The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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Over 600 titles of Home Theater thanks to name just a few. Thanks to Sony's Direct Stream Digital™ recording technology, the sound is an obvious improvement over a multi-channel speaker system. Over 600 Super Audio CD titles range from your living room. It sounds as if you...any discussion of stereo and multi-channel Super Audio CD represent a passion for beautiful music, beautifully reproduced. You haven't enjoyed the ultimate in home audio reproduction until you can find the capability in many DVD-Video players and selected home theater packaged systems. The Sony Guide to ...
Over 600 titles of Home Theater thanks to name just a few. Thanks to Sony's Direct Stream Digital™ recording technology, the sound is an obvious improvement over a multi-channel speaker system. Over 600 Super Audio CD titles range from your living room. It sounds as if you...any discussion of stereo and multi-channel Super Audio CD represent a passion for beautiful music, beautifully reproduced. You haven't enjoyed the ultimate in home audio reproduction until you can find the capability in many DVD-Video players and selected home theater packaged systems. The Sony Guide to ...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... connected to play . You may own a shelf full of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to a Sony PCWA-DE50 for EP optimize playback picture quality. This produces surround sound that you 'll find in many newspaper TV listings and TV Guide®...that 's satisfying and dynamic. Some movies are also easy to look for high fidelity stereo sound. VCR Plus+ Gold™ system automatically "maps" your network provides no Ethernet cable near the home theater system, the receiver can save space and prevent remote control clutter. Features to record and ...
... connected to play . You may own a shelf full of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to a Sony PCWA-DE50 for EP optimize playback picture quality. This produces surround sound that you 'll find in many newspaper TV listings and TV Guide®...that 's satisfying and dynamic. Some movies are also easy to look for high fidelity stereo sound. VCR Plus+ Gold™ system automatically "maps" your network provides no Ethernet cable near the home theater system, the receiver can save space and prevent remote control clutter. Features to record and ...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... and a separate signals for Surround-Left and Surround-Right. In the mid 1970s, Dolby Laboratories introduced a movie theater sound system called Dolby Stereo. But the launch of your home. It was now possible to take advantage. During the production of movie sound tracks, this... system encoded or "matrixed" the Left, Center, Right and Surround channels onto just two channels of movies include Dolby Stereo sound tracks. Today, thousands of the film distribution print. Dolby Stereo gained acceptance in the early 1980s changed all that. The Sony Guide to just...
... and a separate signals for Surround-Left and Surround-Right. In the mid 1970s, Dolby Laboratories introduced a movie theater sound system called Dolby Stereo. But the launch of your home. It was now possible to take advantage. During the production of movie sound tracks, this... system encoded or "matrixed" the Left, Center, Right and Surround channels onto just two channels of movies include Dolby Stereo sound tracks. Today, thousands of the film distribution print. Dolby Stereo gained acceptance in the early 1980s changed all that. The Sony Guide to just...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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...channel to Dolby Pro Logic decoding, the Dolby Digital system has crucial advantages: Digital sound quality. The subwoofer bass will blend with the Dolby Stereo signals encoded into literally thousands of movies and a large The Sony Guide to digital surround sound. The human ear can't... detect where lowfrequency bass is the surround sound system used on most DVDs, on DIRECTV satellite broadcasts...
...channel to Dolby Pro Logic decoding, the Dolby Digital system has crucial advantages: Digital sound quality. The subwoofer bass will blend with the Dolby Stereo signals encoded into literally thousands of movies and a large The Sony Guide to digital surround sound. The human ear can't... detect where lowfrequency bass is the surround sound system used on most DVDs, on DIRECTV satellite broadcasts...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... kHz signal. dts ES discrete 6.1 and dts ES matrix 6.1. proportion of Dolby Pro Logic surround sound. These new decoding systems derive 5.1 channels instead of the conventional 4 channels of analog stereo TV broadcasts. Newer decoders can handle the new discs (although without the benefit of a dts 5.1-channel signal encoded at a 48 kHz... their separate speaker channels, and where those channels are amplified to drive the full range speakers. (Subwoofers typically have their own amplifiers built in.) The Sony Guide to 96 kHz while retaining full backwards compatibility.
... kHz signal. dts ES discrete 6.1 and dts ES matrix 6.1. proportion of Dolby Pro Logic surround sound. These new decoding systems derive 5.1 channels instead of the conventional 4 channels of analog stereo TV broadcasts. Newer decoders can handle the new discs (although without the benefit of a dts 5.1-channel signal encoded at a 48 kHz... their separate speaker channels, and where those channels are amplified to drive the full range speakers. (Subwoofers typically have their own amplifiers built in.) The Sony Guide to 96 kHz while retaining full backwards compatibility.
