Sony MHC-EC77 Stereo System User Manual
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1. General The system does not turn on Is the power cord plugged in Is the voltage selector set correctly to match the local power line voltage Saudi Arabian models also may not turn on when the voltage selector is set to NO OPERATION There is no sound Are the and speaker cords short circuited Are you using only the supplied speakers Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the back of the system Sound comes from one channel or the left and right volumes are unbalanced e Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible Connect only the supplied speakers Severe hum or noise Move the system away from sources of noise Connect the system to a different wall socket Install a noise filter available separately to the power cord The remote does not function Remove any obstacles between the remote and the remote sensor 2 on the unit and position the unit away from fluorescent lights Point the remote at the system s sensor Move the remote closer to the system CD MP3 player The sound skips or the disc will not play Wipe the disc clean and replace it Move the system to a location away from vibration for example on top of a stable stand Move the speakers away from the system or place them on separate stands At high volume speaker vibration may cause the sound to skip Play does not start from the first track Retur2. Joliet CD R CD RW recorded in multisession that have not ended by closing the session CD R CD RW of poor recording quality CD R CD RW that have scratches or are dirty or CD R CD RW recorded with an incompatible recording device CD R CD RW which is finalized incorrectly Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 MP3 files Discs of non standard shape for example heart square star Discs that have adhesive tape paper or sticker attached to them Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue extends beyond the seal Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky when touched Notes on discs Before playing wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth from the center out to the edge Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine thinner or commercially available cleaners or anti static spray intended for vinyl LPs Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight On safety The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall outlet even if the unit itself has been turned off Completely disconnect the power cord mains lead from the wall socket mains if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time When unplugging the unit always grip the plug Never pull the cord itself Should any solid object or l
3. Press W amp 3 Tip We recommend that you press I 3 first and then press W amp 3 to avoid noise being recorded when you stop recording Using the timers The system offers two timer functions If you use both timers the Sleep Timer has priority Sleep Timer You can fall asleep to music This function works even if the clock is not set Press SLEEP 21 on the remote repeatedly If you select AUTO the system automatically turns off after the current disc or tape stops or in 100 minutes If the tape deck is still playing or recording at the set time the system turns off after the tape deck stops Play Timer You can wake up to CD or tuner at a preset time Use buttons on the remote to control the Play Timer Make sure you have set the clock 1 Prepare the sound source Prepare the sound source and then press VOLUME 14 to adjust the volume To start from a specific CD track or MP3 file create your own CD program Press CLOCK TIMER SET 17 Press k lt P I 5 repeatedly to select PLAY and then press ENTER 18 ON TIME appears and the hour indication flashes 4 Set the time to start playing Press k gt gt 5 repeatedly to set the hour and then press ENTER 18 The minute indication flashes Use the procedure above to set the minutes 5 Use the same procedure
4. REPEAT 6 on the remote repeatedly until REP or REP1 appears Find a point in a track or file Select Repeat Play To change the play mode Press PLAY MODE 6 repeatedly while the player is stopped You can select normal play no display for all discs or 1 DISC for a disc or E for all MP3 files in the folder on the disc shuffle play SHUF for all discs shuffle 1 DISC SHUP for one disc shuffle or SHUF for folder shuffle or program play PGM When playing a CD DA disc operation as 1 DISC SHUF Play SHUF Play performs the same Notes on Repeat Play e All tracks or files on a disc are played repeatedly up to five times You cannot select REP and SHUF all discs shuffle at the same time REP 1 indicates that a single track or file is repeated until you stop it Notes on playing MP3 discs Do not save other types of tracks or files or unnecessary folders on a disc that has MP3 files Folders that have no MP3 files are skipped MP3 files are played back in the order that they are recorded onto the disc The system can only play MP3 files that have a file extension of MP3 Tf there are files on the disc that have the MP3 file extension but that are not MP3 files the unit may produce noise or may malfunction
