The Thasis stations are fully integrated with Alexa. Make sure your Alexa-enabled device is connected to your home wifi network.

Go to your Alexa enabled device and say “Alexa enable skill…” at which time Alexa will ask you which skill you would like to enable. At that point, say the name of the Thasis radio station you would like from the list below.

• Awesome 80s – My Awesome 80s
• Classic Hits – Classic Hit Radio
• Classic Rock Planet – Classic Rock Planet
• Country Blend – The Country Bland
• CountryJamz – The Country Jamz
• Hit Radio 70s – Hit Radio 70s
• HitQ – HitQ
• KEWL.fm – KEWL dot fm
• Love Songs Radio – Love Songs Radio
• Magic 60s – Magic 60s
• Motown Magic – Motown Magic
• No Limits Country – No Limits Country
• Oldies by the Year – Oldies by the Year Radio
• Radio Daddio – Radio Daddio
• Retro Radio – Retro Radio
• Smooth Jazz USA – Smooth Jazz USA

It is important that when you want Alexa to play your station, you say “Alexa OPEN (the station name). Do not say PLAY, but rather OPEN.

Download the Live365 app from the Apple or Google stores, open the app and search for your favorite radio station from Thasis.

Ignore all the other stations. :-)

Here are instructions for streaming Thasis stations via myTuner radio app on mobile and desktop devices:

Mobile Devices (Smartphone/Tablet – iOS & Android):

1. Download and Install: If you haven’t already, download and install the myTuner Radio app from your device’s app store (Apple App Store for iOS, Google Play Store for Android).

2. Open the App: Launch the myTuner Radio app.

3. Search or Browse:

   • Search: Tap the search icon (usually a magnifying glass) and enter keywords like the station’s name, call letters, city, or genre.
   • Browse: Explore the app’s categories (e.g., Music, News, Sports, Location) to find stations. You can often browse by country, region, or popularity.

4. Select a Station: Once you’ve found the station you want, tap on it to start playing.

5. Favorites (Optional): To save a station for easy access later:

   • While the station is playing, look for a “Favorite” or “Heart” icon. Tap it to add the station to your favorites list.
   • Access your favorites by navigating to the “Favorites” section of the app.

6. Recent Stations: The app usually keeps a history of your recently played stations, making it easy to return to them.

7. Other Features: myTuner Radio often includes features like:

   • Sleep Timer: Set a timer to automatically stop playback.
   • Alarm Clock: Wake up to your favorite radio station.
   • Car Mode: A simplified interface for use while driving.

Desktop Computers (Web Browser):

1. Open a Web Browser: Use your preferred web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).

2. Go to the myTuner Website: Type the myTuner Radio website address (usually mytuner-radio.com or a similar address) into the browser’s address bar and press Enter.

3. Search or Browse:

   • Search: Use the search bar on the website to enter keywords related to the station you’re looking for.
   • Browse: Explore the website’s categories or map interface to find stations. Many websites provide filters for genre, location, and language.

4. Select a Station: Click on the station’s name or logo to start playing it.

5. Favorites (Optional): The process for saving favorites varies depending on the website. Look for a “Favorite,” “Heart,” or “Add to Favorites” button or link near the station’s player.

6. Website Features: The myTuner website may offer features like:

   • Station Information: Details about the station, such as its location, genre, and website.
   • Related Stations: Suggestions for similar stations you might enjoy.

General Tips for Both Mobile and Desktop:

• Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is required for streaming radio.
• Volume Control: Adjust the volume using your device’s volume controls or the volume controls within the myTuner app or website player.
• Troubleshooting: If you experience problems, check your internet connection, try searching with different keywords, or restart the app or browser. Make sure you’re using the latest version of the app or browser.

Here are instructions for streaming Thasis stations via the radio.net app on mobile and desktop devices:

• Mobile Devices (Smartphone/Tablet – iOS & Android):

  1. Download and Install: Download the radio.net app from your device’s app store (Apple App Store for iOS, Google Play Store for Android).
  2. Open the App: Launch the radio.net app.
  3. Search or Browse:
     • Search: Tap the search icon (usually a magnifying glass) and enter keywords like the station’s name, call letters, city, genre, or even a specific show.
     • Browse: Explore the app’s categories (e.g., Music, News, Sports, Podcasts, Location). You can usually browse by country, genre, or popularity. Some apps offer curated lists or editor’s picks.
  4. Select a Station: Tap on the station you want to play. The app will often show the station’s logo and information about the current program.
  5. Favorites (Optional): To save a station for easy access:
     • While the station is playing, look for a “Heart” icon, a star icon, or an “Add to Favorites” option. Tap it.
     • Access your favorites by navigating to the “My Radio” or “Favorites” section of the app.
  6. Recent Stations: The app typically keeps a history of your recently played stations.
  7. Other Features: radio.net often includes features like:
     • Sleep Timer: Set a timer to automatically stop playback.
     • Alarm Clock: Wake up to your favorite station.
     • Car Mode: A simplified interface for use while driving (if available).
     • Podcasts: Many radio.net apps also integrate podcast listening.

