The Singing Machine STVG-535 User Manual

Instruction Manual
Manual De Instrucción
Manuel D'instruction

THE LEADER IN HOME KARAOKE AND BEYOND

STVG-535

Compact Disc + Graphics
With Built-In TV Karaoke Center

Disco Compacto + Gráficos
Con El Central De Karaoke En La TV

Disque Compact + Graphiques
Avec Centre Karaoké Encastre

Please read before using this unit.
Lea antes de usar esta unidad.
Veuillez lire avant d'utiliser cet appareil.

The Singing Machine is a registered trademark of The Singing Machine Co., Inc.
The Singing Machine es una marca registrada de The Singing Machina Co., Inc.

The Singing Machine est une marque déposée de The Singing Machine Co., Inc.

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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 thisproduct.

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 ofHealth andHuman Services.

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 to possibleeye injury.

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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

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area.

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

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 intendeduse.

CAUTION!

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

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

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WARNINGS

NOTE: This digital apparatus doesnot exceedthe ClassB limits for radio noiseemissions fromdigital apparatusas
set outin the Radio Interference Regulationsof Industry Canada. These limits are designed to providereasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
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 interference will not occur 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 useris encouragedto tryto correctthe interferenceby oneor moreof
the following measures:

Reorient or relocatethe receivingantenna.

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Increase the separationbetween theequipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipmentinto anoutlet on a circuit differentfrom that towhich thereceiver is connected.

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Consult the dealeror anexperienced radio /TV technicianfor help.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Read Instructions

2. Retain Instructions

3. Heed Warnings
4 Follow Instructions

. -All operatingand useinstructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning

cleaners. Use adamp clothfor cleaning the exterior only. DoNOT attemptto cleanthe inside.

6. Attachments

hazards.

7. Water and Moisture

sink, or laundrytub; ina wet basement, or neara swimmingpool, andthe like.

8. Accessories

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'sinstructions, andshould usea mounting accessory recommendedby
the manufacturer.

Aproduct andcart combinationshould be movedwith care.Quick stops,excessive

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force, and unevensurfaces maycause the appliance and cartCombination tooverturn.

10. Ventilation

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

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

plug havingone bladewider than the other). This plug will fit intothe poweroutlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insertthe plugfully intothe outlet,try reversingthe plug.If theplug shouldstill failto
fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.

Alternate Warnings

third (grounding) pin. Thisplug willonly fitinto agrounding-type power outlet. Thisis asafety feature.If youare
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purposeof thegrounding-type plug.

-All thesafety andoperating instructions should be readbefore theproduct isoperated.

- The safetyand operatinginstructions shouldbe retainedfor future reference.

-All warningson theproduct and in the operatinginstructions shouldbe adheredto.

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

- Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause

- Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen

- Do not place this product on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may

- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of

- This productshould beoperated only from thetype ofpower sourceindicated on the marking

- This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a

- This product may be equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 thepoint wherethey exit from theproduct.

14. Protective Attachment Plug

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This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If

- The product is equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection.

replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by
the manufacturer thathas thesame overload protection as theoriginal plug.

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 NationalElectrical Code,ANSI/NFPA 70,

GROUND
CLAMP

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 thegrounding Electrode.See figure:

16. Lightning

- For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART250. PART H)

unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damageto theproduct due to lightning andpower-line surges.

17. Power Lines

-An outsideantenna system should not be located inthe vicinityof overheadpower linesor 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 mightbe fatal.

18. Overloading

- Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can

result in arisk offire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry

- Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may
touch dangerousvoltage pointsor short-outparts that could result in a fire or electricshock. Neverspill liquidof
any kind onthe product.

20. Servicing

- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage orother hazards.Refer all servicing toqualified servicepersonnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service

- Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under thefollowing conditions:
a) When the power-supplycord orplug is damaged,
b) If liquid hasbeen spilled,or objects havefallen intothe product,
c) If theproduct hasbeen exposedto rain orwater,
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 producthas beendropped or damaged in anyway,and
f) When the productexhibits adistinct change in performance- thisindicates aneed 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 mayresult infire, electric shock, or otherhazards.

23. Safety Check

- Uponcompletion ofany serviceor repairsto this product, askthe servicetechnician toperform

safety checks todetermine thatthe product is in properoperating 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 (includingamplifiers) thatproduce heat.

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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INTRODUCTION

Your Compact Disc + Graphicswith Built-InTV, Karaoke Center will provide you
with many years of fun and entertainment.
recordings as well aslistening toyour voice with themusic throughthe system’s speakers.

This karaoke center is compact and designed to include many features, yet it is easy to use.
After just a few simple instructions, you will become an expert. Before you attempt to use your
unit, please readthis manualthoroughly tofamiliarize yourselfwith allthe features available and
the sections of the manual that describe their operation. Next, go to the section for the specific
operation you wish toperform.

For your easy reference,listed hereare some of themain featuresof thisKaraoke Center:

You will be the “star” while singing with your favorite

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Lyricson TVscreen

Auto Voice Control

prerecorded, multiplex karaoke disc or tape is played. To activate, just rotate mic volume to a
comfortable listening level, andAuto Voice Control for the best balance between playback and
microphone levels.

Balance Control

and the music whenusing amultiplex karaoke disc.

Echo Control

Master VolumeControl

desired volume level isobtained.

Multiple Karaoke music center

cassette tapes.

Built - In Speaker

Auxiliary Output Jacks

equalizer/booster or a PAsystem.

- displays the lyricswith thetempo of music whenplaying CD+Gdiscs.

- lets you replace the original singer's voice with your own voice when any

lets you adjust the balance between the prerecorded original singer's voice

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- letsyou addan echoto enrich your voice fora concerthall effect.

- lets you turn the volume control clockwise orcounter - clockwise until

- it plays audio Compact Discs, CD+Graphics discs and

- liftup cameralens to display yourimage onThe Singing Machine’smonitor.

- letsyou sharethe musicwith your family or friends.

allows you to connect another audio output component, such as an

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CONTROL LOCATIONS

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FRONT VIEW

1. REPEAT Indicator

2. PROGRAM Indicator

3. LED Display

4. CDG Indicator
PLAY/PAUSE Indicator

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6. Model Number

7. STOP Button

8. CD Door

9. CD Door Open Button

10. Camera Lens

11. Monitor

12. Master Volume Control

13. PROGRAM Button

14. VIDEO OUT Button

15. REPEAT Button

16. PITCH Control

17. PLAY/PAUSE Button

18. BALANCE Control

19. Cassette Door

20. FUNCTION Selector

21. MONITOR Selector

22. RECORD Button

23. PLAY Button

24. REWIND Button

25. MIC VOLUME Control

26. SKIP Button

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27. ON/OFF Button

28. ON/OFF LED

29. SKIP Button

30. ECHO Control

31. AUTO VOICE CONTROL

32. MIC 1 Jack

33. MIC 2 Jack

34. PAUSE Button

35. STOP/EJECT Button

36. FAST FORWARD Button

37. Loudspeaker

CONTROL LOCATIONS

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REAR VIEW

38. MIC Holder

39. AUX OUT Jack (L)

40. VIDEO IN Jack

41. VIDEO OUT Jack

42. AUX OUT Jack (R)

43. MIC Holder

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44. AUX IN Jack (L)

45. VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL

46. CONTRAST CONTROL

47. BRIGHTNESS CONTROL

48.

AUX IN Jack (R)

49. AC Power Cord

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING POWER

You can power the system from a standard AC outlet by using the supplied power cord.

CAUTION: Thesupplied AC power cord hasa polarizedplug thatfits into the walloutlet onlyone

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way.If the plug does notfit properly, turn itover andtry again. Do notforce it.

CONNECTING TOYOUR TV

The Singing Machine includes a patch cord to provide you the option of either connecting an
external audio/sound system and/or video device. The patch cord has three RCAplugs at each
end; the White and Red are for left and right audio connections, the Yellow is to connect the
video.

It is recommended that a CDG disc is playing while connecting your TV or VCR. The display of
the SingingMachine logo or lyrics on your TV screen will insureyou have connected yourTV or
VCR properly.

VIDEO CONNECTION

Please follow the stepsbelow todisplay CDG lyrics on theTV screen:
(1) Locate the multicolored patch cords.
(2) Connect video cable (yellow) tothe Video Outjack on the back ofthe SingingMachine.
(3) Connect the other end of the Video Cable (yellow) to the Video Input on your TV or

VCR.

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SINGING MACHINE

VIDEO

AUX

OUT

IN

IN

L

REAR VIEW OF TV

R

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

L

OUT

VIDEO OUTPUT

(Yellow Jack)

R

VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

If your television orVCR does not have the required Video Input, you will needan RF Modulator
(Radio Frequency Modulator), which connects through your TV Antenna or cable line and
serves as Video Input.

An RF Modulator can be purchased at almost any consumer electronics retailer. If you are
connecting the video from the Singing Machine to either a television or a VCR video input jack,
you must specifythe source the TV or VCR is todisplay. Your TV or VCRuser guide can tell you
how to display thevideo signalfrom the ‘Video In’ jack.

If you don’t have the manual for your TV or VCR, we suggest calling the TV or VCR,
manufacturer’s customer service department. Only the manufacturer will be able to tell you very
quickly how to configure your TV or VCR to display the video signal coming from the ‘Video
Input’jack.

Note: Some projection TV sets do not properly display the standard blue background when

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using most CDGs. If the background color is inconsistent or flashing, please try connecting your
Singing Machine to astandard tubetelevision.

COMMON WAYSTO CONFIGURE YOURTV ORVCR

Your Singing Machine is designed to connect to your TV the same way you would connect a
video camera, VCR or video game. The Singing Machine is constantly sending the video and
audio signals to the 'Video Out' and 'AUX OUT' jacks whenever you play a CDG. We
recommend playing aCDG onyour SingingMachine prior to making these connections.Youwill
have the ability toview lyricson your TVscreen assoon asyou complete the set upcorrectly.

We refer to TV/VCR because manufacturers use very similar ways to connect TVs and VCRs
and you can connect your Singing Machine to a TV, VCR or satellite system (contact your
satellite company for instructions). The setup ofyour TV/VCR is the most difficult part of making
the connection for displaying your Singing Machine lyrics. In most homes, the TV has either a
cable connected or antennae in use. Once you connect your Singing Machine to the TV/VCR,
choose the correct input on your TV/VCR to display lyrics from The Singing Machine instead of
the usual input fromthe cableor antennae.

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Check your TV/VCR user manual for the easiest way to setup your particular entertainment
system. If you don't have your manual please contact your TV/VCR manufacturer for
information either by phone or by viewing their website for online assistance. We've listedbelow
the most common waysof settingup a TV/VCR:

(1)

In the setup menu for configuring the TV/VCR there may be an option on 'Input Selection'
where you may choosebetween 'Cable/Ant’,'Video 1', or'Video 2'etc. as the input source.

(2)

Try looking for a 'Video' channel between the highest channel and the lowest channel on
your TV or VCR.(i.e. between 99 and 2 alsocould be one of the following:'VIDEO',’INPUT'
or 'GAME')

(3) Look for a button on the remote control for the TV/VCR you are connecting to which notes

'VIDEO', 'VIDEO 1', 'Game', 'AUX', 'EXT', 'LINE1', 'LINE-IN' or occasionally the 'VCR'
button will display theVideo input source.

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTINGA VIDEO COMPONENT FOR INPUT

Please follow the steps below to display CDG lyrics on the Singing Machine’s monitor from
another video source:

(1) Locate the multicolored patch cords.

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(2) Connect Video Cable (yellow)to theVideo In of the backof theSinging Machine.
(3) Connect the other end of the Video Cable (yellow) to the Video Output on another video

source such as aVCR.

Set the FUNCTION SELECT to AUX mode and the MONITOR ON/OFF switch to ON.

(4)
(5) Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and knobs located under the

monitor of the Singing Machine for the best picture quality.

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VIDEO

OUT

AUX

OUT

IN

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R

VERTICAL HOLD

IN

REAR VIEW OF VCR

R

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

L

VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)

VIDEO OUTPUT

(Yellow Jack)

AUDIO CONNECTION

Connect the unit to your TV or home stereo system using the white and red connections on the
supplied patch cord. Plug the white end of the patch cord into the white AUX OUT jack on the
unit. Plug the red endof thepatch cordinto thered AUX OUTjack onunit. Nowconnect the other
end of the cable’s white (left channel) and red (right channel) plugs to your TV or home stereo
system’s ‘AUDIO IN’or ‘AUX IN’jacks.

