Emerson DV - 121 User manual

RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/USB/SD
KARAOKE PLAYER
MODEL: DV - 121
User’s Guide
CD+G, MP3+G DIGITAL RECORDING
CONVERTING CD+G TO MP3+G WITHOUT COMPUTER
DIRECT ACCESS TO RECORDED SONG

The lightning flash with an arrowhead
symbol, within the equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to cause an electric
shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in this
owner manual.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
* SEE BOTTOM OF UNIT FOR GRAPHIC SYMBOLS *
On placement
Do not use the unit in places which are extremely
hot, cold, dusty, or humid.
Do not restrict the air flow of the unit by placing it
in a place with poor air flow, by covering
it with a cloth, or by placing it on carpeting.
FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1). This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2). This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesirable
operation.
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOC FEATED.KS DE
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
WHEN IN USE
Do not use this unit in places with extreme
dust dirt moisture or humidity.
Do not restrict the air flow of this unit, or place in an
where air flow restriction may occur.
Do not place unit on carpet or cover with a cloth.
SAFETY
When connecting or disconnecting the AC cord grip
the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may
damage it and create a hazard.
When you are not going to use the unit for a long period
of time disconnect the AC cord.
MOISTURE AND CONDENSATION
If unit is exposed to moisture and extreme cold
temperatures, then moved to a warm environment,
condensation may form on internal components. Under
these circumstances, powering the unit on may cause
damage to the unit or cause harm to the user. Allow the
unit to stand in a warm environment for 1 to 3 hours and
allow the unit to air dry safely.
temperatures,
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area
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: Should any trouble
occur, disconnect the AC adaptor
and refer servicing to a
qualifiedtechnician.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO A QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT ALLOW THIS UNIT TO BE NEAR WATER.
CAUTION:
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION INSIDE. OPENING
OR DEFEATING INTERLOCKS OR SAFETY
MEASURES MAY EXPOSE YOU TO HARMFUL
LASER BEAM.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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1. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated.
2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be used near water or moisture – for example,
in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and
at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart or rack is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Please keep the unit in a good ventilation environment.
16. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The
apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on apparatus
17. WARNING: The mains plug is used as disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
18. The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
19.
- This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock.
- Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back) as there are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
- The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
20. The apparatus is classified as class apparatus.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS FOR DISCS
Placement
Put the unit where ventilation is good enough to prevent overheating. Never put the unit in direct sunlight or near
Put the unit horizontally, never put any heavy object on the unit.
To protect the laser, do not put the unit where there is dust. If there is dust on the laser, use a
cleaning disc before use.
Condensation
Water will appear on the pickup lens in the following cases:
The unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place.
The unit had been used in a humid place. In this case, the unit will not work. Unload the disc.
Cleaning Disc
A defective or soiled disc inserted into the unit can cause sound to drop
out during playback.
Handle the disc by holding its outer edges.
Do not touch the surface of the unlabeled side of the disc.
Do stick paper of tape on the surface.not
Do expose the disc to direct sunlight or excessive heat.not
Clean the disc before playback. Wipe the disc from the center outward
with a cleaning cloth.
NEVER use solvents such as benzine or alcohol to clean the disc.
Do use irregular shape discs (example: heart shaped, octagonal,not
etc.). They may cause malfunctions.
Cleaning the unit
Be sure to turn the unit off and disconnect the AC cord before maintaining the unit.
Wipe the unit with a dry soft cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, wipe clean with a cloth
which has been dipped in a weak soap-and-water solution and wrung out thoroughly, then
wipe with a dry cloth.
Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner fluid or other chemicals. Do NOT use compressed air to
remove dust.
Important Note
Before transporting the unit, remove any disc from the disc compartment.
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PREPARATIONS BEFORE OPERATION
heat sources.

