Home Audio System
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Disc/USB Playback
USB Transfer
Tuner
BLUETOOTH Connection
Sound Adjustment
Other Operations
Additional Information
MHC-M80D/MHC-M60D/MHC-M40D
WARNING
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.
For product with CE marking
The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).
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.
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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 customers in Europe
Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as household
waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbol for lead (Pb) is added if the battery contains more than 0.004% lead. By ensuring that these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help to prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated properly, hand over these products at end-of-life to the appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery.
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives.
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation. EU Importer: Sony Europe Limited.
Inquiries to the EU Importer or related to product compliance in Europe should be sent to the manufacturer’s authorized representative, Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935 Zaventem, Belgium.
MHC-M60D only:
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.compliance.sony.de/
This radio equipment is intended to be used with the approved version(s) of software that are indicated in
the EU Declaration of Conformity. The software loaded on this radio equipment is verified to comply with the essential requirements of the Directive 2014/53/EU.
You can check the software version by pressing OPTIONS, then select “SYSTEM” – “VERSION” using/ and .
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC regulation using a connection cable shorter than
3 meters.
This Home Audio System is designed to be used for the following purposes:
•• Playing back music/video sources on discs or USB devices
•• Transferring music to USB devices
•• Listening to radio stations
•• Listening to TV sound
•• Playing back music sources on BLUETOOTH devices
•• Enjoying social gatherings with the Wireless Party Chain function
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For customers in Australia
Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other countries with separate collection systems)
For customers in the United Arab Emirates
License and Trademark Notice
•• is a trademark of DVD Format/ Logo Licensing Corporation.
•• “DVD+RW”, “DVD-RW”, “DVD+R”, “DVD-R”, “DVD VIDEO”, and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
•• 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.
•• This system incorporates Dolby* Digital.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
•• This system incorporates HighDefinition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
•• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
•• LDAC™ and LDAC logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
•• 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 is a trademark of Google LLC.
•• Apple, iPhone, iPod, 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.
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•• 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.
•• 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 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, L.L.C. HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
•• All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
•• In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.
••The instructions in this manual are for models MHC-M80D, MHC-M60D, and MHC-M40D.
In this manual, the MHC-M80D is used for illustration purpose unless stated otherwise.
••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.
••Icons, such as , listed at the top of each explanation indicate the type of media that can be used with the function being explained.
••Some illustrations are presented as conceptual drawings, and may be different from the actual products.
••The items displayed on the TV screen may vary depending on the area.
••The default setting is underlined.
••The text enclosed in bracket ([--]) appears on the TV screen, and the text enclosed in double quotation mark (“--”) appears on the display.
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Table of Contents |
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About this manual.................. |
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Unpacking.............................. |
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Playable discs or files on |
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discs/USB device.................... |
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Websites for compatible |
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devices................................... |
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Guide to parts and |
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controls.................................. |
12 |
Getting Started |
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Hooking up the system |
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securely................................. |
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Deactivating the |
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demonstration....................... |
21 |
Inserting batteries................. |
21 |
Positioning the speakers....... |
21 |
Connecting the TV................ |
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Changing the color |
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system.................................. |
24 |
Performing the quick |
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setup..................................... |
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Changing the display |
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mode.................................... |
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Disc/USB Playback |
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Before using the USB |
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device................................... |
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Basic playback...................... |
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Other playback |
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operations............................ |
26 |
Using play mode................... |
29 |
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Restricting playback of the |
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disc (Parental Control).......... |
30 |
Viewing information of a |
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disc and USB device............... |
31 |
Using the Setup Menu.......... |
32 |
USB Transfer |
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Before using the USB |
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device................................... |
36 |
Transferring music................ |
36 |
Tuner |
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Listening to the radio........... |
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BLUETOOTH Connection |
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About the BLUETOOTH |
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wireless technology............. |
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Pairing this system with a |
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BLUETOOTH device................ |
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Listening to music on a |
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BLUETOOTH device............... |
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Connecting this system with |
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multiple BLUETOOTH devices |
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(Multi-device connection).... |
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Setting the BLUETOOTH |
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audio codecs........................ |
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Setting the BLUETOOTH |
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standby mode...................... |
44 |
Turning on or off the |
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BLUETOOTH signal................ |
44 |
Controlling the system using |
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a smartphone or tablet |
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(Sony | Music Center)........... |
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Getting frenzied parties |
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with the “Fiestable” app....... |
46 |
Achieving and sharing a |
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Party People ranking and |
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getting bonus features |
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with Party King...................... |
46 |
Sound Adjustment |
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Adjusting the sound............. |
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Adjusting the subwoofer |
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level (MHC-M80D only)........ |
47 |
Selecting the Virtual |
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Football mode...................... |
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Creating your own sound |
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effect.................................... |
48 |
Creating a party atmosphere |
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(DJ Effect).............................. |
48 |
Other Operations |
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Using the Control for HDMI |
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function................................ |
49 |
Enjoying wireless playback |
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using multiple systems |
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(Wireless Party Chain |
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function)................................ |
51 |
Singing along: Karaoke........ |
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Using the Voice Guidance.... |
54 |
Enjoying sound from a |
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guitar.................................... |
54 |
Enjoying music with the |
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Party Light and Speaker |
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Light (MHC-M80D/ |
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MHC-M60D only).................. |
55 |
Using the Sleep Timer.......... |
56 |
Using optional equipment... |
56 |
Deactivating the buttons on |
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the unit (Child Lock).............. |
56 |
Setting the automatic |
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standby function.................. |
56 |
Updating the software......... |
57 |
Additional Information |
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Troubleshooting................... |
57 |
Precautions........................... |
67 |
Specifications....................... |
69 |
Language code list............... |
72 |
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••Remote control (1)
••R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)
••FM lead antenna (1)
••AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
••AC plug adaptor* (1) (supplied only for certain areas)
*This plug adaptor is not for the use in Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay. Use this plug adaptor in the countries where it is necessary.
