This powerful Sangean AM/FM stereo short wave radio can be used to receive AM, FM, long wave and short wave signals and is suitable for use anywhere in the world. The frequencies can be tuned in automatically or manually through the front keypad. The LCD display shows the current station, frequency, and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) time, memory location and status of all functions. The radio also has a dual alarm and sleep timer, an internal memory that holds up to 54 frequencies.Uses 3 'AA' batteries (not included).