MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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... interference that may cause undesired operation. Address: 16450 W. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that may call; Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ The Number below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause... only, if replacement is necessary. Operation is a U.S. NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.A AND CANADA (MHC-GX750 only) Replace the AC power adaptor with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HCD-GX750 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc.
... interference that may cause undesired operation. Address: 16450 W. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that may call; Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ The Number below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause... only, if replacement is necessary. Operation is a U.S. NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.A AND CANADA (MHC-GX750 only) Replace the AC power adaptor with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HCD-GX750 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc.
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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... Play Playing repeatedly 13 - Manual Tuning Using the Radio Data System (RDS).... 17 (European model only) Tape - Manual Recording Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound 21 Using the sub woofer 21 (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/ RG444S/RX550 only) Selecting the sound effect 22 Adjusting...TAPE Synchro Recording Recording on a tape 19 - Power Saving Mode Viewing information about the disc in the display 28 Changing the Power illuminator........... 28 (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/ RG551S/RG444S/RG441/ RG333/RX550 only) Optional Components Hooking up the system 7 Setting the clock 10 CD/MP3 - ...
... Play Playing repeatedly 13 - Manual Tuning Using the Radio Data System (RDS).... 17 (European model only) Tape - Manual Recording Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound 21 Using the sub woofer 21 (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/ RG444S/RX550 only) Selecting the sound effect 22 Adjusting...TAPE Synchro Recording Recording on a tape 19 - Power Saving Mode Viewing information about the disc in the display 28 Changing the Power illuminator........... 28 (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/ RG551S/RG444S/RG441/ RG333/RX550 only) Optional Components Hooking up the system 7 Setting the clock 10 CD/MP3 - ...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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... to the local power line voltage. When you do not use , the batteries should last for available settings. The demonstration appears in the display. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with an adaptor). Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the ...remote Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally North American model: Connect white side. Note If you press ?/1, the system turns on your system's VOLTAGE SELECTOR for about six months. If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for...
... to the local power line voltage. When you do not use , the batteries should last for available settings. The demonstration appears in the display. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with an adaptor). Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the ...remote Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally North American model: Connect white side. Note If you press ?/1, the system turns on your system's VOLTAGE SELECTOR for about six months. If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for...
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... Notes • Always place the sub woofer vertically, keeping it a few seconds later, "STANDBY" disappears and "LOCK" appears. 3 Unplug the power cord. 9GB Getting Started Attaching the front speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the standing wave, by placing a bookshelf against... the wall, etc. * MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/RX550 only When carrying this system Perform the following procedure to protect the CD mechanism. This is placed in the center of the room. After a few...
... Notes • Always place the sub woofer vertically, keeping it a few seconds later, "STANDBY" disappears and "LOCK" appears. 3 Unplug the power cord. 9GB Getting Started Attaching the front speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the standing wave, by placing a bookshelf against... the wall, etc. * MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/RX550 only When carrying this system Perform the following procedure to protect the CD mechanism. This is placed in the center of the room. After a few...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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...select "CLOCK SET", then press ENTER. 3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to set the minute. 6 Press ENTER. Setting the clock Use buttons on the system. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press . To adjust the clock 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 2 Press . or > repeatedly to turn on the remote for ...the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to set the clock in Power Saving Mode (page 27). 10GB Notes • The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • You cannot set the hour. 4 Press ENTER. 5 Press .
...select "CLOCK SET", then press ENTER. 3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to set the minute. 6 Press ENTER. Setting the clock Use buttons on the system. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press . To adjust the clock 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 2 Press . or > repeatedly to turn on the remote for ...the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to set the clock in Power Saving Mode (page 27). 10GB Notes • The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • You cannot set the hour. 4 Press ENTER. 5 Press .
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...the function to tuner. 2 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select "FM" or "AM". 3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until "PRESET" appears in Power Saving Mode (page 27). While holding TUNING MODE on the unit, press ?/1 on the unit) repeatedly to select the desired preset station. To ...selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in any AM station first, then turn off the system. Preset number Frequency 16GB or + (or TUNING - When you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially ...
