Home Audio System
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Disc/USB Playback
USB Transfer
Tuner
BLUETOOTH
Network
Gesture Control
Sound Adjustment
Other Operations
Additional Information
MHC-V90DW
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.
Do not expose batteries or appliances
with battery-installed to excessive
heat, such as sunshine and fire.
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
The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard.
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For customers in Europe
This appliance is classified as a CLASS
1 LASER product under IEC 608251:2007. This marking is located on the
rear exterior.
Disposal of waste batteries
and electrical and electronic
equipment (applicable in the
European Union and other
European 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
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb)
are added if the battery contains more
than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
By ensuring these products and
batteries are disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment
and human health which could
otherwise 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-oflife to the applicable 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 applicable 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,
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075
Japan. Inquiries related to product
compliance based on European
Union legislation shall be addressed
to the authorized representative,
Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony
Europe Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935
Zaventem, Belgium. For any service or
guarantee matters, please refer to the
addresses provided in the separate
service or guarantee documents.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that
this equipment is in compliance
with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.
For details, please access the following
URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
This product is intended to be used in
the following countries.
AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE,
GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, LV, LI, LT, LU, MT, NL,
NO, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH, GB, AL,
BA, MK, MD, RS, ME, TR, Kosovo
5,150 MHz – 5,350 MHz band is
restricted to indoor operations only.
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 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
“Party Chain” function
•• Streaming music through network
connection
For customers in Australia and
New Zealand
This equipment should be installed
and operated with at least 20 cm
and more between the radiator and
person’s body (excluding extremities:
hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
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For customers in Australia and
India
Disposal of Old
Electrical & Electronic
Equipment
(Applicable in the
European Union and
other European
countries with
separate collection
systems)
For customers in Singapore
For customers in the United
Arab Emirates
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product under IEC 60825-1:2007.
This marking is located on the rear
exterior.
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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
LLC 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 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are
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•• The N-Mark is a trademark or
registered trademark of NFC Forum,
Inc. in the United States and in other
countries.
•• Android™ is a trademark of Google
Inc.
•• Google Play™ is a trademark of
Google Inc.
•• Android, Google Play, the Google
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•• Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, and
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mark of Apple Inc.
•• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for
iPhone” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed
to connect specifically to iPod
or iPhone, respectively, 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. Please note
that the use of this accessory with
iPod or iPhone may affect wireless
performance.
•• Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Access®
and Wi-Fi Alliance® are registered
trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
•• Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, WPA™, WPA2™
and Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ are
trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
•• DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA
CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service
marks, or certification marks of the
Digital Living Network Alliance.
•• AOSS is a trademark of BUFFALO
INC.
•• This product incorporates Spotify
software which is subject to 3rd
party licenses found here:
https://developer.spotify.com/
esdk-third-party-licenses/
•• Spotify and Spotify logos are
trademarks of the Spotify Group.
are
•• ClearAudio+ and
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
•• “Xperia” and “Xperia Tablet”
are trademarks of Sony Mobile
Communications AB.
•• 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.
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•• All other trademarks are trademarks
of their respective owners.
•• In this manual, ™ and ® marks are
not specified.
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About this manual
•• This manual mainly explains
operations using the remote
control, but the same operations
can also be performed using the
keys on the touch panel of 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
About this manual.................. 6
Unpacking............................... 9
Restricting playback of the
disc (Parental Control)........... 35
Playable discs or files on
discs/USB device.................... 9
Viewing information of a
disc and USB device.............. 36
Websites for compatible
devices...................................12
Using the Setup Menu.......... 37
Guide to parts and
controls..................................13
Getting Started
Assembling the unit.............. 20
Hooking up the system
securely..................................21
Deactivating the
demonstration...................... 23
Inserting batteries................ 23
Connecting the TV................ 25
Carrying the unit................... 27
Changing the color
system................................... 28
Performing the quick
setup..................................... 28
Changing the display
mode..................................... 29
USB Transfer
Before using the USB
device.....................................41
Transferring music.................41
Tuner
Listening to the radio............44
BLUETOOTH
About the BLUETOOTH
wireless technology.............. 45
Pairing this system with a
BLUETOOTH device............... 45
Listening to music on a
BLUETOOTH device...............46
One Touch BLUETOOTH
Connection by NFC............... 47
Setting the BLUETOOTH
audio codecs.........................48
Disc/USB Playback
Before using the USB
device.................................... 30
Basic playback...................... 30
Other playback operations....31
Using play mode................... 34
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Network
Selecting the method of
network connection.............. 49
Connecting with a
computer.............................. 49
Listening to the same music
from the multiple speakers...51
Listening to an Internet
music service (Chromecast
built-in)..................................51
Listening to an Internet
music service (Spotify).......... 52
Gesture Control
Other Operations
Controlling the system using
a smartphone or tablet
(SongPal)............................... 57
Getting frenzied parties
with the “Fiestable” app........ 58
Using the Control for HDMI
function................................. 58
Using the Party Chain
function..................................61
Singing along: Karaoke.........64
Enjoying sound from
a guitar.................................. 65
Enjoying the Gesture
Control.................................. 53
Enjoying music with the
Party Light and Speaker
Light......................................66
Using the Gesture Control
during playback.................... 54
Using the Sleep Timer...........66
Creating a party
atmosphere (DJ Effect).......... 54
Using the Gesture Control
during Karaoke function....... 55
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound............. 56
Selecting the Virtual
Football mode....................... 56
Adjusting the subwoofer
level....................................... 57
Creating your own sound
effect..................................... 57
Using the Voice Guidance.....66
Using optional equipment.... 67
Deactivating the touch
panel on the unit
(Child Lock)........................... 67
Setting the automatic
standby function.................. 67
Setting the BLUETOOTH/
Network standby mode........68
Turning on or off the
BLUETOOTH/Wi-Fi signal......68
Updating the software.......... 69
Additional Information
Troubleshooting................... 70
Precautions............................81
Specifications........................ 85
Language code list...............88
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Unpacking
•• This unit (MHC-V90DW) (1)
(composed of the satellite unit
and the subwoofer unit)
•• Mounting screws (M5 × 30) (4)
•• 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.
Note
When unpacking the carton, be sure that
two people handle the unit. Dropping the
unit may cause personal injury and/or
property damage.
Playable discs or files
on discs/USB device
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, AIFF
files (.aiff)*2, FLAC files (.flac)*2,
ALAC files (.alac)*2, DSD (.dsf/
.dff)*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.
*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.)
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*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.
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—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.
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 video files on
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
The system can play back audio
files on a USB device in the
following conditions:
—up
— to a depth of 8 folders
—up
— to 998 files and sub-folders
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.
•• 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.
Region code
Your system has a region code and
will only play back a DVD VIDEO
labeled with an identical region
code or .
Websites for
compatible devices
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.
BLUETOOTH technology works with:
•• iPhone 7 Plus
•• iPhone 7
•• iPhone SE
•• iPhone 6s Plus
•• iPhone 6s
•• iPhone 6 Plus
•• iPhone 6
•• iPhone 5s
•• iPhone 5c
•• iPhone 5
•• iPhone 4s
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•• iPod touch (6th generation)
•• iPod touch (5th generation)
Guide to parts and controls
Unit (Front):
Midrange speaker × 4
(Speaker light function
equipped*)
Tweeter × 4
Unit (Rear):
Subwoofer unit
Spread sound generator
Spreads sound around the rear
of the unit.
Touch panel (page 14)
Connector panel (page 21)
Disc tray and its surroundings
(page 14)
Party lights (left/right)*
(page 66)
Subwoofer × 2
(Speaker light function
equipped*)
Handles for holding or
carrying the unit
Satellite unit
* Do not look directly at the light-emitting
parts when the Speaker Light and Party
Light are turned on.
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Touch panel:
You can lock the keys except (power) on the unit to prevent them from
being operated by mistake (page 67).
Disc tray area:
(USB) (REC/PLAY) port
Use to connect a USB device.
This port can be used for both
playback and music transfer.
LIGHT MODE key (page 66)
PARTY LIGHT key (page 66)
PARTY CHAIN key
(page 63)
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BLUETOOTH indicator
(page 45)
BLUETOOTH key
Touch to select the BLUETOOTH
function.
PAIRING key
Touch and hold to activate
BLUETOOTH pairing during the
BLUETOOTH function.
Display
GESTURE CONTROL sensor
(page 53, 54, 55)
GUITAR indicator
Lights up when guitar mode is
turned on.
GUITAR key (page 65)
MIC/GUITAR LEVEL +/– key
(page 64, 65)
FIESTA key (page 56)
SOUND FIELD key (page 56)
MEGA BASS indicator
Lights up when MEGA BASS
sound effect is selected.
MEGA BASS key (page 56)
(folder) +/– key
Touch to select a folder on a
data disc or a USB device.
VOLUME +/– key
Touch to adjust the volume.
/ (go backward/go
forward) key
Touch to select a track or file.
TUNING +/– key (page 44)
(open/close) key
Touch to open or close the disc
tray.
Direct function key (DVD/CD,
USB, FM, AUDIO IN, TV)
To use this key, touch PLAYBACK
(), then the function key you
want.
VOCAL FADER key
(page 64)
SCORE key (page 65)
VOICE CHANGER +/– key
(page 65)
MIC ECHO key (page 64)
PLAYBACK key (page 54)
DJ key (page 54)
SAMPLER key (page 54)
KARAOKE key (page 55)
Power indicator
Indicates the current status of
the system:
Lights off: The system is in
standby mode and BLUETOOTH/
Network standby mode is set
to off.
Lights up:
——Orange: The system is
in standby mode and
BLUETOOTH/Network standby
mode is set to on.
——Green: The system is turned
on.
Flashes:
——Green: The system is in
the midst of turning on or
entering standby mode.
——Red: The system detects
an abnormality that cannot
be displayed with an error
message.
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NETWORK key
(power) button
Touch to select NETWORK
function.
Press to turn on the system, or
set it to standby mode.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™)
key (page 49)
(stop) key
Touch to stop playback. When
touched twice, resume playback
can be canceled.
Touch to stop transfer during
music transfer.
Touch to stop the built-in sound
demonstration.
(play) key
Touch to start playback.
Touch and hold for more
than 2 seconds, the built-in
sound demonstration will be
played back.
Touch to stop the
demonstration.
FUNCTION key
Touch to select a function.
GESTURE ON/OFF key (page
53, 54, 55)
NETWORK indicator
Indicates the current status of
the system:
Lights off: The system is in
standby mode.
Lights up:
— White: The network
connection is established.
— Green: The system is
connected to a music service
via Spotify.
— Blue: The system is connected
to a music service via
Chromecast built-in.
Flashes:
— White: While connecting to
network.
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Touch and hold to set up a Wi-Fi
network.
(N-Mark) (page 47)
Remote control sensor ( )
(page 24)
Disc tray
MIC1 jack
Use to connect the microphone.
MIC2/GUITAR jack
Use to connect the microphone
or guitar.
Remote control:
Numeric (0 – 9) buttons*1*2
——Press to select a track, chapter
or file with its item number.
——Press to enter numbers or
values.
SUBTITLE button (page 32)
AUDIO*2 button (page 32,
36)
ANGLE button (page 32)
DVD SETUP button (page
37)
MEDIA MODE button (page
30)
Press to select the media to be
played back on a data disc or
USB device.
CLEAR button (page 32)
REC TO USB button (page
42)
Press to transfer music to the
USB device connected to the
(USB) port.
(power) button
Press to turn on the system, or
sets it to standby mode.
PLAY MODE button (page
34, 42)
REPEAT/FM MODE button
(page 34, 44)
MIC ECHO button (page 64)
SCORE button (page 65)
(folder) +/–
Press to select a folder on a data
disc or a USB device.
SEARCH button (page 31,
32)
KEY CONTROL / button
(page 64)
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DVD TOP MENU button
Press to display the DVD title on
the TV screen.
PRESET+/– button (page
44)
RETURN button (page 31)
(pause) button
OPTIONS button
Press to pause playback. To
resume playback, press .
/ / / button
Press to select the menu items.
button
Press to enter/confirm the
settings.
MUSIC SERVICE button
(page 52)
Press to start/resume the music
service.
(volume) +/–*2 button
Press to adjust the volume.
SHIFT*1
button
Hold down to activate the
buttons printed in pink.
/ (fast reverse/fast
forward) button (page 31)
Press to find a point in a track or
file during playback.
/ (slow back/slow
forward) button (page 31)
Press to play in slow-motion.
TUNING+/– button (page
44)
(play)*2 button
Press to start playback.
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Press to select a track or file.
DVD/TUNER MENU button
(page 31, 32, 44)
Press to enter or exit options
menu.
/ (go backward/go
forward) button (page 31)
(stop) button
——Press to stop playback.
When pressed twice, resume
playback can be canceled.
——Press to stop transfer during
music transfer.
——Press to stop the built-in
sound demonstration.
FUNCTION +/– button
Press to select a function.
MEGA BASS button (page
56)
SOUND FIELD button (page
56)
MUSIC button (page 57)
MUSIC ARENA button (page
56)
PARTY LIGHT button (page
29, 66)
LIGHT MODE button (page
66)
DISPLAY button (page 23,
29, 36, 44, 46)
Press to change the information
on the display.
DISPLAY*1 button (page
36)
Press to view or hide the onscreen display.
SLEEP button (page 66)
*1 This button is printed in pink. To use
this button, hold down SHIFT ()
button, then press this button.
2
* The numeric button 2/AUDIO, +
and buttons have a tactile dot. Use
the tactile dot as a reference when
operating the system.
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Getting Started
Assembling the unit
Make sure that two people handle the unit when mounting it. Dropping the
unit may cause personal injury and/or property damage.
Mount the satellite unit on the subwoofer unit, then secure firmly by
tightening the supplied screws (M5 × 30).
Hand placement
Supplied screws (M5 × 30)
Note
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•
•
•
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Be sure to use the supplied screws (M5 × 30) to assemble the unit.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers or speaker cords while mounting the satellite unit.
After assembling the unit, make sure the satellite unit is securely fixed to the subwoofer
unit with the supplied screws.
When using an electric screwdriver to tighten the screws, make the torque setting to
approximately 1 N·m {10 kgf·cm}.
Do not place the unit on unstable surfaces. Be sure to place the unit on flat surfaces.
Be sure to retighten the screws when they become loose by using this unit.
Hooking up the system securely
Unit (Rear):
Red
Getting Started
White
To store the speaker cords tidily
Route the cords through the cord stopper.
Connector panel:
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HDMI OUT (TV) jack
Use an HDMI cable (not supplied)
to connect to the HDMI IN jack of
a TV (page 25).
VIDEO OUT jack
Use a video cable (not supplied)
to connect to the video input jack
of a TV or projector (page 25).
FM ANTENNA terminal
Find a location and an
orientation that provide good
reception when you set up the
antennas.
Keep the antenna away from the
AC power cord (mains lead) and
the USB cable to avoid picking
up noise.
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
Note
Do not connect this system to the TV
through the video deck.
