Sangean, best FM reception: DT-110, DT-200V, or DT-300VW?
 

Hello all, this is my first time posting, so please take pity on the
newbie.

Anyway, I was wondering if some more knowledgable hobbyists out there
could help me out with some information on the Sangean pocket radios.
Basically, I have been searching Google Groups in the
rec.radio.shortwave newsgroup archives for information and have seen a
lot of good reviews on the Sangean radios. I couldn't find specific
information on which radio had the best FM reception, though. Is there
anyone who has tried all these products and knows which radio gets the
best FM?

I have read reviews of the DT-110 which suggest that its radio
reception is better than the DT-200V's. What about the DT-300VW's radio
reception?

Also, I have been looking around at Amazon.com (which has all these
radios available), and many of the reader reviews regarding the DT-110
say that FM reception was poor with the DT-110. Are these people crazy,
or do they have a point?

My work place is a steel frame building, which seems to be very
unforgiving with the other radios of my co-workers. Specifically, the
radio station I am trying to get is 89.5 FM, based in South Orange, NJ
(central New Jersey). My workplace is in Hackensack, NJ (North Jersey,
near NYC). Do you think that any of these radios have a chance of
getting some reception in a steel building? (I remember one post
mentioning SOME reception from the DT-110.)

Sorry for asking so many questions at once, but any answers would be
greatly appreciated.


Gus

How about this multi brand review:

http://www.fixup.net/tips/pktradio/pktradio.htm


"fnddf2" schreef in bericht
nk.net...
Hello all, this is my first time posting, so please take pity on the
newbie.

Anyway, I was wondering if some more knowledgable hobbyists out there
could help me out with some information on the Sangean pocket radios.
Basically, I have been searching Google Groups in the
rec.radio.shortwave newsgroup archives for information and have seen a
lot of good reviews on the Sangean radios. I couldn't find specific
information on which radio had the best FM reception, though. Is there
anyone who has tried all these products and knows which radio gets the
best FM?

I have read reviews of the DT-110 which suggest that its radio
reception is better than the DT-200V's. What about the DT-300VW's radio
reception?

Also, I have been looking around at Amazon.com (which has all these
radios available), and many of the reader reviews regarding the DT-110
say that FM reception was poor with the DT-110. Are these people crazy,
or do they have a point?

My work place is a steel frame building, which seems to be very
unforgiving with the other radios of my co-workers. Specifically, the
radio station I am trying to get is 89.5 FM, based in South Orange, NJ
(central New Jersey). My workplace is in Hackensack, NJ (North Jersey,
near NYC). Do you think that any of these radios have a chance of
getting some reception in a steel building? (I remember one post
mentioning SOME reception from the DT-110.)

Sorry for asking so many questions at once, but any answers would be
greatly appreciated.


Gus

Carel Kuijer wrote:
How about this multi brand review:

http://www.fixup.net/tips/pktradio/pktradio.htm


Wow, there is a lot of information on the page, and I am sorting
through it as we speak. This should help me a lot, thank you for the help!


Gus

GUS,

The Sangean DT-200V is rated as a top notch 'pocket' Radio for
AM/MW reception; a mini-DX-radio for the hiker or fisherman.
However, its FM Radio reception is only 'average'. And it has
an actual small speaker that can be used to listen to the radio,
besides the earbugs.

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt200v...M_FM_index.asp

The DT-110 and Dt-300 may be better for FM Radio reception,
but they fall short when it comes to AM Radio reception.

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt110.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt210v...M_FM_index.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt220v_in_am_fm_index.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt300v...M_FM_index.asp


~RHF
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= = = fnddf2
= = = wrote in message ink.net...
Hello all, this is my first time posting, so please take pity on the
newbie.