Thank you for purchasing a DV-121 Portable Karaoke system.
For operation and security, read this manual carefully and keep it handy for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................................................................................... 07-08
CONTENTS
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE.....................................................................................................................
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SPECIFICATIONS................. ..................................................................................................................
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MP3+G/CD/CDG CARE TIPS...................................................................................................................
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TROUBLE SHOOTING .............................................................................................................................
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OTHERS ...................................................................................................................................................
REPEAT A SPECIFIC SECTION ..............................................................................................................
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REPEAT PLAY...........................................................................................................................................
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PROGRAMMED PLAY .............................................................................................................................
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SEARCH PLAY.......................................................................................................................................... 14
SKIPPING TRACKS.................................................................................................................................. 14
RECORDED PLAY BACK......................................................................................................................... 14
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS ..........................................................................................................................
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RECORDING & MP3+G FUNCTIONS..........................................................................................................
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AVC (Automatic Voice Control) .................................................................................................................
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KARAOKE .................................................................................................................................................
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PLAYING DISCS ......................................................................................................................................
BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................................................................................................
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POWER CONNECTION ..........................................................................................................................
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INSERTING USB OR CARD...................................................................................................................
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CONNECTIONS .......................................................................................................................................
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FRONT PANEL ...................................................................................................................................
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DESCRIPTIONS & FUNCTIONS..............................................................................................................
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CONTENTS ...................................................................................................................................................
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PREPARATIONS BEFORE OPERATION .....................................................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............................................................................................................................
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PLAY, RECORD AND RECORDED PLAYBACK........................................................................................... 16
KARAOKE MICROPHONE CONTROLS...................................................................................................
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REAR PANEL............ ..............................................................................................................................
SIDE PANEL.............. ..............................................................................................................................
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CONNECTING A TV OR MONITOR TO THE DV-121.............................................................................. 10
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER............................................................................................... 11
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CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO COMPONENT............................................................................
RECORDING FUNCTION.......... ..............................................................................................................
MP3+G FUNCTION..................... .............................................................................................................
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FRONT PANEL
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MP3G
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/M
P
DV-121
Press this key to play selected item repeatedly.
The screen shows as below:
(The function is only valid when PBC is OFF.)
REP:[OFF] REP:[REP1] REP:[REP ALL]
1. REPEAT
2.MPX
Activates the multiplex function, which switches
to NORMAL (stereo), L-ch monaural and R-ch
monaural.
10. RECORD
STOP
STOP
STOP
9. STOP
8. PLAY/PAUSE
Starts to play the disc or temporary suspends
playing. By pressing this button consecutively.
Play/Pause mode changed so shown below:
PLAY PAUSE
6. REMOTE SENSOR WINDOW
5. DISPLAY WINDOW
3. KEY CONTROL BUTTONS
Transposes the music key.
DOWN button: used to flatten by a half tone.
UP button: used to sharpen by a half tone.
7. DISC TRAY
OPEN/CLOSE
Used to load a disc. To insert/remove a disc,
press the button located at the
right of the tray.
STOP
Play & Record Operation Procedures:
1).MP3G MODE
2).CD+G/CD MODE
Play Back The Recorded File:
1).FOLDER ACCESS
a. At MP3 +G mode, load DISC, USB or SD
CARD select song title from the song list
and press [PLAY]:
b. If user wants to sing the song and record
his vocal with the music then press record
button screen shows [CARD Ready] or
[USB Ready]:
User can start singing into the microphone
and record. When finish;
c. Press to stop Recording. If user not to
press it will go back to MP3G menu
automatically after finishing song.
a. At CD+G/CD Mode, load & play DISC then
press [RECORD/STOP] to start recording.
b. Press [RECORD/STOP] to stop recording.
a. Press [DISC/SD/USB] button to select USB
or SD CARD mode screen will show Read
USB or SD CARD, then Loading File;
b. Select [RECORDED SONG] then press
[ENTER] all Track#!
c. Pick the identical Track Number when the
Song /Vocal was recorded, follow by [PLAY]
to play back the recorded track.
Note:
Note:
USB or SD CARD must be inserted before start
recording.
If USB and SD card are inserted, recorded file saved at
SD card automatically.
STOP
STOP
4. OPEN/CLOSE
Used to open and close disc tray.
Note: In USB or SD mode, if you press OPEN/CLOSE it
will switch to DISC.
*Press to stop recording, don’t press *.
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DESCRIPTIONS & FUNCTIONS

