Sony Mini Hi Fi Mhc-gzr77d

WARNING
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.
The unit is not disconnected from the
mains as long as it is connected to the
AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been
turned off.
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.
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Note on power cord plug shapes
(Saudi Arabian model only)
For AC 220 V wall outlets
1 Make the appropriate voltage setting

on the system (only for models with a
voltage selector).
2 Make sure that the 13 A 3-pin plug
(Type BF) is securely attached to the
power cord. (The 13 A 3-pin plug is
attached when shipped from the
factory.)
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 Icons, such as , listed at the top
About this manual of each explanation indicate what kind
of media can be used with the function
being explained.
 The instructions in this manual are
for models MHC-GZR99D, MHC-  The Control Menu items may be
GZR88D and MHC-GZR77D. Each different depending on the disc.
model consists of the following  The Control Menu items may vary
components. depending on the area.
 The Setup Menu items may be different
MHC-GZR99D depending on the area.
Main unit:  The order of the displayed items may
HCD-GZR99D be different from the actual display.
Speaker system:
SS-GZR99D (Front speakers)
SS-RSX99D (Satellite speakers)
SS-WGV99D (Subwoofer)
MHC-GZR88D
Main unit:
HCD-GZR88D
Speaker system:
SS-RSX99D (Satellite speakers)
MHC-GZR77D
Main unit:
HCD-GZR77D
Speaker system:
In this manual, the MHC-GZR99D is
used for illustration purposes unless
stated otherwise.
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Table of Contents
About this manual................................ 4
Tuner
Playable discs......................................... 7
Guide to parts and controls............10 Listening to the radio........................67
Getting Started Tape

Hooking up the system Playing a tape (except for Latin
securely...................................................24 American models)...............................70
Hooking up the TV.............................30 Recording onto a tape (except
Setting the LCD (MHC‑GZR99D/ for Latin American models).............71
GZR88D only).......................................34
Positioning the speakers..................35 USB Device
Setting the clock.................................36
Before using the USB device
Performing “QUICK” setup...............36
with this system...................................74
Using the “THEATRE SYNC”
Transferring music from a disc
function..................................................38
to a USB device....................................75
Recording analog audio to a
Disc USB device.............................................80
Playing a file of the USB device......82
Playing a disc........................................39
Using play mode.................................47
Restricting playback of the disc Sound Adjustment
(PARENTAL CONTROL).......................59
Adjusting the sound..........................89
Using the Setup Menu......................61
Singing along: Karaoke.....................92
Continued 
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Other Operations
Using the timers..................................98
Changing the display..................... 100
Hooking up optional
components....................................... 106
Additional Information
Troubleshooting............................... 109
Precautions......................................... 126
Specifications.................................... 129
Compatible devices with
this system.......................................... 134
Guide to the Control Menu
display.................................................. 136
Playback priority of file types...... 140
Language code list.......................... 141
Glossary............................................... 143
Index..................................................... 147
License and Trademark
Notice................................................... 149
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Playable discs
Type Disc logo Characteristics Icon
DVD VIDEO  DVD VIDEO
 DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD
VIDEO format or video mode
 DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD
VIDEO format
VR (Video  DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video

Recording) Recording) mode (except for
mode DVD-R DL)
VIDEO CD  VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0

discs)
 Super VCD
 CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in
video CD format or Super VCD
format
CD  Audio CD
 CD-R/CD-RW in audio CD
format
Continued 
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Type Disc logo Characteristics Icon
DATA CD  CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in
DATA CD format, containing
MP3 files, JPEG image files,
DivX video files and MPEG4
video files, and conforming to
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or
Joliet (extended format)
DATA DVD  DVD-ROM/DVD-R/DVD-RW/

DVD+R/DVD+RW in DATA
DVD format, containing MP3
files, JPEG image files, DivX
video files and MPEG4 video
files, and conforming to UDF
(Universal Disk Format)
 MP3 files: MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which
compresses audio data. MP3 files must be in MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 format.
 JPEG image files: JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format (DCF “Design rule
for Camera File System”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by “Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Association” (JEITA)).
 DivX video files: DivX video files must be recorded in DivX format with the extension “.avi” or
“.divx”.
 MPEG4 video files: MPEG4 video files must be recorded in MP4 file format with the extension
“.mp4” or “.m4v.”
 ISO 9660: A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International
Organization for Standardization).
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Discs that cannot be played
 CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD
format
 DATA CDs recorded in MP3 PRO
format
 Data part of CD-Extras1)
 Data part of Mixed CDs2)
 Super Audio CDs
 DVD Audio discs
 DVD-RAMs
 CPRM compatible DVD-R/RW
recorded in Copy-once programs3)
 Discs of non-standard shape (for
example, heart, square, star)
 Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or
sticker attached to them
 Rental or used discs with attached seals
where the glue extends beyond the seal
 Discs that have labels printed using ink
that feels tacky when touched
1)
CD-Extra: This format records audio
(AUDIO CD data) on the tracks in session 1
and data on the tracks in session 2.
2)
Mixed CD: This format records data on the
first track and audio (AUDIO CD data)
on the second and subsequent tracks of a
session.
3)
CPRM: “Content Protection for Recordable
Media” is a coding technology that protects
copyright for Copy-Once programs.
See “Region code of DVD VIDEOs you

can play back on this system” and “Notes
on discs” (page 126) regarding the region
code and notes on discs.
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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.
Main unit
MHC-GZR99D/MHC-GZR88D
10GB
11GB
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Continued
MHC-GZR77D
 
 (on/standby) button DVD TOP MENU button (page 40)
(page 76, 80, 85, 99) (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only)
Press to turn on or off the system. Press to display the DVD title on the TV
screen.
STANDBY indicator (page 109)
Lights up when the system is turned off. DVD/TUNER MENU button
(page 43, 52, 56, 68, 82)
 (MHC‑GZR99D/GZR88D only)
 PUSH button (page 70) (except Press to turn on or off the menu items on
for Latin American models) the TV screen.
Press to preset the radio station.
Press to insert or eject a tape.


Display ENTER button
Press to enter the settings.
 
LCD DISPLAY ON/OFF button DISPLAY button (page 32, 37,
(MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only) 45, 46, 47, 49, 50, 52, 55, 56, 57,
Press to turn on or off the front panel 58, 59, 61, 76, 82, 85, 86, 87, 94,
display.
96, 105) (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D
 only)
Press to turn on or off the Control Menu
PUSH  button (except for Latin on the TV screen.
American models) The Control Menu is displayed only
Press to insert or eject a tape. when the “DVD” function or “USB”
function is selected.

/// buttons (page 40,
53, 77, 78, 83) (MHC‑GZR99D/
GZR88D only)
Press to select the menu items.
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 * (play) button (page 30,
CLEAR button (page 36, 46, 47, 39, 40, 44, 45, 48, 50, 51, 52, 53,

48, 50, 51, 54, 66, 78, 84, 86, 87) 56, 61, 70, 72, 83, 87) (except for
(MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only) Latin American models)
Press to delete a pre-programmed track Press to start playback.
or file.
Press to erase files or folders from the * (pause) button (page 40, 71)
connected optional USB device. Press to pause playback.
  (stop) button (page 40, 42, 52,
RETURN button (MHC-GZR99D/ 53, 56, 67, 71, 72, 73, 76, 78, 80,
GZR88D only) 83, 84, 85, 108)
Press to return to the previous menu on Press to stop playback.
the TV screen.
/ (rewind/fast forward)
 button (page 40, 71)
 DIR CHANGE * button Press to find a point in a track, file,
(page 71, 73) (except for Latin chapter or video file.
American models)
Press to change sides for playing and / button (page 40)
recording a tape in deck B. Press to watch the slow‑motion play.
Lights up and indicates the tape playback
direction (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D TUNING +/ button (page 67)
only). Press to tune in the desired station.

* (play) button (page 30, 39,
40, 48, 51, 52, 53, 56, 61, 71, 83)
(Latin American models only)
Press to start playback.
Continued 
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 
REC TO USB button (page 76, 80, Disc tray
81)
Press to transfer music from a disc or 
record the sound from an analog audio MIC 2 jack (page 92)
source to the connected USB device. Connect a microphone.
Press to mark track numbers during
recording.
MIC 2 LEVEL (page 92)
REC TO TAPE button (page 73) Turn to adjust the microphone volume.
(except for Latin American
ECHO LEVEL (page 92)
models) Turn to adjust the echo level.
Press to record on a tape.


(USB) port (page 75, 78, 80, 82)
OPEN/CLOSE  button Connect an optional USB device.
Press to load or eject a disc.
(USB) indicator

Lights up in blue when the system is
OPERATION DIAL (page 40, 68, turned on.
70, 72) Lights up in red when transferring or
Turn to select a track, chapter or video recording to the connected optional USB
file. device or when erasing audio files or
Turn to select the preset station. folders.
 
DISC 1  DISC 3* buttons MIC 1 jack (page 92)
(page 41, 72, 76) Connect a microphone.
Press to select a disc.
Press to switch to the “DVD” function MIC 1 LEVEL (page 92)
from other function. Turn to adjust the microphone volume.
Lights up when a disc is in the disc tray,
and flashes when the disc tray is selected 
(MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only). PHONES jack
Connect the headphones.
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 
OPTIONS button (page 34, 70, 72, DVD* button (page 30, 31, 32, 36,

89, 101) 39, 76, 92)
Press to enter the option menus. Press to select the “DVD” function.
 USB* button (page 72, 78, 82, 92)

DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE button Press to select the “USB” function.
(page 39)
Press to select a disc. TAPE A/B* button (page 70,
Press to exchange a disc while playing. 71) (except for Latin American
models)
 Press to select the “TAPE” function.
GROOVE button (page 89) Press to select “TAPE A” or “TAPE B.”
Press to reinforce the bass.
TUNER/BAND* button (page 67)
PRESET EQ button (page 89) Press to select the “TUNER” function.
Press to select the sound effect. Press to switch among FM and AM band.
EQ BAND/MEMORY button VIDEO/SAT* button (page 108)

(page 89) Press to select the “VIDEO” or “SAT”
function.
Press to select the frequency band when
adjusting the equalizer.
SOUND FIELD button (page 90)

Press to select the sound field for the
surround sound.
Continued 
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 Remote
Remote sensor (page 110)

DISPLAY button (page 31, 36,
100, 101)
Press to display the disc information or
clock in the front panel display.

MASTER VOLUME
Turn to adjust the volume.

SUBWOOFER* button (page 89)
(MHC-GZR99D only)
Press to turn on or off the subwoofer.
SUBWOOFER indicator (page 89)

(MHC-GZR99D only)
Lights up when the subwoofer is turned
on.
* Lights up when selected. (MHC-GZR99D/

GZR88D only)

 (on/standby) button
(page 76, 80, 85, 99)
Press to turn on or off the system.
TV 1) (on/standby) button

(page 33)
Press to turn on or off the TV.
16GB
 
DISC SKIP button (page 41, 76) SUBTITLE button (page 41)

Press to select a disc. Press to switch the language of the
subtitle (DVD VIDEO only).

FUNCTION +/ button (page 31, D. TUNING button (page 67)
32, 36, 39, 67, 70, 76, 78, 80, 82, Press to switch to the direct tuning mode.
92, 108)

Press to select the function.
MEMORY SELECT button
 (page 88)
Press to select the playback source
PICTURE NAVI button (page 53, or transferring destination on a Sony
83) Ericsson mobile phone.
Press to display the thumbnail pictures.
ANGLE button (page 41)
 Press to change the angle (DVD VIDEO
REPEAT/FM MODE button with multi-angles only).
(page 51, 69, 87)
Press to listen to a disc, a USB device, a 
single track or file repeatedly. +/ button (page 40)
Press to select FM reception mode Press to select a folder.
(monaural or stereo).


DVD/TUNER MENU button
AUDIO button (page 43, 92, 105, (page 43, 52, 56, 68, 82)
107) Press to turn on or off the menu items on
Press to select the desired audio signal on the TV screen.
the TV screen. Press to preset the radio station.

SOUND FIELD button (page 90)
Press to select the sound field for the
surround sound.
Continued 
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 
VOLUME +/2) button 2) (play) button (page 39, 40,
Press to adjust the volume. 44, 45, 48, 50, 51, 52, 53, 56, 61,
70, 83, 87)
TV VOL +/1)2) button Press to start playback.
Press to adjust the TV volume.
/ (rewind/fast forward)
 button (page 40, 71)
DISPLAY button (page 32, 37, Press to find a point in a track, file,
45, 46, 47, 49, 50, 52, 55, 56, 57, chapter or video file.
58, 59, 61, 76, 82, 85, 86, 87, 94,
96, 105) SLOW/SLOW button
Press to turn on or off the Control Menu (page 40)
on the TV screen. Press to watch the slow‑motion play.
The Control Menu is displayed only
when the “DVD” function or “USB”  (pause) button (page 40, 71)
function is selected. Press to pause playback.
  (stop) button (page 40, 42, 52,

PRESET + button (page 68) 53, 56, 67, 71, 72, 73, 76, 78, 80,
Press to select the preset station. 83, 84, 85)
Press to stop playback.
 (go forward) button
(page 38, 40, 45, 54, 70, 84) TUNING +/ button (page 67)
Press to select a track, chapter or video Press to tune in the desired station.
file.

TV CH +1) button (page 33) TV1) button (page 33)
Press to change the TV channels.
Press to operate the TV functions.
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 
PRESET  button (page 68)  RETURN button (page 54, 78,

Press to select the preset station. 84)
Press to return to the previous menu on
 (go backward) button the TV screen.
(page 37, 40, 45, 70)
Press to select a track, chapter or video 
file. ENTER button (page 70, 72, 73,
76, 77, 78, 80, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86,
TV CH  button (page 33)
1)
87, 90, 94, 95, 96, 98, 99, 100)
Press to change the TV channels. Press to enter the settings.
 
 STEP  button (page 40) /// buttons (page 40, 53,
Press to play one frame at a time when 77, 78, 83)
playback is paused. Press to select the menu items.
ADVANCE button (page 41) 

Press to advance the current scene during DVD TOP MENU button (page 40)
playback. Press to display the DVD title on the TV
screen.
REPLAY button (page 41)
Press to replay the previous scene during 
playback. CLEAR button (page 36, 38, 46,
47, 48, 50, 51, 54, 66, 78, 84, 86,
87)
Press to delete a pre-programmed track
or file.
Press to erase audio files or folders from
the connected optional USB device.
-/--1) button (page 33)

Press to enter a single digit or double
digit number.
Continued 
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 
Numeric buttons2) (page 33, 40, TIME/TEXT button (page 101,
44, 45, 46, 47, 59, 60, 61, 67, 68) 102, 103)
Press to select a track, chapter or video Press to change the information
file. appearing in the front panel display or on
Press to enter a password. the TV screen.
10/01) button 
Press to enter a double digit number. TV INPUT1) button
Press to switch the input sources.

KEY CONTROL  button SLEEP button (page 38, 98)
(page 93) Press to set the Sleep Timer.
Press to change the key to suit your vocal
range. 
TIMER MENU button (page 36, 98,
SCORE button (page 96) 99, 100)
Press to start or stop calculating your
Press to set the clock and the timers.
vocal score.

KARAOKE MODE button
(page 92) THEATRE SYNC button (page 38)
Press to select the Karaoke mode. Press to activate the “THEATRE SYNC”
function.
KARAOKE PON button (page 94) 1)
This button is used to operate a Sony TV. For
Press to activate the “Karaoke Pon” details, see “Operating a Sony TV” (page 33).
function. 2)
The numeric button 5, TV VOL +,
VOLUME + and  buttons on the remote
 have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
reference when operating the system.
DISPLAY button (page 31, 36,
100, 101)
Press to display the disc information or
clock in the front panel display.
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Indicators
MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D

 
TIMER indicator (page 98) USB MEMORY indicator (page 75)
Lights up when the Play Timer or Rec Lights up when the USB device is
Timer is set, and flashes when the Sleep recognized.
Timer is set.

Dolby D (Dolby Digital) indicator
(page 143)
DTS indicator (page 143)
Indicates the current surround format.
Continued 
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Display
MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D
The front panel display for MHC-GZR99D and MHC-GZR88D are liquid crystal
displays (LCD). You can confirm contents and the Control Menu displayed on the TV
screen in the LCD.
To set the LCD, see “Setting the LCD (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only)” (page 34).
 Displays the text information.  You can confirm contents and the
Control Menu displayed on the TV
screen.
PICTURE MODE and WIDE MODE
menus are displayed when setting the
LCD.
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MHC-GZR77D

 Lights up when the track or file  Lights up during transfer or
information is displayed. recording. (page 80)
 Lights up when the Karaoke mode is  Indicates the tape playback direction.
turned on. (page 92) (page 70)
 Lights up when disc number is  Lights up when the USB device is
displayed. recognized. (page 74)
 Lights up when the MP3 file being  Indicates the selected play mode.
played back has the ID3 tag. (page 47)
 Lights up when the title or chapter  Indicates the disc presence. (page 39)
number is displayed.  Lights up when “GROOVE” or “Z-
 Lights up in “TUNER” function. GROOVE” is turned on. (page 89)
(page 67)  Indicates the current surround
 Lights up when the output video format.
signal is NTSC. (page 31, 64)  Indicates the playback status of the
 Lights up when playing VIDEO CD disc or USB device.
with PBC function. (page 44)  Indicates the file format.
 Displays the text information.  Lights up when the “USB” function is
 Lights up in “TUNER” function. selected. (page 74)
(page 67)  Indicates the type of disc being played
 Lights up when the timer is set. back.
(page 98)
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system securely
MHC-GZR99D
 To satellite speaker (Right)  To front speaker (Left)

 To subwoofer  To satellite speaker (Left)
 AM loop antenna  To wall outlet
 FM lead antenna (Extend it horizontally.)
 To front speaker (Right)
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Getting Started
MHC-GZR88D
 To satellite speaker (Right)  To front speaker (Left)

 To front speaker (Right)  To satellite speaker (Left)
 AM loop antenna  To wall outlet
 FM lead antenna (Extend it horizontally.)
Continued 
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MHC-GZR77D
 To front speaker (Right)  To front speaker (Left)

 AM loop antenna  To wall outlet
 FM lead antenna (Extend it horizontally.)
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Satellite speakers
 FM/AM antennas (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only)
Find a location and an orientation that
provide good reception, and then set up Insert only the stripped
the antenna. portion of the speaker cords
Keep the antennas away from the speaker
Getting Started
cords, the power cord and the USB cable
to avoid picking up noise.
Green
 Speakers
Gray/Solid ()
Insert only the stripped portion of the
speaker cords.
The speaker cords are color-coded with Gray/Striped ()
their respective speaker terminals.
The type of speakers supplied varies
according to the model you purchased Terminals on the satellite speakers
(see “About this manual” (page 4)). (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only)
Connect the speaker cords to the
Front speakers terminals on the satellite speakers as
Insert only the stripped shown below.
portion of the speaker cords Insert only the stripped
portion of the speaker cords
Black () Gray ()

