XB7CDGIP
Karaoke System with Universal Dock for iPod
User Guide
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference
Introduction
Thank you for choosing this Karaoke System with iPod Docking
Station. Not only can you and your friends sing along to all your
favourite songs, you can also listen to your tracks on your iPod.
It’s really simple to use: you can fully operate both the Karaoke System and the iPod
using the Remote Control. You can even connect auxiliary devices to it.
Throughout this User Guide, the Karaoke System with Universal Dock for iPod will be
referred to as the Karaoke System.
Safety is important
Use of any electrical equipment should be undertaken with care. Please read the
safety section on page 21 before using your Karaoke System. This appliance is
for household use only.
An audio system that allows docking
of an iPod and which fully supports the
iPod menu system.
CD+G disc, also known as CD+
Graphics are audio discs which contain
backing tracks and lyrics. These are
specifically designed for Karaoke
Systems which are designed to display
on-screen lyrics.
Key features
Karaoke with CD+G discs
You and your friends can sing along to all your favourite songs using CD+G discs. The
Karaoke System can be connected to a TV to display on-screen lyrics. Your voice and
the backing tracks will be played through either the built in speaker or a connected
Sound System/TV.
iPod docking station
Any of the iPods listed on page 14 can be connected to the Karaoke System, which
allows all your songs to be played through the Karaoke System’s speakers or a
connected Sound System/TV.
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What’s in the box?
Video RCA Cable
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Power Cable
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Karaoke System
Contents
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Your Karaoke System............... 4
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Getting Started.........................7
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Daily Use................................10
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CD+G Playback .....................12
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Using Your iPod......................14
User Guide
Microphone
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Troubleshooting......................17
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Specification......................... 20
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Warnings............................... 21
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Electrical Information..............23
Guarantee............................. 24
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Your Karaoke System
Front view
iPod DOCK
LED Display
MODE Dial
ECHO Dial
AVC Dial
MUSIC/KARAOKE Dial
MIC VOLUME Dial
MIC 1 Socket
MIC 2 Socket
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BATTERY Compartment
REPEAT Button
PROG Button
STANDBY Button
PLAY/PAUSE Button
STOP Button
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NEXT Button
PREV Button
MASTER VOLUME Dial
HEADPHONE Socket
IPOD MODEL Switch
SPEAKER
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Your Karaoke System
Rear view
CARRY HANDLE
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DISC Tra y
AUX IN Socket
AUX OUT Socket
VIDEO OUT Socket
AUX IN
AUX OUT
VIDEOOUT
POWER Socket
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01 Your Karaoke System
Remote control
PROG/MENU Button
POWER Button
UP ARROW Button
SELECT Button
PREV Button
DOWN ARROW Button
ALBUM UP Button
CHAPTER + Button
CHAPTER - Button
ALBUM DOWN Button
PROGPOWER PLAY/PAUSE STOP
MENU
MENU
SELECT
MENU
CHAPTER AL BUM PLAYLI ST
SHUFFLE
REPEAT
PLAY/PAUSE Button
STOP Button
NEXT Button
PLAYLIST + Button
SHUFFLE Button
REPEAT Button
PLAYLIST - Button
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Using the remote control
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The Remote Control can be used to operate the Karaoke System. Before
using the Remote Control, the Safety Tab should be removed.
Simply pull out the Safety Tab from the Remote Control as shown below.
To use the Remote Control, simply direct it towards the front of the
Karaoke System and press the desired buttons.
DON’T FORGET! When replacing the battery make sure that you use
the same size and type.
Power the Karaoke System using batteries
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The Karaoke System can be powered using eight ‘C’ type batteries.
Insert eight batteries (not supplied) into the Battery Compartment at the
bottom of the Karaoke System observing the polarity markings on the
base of the Battery Compartment.
02Getting started
DON’T FORGET! When replacing the batteries make sure that you
use the same size and type.
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02 Getting started
Connecting to external devices
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The Karaoke System can be connected to either the TV or a Stereo Sound
System using the supplied RCA Cables.
