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4-531-350-11(2)

Home Audio System Getting Started

Disc/USB Playback
Operating Instructions
USB Transfer

Tuner

BLUETOOTH

Sound Adjustment

Other Operations

Additional Information

MHC-V5
Owner’s Record Except for customers in the
The model and serial numbers are USA
located on the rear of the unit. Record
these numbers in the space provided
below. Refer to them whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1
Serial No. LASER product. This marking is located
on the rear exterior.
WARNING
Notice for the customers in the
To reduce the risk of fire or electric USA
shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended
To reduce the risk of fire, do not to alert the user to the
cover the ventilation opening of presence of uninsulated
the appliance with newspapers, “dangerous voltage”
tablecloths, curtains, etc. within the product’s
Do not expose the appliance to naked enclosure that may be
flame sources (for example, lighted of sufficient magnitude
candles). to constitute a risk
To reduce the risk of fire or electric of electric shock to
shock, do not expose this appliance persons.
to dripping or splashing, and do not
place objects filled with liquids, such as This symbol is intended
vases, on the appliance. to alert the user
As the main plug is used to disconnect to the presence of
the unit from the mains, connect the important operating
unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. and maintenance
Should you notice an abnormality in (servicing) instructions
the unit, disconnect the main plug in the literature
from the AC outlet immediately. accompanying the
Do not install the appliance in a appliance.
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.

CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard.

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Important Safety Instructions 14) Refer all servicing to qualified
1) Read these instructions. service personnel. Servicing is
2) Keep these instructions. required when the apparatus has
3) Heed all warnings. been damaged in any way, such
4) Follow all instructions. as power-supply cord or plug is
5) Do not use this apparatus near damaged, liquid has been spilled
water. or objects have fallen into the
6) Clean only with dry cloth. apparatus, the apparatus has been
7) Do not block any ventilation exposed to rain or moisture, does
openings. Install in accordance not operate normally, or has been
with the manufacturer’s dropped.
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat The following FCC statement
sources such as radiators, applies only to the version of
heat registers, stoves, or other this model manufactured for
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
sale in the USA. Other versions
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose may not comply with FCC
of the polarized or grounding-type technical regulations.
plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the NOTE:
other. A grounding type plug has This equipment has been tested
two blades and a third grounding and found to comply with the limits
prong. The wide blade or the for a Class B digital device, pursuant
third prong are provided for your to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
safety. If the provided plug does limits are designed to provide
not fit into your outlet, consult an reasonable protection against
electrician for replacement of the harmful interference in a residential
obsolete outlet. installation. This equipment generates,
10) Protect the power cord from being uses and can radiate radio frequency
walked on or pinched particularly energy and, if not installed and used in
at plugs, convenience receptacles, accordance with the instructions, may
and the point where they exit from cause harmful interference to radio
the apparatus. communications.
11) Only use attachments/accessories However, there is no guarantee
specified by the manufacturer. that interference will not occur
12) Use only with the cart, in a particular installation. If this
stand, tripod, bracket, equipment does cause harmful
or table specified by interference to radio or television
the manufacturer, reception, which can be determined
or sold with the by turning the equipment off and on,
apparatus. When a cart is used, the user is encouraged to try to correct
use caution when moving the cart/ the interference by one or more of the
apparatus combination to avoid following measures:
injury from tip-over.  Reorient or relocate the receiving
13) Unplug this apparatus during antenna.
lightning storms or when unused  Increase the separation between
for long periods of time. the equipment and receiver.

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 Connect the equipment into an License and Trademark Notice
outlet on a circuit different from that ˎˎ WALKMAN® and WALKMAN® logo
to which the receiver is connected. are registered trademarks of Sony
 Consult the dealer or an Corporation.
experienced radio/TV technician for ˎˎ MPEG Layer-3 audio coding
help. technology and patents licensed
CAUTION from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
You are cautioned that any changes or ˎˎ Windows Media is either a
modifications not expressly approved registered trademark or trademark
in this manual could void your of Microsoft Corporation in
authority to operate this equipment. the United States and/or other
countries.
Properly shielded and grounded ˎˎ This product is protected by
cables and connectors must be used certain intellectual property rights
for connection to host computers and/ of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
or peripherals in order to meet FCC distribution of such technology
emission limits. outside of this product is prohibited
This equipment must not be co- without a license from Microsoft or
located or operated in conjunction an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
with any other antenna or transmitter. ˎˎ The BLUETOOTH® word mark and
logos are registered trademarks
This equipment complies with FCC
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
radiation exposure limits set forth
any use of such marks by Sony
for an uncontrolled environment and
Corporation is under license. Other
meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
trademarks and trade names are
Exposure Guidelines. This equipment
those of their respective owners.
has very low levels of RF energy that it
deemed to comply without maximum ˎˎ The N Mark is a trademark or
permissive exposure evaluation registered trademark of NFC Forum,
(MPE). But it is desirable that it should Inc. in the United States and in other
be installed and operated keeping countries.
the radiator at least 20 cm or more ˎˎ Android™ is a trademark of Google
away from person’s body (excluding Inc.
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ˎˎ Google Play™ is a trademark of
ankles). Google Inc.
ˎˎ iPhone and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries. App
Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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ˎˎ “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.
ˎˎ All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are of their respective
holders. In this manual, ™ and ®
marks are not specified.

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Table of Contents

Guide to parts and controls.... 8 BLUETOOTH


About the BLUETOOTH
Getting Started wireless technology.............. 24
Hooking up the system Listening to music wirelessly
securely..................................12 on a BLUETOOTH device....... 24
Setting the clock....................14 Setting the BLUETOOTH
Changing the display audio codecs......................... 28
mode......................................14 Setting the BLUETOOTH
standby mode....................... 29
Disc/USB Playback
Using “SongPal” via
Playing a disc.........................15 BLUETOOTH.......................... 29
Before using the USB device
with this system.....................15 Sound Adjustment
Playing a USB device..............16 Adjusting the sound............. 30
Searching for a track or Creating your own sound
audio file (Track Search).........16 effect..................................... 30
Using play mode....................17 Creating a party atmosphere
(DJ EFFECT).............................31
USB Transfer
Transferring music.................19

Tuner
Listening to the radio............ 23

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Other Operations
Using the Party Chain
function................................. 32
Setting the Party Chain
sound mode.......................... 34
Viewing information on the
display................................... 35
Changing the illumination
pattern and color.................. 35
Using the timers.................... 35
Using optional equipment.... 37
Deactivating the buttons on
the unit (Child Lock).............. 37
Setting the automatic
standby function.................. 38

Additional Information
Playable discs....................... 39
Websites for compatible
devices and dedicated
applications..........................40
Troubleshooting...................40
Messages.............................. 45
Precautions...........................46
Specifications........................48

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Guide to parts and controls
This manual mainly explains operations using the remote control, but the
same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having
the same or similar names.
You can lock the buttons except  (on/standby) on the unit to prevent them
from being operated by mistake (page 37).

Unit

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Remote control (RM-AMU199)   B (REC/PLAY) (USB) port
Use to connect a USB device.
This USB port can be used both
for playback and music transfer.

  A (PLAY) (USB) port


Use to connect a USB device.
This USB port can be used only
for playback.

 ///
Press to select the menu items.

Remote control: PRESET+/–


Press to select a preset station
when using the tuner function.

+/– (select folder)


ˋˋPress to select a folder on an
MP3 disc or a USB device.
ˋˋUnit only: Press to select a
preset station when using the
tuner function.
  (on/standby)
Press to turn on the system, or / (rewind/fast
set it to standby mode. forward)
Hold down to find a point in a
 Disc tray track or file during playback.

  (open/close) / (go back/go


Press to open or close the disc forward)
tray. Press to select a track or file.

TUNING+/–
 (N-Mark) (page 26)
Press to tune to the station you
Near Field Communication (NFC) want when using the tuner
touchpoint indication. function.

 Display  (stop)
ˋˋPress to stop playback. When
 REC TO USB B pressed twice during USB
Press to transfer music to the playback, resume playback
USB device connected to the  B can be canceled.
port. ˋˋPress to stop transfer during
music transfer.

