Sony HCD-GX9000 MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System)
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- Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 1
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-GN880 MHC-GN770/GX9000 MHC-GN660 ©2004 Sony - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 2
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 3
21 - Manual Recording Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound 22 Selecting the preset effect 22 Selecting the MP3 Booster effect ......... 23 Selecting the sound system 23 (MHC-GN880/GN770/GX9000 only) Using the subwoofer 24 (MHC-GN880 only) Adjusting the graphic equalizer and storing 24 - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 4
33 Listening to audio from a connected component 34 Recording on a connected component .. 35 Connecting external antennas 35 Troubleshooting Problems and remedies 36 Messages 39 Additional Information Precautions 40 Specifications 41 List of button locations and reference pages 44 4GB - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 5
this manual • The instructions in this manual are for models MHC-GN880, MHC-GN770, MHC-GX9000 and MHC-GN660. In this manual, the MHCGN880 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. The MHC-GN880 consists of: - Tuner/CD player/Stereo cassette deck/Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GN880 - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 6
a normal CD player) cannot be played back. • CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in multisession that have not ended by "closing the session" are not supported. • The system may be unable to playback MP3 format files that do not have the extension ".MP3". • Attempting to playback non-MP3 format files that - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 7
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 8
hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. AM loop antenna Surround speaker ** (Right) Subwoofer * FM antenna Surround speaker ** (Left) 3 4 4 5 3 2 1 Front speaker (Right) * MHC-GN880 only **Except for MHC-GN660 2 1 6 Main Unit Front speaker (Left) 8GB - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 9
-GN660) Connect the speaker cords to the SURROUND SPEAKER terminals as shown below. SURROUND SPEAKER L R Grey 3 Connect the subwoofer. (MHC-GN880 only) Connect the subwoofer cords to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminals and the system cord to the SYSTEM CONTROL jack as shown below. SUBWOOFER OUT - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 10
Notes • Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise. • Be sure to connect both left and right surround speakers. (Except for MHC-GN660) • Be sure to match the color of the speaker terminals on the system and the connectors. • Be sure to connect the speakers securely and - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 11
(L) 0.3m Front speaker (R) 45° Surround speaker ** (L) Surround speaker ** (R) * MHC-GN880 only Place the subwoofer at least 0.3 meters (1 feet) away from the main unit . ** Except for MHC-GN660 Notes • Do not place the surround speakers on top of a - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 12
CD/MP3 Loading a disc 1 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. The disc tray slides out. 2 Load a disc with the label side facing up on the disc tray. When you play a CD single, place it on the inner circle of the tray To load additional discs, press EX-CHANGE/DISC SKIP to rotate the disc tray. 3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 13
CD/MP3 2 When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until the play mode you want lights up 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) To play - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 14
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 playback, sound interruptions and noise. Tips • When disc access takes a longer time, set "CD POWER ON" by CD power manage function - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 15
CD/MP3 Creating your own program - Program Play You can make a program of up to 25 steps in the order you want to be played back. You can synchro record the programmed tracks onto a tape (page 20). 1 Press CD. 2 When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until "PGM" lights up in the - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 16
lights up and the scanning does not stop Set the frequency of the radio station you want as described in steps 2 to 6 of "Manual tuning preset". 4 Press TUNER MEMORY. A preset number flashes. The stations are stored from preset number 1. Preset number YjY A B STEREO AUTO TUNED EFFECT GROOVE - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 17
steps 1 to 6 to store other stations. Other operations To Do this Tune in a station Follow the procedure described with a weak signal in "Manual tuning preset". Set another station Start over from step 1. to the existing preset number To improve tuner reception When tuner reception is poor - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 18
up in the display. There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will improve. • To record the radio programs, see "Recording on a tape manually" (page 21) or "Timer recording radio programs" (page 28). • You can also press FUNCTION repeatedly on the remote to select "TUNER". STEREO TUNED - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 19
GN880/GN770 only Deck A (front side) t Deck A (reverse side) t Deck B (front side) t Deck B (reverse side) MHC-GX9000/GN600 only Deck A (front side) t Deck B (front side) t Deck B (reverse side) Note MHC-GX9000/GN660 only You can only playback front side of the tape in Deck A. Other operations To - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 20
Searching for the beginning of the current or the next track (AMS*) During playback, turn .> clockwise or counterclockwise (or press >+ or -. repeatedly on the remote) for the number of songs you want to skip forward (or backward). The search direction, + (forward) or - (backward), and the number of - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 21
: If noise is heard while recording from the radio, move the respective antenna to reduce the noise. • For recording from a disc to a tape manually: You can turn . > clockwise or counterclockwise (or press >+ or -. repeatedly on the remote) to select tracks during recording pause (after step 3 and - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 22
Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. The GROOVE setting is ideal for music sources. Press GROOVE repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: GROOVE ON* t GROOVE OFF * The volume switches to power - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 23
you press the button, the indicators on the subwoofer and the display changes cyclically as follows: LINK1) t MATRIX SURR 12) t MATRIX SURR 23) MHC-GN770/GX9000 only Press SURR SPEAKER MODE repeatedly to select the sound mode you want. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 24