Audio input and output jacks
Use an audio cable (not supplied)
to make either connection as
follows:
•• AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN OUT
L/R jacks
—Connect
—
to the audio
input jacks of an optional
equipment.
—Connect
—
to another audio
system to enjoy the Party
Chain function (page 61).
•• AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN IN (TV)
L/R jacks
—Connect
—
to the audio output
jacks of a TV or an audio/
video equipment. The
sound is output through this
system.
—Connect
—
to another audio
system to enjoy the Party
Chain function (page 61).
LAN (100) port
Use a LAN cable (not supplied) to
connect to a network equipment
(page 50).
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LED SPEAKER terminal
Connect the LED speaker
connector of the speakers to
this terminal. The lighting on the
speakers will react according to
the music source (page 66).
To disconnect the speaker
cord
Pull out the connector from the
terminal.
SPEAKERS L/R terminals
Connect the speaker connector
of the speaker unit to this
terminal.
Note
•• Be sure to use only the supplied
speaker.
•• When connecting speaker cord,
To disconnect the speaker
cord
While pushing down the lock
lever, pull out the connector from
the terminal. Do not pull the wire
without pushing down the lock
lever. Doing so may cause the
wire to break.
To deactivate the demonstration
while the system is turned off, press
DISPLAY repeatedly to select the no
display mode (Power Saving Mode)
(page 29).
Inserting batteries
Insert the two supplied R03 (size
AAA) batteries, matching the
polarities shown below.
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insert the connector straight into
the terminal.
•• Make sure that the connector of the
right speaker is properly connected
to the SPEAKERS R terminal, and
the connector of the left speaker
is properly connected to the
SPEAKERS L terminal.
Deactivating the
demonstration
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.
AC power cord (mains lead)
Connect the AC power cord
(mains lead) (supplied) to the
unit, then to the wall outlet.
When the AC power cord (mains
lead) is connected, the system is
performing initialization. During
system initialization, “WELCOME”
appears on the display. While
the initializing is in progress, you
cannot turn on the system.
After initialization completes,
demonstration (page 29)
starts automatically. If you press
to turn on the system, the
demonstration ends.
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To operate the unit using the
remote control
Point the remote control at the unit’s
remote control sensor.
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Connecting the TV
Before connecting cables, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead).
To watch video
Select the connection methods according to the jacks on your TV.
High quality
or
Video cable (not supplied)
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HDMI cable*1 (not supplied)
Standard quality
Recommended connection
Alternative connection
*1 High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
*2 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 40). 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
If you do not connect the system to the TV’s HDMI IN (ARC) jack, make this
connection.
Audio cable (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/PARTY CHAIN IN (TV) 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.
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Carrying the unit
—on
— uneven surfaces:
The unit has caster wheels so that
you can roll it easily.
Before carrying the unit, disconnect
the AC power cord (mains lead).
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Carrying the unit by this method is
recommended:
—on
— flat surfaces:
When carrying alone
Note
•• The caster wheels can be used only on
flat surfaces. Lift the unit by two people
on uneven surfaces. Correct hand
placement while carrying the unit is
very important to avoid personal injury
and/or property damage. Be sure to use
the handle when lifting the unit.
When carrying with two people
•• Exercise extreme caution when carrying
the unit on a slope.
•• Do not carry the unit with a person,
luggage, etc. on it.
•• Do not let children or infants be near
when carrying the unit.
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For children
•• Do not allow children
to climb on the unit.
•• Warning: Keep small
accessories out of
the reach of children,
so that they are not mistakenly
swallowed (e.g., AC plug adaptor,
batteries, screws, etc.).
Changing the color
system
(Except for Latin American,
European, and Russian models)
Set the color system to PAL or NTSC
depending on the color system of
your TV.
Each time you perform the
procedure below, the color system
changes as follows:
NTSC PAL
Use the keys on the touch panel of
the unit to perform this operation.
1 Press to turn on the system.
2 Touch FUNCTION repeatedly to
select “DVD/CD”.
3 Touch and hold DJ and TUNING +
for more than 2 seconds.
“NTSC” or “PAL” appears on the
display.
Performing the quick
setup
Before using the system, you
can make the minimum basic
adjustments in the quick setup.
1 Turn on your TV and select the
input according to the
connection.
2 Press to turn on the system.
3 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly
to select “DVD/CD”.
The guide message [Press ENTER to
run QUICK SETUP.] appears at the
bottom of the TV screen.
4Press
without loading a disc.
[LANGUAGE SETUP] appears on the
TV screen. Displayed items may vary
depending on country or region.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD :
MENU :
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
CHINESE 1
CHINESE 2
THAI
5 Press
/ repeatedly to select a
language, then press .
[VIDEO SETUP] appears on the TV
screen.
6Press
/ repeatedly to select
the setting that matches your
TV type, then press .
After [QUICK SETUP is complete.]
appears on the TV screen, the
system is ready for playback.
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To change the setting manually
See “Using the Setup Menu”
(page 37).
To quit the quick setup
Press DVD SETUP.
Note
Changing the display
mode
Getting Started
The guide message appears when you
turn on the system for the first time or
after performing [RESET] (see “Returning
the setup menu settings to the default”
on page 79).
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while
the system is turned off.
Each time you press the button, the
display mode changes as follows.
Demonstration
The messages about the main
features of this system scrolls across
the display and the illumination
turns on.
To turn off the illumination, press
PARTY LIGHT.
No display (Power Saving Mode)
The display is turned off to conserve
power.
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Disc/USB Playback
Before using the USB
device
For compatible USB devices, see
“Websites for compatible devices”
(page 12).
Touch on the unit again to close
the disc tray.
Do not forcibly push the disc tray to
close it as this may cause a
malfunction.
For USB function:
Connect a USB device to the (USB)
port.
Basic playback
1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly
to select “DVD/CD” or “USB”.
Alternatively, touch PLAYBACK, then
touch DVD/CD or USB on the unit.
2 Prepare the playback source.
For DVD/CD function:
Touch on the unit to open the
disc tray and load a disc with the
label facing up on the disc tray.
Note
You can use a USB adaptor (not
supplied) to connect the USB device
to the unit if the USB device cannot be
plugged into the (USB) port.
3 (
only)
Press MEDIA MODE repeatedly
to select the media type
([MUSIC]/[VIDEO]) you want.
4Press to start playback.
When you play back an 8 cm disc
such as a CD single, place it on
the inner circle of the tray.
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Other operations
To
4 Press
to display the file list.
Do this
Stop playback Press .
Pause
playback
Press .
Resume
playback or
return to
normal
playback
Press .
Cancel the
resume point
Press twice.
5 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the file you want, then press .
* This operation is not available for audio
file playback of USB device.
To use the Gesture Control
during playback
See page 54.
To play from a specific video file
on the disc or USB device
1 Press MEDIA MODE repeatedly to
select [VIDEO].
2 Hold down SHIFT, then press
SEARCH to display the folder list.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the folder you want.
Other playback
operations
Depending on the type of disc or file,
the function may not work.
To
Do this
View DVD
menu
Press DVD/TUNER
MENU.
Disc/USB Playback
Select a track, Press or
file, chapter or during playback.
scene
Or, hold down SHIFT,
press the numeric
buttons, then
press .*
(Operation might be
prohibited by disc or
USB device.)
View folder list Hold down SHIFT, then
or file list
press SEARCH.
Press SEARCH again to
turn off the folder list
or file list.
Press RETURN.
Return to
folder list when
in file list
Find a point in Hold down or
an audio file of during playback.
USB device
Locate a point
quickly in fast
forward or fast
reverse (Lock
Search)
Press or
during playback.
Each time you press
or , the
playback speed
changes.
Watch frame
by frame
(Slow-motion
Play)
Press , then press
or .
Each time you press
or , the playback
speed changes.
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Searching a specific title/
chapter/scene/track/index
1 Hold down SHIFT, then press
SEARCH repeatedly during
playback to select the search
mode.
2 Hold down SHIFT, press the
numeric buttons to enter the
title, chapter, scene, track, or
index number you want, then
press .
Playback starts.
Note
To search using the DVD menu
1 Press DVD/TUNER MENU.
2 Press / / / , or hold down
SHIFT and press the numeric
buttons, to select the title or item
you want to play back, then
press .
Changing the camera angles
Press ANGLE repeatedly during
playback to select the camera
angle you want.
•• For VIDEO CD with PBC playback, hold
down SHIFT, then press SEARCH to
search the scene.
•• For VIDEO CD without PBC playback,
hold down SHIFT, then press SEARCH to
search the track and index.
To search for a particular point
using the time code
1 Hold down SHIFT, then press
SEARCH repeatedly during
playback to select the time
search mode.
2 Hold down SHIFT, press the
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Selecting the subtitle setting
Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during
playback to select the subtitle
language you want or turn off the
subtitle.
Changing the language/sound
numeric buttons to enter the
time code, then press .
Press AUDIO repeatedly during
playback to select the audio
format or mode you want.
Example: To find a scene at 2 hours,
10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the
beginning, hold down SHIFT, then
press 2, 1, 0, 2, 0 ([2:10:20]).
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR
to cancel the number.
DVD VIDEO
You can select audio format
or language when the source
contains multiple audio formats or
multilingual audio.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. See
“Language code list” (page 88)
to confirm which language the
code represents. When the same
language is displayed two or more
times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in
multiple audio formats.
VIDEO CD/AUDIO CD/DATA CD/
DATA DVD (MP3 file)
SUPER VIDEO CD
•• [1:STEREO]: The stereo sound of
audio track 1.
•• [1:1/L]/[1:2/R]: The monaural
sound of the left or right channel
of audio track 1.
•• [2:STEREO]: The stereo sound of
audio track 2.
•• [2:1/L]/[2:2/R]: The monaural
sound of the left or right channel
of audio track 2.
Playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
functions
You can use the PBC (Playback
Control) menu to enjoy the
interactive features of VIDEO CD
(VIDEO CD Version 2.0 and Super
VCD).
1 Press to play a VIDEO CD
with PBC functions.
The PBC menu appears on the TV
screen.
numeric buttons to select the
item number you want, then
press .
3 Continue playback according to
the instructions on the menu.
Note
PBC playback is canceled when Repeat
Play is activated.
To cancel PBC playback
1 Press or , or hold down
SHIFT and press the numeric
buttons, to select a track when
playback is stopped.
2 Press or
.
Playback starts from the selected
track.
Disc/USB Playback
You can change the sound output.
•• [STEREO]: The standard stereo
sound.
•• [1/L]/[2/R]: The monaural sound
of the left or right channel.
2 Hold down SHIFT, press the
To return to PBC playback
Press twice, then press .
Multi-disc resume play
This system can store playback
resume points for up to 6 discs and
resumes playback when you insert
the same disc again. If you store a
playback resume point for the 7th
disc, the resume point for the first
disc will be deleted.
To activate this function,
set [MULTI-DISC RESUME]
in [SYSTEM SETUP] to [ON]
(page 39).
Note
To play back from the beginning of the
disc, press twice, then press .
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Using play mode
Playing in sequential order
(Normal Play)
When playback is stopped, press
PLAY MODE repeatedly.
When playing a disc
•• [DISC]: plays the disc.
•• [FOLDER]*: plays all playable files
in the specified folder on the disc.
* Cannot be selected for AUDIO CD.
When playing a USB device
•• [ONE USB DEVICE]: plays the USB
device.
•• [FOLDER]: plays all playable files
in the specified folder on the USB
device.
Note
•• “FLDR” and “SHUF” light off on the
display when Normal Play is set to
[DISC] or [ONE USB DEVICE].
•• “FLDR” lights up on the display when
Normal Play is set to [FOLDER].
•• When USB function and [MUSIC] mode
are selected, select the play mode you
want by viewing the indicators on the
display.
Playing in random order
(Shuffle Play)
When playback is stopped, press
PLAY MODE repeatedly.
When playing a disc
•• [DISC (SHUFFLE)]: shuffles all audio
files on the disc.
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•• [FOLDER (SHUFFLE)]*: shuffles all
audio files in the specified folder
on the disc.
* Cannot be selected for AUDIO CD.
When playing a USB device
•• [ONE USB DEVICE (SHUFFLE)]:
shuffles all audio files on the USB
device.
•• [FOLDER (SHUFFLE)]: shuffles all
audio files in the specified folder
on the USB device.
Note
•• “SHUF” lights up on the display when
Shuffle Play is set to [DISC (SHUFFLE)] or
[ONE USB DEVICE (SHUFFLE)].
•• “FLDR” and “SHUF” lights up on the
display when Shuffle Play is set to
[FOLDER (SHUFFLE)].
•• When USB function and [MUSIC] mode
are selected, select the play mode you
want by viewing the indicators on the
display.
•• Shuffle Play cannot be performed for
video files.
•• Shuffle Play is canceled when you:
—— open the disc tray.
—— perform Synchronized Transfer.
—— change MEDIA MODE.
•• Shuffle Play may be canceled when you
select a folder or a track to play back.
Playing repeatedly (Repeat
Play)
Press REPEAT repeatedly.
Depending on the type of disc or file,
some settings may not be available.
•• [OFF]: does not play back
repeatedly.
•• [ALL]: repeats all tracks or files in
the selected play mode.
•• [DISC]: repeats all contents (DVD
VIDEO and VIDEO CD only).
•• [TITLE]: repeats the current title
(DVD VIDEO only).
•• [CHAPTER]: repeats the current
chapter (DVD VIDEO only).
•• [TRACK]: repeats the current track.
•• [FILE]: repeats the current video
file.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT repeatedly to select
[OFF].
•• “
” lights up on the display when
Repeat Play is set to [ALL] or [DISC].
•• “
” lights up on the display when
Repeat Play is set to [TITLE], [CHAPTER],
[TRACK] or [FILE].
•• When USB function and [MUSIC] mode
are selected, select the play mode you
want by viewing the indicators on the
display.
•• You cannot perform Repeat Play with
VIDEO CD during PBC playback.
•• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you
cannot perform Repeat Play.
•• Repeat Play is canceled when you
—— open the disc tray.
—— turn off the system (DVD VIDEO and
VIDEO CD only).
—— change the function (DVD VIDEO and
VIDEO CD only).
—— perform Synchronized Transfer.
—— change MEDIA MODE.
Restricting playback of
the disc (Parental
Control)
press DVD SETUP.
2 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[SYSTEM SETUP], then press .
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[PARENTAL CONTROL], then
press .
4Hold down SHIFT, press the
numeric buttons to enter or
re-enter your 4-digit password,
then press .
5 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[STANDARD], then press .
6Press
/ repeatedly to select a
geographic area as the playback
limitation level, then press .
The area is selected.
When you select [OTHERS], enter
the area code for the geographic
area you want according to the
“Parental Control area code list”
(page 89) by holding down SHIFT,
then press the numeric buttons.
Disc/USB Playback
Note
1 When playback is stopped,
7 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[LEVEL], then press .
8Press
/ repeatedly to select
the level you want, then press
.
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
To turn off the parental control
function
Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in step 8.