5. The maximum number of loadable sessions on a single disc is 10 folders is 150 including the root folder Except for North American model 2 If the component has the AVLS Automatic Volume Limiter System or BASS BOOST function turn off the function to avoid distorted sound from the speakers 3 North American model only MP3 files is 255 MP3 files and folders that can be contained on a single disc is 300 folder levels the tree structure of files is eight Compatibility with all MP3 encoding writing software recording device and recording media cannot be guaranteed Incompatible MP3 discs may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all Notes on playing multisession discs If the disc begins with a CD DA or MP3 session it is recognized as a CD DA or MP3 disc and playback continues until another session is encountered e A disc with a mixed CD format is recognized as a CD DA audio disc Listening to the radio 1 Select FM or AM Press TUNER BAND 4 repeatedly 2 Select the tuning mode Press TUNING MODE 6 repeatedly until AUTO appears 3 Tune in the desired station Press on the remote or TUNING or on the unit 5 Scanning stops automatically when a station is tuned in and then TUNED and STEREO for stereo programs appear STEREO TUNED To stop automatic scanning Press W stop
6. MHC EC77 The United States model only Low channel With 8 ohm loads both channels driven from 120 10 000 Hz 60 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 0 7 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output High channel With 8 ohm loads both channels driven from 2 000 13 000 Hz 60 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 0 7 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION MHC EC55 The United States model only With 6 ohm loads both channels driven from 120 10 000 Hz 45 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 0 7 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output Amplifier section MHC GX99 Front speaker RMS output power reference Low channel 95 W 95 W per channel at 8 Q 1 kHz 10 THD High channe 95 W 95 W per channel at 8 Q 8 kHz 10 THD Subwoofer RMS output power reference 150 W at 6 Q 80 Hz 10 THD MHC EC77 North American model RMS output power reference Low channel 95 W 95 W per channel at 8 Q 1 kHz 10 THD High channe 95 W 95 W per channel at 8 Q 8 kHz 10 THD European and Russian models Power output rated Low channel 45 W 45 W at 8 Q 1 kHz 1 THD High channel 45 W 45 W at 8 Q 8 kHz 1 THD RMS output power reference Low channel 65 W 65 W per channel at 8 Q 1 kHz 10 THD High channel
7. as in step 4 to set the time to stop playing 6 Select the sound source Press k lt PI 5 repeatedly until the desired sound source appears and then press ENTER 18 The display shows the timer settings 7 Press 1 T to turn off the system If the system is on at the preset time the Play Timer will not play To activate or check the timer again Press CLOCK TIMER SELECT 17 press lt 4 gt gt repeatedly until PLAY SEL appears and then press ENTER 18 a To cancel the timer Repeat the same procedure as above until OFF appears and then press ENTER 18 To change the setting Start over from step 1 Tip The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not canceled manually Troubleshooting 1 Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are correctly and firmly connected 2 Find your problem in the checklist below and take the indicated corrective action If the issue persists contact your nearest Sony dealer If the STANDBY indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following item If your system has a voltage selector is the voltage selector set to the correct voltage After the STANDBY indicator 16 on the unit stops flashing reconnect the power cord and turn on the system If the issue persists contact your nearest Sony dealer
8. cord to avoid picking up noise ANTEN A FMAM E s upore ie AKE Wen Ha FRE VOLTA SELECTS 230 24oy a Subwoofer MHC GX99 only Connect the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT jack with the subwoofer cable supplied t P ween t ve eR NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U S A CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AN DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interfe
9. display has priority when both ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used for a single MP3 file up to 15 characters of ID3 tag information using uppercase letters A to Z numbers 0 to 9 and symbols lt gt _ Using optional audio components To connect an optional headphones Connect headphones to the PHONES jack 12 on the unit To connect an optional component Connect additional audio source components to the AUDIO IN jack 13 on the unit using an analog audio cord not supplied Turn down the volume on the system and then select the AUDIO IN function Other Operations Creating your own CD program Program Play Use buttons on the remote to create your own program 1 Press CD 4 to select the CD function 2 Press PLAY MODE 6 repeatedly until PGM appears while the player is stopped Press DISC SKIP 11 to select a disc Press k B PI or KKI on the unit 5 repeatedly until the desired track number appears w gt When programing MP3 files press J 7 repeatedly to select the desired folder and then select the desired file Selected track or file number Total playing time of the selected track wn Press ENTER 18 to add the track or file to the program a Repeat steps 3 through 5 to program additional tracks or files up to a total of 25 tr
