I am local Singaporean and also brought this radio. wow , impressive mod. At 31:56 u received thai/vietnam and China radio station not Singaporean Chinese radio station. nice work!
Hello fellow Singaporean! Thanks for your comment. Well the mod works well with a mag loop antenna. I hope I can release a video that shows how to make one soon!
Please just do a vid on the antenna mod I got confused half way through when you started to look at the amp, it looks like a great way of improving reception, keep up the good work thanks😊
Hello, thanks for the comment. Good point, and I am working on a video for the mag loop antenna. Yes it makes an amazing difference if you live in a built-up area. Should be about a week until release. All the best
Thanks for the update in this informative video. I have the ZhiWhis A320 which I managed to knock off my outdoor table. This in turn loosened that weight which cut the MW antenna wires. This makes your video so helpful…the knob on mine has become stiff so hard to turn that I have taken to using the step buttons before the weight loosening fall. I have a problem with sand here in Tucson, Arizona. I still have SW m VHF and FM but I have to keep the volume down less the weight starts vibrating with the speaker. MW is now useless so it good to see how to take it apart. I plan to use your external antenna solution as I have an extra MLA 30+ Magnetic loop antenna. Just going to order the extra parts now. Thanks! 73!
Very glad you found that useful 😊. I am surprised the metal block came loose, it was very difficult for me to remove due to all the glue. Good luck with the mod, should be great with a MLA 30+. Would be interesting to know how you get on. 73.
You've solved some of the basic problems. Thanks for sharing this! Mechanical durability and switch choice is definitely an issue in modern radios. The rubberized coating and knobs are a failure point, as well as the antennas that break almost immediately. If this radio had wider shortwave coverage, ssb, a bfo, switchable bandwidth from 500 kHz through 10 kHz that stepped in 500 Hz increments and external antenna jacks, it would be the perfect travel radio. I hope the company considers making an improved model.
Thanks your your comment. Totally agree, with just a little more effort it could have been a great travel radio. But for the price I still think it is great.
@@ElectroBananasYTIt is on a short list of purchases. I will cover the white light port with a deep red filter, probably stick a strong magnet on the base and put it on a steel base so it doesn't get knocked over as easily at night.
Thanks for your comment Mike. For hobbyists or those interested in exploring a wide range of frequencies and modes without a large investment, SDR dongles offer a great entry point. With the right setup and possibly some external filters or preamplifiers, they can perform remarkably well. On the other hand, this radio works straight out of the Box, has a remarkably powerful and great sounding audio stage and is also really fun to use. Ultimately, the choice between an SDR dongle and a dedicated radio should be based on your specific needs, budget, and interest level in either tinkering with software and hardware or having a ready-to-use solution.
Smart solution with the knob fix! - i like innovative minds! - your nice cat thought:"i´ll just sit in the middle of the loop, then he cant ignore me"! 73 Levi
Excellent work, indeed. Many thanks for the detailed explanations. Oh, and I don't have a dodgy knob, yet....haha... ;-) PS...i can't find your DIY mag-loop antenna video....did you make it yet, or am i missing it? Thanks.
Thanks for the compliment and glad to hear that you are not having the same kind of knob issues! The antenna video is in the queue. Will release it as soon as I can!! Thanks for watching 😊
Knob ! Good solution but I think cutting an IF trimming tool could be an option.. It is a shame that manufactures forget the interface to the 300 lb gorilla as AVE would say. Spending a little more time and money on a quality knob makes for a more satisfying experience. Cracked screen, looks like that is Polystyrene , the Fluke would be Polycarbonate which is more expensive but resistant to impact.
Hello sir. Luv the vid. A great idea. I currently own 130 receivers but use the rf 320 often.No problem with the encoder so far.thanks RON Z. WA3090SWL.
Thanks for your comment Mike. For hobbyists or those interested in exploring a wide range of frequencies and modes without a large investment, SDR dongles offer a great entry point. With the right setup and possibly some external filters or preamplifiers, they can perform remarkably well. On the other hand, this radio works straight out of the Box, has a remarkably powerful and great sounding audio stage and is also really fun to use. Ultimately, the choice between an SDR dongle and a dedicated radio should be based on your specific needs, budget, and interest level in either tinkering with software and hardware or having a ready-to-use solution.