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DESCRIPTIONS & FUNCTIONS
P
3/JPEG/SD/MMC/USB
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/SD/USB
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18. SD/MMC CARD
19. USB
17. NUMBER KEYS (1 to 9,0)
Used to specify a track number for playing,
changing, or programming.
In PBC function operation, the number keys are
additionally utilized for the selection of menu
items.
15. MIC VOL1/MIC VOL2
Adjust microphone volume 1,2.
16. ECHO
Adjust the degree of the echo effect for the
microphone.
14. MIC JACKS
Used for connecting microphones. The jacks
correspond to MIC volume knobs located above.
11.OK
Confirm your selection.
20. RECORDED PLAYBACK
Press to play latest Recorded song automatically.
Turn on / off the Portable karaoke system.
POWER LED lit when power on.
13. POWER
12. PREV and NEXT
Used for navigation within a selection menu.
21. DIRECTION( )
22. DISC/SD/USB
Press to change MEDIA (DISC SD USB).
2). DIRECT ACCESS
The other HOT FUNCTION is
[RECORDED PLAYBACK] function.
After recording, press [RECORDED
PLAYBACK], screen will show all your
recorded songs then automatically
play latest recorded song.
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DISC/USB
/SD
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK
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DESCRIPTIONS & FUNCTIONS
Turn on / off the Portable karaoke system.
1. POWER
Press DISPLAY, the screen shows as follows
according to the disc:
Press DISPLAY the first time, and the screen
shows the disc type, total item number, playing item,
PBC status and playing time of the item. When you
press DISPLAY again, the screen will shut down.
2. DISPLAY
Press this key to play selected item repeatedly.
The screen shows as below:(The function is only
valid when PBC is OFF.)
REP:[OFF] REP:[REP 1] REP:[REP ALL]
3. REPEAT
Press A-B first to set location A: REPEAT:A-,
press again to set location B, and then playback
will repeat during the two locations:REPEAT:A-B.
Press A-B the third time to cancel the function
and return normal playback: REPEAT: CANCEL.
4. A-B
Use to remove menus or status displays from the
screen.
5. CANCEL
During optical playback, press to perform a
chapter, title or time search.
6. GOTO
Press to play picture by picture, press PLAY to
return to normal playback.
7. STEP
This function is only available for Video-CD
version 2.0 or higher. The PBC function may differ
by disc.with PBC ON, you can select items in the
menu list using the PREVIOUS/NEXT keys and
numeral keys. When PBC OFF, you cannot select
items in the menu list but you can use the numeral
keys directly or the PREVIOUS and NEXT keys.
8. PBC
Increase or decrease the volume of analog audio
output.
9. VOLUME+/-
REMOTE CONTROL
press to play latest Recorded song Automatically.
10. RECORDED PLAYBACK
11. RECORD
Note: USB or SD CARD must be inserted before start
Play & Record Operation Procedures:
1).MP3G MODE
2).CD+G/CD MODE
a. At MP3+G mode, load DISC, USB or SD
CARD select song title from the song list
and press [PLAY];
b. If user wants to sing the song and record
his vocal with the music then press
record button screen shows
[CARD Ready] or [USB Ready];
User can start singing into the microphone
and record. when finish;
c. Press to stop recording. If user not
to press it will go back to MP3G
menu automatically after finishing song.
a. At CD+G/CD Mode, load & play DISC
then press [RECORD/STOP] to start
recording.
b. Press [RECORD/STOP] to stop
recording.
STOP
STOP
STOP
recording.

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DESCRIPTIONS & FUNCTIONS
Used for navigation within a selection menu.
13. DIRECTION( )
Press SETUP to get into SETUP menu.
14. SETUP
Temporarily suspends playing. Video motion
freezes and audio reproduction stops.
15. II PAUSE
Press to mute and cancel muteness.
16. MUTE
3D Sound effect button.
18. 3D
Used to open and close disc tray.
19. EJECT
Used to specify a track number for playing,
changing, or programming.
In PBC function operation, the number keys are
additionally utilized for the selection of menu items.
20. NUMBER KEYS(1 to 9,0)
Allow you to program a specific order. You can use up
down left right to select the position where you edit,
Press PLAY can play the specified program. And
pressing CLEAR can clear all input number. You also
can move HIGHLIGHT to the position of PLAY and
CLEAR, and them you can use“SELECT” to execute
its function.
21. PROGRAM
To view a scene in slow motion.
22. SLOW
You can set up the strictness pf score displayed
on screen in advance.
Note: If you turn off score function, scoring function will not
support.
23. SCORE
Activates the Automatic voice cancel function.
26. AVC
Transposes the music key.
DOWN button: used to flatten by a half tone.
UP button: used to sharpen by a half tone.
24. KEY CONTROL BUTTONS
25. MPX
Activates the multiplex function, which switches
to NORMAL (stereo), L-ch monaural and R-ch
monaural.
Utilized for operation with the PBC function.
This button is used to return to a menu screen
during play.
27. RETURN
Confirm your selection.
28. ENTER
For Video-CD version 2.0 or higher. The PBC
function may differ by disc. with PBC ON, you
can select items in the menu list using the
PREVIOUS/NEXT keys and numeral keys.
When PBC OFF, you cannot select items in the
menu list but you can use the numeral keys
directly or the PREVIOUS and NEXT keys.
For disc, you main menu, the menu
function may differ by disc.
can enter
29. MENU
Starts to play the disc with/without the playback
control function.
30. PLAY
33. N/P
Change TV mode between NTSC PAL.
Press REV/FWD to go into fast forward/fast
reverse status.
17. REV AND FWD
a. Press [DISC/SD/USB] button to select USB
or SD CARD mode screen will show Read
USB or SD CARD, then loading File;
b. Select [RECORDED SONG] then press [ENTER]
all Track#!
c. Pick the identical Track Number when the Song
Vocal was recorded, follow by [PLAY] to play
back the recorded track.
The other HOT FUNCTION is [RECORDED
PLAYBACK] function. After recording, press
[RECORDED PLAYBACK], screen will show all
your recorded songs then automatically play
latest recorded song.
Play Back The Recorded File:
1).FOLDER ACCESS
2). DIRECT ACCESS
Note: If USB and SD CARD are inserted, record file saved at SD
card automatically.
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12. DISC/USB/SD
Press to change MEDIA (DISC SD USB).
31. STOP
Stop playing.
*Press to stop recording, don’t press *.
STOP
32. PREV AND NEXT
Press to skip to next or previous track.

SPEAKER
VIDEO: Regular composite video output.
AUDIO R/L: Regular audio output for extra
amplifier or any audio recording device.
The external speaker must be more than 8 .
Note:
Ω
OUTPUT
VIDEO: Regular composite video output.
AUDIO R/L: Regular audio output for extra
amplifier or any audio recording device.
AUX IN
Auxilary audio input can be any audio source
another CD player for background music,
iPod®, MP3 or MP4 player.
Auxilary audio input has 3 options:
AUX: Plays whatever audio source is
MIX: Mix audio source and internal player.
INT: Play only the internal player.
like
keyboard,
connected.
SIDE PANEL
1. POWER LED Indicator
High Frequency Equalizer
3. TREBLE+/-
Guitar 1 Input Gain
5. Gtr. 1+/-
Guitar 2 Input Gain
6. Gtr. 2+/-
Guitar 1 & 2 Inputs
Guitar input 1 & 2 can be record with MP3+G
karaoke music.
7. Gtr. 1/Gtr. 2
Low Frequency Equalizer
4. BASS+/-
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Adjusts volume of the Portable karaoke.
2. VOLUME+/-
REAR PANEL
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DESCRIPTIONS & FUNCTIONS

INSERTING USB OR CARD
CONNECTING A TV OR MONITOR TO THE DV-121
VIDEO IN
Make the connections as shown below:
Plug one end of the supplied video cable to Video Out jack on
DV-121 and the other end into your TV or monitor's Video in jack.
Note: A video signal will only be present if you are playing a video included disc
ex) CD+G, MP3+G
REGULAR VIDEO QUALITY
Video Connecting Line(YELLOW)
Due to variances in USB, SD CARD Flash Drive
manufacturing and memory specifications, we can not
guarantee all USB, SD CARD Flash Drive brands will
work with this machine, If problems arise, please try a
different brand USB, SD CARD Flash Drive.
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CONNECTIONS
MP3G
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/JPEG/SD/MMC/USB
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/SD/USB
DV-121

