MODEL NO. SKAR122BT
BLUETOOTH KARAOKE SYSTEM
WITH ON SCREEN LYRICS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
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Table of Contents
Your Bluetooth Karaoke Party ………………………………………………2
Features
Includes
Setup ………………………………………………………………………..… 2
Power
Orientation …………………………………..……………………………..… 3
Front Features & Controls
Rear inputs & Controls
Audio & Video Output …………..……………………………………………4
RCA Audio Output
RCA Video Output
CD & CD+G ……………………..……………………….……………………5
RCD vs CD+G.
Loading and Playing a CD
Loading and Playing a CD+G
Programming a Loaded CD or CD+G
Balance
Echo
Bluetooth & Auxiliary input …………..………………………………………6
Pairing a Bluetooth Device for the First Time
Playing Audio Wirelessly
Using the Auxiliary input
Care And Maintenance …………..…………….……………………………7
Carrying for Compact Discs
Care of the Cabinet
To Clean the Lens
Trouble Shooting …………..…………………………………………………8
Specifications …………..……………………………………………………10
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Your Bluetooth Karaoke Party Machine
Features
l Supports Bluetooth v2.1
l Supports profile A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile)
l Supports automatic device pairing
l Wireless range: 33 feet
l CD player: CD, CD-R/RW
l Karaoke: CD+G
l 5” B&W monitor displays CD+G graphics &
lyrics
l 2 digit red LED display
l Echo control
l Microphone volume control
l Balance control
l LED pairing indicator
l Top-load disc player
l Composite video output
l 2 microphone inputs
l RCA stereo audio output
l 3.5mm audio input
l Pairing button
l On/off switch
l Play/pause butt
l Skip forward/back button
l Repeat 1 or ALL play
l Programmable tracks
l Master volume control
l Build-in speaker
on
Includes
l Microphone
l AC/DC power adapter
Setup
Wall Outlet
120-240V/50/60HZ
Power
Plug the small end of the power cord into the DC input on the back of the unit, and the large
plug into a standard wall outlet.
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Orientation
Front Features & Controls
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Rear input & Controls
Audio & Video Output
RCA A udio Output
Requires RCA audio cable s ( r ed/ w hit e, not included).
1. Connect RCA audio cables to the RCA Audio Output on the back of the karaoke machine,
and to the audio input of an exter nal stereo system.
2. Adjust the external stereo s ystem to accept input from the kar aoke machine.
3. Audio played through the karaoke machine will now be heard through the connected stereo
system.
RCA Video Output
Require an RCA video cable (yellow, not included).
1. Connect an RCA video ca ble t o the RCA Video Output on the b ack o f the kar ao ke mach ine,
and to the video input of an external video system.
2. Adjust the external video system to accept input from the kar aoke machine.
3. Video played through t he kar aoke machine will now be seen through the connected external
video system.
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CD & CD+G
CD vs. CD+G
CD+Gs, or CD+Graphics, are CDs that are specially formatted for use with karaoke machines. In
addition to the audio tracks, they contain graphics and text for lyrics that will appear on the screen
while the CD is playing. Switching the unit to CD+G mode will activate the screen and display lyrics
from the loaded CD+G. You must set the source to match the type of disc you wish to play. CD mode
should only be used to play CDs. Like wise, CD+G mode should only be used to play CD+Gs.
Loading and Playing a CD
Note: This unit is not co mpatible with MP3 CDs.
1. Open the CD Door.
2. Load a CD or CD-R/RW disc into the karaoke machine, label side facing up.
3. Close the CD door.
4. Set the Source Switch on the front of the unit to CD mode.
5. Press the Play/Pause button to begin playing the loaded CD.
Loading and Playing a CD+G
1. Open the CD Door.
2. Load a CD+G disc into the karaoke machine, label side facing up.
3. Close the CD door.
4. Set the Source Switch on the front of the unit to CD+G mode.
5. Plug a microphone (one includ ed) into the Mic 1 or Mic 2 input.
6. Press the Play/Pause button to begin playing the lo aded CD+G.
Programming a Loaded CD or CD+G
The procedure for progra mm ing either type of disc is the same..
