XIEGU G106 HF Transceiver In Depth Review

XIEGU G106

Peter Waters G3OJV, takes an In-Depth look at this new transceiver. He also gives his views on what may have been a hoax review.

G106

The G106 is based on an SDR architecture with 16bit sampling to deliver superior performance.

It has a digital CW filter with three bandwidths to help you fight interference and get more clear reception of weak signals.

With the optional external DE-19 digital adapter, it can be connected to a PC for working digital modes including FT8.

As an entry-level portable SDR transceiver, G106 will be the perfect HF transceiver to start explore the bands with SSB, CW and exciting digital modes like FT8.

Basic features:

High-performance SDR core circuit
Compact and robust structure
Transmission and receiving of all amateur frequency bands within 3.8~29.7MHz
WFM broadcast receiving
Shortwave full-range continuous receiving
Amateur data communication available
Computer online control available

Please read the Operator Manual carefully for a better experience and full understanding on operation of the G106.

Specifications :

Receiving frequency: 0.55kHz~30MHz 88~108MHz (WFM)
Transmitting frequency: 3.5~3.9MHz 10.1~10.15MHz 18.068~18.168MHz 24.89~24.99MHz 7.0~7.2MHz 14.0~14.35MHz 21.0~21.45MHz 28.0~29.7MHz
Operating mode: SSB/CW/AM , WFM (receive only)
Receiving sensitivity: CW: 0.25uV @10dB S/N SSB: 0.5uV @10dB S/N AM: 10uV @10dB S/N
Frequency stability: ±1.5ppm within 30min after power on @25°C: 1ppm/hour
Transmitting power: ≥5W @13.8V DC
Transmitting spurious suppression: ≥50dB
Audio output power: 0.3W
Operating voltage: 9~15V DC
Standby current: 0.37A @Max
Transmitting current: 2.8A @Max
Dimensions: 120x40x135 (mm)
Weight: About 720g (only host)