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Home Audio System
MHC-V42D
The following explains how to use this system. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
This Help Guide mainly explains operations using the remote control, but the same operations can also be performed
using the controls on the system having the same or similar names.
Getting Started
Parts and controls
Playable discs or files on discs/USB device
Power source
Connecting the system to an AC outlet
Inserting batteries to the remote control
Turning the power off (Standby mode)
Using the BLUETOOTH standby function
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The following explains how to use this system. Select a topic from the navigation pane. This Help Guide mainly explains operations using the remote control, but the same operations can also be performed using the controls on the system having the same or similar names.
  • Page 2 Hooking up TV Quick Setup Performing Quick Setup Lighting function Enjoying music with the illumination (Party Light/Speaker Light) Demo mode Deactivating the demonstration mode Using Lock function Deactivating the controls on the system（Child Lock） Restricting playback of the disc (Parental Control) Making connections Hooking up TV Using the Control for HDMI function...
  • Page 3 Using GESTURE CONTROL to control the key of your voice or music source (GESTURE 2) Using dedicated apps Using “Sony | Music Center” What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” Installing “Sony | Music Center” Using Fiestable What you can do with “Fiestable”...

  • Page 4: Troubleshooting

    Installing “Fiestable” Achieving and sharing a Party People ranking and getting bonus features (Party King) Using Voice Control via “Fiestable” Creating party lighting atmosphere via “Fiestable” Singing along: Karaoke Singing karaoke Various functions for karaoke Various functions Using the Voice Guidance Listening to built-in sound demonstration Enjoying sound from a guitar Transferring music from a disc...
  • Page 5 There is severe hum or noise. The remote control does not function. The color irregularity on a TV screen persists. [CHILD LOCK] appears when you use any control on the system. A clicking sound is heard when the system is turned on. Disc/USB Playback The disc tray does not open and [LOCKED] appears on the display.
  • Page 6 Pairing cannot be performed. The BLUETOOTH device cannot detect the system, or [BT OFF] appears on the display. Connection is not possible. iPhone/iPod cannot be connected with the system. The sound skips or fluctuates, or the connection is lost. The sound of your BLUETOOTH device cannot be heard on this system. There is severe hum, noise, or distorted sound.
  • Page 7 The sound loses stereo effect during playback. Reset System does not operate properly. Returning the setup menu settings to the default 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 8: Main Unit

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Main unit Front Top panel Disc tray Tweeter Midrange speaker Subwoofer (The speaker light function equipped Remote control sensor ( Do not look directly at the light-emitting part when the illumination is turned on.

  • Page 9: Top Panel

    AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN IN (TV) L/R jacks AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN OUT L/R jacks HDMI OUT (TV) ARC jack AC IN jack Top panel You can deactivate the controls (except (power)) on the system to prevent misoperation by children.
  • Page 10 SAMPLER button KARAOKE button (play) and VOLUME + have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system. Related Topic About the indicators Deactivating the controls on the system（Child Lock） 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Remote control (power) button PLAY MODE button REPEAT button *1 *2 Numeric (0 – 9) buttons MEGA BASS button REC TO USB button MEDIA MODE button SUBTITLE button AUDIO button ANGLE button SCORE button VOICE CHANGER button MIC LEVEL +/–...
  • Page 12 This button is printed in pink. To use this button, hold down SHIFT (9) and press this button. The numeric button 5/AUDIO, (volume) + and (play) have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Playable Discs

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Playable discs or files on discs/USB device The system supports the following formats of files and discs. Playable discs DVD VIDEO DVD-R/-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode DVD+R/+RW in DVD VIDEO format VIDEO CD (Ver.

