i am new to this,so please excuse me if this question sounds stupid.is it possible to add a fm modual so fm singals can be received?.thanks in advance....
As stated in another message, it would be easier to get a scanner, or another radio to listen to FM etc. If you are interested in being able to listen to the...
SWLX is a freeware program for converting the ILGRadio database to the .GDB database format used on the HP100LX, HP200LX and HP700LX palmtop computers. SWLX...
I have a doubt in Tuning steps with Radio Shack DX-394. In recent Passport to World Band radio Book says that the receiver tunes in precise 10Hz steps. But...
Hi to all in the group just joined and would like to introduce myself.My name is TOM live in Scotland wrong side of 40 been a swl for about 20 years main...
... The fine tuning knob tunes in 50Hz steps, there is no 10Hz step tuning on the DX394. You need a more sophisticated Rx for synchronous detection, the DX394 ...
Hello all, As some may be aware, we have had some much needed rain here in Central Texas. In my area, it has been nice, unfortunately for those West of us, it...
Thanks Mike for the reply to my query about tuning and synchronous detection. Even the fine tuning knob tune in 50Hz steps the display shows only in 100Hz...
... display ... in ... Yes, the display only reads to 100Hz but the fine tuning knob tunes in 50Hz steps. The DX-394 is still a good all purpose general...
Hi, I just put a deposit on a dx 394 today. I always fancied one as they looked compact & the price I saw it at was great. Havent done much radio for a number...
only recently joined the group lurking in the background.looking for info on any mods that dont require soldering plug unplug type mods etc.also is there an...
Hi, A simple answer to your questions is "No." All mods, that I know about, except one require soldering. There are a number of small mods that help but don't...
thanks mike for the pointers is the am filter mod relatively easy ie no setting up req. after fitting what is the noise blanker mod entail? REGARDS TOM--- In...
Tom, Here's a couple of web sites that explain the mods very well: http://www.webdeals.net/dx394.htm http://www.mods.dk/ The hardest part of the Kiwa...
I saw a reference somewhere to the green wire mod and the purple wire mod for the DX394. Can someone please tell me what these mods do, and how to find the...
Hi, I joined the group a couple of weeks ago, as I had picked up a DX- 394 for a $100.Cdn while I was shopping at RS for connectors ,it was the display model...
Hello I bought one of those dsp 40 for $20 on clearence just for the fact that it can notch a single tone automatically. Also offers bandwith filters that are...
The purple wire mod is cake. Just unplug the block of wires containing the purple wire from the main board. Then bend over the pin on the mainboard that goes...
what is the purple wire for anyhow? I cut mine while tuning - instant cure, no obvious side affects I can tell. DJ M1DLG ... From: "Tandyn" <tandyn@...> ...
Has anyone got a copy of the 'circuit' schematic for the DX394 which they could email me or the group? Have checked the archive and although there are ...
hello to all,looking for instructions to carry out the purple wire mod what does it improve ? silenced the annoying beep function are there any more hidden key...
The purple-wire mod eliminates the muting that you get when fine tuning. It keeps the audio/speaker turned on the entire time you are tuning, instead of...
... tuning. ... sound ... an ... with ... so ... so ... qth ... FARNELLS ... I've had my DX-394 from new (it's about a year old) and there is no muting when...
it's better to not bend the pin- if you do this a couple of times testing it or whatever it will fall off, just cut the wire about 1/2 way up, if the mod ...
... qth ... FARNELLS ... Hi Tom If you want to eliminate the annoying beep tone, press and hold the clear button and press power to turn on. To restore the...
am I reading correctly?? one filter for both AM and SSB (just by swapping 2 of them and removing R1?) does this mean I'd have tighter SSB and AM on all bands...
Hello All, I have read that making this mod, switching IF filters, means NO IF filters on SSB or CW! It would make AM better but make your radio practically...
... Some older cb have 2.5 khz murata ceramic filters in them that might be suitable to replace the am filter. Around here cb's are often very cheap at garage...
