Mini Hi-Fi Component System: MHC-GNX100 MHC-GNX90 MHC-GNX88/GNX80 MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 MHC-GNX66/GNX60

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Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
MHC-GNX100
MHC-GNX90
MHC-GNX88/GNX80
MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900
MHC-GNX66/GNX60
©2005 Sony Corporation
model name[MHC-GNX100/GNX90/GNX80/GNX88/GNX70/GNX77/GX9900/GNX60/GNX66]
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WARNING
WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
expose the unit to rain or moisture. provide reasonable protection against harmful
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. interference in a residential installation. This
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. interference to radio communications. However, there
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
This appliance is – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
classified as a CLASS 1
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
LASER product. This
receiver.
label is located on the
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
rear exterior.
different from that to which the receiver is
Don’t throw away the battery with connected.
general house waste, dispose of it – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
correctly as chemical waste. technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification not
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE
U.S.A. expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
CAUTION
This symbol is intended to alert
The use of optical instruments with this product will
the user to the presence of
increase eye hazard.
uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered
that may be of sufficient
mark. As an ENERGY STAR® partner,
magnitude to constitute a risk of
Sony Corporation has determined that
electric shock to persons.
this product meets the ENERGY
This symbol is intended to alert STAR® guidelines for energy
the user to the presence of efficiency.
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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Table of Contents
About this manual ................................... 5
Playable discs.......................................... 6
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound .............................. 26
Getting Started Selecting the preset effect..................... 26
Hooking up the system............................ 8 Adjusting the graphic equalizer or
Positioning the speakers........................ 12 selecting the surround effect .......... 27
Setting the clock.................................... 13 Selecting the MP3 Booster effect ......... 28
Selecting the sound system................... 28
Disc – Playback (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/
GNX70/GX9900 only)
Loading a disc ....................................... 14
Using the subwoofer............................. 29
Playing a disc ........................................ 14
(MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play
only)
Playing repeatedly................................. 17
Flashing sound effect............................ 29
— Repeat Play
— SOUND FLASH
Creating your own program ..................17
Creating a party environment ............... 30
— Program Play
(MHC-GNX100 only)
Tuner Selecting the speaker system ................ 31
(MHC-GNX100 only)
Presetting radio stations ........................ 19
Selecting audio channel ........................ 31
Listening to the radio ............................ 21
— Multiplex Effect
— Preset Tuning
(MHC-GNX88/GNX77/
— Manual Tuning
GNX66 only)
Singing along........................................ 32
Tape – Playback
Loading a tape....................................... 22 Timer
Playing a tape ........................................ 22
Falling asleep to music ......................... 33
— Sleep Timer
Tape – Recording
Waking up to music.............................. 33
Recording your favorite tracks on a — Play Timer
disc into a tape ................................ 24 Timer recording radio programs........... 35
— CD Synchro Recording
— Program Edit
Recording on a tape manually............... 25
— Manual Recording
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Display
Turning off the display.......................... 36
— Power Saving Mode
Changing the spectrum analyzer
display............................................. 37
Adjusting the brightness of the
display............................................. 37
Changing the power illuminator ........... 38
Viewing information about the disc
in the display................................... 38
Optional Components
Hooking up optional components ......... 40
Listening to audio from a connected
component ...................................... 41
Recording on a connected component .. 41
(For MHC-GNX100/GNX90/
GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/
GNX70/GNX66/GNX60)
Connecting external antennas ............... 42
Troubleshooting
Problems and remedies ......................... 43
Messages ............................................... 46
Additional Information
Precautions............................................ 48
Specifications........................................ 49
List of button locations and reference
pages ............................................... 54
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The MHC-GNX80 consists of:

About this manual – Tuner/CD/MP3 player/
Stereo cassette deck/
• The instructions in this manual are for Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX80
models MHC-GNX100, MHC-GNX90, – Speaker system
MHC-GNX88, MHC-GNX80, MHC- • Front speakers SS-GNX100
GNX77, MHC-GNX70, MHC-GX9900, • Surround speakers SS-RSX80
MHC-GNX66 and MHC-GNX60. In this • Subwoofer SS-WG80
manual, the MHC-GNX88 is used for
illustration purposes unless stated otherwise.
– Tuner/CD/CDG/MP3 player/
The MHC-GNX60 consists of: Stereo cassette deck/
– Tuner/CD/MP3 player/ Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX88
Stereo cassette deck/ – Speaker system
Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX60 • Front speakers SS-GNX88
– Speaker system • Surround speakers SS-RSX80
• Front speakers SS-GNX60 • Subwoofer SS-WGV88
The MHC-GNX66 consists of: The MHC-GNX90 consists of:
– Tuner/CD/CDG/MP3 player/ – Tuner/CD/MP3 player/
Stereo cassette deck/ Stereo cassette deck/
Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX66 Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX90
– Speaker system – Speaker system
• Front speakers SS-GNX66 • Front speakers SS-GNX90
The MHC-GNX70/GX9900 consists of: The MHC-GNX100 consists of:
– Tuner/CD/MP3 player/ – Tuner/CD/MP3 player/
Stereo cassette deck/ Stereo cassette deck/
Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX70/ Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX100
GX9900 – Speaker system
– Speaker system • Front speakers SS-GNX100
• Front speakers SS-GNX100 • Surround speakers SS-RSX100
• Surround speakers SS-RSX80 • Subwoofer SS-WG100
• This manual mainly explains operations using
– Tuner/CD/CDG/MP3 player/
the buttons on the unit, but the same
Stereo cassette deck/
operations can also be performed using the
Amplifier (main unit) HCD-GNX77
buttons on the remote having the same or
– Speaker system
similar names or symbols.
• Front speakers SS-GNX88
• Surround speakers SS-RSX80
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Playable discs Discs that this system cannot

play back
You can play back the following discs on this
• CD-ROMs other than those has MP3 audio
system. Other discs cannot be played back.
tracks that conforms to ISO 9660a) Level 1,
Level 2, Joliet in expansion format.
List of playable discs • CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in
the following formats:
Format of
Disc logo Contents – audio CD format
discs
– MP3 audio track format that conforms to
Audio CDs Audio
ISO 9660a) Level 1, Level 2, Joliet in
expansion format or Multi Sessionb).
• Data part of CD-Extrasc).
CD-R/CD-RW Audio • Data part of Mixed CDsd).
(Audio CDs/ • A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
CD Graphics card, heart).
(CDG)*/Discs • A disc with paper or stickers on it.
with MP3 audio • A disc that has the adhesive, cellophane tape,
tracks) or a sticker still left on it.
• Audio side of a DualDisc.
CD Graphics Audio +
a)
(CDG)* Video ISO 9660 Format
The most common international standard for the
logical format of files and folders on a CD-ROM.
There are several specification levels. In Level 1, file
* MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only names must be in the 8.3 format (no more than eight
characters in the name, no more than three characters
in the extension “.MP3”) and in capital letters.
Folder names can be no longer than eight characters.
There can be no more than eight nested folder levels.
Level 2 specifications allow file names and folder
names up to 31 characters long. Each folder can have
up to 8 trees.
b) Multi Session
This is a recording method that enables adding of
data using the Track-At-Once method. Conventional
discs begin at a disc control area called the Lead-in
and end at an area called Lead-out. A Multi Session
disc is a disc having multiple sessions, with each
segment from Lead-in to Lead-out regarded as a
single session.
c) CD-Extra
This format records audio (audio CD data) on the
tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks in session 2.
d)
Mixed CD
This format records data on the first track and audio
(audio CD data) on the second and subsequent tracks
of a session.
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Notes on discs Note on DualDiscs

• This system can play back CD-R/CD-RW This product is designed to play back discs that
discs edited by the user. However, note that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
playback of some discs may not be possible A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
depending on the recording device used for mates DVD recorded material on one side with
recording or the disc condition. digital audio material on the other side. Please
• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may be aware that the audio side of a DualDisc may
not be played back because of scratches, dirt, not be played back on this product because these
recording condition or the driver’s discs do not conform to the CD standard.
characteristics. “DualDisc” is a trademark of the Recording
• CD-R and CD-RW discs that have not been Industry Association of America (RIAA).
correctly finalized (processing to allow play
back by a normal CD player) cannot be played Music discs encoded with
back.
copyright protection
• CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in multi-
session that have not ended by “closing the
technologies
session” are not supported. This product is designed to play back discs that
• The system may be unable to play back MP3 conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
format files that do not have the extension Recently, various music discs encoded with
“.MP3”. copyright protection technologies are marketed
• Attempting to play back non-MP3 format by some record companies. Please be aware that
files that have the extension “.MP3” may among those discs, there are some that do not
result in noise or malfunction. conform to the CD standard and may not be
• The system can play back to a depth of playable by this product.
8 folders only.
• With formats other than ISO 9660 level 1, Cautions when playing a disc
level 2 or Joliet in expansion format, folder
that is recorded in Multi
names or file names may not be displayed
correctly. Session
• The following discs take a longer time to start • This system can play back Multi Session discs
playback. when an MP3 audio track is contained in the
– a disc recorded with complicated tree first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio
structure. tracks recorded in later sessions can also be
– a disc recorded in Multi Session. played back.
– a disc to which data can be added (non- • When you play back Multi Session discs with
finalized disc). different formats for each session, the format
• A disc recorded in packet write format cannot of the first session is recognized as the disc
be played back. type. Tracks in the second and subsequent
sessions are played back if they are the same
formats as the first session.
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system

Do the following procedures 1 to 7 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories
(page 53).
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Surround speaker Surround speaker

(Right) Subwoofer (Left)
*1
3
5
5
*3
2 *4
4
6
*1
3 2
*3
*2
2
*2
2
1 7
Front speaker (Right) Unit
1 Front speaker (Left)
*1 MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only
*2 MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 only
*3 MHC-GNX100 only
*4 MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only
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1 Connect the front speakers. 3 Connect the subwoofer.

