The Singing Machine SMC2068 User manual

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SMC2068
INSTRUCTION MANUAL/
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES/
MODE D’EMPLOI
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Important Safety Information
1. Read these Instructions.
2. Keep these Instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings.
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 the Manufacturer’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-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. When
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/accessories 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 power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with
water, such as a vase, on the apparatus.
16. The AC mains plug is used as the power disconnect device and it
should remain readily accessible and operable during intended use. In
order to completely disconnect the apparatus from power, the mains
plug should be completely removed from the AC outlet socket.
17. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not expose
batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or other
heat sources.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE: The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
ATTENTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying this product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Warnings
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DRIPPING WARNING: This product shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and 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.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency
energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful
interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the
instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this
equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
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.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, 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.
The rating information is located at the bottom of the unit.
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.
RF Exposure Warning Statements:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment shall be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & body.

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Included
Please make sure that the following items are included.
AC Adapter
Manual Cradle with mic holders
(Detachable)
Main Unit Wireless Microphone
x2
Extendable Mic stand

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Assembly
Not for use with other microphone stands. Only lift unit from bottom base. Use caution when
placing larger-sized devices in holder.
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1 Lift the rubber cover on the top of the Main unit. Insert the Mic
stand into the Main unit and rotate
clockwise to tighten it.
2 Untighten cradle pole adjustment cap, pull up on the cradle pole.
Retighten cap to keep in place.
3 Untighten cradle pole cap.
4 Insert then rotate to tighten the Cradle with Mic holders on the mic
stand.
5 Untighten height adjustment cap to adjust to a suitable height.
Retighten cap to hold in place
Cradle pole
adjustment cap
Height
adjustment cap
Extendable Mic
Stand
Cradle pole cap
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Location of Controls
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1. USB slot
2. (Voice effects up) button
3. Music Volume/Mic Volume control
4. Rubber Cover
5. (Navigation Up) button
6. BACK Button
7. (Casting) button
8. USB button
9 Power indicator
10. / (On/Standby/Lights button)
11. AUX IN button
12. (Back skip/ Navigation left) button
13. Display
14. (Navigation Down) button
15. (Next Skip/Navigation) button
16. (Voice effects down) button
17. (Play/Pause/Stop) button
18. RECORD button
19. Record indicator
20. (Bluetooth/Vocals off) button
21. Bluetooth indicator
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Location of Controls
1. Cradle
2. Mic Holders
3. Cradle pole adjustment
cap
4. Height adjustment cap
5. Speaker
6. Handle
7. Mic Holders
8. HDMI Jack
9. Aux In Jack
10. Reset hole
11. Mic 1 jack
12. Mic 2 jack
13. DC In jack
14.
+
(Mic Volume +)
button
15.
-
(Mic Volume -)
button
16. Wireless mic power
indicator
17. Wireless mic power
button
18. Battery indicator
19. WiFi indicator
20. Display
21. Mic 1 indicator
22. Mic 2 indicator
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WIRELESS MIC
WIRELESS MIC
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Rechargeable Battery
This unit comes with a built-in rechargeable battery pack that will allow the unit to be used
without being connected to AC power. The rechargeable battery pack must NOT be services/
replaced by the user.
To optimize the battery life, we recommend to charge the unit once a month. When the
battery indicator on the display flashes slowly, recharge the unit by following the steps below:
1
Insert the AC power cord into a
conveniently located AC outlet
having 120V, 60Hz.
2 Allow the unit to charge for approximately 5 hours for a full
charge. When fully charged,
the battery indicator will turn
off.
3 Disconnect the AC cord and the fully charged unit can
be used for approximately
4 hours depending on the
function chosen.
ATTENTION: The sound volume will adjust automatically when the battery is not full.
Recycling and Disposal Information:
• Do not dispose of electronic devices or any of their components.
(especially batteries and LCD displays) in your municipal trash collection.
• Consult your local waste management authority or a recycling organization like Earth911.
com to find an electronics recycling facility in your area.
CAUTION: Rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Energy Saving (Auto Power System-
APS)
If there is no audio playback, the unit will automatically enter standby mode after 20 minutes.
To resume use of the unit press the / button.
APS is for energy saving purposes.