REAR VIEW OF

AUX OUTPUT

L

(White Jack)

SINGING MACHINE

AUX

OUT

IN

L

R

AUX OUTPUT

R

(Red Jack)

REAR VIEW OF TV

R

VIDEO IN

AUDIO INPUT

AUDIO IN

R

(Red Jack)

L

AUDIO INPUT

L

(White Jack)

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING AN AUDIO COMPONENT FOR INPUT

To connect another audio source (such as a Tuner, an AV Receiver or a VCR) so you can sing
along with its music, simply connect the Audio Output jacks (Red & White RCA jacks) to the
Singing Machine’sAUX INL & R jacks.

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REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

AUX

OUT

IN

L

R

AUX INPUT

R

(Red Jack)

AUX INPUT

L

(White Jack)

VIDEO OUT

ANOTHER

AUDIO COMPONENT

R

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUTPUT

R

(Red Jack)

AUDIO OUTPUT

(White Jack)

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MONITOR Selector

To play aCDG disc,set theMONITOR Selector to eitherCAMERA, CDG/AUXor OFF mode.

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To display your image on the Singing Machine’s monitor, set the MONITOR Selector to

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CAMERAmode.
To display CDG lyrics on the Singing Machine’s monitor, set the MONITOR Selector to

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CDG/AUX mode
To display a video signal from another A/V component, set the FUNCTION Selector toAUX

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mode and MONITOR Selectorto CDG/AUX mode.
To turn offthe monitoron the Singing Machine, setthe MONITOR Selectorto OFF mode.

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Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD knobs located under the

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monitor of the SingingMachine forthe best picture quality.

FUNCTION Selector and VIDEOOUT Button

To display image on the TV, set FUNCTION Selector to CDG position and set the VIDEO

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OUT Button toCAMERA mode.
To display CDG lyrics on theTV, set FUNCTION Selector to CDG position and set the VIDEO

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OUT Button toCDG mode.

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

PREPARATION

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This unit is designed to play CD’s bearing the identification logo . If CD’s do not
conform to the CDstandard, theymay not play properly.
Fingerprints and dust should becarefully wiped off with a soft cloth. Wipe in a straight motion

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from the center ofthe discto the outside edge.
Never use chemicals,such as record cleaning sprays,antistatic sprays or fluids, benzene or

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thinner to clean compact discs. These chemicals will permanently damage the plastic
surface of the disc.
Always place the compact disc on the disc tray with the label facing upward. Compact discs

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can be played ononly oneside.
To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the caseand lift the disc

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out, holding it carefullyby theedges.
Discs should be returnedto theircases after use to protectthem fromdust and scratches.

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To prevent warping the disc, do not expose it to direct sunlight, high humidity or high

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temperatures for extended periodsof time.
Do not apply paper or write anything oneither side of the disc. The inks used in some felt-tips

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pens may damage thesurfaces ofthe disc.

PLAYING CD OR CD+GDISC

Adjust MASTER VOLUME controlon yourunit, TV oraudio systemto acomfortable level.

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Adjust MIC/ECHO/BALANCE controls as needed to achieve the desired mix of music and

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vocals through your TVor sound system.
Do not press thedisc coverof the CD compartmentwhile it’s playing.

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Never place anything except a compact disc on the disc tray. Foreign objects can damage

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the unit.
Do not apply excessiveforce tothe disc cover.

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Only place one discon thedisc tray at atime.

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TURNING POWER ON/OFF

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To power onthe karaokecenter, pressthe ON/OFFbutton, the ON/OFF LEDwill illuminate.
To turn offthe system,press the ON/OFF button again,the ON/OFFLED will turn off.

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FUNCTION SELECT

Set the FUNCTION SELECTswitch to CD+G.

MONITOR SELECT

To play aCDG,set MONITOR Selector to eitherCAMERA, CDG/AUXor OFFmode.

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To display the CDG lyrics on the Singing Machine’s monitor, set MONITOR Selector to

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CDG/AUX mode.
To turn offthe monitoron the Singing Machine, setMONITOR Selector to OFFmode.

