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Sony MHC-GZR7D Operating Instructions Manual

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3-870-909-12(1)
Mini HI-FI
Component
System
Operating Instructions
MHC-GZR9D
MHC-GZR8D
MHC-GZR7D
Printed in China
© 2008 Sony Corporation

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WARNING
Notice for the customer in the countries applying EU Directives
Manufacturer and representative information for EU directives.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
Correct disposal procedures for electrical and electronic products.
Disposal of waste batteries
Note on power cord plug shapes
About this manual
Getting Started
Disc
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Solutions for common system problems.
Precautions
Important safety and handling guidelines.
Specifications
Technical details of the system.
Guide to the Control Menu display
Explanation of the on-screen menu interface.
Language code list
List of supported language codes.
Glossary
Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.
Index
Alphabetical listing of topics for quick reference.
Playable discs
Discs that cannot be played
Region code of DVD VIDEOs you can play back on this system
Note on DualDiscs
Notes on CD-R/-RW and DVD‑R/-RW/+R/+RW
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
Copyrights
Guide to parts and controls
Unit
Details of the main system unit's parts.
Remote
Display
Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Connecting speakers and power for system setup.
Getting Started
FM/AM antennas
Connecting and positioning antennas.
Speakers
Connecting speaker cords to terminals.
Voltage selector
Power
Getting Started
Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote
How to install batteries in the remote.
Attaching the speaker pads
Applying pads to speakers for stability.
Getting Started
When carrying this system
Procedure to protect the DVD mechanism when moving.
Hooking up the TV
Connecting the system to a TV for video output.
Getting Started
When connecting a video deck
Connecting to a TV via a video deck.
Changing the color system
Adjusting TV color system (PAL/NTSC).
Changing the format of the video signal output from COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
Operating a Sony TV
Positioning the speakers
Getting Started
Setting the clock
How to set the system's internal clock.
Performing “QUICK” setup
If you make a mistake
To quit “QUICK” setup
To recall “QUICK” setup settings
Using the “THEATRE SYNC” function
Preparing to use the “THEATRE SYNC” function
Initial configuration for Theatre Sync.
To select the TV’s input
Registering TV input source for Theatre Sync.
Operating the “THEATRE SYNC” function
To change the transmission time
Disc
Playing a disc
Normal playback procedures for discs.
Other operations
Displaying multi-angles and subtitles
Changing the sound
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Version 2.0)  PBC Playback
Resuming playback from the point you stopped the disc  Resume Play
Resuming playback of a disc that was stopped  Multi-disc Resume
Creating your own program  Program Play
Playing in random order  Shuffle Play
Playing repeatedly  Repeat Play
Disc
Searching/selecting a disc
How to find and select content on a disc.
Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST” on a DVD-R/-RW in VR mode
Choosing playback order for VR mode discs.
Using the on-screen display to search for a title/chapter/scene/track/index/folder/file
To search for a particular point using the time code  Time Search
Playing MP3/JPEG discs
Notes
Important information for MP3/JPEG disc playback.
Selecting an MP3 audio track or folder
Choosing specific MP3 tracks or folders.
Playing a folder
Playing a track
Playing an image file
Playing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files as a slide show with sound
Specifying the slide show speed
Selecting a transition effect for image files in the slide show
Enjoying DivX® video files
About DivX Video Files
Information about DivX technology.
Notes
Important notes regarding DivX file playback.
Selecting a DivX video file or folder
Playing a DivX video file
Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound  “A/V SYNC”
Restricting playback of the disc  PARENTAL CONTROL
Changing the password
Disc
Using the Setup Menu
Customizing system settings for picture and sound.
Selecting the language – “LANGUAGE SETUP”
Setting the TV screen – “VIDEO SETUP”
TV TYPE1)
Selecting TV aspect ratio.
4:3 PAN SCAN2)
PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)
COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)
BLACK LEVEL
BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)
PAUSE MODE
AUDIO DRC1) (Dynamic Range Compression)
TRACK SELECTION
Setting the system – “SYSTEM SETUP”
SCREEN SAVER
Enabling or disabling the screen saver.
BACKGROUND
PARENTAL CONTROL
Setting the speakers1)  “SPEAKER SETUP”
CONNECTION
Specifying speaker connections.
DISTANCE
Setting speaker distance from listener.
LEVEL (FRONT)6)
Adjusting front speaker volume levels.
