Singing Machine STVG359 User Manual [en, es, fr]

STVG-359

Compact Disc Graphics
with Built in LCD Karaoke Center

Disco Compacto + Gráficos
Con El Central De Karaoké En La
Pantalla LCD

Disque Compact + Graphiques
Avec Ecran LCD Centre Karaoke

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WARNINGS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.

The CAUTION marking is located on the rear panel.

This symbol is intended to alert you
to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the
product's enclosure thatmightbe of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock. Do not open
the product's case.

This symbol is intended to inform
you that important operating and
maintenance instructions are
included in the literature
accompanying this product.

DRIPPING WARNING

The product shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases,shall beplaced on the product.

VENTILATIONWARNING

The normal ventilation of the product shall not be
impeded forintended use.

Warning:

expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

SAFETY CERTIFICATION

This device is made and tested to meet safety
standards of the FCC, requirements and
compliance with safety performance of the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services, and
also with FDA Radiation Performance Standards
21 CFR SubchapterJ.

Changes or modifications to this unit not

Warnings:

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This CD player employs a laser light beam.
Only a qualified service person should
remove the cover or attempt to service this
device, due topossible eye injury.

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The use of controls, adjustments, or
procedures other than those specified
herein might result in hazardous radiation
exposure.

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The apparatus shall be used in an open
area.

CAUTION

This compact disc player is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASERproduct.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is
located on therear panel.

CAUTION!

Invisible laser radiation when open and inter
locks defeated. Avoid exposure tobeam.

FCC IMPORTANT

Since CD circuitry may cause interference to
other radio tuners nearby, switch this unit off
when not in use or move it away from the
affected radio tuner.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules, operation is subject tothe followingtwo
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

This class[B] digital apparatus complies with
canadian ICES-003.

Main plug is used as disconnect device and it
should remain readily operable during intended
use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the
mains completely, the main plug should be
disconnected from the main socket outlet
completely.

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit
has a double insulation system.

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WARNINGS

NOTE This digitalapparatus does notexceed theClass B limitsfor radio noise emissions fromdigital apparatus as:

set outin theRadio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada These limits are designed to provide reasonable.
protection against harmfulinterference in aresidential installation This equipmentgenerates uses andcan 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 thatinterference will not occur ina particular.,
installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television which can be determined by.(
turning the equipment off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more ofthe following),
measures:

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Reorient or relocatethe receiving antenna.

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Increase the separationbetween the equipmentand receiver.

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Connect the equipmentinto an outleton a circuitdifferent fromthat to whichthe receiver isconnected.

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Consult the dealeror an experiencedradio TV technicianfor help/.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.

14. 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, or has
been dropped.

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CONTROL LOCATIONS

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FRONT VIEW

3 5 TFT LCD Color screen."

1.

2.

Power indicator

3.

Power ON/OFF button

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Monitor ON/OFF button

5.

Mic Holder

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MIC VOLUME control

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A.V.C. control

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MASTER VOLUME control

9.

CD Door

10.

PROGRAM button

11. PROGRAM LED

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12.

PLAY/PAUSE button

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PLAY/PASUE LED

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REPEAR LED

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REPEAT button

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STOP button

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SKIP button

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SKIP button

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ECHO control

19.

BALANCE control

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Loudspeaker

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25

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DISPLAY

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22. AUX OUT Jack (L)

23. AUX OUT Jack (R)

24. AUX IN Jack

25. VIDEO OUT Jack

26. MIC 1 Jack

27. MIC 2 jack

28. DC Jack (DC 9V)

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PLAYINGTIME

REPEATMODE

1

- REPEATONE

A

- REPEATALL

- NO REPEAT FUNCTION

PROGRAM MODE

P- PROGRAM MODE PLAYING
C- NO PROGRAM MODE PLAY

PLAY/PAUSE/STOP INDICATOR

- PLAY ING MOD E

- PAUS E MODE

- STOP MODE

PLAYINGTRACK NUMBERAND TOTALTRACK NUMBER

PLAYING DISC MODE

- CD PL AYING- CD PL AYING

CD

- CDG P LAYING

CDG

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING POWER

Insert the DC plug of the power adapter into the DC 9V jack of the
unit. You can powerthe systemfrom a standardAC outlet by using

the supplied Power Adapter (The adapter operates on

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240V/50Hz-60Hz )

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AC 100V

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CAUTION: - The included AC adaptor is for use with this unit only Do not

use it withother equipment

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When the adaptor is plugged in the apparatus is not completely

disconnected from the main even when the power is turned off

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CONNECTING TOYOUR TV OR VCR/DVD PLAYER

Your Singing Machine is designed to connect to your TV the same way you would connect most video
cameras, VCR/DVD playersor video gameconsoles.

We have provided RCAcables to connect your unit to a TV, VCR/DVD player, video device or an external
audio/sound system. The RCA cables have three connections at each end (white and red are for left and
right audio connectionsand the yellowis for videoconnection).

