The Singing Machine SMG-180 User Manual

SMG-180

Portable Compact
Disc + Graphics Karaoke System

Please read before using this unit.

WARNINGS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE

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THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

This symbol is intended to alert you
to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the
product's enclosure that might be 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.

This CD player is made and tested to meet
exacting safety standards. It meets FCC
requirements and complies with safety
performance standards of the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services.

Warnings:

! This CD player employs a laser light beam.

Only a qualified service person should
remove the cover or attempt to service this
device, due to possible eye injury.

! The use of controls, adjustments, or

procedures other than those specified
herein might result in hazardous radiation
exposure.

! The apparatus shall be used in an open

area.

CAUTION

This compact disc player is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is
located on the rear panel.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE
DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISES ET
POUSSER JUSQU’ AU FOND.

DRIPPING WARNING

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

VENTILATION WARNING

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

CAUTION!

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior only. Do NOT attempt to clean the inside.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand tripod, bracket, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the
product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided.

11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instruction.

12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power 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 outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.

Alternate Warnings - This product may be equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection.
This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If
replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by
the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system

is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information 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, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the

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grounding electrode. See figure:

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

16. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the product.

20. Servicing - 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.

21. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal

operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f ) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts 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.

23. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

25. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

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INTRODUCTION

Your Portable Compact Disc + Graphics Karaoke System will provide you with many years of
fun and entertainment. It can let you be the “star” as you sing along with your favorite recordings
and hear your voice with the music through the system’s speakers.

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This Karaoke System is easy to use, yet full of features with a compact design. After just a few
simple instructions, you will become an expert. Before you use your unit, please glance through
this manual to familiarize yourself with all the features available and the sections of the manual
that describe their operation. Next, go to the section for the specific operation you wish to
perform.

For your easy reference, listed here are some of the main features of this Karaoke System:

Lyrics on TV screen - displays the lyrics with the tempo of music when playing CD+G discs.

Auto Voice Control (A.V.C.) - lets you replace the original singer's voice with your own voice

when any prerecorded, multiplex karaoke disc or tape is played. To activate, just rotate Mic
Volume to a comfortable listening level, and Auto Voice Control for the best balance between
playback and microphone levels.

Balance Control - lets you adjust the balance between the prerecorded original singer's voice
and the music if you use a multiplex karaoke disc.

Echo Control - lets you add an echo to enrich your voice for a concert hall effect.

Master Volume Control - lets you turn the volume control clockwise or counter-clockwise until

desired volume level is obtained.

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Multiple Karaoke music center - it plays audio Compact Discs and CD+Graphics discs.

Built-In Speaker - lets you share the music with your family or friends.

Auxiliary Output Jacks - lets you connect another audio output component, such as an

equalizer/booster or a PA system.

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CONTROL LOCATIONS

1

2

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PROGRAMPROGRAM REPEATREPEAT PLAY/PAUSEPLAY/PAUSE CDGCDG

3

4

POWERPOWER

5

PLAY/PAUSEPLAY/PAUSE

6

7

STOPSTOP

8

OPENOPEN

9

SKIP/REWSKIP/REW

10

11

PROGRAMPROGRAM

REPEATREPEAT

12

13

14

15

16

MAXMAXLLRR

AUTO VOICE CONTROLAUTO VOICE CONTROL

LOLO

LL

RR

HIHI

MIC 2MIC 2

MIC 1MIC 1

MIC VOLUMEMIC VOLUME

MINMIN

MASTER VOLUMEMASTER VOLUMEECHOECHO BALANCEBALANCE AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUT

MINMIN

MINMIN

MAXMAX

MAXMAX

18

17

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

FRONT VIEW

1. ON/OFF LED 13. PROGRAM Button

2. TRACK Indicator 14. REPEAT Button

3. PROGRAM LED Indicator 15. CLOSE POINT

4. REPEAT LED Indicator 16. CD Door

5. ON/OFF Button 17. MIC 1 Jack

6. PLAY/PAUSE Button 18. MIC 2 Jack

7. STOP Button 19. MIC Volume Control

8. CD Cover Eject Button 20. ECHO Volume Control

9. CDG LED Indicator 21. MASTER Volume Control

10. PLAY/PAUSE LED Indicator 22. BALANCE Control

11. SKIP/REW Button 23. AUTO VOICE CONTROL

12. SKIP/FWD Button 24. AUDIO OUT Jacks

25. VIDEO OUT Jack

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