Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...Repeat Play 23 Playing a disc with MP3 audio tracks .......... 25 Playing DVDs using the menu 26 Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0) - CUSTOM SETUP 30 Speaker settings - Manual Tuning 45 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only 45 Tape Loading a tape 47 Playing...system 11 Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote 16 Setting the clock 16 DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3 Playing discs Loading a disc 17 Playing a disc - Preset Tuning 44 - Table of Contents List of Button Locations and Reference Pages Main unit 8 Remote control 9 Sub woofer (MHC-GX90D...
...Repeat Play 23 Playing a disc with MP3 audio tracks .......... 25 Playing DVDs using the menu 26 Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0) - CUSTOM SETUP 30 Speaker settings - Manual Tuning 45 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only 45 Tape Loading a tape 47 Playing...system 11 Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote 16 Setting the clock 16 DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3 Playing discs Loading a disc 17 Playing a disc - Preset Tuning 44 - Table of Contents List of Button Locations and Reference Pages Main unit 8 Remote control 9 Sub woofer (MHC-GX90D...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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FM antenna Rear speaker (Right)*1 AM loop antenna Rear speaker (Left)*1 Center speaker*1 2 2 6 5 2 3 4 4 1 Front speaker (Right) Sub woofer*2 *1 except for MHC-RV600D *2 MHC-GX90D and RV800D only 7 8 Front speaker (Left) continued 11GB Getting Started Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 9 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.
FM antenna Rear speaker (Right)*1 AM loop antenna Rear speaker (Left)*1 Center speaker*1 2 2 6 5 2 3 4 4 1 Front speaker (Right) Sub woofer*2 *1 except for MHC-RV600D *2 MHC-GX90D and RV800D only 7 8 Front speaker (Left) continued 11GB Getting Started Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 9 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...Stripe (#) 3 Connect the center speaker. (except for MHC-RV600D) Connect the speaker cords to the CENTER SPEAKER jacks as shown below . Insert only the stripped portion Gray/Solid (3) + - Set up the system (continued) 1 Connect the front speakers. Insert only the stripped portion...speakers. (except for MHC-RV600D) Connect the speaker cords to the REAR SPEAKER jacks as shown below . Insert only the stripped portion R + L 4 Connect the sub woofer speaker. (MHC-GX90D and RV800D only) Connect the speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER jacks as shown below . Connect the speaker...
...Stripe (#) 3 Connect the center speaker. (except for MHC-RV600D) Connect the speaker cords to the CENTER SPEAKER jacks as shown below . Insert only the stripped portion Gray/Solid (3) + - Set up the system (continued) 1 Connect the front speakers. Insert only the stripped portion...speakers. (except for MHC-RV600D) Connect the speaker cords to the REAR SPEAKER jacks as shown below . Insert only the stripped portion R + L 4 Connect the sub woofer speaker. (MHC-GX90D and RV800D only) Connect the speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER jacks as shown below . Connect the speaker...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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..., the sound will not be heard. * except for MHC-RV600D Rear speaker (L) Rear speaker (R) 2 Place the center speaker at about the same height as the front speakers. Hooking up the system (continued) To attach the speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from the antennas to prevent...
..., the sound will not be heard. * except for MHC-RV600D Rear speaker (L) Rear speaker (R) 2 Place the center speaker at about the same height as the front speakers. Hooking up the system (continued) To attach the speaker pads Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from the antennas to prevent...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... of the standing wave, by a woofer (below to operate a Sony TV. Using the remote You can enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound while playing a DVD. When carrying this happens, move the woofer away from the system. 2 Hold down DVD, then press ?/1 until "STANDBY" appears. This is unlikely to...this system Perform the following procedure to protect the DVD mechanism. 1 Press ?/1 to occur. When you like in the center of the TV speaker(s) Press TV ?/1 TV/VIDEO TV CH + or - To adjust the speaker volume and level, see page 33. Getting Started Placing the sub woofer (MHC-GX90D ...