To connect the Karaoke System to a TV only, follow the instructions
provided in the Quick Start Guide.
To connect the Karaoke System to a TV and Stereo Sound System:
Use the Yellow RCA Cable to connect the TV and Karaoke System.
Use the Red and White RCA Cable to connect the Stereo Sound System
and Karaoke System.
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Setting up the Karaoke System
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Plug the Microphone Jack into the MIC 1 Socket on the front of the
Karaoke System.
Connect the Karaoke System to your TV using the Supplied RCA Cables.
Turn your TV On and select the AV source.
Connect the Power Cable to the Power Socket on the rear of the Karaoke
System.
Insert the Power Cable Plug into the wall socket and switch the socket On.
Load a CD+G disc into the Disc Tray.
Press the STANDBY button to turn the Karaoke System On.
Connecting external devices
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The Karaoke System can be connected to a number of external devices
using the AUX IN socket on the rear of the Karaoke System. This requires
a 3.5mm Stereo Cable (not supplied).
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03 Daily use
Switching ON
To turn the Karaoke System On,
press the STANDBY button.
To turn the Karaoke System Off,
press the STANDBY button again.
Mode selection
The Karaoke System has the following
modes of operation:
• Aux - to listen to an external device
• CDG - to listen to and view the lyrics
from a CD+G
• iPod - to listen to your iPod
To select the mode, rotate the
MODE DIAL to the desired position.
Using the microphone
Up to two Microphones can be used
with the Karaoke System.
DON’T FORGET! Only one
microphone is supplied with the
Karaoke System.
Insert the Microphone Jack into the
MIC 1 or MIC 2 socket on the front
of the Karaoke System.
Slide the Microphone Power Switch
to the ON position. The microphone
is now On and ready to use.
Connecting headphones
You can use your own Headphones
to listen to the backing tracks on
the Karaoke System by inserting the
Headphone Jack into the Headphone
Socket on the front of the Karaoke
System.
DON’T FORGET! If the RCA Cable
is connected between the Karaoke
System and a TV, the backing track
will play through the TV speakers.
Adjusting the master volume
To increase the master volume,
rotate the MASTER VOLUME DIAL
on the front of the Karaoke System
clockwise.
To decrease the master volume,
rotate the MASTER VOLUME DIAL
on the front of the Karaoke System
anticlockwise.
Adjusting the microphone
volume
To increase the Microphone volume,
rotate the MIC VOLUME DIAL
on the front of the Karaoke System
clockwise.
To decrease the Microphone volume,
rotate the MIC VOLUME DIAL
on the front of the Karaoke System
anticlockwise.
Adjusting the echo effect
An echo effect can be added to your
voice while you sing. The amount of
echo can be adjusted using the ECHO
DIAL.
To increase the echo, rotate the
ECHO DIAL on the front of the
Karaoke System clockwise.
To decrease the echo, rotate the
ECHO DIAL on the front of the
Karaoke System anticlockwise.
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Daily use
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Mixing the Backing Track and
Vocals
DON’T FORGET! This feature is
only available when the MUSIC/
KARAOKE DIAL is set to Karaoke
(vocals).
The bias or mix between the backing
track and your vocals can be adjusted
using the Auto Volume Control (AVC).
When the AVC is applied, the volume
of the backing track is reduced while
you sing. When you stop singing, the
volume of the backing track returns to
normal. The amount the backing track
is reduced depends on how much AVC
is applied.
To increase the amount of AVC,
rotate the AVC DIAL on the front of
the Karaoke System clockwise.
To decrease the amount of AVC,
rotate the AVC DIAL on the front of
the Karaoke System anticlockwise.
Cutting Backing Vocals while
you Sing
The Karaoke System can be set to turn
off the vocals of the backing track while
you sing.
To turn off the vocals of the backing
track while you sing, rotate the
MUSIC/KARAOKE DIAL to Karaoke
(Vocals).
