Page 1 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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: Audio Device Connection
Hooking up TV Quick Setup Performing Quick Setup Using the mic holder(s) Demo mode Turning off the demonstration mode TV & Audio device connection Hooking up TV Using the Control for HDMI function External audio device Listening to music of an external audio device, etc. Audio device connection External audio device Listening to music of an external audio device, etc.
Page 3 Terminating the Wireless Party Chain function Stereo Pair function Listening to music wirelessly with two systems (Stereo Pair function) Adjusting the sound Reinforcing bass sound and creating more powerful sound (MEGA BASS) Selecting a sound field Using dedicated apps Using “Sony | Music Center”...
Page 4: Using Gesture Control
What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” Installing “Sony | Music Center” Using “Fiestable” What you can do with “Fiestable” Installing “Fiestable” Using the DJ Effect and sampler Personalizing your own lighting Achieving and sharing a Party People ranking and getting bonus features (Party King) Using Voice Control via “Fiestable”...
Page 5: Troubleshooting
Settings menu Information About the indicators Updating the pre-installed software Parental Control area code list Language code list Troubleshooting What can I do to solve a problem? What can I do to solve a problem? About Self-diagnosis function About messages General The power does not turn on.
Page 6 Disc The disc tray does not open and [LOCKED] appears on the display. The disc tray does not close. The disc does not eject. Playback does not start. The sound skips during disc playback. Playback does not start from the first track/file. You cannot perform some functions such as Stop, Lock Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, or Shuffle Play.
Page 7 The Gesture Control does not operate properly. Karaoke There is no microphone sound. There is acoustic feedback. The sound loses stereo effect during playback. Reset The system does not operate properly. Returning the setup menu settings to the default 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 8: Main Unit
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Main unit Front Top panel Tweeter R/L front Mic holder Remote control sensor ( Disc tray Party Light Midrange speaker (The lighting function equipped Subwoofer (The lighting function equipped Do not look directly at the light-emitting part when the lighting is turned on.
Page 9: Top Panel
Tweeter R/L rear HDMI OUT (TV) ARC connector FM ANTENNA terminal (TV) AUDIO IN jack Party Light AC IN jack Do not look directly at the light-emitting part when the lighting is turned on. Top panel You can deactivate the controls (except (power)) on the system to prevent misoperation by children.
Page 10 (power) Press to turn on the system, or set it to standby mode. (play) (stop) GESTURE ON/OFF FUNCTION BLUETOOTH/ PAIRING with indicator MEGA BASS with indicator WIRELESS PARTY CHAIN PARTY LIGHT FIESTA Display (N-Mark) GESTURE CONTROL sensor (USB) REC/PLAY port MIC1 jack MIC2/GUITAR jack MIC ECHO...
Page 11 MIC/GUITAR LEVEL -/+ VOLUME -/+ Adjust the volume. (open/close) SOUND FIELD (previous)/ (next) TUNING -/+ PLAYBACK SAMPLER KARAOKE TAIKO Related Topic About the indicators Deactivating the controls on the system (Child Lock) Using the mic holder(s) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: Remote Control
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Remote control (power) PLAY MODE REPEAT/FM MODE *1 *2 Numeric (0 – 9) MEGA BASS REC TO USB MEDIA MODE SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE SCORE VOICE CHANGER MIC LEVEL +/- VOCAL FADER MIC ECHO (folder) -/+...
Page 13 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 14: Playable Discs Or Files On Discs/Usb Device
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 15: 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 16 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 17: Carrying The System
Do not carry the system with a person, luggage, etc. on it. Do not let children or infants be near when carrying the system. Do not use the mic holder to carry the system. Fold the mic holder before carrying the system. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 18 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 lighting starts flashing automatically. Related Topic Turning the power on Turning off the demonstration mode 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 19 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 20: Turning The Power On
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Turning the power on Press (power). Related Topic Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting the system to an AC outlet 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: Turning The Power Off (Standby Mode)
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Turning the power off (Standby mode) Press (power). [STANDBY] flashes on the display. Related Topic Auto Standby function Using the BLUETOOTH standby function 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: Auto Standby Function
(enter). Press (up)/ (down) 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 23 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 connectors on your TV.
