SOLARLINK FR600 OWNER’S MANUAL
SHORTWAVE LISTENING
To learn about shortwave we recommend the two publications below, published yearly and available from major booksellers. Additionally, the Internet is a great resource for learning about shortwave. Type ‘shortwave reception’ into your favorite search engine.
PASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO Published by International Broadcasting Services (IBS); IBS North America, Box 300, Penn’s Park PA 18943. Phone: (215)
WORLD RADIO TV HANDBOOK Published in the USA by
OPTIMIZING SHORTWAVE RECEPTION
Shortwave enables listening to broadcasts over vast distances including other countries and continents. The following information will help you get the best results.
•During the day, frequencies above 13 MHz are usually best.
•At night, frequencies below 13 MHz are usually best.
•Around sunset and sunrise, the entire shortwave range may be good.
•Getting very close to a window and holding the radio improves shortwave reception.
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