Whenever you sing, the vocals of the
backing track will temporarily stop.
When you stop singing, the backing
vocals will be heard again.
To keep the vocals of the backing
track while you sing, rotate the
MUSIC/KARAOKE DIAL to Music.
Whenever you sing, the volume of
backing track vocals will be reduced.
When you stop singing, the volume of
the backing vocals will return to normal.
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CD+G playback
Playing CD+G discs
Loading discs
Press the STANDBY button to turn
on the Karaoke System.
Press the top right hand corner of
the Disc Tray to open.
Insert the CD+G Disc into the CD
Compartment with the label facing
outwards.
Close the Disc Tray.
When closed, the Karaoke System
starts to spin the disc.
The LED Display will show the total
number of tracks on the CD+G.
Playback
Press the / II button to begin
playback. The backing track
will begin to play and the lyrics
will appear on the TV screen if
connected.
Press the / II button again to
pause playback. The Play/Pause
indicator will flash on the LED
Display.
Press the eht ot piks ot nottub I
next track.
DON’T FORGET! If you are on the
last track of the disc, the Karaoke
System will return to the first track.
Press the I button to skip to the
previous track.
Press the button to stop playback.
Repeat play
You can repeat a single track or all the
tracks on the CD+G disc.
Repeating a single track
To repeat a single track, press the
REPEAT button once. The Repeat
indicator on the LED Display will
begin to flash.
The track will be played continuously
until the button is pressed.
To cancel the repeat function, press
the REPEAT button continuously
until the Repeat Indicator on the LED
Display is no longer lit.
Repeating the entire CD
To repeat all tracks, press the
REPEAT button twice. The Repeat
indicator on the LED Display will be
lit.
The entire disc will be played
continuously until the button is
pressed.
To cancel the repeat function, press
the REPEAT button continuously
until the Repeat Indicator on the LED
Display is no longer lit.
Programming tracks
You can programme the Karaoke
System to play up to a total of 20
tracks in any desired order. You can
also programme the same track to
play several times within a programme
sequence.
While the Karaoke System is in the
CDG mode, press the button to
stop playback.
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CD+G playback
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Press the PROG button. The Prog
indicator will begin to flash and the
number 1 will momentarily appear
on the LED Display. This indicates
that you can programme the first
track.
Select the first track using the I
and I buttons.
Press the PROG button on the
Karaoke System. The number 2 will
momentarily appear on the LED
Display. This indicates that you can
programme the second track.
Select the second track using the
I dna I buttons.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 until all the
tracks have been programmed.
Press the / II button to begin
playback. The backing track
will begin to play and the lyrics
will appear on the TV screen if
connected.
DON’T FORGET! Playback will stop
after all the programmed tracks
have been played.
To replay the programmed tracks,
press the PROG button followed by
the / II button.
To cancel the programmed sequence
from the memory, press the
button during playback.
Audio CD playback
Compatible disc types
The Karaoke System supports playback
of following types of CD:
• CD+G compact Disc
• 8cm/12cm Compact Disc
Audio Discs
• 12cm Compact Disc
Recordable Discs
• 12cm Compact Disc
Re-Writable Discs
Playback
Press the / II button to begin
playback. The first track will begin to
play.
Press the / II button again to
pause playback. The Play/Pause
indicator will flash on the LED
Display.
Press the eht ot piks ot nottub I
next track.
DON’T FORGET! If you are on the
last track of the disc, the Karaoke
System will return to the first track.
Press the I button to skip to the
previous track.
Press and hold the button to I
fast forward within the current track.
Press and hold the I button to
fast rewind within the current track.
Press the button to stop playback.
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05 Using your iPod
iPod docking
Any iPods listed below can be
connected to the Karaoke System
allowing all your favourite songs to be
played through the Karaoke Systems
speakers. The iPod can be completely
controlled by the Karaoke System and
charges while docked.
