Limited Warranty (US Only)
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..., negligence, commercial use, or modification of the Product, including the antenna. This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. 4-557-172-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is within 90 days of the date of a service problem, or for...
..., negligence, commercial use, or modification of the Product, including the antenna. This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. 4-557-172-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is within 90 days of the date of a service problem, or for...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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MHC-GNX100 MHC-GNX90 MHC-GNX88/GNX80 MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 MHC-GNX66/GNX60 ©2005 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. Serial No. 2-547-453-11(2) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No.
MHC-GNX100 MHC-GNX90 MHC-GNX88/GNX80 MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 MHC-GNX66/GNX60 ©2005 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. Serial No. 2-547-453-11(2) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No.
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... ventilation of optical instruments with liquids, such as practical. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to Part 15 of the NEC that provides guidelines for help. This appliance is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to radio communications...
... ventilation of optical instruments with liquids, such as practical. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to Part 15 of the NEC that provides guidelines for help. This appliance is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to radio communications...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... to music 33 - Program Edit Recording on a disc into a tape 24 - Manual Recording Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound 26 Selecting the preset effect 26 Adjusting the graphic equalizer or selecting the surround effect .......... 27 Selecting the MP3 Booster effect ......... 28 Selecting the sound system 28 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ GNX70/GX9900 only) Using the subwoofer 29 (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) Flashing sound effect 29 - SOUND FLASH Creating a party environment 30 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting the speaker system 31 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting audio channel 31...
... to music 33 - Program Edit Recording on a disc into a tape 24 - Manual Recording Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound 26 Selecting the preset effect 26 Adjusting the graphic equalizer or selecting the surround effect .......... 27 Selecting the MP3 Booster effect ......... 28 Selecting the sound system 28 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ GNX70/GX9900 only) Using the subwoofer 29 (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) Flashing sound effect 29 - SOUND FLASH Creating a party environment 30 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting the speaker system 31 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting audio channel 31...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... SYSTEM CONTROL jack Black (#) Red (3) 2 Connect the surround speakers. MHC-GNX100 only SURR SPEAKLER R Grey To disconnect Note Be sure to make this connection before you connect the unit's power cord to a wall outlet. 4 Connect the video input jack of the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal and the system cord to the SURR SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Connect the speaker cords of the surround speakers to the SYSTEM CONTROL jack as shown below . Getting Started 1 Connect the front speakers. SUBWOOFER...
... SYSTEM CONTROL jack Black (#) Red (3) 2 Connect the surround speakers. MHC-GNX100 only SURR SPEAKLER R Grey To disconnect Note Be sure to make this connection before you connect the unit's power cord to a wall outlet. 4 Connect the video input jack of the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal and the system cord to the SURR SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Connect the speaker cords of the surround speakers to the SYSTEM CONTROL jack as shown below . Getting Started 1 Connect the front speakers. SUBWOOFER...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... the remote repeatedly). If there are many layers. • When the disc is a disc Press one of the DISC 1 ~ 3 buttons (Automatic Source Selection). Other operations To Do this system is 300. • Depending on the encoding/writing software, recording device, or the recording media used at the time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may encounter problems such as cannot play back, sound interruptions...
... the remote repeatedly). If there are many layers. • When the disc is a disc Press one of the DISC 1 ~ 3 buttons (Automatic Source Selection). Other operations To Do this system is 300. • Depending on the encoding/writing software, recording device, or the recording media used at the time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may encounter problems such as cannot play back, sound interruptions...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... selected, disc access time is 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for Saudi Arabian models) Use buttons on the remote. appears in "Manual tuning preset" on automatically and "AM 10k STEP" or "AM 9k STEP" appears in the display. The factory settings for AM tuning interval is increased. • You cannot change the AM tuning interval in the Power Saving Mode (page 36). Preset number 5 Turn TUNING +/- To set the CD power manage function to store other stations. A preset number flashes...
... selected, disc access time is 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for Saudi Arabian models) Use buttons on the remote. appears in "Manual tuning preset" on automatically and "AM 10k STEP" or "AM 9k STEP" appears in the display. The factory settings for AM tuning interval is increased. • You cannot change the AM tuning interval in the Power Saving Mode (page 36). Preset number 5 Turn TUNING +/- To set the CD power manage function to store other stations. A preset number flashes...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... "MANUAL" lights up in the display. There will improve. • To record the radio programs, see "Presetting radio stations" on page 19). 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to tune in the display. 3 Turn TUNING +/- Manual Tuning 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select "FM" or "AM". 2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote repeatedly) to select "TUNER". • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect an external antenna. 21GB or >+ on the remote repeatedly to select the preset station you...
