tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post4321410884478981164..comments2024-02-05T06:43:04.039-05:00Comments on RADIO-TIMETRAVELLER: Tecsun PL-600 Review And SchematicsRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-40745976262909845222020-01-01T00:58:13.242-05:002020-01-01T00:58:13.242-05:00I bought a new Tecsun PL-600 a few days ago. The c...I bought a new Tecsun PL-600 a few days ago. The code to open the old airband doesn't work. Can anyone recommend?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01553821350362542170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-43931088484408930002020-01-01T00:55:33.077-05:002020-01-01T00:55:33.077-05:00Tecsun PL-600 The code to open the old airband d...Tecsun PL-600 The code to open the old airband doesn't work. Can anyone recommend?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01553821350362542170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-77327817358235178682019-09-06T16:10:34.518-04:002019-09-06T16:10:34.518-04:00Hi. Long press the Light Snooze buttonHi. Long press the Light Snooze buttonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15051219231695354371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-91101960072637990632019-09-06T16:05:11.837-04:002019-09-06T16:05:11.837-04:00Thank you for the information on Tecsun PL-600. I ...Thank you for the information on Tecsun PL-600. I would like to see if there is any code or trick to turn off the LCD light in order to save some battery? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07793287247181011586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-4447560672278217542018-07-25T21:22:30.163-04:002018-07-25T21:22:30.163-04:00Just ordered a PL-600..93% sold out and doubt if t...Just ordered a PL-600..93% sold out and doubt if they will be manufacturing more of them.devil#24https://www.blogger.com/profile/14911708395719330947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-56998803208191367002017-10-14T16:47:39.550-04:002017-10-14T16:47:39.550-04:00Udaya,
That's a tough one. Not sure where to...Udaya, <br /><br />That's a tough one. Not sure where to even start. You might be better to buy a new PL-600.<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-9458083294210500822017-10-14T07:54:43.124-04:002017-10-14T07:54:43.124-04:00My TECSUN PL-600 LCD is not working , and needs re...My TECSUN PL-600 LCD is not working , and needs replacement. How can I get that part? <br />Udaya<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13570860771329708394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-33622853867500831132017-08-16T14:26:46.103-04:002017-08-16T14:26:46.103-04:00Hi Buddy,
Thanks for checking in. The DC-06 is th...Hi Buddy,<br /><br />Thanks for checking in. The DC-06 is the correct wall unit charger. Mine is the same.<br /><br />The Eneloop batteries are NiMH, nickel metal hydride, which is what the PL-600 is set up to charge, so that's good. I will have to assume and hope that they have similar charging characteristics as the standard NiMH battery.<br /><br />You said you had the codes for the batteries set. I had a scan of the user manual this morning just to check, as I don't use rechargeable batteries myself. Be sure system code 28 is set in the radio, which indicates that rechargeable batteries are being used.<br /><br />From the manual:<br /><br />1. With the radio off, tap System Set.<br />2. Within 5 seconds, enter "28". The numbers will show in the upper right corner of the display.<br />3. Tap System Set again.<br /><br />That will set you up for rechargeable batteries.<br /><br />Use system code 29 for normal, non-rechargeable AA batteries.<br /><br />Perhaps you have done this already.<br /><br />If still problems, be sure your charger has some voltage indicated at the tip of the cord by checking with a voltmeter.<br /><br />Not sure what else to suggest. Check back if these don't work.<br /><br />Good luck,<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-85895760756210378242017-08-15T20:42:22.387-04:002017-08-15T20:42:22.387-04:00Hello sir,
I realize this post is kind of old but ...Hello sir,<br />I realize this post is kind of old but I have a question if you can help me. I bought this radio a couple years ago and haven't used it too much recently. Mine is black and came in the same box you show above. My problem is I cannot use it to charge the batteries at all. Mine didn't come with an user manual and the charger is labeled DC-06 PL-600, input: ~220V,50Hz,32mA output:6V,300mA. It is the Tecsun charger and I suppose it is the problem. I do have it set in the codes for the batteries I'm charging, (eneloop). <br />Could you help me figure out what's going on and maybe where I can get the proper charger if that is the problem. Thank you in advance. Studying for my technician ticket... Should test soon. Wish me luck.<br /><br />Buddy WhittingtonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04972106324580232535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-6201663237068753952015-07-20T08:40:42.574-04:002015-07-20T08:40:42.574-04:00Thank you for the info.
BillThank you for the info.<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-57979137566872561412015-07-19T14:40:09.802-04:002015-07-19T14:40:09.802-04:00s.o.s. alguem possui esquema completo do pl660 te...s.o.s. alguem possui esquema completo do pl660 tecsun..parte alimentacao e audio, agradeco.<br />albano163@hotmailcomAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09551919899751002657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-20488046459443507802015-03-03T16:03:28.438-05:002015-03-03T16:03:28.438-05:00hello..I Have PL600 and i have very happy whith it...hello..I Have PL600 and i have very happy whith it.very sensitive radio..sound is very clear!work with ka33 loop antenna...AMAZING!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02315260035532643503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-64276269763634276302014-10-28T09:57:27.966-04:002014-10-28T09:57:27.966-04:00Hi David,
Thanks for your comments. Glad the revi...Hi David,<br /><br />Thanks for your comments. Glad the review helped. Enjoy your new PL-600!<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-75109412966656627472014-10-26T22:33:24.034-04:002014-10-26T22:33:24.034-04:00Hello, I know this is a little old but I just want...Hello, I know this is a little old but I just wanted to say thanks. I've been looking at the Sangean ats909x. Although the look is cool I really haven't seen many reviews that were that positive, for the money. Same with the Tecsun 880. I use AM a lot and the SSB option is hard to find at the price of the 600. Like you, regarding the 660, I have plenty of Air Band capable scanners if that's what I want to hear. I need a cheap, functional portable to carry, not a $250 gold brick. Just wanted to say thanks for your work, mine is on the way.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08006928720260633817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-89188952940473685872014-04-19T03:50:31.205-04:002014-04-19T03:50:31.205-04:00Alfred & Randall,
Thanks you both for the com...Alfred & Randall,<br /><br />Thanks you both for the comments. Glad you liked the review. Overall, the PL-600 is a good rig.<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-4977377908971298112014-04-10T06:17:14.285-04:002014-04-10T06:17:14.285-04:00Hello and great review!
