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3-287-379-24(2)
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
MHC-GT555BP/GT555 MHC-GT444BP/GT444 MHC-GT222BP/GT222 MHC-GT111BP/GT111 LBT-ZT4
©2008 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire 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 fire 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.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the rear exterior.
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“dangerous 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.
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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 exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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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 integrity 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.
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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-GT555BP, MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444BP, MHC-GT444, MHC-GT222BP, MHC-GT222, MHC-GT111BP, MHC-GT111 and LBT-ZT4. In this manual, the MHC-GT555 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise.
The MHC-GT555BP/MHC-GT555 consists
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HCD-GT555 |
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– Speaker System |
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Front speakers |
SS-GT555M |
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Subwoofer |
SS-WG555M |
The MHC-GT444BP/MHC-GT444 consists
of:
– Unit HCD-GT444
–Speaker System
European model except United Kingdom and Russian only
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Front speakers |
SS-GT444M |
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Subwoofer |
SS-WG444M |
Other models |
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Front speakers |
SS-GT444 |
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Subwoofer |
SS-WG444 |
The MHC-GT222BP/MHC-GT222 consists of:
– Unit |
HCD-GT222 |
–Speaker System
European model except Russian only
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Front speakers |
SS-GT444M |
Other models |
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Front speakers |
SS-GT444 |
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The MHC-GT111BP/MHC-GT111 consists
of: |
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– Unit |
HCD-GT111 |
–Speaker System
European model except Russian only
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Front speakers |
SS-GT111M |
Asian model only |
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Front speakers |
SS-GT111S |
Russian and other models |
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Front speakers |
SS-GT111 |
The LBT-ZT4 consists of: |
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– Unit |
HCD-ZT4 |
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– Speaker System |
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Front speakers |
SS-ZT4 |
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Subwoofer |
SS-WG4 |
MHC-GT555BP/MHC-GT444BP/ MHC-GT222BP/MHC-GT111BP supplied with the digital music player BNP-2, which functions and operation methods are the same as those of MHC-GT555/MHC-GT444/ MHC-GT222/MHC-GT111. This manual only describes the functions and operation methods of MHC-GT555/MHC-GT444/ MHC-GT222/MHC-GT111 (except for those of the supplied accessories listed on page 44).
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Table of Contents |
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About this manual ........................ |
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Guide to parts and controls .......... |
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Getting Started |
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Hooking up the system |
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securely .................................. |
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Setting the clock......................... |
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Basic Operations |
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Playing an AUDIO CD/MP3 |
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disc ......................................... |
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Listening to the radio ................. |
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Transferring onto an USB |
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device ..................................... |
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Listening to music of an USB |
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device ..................................... |
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Playing a tape............................. |
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Using optional audio |
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components ............................ |
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Using the DIGITAL MEDIA |
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PORT adapter......................... |
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(LBT-ZT4 only) |
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Adjusting the sound ................... |
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Changing the display.................. |
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Other Operations |
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Creating your own program ...... |
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— Program Play |
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Presetting radio stations ............ |
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Using the Radio Data System |
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(RDS) .................................... |
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Recording onto a tape ............... |
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— CD-TAPE Synchro |
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Recording/Manual Recording/ |
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Sound Mixing |
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Creating your own sound |
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effect...................................... |
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Enjoying karaoke ...................... |
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Using the Timers....................... |
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Others |
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Troubleshooting ........................ |
34 |
Messages ................................... |
38 |
Precautions ................................ |
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Specifications ............................ |
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Compatible USB devices with |
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this system ............................. |
45 |
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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
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TUNER/ |
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LBT-ZT4 only
AUDIO INPUT
* MHC-GT555BP, MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444BP, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only
Top view
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1
"/1 (on/standby) (pages 15, 34, 38)
Press to turn on the system.
The STANDBY indicator lights up when the system is turned off.
B
DISPLAY (pages 27, 29, 34)
Press to change the information on the display.
C
METER MODE (page 27)
Press to select the preset meter display.
D
OPTIONS (pages 20, 26)
Press to change the display, USB and MP3 BOOSTER+ settings.