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NOTES:
• Make all connections prior to plugging the AC adaptor into a power outlet.
• The provided AC adapter can only be used to charge the built-in rechargeable battery. Do
NOT use with other devices.
Connections
Insert the AC power cord into a
conveniently located AC outlet having
120V AC, 60Hz.
Charging the unit
Connecting the Unit to a TV
To output the casting video and
casting audio to your TV, perform
the following steps:
Plug the HDMI cable (not included)
into the HDMI Jack on the back of
the unit. Plug the other end of the
HDMI cable into the HDMI input on
your TV.
NOTES:
• This unit can be used with or without a TV, but it is highly recommended to use a TV in
order to utilize all the features.
• Also refer to the TV’s User Guide.
• Audio and mic input cannot be output to your TV.
HDMI Jack (In)
HDMI IN 1
HDMI Cable
2
Rear of External TV
HDMI Jack (Out)

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Connections
Connecting the Wireless Microphone(s)
Changing the Wireless Microphone’s Battery
Press the / button to turn the unit on.
Press the Wireless Mic’s u button
to turn on the mic. The Mic indicator 1
or 2 will blink. It will be light solid when
connected.
NOTES:
• Working distance of up to 30 feet/10
meters in open space.
• If there is no audio input to the unit
for 20 minutes, the wireless mics
connection will automatically turn off.
Turn on the unit and press the button
to reactivate the connection.
When the wireless mic batteries are low
the battery indicator will flash. Change the
batteries as follows:
1 Unscrew the bottom of the wire- less microphone.
2 Replace the batteries with 2 x "AA" size/LR6 battery.
3 Replace the bottom of the wire- less microphone and screw it back
on.
Battery Precautions
The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in
this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the
batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed
batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline
and Carbon Zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged,
they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s
directions.)
6. Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the product
before being charged.
7. Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
8. Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the product.
9. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
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Connections
Lights Mode
u
There are 3 built-in light modes. Repeatedly
press the / button to switch between
lighting effects.
Cradle
PULL
Connecting the optional wired Microphone
u
Connect the wired microphone (not
included) into Mic jack uor v (when
desired); the corresponding mic Indicator
light will blink.
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Connections
Connect to Wi-Fi
1 Connect the unit as described previously and ensure to connect
it to a TV. Press the / button
to turn the unit on.
2 USE YOUR MOBILE DEVICE TO CONNECT THIS UNIT
Press the button or using the , , , Navigation and
button to select the SINGCAST
OPEN in the main menu (the unit
should be connected to a TV).
"CAS" will display on the screen. If
this unit has not been connected
to your WiFi network, a step 1 QR
code will pop up on screen. Use
your mobile device to scan the QR
code allowing it a moment to load.
Once your mobile device connects
to the unit successfully, the step 2
QR code will pop up on screen.
3 CONNECT THIS UNIT TO YOUR WIFI NETWORK
Use your mobile device to scan the step 2 QR code and allow it to
load. The WiFI list will pop up on
your mobile device. Search for and
select your home WiFi and input
your WiFi password to complete
the login process.
If the unit does NOT connect to your home WiFi successfully,
check your password and WiFi
frequency and repeat above steps.
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NOTES:
• Make sure the Wi-Fi network of the mobile device and unit are using the same network.
• WPA3 security settings can cause connection issues. If you have WPA3 security, we
recommend lowering to WPA2 or lower. Or contact us for further help.

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Connections
Connect to Wi-Fi (Continued)
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4 When the unit connects to your WiFi successfully, "connected"
will display on-screen. You can
download the Singing Machine
Karaoke App to listen to your
favorite karaoke music and project
the HD karaoke video on your TV.
5 The unit automatically searches and pairs to a previously paired
WiFi network. If you want to
connect to another WiFi network,
you can go to the main menu
and select SETTINGS>WiFi
setting>DISCONNECT to
disconnect from the WiFi network
in order to connect to another
WiFi network.
6 Press the button to go back to the previous screen. Press and
hold to go to the main menu.

