I am a long, long time SWL & Ham (since 1959). I have used literally
hundreds of shortwave receivers & hamband receivers over that time.Two
months ago I bought a Degen 1103 used for $35.
I say return the Sony & get the Degen (Kaito)1103.
It's a very good radiofor the $'s. Matches the Sony 7600 in
performance.
Receives SSB/CW (unlike the 1101) & is inexpensive.
I use mine daily to monitor the ham bands, listen to AM & FM broadcast
& shortwave broadcast.
You can have low price & good performance.
See reviews he
http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/4288
&
http://www.radiointel.com/phil/2005_phil_port_guide.pdf
Terry
W8EJO