... of the standing wave, by a woofer (below to operate a Sony TV. Using the remote You can enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound while playing a DVD. When carrying this happens, move the woofer away from the system. 2 Hold down DVD, then press ?/1 until "STANDBY" appears. This is unlikely to...this system Perform the following procedure to protect the DVD mechanism. 1 Press ?/1 to occur. When you like in the center of the TV speaker(s) Press TV ?/1 TV/VIDEO TV CH + or - To adjust the speaker volume and level, see page 33. Getting Started Placing the sub woofer (MHC-GX90D ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... the sounds we can be no longer than MP3, the unit cannot recognize the file properly and will generate random noise that could damage your speakers. • The following discs take a longer time to the file name. • If you may encounter such problems as disabled playback, sound...can be sure to add the file extension "MP3" to start playback. - Folder names can have up to 8 trees. There are not compressed. DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3 Playing a disc with complicated tree structure. • Depending on the encoding/writing software, recording device, or the recording media ...
... the sounds we can be no longer than MP3, the unit cannot recognize the file properly and will generate random noise that could damage your speakers. • The following discs take a longer time to the file name. • If you may encounter such problems as disabled playback, sound...can be sure to add the file extension "MP3" to start playback. - Folder names can have up to 8 trees. There are not compressed. DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3 Playing a disc with complicated tree structure. • Depending on the encoding/writing software, recording device, or the recording media ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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..., REAR and SUBWOOFER. Then use the test tone to adjust the volume and the balance of the speakers to the sound track which contains the highest number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital sound tracks in the Setup Display. FRONT •...; YES CENTER (except for MHC-RV600D) • YES: Normally select this position. • NONE: Select this case, you cannot change . x TRACK SELECTION (DVD only) Gives the priority to the same level. Speaker settings...
..., REAR and SUBWOOFER. Then use the test tone to adjust the volume and the balance of the speakers to the sound track which contains the highest number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital sound tracks in the Setup Display. FRONT •...; YES CENTER (except for MHC-RV600D) • YES: Normally select this position. • NONE: Select this case, you cannot change . x TRACK SELECTION (DVD only) Gives the priority to the same level. Speaker settings...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...you select an item, the sound cuts off for a moment. • Depending on the settings of other speakers, the sub woofer may output excessive sound. • When you play a DVD that does not have sub woofer output recorded, note that no sound is set the distance of the sub woofer... (-10 dB to "ON" for a moment. • If each speaker as follows. The default settings are not used . x DISTANCE (except for MHC-RV600D) The default distance setting for the speakers in relation to the listening position is used. • NONE: Select this when rear...
...you select an item, the sound cuts off for a moment. • Depending on the settings of other speakers, the sub woofer may output excessive sound. • When you play a DVD that does not have sub woofer output recorded, note that no sound is set the distance of the sub woofer... (-10 dB to "ON" for a moment. • If each speaker as follows. The default settings are not used . x DISTANCE (except for MHC-RV600D) The default distance setting for the speakers in relation to the listening position is used. • NONE: Select this when rear...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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..." and "LEVEL" using M/m/ Note When you select one of the "SPEAKER SETUP" items, the test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers as follows. on the remote). To adjust the volume of the left and right speakers simultaneously. For MHC-GX90D/RV800D/RV900D 1 Press DVD SETUP in parentheses. • FRONT (0 step): Adjust the balance...
..." and "LEVEL" using M/m/ Note When you select one of the "SPEAKER SETUP" items, the test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers as follows. on the remote). To adjust the volume of the left and right speakers simultaneously. For MHC-GX90D/RV800D/RV900D 1 Press DVD SETUP in parentheses. • FRONT (0 step): Adjust the balance...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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Speaker settings (continued) For MHC-RV600D 1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode. 2 Press M or m repeatedly to select "SPEAKER SETUP", then press ENTER. 3 Adjust the value of "SIZE", "BALANCE" and "LEVEL" using M/m/
Speaker settings (continued) For MHC-RV600D 1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode. 2 Press M or m repeatedly to select "SPEAKER SETUP", then press ENTER. 3 Adjust the value of "SIZE", "BALANCE" and "LEVEL" using M/m/
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... (VIDEO) function - changing the AM tuning interval (except for a 2ch source DVD. Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off until the demonstration display or the clock display disappears. changing the color system Display 53GB The indicator lights up even in the Power Saving Mode. • ... system power is off ) * "VIRTUAL" appears, but the sound field with virtual speaker effect is displayed only if you select other sound effects, the surround effect will be turned off to turn off the display - Display Turning off the sub woofer. Using the sub woofer (MHC-GX90D ...