Selecting an iPod model
To ensure that your iPod docks with the
Karaoke System correctly, you must
adjust the iPod Model Switch to give
the correct back support to your iPod.
DON’T FORGET! iPod models
that are not listed below can be
docked by manually adjusting the
iPod Model Switch to the required
depth.
The following iPods are compatible with
the Karaoke System.
• iPod Mini 1st Generation
(4 Gb, 6Gb)
• iPod 4th Generation
(20Gb, 40Gb)
• iPod 4th Generation Colour Display
(20Gb, 30Gb, 40Gb, 60Gb)
• iPod Nano 1st Generation
(1Gb, 2Gb, 4Gb)
• iPod 5th Generation Video
(30Gb, 60Gb, 80Gb)
• iPod Nano 2nd Generation
(2Gb, 4Gb, 8Gb)
Insert and rotate a coin into the iPod
Model Switch and rotate clockwise
or anticlockwise to select your iPod
Model on the Dock as shown below.
Docking your iPod
Open the Dock Compartment by
pulling the top edge towards you.
To connect your iPod to the Karaoke
System, feed your iPod through the
top of the Dock Compartment and
carefully push downwards.
To remove your iPod from the
Karaoke System, turn your iPod
off, open the Dock Compartment
and carefully pull it out of the Dock
Compartment.
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05Using your iPod
Using your iPod
The following instructions describe
how to operate your iPod when it is
connected to the Karaoke System using
the Remote Control.
DON’T FORGET! The following
features only work in iPod mode
with an iPod docked.
Selecting iPod Mode
Press the STANDBY button to turn
on the Karaoke System.
Select the iPod mode using the
MODE DIAL.
To start playback, press the / II
button.
Menu Navigation
To access the iPod menu system,
press the MENU button.
Use the and buttons to
highlight the menu options.
Press the SELECT button to select
a menu option.
Selecting Albums
You can select the next and previous
albums on your iPod.
To select the next Album, press the
ALBUM UP button.
To select the previous Album, press
the ALBUM DOWN button.
Selecting Chapters
DON’T FORGET! This feature only
works with iPods that have movie
capability.
You can select the next and previous
movie chapter on your iPod.
To select the next chapter, press the
CHAPTER UP button.
To select the previous chapter, press
the CHAPTER DOWN button.
Selecting Playlists
You can select the next and previous
playlist on your iPod.
To select the next track in the
playlist, press the PLAYLIST +
button.
To select the previous track in the
playlist, press the PLAYLIST -
button.
Selecting Tracks within a Playlist
You can select the next and previous
playlist on your iPod.
To select the next track in the
playlist, press the button. I
To select the previous track in the
playlist, press the I button.
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Using your iPod
Repeat play
You can repeat a single Track, Album or
Playlist or all the tracks on your iPod.
Repeating a single track
To repeat a single track, press the
REPEAT button once. The Repeat
Once symbol will appear on your
iPod display.
The track will be played
continuously.
To cancel the repeat function, press
the REPEAT button continuously
until the Repeat symbol disappears
from your iPod display.
Repeating an album or playlist
DON’T FORGET! This feature only
works when your iPod is in Album
or Playlist Mode.
To repeat an Album or Playlist, press
the REPEAT button twice. The
Repeat All symbol will appear on
your iPod display.
The Album or Playlist will be played
continuously.
To cancel the repeat function, press
the REPEAT button continuously
until the Repeat symbol disappears
from your iPod display.
Repeating all tracks on your iPod
DON’T FORGET! This feature only
works when your iPod is in Music
Mode.
To repeat all the tracks on your iPod,
press the REPEAT button twice.
The Repeat All symbol will appear on
your iPod display.
All the tracks on your iPod will be
played continuously.
To cancel the repeat function, press
the REPEAT button continuously
until the Repeat symbol disappears
from your iPod display.
Shuffle play
The tracks on your iPod can be played
in a random order using the shuffle play
feature.
To turn shuffle play On, press the
SHUFFLE button. The shuffle
symbol will appear on your iPod
display.