MHC-M80D only
••Unit: HCD-M80D (1)
••Speaker system: SS-M80D (2)
••Subwoofer: SS-WM80D (1)
MHC-M60D only
••Unit: HCD-M60D (1)
••Speaker system: SS-M60D (2)
MHC-M40D only
••Unit: HCD-M40D (1)
••Speaker system: SS-M40D (2)
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
••DVD VIDEO
••DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode
••DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format
••VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 discs)
••Super VCD
••CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in VIDEO CD format or super VCD format
••AUDIO CD
••CD-R/CD-RW in AUDIO CD format
Playable files on discs
••Music:
MP3 files (.mp3)*1*2
••Video:
MPEG4 files (.mp4/.m4v)*2*3, Xvid files (.avi)
Playable files on USB device
••Music:
MP3 files (.mp3)*1*2, WMA files (.wma)*2, AAC files (.m4a/.mp4/
.3gp)*2, WAV files (.wav)*2
••Video:
MPEG4 files (.mp4/.m4v)*2*3, Xvid files (.avi)
Note
••The discs must be in the following format:
——CD-ROM/-R/-RW in DATA CD format that contains the MP3*1*2, MPEG4*2*3 and Xvid files, and conforms to
ISO 9660*4 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet (extended format).
——DVD-ROM/-R/-RW/+R/+RW in DATA DVD format that contains the
MP3*1*2, MPEG4*2*3 and Xvid files, and conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
••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.
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*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 MPEG4 files must be recorded in MP4 file format. Supported video codec and audio codec are as follows:
——Video codec: MPEG4 Simple Profile (AVC is not supported.)
——Audio codec: AAC-LC (HE-AAC is not supported.)
*4 A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).
Discs/files that cannot be played back
••You cannot play back the following discs
——BDs (Blu-ray Discs)
——CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format
——Data part of CD-Extra or Mixed Mode CDs*
——CD Graphics disc
——Super Audio CDs
——DVD Audio
——DATA CD/DATA DVD that is created in Packet Write format
——DVD-RAM
——DATA CD/DATA DVD which has not been correctly finalized
——CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) compatible DVD-R/-RW recorded in CopyOnce programs
——A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., heart, square, star)
——A disc that has adhesive tape, paper, or a sticker attached to it
••You cannot play back the following files
——The video files which is larger than 720 (width) × 576 (height) pixels.
——The video files with a high width to length ratio.
——A WMA file in WMA DRM, WMA Lossless, or WMA PRO format.
——An AAC file in AAC DRM or AAC Lossless format.
——The AAC files which is encoded at 96 kHz.
——Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords.
——Files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) copyright protection.
——Some Xvid files that are longer than 2 hours.
••The MP3 PRO audio file can be played back as MP3 file.
••The system may not play back an Xvid file when the file has been combined from two or more Xvid files.
*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 and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW
••In some cases, a CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+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.
••Some playback functions may not work with some DVD+Rs/+RWs, even if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback.
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Notes on discs
••This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
••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
This system can play back continuous sessions on a disc when they are recorded in the same format as the first session. However, the playback is not guaranteed.
Note on DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD playback operations
Some playback operations for a DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD may be intentionally restricted by software producers. Therefore,
some playback features may not be available. Be sure to read the operating instructions of the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD.
Notes on playable files
••Playback may take a longer time to start when:
——a DATA CD/DATA DVD/USB device is recorded with a complicated tree structure.
——the audio files or video files in another folder have just been played back.
