPOD or CD portable. The FM reception is clean and the dual speakers were ideal to bring a little stereo sound into the room. The radio can easily be used as a bedside unit, as it's dial can light and can function as a clock radio complete with sleep mode in 15 minute increments. It is a bargain.
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