  • Page 14: Notes On Discs

    A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., heart, square, star) A disc that has adhesive tape, paper, or a sticker attached to it Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords. Notes on CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW In some cases, a CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW cannot be played back on this system due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software.
  • Page 15 With some connected USB devices, there may be a delay before an operation is performed by this system. The playback order for the system may differ from the playback order of the connected USB device. Before using a USB device, make sure that no virus-ridden files are on the USB device. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 16 Firmly insert the end of the AC power cord (mains lead) (supplied) to the AC IN jack on the rear of the system, and then to an AC outlet ( The system is turned on in the demonstration mode and Speaker Lights start flashing automatically. Related Topic Turning the power on Deactivating the demonstration mode 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries. If you do not use the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 18: Turning The Power On

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Turning the power on Press (power). Related Topic Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting the system to an AC outlet 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 19 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Turning the power off (Standby mode) Press (power). [Standby] flashes on the display. Related Topic Auto Standby function Using the BLUETOOTH standby function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 (enter). [ON]: The system turns on automatically even when the system is in standby mode. [OFF]: Off. To exit the options menu Press OPTIONS. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: Auto Standby Function

    [AutoSTBY], then press (enter). Press repeatedly to select [ON] or [OFF], then press (enter). To exit the options menu Press OPTIONS. Hint [AutoSTBY] flashes on the display about 2 minutes before the system enters standby mode. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 22 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Hooking up TV Before connecting cables, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). : High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet (not supplied) : Audio cable (not supplied) Select the connection methods according to the jacks on your TV.
  • Page 23 When the audio signals input to the HDMI OUT (TV) ARC jack of the system are other than 2-channel Linear PCM signals, the messages [CODE 01] and [SGNL ERR] appear on the display of the system. (See About messages.) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 24: Performing Quick Setup

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Performing Quick Setup Before using the system, you can make the minimum basic adjustments in the quick setup. Connect the system to your TV. (See Hooking up TV.) Turn on your TV and select the input according to the connection.
  • Page 25 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Enjoying music with the illumination (Party Light/Speaker Light) The system lights up with the music to liven up the atmosphere. At the time of purchase, this setting is set to on. Press PARTY LIGHT repeatedly during playback to select [LED ON].
  • Page 27 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 While the system is turned off, press DISPLAY repeatedly until the demonstration is turned off (Power Saving Mode). The display and the illumination are turned off to conserve power. To activate the demonstration mode Press DISPLAY. Hint To turn off the illumination during demonstration, press PARTY LIGHT. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 29 (stop) on the system for more than 3 seconds until [CHILD LOCK OFF] appears on the display. Note The Child Lock function will be turned off automatically when you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). The Child Lock function cannot be activated when the disc tray is open. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 30 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Restricting playback of the disc (Parental Control) You can restrict playback of DVD VIDEOs according to a predetermined level. Scenes may be skipped or replaced with different scenes. When playback is stopped, hold down SHIFT and press SETUP.
  • Page 31 You need to enter your new password again. Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Hooking up TV Before connecting cables, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). : High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet (not supplied) : Audio cable (not supplied) Select the connection methods according to the jacks on your TV.
  • Page 33 When the audio signals input to the HDMI OUT (TV) ARC jack of the system are other than 2-channel Linear PCM signals, the messages [CODE 01] and [SGNL ERR] appear on the display of the system. (See About messages.) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34 Enable the Control for HDMI function settings for the TV connected to the system. If you enable the Control for HDMI (“BRAVIA” Sync) function when using a TV manufactured by Sony, the Control for HDMI function of the system is also enabled automatically. When settings are completed, [COMPLETE] appears on the display.
  • Page 35 Some operations may not be available with some TVs. Language Follow function When you change the language for the on-screen display of the TV, the system’s on-screen display language is also changed. Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 37: Compatible Usb Devices