Please follow thesteps below todisplay CD+G lyricson the TVscreen:

(1) Locatethe multi-colored RCAcables
(2) Connectvideo cable (yellow) to thevideo out ofthe back ofthe Singing Machine
(3) Connect the other end of the video cable (yellow) to the video input on your TV or VCR/DVD

Player.

REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

VIDEO OUTPUT

(Yellow Jack)

REAR VIEW OF TV OR VCR

VIDEO

INPUT

VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)

AUDIO
INPUT

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SELECTING YOUR SINGINGMACHINE ASYOUR SOURCE/INPUT

Selecting your Singing Machine as a source/input on your TV is very similar to connecting a VCR/DVD or
Satellite system.

We’ve listed belowthe most commonways of selectingthe source fromyour TV orVCR/DVD Player:

(1) In the set up menu of the TVor VCR/DVD player there may be an option for “Input Select”where

you can choosebetween “Cable/Ant., Video1, Video 2,etc.” as theinput source.

(2) Look for a TV channelbetween the highest and lowest on your TV or VCR/DVD player (i.e.AUX,

EXT, LINE 1or LINE IN)

(3) Your remote control for either your TV or VCR/DVD player may have source input selections as

well as detailedbelow:
“VIDEO, VIDEO 1, GAME,AUX, EXT or LINE-IN.“ Choosing one of those in most cases should
display the lyricsfrom your SingingMachine as well.

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

AUDIO CONNECTION

Please follow thesteps below toconnect the unitto your TV, VCR orhome stereo system:

(1) Locatethe multi-colored RCA cables.
(2) Connect audio cables (White and Red) to the Audio Out of the back of

the Singing Machine.

(3) Connect the other end of the audio cables to the audio/auxiliary input on your TV, VCR or home

stereo system.

REAR VIEW OF TV, VCR

OR HOME STEREO SYSTEM

REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

(White-Left and Red-Right)

AUDIO

VIDEO

INPUT

INPUT

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AUX OUTPUT

R

(Red Jack)

AUX OUTPUT

L

(White Jack)

AUX INPUT

R

(Red Jack)

AUX INPUT

L

(White Jack)

Home Stereo System

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

This unit is designed toplay CDs and CD+Gs bearingthe identificationlogo . If the disc doesnot

respectively

conform to thestandard, it maynot play properly.

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TURNING POWER ON/OFF

To turn onthe unit, pressthe ON/OFF button,the ON/OFF LEDIndicator will light up.

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To turn itoff, press theON/OFF button again,the ON/OFF LEDIndicator will turnoff.

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LOADINGA DISC

Open theCD door, placea CD or CD+G disc in the compartment with the printedside facing upward and

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the shiny sidefacing down.
Gently close the CD d

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oor. The monitor will display total number of tracks. (If no disc is loaded, it will

display “NO DISC”.)

Note:

- Never place anything except a compact disc in the disc tray.Foreign objects can damage the unit.

- Only place one disc on the disc tray at a time.

(Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide if a disc is loaded but the total tracks do not appear.)

PLAY/PAUSE

Adjust MASTER VOLUMEcontrol on yourunit, TV oraudio system toa comfortable level.

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To start playing, press the PLAY/PAUSE butto

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displayed on themonitor.
To temporarily stopplaying, press thePLAY/PAUSE button. ThePAUSE indicatorwill be displayed.

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To resume play, press thisbutton again.

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Note:

- Pressing pause repeatedly when a CD+G is playing may cause distorted lyrics on your TV screen. Any distortion will
remain on the TV screen until it is refreshed either during an instrumental break or the song is stopped and/or the
song is started from the beginning.

n. The first track and total number of tracks will be

STOP

If the STOPbutton is pressed in thecourse
shown on theLCD window.)

of playing, the disc willcease to play. (The STOPindicator will be

MASTER VOLUME

Rotate to theMASTER VOLUME controlto obtain thedesired sound level.

Note: The MIC Volume must be adjusted simultaneously with the master volume level.

SKIP (For bothCD and CDG discs)

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During STOP mode you can skip forward or back to your desired track number by pressing
SKIP buttons - SKIP -

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To resume playing the selected song press PLAY PAUSE button

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SEARCH (For audio CD disc only)

When playing any audio CD, press and hold the SKIP button ( -SKIP- ). The CDwill search at high
speed in theforward or backwarddirection. Normal playwill continue whenyou release thebutton.

REPEAT

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To repeat the track currently playing, press the REPEAT button once.
indicator will lghtup.

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To repeat all tracks, press the REPEAT butt
Press the PLAY/PAUSEbutton to

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To clear the REPEAT function, press the REPEAT button aga

begin.

on twice. The REPEATALL ( ) indicator will light up.

in. The NO REPEAT ( ) indicator will

turn on.

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The REPEAT ONE ( )

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

PROGRAM

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Use this buttonto program and playback songs ina preselected order.
Step 1:Programming should be done in the stop mode only.
number of tracks)will show on themonitor.
Step 2: PresstheSKIP buttons ( -SKIP- ) toselect a desired track.
Step 3: PressPROGRAMbutton to confirmentry.Youcan repeat thesame steps upto amaximum of 24tracks.
Step 4: PressPLAY buttonwhen youhave completed programmingand you areready tostart singing.
Press the STOPbutton twiceto clear allthe programmed entries.

