MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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...program 17 - SOUND FLASH Creating a party environment 30 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting the speaker system 31 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting audio channel 31 - Playback Loading a disc 14 Playing a disc 14 - Sleep Timer Waking up the system 8 Positioning the speakers 12 Setting the clock 13 Disc - Repeat Play Creating your... 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 -
...program 17 - SOUND FLASH Creating a party environment 30 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting the speaker system 31 (MHC-GNX100 only) Selecting audio channel 31 - Playback Loading a disc 14 Playing a disc 14 - Sleep Timer Waking up the system 8 Positioning the speakers 12 Setting the clock 13 Disc - Repeat Play Creating your... 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 -
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... is used for models MHC-GNX100, MHC-GNX90, MHC-GNX88, MHC-GNX80, MHCGNX77, MHC-GNX70, MHC-GX9900, MHC-GNX66 and MHC-GNX60. Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX100 • Surround speakers SS-RSX80 The MHC-GNX77 consists of : - The MHC-GNX60 consists of : - Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX88 • Surround speakers SS-RSX80 The MHC-GNX80 consists of : - Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX88 • Surround speakers SS-RSX80 •...
... is used for models MHC-GNX100, MHC-GNX90, MHC-GNX88, MHC-GNX80, MHCGNX77, MHC-GNX70, MHC-GX9900, MHC-GNX66 and MHC-GNX60. Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX100 • Surround speakers SS-RSX80 The MHC-GNX77 consists of : - The MHC-GNX60 consists of : - Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX88 • Surround speakers SS-RSX80 The MHC-GNX80 consists of : - Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX88 • Surround speakers SS-RSX80 •...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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AM loop antenna FM lead antenna Surround speaker (Right) Subwoofer Surround speaker (Left) 3*1 5 5 2*3 4*4 6 3*1 2*2 2*2 1 Front speaker (Right) Unit *1 MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only *2 MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 only *3 MHC-GNX100 only *4 MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only 2*3 7 1 Front speaker (Left) 8GB Getting Started Hooking up the system Do the following procedures 1 to 7 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories (page 53).
AM loop antenna FM lead antenna Surround speaker (Right) Subwoofer Surround speaker (Left) 3*1 5 5 2*3 4*4 6 3*1 2*2 2*2 1 Front speaker (Right) Unit *1 MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only *2 MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 only *3 MHC-GNX100 only *4 MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only 2*3 7 1 Front speaker (Left) 8GB Getting Started Hooking up the system Do the following procedures 1 to 7 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories (page 53).
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... SUBWOOFER OUT terminal and the system cord to the VIDEO OUT jack with the supplied video cord. (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only) VIDEO OUT MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900 only SURR SPEAKLER R Grey When using a TV Turn on the speakers. Connect the speaker cords of the front speakers to the SURR SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Connect...
... SUBWOOFER OUT terminal and the system cord to the VIDEO OUT jack with the supplied video cord. (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only) VIDEO OUT MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900 only SURR SPEAKLER R Grey When using a TV Turn on the speakers. Connect the speaker cords of the front speakers to the SURR SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Connect...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... 220V 7 Connect the power cord to the position of the speaker terminals on and the demonstration automatically ends. If the supplied adaptor on page 40. Notes • Keep the speaker cords away from the plug (only for MHC-GNX90/GNX66/GNX60) Be sure to connect both left and right...appears in the display. When connecting speaker cords, insert the connectors straight into the terminals. When you press ?/1, the system turns on the unit and the connectors. • Be sure to match the color of your wall outlet, detach it . Set up optional components" on the plug does not ...
... 220V 7 Connect the power cord to the position of the speaker terminals on and the demonstration automatically ends. If the supplied adaptor on page 40. Notes • Keep the speaker cords away from the plug (only for MHC-GNX90/GNX66/GNX60) Be sure to connect both left and right...appears in the display. When connecting speaker cords, insert the connectors straight into the terminals. When you press ?/1, the system turns on the unit and the connectors. • Be sure to match the color of your wall outlet, detach it . Set up optional components" on the plug does not ...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... (size AA) batteries into the remote e E E e Attaching the speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. Use buttons on the system. 2 Press CD. 3 Make sure that all discs are removed from... to protect the disc mechanism. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones. Note If you do not use , the batteries should last for a long period of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from the unit. 4 Hold down CD, then press ...
