MHC-EC99i/EC79i/EC69i.GB.4-131-119-12(1)
Playing the iPod
1
Select the iPod function.
Press FU/
repeatedly (or iPod
on
the unit).
2
Place the iPod.
3
Start playback.
Press
(or
on the unit)
.
To control the iPod
You can control your iPod with the following buttons on
the remote or unit.
To
Press
Pause playback
(pause) (or
(play/pause)
on the unit)
or
(stop)
.
Scroll up/down the
iPod menus
/
. You can scroll up or
down the iPod menus much like
the Click Wheel operations of
the iPod or the drag up-or-down
operations of the iPod touch.
Select a track
or chapter of
audiobook/podcast
(go back)
/
(go
forward)
. To fast-forward
or fast-rewind, hold down the
button.
Choose the selected
item
/ (enter)
. You can
choose the selected item much
like the center button on the iPod
or the touch operation of the
iPod touch.
Find a point in a
track or chapter of
audiobook/podcast
Hold down
(rewind)
/
(fast forward)
during
playback, and release the button
at the desired point.
Return to the
previous menu or
select a menu
/TOOL MENU
/
(return)
. You can return to the
previous menu or select a menu
much like the Menu button on
the iPod or the touch operation
of the iPod touch.
To use the system as a battery charger
You can use the system as a battery charger for the iPod
when the system is on.
The charging begins when the iPod is placed on the
iPod connector. The charging status appears in the iPod
display. For details, see the user’s guide of your iPod.
To stop charging the iPod
Remove the iPod.
Notes
When placing or removing the iPod, handle the iPod in the same
angle as that of the iPod connector on the unit and do not twist or
sway the iPod to prevent connector damage.
Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the connector. Doing so
may cause a malfunction.
When placing or removing the iPod, brace the unit with one hand
and take care not to press the controls of the iPod by mistake.
Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback.
While playing video, you cannot use
/
. You can fast
rewind (fast forward) by holding down
/
.
To change the volume level, use /
(or VOLUME
control on the unit)
. The volume level does not change even if
adjusted on the iPod.
This system is designed for iPod only. You cannot connect any other
portable audio players.
To use an iPod, refer to the user’s guide of your iPod.
Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to
iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod with this unit.
Creating your own program
(Program Play)
Use buttons on the remote to create your own program.
1
Select the CD function.
Press FU/
repeatedly.
2
Select the play mode.
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “PGM”
appears while the player is stopped.
3
Select the desired track or file number.
Press
/
repeatedly until the desired
track or file number appears.
When programming MP3 files, press +
/
repeatedly to select the desired folder, and then select
the desired file.
Selected track or file number
Total playing time of the
selected track or file
4
Program the selected track or file.
Press
to enter the selected track or file.
5
Repeat steps 3 through 4 to program additional
tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.
6
To play your program of tracks or files, press
.
The program remains available until you open the disc
tray or CD compartment (MHC-EC69i only). To play
the same program again, select the CD function, and
then press
.
To cancel Program Play
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “PGM”
disappears while the player is stopped.
To delete the last track or file of the program
Press CLEAR
while the player is stopped.
To view program information, such as total
track number of the program
Press DISPLAY
repeatedly.
Using optional audio components
(except for MHC-EC69i)
1
Prepare the sound source.
Connect additional audio component to the PC IN
jack
on the unit using an audio analog cord (not
supplied).
2
Turn down the volume.
Press VOLUME
(or turn the VOLUME control on
the unit)
.
3
Select the PC function.
Press FU/
(or FUNCTION on the unit)
repeatedly.
4
Start playback.
Start playback of the connected component.
5
Adjust the volume.
Press /
(or turn the VOLUME control
on the unit)
.
Adjusting the sound
To
Press
Generate a more dynamic
sound (Dynamic Sound
Generator X-tra)
DSGX
on the unit.
Set the sound effect
EQ
.
To turn on the subwoofer (MHC-EC99i only)
Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF
on the unit until
“SUBWOOFER” appears. The volume of the subwoofer is
linked to the front speakers.
Changing the display
To
Press
Change
information on the
display*
DISPLAY
repeatedly when the
system is turned on.
Change Display
mode (See below.)
DISPLAY
repeatedly when the
system is turned off.
* For example, you can view CD/MP3 disc information, such as;
track or file number during normal play.
track or file name (“ ”) during normal play.
artist name (“ ”) during normal play.
album or folder name (“
”) during normal play.
total playing time while the player is stopped.
The system offers the following display modes.
