Sony MHC-GT444, LBT-ZT4, 3-287-077-14-2, MHC-GT111 User Manual

Mini Hi-Fi Component System

3-287-077-14(2)

Operating Instructions

MHC-GT555 / GT444 MHC-GT222 / GT111

LBT-ZT4

WARNING

To reduce the risk of f ire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of f ire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Notice for the customers in the United States

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No.

Serial No.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “danger ous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the rear exterior.

The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.

WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

TV technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been ex posed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Continued

Notice for the customer in the countries applying EU Directives

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data inte grity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Note on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

• “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

• Windows Media is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

About this manual

The instructions in this manual are for models MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444, MHC-GT222, MHC-GT111 and LBT-ZT4. In this manual, the MHC-GT555 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise.

The MHC-GT555 consists of:

– Unit HCD-GT555 – Speaker System

• Front speakers SS-GT555M

• Subwoofer SS-WG555M

The MHC-GT444 consists of:

– Unit HCD-GT444 – Speaker System

European model except United Kingdom and Russian only

• Front speakers SS-GT444M

• Subwoofer SS-WG444M Other models

• Front speakers SS-GT444

• Subwoofer SS-WG444

The MHC-GT222 consists of:

– Unit HCD-GT222 – Speaker System

European model only

• Front speakers SS-GT444M Other models

• Front speakers SS-GT444

The MHC-GT111 consists of:

– Unit HCD-GT111 – Speaker System

European model only

• Front speakers SS-GT111M Asian model only

• Front speakers SS-GT111S Other models

• Front speakers SS-GT111

The LBT-ZT4 consists of:

–Unit HCD-ZT4 – Speaker System

• Front speakers SS-ZT4

• Subwoofer SS-WG4

About this manual ....................... 5

Guide to parts and controls.......... 7

Getting Started

Hooking up the system

securely .................................. 13

Setting the clock ........................ 15

Basic Operations

Playing an AUDIO CD/MP3

disc......................................... 16

Listening to the radio................. 17

Transferring onto an USB

device..................................... 18

Listening to music of an USB

device..................................... 21

Playing a tape ............................ 23

Using optional audio

components ............................ 24

Using the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter ........................ 24

(LBT-ZT4 only)

Adjusting the sound................... 25

Changing the display ................. 25

Other Operations

Creating your own program....... 27

— Program Play

Presetting radio stations............. 28

Using the Radio Data System

(RDS) ..................................... 28

(European model only)

Recording onto a tape................ 29

— CD-TAPE Synchro

Recording/Manual Recording/

Sound Mixing Creating your own sound

effect ...................................... 30

Enjoying karaoke....................... 30

Using the Timers ....................... 31

Others

Troubleshooting......................... 33

Messages.................................... 37

Precautions................................. 38

Specifications............................. 40

Compatible USB devices with

this system.............................. 44

Guide to parts and controls

This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names.

Unit Front view

Guide to parts and controls

TUNER/

BAND

TAPE

qs qd

LBT-ZT4 only

AUDIO INPUT

* MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only

Top view

LBT-ZT4 only

AUDIO

USB

AUDIO

DMPORT

USB

wd ws wa

w; ql qk

qjqh

Continued

"/1 (on/standby) (pages 14, 33, 37)

Press to turn on the system. The STANDBY indicator lights up when the system is turned off.

DISPLAY (pages 26, 28, 33)

Press to change the information on the display.

METER MODE (page 26)

Press to select the preset meter display.

OPTIONS (pages 19, 25)

Press to change the display, USB and MP3 BOOSTER+ settings.

ERASE (page 22)

Press to erase audio files and folders from the connected optional USB device.

Remote sensor (page 33)

+/– (select folder) (pages 16, 22,

27)

Press to select a folder.

m/M (rewind/fast forward) (pages 16, 22)

Press to find a point in a track.

NX (play/pause) (pages 16, 21, 35)

Press to start or pause playback.

x (stop) (pages 22, 37)

Press to stop playback.

TUNING +/– (page 17)

Press to tune in the station you want.

./> (go back/go forward) (pages 16, 22, 27)

Press to select a track or file.

CD (pages 14, 16, 29)

Press to select the CD function.

TUNER/BAND (page 17)

Press to select the TUNER function. Press to select the FM or AM band.

TAPE (page 23)

Press to select the TAPE function.

AUDIO (page 24)

Press to select the AUDIO function.

USB

(pages 20, 21)

Press to select the USB function.

LBT-ZT4 only DMPORT (page 24)

Press to select the DMPORT function.

MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only SUBWOOFER (page 25)

Press to turn on and off the subwoofer. The SUBWOOFER indicator lights up when the subwoofer is turned on.

REC TIMER (page 32)

Press to set the Recording Timer.

RETURN (pages 16, 22)

Press to return to the parent folder. Press to exit search mode.

ENTER (pages 16, 20, 22, 25, 32, 37)

Press to enter the settings.

DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE (pages 14, 16, 27, 29)

Press to select a disc. Press to exchange a disc while playing.

PHONES jack

Connect the headphones.

LBT-ZT4 only AUDIO INPUT jack (page 24)

Other models AUDIO INPUT L/R jacks (page 24)

Connect to an audio component (Portable audio player, etc.).

(USB) indicator

Lights up in red when transferring to the connected optional USB device or when erasing audio files or folders.

(USB) port (pages 18, 19, 21, 35)

Connect an optional USB device.

MIC jack (page 30)

Connect an optional microphone.

MIC LEVEL (page 30)

Turn to adjust the microphone volume.

Disc tray (pages 16, 37)

Z OPEN/CLOSE (page 16)

Press to insert or eject a disc.

REC TO (pages 18, 19)

USB

Press to transfer onto the connected optional USB device.

DISC 1 – 3 (page 16)

Press to select a disc. Press to switch to the CD function from other function.

MASTER VOLUME (pages 16, 17, 21, 23, 24)

Turn to adjust the volume.

OPERATION DIAL (pages 16, 19, 22, 25, 30, 32)

Turn to select a setting in the OPTIONS menu. Turn to select a track, file or folder.

PRESET EQ (pages 25, 30), GROOVE (pages 25, 30), SURROUND (page 25)

Press to select a sound effect.

EQ BAND (page 30)

Press to select the frequency band.

Display (page 25)

Tape deck (pages 23, 29)

z (record) (page 29)

Press to record onto a tape.

B (play) (pages 23, 29)

Press to start tape playback.

* The B button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile

dot as a reference when operating the system.

m/M (rewind/fast forward) (page 23)

Press to rewind/fast forward a tape.

Guide to parts and controls

Continued

x Z (stop/eject) (pages 23, 29)

Press to stop tape playback. Press to insert or eject a tape.

X (pause) (pages 23, 29)

Press to pause tape playback.

Remote RM-AMU008 (LBT-ZT4 only)

qg qf

qs qa

"/1 (on/standby) (pages 15, 32)

Press to turn on the system.

CLEAR (page 27)

Press to delete the last step from the program list.

EQ (page 25)

Press to select a sound effect.

1 3

TIMER MENU (pages 15, 31, 32)

Press to set the clock and the timers.

V/v/b/B (pages 15, 31)

Press to select the settings.

(pages 15, 27, 31)

Press to enter the selection.

TOOL MENU

Press to select the menu of the component

connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

./> (go back/go forward) (pages 16, 22, 27)

Press to select a track or file.

+/– (select folder) (pages 16, 22,

27)

Press to select a folder.

+/– (tuning) (page 17)

Press to tune in the station you want.

m/M (rewind/fast forward) (pages 16, 22)

Press to find a point in a track or file.

N (play) (pages 16, 21, 35)

Press to start playback.

DISC SKIP (pages 16, 27, 29)

Press to select a disc.

X (pause) (pages 16, 22)

Press to pause playback.

x (stop) (pages 16, 17, 19, 22)

Press to stop playback.

FUNCTION +/– (pages 16, 17, 21, 23,

24)

Press to select a function.

VOLUME +/–* (pages 16, 17, 21, 23,

24)

Press to adjust the volume.

* The VOLUME + button has a tactile dot. Use

the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.

O RETURN (pages 16, 22)

Press to return to the parent folder. Press to exit search mode.

TUNER MEMORY (page 28)

Press to preset the radio station.

PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE (pages 17, 22, 27, 28, 33)

Press to select the play mode of an AUDIO CD, MP3 disc or an optional USB device. Press to select the tuning mode.

REPEAT/FM MODE (pages 16, 17,

22)

Press to listen to a disc, an USB device, a single track or file repeatedly. Press to select the FM reception mode (monaural or stereo).

SLEEP (page 31)

Press to set the Sleep Timer.

DISPLAY (pages 15, 28, 33)

Press to change the information on the display.

Remote RM-AMU006 (Other models)

qg qf qd qs

"/1 (on/standby) (pages 15, 32)

Press to turn on the system.

CLOCK/TIMER SELECT (pages 32,

37) CLOCK/TIMER SET (pages 15, 31)

Press to set the clock and the timers.

