Limited Warranty (US Only)
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...-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 valid only in Japan For your authorized dealer, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or visit the Sony Web Site: www.sony.com For an accessory or part not available from state to service the Product. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS...
...-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 valid only in Japan For your authorized dealer, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or visit the Sony Web Site: www.sony.com For an accessory or part not available from state to service the Product. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No Serial No MHC-GX555/GX355/GX255 MHC-RG575S/RG475S/RG470/ RG270/RG170 ©2005 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. 2-580-011-12(1) 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 Serial No MHC-GX555/GX355/GX255 MHC-RG575S/RG475S/RG470/ RG270/RG170 ©2005 Sony Corporation Record the serial number in the space provided below. 2-580-011-12(1) Mini HI-FI Component System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit.
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in cabinet. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in particular, specifies that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a particular installation. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony...
... operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in cabinet. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in particular, specifies that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a particular installation. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... components......... 27 Troubleshooting Problems and remedies 28 Messages 31 Additional Information Precautions 32 Specifications 34 List of Contents How to music 22 - Power Saving Mode Viewing information about the disc in the display 25 Changing the Power illuminator........... 26 Viewing the tuner information in the display 26 Optional Components Hooking up the system 6 Setting the clock 9 CD/MP3 - Preset Tuning - Manual Tuning Using the Radio Data System (RDS).... 16 (European model only) Tape - Play Timer Timer recording radio programs...
... components......... 27 Troubleshooting Problems and remedies 28 Messages 31 Additional Information Precautions 32 Specifications 34 List of Contents How to music 22 - Power Saving Mode Viewing information about the disc in the display 25 Changing the Power illuminator........... 26 Viewing the tuner information in the display 26 Optional Components Hooking up the system 6 Setting the clock 9 CD/MP3 - Preset Tuning - Manual Tuning Using the Radio Data System (RDS).... 16 (European model only) Tape - Play Timer Timer recording radio programs...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... ISO96601) Level 1/Level 2, Joliet or Multi Session2) • Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on a CD-ROM. Discs that has the adhesive, cellophane tape, or a sticker still left on it. 1) ISO9660 Format The most common international standard for the logical format of files and folders on this manual This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but...
... ISO96601) Level 1/Level 2, Joliet or Multi Session2) • Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on a CD-ROM. Discs that has the adhesive, cellophane tape, or a sticker still left on it. 1) ISO9660 Format The most common international standard for the logical format of files and folders on this manual This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... speaker (left speaker cords to the SPEAKER terminals as shown below . Connect the right and left ) 2 Connect the sub woofer. (MHC-GX555/RG575S/RG475S only) Connect the speaker cords to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Insert only the stripped portion Red/Solid (3) Black/Stripe (#) Black Red 6GB A model equipped with a sub woofer is used for illustration purpose. AM loop antenna FM lead antenna Sub woofer* Front speaker (right) * MHC-GX555/RG575S/RG475S only 1 Connect...
... speaker (left speaker cords to the SPEAKER terminals as shown below . Connect the right and left ) 2 Connect the sub woofer. (MHC-GX555/RG575S/RG475S only) Connect the speaker cords to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Insert only the stripped portion Red/Solid (3) Black/Stripe (#) Black Red 6GB A model equipped with a sub woofer is used for illustration purpose. AM loop antenna FM lead antenna Sub woofer* Front speaker (right) * MHC-GX555/RG575S/RG475S only 1 Connect...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... a preset station - When you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially available external antenna. To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure. CD power is poor, set CD player power off by manually tuning in the station. Use buttons on page 14). 1 Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TUNER. 2 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to turn off the system. Preset Tuning Preset radio stations...
... a preset station - When you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially available external antenna. To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure. CD power is poor, set CD player power off by manually tuning in the station. Use buttons on page 14). 1 Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TUNER. 2 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to turn off the system. Preset Tuning Preset radio stations...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... "AUTO" and "PRESET" disappear from the FM band. Manual Tuning 1 Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TUNER. 2 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to access the disc. There will improve. • Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until "AUTO" appears in the display. When you tune in a station that allows radio stations to non-preset radio station - The frequency indication changes and scanning stops when the system tunes in the desired station. Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model...
