Tag Archives: XHDATA D-808

ATS25 Max Decoder: Against all comers

Posted on January 20, 2025 by Kevin

So now to examine the question: how does the ATS25 Max Decoder compare with other portable radios on shortwave? The rules are simple. An MLA-30+ amplified loop antenna will be connected to an A/B switch, which will in turn be … Continue reading →

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Competition heats up

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Kevin

A few years back I bought a Tecsun PL-380 that had a thermometer. That was my go to travel radio and the thermometer was convenient. I missed this feature when I traded in the PL-380 on a PL-330. Since then, … Continue reading →

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And speaking of manuals …

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Kevin

I just got an email from XHDATA. They’ve released their long-awaited update to the D-808 Portable Digital Radio manual (direct download). Readers may remember that I was critical of the old manual — to the point that I even wrote … Continue reading →

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RDS / RBDS: FM on Display

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Kevin

Update: Since originally writing this article, I’ve added an ATS25 max-Decoder with RDS. I’ll add its features to the table. The Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), as it is called in the North America, or simply RDS in the rest … Continue reading →

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Sihuadon R-108: an overlooked radio

Posted on February 11, 2024 by Kevin

I’ve seen nice things said about the Sihuadon R-108 radio for some time, but I never bought one because it seemed redundant for my personal use. The radio is quite small (5″ L x 1.2″ W x 3″ H), it … Continue reading →

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Battle of the under $50 shortwave radios: Take 2

Posted on December 12, 2023 by Kevin

It’s only been 5 months since 13 shortwave radios did battle in the original Battle of the under $50 shortwave radios, but things have changed. There are new contenders. XHDATA D-109WB The XHDATA D-109 (shown above) was the winner of … Continue reading →

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Battle of the Under $100 Shortwave Radios

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Kevin

After the roaring success of my Battle of the under $50 shortwave radios (36 views! ROFL) I’m inspired to up the ante and review models that could be purchased today with shipping between $50 and $100. The contestants this time … Continue reading →

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