Sony HCD-GX750 Operating Instructions

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  • Sony HCD-GX750 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No Serial No MHC-GX750/GX450/GX250 MHC-RG555
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    the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION The use cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Note to CATV
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    MHC-GX750 only) If you have any questions about this product, you may call; Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ The Number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HCD-GX750
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    manually 20 - Manual Recording Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound 21 Using the sub woofer 21 (MHC-GX750/GX450/ MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/ RG551S/RG444S/RG441/ RG333/RX550 only) Optional Components Hooking up optional components......... 29 Transmitter 30 (MHC-GX750 only) Troubleshooting Problems
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    manual This manual mainly explains operations using the remote logo CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files*) * MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/RG551S/RG444S/ RG441/RG333/RG222/RG221/RX550 only Discs the Track-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called the Lead-in and end at an area called
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    has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device. • Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not ended by "closing the session" are not supported. • The system may be unable to play MP3 format files that do not
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    as shown below. Insert only the stripped portion Red R L + - Red/Solid (3) Black/Stripe (#) Black Front speaker (left) 2 Connect the sub woofer. (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/ RX550 only) Connect the speaker cords to the SUB WOOFER OUT jack and CONTROL jack as shown below. SUB WOOFER OUT jack
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    not fit the wall socket, detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for models equipped with an adaptor). Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally North American model: Connect white side. Other models: Connect brown side. Note If you do not use the
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    sub woofer away from the center of the room or eliminate the cause 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. Use buttons on the unit for the
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    Setting the clock Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour. 4 Press ENTER. 5 Press . or > repeatedly
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    - Normal Play/Shuffle Play This system lets you play audio CDs and discs with MP3 audio tracks. MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on MHC-GX250, MHC-RG121 and MHC-RG100. Example: When a disc is loaded Disc tray number Track number To insert additional discs, press DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE to rotate the
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    2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until the mode you want appears in the display. Select ALL DISCS (Normal Play) 1DISC (Normal Play) ALBM (Normal Play) ALL DISCS SHUF (Shuffle Play) 1DISC SHUF (Shuffle Play) ALBM SHUF (Shuffle Play) PGM (Program Play) 3 Press N. To play All discs in the
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    time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may encounter such problems as disabled playback, sound interruptions, and noise. Playing repeatedly - track on a disc repeatedly. MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on MHC-GX250, MHC-RG121 and MHC-RG100. Press REPEAT until "REP" or "REP1" appears. REP: For
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    you want to play them. You can synchro record the programmed tracks onto a cassette tape (page 19). MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on MHC-GX250, MHC-RG121 and MHC-RG100. 1 Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to CD. 2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until "PGM" appears
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    " (for an FM stereo program) appear. If "TUNED" does not appear and the scanning does not stop Set the frequency of the desired radio station as described in steps 3 through 8 of "Manual tuning preset" (page 15). 5 Press TUNER MEMORY. A preset number appears. Preset number 6 Press - or + (or TUNING
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    (except for European, Russian and Saudi Arabian models and Australian model MHC-RG444S) The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station. Listening to a preset station - Preset Tuning Preset
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    stereo program has static noise, press FM MODE repeatedly until "MONO" appears. There will be no stereo ). • To record the radio programs, use manual recording (page 20). Using the Radio Data System Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information
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    want to play/record facing forward. With the side you want to play/record facing forward. Playing a tape You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. For MHC-RG555 1 Load a tape. 2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select g to play one side. Select j1) to play both sides. To play both decks in succession
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    is adjusted automatically. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 1 Load a recordable tape into deck B, then press TAPE A/B repeatedly to select deck B. 2 (MHC-RG555 only) Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select g to record on one side. Select j (or RELAY) to record on both sides. When you want to
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    again from the beginning of the reverse side. Recording on a tape manually - Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a CD, MD*: To record from the connected VCR or MD to VIDEO/MD IN jacks. * MHC-RG555 only 4 Press REC PAUSE/START. Deck B stands by for recording. "REC"
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    power mode, the equalizer curve changes, and "GROOVE" lights up. Using the sub woofer (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/ RX550 only) You can use the sound of the sub woofer to suit the You can use VOLUME +/- (or VOLUME control on the unit) to adjust the volume of the sub woofer linked to the front
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    Selecting the sound effect Selecting the effect from the music menu Press EQ (or PRESET EQ on the unit) repeatedly to select the preset you desire. The preset name appears in the display. See the chart "Sound effect options". To cancel the sound effect Press EFFECT ON/OFF on the unit. Sound
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    start recording while Game Mixing is activated, Game Mixing is canceled. To record the mixed sound, press GAME MIXING after step 4 of "Recording on a tape manually" on page 20, and then press REC PAUSE/START to start the recording. • The game sound is not output while the tape deck is performing
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    Singing along (MHC-RG555 only) You can sing along by connecting an optional microphone. 1 Turn MIC LEVEL on the unit to MIN to turn down the microphone control level. 2 Connect an optional microphone to MIC. 3 Start playing the music. 4 Adjust the microphone volume by turning MIC LEVEL on the unit.