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Unit: ENTER  OPTIONS
Remote control: Press to enter or exit options
Press to enter/confirm the menu.
settings.
 LED COLOR (page 35)
Unit:  (play/pause)
Press to change the LED color for
Remote control:  (play)*,
the speaker illumination.
 (pause)
Press to start or pause playback. Remote control: LED PATTERN
To resume playback, press  (page 35)
or . Press to change the LED pattern
for the speaker illumination.
 Remote control sensor
 Remote control: CD
 FLANGER, ISOLATOR, PAN, Press to select the CD function.
WAH (page 31)
Press to select the DJ EFFECT Remote control: USB
type. Press to select the USB function.
Repeatedly pressing the button
 MUSIC, MOVIE/GAME, allows you to select between
FOOTBALL USB ports (  A or  B). Select the
port to which the USB device is
Press to select the preset sound
connected.
effect (page 30).
FUNCTION
Unit: PARTY CHAIN
Press to select a function.
(page 34)
Hold down to activate or  BLUETOOTH (page 25)
deactivate the Party Chain
ˋˋPress to select the
function.
BLUETOOTH function.
Unit: BASS BAZUCA ˋˋHold down to activate
(page 30) BLUETOOTH pairing in the
ˋˋPress to reinforce the bass BLUETOOTH function.
sound (“BASS BAZUCA ” BLUETOOTH indicator
effect). (page 24)
ˋˋHold down to reduce the bass
sound (“BASS CUT” effect).

Unit: BASS BAZUCA indicator


(page 30)

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 Unit: VOLUME/DJ CONTROL  TIMER MENU (page 14,
ˋˋTurn to adjust the volume. 36)
ˋˋTurn to adjust the DJ EFFECT Press to set the clock and the
level (page 31). timers.
You cannot use this knob to
adjust the volume when the  PLAY MODE
DJ EFFECT is activated. Press to select the play mode
for playback of an AUDIO
Remote control:
CD, MP3 disc or a USB device
DJ CONTROL +/– (page 17).
Press to adjust the DJ EFFECT
level. * The VOLUME + and  buttons have
a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
Remote control: VOLUME +/–* reference when operating the system.
Press to adjust the volume.

 SLEEP (page 35)
Press to set the Sleep Timer.

 REPEAT/FM MODE
ˋˋPress to select Repeat Play
mode for the CD or USB
function (page 18).
ˋˋPress to select the FM
reception mode (monaural or
stereo) when using the tuner
function (page 23).

 DISPLAY
Press to change the information
on the display.

 SEARCH/MEMORY
ˋˋPress to enter or exit search
mode.
ˋˋPress to preset the radio
station (page 23).

 CLEAR
Press to delete the last step from
the program list.

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Getting Started

Hooking up the system securely

 AM loop antenna
 FM lead antenna
(Extend it horizontally.)
 To wall outlet

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 ANTENNA Inserting batteries
Find a location and an orientation
that provide good reception when Insert the two supplied R6 (size AA)
you set up the antennas. batteries, matching the polarities
Keep the antennas away from the shown below.
AC power cord and the USB cable to
avoid picking up noise.

 AUDIO OUT/
PARTY CHAIN OUT L/R jacks

Getting Started
Use an audio cord (not supplied)
to connect to the audio input jacks
of an optional equipment (such as
a VCR) or another audio system to
create a Party Chain (page 32).

 AUDIO IN/PARTY CHAIN IN


L/R jacks Notes
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to ˎˎDo not mix an old battery with a new
connect to the audio output jacks one or mix different types of batteries.
of an optional equipment (such as ˎˎIf you do not use the remote control
a TV or an audio/video equipment) for a long period of time, remove the
or another audio system to create a batteries to avoid damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
Party Chain (page 32).

 Power
Connect the AC power cord
(supplied) to the system, and then to
the wall outlet.
When the AC power cord is
connected, the demonstration
(page 14) starts automatically. If
you press  to turn on the system,
the demonstration ends.

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Setting the clock Changing the display
1 Press  to turn on the system. mode
2 Press TIMER MENU. Press DISPLAY repeatedly while
the system is turned off.
If “TIMER SEL” appears on the
display, press / repeatedly to Each time you press the button, the
select “CLOCK SET,” then press . display mode changes as follows.

3 Press / repeatedly to set the Demonstration


hour, then press . The display scrolls messages
about the main features of this
4 Press / repeatedly to set the system using the built-in LEDs for
minutes, then press . illumination.

Note No display (Power Saving Mode)


You cannot set the clock in Power Saving The display is turned off to conserve
Mode. power. The timer and clock continue
to operate.
Clock
The clock display automatically
turns to Power Saving Mode after a
few seconds.

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ˋˋ 250 MP3 files in a folder.
Disc/USB Playback ˋˋ 8 folders levels (tree structure of
files).
ˎˎCD-TEXT information is not supported.
Playing a disc
Playable disc types are as follows:
ˋAUDIO
ˋ CDs on which CD-DA tracks Before using the USB
are recorded in CD-DA disc format
ˋCD-R/CD-RW
ˋ discs on which CD-
device with this system
DA tracks are recorded in CD-DA Check the websites for the
disc format information about compatible USB
ˋCD-R/CD-RW
ˋ discs on which devices (page 40).
MP3 audio files are recorded in

Disc/USB Playback
ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet To select the playback source or
1 Press CD. transfer destination (USB
Memory Select)
2 Press  on the unit. If the USB device has more than
one memory (for example, internal
3 Load a disc with the label side memory and a memory card), you
facing up on the disc tray. can select which memory to use
as a playback source or transfer
destination.

Note
You cannot select a memory during
playback or transfer. Make sure to select
a memory before starting playback or
transfer.
When you play back an 8 cm disc
such as a CD single, place it on 1 Press USB repeatedly until
the inner circle of the tray. “USB A” or “USB B” lights up on
the display.
4 Press  on the unit to close the 2 Connect a USB device to the  A
disc tray.
or  B port according to your
Do not forcibly push the disc tray to
close it as this may cause a selection in step 1.
malfunction. 3 Press OPTIONS on the unit when
5 Press  to start playback. playback is stopped.
4 Press / to select “MEM SEL,”
Notes on disc then press .
ˎˎFor AUDIO CD: This system can
recognize up to 99 tracks. 5 Press / to select the memory
ˎˎFor MP3 discs: This system can you want, then press .
recognize up to To exit the options menu, press
ˋˋ 999 folders (including root and OPTIONS on the unit.
empty folders).
ˋˋ 999 MP3 files.
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Notes on USB device
Playing a USB device ˎˎThis system can recognize up to
ˋˋ 1,000 folders (including root folder
The audio formats that can be and empty folders).
played back by this system are as ˋˋ 3,000 audio files.
ˋˋ 250 audio files in a folder.
follows:
ˋMP3:
ˋ file extension “.mp3” Note
ˋWMA:
ˋ file extension “.wma” You can use your iPhone/iPod with this
ˋAAC:
ˋ file extension “.m4a”, “.mp4” system via BLUETOOTH connection only.
or “.3gp”
If the audio files have the above file
extension but are not the respective Searching for a track or
formats, the system may produce
noise or may malfunction. audio file
1 Press USB repeatedly until (Track Search)
“USB A” or “USB B” lights up on
the display. 1 Press SEARCH.
“SEARCH” lights up on the display.
2 Connect a USB device to the  A
or  B port according to your 2 (Except CD-DA discs)
selection in step 1. Press / to select the folder
you want, then press or .
To search in other folders, press ,
then select the folder you want.

3 Press / to select the track or


audio file you want, then press
USB device or .
The selected track or audio file
starts playback.
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 port.

3 Press  to start playback.


The audio files are played back in
different orders depending on the
play mode (page 17).

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Using play mode Playing in random order
(Shuffle Play)

Playing in original order Press PLAY MODE repeatedly when


playback is stopped.
(Normal Play)
Disc playback modes and
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly when indicators
playback is stopped.
ˎˎ SHUF: shuffles all audio files on
Disc playback modes and the disc.
indicators ˎˎ FLDR SHUF*: shuffles all audio files
in the specified folder on the disc.
ˎˎ No indicator (no display): Normal
* When “FLDR SHUF” (folder Shuffle Play)

Disc/USB Playback
Play mode. The system plays all is selected for AUDIO CD playback,
the tracks/files in sequential order. playback performs as normal Shuffle
ˎˎ FLDR*: plays all audio files in the Play (“SHUF”) mode.
specified folder on the disc.
* When “FLDR” (folder play) is selected for USB device playback modes and
AUDIO CD playback, playback performs indicators
Normal Play mode. ˎˎ ALL USB SHUF: shuffles all audio
USB device playback modes and files on both USB devices.
indicators ˎˎ 1 USB SHUF: shuffles all audio files
on one USB device.
ˎˎ ALL USB: plays all audio files on
ˎˎ FLDR SHUF: shuffles all audio files
both USB devices sequentially.
in the specified folder on the USB
ˎˎ 1 USB: plays all audio files on one
device.
USB device sequentially.
ˎˎ FLDR: plays all audio files in the Note
specified folder on the USB device. When you turn off the system, the
selected Shuffle Play mode is cleared and
the play mode returns to Normal Play.