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Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD knobs located under the

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monitor of the SingingMachine todisplay the best picturequality.

LOADINGA DISC

Press the CD door OPEN button to open the CD compartment door. Place a disc in the

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compartment withthe printingside facingupward and the shiny sidefacing down.
Press the CLOSE point (for CD door) again to close the CD compartment. The LED window

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will display total numberof track.(If no disc is loaded,it willdisplay “ ”).

(Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide on page E16 if a disc is loaded but the total tracks
do not appear.)

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

PLAY/PAUSE MODE

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To start playing, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The first track [ ] and the PLAY/PAUSE
LED will be lit.
To temporarily stop playing, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PLAY/PAUSE LED

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Indicator will flash.
To resume play, press thisbutton again.

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PLEASE NOTE: Pressing pause when a CDG is playing may cause distorted lyrics on the
monitor. Any distortion will remain until the whole screen is refreshed during
an instrumentalbreak oryou stopthe song and start itfrom the beginning.

STOPMODE

If the STOP button is pressed in the course of playing, the disc it will cease to play. (The total
number of tracks willbe shownon the LED display).

SKIP PLAY(For bothCD and CDG discs.)

During STOP mode, you can skip up or down to your desired track number by pressing a

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SKIP button( - SKIP- ).
To resume playingthe selectedsong, pressPLAY/PAUSE button.

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SEARCH (For audio CDdisc only.)

When playing any audio CD, press and hold the SKIP button ( -SKIP- ). The CD will
search at high speed in the forward or backward direction. Normal play will continue when you
release the button.

REPEAT

To repeat the track currently playing, press the REPEAT button once. The REPEATLED will

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start toflash.
To repeat all tracks, press the REPEAT button twice. The REPEAT LED will remain

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illuminated.
To clear the repeat function. Press the REPEAT button again. The REPEAT LED will no

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longer illuminate.

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PROGRAM

Use this button toprogram andplay back songs ina preselectedorder.

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Step 1: Programming should be done in the stop mode only. Press the PROGRAM key

until the PROGRAM LED flashes, the track will read [ ].
Step 2: Press the double arrow keys ( -SKIP- ) to select a desired track.
Step 3: Press PROGRAM key to confirm entry. You can repeat the same steps up to a

maximum of 20 tracks.
Step 4: Press PLAY to activate PROGRAM.
Press the STOP button to clearall theprogrammed entries.

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CASSETTE OPERATION

LOADINGAND UNLOADINGCASSETTES

Follow these steps toload andunload cassettes:

1. Press STOP/EJECT button (10).

2. Insert cassette with desired side facing you,

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tape surfacedown. Avoidtouching tape.

3. Close cassetteholder/tape cover.

To ensure firm locking of cassette holder/
tape covers, please press the cassette
door(s) at the center point (or the maximum
right position) until a‘click’ soundis heard.

To unload, press STOP/EJECT button

Note:

(10), remove cassette andclose cover.

PLAYBACK

1. Turn on POWER (7).

2. Set FUNCTIONSELECT switch (4) to TAPE.

3. Load cassetteinto the cassette compartment.

4. Depress PLAY button (5).

5. Adjust MASTER VOLUME (1), and BALANCE
(3) controls to yourpleasure.

6. To stop the tape, press STOP/EJECT button
(10) on that Deckonce. (Asecond pressing will
eject the tape.) Or, when a tape reaches its
end, that deck will automatically stop and its
PLAYbutton (5) will bereleased.

MICROPHONES/ECHO/PITCH

When either or both microphones are plugged
into the Microphone Jacks (9), their output is
mixed with the playback from cassette tapes.
Adjust Mic Volume (6) for best balance between
playback and microphone levels.
Adjust ECHO (8) to add depth and richness to
vocals, and PITCH (2) to control the speed of
cassette playback.

SINGALONG -Tape

1. Follow instructionsfor PLAYBACK.

2. Follow instructions for MICROPHONES/
ECHO/PITCH.

3. Adjust MASTER VOLUME (1), ECHO (8) and
PITCH (2) Controls. Your voice will be
combined with the playback output and will be
heard through the loudspeaker.

4. With Singing Machine or similar multiplex
cassettes, you can sing duets along with the
recorded artist and background music. Or by
turning the BALANCE Control (3), you can
eliminate the vocal track and do a solo
performance with the backgroundmusic.