Anyway, I was wondering if some more knowledgable hobbyists out there
could help me out with some information on the Sangean pocket radios.
Basically, I have been searching Google Groups in the
rec.radio.shortwave newsgroup archives for information and have seen a
lot of good reviews on the Sangean radios. I couldn't find specific
information on which radio had the best FM reception, though. Is there
anyone who has tried all these products and knows which radio gets the
best FM?

I have read reviews of the DT-110 which suggest that its radio
reception is better than the DT-200V's. What about the DT-300VW's radio
reception?

Also, I have been looking around at Amazon.com (which has all these
radios available), and many of the reader reviews regarding the DT-110
say that FM reception was poor with the DT-110. Are these people crazy,
or do they have a point?

My work place is a steel frame building, which seems to be very
unforgiving with the other radios of my co-workers. Specifically, the
radio station I am trying to get is 89.5 FM, based in South Orange, NJ
(central New Jersey). My workplace is in Hackensack, NJ (North Jersey,
near NYC). Do you think that any of these radios have a chance of
getting some reception in a steel building? (I remember one post
mentioning SOME reception from the DT-110.)

Sorry for asking so many questions at once, but any answers would be
greatly appreciated.


Gus

CK,

Thanks for the Link to the "X Y Computing and Network" WebSite.
GoTo= http://www.fixup.net/

It is interesting that Dr. Xin Feng, a former Chinese Rocket
Scientist has found and unique area of expertise on the Internet.
GoTo= http://www.fixup.net/about.htm

~ RHF
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= = = "Carel Kuijer"
= = = wrote in message news:nNYMb.161698$_x2.334285@zonnet-reader-1...

How about this multi brand review:

http://www.fixup.net/tips/pktradio/pktradio.htm


"fnddf2" schreef in bericht
nk.net...
Hello all, this is my first time posting, so please take pity on the
newbie.

Anyway, I was wondering if some more knowledgable hobbyists out there
could help me out with some information on the Sangean pocket radios.
Basically, I have been searching Google Groups in the
rec.radio.shortwave newsgroup archives for information and have seen a
lot of good reviews on the Sangean radios. I couldn't find specific
information on which radio had the best FM reception, though. Is there
anyone who has tried all these products and knows which radio gets the
best FM?

I have read reviews of the DT-110 which suggest that its radio
reception is better than the DT-200V's. What about the DT-300VW's radio
reception?

Also, I have been looking around at Amazon.com (which has all these
radios available), and many of the reader reviews regarding the DT-110
say that FM reception was poor with the DT-110. Are these people crazy,
or do they have a point?

My work place is a steel frame building, which seems to be very
unforgiving with the other radios of my co-workers. Specifically, the
radio station I am trying to get is 89.5 FM, based in South Orange, NJ
(central New Jersey). My workplace is in Hackensack, NJ (North Jersey,
near NYC). Do you think that any of these radios have a chance of
getting some reception in a steel building? (I remember one post
mentioning SOME reception from the DT-110.)

Sorry for asking so many questions at once, but any answers would be
greatly appreciated.


Gus

RHF wrote:
GUS,

The Sangean DT-200V is rated as a top notch 'pocket' Radio for
AM/MW reception; a mini-DX-radio for the hiker or fisherman.
However, its FM Radio reception is only 'average'. And it has
an actual small speaker that can be used to listen to the radio,
besides the earbugs.

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt200v...M_FM_index.asp

The DT-110 and Dt-300 may be better for FM Radio reception,
but they fall short when it comes to AM Radio reception.

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt110.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt210v...M_FM_index.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt220v_in_am_fm_index.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt300v...M_FM_index.asp


~RHF


I see now, thanks. I think I will take Dr. Xin Feng's advice and get a
Sony pocket radio. I guess it's cheap enough so that I can readily
afford it, unlike the DT-200V which would be a more substantial
investment. If what you say is right, I'd probably be better off with
the Sony anyway.

Thanks for the helpful advice.

Gus

GUS,

YES - If FM Reception and Stereo Sound if your focus then the
Sony's would be the radios for you.