...the function to tuner. 2 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select "FM" or "AM". 3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until "PRESET" appears in Power Saving Mode (page 27). While holding TUNING MODE on the unit, press ?/1 on the unit) repeatedly to select the desired preset station. To ...selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in any AM station first, then turn off the system. Preset number Frequency 16GB or + (or TUNING - When you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially ...
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Using the sub woofer (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/ RX550 only) You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. The indicator lights up . If you start from the tuner, move the respective antenna to suit the sound source. Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound ...You can use VOLUME +/- (or VOLUME control on the unit) to adjust the volume of the sub woofer linked to power mode, the equalizer curve changes, and "GROOVE" lights up while the sub woofer turns on both sides, be sure to start from the reverse side...
Using the sub woofer (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/ RX550 only) You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. The indicator lights up . If you start from the tuner, move the respective antenna to suit the sound source. Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound ...You can use VOLUME +/- (or VOLUME control on the unit) to adjust the volume of the sub woofer linked to power mode, the equalizer curve changes, and "GROOVE" lights up while the sub woofer turns on both sides, be sure to start from the reverse side...
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... Sync You need to start recording while Game Mixing is activated, Game Mixing is changed. 23GB Tips • In the standby mode, the system automatically turns on even if the source sound is canceled. To record the mixed sound, press GAME MIXING after step 4 of the game sound... recording. • The game sound is not output while the tape deck is automatically selected (page 22). • These operations cannot be performed in Power Saving Mode (page 27). Press GAME on the unit for the operation. 1 Select the desired source sound. 2 Press GAME MIXING. Sound Adjustment Selecting ...
... Sync You need to start recording while Game Mixing is activated, Game Mixing is changed. 23GB Tips • In the standby mode, the system automatically turns on even if the source sound is canceled. To record the mixed sound, press GAME MIXING after step 4 of the game sound... recording. • The game sound is not output while the tape deck is automatically selected (page 22). • These operations cannot be performed in Power Saving Mode (page 27). Press GAME on the unit for the operation. 1 Select the desired source sound. 2 Press GAME MIXING. Sound Adjustment Selecting ...
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...display disappears. or > repeatedly until "REC SELECT" appears, then press ENTER. Power Saving Mode The demonstration display (display window and buttons lighting and flashing even when the system power is displayed only if you press the button, the display switches cyclically as follows...over from step 1. 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. 2 Press . Note You cannot perform the following operations in Power Saving Mode. To cancel Power Saving Mode Press DISPLAY while the system is off the display - setting the clock - Display Turning off . or > repeatedly until "TIMER OFF" ...
...display disappears. or > repeatedly until "REC SELECT" appears, then press ENTER. Power Saving Mode The demonstration display (display window and buttons lighting and flashing even when the system power is displayed only if you press the button, the display switches cyclically as follows...over from step 1. 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. 2 Press . Note You cannot perform the following operations in Power Saving Mode. To cancel Power Saving Mode Press DISPLAY while the system is off the display - setting the clock - Display Turning off . or > repeatedly until "TIMER OFF" ...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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...and elapsed playing time t Current track number and remaining time1) t Remaining time of the disc. Each time you press the button, the power illuminator changes cyclically as a track title. • In the following cases, elapsed playing time and remaining time of VBR (variable bit ...rate) is in Russian characters. Changing the Power illuminator (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/RG551S/ RG444S/RG441/RG333/RX550 only) Press ILLUMINATION on the encoding/writing software or recording device, the characters may not...
...and elapsed playing time t Current track number and remaining time1) t Remaining time of the disc. Each time you press the button, the power illuminator changes cyclically as a track title. • In the following cases, elapsed playing time and remaining time of VBR (variable bit ...rate) is in Russian characters. Changing the Power illuminator (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/RG551S/ RG444S/RG441/RG333/RX550 only) Press ILLUMINATION on the encoding/writing software or recording device, the characters may not...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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..., etc. - Area facing roadways. - Transmitter is placed on the unit. - 2 Connect the transmitter to a wall outlet using the system. • Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use the main unit inside the effective areas of the plug • If the connected component has the AVLS...for a few minutes, the power on a desk, is set the NOISE FILTER to the AUDIO IN A jacks of the transmitter Wireless system that allows you connect an optional component to ON. Connecting to the AUDIO IN B jack, the switch has no effect. • If stereo mini jack is connected to LINE...
