How do you tune this Sony? With a knob that is easy to grip and turn? Or is there a small, built-in wheel for tuning?
1856544
With a knob. But it doesn't help much. The sound in this model lacks clarity and sharpness. Much poorer than in an older, similar size Panasonic model.
1856545
Tuning is done with a medium size built-in-wheel. I works well and when the station is correctly tuned, a little red light comes on. We are very satisfied with it.
1856546
Its a small built in wheel for tuning. And what I like about that is, you can slightly roll the wheel back and forth with your finger to "nudge" a weak station into tune.
1856547
There is a built in wheel on the right side. It's reliable and doesn't feel cheaply made.
1856548
There is a small, built-in wheel for tuning. I experienced a problem with mine though. The tuning wheel got stuck after the first month of purchasing his product. I would recommend buying a different radio.
1280653
Stuck Knob Solution here! Hello, I had the same problem and found the perfect solution online (for just $2.99): In order to fix this problem you just need a larger knob which provides the extra leverage needed to (effortlessly) turn the knob. The original knob should come off easily by wiggling and pulling at the same time. The knob is attached to a 1/4'' shaft so any larger knob that fits a 1/4'' shaft will do fine. I used one from radio shack (Model: 274-407), which was 1/4'' shaft and it also contained a micro screw that you can tighten to ensure a snug fit. This knob slightly covers the labels (ALT,VS IAS, etc) but because these values show up on the screen as you tune to them, it's no big deal for me. Btw, I attempted to contact Saitek for a solution and shocker! -No Response.
1039100
No. This stereo has a factory default setting to seek. It actually has two different seek options and a manual tuning option. The round "volume" knob opens your options menus. Press it in and the different option available to you will begin cycling. You can cycle through these options by turning the knob left and right. Find the option called "settings" and push the knob in to select it. Next, find the option called "seek (settings/options)" not sure which it is but it will be obvious, and press the knob again. Finally, find the option called "manual" and push the knob again. Now you can manually tune your stereo, one station at a time. In order to leave all these menus quickly, simply press and hold the backwards-bending arrow button, the "back" button.
1604346
To answer your question directly, if the tuning knob stops working you can enter the volume level by way of the keypad. You type in say 16 then you press the volume key on the upper left. The one labeled "VOL". As far as frequency input is concerned either the keypad or the scanning buttons will take you to the frequency you want.
2229351
It's fun to play in standard tuning but there are lots of variations of open tuning. Look up tuning for slide and try some
1091442
I think it does stay in tune well. I bought it at a store, not online. I had to tune it at home. The next day, I checked and it was still largely in tune. The factory set up was pretty good. The salesperson said to play it a while before I paid for it to be set up. So far I am happy with it. The salesperson said the factory set up on Yamahas is usually pretty good. I have no reason not to believe that at this point.
1645450
Is it rotating? Or leaning to the left? If it is rotating you can adjust that by the small tuning knob that is on the remote. That can help to adjust the rotation speed and keep it still. If it is leaning that suggests a weight imbalance issue. That's more of a mechanical problem.
1583469
Take it out of the box, tune it and it sounds great without any adjustments. I have amplifiers but like my electric/acoustic guitars I usually prefer it unplugged.
1282104
Yes. Factory Tech. told me to turn the radio on. Turn down the volume. Then rotate tuning knob from stop to stop for about 3 to 5 minutes. If that doesn't work. The radio needed to be sent into the factory for repair.
1589448
I have mastered this, after first testing it and getting the stab of doom. You know the selector knob? Don't turn it all the way to either side. Turn it maybe 50%, and see if that works for you. Think of it as a gain knob, if you know how those work.
40205
i no longer have the unit in question. I dont think there was a built in tuner. cant remember 100 percent sorry!
1021244
Yes, I am a female beginner with small hands and it's been a great choice for me. Get a good tuner and learn how to use it. Good luck!
1361864
You can switch presets without bending down to hit the button with your finger. Also you can start and stop playback.
1310847
There are no preset buttons that you can program and press in the conventional sense (i.e. a car radio often has six buttons and pressing one of them tunes the radio to that station). There may be some other more complex mechanism, but the dedicated radio station preset buttons are not presnet on the Sony device.
2010423
A digital tuner is your best bet, but I wouldn't waste my money. I have owned two of these and the tuning keys got loose and ruined the guitar with just one or two tunings.
434220
Do not forget one important step.... turn power on, and then - HOLD DOWN - and then turn tuning knob to get to "ON". Release and listen without interruption or automatic turn off in a preset time. This step is not clearly stated. Drive me NUTZ until I figured out what was not clearly stated. Must hold power button down to allow toggle to sleep timer adjustment.
622628
Yes, you can plug it in the wall. It comes with a cord that plugs into the back of the Sony digital tuner. If you don't have one, you could try Radio Shack, or go on line and search accessories for Sony Portable Turner.