E
ERASE (page 23)
Press to erase audio files and folders from the connected optional USB device.
F
Remote sensor (page 34)
G
+/– (select folder) (pages 17, 23, 28)
Press to select a folder.
m/M (rewind/fast forward) (pages 17, 23)
Press to find a point in a track.
NX (play/pause) (pages 17, 22, 36)
Press to start or pause playback.
x (stop) (pages 23, 38)
Press to stop playback.
TUNING +/– (page 18)
Press to tune in the station you want.
./> (go back/go forward) (pages 17, 23, 28)
Press to select a track or file.
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CD (pages 15, 17, 30)
Press to select the CD function.
TUNER/BAND (page 18)
Press to select the TUNER function. Press to select the FM or AM band.
TAPE (page 24)
Press to select the TAPE function.
AUDIO (page 25)
Press to select the AUDIO function.
USB (pages 21, 22)
Press to select the USB function.
LBT-ZT4 only
DMPORT (page 25)
Press to select the DMPORT function.
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MHC-GT555BP, MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444BP, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only
SUBWOOFER (page 26)
Press to turn on and off the subwoofer. The SUBWOOFER indicator lights up when the subwoofer is turned on.
J
REC TIMER (page 33)
Press to set the Recording Timer.
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RETURN (pages 17, 23)
Press to return to the parent folder. Press to exit search mode.
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ENTER (pages 17, 21, 23, 26, 33, 38)
Press to enter the settings.
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M
DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE (pages 15, 17, 28, 30)
Press to select a disc. Press to exchange a disc while playing.
N
PHONES jack
Connect the headphones.
O
LBT-ZT4 only
AUDIO INPUT jack (page 25)
Other models
AUDIO INPUT L/R jacks (page 25)
Connect to an audio component (Portable audio player, etc.).
P
(USB) indicator
Lights up in red when transferring to the connected optional USB device or when erasing audio files or folders.
(USB) port (pages 19, 20, 22, 36)
Connect an optional USB device.
Q
MIC jack (page 31)
Connect an optional microphone.
MIC LEVEL (page 31)
Turn to adjust the microphone volume.
R
Disc tray (pages 17, 38)
S
Z OPEN/CLOSE (page 17)
Press to insert or eject a disc.
T
REC TO USB (pages 19, 20)
Press to transfer onto the connected optional USB device.
U
DISC 1 – 3 (page 17)
Press to select a disc. Press to switch to the CD function from other function.
V
MASTER VOLUME (pages 17, 18, 22, 24, 25)
Turn to adjust the volume.
W
OPERATION DIAL (pages 17, 20, 23, 26, 31, 33)
Turn to select a setting in the OPTIONS menu.
Turn to select a track, file or folder.
X
PRESET EQ (pages 26, 31), GROOVE (pages 26, 31), SURROUND (page 26)
Press to select a sound effect.
EQ BAND (page 31)
Press to select the frequency band.
Y
Display (page 26)
Z
Tape deck (pages 24, 30)
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z (record) (page 30)
Press to record onto a tape.
B (play) (pages 24, 30)
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 24)
Press to rewind/fast forward a tape.
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x Z (stop/eject) (pages 24, 30)
Press to stop tape playback. Press to insert or eject a tape.
X (pause) (pages 24, 30)
Press to pause tape playback.
Remote RM-AMU008 (LBT-ZT4 only)
D
TIMER MENU (pages 16, 32, 33)
Press to set the clock and the timers.
E
V/v/b/B (pages 16, 32)
Press to select the settings.
(pages 16, 28, 32)
Press to enter the selection.
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1
"/1 (on/standby) (pages 16, 33)
Press to turn on the system.
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TOOL MENU
2Press to select the menu of the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
G
./> (go back/go forward) (pages 17, 23, 28)
Press to select a track or file.
+/– (select folder) (pages 17, 23, 28)
Press to select a folder.
+/– (tuning) (page 18)
Press to tune in the station you want.
m/M (rewind/fast forward) (pages 17, 23)
Press to find a point in a track or file.
N (play) (pages 17, 22, 36)
Press to start playback.
