Sony MHC-EC69i/C2 Operating Instructions - Page 2

Playing the iPod 1 Select the iPod function. Press FUNCTION +/  repeatedly (or iPod  on the unit). 2 Place the iPod. 3 Start playback. Press  (or  on the unit) . To control the iPod You can control your iPod with the following buttons on the remote or unit. To Pause playback Scroll up/down the iPod menus Select a track or chapter of audiobook/podcast Choose the selected item Find a point in a track or chapter of audiobook/podcast Return to the previous menu or select a menu Press  (pause) (or  (play/pause) on the unit)  or  (stop) . You can scroll up or down the iPod menus much like the Click Wheel operations of the iPod or the drag up-or-down operations of the iPod touch. (go back) / (go forward) . To fast-forward or fast-rewind, hold down the button.  / (enter) . You can choose the selected item much like the center button on the iPod or the touch operation of the iPod touch. Hold down  (rewind) / (fast forward)  during playback, and release the button at the desired point.  /TOOL MENU / (return) . You can return to the previous menu or select a menu much like the Menu button on the iPod or the touch operation of the iPod touch. To use the system as a battery charger You can use the system as a battery charger for the iPod when the system is on. The charging begins when the iPod is placed on the iPod connector. The charging status appears in the iPod display. For details, see the user's guide of your iPod. To stop charging the iPod Remove the iPod. Notes When placing or removing the iPod, handle the iPod in the same angle as that of the iPod connector on the unit and do not twist or sway the iPod to prevent connector damage. Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the connector. Doing so may cause a malfunction. When placing or removing the iPod, brace the unit with one hand and take care not to press the controls of the iPod by mistake. Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback. While playing video, you cannot use You can fast rewind (fast forward) by holding down To change the volume level, use VOLUME +/ (or VOLUME control on the unit) . The volume level does not change even if adjusted on the iPod. This system is designed for iPod only. You cannot connect any other portable audio players. To use an iPod, refer to the user's guide of your iPod. Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod with this unit. Creating your own program (Program Play) Use buttons on the remote to create your own program. 1 Select the CD function. Press FUNCTION +/  repeatedly. 2 Select the play mode. Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until "PGM" appears while the player is stopped. 3 Select the desired track or file number. Press repeatedly until the desired track or file number appears. When programming MP3 files, press repeatedly to select the desired folder, and then select the desired file. Selected track or file number Total playing time of the selected track or file 4 Program the selected track or file. Press  to enter the selected track or file. 5 Repeat steps 3 through 4 to program additional tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files. 6 To play your program of tracks or files, press  . The program remains available until you open the disc tray or CD compartment (MHC-EC69i only). To play the same program again, select the CD function, and then press  . To cancel Program Play Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until "PGM" disappears while the player is stopped. To delete the last track or file of the program Press CLEAR  while the player is stopped. To view program information, such as total track number of the program Press DISPLAY  repeatedly. Using optional audio components (except for MHC-EC69i) 1 Prepare the sound source. Connect additional audio component to the PC IN jack  on the unit using an audio analog cord (not supplied). 2 Turn down the volume. Press VOLUME  (or turn the VOLUME control on the unit) . 3 Select the PC function. Press FUNCTION +/ (or FUNCTION on the unit)  repeatedly. 4 Start playback. Start playback of the connected component. 5 Adjust the volume. Press VOLUME +/ (or turn the VOLUME control on the unit) . Adjusting the sound To Generate a more dynamic sound (Dynamic Sound Generator X-tra) Set the sound effect Press DSGX  on the unit. EQ . To turn on the subwoofer (MHC-EC99i only) Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF  on the unit until "SUBWOOFER" appears. The volume of the subwoofer is linked to the front speakers. Changing the display To Press Change DISPLAY  repeatedly when the information on the system is turned on. display* Change Display DISPLAY  repeatedly when the mode (See below.) system is turned off. * For example, you can view CD/MP3 disc information, such as; track or file number during normal play. track or file name (" ") during normal play. artist name (" ") during normal play. album or folder name (" ") during normal play. total playing time while the player is stopped. The system offers the following display modes. Display mode Power Saving Mode1) Clock2) When the system is off, The display is turned off to conserve power. The timer and clock continue to operate. The clock is displayed. 