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Table of Contents

About this manual ................. 5
Unpacking ..............................8
Playable discs or files on

discs/USB device ...................8
Websites for compatible

devices ................................. 10
Guide to parts and

controls ................................. 11

Getting Started

Hooking up the system

securely .................................16
Deactivating the

demonstration ......................17
Inserting batteries ................18
Listening to TV sound via

the system ............................19
Carrying the unit ..................20
Changing the display

mode ....................................20

Disc/USB Playback

Before using the USB

device ....................................21
Basic playback ......................21
Using play mode .................. 22
Viewing information on the

display .................................. 23

USB Transfer

Before using the USB

device ................................... 23
Transferring music ............... 23

Tuner

Listening to the radio ........... 26

BLUETOOTH

About the BLUETOOTH

wireless technology ............. 27
Pairing this system with a

BLUETOOTH device .............. 28
Listening to music on a

BLUETOOTH device .............. 29
One Touch BLUETOOTH

Connection by NFC .............. 29
Setting the BLUETOOTH

audio codecs ........................30

Network

Selecting the method of

network connection ............. 32
Listening to the same music

from the multiple

speakers ............................... 33
Listening to an Internet

music service (Chromecast

built-in) ................................ 34
Listening to an Internet

music service (Spotify) ......... 35

Summary of Contents for MHC-V77W

Page 1: ...MHC V77W Home Audio System Operating Instructions Getting Started Disc USB Playback USB Transfer Tuner BLUETOOTH Network Gesture Control Sound Adjustment Other Operations Additional Information ...

Page 2: ...mmediately 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 CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this...

Page 3: ...this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has bee...

Page 4: ... transmitted In other words this device automatically discontinue transmission in case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure Frequency Tolerance 20 ppm For the customers in Canada Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and or peripherals This device complies with Industry Canada s licence exempt RSSs Operatio...

Page 5: ...r 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 t...

Page 6: ...ic playback 21 Using play mode 22 Viewing information on the display 23 USB Transfer Before using the USB device 23 Transferring music 23 Tuner Listening to the radio 26 BLUETOOTH About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology 27 Pairing this system with a BLUETOOTH device 28 Listening to music on a BLUETOOTH device 29 One Touch BLUETOOTH Connection by NFC 29 Setting the BLUETOOTH audio codecs 30 Network...

Page 7: ...0 Getting frenzied parties with the Fiestable app 40 Using the Party Chain function 42 Singing along Karaoke 45 Enjoying music with the Party Light and Speaker Light 46 Using the Sleep Timer 46 Using optional equipment 46 Deactivating the touch panel on the unit Child Lock 47 Deactivating the touch panel on the unit for a short time Party Lock 47 Setting the automatic standby function 47 Setting t...

Page 8: ... system 1 MP3 MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 is a standard format defined by ISO MPEG for compressed audio data MP3 files must be in MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 format 2 Files with copyright protection Digital Rights Management cannot be played back by the system 3 A logical format of files and folders on CD ROMs defined by ISO International Organization for Standardization Discs files that cannot be played back Y...

Page 9: ...O CD format the system cannot play back this multisession discs If the first session is recorded in AUDIO CD format only the first session will be played back Notes on playable files Playback may take a longer time to start when a DATA CD USB device is recorded with a complicated tree structure the audio files in another folder have just been played back The system can play back a DATA CD in the f...

Page 10: ...an operation is performed by this system The playback order for the system may differ from the playback order of the connected USB device Before using a USB device make sure that no virus ridden files are on the USB device Websites for compatible devices Check the websites below for the latest information about compatible USB and BLUETOOTH devices For customers in the United States https esupport ...

Page 11: ...11US Guide to parts and controls You can lock the keys except power on the unit to prevent them from being operated by mistake page 47 Unit Top Front Side Slot ...

Page 12: ...layback When touched twice resume playback can be canceled Touch to stop transfer during music transfer Touch to stop the built in sound demonstration GESTURE ON OFF key page 36 37 38 BLUETOOTH indicator page 27 BLUETOOTH key Touch to select the BLUETOOTH function PAIRING key Touch and hold to activate BLUETOOTH pairing during the BLUETOOTH function NETWORK indicator Indicates the current status o...