B
CLEAR (page 28)
Press to delete the last step from the program list.
C
EQ (page 26)
Press to select a sound effect.
DISC SKIP (pages 17, 28, 30)
Press to select a disc.
X (pause) (pages 17, 23)
Press to pause playback.
x (stop) (pages 17, 18, 20, 23)
Press to stop playback.
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FUNCTION +/– (pages 17, 18, 22, 24, 25)
Press to select a function.
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VOLUME +/–* (pages 17, 18, 22, 24, 25)
Press to adjust the volume.
*The VOLUME + button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
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O RETURN (pages 17, 23)
Press to return to the parent folder. Press to exit search mode.
K
TUNER MEMORY (page 29)
Press to preset the radio station.
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PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE (pages 18, 23, 28, 29, 34)
Press to select the play mode of an AUDIO CD, MP3 disc or an optional USB device.
Press to select the tuning mode.
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REPEAT/FM MODE (pages 17, 18, 23)
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).
N
SLEEP (page 32)
Press to set the Sleep Timer.
O
DISPLAY (pages 16, 29, 34)
Press to change the information on the display.
Remote RM-AMU006 (Other models)
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1
"/1 (on/standby) (pages 16, 33)
Press to turn on the system.
B
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT (pages 33, 38)
CLOCK/TIMER SET (pages 16, 32)
Press to set the clock and the timers.
C
REPEAT/FM MODE (pages 17, 18, 23)
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).
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D
USB (page 22)
Press to select the USB function.
CD (pages 17, 30)
Press to select the CD function.
TUNER/BAND (page 18)
Press to select the TUNER function. Press to select the FM or AM band.
FUNCTION (pages 24, 25)
Press to select a function.
E
./> (go back/go forward) (pages 16, 17, 23, 28, 32)
Press to select a track or file.
m/M (rewind/fast forward) (pages 17, 23)
Press to find a point in a track or file.
+/– (tuning) (page 18)
Press to tune in the station you want.
N (play) (pages 17, 22, 36)
Press to start playback.
X (pause) (pages 17, 23)
Press to pause playback.
x (stop) (pages 17, 18, 20, 23)
Press to stop playback.
F
ENTER (pages 16, 28, 32)
Press to enter the settings.
G
DISC SKIP (pages 17, 28, 30)
Press to select a disc.
H
+/– (select folder) (pages 17, 23, 28)
Press to select a folder.
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VOLUME +/–* (pages 17, 18, 22, 24)
Press to adjust the volume.
*The VOLUME + button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
J
EQ (page 26)
Press to select a sound effect.
K
CLEAR (page 28)
Press to delete the last step from the program list.
L
TUNER MEMORY (page 29)
Press to preset the radio station.
M
PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE (pages 18, 23, 28, 29, 34)
Press to select the play mode of an AUDIO CD, MP3 disc or an optional USB device.
Press to select the tuning mode.
N
DISPLAY (pages 16, 29, 34)
Press to change the information on the display.
O
SLEEP (page 32)
Press to set the Sleep Timer.
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system securely
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ANTENNA |
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1To FM lead antenna |
a) The FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack varies according to |
2To AM loop antenna |
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3To DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter |
b) LBT-ZT4 only. |
4To subwoofer |
c) MHC-GT555BP, MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444BP, |
5To front speaker (left) |
MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only. |
6To front speaker (right) |
d) The VOLTAGE SELECTOR varies according to |
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AAntennas
Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then set up the antennas.
AM loop antenna 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.
BDMPORT (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.
CSubwoofer (MHC-GT555BP,
MHC-GT555, MHC-GT444BP, MHC-GT444 and LBT-ZT4 only)
Be sure to insert the connector straight into the terminals.
SUBWOOFER
Purple
DFront speakers
Be sure to insert the connector straight into the terminals.
SPEAKER |
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EVOLTAGE SELECTOR
For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage.
FPower
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.
1Remove all discs to protect the CD mechanism.
2Press CD to select the CD function.
3Hold down DISC SKIP/ EX-CHANGE, and press "/1 until “STANDBY” appears.
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