Eton S350 Deluxe DLB AM/FM Shortwave Radio (Black)
by Eton
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Manufacturer: EtonModel: S350 Deluxe
Color: Black
Product features:
- FM-Stereo; AM; Shortwave (3000-28000 KHz)
- Clock With Selectable 12/24 Hr. Format And Adjustable Sleep Timer
- Set Clock And Alarm While Radio Plays
- Main Tuning Knob And Independent Fine-Tuning Control
- Power Source: 4 D Or AA Cells (not included) Or AC Adapter (included)
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Summary: 4 Stars
Eton S350 Deluxe DLB AM/FM Shortwave Radio (Black)
I Have both the older S-350, and now the S-350DL The 350DL is definatly an improvment over the 350, but not by much.
The RF gain actually works from low to high in a linear way not like a switch, that's a big help. The tuning lock is an improvment, but takes some getting used to. As you dial across the band, particularly on shortwave the Khz symbol will flash, indicating you are not locked on to the frequency. If you slow down to much, it will lock on and the Khz stops flashing. Great except if you are off a little or desire to tune one or two Khz off frequency you must move the dial about 5 Khz off to break the lock then retun quickly to your desired frequency without allowing it to lock when you dont want it to. Once you learn to work with it it's not really as difficult as it sounds.
The larger speaker may be better but I can't really tell both radios sound great, nice easy listening. The 350DL has a nice backlight (blue) that makes the LED's visable and clear even to my age challenged eyes.
Reception is great on AM, FM, amd shortwave, this radio is sensitive. Yes you can overload it, but you can always shorten the antenna a little to compensate. Turning the radio does help with AM reception but that is normal with a ferrite bar antennas, and this radio has a big one. All such antennas recieve directionaly and null to the sides.
Cheap plastic box? Well all radios these days, just about, are plastic, and I find the Tecsun produced (Grundig) no better and no worse. Chinese ? Well most all radios are now produced in China, Grundig went bankrupt about a year ago and what is left is owned by a Turkish company. So this has left Eton who owns the Grundig name in North America to carry on. If people think the Tecsun radios produced in China are poorly enginered then consider the history of this company's start up. Under the Supervision of German engineers and closely monitored in production and manufacturing equipment, they have become a world leader in shortwave. They started life as a company called German Fresh, I know, wierd name but you get the connection.
Bottom line, nice radio there are better but they cost two to three times more and you may get 25% better performance. As a Ham Operator let me say the antenna is maybe as important as the reciever. Get an outside wire. Oh if someone has a 350 I would not rush out to upgrade to the DL unless it's important to you, both are good radios to listen to.
Sorry for any typos but thats me.
73's (Ham Talk)
Summary of Eton S350 Deluxe DLB AM/FM Shortwave Radio (Black)
The S350 Deluxe blends the best of yesterday and today. With the look of a retro field radio sporting a rugged body and military-style controls ? the S350 Deluxe also features today's innovation for excellent AM/FM and Shortwave reception and a large, full-range speaker for clear sound. The external antenna input is ideal for enthusiasts. And features such as line-level output, separate bass, treble, and RF gain control, wide and narrow bandwidth filter controls, put you in the command seat for tuning in to local and international news, music and sports.Get the best of both worlds: A modern and high-performance field radio combined with classic styling, rugged construction, and military-style controls. The Et?n S350DLB Deluxe AM/FM Shortwave Radio also features highly sensitive and selective analog tuner circuitry that ensures reliable, accurate tuning across the AM, FM, and shortwave bands. Other features include a large, full-range speaker for clear sound; a line-level output; separate bass, treble, and RF gain controls; and wide and narrow bandwidth filter controls. All this and more is contained in a case that's only 10.5 inches wide and weighs under 4 pounds. It's a great way to tune in to local and international news, music, and sports wherever you roam.
Design and Controls
One look at the S350DLB Deluxe and you'll think you've stepped back in time. However, the classic design conceals technology that's anything but retro. The large, integrated speaker offers full-range sound while the digital frequency readout displays accurate frequency stepping for all three bands. The bright LCD screen also displays clock and alarm info. Precise tuning is handled by a large tuning knob and a concentric, independent fine-tuning control knob. You also get variable RF gain control, a rotary volume control, independent bass and treble control, and a low-pass filter for shortwave and AM reception. Controls for clock and alarm functions are arrayed above the LCD display. A built-in telescopic antenna handles FM and shortwave reception, and there's a built-in ferrite bar antenna for AM.
Tuning and Bands
On the AM band, you'll get tuning between 530 and 1710 KHz, while FM tuning is available from 88 to 108 MHz. When tuning in shortwave, the S350DLB Deluxe offers continuous coverage from 3 to 28 MHz. This includes 13 international broadcast bands: 11, 13, 15, 16, 19, 22, 25, 31, 41, 49, 60, 75 and 90 meters. As mentioned, the S350DLB Deluxe is built with high-quality tuner circuitry that maximizes accuracy, while offering an AM/shortwave frequency lock system.
Connections and Power
The S350DLB Deluxe is equipped with a number of connectivity features, including a stereo line-level output and jacks for supplementary AM, FM and shortwave antennas -- great for boosting reception when you need it. A stereo headphone jack makes it easy to listen to the radio in full stereo without disturbing others. The unit can be powered with the included AC adapter, or via four "D" or four "AA" batteries.
Extras
The S350DLB Deluxe also allows you to set the radio's clock and alarm while the radio is still playing. A sleep timer will shut the radio off after a set interval, and last but not least, a convenient, strap-style carry handle makes it easy to take the S350DLB Deluxe along for any jaunt.
What's in the Box
S350DLB Deluxe radio, AC adapter, and user's manual.
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