Red ()
Black ()
Gray/ Gray/
Striped () Solid ()
Continued 
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Subwoofer
(MHC-GZR99D only)
 Voltage selector
For models with a voltage selector, set
Insert only the stripped VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
portion of the speaker cords power line voltage.
 Power
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
The demonstration appears in the display.
Black () When you press /, the system turns
Blue () on and the demonstration automatically
ends.
Black () If the supplied adaptor on the plug does
not fit your wall outlet, detach it from the
plug (only for models equipped with an
Notes adaptor).
 Be sure to connect the speakers securely and
correctly.
 Be sure to match the satellite speaker cord to
the appropriate terminal on the components:
 to  and  to . If the cords are
reversed, the sound will be distorted and will
lack bass.
 Do not place the satellite speakers on top of a
TV. This may cause distortion of the colors in
the TV screen.
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Attaching the speaker foot Inserting batteries
Attach the supplied speaker foot at each Slide and remove the battery
corner on the bottom of the speakers to compartment lid, and insert the two
supplied R6 (size AA) batteries,  side
Getting Started
prevent them from slipping.
first, matching the polarities shown
Front speakers (Left (4)/Right (4))/ below.
Subwoofer (4)1)
Note
Satellite speakers (Left (4)/Right (4))2) If you do not use the remote for a long period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
Tip
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.
MHC-GZR99D only
1)
MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only
2)
Continued 
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When carrying this system
Hooking up the TV
Perform the following procedure to Connect the video input jack of your
protect the DVD mechanism. TV to the VIDEO OUT jack with the
Use buttons on the unit for the operation. supplied video cord.
1 Press / to turn on the system,
then press DVD.
2 Make sure that no disc is loaded

in the system and check that
“NO DISC” appears.
3 Hold down either  (for Latin

American models) or  (for
other models), and then press
/ until “STANDBY” appears
in the display. Then, “LOCK”
appears in the display.
4 Unplug the power cord.
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When connecting a video deck Changing the color system
Connect the video deck to the TV using (Except for Latin American models)
a video cord (not supplied). However, do Set the color system to PAL or NTSC
not connect this unit to the TV through depending on the color system of your
the video deck. Otherwise, you may TV.
Getting Started
experience video leakage when watching The default setting for color system is
video images from this system. Connect different depending on the area.
this unit directly to the TV as shown Each time you perform the procedure
below. below, the color system changes as
follows:
TV NTSC  PAL
1 Press / to turn on the system.
2 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly to
Video deck Unit
select “DVD” (or press DVD on the
Do not connect unit).
directly
3 Press / to turn off the system.
Tip 4 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until “Sony
For higher quality video images, use the DEMO” appears in the display.
optional component video cords to connect
the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks on 5 Press / on the unit while holding
your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT down  on the unit.
jacks of this unit. If your TV is compatible with
The system turns on automatically and
progressive format signals, use this connection
and set “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT the color system is changed.
OUT)” to “ON” (page 32). “COLOR NTSC” or “COLOR PAL”
Note
You cannot change the color system for any
optional component connected to the VIDEO/
SAT VIDEO IN jack.
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Changing the format of the 5 Press  or  repeatedly to
video signal output from select “VIDEO SETUP,” then press
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks ENTER.
The options for “VIDEO SETUP”
appear.
Progressive is a method for displaying
TV images that reduces flickering and
sharpens the image. To use this method,
6 Press  or  repeatedly to select
you need to connect to a TV that can “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT
accept progressive signals. OUT),” then press ENTER.
You can output video signals from The options for “PROGRESSIVE
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks in (COMPONENT OUT)” appear.
Interlace or Progressive format.
1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly the desired setting, then press
to select “DVD” (or press DVD on ENTER.
the unit). The default setting is underlined.
 OFF: Outputs interlace signals.
2 Press DISPLAY when playback Select this setting when:
is stopped.  your TV does not accept
The Control Menu appears on the TV progressive signals.
screen.  your TV is connected to jacks
other than the COMPONENT
3 Press  or  repeatedly to VIDEO OUT jacks.
select (SETUP), then press  ON: Outputs progressive signals.
ENTER. Select this setting when:
The options for “SETUP” appear.  your TV accepts progressive
signals.
4 Press  or  repeatedly to select  your TV is connected to the
“CUSTOM,” then press ENTER. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
The Setup Menu appears. jacks.
When you select “ON,” the
confirmation display appears. Follow
the steps below.
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8 Press  or  repeatedly to select When using a TV
“START,” then press ENTER.
The system outputs the progressive Turn on the TV and select the video
signal for 5 seconds. Check that the input so that you can view the pictures
screen is displayed correctly.
Getting Started
from this system.
9 Press  or  repeatedly to select Operating a Sony TV

“YES.” You can use the following buttons to
The system outputs the progressive operate a Sony TV. These buttons have
signal. When you select “NO,” been marked in yellow.
the system does not output the
progressive signal. To Press
Turn the TV on TV / while
Note
There would be no image on your TV or the
or off holding down TV.
image is not clear if your setting does not Switch the TV’s TV INPUT while
match your TV or connection. input source holding down TV.
between the TV
and other input
sources
Select the TV TV CH +/ or
channels numeric buttons*
while holding down
TV.
Adjust the TV VOL +/ while
volume of the TV holding down TV.
speaker(s)
* For double digit number, hold down TV

and press -/-- , then press the number. (For
example, hold down TV, press -/-- , then 2
and 5 for entering 25.)
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Setting the LCD
Setting the LCD The default setting is underlined.
(MHC‑GZR99D/GZR88D PICTURE MODE

Allows you to select options best suited
only) for videos and pictures, respectively.
STANDARD: For standard pictures.
You can make adjustments to pictures Recommended for home entertainment.
displayed in the LCD. VIVID: Enhances picture contrast and
Use buttons on the unit and confirm sharpness.
operations in the LCD, for the following CINEMA: For viewing film-based
settings. content.
PHOTO: For viewing photographs.
Note
Playback settings stored in the disc take WIDE MODE
priority over the LCD settings. Therefore, some FULL: Select this when you view pictures
of the LCD settings may not be performed. in a 16:9-format. This setting displays
1 Press OPTIONS on the unit pictures in full screen mode.
NORMAL: Select this when you view
repeatedly until “PICTURE pictures in a 4:3-format. This setting
MODE” or “WIDE MODE” appears displays a normal picture with bands on
in the LCD. the left and right portions of the screen.

the desired setting, then press
ENTER.
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3 Hang the speakers on the screws.
Positioning the Hole on the back of
speakers the speaker
5.3 mm
To install the satellite speakers on the
Getting Started
wall (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only)
9 mm
1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that
are suitable for the hole on the back
of each speaker. See the illustrations
below.
4 mm
5.3 mm
9 mm
more than 25 mm
Hole on the back of
the speaker
Notes
 Use screws that are suitable for the wall
material and strength. As a plaster board wall
2 Fasten the screws to the wall. is especially fragile, attach the screws securely
The screws should protrude 5.5 to to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install
7 mm. the satellite speakers on a vertical and flat
wall where reinforcement is applied.
 Contact a screw shop or installer regarding
the wall material or screws to be used.
 Sony is not responsible for accident or
damage caused by improper installation,
insufficient wall strength or improper screw
installation, natural calamity, etc.
5.5 to 7 mm
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Setting the clock Performing “QUICK”
Use buttons on the remote to set the setup
clock.
Before using the system, you can make
1 Press / to turn on the system. the minimum basic adjustments in
“QUICK” setup. If you do not want to
2 Press TIMER MENU. perform “QUICK” setup, press CLEAR in
step 3. The guide message will disappear
The hour indication flashes in the from the TV screen.
display.
If “PLAY SET?” flashes in the display,
press  or  repeatedly to select
1 Turn on your TV and select the
“CLOCK SET?,” then press ENTER. video input.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to set 2 Press / to turn on the system.

the hour, and then press ENTER. Notes
4 Use the same procedure to set  Make sure there is no disc in the unit.
Otherwise, the guide message does not
the minutes. appear.
 Make sure that headphones or
Note microphones are not connected.
The clock settings are canceled when you Otherwise, you cannot perform
disconnect the power cord or if a power failure “SPEAKER SETUP.”
occurs.
3 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly
To display the clock when the system to select “DVD” (or press DVD on
is off the unit).
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the clock The guide message appears at the
is displayed. bottom of the TV screen.
The clock is displayed for about
8 seconds.
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4 Press ENTER without loading a 7 Press ENTER.
disc. The setting is selected and “QUICK
“LANGUAGE SETUP” appears on SETUP is complete.” appears on the
the TV screen. TV screen.
The system is ready for playback.
Getting Started
If you want to change each setting
individually, see “Using the Setup
Menu” (page 61).
If you make a mistake

Press , then select the item again.
To quit “QUICK” setup

5 Press  or  repeatedly to select Press DISPLAY.
a language, then press ENTER.
The setting is selected and “VIDEO To recall “QUICK” setup settings
SETUP” appears on the TV screen.
1 Press DISPLAY when playback is
Tips stopped.
 The selected language is for “OSD,” The Control Menu appears on the TV
“MENU” and “SUBTITLE .” screen.
 The selectable language is different
depending on the area. 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
(SETUP), then press ENTER.
6 Press  or  repeatedly to select 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select
the setting that matches your TV “QUICK,” then press ENTER.
type.
Note
If you have a 4:3 standard TV: The guide message appears at the bottom of
Select “4:3 LETTER BOX” or “4:3 the TV screen when you turn on the system
PAN SCAN” (page 63) for the first time or after performing “RESET”
(page 122).
If you have a wide-screen TV or a
4:3 standard TV with wide-screen
mode:
Select “16:9” (page 63)
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Operating the “THEATRE SYNC”
Using the “THEATRE function
SYNC” function
Keep the remote pointed in the
THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on
your Sony TV and this system, changes direction of the TV until the TV is
the system’s function to “DVD” and then turned on and the input source
switches the TV’s input source you have is changed correctly, then press
set with just one button. THEATRE SYNC.
If this function does not work, change the
transmission time. The transmission time
varies depending on the TV.
Preparing to use the “THEATRE
SYNC” function To change the transmission time
Press the following buttons while holding
Register the TV’s input source connected down .
to this system.
Press Transmission time
To select the TV’s input (seconds)
Press the following buttons while holding 1 0.5 (Default)
down SLEEP. 2 1
Press TV’s input source 3 1.5
0 No input source 4 2
(Default) 5 2.5
1 to 8 VIDEO 1 to VIDEO 8 6 3
9 COMPONENT 1 7 3.5
CLEAR COMPONENT 2 8 4
 COMPONENT 3
Note
+ COMPONENT 4 This function is only for Sony TV series,
however, some TV products may also not work.
The selected TV’s input source is
memorized into the remote.
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3 Load a disc with the label side
Disc facing up on the disc tray.
To load additional discs, press DISC
Playing a disc SKIP/EX-CHANGE on the unit to
rotate the disc tray.
Disc
Depending on the DVD VIDEO or
VIDEO CD, some operations may
be different or restricted. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
disc.
Note on the maximum number of

tracks, files and folders on a DATA
CD/DVD
This system cannot play a DATA CD/
DVD in the following cases.
When you play back an 8 cm disc such as a CD
 When the number of tracks or files on single, place it on the inner circle of the tray.
a folder exceeds 150.
 When the number of folders on a disc
exceeds 200.
These numbers may vary depending on
4 Press OPEN/CLOSE  on the
unit to close the disc tray.
the track structure, the file structure and
the folder structure. Do not forcibly push the disc
tray to close it as this may cause a
1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly malfunction.
If the playback does not start
to select “DVD” (or press DVD on automatically, press  (or either
the unit).  or  on the unit).
2 Press OPEN/CLOSE  on the 5 Press VOLUME +/ (or turn

unit. MASTER VOLUME on the unit) to
adjust the volume.
Note
Depending on the system status, the volume
level may not appear on the TV screen.
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Other operations To Do this
To Do this Select a folder5) Press +/
repeatedly during
Stop playback Press . To resume
playback or when
playback where you
playback is paused.
stopped the disc, press
 (or either  Locate a point Press  or 
or  on the unit). quickly in fast during playback.
To play back from the forward or fast Each time you press
beginning of the disc, reverse (Lock  or , the
press  twice, then Search)6) playback speed changes
press  (or either cyclically7).
 or  on the To return to normal
unit). playback, press  (or
either  or  on
Pause playback Press 1). Press 
the unit).
again or press  (or
either  or  Watch frame by Press SLOW or
on the unit) to resume frame (Slow- SLOW (or either
playback. motion Play)8) or on the unit)
when playback is
Select a track, Press  or 
paused9).
audio file, repeatedly (or turn
Each time you press
chapter or OPERATION DIAL
SLOW or SLOW ,
video file2) on the unit clockwise
the playback speed
or counterclockwise)
changes.
during playback.
To return to normal
Or, press the numeric
playback, press  (or
buttons when the
Control Menu is
the unit).
turned off, then press
ENTER3). Play one Press  STEP or
frame at a STEP  to reverse
Select a title 4)
Press DVD TOP
time (Freeze or advance frame by
MENU, then press
Frame)8) frame9).
/// or numeric
Each time you press
buttons.
 STEP or STEP ,
the frame changes.
To return to normal
playback, press  (or
the unit).
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1)
There may be some disturbance in the video
To Do this
image.
Replay the Press REPLAY 2)
Except for JPEG image files. You cannot
previous scene during playback. select an audio track or file during Lock
(Instant Search operation of MP3 files.
Replay)10) 3)
DVD VIDEO, DVD-R/-RW in VR mode,
Briefly fast Press ADVANCE VIDEO CD, AUDIO CD and video files only.
forward the during playback.
4)
DVD VIDEO only.
current scene
5)
MP3 files, JPEG image files, DivX video files
Disc
(Instant and MPEG4 video files only.
Advance)10)
6)
Except for JPEG image files.
7)
Depending on the disc, the actual speed may
Change the Press ANGLE differ.
angle11) repeatedly during 8)
DVD VIDEO, DVD-R/-RW in VR mode,
playback. Each time video files and VIDEO CD only.
you press ANGLE, the 9)
Except for VIDEO CD and video files.
angle changes. 10)
DVD VIDEO and DVD-R/-RW in VR mode
Display the Press SUBTITLE only.
subtitle repeatedly during 11)
Multi-angle DVD VIDEO only.
playback. Each time 12)
For DVD VIDEO, DVD-R/-RW in VR
you press SUBTITLE, mode or DivX video files with multilingual
the subtitle language subtitles.
changes12) or turns 13)
For DVD VIDEO, DVD-R/-RW in VR mode
off13). or DivX video files with a subtitle.
Select a disc Press DISC SKIP on
the remote (or one of
DISC 1  DISC 3 on
the unit).
Switch to DVD Press one of DISC 1
function from  DISC 3 on the unit
another source (Automatic Source
Selection).
Exchange other Press DISC SKIP/EX-
discs while CHANGE on the unit.
playing
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Notes On Multi-disc Resume
 You cannot perform resume playback during (DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only)
Shuffle Play or Program Play.
This system can store the point where
 Resume playback may not work properly you stopped the playback of the disc
with some discs.
for up to 10 discs and resumes playback
 Resume playback is canceled when
when you insert the same disc again. If
 you press  when playback is stopped.
you store a playback resume point for the
 you open the disc tray. 11th disc, the playback resume point for
 you change the function. the first disc will be deleted.
 you change the settings in the Setup The default setting is “ON.” To turn
Menu. off this function, set “MULTI-DISC
 you changed the “PARENTAL RESUME” in “SYSTEM SETUP” to
CONTROL” level.
“OFF” (page 66).
 You cannot search for a still picture on a
DVD-R/-RW in VR mode. Notes
 You may not be able to use the Instant Replay  If “MULTI-DISC RESUME” in “SYSTEM
or Instant Advance function in Repeat Play SETUP” is set to “ON” and you play back a
mode or with some scenes. recorded disc such as DVD-R, the system
 Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may may play back other recorded discs from
not be able to change the angle, even if multi- the same playback resume point. To start
angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO. playback from the beginning of the disc,
 Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may press  twice and then press  (or either
not be able to change the subtitles even if  or  on the unit).
multilingual subtitles are recorded on the  The playback resume point is deleted when
DVD VIDEO. You also may not be able to the power cord is disconnected.
turn the subtitles off.
 You can change the subtitles if the DivX
video file has an “.avi” or “.divx” extension
and contains subtitle information within the
same file.
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 1: MAIN+SUB: the main and sub
Changing the language/sound sound of the audio track 1.
 2: MAIN*: the main sound of the audio
Press AUDIO repeatedly during track 2.
playback to select the desired  2: SUB*: the sub sound of the audio
audio format or mode. track 2.
The default setting is underlined.  2: MAIN+SUB*: the main and sub
sound of the audio track 2.
Disc
When playing a DVD VIDEO: * These items do not appear if only one audio
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the stream is recorded on the disc being played
option of language and audio format back.
varies.
When playing a VIDEO CD, AUDIO CD,
When a 4-digit number is displayed, the
or MP3 file:
digits represent a language code (see
You can select the sound from the right
“Language code list” (page 141)). When
or left channel and listen to the sound
the same language is displayed two or
of the selected channel through both
more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded
the right and left speakers. For example,
in multiple audio formats. Note that the
when playing a track with the vocals on
sound changes automatically depending
the right channel and the instruments
on the disc.
on the left channel, you can hear the
Some DVD VIDEOs allow you to select
instruments from both speakers by
items such as the language for the
selecting the left channel.
subtitles and the language for the sound
using DVD/TUNER MENU.  STEREO: the standard stereo sound.
 1/L: the sound of the left channel
When playing a DivX video file: (monaural).
The options for audio format differ  2/R: the sound of the right channel
depending on the DivX video files. (monaural).
When playing a DVD-R/-RW in VR
mode:
The number of audio tracks recorded on
a disc are displayed.
Example:
 1: MAIN: the main sound of the audio
track 1.
 1: SUB: the sub sound of the audio
track 1.
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When playing a Super VCD:
 1: STEREO: the stereo sound of the Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC
audio track 1. functions (PBC Playback)
 1: 1/L: the sound of the left channel of (Version 2.0)
the audio track 1 (monaural).
 1: 2/R: the sound of the right channel
of the audio track 1 (monaural).
You can use the PBC (Playback Control)
 2: STEREO: the stereo sound of the
menus included on the VIDEO CDs
audio track 2.
(Version 2.0 only) on your TV screen to
 2: 1/L: the sound of the left channel of enjoy the disc’s interactive software. The
the audio track 2 (monaural). menu format and structure may differ
 2: 2/R: the sound of the right channel depending on each disc.
of the audio track 2 (monaural).
Note
1 Press  (or either  or
While the system is playing a Super VCD  on the unit) to start playing
on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, a VIDEO CD.
no sound will come out when you select The PBC menu appears on the TV
“2: STEREO,” “2: 1/L” or “2: 2/R.”
screen. Depending on the VIDEO
CD, the menu may not appear.
2 Press the numeric buttons to

select the desired item number.
3 Press ENTER.
Depending on the VIDEO CD,
“Press ENTER” may appear as
“Press SELECT” in the operating
instructions supplied with the disc. In
this case, press  (or either 
or  on the unit).
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4 Continue playback according to Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY
the instructions on the menus. LIST”
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the VIDEO CD, as
the operating procedure may differ
depending on the VIDEO CD. This function is only available for DVD-
Rs/-RWs in VR mode with a playlist
Note created.
Disc
PBC playback is canceled when Shuffle Play,
Program Play or Repeat Play is activated. 1 Press DISPLAY when playback
To cancel playback with PBC is stopped.
functions The Control Menu appears on the TV
screen.
1 Press  or  repeatedly or
press the numeric buttons to select a
track when playback is stopped.
(ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST),
2 Press  (or either  or  on then press ENTER.
the unit) or ENTER. The options for “ORIGINAL/PLAY
Playback starts from the selected track. LIST” appear on the TV screen.
Still images, such as the menu screens,
will not be shown. 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select
To return to PBC playback, press  the desired setting.
twice, then press  (or either 
 PLAY LIST: play back according to
or  on the unit).
the playlist created on the disc.
 ORIGINAL: play back according to
the originally recorded sequence.
4 Press ENTER.
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Searching for items on a disc by 3 Press ENTER.
the assigned numbers “** (**)” change to “– – (**).”
4 Press  or  repeatedly or the

numeric buttons to select the
title, track, folder or file, etc.
You can search by different information If you make a mistake, press CLEAR
recorded on a disc, such as title, track, to cancel the number.
scene, file, and folder. Each item is
assigned a unique number on the disc,
and you can select the numbered item
5 Press ENTER.
The system starts playback from the
you want from the Control Menu. You selected title, track, folder or file, etc.
can also search for a particular point
using the time code (Time Search) (DVD Tip
VIDEO and DVD-R/-RW in VR mode When the Control Menu display is turned off,
only). you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO and
DVD-R/-RW in VR mode) or track (AUDIO
1 Press DISPLAY. (If “MEDIA” is CD and VIDEO CD) or file (video files in
DATA CD/DVD) by pressing the numeric
set to “MUSIC/PHOTO,” press buttons and ENTER.
DISPLAY twice.)
The Control Menu appears on the TV
screen.

the search item.
Example: when you select
(CHAPTER)
“** (**)” is selected (** refers to a
number). The number in parentheses
indicates the total number of titles,
chapters, tracks, indexes, scenes,
folders or files.
Selected row
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To search for a particular point using
the time code (Time Search) Using play mode
(DVD VIDEO and DVD-R/-RW in VR
mode only)
1 Press DISPLAY.
Creating your own program
(Program Play)
(TIME).
Disc
“T **:**:**” (elapsed playing time of
the current title) is selected. You can make a program of up to 99
steps in the order you want them to be
3 Press ENTER. played back.
“T **:**:**” changes to “T--:--:--.” You can only program the tracks from
the current disc.
4 Input the time code using the
numeric buttons, then press ENTER. 1 Press DISPLAY when playback
For example, to find the scene at 2 is stopped.
hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds
after the beginning, enter “21020.”
screen.
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to
cancel the number.
Note (PROGRAM), then press
Depending on the disc, you cannot perform ENTER.
Time Search.
The options for “PROGRAM” appear
on the TV screen.

“SET ,” then press ENTER.
Track number
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4 Press . 7 Press  (or either  or
The cursor moves to the track list “T”  on the unit).
(in this case, “01”). Program Play starts.
When the Program Play ends, you
can restart the same program by
pressing  (or either  or 
on the unit).
To change a programmed step:

Press  or  repeatedly to select the
programmed step number you want
to change. Then, press  and select
5 Select the track you want to the desired track number.
program. To delete a programmed step:

For example, select track “02.” Press  or  repeatedly to select the
Press  or  repeatedly to select “02” programmed step number you want
under “T,” then press ENTER. to delete. Then, press CLEAR.
Selected track To delete all of the programmed

steps in the program list:
Press  to select “ALL CLEAR.” Then,
press ENTER.
To cancel Program Play

Press CLEAR or select “OFF” in step 3.
To play back the same program again,
select “ON” in step 3 and press ENTER.
Total time of the programmed tracks
6 To program other tracks, repeat

steps 4 to 5.
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Notes
 When Program Play is activated, the Playing in random order
“REPEAT” setting is automatically changed (Shuffle Play)
to “ON” if the current setting is “ALL DISCS,”
“ONE DISC” or “TRACK.”
 You cannot perform Program Play with
VIDEO CDs during PBC playback. You can play back the tracks on the
current disc in random order. Each time
Tip
you perform Shuffle Play, the playing
Disc
The Program Play is canceled and the program
list is cleared when order may differ.
 you open the disc tray. Shuffle Play is only available for the
 you change the disc.
tracks on the current disc.
 you turn off the system.
 you change the function.
1 Press DISPLAY.
screen.