Page 24 When the audio signals input to the HDMI OUT (TV) ARC connector 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.) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 25: Performing Quick Setup
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 27 Do not hold the mic holders when carrying the system. Before placing microphones in the mic holders, touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL - on the system repeatedly to reduce the microphone volume level to a minimum level. Related Topic Singing karaoke 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 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 lighting are turned off to conserve power. To activate the demonstration mode Press DISPLAY. Hint To turn off the lighting during demonstration, press PARTY LIGHT. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 29 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 connectors on your TV.
Page 30 When the audio signals input to the HDMI OUT (TV) ARC connector 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.) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: Using The Control For Hdmi Function
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 32 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 34 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. To turn off the Auto Standby function, see “Auto Standby function.” Related Topic Auto Standby function 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 35 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. To turn off the Auto Standby function, see “Auto Standby function.” Related Topic Auto Standby function 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: Playing A Disc
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Playing a disc You can play a disc on the system by following these steps. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select [DVD/CD]. Touch (open/close) on the system to open the disc tray and load a disc with the label facing up on the disc tray.
Page 37 (enter) to display the file list on the TV screen. To return to folder list, press RETURN. Press (up)/ (down) repeatedly to select the file you want, then press (enter). Related Topic Hooking up TV 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Dvd Video
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Various disc playback operations Depending on the disc or file, the function may not work. Searching a specific track (for AUDIO CD) Hold down SHIFT and press the numeric buttons to select the track you want, then press (enter).
Page 39 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. [2:STEREO]: The stereo sound of audio track 2.
Page 40 Related Topic Hooking up TV 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: Using Play Mode
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 AUDIO CD/DATA CD/DATA DVD) When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly.
Page 42 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 43 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Viewing information of a disc You can view the following information of a disc on TV screen and the display. Hold down SHIFT and press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback. Example: Playback information Playing time and remaining time...
Page 44 Playing time of audio files and video 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Restricting Playback Of The Disc (Parental Control)
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 46 Reload the disc and press (play). You need to enter your new password again. Related Topic Hooking up TV 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 47: 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 on the system. Related Topic Playing a USB device 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Playing A Usb Device
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Playing a USB device Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select [USB]. Connect a USB device to the (USB) port on the system. Press MEDIA MODE to select [MUSIC] or [VIDEO]. Press (play) to start playback.
Page 49 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 on the system. Related Topic Viewing information of a USB device 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 50 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Using play mode Depending on the file, the function may not work. Playing in sequential order or random order (Normal Play/Shuffle Play) (for USB) When playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly. [ONE USB DEVICE] : Plays the USB device.
Page 51 ] lights up on the display when Repeat Play is set to [ALL]. ] lights up on the display when Repeat Play is set to [TRACK] or [FILE]. Repeat Play is canceled when you: perform Synchronized Transfer. change the MEDIA MODE setting. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 52 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Viewing information of a USB device You can view the following information of a USB device on TV screen and the display. Hold down SHIFT and press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback. Example: Playback information...
Page 53 The name may not be displayed depending on the characters. Playing time of audio files and video 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Transferring Music From A Disc
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 55: Press (Enter)
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 56 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Erasing Audio Files Or Folders On The Usb Device
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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 58 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-V73D]. Perform this step within 5 minutes, otherwise pairing will be canceled. In this case, repeat from step If a passkey is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter [0000].
Page 59 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) The system does not operate properly. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Connecting With An Nfc-Compatible Device By One-Touch (Nfc)
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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Connecting This System With Multiple Bluetooth Devices (Multi-Device Connection)
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 Stereo Pair function. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Listening To Music Of A Device Via Bluetooth Connection
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) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Selecting The Bluetooth Audio Streaming Playback Quality (Codec)
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 64: Terminating The Bluetooth Connection (After Use)
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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 65: Turning On Or Off The Bluetooth Signal
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 66: Using The Bluetooth Standby Function
(down) repeatedly to select the setting, then press (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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Listening To Fm Radio
When you tune into an FM station that provides RDS services, information such as the service name or station name is provided by broadcasts. You can check the RDS information by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly. Related Topic Presetting radio stations 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: Presetting Radio Stations
If another station is already assigned to the selected preset number, that station is replaced by the new one. To listen to the preset station Press PRESET -/+ repeatedly to select the preset number you want. Alternatively, hold down SHIFT and press the numeric buttons, then press (enter). 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Compatible Devices
Set up the first system as the Party Host. The following operation is an example of setting MHC-V73D 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 70 Connect a second or subsequent system as a Party Guest. The following operation is an example of connecting MHC-V73D as the second or subsequent system. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device you are using to connect other devices compatible with the Wireless Party Chain function.
