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Tecsun PL-380 User Manual

Tecsun PL-380
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TECSUN TECSUN
TECSUN RADIO CO., LTD.
OPERATION MANUAL
PL-380
FM stereo / SW / MW / LW DSP RECEIVER
TECSUN RADIO CO., LTD.
FACTORY: 189 GuanChang Road, DongCheng District,
DongGuan, GuangDong, P.R.China
E-mail: tecsun@on-nets.com
Website: www.tecsun.com.cn
www.tecsun.b2s.com
TECSUN
FM/SW/MW/LW DSP RECEIVER
PL-380
SLEEP

Questions and Answers:

Tecsun PL-380 Specifications

Frequency Range IconFrequency Range
FM frequency range87~108 MHz
Russia FM frequency range64~108 MHz
Japan FM frequency range76~108 MHz
Eu, USA FM frequency range87.5~108 MHz
MW frequency range522~1620 kHz
USA MW frequency range520~1710 kHz
LW frequency range153~513 kHz
SW frequency range2300~21950 kHz
Sensitivity IconSensitivity
FM sensitivityLess than 3μV
MW sensitivityLess than 1mV/m
LW sensitivityLess than 10mV/m
SW sensitivityLess than 20μV
Selectivity IconSelectivity
FM selectivity>60 dB
MW selectivity>60 dB
LW selectivity>60 dB
Power IconPower
Output power350 mW
Battery typeUM3 or AA X 3
USB power5V DC
Audio IconAudio
Speaker specificationφ50mm, 500mW/16 Ohm
Earphone jack specificationφ3.5mm, 8~32 Ohm, Stereo type
FM Stereo crosstalkLess than 35 dB
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
DimensionsApprox. 135(W) X 86(H) X 26(D) mm
Weight200g (Batteries not included)
Memory550

Summary

PL-380 Functional Block Diagram

Control Locations Overview

LCD Display Indicators

Quick Start Guide

Time Setting

Instructions for setting the current time on the radio.

Alarm Setting

Steps to configure the alarm function, including duration and sound type.

Listen to the Radio

Guide on how to turn on the radio, select bands, and tune stations.

ETM (Easy Tuning Mode)

How to Use ETM

Step-by-step guide to activating and utilizing the ETM feature.

Storing Frequencies into Memory

Instructions on how to save favorite stations into the radio's memory.

Listen to Stations in the Memory

How to recall and play stored radio stations from memory.

Delete Memory

Steps to remove stored stations from the radio's memory.

Auto Tuning Methods

Auto Browse Station

How to automatically scan through available radio frequencies and listen briefly.

Auto Browse Memory

How to automatically scan through stored radio stations in memory.

Powering the Radio On and Off

Tuning into Radio Stations

Method 1: ETM (Easy Tuning Mode)

Detailed steps for using the Easy Tuning Mode to scan and store stations.

Manual and Auto Station Tuning

Method 2: Manual Tuning

Instructions for manually tuning to desired radio frequencies using the tuning knob.

Method 3: Auto Browse Station

How to automatically scan through stations, pausing at each for a short duration.

Memory and Direct Frequency Tuning

Method 4: Auto Browse Memory

Procedure for automatically scanning through stored memory stations.

Method 5: Direct Key-in Frequency

How to enter a specific radio frequency using the numeric keypad.

Working with Memory Storage

Method 1: ATS - Auto Tuning Storage

Steps to automatically scan and store stations into memory using ATS.

Manual Storage and Deleting Memories

Method 2: Manually Storing Station

Guide to manually saving a selected radio station into a memory slot.

Method 3: Semi-Auto Storing Station

How to automatically tune and store stations into the next available memory.

Delete Memory

Procedures for deleting individual or all stored radio stations.

Advanced Memory Management and Sleep Timer

Method 2: Semi Auto-Delete Memory

How to semi-automatically delete unwanted stations from memory.

Method 3: Delete All Memory

Steps to erase all stored radio stations from memory.

Sleep Function

How to set the radio to automatically turn off after a specified period.

Clock and Alarm Settings

Setting the Clock

Guide for setting the current time on the radio.

Setting the Alarm Time

Steps to set the alarm hour, minute, and duration.

Preset Alarm Station

How to store a specific radio station to be used as the alarm sound.

Additional Functions and Controls

Snooze / Light Function

How to use the snooze feature and control the LCD backlight.

Turn Off the Alarm

Procedure for silencing an active alarm.

Display Mode

How to cycle through different information displayed on the screen.

Key Lock Function

How to lock and unlock the radio's buttons to prevent accidental changes.

FM Stereo and AM Bandwidth Settings

FM ST. (FM Stereo) Button

How to enable stereo reception for FM broadcasts when using earphones.

AM BW (Bandwidth) Button

How to select different AM IF bandwidths to reduce interference or improve fidelity.

System Settings and Configuration

Frequency Range Setting for FM

How to select the appropriate FM frequency range for your region.

Changing the Clock Format

How to switch between 12-hour and 24-hour clock displays.

MW(AM) Step Setting

How to adjust the tuning step for MW/AM bands and view temperature units.

LW On/Off Setting

How to enable or disable the Long Wave (LW) band.

Advanced Sound, Lighting, and Charging Features

Turn Off the 'Bi' Sound

How to disable the audible feedback ('Bi' sound) for certain operations.

Turn On / Off Intelligent Lighting Function

How to manage the automatic backlight activation and deactivation.

Turn ON/OFF Charging Function & Exchange Battery Consumption Display

How to activate/deactivate charging and switch battery display modes.

Using an External Antenna

Intelligent Charging Function

Important Battery Usage Precautions

Troubleshooting Common Issues

"Bi" Sound and Function Summary

Technical Specifications

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