Sony 7600 GR Radios
cuh...@webtv.net
they are? How are they on Shortwave and AM/MW dxing? I have read a few
reports online about them and I would like to hear from some people
about them in this news group.
cuhulin
Joe Analssandrini
I own two Sony ICF-SW7600G models (purchased in 1998 and 2000) and
three ICF-SW7600GR models (one purchased in 2001 and the other two
purchased in 2002). I also own five AN-LP1 antennas which I use with
these. I have them in several rooms in my house and I take one of the G
models and its AN-LP1 when I travel.
All my other portable SW receivers have been "retired." I use only
these Sony's as portable SW receivers.
The GR model has a few more features than the G model, and they are all
worthwhile, but the performance is identical.
I use NiMH rechargeable batteries (several 1800 mAh sets and one 2100
mAh set) in all of the radios (4 AA batteries) and antennas (2 AA
batteries) and these work fine. I do not bother with an AC adapter.
The radios are certainly not the equal of my Grundig Satellit 800 (AOR
WL500 window loop antenna) or my AOR AR7030 Plus (Wellbrook ALA 330S
antenna), but, in their category, I think they are tops. Their
performance satisfies me (you can see that I have pretty high
standards) and they are very ruggedly built.
If you know what you're doing, you'll pick up many, many countries and
the reception quality will be as good as you can get with a portable
this size. The Sony ICF-SW7600GR features a synchronous detection
circuit which works quite well, though, of course, not as well as those
on better (and much more expensive) field portables, portatops, and
tabletops. Only one other small portable SW radio features a
synchronous detection circuit - the Sony ICF-SW07 and, though its price
includes an AN-LP2 antenna (which tunes automatically instead of
manually as does the AN-LP1), it is far more costly than the
'7600GR/AN-LP1 combination and, at least according to PASSPORT, works
no better (I do not own an ICF-SW07). And don't let anyone kid you -
the synchronous detection circuit makes a huge difference in the
quality of the signal received on SW and MW, especially at dawn, at
dusk, and at night (and, in my opinion, anyone who says it doesn't
either is not using it properly or frankly just does not know what he's
doing at all). Personally, I will never buy any SW radio that doesn't
have this circuit unless someone comes up with something better!
I have never had even the slightest problem with any of my Sony's and I
would recommend the radio to you. I would also suggest that, if
possible, you buy the AN-LP1 antenna as it makes a major difference in
the quality of reception.
You can buy the radio for about $130.00 and the antenna for no more
than $90.00, both new, from reputable companies.
It's not the cheapest, but I think it's the best.
Joe
junius
I have two ICF-SW7600G radios. Basically the same as the 'GR, except
fewer memories and without the 'GR's variable level attenuator. I
would say that the 7600GR is the best you're likely to find in the
compact portable class. And the sync detector often does make a
significant difference in the quality of reception.
Indeed, as Joe has mentioned, these radios are built quite well. While
I don't have a 'GR, I've had a few models from this series, and they
have seemed to have gotten successively better.
I've got one of the 'SW07s, too, and rarely would I say that reception
is better on the 'SW07 than on the 'SW7600G.
The 'SW7600GR is an excellent choice, if you're looking for a nice,
compact, well-made SW portable. It's easy to 'tote' as well, and
there's nothin' derogatory in my use of the word: this radio is great
for travel. It might cost a bit more than these radios comin' outta
Guangdong; but overall, it's worth the price. The AN-LP1 is a nice
addition, but you'll find performance to be quite exceptional using one
of those $12.95 Sangean ANT-60 Roll-up antennae or even simply using
the radio's own whip.
Junius
Michael
<cuh...@webtv.net> wrote in message
news:28497-439...@storefull-3257.bay.webtv.net...
I have a 7600GR. I also had the 7600G. The GR has a few more features,
but the practical performance is identical. I also have a KA-1101, KA1102,
PL-550. I also owned a YB-400 for a few years. Of all those well known
portables, I would take the 7600gr hands down. The PL-550 has better audio
quality and so does the YB-400, but the 7600GR is the best of all of them
for serious sw listening. The build quality is solid, the audio quality is
good and the user features are excellent. The sensitivity and selectivivity
are outstanding for a portable. It works well in SSB mode. One of my
favorite features of the 7600GR is the ssb selectable am synch. It can work
wonders for cutting out hets and other types of interference. I really
value the radio for that. Of all the portables I have used, it is also the
one that is the most responsible to use with a substantial external antenna.