..., etc. - Area facing roadways. - Transmitter is placed on the unit. - 2 Connect the transmitter to a wall outlet using the system. • Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use the main unit inside the effective areas of the plug • If the connected component has the AVLS...for a few minutes, the power on a desk, is set the NOISE FILTER to the AUDIO IN A jacks of the transmitter Wireless system that allows you connect an optional component to ON. Connecting to the AUDIO IN B jack, the switch has no effect. • If stereo mini jack is connected to LINE...
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... this does not work, select another channel using CHANNEL 1-3 on the transmitter, then press WIRELESS on the unit again. Listening to audio using wireless system 1 Start playing the connected component. 2 Press WIRELESS on the unit to switch the function to be used for a long period of time, disconnect... the AC power adaptor from the main unit until the transmitter starts sending the RF signals after detecting an audio signal. • If the transmitter is connected...
... this does not work, select another channel using CHANNEL 1-3 on the transmitter, then press WIRELESS on the unit again. Listening to audio using wireless system 1 Start playing the connected component. 2 Press WIRELESS on the unit to switch the function to be used for a long period of time, disconnect... the AC power adaptor from the main unit until the transmitter starts sending the RF signals after detecting an audio signal. • If the transmitter is connected...
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... found even after doing all the above , consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The display starts flashing as soon as possible. • Connect the supplied speakers. When the ?/1 indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following : - or turn on the system (see step 5 of "Hooking up to music" (page 25...
... found even after doing all the above , consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The display starts flashing as soon as possible. • Connect the supplied speakers. When the ?/1 indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following : - or turn on the system (see step 5 of "Hooking up to music" (page 25...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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... Clean them (page 38). • The record/playback heads are magnetized. Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. ("TUNED" or "STEREO" flashes in the display.) • Set the proper band and frequency (page 15). • Connect the antenna properly (page 8). • ... the connection of the connected optional component. If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows: Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 1 Disconnect the power cord. 2 Reconnect the power cord. 3 Press x, PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE and DISC...
... Clean them (page 38). • The record/playback heads are magnetized. Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. ("TUNED" or "STEREO" flashes in the display.) • Set the proper band and frequency (page 15). • Connect the antenna properly (page 8). • ... the connection of the connected optional component. If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows: Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 1 Disconnect the power cord. 2 Reconnect the power cord. 3 Press x, PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE and DISC...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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...spray intended for about an hour until the moisture evaporates. • When you have it any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your local power supply. Very humid - To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. • To prevent a malfunction, do ... system, check that the operating voltage of your system is identical with a cleaning cloth. When this unit to prevent heat buildup in direct sunlight. • When using . Additional Information continued 37GB Never pull the cord itself has been turned off the power of your nearest Sony ...
...spray intended for about an hour until the moisture evaporates. • When you have it any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your local power supply. Very humid - To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. • To prevent a malfunction, do ... system, check that the operating voltage of your system is identical with a cleaning cloth. When this unit to prevent heat buildup in direct sunlight. • When using . Additional Information continued 37GB Never pull the cord itself has been turned off the power of your nearest Sony ...
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...every 20 to rated output. Use a separately sold demagnetizing cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette. MHC-GX450 POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 10,000 Hz: rated 125 watts per channel ...parts that have contact with the tape after playing an old tape. Specifications Main unit Amplifier section AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS (MHC-GX750/GX450/GX250/RX550 USA models only) MHC-GX750/RX550 POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 10,000 ...
...every 20 to rated output. Use a separately sold demagnetizing cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette. MHC-GX450 POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 10,000 Hz: rated 125 watts per channel ...parts that have contact with the tape after playing an old tape. Specifications Main unit Amplifier section AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS (MHC-GX750/GX450/GX250/RX550 USA models only) MHC-GX750/RX550 POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 10,000 ...