... (size AA) batteries into the remote e E E e Attaching the speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. Use buttons on the system. 2 Press CD. 3 Make sure that all discs are removed from... to protect the disc mechanism. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones. Note If you do not use , the batteries should last for a long period of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from the unit. 4 Hold down CD, then press ...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... place the speakers. Unit Subwoofer* Front speaker (L) 0.3m Front speaker (R) 45° Surround speaker** (L) Surround speaker** (R) * MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only ** Except for MHC-GNX90/GNX66/GNX60 For MHC-GNX100 There are 2 different ways to occur so that a better bass reproduction could be obtained. Positioning the speakers For MHC-GNX90/GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ GNX70/GNX66/GNX60/GX9900 Place the front speakers at an...
... place the speakers. Unit Subwoofer* Front speaker (L) 0.3m Front speaker (R) 45° Surround speaker** (L) Surround speaker** (R) * MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only ** Except for MHC-GNX90/GNX66/GNX60 For MHC-GNX100 There are 2 different ways to occur so that a better bass reproduction could be obtained. Positioning the speakers For MHC-GNX90/GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ GNX70/GNX66/GNX60/GX9900 Place the front speakers at an...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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.... • Some time may be needed to a track other than MP3 audio tracks, the system cannot recognize the track properly and will generate a random noise which could damage your speaker. • This system can play back MP3 audio tracks in the format of MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3, MPEG 2 ...repeatedly). discs while playing Remove a disc Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. 1) The elapsed playing time may be displayed correctly depending on the MP3 audio tracks. 2) (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only) You cannot find a point in a track1)2) For audio CD, turn and hold ALBUM +/- Find a point in a track when ...
.... • Some time may be needed to a track other than MP3 audio tracks, the system cannot recognize the track properly and will generate a random noise which could damage your speaker. • This system can play back MP3 audio tracks in the format of MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3, MPEG 2 ...repeatedly). discs while playing Remove a disc Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. 1) The elapsed playing time may be displayed correctly depending on the MP3 audio tracks. 2) (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only) You cannot find a point in a track1)2) For audio CD, turn and hold ALBUM +/- Find a point in a track when ...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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...BOOSTER ON" is selected, "MP3 BOOSTER" lights up . Selecting the sound system (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900 only) You can improve the sound quality of MP3 audio tracks during "CD" function. MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 only Press SURR SPEAKER MODE repeatedly to select the sound mode you want. The surround sound is... of the room. Selecting the MP3 Booster effect You can enjoy different sounds by selecting the sound mode you want. MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only Press SURR SPEAKER MODE on the subwoofer lights up in the display. • MP3 Booster setting only can actually sense the size of...
...BOOSTER ON" is selected, "MP3 BOOSTER" lights up . Selecting the sound system (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900 only) You can improve the sound quality of MP3 audio tracks during "CD" function. MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 only Press SURR SPEAKER MODE repeatedly to select the sound mode you want. The surround sound is... of the room. Selecting the MP3 Booster effect You can enjoy different sounds by selecting the sound mode you want. MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only Press SURR SPEAKER MODE on the subwoofer lights up in the display. • MP3 Booster setting only can actually sense the size of...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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Using the subwoofer (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) You can use the sound of the subwoofer linked to the front speakers. Notes • If you turn MASTER VOLUME (or press VOLUME +/- SOUND FLASH With the sound flash function, you select "SPEAKERS B", the subwoofer is activated. Flashing sound effect - The ...flashing effect is turned off automatically. The sound cuts off the subwoofer Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the remote), the volume for all speakers will be able to listen to enhance the bass. 1 Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the remote) to adjust the volume of the subwoofer...
Using the subwoofer (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) You can use the sound of the subwoofer linked to the front speakers. Notes • If you turn MASTER VOLUME (or press VOLUME +/- SOUND FLASH With the sound flash function, you select "SPEAKERS B", the subwoofer is activated. Flashing sound effect - The ...flashing effect is turned off automatically. The sound cuts off the subwoofer Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the remote), the volume for all speakers will be able to listen to enhance the bass. 1 Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the remote) to adjust the volume of the subwoofer...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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...effect - Select To output sound AUTO WAVE1), In circular motion MANUAL WAVE2) AUTO FADER1), From front speakers to surround MANUAL FADER2) speakers or vice versa AUTO BAL1), From left speakers to the PHONES jack, X-ROUND mode automatically turned off and you want . Notes • If... change the sound movement from your listening position (see "Positioning the speakers for flashing effect. The name of selected X-ROUND mode appears and the X-ROUND lights up in the display. Creating a party environment (MHC-GNX100 only) You can create a party environment by turning the X-...