(SHUFFLE), then press
ENTER.
The options for “SHUFFLE” appear
on the TV screen.

the desired setting.
When playing a VIDEO CD or
AUDIO CD:
 TRACK: all tracks on the current
disc is played back randomly.
When Program Play is activated:
 ON: all tracks in the program list is
played back randomly.
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When playing a DATA CD/DVD
(except for video files): Playing repeatedly (Repeat
 ON (MUSIC): all MP3 files in the Play)
selected folder on the current disc
are played back randomly.
When no folder is selected, the first
folder is played back randomly.
You can play the contents on a disc
4 Press ENTER. repeatedly.
You can select Shuffle Play and Program
5 Press  (or either  or Play at the same time.
 on the unit).
Shuffle Play starts.
1 Press DISPLAY.
To cancel Shuffle Play, press CLEAR The Control Menu appears on the TV
or select “OFF” in step 3. screen.
Notes 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

 You cannot perform Shuffle Play with (REPEAT), then press
VIDEO CDs during PBC playback. ENTER.
 The same song may be played back
repeatedly for MP3 files.
The options for “REPEAT” appear on
the TV screen.
Tip
Shuffle Play is canceled when 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select
 you open the disc tray. the desired setting.
 you change the disc. The default setting is underlined.
 you change the function. When playing a DVD VIDEO or
 you perform Track/Index Search. DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR mode:
 you set “MEDIA” to “PHOTO” when  OFF: does not play back repeatedly.
playback is stopped.  ALL DISCS: repeats all discs.
 you perform CD Synchro Recording or USB  ONE DISC: repeats all the titles on
TRANSFER. the current disc.
 you transfer music from a disc to a USB
 TITLE: repeats the current title.
device.
 CHAPTER: repeats the current
chapter.
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When playing a VIDEO CD or Notes
AUDIO CD:  You can also change the Repeat Play setting
 OFF: does not play back repeatedly. by pressing REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly.
 ALL DISCS: repeats all discs.  Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you cannot
perform Repeat Play.
 ONE DISC: repeats all the tracks  You cannot perform Repeat Play with
on the current disc. VIDEO CDs during PBC playback.
 TRACK: repeats the current track.  When playing a DATA CD/DVD which
contains MP3 files and JPEG image files, the
When playing a DATA CD or DATA
Disc
audio sound will not match the image if their
DVD: playing time are different.
 OFF: does not play back repeatedly.  Repeat Play is canceled when
 ALL DISCS: repeats all discs.  you open the disc tray.
 ONE DISC: repeats all the folders  you change the disc (except when “ALL
on the current disc. DISCS” is selected).
 FOLDER: repeats the current  you turn off the system.
folder.  you change the function (except when
“ALL DISCS” is selected).
 TRACK1): repeats the current audio
 you perform CD Synchro Recording or
file. USB TRANSFER.
 FILE2): repeats the current file.  you transfer music from a disc to a USB
MP3 files only.
1)
device.
Video files only.
2)
When Program Play or Shuffle

Play is activated:
 OFF: does not play back repeatedly.
 ON: repeats the Program Play or
Shuffle Play.
4 Press ENTER.
 on the unit).
Repeat Play starts.
To cancel Repeat Play, press CLEAR
or select “OFF” in step 3.
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Selecting a folder/file using 4 Press  or  repeatedly to select
the on-screen display the desired option, then press
ENTER. When the desired option
has already selected, press DVD/
TUNER MENU.
1 Load a disc on the disc tray. A list of folders that contain the files
of the selected file type appears on the
“FOLDER LIST” appears on the TV
screen. TV screen.
2 Press DISPLAY. 5 Press  or  repeatedly to select

The Control Menu appears on the TV a folder.
screen.
Playing a folder:
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select Press  (or either  or  on
the unit).
(MEDIA), then press The system starts playback from the
ENTER. first file of the selected folder.
The options for “MEDIA” appear on To stop playback, press .
the TV screen.
Playing an MP3 file:
 MUSIC/PHOTO: for playing both
MP3 files and JPEG image files 1 Press ENTER.
in the same folder as a slide show “TRACK LIST” appears.
(page 140)
 MUSIC: for playing MP3 files
 VIDEO: for playing DivX video
files or MPEG4 video files
 PHOTO: for playing JPEG image
files

the desired MP3 file, then press
ENTER.
The system starts playing the
selected MP3 file.
To stop playback, press .
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Playing an image file: Playing a video file:
1 Press PICTURE NAVI. 1 Press ENTER.
Thumbnail picture for the first “FILE LIST” appears.
16 JPEG image files in the selected
folder is displayed.
Disc
the desired video file, then press
If there are more than 16 image ENTER.
files in the selected folder, the scroll The system starts playback of the
bar appears at the right. selected video files.
2 Press /// to select the
image you want to view, then
press  (or either  or 
on the unit).
The slide show starts from the
selected image file.
The slide show stops when you
press  or .
Continued 
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Other operations Notes
 The system can play back MP3 files and
To Do this JPEG image files. The system will play back
any data with the extension “.mp3”, “.jpg” or
Display Press or
“.jpeg” even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG
the next or repeatedly. format. Playing this data may generate a
previous page loud noise which could damage your speaker
of “TRACK system.
LIST,”  Depending on the encoding/writing
“FOLDER software, recording device, or the recording
LIST” or “FILE media used to record an MP3 file, you may
LIST” encounter problems such as cannot play
back, sound interruptions and noise.
Play back the Press  repeatedly
 The following discs/situations can increase
next folder of until the last file of the the time it takes to start playback:
MP3 files or current folder, then
 a disc recorded with a complicated tree
video files press  once. To structure.
select the previous  a disc recorded in Multi Session.
folder, select the folder  a disc to which data can be added (non-
from “FOLDER LIST.” finalized disc).
Return to Press  RETURN.  when the tracks or files in another folder
“FOLDER have just been played back.
LIST” when  Some CD-Rs/-RWs or DVD-Rs/-RWs/+Rs/
“TRACK LIST,” +RWs cannot be played back on the system
or “FILE LIST” depending on the file format.
is displayed.  The system can play back to a depth of
8 folders only.
Play back the Press  repeatedly
next folder of until the last file of the
JPEG image current folder, then
files press  once. To select
the previous folder,
select the folder from
“FOLDER LIST.”
Rotate the Press  or  repeatedly
image by while viewing an
90 degrees image. To return to
the original view, press
CLEAR.
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 The system may not play certain types of Tip
JPEG image files (ex. a JPEG image file that is If the number of viewing times has been preset,
less than 8 (width) × 8 (height)). you can play back the DivX video files as many
 When you press  or  to select the next or times as the preset number. The following
previous image, the image will return to its occurrences are counted:
original view even if you have rotated the  when the system is turned off.
image previously.  when the disc is removed.
 The slide show stops when you press  or .  when another video file is played back.
 The system may not play back a video file
Disc
when the file has been combined from two or To play MP3 files and JPEG image files
more video files.
 The system cannot play back a video file size
as a slide show with sound
of more than 720 (width) × 576 (height)/ (DATA CD and DATA DVD only)
2GB. You can play back a slide show with
 Depending on the video file, the picture may sound by first placing both JPEG image
be unclear or the sound may skip. files and MP3 files in the same folder on a
 The system cannot play back some video files DATA CD/DVD.
that are longer than 3 hours.
 Depending on the video file, the picture 1 Press DISPLAY when playback is
may pause or be unclear. In this case, it is stopped.
recommended that you create the file at a The Control Menu appears on the TV
lower bit rate. If the sound is still noisy, MP3 screen.
is the recommended audio format.
 Due to the compression technology used for 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
video files, it may take some time after you (MEDIA), then press ENTER.
press  for the picture to appear. The options for “MEDIA” appear on
 Depending on the video file, the sound may the TV screen.
not match the pictures on the screen.
Continued 
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3 Press  or  repeatedly to select To specify the slide show speed
“MUSIC/PHOTO”, then press ENTER. (JPEG image files only)
When “MUSIC/PHOTO” has already
selected, press DVD/TUNER MENU. 1 Press DISPLAY. (If “MEDIA” is set to
“FOLDER LIST” appears on the TV “MUSIC/PHOTO,” press DISPLAY
screen. twice.)
4 Press  or  repeatedly to select the screen.
desired folder, then press  (or
either  or  on the unit). 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
The slide show with sound starts from (INTERVAL), then press ENTER.
the selected folder. The options for “INTERVAL” appear
To stop playback, press . on the TV screen.
To cancel the slide show with sound,
select “MUSIC” or “PHOTO” in
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the
desired transition interval.
step 3.
The default setting is underlined.
Note  NORMAL: Sets to the standard
If you play back a large data size of MP3 files duration.
and JPEG image files at the same time, the  FAST: Sets the duration shorter
sound may skip.
than “NORMAL.”
 SLOW 1: Sets the duration longer
than “NORMAL.”
 SLOW 2: Sets the duration longer
than “SLOW 1.”
4 Press ENTER.
The selected setting takes effect.
Note
Some JPEG image files (especially progressive
JPEG image files or JPEG image files with
3,000,000 pixels or more) may take a longer
time to display than others, which may make
the transitions seem longer than that of the
option you selected.
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To select a transition effect for image To select playback priority of the file
files in the slide show type
(JPEG image files only) You can select playback priority when
mixed media (MP3 files, JPEG image files
1 Press DISPLAY. (If “MEDIA” is set to or video files) are in the disc.
“MUSIC/PHOTO”, press DISPLAY
twice.) 1 Press DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears on the TV The Control Menu appears on the TV
screen.
Disc
screen.
2 Press  or  repeatedly to select 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
(EFFECT), then press ENTER. (MEDIA), then press ENTER.
The options for “EFFECT” appear on The options for “MEDIA” appear on
the TV screen. the TV screen.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the

desired setting. desired setting.
The default setting is underlined.  MUSIC/PHOTO: See page 140.
 MODE 1: The image sweeps in  MUSIC: MP3 file playback has
from top to bottom of the screen. priority.
 MODE 2: The image sweeps in  VIDEO: Video file playback has
from left to right of the screen. priority.
 MODE 3: The image stretches out  PHOTO: JPEG image file playback
from the center of the screen. has priority.
 MODE 4: The image randomly
cycles through the effects.
4 Press ENTER.
For details of the playback priority
 MODE 5: The next image slides of file types under “MEDIA” setting,
over the current image. see “Playback priority of file types”
 OFF: Turns off this function. (page 140).
4 Press ENTER.
The selected setting takes effect.
Continued 
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Adjusting the delay between 4 Press ENTER.
the picture and sound (“A/V Note
SYNC”) Depending on the input stream, this function
may not be effective.
When the sound does not synchronize

with the pictures on the screen, you can
adjust the delay between the picture and
sound.
“A/V SYNC” does not work for MP3 files
and JPEG image files in DATA CD/DVD.
1 Press DISPLAY.
screen.

(A/V SYNC), then press
ENTER.
The options for “A/V SYNC” appear
on the TV screen.

the desired setting.
 OFF: Does not adjust.
 ON: Adjusts the difference between
picture and sound.
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Restricting playback “PARENTAL CONTROL,” then
of the disc (PARENTAL press ENTER.
CONTROL) If you have not registered a
password:
The display for registering a new
password appears on the TV screen.
Disc
You can limit the playback of some DVD
VIDEOs according to a predetermined
level such as the age of the users. When
a limited scene is played back, that scene
may be skipped or replaced with different
scenes.
1 Press DISPLAY when playback

is stopped.
The Control Menu appears on the TV Enter a 4-digit password using the
screen. numeric buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the
2 Press  or  repeatedly to password appears on the TV screen.
select (SETUP), then press When you have already registered
ENTER. a password:
The options for “SETUP” appear on The display for entering the password
the TV screen. appears on the TV screen.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select If you make a mistake when

entering your password:
“CUSTOM,” then press ENTER. Press  repeatedly to delete the
The Setup Menu appears on the TV number you have entered, then
screen. re‑enter your password again.

“SYSTEM SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
Continued 
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6 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit 9 Press  or  repeatedly to select
password using the numeric “LEVEL,” then press ENTER.
buttons, then press ENTER. The options for “LEVEL” appear on
The display for setting the playback the TV screen.
limitation level appears on the TV
screen. 10 Press  or  repeatedly to select
the desired level, then press
ENTER.
“PARENTAL CONTROL” setting is
completed.
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
To turn off the “PARENTAL CONTROL”

function
7 Press  or  repeatedly to select Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 10.
“STANDARD,” then press ENTER.
The options for “STANDARD” appear
To change the password
on the TV screen. 1 Press  or  repeatedly to select
8 Press  or  repeatedly to “CHANGE PASSWORD,” then press
ENTER in step 7 of “Restricting
select a geographic area as the playback of the disc.”
playback limitation level, then
press ENTER. 2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
numeric buttons, then press ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS ,” 3 Enter a new 4-digit password using
enter the area code for the geographic the numeric buttons, then press
area you want by using the numeric ENTER.
buttons (see “Parental Control area
code list” (page 142)). 4 To confirm your password, re-enter
it using the numeric buttons, then
press ENTER.
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If you forget your password
Remove the disc and repeat steps 1 to
5 of “Restricting playback of the disc
Using the Setup Menu
(PARENTAL CONTROL)” (page 59). By using the Setup Menu, you can make
When you are asked to enter your various adjustments to items such as
password, enter “199703” using the picture and sound.
numeric buttons, then press ENTER. Displayed items vary depending on the
The display will ask you to enter a new country or region.
Disc
4-digit password. After you enter a new
4-digit password, reload the disc and Note
press  (or either  or  on Playback settings stored in the disc take
the unit). When the display for entering priority over the Setup Menu settings.
Therefore, some of the Setup Menu settings
your password appears, enter your new
may not be performed.
password.
To play back a disc for which

is stopped.
“PARENTAL CONTROL” is set
1 Load the disc and press  (or either screen.
 or  on the unit).
The display for entering your password 2 Press  or  repeatedly to
appears on the TV screen. select (SETUP), then press
ENTER.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
The options for “SETUP” appear on
numeric buttons, then press ENTER.
the TV screen.
The system starts playback.
Notes 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select

 When you play back DVD VIDEOs which “CUSTOM,” then press ENTER.
do not have the “PARENTAL CONTROL” The Setup Menu appears on the TV
function, playback cannot be limited on this screen.
system.
 Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you
may be asked to change the “PARENTAL
CONTROL” level while playing the disc. In
this case, enter your password, then change
the level. If resume playback is canceled, the
level returns to the original level.
Continued 
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4 Press  or  repeatedly to 6 Press  or  repeatedly to select
select the setup item from the the desired setting, then press
displayed list, then press ENTER. ENTER.
The setup item is selected. The setting is selected and setup is
completed.
Setup items:
: LANGUAGE SETUP
: VIDEO SETUP
: AUDIO SETUP
: SYSTEM SETUP
: SPEAKER SETUP Selected setting
Example: “VIDEO SETUP”

Selected item
Setting the language

 “LANGUAGE SETUP”
Set various languages for the on-screen
display or sound track.
OSD
Setup items
(On-Screen Display)
Switches the language of the on-screen
5 Press  or  repeatedly to select display.
the desired item, then press MENU*
ENTER. (DVD VIDEO only)
The options for the selected item Select the language for the DVD menu.
appear on the TV screen.
Example: “TV TYPE”
Options
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AUDIO* Setting the TV screen
(DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the sound track.  “VIDEO SETUP”
When you select “ORIGINAL,” the
language given priority in the disc is Choose the settings according to the TV
selected. you connected.
SUBTITLE*
(DVD VIDEO only) TV TYPE1)
Disc
Switches the language of the subtitle. (DVD VIDEO only)
When you select “AUDIO FOLLOW,” 16:9: Select this when you connect a
the language for the subtitles changes wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide
according to the language you selected mode function.
for the sound track.
* When you select a language in “MENU,”

“AUDIO,” or “SUBTITLE” that is not
recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the
recorded language is automatically selected.
However, depending on the disc, the 4:3 LETTER BOX: Select this when you
language may not be selected automatically. connect a 4:3 screen TV. This setting
If you select “OTHERS ” in “MENU,” displays a wide picture with bands on the
“AUDIO,” and “SUBTITLE,” enter a language upper and lower portions of the screen.
code using the numeric buttons (see
“Language code list” (page 141)).
4:3 PAN SCAN2): Select this when you

connect a 4:3 screen TV. This setting
displays the wide picture on the entire
screen and cuts off the portions that do
not fit.
Continued 
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PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)
Sets the progressive signal output from (Latin American model only)
the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks Selects the black level (setup level)
to on or off. for the video signals output from the
OFF: Outputs interlace signals. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
ON: Outputs progressive signals. “BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)”
For details, see “Changing the format setting is not available when the system
of the video signal output from outputs progressive signal.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks” OFF: Sets the black level of the output
(page 32). signal to the standard level.
ON: Raises the standard black level. Use
COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD) this when the picture becomes too black.
(Except for Latin American models)
Select the output video signal when you PAUSE MODE
play back a VIDEO CD. (DVD VIDEO and DVD-R/-RW in VR
AUTO: Outputs the video signal mode only)
according to the color system of the disc, AUTO: The picture, including subjects
either PAL or NTSC. that move dynamically, is output with no
PAL: Changes the video signal of an jitter. Normally select this position.
NTSC disc and output it in PAL system. FRAME: The picture, including subjects
NTSC: Changes the video signal of a PAL that do not move dynamically, is output
disc and output it in NTSC system. in high resolution.
BLACK LEVEL 1)
The default setting varies depending on the
(Latin American model only) country or region.
Selects the black level (setup level) for the 2)
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, “4:3
video signals output from the jacks other LETTER BOX” may be selected automatically
than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT. instead of “4:3 PAN SCAN” or vice versa.
ON: Sets the black level of the output
signal to the standard level.
OFF: Lowers the standard black level.
Use this when the picture becomes too
white.
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Setting the audio Setting the system
options  “SYSTEM SETUP”
 “AUDIO SETUP”
SCREEN SAVER
Configure audio related settings.
The screen saver will help prevent your
display device from becoming damaged
(ghosting). Press any button (e.g., ) to
Disc
AUDIO DRC1) (Dynamic Range
Compression) cancel the screen saver.
(DVD VIDEO only) ON: The screen saver image appears if
OFF: No compression of dynamic range. you do not operate the system for about
STANDARD: Reproduces the sound 15 minutes.
track with the kind of dynamic range that OFF: The screen saver does not appear.
the recording engineer intended. Useful
BACKGROUND
for watching movies at low volume late
Selects the background color or picture
at night.
to be displayed on the TV screen. The
MAX: Narrows the dynamic range fully.
background color or picture is displayed
TRACK SELECTION when playback is stopped or while
(DVD VIDEO only) playing an AUDIO CD and MP3 files.
Gives priority to the sound track which JACKET PICTURE: The jacket picture
contains the highest number of channels (still picture) appears in the background,
when you play back a DVD VIDEO but only when the jacket picture is
on which multiple audio (PCM, DTS, already recorded on the disc (DVD
MPEG audio, or Dolby Digital) formats2) VIDEO, CD-Extra, etc.). If the disc
are recorded. does not contain a jacket picture, the
OFF: No priority given. “GRAPHICS” picture appears.
AUTO3): Priority given. GRAPHICS: A preset picture stored in
the system appears in the background.
1)
“AUDIO DRC” can only be performed with BLUE: The background color is blue.
Dolby Digital sources. BLACK: The background color is black.
2)
If each audio sound track has the same PARENTAL CONTROL
number of channels, the system selects the
Sets the playback restrictions. For details,
audio sound tracks in the order from PCM,
DTS, Dolby Digital, to MPEG. see “Restricting playback of the disc
(PARENTAL CONTROL)” (page 59).
3)
When you set “TRACK SELECTION” to
“AUTO,” the language may change. The
“TRACK SELECTION” setting has higher
priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
“LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 37). However,
depending on the disc, this function may not
be performed.
Continued 
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DivX Setting the speakers1)
Displays the registration code for this
system.  “SPEAKER SETUP”
For more information, go to http://www.
divx.com on the Internet. CONNECTION
FRONT: YES
MULTI-DISC RESUME SUBWOOFER2):
(DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only) YES: Select this if you have connected the
ON: Stores the resume playback point in subwoofer.
the memory for up to 10 discs. NONE: Select this if the subwoofer is not
OFF: Does not store the resume playback connected.
point in the memory. Playback starts at
the resume playback point only for the LEVEL (FRONT)
current disc in the system. L 0.0 dB
R 0.0 dB
RESET* SUBWOOFER 0.0 dB3)
Returns “SETUP” settings to the default
settings. For details, see “To return the 1)
To return to the default setting when
“SETUP” settings to the default settings*, changing a setting, press CLEAR before you
perform reset as follows:” (page 122). press ENTER. However, note that you cannot
return the setting of “CONNECTION” to
* Except for “PARENTAL CONTROL” settings default setting. Note that you cannot perform
“SPEAKER SETUP” when you connect
headphones or microphones to the unit.
2)
Depending on the settings of other speakers,
the subwoofer may output excessive sound.
3)
The items that are set to “NONE” in
“CONNECTION” cannot be selected.
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For automatic scanning (MHC-
GZR77D only):
Tuner Press and hold TUNING +/ until
the frequency indication changes and
Listening to the radio then release.
“AUTO” appears in the display.
Scanning stops automatically when
You can listen to a radio station either by
a station is tuned in and “TUNED”
selecting a preset station, or by manually
lights up in the display. When a FM
tuning in the station.
stereo program is tuned in, “ST”
1 Press FUNCTION +/ (or press lights up in the display.
Tuner
TUNER/BAND on the unit)
repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM.”
2 Perform tuning.
For automatic scanning (MHC-
GZR99D/GZR88D only): If “TUNED” does not appear and the
Press and hold TUNING +/ until scanning does not stop, press  and
the frequency indication changes and perform manual tuning.
then release.
“AUTO” appears in the display. For manual tuning:
Scanning stops automatically when Press TUNING +/ repeatedly.
a station is tuned in and “TUNED” For direct tuning:
appears in the display. When a Press D.TUNING, then use the
FM stereo program is tuned in, numeric buttons to enter the
“STEREO” appears in the display. frequency of the desired station. For
example, press 1, 0, 2, 5 and 0 to enter
the frequency of FM 102.50 MHz,
then press ENTER. If you cannot
tune in the station, make sure you
have entered the right frequency. If
you still cannot tune in the station,
the frequency is not used in your
area. To cancel direct tuning, press
If “TUNED” does not appear and the D.TUNING.
scanning does not stop, press  and
perform manual tuning.
Continued 
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Presetting a radio station 4 Press  or  repeatedly (or press
the numeric buttons) to select
1 Tune in the desired station. the desired preset number.
2 Press DVD/TUNER MENU. 5 Press ENTER.