  Desktop Computers (Web Browser):

  1. Open a Web Browser: Use your preferred web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).
  2. Go to the radio.net Website: Type the radio.net website address (usually radio.net) into the browser’s address bar and press Enter.
  3. Search or Browse:
     • Search: Use the search bar on the website to enter keywords related to the station.
     • Browse: Explore the website’s categories or directory. Many websites allow you to filter by genre, location, language, and other criteria.
  4. Select a Station: Click on the station’s name or logo to start playing it in the browser’s built-in player.
  5. Favorites (Optional): The process for saving favorites varies. Look for a “Heart,” “Star,” “Add to Favorites,” or similar button near the station’s player. You may need to create a free radio.net account to save favorites.
  6. Website Features: The radio.net website might offer:
     • Station Information: Details about the station, including its location, genre, website, and social media links.
     • Related Stations: Suggestions for similar stations.
     • Program Guide (if available): Information on upcoming shows.

   

• General Tips for Both Mobile and Desktop:

  • Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is essential.
  • Volume Control: Adjust the volume using your device’s volume controls or the volume controls within the radio.net app or website player.
  • Troubleshooting: If you have problems, check your internet connection, try different search terms, or restart the app or browser. Ensure you’re using the latest version of the app or browser. Clearing the app’s cache or browser cookies can sometimes resolve issues.
  • Account (Optional): While often not required for basic listening, creating a free radio.net account might be necessary for saving favorites, accessing certain features, or syncing your preferences across devices.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to connect your favorite Thasis radio station(s) to Sonos.

1. Authorize myTuner Radio in Sonos:

• Open the Sonos App: Launch the Sonos app on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
• Go to Settings: The location of settings varies slightly depending on the Sonos app version and device:
  
  • Mobile App (Phone/Tablet): Look for a “Settings” icon (often a gear or three dots) usually at the bottom of the screen.
  • Desktop App: Look for “Manage” in the menu bar, then select “Settings.”
• Services & Voice: In the Settings menu, find and select “Services & Voice” (or similar wording like “Add a Service”).
• Add a Service: Tap or click “Add a Service.”
• Find myTuner Radio: Scroll through the list of music services until you find “myTuner Radio.” Select it.
• Authorize: You’ll be prompted to log in to your myTuner Radio account. If you don’t have one, you may need to create one on the myTuner website or app first. Follow the on-screen instructions to authorize Sonos to access your myTuner account. This usually involves entering your myTuner username and password.

2. Search for Your Radio Station:

• Browse or Search: Once myTuner is linked, go to the “Browse” tab (or similar, depending on your Sonos app version). You should see myTuner Radio listed as a service. Select it.
• Find Your Station: You can typically browse by category (e.g., genre, location) or use the search function. Use keywords like the station’s name, city, or call letters to find it.

3. Save the Station as a Sonos Favorite:

• Play the Station: Once you’ve found your desired station, select it to start playing.
• Add to My Sonos: While the station is playing, look for the 3 dots and press it to “Add to My Sonos Favorites” option. This is usually represented by a plus sign (+), a heart icon, or a star icon. The exact appearance might vary depending on your Sonos app. Tap or click this icon.
• Name (Optional): You may be given the option to customize the name of the station as it appears in your Sonos favorites. This is helpful if you have multiple stations.
• Location in My Sonos (Optional): Some Sonos apps allow you to organize your favorites into different sections within “My Sonos.” You might choose a category like “Radio,” “News,” or “Music.”

4. Access Your Saved Stations:

• Go to My Sonos: In the Sonos app, navigate to “My Sonos.”
• Find Your Station: Your saved radio stations from myTuner Radio will be listed here. You can now easily select and play them whenever you want without having to search again.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Account Issues: If you have trouble linking your myTuner account, double-check your login credentials. Make sure your myTuner account is active.
• Station Not Found: If you can’t find a specific station, try searching with different keywords or check if the station is available on myTuner directly. Sometimes, stations change their online streaming information.
• Sonos App Problems: If you encounter issues with the Sonos app, try restarting the app or your Sonos system. Make sure your Sonos app and system are up to date with the latest software.
• Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is essential for streaming radio. Check your network if you experience interruptions.

