The Singing Machine SMG-319 Instruction Manual

SMG-319

PORTABLE CD+GRAPHICS
KARAOKE SYSTEM

SISTEMA DE KARAOKÊ
PORTÁTIL COM CD+IMAGEM

SYTÈME DE KARAOKÉ AVEC
CD+GRAPHIQUES PORTATIF

WARNINGS

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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

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

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

VENTILATIONWARNING

Warning:

SAFETY CERTIFICATION

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

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

Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

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.

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.

Warnings:

CAUTION!

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

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

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

The apparatus shall be used in an open
area.

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 subjectto thefollowing two
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.

CAUTION

FCC IMPORTANT

The CAUTION marking islocated on the rear panel.

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 limits forradio noiseemissions from digitalapparatus 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 that interferencewill notoccur in a 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:

Reorient or relocatethe receiving antenna.
Increase the separationbetween the equipmentand receiver.
Connect the equipmentinto an outleton a circuitdifferent fromthat to whichthe receiver isconnected.
Consult the dealeror an experiencedradio TV technicianfor help/.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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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

1. Handle

2. Auto Voice Control

3. MIC Volume Control

4. Master Volume Control

1.1 REPEAT button

1.0 SKIP button

FRONT VIEW

5. BALANCE Control

6. ECHO Control

7. PROGRAM button

8. ON/OFF button
9 O./N OFF LED

2.0 CD Door

2.1 Speaker

1.2 PROGRAM LED

1.3 REPEAT LED

1. /4 PLAY PAUSE button

15. SKIP button

1.6 STOP button

1.7 PLAY/PAUSE LED

18. CDG LED
19 LED.

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Battery Precautions

The precautions below should be
followed when using batteries in this
device:

1. Use only the sizeand typeof batteries
specified.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity
when installing the batteries as
indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause
damage to thedevice.

3. Do not mix different types of batteries
together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon
Zinc) or oldbatteries with freshones.

4. If the deviceis not tobe used for a longperiod of time,remove the batteries to preventdamage or injury
from possible batteryleakage.

5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged, they can overheat and rupture (Follow
battery manufacturer’sdirections).

6. Rechargeable batteries areto be removedfrom the productbefore being charged.

7. Rechargeable batteries areonly to becharged under adultsupervision.

8. Exhausted batteries areto be removedfrom the product.

9. The supply terminalsare not tobe short-circuited.

10. Battery shallnot be exposedto excessive heatsuch as sunshine,fire or thelike.

22. MIC 2 Jack

23. MIC 1 Jack

24. AUX IN Jack

25. AUX OUT Jack (L)

REAR VIEW

26. AUX OUT Jack (R)

27. VIDEO OUT Jack

28. Battery door

29. DC IN Jack

30. Battery Compartment

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING POWER

Insert the DC plug of the power adapter into the DC 12V
jack of the unit. You can power the system from a standard
AC outlet by using the supplied Power Adapter (The

adapter operates on .AC 100V 240V/50Hz-60Hz )-

CAUTION: - The included AC adaptor is for use with this unit only

Do not useit with other equipment

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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DC OPERATION

1. Lift battery door to reveal battery compartment. Insert eight (8) “C” size alkaline batteries (not provided)

as indicated.

2. Replace cover tightlybefore operating.

3. When not using batteriesfor a long period of time, removebatteries to prevent leakage in compartment.

Replace all batteriesat the sametime. Do notmix old batterieswith new batteries.

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) Locate the multi-colored RCAcables
(2) Connect video cable (yellow)to the videoout of theback of theSinging Machine
(3) Connect the other end of the video cable (yellow) to the video input on your TV or VCR/DVD

Player

IMPORTANT

The AC power cord MUST be disconnected from the unit or it will not operate on battery power.

CONNECTING TOYOUR TV OR VCR/DVD PLAYER

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VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)

VIDEO OUTPUT

(Yellow Jack)

REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

VIDEO
INPUT

AUDIO
INPUT

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REAR VIEW OF TV OR VCR

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 the inputsource.

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

EXT, LINE1 orLINE 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.

AUDIO CONNECTION

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

(1) Locatethe multi-coloredRCA cables.
(2) Connect audio cables (White and Red) to the Audio Out (White-Left and Red-Right)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.

Home Stereo System

VIDEO
INPUT

AUDIO
INPUT

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REAR VIEW OF TV, VCR

OR HOME STEREO SYSTEM

AUX INPUT

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(Red Jack)

AUX INPUT

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(White Jack)

AUX OUTPUT

R

(Red Jack)

REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

AUX OUTPUT

L

(White Jack)

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

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This unit is designed toplay CDsand CD+Gs bearingthe identificationlogo . If the disc doesnot
conform to thestandard, it maynot play properly.

respectively

To turnon the unit, pressthe ON/OFF button, theON/OFF LED Indicator willlight up.
To turnit off,press the ON/OFFbutton again, theON/OFF LED Indicatorwill turn off.

Open theCD door, place a CD or CD+G disc in the compartment withthe printed side facing upward and
the shiny sidefacing down.
Gently close theCD door. The LEDwindow will display the totalnumber of tracks.(

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To temporarilystop playing, press thePLAY/PAUSEbutton. The PLAY/PAUSELED Indicatorwill flash.
To resumeplay, press thisbutton again.

If the STOP button ispressed inthe courseof playing, the disc will cease to play. (The total number of tracks
will be shownon the LEDwindow.)

