Vtech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine User’s Guide

Vtech 80-178500 Kidi Star Super Karaoke Machine

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Kidi Super StarTM! Grab the microphone and sing along to eight great songs. Once you’re ready, reduce or remove the main vocal track and sing the songs by yourself. The disco light spins 180 degrees for a superstar effect.

PRODUCT FEATURES

PRODUCT LAYOUT AND BUTTONS

BUTTONS ON THE MAIN UNIT

Master Volume Dial

| This controls the master volume of the whole unit, including the microphone volume. Turn this dial to adjust the whole unit’s volume at any time.
Microphone Volume Dial| Adjust the microphone volume at any time by turning this dial. If the master volume is turned Off , the microphone output cannot be heard.
Music Magic Button| Music Magic mode is for sing-along use only. It reduces or removes the main vocal track from most songs. This allows you to perform like a superstar and sing along to the music as the lead. Press the Music Magic Button to toggle between Music Magic mode and Normal mode.

Music Magic Mode:

Reduces or removes the main vocal track from sing-along songs.

Normal Mode:

Normal music playback.

Note: Music Magic mode may not work for all songs. Its effectiveness varies depending on the song. For the best results, studio recorded songs are recommended. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee Music Magic mode will work for every song. We do not recommend using Music Magic mode with mono recordings or live concert performances, etc.

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Record| Press to start or stop recording.

Note: Records up to a maximum of 5 minutes.

Playback| Press to play or pause the recording.

Note: When recording, please do not remove the batteries or unplug the power adapter or the recording will be erased.

Disco Light Effect| Changing Light Effects:

In Games & Tools mode, press this button to switch the light On and Off.

In Talent Show mode, press this button to toggle between different disco light effects:

Hold down the Disco Light Effect Button for approximately two seconds to enter the Brightness Settings menu. From here, turn the Selection Dial left or right to adjust the brightness of the unit. Press the OK button to save when finished.

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Microphone Effects| Press this button to switch between different microphone effects when using the microphone:

Instant Sound Effects

| There are four Instant Sound Effects Buttons on this unit. Press any of these buttons to add a sound effect over your performance:| •  Intro Drum| • Applause
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•  Laughter| •  Cheering
Games & Tools| Press this button to enter Games & Tools mode for different activities.
Talent Show| Press this button to enter Talent Show mode for Singing Fun, Free Play and External Music Connection.
Selection Dial| | Turn the Selection Dial to make a selection.
OK Button| Press this button to confirm your selection.
Microphone-In Jack| Used to plug in your microphone.

Note: Please ensure a firm connection.

Audio-In Jack| Used to plug in an MP3 player (not included) using the included 3.5mm jack audio cable.

Note: Please ensure a  firm connection  on both ends of the audio cable.

AC/DC Jack| Used to plug in a VTech ® 7.5V AC power adapter (sold separately).
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BUTTONS ON MICROPHONE

Microphone On/Off

| Use this switch to turn the microphone On or Off. Slide the switch up (l) for On and down (O) for Off.

Note: To avoid picking up any unnecessary harsh sounds from the microphone, place the microphone away from the speaker and switch the microphone Off whenever it is not in use.

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Instant Sound Effects| Press this button to add a sound effect over your performance.

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• One VTech® Kidi Super StarTM
• One microphone
• One 3.5mm jack audio cable
• One microphone stand
• One parent’s guide

Note: Includes three poles to adjust height. Ensure the stand is assembled using the correct number of poles for your child’s height.

STAND PARTS:

WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks, removable tags, cable ties and packaging screws are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

NOTE: Please keep this parent’s guide as it contains important information.

This product is only to be connected to equipment of Class II (marked on the marking plate with a symbol ).

Unlock the packaging lock:

1. Turn the packaging lock counterclockwise several times.
2. Pull out and discard the packaging lock.

STAND ASSEMBLY

Adult assembly is required. For your child’s safety, do not let your child play with this product until it is fully assembled.