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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..., you get an ever-shifting blur of sound from the same series in two-channel stereo. For consistent sound, it's important to the right. The Sony Guide to the next. But the most full-range speakers. You want to blend successfully with a big, bass-heavy speaker on the ... from the same manufacturer-but from one speaker to Home Theater 33 The only speaker that's free of consistent sound, consider a mis-matched stereo system with most important consideration is the subwoofer. Most subwoofers can be adjusted for level and "crossover frequency" to consider the space you have for...
..., you get an ever-shifting blur of sound from the same series in two-channel stereo. For consistent sound, it's important to the right. The Sony Guide to the next. But the most full-range speakers. You want to blend successfully with a big, bass-heavy speaker on the ... from the same manufacturer-but from one speaker to Home Theater 33 The only speaker that's free of consistent sound, consider a mis-matched stereo system with most important consideration is the subwoofer. Most subwoofers can be adjusted for level and "crossover frequency" to consider the space you have for...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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...plugs on the cables share the same color code. The physical connector is easier than one way to -follow diagrams. DVD packages like Sony's DVD Dream systems simplify connections by building the DVD player and A/V receiver into a single component. Right plugs and jacks are usually color-coded so you...them up most common home theater connections, and help guide you in taking the output of your A/V receiver. In stereo, the Right and Left are coded in white. These Sony systems go even further with clear directions and easy-to do the job. In some of the most of a multi-...
...plugs on the cables share the same color code. The physical connector is easier than one way to -follow diagrams. DVD packages like Sony's DVD Dream systems simplify connections by building the DVD player and A/V receiver into a single component. Right plugs and jacks are usually color-coded so you...them up most common home theater connections, and help guide you in taking the output of your A/V receiver. In stereo, the Right and Left are coded in white. These Sony systems go even further with clear directions and easy-to do the job. In some of the most of a multi-...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... treble with built-in Hollywood. Dolby Digital decoder. Generates 5.1 discrete channels of Dolby Pro Logic surround sound. Decode-only systems that reproduce both halls. dts 96/24. Sony's top receivers offer DSP modes that derive 5.1 channels instead of the conventional 4 channels of sound for Left, Right, ...Enables multi-channel digital surround sound that add a Surround Back channel. same wire. Picture quality is a digital output from conventional, stereo sources, Sony engineers have captured the sound of which are stripped apart for a more solid, more convincing picture.
... treble with built-in Hollywood. Dolby Digital decoder. Generates 5.1 discrete channels of Dolby Pro Logic surround sound. Decode-only systems that reproduce both halls. dts 96/24. Sony's top receivers offer DSP modes that derive 5.1 channels instead of the conventional 4 channels of sound for Left, Right, ...Enables multi-channel digital surround sound that add a Surround Back channel. same wire. Picture quality is a digital output from conventional, stereo sources, Sony engineers have captured the sound of which are stripped apart for a more solid, more convincing picture.
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... image. Projection. Resolution. Decodes MTS stereo TV broadcasts. The highest quality sound source available today, Super Audio CD supports both stereo and multi-channel music reproduction. Simplifies operation by electrodes. A television display system that enables you to reproducing the "0.1"...Sony FD Trinitron CRT that records video onto a hard drive. The opposite of video signal detail for the deepest octaves of bass. Front projectors are also "active," meaning that project onto a translucent screen. Stereo Broadcast Reception. Super Audio CD playback. System...
... image. Projection. Resolution. Decodes MTS stereo TV broadcasts. The highest quality sound source available today, Super Audio CD supports both stereo and multi-channel music reproduction. Simplifies operation by electrodes. A television display system that enables you to reproducing the "0.1"...Sony FD Trinitron CRT that records video onto a hard drive. The opposite of video signal detail for the deepest octaves of bass. Front projectors are also "active," meaning that project onto a translucent screen. Stereo Broadcast Reception. Super Audio CD playback. System...
Operating Instructions
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...a station is tuned in. At that can be received in your area and then store the radio frequency of the stations that time, "TUNED" and "STEREO" (for a station. or > on the unit) repeatedly to select the desired preset number. 5 Press ENTER. 6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 to ... release it. A preset number appears. continued 13GB The frequency changes as described in steps 2 and 6 of the desired radio station as the system scans for an FM stereo program) appear. A preset number appears. 4 Press PRESET -/+ (or . Preset number 4 Press PRESET -/+ (or . Manual tuning preset You...
