Upon receiving a strong radio signal, push the [DX / LOCAL] switch to “ ”
position; when receiving a weak signal, push the switch to the “DX” position.
LOCAL
“ ” whip antenna to improve reception:
Connect the Tecsun “ ” (can be purchased separately) to the
telescopic antenna of the S-8800. Fix the opposite end at a high location outside the
building, then push the [INT ANT. / EXT ANT.] antenna switch to “INT ANT.” position.
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Using an external antenna:
In order to improve short wave reception,
an external antenna can be connected to
either the high impedance or low
impedance external antenna socket
on the back of the S-8800. When using
the external antenna, push the [INT ANT.
/ EXT ANT.] switch to “EXT ANT.” position.
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2. Antenna for Short Wave
For receiving short wave signals, you can either use the telescopic antenna or an
external antenna. When using the telescopic antenna, push the [INT ANT./EXT ANT.]
switch to “INT ANT.” position. When using an antenna connected to the external
antenna socket, push the switch to “EXT ANT.” position.
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