...effect - Select To output sound AUTO WAVE1), In circular motion MANUAL WAVE2) AUTO FADER1), From front speakers to surround MANUAL FADER2) speakers or vice versa AUTO BAL1), From left speakers to the PHONES jack, X-ROUND mode automatically turned off and you want . Notes • If... change the sound movement from your listening position (see "Positioning the speakers for flashing effect. The name of selected X-ROUND mode appears and the X-ROUND lights up in the display. Creating a party environment (MHC-GNX100 only) You can create a party environment by turning the X-...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... subwoofer is changed or the function is turned off automatically. Selecting audio channel - Sound Adjustment Selecting the speaker system (MHC-GNX100 only) You can select the speakers 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 ...
... subwoofer is changed or the function is turned off automatically. Selecting audio channel - Sound Adjustment Selecting the speaker system (MHC-GNX100 only) You can select the speakers 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 ...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... 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 echo adjust the echo effect. You need to connect an optional microphone. 1 Turn MIC ... If you can do so by turning MIC LEVEL. Tips • You can mix and record sound from the speakers or change the direction of the recorded sound signal (Auto Level Control function). 32GB Other operations To Do this Sing... on a tape manually" on your voice through the microphone only, you want to "MIN". * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only.
... 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 echo adjust the echo effect. You need to connect an optional microphone. 1 Turn MIC ... If you can do so by turning MIC LEVEL. Tips • You can mix and record sound from the speakers or change the direction of the recorded sound signal (Auto Level Control function). 32GB Other operations To Do this Sing... on a tape manually" on your voice through the microphone only, you want to "MIN". * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only.
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... Move the unit away from the TV or VCR. • Move the unit away from the source of the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting continued 43GB Press ?/1 (see step 7 of the unit? The clock/timer setting is canceled. • The power cord is no...Problems and remedies Should you encounter a problem with your system, do the following items. • (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) Is the system control cable connected correctly? • If your unit have set correctly. • Are you using the supplied speakers? • Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on ...
... Move the unit away from the TV or VCR. • Move the unit away from the source of the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting continued 43GB Press ?/1 (see step 7 of the unit? The clock/timer setting is canceled. • The power cord is no...Problems and remedies Should you encounter a problem with your system, do the following items. • (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) Is the system control cable connected correctly? • If your unit have set correctly. • Are you using the supplied speakers? • Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on ...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... from the fluorescent light. If the color irregularity still persists, place the speakers farther away from the component connected to the VIDEO/MD (AUDIO) IN jacks is distorted. •...disc tray and check whether a disc is in the display. • Contact your nearest Sony dealer. The disc tray does not close. • Load the disc correctly. •...speakers away from the first track. • The system is loaded. • Wipe the disc clean (page 48). • Reload the disc. • Load the disc that the speakers are connected correctly. * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only ** MHC...
... from the fluorescent light. If the color irregularity still persists, place the speakers farther away from the component connected to the VIDEO/MD (AUDIO) IN jacks is distorted. •...disc tray and check whether a disc is in the display. • Contact your nearest Sony dealer. The disc tray does not close. • Load the disc correctly. •...speakers away from the first track. • The system is loaded. • Wipe the disc clean (page 48). • Reload the disc. • Load the disc that the speakers are connected correctly. * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only ** MHC...
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...appear properly. • Use a disc that can play back than others. • After the system reads all tracks on the remote repeatedly until "m" disappears from the speaker cords as follow: - Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. • The record/...playback heads are magnetized. (see "Demagnetizing the tape heads" on page 49). * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only Troubleshooting continued 45GB Numbers...