It helped make up my mind...Hello and great review!<br /><br />It helped make up my mind. I'd bought a Tecsun P-9012 and was really impressed, so if the PL-600 comes close to it, will be pleased.<br /><br />Going to purchase from Amazon for $75 instead of buying from China. I could save a few dollars yet possibly having to worry about duties/taxes.<br /><br />It's a big plus that it has LW and comes with rechargeable batteries & external antennae.RancerDShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08950136348537167421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-52425370607731572302014-02-28T07:18:46.569-05:002014-02-28T07:18:46.569-05:00Hi
just found your review. very interesting and i...Hi<br /><br />just found your review. very interesting and informative. I experienced the 600's image problems this week. I received V.O. Vietnam on 5045 Khz when it should have been 5955 Khz. I checked 5955 at it was there also. Scrubbing around in my brain for RF theory I worked out I was receiving V.O.V 910 Khz lower, and therefore the image.<br />But apart from that I find the 600 a wonderful receiver. I find it more sensitive than my FRG7 and of course with memories and dig. readout, much easier to use. <br />Regards Charlie, UKAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12777455063443063777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-15482100773076413552013-04-12T11:50:52.993-04:002013-04-12T11:50:52.993-04:00Hi Larry,
Basically I just gauge by ear. My PL-60...Hi Larry,<br /><br />Basically I just gauge by ear. My PL-600 and KA1103 are very close in sensitivity on the AM band, with the 1103 slightly winning out. I find the best way to do it is to compare weak stations which are audible and just above the noise level, and only during the middle of the day when there is no chance of nighttime skip.<br /><br />Glad you like the PL-600. I find it a great rig and underrated by most people.<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-33508504993292734232013-04-11T19:57:28.444-04:002013-04-11T19:57:28.444-04:00Dear Bill,
I'm just curious how you gauged th...Dear Bill,<br /><br />I'm just curious how you gauged that the KA-1103's sensitivty is slighly better than the PL-600's? I've always thought the complete opposite. (I didn't really do any actual lab tests or anything). My PL-600, I've had 2 now, receives so strongly that it scares me sometimes. In fact I know better than to attach an external wire to the PL-600. The KA-1103 NEEDS a wire (or a tower I should say...).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-29336643602993507292013-02-10T09:27:27.841-05:002013-02-10T09:27:27.841-05:00Hi Erik,
Glad you like the reviews, thank you.
I...Hi Erik,<br /><br />Glad you like the reviews, thank you.<br /><br />I would expect the PL-600 and Kaito 1103 to have a little better signal sensitivity than the ATS-505, though I don't have a '505 to verify that. Generally, the Kaito 1103 just edges out the PL-600 in sensitivity. The audio is better too on the 1103, as the PL-600 tends to be a bit harsh.<br /><br />I assume you just need the plain audio out of the headphone jack, and not demodulated audio from the BFO. The BFO in these portable units is definitely not the most stable or easy to use.<br /><br />That said, maybe you have a Ham-quality receiver you might use and reply on a portable for backup?<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-59411223075158677832013-02-09T15:37:44.329-05:002013-02-09T15:37:44.329-05:00Love your reviews.
I need to receive weather fax f...Love your reviews.<br />I need to receive weather fax for a sail across the Pacific from Mexico to Australia. Tested a sangean ats-505 in San Diego bay and could not get a descent signal even for my ear much less to decode into the audio feed to my laptop.<br />Your thoughts on PL-600, Kaito 1103 or 1102 to perform this job?<br />KI6UXFErikSmitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10082730765382493566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-43006259392930307242011-03-02T21:07:46.784-05:002011-03-02T21:07:46.784-05:00Hi Dan Random,
Never tried charging and listening...Hi Dan Random,<br /><br />Never tried charging and listening at the same time, though you should be able to. I don't see why not.<br /><br />BillRADIO-TIMETRAVELLERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05463280488316885706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-68653930530917401752011-03-01T18:37:02.505-05:002011-03-01T18:37:02.505-05:00Hi Bill,
Nice review. I know there is a new PL-66...Hi Bill,<br /><br />Nice review. I know there is a new PL-660 but I bought PL-600 anyway since it looks more well built. Also I read somewhere that you can't recharge the battery in the radio while listening to PL-600 at the same time, although my little experiment showed me otherwise. Do you know anything about that? Here's the video of it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HZlFuceRrE , maybe I'm mistaken, any idea?<br /><br />Dan RandomAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-80585625016976552912010-12-08T14:58:52.487-05:002010-12-08T14:58:52.487-05:00nelsonf05: notice there is a new Tecsun out there!...nelsonf05: notice there is a new Tecsun out there! PL-660. Just in case.El Gonzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01192490886319161285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4260200412608523752.post-12077060197657368772010-12-08T14:21:02.923-05:002010-12-08T14:21:02.923-05:00Congratulations on your excellent review of the Te...Congratulations on your excellent review of the Tecsun-PL600.<br />It helped me a lot to make up my decision in my next purchase. <br />Much, much better than whatever I have seen everywhere else(I refer to your review).Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17835700187945450803noreply@blogger.com