MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 21 MKS8502 User’s Guide CD/CD+G Karaoke System with B&W Monitor, Video Camera and Sound Effects Microphone Before operating this product, please read these instructions completely.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 1 Dear Customer, Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the unit to become more familiar with it and obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years. Keep these instructions handy for future reference. PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 2 Dear Customer: Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability to be connected to an outdoor antenna. 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS FRONT 1. 1 16 2 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 3 4 5 17 18 6 7 8 9 10 19 20 21 22 17. 11 12 23 24 18. 13 25 26 27 19. 20. 21. 28 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 14 15 REAR JACK PANEL 29 30 31 32 33 34 14. 15. 16.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 5 POWER SOURCE AC: Use the AC polarized line cord included with the unit for operation on AC power. Insert into a conveniently located AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz. NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 6 OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED) Note: If you have a mono TV with only one Audio In jack, you may have to purchase a “Y” adapter (stereo to mono) at your local electronics accessories store in order to combine the Left and Right stereo channels from this portable Karaoke to a single mono channel for connection to your mono TV. 3.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 7 CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED) CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO UNIT KARAOKE UNIT Rotate the MONITOR switch to the AUX position when connecting the unit as per this step. To Audio In EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCE From Audio Out NOTES: • Connecting the unit to an external audio source will allow you to broadcast the external unit’s sound through the MKS8502’s speakers. • When connecting the external unit, refer to the owner’s manual of the external unit, as well as this manual.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 8 OPERATION CONNECTING THE MICROPHONE This unit has two microphone jacks which will allow you to sing along with your favorite songs. Before connecting, make sure the MIC VOLUME controls are set to minimum. ECHO CONTROL CDG/CAMERA SWITCH (REAR) MIC ON/OFF SWITCH 1 1 1 Rotate the ECHO control clockwise to increase the echo or counterclockwise to decrease the echo.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 9 OPERATION (CONTINUED) PLAYING COMPACT DISCS NORMAL PLAYBACK (For karaoke, please refer to page 13.) 1 2 3 Press the POWER button to turn the unit on. Rotate the MONITOR switch to the CD position. Press the CD Door OPEN/ CLOSE button to open the CD compartment door. Place a CD in the compartment, with the printed label side facing up. Press the CD Door OPEN/CLOSE button to close the CD compartment door.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 10 OPERATION (CONTINUED) CD PAUSE CONTROL 1 2 During CD playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the Play/Pause ( ) button. Playback stops but the disc continues to spin and the PLAY/PAUSE indicator will blink. Press the Play/Pause ( ) button again to release pause and resume normal CD playback; the PLAY/PAUSE indicator will light.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 11 OPERATION (CONTINUED) REPEAT PLAYBACK 1 2 1 4 1 3 3 2 To repeat a single track, press the REPEAT button ❶ once; the REPEAT indicator will blink. Press the Skip/Search ( ) ❷ or ( ) button ❸ to select the specific track that you wish to repeat. When the desired track number blinks in the display, within five seconds, press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button ❹ to begin playback. The specific track you selected will be repeated continuously.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 12 OPERATION (CONTINUED) 4 5 6 3 3 2 2 1 3 2 1 1 Press the Skip/Search ( ) ❶ or ( ) button ❷ to select the first track that you wish to program. When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PROGRAM button ❸ again. Press either the Skip/Search ( ) ❶ or ( ) button ❷ to select the next track you wish to program. When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PROGRAM button ❸ again.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 13 OPERATION (CONTINUED) PLAYING A CD+G (COMPACT DISC + GRAPHICS) DISC KARAOKE You can listen to a CD+G karaoke disc. CD+G discs combine the recorded music with an additional video track that displays the song lyrics on this monitor. As the song plays, the words to be sung are highlighted in a different color on most CD+Gs.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 14 OPERATION (CONTINUED) USING THE BUILT-IN CAMERA 1 2 3 Rotate the MONITOR switch to the CAMERA position. When connected to an external TV, slide the CDG/CAMERA switch to the CAMERA position to see the image from the camera on the external TV. Open the camera compartment. The camera will then show the image on the built-in screen. Rotate the Camera Focus Adjusting Ring located on the outside of the lens to adjust the camera’s focus.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 15 MICROPHONE – – – – BATTERY INSTALLATION: Remove the Battery Compartment cover on the back of the microphone by pressing down on the tab and lifting the cover off. Insert four (4) AAA” cell batteries (not included), observing the battery polarity indicated inside the compartment. Replace the Battery Compartment cover. + + + + BATTERY PRECAUTIONS Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device: 1.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 16 MICROPHONE (CONTINUED) OPERATION 1 2 1 1 Insert the microphone into Microphone 1 or 2 jack ❶ and press the POWER button ❷ on the main unit.. 4 2 3 Slide the MIC/OFF/ON switch to the MIC position to use the microphone as a standard microphone. Slide the MIC/OFF/ON switch to the ON position to take advantage of the microphone’s sound effects. Press the LAUGHTER button to hear the laughter sound.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 17 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Caring for Compact Discs • Treat the compact disc carefully. Handle the compact disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the compact disc. • Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the compact disc label. • Clean the compact disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the compact disc.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service: Symptom POSSIBLE SOLUTION CD PLAYER CD Player will not play. CD is not installed or inserted upside-down - install correctly. CD skips while playing. Disc is dirty or scratched, replace disc. GENERAL No sound. Power cord disconnected, reconnect. Some vocals are still Using non CD+G CD. Insert a CDG to get this feature. present when AVC is Off.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 19 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL: Power Source .............................................................................................120V, 60Hz AC Speaker ...............................................................................................Impedance 8 Ohms Dimensions ...................................................................XX (W) x XX (H) x XX4 (D) Inches Weight....................................................................................
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