••The system can play back a DATA CD/DATA DVD or a USB device in the following conditions:
——up to a depth of 8 folders
——up to 300 folders
——up to 999 files in a disc
——up to 2,000 files in a USB device
——up to 650 files in a folder These numbers may vary depending on the file or folder configuration.
••Folders that have no audio files or video files are skipped.
••Files transferred by a device such as a computer may not be played back in the order in which they were transferred.
••The playback order may not be applicable depending on the software used for creating the audio file or video file.
••Compatibility with all encoding/ writing software of the supported formats, recording devices,
and recording media cannot be guaranteed.
••Depending on the Xvid file, the picture may be unclear or the sound may skip.
Notes about USB devices
••This system is not guaranteed to operate with all USB devices.
••Although there are a variety of complex functions for USB devices, the playable contents of USB devices connected to
the system are music and video contents only. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the USB device.
••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.
••Do not connect the system and the USB device through a USB hub.
••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.
••Before using a USB device, make sure that no virus-ridden files are on the USB device.
Check the websites below for the latest information about compatible USB and BLUETOOTH devices.
For customers in Latin America:
<http://esupport.sony.com/LA>
For customers in Europe and Russia:
<http://www.sony.eu/support>
For customers in other countries/ regions:
<http://www.sony-asia.com/ support>
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
••iPhone X
••iPhone 8
••iPhone 8 Plus
••iPhone 7
••iPhone 7 Plus
••iPhone SE
••iPhone 6s
••iPhone 6s Plus
••iPhone 6
••iPhone 6 Plus
••iPhone 5s
••iPhone 5c
••iPhone 5
••iPhone 4s
••iPod touch (6th generation)
••iPod touch (5th generation)
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You can lock the keys except (power) on the unit to prevent them from being operated by mistake (page 56).
Unit (Front)
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*The and MIC/GUITAR LEVEL + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
(power)
Turns on the system, or sets it to standby mode.
BLUETOOTH
Selects BLUETOOTH function.
BLUETOOTH indicator (page 40)
PAIRING
Hold down to activate
BLUETOOTH pairing during
BLUETOOTH function.
Display
Remote control sensor (page 21)
FIESTA (page 47) SOUND FIELD (page 47)
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 forward) (page 26)
TUNING+/– (page 39) S1, S2, S3, S4 (page 48)
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MIC ECHO (page 53) GUITAR (page 55)
MIC/GUITAR LEVEL +/– (page 54)
MIC1 jack
Use to connect the microphone.
MIC2/GUITAR jack
Use to connect the microphone or guitar.
(USB) (REC/PLAY) port
Use to connect a USB device. This port can be used for both playback and music transfer.
MEGA BASS (page 47)
Front panel lighting
(MHC-M80D/MHC-M60D only) If the front panel lighting is glaring, do not look directly at it.
SAMPLER (page 48) DJ OFF (page 49)
VOLUME/DJ CONTROL knob
Adjusts the volume.* Adjusts the FLANGER and ISOLATOR effect or outputs the SAMPLER sound effect continuously (page 48).
*You cannot use this knob to adjust the volume when DJ Effect is selected.
FLANGER (page 48) ISOLATOR (page 48)
W.PARTY CHAIN (Wireless Party Chain) (page 51)
PARTY LIGHT (page 25, 55)
(MHC-M80D only)
SPEAKER LIGHT (page 55)
(MHC-M60D only)
FOOTBALL (page 47)
(MHC-M40D only)
VOCAL FADER (page 53) VOICE CHANGER (page 54)
(stop)
——Stops playback.
When pressed twice, resume playback can be canceled.
——Stops transfer during music transfer.
——Stops the built-in sound demonstration.
(play)
Starts playback.
Hold down for more than 2 seconds, the built-in sound demonstration will be played
back. To stop the demonstration, press .
FUNCTION
Selects a function.
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Speaker (Rear) |
Remote control |
MHC-M80D only
Party Light |
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Do not look directly at the light |
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emitting part when the Party |
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Light is turned on. |
(power) |
MHC-M80D/ MHC-M60D
MHC-M40D
Turns on the system, or sets it to standby mode.
DISPLAY (page 21, 25, 32, 39, 41)
Changes the information on the display.
SLEEP (page 56)
PLAY MODE (page 29, 37)
MHC-M80D/MHC-M60D only: DISPLAY*1 (page 31)
Views or hides the on-screen display.
PARTY LIGHT (page 25, 55)
LIGHT MODE (page 55)
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REPEAT/FM MODE (page 30, 39)
MHC-M40D only:
DISPLAY (page 31)
Views or hides the on-screen display.
FM MODE (page 39)
REPEAT (page 30)
Numeric (0 – 9) buttons*1*2
——Selects a track, chapter or file with its item number.