1) You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode. 2) The clock display automatically turns to Power Saving Mode after 8 seconds. Notes on the display information Characters that cannot be displayed appear as "_". The following are not displayed; total playing time for an MP3 disc. remaining playing time for an MP3 file. The following are not displayed correctly; elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using VBR (variable bit rate). folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format. The following are displayed; total playing time for a CD-DA disc during normal play. remaining playing time for a track. ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used (ID3 version 2 tag information display has priority when both ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used for a single MP3 file). up to 15 characters of ID3 tag information using uppercase letters (A to Z), numbers (0 to 9), and symbols Using the timers The system offers two timer functions. If you use both timers, the Sleep Timer has priority. Use buttons on the remote to use the timer functions. Sleep Timer: You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if the clock is not set. Press SLEEP  repeatedly. If you select "AUTO," the system automatically turns off after the current disc stops or in 100 minutes. Play Timer: You can wake up to CD, tuner or iPod at a preset time. Make sure you have set the clock. 1 Prepare the sound source. Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME +/  to adjust the volume. To start from a specific CD track or audio file, create your own program. 2 Select the timer set mode. Press TIMER MENU . 3 Set the play timer. Press repeatedly to select "PLAY SET," and then press . "ON TIME" appears, and the hour indication flashes. 4 Set the time to start playback. Press repeatedly to set the hour, and then press . The minute indication flashes. Use the procedure above to set the minutes. "OFF TIME" appears and the hour indication flashes in the display. 5 Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the time to stop playback. 6 Select the sound source. Press repeatedly until the desired sound source appears, and then press . The display shows the timer settings. 7 Turn off the system. Press The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset time. If the system is on at the preset time, the Play Timer will not play. Do not operate the system from the time the system turns on until the play starts. To check the setting 1 Press TIMER MENU . "SELECT" flashes in the display. 2 Press . 3 Press repeatedly to select "PLAY SEL," and then press . To cancel the timer Repeat the same procedure as above until "OFF" appears in step 3, and then press . To change the setting Start over from step 1. Notes for the iPod user Make sure the iPod is not playing when using the Play Timer. The Play Timer may not be activated depending on the status of the connected iPod. Tip The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not cancelled manually. 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 issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. If "PROTECT" appears on the display Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the following items after "PROTECT" disappears.  Are the + and  speaker cords short-circuited?  Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the back of the system? After you have checked these above items and found to be all right, reconnect the power cord, and turn on the system. If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. General The system does not turn on.  Is the power cord plugged in? There is no sound.  Are the + and  speaker cords short-circuited?  Are you using only the supplied speakers?  Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the back of the system? Sound comes from one channel, or the left and right volumes are unbalanced.  Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.  Connect only the supplied speakers. Severe hum or noise.  Move the system away from sources of noise.  Connect the system to a different wall outlet.  Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power cord. The remote does not function.  Remove any obstacles between the remote and the remote sensor  on the unit, and position the unit away from fluorescent lights.  Point the remote at the system's sensor.  Move the remote closer to the system. CD/MP3 player The sound skips, or the disc will not play.  Wipe the disc clean, and replace it.  Move the system to a location away from vibration (for example, on top of a stable stand).  Move the speakers away from the system, or place them on separate stands. At high volume, speaker vibration may cause the sound to skip. Play does not start from the first track.  Return to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE  repeatedly until both "PGM" and "SHUF" disappear. Starting playback takes more time than usual.  The following discs can increase the time it takes to start playback: a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure. a disc recorded in multisession mode. a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data can be added). a disc that has many folders. The disc tray does not open and "LOCKED" appears.  Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. (MHC-EC99i and MHC-EC79i (Australian and UK models only)) Tuner Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be received. ("TUNED" or "ST" flashes on the display.)  Connect the antenna properly.  Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then set up the antenna again.  Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the power cord to avoid picking up noise.  Turn off nearby electrical equipment. iPod The remote does not function.  Update your iPod with the latest software before using with this system. There is no sound.  