Page 71 Hint Connect the second system within 1 minute. After 1 minute or more, the system setting is canceled. [HOST] appears on the display of the first system. [GUEST XX] appears on the display of the second or subsequent system. XX indicates the number that is assigned to the device connected as the Party Guest. To connect additional systems, repeat steps –...
Page 72 When the Party Host is turned off, the Party Guests 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 73 To terminate only one system Touch WIRELESS 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 terminated. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 74 In the following steps, the two systems are described as “Host system” and “Guest system.” Note To use this function, make sure “Sony | Music Center” 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 75 When Host system is turned off, Guest system also turns off. To deactivate the Stereo Pair 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 76 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Selecting A Sound Field
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Selecting a sound field You can adjust the sound by selecting a sound field. Press SOUND FIELD +/- (or touch SOUND FIELD on the system) repeatedly to select the sound field you want. To cancel the sound field Press SOUND FIELD +/- (or touch SOUND FIELD on the system) repeatedly to select [FLAT].
Page 79 Grouping with other audio systems (Stereo Pair function / Wireless Party Chain function) , etc. Hint What you can control with “Sony | Music Center” varies depending on the connected device. The specifications and design of the app may change without notice. Be sure to use the latest version of the app.
Page 80 MHC-V73D 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, launch “Sony | Music Center.”...
Page 81 Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 82 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, launch “Fiestable” from the “Sony | Music Center” screen. Related Topic Installing “Sony | Music Center”...
Page 83 You can add a DJ Effect and a sampler sound to a music source. Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your smartphone/iPhone. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon. Touch [DJ Control]. A list of the DJ Effects appears at the top of the screen and the sampler list appears at the bottom.
Page 84 You can specify the pattern and color of lighting to create your own lighting by using “Fiestable.” Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your smartphone/iPhone. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon. Touch [Illumination]. A list of the lighting patterns and the color palette appear on the app screen.
Page 85: Achieving And Sharing A Party People Ranking And Getting Bonus Features (Party King)
The system will also award your achievements with bonus features. Note To use this feature, make sure “Sony | Music Center” and “Fiestable” have been installed on your device. Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your device. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon.
Page 86 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 87 Launch “Fiestable” and touch “Party Light via Fiestable.” All smartphone/iPhone screen illumination and flash light flash synchronously. Related Topic Enjoying music with the lighting (Party Light/Speaker Light) Singing and competing in Karaoke (Karaoke Ranking) Creating playlist from multiple BLUETOOTH devices (Party Playlist) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 88 You only can use the scoring function (Score mode) when the microphone is connected. Your score is calculated from a scale of 0 to 99 by comparing your voice with the music source. Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your smartphone/iPhone. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon. Touch [Karaoke]. Touch [Scoring Start].
Page 90 Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your smartphone/iPhone. Make sure your smartphone/iPhone is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon. Touch [Party Playlist]. Follow the on-screen instructions. To add songs to the playlist by the second and subsequent guests Make sure your guests' smartphones/iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Page 91 You can play the Taiko game and compete with other players to achieve top 10 ranking. Establish a BLUETOOTH connection between the system and your smartphone/iPhone. Launch “Sony | Music Center” and touch the “Fiestable” icon. Touch [Taiko Game Ranking].
Page 92 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Controlling the operations using Gesture Control You can control the operations by swiping your hand over the GESTURE CONTROL sensor on the system. Touch GESTURE ON/OFF on the system to select the gesture mode (GESTURE 1/GESTURE 2).
Page 93 During MUSIC PITCH CONTROL mode only. 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) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 94 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 95 Increase the key of a song ( (sharp)) 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) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 Raise or lower your hand over the sensor Reduce the key of the voice ( (flat)) Increase the key of the voice ( (sharp)) Related Topic Using Gesture Control to operate playback, DJ Effect, sampler, and karaoke (GESTURE 1) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 To turn off the Party Lock function, hold your hand above GESTURE CONTROL sensor on the system for more than 5 seconds until [PARTY LOCK OFF] appears on the display. Note While the Party Lock function is applied, the top panel indications of the system are turned off. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 98: Singing Karaoke
If the sound through the microphone is extremely loud, it may be distorted. Press MIC LEVEL - (or touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL - on the system) repeatedly to reduce the microphone volume. Related Topic Using the mic holder(s) Various functions for karaoke 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: Key Control
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 (or hold down VOICE CHANGER/ VOCAL FADER on the system) to select [ON V ˎFADER].
