Sony MHC-GNZ55D User manual

©2006 Sony Corporation
2-669-601-14(1)
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
MHC-GN999D
MHC-GN999DS
MHC-GNZ88D
MHC-GNZ77D
MHC-GNZ55D

2GB
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
This appliance is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product. This
label is located on the
rear exterior.
Don’t throw away the battery with
general house waste, dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.
Note on power cord plug shapes
(Saudi Arabian model only)
For AC 220 V wall sockets
1Make the appropriate voltage setting on the
system (only for models with a voltage
selector).
2Make sure that the 13 A 3-pin plug (Type
BF) is securely attached to the power cord.
(The 13 A 3-pin plug is attached when
shipped from the factory.)
For AC 127 V wall sockets
1Make the appropriate voltage setting on the
system (only for models with a voltage
selector).
2Remove the 13 A 3-pin plug using a
screwdriver.
3Attach the supplied parallel blade plug
(Type A).
WARNING
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

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About this manual ................................... 5
Playable discs.......................................... 6
Guide to the Control Menu display......... 9
Getting Started
Hooking up the system..........................12
Positioning the speakers........................ 18
Setting the clock.................................... 18
Performing QUICK SETUP ................. 19
Using the THEATRE SYNC
function ........................................... 20
Changing the format of the video
signal from COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks .........................21
(Except for MHC-GNZ55D)
Disc – Playback
Loading a disc ....................................... 23
Playing a disc ........................................ 23
— Normal Play
Resuming playback from the point you
stopped the disc .............................. 25
— Resume Play
Creating your own program ..................26
— Program Play
Playing in random order........................ 28
— Shuffle Play
Playing repeatedly.................................29
— Repeat Play
Playing DVD VIDEOs using the
menu ...............................................30
Selecting “ORIGINAL” or
“PLAY LIST” on a DVD-R/
DVD-RW in VR mode ................... 31
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC
functions (Version 2.0) ................... 31
— PBC Playback
About MP3 audio tracks and
JPEG image files ............................32
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs
with MP3 audio tracks and
JPEG image files ............................33
Playing MP3 audio tracks and
JPEG image files as a slide show
with sound....................................... 36
Enjoying DivX®video files ................. 38
(MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D*
only)
* Russian model only
Using the on-screen display to search
for a title/chapter/scene/track/
index/album/file ............................. 40
Searching by scene ............................... 41
— Picture Navigation
Disc – Various Functions
Selecting the audio format .................... 43
Changing the angles.............................. 44
Displaying the subtitles ........................ 44
Adjusting the delay between the
picture and sound ........................... 45
— A/V SYNC
Restricting playback of the disc............ 45
— CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL
Using the DVD Setup Menu................. 49
Tuner
Presetting radio stations........................ 57
Listening to the radio............................ 59
Tape – Playback
Loading a tape ...................................... 60
Playing a tape........................................ 60
Tape – Recording
Recording your favorite disc onto
a tape .............................................. 61
— CD Synchro Recording
Recording onto a tape manually ........... 62
— Manual Recording
Table of Contents
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Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound .............................. 63
Selecting the preset effect ..................... 63
Adjusting and storing the graphic
equalizer.......................................... 64
Selecting the sound field....................... 65
Using the subwoofer ............................. 67
(MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS
only)
Singing along: Karaoke......................... 67
Mixing and recording onto a tape ......... 72
Timer
Falling asleep to music.......................... 74
— Sleep Timer
Waking up to music .............................. 74
— Play Timer
Timer recording radio programs ........... 75
Display
Turning off the display.......................... 76
— Power Saving Mode
Changing the power illuminator ........... 77
Viewing information about the disc
in the front panel display ................ 77
Viewing information about the disc
on the TV screen ............................. 78
Checking the date information of
JPEG image files ............................ 80
Optional Components
Hooking up optional components ......... 81
Listening to audio from a connected
component ...................................... 84
(Except for MHC-GNZ55D)
Enjoying the multi channel sound
with the optional amplifier .............84
(MHC-GNZ77D/
MHC-GNZ55D only)
Troubleshooting
Problems and remedies......................... 85
Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 90
Messages............................................... 91
Additional Information
Precautions ........................................... 92
Specifications ....................................... 93
DVD setup menu item list .................... 97
Language code list ................................ 99
Glossary .............................................. 100
List of button locations and reference
pages............................................. 104

