Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product MHC-GX8000/RG77 Sony
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1 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Mini Hi-Fi Component System © 2002 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions 4-238-409- 13 (1) MHC-GX8000/RG77 MHC-RG66T GB Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
2 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
3 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) T able of Contents List of Button Location and Reference Pages Main unit ............................................... 4 Remote Control ..................................... 5 Getting Started Hooking up the system ...
4 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) CD eg ( 7, 9, 10, 13, 14) CD SYNC HI-DUB qf (13, 14) DECK A A wh ( 12~14) DECK B A qh ( 12~15) D I MMER 9 (1 8 ) DIRECTION q; ( 12~14) DISC 1~3 4 ( 9, 10) DISC SKIP EX-.
MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) List of Button Location and Reference Pages 5 GB Remote Control D E R S T U V AB C Y X W qh qj qa qs qd qf 7 q; qg 8 9 6 CD ql (7, 9, 10, 13, 14) CLEAR 7 (10, 14) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (15, 20) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (8, 14, 20) D.
6 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Getting Started Hooking up the system Do the following procedure 1 to 5 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. AM loop antenna Front speaker (Left) Front speaker (Right) FM antenna 4 5 3 1 2 2 Surround speaker (Left) (MHC-GX8000/ RG77 only) 1 Connect the front speakers.
7 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Getting Started 4 For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the position of your local power line voltage. 5 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The demonstration appears in the display. When you press ?/1 , the system turns on and the demonstration automatically ends.
8 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Inserting two size AA (R6) batteries into the remote Tip With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months.
9 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) CD Loading the CD 1 Press OPEN/CLOSE Z . The CD compartment slides out. 2 Place a CD with the label side up on the disc tray. To insert additional discs, press DISC SKIP EX-CHANGE to rotate the disc tray. 3 Press OPEN/CLOSE Z to close the CD compartment.
10 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) To Play repeatedly (Repeat Play) Cancel Repeat Play Exchange other CDs while playing Remove the CD *1 All the tracks repeated up to five times. You cannot use this function during SHUFFLE ALL DISCS. *2 To repeat the current track you are playing.
11 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Tuner Tuner Presetting radio stations You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10 stations for AM. 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select FM or AM. 2 Press and hold M or m (or TUNING +/ – on the remote) until “ AUTO ” appears in the display and the frequency indication starts to change, then release.
12 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Loading a tape 1 Press TAPE A/B repeatedly to select Deck A or B. 2 Press Z on the selected deck. 3 Insert a tape in deck A or B. Playing a tape 1 Load a tape. 2 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select g to play one side, j to play both sides or RELAY* (Relay Play) to play both decks in succession.
13 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Tape Recording to a tape –– CD Synchro Recording/High Speed Dubbing/Recording Manually/ Program Edit You can record from a CD, tape, radio or other connected component. The recording level is adjusted automatically.
14 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Recording a CD by specifying track order — Program Edit You can record tracks from all the CDs in the order you want. When programing, make sure the playing times for each side do not exceed the length of one side of the tape.
15 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Tape 5 Set the time to stop recording following the above procedure. The start time appears, followed by the stop time, the preset radio station to be recorded (e.g., “ TUNER FM 5 ” ), then the original display appears.
16 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. Press GROOVE. Each time you press this button, the display changes cyclically as follows: GROOVE t V-GROOVE t GROOVE OFF GROOVE The volume switches to power mode and the equalizer curve changes.
17 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Sound Adjustment Adjusting the graphic equalizer and storing a personal file You can adjust the sound by raising or lowering the level of specific frequency band, then store up to three personal files (P FILE) in the memory.
18 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Other Features Changing the spectrum analyzer display Press SPECTRUM. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: SPECTRUM 1 t SPECTRUM 2 t SPECTRUM 3 t PATTERN 1 t PATTERN 2 t PATTERN 3 t PATTERN OFF Adjusting the brightness of the display Press DIMMER.
19 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Other Features Singing along You can sing along with any stereo CD or Tape. You need to connect an optional microphone. 1 Turn MIC LEVEL to MIN to turn down the microphone volume. 2 Connect an optional microphone to MIC jack.
20 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Waking up to music — Daily Timer You can wake up to music at a preset time every day. Make sure you have set the clock (see “ Setting the clock ” on page 8). 1 Prepare the music source you want to play. • CD: Load a CD.
MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Display 21 GB Display T urning off the display — Power Saving Mode The demonstration display (the display changes and the indicators flash even when the system is turned off) and the clock display can be turned off to minimize the amount of power consumed during standby mode (Power Saving Mode).
22 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Hooking Up the Optional Components Connecting a Video Game Player You can enjoy the video games with audio emphasis by connecting a video game player.
MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Hooking Up the Optional Components 23 GB Connecting external antennas Connect an external antenna to improve the reception. FM antenna Connect an optional FM external antenna. You can also use the TV antenna instead. FM75 AM AM antenna Connect a 6 to 15 meter (20 to 50 feet) insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal.
24 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Problems and remedies If you run into any problem using this unit, use the following check list. First, check that the power cord is connected firmly and the speakers are connected correctly and firmly. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Troubleshooting 25 GB CD Player The disc tray does not open and “ LOCKED ” appears on the front panel display. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc tray does not close. • The CD is not placed properly.
26 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Additional Information Precautions On operating voltage Before operating the unit, check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply.
MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Additional Information 27 GB Specifications Amplifier section MHC-GX8000 Total harmonic distortion Less than 0.1 % (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 100 W) MHC-RG77 The following are measur.
28 GB MHC-RG77 4-238-409- 13 (1) Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Speaker Front speaker SS-RG88 Speaker system 3-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Super Woofer: 15 cm, cone type Woofer: 15 cm, cone type Tweeter: 5 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx.
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