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Sony MHC-GNZ55D Operating Instructions Manual

Sony MHC-GNZ55D Operating Instructions Manual

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2-669-601-14(1)
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
MHC-GN999D
MHC-GN999DS
MHC-GNZ88D
MHC-GNZ77D
MHC-GNZ55D
©2006 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 2-669-601-14(1) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions MHC-GN999D MHC-GN999DS MHC-GNZ88D MHC-GNZ77D MHC-GNZ55D ©2006 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual ... 5 Playable discs... 6 Guide to the Control Menu display... 9 Getting Started Hooking up the system... 12 Positioning the speakers... 18 Setting the clock... 18 Performing QUICK SETUP ... 19 Using the THEATRE SYNC function ...
  • Page 4 Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound ... 63 Selecting the preset effect ... 63 Adjusting and storing the graphic equalizer... 64 Selecting the sound field... 65 Using the subwoofer ... 67 (MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS only) Singing along: Karaoke... 67 Mixing and recording onto a tape ... 72 Timer Falling asleep to music...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About this manual • The instructions in this manual are for models MHC-GN999D, MHC-GN999DS, MHC-GNZ88D, MHC-GNZ77D and MHC-GNZ55D. In this manual, the MHC-GN999D is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. The MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS consists of: – Tuner/DVD player/Stereo cassette deck/Amplifier (unit) –...

  • Page 6: Playable Discs

    Playable discs You can play back the following discs on this system. Other discs cannot be played back. List of playable discs Format of discs Disc logo DVD VIDEO DVD-RW/ DVD-R DVD+RW/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL VIDEO CD AUDIO CD CD Graphics (CDG) (Latin American models only)
  • Page 7 ISO 9660 format: A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization). CD-Extra: This format records audio (AUDIO CD data) on the tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks in session 2. Mixed CD: This format records data on the first track and audio (AUDIO CD data) on the second and subsequent tracks of a session.
  • Page 8 Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs) This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback depending on the disc type. Disc type You can VIDEO CDs Enjoy video playback (moving without PBC pictures) as well as music.

  • Page 9: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu display Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press repeatedly to turn on, turn off or change the Control Menu display as follows: Control Menu display 1 Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) Control Menu display off Control Menu display The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type.
  • Page 10 List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type TITLE/SCENE/TRACK (page 40) Selects the title, scene, or track to be played back. CHAPTER/INDEX (page 40) Selects the chapter or index to be played back. TRACK (page 40) Selects the track to be played back.
  • Page 11 Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type ALBUM (page 40) Selects the album to be played back. FILE (page 40) Selects the JPEG image file or DivX video file to be played back. DATE (page 80) Displays the date when the picture was taken by a digital camera. INTERVAL (page 37) Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the TV screen.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started Hooking up the system Refer to the illustration that follows (page 12, 13 or 14) and do the procedures 1 to 6 (pages 15 and 16) to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. For MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS Surround speaker (Right) Front speaker Subwoofer...
  • Page 13 For MHC-GNZ88D AM loop antenna Surround speaker (Right) Front speaker (Right) FM lead antenna Center speaker Unit Surround speaker (Left) Front speaker (Left) continued...
  • Page 14 For MHC-GNZ77D Front speaker (Right) For MHC-GNZ55D Front speaker (Right) AM loop antenna FM lead antenna Unit AM loop antenna FM lead antenna Unit Front speaker (Left) Front speaker (Left)
  • Page 15 1 Connect the speakers. Connect the speaker cords of the speakers to the terminals on the unit as shown below. Front speakers White For MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/ MHC-GNZ88D: Red For MHC-GNZ77D/MHC-GNZ55D: White Center speaker (MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/ MHC-GNZ88D only) Example: Green Surround speakers (MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/ MHC-GNZ88D only) Example: Blue...
  • Page 16 When connecting a video deck Connect the video deck to the TV using a video cord (not supplied). However, do not connect this unit to the TV through the video deck. Otherwise, you may experience video leakage when watching video images from this system.

  • Page 17: Using The Remote

    Operating a Sony TV with the remote You can use the following buttons to operate a Sony TV. These buttons have been marked in orange. To use these buttons, hold down TV before pressing the button you want. Hold down TV and...