“Memory?” flashes in the display. “Complete!” appears in the display.
The station is stored.
3 Press ENTER or . 6 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to store
A preset number flashes in the
display. other stations.
The stations are stored from preset You can preset up to 20 FM stations
number 1. and 10 AM stations.
To cancel presetting, press DVD/
TUNER MENU.
7 To call up a preset number, press

PRESET +/ repeatedly (or turn
OPERATION DIAL on the unit
clockwise or counterclockwise)
to select the desired preset
Preset number number.
You can also press the numeric
buttons, then press ENTER to select a
preset station.
Preset number
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Tips
 To improve broadcast reception, adjust the
supplied antennas, or connect an external
antenna.
 When an FM stereo program has static noise,
press REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly until
“MONO” appears in the display. There will
be no stereo effect, but the reception will
improve.
 You can also set the frequency by viewing the
tuner information on the TV screen.
 To change the AM tuning interval, see “To
change the AM tuning interval” (page 121).
Tuner
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4 Press  or  repeatedly
Tape (or turn OPERATION DIAL
on the unit clockwise or
Playing a tape (except counterclockwise) to select
“1WAY” to play one side. Select
for Latin American “CYCLE”1) to play both sides or
models) “RELAY”2) to play both decks in
succession.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. 1)
For the tape in deck B only.
1 Press FUNCTION +/ (or TAPE The playback stops automatically after
repeating the sequence five times.
A/B on the unit) repeatedly to 2)
Relay Play follows this sequence:
select “TAPE A” or “TAPE B.” Deck A (front side)  Deck B (front
side)  Deck B (reverse side)
2 Insert a tape. 5 Press ENTER.

Press  PUSH on the unit to insert
a tape into the cassette holder with
the side you want to play back facing
upward. Make sure there is no slack  on the unit).
in the tape to avoid damaging the The tape starts playback.
tape or the cassette holder. To play the reverse side, press the
button again3).
3 Select the tape direction.
For MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D:
Press OPTIONS on the unit
repeatedly until “TAPE DIRECTION”
appears.
For MHC-GZR77D:
Press OPTIONS on the unit, then
press  or  repeatedly (or
turn OPERATION DIAL on the
unit clockwise or counterclockwise)
until “DIRECTION” appears. Press
ENTER, and “CYCLE” appears in the
display.
Front side indicator
Reverse side indicator
For the tape in deck B only.

3)
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Other operations
To Do this
Recording onto a
Stop playback Press . tape (except for Latin
Pause playback Press . Press  again
to resume playback.
American models)
Fast-forward Press  or . There are three ways to record on a TYPE
or rewind I (normal) tape.
Change sides Press Use the buttons on the unit for the
of a tape in  DIR CHANGE . operation.
deck B The recording level is adjusted
automatically.
Tip CD Synchro Recording
Tape
If you press  (or either  or  on You can record an entire VIDEO CD,
the unit) when “TAPE A” is selected and there AUDIO CD, or DATA CD/DVD (MP3
is no tape in deck A, the system automatically files only) onto a tape.
switches to “TAPE B” when there is a tape in
deck B or vice versa. Then, playback will start. Manual Recording
You can record just the portion you
want from a sound source, including
connected audio components.
Sound Mixing
You can “mix” sound from any one of the
sound sources and singing or speaking
into a microphone. The mixed sound can
be recorded onto a tape.
1 Insert a recordable tape into

the deck B, then press TAPE A/B
repeatedly to select “TAPE B.”
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2 Select the tape direction. 6 Prepare the recording source.
For MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D: For CD Synchro Recording:
Press OPTIONS on the unit Press DVD and load the disc you
repeatedly until “TAPE DIRECTION” want to record. If you have already
appears. loaded the disc, press DISC 1 
DISC 3 to select the disc. When the
For MHC-GZR77D: system automatically starts playback,
Press OPTIONS on the unit, then press  twice to cancel resume
press  or  repeatedly (or playback.
turn OPERATION DIAL on the
unit clockwise or counterclockwise) For Manual Recording and Sound
until “DIRECTION” appears. Press Mixing:
ENTER, and “CYCLE” appears in the Select the desired source to record
display. or mix.
If you record a disc manually, start
3 Press  or  repeatedly playing the disc first, then perform
(or turn OPERATION DIAL steps 7 and 8. To record only your
favorite CD tracks, perform steps 1
on the unit clockwise or
to 6 of “Creating your own program”
counterclockwise) to select “1 (page 47).
WAY” to record on one side. To record only sound from a
Select “CYCLE” or “RELAY” to microphone, connect a microphone
record on both sides. and then press USB to select “USB”
function. Make sure not to start
4 Press ENTER. playing the USB device in step 8.
5 Press  repeatedly to
select recording side, then press
.
If you select both sides recording
or front side recording, press
 repeatedly to light up the
 indicator, then press . If you
record on the reverse side, press
 repeatedly to light up the 
indicator, then press .
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 reverse side.
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7 Set the deck B to stand by for To stop recording
Press .
recording.
For CD Synchro Recording: Notes
 CD Synchro Recording is not available with
Press REC TO TAPE.
DVDs.
If the play mode is set to Shuffle
 You cannot listen to other sources while
Play, Program Play or Repeat Play, recording.
it automatically switches to Normal
 When you record from a VIDEO CD,
Play (VIDEO CD and AUDIO CD playback with PBC functions is automatically
only). canceled (CD Synchro Recording only).
For Manual Recording and Sound  If you connect or disconnect a microphone
or headphones during recording, the sound
Mixing:
may cut off for a moment.
Press REC TO TAPE.
 When “DVD” function or “USB” function
8 Start recording.
Tape
is selected, Karaoke mode is automatically
turned on when you connect a microphone
to MIC jack.
For CD Synchro Recording:  Do not eject the tape during recording, as
Press ENTER. When the recording this may cause irreparable damage to the tape
is completed, the system stops and the tape deck.
automatically.  Changing sides of a tape by pressing
 DIR CHANGE  is not available
For Manual Recording: during CD Synchro Recording.
Press ENTER, and then start playing  If you press REC TO TAPE during Manual
the desired recording source. Recording or Sound Mixing, the recording is
If there is noise while recording from paused. To resume recording, press REC TO
the tuner, reposition the appropriate TAPE again.
antenna to reduce the noise.  The system may continue playback of other
discs even after the Synchro Recording is
For Sound Mixing: completed.
Press ENTER, and then start playing  The selected sound field remains even if the
the desired source and start singing headphones are connected or disconnected
or speaking into the microphone. during recording.
If acoustic feedback (howling)  You cannot change the sound field when
occurs, reduce the volume, move the recording to the tape.
microphone away from the speakers,
or change the direction of the
microphone.
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 Always turn off the system before removing
the USB device. Removing the USB device
USB Device while the system is on may corrupt the data
on the USB device.
Before using the USB  Compatibility with all encoding/writing

software, recording devices, and recording
device with this system media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible
USB device may produce noise or interrupted
audio or may not play at all.
See “Compatible devices with this
system” (page 134) for a list of USB Note on the maximum number of
devices that can be connected to this files and folders on a USB device
system. This system cannot transfer, record or
playback files and folders of the USB
Notes device in the following cases.
 When USB cable connection is necessary,  When the number of files in a folder
connect the USB cable supplied with the USB exceeds 150.
device to be connected. See the operating
instructions supplied with the USB device  When the number of folders on a USB
to be connected for details on the operation device exceeds 200.
method. These numbers may vary depending
 It may take about 10 seconds before on the file structure and the folder
“Reading.” appears in the display depending structure. Do not save other types of files
on the type of USB device connected. or unnecessary folders on a USB device
 Do not remove the USB device during that has audio files, video files or JPEG
transfer, recording or erase operations. Doing image files.
so may corrupt the data on the USB device or
damage the USB device itself.
 Do not connect the system and the USB
device through a USB hub.
 When the USB device is inserted, the system
reads all the files on the USB device. If there
are many folders or files on the USB device,
it may take a long time to finish reading the
USB device.
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You can easily transfer all the music on a
Transferring music disc to a USB device (USB TRANSFER).
You can also transfer a single audio track
from a disc to a USB or file during playback (REC1).
device 1 Connect the USB device to the

(USB) port.
You can connect an optional USB device
to the (USB) port on the unit and
transfer music from a disc to the USB
device.
You can transfer music only from an
AUDIO CD or DATA CD/DVD (MP3
files only).
The audio format of files transferred by
this system is MP3. When transferring
music from an AUDIO CD, the tracks Insert a USB device
are transferred as 128 kbps MP3 files.
USB Device
When transferring music from a DATA
CD/DVD, MP3 files are transferred with Note
the same bit rate as the original MP3 files. Do not use the USB devices other than
those listed in “Compatible devices with
The amount of free space required on the
this system” (page 134). Operation of
USB device is about 1 MB per minute models not listed is not guaranteed.
when transferring music from an AUDIO Operation may not always be ensured even
CD. when using compatible USB devices.
Required free space may be larger when
transferring music from a DATA CD/
DVD (MP3 files only).
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2 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly 4 Start transferring.
to select “DVD” (or press DVD on Press ENTER.
the unit), then load the disc you Transferring starts.
When the transfer is completed,
want to transfer. access to the USB device and the disc
If you have loaded the disc, press player stops automatically.
DISC SKIP repeatedly (or DISC 1 
DISC 3 on the unit) to select the disc.
When the system automatically starts
To stop transferring
playback, press  twice to cancel Press .
resume playback.
To remove the USB device
3 Set the USB device to stand by 1 Press  to stop playback.
for transferring.
2 Press  to turn off the system.
USB TRANSFER:
Press REC TO USB on the unit. 3 Remove the USB device.
REC1:
Start playback of the track or MP3 file
you want to transfer, then press REC
TO USB on the unit.
Using the on-screen display
The USB device stands by for You can also transfer music using the
transferring. on-screen display.

is stopped.
screen.
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2 Press  or  repeatedly to select 4 Select the tracks you want to
(USB TRANSFER), then transfer.
press ENTER.
For AUDIO CD:
The options for “USB TRANSFER” Press  or  repeatedly to select the
appear on the TV screen. track, then press ENTER.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select The tracks are marked in the order
that you select. To cancel the
the desired option, then press selection, press ENTER again.
ENTER. Remaining space of
the USB device
For AUDIO CD:
 TRACK: The tracks on the AUDIO
CD appear. You can transfer the
desired track.
For DATA CD/DVD:
 TRACK: The folders on the DATA
USB Device
CD/DVD appear. You can transfer
the desired MP3 file.
 FOLDER: The folders on the DATA Tracks to be transferred
CD/DVD appear. You can transfer
all MP3 files in the folder.
To select all tracks on the AUDIO
“Reading.” appears, and the tracks or CD
folders appear on the TV screen. Press /// repeatedly to select
“ ALL,” then press ENTER. To
Note cancel the selection, select “ ALL,”
It may take some time to display the tracks then press ENTER.
or folders depending on the number of
tracks or folders.
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For DATA CD/DVD: To return to the previous display
Press  or  repeatedly to select Press  RETURN.
the MP3 files or folders, then press
ENTER.
The MP3 files or folders are marked.
To erase audio files or folders from the
To cancel the selection, press ENTER USB device
again. You can erase audio files or folders on the
USB device.
Remaining space of
the USB device 1 Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port.
to select “USB” (or press USB on the
unit).
“FOLDER LIST” appears.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select a
folder.
MP3 files or folders to be transferred To erase all audio files in a folder, press
CLEAR.
To select all tracks or folders on To erase an audio file, press ENTER.
the DATA CD/DVD “TRACK LIST” appears.
Press /// repeatedly to select Press  or  repeatedly to select the
“ ALL,” then press ENTER. To desired audio file, then press CLEAR.
cancel the selection, select “ ALL,” 4 Press  or  repeatedly to select
then press ENTER.
“YES.”
5 Press /// repeatedly to To cancel the erase operation, select
“NO.”
select “START,” then press ENTER.
The system starts transferring and the 5 Press ENTER.
transfer status appears. No sound is The selected audio file or folder is
output during transfer. erased.
To stop transferring, press .
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Folder and file generation rules Notes
When first transferring music to the  When transferring music from a CD, the
tracks are transferred as 128 kbps MP3 files.
USB device, a “MUSIC” folder is created
When transferring music from an MP3 disc,
directly below the “ROOT” folder. MP3 files are transferred with the same bit
Folders and files are generated within this rate as the original MP3 files.
“MUSIC” folder as follows.  If you start transferring in shuffle play mode,
USB TRANSFER1) repeat play mode, the selected play mode is
automatically canceled and the play mode
Music Folder name File name switches to normal play mode.
source
 CD text information is not transferred in the
MP3 Same as the music source2) created MP3 files.
CD-DA “FLDR001”3) “TRACK001”3)  If you cancel music being transferred
partway, an incomplete MP3 file, generated
REC1 on the USB device, will be deleted.
Music Folder name File name  Transferring stops automatically if:
source  you change the function.
MP3 “REC1-MP3”4) Same as the  you turn off the system.
music source2)  the USB device runs out of space during
USB Device
the transfer process.
CD-DA “REC1-CD”4) “TRACK001”3)
 the number of files or folders on the USB
device reaches the limit for the number
1)
Except when resuming playback.
that the system can recognize.
2)
Up to 64 characters of folder name and
 You cannot change the sound field when
60 characters of file name are assigned.
transferring to the USB device.
3)
Folder and file numbers are assigned serially
 If the folder to be erased contains non-
thereafter.
MP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio)/AAC
4)
A new file is created in the “REC1-MP3” (Advanced Audio Coding) audio files or sub
or “REC1-CD” folder each time REC1 is folders, these are not erased.
performed.
 If a folder or audio file that you are trying
to transfer already exists on the USB device
with the same name, a sequential number is
added after the name without overwriting the
original folder or file.
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3 Press REC TO USB on the unit.
Recording analog “Please Wait” appears and the display
audio to a USB device cycles between “Free xx.x GB” (free
space on the USB device) and “Push
Enter.”
You can record the sound from analog
The USB device stands by for
audio sources. The sound is recorded as
recording.
128 kbps MP3 file.
The TAPE function is not available for
Latin American models.
4 Start playing the desired source
to record, then press ENTER.
1 Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port. To stop recording
Press .
to select the desired source. To remove the USB device
 TAPE A/B (except for Latin 1 Press  to stop recording.
American models): To record from
this system’s tape deck.1)2)3) 2 Press  to turn off the system.
 TUNER FM/AM: To record from
this system’s tuner.
3 Remove the USB device.
 VIDEO/SAT: To record from the
optional component connected to
the VIDEO SAT AUDIO IN L/R
jacks.
1)
If the playback direction of the tape is
set to “CYCLE,” the system will record
both sides of the tape five times. If you
want to stop at one recording, be sure
to set the playback direction of the
tape to “RELAY” or “1WAY.”
2)
Recording continues even though tape
playback has ended.
3)
Recording stops after playing deck A
even when the playback direction of
the tape is set to “RELAY.”
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To mark track numbers Note
Recording stops automatically when:
You can mark the track numbers during
recording of any source.
Press REC TO USB on the unit at the  you change the band.
point you want to add a track mark.  you turn off the system.
The system pauses recording for a few  the USB device runs out of space during
the recording.
seconds and adds track mark, showing
message “New Track.” No sound is  the number of files or folders on the USB
device reaches the limit for the number
recorded during pause time. that the system can recognize.
Note
The track numbers are automatically marked
when you record more than 60 minutes.
Folder and file generation rules

When first recording the analog audio
to the USB device, a “MUSIC” folder
is created directly below the “ROOT”
USB Device
folder.
Folders and files are generated within this
“MUSIC” folder as follows.
Music Folder name File name
source
Tape “TAPE001”* “TRACK001”*
Tuner “FM001”* or “TRACK001”*
“AM001”*
VIDEO/ “VIDEO001”* “TRACK001”*
SAT or “SAT001”*
AUDIO IN
L/R
* Folder and file numbers are assigned serially

thereafter.
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Playing a file of the is stopped.
USB device The Control Menu appears on the TV
screen.
See “Compatible devices with this
system” (page 134) for a list of USB 4 Press  or  repeatedly to select
devices that can be connected to this (MEDIA), then press
system. ENTER.
You can listen to music stored in the USB The options for “MEDIA” appear on
device. the TV screen.
The audio formats that can be played
 MUSIC: for playing audio files
back by this system are as follows: MP3*/
WMA*/AAC*  VIDEO: for playing DivX video
You can view image files and video files files or MPEG4 video files
stored in the USB device.  PHOTO: for playing JPEG image
The image files and video file formats that files
can be played back by this system are as
follows: JPEG/DivX/MP4 5 Press  or  repeatedly to select
* Files with copyright protection (Digital the desired option, then press
Rights Management) cannot be played back ENTER. When the desired option
by this system.
has already selected, press DVD/
1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly TUNER MENU.
to select “USB” (or press USB on A list of folders that contain the files
the unit). of the selected file type appears on the
TV screen.
2 Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port.
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6 Press  or  repeatedly to select Playing an image file:
1 Press PICTURE NAVI.
a folder.
Thumbnail picture for the first
Playing a folder: 16 JPEG image files in the selected
Press  (or either  or  on folder is displayed.
the unit).
The system starts playback from the
first file of the selected folder.
Playing an audio file:
1 Press ENTER.
“TRACK LIST” appears.
If there are more than 16 image

files in the selected folder, the scroll
bar appears at the right.
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2 Press /// to select the
image you want to view, then
press  (or either  or 
on the unit).
2 Press  or  repeatedly to select The slide show starts from the
the desired audio file, then press selected image file.
ENTER. To stop playback, press .
The system starts playback of the The slide show stops when you
selected audio file. press  or .
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Playing a video file: Other operations
1 Press ENTER. To Do this
“FILE LIST” appears.
Display Press or
the next or repeatedly.
previous page
of “TRACK
LIST,”
“FOLDER
LIST” or “FILE
LIST”
Playback the Press  repeatedly
2 Press  or  repeatedly to select audio files or current folder, then
the desired video file, then press video files press  once. To
ENTER. select the previous
The system starts playing the folder, select the folder
selected video files. from “FOLDER LIST.”
To stop playback, press . Return to Press  RETURN.
“FOLDER
LIST” when
“TRACK LIST,”
or “FILE LIST”
is displayed.
Playback the Press  repeatedly
JPEG image current folder, then
files press  once. To select
the previous folder,
select the folder from
“FOLDER LIST.”
Rotate the Press  or  repeatedly
image by 90 while viewing an
degrees image. To return to
the original view, press
CLEAR.
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To remove the USB device To specify the slide show speed
(JPEG image files only)
1 Press  to stop playback.
1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the
2 Press  to turn off the system. Control Menu for JPEG image files
3 Remove the USB device. appears on the TV screen.
Notes
(INTERVAL), then press ENTER.
 The file formats that this system can play are
as follows: The options for “INTERVAL” appear
 MP3: file extension “.mp3” on the TV screen.
 WMA: file extension “.wma” 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the
 AAC: file extension “.m4a” desired transition interval.
 JPEG: file extension “.jpg” or “.jpeg” The default setting is underlined.
 MP4: file extension “.3gp” or “.mp4”
 NORMAL: Sets to the standard
 DivX: file extension “.avi” or “.divx” duration.
Note that even when file names have the
above file extensions, if the actual files differ,
 FAST: Sets the duration shorter
USB Device
playing these files may generate a loud noise than “NORMAL.”
which could damage the speaker system and  SLOW 1: Sets the duration longer
the system may malfunction. than “NORMAL.”
 The following USB devices/situations can  SLOW 2: Sets the duration longer
increase the time it takes to start playback: than “SLOW 1.”
 a USB device recorded with a complicated
tree structure. 4 Press ENTER.
 when the files in another folder have just The selected setting takes effect.
been played back.
 when you play back an AAC file. Note
 The system can play back to a depth of Some JPEG image files (especially progressive
8 folders only. JPEG image files or JPEG image files with
 Resume playback is canceled when you turn 3,000,000 pixels or more) may take a longer
off the system or change the function. time to display than others, which may make
the transitions seem longer than that of the
 This system does not necessarily support all option you selected.
the functions provided in a connected USB
device.
 The playback order for the system may differ
from the order of the connected USB device.
 Folders that have no audio files or JPEG
image files are skipped.
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To select a transition effect for image
files in the slide show Playing in random order
(JPEG image files only) (Shuffle Play)
1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the You can play back the files on the USB
Control Menu for JPEG image files device in random order. Each time you
appears on the TV screen. perform Shuffle Play, the playing order
may differ.
(EFFECT), then press ENTER.
The options for “EFFECT” appear on
1 Press DISPLAY.
the TV screen. screen.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the
desired setting. 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
The default setting is underlined. (SHUFFLE), then press
 MODE 1: The image sweeps in ENTER.
from top to bottom of the screen. The options for “SHUFFLE” appear
 MODE 2: The image sweeps in on the TV screen.
from left to right of the screen.
 MODE 3: The image stretches out 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select
from the center of the screen. the desired setting.
 MODE 4: The image randomly  ON (MUSIC): all audio files in the
cycles through the effects. selected folder on the USB device is
 MODE 5: The next image slides played back randomly.
over the current image. When no folder is selected, the first
 OFF: Turns off this function. folder is played back randomly.
4 Press ENTER. 4 Press ENTER.

