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3-287-077-14(3) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions MHC-GT555 / GT444 MHC-GT222 / GT111 / GT111Z LBT-ZT4 ©2008 Sony Corporation - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. This symbol is the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. This appliance is - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
countries. About this manual The instructions in this manual are for models MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444, MHC-GT222, MHC-GT111, MHC-GT111Z and LBT-ZT4. In this manual, the MHC-GT555 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. The MHC-GT555 consists of: - Unit HCD-GT555 - Speaker System - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Table of Contents About this manual 5 Guide to parts and controls.......... 7 Getting Started Hooking up 29 - CD-TAPE Synchro Recording/Manual Recording/ Sound Mixing Creating your own sound effect 30 Enjoying karaoke 30 Using the Timers 31 Others Troubleshooting 33 Messages 37 Precautions 38 - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
to parts and controls Guide to parts and controls This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed DMPORT USB USB wd ws wa w; ql qk qf qg qh qj LBT-ZT4 only AUDIO INPUT * MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only Top view wh wj Continued l 7GB - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
the AUDIO function. USB (pages 20, 21) Press to select the USB function. LBT-ZT4 only DMPORT (page 24) Press to select the DMPORT function. I MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only SUBWOOFER (page 25) Press to turn on and off the subwoofer. The SUBWOOFER indicator lights up when the subwoofer is - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Guide to parts and controls M DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE (pages 14, 16, 27, 29) Press to select a disc. Press to exchange a disc while playing. N PHONES jack - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
x Z (stop/eject) (pages 23, 29) Press to stop tape playback. Press to insert or eject a tape. X (pause) (pages 23, 29) Press to pause tape playback. Remote RM-AMU008 (LBT-ZT4 only) qg qf qd qs qa q; 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 1 "/1 (on/standby) (pages 15, 32) Press to turn on the system. B CLEAR (page - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
) Press to listen to a disc, an USB device, a single track or file repeatedly. Press to select the FM reception mode (monaural or stereo). Continued l 11GB Guide to parts and controls - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
D USB (page 21) Press to select the USB function. CD (pages 16, 29) Press to select the CD function. TUNER/BAND (page 17) Press to select the TUNER function. Press to select the FM or AM band. FUNCTION (pages 23, 24) Press to select a function. E ./> (go back/go forward) (pages 15, 16, 22, 27, 31) - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
MEDIA PORT adapter 4 To subwoofer 5 To front speaker (left) 6 To front speaker (right) a) The FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack varies according to models. b) LBT-ZT4 only. c) MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only. d) The VOLTAGE SELECTOR varies according to models. Continued l 13GB - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
A Antennas Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then set up the antennas. C Subwoofer (MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only) Be sure to insert the connector straight into the terminals. SUBWOOFER Purple Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally AM loop - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the front speakers and subwoofer to prevent slipping. Front speakers: 4 pads for each speaker Subwoofer: 4 pads (MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only) To use the remote Slide and remove the battery compartment lid, then, insert the two supplied R6 (size AA - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Basic Operations Playing an AUDIO CD/ MP3 disc 1 Select the CD function. Press CD (RM-AMU006) or press FUNCTION +/- (RM-AMU008) repeatedly (or press CD on the unit). 2 Place a disc. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE on the unit, and place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray. To place additional discs, - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Basic Operations To change the play mode Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode. You can select normal play ("ALL DISCS" for all discs or "1 DISC" for a disc or " *" for all MP3 files in the folder on the disc), shuffle play ("ALL DISCS SHUF" or "1 DISC SHUF" or " SHUF*"), or program play ("PGM"). - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
. USB device When the USB cable connection is necessary, connect the USB cable supplied with the USB device to be connected. Refer to the operation manual supplied with the USB device to be connected for details on the operation method. 2 Select the CD function, then load the disc you want to - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
the unit. 3 Start singing or speaking into the microphone. To select the playback source or transferring destination on a Sony Ericsson mobile phone When listening to music from a Sony Ericsson mobile phone or when transferring music from this system to the mobile phone, you can select the playback - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
4 Press ENTER on the unit. The drive name of the mobile phone appears in the display but varies depending on the specification of the mobile phone. 5 Turn OPERATION DIAL on the unit to select the drive you want. 6 Press ENTER on the unit. 7 Start playback of the audio files in the selected drive of - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
label* * "STORAGE DRIVE" appears when there is no volume label assigned to the USB device. "WALKMAN" appears if the USB device is the supported Sony digital music player. Note It may take some time before "USB READING" appears depending on the type of USB device connected. 3 Start playback. Press - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
To remove the USB device Use the buttons on the unit for this operation. 1 Press USB to select the USB function. 2 Hold down x in stop mode until "NO DEVICE" appears. 3 Remove the USB device. To erase audio files or folders from the USB device You can erase audio files or folders from the USB - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
Resume Play mode, when the system is turned on again playback starts from the beginning of the audio file. • This system does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. • The playback order for the system may differ from the playback order of the connected digital - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. The sound from the connected component is played on the system. For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Notes • Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you may be able to operate the connected - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