——Enters numbers or values.
MEGA BASS (page 47)
REC TO USB
Transfers music to the USB device connected to the (USB) port.
MEDIA MODE (page 26)
Selects the media to be played back on a data disc or USB device.
SUBTITLE (page 28) AUDIO*2 (page 28, 32) ANGLE (page 28) SCORE (page 53)
VOICE CHANGER (page 54) MIC LEVEL +/– (page 53) VOCAL FADER (page 53) MIC ECHO (page 53)
+/– (select folder)
Selects a folder on a data disc or a USB device.
KEY CONTROL / (page 53)
DVD TOP MENU
Displays the DVD title on the TV screen.
DVD/TUNER MENU (page 26, 27, 40)
RETURN (page 26)
OPTIONS
Enters or exits the options menu.
///
Selects the menu items.
(enter)
Enters/confirms the settings.
CLEAR (page 27)*1
SETUP (page 32)*1
FUNCTION
Selects a function.
SEARCH (page 26, 27)
SHIFT*1
Hold down to activate the buttons printed in pink.
SOUND FIELD +/– (page 47)
(volume) +/–*2
Adjusts the volume.
/ (fast reverse/fast forward) (page 27)
/ (slow back/slow forward) (page 27)
TUNING+/– (page 39)
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(play)*2
Starts playback.
/ (go backward/go forward) (page 26)
PRESET+/– (page 40)
(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.
*1 This button is printed in pink. To use this button, hold down SHIFT ( ) and press this button.
*2 The numeric button 5/AUDIO, + and buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
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Unit (Rear)
MHC-M80D
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MHC-M60D
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MHC-M40D
Speakers
(MHC-M80D only)
••PARTY LIGHT SUBWOOFER/L/R terminals
Connect the Party Light connector of the speaker to this terminal. The lighting on the speakers will react according to the music source. You can select the Party Light according to your preference (page 55).
••MID/TWEETERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector of the speaker to this terminal.
••WOOFERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector of the speaker to this terminal.
••SUBWOOFER
Connect the speaker connector of the subwoofer to this terminal.
(MHC-M60D only)
••SPEAKER LIGHT L/R terminals
Connect the Speaker Light connector of the speaker to this terminal. You can also select the Speaker Light according to your preference (page 55).
••MID/TWEETERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector of the speaker to this terminal.
••WOOFERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector of the speaker to this terminal.
(MHC-M40D only)
••SPEAKERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector of the speaker to this terminal.
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Example:
White |
Red |
From speaker (right)
Note
••Be sure to use only the supplied speakers.
••When connecting speaker cables, insert the connector straight into the terminals.
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 (TV) 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.
HDMI OUT (TV) ARC jack
Use an HDMI cable (not supplied) to connect to the HDMI input jack of a TV (page 22).
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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 25) starts automatically. If you press (power) to turn on the system, the demonstration ends.
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To deactivate the demonstration while the system is turned off, press DISPLAY repeatedly to select the no display mode (Power Saving Mode) (page 25).
Insert the two supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries, matching the polarities shown below.
Note
••Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries.
••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.
To obtain optimum performance from the system, we recommend you to place the speakers as shown below.
Unit
Speaker (left)
Speaker (right)
Subwoofer (MHC-M80D only)TV
0.3 m |
0.3 m |
Note
(MHC-M80D only)
To obtain optimum Party Light effects, we recommend you to place the speakers from the wall as shown below.
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Before connecting cables, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
To watch video
Connect the HDMI cable (not supplied) to the system.
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*You can listen to TV sound via the system if you connect the system to the TV’s HDMI IN (ARC) jack. The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV to output
sound through the system with an HDMI connection, without performing an audio connection (connection below). To set the ARC function on this system, see [AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL] (page 36). To check the compatibility of your TV’s ARC function, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV.
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To listen to TV sound via the system
Choose one of the connections below ( or ).
Audio cable (not supplied)
AUDIO OUT
HDMI IN
High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet (not supplied)
To listen to TV sound, press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “TV”.
Hint
••You can also enjoy the sound of external equipment (DVD players, etc.) via the system by connecting to the AUDIO IN (TV) L/R jack as connection above. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your equipment.
••If the audio output level from the system is low when connecting the external equipment, try adjusting the audio output settings on the connected equipment. It may improve the audio output level. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your equipment.
If “CODE 01” and “SGNL ERR” appear on the display of the unit
When the audio input signals to the system are other than 2-channel Linear PCM signals, the messages “CODE 01” and “SGNL ERR” (indicate that the input audio signals are unsupported) appear on the display of the unit. In this case, select the proper audio output mode on the TV in order
to output 2-channel Linear PCM audio signals. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
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