Singing Machine STVG-519 CDG Karaoke Player Instruction Manual

Singing Machine STVG-519 CDG Karaoke Player

WARNINGS

• 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
• The CAUTION marking is located on the rear panel.
• This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.
• This symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are included in the literature accompanying this product.

DRIPPING WARNING

The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that 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.
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.

SAFETY CERTIFICATION

This device is made and tested to meet safety standards of the FCC, requirements and compliance with safety performance of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and also with FDA Radiation Performance Standards 21 CFR Subchapter J. Main plug is used as disconnect device and ii should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the main plug should be disconnected from the main socket outlet completely.

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.
• The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• The apparatus shall be used in an open area.

CAUTION This compact disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear panel.

• CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 1 LASER-PRODUKT DER KLASSE 1

CAUTION!

Invisible laser radiation when open and inter locks defeated. Avoid exposure to beam.

FCC IMPORTANT

Since CD circuitry may cause interference to other radio tuners nearby, switch this unit off when not in use or move it away from the affected radio tuner.

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.

This class(b) digital apparatus complies with canadian ices-003.

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system.

WARNINGS

NOTE: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada. 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 (which can be determined by turning the equipment off), 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 instruction should be adhered to.

4. Foltow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth only for cleaning the exterior only. Do NOT attempt to clean the inside.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement, ornear a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult. and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by lhe manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.

11. Power Sources- This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instruction.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
    Alternate Warnings -This product may be equipped with a three-wire grounding- type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. 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 81 O of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding Electrode. See figure:

15. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

16. Power Lines- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of over head power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall in to such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system. extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry- Never push objects of any kind in to this product through openings as they may touch dangerous vollage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

    • When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
    • liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
    • If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
    • If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will of ten require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
    • If the product has been dropped or damaged in anyway, and
    • When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance -this indicates a need for service.

21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22. Safety Check safety checks to detenmine that the product is in proper operating condition.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting manufacturer.

24. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers )that produce heat.

25. Unplug this apparatus during lighting stonms or when unused for long periods of time.

26. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

27. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

28. Ensure children and babies do not play with plastic bags or any packaging materials.

CONTROL LOCATIONS

FRONT VIEW

1. Monitor
2. ON/OFF button
3. ON/OFF LED
4. Monitor ON/OFF button
5. KEY + button
6. KEY – button
7. COG Indicator
8. Mic Holder
9. A.V.C. ON/OFF button
10. MIC VOLUME control
11. ECHO control
12. CD Door
13. Play/Pause button
14. Play/Pause LED
15. STOP button
16. SKIP button
17. SKIP button
18. PROGRAM Button
19. PROGRAM LED
20. REPEAT Button
21. REPEAT LED
22. OPEN/CLOSE button
23. MASTER VOLUME control
24. MIC 1 Jack
25. MIC 2 Jack
26. BALANCE Control
27. LED Display
28. Loudspeaker REAR VIEW
29. CONTRAST Control
30. BRIGHTNESS Control
31. VERTICAL HOLD Control
32. VIDEO OUT Jack
33. AUX OUT Jack (L)
34. AUX OUT Jack (R)
35. DC Jack (DC 12V)

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING POWER

Insert the DC plug of the power adapter into the DC 12V jack of the unit. You can power the system from a standard AC outlet by using the supplied Power Adapter (The adapter operates on AC 1 OOV-240V/50Hz-60Hz 8-C–@).

CAUTION:

• The included AC adaptor is for use with this unit only. Do not use them with other equipment.
• When the unit is not going to be used for a long time, disconnect the adaptor from the AC outlet.
• When the adaptor is plugged in, the apparatus is not completely disconnected from the main, even when the power is turned off.

CONNECTING TO YOUR TV OR VCR/DVD PLAYER

Your Singing Machine is designed to connect to your TV the same way you would connect most video cameras, VCR/DVD players or video game consoles.

We have provided RCA cables to connect your unit to a TV, VCR/DVD player, video device or an external audio/sound system. The RCA cables have three connections at each end (white and red are for left and right audio connections and the yellow is for video connection).

