Memorex MKS1009 User Manual

PORTABLE KARAOKE WITH AM/FM RADIO AND CASSETTE RECORDER
MODEL: MKS1009
BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK), NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, has changed its performance, or has been dropped.
14. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
15. Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
16. Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
17. The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
18. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
1. FM Antenna
2. Carrying Handle
3. Cassette Compartment
4. Cassette Buttons (right to left):
PAUSE ( ) STOP/EJECT ( ) F.FWD (❿❿) REWIND (➛➛) PLAY ()
RECORD ( )
5. AC Jack (Rear of Unit)
6. AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer
7. Battery Compartment (Rear of Unit)
8. MASTER VOLUME Control
9. BALANCE Control
10. ECHO Control
11. MIC 1 Jack
12. TUNING Control
13. POWER Indicator
14. MIC VOLUME Control
15. FUNCTION (TAPE (RADIO OFF)/AM/FM) Control
16. MIC 2 Jack
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CONNECTIONS
AC:
Use the AC polarized line cord included with the unit for operation on AC power. Insert the small end of the AC cord into the AC socket on the back cabinet of the unit. Insert the other end of the AC cord into any convenient 120V 60Hz household outlet. NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does not t into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not le or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
DC:
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the unit and insert six (6) “C” cell batteries (not included), observing the battery polarity indicated inside the compartment. Replace the Battery Compartment cover.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specied.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)
CONNECTING THE MICROPHONE(S)
This unit has two microphone jacks, use one with the supplied microphone, which will allow you to sing along with your favorite songs. Before connecting, make sure the MIC VOLUME control is set to minimum. If only connecting one microphone, connect it to the MIC 1 jack.
Only one microphone is included with this model.
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AC Plug
AC Outlet
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RADIO OPERATION
OPERATION
Slide the FUNCTION control to the AM or FM position; the Power indicator will light.
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If desired, plug in one or two microphones and slide the ON/OFF switch, located on the side of the microphone, to the ON position. Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired. Sing or speak with the radio.
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Slide the FUNCTION control to the TAPE/RADIO OFF position to turn the unit off.
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Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and BALANCE controls as desired.
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ANTENNAS AM – This unit has a built-in
ferrite rod antenna, which provides adequate reception in most areas. If reception is weak, turn the unit to improve reception.
FM – This unit has an FM rod antenna. If reception is weak, extend and rotate the rod antenna.
Rotate the TUNING control to select a station.
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Rotate the ECHO control clock­wise to increase the echo or counterclockwise to decrease the echo.
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ECHO CONTROL
Rotate the BALANCE control clockwise to decrease the left speaker’s sound or counterclock­wise to decrease the right speaker’s sound
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BALANCE CONTROL
To turn the microphone on, slide the ON/OFF switch, located on the side of the microphone, to the ON position. To turn the microphone off, slide the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
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MIC ON/OFF SWITCH
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Slide the FUNCTION control to the TAPE/RADIO OFF position.
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Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and BALANCE controls as desired.
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Press the PLAY () button to begin playback.
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Press the STOP/EJECT ( ) button to open the Cassette Door and insert a cassette with the open end facing the front of the unit.
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To stop playback before the tape ends, press the STOP/EJECT
( ) button. The PLAY (❿) button is released and the tape motor shuts off.
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When the tape reaches the end, the auto-stop mechanism activates, the PLAY () button is released and the tape motor shuts off. Press the STOP/EJECT
( ) button to open the Cassette Door and remove the tape.
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TO SING ALONG
If you would like to sing along with a tape, simply play the tape, insert one or two microphones and sing along!
To advance or rewind the tape rapidly, press either the F.FWD (❿❿) or REWIND (➛➛) button. When you reach the desired point, press the PLAY () button to resume normal playback.
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To pause playback momentarily, press the PAUSE ( ) button. The
tape movement stops but the tape motor is still running. Press the
PAUSE ( ) button again to release pause and resume normal playback.
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PLAYING CASSETTE TAPES
CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION
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Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and BALANCE controls as desired. This does not affect the recording due to the ALC circuit.
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To pause playback momentarily, press the PAUSE ( ) button. The
tape movement stops but the tape motor is still running. Press the
PAUSE ( ) button again to release pause and resume recording.