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Creating your own program
6 Repeat steps 3 to 5 to program
additional tracks or audio files.
(Program Play)
7 Press  to start Program Play.
You can make a program of up to 25
steps in the order you want them to To delete the last step from the
be played back. program list
Press CLEAR when playback is
1 Select the function. stopped.
For CD function:
To cancel Program Play
Press CD to select the CD function.
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
For USB function: “PGM” disappear from the display
Press USB to select the USB when playback is stopped.
function.
Notes
2 When playback is stopped, ˎˎ(CD function only) The program list is
cleared when you open the disc tray.
press PLAY MODE repeatedly
ˎˎ(USB function only) The program list is
until “PGM” lights up on the cleared when you:
display. ˋˋ perform the erase operation.
ˋˋ remove the USB device.
3 (USB function only) ˋˋ change the selected USB memory.
Press USB repeatedly to select
the USB device you want
(“USB A” or “USB B”). Playing repeatedly (Repeat
Play)
4 (Except CD-DA discs)
Press +/– repeatedly to select Press REPEAT repeatedly.
a folder. ˎˎ : repeats all tracks or audio files
If you want to program all files in on a disc/USB device, or in the
the folder, press and proceed to specified folder/program.
step 6. ˎˎ : repeats a track or audio file.

5 Press / repeatedly to Note on the USB device


select the track or audio file you The playback order for the system may
differ from the playback order of the
want, then press .
connected digital music player.
Total playing time of
Selected track program
or file number (AUDIO CD only)

“--.--” appears when the total


playing time exceeds 100 minutes
for an AUDIO CD or when you
program an audio file.

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To select the playback source or
USB Transfer transfer destination (USB
Memory Select)
Transferring music See page 15.

You can transfer music from a sound To select the bit rate
source to a USB device connected to You can select a higher bit rate to
the  B port. transfer music with better quality.
Audio formats used by the system Use the buttons on the unit to
for transfer vary depending on the perform this operation.
source sound: 1 Press OPTIONS.
ˋWhen
ˋ transferring CD-DA tracks
on AUDIO CDs or from the radio, 2 Press / repeatedly to select
transferred files will be created in “BIT RATE,” then press ENTER.
MP3 format. 3 Press / repeatedly to select

USB Transfer
ˋWhen
ˋ transferring MP3 files on the bit rate you want, then press
CD-R/CD-RW discs, transferred
ENTER.
files will be created in MP3 format.
ˋWhen
ˋ transferring audio files from ˎˎ 128 KBPS: encoded MP3 files
a USB device (connected to the  A have smaller file size and lower
port), files are created in the same audio quality.
format (MP3, WMA or AAC) as that ˎˎ 256 KBPS: encoded MP3 files
of the source audio files. have bigger file size but higher
audio quality.
Notes
ˎˎDo not remove the USB device during
Note
transfer or erase operations. Doing so The bit rate can be changed only when
may corrupt the data on the USB device the sound source is CD-DA tracks on
or damage the USB device itself. AUDIO CDs, radio sound, or optional
ˎˎMP3/WMA/AAC files are transferred equipment connected to the AUDIO IN
with the same bit rate as the original L/R jacks.
files.
ˎˎUSB transfer and erase operations are
disabled while the disc tray is open.

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.

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Transferring music from a disc Notes
ˎˎIf you start transferring in Shuffle
or USB device Play (“FLDR SHUF”), the selected
play mode changes to “FLDR”
You can easily transfer all the automatically.
music on a disc or USB A to USB B ˎˎIf you start transferring in Shuffle
(Synchronized Transfer). You can Play (except “FLDR SHUF”), Repeat
also transfer a single track or audio Play or Program Play with no steps,
file during playback (REC1 Transfer). the selected play mode changes to
Normal Play automatically.
1 Connect a USB device to the  B REC1 Transfer:
port.
Select the track or audio file you
want to transfer, then start
playback.

4 Press REC TO USB B on the unit.


“PUSH ENTER” appears on the
display.

USB device 5 Press ENTER on the unit.


The transfer starts when
Note “DO NOT REMOVE” appears on the
display.
You can use a USB adaptor (not
supplied) to connect the USB device Do not remove the USB device until
to the unit if the USB device cannot be the transfer is complete.
plugged into the port. When the transfer is complete, the
system performs as follows:
2 Select the function.
Synchronized Transfer:
Discs: When the transfer is complete, the
Press CD, then load the disc. disc or USB device stops
automatically.
USB:
Press USB repeatedly until “USB A” REC1 Transfer:
lights up on the display, then The transfer is completed
connect the USB device containing automatically, but the disc or USB
audio files you want to transfer to device continues to play the next
 A port. track or file.

3 Prepare the sound source. To stop transfer


Synchronized Transfer: Press .
When playback is stopped, press
PLAY MODE repeatedly to select the
play mode you want.

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To transfer sound as a new MP3
Transferring analog audio
file during transfer
(Analog Transfer) Press REC TO USB B during Analog
Transfer.
You can transfer sound from an
“NEW TRACK” appears on the
analog audio source (other than CD,
display.
USB or BLUETOOTH function) to a
USB device. Notes
Use the buttons on the unit to ˎˎWhile an MP3 file is being created,
perform this operation. transfer is disabled.
ˎˎIf you press REC TO USB B again after
1 Connect a USB device to the  B a few seconds, a new MP3 file can be
port (page 20). created.
ˎˎIf the transfer is not stopped, a new MP3

2 Prepare for the source. is created automatically approximately


1 hour after the transfer begins.

USB Transfer
To transfer a radio program
See “Listening to the radio” Erasing audio files or folders
(page 23) to tune to the desired
station. from a USB device
To transfer sound from a 1 Press USB repeatedly until
connected optional equipment “USB A” or “USB B” lights up on
See “Using optional equipment” the display when playback is
(page 37) to start playing the stopped.
connected equipment.

3 Press REC TO USB B. 2 Press / or +/–


“PUSH ENTER” appears on the repeatedly to select the audio
display. file or folder.

4 Press ENTER. 3 Press OPTIONS on the unit.


The transfer starts when
“DO NOT REMOVE” appears on the
4 Press / to select “ERASE,”
display. then press .
“FLDR ERASE” or “TRK ERASE”
5 Press  to stop transfer. appears on the display.
An MP3 file is created.
5 Press .
“COMPLETE” appears on the display.

Note
You cannot erase audio files or folders
when Shuffle Play or Program Play mode
has been selected. Set the play mode to
Normal Play before erasing.

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Folder and file generation  When transferring sound from
the connected optional
rules equipment
Folder name: “EXAU0001”2)
When transferring to a USB device,
File name: “TRACK001”2)
a “MUSIC” folder is created directly
1)
below “ROOT.” Folders and files are In Program Play mode, the folder
generated within this “MUSIC” folder name is “PGM_xxxx,” and the file name
according to the transfer method depends on the music source (AUDIO
CD or audio files).
and source as follows: 2)
Folder and file numbers are assigned
Synchronized Transfer1) serially thereafter.
3) When performing transfer separation

 When transferring CD-DA tracks (see “To transfer sound as a new MP3
file during transfer” on page 21),
from an AUDIO CD
newly created MP3 files are saved in the
Folder name: “CDDA0001”2) same folder that is created during the
File name: “TRACK001”2) first transfer.

 When transferring MP3 files Notes on transferring


from a disc or MP3/WMA/AAC ˎˎWhile transferring (except analog
files from a USB device transfer), no sound is output.
Folder name: Same as the source ˎˎCD-TEXT information is not transferred
File name: Same as the source to the created MP3 files.
ˎˎThe transfer stops automatically if:
REC1 Transfer ˋˋ the USB device runs out of space
during transfer.
 When transferring a CD-DA track ˋˋ the number of audio files or folders
from an AUDIO CD on the USB device reaches the
limit that the system can recognize
Folder name: “REC1-CD” (page 16).
File name: “TRACK001”2) ˎˎIf a folder or file that you are trying
to transfer already exists on the
 When transferring an MP3 file
USB device with the same name, a
from a disc or MP3/WMA/AAC sequential number is added after the
file from a USB device name without overwriting the original
Folder name: “REC1-MP3” folder or file.
File name: Same as the source ˎˎYou cannot perform the following
operations during transfer:
Analog Transfer3) ˋˋ Eject the disc.
ˋˋ Select another track or file.
 When transferring an FM ˋˋ Pause playback or find a point in the
program track or file.
Folder name: “TUFM0001”2) ˋˋ Change the function or tuner band.
ˎˎWhen transferring music to a Walkman®
File name: “TRACK001”2)
using “Media Manager for WALKMAN,”
 When transferring an AM be sure to transfer in MP3 format.
ˎˎWhen connecting a Walkman® to
program
the system, be sure to connect after
Folder name: “TUAM0001”2) the display “Creating Library” or
File name: “TRACK001”2) “Creating Database” on the Walkman®
has disappeared.
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Note that you cannot change the
Tuner AM tuning interval in Power Saving
Mode.
Listening to the radio 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to
select “TUNER AM.”
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to 2 Press  to turn off the system.
select the tuner function
(“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM”). 3 While holding down , press
.
2 For automatic scanning: “9K STEP” or “10K STEP” appears on
Hold down TUNING+/– until the the display.
frequency begins to change on the When you change the interval, all
display. the AM preset stations are erased.
Scanning stops automatically and
“TUNED” lights up on the display
when a station is found.
Presetting radio stations
If “TUNED” does not light up and
You can store up to 20 FM and 10 AM