mode and the equalizer curve changes. **"BOOSTER" lights up in the display when the MP3 BOOSTER+ effect is activated. To turn on the subwoofer (MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only) Press SUBWOOFER repeatedly until the SUBWOOFER indicator on the unit lights up. If you later disconnect the subwoofer - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
Changing the display mode Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is turned off. Demonstration The display changes and the indicator flashes even when the system is turned off. No display (Power Saving mode) The display is turned off to conserve power. The timer and clock continue to operate. You - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Other Operations Other Operations Creating your own program - Program Play 1 Select the function you want. CD function Press CD (RM-AMU006) or press FUNCTION +/- (RM-AMU008) repeatedly to select the CD function. USB function Press USB (RM-AMU006) or press FUNCTION +/- (RM-AMU008) repeatedly to - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
want. Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only) What is the Radio Data System? Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features such as station - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
17)). To record your favorite CD tracks or MP3 files in the order you want, perform steps 2 to 6 of "Creating your own program" (page 27). Manual Recording and Sound Mixing To record sound from a microphone, press CD (RM-AMU006) or press FUNCTION +/- (RM-AMU008) repeatedly (or press CD on the unit - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Creating your own sound effect You can raise or lower the levels of specific frequency ranges or select the surround effect, and then store the setting as "USER EQ" in the memory. Use the buttons on the unit for this operation. 1 Press PRESET EQ or GROOVE repeatedly to select the audio emphasis - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Other Operations Using the Timers The system offers three timer functions. You cannot activate both the Play Timer and the Recording Timer at the same time. If you use either with the Sleep Timer, the Sleep Timer has priority. Sleep Timer You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
Play Timer and the Recording Timer will not play or record. • The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not canceled manually. • The volume is reduced to minimum during the Recording Timer. • The Recording Timer is canceled automatically after the Recording Timer has been activated - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Others Troubleshooting 1 Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are correctly and firmly connected. 2 Find your problem in the checklist below, and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
off during the erase operation. Delete the partiallyerased file. If this does not fix the problem, the USB device may be broken. Refer to the USB device operation manual on how to deal with this problem. Are you using a supported USB device? • If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. There is no sound. • the supported USB device (page 44). • The USB device does not work properly. Refer to the USB device operation manual on how to deal with this problem. - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
* This system supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operation manual of each USB . • Connect a commercially available external antenna. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand. - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
display. All user-configured settings, such as preset radio stations, timer, and the clock, are reset to factory setting. Messages CD/MP3 player, Tuner, Tape LOCKED: The disc tray does not open. Contact your nearest Sony dealer. NO DISC: There is no disc on the disc tray. NO STEP: All of the - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
file is loaded in the system. NOT IN USE: You tried to perform a specific operation under conditions where that operation is prohibited. NOT SUPPORTED: An unsupported USB device is connected, or the USB device is connected to this system through a hub. OVER CURRENT: An over current was detected - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
operating it again. • AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop. On placement • Do not place the system in an inclined position or unit to record or play tapes. For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning tape. Demagnetizing the tape heads Use a demagnetizing tape - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
10 kHz; rated 110 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 miliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section MHC-GT555 Brazilian model only The following are measured at AC 127 or 220 V 50/60 Hz Front speaker RMS output power (reference): 150 W + 150 - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
A DMPORT (LBT-ZT4 only) Outputs PHONES: accepts headphones of 8 Ω or more FRONT SPEAKER: accepts impedance of 6 Ω SUBWOOFER (MHC-GT555/ MHC-GT444/LBT-ZT4 only): accepts impedance of 6 Ω USB section Supported bit rate MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32 - 320 kbps, VBR WMA: 32 - 192 kbps, VBR AAC: 48 - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
tuning interval) 531 - 1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval) Antenna: AM loop antenna, external antenna terminal Intermediate frequency: 450 kHz Speakers MHC-GT555 • Front speaker (SS-GT555M) Speaker system: 3-way, 3-unit, bass reflex Speaker unit: Subwoofer: 150 mm, cone type Woofer: 150 mm, cone - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
HCD-GT555/GT444/GT222, HCD-ZT4: 10.0 kg (22 lb 1 oz) HCD-GT222 (European model): 9.6 kg HCD-GT111/GT111Z: 8.0 kg Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1), R6 (Size AA) batteries (2), AM loop antenna (1), FM lead antenna (1), Speaker pads MHC-GT555/ MHC-GT444/LBT-ZT4 (12), MHC-GT222/ MHC-GT111/MHC - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
to File Transfer (Mass Storage). For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with the mobile phone. • Use the USB cable supplied with the ® • Some audio files supported by the Sony digital music player are not supported by this system. • When the Sony digital music player is connected - Sony MHC-GT222 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
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©2008 Sony Corporation
3-287-077-
14
(3)
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
MHC-GT555 / GT444
MHC-GT222 / GT111 / GT111Z
LBT-ZT4