MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)Mini Hi-Fi Component System© 2007 Sony CorporationMHC-GNZ444DMHC-GNZ333DMHC-GNZ333DL3-106-465-15(1)Ope
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)10GBNotes on CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW In some cases, CD-Rs/-RWs and DVD-Rs/-RWs/+Rs/+RWs cannot b
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)100GBe picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide standards for digital compression tec
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)101GBAdditional InformationMulti Sessionis is a recording method that enables adding of data using the
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)102GBVIDEO CDA compact disc that contains moving pictures.e picture data uses the MPEG 1 format, one o
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)Additional Information103GBContinued IndexNumerics5.1 Channel Surround 75, 76AA/V SYNC 48ALBUM 95Al
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)Printed in ChinaPPARENTAL CONTROL 95Parental Control 101PAUSE MODE 57PBC Playback 32Play Timer 70P
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)11GBNotes on Multi Session disc is system can play back Multi Session discs when an MP3 audio track (
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)12GBGuide to parts and controlsis manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same ope
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)13GBGuide to parts and controlsRemote controlUnit: (on/standby) (24, 25, 60, 70, 85)Press to turn
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)14GBRemote: TV CH +/2) (23)Press to change the TV channels.FUNCTION +/ (23, 25, 28, 59, 61, 66)Press
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)15GBGuide to parts and controlsContinued AUDIO IN jack (76)Connect to an optional audio component.DI
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)16GBANGLE (30)Press to change the angle (DVD VIDEO with multi-angles only). +/ (29)Press to select a
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)17GBGuide to parts and controlsCLEAR (25, 27, 35, 37, 38, 40, 45)Press to delete a pre-programmed trac
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)18GBDisplay Lights up when timer is set. (70) Lights up when DTS is selected. (57) Lights up when Do
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)19GBGetting StartedGetting StartedHooking up the systemContinued Right speakerLeft speakerWall socket
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)2GBWARNINGTo reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)20GB Speakerse speaker cords and plugs are color-coded with their respective speaker terminals.NoteBe
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)21GBGetting StartedTipWith normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)22GBHooking up the TVConnect the video input jack of your TV to the VIDEO OUT jack with the supplied vi
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)23GBGetting Started1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly to select “DVD” (or press DVD on the unit).2 P
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)24GBSetting the clockUse buttons on the remote to set the clock.1 Press / to turn on the system.2 P
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)25GBGetting StartedPerforming QUICK setupBefore using the system, you can make the minimum basic adjust
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)26GB6 Press or repeatedly to select the setting that matches your TV type.If you have a 4:3 stand
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)27GBGetting StartedUsing the THEATRE SYNC functionTHEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your Sony TV and
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)28GBDiscPlaying a disc Normal Play Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operation
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)29GBDiscContinued Other operationsTo PressStop playback .Pause playback . Press again or (
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)3GBNote on power cord plug shapes (Saudi Arabian model only)For AC 220 V wall sockets1 Make the appropr
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)30GBTo PressSelect a disc DISC SKIP on the remote (or one of the DISC 1 3 buttons on the unit).Swit
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)31GBDiscContinued NoteDepending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)32GBWhen playing a VIDEO CD, AUDIO CD, or MP3 audio track:STEREO: the standard stereo sound.1/L: th
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)33GBDiscContinued To return to the previous menuPress RETURN .NotePBC playback is canceled when Shu
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)34GBResuming playback of a disc that was stopped Multi-disc Resume(DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only)is sy
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)35GBDiscContinued 4 Press .e cursor moves to the track list “T” (in this case, “01”). 5 Select the
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)36GBTo turn o the Control MenuPress DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu disappears from the
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)37GBDiscContinued When playing a DATA CD/DVD: ON: all MP3 audio tracks in the selected album on the c
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)38GB TRACK1) (AUDIO CD, VIDEO CD, DATA CD/DVD2)) ALBUM (DATA CD/DVD) ON (Shue Play or Program Play)
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)39GBDiscContinued 1 Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD/TUNER MENU .e menu appears on the TV screen. e cont
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)4GBAbout this manual In this manual, the MHC-GNZ444D is used for illustration purposes unless stated o
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)40GB1 Press DISPLAY . (When playing a DATA CD/DVD with JPEG image les, press DISPLAY twice.)e C
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)41GBDiscContinued Searching by scene Picture Navigation 1 Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)42GB3 Press /// to select a chapter, title or track, then press ENTER .e system starts playing
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)43GBDiscContinued Selecting an MP3 audio track or album1 Load a disc on the disc tray .e list of alb
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)44GBTo play back the next album of MP3 audio tracksYou can select the next album by pressing repeat
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)45GBDiscContinued 2 Press /// to select the image you want to view, then press (or DVD on th
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)46GBPlaying MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image les as a slide show with sound You can play back a slide
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)47GBDiscContinued e maximum number of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image les on an album which this sy
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)48GBSelecting a transition eect for image les in the slide show(JPEG image les only)1 Press DISPLA
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)49GBDiscRestricting playback of the disc CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL You can set 2 k
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)5GBTable of ContentsTunerListening to the radio ...59TapePlaying a tape ...
