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Mehdi discovers ESD protection in the Tecsun PL-680
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mehdi, who writes: Once you told me to be careful when attaching an external antenna to my portable radio. Today I opened it to see whether it has some sort of...
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Pawel discovers a tuning bug in his Tecsun PL-880
Many thanks to SWLing Post reader, Pawel (SQ9ZAV), who writes from Poland: Hello Thomas, On November 4, 2015, I bought a Tecsun PL-880 from ErcomeR company. I found an error: the last two digits of...
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George demonstrates the Tecsun PL-880 tuning bug
In response to Pawel’s post about a tuning bug affecting a recent batch of Tecsun PL-880s, SWLing Post contributor Georges (F6DFZ) comments: I have posted a new video about this important bug of the...
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Jay Allen reviews the Tecsun PL-365
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Ron, who notes that Jay Allen has posted a review of the Tecsun PL-365. Click here to read the full review. I believe the PL-365 is essentially the same radio as...
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A high-gain ferrite bar antenna for the PL-360/PL-365 and CountyComm GP5 series
If you own a Tecsun PL-360, PL-365 or a CountyComm GP5/DSP or GP5/SSB, you might take note of this large ferrite bar antenna offered by a Greece-based seller on eBay. As you can see in the image...
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DX Fiend: Gary DeBock’s guide to building the ultimate FSL antenna for the...
SWLing Post contributor, Gary DeBock, is an acclaimed innovator in the realm of Ultralight DXing–he’s well-known for constantly pushing the envelop on these inexpensive DX receivers. This time, Gary...
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Ron approves of the high-gain ferrite bar antenna
In response to our post about the high-gain ferrite bar antenna for the Tecsun PL-360/PL-365 and CountyComm GP5/DSP and GP5/SSB, SWLing Post contributor, Ron, writes: …and it’s worth it. On MW there is...
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Tecsun PL-880 fine tuning bug solved by Anon-Co
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Georges (F6DFZ), who writes: As you may know, a few [of us PL-880 owners] have documented the extremely annoying bug that affect the Tecsun PL-880 during Fine...
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Special deal: Tecsun PL-360 for $33.99 plus shipping via Anon-Co
Many thanks to SWling Post contributor, Ron, who writes: http://www.anon-co.com/product/pl360 No, it’s not a GP5/SSB, but at less than half the cost it’s fine for general use. Anna is first-rate to...
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DX Fiend: Gary DeBock’s guide to building the PL-380 “Pest Control” FSL antenna
SWLing Post contributor, Gary DeBock, is an acclaimed innovator in the realm of Ultralight DXing–he’s well-known for constantly pushing the envelop on these inexpensive DX receivers. Gary has published...
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Gary discovers a way to lock narrow filters on the Tecsun PL-880
Many thanks to SWLing Post reader, Gary (WN9U) who writes: Just an FYI comment about the narrow filters NOT staying on while tuning. I read about the similar problem that you encountered during the...
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Tecsun PL-606: Tapping into the IF?
SWLing Post reader, Lee, writes: I just wondered if you have ever seen any information about how to tap the I.F of the Tecsun 606 by any chance? I want yo use it for DRM but cannot find any info . Love...
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Guest Post: Jerry’s Mediumwave DXing Powerhouse Mini FSL Antenna
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Jerry Popiel, for the following guest post: A MW DXing Powerhouse Mini FSL Antenna by Jerry Popiel In late February 2016 I completed construction of a modified...
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The CountyComm GP5/SSB: my go-to shortwave radio for hiking
My two hiking companions: the CountyComm GP5/SSB and Hazel the dog. Posting the Blinq deal a few moments ago reminded me that my favorite shortwave radio to use while hiking/walking is the CountyComm...
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Simple modification to disable soft mute on the Tecsun PL-210
Many thanks to SWLing reader, Mini, who wites: I am Japanese short wave listener. I found the method that disable soft-mute of TECSUN PL-210. And, I posted the article in my blog. Please forgive me...
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Tecsun PL-880 rechargeable battery now via Amazon
Many thanks to SWLing Post reader, Bill, who writes: Maybe you already know this, but I only recently discovered the Tecsun PL-880 rechargeable battery is available on Amazon for $9.99 and can qualify...
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Tecsun PL-680 Beats Expectations
I have been procrastinating over investing in another portable shortwave radio to replace my ageing (but still going strong) Sangean ATS909. Also known in the U.S. as the rebadged Radio Shack DX–398,...
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Oxford Shortwave Log: DXing in the tropical rainforest of Pará, Brazil – part 2
Hi there, here is part 2 of my reception videos taken in the tropical rainforest of Pará, Northern Brazil. As I mentioned in my previous post, I took a Tecsun PL-680 with me on the trip because I...
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The brilliant little Tecsun PL-310ET: serious DXing on a budget – part 1
Hi there, a good friend of mine Mr Thomas Brogan mentioned to me recently that his little Tecsun PL-310ET was proving to be an excellent receiver and that it would suit my DXpedition activities. Now,...
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The brilliant little Tecsun PL-310ET: serious DXing on a budget – part 2
Hi there, here is part two of my original post containing various reception videos for the amazing Tecsun PL-310ET pocket shortwave receiver. I continue to be amazed at the sensitivity and selectivity...
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