For the best stability, we recommend positioning any foot of the stand perpendicular to the back of the Kidi Super StarTM unit. Please refer to the illustration on the next page:

GETTING STARTED

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Kidi Super StarTM uses 4 AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries or a VTech® 7.5V adapter (sold separately).

• Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
• Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit.
• Remove the battery cover and install 4 AA batteries as illustrated.
• Close the battery cover.

BATTERY NOTICE

• Use new alkaline batteries for maximum performance.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
• Do not mix different types of batteries: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH), or new and used batteries.
• Do not use damaged batteries.
• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging (if removable).
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.

POWER ADAPTER CONNECTION

• Make sure the unit is turned OFF and ensure no batteries remain inside the unit.
• Locate the AC/DC Jack on the side of the unit.
• Connect the power adapter into the unit’s AC/DC Jack.
• Insert the other end of the power adapter into a plug socket.
• Turn the unit ON.

TRANSFORMER SAFETY NOTICE

• Using a VTech® adapter (AC/DC 7.5V 400mA) is recommended but sold separately.
• This product should only be used with a transformer for toys.
• The transformer is not a toy.
• This product is not intended for use by children under the age of three.
• Do not connect this product to more than the recommended number of power supplies.
• Never clean this product with liquid when it is plugged into a power supply.
• Please regularly examine the transformer, checking for damage to the cord, plug and other areas. Do not use the transformer if there is any damage to it.

Note: If the unit stops working or the sound becomes weak, it may be because of a fault with the power adapter connection.

Turn the unit OFF and unplug the adapter for 15 seconds. Then plug the adapter back in and turn the unit ON. If the problem persists, the adapter you are using may be faulty.

TO BEGIN USING KIDI SUPER STARTM

GETTING STARTED

Follow the steps below to begin using Kidi Super StarTM,

1. Connect the microphone into the Microphone-In Jack on the side of the unit.
2. Press the On/Off Button to turn on the unit.

Low Battery Icon

• When the batteries are exhausted, the low battery icon will display and the unit will automatically shut off. Please replace the batteries with a full set of new batteries before further use.
• If the product is frequently used, the batteries will drain at a faster rate.
• We recommend using a power adapter (sold separately) if this product is to be used frequently.

Automatic Shut Off

• To preserve battery life, Kidi Super StarTM will automatically power off if there is no operation for a period of time. You can change the Auto Power Off time in External Music Connection mode. To do this, simply enter External Music Connection mode and press the OK Button to bring up
• the Auto Power Off menu, from here use the Selection Dialto change the time. We recommend the use of a power adapter (sold separately) whenever possible.

ACTIVITIES

Games & Tools

| •  Funky Monkey

•  Beat Catcher

•  Silly Beat, Silly Song

•  Beat Boxer

•  Play That Instrument

•  Tongue Twisters

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Talent Show

| •  Singing Fun

•  Free Play

•  External Music Connection

Games & Tools

Press the Games & Tools Button to enter the Games & Tools menu. From here, turn the Selection Dial to choose an activity and press the OK Button to confirm.

• Funky Monkey
  To play this fun party game, dance along with the monkey and freeze when the monkey freezes. There is no right or wrong way to dance; this is just a fun party game to play either on your own or with friends! Enjoy and have an amazing monkey time!

• Beat Catcher
  In this game, try to catch the music note on the right beat. Press the Instant Sound Effects Buttons to play. When the music note is in the target area, push the corresponding button to catch it. Try and catch them all!

• Silly Beat, Silly Song
  When there is a smiling face in the target area, make a silly sound into the microphone. Record yourself when playing this game to hear how silly the sounds you made were!

• Beat Boxer
  Beat Boxer provides different musical beats for your own beat box creation. You can create, sing and beat box along to a beat and record it. Play it back to see how great your beat boxing creation was!