Tuner
scanning does not stop, press  to
stations as your favorite stations.
stop scanning. Then, perform
manual tuning (below).
1 Tune to the station you want.
For manual tuning:
Press TUNING+/– repeatedly to tune 2 Press MEMORY.
to the station you want. Preset number

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 3 Press TUNING+/– repeatedly to
the RDS information by pressing DISPLAY select the preset number you
repeatedly. want, then press .
Hint “COMPLETE” appears on the display
and the station is stored.
To reduce static noise on a weak FM
stereo station, press FM MODE repeatedly If another station is already
until “MONO” lights up on the display. You assigned to the selected preset
will lose the stereo effect, but reception number, that station is replaced by
will improve. the new one.

To change the AM tuning To listen to the preset station


interval Press PRESET+/– (or +/– on the
The default setting for AM tuning unit) repeatedly to select the preset
interval is 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some number you want.
areas).
Use the buttons on the unit to
perform this operation.

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BLUETOOTH Listening to music
About the BLUETOOTH wirelessly on a
wireless technology BLUETOOTH device
You can listen to music from your
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is BLUETOOTH device over a wireless
a short-range wireless technology connection.
that enables wireless data
communication between digital Check the websites for the
devices. BLUETOOTH wireless information about compatible
technology operates within a range BLUETOOTH devices (page 40).
of about 10 meters (33 feet).

Supported BLUETOOTH version,


About the BLUETOOTH
profiles and codecs indicator
Supported BLUETOOTH version:
The BLUETOOTH indicator lights
ˎˎ BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
up or flashes in blue to show the
Supported BLUETOOTH profiles: BLUETOOTH status.
ˎˎ A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile) System status Indicator status
ˎˎ AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote BLUETOOTH Flashes slowly
Control Profile) standby
ˎˎ SPP (Serial Port Profile) BLUETOOTH Flashes quickly
Supported BLUETOOTH codecs: pairing
ˎˎ SBC (Sub Band Codec) BLUETOOTH Flashes
ˎˎ AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) connecting
BLUETOOTH Lights up
connection is
established

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Pairing this system with a
6 Perform the BLUETOOTH
connection on the BLUETOOTH
BLUETOOTH device device.
When pairing is completed and the
Pairing is an operation where BLUETOOTH connection is
BLUETOOTH devices register with established, BLUETOOTH device
each other beforehand. Once a name appears on the display.
pairing operation is performed, it Depending on the BLUETOOTH
does not need to be performed device, connection may start
again. If your device is an NFC- automatically after pairing is
compatible smartphone, the manual completed.
pairing procedure is not necessary. You can check the BLUETOOTH
device address by pressing DISPLAY
1 Place the BLUETOOTH device repeatedly.
within 1 meter (3 feet) from the
system. Notes
ˎˎYou can pair up to 9 BLUETOOTH
2 Press BLUETOOTH on the unit to devices. If the 10th BLUETOOTH device
is paired, the oldest paired device will
select the BLUETOOTH function.
be deleted.
“BLUETOOTH” appears on the ˎˎ“Passkey” may be called “Passcode,”

BLUETOOTH
display. “PIN code,” “PIN number” or “Password,”
etc., depending on the device.
Note ˎˎThe pairing standby status of the
If the system is connected to a system is canceled after about 5
BLUETOOTH device, press BLUETOOTH minutes. If pairing is not successful,
to disconnect the BLUETOOTH device. repeat from step 1.
ˎˎIf you want to pair with another
3 Hold down BLUETOOTH on the BLUETOOTH device, repeat steps 1 to 6.
unit for 2 seconds or more.
“PAIRING” flashes on the display. To cancel the pairing operation
Hold down BLUETOOTH on the
4 Perform the pairing procedure unit for 2 seconds or more until
on the BLUETOOTH device. “BLUETOOTH” appears on the
For details, refer to the operating display.
instructions of your BLUETOOTH
device.

5 Select the model number of the


unit on the display of the
BLUETOOTH device.
For example, select “SONY:MHC-V5.”
If passkey is required on the
BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000”.

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Connecting a smartphone with Notes
ˎˎThe App may not be available in
one touch (NFC) some countries and/or regions.
ˎˎDepending on your smartphone, you
When you touch the system with an can use the NFC function without
NFC-compatible smartphone, the installing the app. In this case,
system automatically: the operations and specifications
ˋturns
ˋ on in the BLUETOOTH may differ. For details, refer to the
function. operating instructions of your
ˋcompletes
ˋ pairing. smartphone.
ˋcompletes
ˋ the BLUETOOTH
connection. Compatible smartphones
Smartphones with a built-in
What is “NFC”? NFC function (OS: Android 2.3.3
NFC (Near Field Communication) is or later, excluding Android 3.x)
a technology enabling short-range
wireless communication between 2 Start the “NFC Easy Connect”
various devices, such as mobile app on the smartphone.
phones and IC tags. Thanks to the Make sure that the application
NFC function, data communication screen is displayed.
can be achieved easily just by
touching the designated touchpoint 3 Touch the smartphone to the
on the NFC-compatible devices. N-Mark on the system until the
smartphone vibrates.
1 Download and install the
“NFC Easy Connect” app.
Download the free Android™ app
from Google Play™ by searching for
“NFC Easy Connect” or access it by
using the two-dimensional code
below. Data communication fees
may be charged.
Complete the connection by
Two-dimensional code* for direct
following the instructions displayed
access
* Use a two-dimensional code reader
on the smartphone.
app. When the BLUETOOTH connection is
established, the BLUETOOTH
indicator stops flashing and remains
light up. BLUETOOTH device name
appears on the display.
You can switch the sound source
from the smartphone to another
NFC-compatible BLUETOOTH
device.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your BLUETOOTH
device.

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Hint 3 Press .
If pairing and the BLUETOOTH connection Depending on the BLUETOOTH
fail, do the following. device,
ˋˋ Relaunch “NFC Easy Connect” and ˋyou
ˋ may need to press 
move the smartphone slowly over the twice.
N-Mark. ˋyou
ˋ may need to start playback
ˋˋ Remove the case from the smartphone
of an audio source on the
if using a commercially available
smartphone case. BLUETOOTH device.

Notes
Listening to music on a ˎˎWhen the system is not connected to
any BLUETOOTH device, the system
BLUETOOTH device will connect and playback from the
last connected BLUETOOTH device
You can operate a BLUETOOTH automatically when you press .
device by connecting the system ˎˎIf you try to connect another
and the BLUETOOTH device using BLUETOOTH device to the system, the
AVRCP. current connected BLUETOOTH device
Check the following before playing will be disconnected.
music:
ˋThe
ˋ BLUETOOTH function of the
To play music on a NFC-

BLUETOOTH
BLUETOOTH device is turned on. compatible smartphone
ˋPairing
ˋ has been completed. Touch the smartphone to the
N-Mark on the system to establish
To play music on a NFC- the BLUETOOTH connection.
incompatible BLUETOOTH device Start playback of an audio source
on the smartphone. For details on
1 Press BLUETOOTH on the unit to playback, refer to the operating
instructions of your smartphone.
select the BLUETOOTH function.
“BLUETOOTH” appears on the To terminate the BLUETOOTH
display. connection
2 Establish connection with the  For NFC-incompatible
BLUETOOTH device. BLUETOOTH devices
The last connected BLUETOOTH Press BLUETOOTH on the unit.
device will be connected “BLUETOOTH” appears on the
automatically. display.
Perform the BLUETOOTH connection Depending on the BLUETOOTH
from the BLUETOOTH device if the device, the BLUETOOTH connection
device is not connected. may be terminated automatically
Once the connection is established, when you stop playback.
the BLUETOOTH device name
appears on the display.  For NFC-compatible
smartphones
Touch the smartphone to the
N-Mark on the system again.