The external
speaker must be
more than 8 .Ω
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER
DV-121 has external speaker output, you can
speaker on the rear panel extra speaker
1. Connect one end of speaker cable to the speaker out on
the rear panel of the DV-121.
2. Set the speaker switch to EXTERNAL.
connect extra
output as below:
Note
Note
: INTERNAL and EXTERNAL speaker can't be used
: External speaker must be more than 8ohm.
at the same time.
Speaker 1 Speaker 2
POWER CONNECTION
When you have completed all other connections, plug your system's power cord into a standard AC outlet.
Note:
Warning: To avoid electrical shock, do not connect the system to AC power until all other connections are completed.
Caution: Make sure the voltage of the AC outlet matches the requirement of your karaoke system.
AC power cord
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CONNECTIONS
For US 110~120V For EU 220~240V

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CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO COMPONENT
DV-121 has 2 AUX INPUT, you can use DV-121 as an amplifier system for your extra disc player, Digital
MP3 player , laptop or other audio device.
Keyboard,
Note: Ipod video can't be supported
IPOD
You can use the DV-121 as an amplifier system for your
player or digital keyboad
(1). Connect one end of the RCA cable to the output on
disc player or audio device;
(2). Connect the other end of the RCA cable to the RCA
the rear panel of DV-121;
(3). Set the AUX/MIX/INT selector switch on the rear panel
DV-121 to AUX or MIX’
To connect an extra disc player to the DV-121:
extra disc
the extra
input on
of
Note:
Note:
AUX: Only aux input source sound come out.
MIX : Internal and aux input source come out together.
For using 1/4" output device like digital keyboard, you need RCA to 1/4"
adapter or RCA to 1/4" cable.
You can use the DV-121 as an amplifier and speaker
your MP3 player, laptop or other audio device
(1). Connect one end of the 1/8" cable to the output on the
or audio device;
(2). Connect the other end of the 1/8" cable to the Mp3 input on the rear panel of DV-121;
(3). Set the AUX/MIX/INT selector switch on the rear panel of DV-121 to AUX or MIX;
To connect an MP3 player to the DV-121:
system for
with a 1/8" output .
Mp3
player
Note: AUX: Only aux input source sound come out.
MIX : Internal and aux input source come out together.
110~220
1.Connect extra audio player with RCA or 1/4" phone jack
ex) DVD PLAYER
ex) Digital Keyboard
2. Connect extra audio device with 1/8" pin jack

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BASIC OPERATIONS
IMPORTANT:
Please make sure the unit is in the DISC mode to play the disc, USB media.
PLAYING DISCS
1. Press POWER to turn on the system .The POWER
indicator lights up.
2. Press OPEN/CLOSE on the front panel or remote
to open the tray door.
3. Place a disc in the compartment tray over the center
hub, with the label facing out.
4. Push back the tray door to close the compartment.
5. The disc will be played automatically.
To temporarily stop play, press PLAY/PAUSE.
To resume play, press PLAY/PAUSE again.
KARAOKE MICROPHONE CONTROLS
This player comes with a microphone and two microphone
inputs. Connect microphone to either Mic1 or Mic2 jack
and adjust volume accordingly. Microphones are readily
available in most electronic stores. If purchasing another
microphone, request a microphone with a standard 6.3mm
(1/4”) cable end. A second microphone is great to have
around for duets or a spare if one microphone gets
damaged.
Note: The microphone supplied with this player is unidirectional. The
singer must sing clearly into the top of the microphone, not the
sides. Unidirectional microphones limit ambient noises that can
be picked up by audiences and environmental sounds.
Press AVC to active this feature.
Note: This feature only works with multiplex media.
AVC (Automatic Voice Cancellation)
When the AVC function is activated, the vocals on a
multiples recording are muted as soon as the singer
begins singing into the microphone. When the singer
stops singing, the vocals are automatically unmated.
Note:
Do not apply excessive force to the tray door, or
while a disc is playing
press the door
Never place anything except a compact disc in the
Foreign objects can damage the player.
one disc on the disc tray at
disc tray.
Never place more than
a time.
During playback, if the system is subject to a
jolt, the speed of rotation might
be produce along
sudden shock or
change or some noises might
with distortion of graphics. This is not a
malfunction.
DISC/SD/USB
KARAOKE
When a microphone is plugged into MIC 1 and MIC 2,
the system mixes the music with your voice.
1. Press POWER to turn on the system. The POWER
indicator turns on.
2. Load a Karaoke Disc in the CD compartment.
3. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start play.
4. Adjust MASTER VOLUME on the remote controller
to the desired listening level.
5. Adjust Microphone volume on the remote controller
to the desired singing level.
6. Sing directly into the microphone along with the music.
While playing a karaoke disc, you can read the lyrics
of the songs, (MP3+G, CD+G only) which appear
on the TV monitor.
7. Adjust ECHO level on the front panel to the desired
singing level.
MP3G
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/JPEG/SD/MMC/USB
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/SD/USB
DV-121
MP3G
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/JPEG/SD/MMC/USB
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/SD/USB
DV-121
MP3G
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/JPEG/SD/MMC/USB
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/SD/USB
DV-121
MP3G
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/JPEG/SD/MMC/USB
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/SD/USB
DV-121
DISC/USB
/SD
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK
DISC/USB
/SD
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK
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PLAYBACK
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PLAYBACK