LEVEL (SURROUND) (MHC-GZR9D/GZR8D only)7)
Adjusting surround speaker volume levels.
TEST TONE (MHC-GZR9D/GZR8D only)
Tuner
Listening to the radio
General radio listening procedures.
Listening to a preset radio station
Selecting and storing radio stations.
Listening to a non-preset radio station/station with a weak signal
To change the AM tuning interval
Tape
Playing a tape
Procedures for playing cassette tapes.
Other operations
Recording onto a tape
USB Device
Transferring music from a disc to an USB device
Copying audio files to a USB device.
Using the front panel display
Using the on-screen display
To erase audio tracks or folders from the USB device
Folder and track generation rules
Recording analog audio to an USB device
Listening to music of an USB device
Selecting an audio track or folder
Selecting a JPEG image file or folder
Playing an image file
Specifying the slide show speed
Selecting a transition effect for image files in the slide show
Playing in random order  Shuffle Play
Playing repeatedly  Repeat Play
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound
General sound adjustment procedures.
Reinforcing the sound
Enhancing bass and sound power.
Selecting the preset effect
Applying pre-defined sound effects.
To adjust the graphic equalizer and store the user equalizer setting
Selecting the sound field
Singing along: Karaoke
Preparing for karaoke
Initial setup for karaoke mode.
Changing the key  Key Control
Playing karaoke with any stereo disc  “Karaoke Pon”
To cancel “Karaoke Pon” mode
Selecting the vocals  Vocal Select
Selecting the scoring mode  Score Mode
Other Operations
Using the timer
Setting timers for playback or recording.
Falling asleep to music  Sleep Timer
Setting a timer to turn off music.
Setting the timer
Configuring playback or recording timers.
Changing the display
Turning off the display  Power Saving Mode
Enabling power saving mode for the display.
Changing the power illuminator
Viewing information about the disc
Viewing information about the disc in the front panel display
Checking disc details on the unit's display.
Checking the elapsed playing time, remaining time and titles
Viewing playback timings and disc titles.
Viewing information about the disc in the on-screen display
Displaying the audio information of the disc
Checking the date information of JPEG image files
Other Operations
Hooking up optional components
Connecting external devices to enhance the system.
VIDEO/SAT AUDIO IN L/R jacks
VIDEO/SAT VIDEO IN jack
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
VIDEO OUT jack
S VIDEO OUT jack
DMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
D-LIGHT SYNC OUT jack
SUBWOOFER OUT jack (MHC GZR8D/GZR7D only)
DVD DIGITAL OUT jack (MHC GZR7D only)
Listening to a connected VCR or satellite tuner
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
Enjoying the multi channel sound with the optional amplifier (MHC-GZR7D only)
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Solutions for common system problems.
General
General issues and display behavior.
The system does not turn on.
Troubleshooting steps for power issues.
The clock or timer setting is canceled.
Resetting clock/timer after power loss.
There is no sound.
Troubleshooting steps for audio output issues.
Check the speaker connections
There is no microphone sound.
There is severe hum or noise.
The timer does not function.
The remote does not function.
The color irregularity on a TV screen persists.
The sound from the component connected to the VIDEO/SAT AUDIO IN L/R jacks is distorted.
“THEATRE SYNC” function does not work.
Speakers
Disc Player
The disc does not eject and “LOCKED” appears in the display.
Resolving disc ejection errors.
The disc tray does not close.
Troubleshooting disc tray closing issues.
The disc does not eject.
Playback does not start.
The sound skips.
Playback does not start from the first track.
Playback starts automatically.
Playback stops automatically.
You cannot perform some functions such as Stop, Lock Search, Slow motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play or Program Play.
The DATA CD/DVD (MP3 audio track/JPEG image file/DivX video file) cannot be played back.
The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during the transfer process.
Tracks or folders on the USB device cannot be erased.
Are you using a supported USB device?
“OVER CURRENT” appears.
There is no sound. (USB)
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound. (USB)
The USB device cannot be connected into the  (USB) port .
“READING” is displayed for an extended time, or it takes a long time before playback starts.
Erroneous display
The USB device is not recognized.
“Data error” appears on the display when playing an USB device.
Play does not start. (USB)
Play does not start from the first track. (USB)
Tracks or files cannot be played back. (USB)
Picture
There is no picture.
Resolving issues with no video output.
Picture noise appears.
The subtitles language cannot be changed.
