Monthly Archives: January 2011

Sangean SG-622 or RadioShack DX-397

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Sangean SG-622 (a.k.a. RadioShack DX-397) is an analog AM, FM, shortwave radio. It is affordable, simple and surprisingly sensitive for the casual broadcast listener. Specs: Coverage AM 530 to 1710 kHz The ten shortwave bands cover: 4.5-5.05, 5.8-6.3, 7.1-8, … Continue reading →

Posted in Analog, Portables, RadioShack, Sangean | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sangean ATS-909X

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The ATS-909X is the flagship of the Sangean line, replacing the Sangean ATS-909. Note that reviews on (at least) the first production run of the ATS-909X have been luke warm at best. Specs: Pages: 18 Presets / SW 39 Pages: … Continue reading →

Posted in Portables, Sangean | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

Sangean ATS-909 or RadioShack DX-398

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

Sangean describes the Sangean ATS-909 as the “flagship” of the Sangean line of AM/FM/SW Portable Radios. It is indeed a popular portable and is packed with features. This radio was also manufactured as the RadioShack DX-398. Note that the Sangean … Continue reading →

Posted in RadioShack | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Sangean ATS-505P

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Sangean ATS-505P is an FM / MW / LW / SW PLL Synthesized portable receiver. Specs: PLL Synthesized Digital Tuning. Professional digital multi-band world receiver. Backlit LCD Display. Frequency FM 87.5-108 AM 517-1710 SW 1.711-29999 kHz (Continuous) LW 153-279 … Continue reading →

Posted in Portables, Sangean | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Sangean ATS-404

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Sangean ATS-404 is an FM/ MW/SW PLL Synthesized receiver. Specs: PLL Synthesized Digital Tuning. 45 Memory Presets. Auto Tuning System (ATS). 10 Key Pad Tuning & Input. Backlit LCD Display. Frequencies: FM 87.5 – 108 AM 516 – 1710 … Continue reading →

Posted in Portables, Sangean | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Kchibo D96L

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Kchibo D96L is a notable “ultralight” DSP-based shortwave radio. Specs: Frequency Modulation: (FM) 87-108 MHz 64-108 Mhz (DIY); Medium-wave (MW) 522-1710KHz (9KHz step) 520-1710KHz (10KHz step, DIY); Short-wave (SW) 2.30-21.85 MHz Memories: (total 900) FM (FM) 300 MW (AM) … Continue reading →

Posted in Kchibo, Portables, Ultralight | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Kchibo D95L

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Kchibo D95L is a DSP PLL AM FM shortwave receiver. Specs: Frequency: (FM) 64-108 MHz (MW) 522-1710 KHz (SW) 2.30-21.85 MHz Memories: 90 FM: 30, MW: 30, SW: 30 Sensitivity: (FM) < 3uV (MW) < 3mV/m (SW) < 30uv … Continue reading →

Posted in Kchibo, Portables | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Kchibo D92L

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Kchibo D92L is a DSP portable shortwave receiver. This radio is considered an “ultralight” by many DXers. Specs: Frequency range Frequency Modulation (FM) 64-108 MHz Medium-wave (MW) 522-1710 KHz Short-wave (SW) 2.30-21.85 MHz Memories: total 900–FM (FM) 300 MW … Continue reading →

Posted in Kchibo, Portables, Ultralight | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Kchibo D6110

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Kchibo D6110 is a portable DSP-based shortwave radio. Note that this model is primarily available via eBay via sellers in China/Hong Kong. Specs (per eBay seller hygt369): Frequency Range: (FM) 87-108 MHz. (FM DIY)64-108 Mhz . (MW) 522-1710KHz (9KHz … Continue reading →

Posted in Kchibo, Portables | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Kaito DE15 or Degen DE15

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Degen DE15 is a portable radio covering AM, shortwave and FM. Specs: POWER SOURCE External 5 VDC 120ma Battery Three AA cells [UM3] (supplied) Charge Time 1 to 6 hours Run Time up to 15 hours (earphones) RECEIVER AM … Continue reading →

Posted in Degen, Kaito, Portables | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment