Instruction Manual
SMG-158
Compact Disc + Graphics
Karaoke Center
Please read before using this unit.
The Singing MachineÒ is a registered trademark of The Singing Machine Co., Inc.
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. Useadampclothforcleaningtheexterioronly. DoNOTattempttocleantheinside.
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, orlaundrytub;inawetbasement, ornearaswimmingpool, andthelike.
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
maycausetheapplianceandcartcombinationtooverturn.
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
thesafetypurposeofthegrounding-typeplug.
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
themanufacturerthathasthesameoverloadprotectionastheoriginalplug.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
15. OutdoorAntennaGrounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system
is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
groundingelectrode. Seefigure:
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
S2898A
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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
willpreventdamagetotheproductduetolightningandpower-linesurges.
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
withthemmightbefatal.
18. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
resultinariskoffireorelectricshock.
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
dangerousvoltageorotherhazards. Referallservicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnelunderthefollowingconditions:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Whenthepower-supplycordorplugisdamaged,
Ifliquidhasbeenspilled, orobjectshavefallenintotheproduct,
Iftheproducthasbeenexposedtorainorwater,
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
itsnormaloperation.
e)
f)
Iftheproducthasbeendroppedordamagedinanyway, and
Whentheproductexhibitsadistinctchangeinperformance-thisindicatesaneedforservice.
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.
Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmayresultinfire, electricshock, orotherhazards.
23. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safetycheckstodeterminethattheproductisinproperoperatingcondition.
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 Karaoke System will provide you with many years of fun and
entertainment. It can let you be the “star” as you sing along with your favorite recordings and
hearyourvoicewiththemusicthroughthesystem’sspeaker.
This Karaoke System is easy to use, yet full of features with a compact design. After just a few
simple instructions, you will become an expert. Before you use your unit, please glance through
this manual to familiarize yourself with all the features available and the sections of the manual
that describe their operation. Next, go to the section for the specific operation you wish to
perform.
Foryoureasyreference, listedherearesomeofthemainfeaturesofthisKaraokeSystem:
LyricsonTVscreen-displaysthelyricswiththetempoofmusicwhenplayingCD+Gdiscs.
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
microphonelevels.
Balance Control - lets you adjust the balance between the prerecorded original singer's voice
andthemusicifyouuseamultiplexkaraokedisc.
EchoControl-letsyouaddanechotoenrichyourvoiceforaconcerthalleffect.
Master Volume Control- lets you turn the volume control clockwise or counter-clockwise until
desiredvolumelevelisobtained.
MultipleKaraokemusiccenter -itplaysaudioCompactDiscs, CD+Graphicsdiscs.
Built-InSpeaker-letsyousharethemusicwithyourfamilyorfriends.
Auxiliary Output Jacks - lets you connect another audio output component, such as an
equalizer/boosteroraPAsystem.
HeadphoneJack-letsyouconnecttheheadphonesinsteadofusingthebuilt-inspeaker.
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CONTROL LOCATIONS
1 2
3
4 5 6
7
8
9 10
11
12
13
14
15
21
22
23
24
16
25
26
27
17
18
19
20
28
FRONT VIEW
1. REPEAT LED Indicator
2. PROGRAM LED Indicator
3. CD Door
4. PLAY/PAUSE Button
5. LED Display
6. MODEL Number
7. PLAY/PAUSE LED Indicator
8. CDG LED Indicator
9. CD Door OPEN Lid
10. FUNCTION (CDG/AUX) Switch
11. ON/OFF Button
12. ON/OFF LED
15. STOP Button
16. MASTER Volume Control
17. Headphone Jack
18. AUTO VOICE CONTROL
19. MIC Holder
20. BALANCE Control
21. REPEAT Button
22. SKIP
Button
23. ECHO Control
24. MIC Volume Control
25. MIC Jack 2
26. MIC Jack 1
27. MIC Holder
28. Loudspeaker
13. PROGRAM Button
14. SKIP
Button
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CONTROL LOCATIONS
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
REAR VIEW
29. AUX IN Jack (L)
30. AUX OUT Jack (L)
31. VIDEO OUT Jack
32. AUX OUT Jack (R)
33. DC Jack (12V)
34. AUX IN Jack (R)
35. AC POWER Cord
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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
CONNECTINGPOWER
YoucanpowerthesystemfromastandardACoutletbyusingthesuppliedpowercord.
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.
DCJACKOPERATION
A DC jack is provided for external DC power for use in a car, boat or RV.Please be sure that the
inside of the jack is connected to the Å 12V side and the outside of the jack is connected to the
, negative side battery. 12 volt fuse protected lighter style plug extension cord with adapter is
recommended.
CONNECTINGTOYOURHEADPHONE
A Headphone Jack is provided for using headphones instead of built-in speaker. (Headphones
are sold separately.)
CONNECTING TO YOUR TV
The Singing Machine provides a patch cord to give you the option of connecting your unit to an
external audio/sound system and video device. The patch cord has three RCA jacks at each
end. White and Red are for left and right audio connections and the yellow is for connecting the
video.
Make sure that you have a CDG disc in the Singing Machine and playing when you are making
this connection. You will know you have the proper settings on your TV or VCR as soon as you
seetheSingingMachinelogoorlyricsonthescreen!
VIDEOCONNECTION
PleasefollowthestepsbelowtodisplayCDGlyricsontheTVscreen:
(1) Locatethemulticoloredpatchcords.
(2) Connectvideocable(yellow)totheVideoOutofthebackoftheSingingMachine.
(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
INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
R
L
VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)
VIDEO OUTPUT
(Yellow Jack)
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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
If your television 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
howtodisplaythevideosignalfromthe‘VideoIn’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.
D Note: Some projection TV sets do not display the standard blue background used on most
CDGs properly. If the background color is inconsistent or flashing, please try connecting your
SingingMachinetoastandardtubetelevision.
COMMONWAYSTOCONFIGUREYOURTVORVCR
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. So, load a CDG
into your Singing Machine before you start making these connections. You will see lyrics on the
TVscreenassoonasyougetthesetupcompletedcorrectly.
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.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, you must 'tell' your TV/VCR to display the input
fromtheSingingMachineinsteadoftheusualinputfromthecableorantenna.
Check your TV/VCR user manual for the easiest way to setup your particular entertainment
system. If you don't have your manual you can always call your TV/VCR manufacturer for that
information or try hitting their website for online assistance. We've listed below the most
commonwaysofsettingupaTV/VCR:
(1) In the setup menu for configuring the TV/VCR there may be an option on 'Input Selection'
whereyoumaychoosebetween'Cable/Ant.', 'Video1', or'Video2'etc. astheinputsource.
(2) Try looking for a 'Video' channel between the highest channel and the lowest channel on
yourTVorVCR. (i.e. Between99and2maybe'VIDEO'or'INPUT'or'GAME')
(3) Look for a button on the remote control for the TV/VCR you are connecting to that says
'VIDEO', 'VIDEO 1', 'Game', 'AUX', 'EXT', 'LINE1', 'LINE-IN' or occasionally the 'VCR'
buttonwilldisplaytheVideoinputsource.
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MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
AUDIO CONNECTION
Connect the SMG-158 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 output jack on the
SMG-158. Plug the red end of the patch cord into the red output jack on the SMG-158. Now
connect the other end of the cable’s white (left channel) and red (right channel) plugs to your TV
orhomestereosystem’s‘AudioIn’or‘AuxiliaryIn’jacks.
REAR VIEW OF
SINGING MACHINE
REAR VIEW OF TV
VIDEO
INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
R
L
AUX OUTPUT
L
(White Jack)
AUDIO INPUT
L
(White Jack)
AUX OUTPUT
R
(Red Jack)
AUDIO INPUT
R
(Red Jack)
FORCONNECTINGANAUDIOCOMPONENTFOROUTPUT
To connect an audio component (such as a power amplifier or PAsystem amplifier) so you can
hearthesystem’smusic&vocalthroughit, plugtheaudiocomponentintotheAUXOUTJacks.
REAR VIEW OF
SINGING MACHINE
ANOTHER
AUDIO COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
R
L
AUX OUTPUT
L
(White Jack)
AUDIO INPUT
L
(White Jack)
AUX OUTPUT
R
(Red Jack)
AUDIO INPUT
R
(Red Jack)
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CD OR CD+G OPERATION
PREPARATION
! This unit is designed to play CD’s bearing the identification logo "
conformtotheCDstandard, theymaynotplayproperly.
". If CD’s do not
! Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off with a soft cloth. Wipe in a straight motion
fromthecenterofthedisctotheoutsideedge.
! 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
surfaceofthedisc.
! Always place the compact disc on the disc tray with the label facing upward. Compact discs
canbeplayedononlyoneside.
! To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc
out, holdingitcarefullybytheedges.
! Discsshouldbereturnedtotheircasesafterusetoprotectthemfromdustandscratches.
! To prevent warping the disc, do not expose it to direct sunlight, high humidity or high
temperaturesforextendedperiodsoftime.
! Do not apply paper or write anything on either side of the disc. The inks used in some felt-tips
pens, maydamagethesurfacesofthedisc.
PLAYINGCDORCD+GDISC
! AdjustMASTERVOLUMEcontrolonyourunit, TVoraudiosystemtoacomfortablelevel.
! Adjust MIC/ECHO/BALANCE controls as needed to achieve the desired mix of music and
vocalsthroughyourTVorsoundsystem.
! DonotpressthedisccoveroftheCDcompartmentwhileit’splaying.
! Never place anything except a compact disc on the disc tray. Foreign objects can damage
the unit.
! Do not apply excessive force to disc cover.
! Only place one disc on the disc tray at a time.
TURNING POWER ON/OFF
To turn on the Karaoke center, press the ON/OFF button. The ON/OFF LED will light up. To turn
off the system, press the ON/OFF button again. The ON/OFF LED will turn off.
LOADINGADISC
Lift up CD door to open CD/CDG compartment door. Place a disc in the compartment with the
printedsidefacingtowardyou.
Gently close the CD door to the CD compartment. After a few seconds, the LED will display the
totalnumberoftracks. (Ifnodiscisloaded, itwilldisplay"
".)
(Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide on page E13 if a disc is loaded but the total tracks
do not appear.)
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CD 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
willflash.
Toresumeplay, pressthisbuttonagain.
STOPMODE
If the STOP button is pressed in the course of playing, the disc will cease to play. (The total
number of tracks will be shown on the LED window.)
SKIP
During STOP mode, you can skip up or down to your desired track number by pressing a SKIP
button(
-SKIP-
).
Toresumeplayingtheselectedsong, pressPLAY/PAUSEbutton.
SEARCH
When playing audio CD or CDG, press and hold the SKIPbutton (
-SKIP-
). The CD or
CDG will search at high speed in the forward or backward direction. Normal play will continue
whenyoureleasethebutton.
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 REPEATLED will light up and stay
lit.
! To clear the REPEAT function, press the REPEAT button again. The REPEAT LED will turn
off.
PROGRAM
!
Usethisbuttontoprogramandplaybacksongsinapreselectedorder.
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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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
POWER SWITCH
After using the unit, turn off the power by
pressing the ON/OFF button.
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.
CLEANING THE UNIT
To clean the exterior of the unit, simply wipe
with a soft clean cloth moistened with plain
lukewarm water.
CLEANING THE CD LASER LENS
For Best Results: Use a CD-lens cleaning
disc according to the cleaning disc
manufacturerinstructions.
If a lens cleaning disc is not available, use a
clean, soft, dry cotton cloth to gently wipe the
small, glass, fish-eye laser lens located in the
CDplayer.
NOTE: Do not use detergent
or abrasive cleaning agents,
for they can damage the
disc.
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
disconnect your stereo system
from the AC power plug when
cleaning.
CD PLAYER
The player mechanism is fitted with self-
lubricating bearings and must not be
oiled or greased.
COMPACTDISC
HandlingDisc
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.
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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
locateandremedytheproblem.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
No power when
POWER is on.
No power plug connection at Insert the power plug into the AC
the AC outlet. outlet.
No power when plugged The AC outlet may not have Check the outlet with a working
in.
power.
lamp or other electrical appliance.
Volume control is set to
minimum.
Turn up the volume.
Volume control on TV set/PA Turn up the volume at TV/PA
system is set to minimum.
system.
TV set/PAsystem power is
OFF.
Turn on the power at TV/PA
system.
No sound.
AUX OUT jacks not
connected.
Follow directions on page E9 for
‘Audio Connection’.
The wrong function is
selected.
Select the correct function.
Insert disc correctly.
Disc is inserted upside
down.
Disc is dirty.
Wipe clean with soft cloth.
Use a new disc.
Disc is scratched.
Disc is warped.
CD PLAYER
Cannot work normally or
Use a new disc.
¢ ¢, ¢ ¢ , or ¢
displayed.
¢ are
A nonstandard disc is
inserted.
Only use discs bearing standard
logo as described on page E10.
Moisture has formed inside Wait about 20 to 30 minutes to let
the CD deck.
it dry out.
Singing Machine needs to
be reset.
Unplug machine for 30 seconds.
Source Selection on your
stereo is not set properly.
Select AUX IN as the source for
your home stereo.
No sound - If audio is
going through home
stereo.
Follow direction on page E9 for
connecting to a home stereo
system.
Improper Connection to
stereo system or PA.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
No sound - If audio is
going through TV or
VCR.
Source Selection on TV or
VCR is not correct.
Follow directions on page E7 for
‘Video Connection’.
Connect the video cable to the
Singing Machine’s VIDEO OUT
andtotheTVVIDEOIN.
Video cable is not connected
properly to the TV.
Source selector on TV is not Using your TV Remote to select
set to VIDEO.
VIDEO input.
Connect from VIDEO OUT of the
system to the VIDEO IN of your
VCR or Connect to an RF
No song lyrics appear
on 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. (See page E16 for details)
Check disc to be sure it is clean.
(See page E12 for cleaning
instructions.)
A CDG is loaded but the
CDG indicator is not lit.
Please call Customer Service at (866) 670-6888 if the Trouble Shooting Guide information
doesn’tcorrectyourproblem.
Servicing of a Singing Machine by an unauthorized repair facility will void your warranty. The
Singing Machine cannot guarantee future repairs on machines that have been tampered with by
unauthorizedpersonnel.
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SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO SECTION:
OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM)
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
2 WATTS (RMS)
8 OHMS
CD PLAYER SECTION:
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
SIGNAL - TO - NOISE RATIO
WOW AND FLUTTER
D - A CONVERSION
NUMBER OF PROGRAMS
SAMPLING SYSTEM
100 Hz - 20 kHz
50 dB
IMMEASURABLE
1-BIT DAC
20 STEPS RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAMMING
8 TIMES OVER SAMPLING
-74dB 600 OHMS IMPEDANCE WITH
Æ6.3mm DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
MICROPHONE
AC 110V-120V~60Hz or AC 220V-240V~50Hz or
DC 12V 1A ACTO DC ADAPTER
(NOT INCLUDED)
POWER SECTION
(WHERE APPLICABLE)
DIMENSIONS (H x W x D)
13.0 x 10.3 x 8.6 x Inches / 33.0 x 26.1 x 21.9 cm
WEIGHT
7.5 lbs / 3.4 kgs
1. PRE-RECORDED KARAOKE CD+G DISC
2. AV CABLE
3. DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
ACCESSORIES
Specifications are typical, individual units might vary. They are subject to continuous
improvementwithoutnoticeandwithoutincurringanyobligation.
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THE SINGING MACHINE KARAOKE GLOSSARY OF TERMS
In addition to all of the terminology associated with consumer electronics products, a few
additional terms are used almost exclusively in karaoke. These terms are meant to familiarize
you with the world of Karaoke. The features listed below may not necessarily pertain to the
particular model Singing Machine that you have. The following are some brief explanations of
karaoketerms:
Echo:
Echo adds depth and resonance to a singer's voice, without affecting the music. This echo is
producedbycreatingminorcontrolledfeedbackinthesinger'svoice.