    You can use a USB adaptor (not supplied) to connect the USB device to the system if the USB device cannot be plugged into the (USB) port. Related Topic Listening to music of a USB device 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 PAIRING for more than 3 seconds until [PAIRING] appears on the display. Perform the pairing procedure on the BLUETOOTH device to detect the system. When a list of detected devices appears on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, select [MHC-V42D]. If a passkey is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter [0000].
  • Page 39 The system can be paired with multiple devices, but can only play music from one paired device at a time. Related Topic Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 Hint If pairing and the BLUETOOTH connection fail, do the following: Remove the case from the BLUETOOTH device if using a commercially available case. Touch the BLUETOOTH device to the N-Mark on the system again. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 41 Adjust the volume on the system first. If the volume level is still too low, adjust the volume level of the connected device. Hint The system may enter standby mode automatically if the volume level of the connected external audio device is too low. Adjust the volume level of the device. Related Topic Auto Standby function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Playing A Disc

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Playing a disc You can play a disc on the system by following these steps. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select [DVD/CD]. Press (open/close) on the system to open the disc tray and load a disc with the label facing up on the disc tray.
  • Page 43 Press (enter) to display the file list on the TV screen. To return to folder list, press RETURN. Press repeatedly to select the file you want, then press (enter). Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Various operations for disc playback Depending on the disc or file, the function may not work. Searching a specific track (for CD) Hold down SHIFT and press the numeric buttons to select the track you want, then press (enter).
  • Page 45 is recorded in multiple audio formats. VIDEO CD/AUDIO CD/audio file You can change the sound output. [STEREO]: The stereo sound. [1/L]/[2/R]: The monaural sound of the left or right channel. SUPER VIDEO CD [1:STEREO]: The stereo sound of audio track 1. [1:1/L]/[1:2/R]: The monaural sound of the left or right channel of audio track 1.
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  • Page 47: Using Play Mode

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Using play mode Depending on the disc or file, the function may not work. Playing in sequential order or random order (Normal Play/Shuffle Play) (for CD/DATA CD/DATA DVD/USB) When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly.
  • Page 48 Repeat Play is canceled when you: open the disc tray. turn off the system (DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only). change the function (DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only). perform Synchronized Transfer. change the MEDIA MODE setting. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 49: Viewing Information Of A Disc And Usb Device

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Viewing information of a disc and USB device You can view the following information of a disc and USB device on TV screen and the display. Hold down SHIFT and press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback.
  • Page 50 Playing time of audio files may not be displayed correctly. The elapsed playing time for an audio file encoded using a VBR (variable bit rate) is not displayed correctly. Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 51: Listening To Music Of A Usb Device