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)50GBIf you have not entered a password:e display for registering a new password appears.Enter a 4-digi
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)51GBDiscContinued 2 Enter your 4-digit password using the numeric buttons , then press ENTER .e sys
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)52GB4 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the numeric buttons , then press ENTER .e displa
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)53GBDiscNotese Control Menu display will show dierent items depending on the disc type.When you p
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)54GBUsing the DVD setup menuBy using the DVD setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)55GBDiscContinued 6 Press or repeatedly to select the setting you want, then press ENTER .e se
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)56GBSetting the TV screen SCREEN SETUPChoose the settings according to the TV you connected.e defaul
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)57GBDiscContinued BACKGROUNDSelects the background color or picture to be displayed on the TV screen.
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)58GBMULTI-DISC RESUME(DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only)ON: Stores the resume playback point in the memory fo
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)59GBTunerTunerListening to the radioYou can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset stat
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)6GBAdditional InformationTroubleshooting ...78Precautions ...
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)60GB8 To listen to a preset station, press PRESET +/ repeatedly to select the preset station you wan
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)61GBTapeTapePlaying a tapeYou can use TYPE I (normal) tape.1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly to select
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)62GBRecording onto a tape ere are three ways to record on a TYPE I (normal) tape. Use the buttons on t
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)63GBTape4 For Sound Mixing, start singing along with the music and adjust the microphone volume by turn
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)64GBSound AdjustmentAdjusting the soundGenerating a more dynamic sound (Dynamic Sound Generator X-tra)Y
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)65GBSound Adjustment2CH SURRReproduces stereo output with surround eect from multi channel sources suc
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)66GBSinging along: Karaoke You can sing along with any multiplex AUDIO CD, multiplex VIDEO
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)67GBSound AdjustmentContinued NoteKaraoke Mode is automatically turned o when you: turn o the syst
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)68GBWhen playing a VIDEO CD or AUDIO CD: OFF (Turn o the vocal) L+R (e same sound is output fro
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)69GBSound Adjustment2) You can also change the “KEY CONTROL” setting by pressing KEY CONTROL to red
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)7GBPlayable discsType CharacteristicsIcon used in this manualLogoDVD VIDEODVD VIDEODVD-R*/-RW*/+R/+
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)70GBOther OperationsUsing the timerFalling asleep to music Sleep TimerYou can set the system to turn
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)71GBOther OperationsOther operationsTo Do thisCheck the setting1 Press TIMER MENU . “TIMER SEL?” as
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)72GBViewing information about the disc Viewing information about the disc in the front panel displayPre
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)73GBOther OperationsContinued Checking the total playing time and titlesPress TIME/TEXT repeatedly w
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)74GBViewing information about the disc in the on-screen displayPress TIME/TEXT .Each time you press TI
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)75GBOther OperationsNotes Only alphabet letters, numbers and some symbols can be displayed. Depending
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)76GBHooking up optional componentsTo enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)77GBOther OperationsEnjoying the multi channel sound with the optional amplier1 Connect the digital op
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)78GBAdditional InformationTroubleshootingShould you encounter a problem with your system, do the follow
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)79GBAdditional InformationThere is no microphone sound. Press VOLUME + repeatedly (or turn VOLUME on t
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)8GBType CharacteristicsIcon used in this manualLogoDATA DVDDVD-ROM/-R/-RW/+R/+RWin DATA DVD format co
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)80GBSpeakersSound comes from one channel or unbalanced left and right volume. Place the speakers as sy
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)81GBAdditional InformationContinued The sound skips. Wipe the disc clean (page 88). Reinsert the dis
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)82GB e album contains more than 600 tracks/les. For MP3/JPEG les, the album contains more than 300
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)83GBAdditional InformationContinued PictureThere is no picture. Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly to se
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)84GBThe angles cannot be changed. Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD VIDEO being played back.
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)85GBAdditional InformationContinued The tape does not record. No tape is loaded. Load a tape. e tab
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)86GBTo return the DVD setup to the default settings*, perform reset as follows:1 Press DISPLAY when
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)87GBAdditional InformationWhen displaying the version number on the TV screenWhen you turn on the syste
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)88GBNOT IN USEYou have pressed a button whose operation is not allowed or invalid at that time.OFF TIME
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)89GBAdditional Information Should any solid object or liquid get into the system, unplug the system, a
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)9GBDiscs that cannot be played CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format DATA CDs recorded in MP3 PRO forma
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)90GBTo prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over Break o the cassette’s overwrite protectio
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)91GBAdditional InformationDisc player section SystemCompact disc and digital audio and video systemLase
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)92GBSubwoofer (MHC-GNZ444D only)SA-WG99VSpeaker systemBass-reex typeSpeaker unitsWoofer: 20 cm, cone t
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)93GBAdditional InformationContinued Guide to the Control Menu displayUse the Control Menu to select a
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)94GBList of Control Menu itemsItem Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, FunctionTITLE/SCENE/TRACKSelects the
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)95GBAdditional InformationItem Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, FunctionPARENTAL CONTROLSets to prohibit
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)96GBItem Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, FunctionKEY CONTROL*Changes the key to suit your vocal range.SC
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)97GBAdditional InformationLanguage code liste language spellings conform to the ISO 639:1988 (E/F) sta
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)98GBParental Control area code listCode Area Code Area Code Area Code Area2044 Argentina 2165 Finland 2
MHC-GNZ444D/GNZ333D/GNZ333DL.GB.3-106-465-15(1)99GBAdditional InformationGlossaryAlbumSection of a music or picture piece on a DATA CD or DATA DVD con
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