Sony MHC-M20 Operating Instructions Manual
Home Audio System
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Disc/USB Playback
USB Transfer
Tuner
BLUETOOTH Connection
Sound Adjustment
Other Operations
Additional Information
MHC-M20
For the customers in the USA
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are
located on the rear of the unit. Record
these numbers in the spaces provided
below. Refer to them whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not
cover the ventilation opening of
the appliance with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked
flame sources (for example, lighted
candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance
to dripping or splashing, and do not
place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the appliance.
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.
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.
Indoor use only.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if the battery is
replaced by an incorrect type.
Do not expose batteries or appliances
with battery-installed to excessive
heat, such as sunshine and fire.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product under IEC 60825-1:2007.
This marking is located on the rear
exterior of the unit.
FOR UNITED STATES
CUSTOMERS. NOT APPLICABLE
IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS
AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON
APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y
COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE
QUÉBEC.
For the customers in the USA
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.
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This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the
presence of important
operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the
literature accompanying
the appliance.
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near
water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
NOTE:
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.
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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.
Properly shielded and grounded
cables and connectors must be used
for connection to host computers
and/or peripherals in order to meet
FCC emission limits.
This equipment must not be
co-located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment and
meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure Guidelines. This equipment
should be installed and operated
keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or
more away from person’s body.
For the customers in Canada
Properly shielded and grounded
cables and connectors must be used
for connection to host computers
and/or peripherals.
This device complies with Industry
Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause
interference; and
(2) This device must accept any
interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
This equipment complies with IC
radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment
and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment should be installed and
operated keeping the radiator at least
20 cm or more away from person’s
body.
License and Trademark Notice
• “CD” logo is trademark.
• WALKMAN® and WALKMAN® logo
are registered trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding
technology and patents licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
• Windows Media is either a
registered trademark or trademark
of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other
countries.
• This product is protected by
certain intellectual property rights
of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology
outside of this product is prohibited
without a license from Microsoft or
an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
• LDAC™ and LDAC logo are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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• The BLUETOOTH® word mark and
logos are registered trademarks
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
• Android is a trademark of Google
LLC.
• Google Play and the Google Play
logo are trademarks of Google LLC.
• Apple, iPhone, and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries. App
Store is a service mark of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Use of the Made for Apple badge
means that an accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to
the Apple product(s) identified in
the badge, and has been certified
by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards. Apple is not
responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety
and regulatory standards.
• All other trademarks are trademarks
of their respective owners.
• In this manual, ™ and ® marks are
not specified.
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Some illustrations are presented
as conceptual drawings, and
may be different from the actual
products.
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The text enclosed in double
quotation mark (“--”) appears on
the display.
About this manual
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This manual mainly explains
operations using the remote
control, but the same operations
can also be performed using the
buttons on the unit having the
same or similar names.
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Icons, such as , listed at the
top of each explanation indicate
the type of media that can be used
with the function being explained.
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Table of Contents
About this manual ................. 5
Unpacking .............................. 8
Playable discs or files on
discs/USB device ...................8
Websites for compatible
devices ................................. 10
Guide to parts and
controls ................................. 11
Getting Started
Hooking up the system
securely .................................14
Deactivating the
demonstration ......................15
Inserting batteries ................15
Positioning the speakers ......15
Listening to TV sound via
the system ............................16
Changing the display
mode ..................................... 17
Disc/USB Playback
Before using the USB
device ....................................17
Basic playback ......................17
Using play mode ...................18
Viewing information on the
display ...................................19
USB Transfer
Before using the USB
device ....................................19
Transferring music ................19
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Tuner
Listening to the radio ........... 22
BLUETOOTH Connection
About the BLUETOOTH
wireless technology ............. 23
Pairing this system with a
BLUETOOTH device .............. 24
Listening to music on a
BLUETOOTH device .............. 25
Connecting this system with
multiple BLUETOOTH devices
(Multi-device connection) ... 25
Setting the BLUETOOTH
audio codecs ........................26
Setting the BLUETOOTH
standby mode ...................... 27
Turning on or off the
BLUETOOTH signal ............... 27
Controlling the system using
a smartphone or tablet
(Sony | Music Center) ........... 27
Getting frenzied parties
with the “Fiestable” app ....... 28
Achieving and sharing a
Party People ranking and
getting bonus features with
Party King ............................. 29
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound ............ 29
Selecting the Virtual
Football mode ......................29
Creating your own sound
effect .................................... 30
Creating a party atmosphere
(DJ Effect) .............................30
Other Operations
Enjoying wireless playback
using multiple systems
(Wireless Party Chain
function) ...............................31
Singing along: Karaoke ........ 33
Using the Voice Guidance .... 34
Using the Sleep Timer .......... 35
Using optional equipment ... 35
Deactivating the buttons
on the unit (Child Lock) ........ 35
Setting the automatic
standby function.................. 35
Updating the software ......... 36
Additional Information
Troubleshooting .................. 36
Precautions .......................... 42
Specifications .......................44
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Unpacking
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Unit: HCD-M20 (1)
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Speaker system: SS-M20 (2)
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Remote control (1)
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R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)
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FM lead antenna (1)
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AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
Note
When unpacking or handling a big
and/or heavy speaker, be sure to handle
the speaker with two or more persons.