10. done the procedure of When carrying this system COMPLETE The preset operation ended normally FULL You tried to program more than 25 tracks or files steps LOCKED The disc tray does not open Contact your nearest Sony dealer NO DISC There is no disc in the player or you have loaded a disc that cannot be played NO STEP All of the programed tracks have been erased NOT USED You pressed an invalid button OVER You have reached the end of the disc while pressing PP 5 during playback or pause PUSH SELECT You tried to set the clock or timer during timer operation PUSH STOP You pressed PLAY MODE 6 during playback READING The system is reading information from the disc Some buttons are not available SET CLOCK You tried to select the timer when the clock is not set SET TIMER You tried to select the timer when the Play Timer is not set TIME NG The Play Timer start and end times are set to the same time Display examples Display indicates g 2 two G 5 five 5 6 six g 8 eight 4 0 zero g A F B 7 D G G H H K K ii M Q O Ht Q Fi R 5 S H Z i gt m Discs that this system CAN play Audio CD CD R CD RW audio data MP3 files Discs that this system CANNOT play CD ROM CD R CD RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1 Level 2
11. occur at least a few centimeters away from the wall away from the center of the room or place a bookshelf against a wall to avoid generating a standing wave Speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the front speakers and subwoofer to prevent slipping Subwoofer 4 pads MHC GX99 only Basic Operations _ 5 16 6 LIS 7 14 13 12 8 11 9 10 Except for North American model Before using the system To use the remote Slide and remove the battery compartment lid 19 and insert the two R6 size AA batteries supplied side first matching the polarities shown below Notes on using the remote With normal use the batteries should last for about six months Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries If you do not use the remote for a long period of time remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion Batteries installed devices shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like To set the clock 1 Turn on the system Press 1 on standby 1 2 Select the clock set mode Press CLOCK TIMER SET 17 on the remote If the current mode appears on the display press E lt gt P1 5 on the remo
12. the TV Cleaning the cabinet Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as thinner benzine or alcohol To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over Break off the cassette s overwrite protection tab from side A or Bas illustrated o 1S i Break off the cassette tab To later reuse the tape for recording cover the broken tab with adhesive tape ve About a tape longer than 90 minutes The use of the tape with more than 90 minutes of play time is not recommended except for long continuous recording or playback Cleaning the tape heads Use dry or wet type cleaning cassette available separately after every 10 hours of use before you start an important recording or after playing an old tape Failure to clean the tape heads can cause degraded sound quality or an inability of the unit to record or play tapes For details refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette Demagnetizing the tape heads Use a demagnetizing cassette available separately after every 20 to 30 hours of use Failure to demagnetize the tape heads can cause an increase in noise a loss of high frequency sound and an inability to completely erase tapes For details refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette Main unit AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION MHC GX99
13. 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 i e marked with or Y mark must be used If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse Never use the plug without the fuse cover If you should lose the fuse cover please contact your nearest Sony service station When carrying this system 1 Remove all discs to protect the CD mechanism 2 Hold down CD Pll 4 on the unit and press 1 0 4 until STANDBY appears 3 After LOCK appears unplug the power cord FM lead antenna Extend it horizontally AM loop antenna gt LY SS Voltage selector For models with a voltage selector set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage Saudi Arabian model 120 127 V 220 240 V NO OPERATION Right speaker High freq Power Connect the power cord to a wall socket Right speaker If the plug does not fit the wall socket detach the supplied plug adaptor only for models equipped with an adaptor Low freq Wall socket lt qem Antennas Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception and then set up the antenna Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the power
14. 5 To tune in a station with a weak signal If TUNED does not appear and the scanning does not stop press TUNING MODE 6 repeatedly until MANUAL appears and press on the remote or TUNING or on the unit 5 repeatedly to tune in the desired station To reduce static noise on a weak FM stereo station Press FM MODE 6 on the remote repeatedly until MONO appears to turn off stereo reception Playing a tape Except for North American model 1 Select a tape function Press TAPE on the remote or FUNCTION on the unit repeatedly 4 2 Insert a tape Press H amp stop eject 3 on the unit and insert the tape into the cassette holder Make sure there is no slack in the tape to avoid damaging the tape or the tape deck 3 Start playback Press B play 3 on the unit To Press H pause 3 on the unit To resume play press the button again Pause playback Stop playback BA stop eject 3 on the unit qa PP 3 on the unit Rewind or fast forward Be sure to press II stop eject 3 on the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound to the end Note Do not turn off the system during playback or recording Changing the display To Press Change DISPLAY 15 repeatedly when the information on the system is turned on