The selected setting takes effect. Shuffle Play starts.
To cancel Shuffle Play, press CLEAR
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Notes
 Shuffle Play is canceled when:
 you remove the USB device. the desired setting.
 you turn off the system.  MEMORY: repeats all the folders
 you change the function. on the USB device.
 you set “MEDIA” to “PHOTO” when  FOLDER: repeats the current
playback is stopped. folder.
 The same song may be played back  TRACK*: repeats the current file.
repeatedly for audio files.
* Audio files only.
When Shuffle Play is activated:

 ON: repeats the Shuffle Play.
Playing repeatedly (Repeat
Play) 4 Press ENTER.
You can play the audio files and JPEG 5 Press  (or either  or
image files on the USB device repeatedly.  on the unit).
You can select Shuffle Play at the same
USB Device
Repeat Play starts.
time. To cancel Repeat Play, press CLEAR
1 Press DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears on the TV Note
screen. Repeat Play is canceled when:
 you remove the USB device.
2 Press  or  repeatedly to select  you turn off the system.
(REPEAT), then press
ENTER. Tip
The options for “REPEAT” appear on You can also change the Repeat Play setting by
the TV screen. pressing REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly.
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2 Press MEMORY SELECT repeatedly.
Selecting the playback source You can select the internal memory or
or transferring destination Memory Stick of the mobile phone.
on the Sony Ericsson mobile Notes
phone  You cannot select the playback source or
transferring destination during playback or
When listening to music from a Sony transferring. Stop playback or transferring,
Ericsson mobile phone (W302 / W595 / and then select the playback source or
W760i / W890i / W902 / W910i) or transferring destination.
when transferring music from this  You can check the selected memory number
on the TV screen.
system to the mobile phone, you can
select the playback source or transferring Selected memory number
destination as follows:
 internal memory of the mobile phone
 Memory Stick
To select the playback source in the

“USB” function
Press MEMORY SELECT repeatedly.
You can select the internal memory or
Memory Stick of the mobile phone.
 You can select a Memory Stick when the
selected memory number is as follows:
Selected memory number
Model name Memory number
W302 #1
W595 #2
W760i #2
W890i #2
W902 #2
W910i #2
 If there is no Memory Stick inserted in the
mobile phone, you cannot select playback
To select the transferring destination source or the transferring destination.
in the “DVD” function  Select a transferring destination before
transfer.
1 Load a CD, DATA CD or DATA DVD.
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Preset effect options
Sound Adjustment Effect Category
ROCK Standard music sources
Adjusting the sound POP
JAZZ
DANCE
To Do this
SOUL
Reinforce the Press GROOVE on TECHNO
sound the unit. Each time HIP HOP
you press the button,
MP3 EQ MP3 files
the display changes as
follow: USER EQ 1, User equalizer setting
GROOVE ON1)  2, 3 (see “To adjust the
Z-GROOVE ON1)  graphic equalizer and
GROOVE OFF  store the user equalizer
GROOVE ON  … setting” (page 89))
Select the Press PRESET EQ on FLAT Original music source
preset effect the unit repeatedly2). (cancels the preset
effect)
1)
The volume switches to power mode and the
equalizer curve changes.
Sound Adjustment
2)
The last selected preset effect appears when To adjust the graphic equalizer and
PRESET EQ on the unit is pressed once. store the user equalizer setting
You can adjust the sound by raising or
To turn on the subwoofer lowering the level of specific frequency
(MHC‑GZR99D only) band, then store up to three user
Press SUBWOOFER on the unit. equalizer setting, in the memory.
The SUBWOOFER indicator on the unit
lights up. 1 Press EQ BAND repeatedly to select a
frequency band or surround effect.
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2 Press / to adjust the level or 5 Press / to select a user
select surround effect you want. equalizer number (1  3) for the
equalizer setting (“MEMORY EQ-1”
through “MEMORY EQ-3”) you want
to store.
6 Press ENTER.
This setting is automatically stored as
the user equalizer setting you selected
in step 5.
The previous setting stored at this
Equalizer level memory location is erased and
replaced by the new setting.
Frequency band Equalizer level
Tip
If you do not want to store the setting, press
/ to select “EXIT?” and then press
ENTER.
Selecting the sound field

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust the You can take advantage of the surround
level of other frequency bands and sound simply by selecting one of the
surround effect. sound fields. They bring the exciting and
powerful sound of movie theaters into
4 Press ENTER. your home.
“MEMORY EQ-1” appears in the
display.
Press SOUND FIELD.
The last selected sound field appears in
the display, and then you can select the
desired sound field.
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When the headphones are not When the headphones are connected:
connected:
HP 2CH
2CH STEREO The normal sound field for headphones.
Reproduces stereo output from multi
HP SURR
channel sources such as DVD VIDEOs
The sound field for headphones with
during “DVD” function. The system
surround effect.
outputs the original sound during
functions other than “DVD” and during HP VIRTUAL*
playback of stereo sources such as The sound field for headphones with
AUDIO CD, VIDEO CD and MP3 files. virtual surround effect. This sound field
2CH SURR is only effective when you play back multi
channel sources.
Reproduces stereo output with surround
effect from multi channel sources such as
DVD VIDEO during “DVD” function. * These sound fields cannot be selected when:
The system outputs the original sound  the system is in stand by or during
with surround effect during functions transfer or recording.
other than “DVD.”  the Karaoke mode is turned on.
VIRTUAL A* Notes
Creates 3 sets of virtual surround
Sound Adjustment
 Depending on the disc, the surround effect
speakers from the sound of the front may not be as much as expected.
speakers. This sound field is only effective  You cannot change the sound field when
when you play back multi channel transferring or recording to the USB device.
sources.  The sound output from the satellite speakers
is the same as that from the front speakers
VIRTUAL B* (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D only).
Creates 1 set of virtual surround speakers
from the sound of the front speakers
without using actual surround speakers.
This mode is effective when the distance
between the front speakers is short. This
sound field is only effective when you
play back multi channel sources.
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AUDIO CD, VIDEO CD, MP3 files:
Singing along: Karaoke The audio setting automatically
changes to “1/L” and the system
outputs the left channel audio.
If you want to hear vocal:
Press AUDIO repeatedly to select
You can enjoy Karaoke by setting the another audio channel.
system to Karaoke mode.
5 Start singing along with
1 Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly the music and adjust the
to select “DVD” or “USB” (or press microphone volume by turning
DVD or USB on the unit). MIC 1/2 LEVEL.
2 Turn MIC 1/2 LEVEL on the To turn off the Karaoke mode
unit to “MIN” to reduce the Disconnect the microphone or press
microphone volume. KARAOKE MODE. “KARAOKE MODE:
OFF” appears on the TV screen.
3 Connect a microphone to MIC
1/2 jack on the unit. To adjust the microphone echo level
The Karaoke mode is turned on. Turn ECHO LEVEL on the unit.
“KARAOKE MODE: ON” appears on To cancel the echo effect, turn ECHO
the TV screen. LEVEL on the unit to “MIN.”
For MHC-GZR77D, “” appears in
the front panel display.
4 Start playing the music and

adjust the volume.
DVD VIDEO, DVD-R/-RW in VR
mode, video files:
The system outputs the audio format
that you have selected.
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Notes
 The sound input from the microphone is not Changing the key (Key Control)
output from the DVD DIGITAL OUT jack.
 Karaoke mode is automatically turned off You can change the key to suit your vocal
when: range, except when the system is in stop
 you turn off the system. mode.
 you change the function (except for the
“DVD” function or “USB” function). Press KEY CONTROL / to suit
 you connect the headphones.
your vocal range in Karaoke mode.
 you disconnect the microphone.
 If howling occurs:
You can adjust the key higher or lower in
13 steps (6  6).
 move the microphone away from the
speakers.
Notes
 change the direction of the microphone.
 Depending on the disc, you may not be able
 lower the MIC 1/2 LEVEL or ECHO to change the key.
LEVEL.
 The key automatically returns to the original
 press VOLUME  repeatedly (or key when:
turn MASTER VOLUME on the unit
counterclockwise).
 you open the disc tray.
Sound Adjustment
 you stop playback.
 the title, track or audio file changes.
 you change the folder.
 the play item is changed during PBC
playback.
 you perform Lock Search.
 you cancel Karaoke mode.
 DVD layer is changed.
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Playing Karaoke with any Selecting the vocals (Vocal
stereo disc (“Karaoke Pon”) Select)
You can enjoy Karaoke with a stereo-
recorded disc, even if it is a non-Karaoke When playing a DVD with the “Dolby
disc, by reducing the sound of the vocals. Digital Karaoke” format in Karaoke
mode, you can turn on or off the guide
Press KARAOKE PON in Karaoke vocal recorded in the Karaoke track.
mode. When playing a VIDEO CD or AUDIO
CD in Karaoke mode, you can listen to
To cancel “Karaoke Pon” mode, press the vocals.
KARAOKE PON again.
You can also change the guide vocal
Notes channel. You can select different kinds
 This function may not work well when: of vocals.
 only a few instruments are playing.
 a duet is playing.
1 Press DISPLAY in Karaoke
 the vocals on the disc deviate from the mode.
center. The Control Menu appears on the TV
 playing monaural-recorded discs (the screen.
accompaniment is also reduced).
 playing multiplex discs. 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
 During “Karaoke Pon” mode, the stereo effect (VOCAL SELECT), then
is reduced.
 “Karaoke Pon” mode is automatically
press ENTER.
canceled when: The options for “VOCAL SELECT”
 you turn off the system. appear on the TV screen.
 you open the disc tray.
 you press AUDIO.
 you set “VOCAL SELECT” to other than
“OFF.”
 you cancel Karaoke mode.
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3 Press  or  repeatedly to select Notes
 When playing a DVD VIDEO, the function
the desired vocal channel. works only with the “Dolby Digital Karaoke”
The output channel changes as format.
follows.  Depending on the disc, you may not be able
The default setting is underlined. to change the guide vocal channel.
 The channel returns to the default setting
When playing a DVD VIDEO when:
 OFF: Turns off the guide vocal.  you turn off the system.
 1+2: Guide vocal 1+2  you change the function.
 1: Guide vocal 1  you change the disc.
 2: Guide vocal 2  you open the disc tray.
 you press AUDIO.
When playing a VIDEO CD or  you cancel Karaoke mode.
AUDIO CD  you set “Karaoke S” mode to on.
 OFF: Turns off the guide vocal.  When playing a DVD VIDEO recorded only
 L+R: The same sound is output with one kind of guide vocal, select “1.”
from both speakers.
 STEREO: The standard stereo
sound
Sound Adjustment
When playing a Super VCD
 OFF: Turns off the guide vocal.
 1:L+R: The same sound of the
audio track 1 is output from both
speakers.
 1:STEREO: The stereo sound of the
audio track 1
 2:L+R: The same sound of the
audio track 2 is output from both
speakers.
 2:STEREO: The stereo sound of the
audio track 2
4 Press ENTER.
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Selecting the scoring mode 5 Start playing the music.
(Score Mode) 6 Press SCORE before singing a
When Karaoke mode is turned on, you
song in Karaoke mode.
can use the scoring mode. The previous highest score appears
Your score is calculated by comparing on the TV screen and the display
your voice with the music source. changes as follows according to the
level selected for “SCORE MODE.”
1 Press DISPLAY in Karaoke : When you select “BEGINNER
mode. 1” or “EXPERT 1.”
The Control Menu appears on the TV : When you select “BEGINNER
screen. 2” or “EXPERT 2.”
: When you select “DEMO.”
2 Press  or  repeatedly to select 7 After singing for more than a
(SCORE MODE), then
press ENTER. minute, press SCORE again to
The options for “SCORE MODE” view your score.
appear on the TV screen. Your score is calculated from a scale
of 0 to 99.
3 Press  or  repeatedly to select Your score is displayed for 5 seconds,
during which time the system enters
a setting. pause mode.
The default setting is underlined. After your score, the ranking is
 BEGINNER 1: Beginner level. The displayed as follows:
score updates every 3 seconds.  The ranking is displayed as a list
 BEGINNER 2: Beginner level. with top 3 scores.
 EXPERT 1: Advance level. The  Your score and ranking for the last
score updates every 3 seconds. song flash.
 EXPERT 2: Advance level.  If you are in the top 10, your
 DEMO: Demonstration mode. The ranking is displayed. If not, “10+” is
score is displayed regardless of displayed.
singing.  If your score is “0,” your score is not
displayed in the ranking list.
4 Press ENTER.
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Notes
 The highest score is reset when the system is
turned off.
 The “SCORE MODE” function may be
canceled when certain remote buttons are
pressed.
 In some cases, you may not be able to use the
scoring mode.
Tip
The “SCORE MODE” setting is automatically
changed to “BEGINNER 1” when the system
is turned off.
Sound Adjustment
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1 Prepare the sound source.
Other Operations For Play Timer:
Prepare the sound source, and
Using the timers then press VOLUME +/ (or turn
MASTER VOLUME on the unit) to
The system offers three timer functions. adjust the volume.
You cannot activate both the Play Timer
For Rec Timer:
and the Rec Timer at the same time. If
Tune in the desired radio station or
you use either with the Sleep Timer, the
call up the desired preset station.
Sleep Timer has priority.
The TAPE function is not available for
Latin American models.
2 Select the timer set mode.
Use buttons on the remote to use the Press TIMER MENU.
timer functions.
Sleep Timer “PLAY SET?” or “REC SET?,” then
You can fall asleep to music. This press ENTER.
function works even if the clock is not
“ON” appears and the hour indication
set.
flashes in the display.
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select
the time you want.
4 Set the time to start playback or
recording.
The system turns off after the preset time.
Press  or  repeatedly to set the
Play Timer hour, then press ENTER.
You can wake up to DVD, tuner, tape The minute indication flashes in the
(except for Latin American models) or display. Use the procedure above to
optional USB device at a preset time. set the minute. “OFF” appears and the
Make sure you have set the clock. hour indication flashes in the display.
Rec Timer
You can record from a preset radio
station at a specified time.
Make sure you have set the clock.
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5 Use the same procedure as in 7 Press  to turn off the system.
step 4 to set the time to stop When you set the Rec Timer, the
playback or recording. system turns on 90 seconds before
the preset time. When you set the
6 Select the sound source when Play Timer, the system turns on 30
seconds before the preset time.
using Play Timer, or prepare the If the system is on at the preset time,
tape (except for Latin American the Play Timer and the Rec Timer will
models) or the USB device when not play. Do not operate the system
using Rec Timer. from the time the system turns on
until the playback or recording starts.
For Play Timer:
Press  or  repeatedly until the To check the setting
desired sound source appears, and
then press ENTER. The display shows 1 Press TIMER MENU.
the timer settings. “TIMER SELECT?” flashes in the
display.
For Rec Timer:
The display shows the timer settings. 2 Press ENTER.
When recording to a tape, perform
steps 1 through 5 of “Recording onto 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select
a tape (except for Latin American “PLAY SELECT?” or “REC SELECT?.”
models)” (page 71).
When you record on both sides, be
4 Press ENTER.
Other Operations
sure to start from the front side. If you
start from the reverse side, recording To change the setting
stops at the end of reverse side. Start over from step 1.
When recording to a USB device,
perform steps 1 and 2 of “Playing a
file of the USB device” (page 82).
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To cancel the timer
1 Press TIMER MENU.
Changing the display
“TIMER SELECT?” flashes in the
display.
Turning off the display
2 Press ENTER.  Power Saving Mode
“TIMER OFF.” The demonstration display and the clock
display can be turned off to minimize
4 Press ENTER. the amount of power consumed during
standby mode (Power Saving Mode).
Notes
 The Play Timer and Rec Timer will not be Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the
activated if the system is turned on or if system is turned off.
“STANDBY” flashes in the display. Be sure
to turn off the system at least 120 seconds Demonstration1) 
before the preset time. No display (Power Saving Mode) 
 The volume is reduced to minimum during Clock2)  Demonstration  ...
Rec Timer.
1)
The display changes and the indicators flash
 The track numbers are automatically marked even when the system is turned off.
when you record more than 60 minutes.
2)
The clock display automatically turns to
Power Saving Mode after 8 seconds.
Tips
 The Play Timer setting remains as long as the Note
setting is not canceled manually. You cannot perform the following operations
during Power Saving Mode:
 The Rec Timer is canceled automatically after
the Rec Timer has been activated.  Setting the clock (page 36).
 Changing the AM tuning interval (except
for Saudi Arabian models) (page 121).
 Changing the color system (except for Latin
American models) (page 31).
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Changing the power Viewing information about the
illuminator disc in the front panel display
(MHC-GZR77D only)
You can change the illumination pattern
around the MASTER VOLUME on the
unit.
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the
1 Select the illumination setting. display changes from      
…
For MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D:
Press OPTIONS on the unit  Disc information
repeatedly until “ILLUMINATION”  Clock display (for 8 seconds)
appears in the display.  Effect name (for 4 seconds)
For MHC-GZR77D: Checking the elapsed playing time,
Press OPTIONS on the unit, then
press  or  repeatedly (or
remaining time and titles
turn OPERATION DIAL on the unit Press TIME/TEXT during playback.
clockwise or counterclockwise) until Each time you press TIME/TEXT, the
“ILLUMI” appears. Press ENTER. display changes from     … 
…
2 Press  or  to select the When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-
desired illumination pattern, R/-RW in VR mode:
Other Operations
then press ENTER.  When the menu or the title without a
chapter is played back
 Elapsed playing time of the menu
or the current title
 Disc title1)
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 When a chapter other than above Checking the total playing time and
condition is played back titles
 Elapsed playing time of the current Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly when
title playback is stopped.
 Remaining time of the current title Each time you press TIME/TEXT, the
 Elapsed playing time of the current display changes from     
chapter …
 Remaining time of the current
chapter DVD VIDEO or DVD-R/-RW in VR
 Disc title1) mode:
 Title and chapter2)  Total number of titles on the disc
 Disc title1)
When playing an AUDIO CD or VIDEO
CD without PBC function: AUDIO CD or VIDEO CD without PBC
 Elapsed playing time of the current playback:
track  Total number of the tracks on the disc
 Remaining time of the current track and the total playing time of the disc
 Elapsed playing time of the disc3)  Disc title1)
 Remaining time of the disc3)
 Track name1) VIDEO CD with PBC playback:
 Track and index4)5)  Total number of scenes on the disc
 Disc title1)
When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
function: 1)
“NO TEXT” appears in the display if the
 Elapsed playing time of the current DVD VIDEO is not a DVD-TEXT disc, the
scene AUDIO CD is not a CD-TEXT disc or the
 Disc title1) VIDEO CD does not have text information.
 Scene number6)
2)
Title and chapter are displayed for 2 seconds
before the display returns to the elapsed
When playing MP3 files or video files playing time.
on a DATA CD/DVD:
3)
When Program Play or Shuffle Play is
 Elapsed playing time of the current turned on, the elapsed playing time and the
remaining time of the disc would be skipped.
file 4)
VIDEO CD only
 File name7)8)
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5)
The current track number and the current
index number (for a disc without PBC) or the Viewing information about the
current scene number (for a disc with PBC)
are displayed for 2 seconds before the display
disc in the on-screen display
returns to the elapsed playing time.
6)
The current scene number is displayed for Press TIME/TEXT.
2 seconds before the display returns to the
elapsed playing time.
Each time you press TIME/TEXT while
playing the disc, the display changes from
7)
When playing video files, the current folder
number and the current file number are ……
displayed for 2 seconds before the display The time display that you can view on the
returns to elapsed playing time when you TV screen depends on the disc you are
press TIME/TEXT during display of title of playing.
the file.
T: title or track
8)
If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will
C: chapter
display an album name or title name from
D: disc Bit rate
the ID3 tag information.
The system supports ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3.
ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has
priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver
2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file.
Time information
Notes
 If you play back a disc containing JPEG
image files only, “JPEG” or “NO AUDIO”
 You cannot use TIME/TEXT to change the
Other Operations
display of disc information when:
 a JPEG image file is played back.
 playback is stopped for DATA CD/DVD Folder name Track/file name
with MP3 files and/or JPEG image files.
 playback is stopped for DATA CD/DVD
with video files. Note
 Characters that cannot be displayed appear The Control Menu display will show different
as “_.” items depending on the disc type.
 The elapsed playing time of MP3 files and
video files may not be displayed correctly.
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When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD- When playing MP3 files or video files
R/-RW in VR mode: on a DATA CD/DVD:
 Elapsed playing time of the current Elapsed playing time of the current file
title and folder/file name*
 Remaining time of the current title * If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system
 Elapsed playing time of the current will display an album name or title name
chapter from the ID3 tag information. The system
 Remaining time of the current chapter supports ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver
2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority
 Elapsed playing time of the current
when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3
title and disc title tags are used for a single MP3 file.
When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC Notes
function:  Only alphabet letters, numbers and some
 Elapsed playing time of the current symbols can be displayed.
scene  Depending on the disc, the system can only
 Disc title display a limited number of characters.
 For MP3 files with format other than ISO
When playing an AUDIO CD or VIDEO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, folder name and file
CD without PBC function: name may not be displayed.
 Elapsed playing time of the current
track
 Remaining time of the current track
 Elapsed playing time of the disc
 Remaining time of the disc
 Elapsed playing time of the current
track and track name
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Displaying the audio information of Checking the date information of JPEG
the disc image files
(DVD VIDEO and video files only) When “Exif ”* tag is recorded in the
When you press AUDIO repeatedly JPEG image files, you can check the date
during playback, the format of the information in the Control menu by
current audio signal is displayed on the pressing DISPLAY during playback.
TV screen.
When playing a DVD VIDEO:

