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HOME AUDIO Getting Started SYSTEM Disc/USB Playback USB Transfer Operating Instructions Tuner BLUETOOTH Sound Adjustment Other Operations Additional Information MHC-GT3D...
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CAUTION WARNING The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
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EU Directives. countries with separate This product has been manufactured collection systems) by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, This symbol on the product, the 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, battery or on the packaging indicates 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to...
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The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks Emirates owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ...
(ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND...
Table of Contents About this manual....5 USB Transfer Unpacking......... 8 Transferring music ....36 Playable discs/files on Discs/ USB device ........ 8 Tuner Guide to parts and controls ..11 Listening to the radio..... 39 Getting Started BLUETOOTH Installing the system ....15 About the BLUETOOTH Installing the speaker system wireless technology ....
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Other Operations Using the Party Chain function ........46 Singing along: Karaoke ..48 Enjoying the Party Light ..49 Using the timers..... 49 Using optional equipment ..50 Deactivating the buttons on the subwoofer (Child Lock)..50 Setting the automatic standby function.....
Disk Format). countries where it is necessary. The system will attempt to play back any data with the extensions above, The MHC-GT3D consists of: even if it is not in MP3/WMA/AAC/ DVD Receiver (subwoofer unit): JPEG/MPEG4/Xvid format. Playing...
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CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD The system cannot play back some format Xvid files that are longer than Data part of CD-Extra or Mixed CDs* 2 hours. CD Graphics disc * Mixed CD: This format records data on ...
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Files transferred by a device such as a BLUETOOTH devices. computer may not be played back in For customers in Latin America: the order in which they were <http://esupport.sony.com/LA> transferred. For customers in Europe and Russia: The playback order may not be <http://www.sony.eu/support>...
Guide to parts and controls DVD Receiver (subwoofer unit) Party Light (page 49) Do not look directly at the light- emitting part when the Party Light is turned on. * The button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
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Speaker System (on/standby) MULTI CONTROL Turns on the system, or sets it to Selects a FUNCTION, SOUND FIELD standby mode. or LIGHT MODE. PARTY LIGHT (page 49) PARTY CHAIN (page 47, 48, 57) (play) ...
Remote control +/– (select folder) Selects a folder on a data disc or a USB device. S1, S2 (page 46) / (go backward/go forward) (page 24, 25, 26, 28, 41) TUNING+/– (page 39) S3, S4 (page 46) FOOTBALL (page 45) Press this button repeatedly to select “ON NARRATION”...
PARTY LIGHT (page 49) MEGA BASS (page 44) LIGHT MODE (page 49) FUNCTION +/– Selects a function. PLAY MODE (page 29, 30, 36) SEARCH (page 26, 27, 30) REPEAT/FM MODE (page 30, 39) SHIFT SOUND FIELD buttons (page 44, Hold down to activate the buttons printed in pink.
Installing the speaker system on a Getting Started tripod (page 18) Installing the system The illustrations below are examples of Tripod (not how to install the system. supplied) Installing the speaker system in a TV rack Notes Take following precautions when installing the speaker system and the subwoofer.
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Sony is not responsible for accidents or 2 screws. damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength, improper screw installation or natural calamity, etc.
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To detach the speaker system Installing the speaker from the subwoofer system on the subwoofer Gently tip the speaker system to the rear, and then lift it up. Place the speaker system on top of the subwoofer, then gently push it downward until the stoppers click into place.
Do not rotate or lift the speaker system Installing the speaker when it is installed on the tripod. Do not walk over the tripod legs to system on a tripod avoid from tripping. Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) and all cables, and detach the Match the hole on the speaker system speaker system from the tripod when...
Speakers FM ANTENNA Connect the speaker cords of speaker Find a location and an orientation that system. provide good reception when you set up the antenna. Notes Keep the antenna away from the speaker cords, the AC power cord Be sure to use only the supplied speaker.
To operate the subwoofer using the remote control Point the remote control at the subwoofer’s remote control sensor. Preparing for TV sound You can listen to the TV sound through this system by connecting the subwoofer and the TV as shown below, using the optical digital cable (supplied). Digital Out (Optical) jack Optical digital cable...
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Select the PCM output mode. Note The information provided above is based on a Sony TV. In case of another TV or external equipment, check the setting of similar items. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV or external equipment.
Carrying the subwoofer Performing QUICK setup or the speaker system Before using the system, you can make the minimum basic adjustments in Before carrying the subwoofer or the QUICK setup. speaker system, disconnect all cables. When carrying the subwoofer, grasp Turn on your TV and select the the handle firmly to prevent it from video input.
