American Audio CDG-350 User Manual

Operating Instructions

CDG-350

Professional Karaoke

Dual Disc Player

4295 Charter Street

Los Angeles Ca. 90058

www.americanaudio.us

11/06

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................3

PRODUCT INFORMATION.............................................................................................................................5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT .........................................................................................................................6

SET-UP................................................................................................................................................6

FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS

REMOTE UNIT.............................................................................................................................7

PLAYER UNIT.............................................................................................................................10

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY..................................................................................................................12

BASIC OPERATION

LOADING/EJECTING DISC.......................................................................................................14

SELECTING TRACKS................................................................................................................14

STARTING/STOPPING PLAYBACK...........................................................................................14

ADJUSTING TIME DISPLAY......................................................................................................15

PITCH ADJUSTMENTS.............................................................................................................16

PITCH BENDING.......................................................................................................................17

PROGRAM PLAY.......................................................................................................................18

VIDEO CONNECTIONS........................................................................................................................19

SHUT DOWN PROCEDURES..............................................................................................................20

HANDLING COMPACT DISC...............................................................................................................20

WARRANTY.......................................................................................................................................21

SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................22

MAIN FEATURES

• Reads and Plays CD, CD-R, & CD+G Discs

• Jog Wheel Pitch Bend

• Single or Continuous Play

• Selectable Time Display

• Auto Cue

• Track Search by Frames

• Fader Start for A

udio & Video

• +10 Track Skipping

• Pitch Display

• Tempo Lo

• Pitch Control and Bend
(+/-8%, +/-12%, or +/-16%)

• Composite Video Out

• Key Control

ck (Master Tempo)

CHECK THE AMERICAN AUDIO WEBSITE FOR DOWNLOADABLE USER SOFTWARE
UPDATES.

FOR BEST CD-R DISC PLAYBACK RESULTS IN THIS CD PLAYER PLEASE FOLLOW THESE
GUIDELINES:

1. High quality CD-R Audio discs (should conform to the standards of the Orange Book 2).

2. Use a high quality bit rate when recording discs. (At least 160kbps)

3. Record discs in the slowest speed possible. (i.e. 2x or 4x speed)

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

NOTE: This CD player uses a semiconductor
laser. It is recommended for use in a room at
the following temperature: 41˚F - 95˚F / 5˚C ­35˚C

CAUTION:

1. Handle the power supply cord carefully. Do
not damage or deform; it may cause electric
shock or malfunction when used. Hold plug
attachment when removing from wall outlet.
Do not pull on the cord.

2. To avoid electric shock, do not open the top
cover when the unit is plugged in. If problems
occur with the unit, call your local American
Audio® dealer.

3. Do not place metal objects or spill liquid
inside the CD player. Electric shock or mal
function may occur.

The serial and model number for this unit is
located on the rear panel. Please write down
the numbers here and retain for future refer
ence.

Model No._____________________________

Serial No._____________________________

NOTE: This product satisfies FCC regulations
when shielded cables and connectors are
used to connect the unit to other equipment.
To prevent electromagnetic interference with
electrical appliances such as radios and tele

­visions, use shielded cables and connectors
for connections.

CAUTION:

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE

THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT
BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE
EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE CAREFULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE

ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLON­GATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF
SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A
FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

­HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO

WATER OR MOISTURE

This equipment has been tested and found

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to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reason­able protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre­quency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interfer­ence will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interfer­ence to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equip­ ment and receiver.
– Connect the unit into an electrical outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CA UT IO N: T O RE DUC E TH E RI S K OF ELE CT RIC
SHOCK, D O NOT REMOVE THE CO VER (OR BACK).
T H E R E A RE NO US E R S E RV I CE A BL E PA RT S
INS ID E R EF ER SERVI CE TO YO UR AUTHO RI ZED
AMERICAN A UDIO® SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the product is
operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operatin

instructions should be retained

HEED WARNING

in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

CLEANING

a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with
furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile
liquids since they may corrode the cabinet

ATTACH MENTS — Do not use attachments n ot

recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE

near
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in
or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Th
product may
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only
wit h a car t, stan d, tripod , b rac ket, or t abl e
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold
the product. Any mounting of the product shoul
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use
manufacturer

CART

moved
uneven surfaces may cause the product and car
combination to overturn

VENTILATION

provided for ventil ation and to ensure re liabl
operation of the product and
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on
or other
placed
rack unless proper ventilation
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered

POWER SOURCES

only from the type of power source indicated on
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply
dealer or local power company.