Connect the speaker cords of the front (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only)
speakers to the FRONT SPEAKER Connect the subwoofer cord of the
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terminals as shown below. subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT
terminal and the system cord to the
R
EAKE White SYSTEM CONTROL jack as shown
T SP
FRON L
R below.
SUBWOOFER OUT terminal
Purple
Tip
(MHC-GNX90 (SS-GNX90) only)
Connect the speaker cords to the terminals on the
speakers.
SYSTEM CONTROL jack
Black (#) Red (3)
Black (#) Red (3)
To disconnect
Note
2 Connect the surround speakers.
Be sure to make this connection before you
Connect the speaker cords of the surround connect the unit’s power cord to a wall outlet.
speakers to the SURR SPEAKER terminals
4 Connect the video input jack of your TV
as shown below.
to the VIDEO OUT jack with the
MHC-GNX100 only supplied video cord.
(MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only)
KER
SPEA L Grey
SURR
R VIDEO OUT
When using a TV
MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/ Turn on the TV and select the video input so that
GX9900 only you can view the pictures from this system.
KER
SPEA L Grey
SURR
R
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5 Connect the FM and AM antennas. 7 Connect the power cord to a wall

Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect outlet.
it. 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).
Notes
• Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to
AM
prevent noise.
• (Except for MHC-GNX90/GNX66/GNX60)
AM loop antenna Be sure to connect both left and right surround
speakers.
• Be sure to match the color of the speaker terminals on
the unit and the connectors.
Extend the FM lead • Be sure to connect the speakers securely and
antenna horizontally
correctly. When connecting speaker cords, insert the
connectors straight into the terminals.
6 For models equipped with a voltage
selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to To connect optional components
the position of your local power line See “Hooking up optional components” on page 40.
voltage.
Brazil model only
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
220V 127V
220V
Other models
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
220V 120V
230-240V
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Inserting two R6 (size AA) Attaching the speaker pads

batteries into the remote
Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom
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of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and
prevent them from slipping.
e
E E
e
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.
When carrying this unit
Tip
Do the following procedure to protect the disc
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the mechanism.
system, replace both batteries with new ones. Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
2 Press CD.
3 Make sure that all discs are removed
from the unit.
4 Hold down CD, then press ?/1 until
“LOCK” appears in the display.
5 Release ?/1 first, then release CD.
6 Unplug the AC power cord.
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Example 2
Positioning the speakers Place the surround speakers beside the front
speakers as shown below.
For MHC-GNX90/GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/ Front Front
GNX70/GNX66/GNX60/GX9900 speaker (L) speaker (R)
Place the front speakers at an angle of 45 Subwoofer
Unit
degrees from your listening position.
Unit Subwoofer*
Front Front
Surround Surround
speaker speaker 0.3m
speaker (L) speaker (R)
(L) (R)
0.3m 45
45°
Listener
Surround speaker** Surround speaker** Note

(L) (R) (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only)
Place the subwoofer at least 0.3 meters (1 feet) away
* MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only from the unit.
** Except for MHC-GNX90/GNX66/GNX60
For MHC-GNX100
There are 2 different ways to place the speakers.
We recommend you to place the subwoofer on
solid floor where resonance is unlikely to occur
so that a better bass reproduction could be
obtained. To enjoy and to create a party
environment, we recommend that you place
your speakers as shown in Example 1.
Example 1
Place the speakers at an equal distance from
your listening position as shown below.
Unit Subwoofer
Front Front
speaker speaker
(L) (R)
0.3m
Listener
Surround Surround
speaker (L) speaker (R)
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Setting the clock
Getting Started
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
“CLOCK” appears in the display. Then, the
hour indication flashes in the display.
3 Press –. or >+ repeatedly to set
the hour.
4 Press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes in the
display.
5 Press –. or >+ repeatedly to set
the minute.
6 Press ENTER.
The clock starts functioning.
To adjust the clock
“SET” appears in the display, then “PLAY
SET?” flashes in the display.
2 Press –. or >+ repeatedly to select
“CLOCK SET?”, then press ENTER.
The hour indication flashes in the display.
3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6
above.
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 36).
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Playing a disc
Disc – Playback
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play
Loading a disc
This system lets you play back CDGs*, audio
1 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. CDs and discs with MP3 audio tracks in
The disc tray slides out. different play modes.
Before playing a CDG*, turn on your TV and
2 Load a disc with the label side facing select the video input.
up on the disc tray. * MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only
When playing an audio CD
When you play Disc tray Elapsed
back a 8 cm number Track number playing time
disc such as
CD single,
place it on the
inner circle of
the tray
To load additional discs, press

EX-CHANGE/DISC SKIP to rotate the
disc tray. Disc playing Disc presence
indicator indicator
3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc
tray. When playing an MP3 audio track
Notes Disc tray Elapsed

• Do not push the disc tray when closing it as this may number Track number playing time
cause malfunction. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close
the disc tray.
• Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this
may cause malfunction.
Disc playing Disc presence

indicator indicator
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When playing a CDG (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/

Select To play back
GNX66 only)
ALL DISCS The tracks on all discs in
Disc tray Elapsed SHUF random order.
number Track number playing time (Shuffle Play)
1DISC SHUF The tracks on the disc you
Disc – Playback
(Shuffle Play) have selected in random
order.
ALBM SHUF The MP3 audio tracks in the
(Shuffle Play) album on the disc you have
selected in random order.
For discs other than discs
with MP3 audio tracks,
Disc playing Disc presence “ALBM SHUF” play mode
indicator indicator performs the same operation
as “1DISC SHUF” play
1 Press CD. mode.
2 When playback is stopped, press PLAY

PROGRAM
(Program Play)
The tracks on all discs in the
order you want them to be
MODE on the remote repeatedly until
played back (see “Creating
the indication of the play mode you your own program” on
want lights up in the display. page 17).
Select To play back
ALL DISCS The tracks on all discs in the 3 Press nN (or N on the remote).
(Normal Play) disc tray continuously.
1DISC The tracks on the disc you
(Normal Play) have selected in original
order.
ALBM The MP3 audio tracks in the
(Normal Play) album on the disc you have
selected in original order.
For discs other than discs
with MP3 audio tracks,
“ALBM” play mode
performs the same operation
as “1DISC” play mode.
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Other operations Notes

• You cannot change the play mode during playback.
To Do this
• Some time may be needed to start playback of discs
Stop playback Press x. recorded in complex configurations such as many
Pause playback Press X. Press X again to resume layers.
playback. • When the disc is loaded, the system reads all the
Select a track Turn . > clockwise or tracks on that disc. If there are many albums or non-
counterclockwise (or press –. MP3 audio tracks on the disc, it may take a longer
or >+ on the remote time for playback to begin or for the next MP3 audio
repeatedly). tracks to start playback.
Select an album Turn and hold ALBUM +/– • You are recommended not to save other types of
of MP3 audio clockwise or counterclockwise tracks or unnecessary albums on a disc that has MP3
tracks and release it at the album you audio tracks.
want (or press ALBUM +/– on the • When naming the MP3 audio tracks, be sure to add
remote repeatedly). the file extension “.MP3” to the file name.
Find a point in a For audio CD, turn and hold • An album that does not include an MP3 audio track
track1)2) m M clockwise or is skipped.
counterclockwise and release it at • If you save up the extension “.MP3” to a track other
the point you want (or press m than MP3 audio tracks, the system cannot recognize
or M repeatedly on the remote). the track properly and will generate a random noise
For MP3 audio track, press m or which could damage your speaker.
M repeatedly on the remote. • This system can play back MP3 audio tracks in the
Select a disc Press one of the DISC 1 ~ 3 format of MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3, MPEG 2 Audio
when playback is buttons or EX-CHANGE/DISC Layer 3 and MPEG 2.5 Audio Layer 3.
stopped SKIP (or DISC SKIP on the • The maximum number of albums on a disc which can
remote). be recognize by this system is 150 (including root
album).
Switch to CD Press one of the DISC 1 ~ 3
function from buttons (Automatic Source • The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks and
another source Selection). albums on a disc which can be recognize by this
and start system is 300.
playback • Depending on the encoding/writing software,
automatically recording device, or the recording media used at the
when there is a time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may
disc encounter problems such as cannot play back, sound
interruptions and noise.
Exchange other Press EX-CHANGE/DISC SKIP.
discs while Tips
playing • When you press CD or one of the DISC 1 ~ 3 buttons
Remove a disc Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. to switch to “CD” function from “TUNER” function,
you may require a longer time to access the disc. In
1) The elapsed playing time may not be displayed the case, set the CD power manage function to “CD
correctly depending on the MP3 audio tracks. POWER ON” (page 20).
2)
(MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only) • If you press CD while the system is turned off, the
You cannot find a point in a track when playing a system turns on automatically and “CD” is selected
CDG. as the function.
• You can also press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly to select “CD”.
• (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only)
When you play back a CDG, some operation may
cause image distortion on the video output.
• During Shuffle Play, some tracks may be played
back repeatedly.
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Playing repeatedly Creating your own

— Repeat Play program
You can play back all the tracks or a single track — Program Play
Disc – Playback
on a disc repeatedly.
You can make a program of up to 25 steps from
Press REPEAT on the remote repeatedly all the discs in the order you want to play back.
during playback until “REPEAT” or You can synchro record the programmed tracks
“REPEAT1” lights up in the display. onto a tape (page 24).
REPEAT: All the tracks on the disc(s), or all the
tracks in the album* are played back repeatedly 1 Press CD.
up to five times. 2 When playback is stopped, press PLAY
REPEAT1: A single track is played back MODE on the remote repeatedly until
repeatedly until “REPEAT1” is cancelled. “PROGRAM” lights up in the display.
* When “ALBM” or “ALBM SHUF” is selected for 3 Press one of DISC 1 ~ 3 buttons or
MP3 audio tracks. EX-CHANGE/DISC SKIP (or DISC SKIP
on the remote) to select a disc.
To cancel Repeat Play
To program all the tracks on a disc at once,
Press REPEAT repeatedly until both
proceed to step 5 while “AL” appears in the
“REPEAT” and “REPEAT1” disappear from
display.
the display.
To program all the MP3 audio tracks on
Note an album at once, turn and hold
You cannot select “REPEAT” and “ALL DISCS ALBUM +/– clockwise or
SHUF” at the same time. counterclockwise and release it at the
Tip album you want (or press ALBUM +/– on
You can change the Repeat Play setting when the the remote repeatedly until the album you
playback is stopped. want appears in the display), then proceed
to step 5.
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4 Turn . > clockwise or Other operations

counterclockwise (or press –. or
To Do this
>+ on the remote repeatedly) until
Cancel Program When playback is stopped, press
the track number you want appears in
Play PLAY MODE on the remote
the display.
repeatedly until “PROGRAM”
The total playing time flashes in the display. disappear from the display.
When programming an MP3 audio track, Clear a track from Press CLEAR on the remote
turn and hold ALBUM +/– clockwise or the end of program when playback is stopped.
counterclockwise and release it at the album
you want (or press ALBUM +/– on the Tips
remote repeatedly until the album you want • The program you made remains in the system’s
appears in the display), then turn . > memory even after it has been played back. Press
nN (or N on the remote) to play back the same
clockwise or counterclockwise (or press
program again.
–. or >+ on the remote repeatedly)
• If “--.--” appears instead of the total playing time
until the track number you want appears in during programming, this means:
the display. – you have programmed a track number which
Total playing time exceeds 20.
Disc tray Track (including selected – the total playing time has exceeded 100 minutes.
number number track) – you have programmed an MP3 audio track.
5 Press ENTER.
The track(s) is(are) programmed.
The program step number appears in the
display.
6 To program additional discs or tracks.
To program Repeat steps
Other discs 3 and 5
Other tracks on the 4 and 5
same disc
Other tracks on 3 to 5
other discs
7 Press nN (or N on the remote).

