Interesting radio. Reminds me of a Sony 7700 with that display, but
this one appears to have full coverage. I've got several questions.

Can it be run on mains power without having the rechargeable batteries
inserted?
Does it use an outboard power converter (wall wart)? If so, wouldn't
a 110v supply work with the right pin connector?

Radiointel website review was complimentary in many areas, but found
fault with ergonomic issues. Specifically:

The volume control can't be accessed directly...one has to push the
volume button and wait for the tuning knob to change functions! Then
to tune the process has to be reversed.

One can't tune to an out of band frequency (7501) without using the
keypad. If that is true then how does one tune to 7502, 7503, etc.
Hopefully not direct entry.

The analog dial moves in large jumps. Not a big deal, but given that
the analog display occupies so much space it should be accurate.

Have the ergonomic issues been addressed? If not are they a big deal
in use? Obvious questions I'm sure, but this radio is completely new
to me and interesting at current prices.

TIA - John

(Kenneth) wrote in message . com...
"David" wrote in message news:sCrpd.6791$hJ6.5294@trndny01...
I am planning to purchase the Degen 1103
and I see two EBAY sellers have the radio.
The Shortwave Radio Store run by Brochhi
the latest version of the Degen
Liypn [100% good feedbacks and fast shipping service[8 days]have the
newest model.My unit cost $64.00[including shipping].Came with an AC
adapter, earbuds, carrying sack, long wire antenna with connector and
4 NiMHs batteries.Its an amazing radio.Include nice selection of
filters 4khz=narrow/6khz=wide.Sound quality is very good.Inpressive
sensitivity/selectivity in SW and FM bands.I tested vs my CCradio
Plus in MW, both are very similar[in sensitivity] but with less hiss
in the Degen.Very good performance in SSB.No drift.