LOCATIO

stable location.

NONUSE PERIOD

should be unplugged from the
used for a long period of time.

S — All warnings on the product and

— The product should be cleaned only with

water — for example, near a bathtub, wash

— Do not place this product on an

fall, causing serious injury to a child or

a mounting accessory recommended by the

.

— A product and cart combination should be

with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and

— Slots and openings in the cabinet are

similar surface. This product should not be

in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or

— This product should be operated

to your home, consult your product

N – The appliance should be installed in a

S – The power cord of the appliance

for future reference.

.

— Do not use this product

a wet basement;

with

.

to protect it from

a bed, sofa, rug,

is provided or the

the

outlet when left un-

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to.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug
the other),

it will fit into the outlet only one way. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should

still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete
safety purpose of the polarized plug.

• If this p roduct is e quipped wit h a three-w ire
grounding type plug,
pin,

it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.

This

is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the

into the outlet, contact your electrician to

plug
replace your obsolete
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

should be routed so that they are not likely
walked on or pinched by
against them, paying particular attention
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

antenna or cable system is connected to the product
be sure the antenna or cable system
as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informatio
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
co nn ecti on t o gro un ding el ec trod es, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure
A.

LIGHTNING

POWER LINES

OVERLOADING — Do not over load w all outlets,

— For added protection for this product

a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended

during
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the

wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This
due to lightning and power-line surges.

not be located
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can
installing an outside antenna system, extreme car
should be taken
lines or circuits as contact with them might be

extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

will prevent damage to the product

— An outside antenna system should

in the vicinity of overhead power lines

fall into such power lines or circuits. When

(a plug having one blade wider than

outlet. Do not defeat the

a plug having a third (grounding)

outlet. Do not defeat the

- Power-supply cords

items placed upon or

.

to keep from touching such power

to be

to cords at

— If an outside

is grounded so

fatal.

ELECTRI
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

Fig.

A

C

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GROUND
CLAM

The exclam ation point within an equilate ral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operatin g and maintenance (servicing) instru ctions in
the litera ture accompanying the applia nce.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

any kind

into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

SERVICING

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by following

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any

• When the product exhibits

REPLACEMENT PARTS

SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

HEAT

P

— Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you

to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all

servicing to qualified service personnel

from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifie
service personnel under the following conditions:

the product

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result
damage and will often require extensive work by
qualified technician
normal operation.

way.

performance — this indicates a need for service.

are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.

repairs
perform safety checks
is in proper operating condition.

not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including
heat

.

to this product, ask the service technician to

— The product should be situated away from heat

.

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

- Never push objects of

in a fire or electric shock.

.

- Unplug this product

to restore the product to its

a distinct change in

-- W hen replacement parts

to determine that the product

— The product should

amplifiers) that produce

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNI
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTOR
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

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a

S

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

I. Heat - The CD player should be situated
away from heat sources such as radia-
tors, heat registers, stoves, or other appli-
ances (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

2. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thinner
come in contact with the surface of the unit.

3. Never disassemble or modify your unit in any
way, doing so will void your manufactures
warranty.

4. Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack

5. Do not attempt to operate this unit if it
becomes damaged in any way.

6. This unit is intended for indoor use only, use
of this product outdoors voids all warranties.

7. Always mount this unit in safe and stable
matter.

8. Disconnect from main power before making
any type of connection.

This unit has been thoroughly tested and has
been shipped in perfect operating condition.
Carefully check the shipping carton for damage
that may have occurred during shipping. If
the carton appears to be damaged, carefully
inspect your unit for any damage. Be sure all
accessories needed to operate the unit has
arrived intact. In the event damage has been
found or parts are missing, please contact our
toll free customer support number for further
instructions. Please do not return the unit to
your dealer without first contacting customer
support.

