Sangean Expands HD Radio™ Lineup with Deluxe Component Tuner

Los Angeles, CA, June 6, 2007 – Sangean America today announced the introduction of the HDT-1X, a deluxe version of its acclaimed HD Radio component tuner.  The HDT-1X adds several new features to the existing HDT-1 model, most notably:

 

• Sony/Phillips Digital Interface Format (S/PDIF) optical output- 100% digital, virtually lossless, signal transmission.
• Analog Mode – Allows listeners to “lock in” an analog signal in fringe areas of coverage.
• Split-Audio Mode- Digital Audio in one channel, Analog audio in the other, allows users to hear the difference between analog and digital signals.
• Rack-mount adapters are also available for $12.99.

 

“Many of the customers who purchased the HDT-1 have told us how much they like the unit, but feel it could be even better with some new additions.  We listened to their feedback and have incorporated their suggestions into the new HDT-1X model,” said Clayton Scott, sales and marketing manager, Sangean America.  “The HDT-1X represents an excellent option for consumers looking to purchase their first HD Radio product or enhance their current HD Radio experience.”

The HDT-1X uses the same display and enclosure as the HDT-1. Pre-orders are now being taken, with shipping expected in the middle of June. The HDT-1X will be available through CBS-affiliate radio stations, custom audio providers, as well as online and through select national retailers.

The HDT-1X will have a suggested retail price of $249.99.

About HD Radio Broadcasting

More than 1,300 AM and FM radio stations, available to approximately 80% of the U.S. population, are using HD Radio technology to transmit digital audio and data to their listeners. Beyond delivering dramatically improved sound quality over analog, digital HD Radio technology allows stations to expand their programming via HD2 multicast channels. Over 600 stations today are using HD2 channels to broadcast fresh new music and news formats, showcase young artists and local bands, air non-English language programming, and more. Other HD Radio applications include text and graphics content shown on receiver display screens and delivery of real-time traffic updates. For more information, please visit www.hdradio.com.

 

About Sangean America

Sangean America, a subsidiary of Sangean Electronics, Taiwan, has been selling radios under the Sangean label since 1974. Sangean manufactures the most complete line of radios in the world and is one of only three radio manufacturers that builds and markets its own products.  For more information please visit www.sangean.com.

 

For additional information, please contact:

Clayton Scott

(888) SANGEAN

(888) 726-4326

clayton@sangean.com

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