1. Press the Stop button to stop a loaded disc.
2. Press the Program button.
3. Press the Skip/Search buttons to select a track from the l oaded disc.
4. Press the Program button to add t he sel ec t ed t r acks to the program.
5. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to pr ogr am up to 20 tracks to play in a sp eci f ied order .
6. Press the Stop button to cancel a program.
Balance
Use the Balance Control Featur e t o s w itch between the pre-recorded singer’s voice and the music,
when using a Multiplex Karaoke Disc.
Echo
Use the Echo Control Feature to enhance your voice for a concert hall effect.
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Bluetooth & Auxiliary Input
Pairing a Bluetooth Device for the First Time
1. Power on the unit by pressing the Power button.
2. Set the Source Switch on the front of the unit to and press and hold the Pairing button.
The pairing indicator will flash bl ue quickly. When pa iring, remain within 3 feet of the unit .
3. Using the native controls on your Bluetoot h device, select the SKAR122BT in your Bluetooth
settings to pair. If your dev ice requests a passw or d, enter the default passw ord “0000”.
Refer to the user’s manual for your spec ific device for instructions o n pairing and connecting
Bluetooth devices.
4. When successfully p aired and connected, a bee p w il l iss ue from the unit and the Bluetooth
Indicator will display a solid blue light.
After initial pairing, the unit will stay paired unless unpaired manually by the user or er ased
due to a reset of the device. If your device shoul d be com e unpair ed or you find it is unable to
connect, repeat the above steps.
Playing Audio Wirelessly
1. After pairing to a Bluetooth device, use the native controls on the connected Bluetooth
Device to select a track.
2. Play, pause or skip a selected track using the native controls on the connected Bluetooth
Device or the controls on the karaoke machine.
3. Audio played through the connected Bluetooth Device will now be heard through the
speakers.
Using the Auxiliary input
3.5mm audio input cable not included.
1. Plug one end of a 3.5mm audio input cable into the AUX I N input on the rear of the unit, and
plug the other end of the cable into t he audio output on the MP3 Player or other source.
2. Pr ess t he Power button to power the unit on.
3. Set t he Source Switch on the front of the unit to AUX IN.
4. Audio played through the connected device will now be heard t hr ough the speaker.
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Care And Maintenance
Carrying for Compact Discs
1. Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its
edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact
with the shiny, unprinted side of the disc.
2. Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the disc
label.
3. Clean the discs periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry
cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to
clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit. If a
disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is
probably dirty or damaged (scratched). When cleaning
the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the
disc to the outer edge of the disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
4. This unit is designed to play discs bearing the identification logo as shown here or MP3
format Disc. Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not play
properly.
5. Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.
6. Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures, or dust, etc.
Prolonged exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the disc.
7. Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing instruments or the
ink may damage the surface.
Care of the Cabinet
1. To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when
cleaning.
2. The finish on your unit may be clean ed with a dust cl oth and cared fo r as ot h er fur ni tur e .
Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
3. Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
To Clean the Lens
If the lens gets dirty, your player may skip or may not play a CD.
1. Open the CD door.
2. Use a camera lens blower/brush to blow on the lens once or twice, brush the dust or
particles off the lens then blow again.
3. To remove fingerprints, use a dry cotton swab to wipe from the middle to outer edge of
the lens.
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Trouble Shooting
GENERAL
No sound in general
Volume not adjusted.
Adjust the Volume knob.
The unit does reset to
Under the influence of
disconnect.
Turn off the unit, disconnect
KARAOKE
Feedback is heard when
Microphone is too close to
Move Microphone away from
Words do not appear on TV
Using non-CD+G disc.
the CD+G indicator isn’t on.
Use a CD+G disc.
another disc.
Microphone has no sound
Microphone not turned on.
loose.
Turn on the Microphone.
totally to the MIC jack.
COMPACT DISC PLAYS
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
operation of any button
singing
screen
Source mode in wrong
position.