You can restrict playback of
DVD VIDEOs according to a
predetermined level. Scenes may be
skipped or replaced with different
scenes.
To play back a disc for which the
parental control is set
1 Load the disc and press .
The display for entering your
password appears on the TV screen.
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2 Hold down SHIFT, press the
numeric buttons to enter or
re-enter your 4-digit password,
then press .
The system starts playback.
If you forget your password
Remove the disc and repeat steps 1
to 3 of “Restricting playback of the
disc (Parental Control)” (page 35).
Hold down SHIFT, press the numeric
buttons to enter a password
“199703”, then press .
Follow the on-screen instructions
and enter a new 4-digit password.
Then, reload the disc and press .
You need to enter your new
password again.
Viewing information of
a disc and USB device
Information on the TV screen
Hold down SHIFT, then press
DISPLAY repeatedly during
playback.
Title*1/track/file name*2
Album*1/folder name*2/
chapter/index number
Artist name*1*2
Appears when playing an audio
file.
*1 If an audio file has an ID3 tag, the
system will display an album name/
title name/artist name from the ID3 tag
information. The system can support
ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3.
*2 If the file or folder contains characters
which cannot be displayed, those
characters will be displayed as “_”.
Note
•• Depending on the source being played,
—— some information may not be
displayed.
—— some characters cannot be
displayed.
•• Depending on the play mode, the
information displayed may be different.
•• When USB function is selected, you can
view the information on the TV screen
only if MEDIA MODE is set to [VIDEO].
Displaying the audio format
information in DVD VIDEOs and
video files
Press AUDIO repeatedly during
playback.
Information on the display
Playback information
Playing time and remaining time
Bit rate
File type
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Playback status
Press DISPLAY repeatedly when
the system is on.
You can view the information as
follows:
—playing
—
time, remaining time of
track, title, chapter
—scene
—
number
—file
— name, folder name
—title,
—
artist and album information
Note
•• The disc name or track name may
not be displayed depending on the
characters.
•• Playing time of audio files and video
files may not be displayed correctly.
•• The elapsed playing time for an audio
file encoded using a VBR (variable bit
rate) is not displayed correctly.
To exit the menu
Press DVD SETUP.
S etting the language
– [LANGUAGE SETUP]
[OSD]
Sets the language of the on-screen
display.
[MENU]
You can make various adjustments
to items such as picture and sound.
Displayed items vary depending on
the country or region.
Sets the language for the DVD
menu.
Note
Switches the language of the sound
track.
When you select [ORIGINAL], the
language given priority in the disc is
selected.
Playback settings stored in the disc take
priority over the setup menu settings.
Therefore, some of the setup menu
settings may not be performed.
1 When playback is stopped in
DVD/CD function, press DVD
SETUP.
The setup menu appears on the TV
screen.
2 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[LANGUAGE SETUP],
[VIDEO SETUP], [AUDIO SETUP],
[SYSTEM SETUP] or
[HDMI SETUP], then press .
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the item you want, then press
.
4Press
/ repeatedly to select
the setting you want, then press
.
[AUDIO]
Disc/USB Playback
Using the Setup Menu
[SUBTITLE]
Switches the language of the
subtitle recorded in the DVD VIDEO.
When you select [AUDIO FOLLOW],
the language for the subtitles
changes according to the language
you selected for the sound track.
Note
If you select [OTHERS] in [MENU],
[AUDIO], and [SUBTITLE], enter a
language code from the “Language
code list” (page 88) using the numeric
buttons.
The setting is selected and setup is
completed.
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S etting the TV screen
– [VIDEO SETUP]
[TV TYPE]
[16:9]: Selects this when you
connect a wide-screen TV or a TV
with a wide-mode function.
[NORMAL]: Changes the picture
size to fit the screen size with the
original picture aspect ratio. This
setting displays black bands on the
left and right side if you display a 4:3
screen picture.
[COLOR SYSTEM(VIDEO CD)]
[4:3 LETTER BOX]: Selects this
when you connect a 4:3 screen TV
that does not have a wide-mode
function. This setting displays a wide
picture with black bands on the top
and bottom.
[4:3 PAN SCAN]: Selects this
when you connect a 4:3 screen TV
that does not have a wide-mode
function. This setting displays a fullheight picture on the entire screen,
with trimmed sides.
[4:3 OUTPUT]
[FULL]: Selects this when you
connect a TV with a wide-mode
function. Displays a 4:3 screen
picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a
wide-screen TV.
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(Except for Latin American,
European, and Russian models)
Sets the color system (PAL or NTSC).
[AUTO]: Outputs the video signal
according to the color system of the
disc. Select this setting if your TV
uses a DUAL system.
[PAL]: Changes the video signal of
an NTSC disc and output it in PAL
system.
[NTSC]: Changes the video signal
of a PAL disc and output it in NTSC
system.
For details, see “Changing the color
system” (page 28).
[BLACK LEVEL]
(Latin American model only)
Selects the black level (setup level)
for the video signals output from the
VIDEO OUT jack.
[ON]: Sets the black level of the
output signal to the standard level.
[OFF]: Lowers the standard black
level. Use this when the picture
becomes too white.
[PAUSE MODE]
[AUTO]: The picture, including
subjects that move dynamically, is
output with no jitter. Normally select
this setting.
[FRAME]: The picture, including
subjects that do not move
dynamically, is output in high
resolution.
S etting the audio options
– [AUDIO SETUP]
[TRACK SELECTION]
Note
This function only works for the HDMI
OUT (TV) jack. To use this function, be sure
to set [HDMI SETUP] – [AUDIO(HDMI)] to
[PCM].
S etting the system
– [SYSTEM SETUP]
[SCREEN SAVER]
[A/V SYNC]
(Video files only)
[OFF]: Does not adjust.
[ON]: Adjusts the delay between
picture and sound when the sound
does not synchronize with the
displayed picture.
Note
•• Depending on the playback contents,
this function may not work.
•• When you use HDMI connection, this
function is only effective if you set
[HDMI SETUP] – [AUDIO(HDMI)] to
[PCM].
[DOWNMIX]
Selects the audio output signal for
playing a multi-channel audio.
[NORMAL]: Outputs multi-channel
audio into a 2-channel stereo signal.
[DOLBY SURROUND]: Outputs
multi-channel audio into a
2-channel surround signal.
The screen saver will help prevent
your display device from becoming
damaged (ghosting). Press +/– to
exit the screen saver.
[ON]: The screen saver image
appears if you do not operate the
system for about 15 minutes.
[OFF]: Turns off the function. The
screen saver image does not appear.
Disc/USB Playback
Gives priority to the sound track
which contains the highest number
of channels when you play back a
DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio
formats (PCM, MPEG audio, or Dolby
Digital) are recorded.
[OFF]: No priority given.
[AUTO]: Priority given.
[BACKGROUND]
Selects the background color or
picture to be displayed on the TV
screen.
[JACKET PICTURE]: The jacket
picture (still picture) recorded on the
disc appears in the background.
[GRAPHICS]: A preset picture
stored in the system appears in the
background.
[BLUE]: The background color is
blue.
[BLACK]: The background color is
black.
[PARENTAL CONTROL]
Sets the playback restrictions. For
details, see “Restricting playback
of the disc (Parental Control)”
(page 35).
[MULTI-DISC RESUME]
[ON]: Stores the resume playback
point in the memory for up to
6 discs.
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[OFF]: Playback starts at the resume
playback point only for the current
disc in the system.
[RESET]
Returns the setup menu settings to
the default settings. For details, see
“Returning the setup menu settings
to the default” (page 79).
S etting the HDMI options
– [HDMI SETUP]
[HDMI RESOLUTION]
Selects the TV output resolution
when the TV is connected via HDMI
cable.
[AUTO(1920×1080p)]: Outputs
video signals according to the
resolution of the TV.
[1920×1080i]/[1280×720p]/
[720×480p]*1/[720×480/576p]*2:
Outputs video signals according to
the selected resolution setting.
*1 For Latin American models only.
*2 For other models.
[YCBCR/RGB(HDMI)]
[YCBCR]: Outputs YCBCR video
signals.
[RGB]: Outputs RGB video signals.
[AUDIO(HDMI)]
[AUTO]: Outputs audio signals in
original format from HDMI OUT (TV)
jack.
[PCM]: Outputs 2-channel Linear
PCM signals from HDMI OUT (TV)
jack.
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[CONTROL FOR HDMI]
[ON]: The Control for HDMI function
is enabled. You can operate
mutually between system and TV
connected with an HDMI cable.
[OFF]: Off.
[AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL]
Set this function when the system
is connected to a TV’s HDMI IN jack
that is compatible with Audio Return
Channel. This function is available
when you set [CONTROL FOR HDMI]
to [ON].
[ON]: You can listen to TV sound
from the speakers of the system.
[OFF]: Off.
[STANDBY LINKED TO TV]
This function is available when you
set [CONTROL FOR HDMI] to [ON].
[AUTO]: When you turn off the TV,
the system turns off automatically in
the following conditions:
—a
— VIDEO CD or DVD VIDEO is
loaded in DVD/CD function
—a
— DATA CD or DATA DVD is loaded
and [VIDEO] mode is selected
—USB
—
function and [VIDEO] mode
are selected
—TV
— function is selected
[ON]: The system turns off
automatically when you turn off the
TV regardless of the function.
[OFF]: The system does not turn off
when you turn off the TV.
USB Transfer
Before using the USB
device
For compatible USB devices, see
“Websites for compatible devices”
(page 12).
(You can use your Apple devices
with this system via BLUETOOTH
connection only.)
You can transfer music from a disc
(AUDIO CD or MP3 disc only) to a
USB device connected to the (USB)
port.
The audio format of files transferred
by this system is MP3.
Note
•• Do not remove the USB device during
transfer or erase operations. Doing so
may corrupt the data on the USB device
or damage the USB device itself.
•• MP3 files are transferred with the same
bit rate as the original files.
•• When transferring from AUDIO CD,
you may select the bit rate before
transferring.
•• USB transfer and erase operations are
prohibited when the disc tray is opened.
/ repeatedly to select
“BIT RATE”, then press .
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the bit rate you want, then press
.
•• “128 KBPS”: encoded MP3 files
have smaller file size and lower
audio quality.
•• “256 KBPS”: encoded MP3 files
have bigger file size but higher
audio quality.
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Transferring music from a disc
You can transfer music to a USB
device connected to (USB) port as
follows:
•• Synchronized Transfer: Transfer all
MP3 files from a disc to USB.
•• REC1 Transfer: Transfer a single
track or MP3 file during playback.
USB Transfer
Transferring music
2 Press
1 Connect a transferable USB
device to the (USB) port.
Note on copyright-protected content
The transferred music is limited to private
use only. Use of the music beyond this
limit requires permission of the copyright
holders.
To select the bit rate
You can select a higher bit rate to
transfer music with better quality.
Note
You can use a USB adaptor (not
supplied) to connect the USB device
to the unit if the USB device cannot be
plugged into the (USB) port.
1 Press OPTIONS.
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2 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly
to select “DVD/CD”, then load a
disc.
3 Prepare the sound source.
Synchronized Transfer:
If the system starts playback
automatically, press twice to stop
the playback fully.
When playback is stopped, press
PLAY MODE repeatedly to select the
play mode you want.
Note
If you start transferring in Shuffle Play
or Repeat Play, the selected play mode
changes to Normal Play automatically.
REC1 Transfer:
Select the track or MP3 file you want
to transfer, then start playback.
4Press REC TO USB.
“PUSH ENTER” appears on the
display.
5 Press
.
The transfer starts, then “DO NOT
REMOVE” appears on the display.
Do not remove the USB device until
the transfer is complete.
When the transfer is complete, the
system performs as follows:
Synchronized Transfer:
When the transfer is complete, the
disc stops automatically.
REC1 Transfer:
The transfer is completed
automatically, but the disc
continues to play the next track or
file.
To stop transfer
Press .
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Notes on transfer
•• You cannot transfer MP3 files on a UDF
(Universal Disk Format) formatted disc
to the USB device.
•• While transferring, no sound is output.
•• CD-TEXT information is not transferred
to the created MP3 files.
•• The transfer stops automatically if:
—— the USB device runs out of space
during transfer.
—— the number of audio files or folders
on the USB device reaches the limit
that the system can recognize.
•• If a folder or file that you are trying
to transfer already exists on the
USB device with the same name, a
sequential number is added after the
name without overwriting the original
folder or file.
•• You cannot perform the following
operations during transfer:
—— Eject the disc.
—— Select another track or file.
—— Pause playback or find a point in the
track or file.
—— Change the function.
•• When transferring music to a
WALKMAN® using “Media Manager for
WALKMAN”, be sure to transfer in MP3
format.
•• When connecting a WALKMAN® to
the system, be sure to connect after
the display “Creating Library” or
“Creating Database” on the WALKMAN®
has disappeared.
Folder and file generation
rules
Maximum number of MP3 files
that can be generated
•• 298 folders
•• 650 files in a folder
•• 650 files in REC1-CD or REC1-MP3
folder.
These numbers may vary depending
on the file or folder configuration.
When transferring to a USB device,
a “MUSIC” folder is created directly
below “ROOT”. Folders and files are
generated within this “MUSIC” folder
according to the transfer method
and source as follows:
Synchronized Transfer
When transferring CD-DA tracks
from an AUDIO CD
Folder name: “CDDA0001”*
File name: “TRACK001”*
REC1 Transfer
When transferring a CD-DA track
from an AUDIO CD
Folder name: “REC1-CD”
File name: “TRACK001”*
When transferring an MP3 file
from a disc
Folder name: “REC1-MP3”
File name: Same as the source
* Folder and file numbers are assigned
serially thereafter.
/ repeatedly to select
“ERASE”, then press .
The folder list is displayed on the TV
screen.
5 Press
/ repeatedly to select a
folder, then press .
The file list is displayed on the TV
screen.
6Press
/ repeatedly to select
an audio file you want to erase,
then press .
If you want to erase all the audio
files in the folder, select
[ALL TRACKS] on the list.
“FOLDER ERASE” or “TRACK ERASE”
and “PUSH ENTER” appear on the
display.
To cancel erase operations, press .
7 Press
USB Transfer
When transferring MP3 files
from a disc
Folder name: Same as the source
File name: Same as the source
4Press
.
“COMPLETE” appears on the display.
To exit the options menu, press .
Note
•• You can erase MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV
format file only.
•• A folder that contains non-MP3/WMA/
AAC/WAV format audio files or sub
folders cannot be erased.
•• Erase operation is prohibited when the
disc tray is opened.
Erasing audio files or folders
on the USB device
1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly
to select “USB”.
Alternatively, touch PLAYBACK, then
touch USB on the unit.
2 Press MEDIA MODE repeatedly
to select [MUSIC].
3 When playback is stopped,
press OPTIONS.
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Tuner
Listening to the radio
You can store up to 20 FM stations
as your favorite stations.
1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly
1 Tune to the station you want.
2 Press DVD/TUNER MENU.
3 Press / repeatedly to select
to select “TUNER FM”.