5GB
• The instructions in this manual are for models
MHC-GN999D, MHC-GN999DS,
MHC-GNZ88D, MHC-GNZ77D and
MHC-GNZ55D. In this manual, the
MHC-GN999D is used for illustration
purposes unless stated otherwise.
The MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS
consists of:
– Tuner/DVD player/Stereo cassette
deck/Amplifier (unit)
HCD-GN999D
– Speaker System
• Front speakers SS-GN999D/
SS-GN999S
• Surround speakers SS-RSX999D
• Center speaker SS-CT999D
• Subwoofer SS-WGV999D
The MHC-GNZ88D consists of:
– Tuner/DVD player/Stereo cassette
deck/Amplifier (unit)
HCD-GNZ88D
– Speaker System
• Front speakers SS-GNZ88D
• Surround speakers SS-RS8D
• Center speaker SS-CT8D
The MHC-GNZ77D consists of:
– Tuner/DVD player/Stereo cassette
deck/Amplifier (unit)
HCD-GNZ77D
– Speaker System
• Front speakers SS-GNZ77D
The MHC-GNZ55D consists of:
– Tuner/DVD player/Stereo cassette
deck/Amplifier (unit)
HCD-GNZ55D
– Speaker System
• Front speakers SS-GNZ55D
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the unit if they have the same or
similar names as those on the remote.
• The English on-screen display is used for
illustration purposes only.
• The on-screen display may be different
depending on the model and area.
• The Control Menu items may be different
depending on the disc, area and/or model.
• The Setup Menu items may be different
depending on the model and area.
• The following symbols are used in this
manual.
1) Latin American models only.
2) MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard
format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses
audio data.
3) DivX® is a video file compression technology,
developed by DivX, Inc.
4) DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under
license.
5) MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D* only.
* Russian model only.
About this manual
Symbol Meaning
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs (including DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs in DVD VIDEO
format and DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs
in video mode).
Functions available for DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs in VR (Video
Recording) mode.
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs (including Super VCDs and
CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD
or Super VCD format).
Functions available for AUDIO
CDs (including CD-Rs/CD-RWs
in AUDIO CD format and CD
Graphics1)).
Functions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/
CD-RWs) containing MP32)
audio tracks, JPEG image files or
DivX3)4)5) video files.
Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs) containing MP32)
audio tracks, JPEG image files or
DivX3)4)5) video files.

6GB
You can play back the following discs on this
system. Other discs cannot be played back.
List of playable discs
“DVD+RW”, “DVD-RW”, “DVD+R”,
“DVD VIDEO”, and the “CD” logos are
trademarks.
Notes on discs
The system can play back the following discs:
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the
following formats:
– VIDEO CD format
– AUDIO CD format
– CD Graphics7)
– DATA CD format which contains MP3
audio tracks1), JPEG image files2) and
DivX video files3)8) of format conforming
to ISO 96604) Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in
expansion format
• DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs recorded in the following
formats:
– DVD VIDEO format
– DATA DVD format which contains MP3
audio tracks1), JPEG image files2) and
DivX video files3)8) of format conforming
to UDF (Universal Disk Format)
– VR (Video Recording) format (DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs only)
The system cannot play back the following
discs:
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format
• Data part of CD-Extras5)
• Data part of Mixed CDs6)
• Super Audio CDs
• DVD Audio discs
• DVD-RAMs
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
heart, square, star).
• A disc that has the adhesive cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it.
1) MP3 audio tracks must be in MPEG 1 Audio Layer
3 format with the extension “.MP3”. The system
does not support MP3PRO format.
2) JPEG image files must be in JPEG format with the
extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG”.
3) DivX video files must be recorded in DivX format
with the extension “.AVI” or “.DIVX”.
Playable discs
Format of discs Disc logo
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/
DVD-R
DVD+RW/
DVD+R/
DVD+R DL
VIDEO CD
AUDIO CD
CD Graphics
(CDG)
(Latin American
models only)
CD-R/CD-RW