• Play That Instrument
  Turn the Selection Dial to choose a piece of music and press the OK Button to confirm your selections. Blow into the microphone to perform your music. Change the instrument while you play using the Selection Dial.

• Tongue Twisters
  Challenge yourself to master all of these tricky Tongue Twisters! Turn the Selection Dial to select a twister, and press the OK Button to confirm. Listen to the instructions and repeat the Tongue Twister. Press the OK Button when you’ve finished and select your next Tongue Twister! Can you master them all?

Note: For all of the Tongue Twisters, please refer to the APPENDIX.

TALENT SHOW

Press the Talent Show Button to enter the Talent Show menu. Then turn the Selection Dial to choose an activity and press the OK Button to confirm.

• Singing Fun
  Choose the Singing Fun activity to learn and sing along with eight built-in songs. Turn the Selection Dial to choose a song and press the OK Button to begin. When you are ready, press the Music Magic Button to remove the main vocal track from the built-in songs and sing by yourself like a super star!
  Note: For the lyrics to the eight built-in sing-along songs, please refer to the APPENDIX.

• Free Play
  Use your imagination to create your own concert, talk show, talent show, or to just play around and have fun! It’s show time!

• External Music Connection
  Plug in an MP3 player or external music player (not included) via the provided 3.5mm jack audio cable to listen to your own music. From here, you can press the Music Magic Button to reduce or remove the main vocal track from the current song. Now you can sing along and be a super star!

You can also set an auto-off timer in this mode. To do so, simply press the OK Button and turn the Selection Dial to choose your desired auto-off time: 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 120 minutes, 180 minutes or disable auto-off. Please note that the disable auto-off option can only be selected when using a power adapter. The volume controls on the Kidi Super StarTM do not control the volume of external devices. Please use the volume controls on your MP3 player or external music player to increase or decrease volume. Music Magic mode may not apply for all songs. For details, you may refer to the Music Magic section under PRODUCT FEATURES.

Note: Please disconnect your MP3 player or external music player and the provided 3.5mm jack audio cable from Kidi Super StarTM when not in use.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.
2. Handle the device carefully.
3. Keep the device away from dusty or dirty areas.
4. Keep the device away from moisture or extreme temperatures.
5. Do not disassemble the device. If a problem occurs, remove and replace the batteries to reset the device, or try new batteries.
6. Do not drop the device on a hard surface and do not expose it to or immerse it in water.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Please refer to this section if you are experiencing difficulty operating your Kidi Super StarTM.

Your Kidi Super Star TM has stopped working or does not turn on

| Incorrect battery polarities| Ensure that the batteries are installed using the correct polarity.
Depleted batteries| Replace with new batteries.
Power adapter issue| Ensure that the adapter is connected correctly.
Microphone output is not loud enough| The microphone volume is low| Turn up the microphone volume on the unit using the Microphone Volume Dial.

Harsh sounds coming from the speaker

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The microphone may be too close to the speaker

| Ensure that the  microphone is kept away from the speaker and that the microphone is switched Off whenever it is not in use.

Microphone output cannot be heard

| The microphone is not plugged in correctly| Ensure that the microphone is connected to the unit firmly and correctly.
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The microphone is not switched on| Turn the On/Off Switch on

the microphone to the (l) On

position.

The microphone volume is low| Turn up the microphone volume on the unit using the Microphone Volume Dial.
The master volume is low| Turn up the master volume on the unit using the Master Volume Dial.

Music Magic mode is not functioning correctly

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The MP3 player or external music player

is not correctly connected to Kidi Super Star TM

| Make sure that your MP3 player or external music player is well connected to Kidi Super Star TM at both ends of the provided 3.5mm jack audio cable.

Note: If your MP3 player or external music player is

inside a case, we recommend removing it to allow a firm connection with the audio cable.

Unsuitable song source

| The Music Magic feature may not work for all songs. Its effectiveness varies from song to song. For best

results, studio recorded songs are recommended. It is not recommended to use Music Magic for mono recordings or live concert performances, etc.