  • Page 18: Positioning The Speakers

    When carrying the unit Do the following procedure to protect the disc mechanism. Use the buttons on the unit for the operation. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press DVD. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray and remove the disc. If there are more than one disc in the disc tray, press DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE to remove the discs.

  • Page 19: Performing Quick Setup

    Notes • The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. • You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode (page 76). Performing QUICK SETUP Before using the system, you can make the minimum basic adjustments (LANGUAGE SETUP, SCREEN SETUP, SPEAKER SETUP*) in QUICK SETUP.

  • Page 20: Using The Theatre Sync Function

    Using the THEATRE SYNC function THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your Sony TV and this system, changes the system’s function to “DVD” and then switches the TV’s input source you have set with just one button. Preparing for the THEATRE SYNC function Register the TV’s input source connected to this...

  • Page 21: Changing The Format Of The Video Signal From Component Video Out Jacks

    The transmission time from the remote is selected. Notes • This function is only available for Sony TV series. • If distance between the TV and this unit is too far, this function may not work. Install the unit near the •...
  • Page 22 About DVD VIDEO software types and the conversion method The DVD VIDEO software can be divided into 2 types: • Film-based software Film-based software is derived from film and displays the images at 24 frames per second. • Video-based software Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sitcoms and displays images at 30 frames or 60 fields per second.

  • Page 23: Disc - Playback

    Disc – Playback Loading a disc Use the buttons on the unit for the operation. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. The disc tray slides out. Load a disc with the label side facing up on the disc tray. When you play back an 8 cm disc such as a CD single, place it on the...

  • Page 24: Other Operations

    When playing an AUDIO CD: Disc tray Track number number DISC GROOVE Disc presence Disc playing indicator indicator When playing a CD Graphics (Latin American models only): Disc tray number Track number DISC GROOVE Disc playing Disc presence indicator indicator When playing an MP3 audio track: Track Disc tray...

  • Page 25: Resuming Playback From The Point You Stopped The Disc

    Do this Watch frame by Press SLOW or SLOW frame (Slow- on the unit) when motion Play) playback is paused. Each time you press SLOW or SLOW on the unit), the playback speed changes as follows: Playback direction Opposite direction To return to normal playback, press H (or nN on the unit).

  • Page 26: Creating Your Own Program

    While playing a disc, press x to stop playback. “RESUME” appears in the display. If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume Play is not available. Press H (or nN on the unit). The system starts playback from the point you stopped the disc in step 1. Notes •...
  • Page 27 Press repeatedly to select (PROGRAM), then press ENTER. The options for “PROGRAM” appear on the TV screen. 6 ( 14) PLAY 2 : 5 0 Press repeatedly to select “SET ”, then press ENTER. 0 : 00 : 00 PROGRAM ALL CLEAR –...

  • Page 28: Playing In Random Order

    To delete all of the programmed steps in the program list Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program”. Press to select “ALL CLEAR”. Press ENTER. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu disappears from the TV screen.

  • Page 29: Playing Repeatedly

    Notes • Shuffle Play is only available for the tracks on the current disc. • You cannot perform Shuffle Play during playback with PBC function of VIDEO CDs. • Shuffle Play is canceled when – you open the disc tray. –...

  • Page 30: Playing Dvd Videos Using The Menu

    To cancel Repeat Play Press CLEAR or select “OFF” in step 3. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu disappears from the TV screen. Notes • You can also change the Repeat Play setting by pressing REPEAT repeatedly.

  • Page 31: Selecting "Original" Or "Play List" On A Dvd-R/ Dvd-Rw In Vr Mode

    Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST” on a DVD-R/ DVD-RW in VR mode You can play back DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR mode either according to the originally recorded sequence or to the playlist created on the disc. This function is only available for DVD-Rs/ DVD-RWs in VR mode with a playlist created.

  • Page 32: About Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files

    To cancel playback with PBC functions Press . or > repeatedly (or turn . OPERATION DIAL > on the unit clockwise or counterclockwise repeatedly) or press the numeric buttons to select a track when playback is stopped. Press H (or nN on the unit) or ENTER.