Dropping the speaker may cause
personal injury and/or property damage.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This product is not portable
and is not specifically designed to
be easily carried. It must be securely
placed on a cabinet.
Playable discs or files on discs/USB device
Playable discs
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AUDIO CD
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CD-R/CD-RW in AUDIO CD format
Playable files on discs
MP3 files (.mp3)
Playable files on USB device
MP3 files (.mp3)
2)
(.wma)
2)
.3gp)
, WAV files (.wav)
Note
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The CD-ROM/-R/-RW must be in DATA
CD format that contains the MP3
and conforms to ISO 9660
Level 2 or Joliet (extended format).
1)2)
1)2)
, AAC files (.m4a/.mp4/
, WMA files
2)
3)
Level 1/
1)2)
files,
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The system will attempt to play back
any data with the extensions above,
even if it is not in the supported format.
Playing this data may generate a
loud noise which could damage your
speaker system.
1)
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a
standard format defined by ISO/
MPEG for compressed audio data. MP3
files must be in MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3
format.
2)
Files with copyright protection (Digital
Rights Management) cannot be played
back by the system.
3)
A logical format of files and folders
on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO
(International Organization for
Standardization).
Discs/files that cannot be played
back
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You cannot play back the
following discs
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Data part of CD-Extra or Mixed
Mode CDs*
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CD Graphics disc
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Super Audio CDs
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DATA CD that is created in Packet
Write format
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DATA CD which has not been
correctly finalized
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A disc that has a non-standard
shape (e.g., heart, square, star)
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A disc that has adhesive tape,
paper, or a sticker attached to it
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You cannot play back the
following files
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A WMA file in WMA DRM, WMA
Lossless, or WMA PRO format.
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An AAC file in AAC DRM or AAC
Lossless format.
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The AAC files which is encoded
at 96 kHz.
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Files that are encrypted or
protected by passwords.
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Files with DRM (Digital Rights
Management) copyright
protection.
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The MP3 PRO audio file can be
played back as MP3 file.
* Mixed Mode CD: This format records
data on the first track and audio (AUDIO
CD data) on the second and subsequent
tracks of a session.
Notes on CD-R/-RW
In some cases, a CD-R/-RW cannot
be played back on this system
due to the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or
the characteristics of the recording
device and authoring software.
For more information, refer to
the operating instructions of the
recording device.
Notes on discs
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This product is designed to play
back discs that conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard.
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DualDisc and some music discs
encoded with copyright protection
technologies do not conform to
the CD standard. Therefore, these
discs may not be compatible with
this product.
Note on multisession disc
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This system can play back
multisession discs when an
MP3 file is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent MP3 files
recorded in later sessions can also
be played back (If later sessions
contain AUDIO CD format, the
system cannot play back this
multisession discs).
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If the first session is recorded in
AUDIO CD format, only the first
session will be played back.
Notes on playable files
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Playback may take a longer time
to start when:
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a DATA CD/USB device is
recorded with a complicated
tree structure.
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the audio files in another folder
have just been played back.
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The system can play back a DATA
CD or a USB device in the following
conditions:
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up to a depth of 8 folders
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up to 300 folders
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up to 999 files in a disc
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up to 2,000 files in a USB device
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up to 650 files in a folder
These numbers may vary
depending on the file or folder
configuration.
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Folders that have no audio files
are skipped.
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Files transferred by a device such
as a computer may not be played
back in the order in which they
were transferred.
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The playback order may not be
applicable depending on the
software used for creating the
audio file.
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Compatibility with all encoding/
writing software of the supported
formats, recording devices,
and recording media cannot be
guaranteed.
Notes about USB devices
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This system is not guaranteed to
operate with all USB devices.
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Although there are a variety
of complex functions for USB
devices, the playable contents
of USB devices connected to the
system are music contents only.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the USB device.
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When a 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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Do not connect the system and
the USB device through a USB hub.
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With some connected USB
devices, there may be a delay
before an operation is performed
by this system.
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The playback order for the system
may differ from the playback order
of the connected USB device.
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Before using a USB device, make
sure that no virus-ridden files are
on the USB device.
Websites for compatible devices
Check the websites below for the
latest information about compatible
USB and BLUETOOTH devices.
For customers in the United States:
<https://esupport.sony.com/US/>
For customers in Canada:
<http://esupport.sony.com/CA/>
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iPhone 6
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iPhone 6 Plus
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iPhone 5s
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iPhone 5c
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iPhone 5
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iPhone 4s
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iPod touch (6th generation)
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iPod touch (5th generation)
Compatible iPhone/iPod models
The compatible iPhone/iPod models
are as follows. Update your iPhone/
iPod with the latest software before
using with the system.
Made for
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iPhone X
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iPhone 8
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iPhone 8 Plus
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iPhone 7
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iPhone 7 Plus
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iPhone SE
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iPhone 6s
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iPhone 6s Plus
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Guide to parts and controls
You can lock the keys except (power) on the unit to prevent them from
being operated by mistake (page 35).