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4) ISO 9660 format: A logical format of files and
folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International
Organization for Standardization).
5) CD-Extra: This format records audio (AUDIO CD
data) on the tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks
in session 2.
6) Mixed CD: This format records data on the first
track and audio (AUDIO CD data) on the second and
subsequent tracks of a session.
7) Latin American models only.
8) MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D* only.
* Russian model only.
Region code of DVD VIDEOs
you can play back on this
system
Your system has a region code printed on the
back of the unit and will only play back DVD
VIDEOs labeled with identical region code.
DVD VIDEOs labeled will also be played
back on this system.
If you try to play back any other region code
DVD VIDEO, the message “Playback
prohibited by area limitations.” will appear on
the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO,
no region code indication may be labeled even
though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited
by area restrictions.
Example:
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to Compact Disc (CD) standard,
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/
DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW
• In some cases, CD-Rs/CD-RWs/DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs cannot be
played back on this system due to the
recording quality or physical condition of the
disc, or the characteristics of the recording
device and authoring software. The disc will
not be played back if it has not been correctly
finalized. For details, see the operation
instructions for the recording device.
• Note that some playback functions may not
work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even
if they have been correctly finalized. In this
case, view the disc by normal playback.
• A disc created in Packet Write format cannot
be played back.
Note on playback operations
of DVD VIDEOs and VIDEO
CDs
Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs and
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by
software producers. Since this system play back
DVD VIDEOs and VIDEO CDs according to
the disc contents the software producers
designed, some playback features may not be
available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied
with the DVD VIDEOs or VIDEO CDs.
ALL
DVD DECK RECEIVER
HCD-GN999D
MODEL NO.
SERIAL NO.
AC:120V/220-2 40V 50/60Hz 160W
Region code
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8GB
Note on PBC (Playback
Control) (VIDEO CDs)
This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of
VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy two kinds
of playback depending on the disc type.
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
This product is designed to play back 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.
Notes on Multi Session disc
• This system can play back Multi Session discs
when an MP3 audio track is contained in the
first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio
tracks recorded in later sessions can also be
played back.
• This system can play back Multi Session discs
when a JPEG image file is contained in the
first session. Any subsequent JPEG image
files recorded in later sessions can also be
played back.
• This system can play back Multi Session discs
when a DivX video file is contained in the
first session. Any subsequent DivX video
files recorded in later sessions can also be
played back.
• If the first session is recorded in AUDIO CD
or VIDEO CD format, only the first session
will be played back.
• The system will recognize a Multi Session
disc as an AUDIO CD if there is a session
recorded in AUDIO CD format on the disc.
However, the system will only play back the
disc if the first session is recorded in AUDIO
CD format.
• (MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D* only)
With DATA CD or DATA DVD, the system
will only play back DivX video files even if it
contains MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image
files.
* Russian model only.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This system incorporates Dolby* Digital, Dolby
Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix surround decoder,
and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
**Manufactured under license from Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
“DTS” and “ DTS Digital Surround” are
registered trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
Disc type You can
VIDEO CDs
without PBC
functions
(Ver. 1.1 discs)
Enjoy video playback (moving
pictures) as well as music.
VIDEO CDs
with PBC
functions
(Ver. 2.0 discs)
Play back interactive software
using menu screens displayed on
the TV screen (PBC Playback), in
addition to the video playback
functions of Ver. 1.1 discs.
Moreover, you can play back high-
resolution still pictures, if they are
included on the disc.