  • Page 33: Playing Data Cds Or Data Dvds

    Notes • Depending on the software you use to create the DATA CD or DATA DVD, the playback order may differ from the illustration above. • The playback order above may not be applicable if there are more than 200 albums and 300 tracks/files in each album.
  • Page 34 If you want to play back an MP3 audio track 1 Press ENTER. The list of MP3 audio tracks of the selected album appears on the TV screen. M Y F A V O U R I T E S O N G 1 ( 2 5 6 ) W A L T Z F O R D E B B Y M Y R O M A N C E...
  • Page 35 Press repeatedly to select the album you want. If you want to play back the album Press H (or on the unit). The system starts a slide show from the first image file of the selected album. If you want to play back a JPEG image file 1 Press PICTURE NAVI.

  • Page 36: Playing Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files As A Slide Show With Sound

    Notes • The PICTURE NAVI button does not work when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUDIO (MP3)”. • When you press to select the next or previous image, the image will return to its original view even if you have rotated the image previously. •...
  • Page 37 Notes • In some cases, you cannot change the “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” setting when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” has been set to – “IMAGE (JPEG)” and the selected disc only contains MP3 audio tracks. – “AUDIO (MP3)” and the selected disc only contains JPEG image files.

  • Page 38: Enjoying Divx ® Video Files

    Press repeatedly to select (EFFECT), then press ENTER. The options for “EFFECT” appear on the TV screen. 1 0 / 2 3 / 2 0 0 4 MODE 1 MODE 1 MODE 2 MODE 3 MODE 4 MODE 5 Press repeatedly to select the setting you want.
  • Page 39 If you want to play back a DivX video file 1 Press ENTER. The list of files of the selected album appears on the TV screen. M Y F A V O U R I T E S 1 ( 2 ) H A W A I I 2 0 0 4 V E N U S 2 Press...

  • Page 40: Using The On-Screen Display To Search

    Using the on-screen display to search for a title/chapter/scene/track/ index/album/file You can use the Control Menu on the TV screen to search the following items. You can search DVD VIDEO Title or chapter DVD-R/DVD-RW Title or chapter in VR mode VIDEO CD Track, scene or index MP3 audio tracks...

  • Page 41: Searching By Scene

    Press repeatedly or the numeric buttons to select the title, chapter, track, index, scene, album or file number you want to search. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel the number, then select another number. Press ENTER. The system starts playback from the selected title, chapter, track, index, scene, album or file.
  • Page 42 Press ENTER. The first scene of the first 9 chapters, titles or tracks appears on the TV screen as follows: If there are more than 9 chapters, titles or tracks “ ” appears at the bottom right of the screen. Press repeatedly to select a scene at the bottom row, then press...

  • Page 43: Disc - Various Functions

    Disc – Various Functions Selecting the audio format When playing a DVD VIDEO or a DivX video file recorded in multiple audio formats, you can select the audio format you want. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language.

  • Page 44: Changing The Angles

    Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the number of recorded channels may differ. Surround (Left/Right) 1 : ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL Front (Left/ Right) + Center * This information appears for MHC-GN999D/ MHC-GN999DS/MHC-GNZ88D only. The symbols shown on the TV screen represent the audio channels which are output from different speakers.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Delay Between The Picture And Sound

    Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound — A/V SYNC When the sound does not synchronize with the pictures on the screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. A/V SYNC does not work for MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files in DATA CD or DATA DVD.
  • Page 46 Press repeatedly to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear on the TV screen. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) 1 : 3 2 : 5 5 PLAYER PASSWORD Press repeatedly to select “ON t”, then press ENTER.
  • Page 47 Limiting playback for children — PARENTAL CONTROL (DVD VIDEO only) The “PARENTAL CONTROL” function allows you to set a playback limitation level. Press DISPLAY when playback is stopped. The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. Press repeatedly to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER.
  • Page 48 Press repeatedly to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER. The area is selected. When you select “OTHERS t”, enter the area code for the geographic area you want according to the “Parental Control Area Code List”...

  • Page 49: Changing The Password

    Changing the password Press DISPLAY when playback is stopped. The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. Press repeatedly to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear on the TV screen. Press repeatedly to select “PASSWORD t”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 50: Setting The Language

    Press repeatedly to select the item you want, then press ENTER. The options for the selected item appear on the TV screen. Example: TV TYPE SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD): SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: 4:3 OUTPUT: Press repeatedly to select the setting you want, then press ENTER.
  • Page 51 x TV TYPE (DVD VIDEO only) Select the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide). The default setting varies depending on the area. 16:9 Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.