15. 65 W 65 W per channel at 8 Q 8 kHz 10 THD Other models The following are measured at AC 120 127 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Power output rated Low channel 50 W 50 W at 8 Q 1 kHz 1 THD High channe 50 W 50 W at 8 O 8 kHz 1 THD RMS output power reference Low channel 70 W 70 W per channel at 8 Q 1 kHz 10 THD High channe 70 W 70 W per channel at 8 Q 8 kHz 10 THD MHC EC55 North American model RMS output power reference 65 W 65 W per channel at 6 Q 1 kHz 10 THD European and Russian models Power output rated 45 W 45 W at 6 Q 1 kHz 1 THD RMS output power reference 65 W 65 W per channel at 6 Q 1 kHz 10 THD Other models The following are measured at AC 120 127 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Power output rated 45 W 45 W at 6 Q 1 kHz 1 THD RMS output power reference 65 W 65 W per channel at 6 Q 1 kHz 10 THD Inputs AUDIO IN stereo mini jack Sensitivity 800 mV impedance 47 kilohms Outputs PHONES stereo mini jack Accepts headphones with an impedance of 8 Q or more SPEAKER Accepts impedance of 6 to 8 Q SUBWOOFER OUT MHC GX99 only CD player section System Compact disc and digital audio system Laser Semiconductor laser A 770 810 nm Emission duration continuous Frequency response 20 Hz 20 kHz Signal to noise ratio More than 90 dB Dynamic range More than 88 dB Tape deck section Except for North American model Recording syste
16. E on the remote or turn the VOLUME control on the unit 14 Playing a CD MP3 disc 1 Select the CD function Press CD on the remote or FUNCTION repeatedly 4j 2 Place a disc Press amp open close 9 on the unit and place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray To place additional discs slide the disc tray with your finger as shown below To close the disc tray press amp open close 9 on the unit Do not force the disc tray closed with your finger as this may damage the unit 3 Select a disc If the discs are currently stopped press DISC SKIP on the remote or DISC SKIP EX CHANGE on the unit 11 To change discs while in other functions press DISC 1 3 10 on the unit 4 Start playback Press B play or CD PAI play pause on the unit 4l To exchange other discs during playback press DISC SKIP EX CHANGE 11 on the unit To Press Pause playback Il pause on the remote or CD Pll on the unit 4 To resume play press the button again Stop playback E stop 5 Select a folder on an 7 MP3 disc Select a track or file k gt Pi go back go forward on the remote KK1 P1 on the unit 5 Hold down lt lt 4 rewind fast forward 5 during playback and release the button at the desired point
17. SONY Mini Hi Fi Component System Operating Instructions Owner s Record 2 899 084 11 1 The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No Serial No MHC GX99 MHC EC77 EC55 2007 Sony Corporation Printed in China http www sony net To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture To prevent fire do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers table cloths curtains etc And don t place lighted candles on the apparatus To prevent fire or shock hazard do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product This marking is located on the rear exterior CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT Hooking up the system securely COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO y Don t throw away the battery with general house waste dispose of it ya QD correctly as chemical waste NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM A moulded plug complying with BS
18. acks or files N To play your program of tracks or files press B or CD Pll on the unit 4 The program remains available until you open the disc tray To play the same program again select the CD function and press B or CD Pll on the unit 4 To cancel Program Play Press PLAY MODE 6 repeatedly until PGM disappears while the player is stopped To delete the last track or file of the program Press CLEAR 20 on the remote while the player is stopped To view program information such as total track number of the program Press DISPLAY 15 repeatedly Presetting radio stations You can preset your favorite radio stations and tune them in instantly by selecting the corresponding preset number 1 Tune in the desired station See Listening to the radio 2 Press TUNER MEMORY 6 on the remote Preset number STEREO a DI WATT CILY ae ee PETS ot SA lt D 2 3 v 3 Press or TUNING or on the unit 5 repeatedly to select your desired preset number If another station is already assigned to the selected preset number the station is replaced by the new stations Press ENTER 18 on the remote 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 to store other stations You can preset up to 20 FM and 10 AM stations The preset stations are retained for about half a day even if you disconnect the power cord or if a p
19. display Change Display DISPLAY 15 repeatedly when the mode See below system is turned off For example you can view CD MP3 disc information such as the track or file number or folder name during normal play or the total playing time while the player is stopped The system offers the following display modes Display mode When the system is off Power Saving The display is turned off to conserve Mode power The timer and clock continue to operate Clock The clock is displayed 1 The STANDBY indicator 16 on the unit lights up when the system is off You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode 3 The clock display automatically turns to Power Saving Mode after eight seconds Notes on the display information Characters that cannot be displayed appear as _ The following are not displayed total playing time for an MP3 disc remaining playing time for an MP3 file The following are not displayed correctly elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using a VBR variable bit rate folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660 Level 1 Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format The following are displayed total playing time for a CD DA disc when the play mode is 1 DISC remaining playing time for a track ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used ID3 version 2 tag information