Note Setting the clock The guide message appears when you turn on the system for the first time or You cannot set the clock in Power after performing “RESET” (page 57). Saving Mode. Press to turn on the system. Changing the color Hold down SHIFT, then press system...
only) Disc/USB Playback Press MEDIA MODE repeatedly to select the media ([MUSIC]/ Basic playback [VIDEO]/[PHOTO]) you want. Press to start playback. Press Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to Stop playback select “DVD/CD” or “USB”. Pause playback You can also use the buttons on the ...
Press SEARCH to display the Folder Press repeatedly to List. select the file you want, then press . Other playback operations Press repeatedly to select the Depending on the type of disc or file, folder you want. the function may not work. Press to display the File List.
To search using the time code Press Rotate the image while viewing a by 90 degrees picture. Press CLEAR to return to the original Press SEARCH repeatedly during view. playback to select the time search mode. Searching a specific track Hold down SHIFT, then press the numeric buttons to enter the time code, then press...
Changing the language/ Playing a VIDEO CD with sound PBC functions Press AUDIO repeatedly during You can use the PBC (Playback Control) menu to enjoy the VIDEO CD’s playback to select the audio format interactive software. or mode you want. Press ...
Multi-disc resume play Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) This system can store playback resume points for up to 6 discs and resumes When playback is stopped, press playback when you insert the same PLAY MODE repeatedly. disc again. If you store a playback ...
Press repeatedly to select the Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to track or file you want to delete, then select “DVD/CD” or “USB”. press only) The program step number disappears. Press MEDIA MODE repeatedly to select [MUSIC]. To delete the last step from the When playback is stopped, press Program List PLAY MODE repeatedly to select...
[CHAPTER]: repeats the current Press repeatedly to select chapter (DVD VIDEO only). [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press [TRACK]: repeats the current track. [FILE]: repeats the current video file. Enter or re-enter your 4-digit To cancel Repeat Play password using the numeric Press REPEAT repeatedly to select buttons, then press [OFF].
If you forget your password Date information is displayed when the Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format) is Remove the disc and repeat steps 1 to recorded in the JPEG file. Exif is a digital 3 of “Restricting playback of the disc” camera image format defined by the (page 31).
[AUDIO] Using the Setup Menu Switches the language of the sound You can make various adjustments to track. items such as picture and sound. When you select [ORIGINAL], the Displayed items vary depending on the language given priority in the disc is country or region.
[4:3 PAN SCAN]: Selects this when you [PHOTO EFFECT] connect a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function. This setting displays a (JPEG files only) full-height picture on the entire screen, [MODE 1]: The image sweeps in from with trimmed sides. top to bottom.
[TRACK SELECTION] Setting the system – [SYSTEM SETUP] [OFF]: Off. [AUTO]: Gives priority to the sound [SCREEN SAVER] track which contains the highest Prevents damage on the TV. Press any number of channels when you play button to cancel the screen saver. back a DVD VIDEO on which multiple [ON]: Turns on the screen saver audio formats (PCM, MPEG, or Dolby...
256 KBPS: encoded MP3 tracks USB Transfer have bigger file size but higher audio quality. To exit OPTIONS menu, press Transferring music OPTIONS. You can transfer music from a sound Transferring music from a source to a USB device connected to (USB) port.
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Notes Notes If you start transferring in [FOLDER When a new MP3 file is created, transfer (SHUFFLE)], the selected play mode is disabled for the time being. changes to [FOLDER] automatically. If you press REC TO USB again after a few ...
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These numbers may vary depending Press repeatedly to select on the file or folder configuration. the audio file you want to erase, When transferring onto a USB device, a then press “MUSIC” folder is created directly Select [ALL TRACKS] to select all below “ROOT”.
Presetting radio stations Tuner You can store up to 20 FM stations as Listening to the radio your favorite stations. Tune to the station you want. Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to select the tuner function. Press DVD/TUNER MENU. You can also use the buttons on the Press repeatedly to select subwoofer.
For details, refer to the operating Compatible BLUETOOTH devices instructions of your BLUETOOTH For details, see “Websites for device. compatible devices” (page 10). Select “MHC-GT3D” on the About the BLUETOOTH device’s display. Perform this step within 5 minutes, indicator otherwise pairing will be canceled.
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Press to start playback. Notes You can pair up to 9 BLUETOOTH Depending on the BLUETOOTH devices. If the 10th BLUETOOTH device is device, paired, the oldest paired device will be you may have to press twice. deleted.
If your NFC-compatible smartphone is Hold down ENTER and – for having an older OS version than about 3 seconds. Android 4.1.x, download and start the “BT HIST CLEAR” appears in the “NFC Easy Connect” application. “NFC display panel and all the pairing Easy Connect”...
Press repeatedly to select Setting the BLUETOOTH the setting. audio codecs ON: The system turns on automatically when you establish You can receive data in AAC or SBC a BLUETOOTH connection from a codec format from a BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH device. device.