Make sure the iPod is connected securely.  Make sure the iPod is playing music.  Adjust the volume. The sound is distorted.  Turn down the volume.  Set the "EQ" setting of the iPod to "Off " or "Flat." The iPod cannot be charged.  Make sure the iPod is connected securely.  Make sure the system is turned on. The iPod is charged only when the system is on. "OVER CURRENT" appears.  A problem has been detected with the level of electrical current from the iPod connector. Turn off the system and remove the iPod from the iPod connector. Make sure there is no problem with the iPod. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. To change the AM tuning interval The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz or 10 kHz. Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning interval. 1 Tune in any AM station, and then turn off the system. 2 Press DISPLAY  to display the clock. 3 While holding down TUNING + , press All the AM preset stations are erased. To reset the interval to the factory preset, repeat the procedure. To improve tuner reception Turn off iPod/CD player power by using the iPod/CD power management function. By default, iPod/CD power is turned on. 1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly  (or CD  on the unit) to select the CD function. 2 Press to turn off the system. 3 After "STANDBY" stops flashing, press DISPLAY  to display the clock and then press while holding down  . "iPod/CD PWR OFF" appears. With iPod/CD player power turned off, access time is increased. In addition, when the TUNER function is selected, power is not supplied to the iPod, so it is not recognized and charged even if connected. To turn on iPod/CD player power, repeat the procedure until "iPod/CD PWR ON" appears. To reset the system to factory settings If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system to factory settings. Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory default settings. 1 Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and then turn on the system. 2 Press  , CD , and at the same time. All user-configured settings, such as preset radio stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted. When carrying this system 1 Remove a disc to protect the CD mechanism. 2 Press on the unit to turn off the system and confirm that "STANDBY" stops flashing. 3 Unplug the power cord. Messages CANNOT LOCK : The system cannot be locked after you have done the procedure of "When carrying this system." COMPLETE : The preset operation ended normally. FULL : You tried to program more than 25 tracks or files (steps). LOCKED : The disc tray does not open. Contact your nearest Sony dealer. (MHC-EC99i and MHC-EC79i (Australian and UK models only)) NO DISC : There is no disc in the player, or you have loaded a disc that cannot be played. NO STEP : All of the programmed tracks have been erased. OVER : You have reached the end of the disc while pressing   during playback or pause. PROTECT : The following causes can be considered: Speaker cords may be short-circuited. The ventilation holes may be blocked. See "If "PROTECT" appears on the display" to check what to do if this message appears. PUSH SELECT : You tried to set the clock or timer during timer operation. PUSH STOP : You pressed PLAY MODE  during playback. READING : The system is reading information of the disc. Some buttons are not available. SET CLOCK : You tried to select the timer when the clock is not set. SET TIMER : You tried to select the timer when the Play Timer is not set. TIME NG : The Play Timer start and end times are set to the same time. Display examples Display indicates 2 (two) 5 (five) 6 (six) 8 (eight) 0 (zero) A B D G H K M O Q R S Z | " $ % , . ? @ ^ Precautions Discs that this system CAN play  Audio CD  CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files) Discs that this system CANNOT play  CD-ROM  CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet  CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not ended by "closing the session"  CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/ CD‑RW that have scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CDRW recorded with an incompatible recording device  CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly  Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer3 (MP3) files  Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart, square, star)  Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker attached to them  Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue extends beyond the seal  Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky when touched Notes on discs  Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth from the center out to the edge.  Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine thinner, or commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for vinyl LPs.  Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight. On safety  Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time. When unplugging the unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.  Should any solid object or liquid get into the system, unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it again.  AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop. On placement  Do not place the system in an inclined position or in locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.  Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treated (for example, with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.  