Please follow the steps below to display CD+G lyrics on the TV screen:

1. Locate the multi-colored RCA cables
2. Connect video cable (yellow) to the video out of the back of the Singing Machine
3. Connect the other end of the video cable (yellow) to the video input on your TV or VCR/DVD Player

SELECTING YOUR SINGING MACHINE AS YOUR SOURCE/INPUT

Selecting your Singing Machine as a source/input on your TV is very similar to connecting a VCR/DVD or Satellite system.

We’ve listed below the most common ways of selecting the source from your TV or VCR/DVD Player:

1. In the set up menu of the TV or VCR/DVD player there may be an option for”lnput Select” where you can choose between “Cable/Ant., Video 1, Video 2, etc.” as the input source.
2. Look for a TV channel between the highest and lowest on your TV or VCR/DVD player (i.e. AUX, EXT, LINE 1 or LINE IN)
3. Your remote control for either your TV or VCR/DVD player may have source input selections as well as detailed below: “VIDEO, VIDEO 1, GAME, AUX, EXT or LINE-IN.” Choosing one of those in most cases should display the lyrics from your Singing Machine as well.

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

AUDIO CONNECTION

Please follow the steps below to connect the unit to your TV or VCR or home stereo system:

1. Locate the multicolored patch cords.
2. Connect audio cables (White and Red) to the Audio Out (White-Left and Red-Right)of the back of the Singing Machine.
3. Connect the other end of the audio cables to the audio/auxiliary input on your TV or VCR or home stereo system.

CD OR CD+G OPERATION

This unit is designed to play CDs and CD+Gs bearing the identification logo respectively. If the disc does not conform to the standard, it may not play properly.

TURNING POWER ON/OFF

• To turn on the unit, press the ON/OFF button, the ON/OFF LED Indicator will light up.
• To turn it off, press the ON/OFF button again, the ON/OFF LED Indicator will turn off.

LOADING A DISC

• Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD door, place a CD or CD+G disc in the compartment with the printed side facing upward and the shiny side facing down.
• Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again to close the CD door. The LED window will display the total number of tracks. (If no disc is loaded. it will display”no”. If a COG is loaded, the COG indicator will light up.}

Note: -Never place anything except a compact disc in the disc tray Foreign objects can damage the unit. -Only place one disc on the disc tray at a time.

(Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide “If a disc is loaded but the total tracks do not appear”.)

PLAY/PAUSE

• Adjust MASTER VOLUME control on your unit, TV or audio system to a comfortable level.
• To start playing, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The first track [D I] and the PLAY/PAUSE LED will be lit.
• To temporarily stop playing, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PLAY/PAUSE LED Indicator will flash.
• To resume play, press this button again.

Note: -Pressing pause repeatedly when a CD+G is playing may cause distorted lyrics on your TV screen. Any distortion will remain on the TV screen until it is refreshed either during an instrumental break or the song is slopped and/or the song is started from the beginning.

STOP

If the STOP button is pressed in the course of playing, the disc will cease to play. (The total number of tracks will be shown on the LED window.}

MASTER VOLUME

Rotate to the MASTER VOLUME control to obtain the desired sound level.

Note: The MIC Volume must be adjusted simultaneously with the master volume level.

SKIP (For both CD and COG discs)

• During STOP mode, you can skip forward or back to your desired track number by pressing the SKIP buttons ( ).
• To resume playing the selected song. press PLAY /PAUSE button.

SEARCH (For audio CD disc only)

When playing any audio CD, press and hold the SKIP button ( }. The CD will search at high speed in the forward or backward direction. Normal play will continue when you release the button.

REPEAT

• To repeat the track currently playing, press the REPEAT button once. The REPEAT LED will start to flash.
• To repeat all tracks, press the REPEAT button twice. The REPEAT LED will light up and stay lit. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin.
• To clear the REPEAT function, press the REPEAT button again. The REPEAT LED will turn off.

PROGRAM

• Use this button to program and play back songs in a preselected order.
  • Step 1: Programming should be done in the stop mode only. Press the PROGRAM button until the PROGRAM LED flashes, the track will read [Q].
  • Step 2: Press the SKIP buttons ( 1+111 – SKIP-II+! ) to select a desired track.
  • Step 3: Press PROGRAM button to confirm entry. You can repeat the same steps up to a maximum of 20 tracks.
  • Step 4: Press PLAY button when you have completed programming and you are ready to start singing.
• Press the STOP button to clear all the programmed entries.

