The Bottom Line
Pros
- Compact, simple interface with small product footprint
- Affordably priced for entry level user
- Easy to use right out-of-the-box
- Small enough to substitue for current clock radio w/alarm and snooze function
- Includes external antenna and inputs
Cons
- Might not be adequate for more advanced users
- Output for headphones, but not external speakers
Description
- Entry-level table-top HD Radio unit
- Basic radio controls for AM/FM/HD Radio signals
- Built-in speakers, headphone accessible
- Entry-level price of $99.95.
Guide Review - Radiosophy HD100 is an Inexpensive Entry to HD Radio Listening
When looking for HD signals in your area, switch to the FM band and either press the SEEK button or use the manual TUNE buttons to find programming.
When the HD 100 finds an FM stereo signal, an orange LED lights up. If there is an HD radio signal also contained within that bandwidth, after a few seconds a blue LED light will lock in and appear - indicating its existence as well. Then, press your SEEK button and the HD 100 will move from the original FM signal to the HD one.
The HD 100 is much like a table-top radio and includes clock features like snooze, sleep, and alarm.
The HD 100 has 5 built-in presets and a separate volume control. Even though you are dependent on the built-in speakers, they are surprisingly clear and powerful for the size unit it is.
The instruction manual is short and straight-forward although, some things are not explained fully. For instance: it tells you there are five preset buttons but fails to mention how to store a location. I experimented for a moment until I figured it out.
The HD 100 is $99.95 - an affordable price for those who have been looking forward to hearing the new programming being touted by HD Radio.
