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Sangean DT-180BK A/M / FM TV Band Pocket Receiver | 
 enlarge | Brand: Sangean
Category: CE
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Avg. Customer Rating:  28 reviews
Color: BLACK
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 1.5 x 0.5 x 3.5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: DT-180BK
Model: DT-180BK
UPC: 729288049180
EAN: 0729288049180
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 20 presets | | • | LCD display | | • | Automatic tuning system | | • | Stereo headphone jack | | • | Tuning and low battery indicator |
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Product Description
The Sangean DT-180V Pocket Sized Radio lets you hear your favorite radio stations on the go. This pocket-sized PLL digital tuning system lets you find AM/FM stations and tune them in -- or program in your favorites. You can also tune in 5 different TV bands. Listen to them in mono or stereo with the included headphones. Included earphones Deep Bass Boost Automatic shutoff after 90 minutes Battery power indicator Lock Switch Color - Black Dimensions(WxHxD) - 2 x 3.7 x 0.7 Weight 2 oz. without batteries
Amazon.com
Anyone who is concerned about size and style should consider this pocket receiver. It features Sangean's legendary reception and quality, and TV audio reception. This radio is a sure hit for someone who is looking for a simple and stylish portable to listen to their favorite AM/FM and TV programs. This unit comes in white and black options, features 20 presets (10 FM, 5 AM, and 5 TV), auto search, and it has a battery indicator. Uses 2 'AAA' batteries (not included). Includes earbuds. Feature List
- 20 presets
- PLL synthesized digital tuning
- LCD display
- Automatic tuning system
- NTSC TV frequencies
- Auto search feature
- Stereo/mono switch
- Tuning and low bettery indicator
- 90 minute auto shutoff
- Deep bass boost
- Button lock switch
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| Customer Reviews: Read 23 more reviews...
 Great little AM-FM radio September 26, 2006
38 out of 39 found this review helpful
(** Edit 04/2008 - in the time since I wrote this review I have picked up a well-reviewed Sony analog tuning AM/FM radio (SRF-59). I will say that it does pick out stations very well, and is a nice radio for the price, but - for me at least - the frustration of trying to find specific frequencies on the AM or FM dial using the analog tuner outweigh any possible advantages of the "superior" tuner. Though I have kept the Sony, I find I use the Sangean almost exclusively.)
I've had the Sangean DT-180V in my hands for a few days, I was able to test it against my Sony M37. (Sorry, but I don't have access to the Sony M97 or any of the highly rated Sony analog models for comparison.)
Location note: I am located in southern New Jersey, within 9 miles of three 50KW FM transmitters. Philadelphia is about 60 miles NW, and NYC over 100 miles due North. There are no AM stations in the area broadcasting at over 1 KW.
FM reception: The Sony M37 is the slightly more sensitive radio of the two; there were a few Philly FM stations that the M37 could get and the Sangean DT-180V could not. However, this is mitigated by two factors: (1) the stereo/mono switch aids in the 180V reception of weaker stations, where the Sony does not have this feature; (2) multiple weaker signals in the M37 are overridden by images once you start moving around and changing the position of the headphone cord / antenna. The poor image rejection of the M37 is it's biggest weakness; there are numerous images around the dial, and these can obliterate weaker signals. In contrast, when moving around with the 180V the signal might fade in and out, but I seldom lost a station to interference.
My preference is for the 180V - I'm willing to give up a bit of sensitivity for much better image rejection. Those for who sensitvity is the overriding concern may prefer the M37.
FM sound: Edge to the Sony M37. The highs are a bit livelier on the M37, giving it a more "open" sound than the 180V.
(edit - another user comparing the sound of the M37 with a high-priced home tuner considered the M37 treble unnaturally boosted; so perhaps the DT-180V is the more "natural" sounding of the two. YMMV.)
AM reception: Almost identical, but I give an ever so slight edge to the 180V; there were a few weak AM stations which were a tinge less noisy than the same station on the M37.
AM sound: Edge to the 180V. The Sony had a pronounced midrange and mid-bass boost which I disliked; the Sangean may have a bit less in the low bass but the overall sounded more natural to me.
Features: Both have 10 FM presets and 5 AM presets. The M37 has a weather band the 180V lacks. 180V defaults to a 90-minute turn off, but this can be overridden easily. The M37 has no tones controls; the 180V has a "Deep Bass Boost" which IMHO goes *way* overboard and is to be avoided with most headphones.* The 180V is smaller than the M37, and weighs in at 2.2 vs. 3.4 ounces (including battery). The M37 includes a belt clip; there is no clip for the 180V, but there is a small hole on the top for a lanyard. The Sony comes with full-size open-air headphones; the Sangean comes with ear buds; I'd advise purchasing a better set of headphones (full-size or in-ear) for either to get the best sound.