I can confirm this. I originally had the Retekess and it has a fixed flat Lithium Polymer battery soldered to the board. The rear battery cover still exists and they even give you a screwdriver to remove it! But the battery is wired in permanently. I now have the Raddy RF320, exactly the same radio except it has yellow orange backlights on the display and dial, case colour is slightly different and it has a replaceable 18650 battery. Oh and the Raddy came with a case and an external short wire antenna to clip on, which the Retekess didn't!
I am local Singaporean and also brought this radio. wow , impressive mod. At 31:56 u received thai/vietnam and China radio station not Singaporean Chinese radio station. nice work!
Hello fellow Singaporean! Thanks for your comment. Well the mod works well with a mag loop antenna. I hope I can release a video that shows how to make one soon!
@@ElectroBananasYT I'm looking forward soon.
Please just do a vid on the antenna mod I got confused half way through when you started to look at the amp, it looks like a great way of improving reception, keep up the good work thanks😊
Hello, thanks for the comment. Good point, and I am working on a video for the mag loop antenna. Yes it makes an amazing difference if you live in a built-up area. Should be about a week until release. All the best
@@ElectroBananasYT Brilliant thanks
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@@ElectroBananasYT will do
Thanks for the update in this informative video.
I have the ZhiWhis A320 which I managed to knock off my outdoor table. This in turn loosened that weight which cut the MW antenna wires. This makes your video so helpful…the knob on mine has become stiff so hard to turn that I have taken to using the step buttons before the weight loosening fall. I have a problem with sand here in Tucson, Arizona. I still have SW m VHF and FM but I have to keep the volume down less the weight starts vibrating with the speaker. MW is now useless so it good to see how to take it apart. I plan to use your external antenna solution as I have an extra MLA 30+ Magnetic loop antenna.
Just going to order the extra parts now. Thanks!
73!
Very glad you found that useful 😊. I am surprised the metal block came loose, it was very difficult for me to remove due to all the glue. Good luck with the mod, should be great with a MLA 30+. Would be interesting to know how you get on. 73.
@@ElectroBananasYT first of all your username is hilarious. Second of all I love your innovative solutions to these little radio problems. It’s great!
Thank you! Well I am very happy to hear you like the video 😊
Nice job, but you could expound on your mag loop build. Since it was so dramatic, would be nice to see your design. 73
Thank you for your comment. The mag loop will be a separate short video.
Thank you for this great antenna mod video, looking forward to your antenna video!
You are most welcome. You actually prompted me to make it 😉. Yes I will try to get the antenna video out soon.
You've solved some of the basic problems. Thanks for sharing this! Mechanical durability and switch choice is definitely an issue in modern radios. The rubberized coating and knobs are a failure point, as well as the antennas that break almost immediately.
If this radio had wider shortwave coverage, ssb, a bfo, switchable bandwidth from 500 kHz through 10 kHz that stepped in 500 Hz increments and external antenna jacks, it would be the perfect travel radio. I hope the company considers making an improved model.
Thanks your your comment. Totally agree, with just a little more effort it could have been a great travel radio. But for the price I still think it is great.
@@ElectroBananasYTIt is on a short list of purchases. I will cover the white light port with a deep red filter, probably stick a strong magnet on the base and put it on a steel base so it doesn't get knocked over as easily at night.
Some interesting ideas there! Good luck with your mods 🙂
@@Kitsaplorax Just get an SDR dongle for 1/3 the price!
Thanks for your comment Mike. For hobbyists or those interested in exploring a wide range of frequencies and modes without a large investment, SDR dongles offer a great entry point. With the right setup and possibly some external filters or preamplifiers, they can perform remarkably well. On the other hand, this radio works straight out of the Box, has a remarkably powerful and great sounding audio stage and is also really fun to use.
Ultimately, the choice between an SDR dongle and a dedicated radio should be based on your specific needs, budget, and interest level in either tinkering with software and hardware or having a ready-to-use solution.