20. he certain printed wiring boards Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets Except for the United States model
21. iquid get into the system unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it again The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified service facility On placement Do not place the system in an inclined position or in locations that are extremely hot cold dusty dirty or humid or lacking adequate ventilation or subject to vibration direct sunlight or a bright light Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treated for example with wax oil polish as staining or discoloration of the surface may result e If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location or is placed in a very damp room moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD player and cause the system to malfunction In this situation remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates On heat buildup Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal and is not cause for alarm Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may have become hot Do not obstruct the ventilation holes On the speaker system This speaker system is not magnetically shielded and the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically distorted In this situation turn off the TV wait 15 to 30 minutes and turn it back on If there is no improvement move the speakers far away from
22. l AC 120 V 60 Hz European and Russian models AC 230 V 50 60 Hz Australian model AC 230 240 V 50 60 Hz Mexican model AC 127 V 60 Hz Argentine model AC 220 V 50 60 Hz Korean model AC 220 V 60 Hz Saudi Arabian model AC 120 127 220 240 V 50 60 Hz adjustable with voltage selector Other models AC 120 220 or 230 240 V 50 60 Hz adjustable with voltage selector Power consumption MHC GX99 USA model 190 W Canadian model 245 VA SA WG99 Subwoofer USA model 115 W Canadian model 155 VA MHC EC77 USA model 190 W Canadian model 245 VA European and Russian models 140 W 0 5 W in Power Saving Mode Other models 150 W MHC EC55 USA model 95 W Canadian model 130 VA European and Russian models 95 W 0 5 W in Power Saving Mode Other models 95 W Dimensions w h d excl speakers Approx 200 x 306 x 410 mm Mass excl speakers MHC GX99 North American model Approx 6 1 kg MHC EC77 North American and European models Approx 6 1 kg Other models Approx 6 4 kg MHC EC55 North American model Approx 5 0 kg Other models Approx 5 3 kg Supplied accessories Remote Commander 1 R6 Size AA batteries 2 FM lead AM loop antenna 1 Speaker pads MHC GX99 8 and for SA WG99 Subwoofer 4 MHC EC77 EC55 8 Subwoofer cable MHC GX99 only a Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Standby power consumption 0 5 W Halogenated flame retardants are not used in t
23. m 4 track 2 channel stereo Tuner section EM stereo FM AM superheterodyne tuner Antenna FM lead antenna AM loop antenna FM tuner section Tuning range North American model 87 5 108 0 MHz 100 kHz step Other models 87 5 108 0 MHz 50 kHz step Intermediate frequency 10 7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range Pan American and Australian models 530 1 710 kHz with 10 kHz tuning interval 531 1 710 kHz with 9 kHz tuning interval European Russian and Saudi Arabian models 531 1 602 kHz with 9 kHz tuning interval Other models 530 1 610 kHz with 10 kHz tuning interval 531 1 602 kHz with 9 kHz tuning interval Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Speaker SS EC77 for MHC GX99 EC77 Speaker system 3 way 3 unit bass reflex type Speaker units Woofer 13 cm x 2 cone type Tweeter 4 cm horn type Nominal impedance 8 Q Dimensions w h d Approx 220 x 360 x 220 mm Mass Approx 3 6 kg net per speaker Subwoofer SA WG99 for MHC GX99 only Speaker system bass reflex type Speaker units Woofer 20 cm cone type Nominal impedance 6 Q Dimensions w h d Approx 280 x 306 x 405 mm Mass Approx 8 7 kg SS EC55S SS EC55 for MHC EC55 Speaker system 2 way 2 unit bass reflex type Speaker units Woofer 16 cm cone type Tweeter 4 cm horn type Nominal impedance 6 Q Dimensions w h d Approx 215 x 306 x 215 mm Mass Approx 2 8 kg net per speaker General Power requirements North American mode
24. n and then turn off the system 2 Press DISPLAY 15 to display the clock While holding down TUNING 5 press 1 Q on standby 1 All the AM preset stations are erased To reset the interval to the factory preset repeat the procedure To improve tuner reception Turn off CD player power by using the CD power management function By default CD power is turned on 1 Press CD on the remote or FUNCTION repeatedly 4 to select the CD function Press 1 T to turn off the system After STANDBY stops flashing press DISPLAY 15 to display the clock and then press 1 T while holding down MM 5 on the unit CD POWER OFF appears With CD player power turned off disc access time is increased To turn on CD player power repeat the procedure until CD POWER ON appears To reset the system to factory settings If the system still does not operate properly reset the system to factory settings Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory default settings 1 Disconnect and reconnect the power cord and then turn on the system 2 Press PLAY MODE 6 FUNCTION 4 and I C T at the same time All user configured settings such as preset radio stations timer and the clock are deleted Messages CANNOT LOCK The system cannot be locked after you have