For example, in Dolby Digital format,
multiple signals ranging from monaural
to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on Date information
a DVD VIDEO.
Example:
For Dolby Digital 5.1 channel:
* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a
2 Surround components digital camera image format defined by
the “Japan Electronics & Information
Technology Industries Association” (JEITA).
Note
The date information format varies depending
2 Front components + 1 LFE (Low Frequency on the area.
1 Center component Effect) component
Other Operations
When playing a video file:
Example: MP3 file
Bit rate
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MHC-GZR88D
Hooking up optional
components
To enhance your system, you can connect
optional components. Refer to the
operating instructions provided with
each component.
Rear panel
MHC-GZR99D
MHC-GZR77D
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 VIDEO/SAT AUDIO IN L/R jacks  DVD DIGITAL OUT jack
Connect the audio output jacks of an Connect the digital optical input jack
optional component (such as VCR or of an optional digital component
satellite tuner). (such as amplifier). You can enjoy
5.1 channel sound, if the connected
 VIDEO/SAT VIDEO IN jack amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital
Connect the video output jack of an or DTS decoder.
optional component (such as VCR or Notes
satellite tuner).  Sound is output only when the system
function is set to “DVD” or “USB.”
 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks  If you press AUDIO, SOUND FIELD
Connect the component video input or the buttons related to Karaoke
jacks of the TV or projector. If your mode, or if you connect or disconnect
TV accept progressive format signals, microphones or headphones, the sound
you must use this connection and set cuts off for a moment.
“PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT
OUT)” to “ON” (page 32). You can  SUBWOOFER OUT jack
enjoy higher quality video images. (MHC‑GZR88D/GZR77D only)
Connect the audio input jack of an
Note optional subwoofer*.
You cannot output the video signal
* SA-GNV111D is recommended. In some
from the VIDEO/SAT VIDEO IN areas, the SA-GNV111D may not yet be
jack through the COMPONENT available.
VIDEO OUT jacks of this unit.
Other Operations
Note
 VIDEO OUT jack The effect may be limited or noise may
occur depending on the connected
Connect the video input jack of the subwoofer or the type of music being
TV or projector. played back.
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Listening to a connected VCR or Enjoying the multi channel
satellite tuner sound with the optional
amplifier
(or press VIDEO/SAT on the unit) 1 Connect the digital optical cord.
to select “VIDEO” or “SAT.” See “Hooking up optional
components” (page 106).
2 Start playing the connected
component. 2 Connect the speakers (not
supplied) to an optional
To switch between the “VIDEO” and amplifier equipped with a
“SAT” function decoder.
Hold down VIDEO/SAT on the unit and For the speakers placement, refer to
press  on the unit while the system is the operating instructions supplied
on. The system switches the function with the connected amplifier.
from “VIDEO” to “SAT” or vice versa.
3 Start playing a multi channel
Note source, such as a DVD VIDEO.
If the sound is distorted or too loud when
“VIDEO” is selected, change the function to
“SAT.” 4 Select the desired audio format.
See “Changing the language/sound”
(page 43).
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General
Additional Information The display starts flashing as soon
as you plug in the power cord even
Troubleshooting though you have not turned on the
system.
Should you encounter a problem with  Press DISPLAY once while the system
your system, do the following: is off. The demonstration disappears.
1 Make sure the power cord and “– –:– –” appears in the display.
speaker cords are connected  A power failure has occurred. Set the
correctly and firmly. clock (page 36) and timer settings
(page 98) again.
2 Find your problem in the
troubleshooting checklist below and The system does not turn on.
take the indicated corrective action.  Is the power cord plugged in?
 Is the voltage selector set correctly to
If the problem persists after doing all match the local power line voltage?
of the above, consult your nearest Sony (For models with a voltage selector
dealer. only)
If the STANDBY indicator flashes The clock or timer setting is canceled.

Immediately unplug the power cord,  The power cord is disconnected or a
and check the following items. power failure occurred. Redo “Setting
 If your system has a voltage the clock” (page 36). If you have set
selector, is the voltage selector set the timer, redo “Using the timers”
to the correct voltage? (page 98).
 Are you using only the supplied
There is no sound.
speakers?
 Press VOLUME + repeatedly (or
 Are the + and  speaker cords
turn MASTER VOLUME on the unit
short-circuited?
clockwise).
 Is anything blocking the ventilation
holes on the rear of the system?
After the STANDBY indicator stops
flashing, reconnect the power cord,
and turn on the system. If the issue
persists, contact your nearest Sony
dealer.
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 The headphones are connected to the The timer does not function.
PHONES jack.  Check the timer setting and set the
 Check the speaker connections correct time (page 98).
(page 24).  Cancel the Sleep Timer function.
 There is no audio output during Rec
Timer. The remote does not function.
 The system is in pause mode, in Slow-  Remove the obstacles between the
motion Play or in Lock Search. Press remote and the unit.
 (or either  or  on the  Move the remote closer to the unit.
unit) to start the playback.  Point the remote at the unit’s sensor.
 No sound is output when transferring  Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
music to the USB device.  Locate the unit away from the
fluorescent light.
There is no microphone sound.
 Press VOLUME + repeatedly (or There is acoustic feedback.
turn MASTER VOLUME on the  Reduce the volume.
unit clockwise) or turn MIC LEVEL  Move the microphone away from the
on the unit clockwise to adjust the speakers or change the direction of the
microphone volume. microphone.
 Make sure the microphone is
connected to MIC jack correctly. The color irregularity on the TV
 Make sure the microphone is turned screen persists.
on.  Turn off the TV set once, then turn it
on after 15 to 30 minutes. If the color
There is severe hum or noise. irregularity still persists, place the
 A TV or VCR is placed too close to the speakers farther away from the TV set.
unit. Move the unit away from the TV
or VCR.
 Move the unit away from the source of
noise.
 Connect the unit to a different wall
outlet.
 Install a noise filter (commercially
available) to the power cord.
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The sound from the component  Check that the subwoofer is connected
connected to the VIDEO/SAT AUDIO securely and correctly.
IN L/R jacks is distorted.  For MHC-GZR99D, check that the
 If “VIDEO” appears in the display SUBWOOFER indicator on the unit is
when you press VIDEO/SAT on the lit.
unit, switch the display to “SAT” (see
“To switch between the “VIDEO” and There is no sound from the satellite
“SAT” function” (page 108)). speaker (MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D
only).
“THEATRE SYNC” function does not  Check that the satellite speakers are
work. connected securely and correctly.
 If distance between the TV and this
unit is too far, this function may not Disc Player
work. Install the unit near the TV.
The disc does not eject and “LOCKED”
Speakers appears in the display.
 Consult your nearest Sony dealer or
Sound comes from one channel or local authorized Sony service facility.
unbalanced left and right volume.
 Place the speakers as symmetrically as The disc tray does not close.
possible.  Load the disc correctly.
 Check that the speakers are connected  Always close the disc tray by pressing
securely and correctly. OPEN/CLOSE  on the unit. Do not
 The source being played back is forcibly push the disc tray to close it as
monaural. this may cause a malfunction.
Sound lacks bass.
 Check that the speaker’s + and 
terminals are connected correctly.
There is no sound from the

subwoofer.
 Make sure that “SUBWOOFER” setting
is set to “YES.”
 Set the subwoofer level to the
appropriate level.
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The system does not eject the disc. Playback does not start from the first
 You cannot eject the disc when track.
performing CD Synchro Recording or  Shuffle Play mode, Program Play mode
USB TRANSFER. Press  to cancel the or Repeat Play mode is selected.
operation, then press OPEN/CLOSE   Resume playback has been selected.
on the unit to eject the disc. Press  twice. Then, press  (or
 Consult your nearest Sony dealer. either  or  on the unit) to
start playback (page 40).
Playback does not start.  The title of DVD VIDEO or PBC
 Check whether a disc is loaded. menu automatically appears on the TV
 Wipe the disc clean (page 126). screen.
 Reload the disc.
Playback starts automatically.
 Load the disc that this system can play
back (page 39).  The DVD VIDEO features an auto
playback function.
 Load the disc on the disc tray with the
label side facing up. Playback stops automatically.
 Remove the disc and wipe away the  Some discs may contain an auto pause
moisture on the disc, then leave the signal. While playing such a disc, the
system turned on for a few hours until playback stops at auto pause signal.
the moisture evaporates.
 Press  (or either  or  on You cannot perform some functions
the unit) to start playback. such as Stop, Lock Search, Slow-
 The region code on the DVD VIDEO motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play
does not match the system. or Program Play.
 Depending on the disc, you may not
The sound skips. be able to do some of the operations
 Wipe the disc clean (page 126). above. Refer to the operating
 Reload the disc. instructions supplied with the disc.
 Move the unit to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable
stand).
 Move the speakers away from the
unit, or place them on separate stands.
When you listen to a track or file
with bass sounds at high volume, the
speaker vibration may cause the sound
to skip.
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The DATA CD/DVD (MP3 file/JPEG  For MP3 files and JPEG image files, the
image file/DivX video file/MPEG4 DATA CD/DVD contains a video file.
video file) cannot be played back.  The MPEG4 video file does not have
 The DATA CD is not recorded in a the extension “.mp4” or “.m4v.”
format that conforms to ISO 9660  The DivX video file does not have the
Level 1, Level 2, or Joliet (expansion extension “.avi” or “.divx.”
format).
 The video file is larger than 720 (width)
 The DATA DVD is not recorded × 576 (height).
in a format that conforms to UDF
 If you cannot change the “MEDIA”
(Universal Disk Format).
setting, re-load the disc or turn the
 The MP3 file does not have the system off, then on.
extension “.mp3.”
 The data is not stored in the desired The MP3 files take longer time to play
format. back than others.
 The audio file is not stored in MP3  After the system reads all the MP3 files
(MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) format. on the disc, playback may take more
 The system can play back to a depth of time than usual if:
8 folders only.  the number of folders or MP3 files
 The disc contains more than on the disc is very large.
200 folders.  the file structure is extremely
 The folder contains more than 150 files. complex.
 The JPEG image file does not have the
“Data error” appears on the TV
extension “.jpg” or “.jpeg.”
screen when playing a DATA CD/DVD.
 The JPEG image file is larger than
 The MP3 file/JPEG image file you want
3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in
to play is broken.
normal mode, or more than 2,000,000
 The MP3 file does not conform to
pixels in Progressive JPEG mode which
is mainly used on the Internet website. MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3.
 JPEG image files with a high width to  The JPEG image file format does not
length ratio cannot be played back. conform to DCF.
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 The JPEG image file has the extension  Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the
“.jpg” or “.jpeg,” but is not in JPEG output signal may not be the entire 5.1
format. channel. It may be monaural or stereo,
 The DivX video file has the extension even if the sound track is recorded in
“.avi” or “.divx,” but is not in DivX Dolby Digital or MPEG audio format.
format.
The sound loses stereo effect when
 The DivX video file does not conform
you play back a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO
to a DivX Certified profile.
CD, AUDIO CD, MP3 file or video file.
 The MPEG4 video file has the
 Unplug the microphone or press
extension “.mp4” or “.m4v,” but is not
KARAOKE MODE repeatedly until
in MP4 format.
“KARAOKE MODE: OFF” appears in
The disc title, CD-TEXT and DVD-TEXT the display.
characters do not appear properly.  Make sure the system is connected
 The disc is recorded in format other properly.
than ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet  Check the speaker connection
(expansion). (page 24).
 The character code that can be
displayed by this system are as follows: USB device
 Upper cases (A to Z) You cannot start transferring or
 Numbers (0 to 9) recording to a USB device.
 Symbols (< > * +, ? / [ ] \ _)  The following problems may have
Other characters appear as “” for occurred.
MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D, or “_” for  The USB device is full.
MHC-GZR77D.
 The number of files and folders on
The surround effect is difficult to hear the USB device has reached the
when you are playing a Dolby Digital upper limit.
or MPEG audio sound track.  The USB device is write-protected.
 Make sure the sound field is set
properly (page 90).
 Check the speaker connection
(page 24).
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Transferring or recording is stopped Transferring or recording results in
before it is finished. an error.
 You are using an unsupported USB  You are using an unsupported USB
device. See “Compatible devices device. See “Compatible devices
with this system” (page 134) for the with this system” (page 134) for the
supported device types. supported device types.
 The USB device is not formatted  Turn off the system and remove the
correctly. Refer to the operating USB device. If the USB device has a
instructions supplied with the USB power switch, turn the USB device
device for how to format. off and then on again after removing
 Turn off the system and remove the it from the system. Then perform
USB device. If the USB device has a transferring or recording again.
power switch, turn the USB device  The USB device was disconnected
off and then on again after removing or the power was turned off during
it from the system. Then perform the transfer or recording process.
transferring or recording again. Delete the partially-transferred file or
 If the transfer, recording and erase partially-recorded file, and perform
operations are repeated multiple times, transferring or recording again. If this
the file structure within the USB device does not fix the problem, the USB
becomes fragmented. Refer to the device may be broken. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with operating instructions supplied with
the USB device for how to deal with the USB device for how to deal with
this problem. If the problem persists, this problem. If the problem persists,
contact your nearest Sony dealer. contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Continued 
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MP3 files or folders on the USB “OVER CURRENT” appears.
device cannot be erased.  A problem has been detected with the
 Check if the USB device is level of electrical current from the
writeprotected. (USB) port. Turn off the system and
 The USB device was disconnected remove the USB device from the
or the power was turned off during (USB) port. Make sure there is no
the erase operation. Delete the problem with the USB device. If this
partially-erased file. If this does not display pattern persists, contact your
fix the problem, the USB device may nearest Sony dealer.
be broken. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the USB There is no sound.
device for how to deal with this  The USB device is not connected
problem. If the problem persists, correctly. Turn off the system and
contact your nearest Sony dealer. reconnect the USB device, then turn
on the system and check if “USB
Are you using a supported USB MEMORY” lights up.
device?
 If you connect an unsupported USB There is noise, skipping, or distorted
device, the following problems may sound.
occur. See “Compatible devices  Turn off the system, then reconnect the
with this system” (page 134) for the USB device.
supported device types.  The music data itself contains noise,
 The USB device is not recognized. or the sound is distorted. Noise may
 File or folder names are not have entered during the transfer or
displayed on this system. recording process. Delete the file, and
try transferring or recording again.
 Playback is not possible.
 The bit rate used when encoding audio
 The sound skips.
files was low. Send audio files with
 There is noise. higher bit rate to the USB device.
 A distorted sound is output.
 Transferring or recording stops The USB device cannot be connected
before it is finished. into the (USB) port.
 The USB device is being connected
backwards. Connect the USB device in
the correct orientation.
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“READING” is displayed for an The USB device is not recognized.
extended time, or it takes a long time  Turn off the system and reconnect the
before playback starts. USB device, then turn on the system.
 The reading process can take a long  Connect the supported USB device
time in the following cases. (see “Compatible devices with this
 There are many folders or files on the system” (page 134)).
USB device.  The USB device does not work
 The file structure is extremely properly. Refer to the operating
complex. instructions supplied with the USB
 The memory capacity is excessive. device for how to deal with this
 The file size is extremely large. problem. If the problem persists,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
 The internal memory is fragmented.
Thus, we recommend following these “Data error” appears on the display
guidelines. when playing a USB device.
 Total folders on USB device: 200 or  The MP3 file/JPEG image file you want
less to play is broken.
 Total files per folder: 150 or less  The JPEG image file format does not
conform to DCF.
Erroneous display
 The JPEG image file has the extension
 Send the music data to the USB device “.jpg” or “.jpeg,” but is not in JPEG
again, as the data stored in the USB format.
device may have been corrupted.
 The character code that can be Play does not start.
displayed by this system are as follows:  Turn off the system and reconnect the
 Upper cases (A to Z) USB device, then turn on the system.
 Numbers (0 to 9)  Connect the supported USB device
 Symbols (< > * +, ? / [ ] \ _) (see “Compatible devices with this
Other characters appear as “_.” system” (page 134)).
 Press  (or either  or  on
the unit) to start playback.
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Play does not start from the first file.  The MP3 file is not stored in MP3
 Set the play mode to Normal Play (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) format.
mode.  The WMA file stored in WMA DRM/
WMA Lossless/WMA PRO cannot be
Files cannot be played back. played back.
 The MP3 file does not have the  The AAC file stored in copyright-
extension “.mp3.” protected AAC or AAC Lossless format
 The WMA file does not have the cannot be played back.
extension “.wma.”  AAC files encoded at a sampling
 The AAC file does not have the frequency of 96 kHz cannot be played
extension “.m4a.” back.
 The MP4 file does not have the  If you use a partitioned USB device,
extension “.mp4.” only audio files on the first partition
 The audio file is not stored in MP3/ can be played.
WMA/AAC/MP4 format.  The system can play back to a depth of
 The video file is not stored in MP4/ 8 folders only.
DivX format.  The number of folders has exceeded
 The JPEG image file does not have the 200.
extension “.jpg” or “.jpeg.”  The number of files has exceeded 150.
 The JPEG image file is larger than  Files that are encrypted or protected by
3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in passwords, etc. cannot be played back.
normal mode, or more than 2,000,000
pixels in Progressive JPEG mode which * This system supports FAT12, FAT16 and
is mainly used on the Internet website. FAT32, but some USB devices may not
support all of these FAT. For details, see the
 JPEG image files with a high width to operating instructions of each USB device or
length ratio cannot be played back. contact the manufacturer.
 Check the “MEDIA” setting (page 140).
 USB device formatted with file systems
other than FAT12, FAT16 or FAT32 are
unsupported.*
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Picture  Even if your TV is compatible with
progressive format (525p/625p)
There is no picture. signals, the image may be affected
 The “VIDEO/SAT” function is when you set to progressive format. In
selected, but there is no input signal. this case, set to interlace format (the
 Check that the system is connected default setting) (page 32).
securely.
Picture noise appears.
 The video cord is damaged. Replace it
with a new one.  Wipe the disc clean (page 126).
 Make sure you connect the unit to the  If video signal from your system has to
video input jack of your TV (page 106). go through your VCR to your TV, the
copy-protection applied to some DVD
 Make sure you turn on the TV and
VIDEO programs could affect the
operate the TV correctly.
picture quality.
 Make sure you select the video input
 When you play back a VIDEO CD
on the TV so that you can view the
recorded in a different color system
pictures from the system.
from the one you set to the system, the
 Make sure you set the color system picture image may be distorted (except
correctly, according to your TV’s color for Latin American models) (page 64).
system (except for Latin American
 When you connect your TV to the
models).
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
 Make sure you connect the unit and and play back video-based software
your TV using only the supplied video in progressive signal format, some
cord. sections of the image may appear
 Set “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT unnatural due to the conversion
OUT)” to “OFF” if you connect your process.
TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO  Set the color system to match your TV
OUT jacks and your TV cannot accept (except for Latin American models)
progressive signal. (page 31).
 You have set to progressive format
but your TV cannot accept the signal
in progressive format. In this case,
connect the VIDEO OUT jack to the
TV and set to the Interlace format
(page 32).
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The aspect ratio of the TV screen The angles cannot be changed.
cannot be changed even though  Multi-angles are not recorded on the
you can set “TV TYPE” under “VIDEO DVD VIDEO being played back.
SETUP” in the Setup Menu when you  The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing
play back a wide picture. the angles.
 The aspect ratio is fixed on your DVD
VIDEO. Tuner
 Depending on the TV, you may not
change the aspect ratio. The radio presetting is canceled.
 The power cord is disconnected or a
Messages do not appear on the TV power failure occurred for longer than
screen in your desired language. a day. Redo “Presetting a radio station”
 Select the language for the on-screen (page 68).
display in “OSD” under “LANGUAGE
SETUP” in the Setup Menu (page 37). There is severe hum or noise.
(“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the
The language for the sound track display.)
cannot be changed.  Set the proper band and frequency
 Multilingual tracks are not recorded on (page 67).
the DVD VIDEO being played back.  Connect the antenna properly
 The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing (page 24).
the language for the sound track.  Find a place and an orientation that
provide good reception, then set up
The subtitles language cannot be
the antenna again. If you cannot obtain
changed.
good reception, we recommend that
 Multilingual subtitles are not recorded you connect a commercially available
on the DVD VIDEO being played external antenna.
back.
 The supplied FM lead antenna receives
 The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing signals along its entire length, so make
the subtitles. sure you extend it fully.
The subtitles cannot be turned off.
 The DVD VIDEO prohibits turning off
subtitles.
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 Locate the antennas as far away from Optional components
the speaker cords and the power cord
as possible, to avoid picking up noise. There is no sound.
 Try turning off the surrounding  Refer to General item “There is no
electrical equipment. sound.” (page 109) and check the
condition of the system.
A stereo FM program cannot be  Connect the component properly
received in stereo. (page 106) while checking:
 Press REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly  if the cords are connected properly.
until “MONO” disappears from the  if the cord plugs are firmly inserted
display. all the way.
 Turn on the connected component.
Tape deck (except for Latin American  Refer to the operating instructions
models) supplied with the connected
The tape does not record or component and start playback.
playback, or there is a decrease in
sound level. To change the AM tuning interval
 The tape heads are dirty (see “Cleaning (Except for Saudi Arabian models)
the tape heads” (page 129)). The AM tuning interval is factory-preset
to 9 kHz or 10 kHz (for some areas).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or
the sound drops out. 1 Press FUNCTION +/ or TUNER/
BAND repeatedly to select “AM”.
 The capstans or pinch rollers are
dirty (see “Cleaning the tape heads” 2 Press / to turn off the system.
(page 129)).
3 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until “Sony
The tape does not record. DEMO” appears in the display.
 No tape is loaded. Load a tape.
 The tab has been removed from 4 Press / on the unit while holding
the tape. Cover the broken tab with down TUNING + on the unit.
adhesive tape (page 129). “AM 9K STEP” or “AM 10K STEP”
 The tape has reeled to the end. appears in the display.
When you change the interval, all the
AM preset stations are erased.
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If the system still does not operate 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select
properly after performing the (SETUP), then press ENTER.
above measures or other troubles 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select
not described above occur, reset the “CUSTOM,” then press ENTER.
system as follows: The Setup Menu appears.
Use buttons on the unit to reset the
system to its factory default settings. 4 Press  or  repeatedly to select
“SYSTEM SETUP,” then press ENTER.
1 Unplug the power cord.
2 Plug the power cord back in. “RESET,” then press ENTER.
3 Press  to turn on the system. 6 Press  or  repeatedly to select
“YES,” then press ENTER.
4 While holding down , press DISC 3
It takes a few seconds to complete.
and press  at the same time.
Do not press  when resetting the
“COLD RESET” appears in the display. system.
The system is reset to the factory
settings except for the “SETUP” * Except for “PARENTAL CONTROL” settings
settings. You should set the settings
you made, such as the preset stations,
clock and timer.
To return the “SETUP” settings to the