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Listening to music of a USB device The system supports the following audio file formats. MP3: file extension [.mp3] WMA: file extension [.wma] AAC: file extension [.m4a/.mp4/.3gp] WAV: file extension [.wav] Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select [USB].
  • Page 52 You can use a USB adaptor (not supplied) to connect the USB device to the system if the USB device cannot be plugged into the (USB) port. Related Topic Viewing information of a disc and USB device 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 Noise or sound interruption may occur depending on the BLUETOOTH device connected with the system, the communication environment or the usage environment. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54 To exit the options menu, press OPTIONS. Hint LDAC is an audio coding technology developed by Sony that enables the transmission of High-Resolution (Hi-Res) Audio content, even over a BLUETOOTH connection. Unlike other BLUETOOTH compatible coding technologies such as SBC, it...
  • Page 55 PAIRING on the system. [BT AUDIO] appears on the display. Note Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH connection may be terminated automatically when you stop playback. Related Topic Turning the power on Auto Standby function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 56 Depending on the BLUETOOTH devices, you may not be able to make three BLUETOOTH connections at the same time. You cannot establish a multi-device connection when using the Wireless Party Chain function or Speaker Add function. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 57 You cannot perform the following operations when BLUETOOTH signal is set to off: Pair and/or connect with BLUETOOTH device. Use “Sony | Music Center.” Change the BLUETOOTH audio codecs. If you touch the N-Mark on the system with an NFC-compatible BLUETOOTH device or set the BLUETOOTH standby mode to on, the BLUETOOTH signal will be set to on automatically.
  • Page 58 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Connecting multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) You can connect multiple audio systems in a chain to create a more exciting party environment and produce higher sound output. One activated system in the chain serves as the “Party Host” and shares music.
  • Page 59 You must select the first system as the Party Host so that all the systems are playing the same music when the Wired Party Chain function is activated. Related Topic Enjoying music playback with multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 60 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Enjoying music playback with multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) You can enjoy music using the wired multiple audio systems. Turn on all the systems. Adjust the volume on each system. Activate the Wired Party Chain function on the system to be used as the Party Host.
  • Page 61 For details of operations on other systems, refer to the operating instructions for the systems. Related Topic Connecting multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 (enter). [STEREO]: Outputs the stereo sound. [RIGHT CH]: Outputs the monaural sound of the right channel. [LEFT CH]: Outputs the monaural sound of the left channel. To exit the options menu, press OPTIONS. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 Set up the first system as the Party Host. The following operation is an example of setting MHC-V42D as the first system. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device you are using to set up other devices compatible with the Wireless Party Chain function.
  • Page 64 When the first system is turned off, all the other connected systems also turn off. Hint You can also operate the Wireless Party Chain function on “Sony | Music Center.” What you can do with the Wireless Party Chain function depends on the systems you connect.
  • Page 65 When you use the microphone or play a guitar on the Party Host, the sound is not output from the Party Guests. Sleep Timer and the Auto Standby function do not work on the Party Guests. Related Topic Terminating the Wireless Party Chain function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 To terminate only one system Press W. PARTY CHAIN on the Party Guest you want to leave. Note When you switch to a different function or turn off the Party Host, the Wireless Party Chain function is also deactivated. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 Note To use this function, make sure “Sony | Music Center” app has been installed to your BLUETOOTH device. Be sure that the BLUETOOTH device has paired with both Host system and Guest system. For details on the pairing operation, see the following topics.
  • Page 68 When Host system is turned off, Guest system also turns off. To deactivate the Speaker Add function Use “Sony | Music Center” and follow the on-screen instructions. Hint If you do not deactivate the function, the system will try to re-establish the most recent connection the next time you turn on the system.
  • Page 69 Adjust the volume on the system first. If the volume level is still too low, adjust the volume level of the connected device. Hint The system may enter standby mode automatically if the volume level of the connected external audio device is too low. Adjust the volume level of the device. Related Topic Auto Standby function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70 The MEGA BASS indicator lights up. To turn off the MEGA BASS mode Press MEGA BASS repeatedly to select [BASS OFF]. Hint You can also use “Sony | Music Center” to turn on/off the MEGA BASS mode. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 71: Selecting A Sound Field

