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- Page 1 4-252-103-11(1) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions MHC-RG660 MHC-RG550 ©2003 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 E guidelines for energy efficiency. This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This label is located on the rear exterior. ® is a U.S. NERGY partner, Sony Corporation ® NERGY...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents How to use this manual... 4 Playable discs... 4 Getting Started Hooking up the system... 6 Setting the clock... 9 CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc ... 10 Playing a disc ... 10 — Normal Play/Shuffle Play Playing repeatedly... -
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual • This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names. • The following symbols are used in this manual. - Page 5 Notes on CD-R and CD-RW • This system can play CD-R/CD-RW discs edited by the user. However, note that playback of some discs may not be possible depending on the recording device used for recording or the disc condition. • Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be played back because of scratches, dirt, recording condition or the driver’s characteristics.
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Page 6: Getting Started
Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 5 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. FM lead antenna Front speaker (right) Surround speaker* (right) * MHC-RG660 only 1 Connect the front speakers. Connect the right and left speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER terminals as shown below. -
Page 7: Inserting Two R6 (Size Aa) Batteries Into The Remote
3 Connect the FM and AM antennas. Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally Note Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords. 4 For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage. -
Page 8: Positioning The Speakers
Notes • Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise. • Do not place the surround speakers on top of a TV. This may cause distortion of the colors in the TV screen. • Be sure to connect both left and right surround speakers. -
Page 9: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press v or V repeatedly to set the hour. Press B. Press v or V repeatedly to set the minute. Press ENTER. The clock starts working. To adjust the clock Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. -
Page 10: Cd/Mp3 - Play
CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc Press Z on the unit. Place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray. To insert additional discs, press DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE on the unit to rotate the disc tray. Press Z on the unit again to close the disc tray. -
Page 11: Other Operations
Other operations Do this Stop play Press x. Press X. Press again to resume Pause play. Select a track Press . or > repeatedly. Select an album Press ALBUM – or + repeatedly of MP3 after step 2. Keep pressing m or M during Find a point in a track playback and release it at the... -
Page 12: Playing Repeatedly
Playing repeatedly — Repeat Play You can play all the tracks or a single track on a disc. Using the display window Press REPEAT on the unit until “REP” or “REP1” appears. REP: For all the tracks on the disc, or all the tracks in the album up to five times. - Page 13 Program additional discs or tracks. To program Repeat steps Other discs 3 and 5 Other tracks on the 4 and 5 same disc Other tracks on 3 to 5 other discs Press nN. Program Play starts. Other operations Do this Cancel Program Press PLAY MODE on the unit Play...
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Page 14: 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 radio frequency of the desired stations. -
Page 15: Listening To The Radio
To change the AM tuning interval (except for European, Middle Eastern and Philippine models) The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the system. -
Page 16: Receiving Rds Broadcasts
Listening to non-preset radio station — Manual Tuning Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM”. Press TUNING –/+ (or –m or M+ on the unit) repeatedly to tune in the desired station. Tips • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially available external antenna. -
Page 17: Tape - Play
Tape – Play Loading a tape Press TAPE A/B repeatedly to select deck A or B. Press PUSH Z on the unit. Load a recorded/recordable tape in deck A or B with the side you want to play/record facing forward. With the side you want to play/record... -
Page 18: Tape - Recording
Searching for the beginning of the current or the next track (AMS)* To go forward Press > during playback when H lights. “TAPE A (or TAPE B) >>> +1” appears. Press . during playback when h lights. “TAPE A (or TAPE B) <<< +1” appears. To go back Press . -
Page 19: Recording On A Tape Manually
Recording on a tape manually — Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a CD, tape or radio program on a tape. You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 28). Load a recordable tape into deck B, then press TAPE A/B to select deck B. -
Page 20: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment Selecting the sound system (MHC-RG660 only) You can enjoy different sounds by selecting the sound mode you want. Press SURR SS MODE on the unit to select the sound you want. LINK: Reproduces the same sound with the different output level. -
