The Singing Machine SMG-901 User manual

SMG-901
Professional Karaoke System

WARNINGS
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol is intended to alert you
to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the
product's enclosure 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
included in t h e l i t e r a t u r e
accompanying this product.
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.
Main plug is used as disconnect device and it
should remain readily operable during
intended use. In order to disconnect the
apparatus from the mains completely, the
main plug should be disconnected from the
main socket outlet completely.
SAFETY CERTIFICATION
This device is made and tested to meet safety
standards of the FCC, requirements and
compliance with safety performance of the
U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services, and
also with FDA Radiation Performance
Standards 21 CFR Subchapter J.
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.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this
unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC 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 device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules, operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This class[B] digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
The CAUTION marking is located on the rear panel.
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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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warning.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessries specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as if the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or when the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
Class II equipment symbol
This symbol indicates that the unit
has a double insulation system.

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CONTRO L LOC A TIONS
1. ON/OFF Button
2. Handle
3. Monitor
4. MONITOR ON/OFF Button
11. MIC 1 Jack
10. EXTERNAL INPUT Jack
16. REPEAT LED
15. PROGRAM LED
FRON T VIEW
30. PLAY/PAUSE LED
29. PLAY/PAUSE Button
13. CD Door
12. MIC 2 Jack
5. ON/OFF LED
6. MIC 1 Volume Control
7. MIC 2 Volume Control
8. Auto Voice Control
9. MIC holder 27. AUX OUT Jack (L)
28. LED Display
19. KEY button
20. ECHO button
21. MASTER VOLUME Control
22. BALANCE Control
23. EXTERNAL INPUT Volume Control
24. FUNCTION SELECTOR
25. AUX OUT Jack (R)
26. VIDEO OUT Jack
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18. RANDOM Button
17. REPEAT Button
14. PROGRAM Button
35. SKIP (KEY/ECHO) - button
34. SKIP (KEY/ECHO) + button
32. STOP Button
33. OPEN/CLOSE Button
31. CDG LED
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36. BRIGHTNESS Control
37. CONTRAST Control
38. Loudspeaker
39. VERTICAL HOLD Control
REAR VIEW
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40. AC Power Cord

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 OR VCR/DVD PLAYER
Your Singing Machine is designed to connect to your TV the same way you would connect most video
cameras, VCR/DVD players or video game consoles.
We have provided RCA cables to connect your unit to a TV, VCR/DVD player, video device or an external
audio/sound system. The RCA cables have three connections at each end (white and red are for left and
right audio connections and the yellow is for video connection).
Please follow the steps below to display CD+G lyrics on the TV screen:
(1) Locate the multi-colored RCA cables
(2) Connect video cable (yellow) to the video out of the front of the Singing Machine
(3) Connect the other end of the video cable (yellow) to the video input on your TV or VCR/DVD
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VIDEO INPUT
(Yellow Jack)
VIDEO OUTPUT
(Yellow Jack)
FRONT VIEW OF
SINGING MACHINE VIDEO
INPUT AUDIO
INPUT
R L
REAR VIEW OF TV OR VCR
L - AUDIO OUT - R
VIDEO OUT
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SELECTING YOUR SINGING MACHINE AS YOUR SOURCE/INPUT
Selecting your Singing Machine as a source/input on your TV is very similar to connecting a VCR/DVD or
Satellite system.
We’ve listed below the most common ways of selecting the source from your TV or VCR/DVD Player:
(1) In the set up menu of the TV or VCR/DVD player there may be an option for “Input Select” where
you can choose between “Cable/Ant., Video 1, Video 2, etc.” as the input source.
(2) Look for a TV channel between the highest and lowest on your TV or VCR/DVD player (i.e. AUX,
EXT, LINE 1 or LINE IN)
(3) Your remote control for either your TV or VCR/DVD player may have source input selections as
well as detailed below:
“VIDEO, VIDEO 1, GAME, AUX, EXT or LINE-IN.“ Choosing one of those in most cases should
display the lyrics from your Singing Machine as well.
AUDIO CONNECTION
Please follow the steps below to connect the unit to your TV or VCR or home stereo system:
(1) Locate the multicolored patch cords.
(2) Connect audio cables (White and Red) to the Audio Out (White-Left and Red-Right)of the front of
the Singing Machine.
(3) Connect the other end of the audio cables to the audio/auxiliary input on your TV or VCR or home
stereo system.
MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
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Home Stereo System
AUX OUTPUT
R
(Red Jack)
VIDEO
INPUT AUDIO
INPUT
R L
REAR VIEW OF TV OR VCR
OR HOME STEREO SYSTEM
AUX OUTPUT
L
(White Jack)
AUX OUTPUT
R
(Red Jack)
AUX OUTPUT
L
(White Jack)
FRONT VIEW OF
SINGING MACHINE
L - AUDIO OUT - R
VIDEO OUT

