In addition, it has multiple outputs and inputs. It also has a battery low LED indicator and a backlight dimmer. The LCD is clear and easy to read with a backlight and informational channel display. The HD radio also has a real-time clock with date. There is a snooze function and a sleep function. It has a dual alarm timer – set your alarm to your favorite station or simply wake up to the alarm buzzer. The HD radio has an automatic multicast and simulcast re-configuration, and also an auto-tuning list for program services.Īccess your favorite stations with the 10 memory preset (5 AM and 5 FM), although you might have quite an issue storing HD stations. This radio gives a clear digital sound with a treble/ bass control. The radio allows you to enjoy local stations which include news, sports, and music. Sangean HDR- 16 features an HD radio digital and analog AM/ FM Stereo reception. Photos below are examples of my work.The Sangean HDR-16 radio is a nice stereo with an easy handle that is simple and easy to carry around. * 3 capacitors are long-life 85℃ rated part due to availability. $20ĭiscounted Package Pricing for the Level 1 Essentials + all listed optional upgrades: $275. Also enhances the variation between the HIGH-MED-LOW brightness settings. Modify the display backlighting to auto-dim when the tuner is shut off.Install a 7.5 Farad "Super Capacitor" to provide backup power for station presets and clock time.Replace the factory audio jacks with new gold Switchcraft jacks.Install a Forced Analog switch so you can listen to a station's HD1 in analog mode if desired (requires drilling a 1/4" hole in rear panel for the switch).Strongly recommended, doubles warranty from 60 days to 120 days. Add a second premium QUIET cooling fan.Optional Additional Upgrades to the Essential Package: The Level 1 Essential Refurbishment Package is $195 including Priority insured return shipping to a US address and a 60-day "Fix It or Replace It" warranty on the entire tuner. Improve the stability of the unregulated +10.5V power supply rail by replacing the standard silicon rectifier diode with a Schottky diode.Replace IC 906, 1.8V Precision Low Noise Voltage Regulator (as IC 906 ages it has a very high failure rate).Install audio fidelity improvements for flatter frequency response, reduced distortion, and improved headroom.Align FM section for best sensitivity and confirm it’s well within the right ballpark.Install Sony mods to the audio jacks if not already present (will usually be needed if serial number starts with “8”).Replace all tactile pushbutton switches.Replace the display backlight LEDs so the display is bright and sharp again.Recalibrate the +8.5V voltage regulator circuit. Upgrade all aluminum electrolytic capacitors in the power supply, main board, and tuner/DSP Module with higher-quality 105℃ rated parts*. "Level 1" Essential Refurbishment Package NOTE: I am currently not accepting new requests for mods because the "wait list" goes out at least six months, probably longer. I'll always tell you straight-up what's wrong and what your options are. There's no pressure either way - it's up to you. If you want out of the tuner, I might offer to buy it from you to use as a parts donor. In that case if you just want the tuner back, return shipping costs $20. For example a replacement HD Module costs $100 above and beyond the L1 Pkg - maybe that's just too much. If I find something else going on during problem diagnosis that won't be fixed by the Level 1 Essentials Package, I'll contact you and discuss the options. The Level 1 Essential Refurbishment price of $195 includes a 60 day "Fix It or Replace It" warranty on the entire tuner, and Priority insured return shipping to you. So going forward, the Level 1 Essentials Package is the minimum repair procedure. After that's done, the tuner should have a substantially extended service life. Most common problems will be fixed by doing the Level 1 Essentials. I'm seeing a big increase lately in requests for problem diagnosis and repair of failed tuners as they age. Some XDR-F1HDs still in use are nearing 15 years of service.
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