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The Singing Machine STVG-513 manual

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  • Page 1

    STVG-513 Please read before using this unit. Instruction Manual Please read before using this unit. Compact Disc + Graphics with Built-In TV Karaoke Center[...]

  • Page 2

    W ARNINGS 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 [...]

  • Page 3

    2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY IN STRUCTIONS 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered t[...]

  • Page 4

    IMPORT ANT SAFETY IN STRUCTIONS 15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper groundin[...]

  • Page 5

    INTRODUCTION Your Compact Disc + Graphics with Built-In TV 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 speaker. This Karaoke Center is easy to use, yet full of features with a compa[...]

  • Page 6

    CONTROL LOCA TIONS 5 FRONT VIEW 1. ON/OFF LED 12. MIC Volume Control 23. Model Number 2. REPEAT Button 13. Mic Holder 24. CDG LED 3. PROGRAM Button 14. MIC 1 Jack 25. Master Volume Control 4. REPEAT Indicator 15. FUNCTION Selector 26. MIC Holder 5. LED Display 16. MIC 2 Jack 27 Dial Pointer 6. PLAY/P AUSE Indicator 17. ECHO Control 28. BAND Selecto[...]

  • Page 7

    CONTROL LOCA TIONS 6 REAR VIEW 33. Rod Antenna 39. AUX OUTPUT Jack (L) 34. AUX INPUT Jack (L) 40. AC POWER Cord 35. AUX INPUT Jack (R) 41. BRIGHTNESS Control 36. VIDEO IN Jack 42. VERTICAL HOLD Control 37. VIDEO OUT Jack 43. CONTRAST Control 38. AUX OUTPUT Jack (R) 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43[...]

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    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 The Singing Machine [...]

  • Page 9

    If your television does not have the required Video Input, you will need an RF Modulator (Radio Frequency Modulator), which connects through your TV Antenna or cable line and serves as Video Input. An RF Modulator can be purchased at almost any consumer electronics retailer. If you are connecting the video from the Singing Machine to either a telev[...]

  • Page 10

    CONNECTING A VIDEO COMPONENT FOR INPUT Please follow the steps below to display CDG lyrics on the Singing Machine’s monitor from another video source: (1) Locate the multicolored patch cords. (2) Connect video cable (yellow) to the Video In of the back of the Singing Machine. (3) Connect the other end of the Video Cable (yellow) to the Video Outp[...]

  • Page 11

    MAKING THE CONNECTIONS CONNECTING AN AUDIO COMPONENT FOR INPUT T o connect another audio source (such as a Tuner , an A V Receiver or a VCR) so you can sing along with its music, simply connect the Audio Output jacks (Red & White RCA jacks) to the Singing Machine’s AUX IN L & R jacks. 10 AUX INPUT L (White Jack) REAR VIEW OF SINGING MACHI[...]

  • Page 12

    D Warning - T apping or dropping the microphone while it is on can permanently damage your microphone. Resist the urge to swing the microphone around by the cord! PREPARA TION ! 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 play properly. ! Fingerprints[...]

  • Page 13

    CD OR CD+G OPERATION PLAY/P AUSE MODE ! To st art playing, press the PLAY/P AUSE button. The first track [ ] and the PLAY/P AUSE LED will be lit. ! T o temporarily stop playing, press the PLAY/P AUSE button. The PLAY/P AUSE LED Indicator will flash. ! T o resume play, press this button again. MONITOR ON/OFF ! Set MONITOR ON/OFF switch to ON if you [...]

  • Page 14

    RADIO OPERATION 13 AM/FM RADIO 1. Turn on POWER. 2. Switch FUNCTION (RADIO/CDG/AUX) Selector to RADIO position. 3. Switch BAND SELECTOR to either AM or FM radio position. 4. For FM reception, use directional antenna on back of unit for best signal. (AM antenna is built-in). 5. Turn RADIO TUNER to select desired station as indicated on dial. 6. Adju[...]

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    CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING DISC Cleaning will not normally be necessary . However, should fingerprints, dust or dirt appear, you can wipe them off with a soft, lint-free cloth. Wipe the disc in a straight line from center to edge. You can moisten the disc first with ordinary tap water if necessary . NOTE: Do not use detergent or abrasive cleanin[...]

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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/P A system. Turn on th[...]

  • Page 17

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SOLUTION PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Follow directions on page E7 for ‘Video Connection’. No sound - If audio is going through TV or VCR. Source Selection on TV or VCR is not correct. No song lyrics appear on screen. Connect the video cable to the Singing Machine’s VIDEO OUT and to the TV VIDEO IN. Using your TV Remote to se[...]

  • Page 18

    SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO SECTION: OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM) OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 2 WA TTS (RMS) 8 OHMS CD PLAYER SECTION: FREQUENCY RESPONSE SIGNAL - TO - NOISE RA TIO WOW AND FLUTTER D - A CONVERSION NUMBER OF PROGRAMS SAMPLING SYSTEM 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 3dB) 65 dB IMMEASURABLE 1-BIT DAC 20 STEPS RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAMMING 8 TIMES OVER SAMPLING POWER SECTION [...]

  • Page 19

    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 Ma[...]

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    PRINTED IN CHINA VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.singingmachine.com The Singing Machine Company , Inc. 6601 Lyons Road, Bldg. A7, Coconut Creek, FL33073-9902, USA. TEL: (954) 596-1000 FAX: (954) 596-2000 513-0411-ENG01[...]