9GB
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY
repeatedly to turn on, turn off or change the Control Menu display as follows:
,Control Menu display 1
m
Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only)
m
Control Menu display off
Control Menu display
The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO
Guide to the Control Menu display
OFF
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
DVD VIDEO
Quit:
REPEAT ENTER DISPLAY
DISC
TITLE
CHAPTER
OFF
Currently playing title number
Currently playing chapter number
Total number of titles
Total number of chapters
Control Menu items
Selected item
Function name of
selected Control
Menu item
Operation message
Playback status (N
Playback, XPause,
x Stop,etc.)
Type of disc being
played back
Elapsed playing
time
Current setting
Options
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List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
TITLE/SCENE/TRACK (page 40)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played back.
CHAPTER/INDEX (page 40)
Selects the chapter or index to be played back.
TRACK (page 40)
Selects the track to be played back.
ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST3) (page 31)
Selects the playback sequence either according to the originally recorded sequence or to the
playlist created on the disc.
TIME/TEXT (pages 41, 77, 78)
Checks the elapsed playing time and the remaining time.
Inputs the time code to search for a particular point in DVD VIDEO and DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in
VR mode.
Displays the text information on the CD-TEXT discs, DVD-TEXT discs and MP3 audio tracks.
PROGRAM2) (page 26)
Plays back the track in the order you want.
SHUFFLE2) (page 28)
Plays back the track in random order.
REPEAT2) (page 29)
Plays back all discs repeatedly, the entire disc repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album/file
repeatedly.
A/V SYNC2) (page 45)
Sets the delay time between the sound and picture.
PARENTAL CONTROL (page 45)
Set to prohibit playback on this system.
SETUP
• “QUICK” Setup (page 19)
Selects the language of the on-screen display you want, the aspect ratio of the TV, and the
distance for the speakers.
• “CUSTOM” Setup (page 49)
In addition to the “QUICK” Setup setting, you can adjust other settings.
• “RESET” (page 90)
Returns the settings in “SETUP” to the default setting.

11GB
1) This function is only available during karaoke mode.
2) The icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item except “OFF”.
3) The icon indicator lights up in green when you select “PLAY LIST”.
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
ALBUM (page 40)
Selects the album to be played back.
FILE (page 40)
Selects the JPEG image file or DivX video file to be played back.
DATE (page 80)
Displays the date when the picture was taken by a digital camera.
INTERVAL (page 37)
Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the
TV screen.
EFFECT (page 37)
Selects the transition effect to be used for changing slides during a
slide show.
MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 36)
Selects the data type: MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both
(AUTO) to be played back.
KEY CONTROL1) (page 69)
Changes the key to suit your vocal range.
SCORE MODE1) (page 72)
Selects the difficulty level for scoring mode.
KARAOKE PON1)2) (page 68)
Enjoys karaoke with a stereo-recorded disc, even if it is a non-karaoke disc, by reducing the
sound of the vocals.
VOCAL1)2) (page 69)
Turns on or off the guide vocal for Dolby Digital Karaoke Format disc (DVD VIDEO only).
Turns on or off the vocal (VIDEO CD, AUDIO CD only).
VOCAL SELECT1) (page 70)
Selects the guide vocal recorded on the Dolby Digital Karaoke Format disc (DVD VIDEO only).
Selects the vocal type (VIDEO CD, AUDIO CD only).
GUIDE MELODY1)2) (page 71)
Turns on or off the guide melody for Dolby Digital Karaoke Format disc.

