Does this radio have the updated firmware? Is there a way to tell by the serial number? The update is not listed in the description.

The seller will have to tell you the version number and yes there is an easy way to read it. 1.) With the radio turned off, simply press and hold the "AM BW" button and the full display panel will turn on.2.) Then press and hold the "AM BW" again and your 880′s firmware version will display (a four digit number).You need version 8820 or higher which fixes a few of the problems but not all.

Can a generic, lithium-ion 3.6/4.2 volt 18650 with a 2600 - 3400 mAh rating be used in this radio? Would it fit and not overload the circuitry?

The only companies that make 18650 batteries are LG, Panasonic, Sony, and Samsung. The ones with other names are just rewrapped with another brand name on them. It's best to buy batteries labeled directly from one of those 4 manufacturers so you know what you are getting because the it's common to see other brands exaggerate the mah rating.

Has anyone purchased from Elextronnix and can confirm the firmware is the most recent 8820? thank you

Firmware 8820 does not guarantee that it is free from the fine-tuning bug. Some 8820 firmware will still tune backwards within a kilohertz during SSB fine tuning. A small but annoying bug. Check with Electronnix before buying.

I live in an apartment and have little access to attach an external antenna to anything outside. Can an external antenna work inside an apartment?

Re sun also sell the AM booster loop, the AN-200 tunable medium wave loop antenna. I have found this no-battery solution to give a great signal boost for all bands except FM. I rest the Tecsun radio inside the loop and it works!

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PL880 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM Longwave Shortwave Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception

Product ID: 1165642

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Brand
TECSUN
Color
Black & Gray
Connectivity Technology
USB
Included Components
Battery
Power Source
Battery
Product Dimensions
7.5"L x 1.25"W

📡5-band full spectrum coverage

🔊3W distortion-free audio output

🎚️Dual conversion PLL for ultra sensitivity

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Description

🌍 Tune Into the World, Wherever You Are!

SMART CONVENIENCE - Built-in alarm clock and sleep timer (0-120 mins) keep your schedule on point while you stay connected.
PRECISION TUNING POWER - Experience razor-sharp 10 Hz step tuning with 4 & 5 selectable bandwidth filters for crystal-clear signals.
GLOBAL FREQUENCY MASTERY - Seamlessly tune AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave & SSB bands for unmatched worldwide reception.
IMMERSIVE AUDIO EXPERIENCE - Ultra dynamic audio amplifier paired with a full-range speaker delivers rich, distortion-free sound.
MEMORY FOR THE AVID LISTENER - Store up to 3050 stations across 25 memory pages—never miss your favorite broadcasts again.

The Tecsun PL880 is a portable, high-performance digital PLL dual conversion radio covering AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave, and Single Side Band (SSB) frequencies. Featuring advanced 10 Hz tuning steps, selectable bandwidth filters, and a powerful 3W audio amplifier, it delivers exceptional sensitivity, selectivity, and distortion-free sound. With 3050 station memory slots, an LCD backlight, alarm clock, and sleep timer, the PL880 is engineered for the discerning global listener seeking premium reception and convenience on the go.

Specifications

ASIN	B00GJ51NVA
Additional Features	Portable
Antenna Location	Indoor/Outdoor
Best Sellers Rank	#9,056 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #16 in Portable Shortwave Radios
Brand	TECSUN
Built-In Media	Battery, [POSSIBLE] Earphone
Color	Black & Gray
Compatible Devices	Earphone
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,491)
Display Technology	LCD
Display Type	LCD
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Frequency	108 MHz
Hardware Interface	3.5mm Audio, USB
Item Dimensions L x W x H	7.5"L x 1.25"W x 4.5"H
Item Weight	520 Grams
Manufacturer	Tecsun
Mfr Part Number	PL880
Model Number	PL880
Number of Batteries	1 AA batteries required.
Power Source	Battery Powered
Radio Bands Supported	5-Band
Speaker Maximum Output Power	3 Watts
Style Name	Compact
Tuner Type	AM/FM
UPC	851567004525
Voltage	3.7 Volts

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