Page 13: ...ME key Touch to adjust the volume select folder key Touch to select a folder on a data disc or a USB device go backward go forward key Touch to select a track or file TUNING key page 26 open close key Touch to open or close the disc tray Direct function key CD USB FM AUDIO IN BLUETOOTH To use this button touch PLAYBACK then the function key you want VOCAL FADER key page 45 SCORE key page 45 VOICE ...

Page 14: ...GHT MODE button page 46 REC TO USB button Press to transfer music to the USB device connected to the USB port TUNER MENU button page 26 BACK button OPTIONS button Press to enter or exit options menu button Press to select the menu items select folder button Press to select a folder on a data disc or a USB device enter button Press to enter confirm the settings FUNCTION button Press to select a fun...

Page 15: ...top transfer during music transfer Press to stop the built in sound demonstration KEY CONTROL button page 45 VOL volume button Press to adjust the volume MIC ECHO button page 45 VOCAL FADER button page 45 SCORE button page 45 DISPLAY button page 17 20 23 28 Press to change the information on the display SLEEP button page 46 The VOL and buttons have a tactile dot Use the tactile dot as a reference ...

Page 16: ...ut 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 42 AUDIO PARTY CHAIN IN L R jacks Connect to the audio output jacks of a TV or an audio video equipment The sound is output through this system ...

Page 17: ...p 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 LAN 100 port Use a LAN cable not supplied to connect to a wired network page 32 AC power cord mains lead Connect the AC power cord mains lead supplied to the unit then to the wall outlet To wall outlet When the AC power cord mains lead is connected the system is ...

Page 18: ...o not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries If you do not use the remote control for a long period of time remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion To operate the unit using the remote control Point the remote control at the unit s remote control sensor ...

Page 19: ...n also enjoy the sound of external equipment DVD players etc via the system by connecting to the AUDIO PARTY CHAIN IN jacks 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...

Page 20: ...e Be sure to use the handle when lifting the unit Handle 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 Changing the display mode Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is turned off Each time you press the button the display mode changes as follows Demonstration The m...

Page 21: ...ch as a CD single place it on the inner circle of the tray 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 Open the USB REC PLAY cover according to the arrow direction then connect a USB device to the USB port Note You can use a USB adaptor not supplied to connect the USB device to the unit if the USB de...

Page 22: ...nnot be selected for AUDIO CD Playing in random order Shuffle Play When playback is stopped press PLAY MODE repeatedly The following indicators light up on the display SHUF shuffles all playable files on the disc or USB device FLDR SHUF shuffles all playable files in the specified folder on the disc or USB device Cannot be selected for AUDIO CD Note Shuffle Play is canceled when you open the disc ...

Page 23: ...ETOOTH connection only Transferring music 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 r...

Page 24: ...ss FUNCTION repeatedly to select 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 Tra...

Page 25: ...N 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 tr...

Page 26: ...he radio 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly 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 man...

Page 27: ...s technology BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short range wireless technology that enables wireless data communication between digital devices Supported BLUETOOTH version profiles and codecs For details see BLUETOOTH section page 61 Compatible BLUETOOTH devices For details see Websites for compatible devices page 10 About the BLUETOOTH indicator The BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit lights up or f...

Page 28: ...r more PAIRING flashes on the display 4 Perform the pairing procedure on the BLUETOOTH device For details refer to the operating instructions of your BLUETOOTH device 5 Select MHC V77W 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...

Page 29: ...aying an audio source on the BLUETOOTH device 4 Adjust 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 BL...

Page 30: ...e 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 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 fol...

Page 31: ...ped 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...

Page 32: ... updated 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 Refer to SongPal Help for more details http info songpal sony net help Method for ...

Page 33: ...d 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 v77w h_zz Enjoying the Wireless Party Chain If you connect the multi room compatible speakers to your Wi...

Page 34: ...Connect the system and smartphone iPhone to the same SSID network of your router 3 Launch SongPal and download a Chromecast enabled app Launch SongPal then tap MHC V77W Settings Chromecast built in Learn how to Cast See the instructions then find and install a Chromecast enabled app on your smartphone iPhone 4 Launch the Chromecast enabled app then tap the Cast button to select MHC V77W 5 Select m...