LINE VOLTAGE & VIDEO REGION

FORMAT SELECTION

• The desired voltage & video region format
may be set with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR
& VIDEO REGION FORMAT SELECTOR
switch on the rear panel (using a flat head
screw driver).

• Do not force either SELECTOR switch as
this may cause damage

• If either SELECTOR switch does not move
smoothly, please contact a qualified service
technician.

9. Cleaning -

• The CD Player should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer. Use a
soft cloth to wipe down the outside of the
unit. For stubborn stains moisten a soft cloth
with class cleaner or other mild detergent to
wipe away any stains. Use a soft cloth to
wipe any residual cleaner. Never use volatile
cleaners such as benzene, solvent, or thinner
to clean your unit, these cleaners will damage
the units surface.

• Cleaning the pick-up lens - The pick-up lens
should not become dirty under normal us­ age. If the lens does become dirty, contact
American Audio Technical Support for further
instructions. Third party lens cleaners avail­ able but not highly recommended. Use of
some of these cleaner may damage the pick­ up lens, be sure to follow extreme caution
when using these types of cleaners.

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Video Region Selector Switch

Voltage Line Selector Switch

Video Region Selector Switch

WARRANTY INFORMATION

The CDG-350 carries a ONE year (365 days)
limited warranty. This warranty covers parts
and labor. Please fill out the enclosed warranty
card to validate your purchase and warranty. All
returned service items whether under warranty
or not, must be freight pre-paid and accom
pany a return authorization (R.A.) number. If
the unit is under warranty, you must provide a
copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Please
contact American Audio

® customer support at

[phone] for a R.A. number.

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CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Customer Support: American Audio® provides a toll free customer support line, to provide set up help and

to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial operation. You may also visit
us on the web at www.AmericanAudio.us for any comments or suggestions. For service related issue please
contact American Audio®. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard
Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will

void your manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact customer
support. Please do not return to your dealer without first contacting customer support.

Please Note: All specifications and improvements to and in the design of this unit and this manual
are subject to change at any time without any prior written or published noticed.

For service parts visit http://parts.americandj.com

SET-UP

1. Checking the Contents:
Be sure your CDG-350 was shipped with the following:

1) CDG-350 Dual CD player unit. 1) CDG-350 Controller Head Unit

2) Dual Male to Male RCA cable. 1) Warranty card.

1) Operating instructions (this booklet).

2. Installing the Units

1) Place your unit on a flat surface or mount it in a secure rack mount case.

2) Be sure the player is mounted in a well ventilated area where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight,
high temperatures, or high humidity.

3) Try to place the unit as far as possible from TVs and tuners, as the unit may cause undesirable
interference.

3. Connections

1) Be sure main power is connected last to prevent any electrical damage.

2) AUDIO CONNECTIONS: Use the included RCA cable to connect the CDG-350 outputs to the
line inputs of a mixer. Never connect a CD player's output to a mixers "phono" inputs.

CAUTION: Be sure to use the supplied control cables. Using a different type of cable may result in unit damage.
To avoid server unit damage, be sure main power is off when connecting the control cables.

CAUTION:

• The player will work normally when the main unit is
mounted with the front panel within 15 degrees of
the vertical plane. If the unit is tilted excessively,
discs may not be loaded or unloaded properly.
(Figure 1)

CAUTION:

• The LCD is designed to be clearly visible within the
angles shown in Figure 2. Mount the control unit
so that the visual angle is within this range.

5°

45°

Figure 1

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Figure 2

GENERAL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS - REMOTE UNIT

1 2 3 4 5

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20

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Figure 3

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Figure 4

REMOTE CONTROL - FACE (FIGURE 3)

1. PROGRAM BUTTON - When program mode is activated a “PROGRAM” icon will display in the
LCD (8). For programming information see “Programming” on page 18.