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PROGRAM
PLAY CLEAR
PROGRAMMED PLAY
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/VCD PROGRAMMING
1. Press PROGRAM on the remote control, the
program menu appears on the TV screen.
2. Use the navigation keys ( / / / ) to select
the track for CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/VCD and
press OK, the track or title / chapter is added in
the program play list.
Press ,on remove to play latest recorded song
automatically.
RECORDED PLAY BACK
4. Press PLAY/PAUSE or highlight the PLAY on the
screen and press OK to start programmed
playback.
Programmed Play automatically stops at the end of the
last programmed track or title/chapter.Highlight the
CLEAR on the screen and press OK to delete the last
track or title/chapter in the program list. Highlight the
CLEAR ALL on the screen and press OK to erase the
entire programmed sequence.
3. Repeat the above steps to add more tracks
title/chapter in the program list.
SKIPPING TRACKS
While the disc is stopped, you can skip up or down
to select a specific track by pressing PREV /
NEXT . To play the selected track, press PLAY.
While a disc is playing, press PREV once to
skip back to the beginning of the current track.
Repeatedly press PREV to search backward
to the beginning of the desired track.
Repeatedly press Next to search forward to
the beginning of the desired track.
While the disc is playing press REV FWD
to search backward or forward Press PLAY to
resume the normal playback
Each time the REV FWD button is pressed
the speed of backward forward search
changes at speed x2, x4, x8, x20
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REPEAT PLAY
While playing a disc, press REPEAT on the remote
control repeatedly to choose a repeat play mode.
CDG/MP3G/VCD/SVCD/CD KARAOKE DISC
Repeat off Repeat one track
Repeat all tracks
MP3/JPEG/AVI
Repeat off Repeat one track
Repeat all Repeat DIR
REPEAT A SPECIFIC SECTION
A-B repeat playback allows a specific section
to be repeated.
While the disc is playing, press A-B button to set the
beginning of the section (point A) to be played
repeatedly.
Press A-B button again to set the end of the section
(point B) to be played repeatedly.
The unit will then immediately begin replaying the
selection (A to B) repeatedly.
Note: These functions only be used when playing in
CD+G/MP3+G/CD/MP3/VCD
Note: .In MP3G/CDG the state, these functions can not be used
DISC/USB
/SD
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK
STOP
RECORDED
PLAYBACK