Program Play starts.
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4 Press TUNER MEMORY on the remote.

A preset number flashes in the display.
Tuner The stations are stored from preset
number 1.
Presetting radio stations Preset number
You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM

stations. You can then tune in any of those
stations simply by selecting the corresponding
Tuner
preset number.
Automatic tuning preset

You can automatically tune in all of the stations 5 Turn TUNING +/– clockwise or
that can be received in your area and then store counterclockwise (or press –. or
the frequency of your favourite stations. >+ on the remote repeatedly) to
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select the preset number you want.
select “FM” or “AM”. 6 Press ENTER.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote “Complete!” appears in the display. The
repeatedly until “AUTO” lights up in station is stored.
the display. 7 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to store other
3 Turn TUNING +/– clockwise or stations.
>+ on the remote).
Manual tuning preset
The frequency changes as the system scans
for a station. Scanning stops automatically You can manually tune in and store the
when a station is tuned in. “TUNED” lights frequency of your favourite stations.
up in the display. When a FM stereo
program is tuned in, “STEREO” lights up in
select “FM” or “AM”.
the display.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “MANUAL” lights up in
the display.
3 Turn TUNING +/– clockwise or
>+ on the remote repeatedly) to tune
in the station you want.
If “TUNED” does not lights up and the
scanning does not stop
Set the frequency of the radio station you
want as described in steps 2 and 3 of
“Manual tuning preset”.
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4 Press TUNER MEMORY on the remote. To set to “CD POWER ON”

A preset number flashes in the display. Repeat the procedure above and “CD POWER
The stations are stored from preset ON” appears in the display.
number 1.
Notes
Preset number
• When “CD POWER OFF” is selected, disc access
time is increased.
• You cannot change the CD power manage function
setting in the Power Saving Mode (page 36).
To change the AM tuning interval

(except for Saudi Arabian
models)
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
5 Turn TUNING +/– clockwise or The factory settings for AM tuning interval is
counterclockwise (or press –. or 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the
>+ on the remote repeatedly) to AM tuning interval, select any AM station first,
select the preset number you want. then turn off the system. While holding down
6 Press ENTER. ENTER, press ?/1. The system turns on
“Complete!” appears in the display. The automatically and “AM 10k STEP” or
station is stored. “AM 9k STEP” appears in the display. When
you change the interval, all the AM preset
7 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to store other stations are erased. To reset the interval, repeat
stations. the same procedure.
Other operations Note
To Do this You cannot change the AM tuning interval in the
Power Saving Mode (page 36).
Tune in a station Follow the procedure described
with a weak signal in “Manual tuning preset” on Tips
page 19. • The preset stations are retained for half a day even if
Stop scanning Press x. you unplug the power cord or if a power failure
during automatic occurs.
tuning • If you press TUNER/BAND while the system is
Cancel presetting Press TUNER MEMORY on turned off, the system turns on automatically and
the remote. “TUNER” is selected as the function.
repeatedly to select “TUNER”.
To improve tuner reception
When tuner reception is poor, set the CD power
manage function to “CD POWER OFF”. The
default setting is “CD POWER ON”.
1 Press CD.
2 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
3 Press ?/1 while holding x.
The system turns on automatically. “CD
POWER OFF” appears in the display.
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Listening to the radio Listening to a non-preset

radio station
You can listen to a radio station either by — Manual Tuning
selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning
in the station. 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
Listening to a preset station 2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
Tuner
repeatedly until “MANUAL” lights up in
— Preset Tuning the display.
Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to preset 3 Turn TUNING +/– clockwise or
them (see “Presetting radio stations” on counterclockwise (or press –. or
page 19). >+ on the remote repeatedly) to tune
in the station you want.
Tips
• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote FM MODE on the remote repeatedly until “MONO”
repeatedly until “PRESET” lights up in lights up in the display. There will be no stereo effect,
the display. but the reception will improve.
3 Turn TUNING +/– clockwise or
• To record the radio programs, see “Recording on a
tape manually” (page 25) or “Timer recording radio
programs” (page 35).
>+ on the remote repeatedly) to
select the preset station you want.
repeatedly to select “TUNER”.
Preset number Frequency • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied
antennas, or connect an external antenna.
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Playing a tape
Tape – Playback
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
Loading a tape
1 Load a tape.
1 Push b (Deck A) or B (Deck B) on the 2 Press TAPE A/B (or TAPE on the
selected deck. remote) repeatedly until “TAPE A” or
“TAPE B” appears in the display.
3 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select
“g” to play back one side, “j”*1 to
play back both sides or “RELAY”*2
(Relay Play) to play back both decks in
succession.
4 Press nN (or N on the remote).
2 Load a tape into Deck A or B. The tape starts playing.
Press nN (or N on the remote) again to
With the side play back the reverse side*3.
you want to
play back or Tape presence indicator
record facing
forward
3 Push the center of the tape lid to close

the deck.
Front side Reverse side

indicator indicator
*1
Only for the tape in Deck B.
Playback stops automatically after repeating
the sequence for five times.
*2
Relay Play follows this cyclic sequence up to
five times, then stops:
Deck A (front side)
r
Deck B (front side)
r
Deck B (reverse side)
*3
You can only play back front side of the tape in
Deck A.
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Other operations
To Do this
Stop playback Press x.
Pause playback Press X. Press X again to resume
playback.
Fast-forward or Turn m M clockwise or
rewind counterclockwise (or press m or
M on the remote). To back to
normal playback, press nN
(or N on the remote).
Remove a tape Push b (Deck A) or B (Deck B)
Tape – Playback
when playback is stopped.
Note
Do not push b (Deck A) or B (Deck B) while playing
a tape, otherwise the tape could be damaged.
Tips
• When a tape is inserted, corresponding presence
indicator lights up in the display.
• If you press TAPE A/B (or TAPE on the remote)
while the system is turned off, the system turns on
automatically and “TAPE A” or “TAPE B” is
selected as the function.
• If you press nN (or N on the remote) during
“TAPE A” function and there is no tape in Deck A,
the system automatically switches to “TAPE B”
function when there is a tape in Deck B. Then,
playback will start and vice versa.
repeatedly to select “TAPE A” or “TAPE B”.
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To record a disc by specifying

track order
Tape – Recording
— Program Edit
Recording your favorite You can record tracks on all the discs in the
tracks on a disc into a order you want using Program Play. Between
steps 2 and step 3 of “CD Synchro Recording”
tape (page 24), do steps 2 to 6 of “Creating your own
program” (page 17). When programming, make
— CD Synchro Recording
sure the playing times for each side do not
You can record a whole disc into a tape. exceed the length of one side of the tape.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. The Note
recording level is adjusted automatically. You cannot listen to other sources while recording.
1 Load a recordable tape into Deck B. Tips

• For recording from the reverse side:
2 Press CD and load a disc you want to After step 1, press TAPE A/B (or TAPE on the
record. remote) repeatedly until “TAPE B” appears in the
When you want to record an album of MP3 display. Press nN (or N on the remote)
audio tracks, press PLAY MODE on the repeatedly until TAPE B reverse side indicator “b”
remote repeatedly until “ALBM” lights up lights up in the display to start playback of the
in the display. Then turn and hold reverse side. Press x at the point you want to start
ALBUM +/– clockwise or recording.
counterclockwise and release it at the album • When you record on both sides, be sure to start from
the front side. If you start from the reverse side,
you want (or press ALBUM +/– on the
recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
remote repeatedly).
3 Press CD SYNC.
“SYNC” lights up in the display.
“REC” flashes in the display.
Deck B standby for recording.
4 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “j”
(or “RELAY”) to record on both sides.
5 Press REC PAUSE/START.
“REC” lights up in the display.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press x.
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Note
Recording on a tape You cannot listen to other sources while recording.
Tips
manually • When you record on both sides, be sure to start from
the front side. If you start from the reverse side,
— Manual Recording
recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
You can record just the portions you like from a • For recording from the radio:
If noise is heard while recording from the radio,
disc, tape or radio program on a tape.
move the respective antenna to reduce the noise.
You can also record from connected
• For recording from a disc to a tape manually:
components (see “Hooking up optional You can turn . > clockwise or
components” on page 40). counterclockwise (or press –. or >+ on the
1 Load a recordable tape into Deck B. remote repeatedly) to select tracks during recording
pause (after step 4 and before step 6 of “Recording on
2 Press CD, TAPE A/B, TUNER/BAND, TV
Tape – Recording
a tape manually” ).
or VIDEO/MD (or FUNCTION on the • For recording from the reverse side:
remote repeatedly) to select the source After step 1, press TAPE A/B (or TAPE on the
you want to record. remote) repeatedly until “TAPE B” appears in the
3 Load the disc, tape or tune to the
display. Press nN (or N on the remote)
repeatedly until TAPE B reverse side indicator “b”
station you want to record. To record
lights up in the display to start playback of the
from the connected component, reverse side. Press x at the point you want to start
connect the external audio sources. recording.
4 Press REC PAUSE/START. • For recording an album of MP3 audio tracks:
“REC” flashes in the display. Press PLAY MODE on the remote repeatedly until
“ALBM” lights up in the display. Then turn and hold
Deck B standby for recording.
ALBUM +/– clockwise or counterclockwise and
5 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select release it at the album you want (or press
“g” to record on one side or “j” ALBUM +/– on the remote repeatedly) after step 4
(or “RELAY”) to record on both sides. and before step 6 of “Recording to a tape manually”.
• When recording from the tape:
6 Press REC PAUSE/START. If you set the direction to “j” (or “RELAY”) and
“REC” lights up in the display. the tapes you use have different lengths, the tapes in
Recording starts. each deck reverses independently.
7 Start playing the source to be

recorded.
To stop recording
Press x.
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Selecting the preset