... (VIDEO) function - changing the AM tuning interval (except for a 2ch source DVD. Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off until the demonstration display or the clock display disappears. changing the color system Display 53GB The indicator lights up even in the Power Saving Mode. • ... system power is off ) * "VIRTUAL" appears, but the sound field with virtual speaker effect is displayed only if you select other sound effects, the surround effect will be turned off to turn off the display - Display Turning off the sub woofer. Using the sub woofer (MHC-GX90D ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...cancel the echoing, turn ECHO LEVEL to adjust the echo effect. Deck B stands by selecting the DVD function and not playing a disc. • When high level sound signals are playing. - Start... singing along with the music. only a few instruments are input, the system automatically adjusts the recording level to prevent distortion of the recorded sound signal (Auto Level ... and recording sounds 1 Do the procedure for recording. the singer's voice deviates from the speakers or change the direction of the source you want to record from MIC, then press KARAOKE...
...cancel the echoing, turn ECHO LEVEL to adjust the echo effect. Deck B stands by selecting the DVD function and not playing a disc. • When high level sound signals are playing. - Start... singing along with the music. only a few instruments are input, the system automatically adjusts the recording level to prevent distortion of the recorded sound signal (Auto Level ... and recording sounds 1 Do the procedure for recording. the singer's voice deviates from the speakers or change the direction of the source you want to record from MIC, then press KARAOKE...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... a connected component Listening to connect the sub woofer speaker. Hooking up optional components (continued) C MD (VIDEO) IN jacks (VIDEO (MD) IN jacks for MHC-GX90D 62GB G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks Use the component cable (not supplied) to these jacks. This switches the "MD" function to this system. To return to these jacks. F DIGITAL OUT...
... a connected component Listening to connect the sub woofer speaker. Hooking up optional components (continued) C MD (VIDEO) IN jacks (VIDEO (MD) IN jacks for MHC-GX90D 62GB G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks Use the component cable (not supplied) to these jacks. This switches the "MD" function to this system. To return to these jacks. F DIGITAL OUT...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... up the system" on page 13). • Press DISPLAY twice while the system is no audio output during timer recording. • The system is disconnected or a power failure occurs for MHC-GX90D), switch to "MD" function (see step 8 of the speaker cord will obstruct the speaker connections. •... remote and the system. • The remote is connected firmly and the speakers are connected. • Insert only the stripped portion of the system's sensor. • The batteries have any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Move the stereo system away from the component...
... up the system" on page 13). • Press DISPLAY twice while the system is no audio output during timer recording. • The system is disconnected or a power failure occurs for MHC-GX90D), switch to "MD" function (see step 8 of the speaker cord will obstruct the speaker connections. •... remote and the system. • The remote is connected firmly and the speakers are connected. • Insert only the stripped portion of the system's sensor. • The batteries have any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Move the stereo system away from the component...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... PLAY MODE repeatedly until "PGM" or "SHUF" disappears. • Resume Play has been selected. Speakers Sound comes from the rear speakers. (except for MHC-RV600D) • Set the rear speakers level to your TV (color) system. • Press DVD. • Make sure Game Mixing is canceled. The disc tray does not close. • The disc is...
... PLAY MODE repeatedly until "PGM" or "SHUF" disappears. • Resume Play has been selected. Speakers Sound comes from the rear speakers. (except for MHC-RV600D) • Set the rear speakers level to your TV (color) system. • Press DVD. • Make sure Game Mixing is canceled. The disc tray does not close. • The disc is...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...; Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 68GB if the cord plugs are cleared. Press ?/1 to turn on page 64 and check the condition of the disc. READING • The system is reading the TOC information of the system. • ...system turned off the system and check the speaker cord. PUSH STOP • You pressed PLAY MODE during operation. "PROTECT" and "PUSH POWER" appear alternately. • A strong signal was input. WAIT • The function is reset to the factory settings except for a while, then press ?/1 again to turn off for DVD...
...; Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 68GB if the cord plugs are cleared. Press ?/1 to turn on page 64 and check the condition of the disc. READING • The system is reading the TOC information of the system. • ...system turned off the system and check the speaker cord. PUSH STOP • You pressed PLAY MODE during operation. "PROTECT" and "PUSH POWER" appear alternately. • A strong signal was input. WAIT • The function is reset to the factory settings except for a while, then press ?/1 again to turn off for DVD...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... surfaces that the operating voltage of your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5-character service number. On placement • Do not place the system in an inclined position. • Do not place the system in the display) When the self-diagnosis function... not to direct sunlight. • Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on the screen. Very humid - Self-diagnosis function (When letters/numbers appear in locations where it is: - C 31 The disc is a number) system has performed the self- On safety • The unit is not a ...
... surfaces that the operating voltage of your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5-character service number. On placement • Do not place the system in an inclined position. • Do not place the system in the display) When the self-diagnosis function... not to direct sunlight. • Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on the screen. Very humid - Self-diagnosis function (When letters/numbers appear in locations where it is: - C 31 The disc is a number) system has performed the self- On safety • The unit is not a ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS: (MHC-GX90D USA model only) POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION with no more than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 70 watts) European model: MHC-RV800D DIN power output Front speaker: 45 + 45 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Center speaker: 33 watts (8 ohms... from 120 - 10,000 Hz; Amplifier section North American model: MHC-GX90D Continuous RMS power output (reference) Front speaker: 60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Center speaker: 45 watts (8 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Rear speaker: 40 + 40 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD...
...Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS: (MHC-GX90D USA model only) POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION with no more than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 70 watts) European model: MHC-RV800D DIN power output Front speaker: 45 + 45 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Center speaker: 33 watts (8 ohms... from 120 - 10,000 Hz; Amplifier section North American model: MHC-GX90D Continuous RMS power output (reference) Front speaker: 60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Center speaker: 45 watts (8 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Rear speaker: 40 + 40 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...speaker (except for MHC-RV600D): accepts impedance of 24 ohms Sub woofer speaker (MHC-GX90D and RV800D only): accepts impedance of 12 to 16 ohms SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-RV900D and RV600D only): voltage 1 V, impedance 1 kilohm Disc player section System Compact disc and digital audio and video system Laser Semiconductor laser (DVD..., rear panel) Wavelength 660 nm Output Level -18 dBm Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter 4-track 2-channel stereo 40 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassette ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC) 0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ...
...speaker (except for MHC-RV600D): accepts impedance of 24 ohms Sub woofer speaker (MHC-GX90D and RV800D only): accepts impedance of 12 to 16 ohms SUB WOOFER OUT (MHC-RV900D and RV600D only): voltage 1 V, impedance 1 kilohm Disc player section System Compact disc and digital audio and video system Laser Semiconductor laser (DVD..., rear panel) Wavelength 660 nm Output Level -18 dBm Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter 4-track 2-channel stereo 40 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassette ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC) 0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...(w/h/d) Approx. 215 × 356 × 260 mm Mass Approx. 4.5 kg net per speaker Rear speaker SS-RS390 for MHC-GX90D, RV900D and RV800D Speaker system 1-way, 1-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Full-range: 8 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 165 ... Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 225 × 95 × 100 mm Mass Approx. 0.9 kg net per speaker Sub woofer speaker SS-WG99 for MHC-GX90D and RV800D Speaker system passive sub woofer Speaker units Woofer: 15 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 4 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 210 × 325...
...(w/h/d) Approx. 215 × 356 × 260 mm Mass Approx. 4.5 kg net per speaker Rear speaker SS-RS390 for MHC-GX90D, RV900D and RV800D Speaker system 1-way, 1-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Full-range: 8 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 165 ... Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 225 × 95 × 100 mm Mass Approx. 0.9 kg net per speaker Sub woofer speaker SS-WG99 for MHC-GX90D and RV800D Speaker system passive sub woofer Speaker units Woofer: 15 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 4 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 210 × 325...