Alternatively, touch PLAYBACK, then
touch FM on the unit.
2 Tune to a station.
For automatic scanning:
Hold down TUNING+/– until the
frequency begins to change on the
display.
Scanning stops automatically when
a station is tuned in. “ST” (for FM
stereo programs only) lights up on
the display.
If scanning does not stop, press
to stop scanning. Then, perform
manual tuning (below).
For manual tuning:
Press TUNING+/– repeatedly to tune
to the station you want.
Note
When you tune to an FM station that
provides RDS services, information such
as the service name or station name is
provided by broadcasts. You can check
the RDS information by pressing DISPLAY
repeatedly.
Hint
To reduce static noise on a weak FM
stereo station, press FM MODE repeatedly
until “ST” disappears from the display. You
will lose the stereo effect, but reception
will improve.
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Presetting radio stations
the preset number you want,
then press .
“COMPLETE” appears on the display
and the station is stored.
If another station is already
assigned to the selected preset
number, that station is replaced by
the new one.
To listen to the preset station
Press PRESET+/– repeatedly to
select the preset number you want.
BLUETOOTH
About the BLUETOOTH
wireless technology
Pairing this system
with a BLUETOOTH
device
Compatible BLUETOOTH devices
1 Place the BLUETOOTH device
Supported BLUETOOTH version,
profiles and codecs
For details, see “Websites for
compatible devices” (page 12).
About the BLUETOOTH
indicator
The BLUETOOTH indicator on the
unit lights up or flashes in blue to
show the BLUETOOTH status.
System status
Indicator status
BLUETOOTH
standby
BLUETOOTH
pairing
BLUETOOTH
connection is
established
Flashes slowly
Flashes quickly
Lights up
within 1 meter from the unit.
2 Touch BLUETOOTH on the unit to
select the BLUETOOTH function.
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.
Hint
Tuner / BLUETOOTH
For details, see “BLUETOOTH
section” (page 86).
Pairing is an operation where
BLUETOOTH devices register with
each other beforehand. Once a
pairing operation is performed, it
does not need to be performed
again.
If your device is an NFC-compatible
smartphone, the manual pairing
procedure is not necessary. (See
“One Touch BLUETOOTH Connection
by NFC” (page 47).)
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is
a short-range wireless technology
that enables wireless data
communication between digital
devices.
•• When there is no pairing information
on the system (for example, when
you use the BLUETOOTH function
for the first time after purchase),
“PAIRING” flashes on the display and
the system enters the pairing mode.
Proceed to step 4.
•• If the system is connected to
a BLUETOOTH device, touch
BLUETOOTH on the unit to
disconnect the BLUETOOTH device.
3 Touch and hold
PAIRING on
the unit for 2 seconds or more.
“PAIRING” flashes on the display.
4Perform the pairing procedure
on the BLUETOOTH device.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your BLUETOOTH
device.
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5 Select “MHC-V90DW” on the
display of the BLUETOOTH
device.
Perform this step within 5 minutes,
otherwise pairing will be canceled.
In this case, repeat from step 3.
Note
If passkey is required on the
BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000”.
“Passkey” may be called “Passcode”,
“PIN code”, “PIN number”, or
“Password”.
6Establish connection with the
BLUETOOTH device.
When pairing is completed and the
BLUETOOTH connection is
established, BLUETOOTH device
name appears on the display.
Depending on the BLUETOOTH
device, connection may start
automatically after pairing is
completed.
You can check the BLUETOOTH
device address by pressing DISPLAY
repeatedly.
Note
•• You can pair up to 9 BLUETOOTH
devices. If the 10th BLUETOOTH device
is paired, the oldest paired device will
be deleted.
•• If you want to pair with another
BLUETOOTH device, repeat steps 1 to 6.
To cancel the pairing operation
Touch and hold PAIRING on the
unit for 2 seconds or more until “BT
AUDIO” appears on the display.
Listening to music on a
BLUETOOTH device
You can operate a BLUETOOTH
device by connecting the system
and the BLUETOOTH device using
AVRCP.
Check the following before playing
music:
—The
—
BLUETOOTH function of the
BLUETOOTH device is turned on.
—Pairing
—
has been completed
(page 45).
Once the system and the
BLUETOOTH device are connected,
you can control playback by
pressing , , , / and
/.
1 Touch BLUETOOTH on the unit to
select the BLUETOOTH function.
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.
2 Perform a BLUETOOTH
connection with the BLUETOOTH
device.
Touch BLUETOOTH on the unit to
connect to the last connected
BLUETOOTH device.
Perform the BLUETOOTH connection
from the BLUETOOTH device if the
device is not connected.
Once the connection is established,
the BLUETOOTH device name
appears on the display.
3 Touch to start playback.
Depending on the BLUETOOTH
device,
——you may need to touch twice.
——you may need to start playing an
audio source on the BLUETOOTH
device.
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4Adjust the volume.
Adjust the volume of the
BLUETOOTH device first. If the
volume level is still too low, adjust
the volume level on the system.
Note
•• When the system is not connected to
any BLUETOOTH device, the system
will connect to the last connected
BLUETOOTH device automatically when
you touch BLUETOOTH on the unit or
.
•• If you try to connect another
BLUETOOTH device to the system, the
current connected BLUETOOTH device
will be disconnected.
To use the Gesture Control
during playback
To terminate the BLUETOOTH
connection
Touch BLUETOOTH on the unit. “BT
AUDIO” appears on the display.
Depending on the BLUETOOTH
device, the BLUETOOTH connection
may be terminated automatically
when you stop playback.
One Touch BLUETOOTH
Connection by NFC
NFC (Near Field Communication)
is a technology enabling shortrange wireless communication
between various devices, such as
smartphones and IC tags.
When you touch the system with an
NFC-compatible smartphone, the
system automatically:
—turns
—
on in the BLUETOOTH
function.
—completes
—
the pairing and
BLUETOOTH connection.
Smartphones with a built-in NFC
function (OS: Android 2.3.3 or
later, excluding Android 3.x)
Note
•• The system can only recognizes and
connects to one NFC-compatible
smartphone at a time. If you try to
connect another NFC-compatible
smartphone to the system, the currently
connected NFC-compatible smartphone
will be disconnected.
•• Depending on your NFC-compatible
smartphone, you may need to perform
the following steps on your NFCcompatible smartphone in advance.
—— Turn on the NFC function. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of
the NFC-compatible smartphone.
—— If your NFC-compatible smartphone
has an OS version that is older than
Android 4.1.x, download and start
the “NFC Easy Connect” application.
“NFC Easy Connect” is a free
application for Android smartphones
that can be obtained from Google
Play. (The application may not be
available in some countries/regions.)
BLUETOOTH
See page 54.
Compatible smartphones
1 Touch the smartphone to the
N-Mark on the unit until the
smartphone vibrates.
Complete the connection by
following the instructions displayed
on the smartphone.
When the BLUETOOTH connection is
established, the BLUETOOTH device
name appears on the display.
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2 Start playback of an audio
source on the smartphone.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your BLUETOOTH
device.
Hint
If pairing and the BLUETOOTH connection
fail, do the following.
—— Remove the case from the smartphone
if using a commercially available
smartphone case.
—— Touch the smartphone to the N-Mark
on the unit again.
—— Relaunch the “NFC Easy Connect”
application.
To terminate the BLUETOOTH
connection
Touch the smartphone to the
N-Mark on the unit again.
Setting the BLUETOOTH
audio codecs
You can enable AAC, LDAC or SBC
codec from BLUETOOTH device.
AAC/LDAC can be selected only
when the BLUETOOTH device
supports AAC/LDAC.
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“BT CODEC”, then press
.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the setting, then press .
•• “AUTO”: Enable reception in AAC
or LDAC codec format depending
on the BLUETOOTH device’s
capabilities.
•• “SBC”: Receive in SBC codec
format.
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
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Note
•• You can enjoy high quality sound if AAC
or LDAC is selected. If you cannot listen
to AAC or LDAC sound from your device
or the sound is interrupted, select “SBC”.
•• If you change this setting while the
system is connected to a BLUETOOTH
device, the BLUETOOTH device will
be disconnected. To connect to the
BLUETOOTH device, perform the
BLUETOOTH connection again.
Hint
LDAC is an audio coding technology
developed by Sony that enables the
transmission of High-Resolution (Hi-Res)
Audio content, even over a BLUETOOTH
connection. Unlike other BLUETOOTH
compatible coding technologies
such as SBC, it operates without any
down-conversion of the Hi-Res Audio
content*1, and allows approximately
three times more data*2 than those
other technologies to be transmitted
over a BLUETOOTH wireless network
with unprecedented sound quality, by
means of efficient coding and optimized
packetization.
*1 Excluding DSD format contents.
*2 In comparison with SBC (Subband
Coding) when the bitrate of 990 kbps
(96/48 kHz) or 909 kbps (88.2/44.1 kHz)
is selected.
Network
Selecting the method
of network connection
If you connect this system to a
network, you can enjoy this system
in various ways. Depending on your
network environment, setting up
methods are different. Select the
appropriate connecting method
for your network environment from
below.
Note
Method for using a wireless
router with a WPS (AOSS) button
Touch and hold WPS on the unit,
then press the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ (WPS) button of the wireless
router. For details, refer to the Wi-Fi
Startup Guide (separate document).
Method for using computer
See “Connecting with a computer”
(page 49).
Method for using wired network
Refer to Help Guide for details.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/has/
mhc-v90dw/h_zz/
•• Connecting to a Wi-Fi network and a
Hint
For setting the fixed IP address, use the
screen in step 6 of “Connecting with a
computer” (page 49).
Method for using a smartphone/
iPhone
Installing the “SongPal” application
to your smartphone/iPhone is
required.
Before making the connection, be
sure to turn on the BLUETOOTH
feature on your smartphone/
iPhone, then operate the “SongPal”
application to connect your
smartphone or iPhone to this
system via BLUETOOTH.
For details, refer to the Wi-Fi Startup
Guide (separate document).
Connecting with a
computer
Network
wired network simultaneously is not
possible. When you connect to a Wi-Fi
network, be sure to disconnect the LAN
cable from the unit.
•• Depending on the function, the system
may need to be updated.
If your wireless router does not have
a WPS (AOSS) button, configure
Wi-Fi settings by connecting the unit
to your computer with a LAN cable
(not supplied).
Hint
When setting up a Wi-Fi network, the
SSID (Wi-Fi Network Name) and security
key (WEP or WPA key) may be required.
The security key (or network key) uses
encryption to limit the devices with which
communication can occur. It is used
to provide higher security for devices
communicating via a wireless router/
access point.
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1 Record the SSID and password
of your router.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your router.
SSID (Wi-Fi Network Name):
4Access the [Sony Network
Device Settings] screen.
Start the browser and input the
following URL into the browser’s
address bar.
http://169.254.1.1
Password (Security Key):
2 Connect the unit to the
computer with a LAN cable (not
supplied) directly.
The above URL is only for when the
PC and unit are connected with a
LAN cable.
5 Select [Network Settings] from
the menu.
3 Press to turn on the system.
Wait until lights up on the
display. It takes about 2 minutes (in
some cases, 4 or 5 minutes).
Network Settings
6Select the SSID of your wireless
router and enter the password.
SSID
See the recorded password in step 1.
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7 Select [Apply].
8When prompted, unplug the
LAN cable from the unit.
When the LAN cable is unplugged
from the unit, on the display
turns off. When the Wi-Fi
connection is established, lights
up on the display.
It may take more than 2 minutes to
light up.
For information on how to listen
to music with this system, refer to
the Wi-Fi Startup Guide (separate
document).
2 Connect the system and
smartphone/iPhone to your
Wi-Fi network.
Connect the system and
smartphone/iPhone to the same
SSID (network) of your router.
3 When connecting multiple
devices, connect the multi-room
compatible devices to your
Wi-Fi network.
Refer to Help Guide for detailed
operation.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/has/
mhc-v90dw/h_zz/
Note
This procedure needs to be completed
within 10 minutes. If uncompleted, reset
the system (page 79).
You can enjoy your favorite music
stored in your PCs or mobile phones,
furthermore, music from streaming
services with ultimate sound quality
in any rooms via Wi-Fi.
1 Install the “SongPal” application
on your smartphone/iPhone.
Enjoying the Wireless Party
Chain
Network
Listening to the same
music from the multiple
speakers
If you connect the multi-room
compatible speakers to your Wi-Fi
network and set them in the same
room, you can enjoy high pressure
sound like the Party Chain function
via Wi-Fi. (This feature is available
when playing CDDA disc and audio
files of a USB device.)
Listening to an Internet
music service
(Chromecast built-in)
Chromecast built-in allows you
to select music content from the
Chromecast-enabled app and play
back on the system.
Chromecast built-in requires the
initial setup using SongPal.
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1 Install the “SongPal” application
on your smartphone/iPhone.
2 Connect the system and
smartphone/iPhone to your
Wi-Fi network.
Connect the system and
smartphone/iPhone to the same
SSID (network) of your router.
3 Launch “SongPal” and
download a Chromecastenabled app.
Launch “SongPal” then tap
[MHC-V90DW] [Settings]
[Chromecast built-in] [Learn
how to Cast].
See the instructions, then find
and install a Chromecastenabled app on your
smartphone/iPhone.
4Launch the Chromecast-
enabled app, then tap the Cast
button ( ) to select
“MHC-V90DW”.
Listening to an Internet
music service (Spotify)
“Spotify” gives you instant access
to millions of songs. The “Spotify
Connect” feature lets you select
music on the Spotify App and
stream it on the system. To use
“Spotify Connect” feature, you need
a Premium account.
For details, visit www.spotify.com/
connect
After the connection is established,
pressing the
MUSIC SERVICE
button enables you to start/resume
the music service.
1 Connect the system and
smartphone/iPhone to your
Wi-Fi network.
Connect the system and
smartphone/iPhone to the same
SSID (network) of your router.
2 Download the Spotify App to
your smartphone/iPhone from
Google Play or the App Store.
5 Select music to listen to on your
Chromecast-enabled app.
The music is played on the system.
Refer to Help Guide for detailed
operation.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/has/
mhc-v90dw/h_zz/
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3 Launch the Spotify App and log
in to a Spotify Premium account.
4Select and start playing the
music.
5 Tap the “Spotify Connect” icon
( ) and select the system as the
audio output device.
Note
Depending on the country and region,
music services and their periods of
availability may differ.
Hint
When “Spotify Connect” is activated, the
“Spotify Connect” icon ( ) lights up.
Gesture Control
Enjoying the Gesture
Control
You can control the operations
for PLAYBACK, DJ, SAMPLER and
KARAOKE mode by swiping your
hand over the GESTURE CONTROL
sensor on the unit.
Note
Swipe your hand over the GESTURE
CONTROL sensor in 6 directions as
follows.
Swiping motion Swipe in this direction
Right to left
Gesture Control
Do not touch or contact to the GESTURE
CONTROL sensor when you perform the
swiping motion.