To turn shuffle play Off, press the
SHUFFLE button again. The shuffle
symbol will disappear from your iPod
display.
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General
Problem Possible Cause What to do
No Power 1. The plug is not plugged
into the wall socket.
2. The wall socket is not
turned on.
The Karaoke System
is not responding to
the Remote Control
No sound is heard 1.The volume is on the
There is no sound
from the Karaoke
System when
playing CD+G discs
1. The Karaoke System
is switched off at the
wall socket.
2. The Remote Control
is not directed at the
Karaoke System.
3. The front of the
Karaoke System is
obstructed.
4. The Remote Control
batteries are
exhausted.
5. The Remote Control
batteries are
incorrectly inserted.
minimum setting.
2. Headphones are
connected to the
Karaoke System.
1. The CDG mode is not
selected.
2. The CD+G disc is
inserted incorrectly.
3. The master volume
is on the minimum
setting.
1. Ensure the plug is plugged
into the wall socket.
2. Turn on the power at the wall
socket.
1. Turn on the power at the wall
socket.
2. Direct the Remote Control
towards the Karaoke System.
3. Ensure there are no objects
obstructing the Karaoke
System.
4. Replace the batteries in the
Remote Control. See page 7
for more information.
5. Ensure the batteries are
correctly inserted into the
Remote Control. See page 7
for more information.
1. Increase the master volume.
2. Remove the Headphones.
1. Select the CDG mode. See
page 10 for more information.
2. Insert the CD+G disc
correctly. See page 9 for
more information.
3. Increase the master volume.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause What to do
There is no sound
when singing into
the Microphone
1. The Microphone is
not connected to the
Karaoke System.
2. The Microphone is not
switched On.
3. The Microphone
Volume is on the
minimum setting.
CD
Problem Possible Cause What to do
The CD does not
play
1. The CD is incorrectly
loaded.
2. The CD is an
unsupported format.
3. The CD is paused.
4. The Karaoke System is
not in the CDG mode.
5. The CD is dirty or
scratched.
1. Connect the Microphone to
the Karaoke System. See
page 9 for more information.
2. Switch on the Microphone.
3. Increase the Microphone
Volume.
1. Ensure the CD is correctly
loaded into the CD Tray. See
page 9 for more information.
2. Check the format of the CD
is supported. See page 13 for
more information.
3. Press the / II button to
continue playback of the CD.
4. Select the CDG mode using
the MODE DIAL on the unit.
5. Make sure the CD is not dirty
or scratched. If it is dirty,
clean the CD with a soft
cloth.
CD Sound Skips 1. The CD is dirty.
2. The CD is warped or
scratched.
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1. Clean the CD with a soft
cloth.
2. The CD should be replaced.
Troubleshooting
iPod
Problem Possible Cause What to do
The iPod is unstable
in the Dock.
iPod does not
respond to inputs
from the Karaoke
System.
1. The iPod Model Switch
is set to the incorrect
setting.
1. The iPod is not docked
correctly.
1. Select the correct setting
using the iPod Model Switch.
1. Ensure the iPod is correctly
docked. See page 14 for
more information.
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Need extra help?
Don’t worry we are just at the
other end of the phone. If you are
experiencing problems using your
new product, before returning it to
the retailer, just call 0871 230 1777.
Need a spare part?
In the unlikely event of you needing spare parts, please contact our
spares department on: 0871 230 0790
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07 Specifications
Model Number XB7CDGIP
Power Supply 230V AC 50Hz
8 x LR14 C Type 1.5V batteries
(not included)
Alkaline is recommended for longer life
Power Consumption:
Standby
Operating
Nominal Use
Frequency Response 100 - 10,000 Hz (+/- 3db)
Power Output 2W x 2 (10% THD)
Speaker 3” 4 ohms
Microphone 60 dB 600 ohms impedance
Unit Dimensions 165 (D) x 220 (W) x 290 (H) mm
Unit Weight 2.65 kgs
0.831W
28W
21W
with 6.3mm dynamic microphone
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08Warnings
WEEE
This appliance is labelled in accordance
with European Directive 2002/96/
EG concerning used electrical and
electronic appliances (Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework
for the return and recycling of used
appliances.