Power Adapter disconnected
or loose.
electrostatic phenomenon,
the product may malfunction
and require user to
the unit or MIC volume is too
high.
Video cable connected
improperly to TV.
Using the Source knob (at
the front panel), select the
proper function as required.
Check the connection or the
Power Adapter.
the mains plug, and
reconnect after a few
seconds.
the unit or decrease MIC
volume.
Check connection (see page
4.).
Source is not selected on
TV.
A CD+G disc is playing but
Microphone volume turned
all the way down.
Microphone connection
Change source to match the
location of Karaoke
connection to TV(i.e
VIDEO1, CHANEL1 etc.)
Wipe disc with cloth or use
Turn the Microphone volume
up.
Insert the Microphone plug
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CD cannot be read
The disc is dirty.
Clean or replace the disc.
CD skips while playing
Disc is dirty or scratched.
Wipe disc with cloth or use
CD player will not play
Disc format not compatible.
Only reads CD or CD+G.
BLUETOOTH
No sound when playing
Your Bluetooth device has
of your
Bluetooth device is set at too
control of the
Pairing your Bluetooth
device according to the
Pairing a Bluetooth
Increase the volume of your
volume of the
main unit to turn to your
wish..
No sound in AUX mode
Volume at minimum.
connected properly.
Adjust the volume knob.
connect again.
audio via Bluetooth
The disc is upside down.
The CD player is in Pause
Mode.
been paired proper ly.
The volume control
low.
The volume
main unit is set at too low.
Turn it over so that the label
is face up.
Release the Pause Mode by
pressing the Play/Paus e
button.
another disc.
“
Device for the First Time”
section.
Bluetooth device.
Increase the
External device not
Clear contact pins and
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Specification
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Ohms 4 inch.
CD Disc- Disc Diameter . . . . . . . . .
120mm / 80mm
DC output: 12V 1.5A
Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18W
Bluetooth
V2.1+EDR
Support A2DP
Dimensions (H x W x D) . . . . . . . . .
360mm x 252mm x 258mm
Power Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AC Power Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 watt RMS
AC input : 120V~240V/50/60Hz
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workman-ship,
provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer.
Should you have any problem with this product, please and it is highly recommended to visit our website at
www.curtisint.com before you take any other steps as we have additional copies of instruction manuals,
operating manuals and trouble shooting tips on our website which gives you the answer on most of the
questions you could have in operating the unit.
TERMS OF WARRANTY
C.I. Service Dept. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days on
parts and 90 days on labor. If you originally purchased your product more than 90 days ago, a repair fee
may apply.
Nothing within this warranty shall imply that C.I. will be responsible or liable for any damage to any items
placed in this product, whether due to any defect of the product, or its use, whether proper or improper.
EXCLUSIONS
Save as herein provided, C.I. Service Dept. (Canada) or C.I. Service Dept. (USA), there are no other
warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by C.I. or its
authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any
warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or
statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, C.I. Service Dept. (Canada) or C.I. Service
Dept. (USA), shall not be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself,
howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction of the unit and by the
purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless C.I. from any claim
for damages to persons or property caused by the unit.
TO OBTAIN REPAIRS UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY
1. The original purchaser must present a copy of the original bill of sale and the service warranty card.
2. Any alterations, abuse, misuse, battery corrosion or accidental damage voids the warranty.
3. The warranty does not cover cabinets and accessories.
4. No warranty or insurance contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by power
failure; damage in transit or when moving the unit; improper power supply; use for commercial or
industrial purposes; service calls resulting in customer education, etc.
5. The defective product should be mailed to:
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C.I.*Service*Dept.!
Curtis*International*Ltd*
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315*Attwell*Drive*
Toronto,*ON*
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1399*Perry*Road*
Plainfield,*IN*
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For service assistance and product information, please call: 1-800-968-9853.
If mailing the product, the freight must be prepaid and a money order for $7.00 should be included
to cover the cost of insurance and the return of the product.
6. C.I. reserves the right to repair or replace the parts which have become defective.
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