  • Page 52: Custom Setup

    x BLACK LEVEL (Latin American models only) Select the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the video jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Set the black level of the output signal to the standard level. Lower the standard black level.

  • Page 53: Setting The Speakers

    Notes • When you set “TRACK SELECTION” to “AUTO”, the language may change. The “TRACK SELECTION” setting has higher priority than the “AUDIO” setting in “LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 50). However, depending on the disc, this function may not be performed. •...
  • Page 54 Position diagram FRONT CENTER YES: Normally select this. NONE: Select this if the center speaker is not connected. SURROUND BEHIND: Select this if the surround speakers are located in section B. SIDE: Select this if the surround speakers are located in section A. NONE: Select this if the surround speakers are not connected.
  • Page 55 Notes • When you adjust the speaker distance, the sound may cut off for a moment. • If each front and surround speakers are not placed at an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance according to the closest speaker. •...
  • Page 56 Adjusting the speaker level by using the test tone (Except for MHC-GNZ77D/ MHC-GNZ55D) Press DISPLAY when playback is stopped. The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. Press repeatedly to select (SETUP), then press ENTER. The options for “SETUP” appear on the TV screen.

  • Page 57: Tuner

    Tuner Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number. Automatic tuning preset You can automatically tune in all of the stations that can be received in your area and then store the frequency of your favourite stations manually.
  • Page 58 Manual tuning preset You can manually tune in and store the frequency of your favourite stations. Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to select “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” (or press TUNER/BAND on the unit repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM”). Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in the station you want.

  • Page 59: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the radio You can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station. Listening to a preset radio station — Preset Tuning Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to preset them first (see “Presetting radio stations”...

  • Page 60: Tape - Playback

    Tape – Playback Loading a tape Press Z PUSH on deck A or deck B to open the selected deck. Press here PUSH Load a tape into deck A or deck B. With the side you want to play back or record facing forward Push the center of the tape lid to close...

  • Page 61: Tape - Recording

    Tape – Recording Recording your favorite disc onto a tape — CD Synchro Recording You can record a whole disc onto a tape. You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. The recording level is adjusted automatically. Use the buttons on the unit for the operation. Load a recordable tape into deck B.

  • Page 62: Recording Onto A Tape Manually

    Recording onto a tape manually — Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a disc, tape or radio program onto a tape. (Except for MHC-GNZ55D) You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 81). Use the buttons on the unit for the operation.

  • Page 63: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. The GROOVE setting is ideal for music sources, and the V-GROOVE setting is ideal for video sources (movie, etc.). Press GROOVE on the unit repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: GROOVE ON* t V-GROOVE ON* t...

  • Page 64: Adjusting And Storing The Graphic Equalizer

    Adjusting and storing the graphic equalizer You can adjust the sound by raising or lowering the level of specific frequency band, then store up to three user equalizer settings in the memory. Use the buttons on the unit for the operation. Press EQ BAND/MEMORY.

  • Page 65: Selecting The Sound Field

    Selecting the sound field You can take advantage of the surround sound simply by selecting one of the sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. Press SOUND FIELD. The last selected sound field appears in the display. Press repeatedly (or turn .
  • Page 66 x SBS MULTI (Sound Broadcasting System Multi mode) Performs suitable decoding based on the source to maximize the sound field effect. This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all types of discs from multiple speakers. x A.F.D. AUTO (Auto Format Direct Auto) The number of sound channels depends on the source.

  • Page 67: Using The Subwoofer

    Tips • “PRO LOGIC” lights up in the display when Pro Logic decoding is performed. • “PRO LOGIC II” lights up in the display when Pro Logic II Movie/Music mode decoding is performed. • “VIRTUAL” lights up in the display when “HP VIRTUAL”, “VIRTUAL A”, or “VIRTUAL B”...
  • Page 68 Start singing along with the music and adjust the microphone volume by turning MIC 1 LEVEL or MIC 2 LEVEL on the unit. Note (MHC-GNZ55D only) Use MIC LEVEL on the unit for this operation. To adjust the microphone echo (except for MHC-GNZ55D) Turn ECHO LEVEL on the unit to adjust the echo effect.
  • Page 69 • The “KARAOKE PON” setting is automatically changed to “OFF” when you: – turn off the system. – change the function. – connect the headphones. – turn on the test tone. – turn off the Karaoke Mode. – open the disc tray. –...
  • Page 70 Notes • To turn off the vocal, select “OFF” in step 3. • For DVD VIDEOs without guide vocal, you cannot turn on the vocal. • When playing a DVD VIDEO, this function only works for Dolby Digital Karaoke format. •...
  • Page 71 x When playing a DVD VIDEO 1+2 (Guide vocal 1+2) 1 (Guide vocal 1) 2 (Guide vocal 2) x When playing a VIDEO CD or AUDIO L+R (The same sound is output from both speakers) STEREO (The stereo sound) x When playing a Super VCD 1:L+R 1:STEREO (The stereo sound of the audio track 1)