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    wake up to music at a preset time. Make sure you have set the clock (see "Setting the clock" on page 10). Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the sound source you want to play. • CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific track, make a program (see "Creating your own
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    the radio station (see "Presetting radio stations" on page 15) and set the clock (see "Setting the clock" on page 10). Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Tune in the preset radio station (see "Listening to a preset station" on page 16). 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press . or > repeatedly
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    in Power Saving Mode. - setting the clock - changing the AM tuning interval (except for European, Russian and Saudi Arabian models and Australian model MHC-RG444S) - turning on the system by pressing the function buttons (e.g., CD) Tips • The timer continues to operate in Power Saving Mode
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    . However, depending on the encoding/writing software or recording device, the characters may not be correctly displayed. Changing the Power illuminator (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/RG551S/ RG444S/RG441/RG333/RX550 only) Press ILLUMINATION on the unit. Each time you press the button, the power illuminator
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    system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. A model equipped with a sub ) to connect the video input of TV to this jack. D VIDEO/MD IN jacks (MHC-RG555 only) Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio output of the optional
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    do the same procedure. • When you connect a VIDEO CD deck, set to "MD". Transmitter (MHC-GX750 only) Hooking up the transmitter 1 Set the transmitter by the following procedures. Select either AUDIO IN A (TV, VCR, Personal computer, etc.) to headphones (stereo phone jack) or LINE OUT jack
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    you connect an optional component to the AUDIO IN A jacks of the transmitter. Connecting to the AUDIO IN B jack, the switch has no effect. • If stereo mini jack is connected to LINE OUT and the NOISE FILTER is set to ON, audio output will be reduced and audio signal may be
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    Listening to audio using wireless system 1 Start playing the connected component. 2 Press WIRELESS on the unit to switch the function to WIRELESS. When the sound is distorted 1 Move CHANNEL 1-3 on the transmitter to select a radio frequency. CHANNEL 1: 913.6 MHz CHANNEL 2: 914.0 MHz CHANNEL 3: 914.4
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    problem in the troubleshooting checklist below and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Sony 26) There is no sound. • Press VOLUME +/- or turn VOLUME control on the unit clockwise. • Make sure the headphones are not connected
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    appear correctly.* • Use a disc that conforms with ISO9660 level 1, level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format. • The disc ID3 tag is not ver. 1 nor ver. 2. * MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/RG551S/RG444S/ RG441/RG333/RG222/RG221/RX550 only 34GB
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    surrounding electrical equipment. A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo. • Press FM MODE repeatedly until "STEREO" appears. Tape deck (page 38). • The tape has wound to the end. Transmitter (MHC-GX750 only) There is no sound. • Check the connection of the optional Troubleshooting 35GB
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    Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation. CD/MP3 NO DISC There is no disc in the player or you have loaded a disc that cannot be played on this system (such as DVD, VCD, or CD-ROM without MP3 audio tracks, etc.). OVER You have reached the end of the
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    any further. • AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop. On placement • Do not place the system in an inclined position out any disc. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Notes on discs • Before playing, clean
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    Cleaning the cabinet Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette. Specifications Main unit Amplifier section AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS (MHC-GX750/GX450/GX250/RX550 USA models only) MHC-GX750/RX550
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    MHC-GX450 Front speaker Continuous RMS power output (reference): 125 + 125 watts (6 ohms at 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
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    10 kilohms Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 8 ohms or more VIDEO OUT (phono jack): max. output level 1Vp-p, unbalanced, Sync negative, load impedance 75 ohms SPEAKER: accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-GX750/GX450/ RG551S/RG444S/RX550 only
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    -GX750/ RX550 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass Bass-reflex type 20 cm, cone type 6 ohms Approx. 267 × 327 × 365 mm Approx. 7.5 kg Front speaker SS-RG444 for MHC-GX450/ GX250 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Sub woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance
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    with voltage selector Other models: 120 V, 220 V or 230 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Adjustable with voltage selector Power consumption USA models: MHC-GX750/RX550: MHC-GX450: MHC-GX250: Canadian models: MHC-GX750: MHC-GX450: MHC-GX250: 230 watts 265 watts 205 watts 280 VA 330 VA 260 VA 42GB
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    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 (12) MHC-GX250
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    20, 23, 24) Remote sensor 4 SURROUND 8 ( wg (15, 16) VIDEO/MD3) ea (20, 30) VOLUME control w; (21) WIRELESS4) ea (32) 1 2345 6 ?/1 ( MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/ RG551S/RG444S/RG441/ RG333/RG222/RG221/RX550 only 2) MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/ RG551S/RG444S/RG441/ RG333/RX550 only 3) MHC-RG555 only 4) MHC-GX750
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    Sub woofer (MHC-GX750/GX450/RG551S/RG444S/RX550 only) ALPHABETICAL ORDER Indicator 1 SUB WOOFER ON/OFF 2 (21) 12 Additional Information continued 45GB
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    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - E ALBUM -* qd (12, 14) ALBUM +* qa (12, 14) qh (10, 12, 19) N (play) 8 (12, 18) X (pause) 8 (12, 19) x (stop) 8 (12, 19) * MHC-GX750/GX450/RG555/ RG551S/RG444S/RG441/ RG333/RG222/RG221/RX550 only ws 1 wa 2 w; 3 ql 4 qk 5 qj 6 qh 7 8 qg 9 qf q;
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©2004 Sony Corporation
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System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. ______________
Serial No. ______________
MHC-GX750/GX450/GX250
MHC-RG555/RG551S/RG444S/
RG441/RG333/RG222/
RG221/RG121/RG100
MHC-RX550