Sound levels
Your hearing is very important to you
and to us, so please take care when
using this Karaoke System. It is strongly
recommended that you follow the listed
guidelines in order to prevent possible
damage or loss of hearing.
Establish a safe sound level
Over time your hearing will adapt to
continuous loud sounds and will give
the impression that the volume has in
fact been reduced. What seems normal
to you may in fact be harmful. To guard
against this before your hearing
adapts, set the volume to a low level.
Slowly increase the level until you
can hear comfortably and clearly
and without distortion. Damage to
your hearing is accumulative and is
irreversible. Any ringing or discomfort
in the ears indicates that the volume is
too loud.
Once you have established a
comfortable listening level, do not
increase the sound level .
General safety
This Karaoke System has been designed
and manufactured to meet European
safety standards, but like any electrical
equipment, care must be taken if you
are to obtain the best results and safety
is to be assured.
Do read these operating instructions
before you attempt to use the Karaoke
System.
Do ensure that all electrical connections
(including the mains plug, extension
leads and interconnections between
pieces of equipment) are properly made
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Switch off and remove the mains
plug when making or changing any
connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in
doubt about the installation, operation
or safety of your Karaoke System.
Don’t continue to operate the Karaoke
System if you are ever in doubt about
it working normally, or if it is damaged
in any way. Switch it off, withdraw the
plug from the mains and consult your
dealer.
Don’t remove any fixed covers as this
may expose you to dangerous voltages.
Don’t leave the Karaoke System
switched On when it is unattended
for long periods of time, unless it is
specifically stated that it is designed for
unattended operation or has a standby
mode.
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Warnings
Make sure that other people in your
household are conversant with the
Karaoke System.
Don’t obstruct the ventilation vents on
the Karaoke System, for example with
curtains or soft furnishings.
Don’t allow electrical equipment to be
exposed to rain or moisture.
Store the Karaoke System in a clean,
dry environment.
Do not use any cleaning solutions on
the Karaoke System.
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Electrical information
The mains lead supplied with this Karaoke System is fitted with a BS1363/A 13 amp
plug. If it is not suitable for your supply sockets it must be removed and replaced
with an appropriate plug. If the plug becomes damaged and/or needs to be replaced
please follow the wiring instructions below. The plug removed must be disposed of
immediately. It must not be plugged into a supply socket as this will be an electrical
hazard. If the fuse needs to be replaced it must be of the same rating and ASTA
approved to BS1362. If the plug is changed, a fuse of the appropriate rating must be
fitted in the plug, adapter or at the distribution board. If the fuse in a moulded plug is
replaced, the fuse cover must be refitted before the appliance can be used.
Wiring instructions
The supply cable will be either 2-core or 3-core. Follow the appropriate wiring
instructions given below. In both cases ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is
firmly held by the cable clamp.
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2- Core plug
WARNING: Do not connect either wire to
the earth terminal.
This symbol indicates that this 2-core appliance
is Class II and does not require an earth
connection.
The wire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red.
Fuse
Brown (Live)Blue
(Neutral)
3- Core plug
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
The wire coloured green and yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter E, or
by the earth symbol
and yellow.
The wire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red.
Green & yellow
(Earth)
(Neutral)
, or coloured green or green
Fuse
Brown (Live)Blue
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Guarantee
The Karaoke System is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original
purchase. If any defect due to faulty materials or workmanship, contact the
Goodmans Helpline. Have your receipt of purchase on hand.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
• It is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase.
• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this User Guide.
• The Karaoke System must be used solely for domestic purposes.
• The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the Karaoke System is re-sold or has
been damaged by inexpert repair.
• The manufacturer disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages.
• The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish, your statutory or legal
rights.
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