But - If you are Looking for a AM/MW Mini-DX-Radio that Fits
into your Shirt Pocket for Hiker or a Fisherman then the
Sangean DT-200V would be the better choice.

In general no one radio or receiver does everything perfectly;
and small Pocket Size Radios like these are "NO" exceptions.
If anything it is more critical to understand these small
Pocket Radios strengths and weaknesses and choose accordingly.

Enjoy your new radio :o)


~ RHF
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= = = wrote in message ink.net...
RHF wrote:
GUS,

The Sangean DT-200V is rated as a top notch 'pocket' Radio for
AM/MW reception; a mini-DX-radio for the hiker or fisherman.
However, its FM Radio reception is only 'average'. And it has
an actual small speaker that can be used to listen to the radio,
besides the earbugs.

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt200v...M_FM_index.asp

The DT-110 and Dt-300 may be better for FM Radio reception,
but they fall short when it comes to AM Radio reception.

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt110.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt210v...M_FM_index.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt220v_in_am_fm_index.asp

http://www.ccrane.com/sangean_dt300v...M_FM_index.asp


~RHF


I see now, thanks. I think I will take Dr. Xin Feng's advice and get a
Sony pocket radio. I guess it's cheap enough so that I can readily
afford it, unlike the DT-200V which would be a more substantial
investment. If what you say is right, I'd probably be better off with
the Sony anyway.

Thanks for the helpful advice.

Gus


Thanks for the Link to the "X Y Computing and Network" WebSite.
GoTo= http://www.fixup.net/
Radios= http://www.fixup.net/tips/pktradio/pktradio.htm
Dr. Xin Feng= http://www.fixup.net/about.htm
RMR RMR rapid message recall RMR RMR rapid message recall RMR RMR



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My Sangean ATS606A has better performance (AM and FM) than my DT200V,
and it gets shortwave to boot.

On Tue, 13 Jan 2004 04:43:05 GMT, fnddf2 wrote:

Hello all, this is my first time posting, so please take pity on the
newbie.

Anyway, I was wondering if some more knowledgable hobbyists out there
could help me out with some information on the Sangean pocket radios.
Basically, I have been searching Google Groups in the
rec.radio.shortwave newsgroup archives for information and have seen a
lot of good reviews on the Sangean radios. I couldn't find specific
information on which radio had the best FM reception, though. Is there
anyone who has tried all these products and knows which radio gets the
best FM?

I have read reviews of the DT-110 which suggest that its radio
reception is better than the DT-200V's. What about the DT-300VW's radio
reception?

Also, I have been looking around at Amazon.com (which has all these
radios available), and many of the reader reviews regarding the DT-110
say that FM reception was poor with the DT-110. Are these people crazy,
or do they have a point?

My work place is a steel frame building, which seems to be very
unforgiving with the other radios of my co-workers. Specifically, the
radio station I am trying to get is 89.5 FM, based in South Orange, NJ
(central New Jersey). My workplace is in Hackensack, NJ (North Jersey,
near NYC). Do you think that any of these radios have a chance of
getting some reception in a steel building? (I remember one post
mentioning SOME reception from the DT-110.)

Sorry for asking so many questions at once, but any answers would be
greatly appreciated.


Gus

I actually ordered a modified Sony pocket radio
from http://www.fixup.net/tips/pktradio/pktradio.htm
yesterday and own a Sangean DT 200 which I carry in
my briefcase. For the last week or so, I've been
listening to a new Grundig Mini World 200 I purchased
at Restoration Hardware for $29. I'm sure I'll enjoy
all 3 radios when I get the modified Sony next week.

I only buy pocket radios that use AA batteries. This
weekend I'm shopping for head phones. Any ideas???

Tom Welch

Tom Welch schrieb:


I only buy pocket radios that use AA batteries. This
weekend I'm shopping for head phones. Any ideas???



