Sony MHC-RG590S User Manual

MHC-GX470/RG590S/RG490S/RG290/RG190.GB.2-668-367-12(1)

Precautions

Discs that this system CAN play
•  Audio CD
•  CD-G (CD-Graphics) (Mexican model only)
•  CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)

Discs that this system CANNOT play
•  CD-ROM
•  CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in 

music CD format or MP3 format conforming 
to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet or 
multisession

•  CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that 

have not ended by “closing the session”

•  CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, 

CD-R/CD-RW that have scratches or are 
dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an 
incompatible recording device

•  CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
•  Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 

Audio Layer-3 (MP3) files

•  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

Notes on discs
•  Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning 

cloth from the center out to the edge.

•  Do not clean discs with solvents, such as 

benzine thinner, or commercially available 
cleaners or anti-static spray intended for 
vinyl LPs.

•  Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat 

sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a 
car parked in direct sunlight.

On safety
•  The unit is not disconnected from the 

AC power source (mains) as long as it is 
connected to the wall socket, even if the unit 
itself has been turned off.

•  Completely disconnect the power cord 

(mains lead) from the wall socket (mains) 
if it is not going to be used for an extended 
period of time. When unplugging the unit, 
always grip the plug. Never pull the cord 
itself.

•  Should any solid object or liquid get into 

the system, unplug the system, and have 
it checked by qualified personnel before 
operating it again.

•  The AC power cord can be changed only by 

a qualified service facility.

On placement
•  Do not place the system in an inclined 

position or in locations that are extremely 
hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking 
adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration, 
direct sunlight or a bright light.

•  Be careful when placing the unit or speakers 

on surfaces that have been specially treated 
(for example, with wax, oil, polish) as 
staining or discoloration of the surface may 
result.

•  If the system is brought directly from a 

cold to a warm location or is placed in a 
very damp room, moisture may condense 
on the lens inside the CD player, and cause 
the system to malfunction. In this situation, 
remove the disc, and leave the system turned 
on for about an hour until the moisture 
evaporates.

On heat buildup
•  Heat buildup on the unit during operation is 

normal and is not cause for alarm.

•  Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used 

continuously at a high volume because the 
cabinet may have become hot. 

•  Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

This speaker system is not magnetically 
shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets 
may become magnetically distorted. In this 
situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 
minutes, and turn it back on. If there is no 
improvement, move the speakers far away 
from the TV.

Caution: If you leave a still video image or 

on-screen display image displayed on your TV 

for an extended period of time via this system, 

you risk permanent damage to your TV screen. 

Projection TVs are especially susceptible to 

this.