Using “SongPal” via Sound Adjustment BLUETOOTH Adjusting the sound About App Do this A dedicated App for this model is Reinforce the Press MEGA BASS on the available on both Google Play and App bass and create a subwoofer. Store. Search for “SongPal” or scan the more powerful QR code below then download the free sound...
If you hear unnatural sound in the To adjust the subwoofer content when “OFF NARRATION” is selected, “ON NARRATION” is level recommended. This feature does not support monaural sound. Press OPTIONS. You can only select the Virtual Football mode during AUDIO IN and OPTICAL Press repeatedly to select...
Press the following button to Other Operations select the effect type. FLANGER: Creates a deep flanging Using the Party Chain effect that is similar to the roar of a jet plane. function ISOLATOR: Isolates a specific frequency band by adjusting the You can connect multiple audio other frequency bands.
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The last system must be connected Enjoying the Party Chain to the first system. Any system can become a Party Host. Use the buttons on the subwoofer to You can select a new Party Host perform this operation. when Party Chain function is activated.
To select a new Party Host Notes Repeat step 3 of “Enjoying the Party Karaoke Mode is turned on when the Chain” on the system which you want it microphone is connected during to be a new Party Host. DVD/CD or USB function.
Press SCORE before singing a song in Karaoke Mode. To check the remaining time before the system turns off, press SLEEP. After singing for more than a minute, press SCORE again to Play Timer/Recording view your score. Timer To select the rating of the Score Make sure you have set the clock Mode (page 24).
For Recording Timer: Start playing the connected Connect a transferable USB device equipment. to the (USB) port. Press + repeatedly to adjust Press to turn off the system. the volume. To check the timer setting or Note activate the timer again The system may enter standby mode automatically if the volume level of the Hold down SHIFT, then press TIMER...
AC power cord (mains lead) again and Updating the software turn on the system. If the issue persists, consult your nearest Sony The software of this system may be dealer. updated in the future. You can update the software from the websites below.
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The clock or timer setting is canceled. You can hear a noise from cooling The AC power cord (mains lead) is fans when the system is in standby disconnected or a power failure mode or playback at low volume. occurred.
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Depending on the disc, you may not panel. be able to do some of the operations Consult your nearest Sony dealer or above. Refer to the operating local authorized Sony service facility. instructions supplied with the disc. The disc tray does not close.
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Make sure there is no problem with reconnect the USB device, then turn the USB device. If this display pattern on the system and check if “USB” persists, contact your nearest Sony appears in the display panel. dealer. There is noise, skipping, or distorted Erroneous display.
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Picture The character codes that can be displayed by this system are as follows: There is no picture. Upper cases (A to Z) Check that the system is connected Numbers (0 to 9) securely. Symbols (< > * +, [ ] \ _) ...
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The language for the sound track The BLUETOOTH device cannot detect the system, or “BT OFF” cannot be changed. appears in the display panel. Multilingual tracks are not recorded Set the BLUETOOTH signal to “BT ON” on the DVD VIDEO being played back. (page 43).
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Turn down the volume of the All user-configured settings, such as connected BLUETOOTH device. preset radio stations, timer, and the clock are reset to factory default The sound from “Voice Playback” in setting. “Fiestable” application does not output. Returning the SETUP settings to ...
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You cannot transfer onto the USB diagnosis function. device because the number of folder Contact your nearest has reached its maximum. Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service FULL facility and give the You tried to program more than 25 5-character service steps.
NOT USE Remove the disc. You tried to perform a specific Press to open and close the disc operation under conditions where that tray. operation is prohibited. Wait until “NO DISC” appears in the display panel. OVER CURRENT Unplug the AC power cord (mains An over current from the (USB) port lead).
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BLUETOOTH The effective communication range may technology. become shorter under the following Sony cannot be held liable in any way for conditions. damages or other loss resulting from When a person, metal object, wall or information leaks during...
BLUETOOTH devices connected with this MIC 1, MIC 2 system must comply with the Sensitivity 1 mV, impedance BLUETOOTH specification prescribed by 10 kilohms the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must be (USB) port: Type A certified to comply. However, even Outputs when a device complies with the BLUETOOTH specification, there may be...
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Disc player section The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between System devices, magnetic fields around a Compact disc and digital audio and microwave oven, static electricity, video system reception sensitivity, antenna’s Laser Diode Properties performance, operating system, Emission Duration: Continuous software application, etc.
Language code list The language spellings conform to the ISO 639:1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1186 Scots Gaelic 1350 Malayalam 1513 Siswati 1028 Abkhazian 1194 Galician 1352 Mongolian 1514 Sesotho 1032 Afrikaans 1196 Guarani 1353...
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Parental Control area code list Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Area 2044 Argentina 2165 Finland 2362 Mexico 2149 Spain 2047 Australia 2174 France 2376 Netherlands 2499 Sweden 2046 Austria 2109 Germany 2390 New Zealand 2086 Switzerland 2057 Belgium 2248 India 2379...