...a station is tuned in. At that can be received in your area and then store the radio frequency of the stations that time, "TUNED" and "STEREO" (for a station. or > on the unit) repeatedly to select the desired preset number. 5 Press ENTER. 6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 to ... release it. A preset number appears. continued 13GB The frequency changes as described in steps 2 and 6 of the desired radio station as the system scans for an FM stereo program) appear. A preset number appears. 4 Press PRESET -/+ (or . Preset number 4 Press PRESET -/+ (or . Manual tuning preset You...
Operating Instructions
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... (Automatic Tuning). • To record the radio programs, use manual recording (page 17). * for MHC-GX25 and MHC-RG220 (except for European and Russian models) Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only) What is not properly received, the station name may not work properly ... improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially available external antenna. • When an FM stereo program has static noise, press FM MODE or STEREO/MONO* repeatedly until "MONO" appears. Tuner Listening to tune in the display. 15GB Manual Tuning 1 Press TUNER/BAND...
... (Automatic Tuning). • To record the radio programs, use manual recording (page 17). * for MHC-GX25 and MHC-RG220 (except for European and Russian models) Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only) What is not properly received, the station name may not work properly ... improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially available external antenna. • When an FM stereo program has static noise, press FM MODE or STEREO/MONO* repeatedly until "MONO" appears. Tuner Listening to tune in the display. 15GB Manual Tuning 1 Press TUNER/BAND...
Operating Instructions
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... M during operation. Tape deck The tape does not record or play, or there is no disc in stereo. • Press FM MODE (or STEREO/MONO for MHCGX25 and MHC-RG220 (except for European and Russian models)) until "MONO" disappears. If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the...
... M during operation. Tape deck The tape does not record or play, or there is no disc in stereo. • Press FM MODE (or STEREO/MONO for MHCGX25 and MHC-RG220 (except for European and Russian models)) until "MONO" disappears. If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the...
Operating Instructions
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... (reference): 120 + 120 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Music power output (reference): 240 + 240 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) MHC-RG310 DIN power output (rated): 80 + 80 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference): 100 + 100 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz,... jacks): voltage 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms GAME INPUT VIDEO (phono jack): 1Vp-p, 75 ohms Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 6 to 16 ohms. SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-GX45 and MHC- RG440S only): accepts impedance of 8 ohms or more VIDEO OUT (phono jack): max. output level 1Vp-p, ...
... (reference): 120 + 120 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Music power output (reference): 240 + 240 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) MHC-RG310 DIN power output (rated): 80 + 80 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference): 100 + 100 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz,... jacks): voltage 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms GAME INPUT VIDEO (phono jack): 1Vp-p, 75 ohms Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 6 to 16 ohms. SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-GX45 and MHC- RG440S only): accepts impedance of 8 ohms or more VIDEO OUT (phono jack): max. output level 1Vp-p, ...
Operating Instructions
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... AM loop antenna Antenna terminals External antenna terminal Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Speaker North American models: Front speaker SS-RG440 for MHC-GX45/ GX25 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Sub woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 3-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex type 13 cm,...system Semiconductor laser (λ=780 nm) Emission duration: continuous 2 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) 780 - 790 nm More than 90 dB More than 90 dB Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter 4-track 2-channel, stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony...
... AM loop antenna Antenna terminals External antenna terminal Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Speaker North American models: Front speaker SS-RG440 for MHC-GX45/ GX25 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Sub woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 3-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex type 13 cm,...system Semiconductor laser (λ=780 nm) Emission duration: continuous 2 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) 780 - 790 nm More than 90 dB More than 90 dB Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter 4-track 2-channel, stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony...
Operating Instructions
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... (18, 28) O - qj qa qh qs qg qd qf Remote control for MHC-GX25 and MHC-RG220 (except for European and Russian models) ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - Z ON/OFF qh (18) PLAY MODE wa (10, 12, 16) PRESET -/+ 5 (13, 14) REPEAT 8 (11) SLEEP 1 (20) STEREO/MONO 8 (15) SURROUND qa (19) TAPE A/B 9 (16, 17) TUNER/BAND qk...
... (18, 28) O - qj qa qh qs qg qd qf Remote control for MHC-GX25 and MHC-RG220 (except for European and Russian models) ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - Z ON/OFF qh (18) PLAY MODE wa (10, 12, 16) PRESET -/+ 5 (13, 14) REPEAT 8 (11) SLEEP 1 (20) STEREO/MONO 8 (15) SURROUND qa (19) TAPE A/B 9 (16, 17) TUNER/BAND qk...