3-862-016-11(1)
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
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MHC-GRX10AV
MHC-RX110AV
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.
This caution label is located inside the unit.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN CANADA
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
This stereo system is equipped with the Dolby B- type noise reduction system and Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder*.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. DOLBY, the double-D symbol aand “PRO
LOGIC” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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Getting Started |
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Step 1: Hooking up the main unit ....... |
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Step 2: Setting up your speakers ......... |
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Step 3: Setting the time ......................... |
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Step 4: Presetting radio stations ........ |
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Connecting optional AV components 12 |
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Basic Operations |
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Playing a CD ......................................... |
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Recording a CD .................................... |
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Listening to the radio ........................... |
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Recording from the radio .................... |
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Playing a tape ........................................ |
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Recording from a tape ......................... |
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The CD Player |
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Using the CD display ........................... |
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Playing the CD tracks repeatedly ...... |
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Playing the CD tracks in random |
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Programming the CD tracks ............... |
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Playing CDs without interruption ..... |
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The Tape Deck |
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Recording on a tape manually ........... |
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Recording a CD by specifying track |
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DJ Effects |
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Looping part of a CD ........................... |
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Flashing part of a CD ........................... |
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Using the drum pads ........................... |
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Using the beat functions ...................... |
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Sound Adjustment |
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Adjusting the sound ............................ |
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Selecting the audio emphasis |
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Selecting surround effects ................... |
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Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic Surround |
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Adjusting the graphic equalizer ......... |
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Making a personal audio emphasis |
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Other Features |
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Using the Radio Data System |
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Singing along: Karaoke ...................... |
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Falling asleep to music ........................ |
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Waking up to music ............................. |
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Timer-recording radio programs ....... |
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Additional Information |
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Precautions ............................................ |
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Troubleshooting ................................... |
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Specifications ........................................ |
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Index ........................................ |
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Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the main unit
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
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FM75 COAXIAL
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Inserting two size AA (R6) batteries into the remote
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With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones.
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
When carrying this system
Do the following to protect the CD mechanism.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD” appears in the display.
2 Hold down LOOP and press 
so that “LOCK” appears in the display.
Step 2: Setting up your speakers
Connecting the supplied rear and center surround speakers enables you to fully enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound. Dolby Pro Logic Surround is a decoding system standardized in TV programs and movies. Dolby Pro Logic Surround improves the sound image by using four separate channels. These channels manipulate the sound to be heard and enhance the action as it happens on the screen.
Positioning the speakers
Before you connect them, determine the best location for your speakers.
1 Place the front speakers at an angle of 45 degrees from your listening position.
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Step 2: Setting up your speakers (continued)
2 Place the center speaker so it is placed about the same height as the front speakers (A). Align the center surround speaker with the front speakers or place it slightly back from the position of the front speakers (B).
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Center surround speaker
3 Place the rear surround speakers facing each other at about 60 to 90 cm (2 to 3 feet) above your listening position.
Rear surround
60 to 90 cm 
speaker (2 to 3 feet)
To attach the speaker pads
Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from slipping.
Front speaker
Center surround speaker
Connecting the speakers
(Refer to illustration at right.)
1Connect the front speakers.
Connect the speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER jacks of the same color.
Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise.
Insert only the stripped portion.
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The type of speakers supplied vary according to the model you purchased (see “Specifications” on page 53).
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Rear surround speaker (Right) Rear surround speaker (Left)
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Connect the speaker cords from the rear |
speakers on top of a TV. This may |
surround speakers to the appropriate |
cause distortion of the colors in the TV |
REAR SURROUND SPEAKER jacks. |
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Connect the solid cords to the red jacks |
• Be sure to connect both left and right |
and connect the striped cords to the |
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black jacks. |
the sound will not be heard. |
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Step 2: Setting up your speakers (continued)
3Connect the center surround speaker.
Connect the speaker cords fron the center surround speaker to the appropriate CENTER SURROUND SPEAKER jacks.
Connect the solid cord to the red jacks and connect the striped cord to the black jacks.
Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise.
Insert only the stripped portion.
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4Set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to position of your local power line voltage (for models with a voltage selector).
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
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5Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
Demo mode appears in the display.
6Deactivate the demo mode by pressing DEMO when the system power is turned off.
The demo mode is also deactivated when you set the time.
Tip
You can reinforce the bass sound by connecting an optional super woofer to the super woofer connector.
Adjusting the speaker volume
To enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound, turn the Dolby Pro Logic mode on, then adjust the volume of each speaker using the test tone that the system provides.
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1 Press PRO LOGIC (or PRO LOGIC ON/OFF on the remote).
“PRO LOGIC ON” appears.
2 Press T.TONE ON/OFF on the remote.
The test tone is heard from the speakers in the following order. Adjust the volume of the test tone.
Front (left) b Center b Front (right)
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3 From your listening position, press CENTER LEVEL (+/–) and REAR LEVEL (+/–) on the remote to adjust the volume.
The volume levels from each speaker must become the same.
4 Press T.TONE ON/OFF when you are done adjusting.
The test tone turns off.
Tip
If you turn VOLUME (or press VOLUME +/– on the remote) all the speaker volumes change.
Note
The test tone feature works only for Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound.
Step 3: Setting the time
You must set the time before using the timer functions.
The clock is on a 24-hour system for the European and Russian models, and a 12-hour system for other models.
The 12-hour system model is used for illustration purposes.
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1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
The hour indication flashes.
2 Turn the jog dial to set the hour.
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Step 3: Setting the time (continued)
3 Press ENTER/NEXT.
The minute indication flashes.
4 Turn the jog dial to set the minute.
5 Press ENTER/NEXT.
The clock starts working.
Tips
•If you’ve made a mistake, start over from step 1.