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CASSETTE OPERATION

RECORDING SING ALONG - CD or CDG
disc (Audio only, Videois notpossible)

1. Load ablank cassette.

2. Load a Singing Machine or similar
multiples CD/CDG disc or any other pre­recorded karaoke disc into CD
compartment.

3. Rotate PITCHcontrol to central position.

4. Set the FUNCTION SELECT switch to
CD+G. Press SKIP to the desired track
number you wish torecord from.

5. Press PLAY to start playback on the CD
player. Press both RECORD and PLAY
buttons at the same time to begin
recording. The combined output of your
voice and the playback of CD or CDG
sound track will be recorded on the blank
tape.

PUBLICADDRESS -Using a Microphone

PublicAddress (PA) Operation Procedures.

1. Connect thesupplied microphoneto either
one of the MICinput jacks.

2. Press the POWER ON/OFF button to turn
the unit on.

3. Switch the FUNCTION SELECT to TAPE.
Rotate the MIC VOLUME control to central
position.

4. Move the ON/OFF switch located on the
microphone to the ON position and speak
or sing into the microphone. The
microphone sensitivity and loudness
could be adjusted as required by turning
the MIC VOLUME control and/or the
MASTER VOLUME control.

5. To add depth or ambiance to your voice,
adjust the ECHO control until the desired
effect is obtained.

To prevent feedback or whistling from

NOTE:

occurring, please be sure that the
microphone is not too close to the unit
unit.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

POWER SWITCH

After using the unit, turn off the power by
pressing the ON/OFF button.

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CLEANING THE UNIT

To clean the exterior of the unit, simply wipe
with a soft clean cloth moistened with plain
lukewarm water.

CLEANING TAPE HEAD

When the tape is running, magnetic tape
residue, powder and dust naturally
accumulate on the tape deck heads, capstan
and pinch roller, when they become too dirty,
you will find:

Sound quality deteriorates.

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The output sound leveldrops.

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The previous recording is not completely

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erased.
Recording is not performedsatisfactorily.

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Therefore, for continued high
performance from the cassette section,
periodically clean the heads, pinch
rollers and capstans whenever an
accumulation of dust and red-brown
oxide particles is noticed. To do this open
the cassette compartment. Carefully rub
the head (4,5), pinch roller (3) and
capstan (2) with a cotton swab (1)
moistened with isopropyl alcohol or
special head-cleaning fluid.

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NOTE

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Screwdrivers and other metal objects
should never be allowed to come in
contact with tape heads. These will
scratch the sensitive surface causing
damage to your tapes.
Magnets or magnetized objects

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should not be placed near tape
heads.

To prevent fire or shock hazard,
disconnect your stereo system
from the AC power plug when
cleaning.

COMPACT DISC
Handling Disc

Although the music tracks in the disc are
covered with a protective layer, it is still
advisable to treat the disc carefully.
Ensure that you always pick up discs by
the edge, and put them back in their
holders immediately after use.

CLEANING DISC

Cleaning will not normally be necessary.
However, should fingerprints, dust or
dirt appear, you can wipe them off with a
soft, lint-free cloth. Wipe the disc in a
straight line from center to edge. You
can moisten the disc first with ordinary
tap water if necessary.

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Proprietary tape head cleaners are
available from most HI-FI retail outlets.

CASSETTE DECK CARE

Use a clean soft cloth moistened with plain
lukewarm water and wrung dry. Never use
benzol, benzene or other strong chemical
cleaners sincethese could damage the finish
or your unit. It is important that no liquid
reaches the inside ofthe unit.

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NOTE: Do not use the
detergent or abrasive
cleaning agents, for they can
damage the disc.

CD PLAYER

The player mechanism is fitted with self­lubricating bearing and must not be
oiled or greased.

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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 remedy theproblem.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

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No power when the unit
is on.

No power when plugged
in.

No sound.

CD Player does not
work normally or the
LED displays ,

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No power plug connection at
the AC outlet.

Power cord is not connected
to machine.

Volume control is set to
minimum.

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

TV set/PA system power is
OFF.

AUX OUT jacks not
connected.

The wrong function is
selected.

Disc is inserted upside
down.

