User manual SONY MHC-GT222

[. . . ] 3-287-077-14(2) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions MHC-GT555 / GT444 MHC-GT222 / 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. [. . . ] · If the system is turned off during Resume Play mode, when the system is turned on again playback starts from the beginning of the audio file. · This system does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. · The playback order for the system may differ from the playback order of the connected digital music player. · Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on an USB device. · The maximum number of audio files and folders on an USB device that can be recognized by this system is 999 (including "ROOT" and "MUSIC" folder). The maximum number of audio files and folders may vary depending on the file and folder structure. · The system can play the following format of audio files: ­ MP3 with file extension ". mp3". If the audio files have the above file extension but are not the respective formats, the system may produce noise or may malfunction. · Compatibility with all MP3, AAC or WMA encoding/writing softwares, recording devices, and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible USB device may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all. · You cannot erase audio files and folders in shuffle play mode or program play mode. · If the folder to be erased does not contain MP3/AAC/WMA files or contains sub folders, these are not erased. · The Program Play setting is erased when the erase operation is performed. Playing a tape Use the controls on the tape deck for this operation. 1 Select the TAPE function. Press FUNCTION (RM-AMU006) or FUNCTION +/­ (RM-AMU008) repeatedly (or press TAPE on the unit). Basic Operations 2 Insert a tape. Press x Z, and insert a TYPE I (normal) tape into the tape holder with the side you want to play facing up. Make sure there is no slack in the tape to avoid damaging the tape or the tape deck. Press the tape deck lid on the unit to close the tape holder. 3 Start playback. Press B. 4 Adjust the volume. Press VOLUME +/­ (or turn MASTER VOLUME on the unit). Other operations To Press Pause playback Stop playback Rewind or fast forward X. m/M. 23GB Using optional audio components 1 Connect an optional audio component to the unit. LBT-ZT4 only: Connect to the AUDIO INPUT jack on the unit using a stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied). Other models: Connect to the AUDIO INPUT L/R jacks on the unit using an audio cord (not supplied). Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (LBT-ZT4 only) 1 Select the DMPORT function. Press FUNCTION +/­ repeatedly (or press DMPORT on the unit). 2 Start playing the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Notes · Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you may be able to operate the connected component using the buttons on the remote or the unit. · You can use the system to charge the battery of the audio device connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the system is turned on. 2 Turn down the volume. Press VOLUME ­ (or turn MASTER VOLUME on the unit counter clockwise). 3 Select the AUDIO function. Press FUNCTION (RM-AMU006) or FUNCTION +/­ (RM-AMU008) repeatedly (or press AUDIO on the unit). 4 Start playing the connected component. 5 Adjust the volume. Press VOLUME +/­ (or turn MASTER VOLUME on the unit). 24GB Adjusting the sound Use the controls on the unit for this operation. Changing the display Use the controls on the unit for this operation. To add a sound effect To Press Reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound Select the surround effect Select a preset sound effect GROOVE repeatedly until "GROOVE"* or "Z-GROOVE"* lights up in the display. SURROUND repeatedly until "SURROUND" lights up in the display. To cancel, press PRESET EQ (or EQ on the remote) repeatedly until "FLAT" appears. 1 Press OPTIONS. [. . . ] Failure to clean the tape heads can cause degraded sound quality or an inability of the unit to record or play tapes. For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning tape. On heat buildup · Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal and is not a cause for alarm. · Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may have become hot. · Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. Demagnetizing the tape heads Use a demagnetizing tape (available separately) after every 20 to 30 hours of use. [. . . ]