Smart solution with the knob fix! - i like innovative minds! - your nice cat thought:"i´ll just sit in the middle of the loop, then he cant ignore me"! 73 Levi
Thank you! Yes, that cat always wants to be involved in everything I do! 😺 73 from the cat.
Excellent work, indeed. Many thanks for the detailed explanations. Oh, and I don't have a dodgy knob, yet....haha... ;-)
PS...i can't find your DIY mag-loop antenna video....did you make it yet, or am i missing it? Thanks.
Thanks for the compliment and glad to hear that you are not having the same kind of knob issues! The antenna video is in the queue. Will release it as soon as I can!! Thanks for watching 😊
@@ElectroBananasYT I look forward to it. Many thanks for the reply.
Knob ! Good solution but I think cutting an IF trimming tool could be an option.. It is a shame that manufactures forget the interface to the 300 lb gorilla as AVE would say. Spending a little more time and money on a quality knob makes for a more satisfying experience. Cracked screen, looks like that is Polystyrene , the Fluke would be Polycarbonate which is more expensive but resistant to impact.
Thanks for your comment 😊. Using an IF trimmer tool is a great idea 💡. Fortunately FNIRSI send me a replacement plastic screen 😊
The Radio R12 or Degen R12 appeared as the same a320 without external antenna, you have also repair it
Thanks for your comment. I can’t find the Degen R12 online.
@@ElectroBananasYT aliexpress or amzon Dijin R11, D11, R12. Degen. Or Radio R12 many names
Also appeared a litle one with two games HRD G18 only Fm, оr HRD 777 similar to hrd 702 with second ferrite antenna
Can you please delv into your DIY mag loop antenna?
Hello sir. Luv the vid. A great idea. I currently own 130 receivers but use the rf 320 often.No problem with the encoder so far.thanks RON Z. WA3090SWL.
Hi Ron. Wow, 130 Receivers!!! Amazing. I use the 320 a lot too. Thanks for the comment ☺️
спасибо за видео, заказал сегодня этот аппарат. интересно сравнение с xhdata d-808 в плане чувствительности
Thanks for the comment. Yes I have both radios. Perhaps I should do a comparison with both on a mag loop
@@ElectroBananasYT приветствую. не мог бы ты выложить apk-файл приложения Radio-c v1.0.0? новая версия (v1.1.9) у меня работает некорректно
Извините, я не могу, так как я пользуюсь iPhone.
@@ElectroBananasYT спасибо. придётся купить новый телефон 😏
Get an SDR dongle and connect it to an android phone (for portable) for TRUE all band reception, for a LOT LESS $$$
Thanks for your comment Mike. For hobbyists or those interested in exploring a wide range of frequencies and modes without a large investment, SDR dongles offer a great entry point. With the right setup and possibly some external filters or preamplifiers, they can perform remarkably well. On the other hand, this radio works straight out of the Box, has a remarkably powerful and great sounding audio stage and is also really fun to use.
Ultimately, the choice between an SDR dongle and a dedicated radio should be based on your specific needs, budget, and interest level in either tinkering with software and hardware or having a ready-to-use solution.
It's loud enough as it is.
That is true! Quite amazing how loud it is for a small box.
My retekess version doesn't have the replaceable battery it's wired in kind of annoying
Thanks for your comment. Oh that is interesting. I wonder why they did that?!? Perhaps to pass some import rules?
I can confirm this. I originally had the Retekess and it has a fixed flat Lithium Polymer battery soldered to the board. The rear battery cover still exists and they even give you a screwdriver to remove it! But the battery is wired in permanently. I now have the Raddy RF320, exactly the same radio except it has yellow orange backlights on the display and dial, case colour is slightly different and it has a replaceable 18650 battery. Oh and the Raddy came with a case and an external short wire antenna to clip on, which the Retekess didn't!
Sounds very much like the one I reviewed.
I choose retekess tr112 and was also disappointed with the battery. Once the battery completely dead you can mod with 18650 too
Great mods🎉
Thank you Joe .
Thanks for interesting video
Most welcome, thanks for the comment:)
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