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MONITOR ON/OFF

! Pressthe MONITOR buttonto ON ifyou want todisplay CDG lyricson the SingingMachine’s monitor.

KARAOKE FUNCTIONS

Sing along withthe music by pluggingin the providedmicrophone into either oneof themicrophone jacks onthe unit.

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Warning - Tapping or dropping the microphone while it is on can permanently damage your microphone. Resist
the urge to swing the microphone around by the cord!

MIC VOLUME

Adjust the MICVOLUMEcontrol to adesired level andobtain the best performance.

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Warning - To avoid Microphone feedback please avoid being too close to the speaker.

ECHO

Adjust the ECHOcontrol to enhance yourvoice for aconcert hall effect.

BALANCE

Adjust the BALANCE control to separate the prerecorded singer’s voice and music when using a multiplex karaoke disc.
(Please see GlossaryofTerms tolearn more about multiplex.)

Press thePROGRAM button, the “ “( -total

PRG P01:XX XX

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AUTO VOICE CONTROL

AUTO VOICE CONTROL can be activated by rotating the Auto Voice Control knob to right. The vocals on the multiplex
recording will be muted when using the microphone When the microphone is not in use the pre-recorded vocals will

resume on amultiplex disc.

(MULTIPLEX DISCSONLY)

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AUX IN OPERATION

Your Singing Machine is designed to connect yourfavorite Digital Music device (e.g. iPod/MP3 player, etc.)
You canconnect your deviceby using anappropriate cable (

AUX IN function can always be
switched ON once the audio cable is
plugged.

Note: Monitor will be turned off when the
audio cable is plugged.

MASTER VOLUME

Rotate to the MASTER VOLUME
control to obtain the desired sound
level.

D Warning - To avoid the over-

burst amplified volume output
or possible over-tuned sound
crack, you are recommended to
adjust the Digital Music device
volume to one third or lower at
the beginning.

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3.5mm audio cablenot included).

YOUR DIGITAL PLAYER OR MP3 PLAYER

REAR VIEW OF

AUX IN

AUDIO OUTPUT

/ HEADPHONE JACK

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

If you have followed the instructions and are having difficulty operating the unit, locate the
PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding POSSIBLE CAUSE column to
locate and remedythe problem.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

No power when

POWER is on.

No power when plugged
in.

No sound.

CD PLAYER
Cannot work normally or
“NO DISC

displayed.”is

No power plug connection at
theAC outlet.

The AC outlet may not have
power.

Volume control is set to
minimum.

Audio cable has not been
removed from the AUX IN
jack.

Volume control on TV set/PA
system is setto minimum.

TV set/PA system power is
OFF.

AUX OUT jacks not
connected.

Disc is insertedupside down.

Disc is dirty.

Disc is scratched.

Disc is warped.

A nonstandard disc is
inserted.

Insert the power plug into the AC
outlet.

Check the outlet with a working
lamp or otherelectrical appliance.

Turnup the volume.

Remove Audio cable from the AUX
IN jack.

Turn up the volume at TV/PA
system.

Turnon the power at TV/PAsystem.

Follow directions ‘Audio
Connection’page.

Insert disc correctly.

Wipe clean withsoft cloth.

Use a newdisc.

Use a newdisc.

Only use discs bearing standard
logo.

Lens is dirty.

Moisture has formed inside
the CD deck.

Singing Machine needs to be
reset.

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Use a CDlens cleaner.

Wait about 20 to 30 minutes to let it
dry out.

Disconnect the machine from
power source for30 seconds.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

No sound - If audio is
going through TV, VCR
or home stereo.

No song lyrics appear
on the TV screen.

No sound from mic.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Source Selection on your TV,
VCR or home stereo is notset
properly.

Improper Connection to
stereo system orPA.

Video cable is not connected
properly to theTV.

Source selector on TV is not
set to VIDEO.

TV does not have video line
input.

A CDG is loaded but the
CDG indicator is not lit.

Mic volume control.

Mic is off.

SOLUTION

Select AUX IN as the source for
your TV,VCR or home stereo.

Follow direction on ‘Audio
Connection’ page for connecting to
a home stereosystem.

Connect the video cable to the
Singing Machine s VIDEO OUT’
and to theTV VIDEO IN.

Using your TV Remote to select
VIDEO input.

Connect from VIDEO OUT of the
system to the VIDEO IN on your
VCR or Connect to an RF
Modulator and then to the TV
cable input.
be sure it is a CDG.

Check disc to be sure it is clean.

Adjust mic volume to max, and
then re-adjust to a comfortable

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Turn on mic with the ON OFF/
switch located on the microphone.

Check the disc to

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MONITOR SECTION

AUX IN SECTION

DIMENSIONS (W x D x H)

3.5” COLOR TFT LCD MONITOR
NTSC SYSTEM

3.5mm stereo headphone jack

DC 9V 2A

9.1 x 8.8 x 13.6 inches / 23.1 x 22.4 x 34.5 cm

7.9 lbs / 3.6 kgs

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