Page 101 Related Topic Singing karaoke 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Enjoying Sound From A Guitar
- on the system) repeatedly to reduce the guitar volume. Otherwise, change to the other guitar effect. Before disconnecting the guitar from the system, press MIC LEVEL - (or touch MIC/GUITAR LEVEL - on the system) repeatedly to reduce the guitar volume. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 103: Playing The Drum (Taiko)
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Playing the drum (Taiko) You can play a virtual drum by using the top panel of the system as a drum pad. Note Tap the top panel using your hands gently. Do not use other items, such as a stick as it will scratch the surface of the top panel.
Page 104 : Lighting guide Press TAIKO on the system repeatedly until [GAME 5] flashes on the display. The system counts down in 5 seconds and the game starts when [START] flashes on the display. Tap zone 1, 2, 3 or 4 according to the lighting guide pattern. The lighting guide will flash 3 times.
Page 105 Make sure you tap the correct zone at the exact moment when the lighting guide flashes in blue. Lighting guide pattern Zone you need to tap Continue to play the game for 50 seconds. The score appears on the display after you completed the game. To deactivate the Taiko game Press TAIKO on the system repeatedly until the lighting guide lights off.
Page 106 Related Topic Competing in the Taiko game (Taiko Game Ranking) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 107: 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 If the lighting brightness is glaring, switch on the room lights or turn off the lighting. You can turn on or off the lighting when the demonstration is turned on. Related Topic Turning off the demonstration mode 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: Using The Voice Guidance
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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 110 (stop) on the system for more than 5 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 opened. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 Home Audio System MHC-V73D Listening to the 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 Touch (stop) on the system. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 112: Settings Menu
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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...
Page 113 LETTER wide-mode function. Displays a wide picture with black bands on the BOX] top and bottom. 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.
Page 114 (Dynamic Range [STANDARD] Selects this when watching movies at low volume late at night. The dynamic Compression) range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. No priority given. [OFF] [TRACK SELECTION] Gives priority to the sound track which contains the highest number of channels (for DVD VIDEO) [AUTO] when you play back a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM,...
Page 115 Setting the HDMI options – [HDMI SETUP] Outputs video signals according to the resolution of [AUTO(1920x1080p)] the TV. [HDMI RESOLUTION] Outputs video signals according to the selected [1920x1080i]/[1280x720p]/[720x480p] /[720x480/576p] resolution setting. Outputs YCBCR video signals. [YCBCR] [YCBCR/RGB(HDMI)] [RGB] Outputs RGB video signals. Outputs audio signals in original format from the HDMI [AUTO]...
Page 116 [OFF] The system does not turn off when you turn off the TV. Default setting For Latin American models only. For other models. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 117: About The Indicators
MEGA BASS indicator Lights up The MEGA BASS mode is turned on. Turns off The MEGA BASS mode is turned off. Related Topic Main unit Enjoying wireless playback using multiple audio systems (Wireless Party Chain function) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 118: Updating The Pre-Installed Software
MHC-V73D Updating the pre-installed software 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: Parental Control Area Code List
Spain 2070 Brazil 2248 India 2390 New Zealand 2499 Sweden 2079 Canada 2238 Indonesia 2379 Norway 2086 Switzerland 2090 Chile 2254 Italy 2427 Pakistan 2528 Thailand 2092 China 2276 Japan 2424 Philippines 2184 United Kingdom 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: Language Code List
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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...
Page 121 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: What Can I Do To Solve A Problem
For customers in Europe: https://www.sony.eu/support For customers in other countries/regions: https://www.sony-asia.com/support Note If the service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. Related Topic The system does not operate properly. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 123 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 124: About Messages
Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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.
