Sangean ATS-404 AM/FM Digital Shortwave World Band Receiver
Sangean ATS-404 AM/FM Digital Shortwave World Band Receiver
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The Sangean ATS-404 digital AM/FM stereo receiver is a portable shortwave radio with a built-in digital clock. This radio can receive an expanded number of radio frequencies, which makes it an ideal radio for either urban or rural use.
The illuminated time display, which also includes seconds, can be set to show the time of day in either 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour time intervals. The alarm for this receiver has a repeating beep tone which increases in volume once every 15 seconds, for up to 1 minute. The radio has an adjustable sleep timer and snooze control.
The radio frequencies can be tuned in either automatically or manually. The auto memory scan will run through and play each preset station for seven seconds. The auto preset system will hold up to 45 frequencies in memory.
The radio includes a carrying case and stereo earbuds, along with a manufacturer's warranty for one year on parts and labor.
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This portable Sangean Digital AM/FM stereo shortwave radio receives an expanded number of radio frequencies that can be tuned in automatically or manually. The clock's illuminated time display includes seconds and can be set to show 12-hr. or 24-hr. time intervals. The PLL-synthesized radio has an alarm with a repeating beep tone that increases in volume once every 15 seconds for up to a minute. Also features an auto preset system that holds up to 45 frequencies in memory, adjustable sleep timer, snooze control, carrying case and stereo earbuds. Ideal for urban or rural use. Imported. 4Hx1.25Wx6.5L".
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Sangean ATS-404 AM/FM Digital Shortwave World Band Receiver
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A shortwave radio with 14 bands, sleep timer, auto scan & more Sleep timer Memory scan Dual time Lock switch Stereo & mono Power Requirements - 4 AA batteries or 6V AC adapter (both optional) Includes carrying pouch and stereo earphones Dimensions (millimeters) - 165x100x34 Click Here to Download the PDF ManualAmazon.com Product Description
The Sangean ATS-404 digital AM/FM stereo receiver is a portable shortwave radio with a built-in digital clock. This radio can receive an expanded number of radio frequencies, which makes it an ideal radio for either urban or rural use.The illuminated time display, which also includes seconds, can be set to show the time of day in either 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour time intervals. The alarm for this receiver has a repeating beep tone which increases in volume once every 15 seconds, for up to 1 minute. The radio has an adjustable sleep timer and snooze control.
The radio frequencies can be tuned in either automatically or manually. The auto memory scan will run through and play each preset station for seven seconds. The auto preset system will hold up to 45 frequencies in memory.
The radio includes a carrying case and stereo earbuds, along with a manufacturer's warranty for one year on parts and labor.
Customer Reviews:
Product didn't last very long.......2005-05-19
Good for the casual listener - better radios out there for the $$ .......2003-11-25
Great radio for the money!.......2003-01-29
I find its reception to be quite good, on all 3 bands.
As far as battery use, it works very smoothly with rechargables. It has a 3-segment battery indicator that displays when you first turn it on. When only 1 segment is lit, it means you are getting toward the end (maybe about 1 hour left). At that point, you can charge a second set of batteries and install them when it finally dies.
You can also just disregard the battery indicator and wait for it to die, and then charge the second set. As soon as the battery power gets too low, the radio shuts off, but still retains the time and memory station settings. It can run in this low-power mode for hours. In my case, I had 4 nicads in it that died, and it took me 6 hours to charge 4 NiMHs that I use as the 2nd set. The radio's time and memory settings were still intact when I finally installed the NiMHs (you have 3 minutes to make the actual switch). Very nice!
failed miserably.......2002-12-23
Good Thing They Sell it as AM/FM Because SW is Lacking.......2002-01-12
The radio is touted as an AM/FM stereo portable primarily, although the unit also is considered an entry level shortwave portable.
The AM sensitivity and selectivity on this receiver is only fair, and if you are close to a transmitter, the receiver can be overloaded and spurious (secondary) signals will appear as you scan the band.
FM is adequate, but the receiver is also prone to overloading in areas near FM transmitters, with stations appearing in places they do not belong.
The shortwave performance on this receiver indicates that band was an afterthought, much like some boom boxes used to include one long shortwave band for novelty value.
Even reception of strong signals available to North American shortwave listeners such as Voice of America, Radio Canada International, BBC World Service, Radio Havana Cuba and Deutsche Welle were not all they could be. The reception of good quality signals on shortwave requires a decent antenna, and the antenna on this receiver won't cut it. Attempting to hook up an external antenna overloads the receiver.
If you are looking for a travel portable with AM & FM reception, this is an adequate choice, but if you want a receiver that can competantly handle shortwave, choose a higher end Sangean model or a unit priced at $99 or above with digital readout. You'll be far happier.
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