Multiplex:
Our multiplex recordings contain 2 copies of the same song. One version is a stereo recording of
the song without the lead singer. The second version is recorded with the music and
background vocals on the left channel and the lead singer recorded on the right channel. This
‘split track’ recording allows you to control the volume of the lead singer by adjusting the balance
control. You can sing a duet with the lead singer or use the lead singer as a guide as you learn
the song, gradually fading them out with the balance control until you are able to sing the song
onyourown.
AutoVoiceControl(AVC):
When the AVC function is activated, the vocals on a multiplex recording are eliminated as soon
as the singer begins singing into the microphone. When the singer stops singing, the vocals on
the multiplex recording are automatically re-activated. This useful function is used primarily
during practice sessions while a singer is learning a song. Please note that the AVC function
onlyworkswithmultiplexrecordingsandnotwithstandardaudiorecordings.
PitchControl:
This function controls the speed at which a cassette tape plays back. By increasing the speed of
the tape, the music sounds higher (sharp). By slowing the tape speed, the music sounds lower
(flat).
KeyController:
Key Controller changes the key of the CD/CDG music (+ or - steps) to adjust to the singer’s
voice.
CDG:
This is an acronym for Compact Disc plus Graphics. You will also see variations CD+G, and
CD+Graphics. This is a regular audio CD with information stored on a data track simultaneous
to music. In laymen's terms, CDG has a video output for simple graphics (not full motion video).
In the case of karaoke, the graphics function is used to store song lyrics, and display the lyrics in
synch with music. In most cases, CDG software displays lyrics which change color as they are
to be sung. A regular television is all that is required to display CDG lyrics.
NOTE - CDG is a particular type of compact disc encoding system that is different from VCD or
DVD. Your Singing Machine can decode standard audio compact discs and CDG discs. It will
notreadVCDorDVDencodeddiscs.
Standard audio discs and cassette tapes will not display lyrics on your TV. Audio CDs do not
containthesoftwarenecessarytodisplaylyrics.
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LIMITED WARRANTY and SERVICE
THE SINGING MACHINE COMPANY, INC. warrants this product to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of Ninety (90) days from date of sale to the original consumer purchaser.
Product will be replaced or repaired free of charge if it has proven to be defective within the Ninety (90)
day period when said product is returned at customer expense within the warranty period. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY EXPENSES INCURRED IN THE REMOVAL AND
REINSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT.
This warranty does not apply to any product damaged by accident, misuse, abuse, improper line voltage,
fire, water, lightning or other acts of God, or any parts or service furnished by anyone else. The warranty
does not cover cartons, carrying cases, batteries, broken or damaged cabinets, or any other items used in
connection with the product or consequential damages due to defect in the product. This warranty does
not cover products sold AS IS or Re-manufactured units or units sold outside the SMC distribution
channel.
ALLIMPLIEDWARRANTIESARELIMITEDTOTHEDURATIONOFTHISWARRANTY.THISIS
THE COMPLETE WARRANTY AND NO OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTY IS VALID. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOWLONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR
AN EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO
THEABOVELIMITATIONSOREXCLUSIONSMAYNOTAPPLYTOYOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which may vary from
state to state.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY OR OUT OF WARRANTY SERVICE - DO NOT RETURN YOUR
MACHINE BACK TO THE STORE, please call our Customer Service department at (866) 670-
6888 so that we can give you the necessary information on how to obtain your repair or
replacement. Do NOT send your machine to the corporate address listed on this card or on our
website. No repairs are done at this location and your machine will be returned to you at your
expense. Please keep a copy of your receipt. A copy of your receipt is required to obtain service
within the90-daywarranty.
ForCustomersinU.S.A
SERVICE CENTER:
THE SINGING MACHINE COMPANY
18375 S. Broadwick St.
Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220
U.S.A
For Customers in Canada
SERVICE CENTER:
An-Mar Service, Inc.
15 Cedar Point Dr Unit 3
Barrie, Ont, L4N-5R7
Canada
E17
The Singing Machine Company, Inc.
158-0308-ENG01
6601 Lyons Road, Bldg. A7, Coconut Creek, FL33073-9902, USA.
TEL: (954) 596-1000
PRINTED IN CHINA
FAX: (954) 596-2000
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