Rotate to theMASTER VOLUME controlto obtain thedesired sound level.

During STOP mode you can skip forward or back to your desired track number by pressing
SKIP buttons - SKIP ­To resume playing the selected song press PLAY PAUSE button

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.

To repeatthe track currently playing,press the REPEATbutton once. TheREPEAT LEDwill start to flash.
To repeatall tracks,press theREPEATbutton twice. The REPEAT LED willlight upand staylit. Pressthe
PLAY/PAUSE button tobegin.
To clearthe REPEAT function, pressthe REPEAT button again.The REPEAT LED willturn off.

TURNING POWER ON/OFF

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LOADINGA DISC

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

MASTER VOLUME

SKIP (For bothCD and CDG discs)

SEARCH (For audio CD disc only)

REPEAT

Note:

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

Note:

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

- 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.

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If no discis loaded,the

LED will display“ ”.If a CDGis loaded, theCDG indicator willilluminate.

Adjust the MASTERVOLUME control onthe unit toa comfortable level.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The first track [ ] will display on the LED of the unit and the
PLAY/PAUSE LED willilluminate.

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

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

PROGRAM

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Use this buttonto program andplay back songsin a preselectedorder.
Step 1: Programming should be done in the stop mode only. Press the PROGRAM button until the
PROGRAM LED flashes,the track willread [ ].
Step 2: Pressthe SKIP buttons( - SKIP- ) to selecta desired track.
Step 3:Press PROGRAM button to confirm entry. You can repeat the same steps up to amaximum of20
tracks.
Step 4: PressPLAYbutton whenyou havecompleted programmingand youare ready to startsinging.
Press the STOPbutton toclear allthe programmedentries.

KARAOKE FUNCTIONS

MASTER VOLUME

Sing a long with the music by plugging in the provided microphone into either one of the microphone jacks
on the unit.

Adjust the MICVOLUME control toa desired leveland obtain thebest performance.

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

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

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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!

Warning

MIC VOLUME

ECHO

BALANCE

AUTO VOICE CONTRO

Adjust the ECHOcontrol to enhance yourvoice for a concerthall effect.

Warning - We recommend
adjusting the volume on your
digital device to 1/3 or lower to
avoid distortion.

- To avoid microphone feedback do not hold the microphone too close to the speaker.

Adjust the BALANCE control to separate the prerecorded singer’s voice and music when using a multiplex karaoke disc.
(Please see Glossaryof terms on pageE12 to learn moreabout multiplex.)

AUTO VOICE CONTROL can be activated by rotating the AUTO VOICE CONTROL knob to the right. The vocals on the
multiplex recording will be mutedwhen using the microphone. Whenthe microphone is not inuse the pre-recorded vocals
will resume ona multiplex disc.

L (MULTIPLEX DISCS ONLY)

3.5mm audio cablenot included).

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

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AUX IN OPERATION

REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

AUDIO OUTPUT

/ HEADPHONE JACK

YOUR DIGITAL PLAYER OR MP3 PLAYER

AUX IN

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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SOLUTION

Insert the power plug into the AC
outlet.

Turnup the volume.

Turn up the volume at TV/PA
system.

PROBLEM

No power when ON/OFF
button is on.

No sound.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

No power plug connection at
theAC outlet.

Volume control is set to
minimum.

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

Check the outlet with a working
lamp or otherelectrical appliance.

No power when plugged
in.

The AC outlet may not have
power.

Insert disc correctly.

Wipe clean withsoft cloth.

Use a newdisc.

Use a newdisc.

Only use discs bearing standard
logo.

Disc is insertedupside down.

Disc is dirty.

Disc is scratched.

Disc is warped.

A nonstandard disc is
inserted.

Moisture has formed inside
the CD deck.

CD PLAYER does not
work normally or the
LED displays “ ”, “ ”,
or “ ”.

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

Singing Machine needs to be
reset.

Disconnect the machine from
power source for30 seconds.

AC plug is not secure on the
back of theunit.

Securely plug cord into the back of
the unit.

Lens is dirty.

Use a CDlens cleaner.

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Remove Audio cable from the AUX
IN jack.

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

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

SOLUTION

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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

Video cable is not connected
properly to theTV.

Check disc to be sure it is clean.

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

Mic volume control.

No sound from mic.

Mic is off.

Switch the mic to the ON position.

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

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

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

Follow direction on page 6 ‘Audio
Connection’.

Improper Connection to
stereo system orPA.

Adjust mic volume to max, and
then re-adjust to a comfortable
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Lyrics do not appear on
the TV screen.

TV does not have video line
input.

Connect from VIDEO OUT of
the system to the VIDEO IN on
your VCR/DVD player. Confirm
you are playing a CDG.

Source has not been
selected on your TV.

Source has not been
selected on your TV.

Use your TV Remote to select the
corresponding VIDEO input.

The microphone is not
connected to the mic jack
securely.

Securely connect the mic to the
mic jack.

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2.5 WATTS (RMS)

9.0 x 4.4 x 13.0 inches / 22.9 x 11.1 x 32.9 cm

2.95 lbs / 1.35 kgs

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3.5mm stereo headphone jack

AUX IN SECTION

DC 12V 1A

DC 12V (8 x “C” CELL)
(BATTERIES ARE NOT INCLUDED)

Specifications are typical. Individual units might vary and are subject to continuous
improvement without notice and/or incurring any obligation.