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Tecsun PL-398MP - User Manual

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TECSUN TECSUN
TECSUN ELECTRONIC IND. LTD.
OPERATION MANUAL
PLL DSP FM stereo / SW / MW / LW
world receiver with MP3 play function
TECSUN ELECTRONIC IND. LTD.
Address: Rm 11, 13/F, Block A, Hoi Luen Ind. Ctr.,
55 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
E-mail: tecsun@on-nets.com
Website: www.tecsun.com.cn
MP
PL-398
PL-398
MP
2011.11 VER.1
3

Questions and Answers

  • M
    Michael ChenAug 13, 2025
    How to fix Tecsun Receiver not turning on?
    • R
      robertbutlerAug 13, 2025
      If your Tecsun Receiver is not turning on, the batteries might be the issue. Try replacing them with new ones. Also, make sure the batteries are installed correctly, paying attention to the '+' and '-' signs. If the power button is locked, press the [ ] button to unlock it.
  • D
    David JonesAug 17, 2025
    Why does my Tecsun Receiver auto turn off?
    • S
      sarah37Aug 17, 2025
      If your Tecsun Receiver turns off automatically while listening, it might be because the batteries are low. Try replacing them. Alternatively, the sleep timer may be activated. In this case, simply turn the radio on again.
  • M
    Melanie WalkerAug 20, 2025
    Why is AM reception poor on my Tecsun Receiver in the USA?
    • L
      Lisa ReynoldsAug 21, 2025
      If you are experiencing poor AM reception in the USA with your Tecsun Receiver, it might be due to the tuning step setting. Since the USA uses a 10kHz tuning step for AM, turn off the radio and repeatedly press and hold the [9/10kHz] button to select 10kHz.
  • J
    Jerry BrownAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Tecsun Receiver is malfunctioning?
    • J
      jonathan89Aug 25, 2025
      If your Tecsun Receiver is malfunctioning, it may be due to interference affecting the computer microchip. Try removing and reloading the battery. If the issue persists, contact your nearest dealer for customer service.
  • P
    Penny LindseyAug 28, 2025
    Why is my Tecsun Receiver not storing stations with ATS?
    • M
      Michael RosarioAug 28, 2025
      If your Tecsun Receiver isn't storing some stations using ATS, it could be because the frequency of those stations is too weak. Try searching for the station manually. Alternatively, there might be interference nearby; try lowering the antenna or moving to another location.
  • P
    Pamela EdwardsAug 31, 2025
    What to do if my Tecsun Receiver alarm makes noise?
    • E
      Erin ObrienAug 31, 2025
      If the Tecsun Receiver makes only noise when the alarm is activated, it could be due to several reasons. First, ensure you have properly preset your alarm station. Second, verify that there is a radio broadcast available at that station in your location. Finally, if you are in an area without a radio station for your preset frequency, consider setting the alarm by buzzer.
  • J
    Jason SolomonSep 4, 2025
    Why can my Tecsun Receiver only receive limited FM stations in Japan?
    • J
      Jeffrey NewmanSep 4, 2025
      If you can only receive limited FM stations in Japan on your Tecsun Receiver, it's likely because the FM frequency range is set incorrectly. The FM frequency for Japan is 76~90MHz. Turn the radio off and press and hold the [FM SET] button to select the correct FM frequency range.
  • A
    Amy HuberSep 8, 2025
    What to do if there is no sound connecting MP3 to my Tecsun Receiver?
    • K
      Kerri JohnsonSep 8, 2025
      If there is no sound when connecting to an external MP3 player with your Tecsun Receiver, make sure you have pressed the [POWER] button until the “ ” flashes on the display.

Summary

PL-398 MP Functional Block Diagram

CONTROL LOCATIONS

LCD DISPLAY

HOW TO TURN ON;OFF THE RADIO

HOW TO USE MP3

USING THE ANTENNA

TUNE INTO STATIONS

ETM (EASY TUNING MODE)

Explains the Easy Tuning Mode for automatic station scanning and storage.

MANUAL TUNING

AUTO BROWSE STATIONS

DIRECT KEYPAD ENTRY

Instructions for entering frequencies or memory addresses using the keypad.

WORKING WITH STATION MEMORIES

ATS (Auto Tuning Storage)

Details automatic storage of available stations for bands.

STORING STATON MANUALLY

SEMI-AUTO STORING STATIONS

Method for storing stations during auto-browsing.

LISTENING TO STORED STATIONS

MANUAL MEMORY TUNING

Step-by-step process to manually cycle through stored stations.

AUTO BROWSE MEMORY

Describes automatically scanning through saved memory stations.

DIRECT KEY IN MEMORY ADDRESS

Instructions to directly select a stored station by its number.

DELETE MEMORY

DELETE A SINGLE MEMORY MANUALLY

How to delete one specific saved station.

SEMI-AUTO DELETE MEMORY

Deleting stations while auto-browsing.

MANUAL DELETE ALL MEMORY WITHIN THE BAND

Erasing all stored stations for a selected band.

SLEEP FUNCTION

CLOCK SETTING

WORKING WITH ALARM

SETTING THE ALARM (BY BUZZER)

Guide to setting a basic alarm using the buzzer sound.

HOW TO SET THE ALARM (BY RADIO OR MP3)

Instructions for setting alarms using a radio station or MP3.

HOW TO ACTIVATE; DEACTIVATE THE ALARM

HOW TO TURN OFF WHEN ALARMING

SNOOZE FUNCTION

HOW TO CHANGE THE DISPLAY MODE

KEY-LOCK FUNCTION

WORKING WITH INTELLIGENT LIGHT

TEMPORARY ILLUMINATION

How to briefly activate the LCD backlight.

PERMANENT ILLUMINATION

How to set the LCD backlight to stay on continuously.

HOW TO TURN ON;OFF THE INTELLIGENT LIGHTING

Steps to enable or disable the automatic backlight function.

FM ST. (FM STEREO)

AM BW (BANDWIDTH)

SYSTEM SETTING

TEMPERATUE:

TURN ON;OFF THE LW:

TURN ON;OFF THE CHARGING FUNCTION & EXCHANGE THE BATTERY CONSUMPTION DISPLAY:

TURN ON;OFF THE Beep (B) SOUND:

INTELLIGENT CHARGING FUNCTION

HOW TO IMPROVE FM; SW RECEPTION

LINE-IN FUNCTION

IMPORTANT MATTERS FOR USING BATTERIES

TROUBLE SHOOTING

BEEPING (B) SOUND VIA FUNCTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Tecsun PL-398MP Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModesAM/FM/SW
FM Frequency Range87-108 MHz
Tuning Steps (FM)0.1 MHz
Tuning Steps (MW)9 kHz / 10 kHz
Tuning Steps (SW)5 kHz
SpeakerYes
DisplayLCD
MP3 PlayerYes
Headphone Jack3.5 mm
TypePortable Radio Receiver
Sensitivity (FM)3 uV
Sensitivity (AM)1 mV/m
Output Power500 mW
Power Supply3 x AA batteries or DC
Additional FeaturesAlarm Clock, Sleep Timer

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