Display mode
When the system is off,
Power Saving
Mode
1)
The display is turned off to conserve
power. The timer and clock continue
to operate.
Clock
2)
The clock is displayed.
1)
You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode.
2)
The clock display automatically turns to Power Saving Mode after
8 seconds.
Notes on the display information
Characters that cannot be displayed appear as “_”.
The following are not displayed;
total playing time for an MP3 disc.
remaining playing time for an MP3 file.
The following are not displayed correctly;
elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using VBR (variable
bit rate).
folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660
Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format.
The following are displayed;
total playing time for a CD-DA disc during normal play.
remaining playing time for a track.
ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and
version 2 tags are used (ID3 version 2 tag information display has
priority when both ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used for a
single MP3 file).
up to 15 characters of ID3 tag information using uppercase letters
(A to Z), numbers (0 to 9), and symbols (˝ $ % ’ ( ) * , – . / < = > @
[ \ ] _ ` { | } ! ? ^).
Using the timers
The system offers two timer functions. If you use both
timers, the Sleep Timer has priority.
Use buttons on the remote to use the timer functions.
Sleep Timer:
You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if
the clock is not set.
Press SLEEP
repeatedly. If you select “AUTO,” the
system automatically turns off after the current disc stops
or in 100 minutes.
Play Timer:
You can wake up to CD, tuner or iPod at a preset time.
Make sure you have set the clock.
1
Prepare the sound source.
Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME
+/
to adjust the volume.
To start from a specific CD track or audio file, create
your own program.
2
Select the timer set mode.
Press TIMER MENU
.
3
Set the play timer.
Press
/
repeatedly to select “PLAY SET,” and
then press
.
“ON TIME” appears, and the hour indication flashes.
4
Set the time to start playback.
Press
/
repeatedly to set the hour, and then
press
. The minute indication flashes. Use the
procedure above to set the minutes.
“OFF TIME” appears and the hour indication flashes
in the display.
5
Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the time
to stop playback.
6
Select the sound source.
Press
/
repeatedly until the desired sound
source appears, and then press
. The display
shows the timer settings.
7
Turn off the system.
Press
.
The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset time.
If the system is on at the preset time, the Play Timer
will not play.
Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the play starts.
To check the setting
1
Press TIMER MENU
.
“SELECT” flashes in the display.
2
Press
.
3
Press
/
repeatedly to select “PLAY SEL,” and
then press
.
To cancel the timer
Repeat the same procedure as above until “OFF” appears
in step 3, and then press
.
To change the setting
Start over from step 1.
Notes for the iPod user
Make sure the iPod is not playing when using the Play Timer.
The Play Timer may not be activated depending on the status of the
connected iPod.
Tip
The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not cancelled
manually.
iPod
The remote does not function.
Update your iPod with the latest software before using
with this system.
There is no sound.
Make sure the iPod is connected securely.
Make sure the iPod is playing music.
Adjust the volume.
The sound is distorted.
Turn down the volume.
Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod to “Off” or “Flat.”
The iPod cannot be charged.
Make sure the iPod is connected securely.
Make sure the system is turned on. The iPod is charged
only when the system is on.
“OVER CURRENT” appears.
A problem has been detected with the level of electrical
current from the iPod connector. Turn off the system
and remove the iPod from the iPod connector. Make
sure there is no problem with the iPod. If this display
pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
To change the AM tuning interval
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz or
10 kHz.
Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning
interval.
1
Tune in any AM station, and then turn off the
system.
2
Press DISPLAY
to display the clock.
3
While holding down
, press
.
All the AM preset stations are erased. To reset the
interval to the factory preset, repeat the procedure.
To improve tuner reception
Turn off iPod/CD player power by using the iPod/CD
power management function. By default, iPod/CD power
is turned on.
1
Press FU/
repeatedly
(or CD
on
the unit) to select the CD function.
2
Press
to turn off the system.
3
After “STANDBY” stops flashing, press DISPLAY
to display the clock and then press
while
holding down
.
“iPod/CD PWR OFF” appears. With iPod/CD player
power turned off, access time is increased. In addition,
when the TUNER function is selected, power is
not supplied to the iPod, so it is not recognized and
charged even if connected. To turn on iPod/CD player
power, repeat the procedure until “iPod/CD PWR
ON” appears.
To reset the system to factory settings
If the system still does not operate properly, reset the
system to factory settings.
Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory
default settings.
1
Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and then
turn on the system.
2
Press
, CD
, and
at the same time.
