Sony MHC-GN660 Operating Instructions Manual
Sony mhc-gn660 stereo system: user guide
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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
©2004 Sony Corporation
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- Page 1 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.
- Page 2 ® is a U.S. NERGY registered mark. As an E NERGY ® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product ® meets the E NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents About this manual ... 5 Playable discs... 5 Getting Started Hooking up the system... 8 Positioning the speakers... 11 Setting the clock... 11 CD/MP3 Loading a disc ... 12 Playing a disc ... 12 — Normal Play/Shuffle Play Playing repeatedly... - Page 4 Optional Components Hooking up optional components ... 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...
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Page 5: About This Manual
About this manual • The instructions in this manual are for models MHC-GN880, MHC-GN770, MHC-GX9000 and MHC-GN660. In this manual, the MHC- GN880 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. The MHC-GN880 consists of: – Tuner/CD player/Stereo cassette deck/Amplifier (main unit) –... -
Page 6: Notes On Discs
Discs that this system cannot play • CD-ROMs (except for extension “.MP3”) • CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats: – audio CD format – MP3 audio track format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2, Joliet in expansion format or Multi Session •... - 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 discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
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Page 8: Getting Started
Do the following procedures 1 to 6 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Surround speaker (Right) Front speaker (Right) * MHC-GN880 only **Except for MHC-GN660 AM loop antenna Subwoofer Main Unit FM antenna Surround speaker... - Page 9 1 Connect the front speakers. Connect the speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER terminals as shown below. White 2 Connect the surround speakers. (Except for MHC-GN660) Connect the speaker cords to the SURROUND SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Grey 3 Connect the subwoofer.
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Page 10: Attaching The Speaker Pads
• 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. -
Page 11: Positioning The Speakers
* 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 TV. This may cause distortion of the colors in the TV screen. -
Page 12: Cd/Mp3
CD/MP3 Loading a disc 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 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. -
Page 13: Other Operations
When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until the play mode you want lights up in the display. Select To play ALL DISCS All discs in the disc tray (Normal Play) continuously. 1DISC The tracks on the disc you (Normal Play) have selected in original order. -
Page 14: Playing Repeatedly
Notes • You cannot change the play mode during playback. • Some time may be needed to start playback of discs recorded in complex configurations such as many layers. • When the disc is loaded, the system reads all the tracks on that disc. -
Page 15: Creating Your Own Program
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). Press CD. When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM”... -
Page 16: 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 your favourite stations. - Page 17 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to store other stations. Other operations 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, set the CD power...
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Page 18: 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 station — Preset Tuning Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to preset them (see “Presetting radio stations”... -
Page 19: Tape - Play
Tape – Play Loading a tape Press TAPE A/B (or TAPE on the remote) repeatedly to select Deck A or B. Press Z A/B on the selected deck. Load a tape into Deck A or B. With the side you want to play/record facing forward... -
Page 20: Tape - Recording
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 –... -
Page 21: Recording On A Tape Manually
Recording on a tape manually — Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a disc, tape or radio program on a tape. You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 33). Load a recordable tape into Deck B. -
Page 22: 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. 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 mode, the equalizer curve changes, and the “GROOVE”... -
Page 23: Selecting The Mp3 Booster Effect
Selecting the MP3 Booster effect You can improve the sound quality of MP3 audio tracks during playback. Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select “MP3 BOOSTER”. The last selected MP3 booster setting appears in the display. Turn MULTI JOG clockwise or counterclockwise to select the setting you want. -
Page 24: (Mhc-Gn880/Gn770/Gx9000 Only)
Using the subwoofer (MHC-GN880 only) You can use the sound of the subwoofer to enhance the bass. Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the subwoofer to turn on the subwoofer. The indicator lights up when the subwoofer is turned on. Press the button again to turn off the subwoofer. -
Page 25: Selecting The Surround Effect
Selecting the surround effect MHC-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 Press EQ EDIT repeatedly to select surround setting. The last selected surround effect appears in the display. -
Page 26: Mixing Video Game Sound With Other Sound Source
Mixing video game sound with other sound source — Game Mixing You can mix the sound from the component connected to the GAME INPUT jacks with another function such as CD, tape, radio or MD connected to this system. Select the source sound you want. Press GAME MIXING repeatedly. -
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 t …... -
Page 28: Timer Recording Radio Programs
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. Press ?/1 to turn off the system. Other operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. -
Page 29: Display
Press DIRECTION repeatedly on the system to select “g” to record on one side or “j” to record on both sides. ”, press N repeatedly If you select “ until “B” lights up in the display to select front side as recording side. Press N repeatedly until “b”... -
Page 30: Changing The Spectrum Analyzer
Changing the spectrum analyzer display Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select “SPECTRUM”. The last selected spectrum appears in the display. Turn MULTI JOG clockwise or counterclockwise to select the setting you want. The display changes as follows: SPECTRUM 1 SPECTRUM OFF SPECTRUM 4 Press ENTER. -
Page 31: Changing The Power Illuminator
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 •... - 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 tracks t Title of current disc playing time t Clock display (for 8 seconds) current album...
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Page 33: 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. MD deck or VCR From the audio output of the connected component From the audio and video output of the video game player Video game player... -
Page 34: Listening To Audio From A Connected Component
A GAME INPUT VIDEO jack Use a video cable (not supplied) to connect the video output of the optional video game player to this jack. You can then output video through this system. B GAME INPUT AUDIO L/R jacks Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio output of the optional video game player to these jacks. -
Page 35: Recording On A Connected Component
Recording on a connected component (MHC-GN880/GN770/GN660 only) Making a digital recording on an MD Connect an optical cable. See “Hooking up optional components” on page 33. Start recording. Refer to the operating instructions provided with the connected component. Note When making a digital recording from the system to an optional component (MD deck) connected to the CD DIGITAL OUT jack, start the optional component recording in advance. -
Page 36: 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 37 CD/MP3 The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears in the display. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized 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.
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Page 38: Tape Deck
• 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 power manage function (page 17). -
Page 39: Messages
The tape does not record. • No tape is loaded. Load a tape. • The tab has been removed from the tape. Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape (page 41). • The tape has wound to the end. The Deck A does not playback reverse side. (MHC-GX9000/GN660 only) •... -
Page 40: 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 41: Specifications
Cleaning the cabinet Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol. To save a tape permanently To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over, break off the tape tab from side A or B as illustrated. - Page 42 More than 90 dB More than 90 dB 660 nm –18 dBm 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) ±0.2% W.Peak (DIN) 87.5 – 108.0 MHz FM lead antenna 75 ohm unbalanced 10.7 MHz...
- Page 43 Speaker Front speaker • SS-GN880 (MHC-GN880/GN770/GX9000) • SS-GN660 (MHC-GN660) Speaker system 3-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 8 cm, cone type Sub Woofer: 20 cm, cone type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Nominal impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 265 ×...
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Page 44: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages
Name of button/part 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, TUNER MEMORY qa (16) TUNING MODE 9 (16, 18) -
Page 45: Remote Control
Subwoofer MHC-GN880 only ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – Z 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 (23) Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A –... - Page 48 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...