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[IRCA] Sangean DT-200VX Digital Wonder: Fully TP/TA Qualified
- Subject: [IRCA] Sangean DT-200VX Digital Wonder: Fully TP/TA Qualified
- From: D1028Gary@xxxxxxx
- Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2008 03:03:05 EST
Hello All,
The Sangean DT-200VX operating manual (included with the radio)
mentioned nothing about a 9 kHz-split capability in the radio, so unfortunately a
major misconception went into the 2007 Shootout Review.
Although Colin has graciously corrected the relevant paragraphs in the
review posted on his outstanding web site, the original file slammed the
DT-200VX for its lack of a 9 kHz-split capability. The procedure for switching
to 9 kHz steps is described on the web, but in the preparations to review four
units in the Shootout, insufficient time was available to check all web
documentation on four different units. Consequently, an erroneous "Verdict" was
promulgated, to my sincere regret.
For those of you considering a purchase of the outstanding DT-200VX,
here is the revised "Shootout" Final Summary, and the revised DT-200VX
"Verdict":
Shootout Final Summary:
The top three units were very competitive in the sensitivity tests, but
when overall DX capability is evaluated, only the DT-200VX excels in total
performance. The SRF-59 is clearly far superior in selectivity, but most DXers
would consider its analog tuning system (and a rather touchy tuning dial)
somewhat burdensome. The SRF-M37V has superior digital tuning convenience (with
memories), but it has a serious selectivity issue. Only the DT-200VX has good
selectivity with great tuning convenience (with the most memories), and as
such, it deserves the title of the best digital Ultralight radio in this
shootout. The SRF-59, because of its superior selectivity and nulling ability,
would still be the choice of the analog enthusiasts who are willing to tolerate
(and even enjoy) somewhat touchy thumb wheel tuning.
DT-200VX Verdict:
This innovative radio is great fun to use, and has digital tuning
convenience and selectivity surpassing that of the SRF-M37V. It is an excellent choice
for both domestic and transoceanic DXers, and has class-leading memory
capacity. Surpassed only by the SRF-59's selectivity and nulling ability, it is
the suggested radio of choice for all except serious analog enthusiasts. It
has great AGC, fine audio, a very well-behaved receiver almost completely free
from images and spurs, and has the auto shut-off function. FM enthusiasts
would also love this radio, which is clearly superior in FM sensitivity and
selectivity. Urban DXers may also wish to consider this radio because of its
immunity from images, and serious spurs (in my moderate-RF environment).
Once again, please accept my sincere regret for the misconception which
went into the original file.
73 and Best Wishes,
Gary DeBock
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