Left to right
Bottom to top
Top to bottom
Clockwise
Anticlockwise
To activate the Gesture Control
Touch GESTURE ON/OFF, then touch
the mode you want (PLAYBACK, DJ,
SAMPLER, KARAOKE).
The GESTURE CONTROL lights up.
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To deactivate the Gesture
Control
Touch GESTURE ON/OFF.
The GESTURE CONTROL lights off.
Using the Gesture
Control during
playback
You can use the Gesture Control to
control basic playback when playing
music from a disc, USB device or
BLUETOOTH device.
Use the keys and GESTURE
CONTROL sensor on the touch panel
of the unit to perform this operation.
1 Touch GESTURE ON/OFF.
The GESTURE CONTROL lights up.
2 Touch PLAYBACK.
The PLAYBACK mode is activated.
Use the keys and GESTURE
CONTROL sensor on the touch panel
of the unit to perform this operation.
1 Touch GESTURE ON/OFF.
The GESTURE CONTROL lights up.
2 Touch DJ or SAMPLER.
The DJ or SAMPLER mode is
activated.
3 Swipe your hand over the
GESTURE CONTROL sensor.
For DJ mode:
To
Select ISOLATOR*2
Select WAH*3
Select PAN*4
4Swipe your hand over the
Reduce the level
of the selected
effect
GESTURE CONTROL sensor.
To
Go backward
Go forward
Play
Stop
Increase volume
Reduce volume
Swipe in this
direction
Swipe in this
direction
Select FLANGER*1
3 Touch DVD/CD, USB, FM, AUDIO
IN, or TV to select the function
you want.
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Creating a party
atmosphere (DJ Effect)
Increase the level
of the selected
effect
*1 Creates a deep flanging effect that
is similar to the roar of a jet plane.
*2 Isolates a specific frequency band
by adjusting the other frequency
bands. For example, when you want
to focus on vocals.
*3 Create a special effect of “Wahwah” sound by moving the
frequency of a filter up and down
automatically.
*4 Create a feeling that the sound
is moving around the speakers
between left and right channels.
For SAMPLER mode:
To
Swipe in this
direction
Output “Come
On!”
Output “Let’s Go!”
Output Reggae
Horn sound effect
Output Phaser
sound effect
Output Scratch
sound effect
Output Audience
sound effect
To output the SAMPLER mode
sound effect
Touch SAMPLER, then touch one
of the direct function key (DVD/CD,
USB, FM, AUDIO IN, TV) to output the
sound effect you want.
Using the Gesture
Control during Karaoke
function
Use the keys and GESTURE
CONTROL sensor on the touch panel
of the unit to perform this operation.
1 Touch GESTURE ON/OFF.
The GESTURE CONTROL lights up.
2 Touch KARAOKE.
The KARAOKE mode is activated.
3 Swipe your hand over the
GESTURE CONTROL sensor.
To
Reduce the pitch
of music ()
Increase the
pitch of music ()
Swipe your hand over the GESTURE
CONTROL sensor in the same
direction as in step 3 above.
Increase the
microphone
volume
Note
Decrease the
microphone
volume
when you:
—— turn off the system
—— change the function
—— deactivate the Gesture Control
—— change the mode to PLAYBACK/
SAMPLER/KARAOKE
•• If you activate the DJ Effect during
transferring, the sound effect will not be
transferred onto the USB device.
Output hand
clapping sound
effect
Gesture Control
To turn off the DJ mode
•• The DJ Effect is automatically turned off
Swipe in this
direction
Output booing
sound effect
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Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound
To
Do this
Reinforce bass
sound and create
more powerful
sound (MEGA
BASS)
Press MEGA BASS
repeatedly to select
“BASS ON”. The
MEGA BASS
indicator lights up.
To cancel, press
MEGA BASS
repeatedly to select
“BASS OFF”.
Touch FIESTA on the
Reproduce the
sound effect of a unit. To cancel,
party hall (Fiesta) touch FIESTA again.
Reproduce the
sound effect of a
concert hall
(Digital Music
Arena)
Press MUSIC ARENA
to select “ON”. To
cancel, press MUSIC
ARENA again.
Select a preset
sound effect
(Preset sound
effect)
Press SOUND FIELD
repeatedly to select
the sound effect
you want. To cancel,
press SOUND FIELD
repeatedly to select
“FLAT”.
Selecting the Virtual
Football mode
You can experience the feeling of
being in the stadium when watching
a football match broadcast.
Note that you can only select Virtual
Football mode during AUDIO IN and
TV functions.
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly
while watching a football match
broadcast.
•• ON NARRATION: You can enjoy an
immersive feeling of being in a
football stadium through enhanced
stadium cheers.
•• OFF NARRATION: You can enjoy a
more immersive feeling of being in a
football stadium by minimizing the
volume level of narration in addition
to the enhancement of cheers.
To cancel the Virtual Football
mode
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly to
select “FLAT”.
Note
•• We recommend that you select the
Virtual Football mode when watching a
football match broadcast.
•• If you hear unnatural sounds in the
content when “OFF NARRATION”
is selected, “ON NARRATION” is
recommended.
•• This feature does not support monaural
sound.
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Other Operations
Adjusting the
subwoofer level
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“S-WOOFER,” then press
.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the subwoofer level, then press
.
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Creating your own
sound effect
You can raise or lower the levels
of specific frequency bands, then
store the setting in the memory as
“CUSTOM EQ”.
“CUSTOM EQ”, then press
.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to adjust
the equalizer level, then press
.
“SongPal” is a dedicated app
for operating “SongPal”compatible audio devices
manufactured by Sony using a
smartphone or tablet. Search for
“SongPal” on Google Play or App
Store and download it using your
smartphone or tablet.
“SongPal” allows you to:
—change
—
the function of the system,
control the playback of the disc/
USB device and tune to an FM
station.
—browse
—
the music content of disc/
USB device.
—view
—
the information of disc/USB
such as playing time and title.
—adjust
—
the volume and change
sound setting.
1 Search for “SongPal” or scan the
two-dimensional code below.
4Repeat step 3 to adjust the level
of other frequency bands and
surround effect.
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
To select the custom equalizer
setting
Press MUSIC repeatedly to select
“CUSTOM EQ”.
2 Download “SongPal” app on
your remote device.
3 Connect the system and device
by BLUETOOTH connection
(page 45) or network
connection (page 49).
Sound Adjustment / Other Operations
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
Controlling the system
using a smartphone or
tablet (SongPal)
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Hint
If you connect the system and remote
device by network connection,
connect the device by Wi-Fi to the
same network as that of the system.
4Launch “SongPal” and follow
the on-screen instructions.
Note
•• We recommend you to use the latest
“SongPal” version.
•• If the “SongPal” application does not
work properly, touch BLUETOOTH on
the unit to terminate the BLUETOOTH
connection, then perform the
BLUETOOTH connection again so that
the BLUETOOTH connection functions
normally.
•• Available operations via “SongPal” may
differ depending on the audio devices.
•• For more details on “SongPal”, refer to
the following URL.
http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/
•• Specifications and display design
of “SongPal” are subject to change
without notice.
Getting frenzied parties
with the “Fiestable”
app
You can control the party
features of Sony’s Home
Audio System with intuitive
and fancy user interface with the
“Fiestable” app. “Fiestable” allows
you to control features such as DJ
Effect, illumination and Karaoke.
Even if “Fiestable” is installed, the
“Fiestable” icon is not displayed on
the remote device home screen. It is
embedded in the “SongPal” app as
a plug-in.
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1 Search and download “SongPal”
app on your remote device
(page 57).
2 Search and download
“Fiestable” app from Google
Play or App Store using your
remote device.
3 Launch “SongPal” and touch the
“Fiestable” icon at the top left
corner.
Note
•• Before using “Fiestable”, turn on
the BLUETOOTH function of your
smartphone or tablet.
•• For more details on “SongPal”, refer to
the following URL.
http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/
Using the Control for
HDMI function
Connecting a TV compatible with
the Control for HDMI function* by
HDMI cable (High Speed HDMI Cable
with Ethernet, not supplied) enables
you to easily operate the device by a
TV remote control.
The following functions can be used
with the Control for HDMI function.
•• System Power Off function
•• System Audio Control function
•• Audio Return Channel
•• One-Touch Play function
•• Remote Easy Control
•• Language Follow
System Audio Control function
* Control for HDMI is a standard used
by CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)
for allowing HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface) devices to control
each other.
If you turn on the system while you
are watching the TV, the TV sound
will be output from the speakers
of the system. The volume of the
system can be adjusted using the
TV’s remote control.
If the TV sound was output from the
speakers of the system the previous
time you watched the TV, the system
will be turned on automatically
when you turn on the TV again.
Operations can also be made by the
TV’s menu. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Note
These functions may work with devices
other than those manufactured by Sony,
but operation is not guaranteed.
Preparing to use the Control for
HDMI function
Press DVD SETUP, then set [HDMI
SETUP] – [CONTROL FOR HDMI] on
the system to [ON] (page 40). The
default setting is [ON].
Enable the Control for HDMI function
settings for the TV connected to the
system.
Hint
System Power Off function
When you turn off the TV, the system
will turn off automatically.
Press DVD SETUP, then set
[HDMI SETUP] – [STANDBY LINKED
TO TV] on the system to [ON] or
[AUTO] (page 40). The default
setting is [AUTO].
Note
The connected device may not turn off
depending on the status of the device.
on the TV screen depending on the TV.
It may differ from the volume level on
the display.
•• Depending on the settings of the TV,
the System Audio Control function may
not be available. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Audio Return Channel
If the system is connected to a TV’s
HDMI IN jack compatible with Audio
Return Channel, you can listen to
TV sound from the speakers of the
system without connecting an audio
cable (not supplied).
On the system, press DVD SETUP,
then set [HDMI SETUP] –
[AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL] to [ON]
(page 40). The default setting is
[ON].
Other Operations
If you enable the Control for HDMI
(“BRAVIA” sync) function when using a
TV manufactured by Sony, the Control
for HDMI function of the system is also
enabled automatically. When settings are
completed, “COMPLETE” appears on the
display.
Note
•• The system’s volume level is displayed
Note
If the TV is not compatible with Audio
Return Channel, an audio cable (not
supplied) needs to be connected
(page 26).
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One-Touch Play function
When you play video content on
disc or USB device on the system,
the TV is turned on automatically.
The TV’s input is switched to the
HDMI input which the system is
connected.
Note
Depending on the TV, the beginning part
of content being played may not play
correctly.
Remote Easy Control
You can select the system by the
SYNC MENU button on the TV
remote control and operate the
system.
This function can be used if the TV
supports the link menu. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of
your TV.
Note
•• In the TV’s link menu, the system is
recognized by the TV as “Player”.
•• Some operations may not be available
with some TVs.
Language Follow
When you change the language
for the on-screen display of the
TV, the system’s on-screen display
language is also changed.
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Using the Party Chain function
You can connect multiple audio systems in a chain to create a more
interesting party environment and to produce higher sound output.
An activated system in the chain will be the “Party Host” and share the music.
Other systems will become “Party Guests” and play the same music as that
being played by the “Party Host”.
Setting up the Party Chain
Set up a Party Chain by connecting all the systems using audio cables (not
supplied).
Before connecting cables, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead).
If all the systems are equipped with Party Chain function
Example: When connecting using this system as the first system
First system
Other Operations
Continue the
connection until
the last system
Second
system
Last system
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•• The last system must be connected to the first system.
•• Any system can become a Party Host.
•• You can change the Party Host to another system in the chain. For details,
see “To select a new Party Host (when all the systems are equipped with
Party Chain function)” (page 63).
If one of the systems is not equipped with Party Chain function
Example: When connecting using this system as the first system
First system
Continue the
connection until
the last system
Second
system
Last system*
* Connect the system which is not equipped with Party Chain function at the last system,
otherwise the chain will stop at that system. Be sure to select the Audio In function on
this last system.
•• The last system is not connected to the first system.
•• You must select the first system as Party Host so that all systems are playing
the same music when Party Chain function is activated.
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Enjoying the Party Chain
1 Plug in the AC power cord
(mains lead) and turn on all the
systems.
2 Adjust the volume on each
system.
3 Activate the Party Chain
function on the system to be
used as the Party Host.
Example: When using this system
as the Party Host
Touch FUNCTION repeatedly on the
unit to select the function you want
(except when the AUDIO IN function
is used in connection
(page 61)). Start playing the
music, then touch and hold PARTY
CHAIN on the unit.
“PARTY CHAIN” appears on the
display. The Party Host starts the
Party Chain, and other systems
become Party Guests automatically.
All systems play the same music as
that being played by the Party Host.
See page 51.
systems, refer to the operating
instructions of the systems.
To select a new Party Host (when
all the systems are equipped
with Party Chain function)
Repeat step 3 of “Enjoying the Party
Chain” on the system to be used
as a new Party Host. The current
Party Host becomes Party Guest
automatically. All systems play the
same music as that being played by
the new Party Host.
Note
•• You can select another system as the
new Party Host only after the Party
Chain function of all the systems in the
Chain has been activated.
•• If the selected system does not become
a new Party Host after a few seconds,
repeat step 3 under “Enjoying the Party
Chain”.
To deactivate the Party Chain
Touch and hold
the Party Host.
PARTY CHAIN on
Note
If the Party Chain function is not
deactivated after a few seconds, touch
and hold PARTY CHAIN on the Party
Host again.
Other Operations
To enjoy the Wireless Party
Chain
•• For detailed operation on other
Note
•• Depending on the total unit of systems
you have connected, Party Guests may
take some time to start playing the
music.
•• Changing the volume level and sound
effect on the Party Host will not affect
the output on the Party Guests.
•• When you use the microphone or play
the guitar on Party Host, the sound will
not be output from Party Guests.
•• When one of the systems in the chain
is performing USB transfer, wait for the
system to complete or stop the transfer
before you activate the Party Chain
function.
Setting the Party Chain sound
mode
You can set the sound mode when
the Party Chain function is activated.
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“P CHAIN MODE”, then press
.
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3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the mode you want, then press
.
“STEREO”: outputs the stereo
sound.
• “RIGHT CH”: outputs the
monaural sound of the right
channel.
• “LEFT CH”: outputs the monaural
sound of the left channel.
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Note
•
•
•
•
Singing along: Karaoke
Preparing for Karaoke
1
Touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL – on
the unit repeatedly to reduce
the microphone volume level.
2 Connect an optional
microphone to MIC1 or MIC2/
GUITAR jack on the unit.
Connect another optional
microphone if you want to sing in
duet.
If the GUITAR indicator is lit, touch
GUITAR on the unit repeatedly until
the GUITAR indicator lights off.
3 Start playing the music and
adjust the microphone volume.
Press MIC ECHO repeatedly to
adjust the echo effect.
4 Start singing along with the
music.
To use the Gesture Control
during karaoke
See page 55.
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Touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL +/– on
the unit repeatedly to adjust the
microphone volume level. You cannot
adjust the microphone volume level
using VOLUME +/– on the unit or +/–
on the remote control.