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Erasing all the pairing Setting the BLUETOOTH
registration information
audio codecs
Use the buttons on the unit to
perform this operation. You can select the BLUETOOTH
audio codecs when the connected
1 Press BLUETOOTH to select the BLUETOOTH device supports
BLUETOOTH function. Advanced Audio Coding (AAC).
“BLUETOOTH” appears on the
display.
1 Press OPTIONS on the unit.
If the system is connected to a
BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH
2 Press / repeatedly to select
device name appears on the “BT AAC,” then press .
display. Press BLUETOOTH to
terminate the BLUETOOTH
3 Press / repeatedly to select
connection. “ON” or “OFF,” then press .
ˎˎ ON: Select this setting if the
2 Hold down  and FLANGER for BLUETOOTH device supports
about 3 seconds. Advanced Audio Coding (AAC).
“BT HISTORY” and “CLEAR” appear ˎˎ OFF: Select this setting if
on the display and all the pairing the BLUETOOTH device only
information is erased. supports Sub Band Codec
(SBC).

Notes
ˎˎYou can enjoy high quality sound if
the AAC is selected. In case you cannot
listen to AAC sound from your device,
select “OFF.”
ˎˎIf 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.

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Setting the BLUETOOTH Using “SongPal” via
standby mode BLUETOOTH
The BLUETOOTH standby mode About App
enables the system to turn on
A dedicated app for this model is
automatically when you establish
available on both Google Play and
the BLUETOOTH connection with a
App Store. Search for “SongPal” and
BLUETOOTH device.
download the free app to find out
1 Press OPTIONS on the unit. more about the convenient features.
BLUETOOTH technology works with
2 Press / repeatedly to select iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5,
“BT STBY,” then press . iPhone 4s, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS,
iPod touch (5th generation),
3 Press / repeatedly to select iPod touch (4th generation).
“ON” or “OFF,” then press .

4 Press  to turn off the system.


When the BLUETOOTH standby

BLUETOOTH
mode is set to on, the system waits
for a BLUETOOTH connection even
when the system has been turned
off. When a BLUETOOTH connection
is established, the system turns on
automatically.

Note
The system cannot enter the BLUETOOTH
standby mode if the pairing registration
information has been erased.

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Sound Adjustment Creating your own
Adjusting the sound sound effect
You can raise or lower the levels
To Do this of specific frequency bands, then
Reinforce the Press BASS BAZUCA on store the setting in the memory as
bass and the unit. “CUSTOM EQ.”
create a more The BASS BAZUCA
powerful
sound
indicator lights up. 1 Press OPTIONS on the unit.
Reduce the
bass sound
Hold down
BASS BAZUCA on the
2 Press / repeatedly to select
“EQ EDIT,” then press .
(BASS CUT) unit for 2 seconds or
more. 3 Press / repeatedly to adjust
To cancel the the equalizer level, then press
BASS CUT effect, press
 .
BASS BAZUCA again.
Frequency band Equalizer level
Select a preset Press MUSIC,
sound effect MOVIE/GAME or
FOOTBALL.
To cancel preset sound
effect, press MUSIC
repeatedly to select 4 Repeat step 3 to adjust the level
“FLAT.” of other frequency bands and
surround effect.
Notes The user equalizer setting is stored
ˎˎWhen BASS CUT effect is turned on, when “CUSTOM EQ” appears on the
the BASS BAZUCA indicator flashes display.
and “BASS CUT” appears on the display
every 10 seconds. To select the user equalizer
ˎˎThe BASS CUT effect is turned off
automatically when you turn off the setting
system. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select
“CUSTOM EQ.”

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Notes
Creating a party ˎˎThe DJ EFFECT is automatically turned

atmosphere off when you turn off the system or


change the function or tuner band.
(DJ EFFECT) ˎˎThe DJ EFFECT does not affect the
transferred audio files. Transferred
audio files will be generated without
1 Press the following button to the DJ EFFECT even if you have activated
select the effect type. it.
ˎˎYou cannot use VOLUME/DJ CONTROL
The selected button lights up and on the unit to adjust the volume
the effect is activated. when the DJ EFFECT is activated. Press
ˎˎ FLANGER: Create a deep VOLUME +/– on the remote control to
flanging effect that is similar to adjust the volume.
the roar of a jet plane.
ˎˎ ISOLATOR: Isolate a specific
frequency band by adjusting
the other frequency bands.
This is useful when you want to
focus on the vocals.
ˎˎ PAN: Create a feeling that the
sound is moving around the
speakers between left and

Sound Adjustment
right channels.
ˎˎ WAH: Create a special effect of
“Wah-wah” sound by moving
the frequency of a filter up and
down automatically.

2 Press DJ CONTROL +/– to adjust


the effect level.

To turn off the effect


Press the selected effect button
again.

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Other Operations

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.
A system in the chain will activate the Party Chain function as “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


You can set up a Party Chain by connecting all the systems using audio cords
(not supplied).
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

 If all the systems are equipped with Party Chain function
Example: When connecting using this system as the first system

Second system
First system

Continue the connection


Last system until the last system

ˎˎ Any system can become a Party Host in this connection.


ˎˎ You can change the Party Host to a new Party Host after the Party Chain
function is activated on another Party Host. For details, see “To select a new
Party Host” (page 34).
ˎˎ In this connection, the last system must be connected to the first system.

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 If one of the system is not equipped with Party Chain function
Example: When connecting using this system as the first system

Second system
First system

Continue the connection


Last
until the last system
system

ˎˎ You can connect the system which is not equipped with Party Chain function
at the last system. Be sure to select the audio in function on this last system.
ˎˎ You must select the first system as Party Host so that all systems are playing

Other Operations
the same music when Party Chain function is activated.
ˎˎ In this connection, the first system and the last system are not connected.

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To deactivate the Party Chain
Enjoying the Party Chain
Hold down MUSIC/PARTY CHAIN on
Perform the following procedure to the Party Host for 2 seconds.
activate the Party Chain function. Notes
1 Plug in the AC power cord and ˎˎChanging the volume level and sound
effect on the Party Host will not affect
turn on all the systems. the output on the Party Guests.
ˎˎThe Party Guests continue playing the
2 Adjust the volume on each music source from the Party Host even
system. if you change the function on any of the
Party Guests. However, you can adjust
3 Activate the Party Chain the volume and change the sound
effect on any of the Party Guests.
function on the system to be
ˎˎWhen you use the microphone on Party
used as the Party Host. Host, the sound will not be output from
Press FUNCTION on the Party Host Party Guests.
repeatedly to select the function ˎˎThe system which is not equipped with
you want (except the audio in Party Chain function cannot become a
function), then start playback. Party Host.
Hold down MUSIC/PARTY CHAIN on
the Party Host for 2 seconds.
“PARTY CHAIN” appears on the
display for 2 seconds. The Party
Setting the Party Chain
Host starts the Party Chain, and
other systems become Party Guests
sound mode
automatically. All systems play the You can set the sound mode when
same music as that being played by the Party Chain function is activated.
the Party Host.

Notes 1 Press OPTIONS on the unit.


ˎˎDepending on the total unit of systems
you have connected, Party Guests may 2 Press / repeatedly to select
take some time to start playing the “P.CHAIN MODE,” then press .
music.
ˎˎFor detailed operation on other 3 Press / repeatedly to select
systems, refer to the operating “STEREO,” “RIGHT CH” or
instructions of the systems. “LEFT CH,” then press .
ˎˎ STEREO: outputs the stereo
To select a new Party Host sound.
Repeat step 3 of “Enjoying the Party
ˎˎ RIGHT CH: outputs the
Chain” on the system to be used monaural sound of the right
as a new Party Host. The current channel.
Party Host becomes Party Guest
ˎˎ LEFT CH: outputs the monaural
automatically. All systems play the
sound of the left channel.
same music as that being played by
the new Party Host. To exit the options menu, press
OPTIONS on the unit.

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Viewing information on Changing the
the display illumination pattern
Press DISPLAY repeatedly when
and color
the system is turned on.
You can view the information as
1 Press LED PATTERN or
LED COLOR to show the current
follows:
setting.
ˎˎ For CD-DA tracks on an AUDIO CD:
ˋThe
ˋ elapsed playing time and
remaining playing time during
2 Press LED PATTERN or
playback. LED COLOR repeatedly to select
ˋThe
ˋ total playing time when the illumination pattern or color.
playback is stopped. To turn off the illumination, press
ˎˎ For audio files on a disc or USB
LED PATTERN repeatedly to select
device: “LED OFF.”
ˋThe
ˋ elapsed playing time, file Note
name and folder name.
If the illumination (LED) brightness is
ˋThe
ˋ title, artist and album glaring, switch on the room lights or turn
information (ID3 information). off the LED.