12GB
Refer to the illustration that follows (page 12, 13 or 14) and do the procedures 1to 6(pages 15
and 16) to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.
Getting Started
Hooking up the system
2
5
1
4
3
3
++
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Surround speaker (Right) Surround speaker (Left)
Front speaker
(Right)
Front speaker
(Left)
Center speaker
For MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS
UnitSubwoofer

Getting Started
13GB
For MHC-GNZ88D
5
1
4
2
3
3
+ +
+
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Surround speaker (Right) Surround speaker (Left)
Front speaker
(Right)
Front speaker
(Left)
Center speaker
Unit
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For MHC-GNZ77D
For MHC-GNZ55D
2
5
1
4
3
3
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Front speaker
(Right)
Front speaker
(Left)
Unit
2
5
1
4
3
3
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Front speaker
(Right)
Front speaker
(Left)
Unit

Getting Started
15GB
1Connect the speakers.
Connect the speaker cords of the speakers
to the terminals on the unit as shown below.
Front speakers
* For MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D: Red
For MHC-GNZ77D/MHC-GNZ55D: White
Center speaker
(MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D only)
Example:
Surround speakers
(MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D only)
Example:
Tip
(MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS only)
Connect the speaker cords to the terminals on the
surround speakers.
(MHC-GNZ88D only)
Connect the speaker cords to the terminals on the
center and surround speakers.
Subwoofer
(MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS only)
(MHC-GNZ88D/MHC-GNZ77D only)
If you have an optional subwoofer, see
“Hooking up optional components” on
page 81.
2Connect the video input jack of your
TV to the VIDEO OUT jack with the
supplied video cord.
Example:
When using a TV
Turn on the TV and select the video input so
that you can view the pictures from this
system.
RL
FRONT
SPEAKER
White
*
CENTER
SPEAKER
Green
RL
SURROUND
SPEAKER
Blue
Grey
Black (#)Red(3)
Black (#)Red (3)
SUB
WOOFER
Purple
S VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
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16GB
When connecting a video deck
Connect the video deck to the TV using a
video cord (not supplied). However, do not
connect this unit to the TV through the
video deck. Otherwise, you may experience
video leakage when watching video images
from this system. Connect this unit directly
to the TV as shown below.
Tip
(Except for MHC-GNZ55D)
For higher quality video images:
– Use the optional component video cords to
connect the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks
on your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
jacks of this unit. If your TV is compatible with
progressive format file signals, use this
connection and set to progressive format
(page 21).
– You can use an optional S video cord to connect
the S VIDEO input jack on your TV to the S
VIDEO OUT jack of this unit.
3Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect
it.
4For models equipped with a voltage
selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to
the position of your local power line
voltage.
Depending on the model, the VOLTAGE
SELECTOR may differ.
* Saudi Arabian model : 120 - 127V
5Connect 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.
If the supplied adaptor on the plug does not
fit your wall outlet, detach it from the plug
(only for models equipped with an adaptor).
For Saudi Arabian model, see “Note on
power cord plug shapes” on page 2.
6(Except for Latin American and
Russian models)
Set the color system to PAL or NTSC
depending on the color system of your
TV.
The default setting for color system is
different depending on the area.
Each time you perform the procedure
below, the color system changes as follows:
NTSC yPAL
Use the buttons on the unit for the
operation.
1Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
2Press ?/1 while holding down X.
The system turns on automatically and
the color system is changed.
“COLOR NTSC” or “COLOR PAL”
appears in the display.
Do not connect
directly
TV
Unit
Video deck
AM
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
AM loop antenna
220V
120V*
240V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR

