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HD radio

09-25-2009, 05:44 AM

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kenny61

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HD radio

I just put a new radio in my truck and went with a HD unit figuring if they switch radio to HD as they did TV I would be all set. I live in an area where reception has never been a problem analog signals came in good and strong. After installation I was not able to get HD stations. Later when I drove to work I was able to get em but on the drive home they went out again. Basically my HD reception stunk ( Getting about 30 -40 less miles coverage in HD) Spent a little time researching HD reception tonight and found that HD signals are being broadcast at a much lower power than analog (-20wdb ) whatever that means . One web site stated it was only 1% of the stations normal output. Just putting out a FYI for members who may be considering a switch to HD If you live more than 25-30 miles from a HD transmitter you may not be able to receive the HD signal.

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