Sound Adjustment
effect
Adjusting the sound
Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or
You can reinforce the bass and create a more counterclockwise (or press EQ on the
powerful sound. remote repeatedly) to select the preset
effect you want.
Press GROOVE repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the display Preset effect options
changes cyclically as follows: Effect Category
GROOVE ON* t GROOVE OFF ROCK Standard music sources
POP
* The volume switches to power mode and the
JAZZ
equalizer curve changes.
DANCE
Tips SOUL
• The default setting is “GROOVE ON”. TECHNO
• When “GROOVE ON” is selected, HIP HOP
“GROOVE” lights up in the display. REGGAE
SAMBA
CLASSICAL
FLAT Original music source
USER EQ 1 User equalizer setting
USER EQ 2
USER EQ 3
To cancel the preset effect

Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or
counterclockwise until “FLAT” appears in the
display.
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Other operations
Adjusting the graphic To Do this
equalizer or selecting the Call up a user Turn OPERATION DIAL

equalizer setting clockwise or counterclockwise
surround effect until the user equalizer setting
number you want appears in the
display.
You can adjust the sound by raising or lowering
the level of specific frequency band, then store
MHC-GNX100/GNX66/GNX60 only
up to three user equalizer setting in the memory.
Press SURROUND repeatedly.
1 Press EQ BAND repeatedly to select a
Each time you press the button, the display
frequency band or surround effect.
changes cyclically as follows:
2 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or SURROUND ON t SURROUND OFF
counterclockwise to adjust the level or
select surround effect you want. Notes
• When you select certain preset effects, the surround
Frequency band Frequency level effect may be canceled.
Sound Adjustment
• When the surround effect is selected,
“SURROUND” lights up in the display.
3 Repeat step 1 and 2 to adjust the level

of other frequency bands.
4 Press ENTER.
A user equalizer number flashes in the
display.
5 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or
counterclockwise to select a user
equalizer number (1~3) you want to
store the equalizer setting.
6 Press ENTER.
This setting is automatically stored as the
user equalizer setting you selected in step 5.
The previous setting stored at this memory
location is erased and replaced by the new
setting.
Tip
If you do not want to store the equalizer setting, select
“EXIT?” in step 5.
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Selecting the MP3 Selecting the sound

Booster effect system
You can improve the sound quality of MP3 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/
audio tracks during playback. GX9900 only)
Press MP3 BOOSTER repeatedly. You can enjoy different sounds by selecting the
Each time you press the button, the display sound mode you want.
BOOSTER ON t BOOSTER OFF MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only
Tips Press SURR SPEAKER MODE on the unit
• The default setting is “BOOSTER ON”. or the subwoofer repeatedly to select the
• When “BOOSTER ON” is selected, “MP3 sound mode you want.
BOOSTER” lights up in the display. Each time you press the button, the indicator on
• MP3 Booster setting only can be changed when disc the subwoofer and the display changes
with MP3 audio tracks is selected during “CD” cyclically as follows:
function.
LINK1) t MATRIX SURR 12) t
MATRIX SURR 23)
Note
When you turn on the system, the last selected
SURROUND SPEAKER MODE indicator on the
subwoofer lights up.
MHC-GNX77/GNX70/GX9900 only
Press SURR SPEAKER MODE repeatedly to
select the sound mode you want.
LINK1) t MATRIX SURR2)
1)
LINK : Reproduces the same sound with different
output levels.
2) MATRIX SURR/MATRIX SURR 1 :
Reproduces a wide range of sound that can actually
sense the size of the room.
3)
MATRIX SURR 2 : Reproduces a wide range of
sound that can actually sense the size of the room.
The surround sound is reinforced.
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Using the subwoofer Flashing sound effect

(MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) — SOUND FLASH
You can use the sound of the subwoofer to With the sound flash function, you can flash the
enhance the bass. sound output. The sound cuts off periodically.
1 Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the Hold down SOUND FLASH during

subwoofer repeatedly until the playback.
indicator lights up. The flashing effect is activated.
The subwoofer is turned on.
To cancel the flashing effect
2 Turn SUBWOOFER LEVEL to adjust Release SOUND FLASH.
the level.
You will be able to listen to low bass To change the sound flash speed
frequency sound. Hold down SOUND FLASH and turn
OPERATION DIAL clockwise or
Sound Adjustment
To turn off the subwoofer
counterclockwise to change the sound flash
Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the speed (1 ~ 20).
subwoofer again.
Tips
Notes • (MHC-GNX100 only)
• If you turn MASTER VOLUME (or press VOLUME You can activate the X-ROUND and SOUND
+/– on the remote), the volume for all speakers will FLASH effect simultaneously.
change. • The power illuminator will synchronize with the
• (MHC-GNX100 only) selected SOUND FLASH effect.
When you select “SPEAKERS B”, the subwoofer is
turned off automatically.
Tip
You can turn MASTER VOLUME (or press
VOLUME +/– on the remote) to adjust the volume of
the subwoofer linked to the front speakers.
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Select To output sound

Creating a party AUTO WAVE1), In circular motion
environment MANUAL
WAVE2)
(MHC-GNX100 only) AUTO FADER1), From front speakers to surround
MANUAL speakers or vice versa
You can create a party environment by using FADER2)
X-ROUND for “moving” sound effect or/and AUTO BAL1), From left speakers to right
SOUND FLASH for flashing effect. MANUAL BAL2) speakers or vice versa
To enjoy the X-ROUND effect, place your front RANDOM In random position
and surround speakers at an equal distance from TWISTER In circular motion like “twister”
your listening position (see “Positioning the
1)
speakers for MHC-GNX100” on page 12). You can change the speed of sound movement by
turning the X-ROUND JOG clockwise or
counterclockwise.
Moving sound effect 2)
You can manually change the sound movement from
one speaker to another speaker by turning the
— X-ROUND X-ROUND JOG clockwise or counterclockwise.
Press one of the X-ROUND buttons to To cancel the X-ROUND effect

select the X-ROUND mode you want. Press X-ROUND OFF. “X-ROUND OFF”
The name of selected X-ROUND mode appears appears in the display.
and the X-ROUND lights up in the display.
Notes
Tip • If you cannot get the sound effect you want, check
To change between AUTO WAVE and MANUAL the speaker connections.
WAVE, AUTO FADER and MANUAL FADER or • When the headphones are connected to the PHONES
AUTO BAL and MANUAL BAL, press AUTO/ jack, X-ROUND mode automatically turned off and
MANUAL repeatedly until the mode you want appears you cannot change the setting.
in the display.
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Selecting the speaker Selecting audio channel

system — Multiplex Effect
(MHC-GNX100 only) (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only)
You can select the speakers you want to turn on. When playing a multiplex audio CD or
multiplex CDG (disc with the vocals on one
1 Press SPEAKERS on the unit or channel and the instruments on the other
subwoofer.
channel), you can switch the sound to cancel the
Each time you press the button, the display vocals and listen only to the instruments from
and the indicators on the subwoofer both speakers.
SPEAKERS A t SPEAKERS B t
1 Press CD.
SPEAKERS A+B 2 Press MPX repeatedly.
To select Display
Sound Adjustment
The front SPEAKERS A
MPX L t MPX R t STEREO
speakers
The surround SPEAKERS B Notes
speakers • The “m” lights up in the display when “MPX L” or
“MPX R” is selected.
Both the front SPEAKERS A+B
and surround • If “MPX L” or “MPX R” is selected, the output from
speakers CD DIGITAL OUT jack will become monaural.
• When a disc with MP3 audio tracks is selected, you
Notes cannot select “MPX L” or “MPX R”.
• When X-ROUND mode is turned on, the speaker • The multiplex setting is automatically changed to
system automatically changes to SPEAKERS A+B. “STEREO” if the disc is changed or the function is
• When the headphones are connected to the PHONES changed.
jack, you cannot change the speaker system.
• “SPEAKERS A” lights up in the display when
SPEAKERS A is selected while “SPEAKERS B”
lights up in the display when SPEAKERS B is
selected.
• When you turn on the system, the last selected
speaker system indicator on the subwoofer lights up.
• When you select “SPEAKERS B”, the subwoofer is
turned off automatically.
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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 the
MIC 1 or MIC 2 jack.
3 Start playing the music and adjust the
volume.
4 Start singing along with the music and
adjust the microphone volume by
turning MIC LEVEL.
Other operations
To Do this
Sing along with CDGs* Turn on your TV and select
the video input.
Adjust the microphone Turn ECHO LEVEL to
echo adjust the echo effect. To
cancel the echo effect, turn
ECHO LEVEL to “MIN”.
* MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only.
Tips
• You can mix and record sound from microphone
after step 2. To record the sound, see “Recording on
a tape manually” on page 25. To stop recording,
press x.
• If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the
microphone away from the speakers or change the
direction of the microphone.
• If you want to record your voice through the
microphone only, you can do so by selecting the
“CD” function and not playing a disc.
• When high level sound signals are input, the system
automatically adjusts the recording level to prevent
distortion of the recorded sound signal (Auto Level
Control function).
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Waking up to music
Timer
— Play Timer
Falling asleep to music
You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make
— Sleep Timer sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the
clock” on page 13).
You can set the system to turn off at a preset Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
time, so that you can fall asleep to music.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the music source you want to
play back.
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
• Disc: Load a disc. To start from a specific
Each time you press the button, the minute track, make a program (see “Creating
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as your own program” on page 17).
follows: • Tape: Load a tape with the side you want
AUTO* t 90min t 80min t 70min to play back facing forward.
t … t 10min t OFF
• Radio: Tune in the preset station you
* The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or want (see “Listening to the radio” on
after the current disc or tape finishes playing. page 21).
Timer
Other operations 2 Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the
To Do this volume.
Check the Press SLEEP once. 3 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
remaining time**
“SET” appears in the display, then “PLAY
Change the time Press SLEEP repeatedly to select SET?” flashes in the display.
to turn off the time you want.
Cancel the Sleep Press SLEEP repeatedly until 4 Press ENTER.
Timer “SLEEP OFF” appears in the “ON” appears and the hour indication
display. flashes in the display.
** You cannot check the remaining time if you select