2. TEMPO LOCK - This button will activate the Tempo Lock function. This function will allow you
to make adjustment to a track speed using the pitch controls (10, 9, & 13) without altering a tracks
perceived tonal pitch.

3. NUMBER BUTTONS (1-10) - These buttons are used to select a particular track.

4. SGL (Single) - This button allows the unit's play mode to change between Single and Continuous.

In single mode the unit will play a single track and return to cue mode. In continuous mode the unit
continues to play track by track and returns to cue mode after all tracks have played.

5. TIME - The TIME button is used to changed the displayed time values. Time can be displayed
as elapsed track time, remaining track time, and total disc remaining time.

6. PITCH PERCENTAGE SELECTOR- Choose from pitch percentages of 8%, 12%, and 16%. See
page 16 for more details.

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GENERAL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS - REMOTE UNIT (CONT)

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7. OPEN/CLOSE (Disc Tray Open/Close) - This button is used to open and close the disc trans
port tray door. NOTE: When a disc is loaded, the tray will not open unless the unit is in pause or cue
mode.

8. LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD) - This high quality LCD Indicates all the functions (play, pause,
cue, etc..,), as they occur. This display is viewable at several comfortable angles as described on
page 6. The LCD icons will be described on page 12.

9. PITCH BEND BUTTONS ­ (-) PITCH BEND -

speed (Beats per minute - BPM) when the
beats between two CD’s or any other music source to match. This is a momentary function. When
the button is depressed the pitch speed will automatically return to PITCH SLIDER'S (13)
pitch. Holding down this button will give a maximum of -16% pitch. Be sure to remember that this
function is a momentary pitch adjustment, for a more precise adjustment use the PITCH SLIDER'S
(13) to match the BPM’s with another playing music source.

(+) PITCH BEND - The (+) pitch bend function creates a momentary “BUMP” in the CD’s pitch
speed (Beats per minute - BPM) when the
beats between two CD’s or any other music source to match. This is a momentary function. When
the button is depressed the pitch speed will automatically return to PITCH SLIDER'S (13)
pitch. Holding down this button will give a maximum of +16% pitch. Be sure to remember that this
function is a momentary pitch adjustment, for a more precise adjustment use the PITCH SLIDER'S
(13) to match the BPM’s with another playing music source.

The (-) pitch bend function creates a momentary “Slow Down” in the CD’s pitch

PITCH (10) function is activated. This functions allows the

selected

PITCH (10) function is activated. This functions allows the

selected

10. PITCH BUTTON - This button is used to turn the pitch function on and off. The pitch functions of
the PITCH SLIDER (13), PITCH BEND BUTTONS (9) and JOG WHEEL (17) will not function without
this function being activated. The pitch slider has a maximum range of +/-16%. The "+" and "-"

pitch bend buttons have a maximum range of 16%.

11. +10 TRACK SKIP - This button allows you to skip ahead by 10 tracks. Example: if you are at

Track #1, pressing this button will skip you to Track #11, press the button again, it will skip to Track
#21. If there are not that many tracks, it will go back to Track #1.

12. KEY CONTROL -

With these buttons you can adjust the source music in half-step increments:
# - Push this button to raise the key.
b - Use this button to lower the

key.

- Use this button to return to the original musical key.

13. PITCH SLIDER - This slider is used to adjust the playback pitch percentage when the PITCH (10)

function is activated. The slider is a set adjustment and will remain set until the pitch slider is moved
or the

PITCH (10) function has been turned off. The maximum pitch range of the slider is +/-16%.
This adjustment can be made with or without a CD in the drive. The pitch adjustment will remain even
if a disc has been removed, and will reflect on any other disc loaded into the unit. That is to say, if
you set a +8% pitch on one disc, remove that disc and insert another, that disc will also have a +8%
pitch. The amount of pitch being applied will be displayed in the LCD (8). Use this slider to match the
BPM’s of this unit to that of another music source. By changing the pitch of one disc with respect to
the other in this way, the beats can be matched.

14. PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON - Each press of the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON causes the operation to
change from play to pause or from pause to play.

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