Unit (Front)
* The and MIC LEVEL + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference
when operating the system.
(power)
BLUETOOTH (page 25, 26)
FOOTBALL
Turns on the system, or sets it to
standby mode.
BLUETOOTH indicator (page
23)
PAIRING
Hold down to activate
BLUETOOTH pairing during
BLUETOOTH function.
FIESTA (page 29)
SOUND FIELD (page 29)
Disc tray
(open/close)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
+/– (select folder)
Selects a folder on a data disc or
a USB device.
/ (go backward/go
Display
Remote control sensor
(page15)
forward) (page 18)
TUNING+/– (page 22)
S1, S2, S3, S4 (page 30)
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MIC ECHO (page 33)
MIC LEVEL +/– (page 33)
MIC jack
Use to connect a microphone.
(USB) (REC/PLAY) port
Use to connect a USB device.
This port can be used for both
playback and music transfer.
MEGA BASS (page 29)
SAMPLER (page 30)
DJ OFF (page 31)
•VOLUME/DJ CONTROL knob
Adjusts the volume.*
Adjusts the FLANGER and
ISOLATOR effect or outputs
the SAMPLER sound effect
continuously (page 30).
* You cannot use this knob to adjust
the volume when DJ Effect is
selected.
FLANGER (page 30)
ISOLATOR (page 30)
(play)
Starts playback.
Hold down for more than
2 seconds, the built-in sound
demonstration will be played
back. To stop the demonstration,
press .
(stop)
— Stops playback.
When pressed twice, resume
playback can be canceled.
— Stops transfer during music
transfer.
— Stops the built-in sound
demonstration.
FUNCTION
Selects a function.
Remote control
W.PARTY CHAIN (Wireless
Party Chain) (page 31)
FOOTBALL (page 29)
VOCAL FADER (page 34)
VOICE CHANGER (page 34)
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(power)
Turns on the system, or sets it to
standby mode.
PLAY MODE (page 18, 20)
REPEAT/FM MODE (page 19,
22)
PARTY LIGHT
LIGHT MODE
1)
1)
REC TO USB
Transfers music to the USB
device connected to the
(USB) port.
TUNER MENU (page 22)
BACK
Returns to the previous display.
OPTIONS
Enters or exits options menu.
/
Selects the menu items.
+/– (select folder)
Selects a folder on a data disc or
a USB device.
(enter)
Enters or confirms the settings.
FUNCTION
Selects a function.
MEGA BASS (page 29)
SOUND FIELD (page 29)
/ (fast reverse/fast
forward) (page 18)
(play)
2)
Starts playback.
/ (go backward/go
forward) (page 18)
PRESET+/– (page 23)
(pause)
Pauses playback. To resume
playback, press .
(stop)
— Stops playback.
When pressed twice, resume
playback can be canceled.
— Stops transfer during music
transfer.
— Stops the built-in sound
demonstration.
KEY CONTROL / (page 34)
VOL (volume) +/–
2)
Adjusts the volume.
MIC ECHO (page 33)
VOCAL FADER (page 34)
SCORE (page 34)
DISPLAY (page 15, 17, 19, 24)
Changes the information on the
display.
SLEEP (page 35)
1)
The PARTY LIGHT and LIGHT MODE
buttons are not used for model
MHC-M20.
2)
The and VOL + buttons have a
tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
reference when operating the system.
TUNING+/– (page 22)
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system securely
Unit (Rear)
FM ANTENNA terminal
Find a location and an
orientation that provide good
reception when you set up the
antenna.
Keep the antenna away from the
speaker cables, the AC power
cord (mains lead) and the USB
cable to avoid picking up noise.
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
AUDIO IN L/R jacks
Use an audio cable (not supplied)
to connect to the audio output
jacks of a TV or an audio/video
equipment. The sound is output
through this system.
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SPEAKERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector
of the speaker to this terminal.
Note
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Be sure to use only the supplied
speakers.
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When connecting speaker cables,
insert the connector straight into
the terminals.
AC power cord (mains lead)
Connect the AC power cord
(mains lead) (supplied) to the
unit, then plug it into a wall
outlet.
AC power cord
(mains lead)
(supplied)
To the wall outlet
When the AC power cord
(mains lead) is connected, the
demonstration (page 17)
starts automatically. If you press
(power) to turn on the system,
the demonstration ends.
Note
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Do not mix an old battery with a new
one or mix different types of batteries.
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If you do not use the remote control
for a long period of time, remove the
batteries to avoid damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
To operate the system using the
remote control
Point the remote control at the unit’s
remote control sensor.
Getting Started
Deactivating the demonstration
To deactivate the demonstration
while the system is turned off, press
DISPLAY repeatedly to select the no
display mode (Power Saving Mode)
(page 17).
Inserting batteries
Insert the two supplied R03 (size
AAA) batteries, matching the
polarities shown below.
Positioning the speakers
To obtain optimum performance
from the system, we recommend
you to place the speakers as shown
below.
Unit
Speaker (left)
Speaker (right)
0.3 m
(1 ft)
0.3 m
(1 ft)
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