For those in suburban / urban areas who don't need every last bit of sensitivity and want a tiny digital radio, the Sangean DT-180V is a great choice. I've give this 4.5 stars if that was an option (due to sensitivity and FM sound quality a bit below comparable Sonys), but the small size and weight, good FM reception, and stereo/mono switch push this gem to five stars.
* - after trying some super cheapie Sony earbuds, I guess there are some cases where the DBB is useful. But for any decent full-size headphones or IEMs, the DBB is probably better left OFF.
This is the one to get September 27, 2006
21 out of 22 found this review helpful
DT-180 is sangean's newest small receiver, newer than the DT 210, 200, 300..
Have now bought 3 of these, one as a gift.
Don't laugh, but a major feature of these Sangean radios for us is the 90 minute automatic shutoff (easily disabled if you want). An elderly relative uses this radio to fall asleep, and the 90 minute shutoff means we don't go through batteries needlessly.
Of course the reception is great too, that's what Sangean is known for, that's why we buy them.
Controls are simple and good, even the elderly can handle it in the dark. Has several preset buttons to jump between your favorite stations, just hold them down to set it.
Battery life is excellent, we're getting better battery life out of this unit which takes a single AAA, than our Sangean DT220V which took 2 AA batteries.
Seriously stop looking, this is the one to get.
iPoddish November 17, 2006
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
My wife opened this from the package for me and the first thing she said is how "iPoddish" it seemed for a radio. Strapless, you must pocket this when walking. I wouldn't call this an exercise radio. It's more for travelling, mobility, etc. The internal AM/FM antenna is good for lacking telescopic function of bigger radios. The included earphone speakers far exceeded my expectations. Nothing cheap about them. Another plus: You only need one triple-A battery and this tiny radio, about the size of a lighter, is easy on power. Sleek, high-performing, including 5 presets each for AM/FM/TV, defaulted to shut off after 90 minutes to save batteries, and costing under $39 on Amazon, the DT-180 is a great choice for a "pocket receiver."
I love this radio - For it's AM reception April 24, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I've had several pocket radios and this one is the best I've had. I use it mostly for AM. This radio's reception often impresses me. I can now pick up AM stations in places where other radios only gave me static.
I like the placement of the buttons, they're good sized, well spaced, and easy to get to without having to remove the radio from my pocket. The memory buttons are right on top so they're easy to get to as well. Screen is good size and easy to read. Unit also has a button to boost bass if needed. It's a very easy to use radio.
Some negatives to pass on:
FM reception is decent, nothing spectacular, and TV reception is so-so. I don't use it much for those two bands so it doesn't matter to me. If your planning to buy it for FM you may want to do some more research before buying, I suspect there's better pocket radios for FM.
Also, I wasn't too crazy about the earbuds that came with it. The sound was so-so and the ones I already owned were better so they're the ones I use.
Overall I'm glad I bought this radio.
 There's better... June 24, 2007
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I'm a big listener of FM radio, and I'm always out and about. Where I live in san diego the reception is poor and there is always problems with adjacent high-power stations walking over weak ones.
I have tried many pocket radios and it was down to sangean and sony for me. I used an SRF-S84 for some time until it broke and it was one of the best as far as selectivity and sensitivity. My other favorite was the Sangean DT-200v (no longer available here) However since they aren't easily obtainable I went with the sangean DT180 for its size and reputation.
However, I was overall not impressed with the DT-180. Yes, it is sensitive in most respects, but has terrible selectivity and image rejection. If an adjacent strong station on the dial is close to a weak one --it will wipe out the weak station with lots of adjacent channel spill-over. I also find the tonal response to be very poor out of the box. Sangean should have used better capacitors in the low-pass section for an improved tone response. True, there is a deep bass boost, but unfortunately it boosts everything below 80hz. This combined with really good headphones makes it near un-listenable due to the incredible booming effect in your head --I'm sure its not great for your hearing either.
The earbuds are mediocre at best, and with the bass boost are tolerable.
Another unfortunate downfall of the DT-180 is the lack of a belt clip or other restraining device. Don't buy one if you plan to use it for exercise. Walking, most mobility, and traveling it would be fine. However, try jogging with it in your pocket and it will jump out!
Overall I would stray from the DT-180. Mine is on its way back. I thought it would replace my sony and DT-200v, but I was sadly mistaken. If you REALLY want to experience what sangean pocket radios are famous for, buy a DT-200v. It's old, but the tuner in the 200V radio is excellent, very sensitive, selective, has precise tuning ability (steps of .05 Mhz!!), has the best stereo separation, and sound absolutely superb with the right headphones and some capacitor mods.
So in short, Leave the DT-180 and get a DT-200v or sony SRF-S84
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