APPENDIX

Tongue Twisters

Peter Piper picked.
13| Fuzzy Wuzzy was a bear. Fuzzy Wuzzy had no hair. Fuzzy Wuzzy wasn’t fuzzy, was he?
14| Any noise annoys an oyster, but a noisy noise annoys an oyster more.
15| If two witches were watching two watches, which witch would watch which watch?

Singing Fun

1. Wiggle ‘Till the Night

We jump to the left, we jump to the right. We jump up high and wiggle till the night. We dance to the left, we dance to the right.

We dance in the light, and wiggle till the night.

Come on friends, don’t be shy! Take my hand, and we wiggle…

We clap to the left, we clap to the right. We clap up high, and wiggle till the night. We laugh to the left, we laugh to the right.

We laugh in the light, and wiggle till the night.

Come on friends, don’t be shy! Take my hand, and we wiggle…

We jump to the left, we dance to the right. We clap up high and wiggle till the night. We wiggle to the left, we giggle to the right.

We wiggle at night, and we wiggle, wiggle till the night.

Oh, yeah!

2. You’re My Friend!

Buddy, friend, amigo

Let’s go have a good time. If it’s cold,

Why not go build a snowman?

Even if it’s raining,

We’ll still have a good time. You’re my friend,

And we love to do everything, simple.

Blue sky, daydream, flowers, Let’s lay in the sunshine.

You’re my friend,

And we love to go everywhere, simple.

See-saw, hee-haw, yee-ha, We’re having a good time. You’re my friend,

We share everything, simple.

3. Shake Your Body!
Work, work, work a little bit harder! Move, move, move a little bit faster! Dance, dance, dance a little bit longer!

Are you ready to sweat? Get ready and let’s go again! Shake, shake, shake your hips!

Use your legs to jump, jump, jump! Wave, wave, wave your hands!

Are you ready to sweat? Get ready and let’s go again! Shake, shake, shake your hips!

Use your legs to jump, jump, jump! Rub, rub, rub your tummy!

And we’re done!

4. Sing a Super Hit!

Drop a beat and hit play, Playing music makes my day, Write a hip new song,

Hope you’ll sing along!

Sing, sing, sing along,

To the words of our favorite song. Sing, sing, sing along,

It’s sure to be a super hit!

Find a cool outfit to wear,

You look great now get out there. Come on friends, let’s  get  loud, And make our super fans proud!

Sing, sing, sing along,

To the words of our favorite song. Sing, sing, sing along,

It’s sure to be a super hit!

5. Cats and Dogs!

At school, thinking about home. My pet dog is all alone.

Barking, making the neighbors mad. Not to mention Mom and Dad.

He’s a friendly, loving doggy.

We also have a kitty named Auggie.

Cats and dogs are the best,

They give hugs better than the rest. Cats and dogs are lots of fun,

They love playing in the sun.

Auggie is the cutest cat, Always there on the mat. She loves eating all her food,

And is always in a playful mood.

She loves sitting on our laps, For super-long kitty naps.

Cats and dogs are the best,

They give hugs better than the rest. Cats and dogs are lots of fun,

They love playing in the sun.

6. Wake Up!

Wake up, get up, go outside! Let’s even go for a ride!

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, The bells are ringing, let’s go outside!

Wake up, wake up,

It’s a big world out there! Wake up, wake up,

Let’s get some air!

Wake up, get up, go explore! Don’t want to hear you snore!

It’s a big world, many things to see, Time for adventure for you and me!

Wake up, wake up,

It’s a big world out there! Wake up, wake up,

Let’s get some air!

7. Never Gonna Stop
I am alive,

And I’ve been told, You gotta do it all, You better be bold.

I have a gift, But I’m just  one,

And a change will come, From everyone.

So watch us rise up to the top, We are never gonna stop.

Oh, no!