  • Page 72: Mixing And Recording Onto A Tape

    Selecting the scoring mode (Except for MHC-GNZ55D) You can select “SCORE MODE” only when the Karaoke Mode is turned on. Your score is calculated by comparing your voice with the music source. Press DISPLAY once or twice when Karaoke Mode is turned on while playing a disc.
  • Page 73 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select “g” to record on one side. Select “j” (or “RELAY”) to record on both sides. When recording on both sides: Be sure to start from the front side. If you start from the reverse side, recording stops at the end of the reverse side.

  • Page 74: Timer

    Timer Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the minute display changes cyclically as follows: 90MIN t 80MIN t 70MIN t …...

  • Page 75: Timer Recording Radio Programs

    Other operations Do this Check the setting Press TIMER MENU. “TIMER SELECT” flashes in the display. Press ENTER. Press select “PLAY SELECT”, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start from step 1. Cancel the Play Press TIMER MENU. Timer “TIMER SELECT” flashes in the display.

  • Page 76: Display

    Other operations Do this Check the setting Press TIMER MENU. “TIMER SELECT” flashes in the display. Press ENTER. Press select “REC SELECT”, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start from step 1. Cancel the Timer Press TIMER MENU. Recording “TIMER SELECT” flashes in the display.

  • Page 77: Changing The Power Illuminator

    Changing the power illuminator Press ILLUMINATION on the unit 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: MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/ MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D only PATTERN 1 t PATTERN 2 t PATTERN 3 t PATTERN OFF MHC-GNZ55D only PATTERN ON t PATTERN OFF...

  • Page 78: Viewing Information About The Disc On The Tv Screen

    x When playing DivX video files on a DATA CD or DATA DVD Elapsed playing time of the current file t Title of the file Checking the total playing time and titles Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly when playback is stopped. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: x DVD VIDEO or DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR mode...
  • Page 79 Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly during playback to change the time and title information. The time display and title display that you can view on the TV screen depends on the disc you are playing. Bit rate 17:30 128k Time information JAZZ RIVER SIDE Album title Disc/track/file title...

  • Page 80: Checking The Date Information Of Jpeg Image Files

    Checking the date information of JPEG image files You can check the date information during playback when Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image files. Press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback until the Control Menu for JPEG image files appears on the TV screen. 1 ( 8 ) 1 ( 2 0 ) 01/ 01/ 2003...

  • Page 81: Optional Components

    Optional Components Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. Front panel Except for MHC-GNZ55D. From the audio and video output jacks of the VCR continued...

  • Page 82: Rear Panel

    Rear panel TV or satellite tuner From the audio output jacks of the TV or satellite tuner To the digital optical input jack of the digital component D-LIGHT SYNC Controller (DLS-1) Except for MHC-GNZ55D. MHC-GNZ77D/MHC-GNZ55D only. MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D only. Amplifier Subwoofer To the audio input jack of the optional subwoofer To the component...
  • Page 83 In some areas, the SA-GNV111D may not yet be available. Note The effect may be limited or noise may occur depending on the connected subwoofer or the type of music being played back. For details, consult your nearest Sony dealer. continued...

  • Page 84: Listening To Audio From A Connected Component

    I D-LIGHT SYNC OUT jack Connect the D-LIGHT SYNC Controller (not supplied) to this jack. You need to connect the D-LIGHT SYNC Controller to a lighting device* (not supplied). The lighting device will react according to the control signals transmitted by the D-LIGHT SYNC Controller upon receiving music source from the system.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    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 cord and check the following items.
  • Page 86 Except for MHC-GNZ77D/MHC-GNZ55D Disc Player The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears in the display. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc tray does not close. • Load the disc correctly.
  • Page 87 Playback does not start. • Open the disc tray and check whether a disc is loaded. • Wipe the disc clean (page 93). • Reload the disc. • Load the disc that this system can play back (page 6). • Load the disc correctly. •...
  • Page 88 • The album contains more than 600 files when the “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “IMAGE (JPEG)”. • The album contains more than 300 files when the “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUTO”. • The DATA CD or DATA DVD contains a DivX video file.