RECORDING & MP3+G FUNCTIONS
MP3+G FUNCTION
DV-121 has MP3+G recording function with 2MIC and 2 guitar input both MIC and auitar can be record with MP3+G
background music.
RECORDING FUNCTION
1. What is MP3+G?
2. Where do you find MP3+G files?
3. How you can make your own MP3+G Disc or load a USB Flash Drive(recommended)?
4. How do you get started quickly?
5. How do you make a recording?
6. How do you playback your recording?
1). Direct Access
2). Folder Access
Note:
MP3+G is simply a normal MP3 audio file with an accompanying CDG graphics (lyrics) files. When a song
is selected to play on an MP3+G player, the player will search for both the Mp3 and CDG files. If found, it
will cue them both to play in sync. If only an MP3 file is found, it will play the audio only. The advantage to
MP3+G files are size, convenience and price. They occupy one-eighth the space of normal karaoke files.
Instead of buying a disc of which you may only sing half the songs, you can pick and choose which songs
you want to download and carry them with you on a USB Flash Drive.
SingTheHits.com has a wide selection of songs in many formats to browse, purchase and download.
Use your favorite search engine like Google, Bing or Yahoo, etc. to find even more.
After you’ve downloaded MP3+G files, use your computer software to burn your own CDR (preferred) or
CDRW disc. Or, connect your USB Flash Drive to your computer and copy the files from computer.
Everyone with a new player wants to get started quickly. However, take a few moments to review the connection
Illustrations and read the manual. This will prevent common mistakes and make your experience much more
exciting. Follow these steps:
a. Connect your player to a TV as illustrated on previous pages.
b. Insert your disc or USB Flash Drive.
c. Turn player on and give it a moment to load songs in the menu.
d. Select your song, press [ENTER] key on remote to begin playing music and singing.
A USB Flash Drive or SD CARD is required to record music and singing. The music source can be a disc or a
song on the same USB Flash Drive or SD CARD.
If issues arise, you may have to try a different brand USB Flash Drive or SD CARD.
a. Insert disc or USB Flash Drive or SD CARD and allow machine to load menu of song titles (MP3+G only).
b. Choose your song and press [PLAY].
c. Then press [RECORD]. Your screen should indicate USB ready.
Begin singing when music starts.
d. When finished recording, press [RECORD] again.
a. Press [RECORDED PLAYBACK] button to play latest Recorded song Automatically.
a. Insert your USB Flash Drive or SD CARD with recordings.
b. Press [DISC/USB/SD] button to select USB or SD CARD mode.
c. Select [RECORDED SONG] folder and press [ENTER].
d. Select the recording you wish to listen to and press [ENTER].
*Press to stop recording, Don’t Press *.
Al USB Flash Drives or SD CARD are not created equal.Note:
RECORD
STOP
STOP
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<DISC> <SD> <USB>
1.Start Up Screen
2.KARAOKE PLAY
Use [UP] and [DOWN] arrow key then
press [PLAY],[OK] or [ENTER]
Selected song will play with lyric.
<DISC>
Select MP3G folder then press [OK] or [ENTER], All MP3G KARAOKE files in the
USB or SD will be shown like below.
<USB><SD>
3.RECORDING
a. Play song which you want first.
b. Press [RECORD] while playing to start record.
c. Press [RECORD] one more time to recording.
<CD+G/CD>
a. Select song which you want then.
b. Press [RECORD] to start recording.
c. Press [RECORD] one more time to stop recording.
<MP3+G>
All recorded song will be stored [RECORDED SONG] folder MP3+G Recorded song will be stored Original File name
CD+G/CD Recorded song will be stored “ Track#”
Note:
USB/SD must be inserted before start recording
There is two way to play recorded song.
Select [RECORDED SONG] folder, select recorded
song then play.
Note:
4.RECORED PLAYBACK
1). Folder Access
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When you insert Disc or plug USB/SD memory, Above start up screen will be shown in the TV screen. First three” MP3G,
MP3&RECORDED SONG” folders are virtual folder for Emerson DV series only(Can’t be shown in the regular personal
computer). If you don’t make your own folder,”ROOT”will be shown. These three virtual folder will show all KARAOKE and
Mp3 related files in the USB/SD (Automatically Organized by file type). In USB or SD mode, if you press OPEN/CLOSE
it will switch to DISC mode automatically.
PLUG 'N' PLAY
0001.TRACK001
0002.TRACK002
0003.TRACK003
0004.TRACK004
0006.DONDE IRAS_SALSA
0007.FUEGO LENTO_POP
0008.LAZARANDELA_NAVIDAD
0005.TRACK005
MUSIC PICTURE MOVIE
0001~0005 Recorded from CD+G/CD
0006~0008 Recorded from MP3+G
PLUG 'N' PLAY
MP3G
Mp3
ROOT\
RECORDED SONG
MUSIC PICTURE MOVIE
PLUG 'N' PLAY
0001.TRACK001
0002.TRACK002
0003.TRACK003
0004.TRACK004
0006.DONDE IRAS_SALSA
0007.FUEGO LENTO_POP
0008.LAZARANDELA_NAVIDAD
0005.TRACK005
MUSIC PICTURE MOVIE
PLUG 'N' PLAY
0001.TRACK001
0002.TRACK002
0003.TRACK003
0004.TRACK004
0005.TRACK005
MUSIC PICTURE MOVIE
RECORDED
PLAYBACK DISC/S
RE
T
RECORDED
PLAYBACK
DISC
SD/USB
PLAY, RECORD AND RECORDED PLAYBACK
2). Direct Access
The other HOT FUNCTION is [RECORDED PLAYBACK]
function. After recording, press [RECORDED PLAYBACK]
screen will show all your recorded songs then automatically
play latest recorded song.

