I'm happy with the way it works, but I still resent its dependence on a remote. You can turn it on and off and snooze manually, with the touch pad, but all other functions and settings require the remote. You can't change stations, go to AM, go to CD, operate the alarm function, change the volume, or anything else.

My older model of this radio had a remote too, but it could be fully operated without it. The remote was a convenience, not a requirement.

Incidentally, my radio came with an Owner's Manual that does not mention HD/Digital radio. I ain't got one.

I have an Insignia TV that works similarly. You can't even turn it on and off without a remote. So if you lose the remote, you gots no TV until you buy a new one.

Bastards. I wonder how much more profit they make by not having to manufacture and install a half dozen manual switches. Those savings certainly haven't been passed on to the consumer.

BTW, good to hear from you again, Dan.