If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD player, and cause the system to malfunction. In this situation, remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates. On heat buildup  Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal and is not cause for alarm.  Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may have become hot.  Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. On the speaker system This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back on. If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away from the TV. Cleaning the cabinet Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as thinner, benzine, or alcohol. Specifications Main unit AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (MHC-EC99i, MHC-EC79i The United States model only) Low channel With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 10,000 Hz; rated 60 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. High channel With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 2,000 - 13,000 Hz; rated 60 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (MHC-EC69i The United States model only) With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 10,000 Hz; 30 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section MHC-EC99i Front Speaker RMS output power (reference): Low channel 95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) High channel 95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 8 kHz, 10% THD) Subwoofer RMS output power (reference): 150 W (at 4 Ω, 80 Hz, 10% THD) MHC-EC79i RMS output power (reference): Low channel 95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) High channel 95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 8 kHz, 10% THD) MHC-EC69i RMS output power (reference): 50 W + 50 W (per channel at 6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Inputs (except for MHC-EC69i) PC IN (stereo mini jack): Sensitivity 800 mV, impedance 22 kilohms Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): Accepts headphones with an impedance of 8 Ω or more SPEAKER: impedance MHC-EC99i/EC79i: 8 Ω MHC-EC69i: 6 Ω SUBWOOFER OUT (MHC-EC99i only): impedance 4 Ω CD player section System: Compact disc and digital audio system Laser Diode Properties Emission Duration: Continuous Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW * This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture. Frequency response: 20 Hz  20 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB Dynamic range: More than 88 dB Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner Antenna: FM lead antenna AM loop antenna FM tuner section: Tuning range North American model: 87.5  108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) Other models: 87.5  108.0 MHz (50 kHz step) Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz AM tuner section: Tuning range North American model: 530  1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval) 531  1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval) Australian model: 531  1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval) 530  1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval) UK model: 531  1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval) Intermediate frequency: 450 kHz iPod section Compatible iPod models: iPod touch 2nd generation iPod nano 4th generation (video) iPod touch 1st generation iPod nano 3rd generation (video) iPod classic iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum) iPod 5th generation (video) iPod nano 1st generation iPod 4th generation (color display) iPod 4th generation iPod mini Speaker Front Speaker (SS-EC79) for MHC-EC99i/EC79i Speaker system: 3-way 3-driver speaker system, Bass reflex Speaker unit Subwoofer: 130 mm, cone type Woofer: 130 mm, cone type Tweeter: 40 mm, horn type Rated impedance High frequency: 8 Ω Low frequency: 8 Ω Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 220 × 350 × 215 mm Mass: Approx. 3.2 kg Front Speaker (SS-EC69i) for MHC-EC69i Speaker system: 2-way 2-driver speaker system, Bass reflex Speaker unit Woofer: 130 mm, cone type Tweeter: 40 mm, horn type Rated impedance: 6 Ω Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 190 × 306 × 185 mm Mass: Approx. 2.0 kg Subwoofer (SS-WG99i) for MHC-EC99i only Speaker system: Subwoofer system, Bass reflex Speaker unit Subwoofer: 200 mm, cone type Rated impedance: 4 Ω Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 280 × 306 × 305 mm Mass: Approx. 5.3 kg General Power requirements: North American model: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Australian model: AC 230  240 V, 50/60 Hz UK model: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: MHC-EC99i 250 W (0.5 W at the Power Saving Mode) MHC-EC79i 200 W (0.5 W at the Power Saving Mode) MHC-EC69i 80 W (0.5 W at the Power Saving Mode) Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers): MHC-EC99i Approx. 200 × 311 × 375 mm MHC-EC79i (Australian and UK models only) Approx. 200 × 311 × 375 mm MHC-EC79i (North American model only) Approx. 200 × 306 × 375 mm MHC-EC69i Approx. 200 × 306 × 305 mm Mass (excl. speakers): MHC-EC99i Approx. 6.2 kg MHC-EC79i (Australian and UK models only) Approx. 6.0 kg MHC-EC79i (North American model only) Approx. 5.7 kg MHC-EC69i Approx. 3.8 kg Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1), R6 (Size AA) batteries (2) (except for MHC-EC69i), FM lead/AM loop antenna (1), Speaker pads MHCEC99i (8) and for SS-WG99i (Subwoofer) (4)/MHC-EC79i (8)/EC69i (8) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Standby power consumption: 0.5 W Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.