...appear properly. • Use a disc that can play back than others. • After the system reads all tracks on the remote repeatedly until "m" disappears from the speaker cords as follow: - Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. • The record/...playback heads are magnetized. (see "Demagnetizing the tape heads" on page 49). * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only Troubleshooting continued 45GB Numbers...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... the seal on discs • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Should this system. Be sure to insert the plug fully into the system, unplug the system and have labels printed using . If you continuously use solvents such as it may not be possible ...sunlight • Use caution when placing the system or speakers on for the cooling fan. Additional Information Precautions On operating voltage Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of your nearest Sony dealer. Extremely hot or cold - Subject...
... the seal on discs • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Should this system. Be sure to insert the plug fully into the system, unplug the system and have labels printed using . If you continuously use solvents such as it may not be possible ...sunlight • Use caution when placing the system or speakers on for the cooling fan. Additional Information Precautions On operating voltage Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of your nearest Sony dealer. Extremely hot or cold - Subject...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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... mini jack): accepts headphones of 8 ohms or more FRONT SPEAKER: Use only the supplied speaker • SS-GNX100 (MHC-GNX100/ GNX80/GNX70/ GX9900) • SS-GNX90 (MHC-GNX90) • SS-GNX88 (MHC-GNX88/GNX77) • SS-GNX66 (MHC-GNX66) • SS-GNX60 (MHC-GNX60) SURROUND SPEAKER: Use only the supplied speaker • SS-RSX80 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/ GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900) • SS-RSX100 (MHC...
... mini jack): accepts headphones of 8 ohms or more FRONT SPEAKER: Use only the supplied speaker • SS-GNX100 (MHC-GNX100/ GNX80/GNX70/ GX9900) • SS-GNX90 (MHC-GNX90) • SS-GNX88 (MHC-GNX88/GNX77) • SS-GNX66 (MHC-GNX66) • SS-GNX60 (MHC-GNX60) SURROUND SPEAKER: Use only the supplied speaker • SS-RSX80 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/ GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900) • SS-RSX100 (MHC...
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....) 526 × 291 × 288 mm Mass (Approx.) 9.5 kg net per speaker • SS-GNX100 (MHC-GNX100/GNX80/ GNX70/GX9900) • SS-GNX60 (MHC-GNX60) Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 20 cm, cone type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Nominal impedance 6... (w/h/d) (Approx.) 280 × 416 × 305 mm Mass (Approx.) 6.5 kg net per speaker SS-RSX80 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ GNX70/GX9900) Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 13 cm, cone type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Nominal impedance 24 ohms Dimensions ...
....) 526 × 291 × 288 mm Mass (Approx.) 9.5 kg net per speaker • SS-GNX100 (MHC-GNX100/GNX80/ GNX70/GX9900) • SS-GNX60 (MHC-GNX60) Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 20 cm, cone type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Nominal impedance 6... (w/h/d) (Approx.) 280 × 416 × 305 mm Mass (Approx.) 6.5 kg net per speaker SS-RSX80 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ GNX70/GX9900) Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 13 cm, cone type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Nominal impedance 24 ohms Dimensions ...
MHCGX9900 Instructions (main component system)
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...Power requirements North American models: Australian model: Mexican model: Argentina models: Brazil model: Other models: Power consumption MHC-GNX100 MHC-GNX90 MHC-GNX88/GNX80 MHC-GNX77/GNX70 MHC-GX9900 MHC-GNX66/GNX60 120 V AC, 60 Hz 230 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 127 V AC, 60... Batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Front speaker pads (8) Surround speaker pads (8) (MHC-GNX100/ GNX88/GNX80/ GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900 only) Subwoofer pads (4) (MHC-GNX100/ GNX88/GNX80 only) Speaker cords (2) (MHC-GNX90 only) Video cord (1) (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/ GNX66 only) Design and specifications are subject to...
...Power requirements North American models: Australian model: Mexican model: Argentina models: Brazil model: Other models: Power consumption MHC-GNX100 MHC-GNX90 MHC-GNX88/GNX80 MHC-GNX77/GNX70 MHC-GX9900 MHC-GNX66/GNX60 120 V AC, 60 Hz 230 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 127 V AC, 60... Batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Front speaker pads (8) Surround speaker pads (8) (MHC-GNX100/ GNX88/GNX80/ GNX77/GNX70/ GX9900 only) Subwoofer pads (4) (MHC-GNX100/ GNX88/GNX80 only) Speaker cords (2) (MHC-GNX90 only) Video cord (1) (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/ GNX66 only) Design and specifications are subject to...