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Portable communications receiver covering 150 - 29999 kHz in AM, SSB, CW and FM. Digital frequency readout, Direct keypad frequency entry & frequency up and down buttons, 12 (6?) memories, analog signal strength meter; similar model Uniden-Bearcat CR-2021 has LED signal strength indicator

General characteristics

HAM bands
160m  80m  60m  40m  30m (WARC)  20m  17m (WARC)  15m  12m (WARC)  11m (CB)  10m 
Frequency stability
?
Tuning steps
?
Memories
12 channels in 2 bank(s)

Receiver

RX-range
0.15-30 / 87.4-108 MHz
Modulations
AM   FM   CW   SSB  
Sensitivity
?
Selectivity
?
Filters
?
Receiver system
Superheterodyne
IF-frequencies
?
Image rejection
?
Audio output
Internal speaker

Connections

Antenna
Clamps / screws + Built-in telescopic
Impedance
50Ω
Other
-

Electrical

Power requirements
Mains, 12V DC or batteries (2×AA + 6×C)
Current drain RX
15 W
TX
-

Physical

Dimensions (w×h×d)
?
Weight
1.60 kg (3.5 lbs)
Form factor
Portable
Manufactured
Between 1984 and 1986 in Taiwan

Other features

Usage
Amateur / Ham radio operators
Features + options
-
Accessories
-
RigReference ID
4693
MPN
RADIOSHACK-REALISTIC-DX-000400

Manuals, diagrams and brochures

Realistic DX-400 Owner's Manual PDF - 6.43 MB, submitted by Gerd
 
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Reviews & stories

Rating Title Submitted
dx400 10 years ago by jeepdad56
Good sturdy portable, its very capable. 11 years ago by Radio10

New and second-hand prices

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Based on historic data, today's second-hand price of the RadioShack / Realistic DX-400 is around:

  • USD 4.00

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These estimates are based on the following prices:

Year Historic price Condition Submitted by
1984 USD 299.95 New / Mint RigReference

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