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RECORDING FROM THE RADIO OR MICROPHONE (NON-KARAOKE)
CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION (CONTINUED)
Slide the FUNCTION control to the TAPE/RADIO OFF position if recording from a microphone or the FM/AM position if recording from the radio.
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When ready to record, press the RECORD ( )
button (the
PLAY
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depress).
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Press the STOP/EJECT ( ) button to open the Cassette Door and insert a blank cassette with the open end facing the front of the unit.
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KARAOKE RECORDING FROM THE RADIO OR MICROPHONE(S)
Insert one or two microphones into the MICROPHONE jacks shown above, then repeat steps 1 to 3 on top of page.
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Slide the ON/OFF switch, located on the side of the microphone, to the ON position. Sing or talk into the microphone(s) and both the audio and the microphone(s) will be recorded onto the cassette tape.
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Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired. Increasing this control will increase the volume of the respective microphone. Adjust the ECHO control to add an echo effect to your voice. The ECHO control is variable so add as much or as little reverb as desired.
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NOTES:
Refer to SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE section (page 7) if the RECORD button cannot be pressed.
Keep the microphones away from the unit to avoid feedback.
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SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
When a new recording is made, any program material previously recorded is automatically erased and only the new recording remains. To safeguard valuable recordings from being erased accidentally, the cassette and the deck are equipped with a special device. On the back of the cassette there is an erase prevention tab on each side. To prevent accidental erasing, break out these tabs with a screwdriver. If only one side of the tape is to be protected, break out the tab on the left side with the side desired facing you. To record on a tape in which the tab has been broken, place a piece of adhesive tape over that area.
NOTE: When a tab is broken out, the record button cannot be depressed.
CASSETTE TAPE RECOMMENDATIONS
Standard tape lengths have 15 (C-30), 30 (C-60) and 45 (C-90) minutes of recording time on each side. Longer length tapes of 60 (C-120) minutes of recording time on each side are not recommended. Use only high quality tapes. If a problem develops, check the unit rst with another cassette to determine if the problem is with the cassette, and not with the unit.
If there is any slack in the cassette, it should be removed before inserting the cassette. Place a pencil in one of the hubs and rotate it clockwise until all slack is taken up.
Cleaning the unit
• To prevent re or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
• The nish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
• Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
• Periodic cleaning of the tape heads, capstan and pinch roller is necessary to maintain good sound reproduction. Clean them after every 100 hours of use or less if playback has deteriorated. Use a cotton swab moistened with head cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol, then wipe dry with another swab.
NOTE: Never use metal objects on or near the tape heads. Do not allow any cleaning material to fall into the tape assembly.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Tab for side 2
Tab
SIDE 1
Tab for side 1
Break out the tab to prevent recording
Cover with tape to record again
Cotton Swab
Capstan
Erase Head
R/P Head
Pinch Roller
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service:
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Radio
Noise or sound distorted Station not tuned properly for Retune the AM or FM broadcast on radio broadcasts. AM or FM. station.
FM: FM Rod Antenna is not fully Fully extend FM Rod Antenna. extended.
AM: Unit is not positioned Rotate unit until best reception is correctly. obtained.
AM or FM, no sound. FUNCTION control not on AM or FM. Rotate to select AM or FM .
Volume at minimum. Increase volume.
Cassette Player
No sound. FUNCTION control not set to TAPE. Rotate to the TAPE position.
Volume at minimum. Increase volume.
Sound distorted. Dirty head. Clean the head.
Speed varies. Tape old. Replace the tape.
Cassette tape worn out. Replace the tape.
Cassette Recorder
Will not record. Erase prevention tab removed. Cover hole with adhesive tape.
Distorted sound Defective tape or dirty tape head. Replace tape or clean tape head. on playback.
Karaoke
Feedback is heard Microphone is too close to unit Move microphone away from when singing. or MIC VOLUME is too high. unit or decrease MIC VOLUME.
General
No sound. Power cord disconnected. Connect power cord.
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
WWW.MEMCORPINC.COM
OR CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-919-3647.
PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX.
FOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INT’L AT 1-800-321-6993.
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Memcorp, Inc.
Weston, FL
Printed in Hong Kong
Visit our website at www.memcorpinc.com
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