If howling occurs:
— move the microphone away from the
system.
— change the direction of the
microphone.
— touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL – on the
unit repeatedly.
Microphone sound will not be
transferred to the USB device during
USB transfer.
Using Vocal Fader
You can reduce the sound of the
vocal in stereo source.
Touch KARAOKE, then touch
VOCAL FADER on the unit
repeatedly to select “ON V FADER”.
To cancel Vocal Fader effect, touch
VOCAL FADER repeatedly to select
“OFF”.
Changing the key (Key Control)
Press KEY CONTROL / to suit
your vocal range.
Activating the Karaoke scoring
mode (Score Mode)
You only can use scoring function
when the microphone is connected.
Your score is calculated from a scale
of 0 to 99 by comparing your voice
with the music source.
To use the score mode, be sure to
connect a microphone at least to the
MIC1 jack, otherwise the score mode
will not work.
For the MIC2/GUITAR jack, the score
mode is available only while the
guitar mode is turned off.
1 Start playing the music.
2 Press SCORE before singing a
song.
3 After singing for more than a
minute, press SCORE again to
view your score.
Using Voice Changer
Enjoying sound from a
guitar
You can listen to the sound from the
guitar by connecting a guitar to the
MIC2/GUITAR jack on the unit. You
can also play the guitar and sing
along by connecting a microphone
to the MIC1 jack on the unit.
1 Touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL – on
the unit repeatedly to reduce
the guitar volume level.
2 Use an instrument cable (not
supplied) to connect a guitar
(not supplied) to MIC2/GUITAR
jack on the unit.
You can change your voice when
you talk or sing into microphone.
There are 7 different patterns.
3 Touch GUITAR on the unit
Touch KARAOKE, then touch VOICE
CHANGER +/– on the unit
repeatedly to change your voice
effect.
4Start playing the guitar and
repeatedly until GUITAR
indicator lights up.
adjust the guitar volume.
The guitar sound is output from the
system.
the guitar volume level on your guitar
until the distorted sound disappears.
If the guitar volume level is too low,
touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL + on the unit
repeatedly to adjust the guitar volume.
•• While playing the guitar, you can adjust
the echo effect by pressing MIC ECHO
repeatedly.
Other Operations
Note
•• If the guitar sound is distorted, reduce
To turn off the guitar mode
Touch GUITAR on the unit repeatedly
until GUITAR indicator lights off.
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Enjoying music with the
Party Light and Speaker
Light
1 Press PARTY LIGHT repeatedly
to select “LED ON”.
2 Press LIGHT MODE repeatedly to
change the illumination mode.
To turn off Party Light and
Speaker Light
Press PARTY LIGHT repeatedly to
select “LED OFF”.
Note
•• Do not look directly at the light-emitting
part when the Party Light is turned on.
•• If the illumination brightness is glaring,
switch on the room lights or turn off the
illumination.
•• You can turn on or off the Party Light
and Speaker Light when demonstration
is turned on.
Using the Sleep Timer
The system turns off automatically
after the preset time.
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select
the time you want.
To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP
repeatedly to select “OFF”.
Hint
To check the remaining time before the
system turns off, press SLEEP.
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Using the Voice
Guidance
You can hear English Voice Guidance
on the following situations via the
system.
—When
—
entering BLUETOOTH
pairing.
—When
—
a BLUETOOTH device is
connected.
—When
—
a BLUETOOTH device is
disconnected.
—During
—
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
(WPS) operation
—When
—
a Wi-Fi network connection
is established.
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“VOICE GUIDANCE”, then press
.
3 Press
press
/ to select “ON”, then
.
The Voice Guidance is activated. To
exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Note
•• The Voice Guidance and the SAMPLER
sound effect cannot be output at the
same time. If you select SAMPLER
sound effect while using the Voice
Guidance, the Voice Guidance will be
stopped automatically, and if you use
the Voice Guidance during SAMPLER
sound effect output, the SAMPLER
sound effect will stop automatically.
•• The Voice Guidance volume level
change according to the system’s
volume level. However, in some cases,
the Voice Guidance volume level may
not change.
•• In some cases, there may be a delay in
Voice Guidance output.
Using optional
equipment
1 Press – repeatedly until “VOL
MIN” appears on the display.
2 Connect an optional equipment
(page 21).
3 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly
to select “AUDIO IN”.
4Start playing the connected
equipment.
5 Press + repeatedly to adjust
the volume.
Note
The system may enter standby mode
automatically if the volume level of the
connected equipment is too low. Adjust
the volume level of the equipment.
To turn off automatic standby function,
see “Setting the automatic standby
function” (page 67).
You can deactivate the keys (except
) on the touch panel of the unit to
prevent misoperation, such as child
mischief.
Touch and hold on the unit for
more than 5 seconds.
“CHILD LOCK ON” appears on the
display.
You can only operate the system using
the buttons on the remote control.
Note
•• Child Lock function will be turned off
automatically when you disconnect the
AC power cord (mains lead).
•• Child Lock function cannot be activated
when you open the disc tray.
Setting the automatic
standby function
The system enters standby mode
automatically in about 15 minutes
when there is no operation or audio
signal output.
By default, the automatic standby
function is turned on.
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“AutoSTBY”, then press
.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
“ON” or “OFF”, then press .
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Note
•• “AutoSTBY” flashes on the display about
2 minutes before entering standby
mode.
•• The automatic standby function does
not work in the following cases:
—— during tuner function.
—— when the Sleep Timer is activated.
—— when microphone or Guitar is
connected.
Other Operations
Deactivating the touch
panel on the unit (Child
Lock)
To turn off the Child Lock function,
touch and hold on the unit for more
than 5 seconds until “CHILD LOCK OFF”
appears on the display.
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Setting the
BLUETOOTH/Network
standby mode
Turning on or off the
BLUETOOTH/Wi-Fi
signal
The BLUETOOTH/Network standby
mode enables the system to
turn on automatically when you
establish a BLUETOOTH connection,
a Wi-Fi connection, or a wired LAN
connection.
You can connect to the system from
a linked network device or a paired
BLUETOOTH device in all functions
when the system’s BLUETOOTH/
Wi-Fi signal is set to on. The
BLUETOOTH/Wi-Fi signal is turned
on by default.
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“NW STBY”, then press
.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the setting, then press .
•• “ON”: The system turns on
automatically even when the
system is in standby mode.
•• “OFF”: Turns off this function.
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“RF”, then press
.
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
the setting you want, then press
.
•• “RF ON”: Wi-Fi signal is on/
BLUETOOTH signal is on
•• “WIFI OFF”: Wi-Fi signal is off/
BLUETOOTH signal is on
•• “RF OFF”: Wi-Fi signal is off/
BLUETOOTH signal is off
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Note
You cannot perform the following
operations when BLUETOOTH/Wi-Fi
signal is set to off:
—— Pairing and/or connecting with
BLUETOOTH device
—— Using “SongPal”
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Updating the software
The software of this system may be
updated in the future.
You can update your system’s preinstalled software by using one of
the following 3 methods:
Automatic update via the
Internet
When the system is connected to
the Internet, the system updates
the software automatically if a new
update file is detected. This feature
requires the settings to be made
by using a smartphone/iPhone
installed with “SongPal”.
Launch “SongPal” on your
smartphone/iPhone, and set [Auto
Update] in the [Settings] menu.
Refer to SongPal Help for more
details.
http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/
Hint
/ repeatedly to select
“SYSTEM”, then press .
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
“UPDATE”, then press .
4Press
/ repeatedly to select
“VIA NW”, then press .
5 Press
/ repeatedly to select
“EXEC”, then press .
6Press
/ repeatedly to select
“YES”, then press .
To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS.
Manual update via a USB
device
Use a computer or another device
to download the update file from
the websites below, then store it
in a USB device. Follow the online
instructions to update the software.
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>
Other Operations
Automatic update will start updating
the software after downloading all
the update files. So, data corruption
and loss do not occur even if the
network connection is unintentionally
disconnected. If the error message
persists, perform the manual update via
a USB device.
2 Press
Manual update via the Internet
When the system is connected to
the Internet, “UPDATE” lights up on
the display if the system detects a
new update file.
1 Press OPTIONS.
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem
with your system, find your problem
in the troubleshooting checklist
below and take the corrective
action.
If the problem persists, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Note that if the service personnel
changes some parts during repair,
these parts may be retained.
If “PROTECTx CHECK MANUAL”
appears on the display
(“x“ is a number)
Immediately unplug the AC
power cord (mains lead), and
check if anything is blocking the
ventilation openings of the unit.
After you have checked and
found no problems, reconnect
the AC power cord (mains lead),
and turn on the system. If the
issue persists, contact your
nearest Sony dealer.
General
The power does not turn on.
•• Check that the AC power cord
(mains lead) is connected securely.
The system cannot be turned off
even though is pressed.
•• You may have set the display
mode to the demonstration mode
unintentionally. Press DISPLAY
repeatedly to select Power Saving
Mode (page 29).
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The system has entered standby
mode.
•• This is not a malfunction. The
system enters standby mode
automatically in about 15 minutes
when there is no operation or
audio signal output (page 67).
There is no sound.
•• Adjust the volume.
•• Check the connection of the
optional equipment, if any
(page 21).
•• Turn on the connected equipment.
•• Unplug the AC power cord (mains
lead), then plug in the AC power
cord (mains lead) again and turn
on the system.
There is no picture/sound when
connected to the HDMI OUT (TV)
jack.
•• Change the setting in [HDMI
SETUP] – [HDMI RESOLUTION]. The
problem may be solved.
•• The equipment connected to
the HDMI OUT (TV) jack does
not conform to the audio signal
format. In this case, set [HDMI
SETUP] – [AUDIO(HDMI)] to [PCM]
(page 40).
•• Try the following:
—Turn
—
the system off and on
again.
—Turn
—
the connected equipment
off and on again.
—Disconnect
—
then connect the
HDMI cable again.
There is no microphone sound.
•• Adjust the microphone volume
level.
•• Make sure the microphone is
connected to the MIC1 or MIC2/
GUITAR jack on the unit correctly.
•• Make sure the microphone is
turned on.
No TV sound is heard from the
system.
•• Check that the speaker output
setting on the TV is set to use
external speakers.
There is severe hum or noise.
•• Move the system away from
sources of noise.
•• Move the system away from the
neon signs or fluorescent light.
•• Connect the system to a different
wall outlet.
•• Install a noise filter (not supplied)
to the AC power cord (mains lead).
•• Turn off surrounding electrical
equipment.
•• The noise generated by the
cooling fans of the system may be
heard when the system is turned
on. This is not a malfunction.
There is acoustic feedback.
•• Reduce the volume.
•• Move the microphone or Guitar
away from the system or change
the direction of the microphone.
The color irregularity on a TV
screen persists.
•• Turn off the TV at once, then turn
it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If the
color irregularity still persists,
place the system farther away
from the TV.
A clicking sound is heard when
turning the power on.
•• This is the operating sound and it
occurs when the power is turned
on or off, for example. This is not a
malfunction.
Disc player
The disc tray does not open and
“LOCKED” appears on the display.
•• Consult your nearest Sony dealer
or local authorized Sony service
facility.
The disc tray does not close.
•• Load the disc correctly.
The disc does not eject.
•• You cannot eject the disc during
Synchronized Transfer or REC1
Transfer. Press to cancel the
transfer, then touch on the unit
to eject the disc.
•• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Playback does not start.
•• Wipe the disc clean (page 81).
•• Reload the disc.
•• Load the disc that this system can
play back (page 9).
•• Remove the disc and wipe away
the moisture on the disc, then
leave the system turned on for
a few hours until the moisture
evaporates.
•• The region code on the DVD VIDEO
does not match the system.
The sound skips.
•• Wipe the disc clean (page 81).
•• Reload the disc.
•• Move the unit to a place with no
vibration.
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The remote control does not
function.
•• Remove the obstacles between
the remote control and the unit.
•• Move the remote control closer to
the unit.
•• Point the remote control at the
unit’s sensor.
•• Replace the batteries (R03/size
AAA).
•• Move the unit away from the
fluorescent light.
“CHILD LOCK” appears when you
touch any key on the unit.
•• Set the Child Lock function to off
(page 67).
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Playback does not start from the
first track.
•• Set the play mode to Normal Play
(page 34).
•• Resume Play has been selected.
Press twice. Then, press to
start playback.
You cannot perform some
functions such as Stop, Lock
Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat
Play, or Shuffle Play.
•• Depending on the disc, you may
not be able to do some of the
operations above. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied
with the disc.
The DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3,
MPEG4, or Xvid) cannot be played
back.
•• The data is not stored in the
supported format.
•• Make sure you have selected
the correct Media Mode before
playback.
The folder name, track name, file
name and ID3 tag characters do
not appear properly.
•• The ID3 version is not in Version 1
(1.0/1.1) or Version 2 (2.2/2.3).
•• The character codes that can be
displayed by this system are as
follows:
—Upper
—
cases (A to Z)
—Numbers
—
(0 to 9)
—Symbols
—
(< > * +, [ ] \ _)
Other characters appear as “_”.
The sound loses stereo effect
when you play back an AUDIO CD,
VIDEO CD, audio file, video file, or
DVD VIDEO.
•• Turn off the Vocal Fader
(page 64).
•• Make sure the system is
connected properly.
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USB device
Transferring results in an error.
•• You are using an unsupported USB
device. Check the information on
the website about compatible USB
devices (page 12).
•• The USB device is not formatted
correctly. Refer to the operating
instructions of the USB device on
how to format.
•• Turn off the system and remove
the USB device. If the USB device
has a power switch, turn the USB
device off and on again after
removing it from the system. Then,
perform the transfer again.
•• If the transfer and erase
operations are repeated multiple
times, the file structure within the
USB device becomes fragmented.
Refer to the operating instructions
of the USB device on how to deal
with this problem.
•• The USB device was disconnected
or the power was turned off
during transfer. Delete the
partially-transferred file, and
perform the transfer again. If this
does not fix the problem, the USB
device may be broken. Refer to the
operating instructions of the USB
device on how to deal with this
problem.
Audio files or folders on the USB
device cannot be erased.
•• Check if the USB device is writeprotected.
•• The USB device was disconnected
or the power was turned off
during the erase operation. Delete
the partially-erased file. If this
does not fix the problem, the USB
device may be broken. Refer to the
operating instructions of the USB
device on how to deal with this
problem.
There is no sound.
•• The USB device is not connected
correctly. Turn off the system and
reconnect the USB device, then
turn on the system and check if
“USB” appears on the display.
“READING” is displayed for an
extended time, or it takes a long
time before playback starts.
•• The reading process can take a
long time in the following cases.
—There
—
are many folders or files
on the USB device (page 11).
“NO FILE” appears on the display.
•• The system has entered the
software update mode, and all
keys (except ) are deactivated.
Press on the unit to cancel the
software update.
“OVER CURRENT” appears on the
display.