This unit is designed to play CDs and CD+Gs bearing the identification logo . If the disc does not
conform to the standard, it may not play properly.
TURNING POWER ON/OFF
!To turn on the unit, press the ON/OFF button, the ON/OFF LED Indicator will light up.
!To turn it off, press the ON/OFF button again, the ON/OFF LED Indicator will turn off.
FUNCTION SELECT
Set the FUNCTION SELECTOR switch to CDG.
LOADING A DISC
!Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD door, place a CD or CD+G disc in the compartment with
the printed side facing upward and the shiny side facing down.
!Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again to close the CD door. The LED window will display the total
number of tracks. (If no disc is loaded, it will display “ ”. If a CDG is loaded, the CDG indicator will light
up.)
Note: - Never place anything except a compact disc in the disc tray. Foreign objects can damage the unit.
- Only place one disc on the disc tray at a time.
(Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide “If a disc is loaded but the total tracks do not appear”.)
PLAY/PAUSE
!Adjust MASTER VOLUME control on your unit, TV or audio system to a comfortable level.
!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.
Note: - Pressing pause repeatedly when a CD+G is playing may cause distorted lyrics on your TV screen. Any distortion will
remain on the TV screen until it is refreshed either during an instrumental break or the song is stopped and/or the
song is started from the beginning.
STOP
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.)
MASTER VOLUME
Rotate to the MASTER VOLUME control to obtain the desired sound level.
Note: The MIC Volume must be adjusted simultaneously with the master volume level.
SKIP (For both CD and CDG discs)
!During STOP mode, you can skip forward or back to your desired track number by pressing the
SKIP buttons( - 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.
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CD OR CD+G OPERATION
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CD OR CD+G OPERATION
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 light up and stay lit. Press the
PLAY/PAUSE button to begin.
!To clear the REPEAT function, press the REPEAT button again. The REPEAT LED will turn off.
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 button until the
PROGRAM LED flashes, the track will read [ ].
Step 2: Press the SKIP buttons ( - SKIP - ) to select a desired track.
Step 3: Press PROGRAM button to confirm entry. You can repeat the same steps up to a maximum of 20
tracks.
Step 4: Press PLAY button when you have completed programming and you are ready to start singing.
!Press the STOP button to clear all the programmed entries.
RANDOM
!Press the RANDOM button to activate the random play function. Press play to start the random play.
!Press the STOP button to clear the random function.
MONITOR ON/OFF
!Press MONITOR ON/OFF button to ON if you want to display a CDG lyrics on the Singing Machine’s
monitor.
!Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD controls at the back of the Singing
Machine to have the best picture performance.
Your Singing Machine is designed to connect your favorite Digital Music device (e.g. iPod/MP3 player, etc.)
and Professional musical instruments (e.g. Electrical Guitar or Electronic Keyboard).
You can connect your device by using an appropriate cable (not included). We have also provided a Jack
Adaptor ( 6.3mm to 3.5mm) if your device is connecting by 6.3mm plug.
FUNCTION SELECT
Set the FUNCTION SELECTOR switch to EXTERNAL INPUT.
EXTERNAL INPUT VOLUME
Rotate the EXTERNAL INPUT Volume control to a certain level (one third of the full range) in order to make
sure there is adequate volume input to amplify.
DWarning - To avoid the over-burst amplified volume output or possible over-tuned sound crack,
you are recommended to adjust the external input volume control to one third or lower at the
beginning.
MASTER VOLUME
Rotate to the MASTER VOLUME control to obtain the desired sound level.
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EXTERNAL INPUT OPERATION
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KARAOKE FUNCTIONS
Karaoke functions can be performanced on both function modes. Sing a long with the music by plugging in
the provided microphone into either one of the microphone jacks on the unit.
DWarning - Tapping or dropping the microphone while it is on can permanently damage your microphone. Resist
the urge to swing the microphone around by the cord!
MIC VOLUME
Adjust the MIC VOLUME control to a desired level and obtain the best performance. (MIC 1 and MIC 2
volume can be adjusted separately.)
DWarning - To avoid Microphone feedback please avoid being too close to the speaker.
ECHO
Press the ECHO button once and press SKIP (KEY/ECHO) (- / +) buttons to adjust the ECHO effect (Level: 0 to 8) so as to
enhance your voice for a concert hall effect.
KEY CONTROL
Press the KEY button once and press SKIP (KEY/ECHO) (- / +) buttons to adjust the KEY control (Level: -4 to 4) so as to