•Setting the time deactivates the demo mode. If you want to display the demo mode, press DEMO when the power is off.
Note
The previous explanation shows you how to set the time while the power is off. To change the time while the power is on, do the following:
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
2 Turn the jog dial to select SET CLOCK.
3 Press ENTER/NEXT.
4 Perform steps 2 through 5 above.
Step 4: Presetting radio stations
You can preset the following number of stations:
–2 band model: 20 for FM, 10 for AM.
–3 band model: 20 for FM, 10 for MW, and 10 for SW (or LW, depending on the model you purchased).
–4 band model: 20 for FM, 10 for MW, 10 for LW, and 5 for UKV.
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1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until the band you want appears in the display.
The bands you can receive vary depending on the model you purchased. Be sure to check which bands you can receive.
Every time you press this button, the band changes as follows:
2 band model: FM ˜AM
3 band model:
FM nMW nSW n
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4 band model:
FM nMW nLW nUKV* n
*“STEREO PLUS” is displayed when you select UKV.
2 Press and hold + or – until the frequency indication starts to change, then release.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a station. “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for a stereo program) appear.
MONO TUNED
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A preset number appears in the display.
Preset number
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ALL DISCS
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4 Turn the jog dial to select the preset number you want.
5 Press ENTER/NEXT.
The station is stored.
6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to store other stations.
To tune in a station with a weak signal
Press + or – repeatedly in step 2 to tune in the station manually.
To change the preset number
Start over from step 1.
To change the AM tuning interval
(Except for the European, Russian and Middle Eastern models)
The AM tuning interval is factory set to 9 kHz (10 kHz in some areas). To change the AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the power. While holding down the ENTER/NEXT button, turn the power back on. When you change the interval, AM preset stations will be erased. To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.
Tip
The preset stations are retained for half a day even if you unplug the power cord or if a power failure occurs.
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Connecting optional AV components
To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the instructions of each component.
Connecting audio components
Select one of the following two connections, depending on the equipment to be connected and method of connecting.
Connecting an MD deck for digital recording
You can record from CD into the MD deck digitally by connecting an optical cable.
To the DIGITAL IN jack of the MD deck
Connecting an MD deck for analog recording
Make sure to match the color of the plugs and the connectors. To listen to the sound of the connected MD deck, press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD” appears.
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Tip
When you connect a Sony MD deck, you can use the MD ·, P, and pbuttons on this unit’s remote to perform play, pause, and stop operations.
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Connecting a super woofer speaker
You can connect an optional super woofer speaker.
To super woofer
Connecting a VCR
Make sure to match the color of the plugs and the connectors. To listen to the sound of the connected VCR, press FUNCTION repeatedly until “VIDEO” appears.
To the audio output of the VCR
Connecting outdoor antennas
Connect the outdoor antenna to improve the reception.
FM antenna
Connect the optional FM outdoor antenna. You can also use the TV antenna instead.
Jack type A
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Connecting optional AV components (continued)
AM antenna
Connect a 6- to 15meter (20to 50feet) insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal. Leave the supplied AM loop antenna connected.
Jack type A
Screw clamp
Insulated wire (not supplied)
FM75
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Jack type B
Insulated wire (not supplied)
Screw clamp
FM75
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Ground wire (not supplied)
Important
If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground from yterminal with the screw clamp. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
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Basic Operations
Playing a CD
— Normal play
You can play up to three CDs in a row.
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1 Press §and place up to two CDs on the disc tray.
If a disc is not placed properly it will not be recognized.
With the label side up. When
you play a single CD, place it on
the inner circle of the tray.
To insert a third disc, press DISC SKIP/ EX-CHANGE to rotate the disc tray.
2 Press one of the DISC 1~3 buttons.
The disc tray closes and play starts.
If you press CD (P(or CD ·on the remote) when the disc tray is closed, play starts from the CD loaded on the tray whose button is lit green.
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Operations Basic
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Playing a CD (continued)
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•Pressing CD (Pwhen the power is off automatically turns the power on and starts CD playback if there is a CD in the tray (One Touch Play).
•You can switch from another source to the CD player and start playing a CD just by pressing CD (Por the DISC 1~3 buttons (Automatic Source Selection).
•If there is no CD in the player, “CD NO DISC” appears in the display.
•When a disc tray holding a CD is selected (or playing), the DISC 1~3 button for that tray lights green. When a disc tray holding a CD is not selected, the DISC 1~3 button for that tray lights orange. When all disc trays are empty, the DISC 1~3 buttons all light green.
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Recording a CD
— CD Synchro Recording
The CD SYNC button lets you record from a CD to a tape easily. You can use TYPE I (normal) or TYPE II (CrO2) tapes. The recording level is adjusted automatically.
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5 3 DOLBY NR
1 Press §and insert a blank tape into deck B.
With the side you want to record facing forward
2 Press §and place a CD.
Then press again to close the disc tray. If the indicator for the tray you want to record is not lit green, press DISC SKIP/ EX-CHANGE repeatedly so that it lights green.
With the label 
side up. When 
you play a single
CD, place it on the inner circle of the tray.
3 Press CD SYNC.
Deck B stands by for recording and the CD player stands by for playback. The indicator on TAPE B ((for front side) lights up.
4 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select Ato record on one side. Select ß(or RELAY) to record on both sides.
5 Press PPAUSE.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press p.
Tips
•If you want to record from the reverse side, press TAPE B 9to light its indicator after pressing CD SYNC.
•When you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front side. If you start from the reverse side, recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
•When you want to reduce the hiss noise in lowlevel high-frequency signals, press DOLBY NR so that “DOLBY NR” appears after pressing CD SYNC.
Note
You cannot listen to other sources while recording.
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