Tecsun PL-310ET Shortwave Radio Evening MW

[@todderbert]

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[@DarrenN72]

I have had a 310ET for a cupple years now. Knowing it has bandwidth controls I started using it and it definitely makes a difference in sound quality. With all the smaller portables out there this radio has pretty decent sound quality. For the price point it's a really good reciever. Also watched another video. The person showed how by using the lower bandwidth settings like 2 or even 1 it increases the radio sensitivity. When doing a ETM scan on SW or MW you pick up more stations on 1 vs. 6 on the bandwidth settings. Haven't tried that yet myself but going to try it. This is a really neat little radio

[@an1rb]

Yes, but 1kHz bandwidth on the filter will reduce the audio quality to a great extent.

[@DarrenN72]

@@an1rb I think after you do your scan and find the stations then you can use different bandwidths. Pretty sure that's what he meant

[@petrvacek7057]

I've seen two of your videos, very impressed by your knowledge of neighboring stations and their output, excellent job

[@baneverything5580]

To defeat soft mute on fading signals at night and strange audio pumping and distortion on strong AM signals tune 1kz off frequency. The volume will drop so it`s best to use headphones. A good example is what I heard on 1210. The voice was clipping in and out rapidly and distorted. Tuning 1kz down would have completely stopped this and the signal would become very clear. Also, when using headphones the audio sounds much better on the lower AM bandwidth settings allowing you to get even better clarity on DX targets.

[@va3tfc194]

Thank you for this info. I just ordered the Tecsun PL-310et radio to replace my dismal Retekess V115 AM/FM/SW radio. The FM and AM is fine for local stations. It's pretty much below average on SW and MW DXing but I do like the MP3 player and recording ability. It was only a $25 radio so I can't expect much. This Tecsun seems to have everything I need and appears to be much better on medium wave.

[@andysrandomness]

For Mediumwave DX you need good weather that is not as much cloudy this radio seems to do the trick very well for pulling in the weak signals on a clear night

[@TheMysteryG]

Still have mine. Few currupted function glitches , but still a keeper.

[@va3tfc194]

Nice demo. I just ordered one and can;t wait to use it. Thanks for the video.

[@hamandshortwaveradioirelan4773]

Great demonstration of the brilliant Tecsun 310, thanks for sharing 👍

[@todderbert]

I like to give a quick once over of the radios before I start the bandscans.

[@andysrandomness]

I’ve been hearing the audio of both the CC Skywave and Tecsun and I actually prefer the Tecsun so far plus I love my 110 I will look into ordering this one

[@aaronaugust7904]

Instablaster...

[@joeltunnah]

I picked up 1300khz WLXG Lexington KY tonight, on my PL310. That’s 591 miles from here (NYC).

[@AMDXplusplus]

22:04 Wow! How do you got WFTD on 1080 that is my weak semi-local from 60 miles from Dalton, GA. Where can I download your logbook.

[@st.louisdxer9616]

Nice radio. I was debating this one and the Radiwow R-108 for some time. I think if this one had AIR band it would’ve won.

[@DXPedro]

Same here. Truth is, I don’t really care about the airband. It’s more cool ssb, than airband. Imho. To each it’s own. But I also debated about those two ^^ Regards.

[@2wrdr]

Looking for high performance medium band receiver, can be new, old, AM only or full AM/FM, Shortwave, suggestions appreciated. Thx.

[@jimgordon1563]

Hi. I've had one of these for some years now. Its good value for money but crippled by AM breakthrough on parts of the SW spectrum and that annoying AGC pumping that grates on my ears. I've also had to return one that was deaf on SW. The PL-380 is easier on the years but not as sensitive. However, the R108 is the best in this small radio class and competes well with the vintage Sony SW100 which cost 10 times as much! 73s

[@baneverything5580]

Jim Gordon To defeat soft mute on fading signals at night and strange audio pumping and distortion on strong AM signals tune 1kz off frequency. The volume will drop so it`s best to use headphones.

[@jimgordon1563]

@@baneverything5580 Thank you. I am aware of this work around. I also use this on the DSP version of the DEGEN DE1103. Whatever you do, don't buy that radio! Get the PLL version. Its a great radio but is now becoming scarce and expensive.73s

[@joeltunnah]

I have both R108 and PL310 now. R108 has better housing build quality, and better non-stepped volume control. Otherwise they’re basically the same performance and features.