Getting Started
17GB
Notes
• Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to
prevent noise.
• Be sure to match the color of the speaker terminals on
the unit and the connectors.
• Be sure to connect the speakers securely and
correctly. When connecting speaker cords, insert the
connector straight into the terminals.
• You cannot set the color system in the Power Saving
Mode (see “Turning off the display” on page 76).
• When you play back a VIDEO CD recorded in a
different color system from the one you set to the
system, the picture image may be distorted.
To connect optional components
See “Hooking up optional components” on
page 81.
Using the remote
Inserting two R6 (size AA)
batteries into the remote
Be sure to match the eand Eends on the
batteries to the markings inside the
compartment. When using the remote, point it to
the remote sensor on the unit.
Operating a Sony TV with the
remote
You can use the following buttons to operate a
Sony TV. These buttons have been marked in
orange. To use these buttons, hold down TV
before pressing the button you want.
* For double digit number, hold down TV and press
-/--, then press the number. (For example, hold down
TV, press -/--, then 2 and 5 for entering 25.)
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
Tip
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the
system, replace both batteries with new ones.
Attaching the speaker pads
Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom
corner of the speakers to stabilize the speakers
and to prevent them from slipping.
Example of MHC-GN999D front speaker
To Hold down TV and
press
Turn the TV on or off TV ?/1
Switch the TV’s input
source between the TV
and other input sources
TV/VIDEO
Select the TV channels TV CH +/– or numeric
buttons*
Adjust the volume of the
TV speaker(s)
TV VOL +/–

18GB
Place the front speakers at an angle of 45
degrees from your listening position.
1) MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D only.
2) Supplied for MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS only.
Notes
• Do not place the surround speakers on top of a TV.
This may cause distortion of the colors in the TV
screen.
• If you place the center speaker on the unit, be sure to
place it at the front side of the unit.
• Place the subwoofer on solid floor where resonance
is unlikely to occur so that a better bass reproduction
could be obtained.
• Always place the subwoofer vertically, keeping it a
few centimeters away from the wall.
• If the subwoofer is placed in the center of a room, the
bass could be extremely weakened. This is due to the
influence of the standing wave of the room. If this
happens, move the subwoofer away from the center
of the room or eliminate the cause of the standing
wave, by placing a bookshelf against the wall, etc.
Speaker settings
To enjoy DVD VIDEOs and other discs with
multi-channel sound and Dolby surround
effects, you need to adjust the speaker settings.
For details, see “Setting the speakers” on
page 53.
1Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
2Press TIMER MENU.
The hour indication flashes in the display.
3Press Vor vrepeatedly to set the
hour.
4Press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes in the
display.
5Press Vor vrepeatedly to set the
minute.
6Press ENTER.
The clock starts functioning.
To adjust the clock
1Press TIMER MENU.
“PLAY SET” flashes in the display.
2Press Vor vrepeatedly to select “CLOCK
SET”, then press ENTER.
The hour indication flashes in the display.
3Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6
above.
When carrying the unit
Do the following procedure to protect the disc
mechanism.
Use the buttons on the unit for the operation.
1Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
2Press DVD.
3Press ZOPEN/CLOSE to open the disc
tray and remove the disc. If there are
more than one disc in the disc tray, press
DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE to remove the
discs.
4Press ZOPEN/CLOSE again to close
the disc tray. Wait until “DVD NO DISC”
appears in the display.
5Hold down DVD and then press ?/1 until
“STANDBY” appears in the display.
Then, “MECHA LOCK” appears in the
display.
6Unplug the AC power cord.
Positioning the speakers
Front
speaker
(Right)
Surround
speaker1)
(Left)
Surround
speaker1)
(Right)
Front
speaker
(Left)
Unit TV
45°
Center
speaker1)
Subwoofer2)
Listener
Setting the clock