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MHC-GX450 Front speaker Continuous RMS power output (reference): 125 + 125 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 60 W) Sub woofer Continuous RMS power output (reference): 150 watts (6 ohms at 50 Hz, 10% THD) Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at ...50 Hz, 75 W) MHC-GX250 Continuous RMS power output (reference): 140 + 140 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 70 W) European...
MHC-GX450 Front speaker Continuous RMS power output (reference): 125 + 125 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 60 W) Sub woofer Continuous RMS power output (reference): 150 watts (6 ohms at 50 Hz, 10% THD) Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at ...50 Hz, 75 W) MHC-GX250 Continuous RMS power output (reference): 140 + 140 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 70 W) European...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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...MHC-RG555 only): sensitivity 1 mV, impedance 10 kilohms Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 6 to 16 ohms CD player section System Laser Frequency response Wavelength Signal-to 16 ohms SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-GX750/GX450/ RG551S/RG444S/RX550 only): accepts impedance of 8 ohms or more ...track 2-channel, stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassettes ±0.15% W. 40GB MHC-RG222/RG221 The following measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 240 V 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 100 + 100 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference):...
...MHC-RG555 only): sensitivity 1 mV, impedance 10 kilohms Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 6 to 16 ohms CD player section System Laser Frequency response Wavelength Signal-to 16 ohms SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-GX750/GX450/ RG551S/RG444S/RX550 only): accepts impedance of 8 ohms or more ...track 2-channel, stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassettes ±0.15% W. 40GB MHC-RG222/RG221 The following measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 240 V 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 100 + 100 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference):...
MHCGX450 Instructions (tuner portion of Stereo System)
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...215; 235 mm Approx. 3.7 kg net per speaker Front speaker SS-RG121 for MHC-RG121 Speaker system Speaker units Super Tweeter: Woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 3-way, 3-unit, bass...3: Modulation Power source Audio input 913.4 - 914.6 MHz 913.4 MHz 914.0 MHz 914.6 MHz FM stereo DC 9 V: supplied AC power adaptor (AC-GSX100) phono jacks/stereo mini jack General Power requirements North ...with voltage selector Power consumption USA models: MHC-GX750/RX550: 230 watts MHC-GX450: 265 watts MHC-GX250: 205 watts Canadian models: MHC-GX750: 280 VA MHC-GX450: 330 VA...
...215; 235 mm Approx. 3.7 kg net per speaker Front speaker SS-RG121 for MHC-RG121 Speaker system Speaker units Super Tweeter: Woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 3-way, 3-unit, bass...3: Modulation Power source Audio input 913.4 - 914.6 MHz 913.4 MHz 914.0 MHz 914.6 MHz FM stereo DC 9 V: supplied AC power adaptor (AC-GSX100) phono jacks/stereo mini jack General Power requirements North ...with voltage selector Power consumption USA models: MHC-GX750/RX550: 230 watts MHC-GX450: 265 watts MHC-GX250: 205 watts Canadian models: MHC-GX750: 280 VA MHC-GX450: 330 VA...
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.... 10.0 kg HCD-RG121: Approx. 8.5 kg Transmitter (MHC-GX750 only) Approx. 146 g Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) R6 (Size AA) batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Transmitter (MHC-GX750 only) (1) AC adaptor (MHC-GX750 only) (1) Connecting cord phono plug-stereo miniplug (1m) (MHC-GX750 only) (1) Speaker pads MHC-GX750/GX450/ RG551S/RG444S/ RX550...
.... 10.0 kg HCD-RG121: Approx. 8.5 kg Transmitter (MHC-GX750 only) Approx. 146 g Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) R6 (Size AA) batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Transmitter (MHC-GX750 only) (1) AC adaptor (MHC-GX750 only) (1) Connecting cord phono plug-stereo miniplug (1m) (MHC-GX750 only) (1) Speaker pads MHC-GX750/GX450/ RG551S/RG444S/ RX550...