Note
The elapsed playing time of an audio file
encoded using a VBR (variable bit rate) is Using the timers

Other Operations
not displayed correctly.
The system offers three timer
functions. You cannot activate both
the Play Timer and the Recording
Timer at the same time. If you use
either with the Sleep Timer, the
Sleep Timer has priority.

Sleep Timer
You can fall asleep while listening to
music. The system turns off after the
preset time.

Press SLEEP repeatedly to select


the desired time.
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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Play Timer/Recording Timer 6 Press / repeatedly to select
the sound source you want,
Make sure you have set the clock. then press .
For Recording Timer, connect a USB
Play Timer: device to the  B port after selecting
You can wake up to disc, tuner or the sound source.
USB device at a preset time.
7 Press  to turn off the system.
Recording Timer:
You can transfer music from a preset Note
radio station to a USB device at a If the system remains on, the timers will
specified time. not take effect.

1 Prepare the sound source. To check the timer setting or


activate the timer again
For Play Timer:
Prepare the sound source, then 1 Press TIMER MENU.
press VOLUME +/– to adjust the “TIMER SEL” flashes on the display.
volume. 2 Press .
When selecting a disc or USB device
as a sound source, and you want to 3 Press / repeatedly to select
start from a specific track or file, “PLAY SEL” or “REC SEL,” then
create your own program press .
(page 18).
To cancel the timer
For Recording Timer:
Repeat the same procedure as
Tune to the radio station
“To check the timer setting or
(page 23).
activate the timer again” and select
2 Press TIMER MENU. “TIMER OFF” in step 3, then press .

3 Press / repeatedly to select Notes


“PLAY SET” or “REC SET,” then ˎˎThe system turns on before the preset
time. If the system is already turned
press . on at the preset time or if “STANDBY”
4 Set the time to start playback or flashes on the display, the Play Timer
and the Recording Timer will not be
transfer. activated.
Press / repeatedly to set the ˎˎDo not operate the system from the
hour/minute, then press . time the system turns on until the
playback or transfer starts.
5 Use the same procedure as in
step 4 to set the time to stop
playback or transfer.

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Using optional Deactivating the
equipment buttons on the unit
1 Press VOLUME – repeatedly until (Child Lock)
“VOLUME MIN” appears on the You can deactivate the buttons on
display. the unit (except ) to prevent
misoperation, such as child mischief.
2 Connect an optional equipment
to AUDIO IN L/R jacks. Hold down  on the unit for more
than 5 seconds.
3 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to “CHILD LOCK” and “ON” appear on the
select the audio in function display.
which corresponds to the You can only operate the system using
connected equipment. the buttons on the remote control.

4 Start playing the connected To turn off the Child Lock function, hold
down  on the unit for more than 5
equipment. seconds until “CHILD LOCK” and “OFF”

5 Press VOLUME + repeatedly to appear on the display.

adjust the volume. Note


Child Lock function will be turned off
Note automatically when you disconnect the
The system may enter standby mode AC power cord.
automatically if the volume level of the

Other Operations
connected equipment is too low. Adjust
the volume level of the equipment.
If you turn off automatic standby
function, see “Setting the automatic
standby function” (page 38).

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Setting the automatic
standby function
This system is equipped with an
automatic standby function. With
this 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 on the unit.


2 Press / repeatedly to select
“AUTO STBY,” then press .

3 Press / repeatedly to select


“ON” or “OFF.”

Notes
ˎˎThe message “AUTO STBY” flashes on
the display about 2 minutes before
entering standby mode.
ˎˎThe automatic standby function does
not work in the tuner function.
ˎˎThe system may not enter standby
mode automatically in the following
cases:
ˋˋ when an audio signal is detected.
ˋˋ during playback of audio files.
ˋˋ while the preset Play Timer,
Recording Timer or Sleep Timer is in
process.

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Note on DualDiscs
Additional Information A DualDisc is a two sided disc
product which mates DVD recorded
Playable discs material on one side with digital
audio material on the other side.
ˎˎ AUDIO CD
However, since the audio material
ˎˎ CD-R/CD-RW
side does not conform to the
ˋCD-DA
ˋ tracks in AUDIO CD Compact Disc (CD) standard,
format playback on this product is not
ˋMP3
ˋ files that conforms to guaranteed.
ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet
(expansion format). Music discs encoded with
Notes copyright protection
ˎˎMP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a technologies
standard format defined by ISO This product is designed to play
(International Organization for back discs that conform to the
Standardization) which compresses Compact Disc (CD) standard.
audio data. MP3 files must be in MPEG 1
Recently, various music discs
Audio Layer-3 format.
encoded with copyright protection
ˎˎThe system can only play back MP3 files
that have a file extension of “.mp3.” technologies are marketed by some
record companies. Please be aware
Discs that cannot be played back that among those discs, there are
some that do not conform to the CD
ˎˎ CD-ROM
standard and may not be playable
ˎˎ CD-R/CD-RW which has the
by this product.
following conditions:
ˋRecorded
ˋ in MP3 PRO format
ˋRecorded
ˋ in multisession that
Notes on playing multisession

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was not ended by “closing the discs
session” ˎˎ This system can play back
ˋRecorded
ˋ with an incompatible multisession discs when an
recording device MP3 file is contained in the first
ˋPoor
ˋ recording quality session. Any subsequent MP3 files
ˋScratches
ˋ or dirty recorded in later sessions can also
ˋFinalized
ˋ incorrectly be played back (If later sessions
ˎˎ Discs of non-standard shape (e.g., contain AUDIO CD format, the
heart, square, star, etc.) system cannot play back these
ˎˎ Discs that have adhesive tape, multisession discs).
paper, or sticker attached to them ˎˎ If the first session is recorded in
ˎˎ Rental or used discs with attached AUDIO CD format, only the first
seals where the glue extends session will be played back.
beyond the seal
ˎˎ Discs that have labels printed
using ink that feels tacky when
touched

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Websites for Troubleshooting
compatible devices and Should you encounter a problem
dedicated applications with your system, find your problem
in the troubleshooting checklist
Check the websites below for the below and take the corrective
latest information about compatible action.
USB and BLUETOOTH devices as well If the problem persists, consult your
as available applications. nearest Sony dealer.

For customers in Latin America: Note that if the service personnel


<http://esupport.sony.com/LA> changes some parts during repair,
these parts may be retained.
For customers in the United States:
<http://www.esupport.sony.com/> If “PROTECT XX” (X is a
number) appears on the
display
Immediately unplug the AC
power cord, and check the
following items.
ˎˎ Is anything blocking the
ventilation holes of the
system?
ˎˎ Is the USB port short-circuited?
After you have checked these
above items and found no
problems, reconnect the AC
power cord, and turn on the
system. If the issue persists,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.

General
The system has entered standby
mode.
ˎˎ 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 38).

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The clock or timer setting is “CHILD LOCK” appears when you
canceled. press any button on the unit.
ˎˎ The AC power cord is disconnected ˎˎ Set the Child Lock function to off
or a power failure occurred. Set (page 37).
the clock (page 14) and timer
(page 35) again. Disc player

There is no sound. The disc tray does not open and


ˎˎ Adjust the volume.
“LOCKED” appears on the display.
ˎˎ Check the connection of the ˎˎ Consult your nearest Sony dealer
optional equipment, if any or local authorized Sony service
(page 12). facility.
ˎˎ Turn on the connected equipment.
The disc tray does not close.
ˎˎ There is no audio output available
ˎˎ Load the disc correctly.
during Recording Timer.
The disc does not eject.
There is severe hum or noise.
ˎˎ You cannot eject the disc during
ˎˎ Move the system away from
CD-USB Synchronized Transfer or
sources of noise.
REC1 Transfer. Press  to cancel
ˎˎ Connect the system to a different
the transfer, then press  on the
wall outlet.
unit to eject the disc.
ˎˎ Install a noise filter (commercially
ˎˎ Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
available) to the AC power cord.
ˎˎ Turn off surrounding electrical Playback does not start.
equipment. ˎˎ Reload the disc.
The timer does not function. ˎˎ Load the disc that this system can
play back (page 39).
ˎˎ Check the timer setting and set
ˎˎ Wipe the disc clean (page 46).

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the correct time (page 35).
ˎˎ Remove the disc and wipe away
ˎˎ Cancel the Sleep Timer function
the moisture on the disc, then
(page 35).
leave the system turned on for
The remote control does not a few hours until the moisture
function. evaporates.
ˎˎ Remove the obstacles between
The sound skips.
the remote control and the unit.
ˎˎ Wipe the disc clean (page 46).
ˎˎ Move the remote control closer to
ˎˎ Reload the disc.
the unit.
ˎˎ Move the unit to a place with no
ˎˎ Point the remote control at the
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable
unit’s sensor.
stand).
ˎˎ Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
ˎˎ Move the unit away from the Playback does not start from the
fluorescent light. first track.
There is acoustic feedback. ˎˎ Set the play mode to Normal Play
(page 17).
ˎˎ Reduce the volume.