All user-configured settings, such as preset radio
stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.
When carrying this system
1
Remove a disc to protect the CD mechanism.
2
Press
on the unit to turn off the system and
confirm that “STANDBY” stops flashing.
3
Unplug the power cord.
Messages
CANNOT LOCK :
The system cannot be locked after
you have done the procedure of “When carrying this
system.”
COMPLETE :
The preset operation ended normally.
FULL :
You tried to program more than 25 tracks or files
(steps).
LOCKED :
The disc tray does not open. Contact your
nearest Sony dealer. (MHC-EC99i and MHC-EC79i
(Australian and UK models only))
NO DISC :
There is no disc in the player, or you have
loaded a disc that cannot be played.
NO STEP :
All of the programmed tracks have been
erased.
OVER :
You have reached the end of the disc while
pressing
during playback or pause.
PROTECT :
The following causes can be considered:
Speaker cords may be short-circuited.
The ventilation holes may be blocked.
See “If “PROTECT” appears on the display” to check
what to do if this message appears.
PUSH SELECT :
You tried to set the clock or timer during
timer operation.
PUSH STOP :
You pressed PLAY MODE
during
playback.
READING :
The system is reading information of the
disc. Some buttons are not available.
SET CLOCK :
You tried to select the timer when the clock
is not set.
SET TIMER :
You tried to select the timer when the Play
Timer is not set.
TIME NG :
The Play Timer start and end times are set to
the same time.
Display examples
Display
indicates
2 (two)
5 (five)
6 (six)
8 (eight)
0 (zero)
A
B
D
G
H
K
M
O
Q
R
S
Z
|
”
$
%
,
.
?
@
^
Precautions
Discs that this system CAN play
Audio CD
CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)
Discs that this system CANNOT play
CD-ROM
CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD
format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level
1/Level 2, Joliet
CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not
ended by “closing the session”
CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/
CD-RW that have scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CD-
RW recorded with an incompatible recording device
CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-
3 (MP3) files
Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart,
square, star)
Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker attached
to them
Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue
extends beyond the seal
Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky
when touched
Notes on discs
Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth from
the center out to the edge.
Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine
thinner, or commercially available cleaners or anti-
static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in
direct sunlight.
On safety
Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead)
from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not going to be used
for an extended period of time. When unplugging the
unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
Should any solid object or liquid get into the system,
unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it again.
AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified
service shop.
On placement
Do not place the system in an inclined position or in
locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on
surfaces that have been specially treated (for example,
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the
surface may result.
If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lens inside the CD player, and
cause the system to malfunction. In this situation,
remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for
about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
On heat buildup
Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal
and is not cause for alarm.
Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may
have become hot.
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
On the speaker system
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and
the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically
distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30
minutes, and turn it back on.
If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away
from the 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.
Specifications
Main unit
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(MHC-EC99i, MHC-EC79i The United States model only)
Low channel
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 – 10,000 Hz; rated 60 watts
per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
High channel
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 2,000 – 13,000 Hz; rated
60 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total
harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(MHC-EC69i The United States model only)
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 – 10,000 Hz; 30 watts
per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
MHC-EC99i
Front Speaker
RMS output power (reference):
Low channel
95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
High channel
95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 8 kHz, 10% THD)
Subwoofer
RMS output power (reference):
150 W (at 4 Ω, 80 Hz, 10% THD)
MHC-EC79i
RMS output power (reference):
Low channel
95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
High channel
95 W + 95 W (per channel at 8 Ω, 8 kHz, 10% THD)
MHC-EC69i
RMS output power (reference):
50 W + 50 W (per channel at 6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Inputs (except for MHC-EC69i)
PC IN (stereo mini jack): Sensitivity 800 mV, impedance 22 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES (stereo mini jack): Accepts headphones with an impedance of 8 Ω
or more
SPEAKER: impedance
MHC-EC99i/EC79i: 8 Ω
MHC-EC69i: 6 Ω
SUBWOOFER OUT (MHC-EC99i only): impedance 4 Ω
CD player section
System: Compact disc and digital audio system
Laser Diode Properties
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW
* This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200mm from the
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
Frequency response: 20 Hz
20 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB
Dynamic range: More than 88 dB
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
Antenna:
FM lead antenna
AM loop antenna
FM tuner section:
Tuning range
North American model: 87.5
108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
Other models: 87.5
108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz
AM tuner section:
Tuning range
North American model:
530
1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
531
1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
Australian model:
531
1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
530
1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
UK model:
531
1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
Intermediate frequency: 450 kHz
iPod section
Compatible iPod models:
iPod touch 2nd
generation
iPod nano 4th
generation
(video)
iPod touch 1st
generation
iPod nano 3rd
generation
(video)
iPod classic
iPod nano 2nd
generation
(aluminum)
iPod 5th
generation
(video)
iPod nano 1st
generation
iPod 4th
generation
(color display)
iPod 4th
generation
iPod mini
Speaker
Front Speaker (SS-EC79) for MHC-EC99i/EC79i
Speaker system: 3-way 3-driver speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker unit
Subwoofer: 130 mm, cone type
Woofer: 130 mm, cone type
Tweeter: 40 mm, horn type
Rated impedance
High frequency: 8 Ω
Low frequency: 8 Ω
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 220 × 350 × 215 mm
Mass: Approx. 3.2 kg
Front Speaker (SS-EC69i) for MHC-EC69i
Speaker system: 2-way 2-driver speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker unit
Woofer: 130 mm, cone type
Tweeter: 40 mm, horn type
Rated impedance: 6 Ω
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 190 × 306 × 185 mm
Mass: Approx. 2.0 kg
Subwoofer (SS-WG99i) for MHC-EC99i only
Speaker system: Subwoofer system, Bass reflex
Speaker unit
Subwoofer: 200 mm, cone type
Rated impedance: 4 Ω
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 280 × 306 × 305 mm
Mass: Approx. 5.3 kg
General
Power requirements:
North American model: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Australian model: AC 230
240 V, 50/60 Hz
UK model: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
MHC-EC99i
250 W
(0.5 W at the Power Saving Mode)
MHC-EC79i
200 W
(0.5 W at the Power Saving Mode)
MHC-EC69i
80 W
(0.5 W at the Power Saving Mode)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers):
MHC-EC99i
Approx. 200 × 311 × 375 mm
MHC-EC79i (Australian and UK models only)
Approx. 200 × 311 × 375 mm
MHC-EC79i (North American model only)
Approx. 200 × 306 × 375 mm
MHC-EC69i
Approx. 200 × 306 × 305 mm
Mass (excl. speakers):
MHC-EC99i
Approx. 6.2 kg
MHC-EC79i (Australian and UK models only)
Approx. 6.0 kg
MHC-EC79i (North American model only)
Approx. 5.7 kg
MHC-EC69i
Approx. 3.8 kg
Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1), R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)
(except for MHC-EC69i), FM lead/AM loop antenna (1), Speaker pads MHC-
EC99i (8) and for SS-WG99i (Subwoofer) (4)/MHC-EC79i (8)/EC69i (8)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed
wiring boards.
Troubleshooting
1
Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are
correctly and firmly connected.
2
Find your problem in the checklist below, and take
the indicated corrective action.
If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
If “PROTECT” appears on the display
Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the
following items after “PROTECT” disappears.
Are the + and
speaker cords short-circuited?
Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the
back of the system?
After you have checked these above items and found
to be all right, reconnect the power cord, and turn on
the system. If the issue persists, contact your nearest
Sony dealer.
General
The system does not turn on.
Is the power cord plugged in?
There is no sound.
Are the + and
speaker cords short-circuited?
Are you using only the supplied speakers?
Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the back
of the system?
Sound comes from one channel, or the left and
right volumes are unbalanced.
Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
Connect only the supplied speakers.
Severe hum or noise.
Move the system away from sources of noise.
Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power
cord.
The remote does not function.
Remove any obstacles between the remote and the
remote sensor
on the unit, and position the unit
away from fluorescent lights.
Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
Move the remote closer to the system.
CD/MP3 player
The sound skips, or the disc will not play.
Wipe the disc clean, and replace it.
Move the system to a location away from vibration (for
example, on top of a stable stand).
Move the speakers away from the system, or place them
on separate stands. At high volume, speaker vibration
may cause the sound to skip.
Play does not start from the first track.
Return to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE
repeatedly until both “PGM” and “SHUF” disappear.
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
The following discs can increase the time it takes to start
playback:
a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
a disc recorded in multisession mode.
a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data
can be added).
a disc that has many folders.
The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED”
appears.
Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility. (MHC-EC99i and MHC-EC79i
(Australian and UK models only))
Tuner
Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be
received. (“TUNED” or “ST” flashes on the
display.)
Connect the antenna properly.
Find a location and an orientation that provide good
reception, and then set up the antenna again.
Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the
power cord to avoid picking up noise.
Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
