can i listen to shorteave without any distortion only using ac adapter no batteries

The ac adapter doesn’t really introduce any noise in my experience but if it did I would just add a ferrite choke to the cord. As far as distortion goes, it depends on the antenna, atmospheric conditions, solar activity, broadcast signal strength and how kind the radio gods feeling from one day to the next.

Does every shortwave radio play world radio stations? some products here list sw and world radio as features, but some only list sw (along with am/fm)

"World radio" is just a way for marketing people to describe shortwave radio to consumers who might not understand what Shortwave radio is for. World radio = SW.

Its a year old ,now it only works when i use ac. The batteries are charged but when i turn radio on it says batteries dead , they are charged. why?

Replace the batteries with a better quality NMh batteries something like 1800-2200 mah. I had to replace the original Tecsun rechargeable batteries as they were just pure junk and I can not charge them without any problem. Also, do not overcharge the batteries. Once the charging icon stops flashing on the LCD, disconnect the charger.

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Tecsun PL680 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM/LW/SW and Air Band Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception

Tecsun PL680 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM/LW/SW and Air Band Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception

Product ID: 18339387

Details

Brand
TECSUN
Color
Black
Connectivity Technology
Auxiliary
Power Source
Battery
Product Dimensions
7.5"L x 1.5"W
Radio Bands Supported
AM FM

📡Full spectrum AM/FM/LW/SW/AIR bands

🔋4 AA batteries + rechargeable + charger

🎚️10 Hz precise SSB tuning step

Details

Brand
TECSUN
Color
Black
Connectivity Technology
Auxiliary

Description

🌍 Tune into the world’s hidden frequencies—because your ears deserve the extraordinary!

PRECISION SSB TUNING - Experience ultra-fine 10 Hz steps for crystal-clear single sideband reception—never miss a signal.
POWER YOUR ADVENTURES - Includes rechargeable batteries & charger—stay unplugged and connected wherever you roam.
VERSATILE ALARM TIMER - Built-in 24-hour alarm and sleep timer (up to 120 mins) keep your schedule on point.
GLOBAL FREQUENCY MASTERY - Seamlessly tune AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave & Air Band for worldwide audio discovery.
USER FRIENDLY DIGITAL PLL - Dual conversion PLL synthesis ensures unmatched sensitivity and zero frequency drift.

The Tecsun PL680 is a portable, high-sensitivity digital PLL dual conversion radio covering AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave, and Air Band frequencies with advanced single sideband (SSB) reception. Featuring 10 Hz tuning precision, rechargeable battery support, and a 24-hour alarm clock, it’s engineered for global radio enthusiasts seeking unparalleled selectivity and portability.

Specifications

ASIN	B00TOLUTDO
Additional Features	Portable
Antenna Location	Music, News
Best Sellers Rank	#247,530 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #374 in Portable Shortwave Radios
Brand	TECSUN
Built-In Media	AC/DC Adapter, Earphone, FM/SW Wire Antenna, 4 AA Rechargeable Batteries, Carrying Pouch, User Manual
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Earphone
Connectivity Technology	Auxiliary
Customer Reviews	4.3 out of 5 stars 346 Reviews
Display Technology	LCD
Display Type	LCD
Frequency	137 MHz
Global Trade Identification Number	06920487516808
Hardware Interface	Unknown
Item Dimensions L x W x H	7.5"L x 1.5"W x 4.5"H
Item Weight	520 Grams
Manufacturer	Tecsun
Mfr Part Number	PL680
Model Number	PL680
Number of Batteries	4 AA batteries required.
Power Source	Battery Powered
Product Dimensions	7.5"L x 1.5"W x 4.5"H
Radio Bands Supported	AM, FM
Speaker Maximum Output Power	1 Watts
Special Feature	Portable
Tuner Technology	AM , FM, SSB
Tuner Type	AM, FM, SSB
Voltage	120 Volts (AC)

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30.12.2023

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6.11.2025

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3.10.2020

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