5 Set the time to start playback.
“AUTO”. Press –. or >+ repeatedly (or turn
.> on the unit clockwise or
Notes
counterclockwise) to set the hour, then
• During CD Synchro Recording, do not set the Sleep
press ENTER.
Timer to “AUTO”.
• When the Sleep Timer is activated, “SLEEP” lights
The minute indication flashes in the
up in the display. display.
Press –. or >+ repeatedly (or turn
Tip
You can use the Sleep Timer, even if you have not set
counterclockwise) to set the minute, then
the clock.
press ENTER.
6 Set the time to stop playback following
the same procedure as step 5.
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7 Press –. or >+ repeatedly (or Notes

turn .> on the unit clockwise or • You cannot select the Play Timer and Timer
counterclockwise) until the music Recording at the same time.
source you want appears in the • If you use the Play Timer and the Sleep Timer at the
display. same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
Each time you press the button, the display • The Play Timer will not be activated if the system is
changes as follows: turned on.
Tips
t TUNER y CD PLAY T
• The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset
t TAPE PLAY T time.
• When the Play Timer is selected, “PLAY” lights up
8 Press ENTER. in the display.
The type of timer (“PLAY TIMER”),
followed by the start time, the stop time and
the music source appears in the display.
9 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
Other operations
To Do this
Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
“SELECT” appears in the
display.
2 Press –. or >+
repeatedly (or turn .
> on the unit clockwise or
counterclockwise) to select
“PLAY SELECT?”, then
press ENTER.
Change the setting Start from step 1.
Cancel the timer 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
“SELECT” appears in the
display.
2 Press –. or >+
counterclockwise) to select
“TIMER OFF?”, then press
ENTER.
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7 Press DIRECTION repeatedly on the

Timer recording radio unit to select “g” to record on one
side or “j” (or “RELAY”) to record
programs on both sides.
For recoding from the reverse side, press
You can record a preset radio station from a TAPE (or TAPE A/B on the unit)
specified time. repeatedly until “TAPE B” appears in the
To make a timer recording, you must first preset display. Then, press N (or nN on the
the radio station (see “Presetting radio stations” unit) repeatedly until TAPE B reverse side
on page 19) and set the clock (see “Setting the indicator “b” lights up in the display to start
clock” on page 13). playback of reverse side. Press x at the
Use buttons on the remote for the operation. point where you want to start recording.
1 Tune in the preset radio station When you record on both sides, be sure to
(see “Listening to a preset station” on start from the front side. If you start from
page 21). the reverse side, recording stops at the end
of the reverse side.
“SET” appears in the display, then “PLAY 8 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
SET?” flashes in the display. Other operations
Timer
3 Press –. or >+ repeatedly To Do this
(or turn .> on the unit clockwise Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
or counterclockwise) to select “REC SELECT.
SET?”, then press ENTER. “SELECT” appears in the
“ON” appears and the hour indication display.
flashes in the display. 2 Press –. or >+
4 Set the time to start recording. > on the unit clockwise or
Press –. or >+ repeatedly (or turn counterclockwise) to select
.> on the unit clockwise or “REC SELECT?”, then press
counterclockwise) to set the hour, then ENTER.
press ENTER. Change the setting Start from step 1.
The minute indication start flashes in the Cancel the timer 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
display. SELECT.
Press –. or >+ repeatedly (or turn “SELECT” appears in the
display.
2 Press –. or >+
counterclockwise) to set the minute, then
press ENTER.
5 Set the time to stop recording following counterclockwise) to select
the same procedure as step 4. “TIMER OFF?”, then press
ENTER.
The type of timer (“REC”), followed by
the start time, the stop time and the preset
radio station to be recorded (e.g., “TUNER
FM 5”) appears in the display.
6 Load a recordable tape into Deck B.
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Notes
• You cannot select the Play Timer and Timer
Recording at the same time. Display
• If you use the Timer Recording and the Sleep Timer
at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority. Turning off the display
• The Timer Recording will not be activated if the
system is turned on. — Power Saving Mode
• The volume is reduced to minimum during Timer
Recording. The demonstration display and the clock display
• Do not operate the system from the time the system can be turned off to minimize the amount of
turns on until the recording starts (about 15 seconds power consumed during standby mode (Power
before the preset time). Saving Mode).
Tips Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the
• The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset system is turned off until the
time. demonstration display and the clock
• When the Timer Recording is selected, “REC” lights display disappears from the display.
up in the display.
To cancel Power Saving Mode
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is
turned off. Each time you press the button, the
display changes cyclically as follows:
Demonstration1) t Clock2) t No display
(Power Saving Mode)
1)
The display changes and the indicators flashes even
when the system is turned off.
2)
“--.--” appears in the display if you have not set the
clock.
Note
You cannot do the following operations during Power
Saving Mode:
– Setting the clock (page 13)
– Changing the AM tuning interval (page 20)
– Turning on the system by pressing the function
buttons (CD, TAPE A/B, TUNER/BAND, TV or
VIDEO/MD)
– Changing CD power manage setting (page 20)
Tips
• The timer continues to operate in Power Saving
Mode.
• ?/1 indicator lights up in red color even in the
Power Saving Mode.
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Changing the spectrum Adjusting the brightness

analyzer display of the display
1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select 1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select
“SPECTRUM”. “DIMMER”.
The last selected spectrum setting appears The last selected dimmer setting appears in
in the display. the display.
2 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or 2 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or
counterclockwise to select the setting counterclockwise to select the setting
you want. you want.
The display changes as follows: The display changes as follows:
SPECTRUM 1T t SPECTRUM 2 t DIMMER OFF y DIMMER 1 T

Y Y
t DIMMER 2* T
SPECTRUM OFF SPECTRUM 3
R t SPECTRUM 4 T R * DIMMER 2 is the darkest.
3 Press ENTER. 3 Press ENTER.
When X-ROUND mode is selected
Display
(MHC-GNX100 only)
1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select
“X-POSITION”.
The last selected spectrum setting appears
in the display.
2 Turn OPERATION DIAL clockwise or
counterclockwise to select the setting
you want.
The display changes as follows:
X-POS ON* y X-POS OFF
*The spectrum analyzer display will synchronize
with the selected X-ROUND effect.
3 Press ENTER.
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Changing the power Viewing information

illuminator about the disc in the
Press ILLUMINATION repeatedly to select display
the power illuminator you want when the
system is turned on. You can check the elapsed playing time and
Each time you press the button, the power remaining time of the current track or current
illuminator changes cyclically as follows: disc.
When a CD-TEXT disc or a disc with MP3
PATTERN 1 t PATTERN 2 t audio tracks is loaded, you can also check the
PATTERN 3 t PATTERN 4 t information recorded on disc, such as the titles.
PATTERN OFF When the system detects CD-TEXT discs,
Notes “CD TEXT” lights up in the display.
• When you turn MASTER VOLUME (or press
VOLUME +/– on the remote), power illuminator
shows the current volume level. Checking the elapsed playing
• During the demonstration display, you can turn on or time, remaining time and
off power illuminator by pressing ILLUMINATION. titles
Press DISPLAY repeatedly during
playback.
Elapsed playing time of the current track t
Remaining time of the current track1) t
Remaining time of the current disc2) t Title of
the current track3) t Title of the current album
(for a few seconds)4) t Clock display5) (for 8
seconds) t Effect status (for 8 seconds)
1) “--.--” appears while an MP3 audio track is played
back.
2)
“--.--” appears in the following cases:
– while an MP3 audio track is played back.
– All play modes except “1DISC” or “ALBM”.
3) Only for CD-TEXT discs and a discs with MP3
audio tracks.
When the CD-TEXT disc contains more than 20
tracks, the title of current track is not displayed from
track 21 onwards.
4)
Only for discs with MP3 audio tracks.
5)
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x When the play mode is “PROGRAM”

Checking the total playing The last track number of the program and the
time and titles total playing time1) t Total number of
Press DISPLAY repeatedly when playback programmed tracks (for 8 seconds)2) t Title of
is stopped. current disc3) t Clock display4) (for 8 seconds)
t Effect status (for 8 seconds)
Each time you press the button, the display 1)
“--.--” appears in the following cases:
– When the audio CD contains 21 tracks or more,
x When the play mode is other than and the track number which exceeds 20 is
“PROGRAM” selected.
Total number of tracks1) or albums2) or the total – When the total program exceeds 100 minutes.
– When the program list contains MP3 audio
playing time3) t Title of current disc4) or
tracks.
current album1) t Clock display5) (for 8 2)
“NO STEP” appears in the display if there is no
seconds) t Effect status (for 8 seconds) program.
1) For discs with MP3 audio tracks in “ALBM” and 3)
Only for CD-TEXT discs and discs with MP3 audio
“ALBM SHUF” modes. tracks.
2) 4)
For discs with MP3 audio tracks in play modes other “--.--” appears in the display if you have not set the
than “ALBM” and “ALBM SHUF”. clock.
3)
For audio CDs and CDGs*.
Note
*MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only
4)
Some characters may not be displayed for track title,
For discs with MP3 audio tracks in play modes other album title or disc title.
than “ALBM”, “ALBM SHUF” and CD-TEXT
Display
discs.
5)
clock.
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Optional Components
Hooking up optional components

To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions
provided with each component.
* For MHC-GNX100/
TV GNX90/GNX88/GNX80/
GNX77/GNX70/GNX66/
From the audio output To the video input GNX60.
jacks of the TV jack of the TV
** For MHC-GNX88/
GNX77/GNX66.
**
*
From the audio output

jacks of the connected
component
VCR, MD deck or
To the digital input DVD player
jack of the MD deck
MD deck
A CD DIGITAL OUT jack B VIDEO/MD (AUDIO IN) L/R

(For MHC-GNX100/GNX90/GNX88/ jacks
GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/GNX66/ Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the
GNX60) audio output jacks of the optional component
Use a digital optical cord (square, not supplied) (such as VCR or MD deck) to these jacks. You
to connect the digital input jack of the optional can then output audio through this system.
MD deck to this jack. You can then record
digital audio from this system. C TV (AUDIO IN) L/R jacks
Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the
Notes
audio output jacks of a TV to these jacks. You
• There is no digital audio output from this jack during
playback of an MP3 audio track. can then output audio signal through this system.
• (For MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66) D VIDEO OUT jack
If “MPX L” or “MPX R” is selected, the digital audio
(For MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66)
output from this jack will become monaural.
Use a video cord (supplied) to connect the video
input jack of a TV to this jack.
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Listening to audio from a Recording on a connected

connected component component
(For MHC-GNX100/GNX90/GNX88/
Listening to a connected VCR, GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/GNX66/
MD deck or DVD player GNX60)
1 Connect the audio cords.

