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Sangean ATS-818CS
| General Coverage Portable Communications Receiver |
Rating (1-5): HHHH (4) |
| Made In: Taiwan 1993-2000 |
Voltages: 120 VAC 6 VDC |
| Coverage: 150-30000 kHz + FMS |
Readout: Digital LCD 1. |
| Modes: AM/SSB |
Selectivity: Two position |
| Circuit: Double Conversion |
Physical: 11.25x7x2.5" 5 Lbs. |
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Features: Mini Head. Jack, S/Batt. Indicator, Tone, Keypad, Clock-Timer,
45 Memories, Dial Lamp, Sleep, RF Gain, Lock, Carry Handle,
BFO, Auto-Stop Mono Cassette Recorder, Mic, Up-Dn Tuning. |
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| New Price: $199-299 |
Used Price:$90-100 |
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Comments: Also operates from four C cells and three AA cells. The Realistic
DX-392 is similar. The model ATS-818 (new $140-$200, used $80-$90) does not
feature the built-in cassette recorder. The Realistic DX-390 is similar. |
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Sangean ATS-909
| General Coverage Portable Communications Receiver |
Rating (1-5): HHHHH (5) |
| Made In: Taiwan 1997-2001 |
Voltages: 120 VAC 6 VDC |
| Coverage: 153-30000 kHz + FMS |
Readout: Digital LCD 1. |
| Modes: AM/LSB/USB |
Selectivity: Two Position |
| Circuit: Double Conversion |
Physical: 8.5x5.5x1.5" 2 Lbs. |
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Features: Mini Head. Jack, S/Battery Indicator, Tone Switch, Keypad,
306 Alpha-Memories, Wide-Narrow, Sleep, RF Gain, Lock, RDS,
Three Event Clock-Timer, Sweep, Record Output, Dial Lamp,
Lamp Switch, 9/10 kHz MW Step, Up-Dn Tuning, Manual Tuning. |
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| New Price: $249-299 |
Used Price:$140-150 |
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Comments: Operates from four AA cells. 260 of the 306 memories are
available for shortwave. Supplied with carry case, windup antenna, stereo
earphones and AC adapter. Tuning steps down to 40 Hz. Very good SSB
performance for a portable. This feature-rich radio is Sangean's flagship
model. The Realistic DX-398 is similar. |
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