  • Page 89: Tape Deck

    Picture noise appears. • Clean the disc. • If video signal from your system has to go through your VCR to your TV, the copy-protection applied to some DVD VIDEO programs could affect the picture quality. If you still experience problems after checking your connections, connect your unit directly to your TV’s S video input (page 16).*...

  • Page 90: Self-Diagnosis Function

    E XX To prevent a malfunction, the system (XX is a has performed the self-diagnosis number) function. • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5-character service number. Example: E 61 10...

  • Page 91: Messages

    “VER.X.XX” (X is a number) may appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a malfunction and for Sony service use only, normal system operation will not be possible. Turn off the system, and then turn on the system again to operate.

  • Page 92: Additional Information

    • Before you move the unit, make sure that all discs are removed from the unit. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning disc, disc/lens cleaner Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type).

  • Page 93: Specifications

    Notes on discs • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. • Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts nor leave it in a car parked under direct sunlight.
  • Page 94 MHC-GNZ88D (HCD-GNZ88D) The following are measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 240V, 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated) 75 W + 75 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference) Front speaker: 100 W + 100 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Center speaker:...
  • Page 95 Tape deck section Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo Frequency response 50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I tape Wow and flutter ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC) 0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ±0.2% W.Peak (DIN) Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner...
  • Page 96 • Center speaker (SS-CT8D) Speaker system Full range, bass-reflex type, magnetically shielded Speaker units Full range: 8 cm, cone type Nominal Impedance 8 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 225 x 95 x 100 mm Mass Approx. 0.9 kg For MHC-GNZ77D • Front speaker (SS-GNZ77D) Speaker system 2-way, bass-reflex type, magnetically shielded...

  • Page 97: Dvd Setup Menu Item List

    DVD setup menu item list You can set the following items with the DVD setup menu. The default settings are underlined. LANGUAGE SETUP (page 50) Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list. MENU Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.
  • Page 98 SPEAKER SETUP SIZE FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUBWOOFER YES DISTANCE FRONT CENTER SURROUND LEVEL (FRONT) CENTER SUBWOOFER +3.0 dB LEVEL (SURROUND) TEST TONE (page 53) SETUP (page 19, 49, 90) QUICK CUSTOM NONE RESET BEHIND SIDE NONE NONE 3.0m (1.0 m - 7.0 m) 3.0m (0.0 m - 7.0 m) 3.0m...

  • Page 99: Language Code List

    Language code list For details, see page 50. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639:1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code 1027 Afar 1186 1028 Abkhazian 1194 1032 Afrikaans 1196 1039 Amharic 1203 1044 Arabic 1209 1045 Assamese 1217 1051 Aymara 1226 1052...

  • Page 100: Glossary

    Glossary Album Section of a music or picture piece on a DATA CD or DATA DVD containing MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files or DivX image files. Chapter Subdivision of a title on a DVD VIDEO. A title is composed of several chapters. ®...
  • Page 101 DVD VIDEO A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a AUDIO CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and single- sided DVD VIDEO, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times that of a AUDIO CD.
  • Page 102 Multilingual function Several languages for the sound or subtitles in a picture are recorded on some DVD VIDEOs. Multi Session This is a recording method that enables adding of data using the Track-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out.
  • Page 103 Track Sections of a picture or a music piece on an AUDIO CD, VIDEO CD, DATA CD or DATA DVD. Each track is assigned a track number enabling you to locate the track you want. Structure Disc of DVD Title VIDEO or DVD-R/ DVD-RW in...

  • Page 104: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages

    List of button locations and reference pages How to use page 104 to 106 Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the unit and remote that are mentioned in the text. Unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A –...
  • Page 105 Top view Front view 2 34 5 6 whwg continued...

  • Page 106: Remote Control

    The numeric button 5, TV VOL +, VOLUME + and H buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system. This button is used to operate a Sony TV. For details, see “Operating a Sony TV with the remote” on page 17.
  • Page 108 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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