The subtitles cannot be turned off.
The angles cannot be changed.
Tuner
The radio presetting is canceled.
Resolving issues with canceled radio presets.
There is severe hum or noise. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display)
Troubleshooting radio reception noise.
Tape deck
The tape does not record or playback, or there is a decrease in sound level.
Tape playback and recording problems.
The tape does not erase completely.
Issues with tape erasing function.
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out.
Resolving tape sound quality issues.
Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.
The tape does not record.
Optional components -> There is no sound.
If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures or other troubles not described above occur, reset the system as follows:
Self-diagnosis Function
When displaying the version number on the TV screen
Messages
CANNOT PLAY
Error message for unplayable discs.
DATA ERROR (for USB devices)
Error message for unplayable USB data.
DATA ERROR (for DATA CD/DVDs)
Error message for unplayable disc data.
DEVICE ERROR
Error message for unrecognized USB devices.
DEVICE FULL
Error message for full USB devices.
DVD NO DISC
Message indicating no disc is loaded.
ERASE ERROR
FATAL ERROR
FOLDER FULL
INVALID
JPEG
NO AUDIO
NO DEVICE
NO IMAGE
NO TAB
NO TAPE
NOT IN USE
NOT SUPPORT
OFF TIME NG
OVER CURRENT
PLEASE WAIT
PROTECTED
PUSH STOP
READING
REC ERROR
TRACK FULL
Precautions
Notes on discs
Guidelines for handling and cleaning discs.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaner
Precautions for using cleaning accessories.
On operating voltage
Checking system voltage compatibility.
On safety
General safety precautions for system use.
On placement
Guidelines for positioning the system.
On heat buildup
Information about normal heat generation during operation.
In case color irregularity is observed on a nearby TV screen
Cleaning the cabinet
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over
About a tape longer than 90 minutes
Cleaning the tape heads
Demagnetizing the tape heads
Specifications
Main unit
Specifications for the main system unit.
Amplifier section
Technical details of the amplifier.
MHC-GZR9D
Specifications for the MHC-GZR9D model.
MHC-GZR8D
Specifications for the MHC-GZR8D model.
MHC-GZR7D
Specifications for the MHC-GZR7D model.
Inputs
List of audio and video input terminals.
Outputs
List of audio and video output terminals.
FRONT SPEAKER
Disc player section
USB section
Tape deck section
Tuner section
AM tuner section
Speaker
General
Power requirements
Voltage and frequency requirements.
Power consumption
System power usage details.
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers)
Physical dimensions of the main unit.
Mass (excl. speakers)
Weight of the main unit.
Supplied accessories
List of items included in the package.
Guide to the Control Menu display
Control Menu display
Overview of the Control Menu screens.
To turn off the Control Menu
List of Control Menu items
[TITLE]/[SCENE]/[TRACK]
Selecting disc content elements.
[CHAPTER]/[INDEX]
Selecting disc chapters or indexes.
[TRACK]1)
Selecting specific tracks.
[ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST]
Choosing playback sequence.
[TIME]1)
Checking playback time and searching by time.
[PROGRAM]
Creating custom playback programs.
[SHUFFLE]1)
Playing tracks in random order.
[REPEAT]1)
[A/V SYNC]
[SETUP]1)
QUICK
Basic system setup for initial use.
CUSTOM
Advanced system configuration.
[FOLDER]1)
[FILE]1)
[DATE]1)
[INTERVAL]1)
[EFFECT]1)
[MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)]1)
[USB RECORDING]
[KARAOKE MODE]1)
[SCORE MODE]1)2)
[VOCAL SELECT]2)
Language code list
Parental Control area code list
Glossary
Auto Pause
Automatic pause feature for VIDEO CDs.
Chapter
Subdivision of DVD VIDEO titles.
Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)
Sony's digital surround sound technology.
DivX®
Information on DivX video technology.
Dolby Digital
Description of Dolby Digital audio format.
Dolby Pro Logic II
Description of Dolby Pro Logic II audio technology.
Movie mode
Sound field setting for movies.
Music mode
Sound field setting for music.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic
DTS
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW
DVD+RW
File
Film based software, Video based software
Folder
Interlace format(Interlaced scanning)
Menu Playback
Multi-angle function
Multilingual function
Multi Session
Parental Control
Playback Control (PBC)
Progressive format(sequential scanning)
Region Code
Scene
Title
Track
VIDEO CD
Index

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