See “Hooking up optional components” on Making a digital recording
page 40. from a disc onto a connected
2 Press VIDEO/MD. MD deck
Start playing the connected component. 1 Connect an optical cord.
To switch between the “VIDEO” See “Hooking up optional components” on
page 40.
and “MD” function
Hold down VIDEO/MD and press ?/1 while
2 Start recording.
the system is turned on. Release ?/1 first, Refer to the operating instructions provided
then release VIDEO/MD. The system with the connected component.
switches the function from “VIDEO” to Notes
“MD” or vice versa. • When making a digital recording to MD deck, start
Note the recording of MD deck in advance.
If the sound is distorted or too loud when “VIDEO” is • You cannot record from an MP3 audio track
digitally.
Optional Components
selected, change the function to “MD”.
Listening to a connected TV
1 Connect the audio cords.
See “Hooking up optional components” on
page 40.
2 Press TV.
Tip
You can press FUNCTION on the remote repeatedly to
select “VIDEO”, “MD” or “TV”.
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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.
AM FM 75
COAXIAL
AM antenna
Connect a 6 to 15 meter (20 to 50 feet) insulated
wire to the AM antenna terminal. Leave the
supplied AM loop antenna connected.
Insulated wire
(not supplied)
AM FM 75
COAXIAL
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General
Troubleshooting The display starts flashing as soon as you

plug in the power cord even though you have
Problems and remedies not turned on the system.
• The demonstration mode started. Press ?/1 (see
step 7 of “Hooking up the system” on page 8).
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following: The clock/timer setting is canceled.
• The power cord is disconnected or a power failure
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker occured. Redo “Setting the clock” (page 13). If
cords are connected correctly and firmly. you have set the timer, redo “Waking up to music”
2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting (page 33) and “Timer recording radio programs”
checklist below and take the indicated (page 35).
corrective action. The radio presetting is canceled.
If the problem persists after doing all of the • The power cord is disconnected or a power failure
above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. occured for longer than half a day. Redo
“Presetting radio stations” (page 19).
“– –:– –” appears in the display.
When the ?/1 indicator flashes
• A power failure occurred. Set the clock (page 13)
Immediately unplug the power cord and and timer settings (page 33 to 36) again.
check the following items.
There is no sound.
• (MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only) • Turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise (or press
Is the system control cable connected VOLUME + on the remote).
correctly? • Make sure the headphones are not connected to
• If your unit have voltage selector, is the the PHONES jack.
voltage selector set to the correct voltage? • Check the speaker connections (page 9).
Check the voltage for your region, then • There is no audio output during Timer Recording.
make sure the voltage selector is set
Troubleshooting
There is no microphone sound.
correctly. • Turn MASTER VOLUME (or press
• Are you using the supplied speakers? VOLUME +/– on the remote repeatedly) or
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes MIC LEVEL to adjust the microphone volume.
on the rear of the unit? • Make sure the microphone is connected to the
MIC 1 or MIC 2 jack correctly.
After checking the above items and fixing
any problem, plug in the power cord again There is severe hum or noise.
and turn on the system. If the ?/1 indicator • A TV or VCR is placed too close to the unit. Move
still flashing, or if the cause of the problem the unit away from the TV or VCR.
cannot be found even after checking all the • Move the unit away from the source of noise.
above items, consult your nearest Sony • Connect the unit to a different wall outlet.
dealer. • Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power cord.
The timer cannot be set.
• Set the clock again (page 13).
The timer does not function.
• Check the timer setting and set the correct time
(pages 33 to 36).
• Cancel the Sleep Timer function (page 33).
• You cannot select the Play Timer and Timer
Recording simultaneously.
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The remote does not function. Disc player

• Remove the obstacle between the remote and the The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED”
unit. appears in the display.
• Move the remote closer to the unit. • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local
• Point the remote at the unit’s sensor. authorized Sony service facility.
• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
The disc tray does not close.
• Locate the unit away from the fluorescent light.
• Load the disc correctly.
There is acoustic feedback. • Always close the tray by pressing Z OPEN/
• Decrease the volume. CLOSE. Trying to push the tray closed with your
• Move the microphone away from the speakers or fingers may cause problems with the system.
change the direction of the microphone.
The disc does not eject.
The color irregularity on a TV screen persists. • You cannot eject the disc during CD Synchro
• Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 Recording. Press x to cancel the CD Synchro
to 30 minutes. If the color irregularity still Recording, then press Z OPEN/CLOSE to eject
persists, place the speakers farther away from the the disc.
TV set. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The sound from the component connected to Playback does not start.
the VIDEO/MD (AUDIO) IN jacks is distorted. • Open the disc tray and check whether a disc is
• If “VIDEO” appears in the display when you press loaded.
VIDEO/MD, switch to “MD” function (see “To • Wipe the disc clean (page 48).
switch between the “VIDEO” and “MD” • Reload the disc.
function” on page 41).
• Load the disc that this system can play back
The subwoofer is turned off automatically.** (page 6).
• You have selected “SPEAKERS B”. Press • Load the disc correctly.
SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the subwoofer. • Load the disc in the tray with the label side up.
• Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on
the disc, then leave the system turned on for a few
Speakers hours until the moisture evaporates.
• Press nN (or N on the remote) to start
Sound comes from one channel or
playback.
unbalanced left and right volume.
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible. Disc access takes a longer time.
• Check that the speakers are connected securely • Set CD power manage function to “CD POWER
and correctly. ON” (page 20).
• Turn off the X-ROUND mode (page 30).** The sound skips.
• The source being played back is monaural. • Wipe the disc clean (page 48).
• Press MPX repeatedly until “m” disappears from • Reload the disc.
the display.* • Try moving the system to a place without
Sound lacks bass. vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Check that the speaker’s + and – terminals are • Try moving the speakers away from the unit, or
connected correctly. placing them on separate stands. When you listen
to a track with bass sounds at high volume, the
speaker vibration may cause the sound to skip.
* MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only
Playback does not start from the first track.
** MHC-GNX100 only
• The system is in Program Play or Shuffle Play
mode. Press PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “ALL DISCS”, “1 DISC” or
“ALBM” lights up in the display.
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MP3 audio track cannot be played back. Tuner

• Recording was not performed according to the There is severe hum or noise. (“TUNED” or
ISO 9660 level 1, level 2 or Joliet in the expansion “STEREO” flashes in the display)
format.
• Set the proper band and frequency (page 19).
• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension
• Connect the antenna properly (page 10).
“.MP3”.
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
• The data is not stored in MP3 format even though
reception, then set up the antenna again. If you
it has extension “.MP3”.
cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you
• The MP3 audio tracks in format other than MPEG connect an external antenna.
1, 2 and 2.5 Audio Layer 3 cannot be played back.
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals
• The system can play back to a depth of 8 folders along its entire length, so make sure you extend it
only. fully.
• MP3 audio tracks in MP3 PRO format cannot be • Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker
played back on this system. cords as possible.
MP3 audio tracks take longer time to play back • Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
than others. • Set CD power manage function to “CD POWER
• After the system reads all tracks on the discs, OFF” (page 20).
playback may take more time than usual if:
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
– the number of albums or tracks on the disc is stereo.
very large.
• Press FM MODE on the remote repeatedly until
– the album and track organization structure is “MONO” disappears in the display.
very complex.
The album title, track title, ID3 tag and the
CD-TEXT characters do not appear properly. Tape deck
• Use a disc that conforms with ISO 9660 level 1,
level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format. The tape does not record or playback, or there
is a decrease in sound level.
• The ID3 tag is not version 1 or version 2.
• The tape heads are dirty (see “Cleaning the tape
• The character code that can be displayed by this
Troubleshooting
heads” on page 49).
system are as follow:
• The record/playback heads are magnetized (see
– Upper cases (A to Z)
“Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 49).
– Lower cases (a to z)
– Numbers (0 to 9) The tape does not erase completely.
– Symbols (< > * +, – / [ ] \ _) • The record/playback heads are magnetized (see
Other characters may not be displayed correctly. “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 49).
The output from CD DIGITAL OUT jack is There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
monaural.* drops out.
• Press MPX repeatedly until “m” disappears from • The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty (see
the display. “Cleaning the tape heads” on page 49).
When you turn m M clockwise or Noise increases or the high frequencies are
counterclockwise (or press m or M on the erased.
remote), “Not in Use” flashes in the display.* • The record/playback heads are magnetized. (see
• The CDG is played back. This is not a “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 49).
malfunction.
* MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only
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The tape does not record.

