Operating Instructions
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
4-227-887-13(1)
©2000 Sony Corporation
MHC-ZX10
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No.
_______________
Serial No. _______________
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
This appliance is classified as
a CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT MARKING is
located on the rear exterior.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN
THE U.S.A.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN
CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE
THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN NORTH
AMERICA
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
As
ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has
determined that this product meets the
ENERGY
STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
This stereo system is equipped with the Dolby B-type
noise reduction system*.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
DOLBY and the double-D symbol ; are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
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* European model only
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system ................ 4
Step 2: Setting the time ............................ 6
Step 3: Presetting radio stations ............... 8
Saving the power in standby mode ......... 10
Basic Operations
Playing a CD ........................................... 11
Recording a CD ....................................... 13
Listening to the radio .............................. 14
Recording from the radio ........................ 16
Playing a tape .......................................... 17
Recording from a tape ............................. 20
The CD Player
Using the CD display .............................. 21
Playing the CD tracks repeatedly ............ 22
Playing the CD tracks in random order ... 23
Programming the CD tracks .................... 24
The Tape Deck
Recording on a tape manually ................. 26
Recording a CD by specifying track order
.......................................................... 27
DJ Effects
Looping part of a CD .............................. 30
Flashing part of a CD .............................. 31
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound ................................ 31
Selecting the preset audio effect file ....... 32
Changing the spectrum analyzer display 34
Selecting surround effects ....................... 35
Controlling the graphic equalizer ............ 36
Creating a personal audio effect file ....... 37
Other Features
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)* .... 38
Falling asleep to music ............................ 40
Waking up to music ................................ 41
Timer-recording radio programs ............. 43
Optional components
Connecting audio components ................ 45
Connecting a VCR .................................. 46
Connecting surround speakers ................ 47
Connecting external antennas ................. 47
Additional Information
Precautions .............................................. 49
Troubleshooting ...................................... 50
Specifications .......................................... 53
Parts Identification for the remote .......... 55
Index ........................................................ 56
Items in "Sound Mode" and "Set Up Mode"
............................................ Back cover
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1 Connect the front speakers.
Connect the speaker cords of the front
speakers to the FRONT SPEAKER jacks as
below.
R
L
+
Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system
Follow steps 1 through 3 of the following procedure to hook up your system using the supplied cords
and accessories.
2
3
1
1
1
Note
Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas
to prevent noise.
Insert only the stripped portion.
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
Front speaker (Right)
Black/Stripe (#)
Red/Solid
(3)
Front speaker (Left)
5
Getting
Started
2 Connect the FM/AM antennas.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then
connect it.
Jack type A
FM75
AM
Jack type B
FM75
AM
COAXIAL
AM loop antenna
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally.
AM loop antenna
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally.
continued
3 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
If the supplied adapter on the plug does not
fit your wall outlet, detach it from the plug
(only for models equipped with an adapter).
To connect optional components
See page 45.
To deactivate/activate the
demonstration
When you set the time ("Step 2: Setting the time"
on page 6), the demonstration is deactivated.
To activate/deactivate the demonstration again,
press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is
off.