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The folder name, track name, file Audio files or folders on the USB
name and ID3 tag characters do device cannot be erased.
not appear properly. ˎˎ Check if the USB device is write-
ˎˎ The ID3 version is not in Version 1 protected.
(1.0/1.1) or Version 2 (2.2/2.3). ˎˎ The USB device was disconnected
ˎˎ The character codes that can be or the power was turned off
displayed by this system are as during the erase operation. Delete
follows: the partially-erased file. If this
ˋUpper
ˋ cases (A to Z) does not fix the problem, the USB
ˋNumbers
ˋ (0 to 9) device may be broken. Refer to the
ˋSymbols
ˋ (< > * +, [ ] \ _) operating instructions of the USB
Other characters appear as “_”. device on how to deal with this
problem.
USB device
There is no sound.
Transferring results in an error. ˎˎ The USB device is not connected
ˎˎ You are using an unsupported USB correctly. Turn off the system and
device. Check the information on reconnect the USB device, then
the website about compatible USB turn on the system.
devices (page 40).
ˎˎ The USB device is not formatted There is noise, skipping, or
correctly. Refer to the operating distorted sound.
instructions of the USB device on ˎˎ You are using an unsupported USB
how to format. device. Check the information on
ˎˎ Turn off the system and remove the website about compatible USB
the USB device. If the USB device devices (page 40).
has a power switch, turn the USB ˎˎ Turn off the system and reconnect
device off and on again after the USB device, then turn on the
removing it from the system. Then, system.
perform the transfer again. ˎˎ The music data itself contains
ˎˎ If the transfer and erase noise, or the sound is distorted.
operations are repeated multiple Noise may have entered during
times, the file structure within the the transfer process. Delete the
USB device becomes fragmented. file, and try transfer again.
Refer to the operating instructions ˎˎ The bit rate used in encoding an
supplied with the USB device on audio file was low. Send an audio
how to deal with this problem. file with higher bit rate to the USB
ˎˎ The USB device was disconnected device.
or the power was turned off
“READING” is displayed for an
during transfer. Delete the
extended time, or it takes a long
partially-transferred file, and
time before playback starts.
perform the transfer again. If this
does not fix the problem, the USB ˎˎ The reading process can take a
device may be broken. Refer to the long time in the following cases.
operating instructions of the USB ˋThere
ˋ are many folders or files
device on how to deal with this on the USB device (page 16).
problem. ˋThe
ˋ file structure is extremely
complex.
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ˋThe
ˋ memory capacity is Playback does not start from the
excessive. first file.
ˋThe
ˋ internal memory is ˎˎ Set the play mode to Normal Play
fragmented. (page 17).
“OVER CURRENT” appears. Audio file cannot be played back.
ˎˎ A problem has been detected ˎˎ USB devices formatted with file
with the level of electrical current systems other than FAT16 or FAT32
from the A port or B port. Turn are unsupported.*
off the system and remove the ˎˎ A WMA audio file that is created
USB device from the port. Make in the WMA DRM, WMA Lossless,
sure there is no problem with the or WMA PRO format cannot be
USB device. If this display pattern played back.
persists, contact your nearest Sony ˎˎ An AAC audio file that is created
dealer. in the AAC DRM or AAC Lossless
format cannot be played back.
Erroneous display.
ˎˎ AAC audio files encoded at 96 kHz
ˎˎ The data stored in the USB
cannot be played back.
device may have been corrupted,
ˎˎ If multiple partitions exist on a USB
perform the transfer again. device that is being used, files may
ˎˎ The character codes that can be
not be played back.
displayed by this system are as
ˎˎ The system can play back to a
follows: depth of 8 folders only.
ˋUpper
ˋ cases (A to Z)
ˎˎ Files that are encrypted or
ˋNumbers
ˋ (0 to 9) protected by passwords cannot be
ˋSymbols
ˋ (< > * +, [ ] \ _) played back.
Other characters appear as “_”.
ˎˎ Files with DRM (Digital Rights
The USB device is not recognized. Management) copyright

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ˎˎ Turn off the system and reconnect
protection cannot be played back
the USB device, then turn on the by this system.
system. ˎˎ The MP3 PRO audio file can be
ˎˎ Check the information on the
played back as MP3 audio file.
website about compatible USB
* This system supports FAT16 and FAT32,
devices (page 40).
but some USB devices may not support
ˎˎ The USB device is not working all of these FAT. For details, refer to the
properly. Refer to the operating operating instructions of each USB
instructions of the USB device on device or contact the manufacturer.
how to deal with this problem.
Playback does not start.
ˎˎ Turn off the system and reconnect
the USB device, then turn on the
system.
ˎˎ Check the information on the
website about compatible USB
devices (page 40).

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Tuner ˎˎ Erase the pairing registration
information of the BLUETOOTH
There is severe hum or noise, or device (page 28) and perform
stations cannot be received. the pairing operation again
(“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes on (page 25).
the display.)
ˎˎ Connect the antenna properly.
The sound skips or fluctuates, or
ˎˎ Change antenna location and
the connection is lost.
its orientation to obtain good ˎˎ The system and the BLUETOOTH
reception. device are too far apart.
ˎˎ Consult your nearest Sony dealer ˎˎ If there are obstacles between
if the supplied AM antenna has the system and your BLUETOOTH
come off from the plastic stand. device, remove or avoid the
ˎˎ Turn off nearby electrical obstacles.
equipment. ˎˎ If there is equipment that
generates electromagnetic
BLUETOOTH device radiation, such as a wireless LAN,
other BLUETOOTH device, or a
Pairing cannot be performed. microwave oven nearby, move
ˎˎ Move the BLUETOOTH device them away.
closer to the system.
ˎˎ Pairing may not be possible if The sound of your BLUETOOTH
other BLUETOOTH devices are device cannot be heard on this
present around the system. system.
In this case, turn off the other ˎˎ Increase the volume on your
BLUETOOTH devices. BLUETOOTH device first, then
ˎˎ Make sure to enter the correct adjust the volume using VOLUME
passkey when selecting the model +/–.
number (this system) on the
There is severe hum, noise or
BLUETOOTH device.
distorted sound.
Connection is not possible. ˎˎ If there are obstacles between
ˎˎ The BLUETOOTH device you the system and your BLUETOOTH
attempted to connect does not device, remove or avoid the
support the A2DP profile, and obstacles.
cannot be connected with the ˎˎ If there is equipment that
system. generates electromagnetic
ˎˎ Enable the BLUETOOTH function of radiation, such as a wireless LAN,
the BLUETOOTH device. other BLUETOOTH device, or a
ˎˎ Establish a connection from the microwave oven nearby, move
BLUETOOTH device. them away.
ˎˎ The pairing registration ˎˎ Turn down the volume of the
information has been erased. connected BLUETOOTH device.
Perform the pairing operation
again.

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Party Chain
Messages
Party Chain function cannot be
activated. One of the following messages may
ˎˎ Check the connections appear or flash on the display during
(page 32). operation.
ˎˎ Make sure the audio cords are
connected correctly. CANNOT PLAY
ˎˎ Adjust the volume.
A disc that cannot be played back
was inserted.
There is no sound when you select
the audio in function. DEVICE ERROR
The USB device could not be
ˎˎ Adjust the volume on the
recognized or an unknown device is
connected equipment.
connected.
ˎˎ Try turning off the system, then
turning it back on again. DEVICE FULL
The memory of the USB device is
“PARTY CHAIN” is flashing on the
full.
display.
ˎˎ The audio in function is selected FATAL ERROR
in the Party Chain function. Press The USB device was removed during
FUNCTION repeatedly to select transfer or erase operation, and may
other function. have been damaged.
ˎˎ Try turning off the system, then
FOLDER FULL
turning it back on again.
You cannot transfer onto the USB
device because the number of folder
To reset the system
has reached its maximum.
If the system still does not operate

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properly, reset the system to factory NO DEVICE
default settings. No USB device is connected.
Use the buttons on the unit to
NO DISC
perform this operation.
There is no disc in the player.
1 Unplug the AC power cord, and NO MEMORY
then plug it back in.
The memory selected for playback
2 Press  to turn on the system. or transfer has no memory media
inserted in the USB device.
3 Hold down  and BASS BAZUCA
at the same time for about 3 NO STEP
seconds. All of the programmed steps have
“RESET” appears on the display. been erased.
All user-configured settings, such as NO TRACK
preset radio stations, timer, and the
No playable file is loaded in the
clock are reset to factory default
system.
setting.