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Connections
1 Press and hold the button to go to the main menu. Using the ,
, , Navigation and button
select the SETTINGS icon; "SEt"
will appear on-screen.
2 Select WiFi setting to connect or disconnect from the WiFi network
and check the WiFi signal level.
3
Select Software update to
update the software of the unit.
4 Select Software info to check the latest software version and serial
number of this unit.
5 Select Factory setting to delete all data stored in the unit.
Settings
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Operation
Using SingCast Casting
1 Connect the unit as described previously and ensure to connect
it to a TV. Press the / button
to power on the unit. The power
indicator will light solid.
2 Press the button or using the , , , Navigation and
button to select the SINGCAST
OPEN in the main menu (the unit
should be connected to a TV).
“CAST” appears on the display.
3 Download the Singing Machine Karaoke App to choose from
thousands of HD karaoke videos,
project your favorite karaoke
videos from your mobile device to
your TV (make sure your mobile
device and the unit are connected
to the same WiFi network).
4 After registering your account, choose your favorite song. Press
the icon “ “ and select
“SingCast_Cube” to cast to your
TV.
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Operation
Using SingCast Casting (Continued)
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Press the button on the
microphone to turn on the mic.
6 Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the MUSIC VOLUME/
MIC VOLUME control.
7 Toggle the MUSIC VOLUME/MIC VOLUME control on unit or press
the the
+
or
-
buttons on mic as
desired.
Increasing this control will increase the volume of the microphone.
8 Press the or button to select a voice effect.
9 RECORD YOUR SINGING
PERFORMANCE
To record your singing as well as
the music, press the REC button.
Recording will begin and the
record indicator will light solid.
When done recording, press the
REC button again; the record
indicator will turn off.
NOTES:
• A USB drive (not included) must be
inserted into USB slot to record.
• The recorded audio file will record onto
the USB drive.
9 Press and hold the / button to turn off the unit.
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Operation
Using a Bluetooth Device
1 Connect the unit as described
previously. Press the / button
to turn the unit on.
2
Press the button or using the
, , , Navigation and
button to select the BLUETOOTH
OPEN in the main menu (the unit
should be connected to a TV); “BT”
will light up on the display; the
indicator will flash.
3 The unit automatically searches and pairs a previously paired
Bluetooth device (if previously
paired). If no previously paired
devices are present, connect as
shown in the next step.
NOTE: You can also press and hold the
button to disconnect any paired device in
order to pair another device.
4 Turn on your device’s Bluetooth option in settings to search for
a discoverable device with a
Bluetooth signal. Select “SINGING
MACHINE” from the device
results on the Bluetooth menu.
NOTE: Also refer to the user manual
of your Bluetooth device for detailed
instructions.
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Operation
Using a Bluetooth Device (Continued)
5 “BT” and bluetooth indicator will light solid.
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You can control your Bluetooth
device to start the music playback
OR press the button to start
playback (music app must be
open). Press the button during
playback to pause the song.
7 Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the MUSIC VOLUME/
MIC VOLUME control on this unit
as well as the Volume on your
Bluetooth device.
NOTE: Bluetooth music and your singing
performance are only played on the unit.
8 Press the button on the microphone to turn on the mic.
9 Toggle the MUSIC VOLUME/MIC VOLUME control on unit or press
the the
+
or
-
buttons on mic as
desired.
Increasing this control will increase the volume of the microphone.
NOTES:
• If your Bluetooth prompts you for a passcode during the pairing process, please enter
“0000” to connect.
• On some Bluetooth devices, once pairing is completed, select your Bluetooth device as “Use
as Audio Device” or similar.
• If connection is lost after successful pairing, check to make sure the distance between
speaker and Bluetooth-enabled device does not exceed 30 feet/10 meters.
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Operation
Using a Bluetooth Device (Continued)
10 RECORD YOUR SINGING PERFORMANCE
To record your singing as well as
the music, press the REC button.
Recording will begin and the
record indicator will light solid.
When done recording, press the
REC button again; the record
indicator will turn off.
NOTES:
• A USB drive (not included) must be
inserted into USB slot to record.
• The recorded audio file will record onto
the USB drive.
11To sing without the lead singer on the recording, press the button.
To resume the lead singer, press
again.
NOTE: Lead vocal removal might work
better on some songs than others.
12 Press the or button to select a voice effect.
13 Press and hold the / button to turn off the unit.
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Operation
Playing songs from USB drive
1 Connect the unit as described previously. Press the / button
to turn the unit on.
2
Insert a USB flash drive into the
USB port on the unit.
Make sure to download music
from the Karaoke store.
3
Press the USB button or using the
, , , Navigation and
button to select the USB OPEN in
the main menu (the unit should be
connected to a TV). “READ”
appears on the display.
NOTE: The USB mode cannot be accessed
until a USB drive with songs is inserted.
4
Press the button on the
microphone to turn on the mic.
5 Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the MUSIC VOLUME/
MIC VOLUME control.
6 Toggle the MUSIC VOLUME/MIC VOLUME control on unit or press
the the
+
or
-
buttons on mic as
desired.
Increasing this control will increase the volume of the microphone.
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Operation
Playing songs from USB drive (Continued)
7 Press the button to start playback; if listening to an MP3
file.
During playback, if you wish to pause the music momentarily,
press the button. Press again
to resume normal playback. Press
and hold the button to stop
playback.
8 SKIP: Advance or go back one
track by pressing the or
button. You can also skip forward
or backward 10 files/ tracks press
and hold the or button.
9 Press the or button to select a voice effect.
10 Press and hold the / button to turn off the unit.
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