REPEAT/FM MODE (pages 16, 17,

22)

Press to listen to a disc, an USB device, a single track or file repeatedly. Press to select the FM reception mode (monaural or stereo).

Guide to parts and controls

Continued

USB (page 21)

Press to select the USB function.

CD (pages 16, 29)

Press to select the CD function.

TUNER/BAND (page 17)

Press to select the TUNER function. Press to select the FM or AM band.

FUNCTION (pages 23, 24)

Press to select a function.

./> (go back/go forward) (pages 15, 16, 22, 27, 31)

Press to select a track or file.

m/M (rewind/fast forward) (pages 16, 22)

Press to find a point in a track or file.

+/– (tuning) (page 17)

Press to tune in the station you want.

N (play) (pages 16, 21, 35)

Press to start playback.

X (pause) (pages 16, 22)

Press to pause playback.

x (stop) (pages 16, 17, 19, 22)

Press to stop playback.

ENTER (pages 15, 27, 31)

Press to enter the settings.

DISC SKIP (pages 16, 27, 29)

Press to select a disc.

+/– (select folder) (pages 16, 22,

27)

Press to select a folder.

VOLUME +/–* (pages 16, 17, 21, 23) Press to adjust the volume.

* The VOLUME + button has a tactile dot. Use

the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.

EQ (page 25)

Press to select a sound effect.

CLEAR (page 27)

Press to delete the last step from the program list.

TUNER MEMORY (page 28)

Press to preset the radio station.

PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE (pages 17, 22, 27, 28, 33)

Press to select the play mode of an AUDIO CD, MP3 disc or an optional USB device. Press to select the tuning mode.

DISPLAY (pages 15, 28, 33)

Press to change the information on the display.

SLEEP (page 31)

Press to set the Sleep Timer.

Getting Started

Hooking up the system securely

ANTENNA

DMPORT

SUBWOOFER

FRONT SPEAKER

5 6

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

Getting Started

1 To FM lead antenna 2 To AM loop antenna 3 To DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 4 To subwoofer 5 To front speaker (left) 6 To front speaker (right)

The FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack varies according to models.

LBT-ZT4 only.

MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only.

The VOLTAGE SELECTOR varies according to models.

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A Antennas

Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then set up the antennas.

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords, the power cord and the USB cable to avoid picking up noise.

B DMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) (LBT-ZT4 only)

Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. You need to connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to an optional audio device (portable audio player, etc.).

Notes

• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area.

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack.

• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to/from the DMPORT jack while the system is turned on.

• When using a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter that has video output function, connect the video output of the adapter directly to the TV.

AM loop antenna

C Subwoofer (MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only)

Be sure to insert the connector straight into the terminals.

SUBWOOFER

Purple

D Front speakers

Be sure to insert the connector straight into the terminals.

SPEAKER

FRONT

NCE U

White

6Ω

E VOLTAGE SELECTOR

For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage.

F Power

Connect the power cord to a wall socket. The demonstration appears in the display. If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for models equipped with an adaptor).

When carrying this system

Use the buttons on the unit for this operation.

1 Remove all discs to protect the CD

mechanism.

2 Press CD to select the CD function. 3 Hold down DISC SKIP/

EX-CHANGE, and press "/1 until “STANDBY” appears.

4 After “MECHA LOCK” appears,

unplug the power cord.

Speaker pads

Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the front speakers and subwoofer to prevent slipping.

Front speakers: 4 pads for each speaker

Subwoofer: 4 pads (MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only)

To use the remote

Slide and remove the battery compartment lid, then, insert the two supplied R6 (size AA) batteries, E side first, matching the polarities shown below.

Setting the clock

You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode. Use the buttons on the remote for this operation.

1 Press "/1 to turn on the system. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET

(RM-AMU006) or TIMER MENU (RM-AMU008).

If “PLAY SET” appears on the display, press ./> (RM-AMU006) or (RM-AMU008) repeatedly to select “CLOCK SET” and then press ENTER (RM-AMU006) or (RM-AMU008).

V/v

3 Press ./> (RM-AMU006) or

V/v(RM-AMU008) repeatedly to

set the hour, and then press ENTER (RM-AMU006) or (RM-AMU008).

4 Use the same procedure to set

the minutes.

The clock settings are lost when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs.

Getting Started

Notes

• With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months.

• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries.

• If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

To display the clock when the system is turned off

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the clock is displayed. The clock is displayed for about 8 seconds.

+ 33 hidden pages

Sony MHC-GT444, LBT-ZT4, 3-287-077-14-2, MHC-GT111 User Manual

About this manual

Table of Contents

Guide to parts and controls

Getting Started

Hooking up the system securely

Setting the clock