... "AUTO" and "PRESET" disappear from the FM band. Manual Tuning 1 Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TUNER. 2 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to access the disc. There will improve. • Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until "AUTO" appears in the display. When you tune in a station that allows radio stations to non-preset radio station - The frequency indication changes and scanning stops when the system tunes in the desired station. Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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.../Sound Adjustment Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can use the sound of the sub woofer linked to the system. Tip You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. Note Make sure to turn off the SUBWOOFER ON/OFF indicator when the sub woofer is not connected to the front speakers. Each time you desire. The preset name appears in the display. Sound effect options "SURR" appears if you press the button, the display changes...
.../Sound Adjustment Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can use the sound of the sub woofer linked to the system. Tip You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. Note Make sure to turn off the SUBWOOFER ON/OFF indicator when the sub woofer is not connected to the front speakers. Each time you desire. The preset name appears in the display. Sound effect options "SURR" appears if you press the button, the display changes...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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.... Deck B stands by selecting the CD function and not playing a disc. • When high level sound signals are input, the system automatically adjusts the recording level to prevent distortion of the microphone. • If you desire. Tips • If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from MIC jack, then press MULTIPLEX repeatedly until TAPE A is performing the AMS operation (page 17). Each time you press the button, the display changes...
.... Deck B stands by selecting the CD function and not playing a disc. • When high level sound signals are input, the system automatically adjusts the recording level to prevent distortion of the microphone. • If you desire. Tips • If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from MIC jack, then press MULTIPLEX repeatedly until TAPE A is performing the AMS operation (page 17). Each time you press the button, the display changes...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... to the radio" on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the sound source you want . to select "PLAY SET", then press ENTER. or > repeatedly to music at a preset time. Timer Falling asleep to play facing forward. • Tuner: Tune in 100 minutes or after a certain time, so that you press the button, the minute display (the turn off after the current disc or tape finishes playing. Waking up to set the hour...
... to the radio" on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the sound source you want . to select "PLAY SET", then press ENTER. or > repeatedly to music at a preset time. Timer Falling asleep to play facing forward. • Tuner: Tune in 100 minutes or after a certain time, so that you press the button, the minute display (the turn off after the current disc or tape finishes playing. Waking up to set the hour...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... not canceled manually. "ON" appears and the hour indication flashes. 4 Set the time to turn , before the preset time. continued 23GB Cancel the timer 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. 2 Press . Timer recording radio programs - or > repeatedly to a preset station" on the remote for the operation. 1 Tune in turn off the system. or > repeatedly to set the minute, then press ENTER. 5 Set the time to stop time, and the sound source appear in turn, before the...
... not canceled manually. "ON" appears and the hour indication flashes. 4 Set the time to turn , before the preset time. continued 23GB Cancel the timer 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. 2 Press . Timer recording radio programs - or > repeatedly to a preset station" on the remote for the operation. 1 Tune in turn off the system. or > repeatedly to set the minute, then press ENTER. 5 Set the time to stop time, and the sound source appear in turn, before the...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... Play Timer and the Sleep Timer at the preset time, the Rec Timer will not be turned off until the demonstration display or the clock display disappears. changing the AM tuning interval (except for European, Russian and Saudi Arabian models) - Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off) and the clock display can be activated. • The volume is reduced to operate in Power Saving Mode...
... Play Timer and the Sleep Timer at the preset time, the Rec Timer will not be turned off until the demonstration display or the clock display disappears. changing the AM tuning interval (except for European, Russian and Saudi Arabian models) - Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off) and the clock display can be activated. • The volume is reduced to operate in Power Saving Mode...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... to the sound from the speaker may cause distortion. • If the connected component has the BASS BOOST or MEGA BASS function, be sure to turn off the function when using the AUDIO IN. Listening to the operating instructions provided with each component. See "Hooking up the volume of an optional analog component Optional Components A AUDIO IN jack Use audio cord (not supplied) to connect an optional analog component (Portable Audio Player, etc.) to this system. See "Recording on a tape manually" on...
... to the sound from the speaker may cause distortion. • If the connected component has the BASS BOOST or MEGA BASS function, be sure to turn off the function when using the AUDIO IN. Listening to the operating instructions provided with each component. See "Hooking up the volume of an optional analog component Optional Components A AUDIO IN jack Use audio cord (not supplied) to connect an optional analog component (Portable Audio Player, etc.) to this system. See "Recording on a tape manually" on...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... power cord and turn VOLUME control on the rear of the system? General The display starts flashing as soon as possible. • Connect the supplied speakers. Set the clock (page 9) and timer settings (pages 22 and 23) again. The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is no audio output during the Rec Timer. Sound lacks bass. • Check that the speaker's + and - The timer does not function. • Check the timer setting and set . • Set...