I hardly bother with my other portables.
Michael
cuh...@webtv.net
that Sony isn't making the Sony 7600 GR radios anymore I checked
www.jr.com website and they list them at $149.88 each plus about
$5.95 shipping & handling charges.I was wondering if another reliable
company has them for sale at a less price? I won't be toting the radio
anywhere though,it will sit on an end table by my couch.Which store or
stores sell the AN-LP1 antennas? I own a Panasonic RF-2600 radio which I
bought brand new about thirty years ago.Are the Sony 7600 GR radios
suppose to be better for dxing?
cuhulin
junius
> bought brand new about thirty years ago.Are the Sony 7600 GR radios
> suppose to be better for dxing?
> cuhulin
Hi Cuhulin,
I, too, have a Panasonic RF-2600 which I like quite a bit for its
pleasant audio. I think for dxing on the SW bands, you'll prefer the
selectivity of the '7600GR. For tuning in to a loud, clear broadcast,
though, you might well prefer the '2600 for the nice audio quality.
Junius
cuh...@webtv.net
going to phone jr.com about that.
cuhulin
RHF
Yes - The Sony ICF-SW7600GR 'portable' AM/FM Shortwave Radios are still
being made... for now
The Sony ICF-SW7600GR is still listed on the Sony Style .Com
webpages. => http://www.sonystyle.com/
Note - The first thing that Sony does before they Officially
"Announce" that a Radio is being Dropped is to Drop it from
their WebPages - Like in : Oops It's Gone !
CURRENT - Sony "World Band" Radios
'portable' AM/FM Shortwave Receivers {and More...}
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_BrowseCatalog-Start?CategoryName=pa_Radio_WorldBandRadio&Dept=audio
Sony ICF-SW7600GR = FM Stereo Multi-Band World Band
Receiver™ Radio Features :
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start?CategoryName=pa_Radio_WorldBandRadio&ProductSKU=ICFSW7600GR&TabName=feature&var2=
Sony presents the Sony ICF-SW7600GR FM Stereo Multi-Band
World Band Receiver™ Radio. Features provide accurate
reception with stereo FM capability over a wide range of frequencies.
AM(LW/MW/SW)/FM Stereo Reception
10 Key Direct Access™ Tuning
Short Wave Guide Book
Hold Button
World Time Clock/Dual Clock
World Band Listening Made Simple
Sony presents the Sony ICF-SW7600GR FM Stereo Multi-Band World Band
Receiver™ Radio. Features include an AM (LW/MW/SW)/FM Stereo, which
provides accurate reception with stereo FM capability over a wide range
of frequencies, 10 Key Direct Access™ Tuning, which lets you capture
distant stations directly, and an LCD Display providing digital
frequency read-out of the selected station. Use the 100 Station Memory
Presets to save up to 100 stations in memory. Sony -- making listening
easy.
· AM(LW/MW/SW)/FM Stereo Reception
· 10 Key Direct Access™ Tuning
· Short Wave Guide Book
· PLL Quartz Frequency Synthesized Tuning
· Hold Button
· Compact Antenna
· Synchronous Detection Circuitry
· Auto Scan Tuning/Memory Scan
· SSB Reception
· 1KHz Step Tuning
· 100 Station Memory Presets
· World Time Clock/Dual Clock
Sony ICF-SW7600GR Radio / Receiver Specifications :
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start?CategoryName=pa_Radio_WorldBandRadio&ProductSKU=ICFSW7600GR&TabName=specs&var2=
Worldwide AC Power Adaptor # AC-E60A for the
Sony ICF-SW7600GR Radio / Receiver
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayMoreInfoAccessories-Start?ProductSKU=ACE60A
SONY ICF-SW7600GR RADIO GROUPS :
Here is a Link to the Sony ICF-SW7600GR eGroup on YAHOO !