MONITOR ON/OFF

• Press MONITOR ON/OFF button to ON if you want to display a COG lyrics on the Singing Machine’s monitor.
• Adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST and VERTICAL HOLD controls at the back of the Singing Machine to have the best picture performance.

KARAOKE FUNCTIONS

Sing a long with the music by plugging in the provided microphone into either one of the microphone jacks on the unit.

Warning- Tapping or dropping the microphone while It is on can permanently damage your microphone. Resist the urge to swing the microphone around by the cord/

MIC VOLUME

Adjust the MIC VOLUME control to a desired level and obtain the best performance.

Warning- To avoid Microphone feedback please avoid being too close to the speaker.

• ECHO
  Adjust the ECHO control to enhance your voice for a concert hall effect.

• KEY CONTROL
  Press the KEY+/- button to adjust the KEY control (Level: -4 to 4) so as to obtain the best voice to your favorite songs.

• BALANCE
  Adjust the BALANCE control between the prerecorded singer’s voice and the music when using a multiplex karaoke disc. (Please see Glossary of term to learn more about multiplex on our website.)

• AUTO VOICE CONTROL
  AUTO VOICE CONTROL can be activated by pressing the A.V.C. ON/OFF button. The vocals on the multiplex recording will be muted when the singer starts to sing through the microphone. When the singer stops to sing, the vocals will resume to normal.

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.

PR O B L E M| PO S S I BLE CA USE| SOL U TIO N
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No power when POWER is on.| No power plug connection at the AC outlet.| Insert the power plug into the AC outlet.
No power when plugged in.| The AC outlet may not have power.| Check the outlet with a working lamp or other electrical appliance.

No sound.

| Volume control is set to minimum.|

Turn up the volume.

Volume control on TV set/PA system is set to minimum.| Turn up the volume at TV/PA system.
TV set/PA system power is OFF.|

Turn on the power at TV/PA system.

AUX OUT jacks not connected.| Follow directions ‘Audio Connection’ page.

CD PLAYER does not work normally or the

o LE r· D n d a i · s . plays “-  – “, ” E “,

| Disc is inserted upside down.|

Insert disc correctly.

Disc is dirty.| Wipe clean with soft cloth.
Disc is scratched.| Use a new disc.
Disc is warped.| Use a new disc.
A nonstandard disc is inserte d.| Only use discs bearing standard logo.
L ens is d i rty.| U se a CD lens cleaner.
Moisture has formed inside the CD deck.| Wait about 20 to 30 minutes to let it dry out.
Singing Machine needs to be reset.| Disconnect the machine from power source for 30 seconds.
PROBL EM| P O S SI BLE CAUSE| SOLUTION
---|---|---

No sound – I f audio is going through TV, VCR or home stereo.

| Source Selection on your TV, VCR or home stereo is not set

properly.

| ****

Select AUX I N as the source for your TV, VCR or home stereo.

Improper     Connection to stereo system or PA.

| Follow direction on ‘Audio Connectio’ pnage for connecting to a home stereosystem.

No song lyrics appear on the TV screen.

| Video cable is not connected properly to theTV.| Connect the video cable to the Singing Machine ‘s VIDEO OUT and to the TV VIDEOIN.
Source selector on TV is not set to VIDEO.| Using your TV Remote to select VIDEO input.

TV does not have video line input.

| Connect from VIDEO OUT of the system to the VIDEO IN on your VCR or Connect to an RF Modulator and then to the TV cable input. Check the disc to

be sure ii is a CDG.

A CDG is loaded but the CDG indicator is not lit.| ****

Check disc to be sure it is clean.

No sound from mic.

| ****

Mic volume control.

| Adjust mic volume to max, and then re-adjust to a comfortable

l eve l.

Mic is off.

| Turn on mic with the ON/OFF switch located on the microphone.
Picture is jumping up and down.| VERTICALHOLD Control is not set correctly.| Adjust the VERTICAL HOLD Control.

