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Sony MHC-GN88D User Manual

Sony MHC-GN88D
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MHC-GN88D 4-248-439-12 (1)
1
GB
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
4-248-439-12 (1)
MHC-GN88D
MHC-GN77D
© 2003 Sony Corporation

Table of Contents

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Sony MHC-GN88D Specifications

General IconGeneral
USB PlaybackYes
CD PlaybackYes
FM RadioYes
FM TunerYes
FunctionsCD, USB, Radio
Playable formatsMP3
TunerFM
USB Playback FormatsMP3

Summary

Safety Warnings

Fire and Shock Hazard Prevention

Instructions to prevent fire and electrical shock by avoiding moisture and proper ventilation.

Button Location Reference

Remote Control Guide

Getting Started

System Setup: Hooking Up

Step-by-step guide to connect speakers, center speaker, and antennas.

Connecting Components

Center Speaker Connection

Instructions for connecting the center speaker to the system.

System Setup and Remote Use

Finalizing System Connections

Connects the power cord and sets the TV color system (PAL/NTSC).

Speaker Placement

Front Speaker Positioning

Recommends placing front speakers at a 45-degree angle from the listening position.

Playing Discs

Disc Playback Controls

Creating Custom Playback Programs

Program Play Management

Searching for Disc Content

Content Search Methods

Explains searching for titles, chapters, tracks, albums, and files.

Searching by Title, Track, Album, or File

Using the remote to search for specific content by name.

Advanced Content Navigation

Searching Chapters and Indexes

How to find specific chapters or indexes on a disc.

DVD Audio and Subtitle Settings

DVD Language and Subtitle Options

DVD Audio and Track Configuration

DVD Angle and Screen Adjustment

TV Screen Aspect Ratio

Disc Playback Restrictions

Custom Parental Control Setup

Sets custom parental control and password for discs.

Custom Parental Control Activation

Steps to enable or disable custom parental control and set a password.

Parental Control Management

Changing Parental Control Password

Instructions for changing the existing parental control password.

Limiting Playback by Age (DVD)

Setting playback limits based on age/rating for DVDs.

Parental Control Configuration

Entering Parental Control Password

Entering password to access parental control settings.

Setting Standard Playback Region

Setting the standard region code for playback limitations.

Parental Control and Region Codes

Area Code Reference

Lists standard region codes and their corresponding numeric values.

Disabling Parental Control

Steps to disable the parental control feature.

Speaker Setup

Speaker Size Configuration

Setting speaker sizes (FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, SUBWOOFER).

Speaker Setup and Adjustment

Speaker Distance Settings

Setting speaker distances from the listening position.

Adjusting Speaker Volume and Balance

Using test tone to adjust speaker volume and balance.

Speaker Level and Balance

Adjusting Individual Speaker Levels

Adjusting individual speaker volume levels.

Tuner Operations

Radio Reception and Listening

Tape Recording

CD Synchro Recording

How to record CDs to tape automatically.

Manual Tape Recording

Steps for manually recording audio sources onto tape.

Program Edit and Timer Recording

Program Edit for Tape Recording

Creating custom track sequences for recording onto tape.

Timer Recording Radio Programs

Setting the system to record radio programs automatically.

Timer Recording Setup

Setting Recording Stop Time

Setting the end time for timer recordings.

Sound Enhancement Features

Adjusting Sound Bass

Enhancing bass and sound power using GROOVE modes.

Applying Preset Sound Effects

Applying preset sound effects like ROCK, POP, JAZZ, etc.

Sound Field Selection

Choosing Sound Field Modes

Selecting from various sound field modes for immersive audio.

Graphic Equalizer and Personal Files

Customizing Sound with EQ

Customizing sound with EQ and saving settings as personal files.

Display Settings

Display Information and Controls

Disc Information Display Details

On-Screen Disc Information

Audio Enhancement Features

Video Game Sound Sync

Connects and enhances video game sound.

Mixing Game Sound with Other Sources

Mixes game audio with other sources like DVD or tape.

Karaoke Singing Function

Enables karaoke playback with multiplex CDs and vocal cancellation.

Karaoke and Sound Mixing

Mixing and Recording Sounds

Mixes microphone audio with other sources and records it.

Timers

Sleep Timer Function

Sets the system to turn off automatically after a preset time.

Daily Timer for Wake-up

Wakes you up with music at a preset daily time.

Daily Timer Operation

Optional Components

Connecting and Listening to Components

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General Problems and Remedies

Addresses display flashing, cancelled settings, and remote issues.

No Sound Troubleshooting

Solutions for issues related to volume, headphones, and paused playback.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

TV Color Irregularity

Troubleshooting color issues related to speaker placement.

Speaker Sound Issues

Addresses sound from one channel or only the center speaker.

Troubleshooting Playback Problems

Sound Skipping Solutions

Solutions for sound skipping, including disc cleaning and system placement.

MP3 Audio Track Playback Issues

Reasons why MP3 tracks may not play, including format issues.

JPEG File Playback Errors

Explains why JPEG files might not play, including format and size limitations.

Troubleshooting Audio and Video

Sound Effect and Stereo Issues

Problems with Dolby Digital/MPEG sound tracks and stereo effect loss.

Picture Display Problems

Solutions for no picture, picture noise, and aspect ratio problems.

Troubleshooting Tape and Tuner

Tape Deck Issues

Remedies for tape recording, playback, erasing, and sound quality issues.

Tuner Reception Issues

Solutions for severe hum/noise and no stereo FM reception.

System Messages

Disc Playback Error Messages

Explains messages like 'Cannot Play' for incompatible discs or region codes.

Playback Limit and Data Error Messages

Messages for unsupported MP3/JPEG formats or data errors.

Precautions

Product Specifications

Component Specifications

General System Specifications

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