TM SMG - 299 COMPACT DISC + GRAPHICS KARAOKE CENTER OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this unit. The Singing MachineTM is a registered trademark of The Singing Machine Co., Inc.
WARNINGS This CD player is made tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Careful attention is devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your recorder, and safety is a major factor in its design. However, safety is also your responsibility. This section lists important information that will help you properly use and enjoy your recorder and accessories. Read all the included safety and operating instructions before using your recorder. Follow them closely, and retain them for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Objects and Liquids - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock, Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. Wall or Ceiling Mount - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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: Echo: Echo adds depth and resonance to a singer’ s voice, without affecting the music.
INTRODUCTION Your SMG-299 Compact Disc + Graphics Karaoke Center will provide you with many years of fun and entertainment. It can let you be the “ star” as you sing along with your favorite recordings and hear your voice with the music through the system’ s speakers. This Karaoke Center is full of features, yet it is easy to use. Just a few simple instructions and you will become an expert.
CONTROL LOCATIONS "" ! " # $ "! % & ' POWER " DI S C 1 DI S C 2 DI S C 3 3CD+GRAPHIC CHANGER DISPLAY REPEAT CDG STOP REMOTE SENSOR MIC VOLUME MASTER VOLUME MEG A B ASS O FF S K IP ON MI C 1 MI C 2 FU N CT IO N SE LE C T S E AR CH E CH O M AX MIN TA PE CD + G A .V .C. B A LA N CE O FF L AU X P IT CH R LO HI ! ! PL AYB AC K RECO RD /PL AYBAC K ! REC PLAY REW FFWD STOP/EJ.
CONTROL LOCATIONS !" !% " !& !' " MODEL NO. POWER SOURCE DC JACK CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT TM : SMG - 2 99 :AC1 20V~6 0Hz/AC 230 V~50H z :DC 12V POWER C ONSUMPTI ON : 70 W SERI AL NO. : 2A WARNING: TO REDUC E THE RIS K OF F IRE OR ELEC TRO NIC SHOCK, DO N OT EXPO SE THIS APPLIAN CE TO RAIN OR MO IS TUR E.
DISPLAY LCD DISPLAY - ON THE UNIT ! " # % $ & REPEAT ! MEMORY DISC TRACK TOTAL MIN SEC $ % -)+0 ! " # & ' ! " # $ % & ' ' ONE ALL DISC ! OVER 1. PLAY Icon 2. PAUSE Icon 3. DISC 1 Icon 4. DISC 2 Icon 5. DISC 3 Icon 6. MEMORY Icon 7. TRACK NUMBER Icon 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
MAKING THE CONNECTIONS CONNECTING POWER - PLEASE BE SURE THE AC MAIN POWER SWITCH (LOCATED ON THE BACK PANEL) IS SWITCHED TO THE ON POSITION. You can power the system from a standard 120V or 230V AC outlet by using the supplied power cord. 230V OPERATION: Requires changing the voltage setting from 120V to 230V and obtaining an adapter for appropriate the 230V service outlet to be used.
MAKING THE CONNECTIONS Please have the sample CDG demo disc provided with your Singing Machine playing in the Singing Machine when you are making these connections so you will see the lyrics on the screen as soon as you have the setup completed correctly. You must specify the source you wish to view when you are connecting the video out from the Singing Machine to either a TV or a VCR. Every TV and VCR manufacturer accomplishes the set-up a little differently.
MAKING THE CONNECTIONS CONNECTING AN AUDIO COMPONENT FOR OUTPUT To connect an audio component (such as a power amplifier or a PA system amplifier) so you can hear the system’ s music & vocal through it, plug the audio component into the AUX OUT jacks. REAR VIEW OF SET (AUDIO IN) L&R Another Audio Component ATTENTION: ELECTRONIC MASTER VOLUME TOUCH CONTROL To avoid damaging this control, please twist the master volume control gently to the right or left to obtain a desired level setting.
CD OR CD+G OPERATION PREPARATION This unit is designed to play CD s bearing the identification logo. If CD s do not conform to the CD standard, they may not properly play. Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off with a soft cloth. Wipe in a straight motion from the center to the outside of the disc. Never use chemicals, such as record cleaning sprays, antistatic sprays or fluids, benzene or thinner to clean compact disc.
STOP Mode If the STOP button is pressed in the course of playing, the disc will cease to play. (The total track number will be shown on the LCD display). SKIP PLAY (For both CD and CDG discs) When playing any CD disc or during stop mode, you can skip up or down to your desired track number by pressing the SKIP buttons( SKIP ). SEARCH (For CD Audio discs only, SEARCH mode will not operate for CD+Gs.
CASSETTE OPERATION Loading and Unloading Cassettes Follow these steps to load and unload 1. Press the STOP/EJECT button. 2. Insert a cassette with desired side facing you, tape surface down. Avoid touching tape. 3. Close cassette holder/tape deck cover. To ensure firm locking of cassette holder/ tape covers, please press the cassette door(s) at the center point (or the maximum right position) until a click sound is heard. Note: To unload, press STOP/EJECT button, remove cassette and close cover.
SING ALONG WITH A TAPE 1.Following instructions for PLAYBACK. a) Turn on POWER (1). b)Switch FUNCTION SELECT to TAPE, then load cassette(s) into Tape Deck 1, Tape Deck 2 or both Decks (5). c) Depress PLAY button(s)(9) of Deck 1 or Deck 2. d) Adjust MASTER VOLUME (6), and BALANCE (8) controls to your pleasure. e) Adjust PITCH (Tape Speed) (7) control if desired. This will alter pitch and tempo. If music is too high for your voice, slow down the tape and it will lower the pitch.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE POWER SWITCH After using the SMG-299, turn off the power by pressing the power switch. NOTE * Screwdrivers and other metal objects should never be allowed to come in contact with tape heads. These will scratch the sensitive surface causing damage to your tapes. * Magnets or magnetized objects should not be placed near tape heads. To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your stereo system from the AC power plug when cleaning.
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 the remedy to your problem. PROBLEM No power when POWER is on. POSSIBLE CAUSE No power plug connection at the AC outlet. The MAIN POWER switch on the back panel is off. Volume control is set to minimum. The wrong function is selected. Dirty capstan. Irregular cassette tape winding.
SPECIFICATIONS STEREO AUDIO SECTION: OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM) OUTPUT IMPEDANCE MONO EXTENSION/EXTERNAL SPEAKER 10 WATTS x 2 4 ohms 10 WATTS NOMINAL CD PLAYER SECTION: FREQUENCY RESPONSE SIGNAL - TO - NOISE RATIO WOW AND FLUTTER D - A CONVERSION NUMBER OF PROGRAMS SAMPLING SYSTEM 40 Hz - 20KHz (+/- 3 dB) 75 dB (A-WTD) IMMEASURABLE 1 - BIT DAC 32 STEPS RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAMMING 8 TIMES OVER SAMPLING CASSETTE DECK SECTION: WOW AND FLUTTER FREQUENCY RESPONSE TAPE SPEED 0.35% (WRMS) 125Hz - 6.
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