•• A problem has been detected
with the level of electrical current
from the (USB) port. Unplug
the AC power cord (mains lead)
and remove the USB device from
the port. Make sure there is no
problem with the USB device.
If this display pattern persists,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Erroneous display.
•• The data stored in the USB
device may have been corrupted,
perform the transfer again.
•• The character codes that can be
displayed by this system are as
follows:
—Upper
—
cases (A to Z)
—Numbers
—
(0 to 9)
—Symbols
—
(< > * +, [ ] \ _)
Other characters appear as “_”.
The USB device is not recognized.
•• Turn off the system and reconnect
the USB device, then turn on the
system.
•• Check the information on the
website about compatible USB
devices (page 12).
Additional Information
There is noise, skipping, or
distorted sound.
•• You are using an unsupported USB
device. Check the information on
the website about compatible USB
devices (page 12).
•• Turn off the system and reconnect
the USB device, then turn on the
system.
•• The music data itself contains
noise, or the sound is distorted.
Noise may have entered during
the transfer process. Delete the
file, and try transfer again.
•• The bit rate used in encoding an
audio file was low. Send an audio
file with higher bit rate to the USB
device.
—The
—
file structure is extremely
complex.
—The
—
memory capacity is
excessive.
—The
—
internal memory is
fragmented.
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•• The USB device is not working
properly. Refer to the operating
instructions of the USB device on
how to deal with this problem.
Playback does not start.
•• Turn off the system and reconnect
the USB device, then turn on the
system.
•• Check the information on the
website about compatible USB
devices (page 12).
Playback does not start from the
first file.
•• Set the play mode to Normal Play
(page 34).
Files cannot be played back.
•• Make sure you have selected
the correct Media Mode before
playback.
•• USB devices formatted with file
systems other than FAT16 or FAT32
are unsupported.*
•• If you use a partitioned USB
device, only files on the first
partition can be played back.
* This system supports FAT16 and FAT32,
but some USB devices may not support
all of these FAT. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of each USB
device or contact the manufacturer.
Picture
There is no picture.
•• Check that the system is
connected securely.
•• If the video cable or HDMI cable
is damaged, replace it with a new
one.
•• Make sure you connect the unit to
the HDMI input jack or the video
input jack of your TV (page 25).
•• Make sure you turn on the TV and
operate the TV correctly.
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•• Make sure you select the input
according to the connection on
the TV so that you can view the
pictures from the system.
•• (Except for Latin American,
European, and Russian models)
Make sure you set the color
system correctly, according to your
TV’s color system.
Picture noise appears.
•• Wipe the disc clean (page 81).
•• If video signal from your system
has to go through your VCR to
your TV, the copy-protection
applied to some DVD VIDEO
programs could affect the picture
quality.
•• (Except for Latin American,
European, and Russian models)
When you play back a VIDEO CD
recorded in a different color
system from the one you set to the
system, the picture image may be
distorted (pages 28, 38).
•• (Except for Latin American,
European, and Russian models)
Set the color system to match your
TV (pages 28, 38).
The aspect ratio of the TV screen
cannot be changed.
•• The aspect ratio is fixed on your
DVD VIDEO and video file.
•• Depending on the TV, you may not
change the aspect ratio.
The language for the sound track
cannot be changed.
•• Multilingual tracks are not
recorded on the DVD VIDEO being
played back.
•• The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing
the language for the sound track.
The subtitles language cannot be
changed.
•• Multilingual subtitles are not
recorded on the DVD VIDEO being
played back.
•• The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing
the subtitles.
The subtitles cannot be turned off.
•• The DVD VIDEO prohibits turning
off subtitles.
The camera angles cannot be
changed.
•• Multi-angles are not recorded on
the DVD VIDEO being played back.
•• The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing
the angles.
Tuner*
There is severe hum or noise, or
stations cannot be received.
•• Connect the antenna properly.
•• Change antenna location and
its orientation to obtain good
reception.
•• Turn off nearby electrical
equipment.
* Radio may not be received depending
on the radio wave conditions or the
housing environment in your area.
Pairing cannot be performed.
•• Move the BLUETOOTH device
closer to the system.
•• Pairing may not be possible if
other BLUETOOTH devices are
present around the system.
In this case, turn off the other
BLUETOOTH devices.
•• Make sure to enter the correct
passkey when selecting the
system’s name (this system) on
the BLUETOOTH device.
Connection is not possible.
•• The BLUETOOTH device you
attempted to connect does not
support the A2DP profile, and
cannot be connected with the
system.
•• Enable the BLUETOOTH function of
the BLUETOOTH device.
•• Establish a connection from the
BLUETOOTH device.
•• The pairing registration
information has been erased.
Perform the pairing operation
again.
The sound skips or fluctuates, or
the connection is lost.
•• The system and the BLUETOOTH
device are too far apart.
•• If there are obstacles between
the system and your BLUETOOTH
device, remove or avoid the
obstacles.
•• If there is equipment that
generates electromagnetic
radiation, such as a wireless LAN,
other BLUETOOTH device, or a
microwave oven nearby, move
them away.
The sound of your BLUETOOTH
device cannot be heard on this
system.
•• Increase the volume on your
BLUETOOTH device first, then
adjust the volume using +/–.
Additional Information
BLUETOOTH device
The BLUETOOTH device cannot
detect the system, or “RF OFF”
appears on the display.
•• Set the BLUETOOTH/Wi-Fi
signal to “WIFI OFF” or “RF ON”
(page 68).
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There is severe hum, noise, or
distorted sound.
•• If there are obstacles between
the system and your BLUETOOTH
device, remove or avoid the
obstacles.
•• If there is equipment that
generates electromagnetic
radiation, such as a wireless LAN,
other BLUETOOTH device, or a
microwave oven nearby, move
them away.
•• Turn down the volume of the
connected BLUETOOTH device.
Network connection
The system cannot connect to the
network. (Other equipment on the
network cannot find or recognize
the system.)
•• Check that
is lit on the display.
•• It takes about 2 minutes for the
system to acquire an IP address
when the system is turned on in
a communication environment
without a router.
•• When you use a fixed IP address,
the same IP address may be
used by other equipment. Use a
different IP address.
The system cannot connect to the
network via a wireless LAN
connection.
•• If a network (LAN) cable is
connected to the system, the
system automatically operates to
establish a wired LAN connection.
If you wish to use a wireless LAN
connection, do not connect a
network (LAN) cable to the system.
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•• Check the settings of the wireless
LAN router/access point. If the
SSID stealth mode is set to “On”
on the access point, set it to “Off”.
For details on the settings of the
access point of the wireless router,
refer to the operating manual of
the access point.
•• Set the BLUETOOTH/Wi-Fi signal
to “RF ON” (page 68).
The system cannot connect to the
network using WPS.
•• Set up your network after
searching the access point using
the access point scan.
•• You cannot connect to a network
using WPS when your access point
is set to WEP.
•• Update the firmware of the
wireless LAN router/access point
to the latest version.
Music Services
The system cannot connect to
Music Services.
•• Make sure the wireless LAN
router/access point is turned on.
•• Check that
is lit on the display.
If not, set up a wireless network
again. For details, see Wi-Fi
Startup Guide.
•• When the system is connected
to a wireless network, place the
wireless LAN/access point and
the system closer together and
perform the setup again.
•• Depending on the providers, only
one connection to Internet is
allowed.
•• When you turn on your mobile
phone (Android device, Xperia
device, or iPhone/iPod touch)
after a moment of power off, try to
restart the “SongPal” application.
Home Network
The controller (the operating
device) cannot find this system.
(The controller cannot browse the
contents of this system.)
•• Make sure that the controller is
connected to the home network.
•• The multicast control on the
access point is enabled.
Music started automatically.
•• This system may be controlled
by another equipment. To block
such control, set the BLUETOOTH/
Network standby mode to off
(page 68).
Tuning or playback cannot be
performed.
•• Confirm that the audio file is
improper or has been deleted
from the server. Refer to the
operating instructions of the
server.
file in an audio format that the
system does not support. Check
the audio format information on
the server.
•• Disable the multicast control on
the wireless LAN router/access
point. If it is enabled, it may take
several minutes to output the
audio. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of the
wireless LAN router/access point.
•• The access from this system is not
permitted by the server. Change
the settings on the server to
allow access from this system.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the server.
Gesture Control
The Gesture Control cannot be
activated.
•• Touch GESTURE ON/OFF
repeatedly until GESTURE
CONTROL lights up.
•• Make sure the Child Lock function
is not activated (page 67).
The Gesture Control does not
operate properly.
•• Move your hand closer to
GESTURE CONTROL sensor (page
53) when you perform the
swiping motion.
•• Perform the swiping motion at a
slower speed.
•• Select the correct mode
(PLAYBACK, DJ, SAMPLER or
KARAOKE) before you start using
the Gesture Control (page 54,
55).
•• Install a noise filter (not supplied)
to the AC power cord (mains lead).
•• Turn off surrounding electrical
equipment.
Additional Information
The sound is interrupted.
•• The DLNA server is overloaded.
Quit all running applications.
•• The wireless signal has
interference. Turn off other
devices such as your microwave
oven.
•• The communications speed of the
wireless LAN may become slower
for IEEE802.11n-compliant wireless
LAN routers/access points if the
security method is set to WEP
or WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP). If the
speed becomes slower, change
the security method to
WPA/WPA2-PSK (AES).
The encryption (security) scheme
varies depending on the device.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your router/access
point.
•• The server tries to play the audio
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Control for HDMI (“BRAVIA”
Sync)
The system does not turn on even
when the TV is turned on.
•• Press DVD SETUP, then set [HDMI
SETUP] – [CONTROL FOR HDMI]
to [ON] (page 40). The TV must
support the Control for HDMI
function (page 58). For details,
refer to the operating instructions
of your TV.
•• Check the speaker settings of the
TV. The system power syncs with
the speaker settings of the TV.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your TV.
•• If the sound was output from the
TV’s speakers the previous time,
the system does not turn on even
when the TV is turned on.
The system turns off when the TV
is turned off.
•• Check the setting of [HDMI
SETUP] – [STANDBY LINKED TO
TV] (page 40). When [STANDBY
LINKED TO TV] is set to [ON], the
system turns off automatically
when you turn off the TV
regardless of the input.
The system does not turn off even
when the TV is turned off.
•• Check the setting of [HDMI
SETUP] – [STANDBY LINKED TO TV]
(page 40).
To turn the system off
automatically regardless of the
input when you turn off the TV, set
[STANDBY LINKED TO TV] to [ON].
The TV must support the Control
for HDMI function (page 58).
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your TV.
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No TV sound is output from the
system.
•• Check the type and connection of
the HDMI cable or audio cable that
is connected to the system and
the TV (page 25).
•• If your TV is compatible with Audio
Return Channel, make sure the
system is connected to an ARCcompatible HDMI IN jack of the TV
(page 25). If sound is still not
output or if sound is interrupted,
connect an audio cable (not
supplied) and press DVD
SETUP, then set [HDMI SETUP] –
[AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL] to
[OFF] (page 40).
•• If your TV is not compatible with
Audio Return Channel, TV sound
will not be output from the system
even if the system is connected to
the TV’s HDMI IN jack. To output TV
sound from the system, connect
an audio cable (not supplied)
(page 26).
•• Switch input of the system to “TV”
(page 26).
•• Increase the volume on the
system.
•• Depending on the order in
which you connect the TV and
the system, the system may be
muted and “MUTING” lights up in
display panel of the system. If this
happens, turn on the TV first, then
the system.
•• Set the speakers setting of the TV
(BRAVIA) to Audio System. Refer to
the operating instructions of your
TV on how to set the TV.
The sound is output from both the
system and the TV.
•• Mute the sound of the system or
the TV.
•• Change the speaker output on the
TV to TV speaker or Audio System.
Party Chain
Party Chain function cannot be
activated.
•• Check the connections
(page 61).
•• Make sure the audio cables are
connected correctly.
Party Chain function does not
work properly.
•• Turn off the system. Then, turn it
back on again to activate the Party
Chain function.
Resetting the system
If the system still does not operate
properly, reset the system to factory
default settings.
1 Unplug the AC power cord (mains
lead), then plug it back in.
2 Press to turn on the system.
3 Press OPTIONS.
4 Press / repeatedly to select
“SYSTEM”, then press
.
5 Press
/ repeatedly to select
“RESET”, then press .
6 Press
/ repeatedly to select
“YES”, then press .
“RESET” appears on the display.
After the reset completes, the
system automatically reboots. Press
to turn on the system.
All user-configured settings, such as
preset radio stations and Sleep
Timer are reset to factory default
setting.
Returning the setup menu
settings to the default
You can return the setup
menu settings (except for
[PARENTAL CONTROL] settings) to
the default settings.
1 Press DVD SETUP.
The setup menu appears on the TV
screen.
2 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[SYSTEM SETUP], then press .
Additional Information
The Control for HDMI function
does not work properly.
•• Check the connection with the
system (page 21).
•• Enable the Control for HDMI
function on the TV. For details,
refer to the operating instructions
of your TV.
•• Wait a while, then try again. If you
unplug the system, it will take
a while before operations can
be made. Wait for 15 seconds or
longer, then try again.
•• Make sure the TV connected to
the system support the Control for
HDMI function.
•• The type and number of devices
that can be controlled by the
Control for HDMI function is
restricted by the HDMI CEC
standard as follows:
—Recording
—
devices (Blu-ray Disc
recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up
to 3 devices
—Playback
—
devices (Blu-ray Disc
Player, DVD player, etc.): up to
3 devices (this system uses one
of them)
—Tuner-related
—
devices: up to
4 devices
—Audio
—
system (receiver/
headphone): up to 1 device
(used by this system)
3 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[RESET], then press .
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4 Press
/ repeatedly to select
[YES], then press .
It takes a few seconds to complete.
Do not press while resetting the
system.
Self-diagnosis Function
When letters/numbers appear
on the TV screen or the display
When the self-diagnosis function
is activated to prevent the system
from malfunctioning, a service
number appears. The service
number consists of an alphabet
and numerals (e.g. C 13 50). See the
following table for the cause and
corrective action.
First 3
Cause and corrective
characters of action
the service
number
C 13
This disc is dirty.
•• Clean the disc with a
soft cloth (page 81).
C 31
The disc is not inserted
correctly.
•• Turn off the system,
then turn it back on
again. Then re-insert the
disc correctly.
E XX
(XX is a
number)
To prevent a
malfunction, the system
has performed the
self-diagnosis function.
•• Contact your nearest
Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service
facility and give the
5-character service
number.
Example: E 61 10
Messages
One of the following messages may
appear or flash on the display during
operation.
CANNOT PLAY
•• A disc that cannot be played back
was inserted.
•• A DVD VIDEO with unsupported
region code was inserted.
DATA ERROR
•• The file is created in unsupported
format.
•• The file extensions does not match
the file format.
DEVICE ERROR
The USB device could not be
recognized or an unknown device is
connected.
DEVICE FULL
The memory of the USB device is
full.
ERASE ERROR
Erase of audio files or folders on the
USB device failed.