Ensure your phone is running on Android 6.0 or higher and your car is compatible with Android Auto and download the Android Auto app from the Google Play Store on your phone.  Connect your phone to your car using a USB cable or use the Android Auto wireless connection.

Open the Android Auto app on your phone and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Once connected, you should see the Android Auto home screen on your car’s display.

To use Android Auto, you must give the app permission to access your phone’s apps and features. You can do this by going to your phone’s “Settings” menu and selecting “Apps.”

From there, find the Android Auto app and select “Permissions.” Let the app access your phone’s apps and features, such as contacts, messaging, and location.

You are now ready to use Android Auto. To access it, turn on your car’s infotainment system and select the Android Auto option.

Open the Thasis app on your phone and select the station name from the search results. Then listen to some of the best internet stations available.

Ensure your iPhone is running on iOS 7.1 or higher and your car is compatible with Apple CarPlay and then connect your iPhone to your car using a lightning cable, or via wireless per your manufacturer’s instructions.

On your car’s infotainment system, select the option for Apple CarPlay and once connected, you should see the Apple CarPlay home screen on your car’s display.

Download and use the Live365 app, open the app on your iPhone, then in the Live365 app, open the Live365 app on your phone and search for the Thasis radio station.

Select the station from the search results and listen to one of the best internet stations available.

Make sure that your car’s Bluetooth is turned on. You can usually find this setting in your car’s infotainment system or by consulting your car’s manual.

Go to the “Settings” menu on your phone and select “Bluetooth.” Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and make sure it is set to “discoverable.”

In your car’s infotainment system, select the option to “search for new devices” or “pair a new device.”

Your phone should appear in the list of available devices. Select your phone and enter the pairing code if prompted.

Once connected, you should be able to make hands-free calls and play music from your phone through your car’s speakers.

Here are instructions for streaming Thasis stations on Roku and streaming stick devices using either myTuner Radio or Live365:

Using myTuner Radio on Roku or other streaming stick:

1. Add the Channel:
   • On your Roku or other streaming stick home screen, navigate to “Streaming Channels.”  
   • Select “Search Channels.”
   • Type in “myTuner Radio” and press Enter.
   • Select the myTuner Radio channel from the search results.
   • Choose “Add channel” to install it.
2. Open the Channel: Once installed, the myTuner Radio channel will be available on your Roku or other streaming stick home screen. Select it to open.
3. Search or Browse:
   • Search: Use the on-screen keyboard to search for a station by name, call letters, city, or genre.
   • Browse: Explore the categories (e.g., Music, News, Sports, Location) to find stations.
4. Select a Station: Highlight the station you want and press OK on your Roku or other streaming stick remote to start playing.
5. Favorites:
   • While a station is playing, look for an “Add to Favorites” or similar option on the screen. The exact wording might vary depending on the myTuner app version.
   • Select it to add the station to your favorites list.
   • Access your favorites from the main menu of the myTuner Radio channel.

Using Live365 on Roku or other streaming stick:

1. Add the Channel: The process is the same as for myTuner. Search for “Live365” in the Roku or other streaming stick Channel Store and add it to your device.
2. Open the Channel: Locate the Live365 channel on your Roku or other streaming stick home screen and open it.
3. Account (May be Required): Live365 might require you to create a free account or have a paid subscription to access their content. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign up or log in if needed.
4. Search or Browse:
   • Search: Use the on-screen keyboard to search for stations.
   • Browse: Explore the available categories or genres. Live365 often categorizes stations by music style.  
5. Select a Station: Highlight the desired station and press OK on your Roku or other streaming stick remote.
6. Favorites: Look for an option to add the station to your favorites within the Live365 channel interface.

General Tips for Roku or other streaming stick and Streaming Sticks:

• Remote Control: Use your Roku or other streaming stick remote to navigate the channels and make selections.
• Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is crucial for streaming.
• Channel Updates: Roku or other streaming stick channels update automatically, but you can sometimes manually check for updates in the settings menu.
• Troubleshooting: If you encounter problems, check your internet connection, try restarting your Roku or other streaming stick device, or check for channel updates. If the issue is with a specific station, it might be temporarily unavailable.
• Navigation: Roku or other streaming stick interfaces can sometimes change with updates, so the exact menu names or locations of options might vary slightly.
• Channel-Specific Instructions: Consult the help or FAQ sections within the myTuner Radio or Live365 channels for specific instructions or troubleshooting related to those apps. You can often find these resources on the channel’s details page in the Roku or other streaming stick Channel Store.

Important Note: The availability of specific radio stations can change, and some stations might require subscriptions or have geographical restrictions. The features and interface of the myTuner Radio and Live365 Roku or other streaming stick channels might also be updated periodically.