[@jimgordon1563]

Hi. Thanks for your reply. As someone who has both of these too. I prefer the R108. I find that the 310, while being very sensitive, is prone to bad AM breakthrough on SW in urban areas. I also find that it's rough ACC really grates on my hearing. The R108, along with my aged Sony SW 100, are my go to pocket SW portables. 73s and GDX.

[@soupdragon12345]

The ETM function, how long are they stored for ?

[@uniquenamegoeshere2263]

I just accidentally killed my Eton Executive by plugging it in to the wrong adapter 😢. I ordered the 310et, and I think I’m going to like it more than the Eton. I still have the little Crane pocket sized radio, that thing is great.

[@rockyknotts]

Good video except for the fact that whenever you started turning the radio sideways and everything it was hard to tell what was going on

[@justincassidy4512]

I like this little radio Mr.Todderbert I will trade my near mint Sony TFM-7300WA for one.

[@octavciortan]

Hi Todd, how long will those batteries last on 1 charge and also how many hours will it take to charge them inside that beauty?

[@todderbert]

Not sure of an exact time, but expect 50-65 Hours of radio time. Recharge probably 8-10 hours.

[@philspencer8251]

@@todderbert My radio will not charge batteries in the radio, any ideas as to the problem.

[@awonderfulbug9818]

This or Digitech AR-1780?

[@todderbert]

Depends on Budget. If you need full coverage shortwave with SSB the the Digitech kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGS3kJaemsuZeZo . If you just want a low cost, simple shortwave portable the 310 will fit the bill.

[@homeyv]

if you had to pick one....pl310 or r-108

[@todderbert]

R-108

[@samkam4984]

hi Tod....mine skips a lot of stations when I try to scan on MW...is this normal for this radio?

[@todderbert]

Normal for a lot of auto scanning radios.

[@bongtechnature]

@@todderbert pl-380 vs pl-310et which one is better in case of reception and performance?

[@bnmdad]

Can you do an audio comparison between 310 and 380 pls?

[@baneverything5580]

The 310 has a bit better audio.

[@bnmdad]

@@baneverything5580 I have a 380 - love the buttons and operation, but it sounds so shrill on FM. Think I would notice enough audio difference with a 310 to justify getting one? I love everything else about the 380. Thanks

[@bnmdad]

I finally got one. Way better audio for music than the 380 for sure.

[@modelsfirst]

Thanks for the great review. Gonna buy one. Can't for the life of me understand why companies cripple the sales potential of their radios with these pissy small capacity little BL-5 batteries (a Bad trend) or Lithium ion Batteries as a whole for that matter which should NOT be used below 0*Celcius... What are they thinking?! Standard batteries all the way for me or it's a NO SALE from me on a portable radio.

[@filippocorti6760]

If I'm not mistaken, lithium batteries (AA) last much longer in cold weather than alkaline or something or other metal rechargeable that come with these radios. Maybe someone with more knowledge will chime in.

[@modelsfirst]

@@filippocorti6760 Below O degrees C & over 40 degrees C is the problem for Lithium-ion batteries. They will be damaged & could even explode if charging is attempted in outdoor freezing temperatures. Lithium rechargeable (AA) 1.5v have only recently become available. They do have the advantage of running at a constant 1.5v & then just cut out instead of fading until flat in standard rechargeable batteries but the same problems of operating temperature imitation exist. But most important of all availability, you will struggle to find them except online where standard AA batteries are sure to be found in any store just when you need them instead of a week later. The BL-5 battery II have in my Tivdeo 115 only lasts 2 hours at 2/3 to 3/4 volume needed for good listening outside. These BL-5 batteries are pathetic.

[@spencerdodds2207]

@@modelsfirst sounds like your ready for a new battery, my Tivdio v115 last all day and more on one charge.

[@modelsfirst]

@@spencerdodds2207 I do get around 6 hours when listening indoors at 5o% volume or less which is still rubbish compared to at least 4 or 5 days or over a week on many radios with stantard AA. I bought a new spare BL-5. Exaclty the same. These BL-5 batteries were for old Nokia 5230 moblie phones the capacity is puney.

[@toshnoviembre7863]

This radio is a battery eater. They don't last no more than a week.