Disc is dirty.

Disc is scratched.

Disc is warped.

A nonstandard disc is
inserted.

Insert the power plug into the AC
outlet.

Connect power cord to machine
securely.

Turn up the volume.

Turn up the volume at TV/PA
system.

Turn on the power at TV/PA
system.

Follow directions on page E9 for
‘Audio Connection’.

Select the correct function.

Insert disc correctly.

Wipe clean with soft cloth.

Use a new disc.

Use a new disc.

Only use discs bearing standard
logo as described on page E11.

No sound - when audio
is connected to a home
stereo.

Moisture has formed inside
the CD deck.

Singing Machine needs to
be reset.

Source Selection on your
stereo is not set properly.

Improper Connection to
stereo system or PA.

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

Disconnect the machine from the
power source for 30 seconds then
reconnect.

Select AUX IN as the source for
your home stereo.

Follow direction on page E9 for
connecting to a home stereo
system.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

No sound - If audio is

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going through TV or
VCR.

CASSETTE
Unsteady tape sound.

Cannot record.

Recorded tape sound
is distorted.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Source Selection on TV or
VCR is not correct.

Dirty capstan.

Irregular cassette tape
winding.

Pitch control may be in
wrong position.

The erasure prevention tabs
are broken out.

Play button and Record
button were not pressed
down simultaneously.

Dirty head.

Faulty cassette tape.

Video cable is not connected
properly to the TV.

Source selector on TV is not
set to VIDEO.

SOLUTION

Follow directions on page E7 for
‘Video Connection’.

Clean capstan.

Replace tape.

Adjust Pitch control.

Replace tape or cover tab
openings with adhesive tape.

When recording, make sure that
both the Record and Play buttons
are pressed down atthe sametime.

Clean capstan.

Replace tape.

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

Using your TV Remote to select
VIDEO input.

No song lyrics appear
on the TV screen.

Picture is jumping up
and down.

TV does not have video line
input.

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

VERTICAL HOLD Control is
not set correctly.

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Connect from VIDEO OUT of the
system to the VIDEO IN of your
VCR or Connect to an RF
Modulator and then to the TV
cable input. Refer to “Making the
Connections” on page E7.
Check the disc to be sure it is a
CDG.

Check disc to be sure it is clean.
(See page E15 for cleaning
instructions.)

Adjust the VERTICAL HOLD
Control.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

No image display on
Singing Machine’s
monitor.

No sound from mic.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

The Camera Lens is down.

Monitor Selector is not set
properly.

Mic volume control.

Mic is off.

SOLUTION

Lift up a Camera Lens.

Set MONITOR to
CAMERA mode.

Adjust mic volume to max. Then
back it off to a comfortable level.

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

Selector

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SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SECTION:

OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM)
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

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CD PLAYER SECTION:

FREQUENCY RESPONSE
SIGNAL - TO - NOISE RATIO
WOW AND FLUTTER
D - A CONVERSION
NUMBER OF PROGRAMS
SAMPLING SYSTEM

5 WATTS (RMS)
8 OHMS

100 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 3dB)
50 dB
IMMEASURABLE
1-BIT DAC
20 STEPS RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAMMING
8 TIMES OVER SAMPLING

MONITOR SECTION

(WHERE APPLICABLE)

CASSETTE DECK SECTION:

WOW AND FLUTTER
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
TAPE SPEED

MICROPHONE

POWER SECTION

(WHERE APPLICABLE)

DIMENSIONS (HxWxD) 19.3 x 12.7 x 9.2 Inches / 49.5 x 32.6 x 23.5 cm

WEIGHT 15.4 lbs / 7.0 kgs

ACCESSORIES

Specifications are typical, individual units might vary. They are subject to continuous
improvement without notice andwithout incurringany obligation.

5.5” TV MONITOR
NTSC SYSTEM
220 LINE RESOLUTION

0.35% (WRMS)
125 Hz - 6.3 kHz (+/- 5dB)

4.75cm/sec.

-74 dB 600 OHMS IMPEDANCE WITH

6.3mm DYNAMIC MICROPHONEÆ

AC 110V-120V~60Hz

1. PRE-RECORDED KARAOKE CD+G DISC

2. AV CABLE

3. DYNAMIC MICROPHONE

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