For home use get the 'AKG-K141 monitor' or 'AKG-K240 monitor'.
These are often used on professional music production.
Maybe the K240 is discontinued...
The AKG's are _very_ comfortablble to wear and have outstanding good
sound and quality of manufacturing. A bang for the bucks.

odo

Grado smokes everything else. And they aren't terribly pricey.

On Sat, 17 Jan 2004 16:28:25 +0100, Volker Tonn
wrote:



Tom Welch schrieb:


I only buy pocket radios that use AA batteries. This
weekend I'm shopping for head phones. Any ideas???



For home use get the 'AKG-K141 monitor' or 'AKG-K240 monitor'.
These are often used on professional music production.
Maybe the K240 is discontinued...
The AKG's are _very_ comfortablble to wear and have outstanding good
sound and quality of manufacturing. A bang for the bucks.

odo

I tested my Sangean ATS 606 against my
Sangean DT 200v using a pair of Sony
MDR - W20G headphones and found that on
FM the DT 200v had a much less background
hiss than the ATS 606. On FM, my new
Grundig Mini World 200 is the best in
sheer clean FM sound, it must be the
analog tuning.

Does anyone have any experience with the
Sangean DT 220 in terms of listening to
FM stations?

I have a DT-200V and have no complaints. This is my second one. The first
one I had for 5-6 years and it never failed me until I dropped it one too
many times. The second one I have had for two years. The drops were due to
my clumsiness and no fault of the clip or radio itself. I am amazed it took
the number of shocks it did before the final hit. When it came time to
replace it I did look around and found nothing that matched it (size,
feature, sensitivity, built-in speaker.) I did not know of the Sony that
was mentioned by someone else and I can not speak to the other Sangeans as
no one carries them in my area any more, so maybe they are more sensitive,
but as I mentioned I can't complain about the DT-200V. I primarily listen
to FM and am able to pull in the NPR station 50-60 miles away. I use mine
for fishing, walking the dog, running, sitting at the mall while the wife
shops. Even have been known to use it gatherings when what's on the radio
is more interesting than the ceremonies taking place. I pretty much take it
with me where ever I go.

Larry
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Larry Dawson )
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes." Thoreau

Larry Dawson wrote in message news:2004020109593050878%ldawson@beatricenecom.. .
I have a DT-200V and have no complaints. This is my second one. The first
one I had for 5-6 years and it never failed me until I dropped it one too
many times. The second one I have had for two years. The drops were due to
my clumsiness and no fault of the clip or radio itself. I am amazed it took
the number of shocks it did before the final hit. When it came time to
replace it I did look around and found nothing that matched it (size,
feature, sensitivity, built-in speaker.) I did not know of the Sony that
was mentioned by someone else and I can not speak to the other Sangeans as
no one carries them in my area any more, so maybe they are more sensitive,
but as I mentioned I can't complain about the DT-200V. I primarily listen
to FM and am able to pull in the NPR station 50-60 miles away. I use mine
for fishing, walking the dog, running, sitting at the mall while the wife
shops. Even have been known to use it gatherings when what's on the radio
is more interesting than the ceremonies taking place. I pretty much take it
with me where ever I go.

Larry


Larry, I'm not too proud to admit that I have on occasion used my
Sangean to listen to sports talk during late night Christmas Eve
services. I place the radio in my shirt pocket underneath my coat and
run the earbuds up my neck, then I don a knit cap which I don't
remove. I am a sinner and will surely burn:)

Regards,

Grumpus


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Larry Dawson )
"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes." Thoreau

Larry:

After reading your post, I'm going to
compare my analog Sony SRF-59 to my
digital PPL Sangean PPL DT-200V using
the local FM NPR station as a broadcast
source.

How many hours do you get out of a
set of AA batteries on your Sangean
DT 200? Do you use headphones or
the speaker?

THe SRF-59 goes for over 100 hours on
FM using a single AA battery, so I use
it at work.

Tom Welch