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.

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The Singing Machine is a registered trademark of The Singing Machine Co., Inc.

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The Singing Machine es una marca registrada de The Singing Machina Co., Inc.

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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.

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 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 i n c l u d e d i n t h e l i t e r a t u r e accompanying this product.

CAUTION

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

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!

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

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.

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 does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH	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.
	15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected				ANTENNA
	to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
					LEAD IN
	provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static				WIRE
	charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical 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
	antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of	SERVICE			DISCHARGE UNIT
		ELECTRIC			(NEC SECTION 810-20)
	antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and	EQUIPMENT
					GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
	requirements for the grounding Electrode. See figure:				(NEC SECTION 810-21)
					GROUND CLAMPS
	NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE			POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
	S2898A			ELECTRODE SYSTEM
				(NEC ART 250. PART H)

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.

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INTRODUCTION

Your Compact Disc + Graphics with Built-In TV, Karaoke Center will provide you with many years of fun and entertainment. You will be the “star” while singing with your favorite recordings as well as listening to your voice with the music through the 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 read this manual thoroughly 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 Center:

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

Auto Voice Control - 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 when using 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.

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

- lift up camera lens to display your image on The Singing Machine’s monitor.

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

Auxiliary Output Jacks - allows you to connect another audio output component, such as an equalizer/booster or a PA system.

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CONTROL LOCATIONS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

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	11	25
	12
	13	26
		27
	14	28
	15	29
	16	30
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	18	31
	19	32
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	21	33
	22	34
	23	35
	24	36

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FRONT VIEW
1.	REPEAT Indicator	14.	VIDEO OUT Button			27.	ON/OFF Button
2.	PROGRAM Indicator	15.	REPEAT Button			28.	ON/OFF LED
3.	LED Display	16.	PITCH Control			29.	SKIP Button
4.	CDG Indicator	17.	PLAY/PAUSE Button			30.	ECHO Control
5.	PLAY/PAUSE Indicator	18.	BALANCE Control			31.	AUTO VOICE CONTROL
6.	Model Number	19.	Cassette Door			32.	MIC 1 Jack
7.	STOP Button	20.	FUNCTION Selector			33.	MIC 2 Jack
8.	CD Door	21.	MONITOR Selector			34.	PAUSE Button
9.	CD Door Open Button	22.	RECORD Button			35.	STOP/EJECT Button
10.	Camera Lens	23.	PLAY Button			36.	FAST FORWARD Button
11.	Monitor	24.	REWIND Button			37.	Loudspeaker
12.	Master Volume Control	25.	MIC VOLUME Control
13.	PROGRAM Button	26.	SKIP Button

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CONTROL LOCATIONS

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	39	44
	40	45
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	42	46
		47
		48

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REAR VIEW
38.	MIC Holder	44.	AUX IN Jack (L)
39.	AUX OUT Jack (L)	45.	VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL
40.	VIDEO IN Jack	46.	CONTRAST CONTROL
41.	VIDEO OUT Jack	47.	BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
42.	AUX OUT Jack (R)	48.	AUX IN Jack (R)
43.	MIC Holder	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: The supplied AC power cord has a polarized plug that fits into the wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit properly, turn it over and try again. Do not force it.

CONNECTING TO YOUR 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 RCA plugs 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 Singing Machine logo or lyrics on your TV screen will insure you have connected your TV or VCR properly.

VIDEO CONNECTION

Please follow the steps below to display CDG lyrics on the TV screen:

(1)Locate the multicolored patch cords.

(2)Connect video cable (yellow) to the Video Out jack on the back of the Singing Machine.

(3)Connect the other end of the Video Cable (yellow) to the Video Input on your TV or VCR.

REAR VIEW OF

SINGING MACHINE

REAR VIEW OF TV

VIDEO

AUX

R

L

IN

OUT IN

L

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

R

OUT

VIDEO OUTPUT		VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)		(Yellow Jack)

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

If your television or VCR does not have the required Video Input, you will need an 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 specify the source the TV or VCR is to display. Your TV or VCR user guide can tell you how to display the video signal from 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 using most CDGs. If the background color is inconsistent or flashing, please try connecting your Singing Machine to a standard tube television.

COMMON WAYS TO CONFIGURE YOUR TV OR VCR

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 a CDG on your Singing Machine prior to making these connections. You will have the ability to view lyrics on your TV screen as soon as you complete the set up correctly.

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 of your 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 from the cable or antennae.

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 listed below the most common ways of setting up a TV/VCR:

(1)In the setup menu for configuring the TV/VCR there may be an option on 'Input Selection' where you may choose between '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 also could 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 the Video input source.

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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING A 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.

(2)Connect Video Cable (yellow) to the Video In of the back of the Singing Machine.

(3)Connect the other end of the Video Cable (yellow) to the Video Output on another video source such as a VCR.

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

(5)Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD knobs located under the monitor of the Singing Machine for the best picture quality.

REAR VIEW OF				REAR VIEW OF VCR
SINGING MACHINE
	VIDEO	AUX					R	L
	IN	OUT IN
		L		VIDEO OUT				AUDIO OUT
	OUT	R

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 end of the patch cord into the red AUX OUT jack on unit. Now connect 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

SINGING MACHINE

REAR VIEW OF TV

AUX

R

L

OUT

IN

L

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

R

AUX OUTPUT		AUX OUTPUT			AUDIO INPUT			AUDIO INPUT
L		R			R			L
(White Jack)		(Red Jack)			(Red Jack)			(White Jack)

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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’s AUX IN L & R jacks.

	REAR VIEW OF	ANOTHER
	SINGING MACHINE	AUDIO COMPONENT
	AUX	R	L
	OUT IN
	L	VIDEO OUT	AUDIO OUT
	R

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AUX INPUT		AUX INPUT			AUDIO OUTPUT			AUDIO OUTPUT
R		L			R			L
(Red Jack)		(White Jack)			(Red Jack)			(White Jack)

MONITOR Selector

To play a CDG disc, set the MONITOR Selector to either CAMERA, CDG/AUX or OFF mode.

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

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

To display a video signal from another A/V component, set the FUNCTION Selector to AUX mode and MONITOR Selector to CDG/AUX mode.

To turn off the monitor on the Singing Machine, set the MONITOR Selector to OFF mode.

Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD knobs located under the monitor of the Singing Machine for the best picture quality.

FUNCTION Selector and VIDEO OUT Button

To display image on the TV, set FUNCTION Selector to CDG position and set the VIDEO OUT Button to CAMERA mode.

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

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CD OR CD+G OPERATION

PREPARATION

This unit is designed to play CD’s bearing the identification logo " ". If CD’s do not conform to the CD standard, they may not play properly.

Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off with a soft cloth. Wipe in a straight motion from the center of the disc to the outside edge.

Never use chemicals, such as record cleaning sprays, antistatic sprays or fluids, benzene or 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 can be played on only one side.

To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

Discs should be returned to their cases after use to protect them from dust and scratches.

To prevent warping the disc, do not expose it to direct sunlight, high humidity or high temperatures for extended periods of time.

Do not apply paper or write anything on either side of the disc. The inks used in some felt-tips pens may damage the surfaces of the disc.

PLAYING CD OR CD+G DISC

Adjust MASTER VOLUME control on your unit, TV or audio system to a comfortable level.

Adjust MIC/ECHO/BALANCE controls as needed to achieve the desired mix of music and vocals through your TV or sound system.

Do not press the disc cover of the CD compartment while it’s playing.

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

Do not apply excessive force to the disc cover.

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

TURNING POWER ON/OFF

To power on the karaoke center, press the ON/OFF button, the ON/OFF LED will illuminate.

To turn off the system, press the ON/OFF button again, the ON/OFF LED will turn off.

FUNCTION SELECT

Set the FUNCTION SELECT switch to CD+G.

MONITOR SELECT

To play a CDG, set MONITOR Selector to either CAMERA, CDG/AUX or OFF mode.

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

To turn off the monitor on the Singing Machine, set MONITOR Selector to OFF mode.

Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD knobs located under the monitor of the Singing Machine to display the best picture quality.

LOADING A DISC

Press the CD door OPEN button to open the CD compartment door. Place a disc in the compartment with the printing side facing upward and the shiny side facing down.

Press the CLOSE point (for CD door) again to close the CD compartment. The LED window will display total number of track. (If no disc is loaded, it will display “”).

(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

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 Indicator will flash.

To resume play, press this button again.

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 instrumental break or you stop the song and start it from the beginning.

STOP MODE

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

SKIP PLAY (For both CD and CDG discs.)

During STOP mode, you can skip up or down to your desired track number by pressing a SKIP button( - SKIP - ).

To resume playing the selected song, press PLAY/PAUSE button.

SEARCH (For audio CD disc 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 REPEAT LED will start to flash.

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

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

PROGRAM

Use this button to program and play back songs in a preselected order.

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 clear all the programmed entries.

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CASSETTE OPERATION

LOADING AND UNLOADING CASSETTES

Follow these steps to load and unload cassettes:

1.Press STOP/EJECT button (10).

2.Insert cassette with desired side facing you, tape surface down. Avoid touching tape.

3.Close cassette holder/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’ sound is heard. Note: To unload, press STOP/EJECT button

(10), remove cassette and close cover.

PLAYBACK

1.Turn on POWER (7).

2.Set FUNCTION SELECT switch (4) to TAPE.

3.Load cassette into the cassette compartment.

4.Depress PLAY button (5).

5.Adjust MASTER VOLUME (1), and BALANCE

(3)controls to your pleasure.

6.To stop the tape, press STOP/EJECT button

(10)on that Deck once. (A second pressing will eject the tape.) Or, when a tape reaches its end, that deck will automatically stop and its PLAY button (5) will be released.

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.

SING ALONG - Tape

1.Follow instructions for PLAYBACK.

2.Follow instructions for MICROPHONES/

ECHO/PITCH.

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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	2
cassettes, you can sing duets along with the	3
recorded artist and background music. Or by	4
turning the BALANCE Control (3), you can
eliminate the vocal track and do a solo
performance with the background music.	5

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CASSETTE OPERATION

RECORDING SING ALONG - CD or CDG disc (Audio only, Video is not possible)

1.Load a blank cassette.

2.Load a Singing Machine or similar multiples CD/CDG disc or any other pre- r e c o r d e d k a r a o k e d i s c i n t o C D compartment.

3.Rotate PITCH control to central position.

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

PUBLIC ADDRESS - Using a Microphone

Public Address (PA) Operation Procedures.

1.Connect the supplied microphone to either one of the MIC input 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.

NOTE: To prevent feedback or whistling from 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.

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.

The output sound level drops.

The previous recording is not completely erased.

Recording is not performed satisfactorily.

T h e r e f o r e , f o r c o n t i n u e d h i g h 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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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 since these could damage the finish or your unit. It is important that no liquid reaches the inside of the unit.

NOTE

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 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.

N O T E : D o	n o t u s e t h e
d e t e r g e n t	o r a b r a s i v e

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 the problem.

	PROBLEM		POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
	No power when the unit		No power plug connection at	Insert the power plug into the AC
	is on.		the AC outlet.	outlet.
	No power when plugged		Power cord is not connected	Connect power cord to machine
	in.		to machine.	securely.
			Volume control is set to	Turn up the volume.
			minimum.
			Volume control on TV set/PA	Turn up the volume at TV/PA
			system is set to minimum.	system.
	No sound.		TV set/PA system power is	Turn on the power at TV/PA
			OFF.	system.
			AUX OUT jacks not	Follow directions on page E9 for
			connected.	‘Audio Connection’.
			The wrong function is	Select the correct function.
			selected.
			Disc is inserted upside	Insert disc correctly.
			down.
			Disc is dirty.	Wipe clean with soft cloth.
			Disc is scratched.	Use a new disc.
	CD Player does not		Disc is warped.	Use a new disc.
	work normally or the
	LED displays ,		A nonstandard disc is	Only use discs bearing standard
	, or .		inserted.	logo as described on page E11.
			Moisture has formed inside	Wait about 20 to 30 minutes to let
			the CD deck.	it dry out.
			Singing Machine needs to	Disconnect the machine from the
				power source for 30 seconds then
			be reset.
				reconnect.
			Source Selection on your	Select AUX IN as the source for
	No sound - when audio		stereo is not set properly.	your home stereo.
	is connected to a home		Improper Connection to	Follow direction	on	page	E9 for
	stereo.
				connecting to	a	home	stereo
			stereo system or PA.
				system.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

	PROBLEM		POSSIBLE CAUSE				SOLUTION
	No sound - If audio is		Source Selection on TV or				Follow directions on page E7 for
	going through TV or
			VCR is not correct.				‘Video Connection’.
	VCR.
			Dirty capstan.				Clean capstan.
	CASSETTE		Irregular cassette tape				Replace tape.
			winding.
	Unsteady tape sound.
			Pitch control may be in				Adjust Pitch control.
			wrong position.
			The erasure prevention tabs				Replace tape or cover tab
			are broken out.				openings with adhesive tape.
	Cannot record.
			Play	button	and	Record	When recording, make sure that
			button	were	not	pressed	both the Record and Play buttons
			down simultaneously.				are pressed down at the same time.
	Recorded tape sound		Dirty head.				Clean capstan.
	is distorted.		Faulty cassette tape.				Replace tape.
			Video cable is not connected				Connect the video cable to the
			properly to the TV.				Singing Machine’s VIDEO OUT
							and to the TV VIDEO IN.
			Source selector on TV is not				Using your TV Remote to select
			set to VIDEO.				VIDEO input.
							Connect from VIDEO OUT of the
	No song lyrics appear						system to the VIDEO IN of your
							VCR or Connect to an RF
	on the TV screen.
			TV does not have video line				Modulator and then to the TV
			input.				cable input. Refer to “Making the
							Connections” on page E7.
							Check the disc to be sure it is a
							CDG.
			A CDG is loaded but the				Check disc to be sure it is clean.
							(See page E15 for cleaning
			CDG indicator is not lit.
							instructions.)
	Picture is jumping up		VERTICAL HOLD Control is				Adjust the VERTICAL HOLD
	and down.		not set correctly.				Control.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
	No image display on	The Camera Lens is down.	Lift up a Camera Lens.
	Singing Machine’s	Monitor Selector is not set	Set MONITOR Selector to
	monitor.
		properly.	CAMERA mode.
		Mic volume control.	Adjust mic volume to max. Then
			back it off to a comfortable level.
	No sound from mic.
		Mic is off.	Turn on mic with the ON/OFF
			switch located on the microphone.

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SPECIFICATIONS

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		AUDIO SECTION:
		OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM)	5 WATTS (RMS)
		OUTPUT IMPEDANCE	8 OHMS
		CD PLAYER SECTION:
		FREQUENCY RESPONSE	100 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 3dB)
		SIGNAL - TO - NOISE RATIO	50 dB
		WOW AND FLUTTER	IMMEASURABLE
		D - A CONVERSION	1-BIT DAC
		NUMBER OF PROGRAMS	20 STEPS RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAMMING
		SAMPLING SYSTEM	8 TIMES OVER SAMPLING
		MONITOR SECTION	5.5” TV MONITOR
			NTSC SYSTEM
		(WHERE APPLICABLE)
			220 LINE RESOLUTION
		CASSETTE DECK SECTION:
		WOW AND FLUTTER	0.35% (WRMS)
		FREQUENCY RESPONSE	125 Hz - 6.3 kHz (+/- 5dB)
		TAPE SPEED	4.75cm/sec.
		MICROPHONE	-74 dB 600 OHMS IMPEDANCE WITH
			6.3mm DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
		POWER SECTION	AC 110V-120V~60Hz
		(WHERE APPLICABLE)
		DIMENSIONS (H x W x D)	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
			1. PRE-RECORDED KARAOKE CD+G DISC
		ACCESSORIES	2. AV CABLE
			3. DYNAMIC MICROPHONE

Specifications are typical, individual units might vary. They are subject to continuous improvement without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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