default settings*, perform reset as
follows:
1 Press DISPLAY when playback is
stopped.
screen.
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When displaying the version number
Self-diagnosis Function on the TV screen
When you turn on the system, the
(When letters/numbers appear in the version number [VER.X.XX] (X is a
display) number) may appear on the TV screen.
When the self-diagnosis function Although this is not a malfunction and
is activated to prevent the system for Sony service use only, normal system
from malfunctioning, a 5-character operation will not be possible. Turn off
service number (e.g. C 13 50) with a the system, and then turn on the system
combination of a letter and 4 digits again to operate.
appears on the TV screen or the front
panel display. In this case, check the
following table.
First 3 Cause and corrective
characters of action
the service
number
C 13 This disc is dirty.
 Clean the disc with a
soft cloth (page 127).
C 31 The disc is not inserted
correctly.
 Restart the system,
then re-insert the
disc correctly.
E XX To prevent a
(XX is a malfunction, the
number) system has performed
the self-diagnosis
function.
 Contact your nearest
Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony
service facility and
give the 5-character
service number.
Example: E 61 10
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 The DivX video file does not conform
Messages to DivX Certified profiles.
 The DivX video file has the extension
For MHC-GZR77D, one of the following “.avi” or “.divx,” but is not in DivX
messages may appear or flash in the front format.
panel display during operation.  The MPEG4 video file has the
For MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D, messages extension “.mp4” or “.m4v,” but is not
similar to the following, or more detailed in MP4 format.
information, may appear on the TV
screen during operation. DEVICE ERROR
The USB device could not be recognized
CANNOT PLAY or an unknown device is connected.
 A disc that cannot be played back was
inserted. DEVICE FULL!
 A DVD VIDEO with unsupported The USB device is full.
region code was inserted.
DVD NO DISC
DATA ERROR There is no disc on the disc tray.
You tried to play a file on the USB device
that is not playable. ERASE ERROR
Erase of audio files or folders on the USB
DATA ERROR (for DATA CD/DVDs) device failed.
 The MP3 file, JPEG image file, DivX FATAL ERROR
video file and MPEG4 video file you The USB device has been disconnected
want to play back is damaged. while transferring to the USB device.
 The MP3 file does not conform to
MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 format. FOLDER FULL!
 The JPEG image file does not conform The number of folders on the USB device
to DCF format. has reached the maximum.
 The MP3 file has the extension “.mp3,”
HUB NOT SUPPORTED
but is not in MP3 format.
You have connected a USB hub to this
 The JPEG image file has the extension system.
“.jpg” or “.jpeg,” but is not in JPEG
format.
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INVALID NOT SUPPORTED
You have pressed an invalid button. An unsupported USB device is
connected.
JPEG
A JPEG image file is being played back. OFF TIME NG!
The on time and off time of Play Timer or
NO AUDIO Rec Timer is the same.
There is no audio file in the selected
folder. OVER CURRENT
An over current from the (USB) port
NO DATA was detected.
There is no file or folder to play back.
PASSWORD
NO DEVICE “PARENTAL CONTROL” is set.
No USB device is connected.
PLEASE WAIT
NO TAB (except for Latin American  The system is doing initialization
models) process.
You cannot record the tape because the
 The system is readying for usage of a
tab has been removed from the tape.
USB device.
NO TAPE (except for Latin American
PROTECTED!
models)
The USB device is write-protected.
There is no recordable tape in the tape
deck. PUSH STOP
You have pressed the buttons whose
NOT IN USE
operation is only possible when playback
 You have pressed a button whose is stopped.
operation is not allowed or invalid at
that time.
 You tried to play a disc that is not
playable for recording onto a tape
(except for Latin American models).
Continued 
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READING
 The system is reading information
of the disc. Some buttons are not
Precautions
available. Notes on discs
 The system is recognizing the USB  Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning
device. cloth from the center out to the edge.
 Do not clean discs with solvents, such as
REC ERROR benzine, thinner, or commercially available
Transferring did not start, stopped cleaners or anti-static spray intended for
partway, or otherwise could not be vinyl LPs.
performed.  Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a
TRACK FULL! car parked in direct sunlight.
The number of audio files on the USB
device has reached the maximum. Region code of DVD VIDEOs you can
play back on this system
Your system has a region code printed on the
back of the unit and will only play back DVD
VIDEOs labeled with identical region code.
DVD VIDEOs labeled will also be played
back on this system.
If you try to play back any other region
code DVD VIDEO, the message “Playback
prohibited by area limitations.” will appear
on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD
VIDEO, no region code indication may be
labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO
is prohibited by area restrictions.
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.
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Notes on CD-R/-RW and DVD‑R/- Notes on Multi Session disc
RW/+R/+RW  If the first session is recorded in AUDIO CD
 In some cases, CD-Rs/-RWs and DVD- or VIDEO CD format, only the first session
Rs/-RWs/+Rs/+RWs cannot be played will be played back.
back on this system due to the recording  The system will recognize a Multi Session
quality or physical condition of the disc, or disc as an AUDIO CD if there is a session
the characteristics of the recording device recorded in AUDIO CD format on the disc.
and authoring software. The disc will not However, the system will only play back the
be played back if it has not been correctly disc if the first session is recorded in AUDIO
finalized. For more information, see the CD format.
operating instructions for the recording  This system can play back Multi Session
device. discs when an MP3 file, a JPEG image file,
 Note that some playback functions may not a DivX video file or an MPEG4 video file is
work with some DVD+Rs/+RWs, even if contained in the first session. Any subsequent
they have been correctly finalized. In this MP3 files, JPEG image files, DivX video
case, view the disc by normal playback. files or MPEG4 video files recorded in later
 A disc created in Packet Write format cannot sessions can also be played back.
be played back.  With DATA CD or DATA DVD, the system
will only play back video files even if it
Note on playback operations of DVD contains MP3 files or JPEG image files.
VIDEOs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs Note on copyright-protected content
and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by The transferred music is limited to private
software producers. Since this system play back use only. Use of the music beyond this limit
DVD VIDEOs and VIDEO CDs according requires permission of the copyright holders.
to the disc contents the software producers
designed, some playback features may not On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaner
be available. Also, refer to the instructions Do not use a commercially available cleaning
supplied with the DVD VIDEOs or VIDEO disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type).
CDs. These may cause apparatus to malfunction.
Music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies
This product is designed to play back 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.
Continued 
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On operating voltage On heat buildup
Before operating the system, check that the  Heat buildup on the unit during operation is
operating voltage of the unit is identical with normal and is not cause for alarm.
the voltage of your local power supply.  Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
continuously at a high volume because the
On safety cabinet may have become hot.
 Completely disconnect the power cord  Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
(mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains)
if it is not going to be used for an extended In case color irregularity is observed
period of time. When unplugging the unit,
on a nearby TV screen
always grip the plug. Never pull the cord
With the magnetically shielded type of
itself.
speakers, the speakers can be installed near a
 Should any solid object or liquid get into TV set. However, color irregularity may still
the system, unplug the system, and have be observed on the TV screen depending on
it checked by qualified personnel before the type of your TV set. In this situation, turn
operating it again. off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it
back on. If there is no improvement, move the
On placement speakers far away from the TV.
 Do not place the system in an inclined
position or in locations that are extremely IMPORTANT NOTICE
hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking Caution: If you leave a still video image
adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration, or on-screen display image displayed on
direct sunlight or a bright light. your TV for an extended period of time via
 Be careful when placing the unit or speakers this system, you risk permanent damage
on surfaces that have been specially treated to your TV screen. Projection TVs are
(for example, with wax, oil, polish) as especially susceptible to this.
staining or discoloration of the surface may
result. Cleaning the cabinet
 If the system is brought directly from a cold Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly
to a warm location or is placed in a very moistened with a mild detergent solution.
damp room, moisture may condense on the Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
lens inside the DVD player, and cause the powder, or solvent, such as thinner, benzine,
system to malfunction. In this situation, or alcohol.
remove the disc, and leave the system turned
on for about an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
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To prevent a tape from being
accidentally recorded over (except
for Latin American models)
Specifications
Break off the cassette’s overwrite protection tab
from side A or B as illustrated. Main unit
Break off
the cassette Amplifier section
tab The following measured at AC 127 V, 60 Hz
(Mexican model)
The following measured at AC 127, 220,
240 V, 50/60 Hz (Saudi Arabian model)
The following measured at AC 120, 220,
To later reuse the tape for recording, cover the 240 V, 50/60 Hz (Other models)
broken tab with adhesive tape.
MHC-GZR99D
About a tape longer than 90 minutes Power output (rated):
(except for Latin American models) 135 W + 135 W (at 6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1%
The use of the tape with more than 90 minutes THD, at LINK MODE)
of play time is not recommended except for RMS output power (reference)
long, continuous recording or playback. Front speaker:
175 W + 175 W (per channel at 8 Ω,
Cleaning the tape heads (except for 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Satellite speaker:
Latin American models) 70 W + 70 W (per channel at 24 Ω,
Use dry- or wet-type cleaning cassette
1 kHz, 10% THD)
(available separately) after every 10 hours of
Subwoofer:
use, before you start an important recording,
210 W (at 6 Ω, 100 Hz, 10% THD)
or after playing an old tape. Failure to clean the
tape heads can cause degraded sound quality or
MHC-GZR88D
an inability of the unit to record or play tapes.
Power output (rated):
For details, refer to the instructions of the
125 W + 125 W (at 6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1%
cleaning cassette.
THD, at LINK MODE)
RMS output power (reference)
Front speaker:
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Satellite speaker:
1 kHz, 10% THD)
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MHC-GZR77D FRONT SPEAKER:
Power output (rated): MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D:
105 W + 105 W (at 6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1% Use only the supplied speaker
THD) SS‑GZR99D.
RMS output power (reference): MHC-GZR77D:
180 W+ 180 W (per channel at 6 Ω, Use only the supplied speaker
1 kHz, 10% THD) SS‑GZR77D.
SATELLITE SPEAKER (MHC-GZR99D/
Inputs GZR88D only):
VIDEO/SAT VIDEO IN (phono jack): Use only the supplied speaker
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms SS‑RSX99D.
VIDEO/SAT AUDIO IN L/R (phono jacks): SUBWOOFER (MHC-GZR99D only):
voltage 250/450 mV, impedance Use only the supplied subwoofer
47 kilohms SS‑WGV99D.
MIC 1/MIC 2 (phone jacks): (USB) port: Type A (1)
sensitivity 1 mV, impedance Maximum current:
10 kilohms 500 mA
Outputs Disc player section

VIDEO OUT (phono jack):
max. output level 1 Vp-p, unbalanced, System:
Sync negative, load impedance Compact disc and digital audio and
75 ohms video system
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT: Laser Diode Properties
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms Emission duration: Continuous
Pb/Cb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW
* This output is the value measurement
Pr/Cr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms at a distance of 200mm from the
DVD DIGITAL OUT (Square optical objective lens surface on the Optical
connector jack, rear panel): Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
Wavelength 650 nm Frequency response
PHONES (stereo mini jack): DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 2 Hz  22 kHz
accepts headphones of 8 ohms or (±1 dB)
more CD: 2 Hz  20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
SUBWOOFER OUT (MHC-GZR88D/ Video color system format
GZR77D only): Latin American model: NTSC
Voltage 1 V, impedance 1 kilohm Other models: NTSC and PAL
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Tape deck section (except for Latin Antenna:
AM loop antenna
American models) Antenna terminals:
Recording system: External antenna terminal
4‑track 2‑channel, stereo Intermediate frequency:
450 kHz
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner Speaker
FM tuner section
Tuning range: Front speaker (SS-GZR99D) for MHC-
87.5  108.0 MHz (50 kHz step) GZR99D/GZR88D
Antenna:
FM lead antenna Front speaker (SS-GZR77D) for MHC-
Antenna terminals: GZR77D
75 Ω unbalanced Speaker system:
Intermediate frequency: 3-way, Bass reflex, Magnetically
10.7 MHz shielded
AM tuner section Speaker unit
Tuning range: Subwoofer: 130 mm, cone type
Saudi Arabian models: Woofer: 130 mm, cone type
531  1,602 kHz (9 kHz step) Tweeter: 50 mm, horn type
Latin American model: Rated impedance:
530  1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning 8 ohms (SS-GZR99D),
interval) 6 ohms (SS-GZR77D)
531  1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning Dimensions (w/h/d):
interval) Approx. 252 × 349 × 265 mm
Australian model: Mass:
531  1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning Approx. 4.8 kg
interval)
530  1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning Satellite speaker (SS-RSX99D) for
interval) MHC-GZR99D/GZR88D
Other models: Speaker system:
531  1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning 1-way, Bass reflex
interval) Speaker unit
530  1,610 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning Full-range: 80 mm, cone type
interval) Rated impedance: 24 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d):
Approx. 174 × 96 × 113 mm
Mass:
Approx. 570 g
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Subwoofer (SS-WGV99D) for MHC- Supplied accessories:
GZR99D Remote Commander (1)
Speaker system: AM loop antenna (1)
Subwoofer system, Bass reflex FM lead antenna (1)
Speaker unit Video cord (1)
Subwoofer: 200 mm, cone type Speaker foot (MHC-GZR99D (20),
Rated impedance: 6 ohms MHC-GZR88D (16), MHC-GZR77D
Dimensions (w/h/d): (8))
Approx. 272 × 326 × 320 mm Speaker cords (2) (MHC-GZR99D/
Mass: GZR88D only)
Approx. 6.6 kg Microphone (1) (Philippine model
only)
R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)
General
Power requirements
Argentine and Thai models: Supported file format
AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz
Saudi Arabian model: MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3)
AC 120  127, 220, 230  240 V, File extension: .mp3
50/60 Hz, adjustable with voltage Bitrate: 32  320 kbps, VBR
selector Sampling frequencies: 32/44.1/48 kHz
Mexican model:
AC 127 V, 60 Hz WMA
Other models: File extension: .wma
AC 120, 220, 230  240 V, 50/60 Hz, Bitrate: 48  192 kbps
adjustable with voltage selector Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz
Power consumption
MHC-GZR99D: 215 W AAC
MHC-GZR88D: 170 W File extension: .m4a
MHC-GZR77D: 160 W Bitrate: 48  320 kbps
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers): Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz
Approx. 280 × 326 × 440 mm
Mass (excl. speakers)
MHC-GZR99D: Approx. 13.2 kg
(Latin American models), approx.
13.7 kg (other models)
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DivX
File extension: .avi/.divx
Video codec: DivX video
Bitrate: 8 Mbps (MAX)
Frame rate: 30 fps
Resolution: 720 × 576
Audio codec: MP3
MPEG4
File format: MP4 File Format
File extension: .mp4/.m4v
Video codec:
MPEG4 Simple Profile
(AVC is not compatible.)
Bitrate: 4 Mbps
Frame rate: 30 fps
Resolution: 720 × 576
Audio codec:
AAC-LC
(HE-AAC is not compatible.)
DRM: Not compatible
Design and specifications are subject to

change without notice.
 Standby power consumption: 0.5 W

 Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in the certain printed wiring boards.
133GB
Verified Sony Ericsson mobile phone
Compatible devices Product name Model name
with this system Walkman ® W302 / W350i /
phone W380i / W580i /
You can use the following devices on this W595 / W660i /
system. W710i / W760i /
W850i / W880i /
Verified Sony USB devices W890i / W902 /
W910i / W960i /
Product name Model name W980
Walkman ® NWD-B103 / B105 /
B103F / B105F
Notes
NWD-E023F / E025F  When formatting the USB device, be sure
NWZ-A815 / A816 / to format using the device itself or the
A816B / A818 dedicated formatting software for that device.
Otherwise, you may be unable to transfer
NWZ-A726 / A726B / music to the USB device properly on this
A728 / A728B / A729 / system.
A826 / A828 / A829  Do not use USB devices other than these
NWZ-B133 / B135 / USB devices. Operation of models not listed
B133F / B135F here is not guaranteed.
 Operation may not always be ensured even
NWZ-E435F / E436F / when using these USB devices.
E438F  Some of these USB devices may not be
NWZ-S515 / S516 / available for purchase in certain areas.
S615F / S616F /
S618F / S715F /
S716F / S718F
NWZ-S636F / S638F /
S639F / S736F /
S738F / S739F
IC Recorder ICD-UX71 / UX81 /
UX91
ICD-SX700 / SX800 /
SX900
MICROVAULT USM512JX / 1GJX /
2GJX / 4GJX
USM512JX / 1GJX /
2GJX / 4GJX
USM1GL / 2GL /
4GL / 8GL / 16GL
USM1GLX / 2GLX /
4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX
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Notes on using the Sony Ericsson
mobile phone
 Connect to this system with the power of the
mobile phone on.
 When connecting to this system, set the data
transfer mode of your mobile phone to File
Transfer (Mass Storage). For details, refer
to the operation manual supplied with the
mobile phone.
 Use the USB cable supplied with the mobile
phone when connecting to this system.
 While the mobile phone is connected to this
system, do not insert or remove the memory
card.
 Some files supported by the mobile phone are
not supported by this system.
 In the case that the song which is registered
as the playlist in the mobile phone is erased
by this system, the playlist registration is not
deleted.
 The Play Timer and Rec Timer in this system
are not supported.
Notes on Walkman ®
 Some files supported by the Walkman are
not supported by this system.
®
 When transferring music to a Walkman
using “Media Manager for WALKMAN,” be
®
sure to transfer in MP3 format.
®
 When connecting a Walkman to the
system, be sure to connect after the display
“Creating Library” or “Creating Database” on
®
the Walkman has disappeared.
135GB
Guide to the Control Menu display
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press
DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on, turn off or change the Control Menu display as
follows:
Control Menu display 1  Control Menu display 2*  Control Menu display off 
Control Menu display 1  …
* Control Menu display 2 appears when available.
Control Menu display

