Sony PCG-GR300 Manual

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To Use the Visualizer, Equalizer, and Sound Effects 
Your VAIO
®
 MX computer has special features to enhance your music experience. You can view synchronized images while
listening to music, enhance the sound quality and add special effects to your favorite songs. 
Using the Visualizer 
1.
Click 
. The Visualizer window appears. 
2.
Click the Options button and point to Select Visualizer. The images on the Visualizer window change, enabling
you to select your preference. 
3.
Click the Full Screen button or double-click anywhere on the Visualizer window to view the images in full-screen
mode. You can restore the original window size by pressing the Esc key or double-clicking anywhere on the
Visualizer window. 
4.
Click Visualizer again to close the Visualizer window. 
  Note: 
 
The movements of Visualizer images do not synchronize with songs that are on a MiniDisc. 
Using the MX Equalizer 
1.
Click 
. The MX Equalizer window appears. Select the desired sound mode from the drop-down list. 
Sound Mode  Description 
Flat 
Equalizes the gain in each frequency range. Use this mode if you do not want to apply equalization
during playback. 
Pop 
Selects the settings that are most suitable for Pop music. 
Rock 
Selects the settings that are most suitable for Rock music. 
Jazz 
Selects the settings that are most suitable for Jazz music. 
Classic 
Selects the settings that are most suitable for Classical music. 
User1/User2 Selects your customized equalizer settings. See 
2.
Click Close. The next time you play a song, the selected sound mode is applied to the song. 
To use custom equalizer settings 
1.
Click 
. The MX Equalizer Editor dialog box appears. 
2.
Select User1 or User2, and click Edit. 
3.
Set your desired adjustments to the Center frequency, Q-value and gain, by using the sliders. 
4.
Set the Bass Boost, as desired, by selecting the On option of the Bass boost. Move the slider to adjust levels. 
5.
Set the Treble, as desired, by selecting the On option of the Treble. Move the slider to adjust levels. 
6.
Click OK. The MX Equalizer Editor dialog box closes and the settings are registered for User1 or User2, depending
on your selection. 
7.
Click OK. The MX Equalizer window closes. 
Using sound effect settings 
1.
Click 
. A sound effects menu displays. 
2.
Select the desired sound effect from the menu. 
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