• No tape is loaded. Load a tape. Messages
• The tab has been removed from the tape. Cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape (page 49). One of the following messages may appear or
• The tape has reeled to the end. flash in the display during operation.
The system cannot play back the reverse side Disc
of the tape in Deck A.
• The system only can play back front side of the NO STEP
tape in Deck A. This is not a malfunction. You have cleared all the steps you programmed.
When you turn . > clockwise or OVER
counterclockwise (or press –. or >+ on You have reached the end of the disc while turning
the remote), “Not in Use” flashes in the and holding m M clockwise (or pressing M
display. on the remote) during playback or pause.
• The system does not has AMS (Automatic Music
No Disc
Sensor) function. This is not a malfunction.
There is no disc on the disc tray.
Push STOP!
If the system still does not You have pressed PLAY MODE on the remote
operate properly after performing during playback.
the above measures or other Step Full!
troubles does not described You tried to program more than 25 steps.
above occur, reset the system as Reading
follows: The system is reading information of the disc. Some
buttons are not available.
1 Unplug the power cord.
Tape
2 Plug the power cord back in.
3 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. No Tab
You cannot record the tape because the tab has been
4 Press x, ENTER and ?/1 at the same time. removed from the tape.
The system is reset to the factory settings.
No Tape
You should set the settings you made, such as
There is no tape in the tape deck.
the preset stations, clock and timer.
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Timer
OFF TIME NG!
The on time and off time of Play Timer or Timer
Recording is same.
SET CLOCK!
You pressed CLOCK/TIMER SELECT before the
clock is set.
SET TIMER!
You pressed CLOCK/TIMER SELECT before Play
Timer or Timer Recording is set.
PUSH SELECT!
You tried to set the clock or timer during timer
operation.
Others
Not in Use
You have pressed a button those operations is not
allowed or invalid at that time.
Troubleshooting
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On heat build-up
• Although the system heats up during operation, this
Additional Information is not a malfunction.
• Place the system in a location with adequate
Precautions ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• If you continuously use this system at a large volume,
On operating voltage the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
Before operating the system, check that the operating rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of touch the cabinet.
your local power supply. • To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the
ventilation hole for the cooling fan.
On safety
• The system is not disconnected from the AC power On operation
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall • If the system is brought directly from a cold to a
outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off. warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it moisture may condense on the lens inside the system.
is not to be used for an extended period of time. To Should this occur, the system will not operate
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out by properly. Remove the disc and leave the system
the plug. Never pull the cord itself. turned on for about an hour until the moisture
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, evaporates.
unplug the system and have it checked by qualified • When you move the system, take out any disc.
personnel before operating it any further.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
• For customers in United States system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
One blade of the plug is wider than other for the
purpose of safety and will fit to the wall outlet only Notes on discs
one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
the outlet, contact your dealer. Wipe the disc from the center out.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified • Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner,
service shop. commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
On placement
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
• Do not place the system in an inclined position.
sources such as hot air ducts nor leave it in a car
• Do not place the system in locations where it is; parked in direct sunlight.
– Extremely hot or cold • Do not use discs encircled with a protection ring.
– Dusty or dirty This may cause a malfunction to the system.
– Very humid • When using discs that have glue or similar tacky
– Subject to vibrations substance on the label side of the disc or that used a
– Subject to direct sunlight special ink when the label was printed, there is a
• Use caution when placing the system or speakers on chance that the disc or label may become attached to
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, parts inside this system. When this occurs, it may not
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the be possible to remove the disc, and may also cause
surface may result. this system to malfunction. Be sure to check that the
label side of the disc is not sticky before using.
The following types of disc should not be used:
– Rental or used discs with attached seals where the
glue extends beyond the seal. The perimeter of the
seal on the disc is tacky.
– Discs that have labels printed using a special ink
that feels tacky when touched.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played back on this system.
Attempting to do so may damage the system. Do not
use such discs.
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Cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth Specifications
slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not
use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATION
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
(MHC-GX9900 USA model only)
To save a tape permanently POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded DISTORTION:
over, break off the tape tab from side A or B as
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven, from
illustrated.
120 Hz – 10 kHz; rates 230 watts per channel
Break off the minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total
tape tab harmonic distortion from 250 miliwatts to rated
output.
Amplifier section
MHC-GX9900
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover Total harmonic distortion
the broken tab with adhesive tape. Less than 0.1%
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 100 W)
Before placing a tape in the tape deck
Take up any slack in the tape deck. Otherwise, the tape MHC-GNX100 (HCD-GNX100)
may get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and
The following are measured at
become damaged.
Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz
When using a tape longer than Brazil model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz
90 minutes Other models: AC 120, 220, 240 V,
The tape is very elastic. Do not change the tape 50/60 Hz
operations such as playback, stop and fast-winding etc. DIN power output (rated) 130 × 2 + 130 × 2 watts
frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
deck. Continuous RMS power output (reference)
175 × 2 + 175 × 2 watts
Cleaning the tape heads (6 ohms at 1 kHz,
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use. Be 10% THD)
sure to clean the tape heads before you start an

important recording or after playing an old tape. Use a MHC-GNX100 (SS-WG100)
separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning tape. For The following are measured at
details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning tape. Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz
Demagnetizing the tape heads Brazil model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz
Demagnetize the tape heads and the metal parts that Other models: AC 120, 220, 240 V,
have contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of 50/60 Hz
use with a separately sold demagnetizing tape. For Continuous RMS power output (reference)
details, refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing 210 watts
tape. (8 ohms at 100 Hz,
10% THD)
MHC-GNX90
Brazil model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz
DIN power output (rated) 210 + 210 watts
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference)
275 + 275 watts
(4 ohms at 1 kHz,
10% THD)
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MHC-GNX88 (HCD-GNX88)/MHC-GNX80 Inputs

(HCD-GNX80) VIDEO/MD (AUDIO) IN (phono jacks):
The following are measured at voltage 250/450 mV,
Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz impedance 47 kiloohms
Brazil model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz TV (AUDIO) IN (phono jack):
Other models: AC 120, 220, 240 V, voltage 250 mV,
50/60 Hz impedance 47 kiloohms
DIN power output (rated) 180 + 180 watts MIC (phone jack): sensitivity 1 mV,
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) impedance 10 kiloohms
Continuous RMS power output (reference) Outputs
225 + 225 watts VIDEO OUT (phono jack):
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only)
10% THD) max. output level
1 Vp-p, unbalanced, Sync
MHC-GNX88 (SS-WGV88)/GNX80 negative, load impedance
(SS-WG80) 75 ohms
PHONES (stereo mini jack):
accepts headphones of
Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz
8 ohms or more
Brazil model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz
FRONT SPEAKER: Use only the supplied
Other models: AC 120, 220, 240 V,
speaker
50/60 Hz
• SS-GNX100
Continuous RMS power output (reference)
(MHC-GNX100/
200 watts
GNX80/GNX70/
(8 ohms at 100 Hz,
GX9900)
10% THD)
• SS-GNX90
(MHC-GNX90)
MHC-GNX77/GNX70
• SS-GNX88
The following are measured at (MHC-GNX88/GNX77)
Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz • SS-GNX66
Other models: AC 120, 220, 240 V, 60 Hz (MHC-GNX66)
DIN power output (rated) 170 + 170 watts • SS-GNX60
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) (MHC-GNX60)
Continuous RMS power output (reference) SURROUND SPEAKER: Use only the supplied
220 + 220 watts speaker
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, • SS-RSX80
10% THD) (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/
GNX77/GNX70/
MHC-GNX66/GNX60 GX9900)
The following are measured at • SS-RSX100
Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz (MHC-GNX100)
Brazil model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz SUBWOOFER OUT: Use only the supplied
Other models: AC 120, 220, 240 V, subwoofer
50/60 Hz • SS-WG100
DIN power output (rated) 150 + 150 watts (MHC-GNX100)
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) • SS-WGV88
Continuous RMS power output (reference) (MHC-GNX88)
200 + 200 watts • SS-WG80
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, (MHC-GNX80)
10% THD)
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Disc player section Tuner section

System Compact disc and digital FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
audio system FM tuner section
Laser Semiconductor laser Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(λ=780 nm) Antenna FM lead antenna
Emission duration: Antenna terminals 75 ohm unbalanced
continuous Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
Laser Output Max. 44.6 µW*
AM tuner section
*This output is the value
Tuning range
measured at a distance of
North and Latin American models:
200 mm from the objective
530 – 1,710 kHz
lens surface on the Optical
(with the interval set at
Pick-up Block with 7 mm
10 kHz)
aperture.
531 – 1,710 kHz
Frequency response 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Wave length 780 – 790 nm
9 kHz)
Signal-to-noise ratio More than 90 dB
Saudi Arabian models: 531– 1,602 kHz
Dynamic range More than 90 dB
9 kHz)
OPTICAL CD DIGITAL OUT
Other models: 531 – 1,602 kHz
(For MHC-GNX100/GNX90/GNX88/GNX80/
GNX77/GNX70/GNX66/GNX60)
9 kHz)
(Square optical connector jack, rear panel)
530 – 1,710 kHz
Wave length 660 nm
Output Level –18 dBm
10 kHz)
Tape deck section Antenna AM loop antenna
Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo Antenna terminals External antenna terminal
Frequency response 50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), Intermediate frequency 450 kHz
using Sony TYPE I tape
Wow and flutter ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC)
0.1% W.RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W.Peak (DIN)
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Speakers Surround speakers

SS-RSX100 (MHC-GNX100)
Front speakers Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex
• SS-GNX90 (MHC-GNX90) type
Speaker system 2-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex Speaker units
type Woofer: 20 cm, cone type
Speaker units Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type
Woofer: 16 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 6 ohms
Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Nominal impedance 4 ohms 280 × 416 × 305 mm
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) Mass (Approx.) 6.5 kg net per speaker
526 × 291 × 288 mm
Mass (Approx.) 9.5 kg net per speaker SS-RSX80 (MHC-GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/
GNX70/GX9900)
• SS-GNX100 (MHC-GNX100/GNX80/ Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex
GNX70/GX9900) type
• SS-GNX60 (MHC-GNX60) Speaker units
Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex Woofer: 13 cm, cone type
type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type
Speaker units Nominal impedance 24 ohms
Woofer: 20 cm, cone type Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type 210 × 416 × 257 mm
Nominal impedance 6 ohms Mass (Approx.) 4.5 kg net per speaker
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
280 × 416 × 305 mm Subwoofer
Mass (Approx.) 6.5 kg net per speaker SS-WG100 (MHC-GNX100)
SS-WG80 (MHC-GNX80)
• SS-GNX88 (MHC-GNX88/GNX77) Subwoofer system 1-way, 1-unit,
• SS-GNX66 (MHC-GNX66) bass-reflex type
Speaker system 2-way, 2-unit, bass-reflex Speaker units
type, magnetically Subwoofer: 20 cm, cone type
shielded Nominal impedance 8 ohms
Speaker units Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Woofer: 20 cm, cone type 265 × 416 × 342 mm
Tweeter: 2.5 cm, horn type Mass (Approx.) 7.4 kg
Nominal impedance 6 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) SS-WGV88 (MHC-GNX88)
280 × 416 × 305 mm Subwoofer system 1-way, 1-unit, bass-reflex
Mass (Approx.) 7.1 kg net per speaker type, magnetically
shielded
Speaker units
Subwoofer: 20 cm, cone type
Nominal impedance 8 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
265 × 416 × 342 mm
Mass (Approx.) 7.8 kg
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General Mass (Approx.)