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NOT IN USE
You tried to perform a specific Precautions
operation under conditions where
that operation is prohibited. When carrying this system
NOT SUPPORTED To avoid damaging the disc
An unsupported USB device is mechanism, perform the following
connected, or the USB device is procedure before carrying this
connected through a USB hub. system.
Use the buttons on the unit to
PROTECT perform this operation.
The USB device is write-protected.
1 Press  to turn on the system.
PUSH STOP
You tried to perform an operation 2 Press CD.
that can be performed only when 3 Remove the disc.
the playback is stopped.
Press  to open and close the disc
READING tray.
The system is reading information Wait until “NO DISC” appears on the
of the disc or USB device. Some display.
operations are not available. 4 Unplug the AC power cord.
REC ERROR Notes on discs
The transfer did not start, stopped
ˎˎBefore playing, wipe the disc with a
partway, or otherwise could not be cleaning cloth from the center outward
performed. to the edge.
ˎˎDo not clean discs with solvents, such
STEP FULL as benzine, thinner, or commercially
You tried to program more than 25 available cleaners or anti-static spray
steps. intended for vinyl LPs.
ˎˎDo not expose discs to direct sunlight
TIME NG or heat sources such as hot air ducts,
The on time and off time of Play nor leave them in a car parked in direct
Timer or Recording Timer is the sunlight.
same.
On safety
TRACK FULL ˎˎCompletely disconnect the AC power
You cannot transfer onto the USB cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet
device because the number of file (mains) if it is not going to be used
has reached its maximum. for an extended period of time. When
unplugging the unit, always grip the
plug. Never pull the cord itself.
ˎˎShould any solid object or liquid get
into the system, unplug the system, and
have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it again.

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ˎˎ(USA model only) Cleaning the cabinet
One blade of the plug is wider than Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly
other for the purpose of safety and will moistened with a mild detergent solution.
fit to the wall outlet only one way. If you Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
are unable to insert the plug fully into scouring powder, or solvent, such as
the outlet, contact your dealer. thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
ˎˎAC power cord must be changed only at
the qualified service shop. On BLUETOOTH Communication
ˎˎBLUETOOTH devices should be used
On placement within approximately 10 meters (33
ˎˎDo not place the system in an inclined feet) (unobstructed distance) of each
position or in locations that are other. The effective communication
extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or range may become shorter under the
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, following conditions.
or subject to vibration, direct sunlight or ˋˋ When a person, metal object, wall
a bright light. or other obstruction is between
ˎˎBe careful when placing the system the devices with a BLUETOOTH
on surfaces that have been specially connection
treated (for example, wax, oil, polish) as ˋˋ Locations where a wireless LAN is
staining or discoloration of the surface installed
may result. ˋˋ Around microwave ovens that are
ˎˎIf the system is brought directly from in use
a cold to a warm location or is placed ˋˋ Locations where other
in a very damp room, moisture may electromagnetic waves occur
condense on the lens inside the unit, ˎˎBLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN
and cause the system to malfunction. (IEEE 802.11b/g) use the same frequency
In this situation, remove the disc, and band (2.4 GHz). When using your
leave the system turned on for about an BLUETOOTH device near a device with
hour until the moisture evaporates. wireless LAN capability, electromagnetic
interference may occur. This could result
On heat buildup in lower data transfer rates, noise, or

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ˎˎHeat buildup on the unit during inability to connect. If this happens, try
operation is normal and is not a cause the following remedies:
for alarm. ˋˋ Try connecting this system and
ˎˎDo not touch the cabinet if it has been BLUETOOTH device when you are at
used continuously at a high volume least 10 meters (33 feet) away from
because the cabinet may have become the wireless LAN equipment.
hot. ˋˋ Turn off the power to the wireless
ˎˎDo not obstruct the ventilation holes. LAN equipment when using your
BLUETOOTH device within 10 meters
On the speaker system
(33 feet).
The built-in speaker system is not ˎˎThe radio waves broadcast by this
magnetically shielded, and the picture on system may interfere with the operation
nearby TV sets may become magnetically of some medical devices. Since this
distorted. In this situation, turn off the interference may result in malfunction,
TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back always turn off the power on this
on. If there is no improvement, move the system and BLUETOOTH device in the
system far away from the TV. following locations:
ˋˋ In hospitals, on trains, in airplanes,
at gas stations, and any place where
flammable gases may be present
ˋˋ Near automatic doors or fire alarms

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ˎˎThis system supports security functions
that comply with the BLUETOOTH
specification as a means of ensuring
Specifications
security during communication using
BLUETOOTH technology. However, this AUDIO POWER
security may be insufficient depending SPECIFICATIONS
on the setting contents and other POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
factors, so always be careful when HARMONIC DISTORTION: (USA model
performing communication using only)
BLUETOOTH technology. Left/Right Channel:
ˎˎSony cannot be held liable in any way
With 5 ohm loads, both channels
for damages or other loss resulting
from information leaks during driven, from 800 – 20,000 Hz;
communication using BLUETOOTH rated 150 watts per channel
technology. minimum RMS power, with no
ˎˎBLUETOOTH communication is not more than 0.7% total harmonic
necessarily guaranteed with all distortion from 250 milliwatts to
BLUETOOTH devices that have the same rated output.
profile as this system.
ˎˎBLUETOOTH devices connected with Amplifier section
this system must comply with the Power output (rated):
BLUETOOTH specification prescribed
Left/Right Channel: 320 W +
by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must
be certified to comply. However, even
320 W (at 5 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
when a device complies with the Power output (reference):
BLUETOOTH specification, there may Brazilian model:
be cases where the characteristics or Left/Right Channel: 400 W +
specifications of the BLUETOOTH device 400 W (per channel at 5 ohms,
make it impossible to connect, or may 1 kHz)
result in different control methods, Subwoofer: 400 W (at 5 ohms,
display or operation. 100 Hz)
ˎˎNoise may occur or the audio may
Other models:
cut off depending on the BLUETOOTH
device connected with this system, Left/Right Channel: 480 W +
the communications environment, or 480 W (per channel at 5 ohms,
surrounding conditions. 1 kHz)
Subwoofer: 480 W (at 5 ohms,
100 Hz)

Speaker section
Speaker system: Tweeter + Mid range
speaker + woofer
Tweeter L/R: 40 mm (1 5/8 in) cone type
Mid L/R: 100 mm (3 7/8 in) cone type
Woofer: 250 mm (9 7/8 in) cone type

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Inputs Tuner section
AUDIO IN/PARTY CHAIN IN L/R: FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne
Voltage 2 V, impedance tuner
47 kilohms Antenna:
A (USB), B (USB) port: FM lead antenna
Type A, maximum current: AM loop antenna
500 mA
FM tuner section
Outputs Tuning range:
AUDIO OUT/PARTY CHAIN OUT L/R: USA and Brazilian models:
Voltage 2 V, impedance 47 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (100 kHz
kilohms step)
Other models:
iPod/iPhone section 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (50 kHz
Made for step)
– iPhone 5s
– iPhone 5c AM tuner section
– iPhone 5 Tuning range:
– iPhone 4s 531 kHz – 1,710 kHz (9 kHz step)
– iPhone 4 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz (10 kHz step)
– iPhone 3GS
– iPod touch (5th generation)
– iPod touch (4th generation)

Disc player section


System:
Compact disc and digital audio
system

Additional Information
Laser Diode Properties
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6 μW
* 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
Signal-to-noise ratio:
More than 90 dB
Dynamic range:
More than 88 dB

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BLUETOOTH section Supported audio formats
Communication system: Supported bit rate:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0 MPEG1 Layer-3:
Output: 32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR
BLUETOOTH Standard Power WMA (USB devices only):
Class 2 48 kbps – 192 kbps, VBR
Maximum communication range: AAC (USB devices only):
Line of sight approx. 10 m1) 48 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR
Frequency band: Sampling frequencies:
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – MPEG1 Layer-3:
2.4835 GHz) 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz
Modulation method: WMA (USB devices only):
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread 44.1 kHz
Spectrum) AAC (USB devices only):
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles2): 44.1 kHz
A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile)
AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote
Control Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
Supported codecs:
SBC (Sub Band Codec)
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)
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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General
Power requirements:
USA model:
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Argentine model:
AC 220 V – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Mexican and Brazilian models:
AC 120 V – 240 V, 60 Hz
Other models:
AC 120 V – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
240 W (0.5 W at the Power Saving
mode)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.):
339 mm × 908 mm × 325 mm
(13 3/8 in × 35 3/4 in × 12 3/4 in)
Mass (Approx.):
18 kg (39 lb 10 7/8 oz)
Supplied accessories:
Remote control (1)
R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)
AC power cord (1)
FM lead/AM loop antenna (1)

Design and specifications are subject


to change without notice.

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