The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO
Currently playing title number
Currently playing chapter number
Total number of titles
Control Menu Total number of chapters

items Playback status ( Playback,
 Pause,  Stop, etc.)
Type of disc being

played back
Selected item
Elapsed playing time
Current setting
Function name of Options

selected Control
Menu item
Operation message
To turn off the Control Menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu disappears from the TV screen.
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List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type

[TITLE] (page 40)/[SCENE]/[TRACK] (page 40)
Selects the title, scene or track to be played back.
[CHAPTER] (page 40)/[INDEX]
Selects the chapter or index to be played back.
[TRACK]1) (page 40)
Selects the track or audio file to be played back.
[ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] (page 45)

Selects the playback sequence either to the originally recorded
sequence or to the playlist created on the disc.
[TIME]1) (page 47)
Checks the elapsed playing time and the remaining time.
You can play from a desired point by inputting the time code (DVD
VIDEO/DVD-VR only).
[PROGRAM] (page 47)
Plays back the tracks in the order you want.
[SHUFFLE]1) (page 49, 86)

Plays back the tracks or audio files in random order.
Continued 
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[REPEAT]1) (page 50, 87)
Plays back all discs repeatedly, the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all
files/all folders) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/folder/file
repeatedly.
[A/V SYNC] (page 58)

You can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.
[SETUP]1) (page 36, 61)

QUICK
Use “QUICK” Setup to choose the language of the on-screen display
and the aspect ratio of the TV screen.
CUSTOM
In addition to the “QUICK” setup setting, you can adjust other
settings.
[FOLDER]1) (page 51, 77)

Selects the folder to be played back.
[FILE]1) (page 51)
Selects the JPEG image file or video file to be played back.
[DATE]1) (page 105)
Displays the date when the picture was taken by a digital camera.
[INTERVAL]1) (page 56, 85)

Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the TV
screen.
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[EFFECT]1) (page 57, 86)
Selects the transition effects to be used for changing slides during a
slide show.
[MEDIA]1) (page 52, 55, 57, 82)

Selects the data type (audio file, JPEG image file, video file, or both
MP3 file and JPEG image file) to be played back.
[USB TRANSFER] (page 77)

Transfers music on an AUDIO CD or DATA CD/DVD to a USB
device.
[KARAOKE MODE]1) (page 92)

Sets Karaoke mode to on or off.
[VOCAL SELECT]2) (page 94)

Selects the guide vocal recorded on the “Dolby Digital Karaoke”
Format disc (DVD VIDEO only).
Selects the vocal type recorded on the disc (VIDEO CD, AUDIO CD
only).
Turns off the vocal.
[SCORE MODE]1)2) (page 96)
Calculates your vocal score by comparing your voice with the music
source.
1)
These functions are the same when using a USB device. However, some menu items
may not be available.
2)
This function is only available during Karaoke mode.
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Playback priority of file types
The table below describes the playback priority of file types under the “MEDIA” setting.
File type on “MEDIA” setting

a disc or USB
device VIDEO MUSIC/ MUSIC PHOTO
PHOTO
Disc USB Disc Disc/USB Disc/USB
device device device
Video files only Video files Video files Video files Video files Video files
JPEG image files JPEG image JPEG image JPEG image JPEG image JPEG image
only files files files files files
Audio files only MP3 files Audio files MP3 files Audio files* Audio files*
Video files and Video files Video files JPEG image Video files JPEG image
JPEG image files files files
Video files and Video files Video files MP3 files Audio files* Audio files*
audio files
Audio files and MP3 files Audio files MP3 files Audio files* JPEG image
JPEG image files and JPEG and JPEG files
image files image files
with slide with slide
show show
Video files, audio Video files Video files MP3 files Audio files* JPEG image
files, and JPEG and JPEG files
image files image files
with slide
show
* When using a disc, you can play MP3 files only.
140GB
Language code list
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639:1988 (E/F) standard.
Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language
1027 Afar 1186 Scots Gaelic 1350 Malayalam 1513 Siswati
1028 Abkhazian 1194 Galician 1352 Mongolian 1514 Sesotho
1032 Afrikaans 1196 Guarani 1353 Moldavian 1515 Sundanese
1039 Amharic 1203 Gujarati 1356 Marathi 1516 Swedish
1044 Arabic 1209 Hausa 1357 Malay 1517 Swahili
1045 Assamese 1217 Hindi 1358 Maltese 1521 Tamil
1051 Aymara 1226 Croatian 1363 Burmese 1525 Telugu
1052 Azerbaijani 1229 Hungarian 1365 Nauru 1527 Tajik
1053 Bashkir 1233 Armenian 1369 Nepali 1528 Thai
1057 Byelorussian 1235 Interlingua 1376 Dutch 1529 Tigrinya
1059 Bulgarian 1239 Interlingue 1379 Norwegian 1531 Turkmen
1060 Bihari 1245 Inupiak 1393 Occitan 1532 Tagalog
1061 Bislama 1248 Indonesian 1403 (Afan) Oromo 1534 Setswana
1066 Bengali; Bangla 1253 Icelandic 1408 Oriya 1535 Tonga
1067 Tibetan 1254 Italian 1417 Punjabi 1538 Turkish
1070 Breton 1257 Hebrew 1428 Polish 1539 Tsonga
1079 Catalan 1261 Japanese 1435 Pashto; Pushto 1540 Tatar
1093 Corsican 1269 Yiddish 1436 Portuguese 1543 Twi
1097 Czech 1283 Javanese 1463 Quechua 1557 Ukrainian
1103 Welsh 1287 Georgian 1481 Rhaeto-Romance 1564 Urdu
1105 Danish 1297 Kazakh 1482 Kirundi 1572 Uzbek
1109 German 1298 Greenlandic 1483 Romanian 1581 Vietnamese
1130 Bhutani 1299 Cambodian 1489 Russian 1587 Volapük
1142 Greek 1300 Kannada 1491 Kinyarwanda 1613 Wolof
1144 English 1301 Korean 1495 Sanskrit 1632 Xhosa
1145 Esperanto 1305 Kashmiri 1498 Sindhi 1665 Yoruba
1149 Spanish 1307 Kurdish 1501 Sangho 1684 Chinese
1150 Estonian 1311 Kirghiz 1502 Serbo-Croatian 1697 Zulu
1151 Basque 1313 Latin 1503 Singhalese 1703 Not specified
1157 Persian 1326 Lingala 1505 Slovak
1165 Finnish 1327 Laothian 1506 Slovenian
1166 Fiji 1332 Lithuanian 1507 Samoan
1171 Faroese 1334 Latvian; Lettish 1508 Shona
1174 French 1345 Malagasy 1509 Somali
1181 Frisian 1347 Maori 1511 Albanian
1183 Irish 1349 Macedonian 1512 Serbian
Continued 
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Parental Control area code list
Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Area
2044 Argentina 2165 Finland 2362 Mexico 2149 Spain
2047 Australia 2174 France 2376 Netherlands 2499 Sweden
2046 Austria 2109 Germany 2390 New Zealand 2086 Switzerland
2057 Belgium 2248 India 2379 Norway 2528 Thailand
2070 Brazil 2238 Indonesia 2427 Pakistan 2184 United Kingdom
2079 Canada 2254 Italy 2424 Philippines
2090 Chile 2276 Japan 2436 Portugal
2092 China 2304 Korea 2489 Russia
2115 Denmark 2363 Malaysia 2501 Singapore
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“Dolby Digital Karaoke” format
Glossary (DVD VIDEO only)
The Dolby Digital format, which
Auto Pause reproduces surround sound using
An automatic pause according to the 5 channels, can also contain the
signal encoded on the disc while playing “Dolby Digital Karaoke” format
a VIDEO CD. If the CD/DVD player which is specialized for Karaoke. In
does not resume playback for a long time, the “Dolby Digital Karaoke” format
perform resume playback manually. discs, guide melody and guide vocal
tracks are recorded in addition to the
accompaniment. You can select guide
Chapter vocal when Karaoke mode is turned on.
Subdivision of a title on a DVD VIDEO.
A title is composed of several chapters.
DTS
Digital audio compression technology
DivX® developed by DTS, Inc. This technology
Digital video technology created by conforms to 2-channel surround. The
DivX, Inc. Videos encoded with DivX surround channel is stereo and there
technology are among the highest quality is discrete subwoofer channel in this
with a relatively small file size. format. DTS provides the same 2 discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Dolby Digital The good channel separation is realized
This movie theater sound format is because the all channel data is recorded
more advanced than Dolby Surround discrete and processed in digital.
Pro Logic. In this format, the surround
speakers output stereo sound with
an expanded frequency range and a
subwoofer channel for deep bass is
independently provided. This format is
also called “5.1” because the subwoofer
channel is counted as 0.1 channel (since
it functions only when a deep bass effect
is needed). All six channels in this format
are recorded separately for superior
channel separation. Furthermore, since
all the signals are processed digitally, less
signal degradation occurs.
Continued 
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DVD VIDEO DVD+RW
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable
moving pictures even though its diameter and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a
is the same as an AUDIO CD. The data recording format that is comparable to
capacity of a single-layer and single- the DVD VIDEO format.
sided DVD VIDEO, at 4.7 GB (Giga
Byte), is 7 times that of an AUDIO CD. File
Furthermore, the data capacity of a dual- Audio file (MP3/WMA/AAC file), JPEG
layer and single-sided DVD VIDEO is image file, DivX video file or MPEG4
8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided video file recorded on a DATA CD,
DVD VIDEO 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer DATA DVD or USB device. (“File” is an
and double-sided DVD VIDEO 17 GB. exclusive definition for this system.)
The picture data uses the MPEG 2
format, one of the worldwide standards Film based software, Video based
for digital compression technology. The
picture data is compressed to about 1/40
software
of its original size. The DVD VIDEO DVD VIDEOs can be classified as Film
also uses variable rate coding technology based or Video based software. Film
that changes the data to be allocated based DVD VIDEOs contain the same
according to the status of the picture. images (24 frames per second) that are
The audio data is recorded in Dolby shown at movie theaters. Video based
Digital as well as in PCM, allowing you to DVD VIDEOs, such as television dramas
enjoy more realistic audio presence. or sitcoms, displays images at 30 frames
Furthermore, various advanced functions (or 60 fields) per second.
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided Folder
with the DVD VIDEO. Section of a music or picture piece on a
DATA CD, DATA DVD or USB device
DVD-RW containing MP3 files, JPEG image files,
A DVD-RW is a recordable and DivX video files or MPEG4 video files.
rewritable disc that is the same size as
a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two
different modes: VR mode and Video
mode. DVD-RWs created in Video
mode have the same format as a DVD
VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video
Recording) mode allow the contents to
be programmed or edited.
144GB
Interlace format (Interlaced scanning) Parental Control
The Interlace format is the NTSC A function of the DVD VIDEO to limit
standard method for displaying TV playback of the disc by the age of the
images at 30 frames per second. Each users according to the limitation level in
frame is scanned twice-alternately each country. The limitation varies from
between the even numbered scanning disc to disc; when it is activated, playback
lines and then odd numbered scanning is completely prohibited, violent scenes
lines, at 60 times per second. are skipped or replaced with other scenes
and so on.
Menu Playback
Playback using the menu screens Playback Control (PBC)
recorded on VIDEO CDs with PBC Signals encoded on VIDEO CDs (Version
functions. You can enjoy simple 2.0) to control playback. By using menu
interactive software using the menu screens recorded on VIDEO CDs with
playback function. PBC functions, you can enjoy playing
simple interactive programs, programs
Multi-angle function with search functions, and so on.
Various angles, or viewpoints of the video
camera, for a scene are recorded on some Progressive format (sequential
DVD VIDEOs. scanning)
In contrast to the Interlace format, the
Multilingual function progressive format can reproduce 50 
Several languages for the sound or 60 frames per second by reproducing all
subtitles in a picture are recorded on scanning lines (525 lines for the NTSC
some DVD VIDEOs. system, 625 lines for PAL system). The
overall picture quality increases and still
Multi Session images, text and horizontal lines appear
This is a recording method that enables sharper. This format is compatible with
adding of data using the Track-At-Once the 525 or 625 progressive format.
method. Conventional CDs begin at a
CD control area called the Lead-in and
end at an area called Lead-out. A Multi
Session disc is a disc having multiple
sessions, with each segment from Lead-in
to Lead-out regarded as a single session.
Continued 
145GB
Region Code VIDEO CD
This system is used to protect copyrights. A compact disc that contains moving
A region code is allocated on each DVD pictures.
system or DVD VIDEO according to The picture data uses the MPEG 1
the sales region. Each region code is format, one of the worldwide standards
shown on the unit as well as on the disc for digital compression technology. The
packaging. The system can play back picture data is compressed to about 1/140
the discs that match its region code. The of its original size. Consequently, a 12 cm
system can also play back discs with the VIDEO CD can contain up to 74 minutes
“ ” mark. Even when the region code of moving pictures.
is not shown on the DVD VIDEO, the VIDEO CDs also contain compact audio
region limit may still be activated. data.
Sounds outside the range of human
Scene hearing are compressed while the
On a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, sounds we can hear are not compressed.
the menu screens, moving pictures and VIDEO CDs can hold 6 times the audio
still pictures are divided into sections information of conventional AUDIO
called “scenes.” CDs.
There are 2 versions of VIDEO CDs.
Title  Version 1.1: You can play back only
The longest section of a picture or a moving pictures and sounds.
music piece on a DVD VIDEO; a movie,  Version 2.0: You can play back high-
etc., for a picture piece on video software, resolution still pictures and enjoy PBC
or the entire album in audio software. functions.
This system conforms to both versions.
Track
Section of a music or a picture on a
VIDEO CD, or section of a music on a
CD.
146GB
Index
Numerics D K
16:9 63 DATE 138 Karaoke 92
4:3 LETTER BOX 63 Demonstration 100 KARAOKE MODE 92, 139
4:3 PAN SCAN 63 DivX 66, 143 Karaoke Pon 94
5.1 Channel Surround 105, Dolby Digital 143 Key Control 93
107 DTS 143 SCORE MODE 96, 139
DVD 7, 8 VOCAL SELECT 94, 139
A DVD+RW 7, 144
A/V SYNC 58, 138 DVD-RW 7, 144 L
AUDIO 63 DVD VIDEO 144 Language code list 141
AUDIO DRC 65 LANGUAGE SETUP 37, 62
AUDIO SETUP 65 E
Auto Pause 143 EFFECT 57, 86, 139 M
Main unit 10
B F Manual recording 71
BACKGROUND 65 Fast forward 40 MEDIA 55
Batteries 29 Fast reverse 40 MENU 62
BLACK LEVEL 64 FILE 51, 138 Microphone 92
BLACK LEVEL File 144 MP3 8, 82
(COMPONENT OUT) 64 Film based software 144 Multi-angle 41, 145
FOLDER 51, 87, 138 MULTI-DISC RESUME
C Folder 144 42, 66
CHAPTER 50, 137 Freeze Frame 40 Multilingual 145
Chapter 40, 143 Multi Session Disc 127, 145
COLD RESET 122 I
COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO INDEX 46, 137
CD) 64 Instant Advance 41
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Instant Replay 41
32, 107 Interlace format 145
Controlling the TV 33 INTERVAL 56, 85, 138
Control Menu Display 136
CUSTOM 32, 59, 61 J
JPEG 55, 85, 86
Continued 
147GB
O S U
ORIGINAL 45, 137 SCENE 137 Usable discs 7
OSD 62 Scene 146 USB 74
Other Component Hookup SCREEN SAVER 65 USB device 75
106 SETUP 138 USB TRANSFER 76, 77, 139
Setup Menu 61
P SHUFFLE 49, 86, 137 V
PARENTAL CONTROL 59 Shuffle Play 49, 86 VIDEO CD 7, 146
Parental Control 145 Sleep Timer 98 VIDEO SETUP 37, 63
PAUSE MODE 64 Slow-motion Play 40
PBC Playback 44 Sound Field 90 W
Playback Control (PBC) 145 SPEAKER SETUP 66 WMA 82
PLAY LIST 45, 137 SUBTITLE 63
PROGRAM 47, 137 Synchro recording 71
Program Play 47 SYSTEM SETUP 65
PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT) T
32, 64 THEATRE SYNC 38
TIME 47, 137
Q Timer 98
Quick setup display 36 TITLE 50, 137
Title 146
R TRACK 49, 87, 137
Radio 67 TRACK SELECTION 65
Radio Stations 67 Transferring 75
Rear panel 106 Troubleshooting 109
REC1 76 TV Hookup 30
Recording 71, 80 TV TYPE 63
Region Code 146
Remote 16
REPEAT 50, 87, 138
Repeat Play 50, 87
RESET 122
148GB
 “DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD
License and Trademark VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
®
 DivX is a video file compression
Notice technology, developed by DivX, Inc. DivX,
DivX Certified, and associated logos are
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under
 This product incorporates copyright
license.
protection technology that is protected
by U.S. patents and other intellectual
product.
®
This product is an official DivX certified
property rights. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized  MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
by Macrovision, and is intended for home patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
and other limited viewing uses only unless Thomson.
otherwise authorized by Macrovision.  “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are
Reverse engineering or disassembly is registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
prohibited.  “Memory Stick” is a trademark of Sony
 This system incorporates Dolby1) Digital and Corporation.
DTS2) Digital Surround System.  Windows Media is a registered trademark of
1)
Manufactured under license from Dolby Microsoft Corporation in the United States
Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double- and/or other countries.
D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
2)
Manufactured under license under U.S.
Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS
and DTS 2.0 + Digital Out are registered
trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol
are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©1996-2008
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Continued 
149GB
 THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER
THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT
PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL
USE OF A CONSUMER FOR
(i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE
WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD
(“MPEG-4 VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT
WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER
LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE
MPEG-4 VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL
BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER
USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO
PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND
COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING
MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,
LLC. SEE http://www. mpegla.com/
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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1

For AC 220 V wall outlets

1 Make the appropriate voltage setting

Getting Started Tape

VR (Video  DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video

VIDEO CD  VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0

DATA DVD  DVD-ROM/DVD-R/DVD-RW/

See “Region code of DVD VIDEOs you

Guide to parts and controls

Guide to parts and controls

 USB* button (page 72, 78, 82, 92)

EQ BAND/MEMORY button VIDEO/SAT* button (page 108)

SOUND FIELD button (page 90)

SUBWOOFER indicator (page 89)

* Lights up when selected. (MHC-GZR99D/

TV 1) (on/standby) button

Guide to parts and controls

  (stop) button (page 40, 42, 52,

Guide to parts and controls

ADVANCE button (page 41) 

-/--1) button (page 33)

Guide to parts and controls

Guide to parts and controls

 To satellite speaker (Right)  To front speaker (Left)

 To satellite speaker (Right)  To front speaker (Left)

 To front speaker (Right)  To front speaker (Left)

Black () Gray ()

2 Make sure that no disc is loaded

3 Hold down either  (for Latin

4 Unplug the power cord.

9 Press  or  repeatedly to select Operating a Sony TV

* For double digit number, hold down TV

(MHC‑GZR99D/GZR88D PICTURE MODE

2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

speakers the speaker

3 Press  or  repeatedly to set 2 Press / to turn on the system.

If you make a mistake

To quit “QUICK” setup

Note on the maximum number of

2 Press OPEN/CLOSE  on the 5 Press VOLUME +/ (or turn

2 Press the numeric buttons to

4 Press  or  repeatedly or the

2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

3 Press  or  repeatedly to select

To change a programmed step:

program. To delete a programmed step:

Selected track To delete all of the programmed

To cancel Program Play

Total time of the programmed tracks

6 To program other tracks, repeat

2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

3 Press  or  repeatedly to select

Notes 2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

When Program Play or Shuffle

2 Press DISPLAY. 5 Press  or  repeatedly to select

2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the 3 Press  or  repeatedly to select the

When the sound does not synchronize

2 Press  or  repeatedly to select

3 Press  or  repeatedly to select

1 Press DISPLAY when playback