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Selecting a sound field You can adjust the sound by selecting a sound field. Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select the sound field you want. To cancel the sound field Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select [FLAT].
  • Page 72 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 If you activate the DJ Effect during transferring, the sound effect will not be transferred onto the USB device. Related Topic Using GESTURE CONTROL to operate playback, DJ Effect, sampler, and karaoke (GESTURE 1) Using GESTURE CONTROL to control the key of your voice or music source (GESTURE 2) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Using GESTURE CONTROL to operate playback, DJ Effect, sampler, and karaoke (GESTURE 1) When the system is in GESTURE 1 mode, you can select from the following modes. PLAYBACK mode DJ mode SAMPLER mode...
  • Page 75 Increase the key of a song ( Increase the microphone volume Reduce the microphone volume Output hand clapping sound Output booing sound Related Topic Using GESTURE CONTROL to control the key of your voice or music source (GESTURE 2) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 Raise or lower your hand on the sensor Reduce the key of the voice ( ) Increase the key of the voice ( Related Topic Using GESTURE CONTROL to operate playback, DJ Effect, sampler, and karaoke (GESTURE 1) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77 MHC-V42D What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” “Sony | Music Center” is an app for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with “Sony | Music Center” using your smartphone/iPhone. For details about “Sony | Music Center,” refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/...
  • Page 78 MHC-V42D Installing “Sony | Music Center” Install “Sony | Music Center” on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. from the App Store or on Google Play. Download “Sony | Music Center” on Google Play or the App Store and install it. When the installation is complete, start “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 79 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D What you can do with “Fiestable” “Fiestable” is an app for operating Sony audio devices compatible with “Fiestable” from smartphones, iPhone, etc. Operations that can be performed on the system with “Fiestable” DJ Control You can add more DJ effects and sampler sound to the source played back on the system.
  • Page 80 Install “Fiestable” on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. on Google Play or the App Store. Download “Fiestable” on Google Play or the App Store and install it. When the installation is completed, start “Fiestable” from the “Sony | Music Center” screen. Related Topic Installing “Sony | Music Center”...
  • Page 81 The system will also award your achievements with bonus features. Note To use this feature, make sure “Sony | Music Center” and “Fiestable” apps have been installed on your device. Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your device.
  • Page 82 Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your smartphone/iPhone. Make sure your smartphone/iPhone is connected to the Internet. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon. Touch [Voice Control via Fiestable]. The preset voice commands appear on the app screen.
  • Page 83 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 Make sure to turn on the location service on your smartphone/iPhone. Launch “Fiestable” and touch “Party Light via Fiestable.” All smartphone/iPhone screen illumination and flash light flashes synchronously. Related Topic Enjoying music with the illumination (Party Light/Speaker Light) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 If the sound through the microphone is extremely loud, it may be distorted. Press MIC LEVEL - repeatedly to reduce the microphone volume. Related Topic Various functions for karaoke 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Various functions for karaoke You can use various functions for karaoke. Vocal Fader You can reduce the sound of the vocal in stereo source. To activate the Vocal Fader function Press VOCAL FADER repeatedly to select [ON V ˎFADER].
  • Page 87 Related Topic Singing karaoke 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 The Voice Guidance volume level changes according to the system’s volume level. However, in some cases, the Voice Guidance volume level may not change. In some cases, there may be a delay in Voice Guidance output or the Voice Guidance may not work. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Home Audio System MHC-V42D Listening to built-in sound demonstration Hold down (play) on the system for more than 2 seconds. The built-in sound demonstration is played back. To stop the demonstration Press (stop) on the system. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 Howling may occur when using electro-acoustic guitar with [O ˎDRIVE] effect. Press MIC LEVEL - repeatedly to reduce the guitar volume. Otherwise, change to the other guitar effect. Before disconnecting the guitar from the system, press MIC LEVEL - repeatedly to reduce the guitar volume. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 91: Transferring Music From A Disc

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Transferring music from a disc You can transfer music from a disc (AUDIO CD or MP3 disc only) to a USB device connected to the (USB) port on the system. The audio format of files transferred by this system is MP3.
  • Page 92 Note If you start transferring in Shuffle Play or Repeat Play, the selected play mode changes to Normal Play automatically. REC1 Transfer: Transfer a single track or MP3 file during playback. Select the track or MP3 file you want to transfer, then start playback. Press REC TO USB.
  • Page 93 When transferring a track from an AUDIO CD Folder name: [REC1-CD] File name: [TRACK001] When transferring an MP3 file from a disc Folder name: [REC1-MP3] File name: Same as the source Folder and file numbers are assigned serially thereafter. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 You cannot erase audio files or folders when Shuffle Play has been selected. Set the play mode to Normal Play before erasing. Erase operation is prohibited when the disc tray is opened. Do not remove the USB device during erase operations. Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 96: 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. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Settings menu You can adjust various settings from the setup menu. To enter the setup menu, hold down SHIFT and press SETUP when playback is stopped in the DVD/CD or USB function. The setup menu appears on the TV screen. Please use (enter) to navigate the setup menu.
  • Page 98 Selects this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV that does not have a wide- mode function. Displays a full-height picture on the entire screen, with trimmed sides. [4:3 PAN SCAN] Selects this when you connect a TV with a wide-mode function. Displays a [FULL] 4:3 screen picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a wide-screen TV.
  • Page 99 [TRACK [OFF] No priority given. SELECTION] Gives priority to the sound track which contains the highest number of channels when [AUTO] you play back a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, MPEG audio, or Dolby Digital) are recorded. [A/V SYNC] [OFF] Does not adjust.
  • Page 100 The system turns off automatically when you turn [ON] off the TV regardless of the function. The system does not turn off [OFF] when you turn off the TV. For Latin American models only. For other models. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 101 The GUITAR mode is turned off. Related Topic Connecting multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) Enjoying music playback with multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) Enjoying wireless playback using multiple audio systems (Wireless Party Chain function) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 The software of this system may be updated in the future. You can update your system's preinstalled software from the support website. Follow the online instructions to update the software. Related Topic Customer support websites 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 103: Language Code List

    Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Parental Control area code list/Language code list Parental Control area code list Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Area 2044 Argentina 2115 Denmark 2304 Korea 2436 Portugal 2047 Australia 2165 Finland 2363 Malaysia...
  • Page 104 1327 Laothian 1506 Slovenian 1166 Fiji 1332 Lithuanian 1507 Samoan 1171 Faroese 1334 Latvian; Lettish 1508 Shona 1174 French 1345 Malagasy 1509 Somali 1181 Frisian 1347 Maori 1511 Albanian 1183 Irish 1349 Macedonian 1512 Serbian 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 105 Customer support websites You can access the following customer support websites to get support information about your system. For customers in the Americas: https://www.sony.com/am/support For customers in Europe: https://www.sony.eu/support For customers in other countries/regions: https://www.sony-asia.com/support 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 System does not operate properly..) Look up information on the issue on the customer support website. Access the support websites to get support information about your system. Related Topic Customer support websites System does not operate properly. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107 Turn off the system, then turn it back on again. Then re-insert the disc correctly. To prevent a malfunction, the system has performed the self-diagnosis function. E XX Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give (XX is a number) the 5-character service number.
  • Page 108 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D About messages One of the following messages may appear or flash on the display during operation. Message Cause A disc that cannot be played back was inserted. CANNOT PLAY A DVD VIDEO with unsupported region code was loaded.
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  • Page 110 The power does not turn on. Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected to the AC IN jack on the rear of the system. Related Topic Connecting the system to an AC outlet Turning the power on 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 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. Related Topic Auto Standby function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 Turn off the system, unplug the AC power cord (mains lead), then plug in the AC power cord (mains lead) again and turn on the system. Related Topic Connecting the system to an AC outlet Turning the power on 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 The noise generated by the cooling fans of the system may be heard when the system is turned on. This is not a malfunction. Move the system away from the neon signs or fluorescent light. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114 Move the remote control closer to the system. Point the remote control at the system's sensor. Replace the batteries (R03/size AAA). Move the system away from the fluorescent light. Related Topic Inserting batteries to the remote control 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 The color irregularity on a TV screen persists. Turn off the TV, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If the color irregularity still persists, place the system farther away from the TV. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 116 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D [CHILD LOCK] appears when you use any control on the system. Set the Child Lock function to off. Related Topic Deactivating the controls on the system（Child Lock） 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 MHC-V42D A clicking sound is heard when the system is turned on. This is the operating sound and it occurs when the system is turned on or off, for example. This is not a malfunction. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The disc tray does not open and [LOCKED] appears on the display. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The disc tray does not close. Load the disc correctly. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 120 The disc does not eject. You cannot eject the disc during Synchronized Transfer or REC1 Transfer. Press (stop) to cancel the transfer, then press (open/close) on the system to eject the disc. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 Turn off the system and reconnect the USB device, then turn on the system. Check the information on the website about compatible USB devices. Related Topic Turning the power on Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting with a USB device 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The sound skips during disc playback. Wipe the disc clean. Reload the disc. Move the system to a place with no vibration. Replace the disc with the one without defects. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 123 MHC-V42D Playback does not start from the first track/file. Set the play mode to Normal Play. (CD only) Resume Play has been selected on the disc. Press (stop) twice. Then, press (play) to start playback. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 You cannot perform some functions such as Stop, Lock Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, or Shuffle Play. Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations above. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 This system supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB devices may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB device or contact the manufacturer. If you use a partitioned USB device, only files on the first partition can be played back. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 126 The character codes that can be displayed by this system are as follows: Upper cases (A to Z) Numbers (0 to 9) Symbols (< > * +, [ ] ¥ _) Other characters appear as [_]. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 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. Related Topic Turning the power on Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting with a USB device Listening to music of a USB device 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128 The bit rate used in encoding an audio file was low. Send an audio file with higher bit rate to the USB device. Related Topic Turning the power on Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting with a USB device 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 The reading process can take a long time in the following cases. There are many folders or files on the USB device. The file structure is extremely complex. The memory capacity is excessive. The internal memory is fragmented. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 130 Home Audio System MHC-V42D [NO FILE] appears on the display. The system has entered the software update mode, and all controls (except (power)) are deactivated. Press (power) on the system to cancel the software update. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 131 (USB) port. Turn off the system and remove the USB device from the port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Related Topic Turning the power off (Standby mode)
  • Page 132 The USB device is not working properly. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device on how to deal with this problem. Related Topic Turning the power on Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting with a USB device 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133 (Except for Latin American, European, and Russian models) Make sure you set the color system correctly, according to your TV’s color system. Related Topic Hooking up TV Using the Control for HDMI function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 134 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Picture noise appears. Wipe the disc clean. (Except for Latin American,European, and Russian models) Set the color system to match your TV. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 135 The aspect ratio of the TV screen cannot be changed. The aspect ratio is fixed on your DVD VIDEO and video file. Depending on the TV, you may not be able to change the aspect ratio. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 136 The language for sound track, subtitles, or camera angles cannot be changed. Multilingual tracks, multilingual subtitles, or multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD VIDEO being played back. The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing the setting. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 137 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The subtitles cannot be turned off. The DVD VIDEO prohibits turning off subtitles. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 138 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. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 139 The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during the erase operation. Delete the partially-erased file. If this does not fix the problem, the USB device may be broken. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device on how to deal with this problem. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 140 Pairing may not be possible if other BLUETOOTH devices are present around the system. In this case, turn off the other BLUETOOTH devices. Make sure to enter the correct passkey when selecting the system’s name (this system) on the BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 141 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The BLUETOOTH device cannot detect the system, or [BT OFF] appears on the display. Set the BLUETOOTH signal to [BT ON]. Related Topic Turning on or off the BLUETOOTH signal 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 142 Enable the BLUETOOTH function of the BLUETOOTH device. Establish a connection from the BLUETOOTH device. The pairing registration information has been erased. Perform the pairing operation again. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D iPhone/iPod cannot be connected with the system. The system is compatible with iOS 10.0 or later. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 144 If there is equipment that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave oven nearby, move them away. Select the appropriate audio codec option. Related Topic Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 145 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The sound of your BLUETOOTH device cannot be heard on this system. Increase the volume on your BLUETOOTH device first, then adjust the volume using (volume) +/-. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 146 If there are obstacles between the system and your BLUETOOTH device, remove or avoid the obstacles. If there is equipment that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave oven nearby, move them away. Turn down the volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 147 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D Voice Control does not work properly. Speak closer to your smartphone/iPhone microphone. Speak clearly at a slower speed. Reduce the surrounding noise. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 148 Check the speaker settings of the TV. The system power syncs with the speaker settings of the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. If the sound was output from the TV’s speakers the previous time, the system does not turn on even when the TV is turned on. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 149 The system turns off when the TV is turned off. The [STANDBY LINKED TO TV] in [HDMI SETUP] is set to [ON], the system turns off automatically when you turn off the TV regardless of the input. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 150 To turn the system off automatically regardless of the input when you turn off the TV, set [STANDBY LINKED TO TV] to [ON]. The TV must support the Control for HDMI function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 151 The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT (TV) ARC jack does not conform to the audio signal format. In this case, set [HDMI SETUP] – [AUDIO(HDMI)] to [PCM]. Try the following: Turn the system off and on again. Turn the connected equipment off and on again. Disconnect then connect the HDMI cable again. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 152 PCM output mode if automatic mode is selected. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Check that the speaker output setting on the TV is set to use external speakers. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 153 (muting) lights up on the display of the system. If this happens, turn on the TV first, then the system. Set the speakers setting of the TV (BRAVIA) to Audio System. Refer to the operating instructions of your TV on how to set the TV. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 154 Home Audio System MHC-V42D The sound is output from both the system and the TV. Mute the sound of the system or the TV. Change the speaker output on the TV to TV speaker or Audio System. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 155 Playback devices (Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 devices (this system uses one of them) Tuner-related devices: up to 4 devices Audio system (receiver/headphone): up to 1 device (used by this system) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 156 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The Gesture Control cannot be activated. Press GESTURE ON/OFF on the system repeatedly until the GESTURE ON/OFF indicator lights up. Make sure the Child Lock function is not activated. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 157 Perform the swiping motion at a slower speed. Select the correct mode (PLAYBACK, DJ, SAMPLER or KARAOKE) before you start using the Gesture Control. Install a noise filter (not supplied) to the AC power cord (mains lead). Turn off surrounding electrical equipment. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 158 Wired Party Chain function cannot be activated. Check the connections. Make sure the audio cables are connected correctly. Related Topic Connecting multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) Enjoying music playback with multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 159 You cannot select the AUDIO IN function if you connect the last system to the first system during the Wired Party Chain function. Select other function. Press PARTY CHAIN on the system. Turn off the system, then turn it on again. Related Topic Connecting multiple audio systems (Wired Party Chain function) 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 160 Home Audio System MHC-V42D Wired Party Chain function does not work properly. Turn off the system. Then, turn it on again to activate the Wired Party Chain function. Related Topic Turning on or off the BLUETOOTH signal 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 161 After connecting all the systems, perform the pairing and connecting operations between the BLUETOOTH device and the Party Host. Related Topic Enjoying wireless playback using multiple audio systems (Wireless Party Chain function) Terminating the Wireless Party Chain function 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 162 Home Audio System MHC-V42D BLUETOOTH device cannot be connected to the system during Speaker Add function. After connecting two same model systems, perform the pairing and connecting operations between the BLUETOOTH device and the Host system. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 163 Home Audio System MHC-V42D There is no microphone sound. Adjust the microphone volume level. Make sure the microphone is connected to the MIC1 or MIC2/GUITAR jack on the system correctly. Make sure the microphone is turned on. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 164 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D There is acoustic feedback. Reduce the volume. Move the microphone and guitar away from the system or change the direction of the microphone. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 165 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V42D The sound loses stereo effect during playback. Turn off the Vocal Fader. Make sure the system is connected properly. 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 166 All user-configured settings, such as the pairing registration information, are reset to factory default settings (except for some setup menu settings). To reset all setup menu settings, see Returning the setup menu settings to the default. Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 167 [RESET], then press (enter). Press repeatedly to select [YES], then press (enter). It takes a few seconds to complete. Do not press (power) while resetting the system. Related Topic Hooking up TV 4-748-035-41(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

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