TROUBLE SHOOTING
If you have problem operating your Portable Karaoke System, use this chart to determine the problem
and find possible solutions.
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OTHERS
The karaoke system does
not work.
No sound or No Voice
No song lyrics appear on
screen.
(MAKE SURE THAT THE
DISC CONTAINS GRAPHICS
OR IMAGES)
ex) CD+G, MP3+G
The disc skips or will not play
No power
MASTER VOLUME or MIC
VOLUME is set to the lowest
setting.
Video cable is not connected
properly to the TV.
The disc is loaded upside down.
The disc is dirty or defective.
Moisture has condensed on the
pick up lens.
Make sure the properly
plugged into an AC outlet.
Increase MASTER VOLUME
or MIC VOLUME.
Connect the video cable
from player's VIDEO OUT
to the TVs VIDEO IN.
Set AV source selector to
connected AV IN on TV/
Monitor.
Reload the disc.
Clean the disc, or try a
different disc.
Unplug the system and with
1 hour for the moisture to
evaporate.
MUTE on. Select MUTE off.
USB Doesn't Work
Remote Controller
Doesn't Work
Check Your USB, We can’t
guarantee to read & play for the
un-authorized USB memory.
No Battery.
Battery Run Out.
Please check with your local
memory dealer.
Try a different USB brand.
Put 2 AAA Battery.
Change Battery.
Bad Microphone or connection. Contact MIC Dealer or Check
MIC cable connection.
No guitar sound
Volume of guitar
Volume of player
Bad connection
Check guitar volume
Check guitar input volume
on side panel.
Check guitar cable or
jack and connection.
External speaker no sound
INT/EXT switch
Bad connection
Check INT/EXT switch on
rear panel, should be EXT
for external speaker
Check speaker cable and
cable connection.
AUX in no sound
AUX/MIX/INT Switch
Bad Connection
Check AUX/MIX/INT switch
on rear panel, should be AUX
or MIX for AUX IN.
Check Cable and cable
connection.

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Even though these compact discs are durable, treat the disc surface with care.
Do not store the discs in high temperature or high humidity areas. They might warp.
Keep the discs dry. Water droplets can act as a lens and affect the laser beams focus.
Always hold a disc by its edge to avoid fingerprints.
Always keep it in its protective case or sleeve when it is not in use. Fingerprints and scratches on the
CDs surface can prevent the laser beam from correctly reading the digital information.
All copy rights of contents playing in this unit, is not related to manufacturer.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source 110V/220V~, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
Video Composite Video, Choice of Screen Ratio
(16:9/4:3), PAL/NTSC Disc Compatible, Progressive Scan
(500-p)
Operating Temp +5~+38 deg., 10%~75% (humidity)
Multimedia Source MP3+G,CD+G,AVI, CD, VCD, MPEG3, JPG
Interface USB 1.1 Port for MP3/JPEG/ AVI
playbacks and JPEG viewing.
Weight 1.8 Kg
Dimensions 545(L) X 336(W) X523(H)mm
Output level: 0Vrms~1.5Vrms
DA Converter: 24 bit,
Frequency Response: DVD (PCM 96Khz): 2~44Khz(+/- 0.5 dB)
S/N ratio: 100 dB (DVD), above 98dB (CD),
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.003%
Audio
MP3+G/CD/CDG CARE TIPS
Note:
60W
OTHERS
12.5kg
Note: This player can't support DVD DISC.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1.Keep your karaoke player dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the karaoke only
in normal temperature environments. Handle the karaoke player carefully; do not drop it.
2.Keep the karaoke player away from dust an dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep
it looking new.

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