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SECTION :

OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM) OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

| ****

2 WATTS (RMS)

80HMS

---|---
CDPLAYER SECTION: FREQUENCY RESPONSE SIGNAL – TO – NOISE RATIO NUMBER OF PROGRAMS SAMPLING SYSTEM| ****

100 Hz – 20 kHz

50 dB

20 STEPS RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAMMING

8 TIMES OVER SAMPLING

MICROPHONE

| -73dB 600 OHMS IMPEDANCE WITH

0 6.3mmDYNAMIC MICROPHONE

POWER SECTIO N| DC 12V == 2A
D IM ENS ION S (H X W X D)| 14 . 5 x 11.5 x 10.3 Inches / 36.8 x 29.2 x 26.2 cm
WEIGHT| 12.5Ibs/5.7kgs

Specifications are typical, individual units might vary. They are subject to continuous improvement without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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 of karaoke terms:

• Echo:
  Echo adds depth and resonance to a singer’s voice without affecting the music. This echo is produced by creating minor controlled feedback in the singer’s voice.

• Multiplex:
  Our multiplex recordings contain 2 copies of the same song. One version is a stereo recording of the song without the lead singer. The second version is recorded with the music and background vocals on the left channel and the lead singer recorded on the right channel. This ‘split track’ recording allows you to control the volume of the lead singer by adjusting the balance control. You can sing a duet with the lead singer or use the lead singer as a guide as you learn the song, gradually fading them out with the balance control until you are able to sing the song on your own.

• Auto Voice Control (A.V.C.):
  When the AVC function is activated, the vocals on a multiplex recording are eliminated as soon as the singer begins singing into the microphone. When the singer stops singing, the vocals on the multiplex recording are automatically re-activated. This useful function is used primarily during practice sessions while a singer is learning a song. Please note that the AVC function only works with multiplex recording and not with standard audio recordings.

• Pitch Control:
  This function controls pitch of music by controlling the speed at which a cassette tape plays back. By increasing the speed of the tape, the music sounds higher (sharp). By slowing the tape speed, the music sounds lower (flat).

• Key Controller:
  Key Controller changes the key of the CD/COG music(+ or – steps) to adjust to the singer’s voice.

• CDG:
  This is an acronym for Compact Disc plus Graphics. You will also see variations CD+G, and CD+Graphics. This is a regular audio CD with information stored on a data track simultaneous to music. In laymen’s terms, CDG has a video output for simple graphics (not full motion video). In the case of karaoke, the graphics function is used to store song lyrics, and display the lyrics in synch with music. In most cases, COG software displays lyrics which change color as they are to be sung. A regular television is all that is required to display CDG lyrics.

• NOTE – CDG is a particular type of compact disc encoding system that is different from VCD or DVD. Your Singing Machine can decode standard audio compact discs and COG discs. It will not read VCD or DVD encoded discs.
  Standard audio discs and cassette tapes will not display lyrics on your TV. Audio CDs do not contain the software necessary to display lyrics.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the Singing Machine STVG-519 CDG Karaoke Player?

The Singing Machine STVG-519 is a CDG karaoke player designed to provide a fun and interactive karaoke experience at home.

What features does the STVG-519 offer for karaoke?

The STVG-519 typically includes features like playing CDG discs, displaying lyrics on a screen, and allowing you to sing along.

What types of media can the player accept?

The player can accept CDG discs, which contain both audio and graphical content.

Does the STVG-519 come with a microphone?

Yes, the STVG-519 often comes with a wired microphone that you can use for singing.

Can I connect additional microphones to the player?

Some models might have additional microphone inputs, allowing you to connect more microphones for group performances.

Is the player capable of playing regular audio CDs?

Yes, the player can often play regular audio CDs as well.

What type of audio outputs does the player have?

The player typically has audio outputs such as RCA connectors for connecting to a TV or audio system.

Does the STVG-519 have built-in speakers?

Yes, the player usually includes built-in speakers for audio playback.

Can I connect the player to an external display?

Yes, the player can often be connected to a TV or monitor to display the lyrics and graphics.

Does the player have volume and tone controls?

Yes, the player usually includes controls for adjusting volume and tone.

Can I record my karaoke performances with the player?

Some models might offer recording capabilities, allowing you to record your performances directly onto a CDG disc or another medium.

Does the player support Bluetooth connectivity?

The STVG-519 typically doesn't include Bluetooth connectivity, as it relies on CDG discs for its content.

Can I connect external devices like smartphones to the player?

External device connectivity might be limited on the STVG-519, but it's designed primarily for CDG playback.

Is the player suitable for parties and gatherings?

Yes, the STVG-519 is designed to provide entertainment at parties and gatherings.

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