Page 35: ...phone 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 3 Launch the Spotify App and log in to a Spotify Premium account 4 Select and start playing the music 5 Tap the Connect icon and select the system as the audio output device Note Depending on the c...

Page 36: ...uch the mode you want PLAYBACK DJ SAMPLER KARAOKE The GESTURE CONTROL lights up 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 t...

Page 37: ...effect of Wah wah 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 ...

Page 38: ...BASS Press MEGA BASS repeatedly to select BASS ON To cancel press MEGA BASS repeatedly to select BASS OFF Reproduce the sound effect of a party hall Fiesta Touch FIESTA on the unit The FIESTA indicator lights up To cancel press SOUND FIELD repeatedly to select FLAT Reproduce the sound effect of a concert hall Digital Music Arena Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly to select MUSIC ARENA To cancel press SO...

Page 39: ...he 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 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 1 Press OPTIONS 2 Press repeatedly to selec...

Page 40: ...ion connect the device by Wi Fi to the same network as that of the system 4 Launch 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 Ava...

Page 41: ...ur remote device 3 Connect the system and remote device by BLUETOOTH connection page 27 4 Launch SongPal and touch the Fiestable icon at the top left corner Note For notes on using Fiestable refer to the Notes on using the Fiestable application separate document for details For more details on SongPal refer to the following URL http info songpal sony net help ...

Page 42: ...onnecting 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 Second system Last system Continue the connection until the last system The last system must be connected to the first system Any sys...

Page 43: ...ection until the 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 acti...

Page 44: ... 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 For detailed operation on other 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...

Page 45: ...e music To use the Gesture Control during karaoke See page 38 Note If howling occurs move the microphone away from the system change the direction of the microphone lower the microphone volume level press MIC ECHO repeatedly to adjust the echo level 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 sourc...

Page 46: ...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 Using optional equip...

Page 47: ...rty you can deactivate the keys except on the touch panel of the unit for 30 seconds and wipe off the liquid with a cloth Hold your hand above GESTURE CONTROL sensor on the unit for more than 5 seconds PARTY LOCK ON appears on the display To turn off the Party Lock function hold your hand above GESTURE CONTROL sensor on the unit for more than 5 seconds until PARTY LOCK OFF appears on the display N...

Page 48: ...an 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 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 of...

Page 49: ...uption 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 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 2 Press repeatedly to select SYSTEM then press 3 Press repeatedly to se...

Page 50: ... Power Saving Mode page 20 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 47 There is no sound Adjust the volume Check the connection of the optional equipment if any page 16 Turn on the connected equipment Unplug the AC power cord mains lead then plug in the AC po...

Page 51: ...he unit to eject the disc Consult your nearest Sony dealer Playback does not start Wipe the disc clean page 58 Reload the disc Load the disc that this system can play back page 8 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 sound skips Wipe the disc clean page 58 Reload the disc Move the unit to a place wit...

Page 52: ...rase 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 There is noise skipping or dis...

Page 53: ...tem Check the information on the website about compatible USB devices page 10 Playback does not start from the first file Set the play mode to Normal Play page 22 Files cannot be played back 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 b...

Page 54: ...he volume on your BLUETOOTH device first then adjust the volume using VOL 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 conn...

Page 55: ...urn 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 starte...

Page 56: ...til GESTURE CONTROL lights up Make sure the Child Lock function is not activated page 47 The Gesture Control does not operate properly Move your hand closer to GESTURE CONTROL sensor page 36 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 36 38 Install a noise fil...

Page 57: ... disc that cannot be played back 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 ...

Page 58: ...sc Touch to open and close the disc tray Wait until NO DISC appears on the display 4 Unplug the AC power cord mains lead 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...

Page 59: ... TV 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 m...

Page 60: ...ts 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 ...

Page 61: ...7 5 MHz 108 0 MHz 100 kHz step 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 Con...

Page 62: ... 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 DSDIFF 2 8 MHz 1 bit General Power requirements AC 120 V 60 Hz Power consumption 220 W Dimensions W H D Approx 340 mm 924 mm 378 mm 13 1 2 in 36 1 2 in 15 in Mass Approx 22 kg 48 lb 9 oz D...

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