... "MANUAL" lights up in the display. There will improve. • To record the radio programs, see "Presetting radio stations" on page 19). 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to tune in the display. 3 Turn TUNING +/- Manual Tuning 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select "FM" or "AM". 2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote repeatedly) to select "TUNER". • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect an external antenna. 21GB or >+ on the remote repeatedly to select the preset station you...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... of "Recording on a tape manually" ). • For recording from connected components (see "Hooking up optional components" on page 40). 1 Load a recordable tape into Deck B. 2 Press CD, TAPE A/B, TUNER/BAND, TV or VIDEO/MD (or FUNCTION on the remote repeatedly until "ALBM" lights up in the display. "REC" lights up in the display. To stop recording Press x. To record from the tape: If you set the direction to a tape manually: You can also...
... of "Recording on a tape manually" ). • For recording from connected components (see "Hooking up optional components" on page 40). 1 Load a recordable tape into Deck B. 2 Press CD, TAPE A/B, TUNER/BAND, TV or VIDEO/MD (or FUNCTION on the remote repeatedly until "ALBM" lights up in the display. "REC" lights up in the display. To stop recording Press x. To record from the tape: If you set the direction to a tape manually: You can also...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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...: GROOVE ON* t GROOVE OFF * The volume switches to select the preset effect you want. Tips • The default setting is "GROOVE ON". • When "GROOVE ON" is selected, "GROOVE" lights up in the display. 26GB Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. Selecting the preset effect Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise (or press EQ on the remote repeatedly) to power mode and the equalizer curve changes.
...: GROOVE ON* t GROOVE OFF * The volume switches to select the preset effect you want. Tips • The default setting is "GROOVE ON". • When "GROOVE ON" is selected, "GROOVE" lights up in the display. 26GB Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. Selecting the preset effect Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise (or press EQ on the remote repeatedly) to power mode and the equalizer curve changes.
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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MHC-GNX100/GNX66/GNX60 only Press SURROUND repeatedly. A user equalizer number flashes in the display. 5 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise to select a user equalizer number (1~3) you want to store the equalizer setting. 6 Press ENTER. Tip If you selected in the memory. 1 Press EQ BAND repeatedly to select a frequency band or surround effect. 2 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the level of other frequency bands. 4 Press ENTER. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically...
MHC-GNX100/GNX66/GNX60 only Press SURROUND repeatedly. A user equalizer number flashes in the display. 5 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise to select a user equalizer number (1~3) you want to store the equalizer setting. 6 Press ENTER. Tip If you selected in the memory. 1 Press EQ BAND repeatedly to select a frequency band or surround effect. 2 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the level of other frequency bands. 4 Press ENTER. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... disc is changed . 31GB Selecting audio channel - Sound Adjustment Selecting the speaker system (MHC-GNX100 only) You can switch the sound to cancel the vocals and listen only to the instruments from CD DIGITAL OUT jack will become monaural. • When a disc with the vocals on one channel and the instruments on the other channel), you can select the speakers you want to turn on the system, the last selected speaker system indicator on the subwoofer lights...
... disc is changed . 31GB Selecting audio channel - Sound Adjustment Selecting the speaker system (MHC-GNX100 only) You can switch the sound to cancel the vocals and listen only to the instruments from CD DIGITAL OUT jack will become monaural. • When a disc with the vocals on one channel and the instruments on the other channel), you can select the speakers you want to turn on the system, the last selected speaker system indicator on the subwoofer lights...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... a tape with the side you press the button, the minute display (the turn off at a preset time. Timer Timer Falling asleep to play back facing forward. • Radio: Tune in the display, then "PLAY SET?" To start playback. flashes in the display. ** You cannot check the remaining time if you want (see "Setting the clock" on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the music source you want to play back. • Disc...
... a tape with the side you press the button, the minute display (the turn off at a preset time. Timer Timer Falling asleep to play back facing forward. • Radio: Tune in the display, then "PLAY SET?" To start playback. flashes in the display. ** You cannot check the remaining time if you want (see "Setting the clock" on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the music source you want to play back. • Disc...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... minute indication start from the front side. or >+ repeatedly (or turn . > on the remote for the operation. 1 Tune in the display. "ON" appears and the hour indication flashes in the display, then "PLAY SET?" or >+ repeatedly (or turn off the system. "SET" appears in the display. 4 Set the time to select "REC SELECT?", then press ENTER. Timer Timer recording radio programs You can record a preset radio station from step 1. 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER...
