One other thing I think I noticed.  As you tune up the band, it goes 
silent until you stop.  I would prefer this not be muted so you can tell 
when you come across a station.
I did order one though.
73
Butch
WA0VJR
Node 3148
Wallace, ks.


On Wed, 6 Jun 2012, Russ Kiehne wrote:

> After listening to the podcast, I have a question and comment.
>
> What is the selectivity and sensitivity like on am?
> I like the fact it comes with a am loop antenna.  This means I can use my
> inductive coupled am loop for improved am reception.  This also means one
> can use the Twin Coil Ferrite am antenna with this radio.
> I like the fact it has a aux in for connecting my Victor Reader Stream to
> it.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Mike Duke, K5XU
> Sent: Tuesday, June 05, 2012 2:46 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: O/T, Igsignia Accessible HD Radio Now Available
>
> Best Buy is now offering an HD Radio with talking features through its
> Insignia product line.
>
> If you want to hear more about this radio, known as the Narrator, you
> can download the Tek Talk podcast from this week, or listen to it from
> the home page of www.accessibleworld.org.
>
> The run time is 1 hour and 8 minutes.
> The Narrator can only be purchased online or over the telephone at
> this time.
>
> Through this Saturday, June 9, it is $89.95. After then, it is $99.95.
>
> For those who want to order it online, go to www.bestbuy.com. Type
> "narrator + radio" including the quotes into the search box on the
> site. If you only type the word "Narrator," you get a list of a bunch
> of music from a band called "The Narrators."
>
> You can also order the Narrator by calling Best buy at
> 1 888 237 8289.
>
> Someone here in Mississippi told me that they found the telephone
> staff to be very helpful.
>
>
>
>
>
> Mike Duke, K5XU
> American Council of Blind Radio Amateurs
>
>