Using the subwoofer (MHC-GN880 only) You can use the sound of the subwoofer to enhance the bass. 1 Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the subwoofer to turn on the - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 25
-GN660 only Press SURROUND repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: SURROUND ON y SURROUND OFF MHC-GN880/GN770/GX9000 only 1 Press EQ EDIT repeatedly to select surround setting. The last selected surround effect appears in the display. 2 Turn MULTI JOG clockwise or - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 26
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 21, and then press REC PAUSE/START to start the recording. • Game Mixing does not function during CD Synchro Recording. • During GAME - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 27
Timer Timer Falling asleep to music - Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the minute display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as follows: AUTO* t 90min t 80min t 70min - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 28
8 Press ENTER. The type of timer (PLAY TIMER), followed by the start time, the stop time and the music source appears, then the original display appears. 9 Press ?/1 to turn off the system. Other operations To Check the setting Change the setting Cancel the timer Do this 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 29
8 Press DIRECTION repeatedly on the system to select "g" to record on one side or "j" to record on both sides. If you select "g", press N repeatedly until "B" lights up in the display to select front side as recording side. Press N repeatedly until "b" lights up in the display to select reverse side - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 30
Changing the spectrum analyzer display 1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select "SPECTRUM". The last selected spectrum appears in the display. 2 Turn MULTI JOG clockwise or counterclockwise to select the setting you want. The display changes as follows: SPECTRUM 1T t SPECTRUM 2 Y SPECTRUM OFF Y - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 31
Changing the power illuminator Press ILLUMINATION repeatedly to select the power illuminator you want when the system is turned on. Each time you press the button, the power illuminator changes cyclically as follows: PATTERN 1 t PATTERN 2 t PATTERN 3 t PATTERN 4 t PATTERN OFF (No display) Notes • - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 32
Checking the total playing time Press DISPLAY repeatedly when playback is stopped. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: x When a disc is in Normal Play mode Total number of tracks1) or albums2) or the total playing time3) t Title of current disc4) or current - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 33
To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. MD deck or VCR From the audio output of the output of the video game player Video game player * MHC-GN880/GN770/GN660 only To the video input of the TV TV continued 33GB - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 34
) to connect an optional analog component (VCR or MD deck) to these jacks. You can then output audio through this system. D CD DIGITAL OUT jack (MHC-GN880/GN770/GN660 only) Use a digital optical cable (square, not supplied) to connect the audio input of the optional MD deck to this jack. You - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 35
Recording on a connected component (MHC-GN880/GN770/GN660 only) Making a digital recording on an MD 1 Connect an optical cable. See "Hooking up optional components" on page 33. 2 Start recording. Refer to the operating instructions provided with the connected component. Note When making a digital - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 36
speaker cords are connected correctly and firmly. 2 Find your 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 dealer. When the ?/1 indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 37
Sony service facility. The disc tray does not close. • Load the disc correctly. • Always close the tray by pressing Z OPEN/ CLOSE on the system. Trying to push the tray closed with your fingers may cause problems " disappear in the display to return to Normal Play. Troubleshooting continued 37GB - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 38
its entire length, so make sure you extend it fully. • Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand. • Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. • Set "CD POWER OFF" by CD - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 39
wound to the end. The Deck A does not playback reverse side. (MHC-GX9000/GN660 only) • The Deck A only playback front side of the tape. does not operate properly after performing the above measures or other troubles does not described above occur, reset the system as follows: Troubleshooting 39GB - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 40
your dealer. • 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 - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 41
For details, refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing tape. Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATION (MHC-GX9000 USA model only) POWER rated output. Amplifier section MHC-GX9000 Total harmonic distortion Less than 0.1% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 100 W) MHC-GN880 (HCD-GN880) The following are - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 42
MHC-GN880/GN770/ GX9000) • SS-GN660 (MHC-GN660) SURROUND SPEAKER: Use only the supplied (MHC-GN880/GN770/ speaker SS-RS880 GX9000 only) SUBWOOFER OUT: Use only the supplied (MHC 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) - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 43
394.5 mm GX9000/GN660 Mass (Approx.) HCD-GN880 HCD-GN770 HCD-GX9000 HCD-GN660 14.4 kg 12.4 kg 12.0 kg 11.5 kg Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1) Batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Front speaker pads (8) Surround speaker pads (8) (MHC-GN880/GN770/ GX9000 only) Subwoofer - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 44
9 (13, 15, 37, 39) Power illuminator 2 (31) REC PAUSE/START qg (20, 21, 26) REPEAT q; (14) S - Z SLEEP el (27) SURROUND (MHC-GN660 only) ra (25) SURR SPEAKER MODE (except for MHC-GN660) ra (23) TAPE A/B ed (19, 20, 21) TUNER/BAND eg (16, 17, 18, 21) TUNER MEMORY qa (16) TUNING MODE - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 45
Subwoofer MHC-GN880 only A ALPHABETICAL ORDER 6 A - Z E LINK (indicator) 6 (23) MATRIX SURR 1 (indicator) 3 (23) MATRIX SURR 2 (indicator) 2 (23) SUBWOOFER LEVEL 4 (24) SUBWOOFER ON/OFF 1 (24) SURROUND SPEAKER MODE 5 ( - Sony HCD-GX9000 | MHCGX9000 Instructions (Main Stereo System) - Page 46
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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-GN880
MHC-GN770/GX9000
MHC-GN660