25. n to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE 6 repeatedly until both PGM and SHUF disappear Starting playback takes more time than usual The following discs take a longer time to start playback a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure a disc recorded in multisession mode a disc that has not been finalized a disc to which data can be added a disc that has many folders The disc tray does not open and LOCKED appears Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Tuner Severe hum or noise or stations cannot be received TUNED or STEREO flashes on the display Connect the antenna properly Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception and then set up the antenna again Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the power cord to avoid picking up noise Turn off nearby electrical equipment Tape deck Except for North American model The sound exhibits excessive wow or flutter or dropout e Clean the capstans and pinch rollers Also clean and demagnetize the tape heads See Precautions for details To change the AM tuning interval The AM tuning interval is factory preset to 9 kHz or 10 kHz for some areas this function is not available on the European Russian and Saudi Arabian models Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning interval 1 Tune in any AM statio
26. nd electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Note on DualDiscs A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side However since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc CD standard playback on this product is not guaranteed Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc CD standard Recently various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies Please be aware that among those discs there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product MPEG Layer 3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson Subwoofer MHC GX99 only Place the subwoofer vertically to obtain a better bass reproduction Also position the subwoofer on a solid floor where resonance is unlikely to
27. ower failure occurs 6 To call up a preset radio station press TUNING MODE 6 repeatedly until PRESET appears and then press or TUNING or on the unit 5 repeatedly to select the desired preset number Recording onto a tape Except for North American model Use a TYPE I normal tape only You can record just the portions you like from a sound source including connected audio components Use buttons on the unit to control tape recording 1 Insert a recordable tape into the cassette holder with the side you want to record facing up 2 Prepare the recording source Select the desired source to record Place the disc you want to record and press DISC SKIP EX CHANGE 11 to select a disc When recording a folder from an MP3 disc press PLAY MODE 6 repeatedly to select L3 and then press J 7 repeatedly to select the desired folder To record only your favorite CD tracks or MP3 files in your desired order perform steps 2 to 5 of Creating your own CD program 3 Start recording Press record 3 and then start playing the desired recording source The CD starts playing automatically after 10 seconds have passed If there is noise while recording from the tuner reposition the appropriate antenna to reduce the noise While recording you cannot listen to other sources To stop recording
28. rence to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help MHC EC55 only Speakers Insert only the stripped portion of the cord Solid Blue 1 Solid Gray O Solid Red N Solid Black gt Left speaker Low freq Front speakers 4 pads for each speaker Te Left speaker High freq CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Disposal of Old Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate E collection systems This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical a
29. te repeatedly to select CLOCK and then press ENTER 18 on the remote 3 Set the time Press kaq P1 5 on the remote repeatedly to set the hour and then press ENTER 18 on the remote Use the same procedure to set the minutes The clock settings are lost when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs Selecting a music source Press the following buttons or press FUNCTION 4 repeatedly To select Press CD CD 4 on the remote Tuner TUNER BAND 4 Tape TAPE 4 on the remote Component connected FUNCTION repeatedly using an audio cord or AUDIO IN on the remote 4 until AUDIO IN appears Adjusting the sound To adjust the volume Press VOLUME on the remote or turn the VOLUME control on the unit 14 To add a sound effect To Press DSGxX 8 on the unit Generate a more dynamic sound Dynamic Sound Generator X tra Set the sound effect EQ 8 To turn on the subwoofer MHC GX99 only Press SUBWOOFER ON OFF in the lower part of the subwoofer until the indicator on the subwoofer lights up To adjust the sound output level for the subwoofer turn the SUBWOOFER LEVEL in the lower part of the subwoofer Once you have made the adjustment the overall sound level can be adjusted using VOLUM
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