obtain the best voice to your favorite songs.
BALANCE
Adjust the BALANCE control between the prerecorded singer’s voice and the music when using a multiplex karaoke disc.
(Please see Glossary of term to learn more about multiplex on our website.)
AUTO VOICE CONTROL
AUTO VOICE CONTROL can be activated by rotating the Auto Voice Control. The vocals on the multiplex recording will be
muted when the singer starts to sing through the microphone. When the singer stops to sing, the vocals will resume to
normal.
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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.
SOLUTION
Insert the power plug into the AC
outlet.
Turn up the volume.
Turn up the volume at TV/PA
system.
Turn on the power at TV/PA
system.
Follow directions ‘Audio
Connection’ page.
PROBLEM
No power when ON/OFF
button is on.
No sound.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No power plug connection at
the AC outlet.
Volume control is set to
minimum.
Volume control on TV set/PA
system is set to minimum.
TV set/PA system power is
OFF.
AUX OUT jacks not
connected.
Check the outlet with a working
lamp or other electrical appliance.
No power when plugged
in.
The AC outlet may not have
power.
Insert disc correctly.
Wipe clean with soft cloth.
Use a new disc.
Use a new disc.
Only use discs bearing standard
logo.
Disc is inserted upside
down.
Disc is dirty.
Disc is scratched.
Disc is warped.
A nonstandard disc is
inserted.
Moisture has formed inside
the CD deck.
CD PLAYER does not
work normally or the
LED displays “ ”, “ ”,
or “ “. aai aa
Wait about 20 to 30 minutes to let
it dry out.
Singing Machine needs to
be reset. Disconnect the machine from
power source for 30 seconds.
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AC plug is not secure on the
back of the unit. Securely plug cord into the back of
the unit.
Lens is dirty. Use a CD lens cleaner.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
SOLUTION
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
No song lyrics appear
on the TV screen.
Connect the video cable to the
Singing Machine’s VIDEO OUT
and to the TV VIDEO IN.
Using your TV Remote to select
VIDEO input.
Connect from VIDEO OUT of the
system to the VIDEO IN on your
VCR or Connect to an RF
Modulator and then to the TV
cable input.Check the disc to
be sure it is a CDG.
Video cable is not connected
properly to the TV.
Source selector on TV is not
set to VIDEO.
Check disc to be sure it is clean.
A CDG is loaded but the
CDG indicator is not lit.
TV does not have video line
input.
Mic volume control.
No sound from mic.
Mic is off.Turn on mic with the ON/OFF
switch located on the microphone.
Select AUX IN as the source for
your TV, VCR or home stereo.
No sound - If audio is
going through TV, VCR
or home stereo.
Source Selection on your
TV, VCR or home stereo is
not set properly.
Follow direction on ‘Audio
Connection’ page for connecting to
a home stereo system.
Improper Connection to
stereo system or PA.
Adjust mic volume to max, and
then re-adjust to a comfortable
level.
AVC is activated to
Maximum. Adjust AVC to Minimum.
While playing a CDG
and singing with the
microphone, the music
or vocals cuts out. Playing music only track. Play track that includes music and
vocal.
VERTICAL HOLD Control is
not set correctly. Adjust the VERTICAL HOLD
Control.
Picture is jumping up
and down.
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5 WATTS (RMS)
MICROPHONE -74dB 600 OHMS IMPEDANCE WITH
6.3mm DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
POWER SECTION AC 110V-120V~60Hz
DIMENSIONS (W x D x H) 10.8 x 9.6 x 16.0 inches / 27.5 x 24.5 x
40.6 cm
WEIGHT 14.5 lbs / 6.6 kgs
Specifications are typical, individual units might vary. They are subject to continuous
improvement without notice and without incurring any obligation.
SPECIFICATIONS
4 OHMS
MONITOR SECTION 5.5” BLACK AND WHITE MONITOR NTSC SYSTEM
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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
karaoke terms:
Echo:
Echo adds depth and resonance to a singer's voice without affecting the music. This echo is
produced by creating minor controlled feedback in the singer's voice.
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
on your own.
Auto Voice Control (A.V.C.):
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
only works with multiplex recording and not with standard audio recordings.
Pitch Control:
This function controls pitch of music by controlling 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).
Key Controller:
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
not read VCD or DVD encoded discs.
Standard audio discs and cassette tapes will not display lyrics on your TV. Audio CDs do not
contain the software necessary to display lyrics.
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6601 Lyons Road, Bldg. Suite A7, Coconut Creek, FL33073-9902, USA.
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The Singing Machine Company, Inc. d/b/a
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