Degen 1103 EBAY website question
 

I am planning to purchase the Degen 1103
and I see two EBAY sellers have the radio.
The Shortwave Radio Store run by Brochhi
has the radio but I am wondering if it is the latest version of the Degen
1103 (on or after
September 28th)?? The site does not say.
V-COM Collections run by Liypn says his
Degen 1103 is the newest model. Anyone
know if Brochhi sells the newest version.
The older versions supposely are less relaible. Liypn's costs are about $13
or so extra but maybe worth it if it is the newest version versus the old
version.

"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
has the radio but I am wondering if it is the latest version of the Degen
1103 (on or after
September 28th)?? The site does not say.
V-COM Collections run by Liypn says his
Degen 1103 is the newest model. Anyone
know if Brochhi sells the newest version.
The older versions supposely are less relaible. Liypn's costs are about $13
or so extra but maybe worth it if it is the newest version versus the old
version.



Liypn sells the latest version and tests the radios before shipping.
Read the auction info again and you'll see this quote...
"We are selling the latest version of the DE1103 radio manufactured on or after September 28, 2004
with improvements on the shuttle control, SW/SSB sensitivity and audio quality."
Liypn tests the radios before shipping them.
You'll need a 220v step up transformer to use the 1103 with 110v mains in North America
(if that is where you are). If you have a couple of sets of 4 AAA rechargeables and a charger
you won't need mains at all.

"David" wrote in message
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I am planning to purchase the Degen 1103

That is your first mistake!

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"David" wrote in message
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I am planning to purchase the Degen 1103

That is your first mistake!



You've made your own objective decision about that because
you bought one and used it?

Check out this group

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/kaito-de1103/




"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
has the radio but I am wondering if it is the latest version of the Degen
1103 (on or after
September 28th)?? The site does not say.
V-COM Collections run by Liypn says his
Degen 1103 is the newest model. Anyone
know if Brochhi sells the newest version.
The older versions supposely are less relaible. Liypn's costs are about
$13
or so extra but maybe worth it if it is the newest version versus the old
version.

From the reviews I read the Degen 1103 is
a good radio for its price. Not unless all those reviews are wrong. Even
Passport to WB Radio gave it good marks.
"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
has the radio but I am wondering if it is the latest version of the Degen
1103 (on or after
September 28th)?? The site does not say.
V-COM Collections run by Liypn says his
Degen 1103 is the newest model. Anyone
know if Brochhi sells the newest version.
The older versions supposely are less relaible. Liypn's costs are about
$13
or so extra but maybe worth it if it is the newest version versus the old
version.

homepc wrote:

I live in Canada. Just wondering if anyone knows how much to
expect to pay Canada customs for an item like this.

15 percent and CAD$5.00 processing by Canada Customs
(National Revenue)
And whatever postage charge the vendor asks.
-\_,-~-\___...__._._._._._._._._._._._.
For real Dxing,
see]http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~vz6g-iwt/index.html

"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.

Dan Say wrote:
homepc wrote:


I live in Canada. Just wondering if anyone knows how much to
expect to pay Canada customs for an item like this.


15 percent and CAD$5.00 processing by Canada Customs
(National Revenue)
And whatever postage charge the vendor asks.
-\_,-~-\___...__._._._._._._._._._._._.
For real Dxing,
see]http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~vz6g-iwt/index.html

I'm in Canada and received two radios from Liypn on seperate occasions.
There wasn't ahy Custom charges. Was sent by Registered Mail and
marked NCV.

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

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"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.