Page 21: Adjusting The Graphic Equalizer And
Adjusting the graphic equalizer and storing You can adjust the sound by raising or lowering the levels of specific frequency ranges, then store up to three personal files (P-FILE) in the memory. Before operation, first select the audio emphasis you want for your basic sound. Press b or B repeatedly to select a frequency band, then press v or V to adjust the level. -
Page 22: Enhancing Video Game Sound
Enhancing video game sound — Game Sync You need to connect a video game machine (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 28). Press GAME. Tips • In the standby mode, the system automatically turns • The GAME EQ is automatically selected. •... -
Page 23: Mixing And Recording Sounds
Singing along (Except for European model) You can sing along by connecting an optional microphone. Turn MIC LEVEL on the unit to MIN to turn down the microphone control level. Connect an optional microphone to MIC. Start playing the music. Adjust the microphone volume by turning MIC LEVEL on the unit. -
Page 24: 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. Each time you press the button, the minute display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as follows: AUTO* t 90MIN t 80MIN t 70MIN t …... -
Page 25: Timer Recording Radio Programs
Other operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press until “DAILY” appears, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start over from step 1. Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press until “TIMER OFF” appears, then press ENTER. Notes •... -
Page 26: Display
Other operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press until “REC SELECT” appears, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start over from step 1. Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press until “TIMER OFF” appears, then press ENTER. Notes •... -
Page 27: Viewing Information About The Disc In The Display
Viewing information about the disc in the display You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current track or that of the disc. Checking the remaining time and titles (CD/MP3) Press DISPLAY on the unit during Normal Play. -
Page 28: 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. Optional video game machine From the audio and video output of the video game machine To the digital input jack of the MD deck A GAME INPUT VIDEO jack Use a video cable (not supplied) to connect the... -
Page 29: Listening To Audio From A Connected Component
Notes • The video game machine image may appear on the TV screen even if the system is turned off. • See “Selecting the surround effect” on page 21 for video game sound effects. • If you press GAME on the unit while the system is off, the system turns on, the function switches to GAME, and the equalizer also switches to the GAME EQ. -
Page 30: Recording On A Connected Component
Recording on a connected component Making a digital recording from CD to a connected MD deck Connect the optional optical cable. See “Hooking up optional components” on page 28. Start recording. Refer to the operating instructions provided with connected component. -
Page 31: 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 32 29). CD/MP3 player The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc tray does not close. • Place the disc correctly. • Always close the tray by pressing Z on the unit.
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Page 33: Messages
Tape deck The tape does not record or play, or there is a decrease in sound level. • The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 35). • The record/playback heads are magnetised. Demagnetise them (page 35). The tape does not erase completely. •... -
Page 34: Additional Information
• When you move the system, take 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 the disc with a cleaning cloth. -
Page 35: Specifications
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 200 + 200 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) MHC-RG550 The following measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 240 V 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 115 + 115 watts (6 ohms at... - Page 36 Tweeter: –18 dBm Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 4-track 2-channel, stereo 50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I Surround speaker SS-RS660 for MHC- cassettes RG660 ±0.15% W. Peak (IEC) 0.1% W. RMS (NAB) Speaker system ±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
- Page 37 Other models: HCD-RG660: Approx. 11.0 kg HCD-RG550: Approx. 9.0 kg Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1) Batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Speaker pads (8) MHC-RG660 (16) MHC-RG550 (8) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Page 38: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages
> (go forward) qj (11, 14, 18) hH (play) wf (10, 17) –m (rewind) wf (11, 14, 17) . (go back) wf (11, 14, 18) Z PUSH (deck A) (eject) wh (17) MHC-RG550 only Except for European model MHC-RG660 only ALBUM... -
Page 39: Remote Control
Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – O ALBUM – qk (11, 12) ALBUM + ql (11, 12) CD qj (10, 12, 18, 19) CLEAR 5 (13) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (25, 26) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (9, 24, D. SKIP 6 (11, 12) EFFECT ON/OFF qa (20, 21) ENTER qf (9, 12, 14, 21, 24, 25) GAME q;... - Page 40 Sony Corporation Printed in Mexico...
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