FATAL ERROR
The USB device was removed during
transfer or erase operation, and may
have been damaged.
FOLDER FULL
You cannot transfer onto the USB
device because the number of
folders has reached its maximum.
GUEST
The system has become a Party
Guest as the Party Chain function
has been activated by a Party Host.
GROUP
The system has joined in the
Wireless Party Chain activated by a
Wireless Party Chain Host.
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HOST
The system activated the Party
Chain function and has become a
Party Host.
REC ERROR
The transfer did not start, stopped
partway, or otherwise could not be
performed.
M-ROOM
The system activated the Wireless
Party Chain function and has
become a Wireless Party Chain Host.
TRACK FULL
You cannot transfer onto the USB
device because the number of files
has reached its maximum.
NoDEVICE
No USB device is connected or
unsupported device is connected.
Precautions
NO DISC
There is no disc in the player.
When carrying the unit
NO MUSIC
No supported audio files exist in the
playback source.
NO SUPPORT
An unsupported USB device is
connected, or the USB device is
connected through a USB hub.
NO VIDEO
No supported video files exist in the
playback source.
NOT USE
You tried to perform a specific
operation under conditions where
that operation is prohibited.
Use the keys on the touch panel of
the unit to perform this operation.
1 Press to turn on the system.
2 Touch FUNCTION repeatedly to
select “DVD/CD”.
3 Remove the disc.
Touch to open and close the disc
tray.
Wait until “NO DISC” appears on the
display.
4 Unplug the AC power cord (mains
lead).
(USB)
PROTECT
The USB device is write-protected.
PUSH STOP
You tried to perform an operation
that can be performed only when
the playback is stopped.
READING
The system is reading information
of the disc or USB device. Some
operations are not available.
Notes on discs
•• Before playing, wipe the disc with a
cleaning cloth from the center outward
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 them in a car parked in direct
sunlight.
Additional Information
OVER CURRENT
An over current from the
port was detected.
To avoid damaging the disc
mechanism, perform the following
procedure before carrying the unit.
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On safety
On the speaker system
•• Completely disconnect the AC power
The built-in 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
system far away from the TV.
cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet
(mains) if it is not going to be used
for an extended period of time. When
unplugging the system, 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.
•• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at the qualified service
shop.
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 system
on surfaces that have been specially
treated (for example, 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 unit,
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 a 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.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
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.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder, or solvent, such as
thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
Notes on updating
This system allows you to update the
software automatically when connected
to the Internet via a wired or wireless
network.
You can add new features and use the
system with more convenience and
safety by updating the system.
If you do not want to update
automatically, you can disable the
function by using SongPal installed on
your smartphone/iPhone. However,
the system may update the software
automatically for reasons such as safety,
even if this function is disabled.
You can also update the software using
the settings menu when this function is
disabled. See “Updating the software”
(page 69) for details.
You may not use the system while the
software is being updated.
Disclaimer regarding services
offered by third parties
Services offered by third parties may
be changed, suspended, or terminated
without prior notice. Sony shall not be
held responsible in these situations.
On BLUETOOTH communication
•• BLUETOOTH devices should be used
Additional Information
within approximately 10 meters
(unobstructed distance) of each
other. The effective communication
range may become shorter under the
following conditions.
—— When a person, metal object, wall
or other obstruction is between
the devices with a BLUETOOTH
connection
—— Locations where a wireless LAN is
installed
—— Around microwave ovens that are
in use
—— Locations where other
electromagnetic waves are
generated
•• BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN
(IEEE 802.11b/g/n) equipment use the
same frequency band (2.4 GHz). When
using your BLUETOOTH device near
a device with wireless LAN capability,
electromagnetic interference may
occur. This could result in lower data
transfer rates, noise, or inability to
connect. If this happens, try the
following remedies:
—— Use this system at least 10 meters
away from the wireless LAN
equipment.
—— Turn off the power of the wireless
LAN equipment when using your
BLUETOOTH device within 10 meters.
—— Use this system and BLUETOOTH
device as closer to each other as
possible.
•• The radio waves broadcast by this
system may interfere with the operation
of some medical devices. Since this
interference may result in malfunction,
always turn off the power on this
system and BLUETOOTH device in the
following locations:
—— In hospitals, on trains, in airplanes,
at gas stations, and any place where
flammable gases may be present
—— Near automatic doors or fire alarms
•• This system supports security
functions that comply with BLUETOOTH
specifications to ensure secure
connections during communication
using BLUETOOTH technology. However,
this security may be insufficient
depending on the setting contents
and other factors, so always be careful
when performing communication using
BLUETOOTH technology.
•• Sony cannot be held liable in any way
for damages or other loss resulting
from information leaks during
communication using BLUETOOTH
technology.
•• BLUETOOTH communication is not
necessarily guaranteed with all
BLUETOOTH devices that have the same
profile as this system.
•• BLUETOOTH devices connected with
this system must comply with the
BLUETOOTH specification prescribed
by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must
be certified to comply. However, even
when a device complies with the
BLUETOOTH specification, there may
be cases where the characteristics or
specifications of the BLUETOOTH device
make it impossible to connect, or may
result in different control methods,
display or operation.
•• Noise may occur or the audio may
cut off depending on the BLUETOOTH
device connected with this system,
the communications environment, or
surrounding conditions.
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Notes on the License
This product contains software that
Sony uses under a licensing agreement
with the owner of its copyright. We are
obligated to announce the contents
of the agreement to customers under
requirement by the owner of copyright
for the software.
Please access the following URL and read
the contents of the license.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/has/sl/16/
function by using the SongPal installed
on your smartphone/iPhone.
However, the software may be updated
automatically for stable use, etc., even
if you disable this function. Also, if you
disable this function, you can still update
the software manually.
For details about how to set and operate,
refer to the Help Guide.
The unit may not be operational while
updating.
Disclaimer regarding services
offered by third parties
Notice on GNU GPL/LGPL applied
software
This product contains software that is
subject to the following GNU General
Public License (hereinafter referred to
as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public
License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”).
These establish that customers have the
right to acquire, modify, and redistribute
the source code of said software in
accordance with the terms of the GPL or
LGPL supplied. The source code for the
above-listed software is available on the
Web.
To download, please access the following
URL then select the model name “MHCV90DW”.
URL: http://oss.sony.net/Products/
Linux/
Please note that Sony cannot answer or
respond to any inquiries regarding the
content of the source code.
Notes on the update
If you use this unit while connected to
the Internet via a wired or Wi-Fi network,
the unit can update to the latest software
automatically.
By updating the software, new features
will be added enabling you to experience
more convenient and stable use.
If you do not want to automatically
update the software, you can disable this
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Services offered by third parties may be
changed, suspended, or terminated
without prior notice. Sony does not
bear any responsibility in these sorts of
situations.
Specifications
Satellite unit (Speaker System
SS-V90DW)
Speaker system:
Tweeter + Midrange speaker
Speaker unit:
Tweeter: 50 mm × 4, cone type
Midrange: 130 mm × 4, cone type
Rated impedance:
8 ohm
Outputs
AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN OUT L/R:
Voltage 2 V, impedance 1 kilohm
VIDEO OUT:
Max. output level 1 Vp-p,
unbalanced, Sync. negative load
impedance 75 ohms
HDMI OUT (TV):
Supported audio signal:
2-channel Linear PCM (up to
48 kHz), Dolby Digital
HDMI section
Subwoofer unit (DVD Receiver
SA-V90DW)
Connector:
Type A (19 pin)
Speaker system:
Subwoofer, bass reflex
Speaker unit:
250 mm × 2, cone type
Rated impedance:
8 ohm
Disc player section
Inputs
* This output is the value
measurement at a distance of
200 mm from the objective lens
surface on the Optical Pick-up
Block with 7 mm aperture.
Frequency response:
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Video color system format:
Latin American model:
NTSC
Other models:
NTSC and PAL
USB section
Supported USB device:
Mass Storage Class
Maximum current:
1 A
(USB) port:
Type A
Additional Information
AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN IN (TV) L/R:
Voltage 2 V, impedance
47 kilohms
TV (ARC):
Supported audio signal:
2-channel Linear PCM
MIC1:
Sensitivity 1 mV, impedance
10 kilohms
MIC2/GUITAR:
Sensitivity 1 mV, impedance
10 kilohms (When guitar mode is
turned off.)
Sensitivity 200 mV, impedance
1 Megaohm (When guitar mode is
turned on.)
System:
Compact disc and digital audio
and video system
Laser Diode Properties
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6 μW
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FM tuner section
Network section
FM stereo, FM superheterodyne tuner
Antenna:
FM lead antenna
Tuning range:
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (50 kHz
step)
Ethernet LAN
100BASE-TX
Wireless LAN
Compatible standards:
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Security:
WPA/WPA2-PSK, WEP
Radio frequency:
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
BLUETOOTH section
Communication system:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 4.2
Output:
BLUETOOTH Standard Power
Class 1
Maximum communication range:
Line of sight approx. 30 m*1
Frequency band:
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz –
2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method:
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread
Spectrum)
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles*2:
A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote
Control Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
Supported codecs:
SBC (Subband Codec)
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)
LDAC
*1 The actual range will vary depending
on factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity,
reception sensitivity, antenna’s
performance, operating system,
software application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles
indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH
communication between devices.
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Supported audio formats
Supported bit rate and sampling
frequencies:
MP3:
16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz,
16 kbps – 320 kbps (CBR/VBR)
AAC:
16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48/88.2/
96 kHz, 16 kbps – 320 kbps (CBR/
VBR)
WMA:
32/44.1/48 kHz, 16 kbps –
320 kbps (CBR/VBR)
WAV:
16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48/88.2/
96/176.4/192 kHz (16/24 bit)
AIFF:
32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/
192 kHz (16/24 bit)
FLAC:
16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48/88.2/
96/176.4/192 kHz (16/24 bit)
ALAC:
16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48/88.2/
96/176.4/192 kHz (16/24 bit)
DSD (DSF/DFF):
2.8 MHz (1 bit)
Supported video formats
Xvid:
Video codec: Xvid video
Bit rate: 4.854 Mbps (MAX)
Resolution/Frame rate:
720 × 480, 30 fps
720 × 576, 25 fps (except for Latin
American model)
Audio codec: MP3
MPEG4:
File format: MP4 File Format
Video codec: MPEG4 Simple
Profile (AVC is not compatible.)
Bit rate: 4 Mbps
Resolution/Frame rate:
720 × 480, 30 fps
720 × 576, 25 fps (except for Latin
American model)
Audio codec: AAC-LC (HE-AAC is
not compatible.)
DRM: Not compatible
Mass (Approx.):
Assembled unit:
50.5 kg
Satellite unit:
13.5 kg
Subwoofer unit:
37 kg
* The power consumption of the system
will be less than 0.5 W when there is no
HDMI connection and “NW STBY” is set
to “OFF”.
Design and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
General
Additional Information
Power requirements:
AC 120 V – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
320 W
Power consumption (at the Power
Saving mode):
0.5 W (When “NW STBY” is set to
“OFF” and [CONTROL FOR HDMI]
is set to [OFF].)
3 W* (When “NW STBY” is set to
“ON” and [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is
set to [ON].)
Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.):
Assembled unit:
532 mm × 1,706 mm ×
494 mm
Satellite unit:
429 mm × 830 mm × 344 mm
Subwoofer unit:
532 mm × 1,080 mm ×
494 mm
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Language code list
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639:1988 (E/F) standard.
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Code Language
Code Language
Code Language
Code Language
1027
Afar
1186
Scots Gaelic
1350
Malayalam
1513
Siswati
1028
Abkhazian
1194
Galician
1352
Mongolian
1514
Sesotho
1032
Afrikaans
1196
Guarani
1353
Moldavian
1515
Sundanese
1039
Amharic
1203
Gujarati
1356
Marathi
1516
Swedish
1044
Arabic
1209
Hausa
1357
Malay
1517
Swahili
1045
Assamese
1217
Hindi
1358
Maltese
1521
Tamil
1051
Aymara
1226
Croatian
1363
Burmese
1525
Telugu
1052
Azerbaijani
1229
Hungarian
1365
Nauru
1527
Tajik
1053
Bashkir
1233
Armenian
1369
Nepali
1528
Thai
1057
Byelorussian
1235
Interlingua
1376
Dutch
1529
Tigrinya
1059
Bulgarian
1239
Interlingue
1379
Norwegian
1531
Turkmen
1060
Bihari
1245
Inupiak
1393
Occitan
1532
Tagalog
1061
Bislama
1248
1066
Bengali; Bangla 1253
Indonesian
1403
(Afan) Oromo
1534
Setswana
Icelandic
1408
Oriya
1535
Tonga
1067
Tibetan
1254
Italian
1417
Punjabi
1538
Turkish
1070
Breton
1257
Hebrew
1428
Polish
1539
Tsonga
1079
Catalan
1261
Japanese
1435
Pashto; Pushto
1540
Tatar
1093
Corsican
1269
Yiddish
1436
Portuguese
1543
Twi
Ukrainian
1097
Czech
1283
Javanese
1463
Quechua
1557
1103
Welsh
1287
Georgian
1481
Rhaeto-Romance
1564
Urdu
1105
Danish
1297
Kazakh
1482
Kirundi
1572
Uzbek
1109
German
1298
Greenlandic
1483
Romanian
1581
Vietnamese
1130
Bhutani
1299
Cambodian
1489
Russian
1587
Volapük
1142
Greek
1300
Kannada
1491
Kinyarwanda
1613
Wolof
1144
English
1301
Korean
1495
Sanskrit
1632
Xhosa
1145
Esperanto
1305
Kashmiri
1498
Sindhi
1665
Yoruba
1149
Spanish
1307
Kurdish
1501
Sangho
1684
Chinese
1150
Estonian
1311
Kirghiz
1502
Serbo-Croatian
1697
Zulu
1151
Basque
1313
Latin
1503
Singhalese
1703
Not specified
1157
Persian
1326
Lingala
1505
Slovak
1165
Finnish
1327
Laothian
1506
Slovenian
1166
Fiji
1332
Lithuanian
1507
Samoan
1171
Faroese
1334
Latvian; Lettish
1508
Shona
1174
French
1345
Malagasy
1509
Somali
1181
Frisian
1347
Maori
1511
Albanian
1183
Irish
1349
Macedonian
1512
Serbian
Parental Control area code list
Code Area
Code Area
Code Area
Code Area
2044
Argentina
2165
Finland
2362
Mexico
2149
Spain
2047
Australia
2174
France
2376
Netherlands
2499
Sweden
2046
Austria
2109
Germany
2390
New Zealand
2086
Switzerland
2057
Belgium
2248
India
2379
Norway
2528
Thailand
2184
United Kingdom
2070
Brazil
2238
Indonesia
2427
Pakistan
2079
Canada
2254
Italy
2424
Philippines
2090
Chile
2276
Japan
2436
Portugal
2092
China
2304
Korea
2489
Russia
2115
Denmark
2363
Malaysia
2501
Singapore
Additional Information
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