... minute indication start from the front side. or >+ repeatedly (or turn . > on the remote for the operation. 1 Tune in the display. "ON" appears and the hour indication flashes in the display, then "PLAY SET?" or >+ repeatedly (or turn off the system. "SET" appears in the display. 4 Set the time to select "REC SELECT?", then press ENTER. Timer Timer recording radio programs You can record a preset radio station from step 1. 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... digital input jack of the optional MD deck to this jack. 40GB Refer to these jacks. You can then output audio signal through this system. B VIDEO/MD (AUDIO IN) L/R jacks Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio output jacks of an MP3 audio track. • (For MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66) If "MPX L" or "MPX R" is selected, the digital audio output from this system. You can then record digital audio from this jack will become monaural. Optional Components Hooking up optional components...
... digital input jack of the optional MD deck to this jack. 40GB Refer to these jacks. You can then output audio signal through this system. B VIDEO/MD (AUDIO IN) L/R jacks Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio output jacks of an MP3 audio track. • (For MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66) If "MPX L" or "MPX R" is selected, the digital audio output from this system. You can then record digital audio from this jack will become monaural. Optional Components Hooking up optional components...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... source of "Hooking up to the PHONES jack. • Check the speaker connections (page 9). • There is no sound. • Turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise (or press VOLUME + on the system. • The demonstration mode started. Press ?/1 (see step 7 of noise. • Connect the unit to a different wall outlet. • Install a noise filter (commercially available) to 36) again. There is no microphone sound. • Turn MASTER VOLUME (or press VOLUME +/- Redo "Presetting radio stations...
... source of "Hooking up to the PHONES jack. • Check the speaker connections (page 9). • There is no sound. • Turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise (or press VOLUME + on the system. • The demonstration mode started. Press ?/1 (see step 7 of noise. • Connect the unit to a different wall outlet. • Install a noise filter (commercially available) to 36) again. There is no microphone sound. • Turn MASTER VOLUME (or press VOLUME +/- Redo "Presetting radio stations...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... cause problems with your nearest Sony dealer. When you press VIDEO/MD, switch to "MD" function (see "To switch between the remote and the unit. • Move the remote closer to skip. Press PLAY MODE on the subwoofer. Disc access takes a longer time. • Set CD power manage function to a place without vibration (e.g., on top of the microphone. Playback does not start from the speakers or change the direction of...
... cause problems with your nearest Sony dealer. When you press VIDEO/MD, switch to "MD" function (see "To switch between the remote and the unit. • Move the remote closer to skip. Press PLAY MODE on the subwoofer. Disc access takes a longer time. • Set CD power manage function to a place without vibration (e.g., on top of the microphone. Playback does not start from the speakers or change the direction of...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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...; Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. • Set CD power manage function to Z) - Lower cases (a to play back to 9) - A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo. • Press FM MODE on the discs, playback may not be displayed correctly. Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. • The record/playback heads are dirty (see "Demagnetizing the tape heads" on page 49). the number of...
...; Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. • Set CD power manage function to Z) - Lower cases (a to play back to 9) - A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo. • Press FM MODE on the discs, playback may not be displayed correctly. Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. • The record/playback heads are dirty (see "Demagnetizing the tape heads" on page 49). the number of...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... the same time. No Disc There is reading information of the tape in Deck A. • The system only can play back front side of the disc. or >+ on the remote during operation. You have pressed PLAY MODE on the remote), "Not in Use" flashes in the tape deck. 46GB Reading The system is no tape in the display. • The system does not has AMS (Automatic Music Sensor) function. Some buttons are not...
... the same time. No Disc There is reading information of the tape in Deck A. • The system only can play back front side of the disc. or >+ on the remote during operation. You have pressed PLAY MODE on the remote), "Not in Use" flashes in the tape deck. 46GB Reading The system is no tape in the display. • The system does not has AMS (Automatic Music Sensor) function. Some buttons are not...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... optical connector jack, rear panel) Wave length 660 nm Output Level -18 dBm Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter 4-track 2-channel stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I tape ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC) 0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ±0.2% W.Peak (DIN) Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range Antenna Antenna terminals Intermediate frequency 87.5 - 108.0 MHz FM lead antenna 75 ohm unbalanced 10.7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range...
... optical connector jack, rear panel) Wave length 660 nm Output Level -18 dBm Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter 4-track 2-channel stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I tape ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC) 0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ±0.2% W.Peak (DIN) Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range Antenna Antenna terminals Intermediate frequency 87.5 - 108.0 MHz FM lead antenna 75 ohm unbalanced 10.7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range...