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February 21st 04, 09:31 PM
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Michael Bryant wrote:
From: David No, it's not just as good for program listening. The sync detector makes AM DX much more listenable on the S-800. The sync detector on the S800 also increases the noise floor. You are right that the sync lock (combined with a much better speaker) on the S800 does make listening to the very strongest stations much better, But if you're trying to listen to a weaker-than-superpower station the combined effects of AC hum, digital hash, and noise from the sync can be real disappointing. I've operated the R75 and the SAT800 side-by-side for almost two years. I don't have any problem listening to broadcast stations on the R75 in either SSB or AM. If tuning AM, detune (up or down) about 1.2 kHz to fine the "sweet" spot in AM narrow. Headphones or external speakers improve the audio even more. I really think my Sony SW-77 is a better radio than the SAT800. I know a lot of people think differently. I know that there are probably people that will simply respond calling me a liar. They call me that no matter what I say. But I know what I like and I'm not thrilled about the SAT800. I might even put a 7600GR with good external speakers above a SAT800. Just my two cents. Michael Bryant, WA4009SWL Louisville, KY R75, S800, RX320, SW77, ICF2010K, DX398, 7600G, 6800W, RF2200, 7600A GE SRll, Pro-2006, Pro-2010, Pro-76 (remove "nojunk" to reply) Have you ever had a chance to compare your Sat 800 head to head with another one? I'm wondering if yours is performing up to spec. You wouldn't be the first person to get one that wasn't working quite right. |
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