Power requirements HCD-GNX100 15.6 kg
North American models: 120 V AC, 60 Hz HCD-GNX90 12.4 kg
Australian model: 230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz HCD-GNX88 12.8 kg
Mexican model: 127 V AC, 60 Hz HCD-GNX80 14.4 kg
Argentina models: 220 V AC, 50/60 Hz HCD-GNX77 11.8 kg
Brazil model: 127 V or 220 V AC, 60 Hz HCD-GNX70 12.1 kg
Adjustable with voltage HCD-GX9900 11.8 kg
selector HCD-GNX66/GNX60 11.3 kg
Other models: 120 V, 220 V or 230 –
240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1)
Adjustable with voltage Batteries (2)
selector AM loop antenna (1)
Power consumption FM lead antenna (1)
MHC-GNX100 350 watts Front speaker pads (8)
MHC-GNX90 250 watts Surround speaker pads (8)
MHC-GNX88/GNX80 350 watts (MHC-GNX100/
MHC-GNX77/GNX70 225 watts GNX88/GNX80/
MHC-GX9900 250 watts GNX77/GNX70/
MHC-GNX66/GNX60 200 watts GX9900 only)
Subwoofer pads (4)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) (MHC-GNX100/
HCD-GNX100 280 × 371 × 398.5 mm GNX88/GNX80 only)
HCD-GNX90/GNX88/GNX80/GNX77/GNX70/ Speaker cords (2)
GX9900/GNX66/GNX60 (MHC-GNX90 only)
280 × 360 × 398.5 mm Video cord (1)
(MHC-GNX88/GNX77/
GNX66 only)
Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.
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List of button locations and reference pages
How to use page 54 to 56 Illustration number

r
Use this page to find the location of buttons and other DISPLAY rd (36, 38, 39)
parts of the system, subwoofer and remote that are R R
mentioned in the text. Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
ALPHABETICAL ORDER SYMBOLS
M–R
A–D MASTER VOLUME 8 (29, 38, ?/1 (power) ra (10, 11, 20, 41,
43) 43, 46)
ALBUM +/– ql (16, 17, 18)
MIC 1 (jack) wj (32, 43, 50) Z OPEN/CLOSE 5 (14, 16, 44)
AMP MENU ed (37)
MIC 2 (jack) wh (32, 43, 50) n N (play) qs (15, 18, 22, 23,
AUTO/MANUAL3) 2 (30) 24, 25, 35, 44)
CD el (11, 15, 16, 17, 20, 24, 25, MIC LEVEL wg (32, 43)
MP3 BOOSTER q; (28) . > (go backward/forward)
31, 36) qj (16, 18, 25, 34, 46)
CD SYNC qd (24) MPX4)qk (31, 44, 45)
OPERATION DIAL wl (26, 27, m M (rewind/fast forward)
Deck A ea (22, 23, 46) ql (16, 23, 45, 46)
29, 37)
Deck B ws (22, 23, 24, 25, 35) PHONES (jack) wk (30, 31, 43) X (pause) qf (16, 23)
DIRECTION qk (22, 24, 25) x (stop) qg (16, 20, 23, 24, 25,
Power illuminator wd (38)
DISC 1 ~ 3 7 (16, 17) 44, 46)
REC PAUSE/START qh (24, 25)
Disc tray 9 (14, 15, 44, 46) Z A (Eject A) es
DISPLAY rd (36, 38, 39) B Z (Eject B) w;
S–Z
Display rf 1) For
SOUND FLASH e; (29) MHC-GNX100/GNX66/
SPEAKERS3) 1 (31) GNX60
E–L
SURROUND1) rg (27) 2) For MHC-GNX88/GNX80/
ECHO LEVEL wf (32) SURR SPEAKER MODE2) rg GNX77/GNX70/GX9900
ENTER wa (18, 19, 20, 27, 37, (28) 3) MHC-GNX100 only
46) TAPE A/B ej (22, 23, 24, 25, 35, 4) For MHC-GNX88/GNX77/
EQ BAND qa (27) 36) GNX66
EX-CHANGE/DISC SKIP 6 Tape lid ws ea (22)
(14, 16, 17) TUNER/BAND ek (19, 20, 21,
GROOVE eh (26) 25, 36)
ILLUMINATION rs (38) TUNING +/– qj (19, 20, 21)
IR Receptor r; TV eg (25, 36, 41)
VIDEO/MD ef (25, 36, 41, 44)
X-ROUND buttons3) 3 (30)
WAVE/FADER/BALANCE/
RANDOM/TWISTER
X-ROUND JOG3) 4 (30)
X-ROUND OFF3) 1 (30)
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Top Panel
1 2 3 4
7 6 5
Front Panel
rg
8
rf 9
rd 0
rs qa
ra qs
r; qd
qf
el qg
ek qh
ej qj
eh qk
eg ql
ef
ed w;
es wz
ea
e; ws
wl wd
wk wj wh wg X
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Subwoofer
(MHC-GNX100/GNX88/GNX80 only)
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
1
A–Z
SUBWOOFER LEVEL 4 (29)
2
SUBWOOFER ON/OFF 1 (29) 6
MHC-GNX100 only 3
5
SPEAKERS 5 4
SPEAKERS A (indicator) 6 (31)
SPEAKERS A+B (indicator) 2
(31)
SPEAKERS B (indicator) 3 (31)
MHC-GNX88/GNX80 only
LINK (indicator) 6 (28)
MATRIX SURR 1 (indicator)
3 (28)
MATRIX SURR 2 (indicator)
2 (28)
SURROUND SPEAKER MODE
5 (28)
Remote control
TAPE wd (22, 23, 25, 35)
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
TUNER/BAND 7 (19, 20, 21)
A–E TUNER MEMORY wg (19, 20)
ALBUM + qf (16, 17, 18) TUNING MODE 5 (19, 20, 21)
ALBUM – qh (16, 17, 18) VOLUME +/– qg (29, 33, 38, 43)
1 2 3
The + button has a tactile dot.*
CD wf (15, 16, 17, 24, 25, 31)
CLEAR qk (18) SYMBOLS
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2
(34, 35, 47) ?/1 (power) 3 (13) wh 4
CLOCK/TIMER SET 4 (13, 33, x (stop) qa (16, 23, 24, 25, 44) 5
wg 6
35) X (pause) ql (16, 23) wf 7
DISC SKIP qd (16, 17) N (play) w; (15, 18, 22, 23, 24, wd 8
DISPLAY wh (36, 38, 39) 25, 35, 44) ws 9

–. (go backward) ws (13, 16, wa q;
ENTER qs (13, 18, 19, 20, 27, 33, w; qa
18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 34)
34, 35, 37) ql
>+ (go forward) wa (13, 16, qk qs
EQ qj (26)
18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 34)
qj qd
F–Z m (rewind) q; (16, 23, 45)
qh qf
FM MODE 6 (21, 45) M (fast forward) 9 (16, 23, 45,
46) qg
FUNCTION 8 (16, 20, 21, 23,
25, 41)
PLAY MODE 5 (15, 17, 18, 24, * Use the tactile dot as a reference
25, 44, 46) when operating the system.
REPEAT 6 (17)
SLEEP 1 (33)
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The MHC-GNX80 consists of:

Playable discs Discs that this system cannot

Notes on discs Note on DualDiscs

Hooking up the system

Surround speaker Surround speaker

1 Connect the front speakers. 3 Connect the subwoofer.

Black (#) Red (3)

Black (#) Red (3)

5 Connect the FM and AM antennas. 7 Connect the power cord to a wall

Inserting two R6 (size AA) Attaching the speaker pads

Surround speaker** Surround speaker** Note

Setting the clock

To load additional discs, press

Notes Disc tray Elapsed

Disc playing Disc presence

When playing a CDG (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/

2 When playback is stopped, press PLAY

Other operations Notes

Playing repeatedly Creating your own

4 Turn . > clockwise or Other operations

7 Press nN (or N on the remote).

4 Press TUNER MEMORY on the remote.

You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM

Automatic tuning preset

4 Press TUNER MEMORY on the remote. To set to “CD POWER ON”

To change the AM tuning interval

Listening to the radio Listening to a non-preset

3 Push the center of the tape lid to close

Front side Reverse side

To record a disc by specifying

1 Load a recordable tape into Deck B. Tips

7 Start playing the source to be

Selecting the preset

To cancel the preset effect

equalizer or selecting the Call up a user Turn OPERATION DIAL

3 Repeat step 1 and 2 to adjust the level

Selecting the MP3 Selecting the sound

Using the subwoofer Flashing sound effect

1 Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on the Hold down SOUND FLASH during

Select To output sound

Press one of the X-ROUND buttons to To cancel the X-ROUND effect

Selecting the speaker Selecting audio channel

(MHC-GNX100 only) (MHC-GNX88/GNX77/GNX66 only)

** You cannot check the remaining time if you select

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7 Press –. or >+ repeatedly (or Notes

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7 Press DIRECTION repeatedly on the

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Changing the spectrum Adjusting the brightness

SPECTRUM 1T t SPECTRUM 2 t DIMMER OFF y DIMMER 1 T

3 Press ENTER. 3 Press ENTER.

When X-ROUND mode is selected

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Changing the power Viewing information

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x When the play mode is “PROGRAM”

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Hooking up optional components

From the audio output

A CD DIGITAL OUT jack B VIDEO/MD (AUDIO IN) L/R

Surround speaker Surround speaker Note