GoTo => http://groups.yahoo.com/group/7600group/
GoTo => http://groups.yahoo.com/group/7600GR/
READ - Sony ICF-SW7600 / Sony ICF-SW7600G /
Sony ICF-SW7600GR AM/FM Shortwave Radio Information & Links
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/ea86e2c6735c3459
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/ee9eab932f60c76c
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/57bf2ffc5965c2fe
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/f5acbe683366a500
READ - Using the Sony ICF-SW7600GR Radio with the Sony AN-LP1 Active
Shortwave Loop Antenna
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/fb71f5107eef0b02
READ - Setting-Up the Sony ICF-SW7600GR with the Select-A-Tenna on a
Lazy Susan for AM/MW DXing
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/e4d078c37631cae7
READ - Two Things that most 'portable' AM/FM Shortwave Radios Could Use
for "Improved" Shortwave Radio Listening (SWL)
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/423b6d9bcdb872a8
READ - Using the "Portable Wire Antenna" (PWA) with your 'portable'
AM/FM Shortwave Radio
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/a789c8fd6fcb38f2
Note - Usually a 'shorter' 30-35 Foot long Random Wire Antenna works
better with most 'portable' AM/FM Shortwave Radios
READ - Sony ICF-SW7600GR External Antenna Input Jack
http://groups.google.com/group/rec.radio.shortwave/msg/2bac24735bdffee3
hope this helps - sony no boloney ~ RHF
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sony icf sw 7600 / sony icf sw 7600 g / sony icf sw 7600 gr
sony icf-sw-7600 / sony icf-sw-7600-g / sony icf-sw-7600-gr
sony icf-sw7600 / sony icf-sw7600g / sony icf-sw7600gr
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cuh...@webtv.net
they are still being manufactured.I hope they sell many,many more of the
radios.
cuhulin
SeeingEyeDog
<cuh...@webtv.net> wrote
> Mine should be here in a few days
You made an excellent choice in portables. Later, when you have some spare
change, don't hesitate to buy the AN-LP1 portable loop antenna. It beats a
20 foot roll-up wire every time.
Also keep in mind, it actually has 102 memories. Memory "A" and "B" is used
for the timer but can be loaded with your two most popular frequencies and
pressed at any time.
Also, LongWave band is very sensitive and beacons are very hot on this lil
portable.
Joe Analssandrini
AES < http://www.aesham.com/ > sells the AN-LP1 and they have it in
stock more reliably than most other dealers. (You'll have to telephone
them toll-free as they are forbidden by Sony to sell the antenna on the
web.) It will make a great difference in reception quality with the
ICF-7600GR.
Do NOT - repeat NOT - buy Sony's AC Adapter. It does not have a
transformer but is, rather, a switching-type adapter and, according to
PASSPORT, is marked "Not to be Used with Radios"!
If you buy two sets of rechargeable batteries and a charger in which
you can leave the batteries untill needed (one that automatically
switches over to a trickle-charge) you will not need an AC Adapter at
all. If you MUST have one, buy the one sold by Universal Radio <
http://www.universal-radio.com/ > (just check under the Sony
ICF-SW7600GR listing). Frankly, ANY AC Adapter can introduce noise into
a radio (unless very well designed) and, since this radio is so
efficient on batteries, why not just use them? They're all I use with
mine!
Congratulations on your purchase and I hope you are as pleased with the
radio as I am.
Best,
Joe
leansto...@democrat.com
expect to park it on a frequency and wait for the signals to appear.
This is because the step size isn't fine enough (at least on the older
model that uses the clarifier) to be on target. If you tune to a
frequency and hear some audio, then you can use the clarifier to tune
it in. The clarifier is like an analog tuning dial that is used in
addition to the digital dial. An example where you might want to dial
in a radio and wait for traffic is mil air, specifically the GHFCS (or
whatever Rummy renamed it).
Other than sideband, I've used mine quite a bit while travelling and as
a portable radio. [It's beat up to the point where the hotel maid
probably wouldn't swipe it.] I often use it in hotel rooms while on the
road, mostly for AM broadcast, since whatever the hotel supplies for a
radio is junk.
The sync will growl and needs a reasonably strong signal to lock.
Again, this is on the older model, not the GR. Given the price, the
performance is great.
cuh...@webtv.net
rechargable batteries only with the radio.I have two Ray O Vac quick
chargers and the proper Ray O Vac rechargable batteries for the
recharger.
cuhulin