Welcome to the world of Sony! In this editorial they will try to discuss the features of the Sony portable XM receiver, which, by the way, was the first plug-and-play model sold on the market. The gadget is the ideal receiver for people who require a compact & totally portable communications receiver. Although the user interface is  out-of-date & the receiver lacks a numeric keypad, the Sony portable receiver is a great radio. Imagine yourself in a James Bond movie, or imagine the nice old days, the 1950’s, imagine a spaceship with its fine curves, well.. the Sony receiver has it all: the futuristic looks of a spaceship, its utility like any Bond gadget & its state-of-art like the science fiction of the 50’s movies. The XM Satellite Radio is an adventure! Although the portable receiver is no longer listed on the market, it is still available in the channel. Below, I will try to discuss the features of two Sony portable receiver models, the ICFSW7600G.2CE7, the ICFSW11S.CE7 & the ICFSW12S.CE7.

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ICFSW7600G.2CE7 Sony Portable Receiver

The price of this model varies at around $200, its frequencies being 150 kHz -30Mhz (LW/MW/SW), 76-108 Mhz (FM). it’s 100 memory presets, an audio output of 380 mW, size of 190×118.8×35 mm & the weight of 608 g.
The lovely thing about this model is that it provides LCD read-out in 1 kHz steps, can be electronically tuned & the frequency can be adjusted on the keyboard. For its modes (AM, SSB, FM) you can listen to stations from all around the world. As additional features, you can use the receiver as a clock or alarm.

ICFSW11S.CE7

For $40, this model is a bargain. it’s a led tuning indicator, frequencies between 153-279 kHz (LW), 530-1602 kHz (MW), 76-108 Mhz (FM), audio output of 100mW, size of 155×90x33 mm & it weights 340 g. As a drawback on this model is that you can listen to FM stereo only throughout the headphones.

Last but not least, Sony is offering a world receiver that is a handy companion for people who travel a lot. it’s twin digital clock display & clock controls, telescopic whip, & the unit closes itself when not in use. Regarding technical details, the ICFSW12S.CE7 portable receiver cathes frequencies between 530-1605 kHz (MW), 4750-21750 Mhz (SW), 87-108 Mhz (FM), it’s dial tunning, Led tunning indicator, an audio output of 100 mW, size of 111×30.5×80.3 mm & weighs 233 g. The average price is $100.

ICFSW12S.CE7

As for car kits & accessories, home kits are available at an average price of $130, the package containing a home dock, a power supply, an antenna, & an adaptor between mini-stereo to twin RCA. If you need to purchase a car kit, you can found four at a price of $129.99. Although it’s hard to find three, you can purchase a FM Modulator, if you don’t have a car radio with a cassette player. Also, for $64.99 you can buy 50 ft. cable extension, which connects to your home antenna, providing more cable, thus, more space.