Page 125 Message Cause The transfer did not start, stopped partway, or otherwise could not be performed. ERROR TRACK You cannot transfer onto the USB device because the number of files has reached its maximum. FULL 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 126: The Power Does Not Turn On
Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely to the AC IN jack on the rear of the system. Related Topic Connecting the system to an AC outlet Turning the power on 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 128: There Is No Sound
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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 129 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: The Remote Control Does Not Function
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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 131 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 132 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D [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) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 MHC-V73D 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT (TV) ARC connector 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 138 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. Related Topic Hooking up TV 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 139 This system supports 2-channel Linear PCM formats only. Check the audio output setting on the TV and change it to 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 140 Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 141 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) Related Topic Hooking up TV 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 142 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D The disc tray does not open and [LOCKED] appears on the display. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D The disc tray does not close. Load the disc correctly. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 144 The disc does not eject. You cannot eject the disc during Synchronized Transfer or REC1 Transfer. Press (stop) to cancel the transfer, then touch (open/close) on the system to eject the disc. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Playback Does Not Start
The DVD VIDEO with unsupported region code was loaded. Related Topic Turning the power on Turning the power off (Standby mode) Connecting with a USB device Playable discs or files on discs/USB device 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 146 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 Home Audio System MHC-V73D Playback does not start from the first track/file. Set the play mode to Normal Play. Resume Play has been selected on the disc. Press (stop) twice. Then, press (play) to start playback. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 148 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Files cannot be played back. The data is not stored in the supported format. Make sure you have selected the correct MEDIA MODE setting before playback. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 150 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 [_]. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 151 Home Audio System MHC-V73D [READING] is displayed for an extended time, or it takes a long time before playback starts. The reading process can take a long time when the file structure is extremely complex. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: There Is No Picture
(Except for Latin American, Brazilian, 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 153 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Picture noise appears. Wipe the disc clean. (Except for Latin American, Brazilian, European, and Russian models) Set the color system to match your TV. Related Topic Hooking up TV 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 154 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 155 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D The subtitles cannot be turned off. The DVD VIDEO prohibits turning off subtitles. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 Playback does not start. Turn off the system and reconnect the USB device, then turn on the system. Resume Play has been selected on the USB device. Press (stop) twice. Then, press (play) to start playback. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Playback does not start from the first file. Set the play mode to Normal Play. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 160 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 [_]. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 161 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 Playing a USB device 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 163 There are many folders or files on the USB device. For details, see “Notes on playable files” in Playable discs or files on discs/USB device. The file structure is extremely complex. The memory capacity is excessive. The internal memory is fragmented. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 Home Audio System MHC-V73D [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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 165 (USB) port on the system. 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 166 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 167 The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during transfer. Delete the partially-transferred file, and perform the transfer again. 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 168 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 169 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 172 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D iPhone/iPod cannot be connected with the system. The system is compatible with iOS 11.0 or later. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 173 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) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 174 Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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) +/- (VOLUME -/+ on the system). 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 176 Turn off nearby electrical equipment. Radio may not be received depending on the radio wave conditions or the housing environment in your area. Poor reception: Far from windows, between buildings, etc. Good reception: Near windows, etc. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 177 To reduce static noise on a weak FM stereo station, press REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly until [ST] lights off on the display. You will lose the stereo effect, but reception will improve. Related Topic Listening to FM radio 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 178 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 The BLUETOOTH device cannot be connected to the system during Stereo Pair function. After connecting two same model systems, perform the pairing and connecting operations between the BLUETOOTH device and the Host system. Related Topic Listening to music wirelessly with two systems (Stereo Pair function) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 180 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D Voice Control does not work properly. Speak closer to your smartphone/iPhone microphone. Speak clearly at a slower speed. Reduce the surrounding noise. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 181 The Gesture Control cannot be activated. Touch GESTURE ON/OFF on the system repeatedly until the GESTURE CONTROL lights up. Make sure the Child Lock function is not activated. Related Topic Deactivating the controls on the system (Child Lock) 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 Home Audio System MHC-V73D 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. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 184 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D There is acoustic feedback. Reduce the volume. Move the microphone and guitar away from the system or change the direction of the microphone. 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 185 Help Guide Home Audio System MHC-V73D The sound loses stereo effect during playback. Turn off the Vocal Fader. Make sure the system is connected properly. Related Topic Various functions for karaoke 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 186 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 (down) repeatedly to select [RESET], then press (enter). Press (up)/ (down) 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 5-014-121-11(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation...

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