XB6CDG Portable CD Karaoke System User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference XB7CDGIP_UserGuide Rev2.
Introduction Thank you for choosing this Goodmans Portable CD Karaoke System. Not only can you and your friends sing along to all your favourite songs, you can also view the song lyrics on your TV screen. It’s really simple to use: yet full of features with a compact design. After just a few simple instructions, you will become an expert.
Introduction Key features Karaoke with CD+G discs - You and your friends can sing along to all your favourite songs using CD+G discs. The Karaoke System can be connected to a TV to display onscreen lyrics. Your voice and the backing tracks will be played through either the built in speaker, or a connected Sound System/TV. Lyrics on TV Screen - Displays the lyrics with the tempo of music when playing CD+G discs.
What’s in the box? Power Cable Audio/Video RCA Cable Karaoke System Scart Adaptor Quick Start Guide Microphone User Guide Contents 01 Your Karaoke System ................5 06 Specification ...........................15 02 Getting Started..........................6 07 Warnings .................................16 03 Daily Use .................................. 8 08 Electrical Information ...............18 04 CD+G Playback .......................10 09 Guarantee ...............................
Your Karaoke System 01 Front view CD Door Program Indicator Repeat Indicator Power Indicator Play/Pause Indicator Open/Close Button LED Display Power Switch Microphone Volume Dial Program Button Repeat Button Auto Voice Control Echo Dial Skip Button Skip Button Play/Pause Button Stop Button Microphone 1 Input Microphone 2 Input Volume Dial Rear view Carry Handle Audio Output R Video Output (Composite) VIDEO OUT L AUDIO OUT AC~ AC Power Input Battery Compartment 5
02 Getting started 1 Power the Karaoke System using batteries The Karaoke System can be powered using eight ‘C’ type batteries. Insert eight batteries (not supplied) into the Battery Compartment at the bottom of the Karaoke System observing the polarity markings on the base of the Battery Compartment. OPEN DON’T FORGET! When replacing the batteries make sure that you use the same size and type.
Getting started 3 02 Setting up the Karaoke System Plug the Microphone Jack into the MIC 1 Socket on the front of the Karaoke System. Connect the Karaoke System to your TV using the Supplied RCA Cables (use the supplied SCART adaptor if required). Turn your TV ON and select the AV source. Connect the Power Cable to the Power Socket on the rear of the Karaoke System. Insert the Power Cable Plug into the wall socket and switch the socket On. Load a CD+G disc onto the central spindle.
03 Daily use Switching ON To turn the Karaoke System On, Rotate the POWER switch to the ON position. To turn the Karaoke System Off, Rotate the POWER switch to the OFF position. Using the microphone Up to two Microphones can be used with the Karaoke System. DON’T FORGET! Only one microphone is supplied with the Karaoke System. Insert the Microphone Jack into the MIC 1 or MIC 2 socket on the front of the Karaoke System. Slide the Microphone Power Switch to the ON position.
Daily use 03 Cutting Backing Vocals while you Sing The Karaoke System allows you to reduce or turn off the vocals of the backing track while you sing. To turn off the vocals of the backing track while you sing, rotate the AVC DIAL on the front of the Karaoke System clockwise. Whenever you sing, the vocals of the backing track will temporarily stop. When you stop singing, the backing vocals will be heard again.
04 CD+G playback Playing CD+G discs Loading discs Rotate the POWER switch to the ON position to turn on the Karaoke System. Press the top right hand corner of the CD Door to open. Insert the CD+G Disc into the CD Compartment with the label facing outwards. Close the CD Door. When closed, the Karaoke System starts to spin the disc. The LED Display will show the total number of tracks on the CD+G. Playback Press the / II button to begin playback.
04 CD+G playback Press the PROG button. The Prog indicator will begin to flash and the number 1 will momentarily appear on the LED Display. This indicates that you can programme the first track. Select the first track using the I and I buttons. Press the PROG button on the Karaoke System. The number 2 will momentarily appear on the LED Display. This indicates that you can programme the second track. Select the second track using the I and I buttons.
05 Troubleshooting General Problem Possible Cause What to do No Power 1. The plug is not plugged into the wall socket. 2. The wall socket is not turned on. 1. The volume is on the minimum setting. 1. The POWER switch is not in the ON position. 1. Ensure the plug is plugged into the wall socket. 2. Turn on the power at the wall socket. 1. Increase the master volume. No sound is heard There is no sound from the Karaoke System when playing CD+G discs 2. The CD+G disc is inserted incorrectly.
05 Troubleshooting CD Problem Possible Cause The CD does not play 1. The CD is incorrectly loaded. CD Sound Skips What to do 1. Ensure the CD is correctly loaded into the CD Compartment. See page 7 for more information. 2. The CD is an 2. Check the format of the CD unsupported format. is supported. See page 11 for more information. 3. The CD is paused. 3. Press the / II button to continue playback of the CD. 4. The Karaoke System is 4. Rotate the POWER switch to not playing CD or ON position.
05 Troubleshooting Karaoke Problem Possible Cause What to do Some vocals are 1. Backup vocals are still present when supposed to be AUTO VOICE included. CONTROL is on the minimum setting Feedback is heard 1. Microphone is too when singing close to unit or the microphone volume is too high. No song lyrics 1. Using a non-CD+G appear on the TV disc. screen 2. Video cable is not connected properly to the TV. 3. AV source on your TV is not selected. 1. This is normal, only the main vocal(s) will be reduced.
06 Specifications Model Number XB6CDG Power Supply 230V AC 50Hz 12V DC (8 x 1.5V "C" size batteries) (not included) Alkaline is recommended for longer life Power Consumption: Off Mode Operating 0.5W 15W Frequency Response 100 - 10,000 Hz (+/- 3db) Power Output 1W x 2 (10% THD) Speaker 3” 4 ohms Microphone 60 dB 600 ohms impedance with 6.3mm dynamic microphone Unit Dimensions 241 (D) x 210 (W) x 192 (H) mm Unit Weight 1.
07 Warnings WEEE This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/ EG concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances.
Warnings 07 Make sure that other people in your household are conversant with the Karaoke System. Don’t obstruct the ventilation vents on the Karaoke System, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Don’t allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. Store the Karaoke System in a clean, dry environment. Do not use any cleaning solutions on the Karaoke System.
08 Electrical information The mains lead supplied with this Karaoke System is fitted with a BS1363/A 13 amp plug. If it is not suitable for your supply sockets it must be removed and replaced with an appropriate plug. If the plug becomes damaged and/or needs to be replaced please follow the wiring instructions below. The plug removed must be disposed of immediately. It must not be plugged into a supply socket as this will be an electrical hazard.
Guarantee 09 The Karaoke System is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. If any defect due to faulty materials or workmanship, contact the Goodmans Helpline. Have your receipt of purchase on hand. The guarantee is subject to the following provisions: • It is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase. • The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this User Guide.
Technical Support: 0871 230 1777 Rev5-11052010 XB6CDG IB