Getting Started
19GB
Notes
• The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect
the power cord or if a power failure occurs.
• You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode
(page 76).
Before using the system, you can make the
minimum basic adjustments (LANGUAGE
SETUP, SCREEN SETUP, SPEAKER
SETUP*) in QUICK SETUP. After performing
QUICK SETUP, the system is ready for
playback. To perform further speakers settings,
see “Setting the speakers” on page 53.
* Except for MHC-GNZ77D/MHC-GNZ55D.
Note
When there is a disc in the unit or the disc tray is
opened, the guide message does not appear on the
TV screen. To perform QUICK SETUP, press Z
OPEN/CLOSE on the unit to remove the disc and press
again to close the disc tray.
1Turn on your TV and select the video
input.
2Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
Note
Make sure that the headphone or microphone is
not connected. Otherwise, you cannot perform
SPEAKER SETUP.
3Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to
select “DVD” (or press DVD on the
unit).
The guide message appears at the bottom of
the TV screen.
4Press ENTER.
The “LANGUAGE SETUP” display
appears on the TV screen.
5Press Vor vrepeatedly to select a
language, then press ENTER.
Tips
• The selected language is for “OSD”, “MENU”
and “SUBTITLE ”.
• The selectable language is different depending
on the area.
The setting is selected and the “SCREEN
SETUP” display appears on the TV screen.
6Press Vor vrepeatedly to select the
setting that matches your TV type.
xIf you have a 4:3 standard TV
Select 4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN
SCAN (page 51)
xIf you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3
standard TV with wide-screen mode
Select 16:9 (page 51)
7Press ENTER.
xFor MHC-GN999D/MHC-GN999DS/
MHC-GNZ88D
The setting is selected and the “SPEAKER
SETUP” display appears on the TV screen.
xFor MHC-GNZ77D/MHC-GNZ55D
The setting is selected and “QUICK
SETUP is complete.” appears on the
TV screen.
Performing QUICK SETUP
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ENGLISH
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO
ESPAÑOL
NEDERLANDS
DANSK
SVENSKA
SCREENSETUP
TVTYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD):
SCREENSAVER:
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
BACKGROUND: 4:3 PANSCAN
16:9
4:3 OUTPUT: FULL
SPEAKER SETUP
TEST TONE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND):
OFF
CENTER: 3.0m
3.0m
SURROUND:
DISTANCE:
SIZE:
FRONT: *3.0m
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MHC-GNZ88D only)
Press Vor vrepeatedly to select the
front speaker distance from your
listening position, then press ENTER.
You can set from 1.0 to 7.0 meters.
Repeat this step to adjust the center and
surround speaker distance. The center and
surround speaker distance you can set vary
depending on the front speaker distance
setting.
The setting is selected and “QUICK
SETUP is complete.” appears on the
TV screen.
To quit QUICK SETUP
Press DISPLAY.
To change the settings of QUICK
SETUP
1Press DISPLAY when playback is
stopped.
The Control Menu appears on the TV
screen.
2Press Vor vrepeatedly to select
(SETUP), then press ENTER.
3Press Vor vrepeatedly to select “QUICK”,
then press ENTER.
The “LANGUAGE SETUP” display appears
on the TVscreen.
4Do the same procedures as steps 5 to 8of
“Performing QUICK SETUP”.
Notes
• The guide message appears at the bottom of
the TV screen when you turn on the system
for the first time or after performing “RESET” (see
“To return the DVD setup to the default settings*,
perform reset as follows:” on page 90).
• If you do not want to perform QUICK SETUP, press
CLEAR in step 3. The guide message will disappear
from the TV screen.
• If you want to change each setting individually, see
“Using the DVD Setup Menu” on page 49.
THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your
Sony TV and this system, changes the system’s
function to “DVD” and then switches the TV’s
input source you have set with just one button.
Preparing for the THEATRE
SYNC function
Register the TV’s input source connected to this
system.
Hold down SLEEP and press numeric
buttons, CLEAR or ALBUM +/– to select the
TV’s input source connected to this
system.
For details, refer to the following table.
The selected TV’s input source is memorized
into the remote.
Using the THEATRE SYNC
function
Hold down SLEEP
and press
To select the following
TV’s input source
0 No input source
(Default)
1VIDEO1
2VIDEO2
3VIDEO3
4VIDEO4
5VIDEO5
6VIDEO6
7VIDEO7
8VIDEO8
9 COMPONENT 1
CLEAR COMPONENT 2
ALBUM – COMPONENT 3
ALBUM + COMPONENT 4