... power cord and turn VOLUME control on the rear of the system? General The display starts flashing as soon as possible. • Connect the supplied speakers. Set the clock (page 9) and timer settings (pages 22 and 23) again. The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is no audio output during the Rec Timer. Sound lacks bass. • Check that the speaker's + and - The timer does not function. • Check the timer setting and set . • Set...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... sure your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Trying to press the tray closed with the label side up. • Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on the disc, then leave the system turned on after 15 to 30 minutes. the number of the microphone. Play does not start from the speakers or change the direction of albums or...
... sure your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Trying to press the tray closed with the label side up. • Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on the disc, then leave the system turned on after 15 to 30 minutes. the number of the microphone. Play does not start from the speakers or change the direction of albums or...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... 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 ?/1 to the factory settings. Demagnetize them (page 33). 30GB The tape does not erase completely. • The record/playback heads are dirty. Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. ("TUNED" or "STEREO" flashes in the expansion format. • The disc ID3 tag is...
... 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 ?/1 to the factory settings. Demagnetize them (page 33). 30GB The tape does not erase completely. • The record/playback heads are dirty. Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. ("TUNED" or "STEREO" flashes in the expansion format. • The disc ID3 tag is...
MHCGX355 Instructions (model of entire system)
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... system. • If you continuously use this system at the qualified service shop. On the speaker system (Except for Mexican model) This speaker system is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on TV sets may condense on again. IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is not magnetically shielded and the picture on your television screen indefinitely. On operation • If the system is connected...
... system. • If you continuously use this system at the qualified service shop. On the speaker system (Except for Mexican model) This speaker system is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on TV sets may condense on again. IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is not magnetically shielded and the picture on your television screen indefinitely. On operation • If the system is connected...
Marketing Specifications
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...) s 3 Way Main Speakers with Hybrid Dual 5" Woofers for Maximum Bass s 3 Disc CD Changer with Play Exchange s CD-R/CD-RW1 with MP3 Playback Capability s Full Logic Dual Cassette Deck s Tuner with 20 FM/10 AM Station Presets s Center Volume Knob with Illumination s 8 Preset EQ with 3 Band Control v PC/Audio In for Digital Music Players or PC Input s Bass Reflex Speaker System s Synchronized CD/Cassette Dubbing s Virtual Surround Sound Mode s Three Timer Functions s Groove Bass Boost Function Please visit...
...) s 3 Way Main Speakers with Hybrid Dual 5" Woofers for Maximum Bass s 3 Disc CD Changer with Play Exchange s CD-R/CD-RW1 with MP3 Playback Capability s Full Logic Dual Cassette Deck s Tuner with 20 FM/10 AM Station Presets s Center Volume Knob with Illumination s 8 Preset EQ with 3 Band Control v PC/Audio In for Digital Music Players or PC Input s Bass Reflex Speaker System s Synchronized CD/Cassette Dubbing s Virtual Surround Sound Mode s Three Timer Functions s Groove Bass Boost Function Please visit...
Marketing Specifications
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... allows 2 discs to be changed while the third continues to play integration with 20 FM/10 AM Station Presets Provides easy access to the most listened to as the midrange. s 8 Preset EQ with 3 Band Control Creates enhanced sound modes for ease of Sony. Standby: TBD Output Power: Amplifier: 150 Watts Per Channel x 2 (RMS 10% THD, 120-10kHz) Speaker System: 5" Woofer Driver; 5" Front Sub-Woofer Driver; 2" Mid-Tweeter Driver Speaker Type: 3 Way Type Dimensions (Approx.): Speaker: 9.52...
... allows 2 discs to be changed while the third continues to play integration with 20 FM/10 AM Station Presets Provides easy access to the most listened to as the midrange. s 8 Preset EQ with 3 Band Control Creates enhanced sound modes for ease of Sony. Standby: TBD Output Power: Amplifier: 150 Watts Per Channel x 2 (RMS 10% THD, 120-10kHz) Speaker System: 5" Woofer Driver; 5" Front Sub-Woofer Driver; 2" Mid-Tweeter Driver Speaker Type: 3 Way Type Dimensions (Approx.): Speaker: 9.52...