8. Dance for the Show!

Shake your body,  gotta  go  with  the  flow. Move your head and the next thing you know

You’re out there spinning, and you’re ready to go. On the floor, the lights are aglow.

Dance, dance, dance for the show! Dance, dance, dance for the show! Dance, dance, dance for the show! Oh yeah! Look at you go!

Shake your body,  gotta  go  with  the  flow. Move your head and the next thing you know

You’re out there spinning, and you’re ready to go. On the floor, the lights are aglow.

Dance, dance, dance for the show! Dance, dance, dance for the show! Dance, dance, dance for the show! Oh yeah! Look at you go!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Creating and developing Infant Learning products is accompanied by a responsibility that we at VTech® take very seriously. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information, which forms the value of our products. However, errors sometimes can occur. It is important for you to know that we stand behind our products and encourage you to call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, 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.

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.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Caution:  changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

• This Warranty is applicable only to the original purchaser, is non-transferable and applies only to “VTech” products or parts. This product is covered by a 3-month Warranty from the original purchase date, under normal use and service, against defective workmanship and materials. This Warranty does not apply to (a) consumable parts, such as batteries; (b) cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches and dents; (c) damage caused by use with non-VTech products; (d) damage caused by accident, misuse, unreasonable use, immersion in water, neglect, abuse, battery leakage, or improper installation, improper service, or other external causes; (e) damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by VTech in the owner’s manual; (f) a product or part that has been modified (g) defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to the normal aging of the product; or (h) if any VTech serial number has been removed or defaced.
• Prior to returning a product for any reason, please notify the VTech Consumer Services Department, by sending an email to vtechkids@vtechkids.com or calling 1-800-521-2010">800-521-2010. If the service representative is unable to resolve the issue, you will be provided instructions on how to return the product and have it replaced under Warranty. Return of the product under Warranty must adhere to the following rules:
• If VTech believes that there may be a defect in the materials or workmanship of the product and can confirm the purchase data and location of the product, we will at our discretion replace the product with a new unit or product of comparable value. A replacement product or parts assumes the remaining Warranty of the original product or 30 days from the date of replacement, whichever provides longer coverage.
• THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN, STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IF VTECH CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY AND TO THE REPLACEMENT SERVICE AS DETERMINED BY VTECH IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION.
• To the extent permitted by law, VTech will not be responsible for direct, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any breach of Warranty.
• This Warranty is not intended to persons or entities outside the United States of America. Any disputes resulting from this Warranty shall be subject to the final and conclusive determination of VTech .

To register your product online at www.vtechkids.com/warranty

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the brand and model of the karaoke system?

The karaoke system is the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System.

What are the dimensions of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System?

The dimensions of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System are 48.98 x 16.85 x 15.12 inches.

How much does the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System weigh?

The VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System weighs 2.91 pounds.

What is the recommended age range for the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System?

The VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System is recommended for children aged 4 to 10 years.

What type of power source does the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System use?

The VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System is battery powered.

How many batteries are required for the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System?

The VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System requires 4 AA batteries.

What is the price of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System?

The VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System is priced at $57.99.

What is the warranty period for the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System?

The warranty period for the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System is 3 months.

Who is the manufacturer of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System?

The manufacturer of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke System is VTech.

Why isn't the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine turning on?

Ensure the machine is plugged in or the batteries are properly installed and have sufficient charge. If the machine still doesn't turn on, check the power switch and try resetting it.

What should I do if the microphone of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine isn't working?

Check that the microphone is securely connected to the karaoke machine. Make sure the microphone is not muted and the volume is turned up.

Why does the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine produce no sound?

Verify that the volume is turned up and the machine is not muted. Check the audio connections and ensure the batteries are fully charged.

How can I fix the issue of the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine screen not displaying anything?

Ensure the machine is turned on and the power supply is functioning. Check for any loose connections or damaged cables.

What should I do if the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine is not recognizing the USB drive?

Make sure the USB drive is properly inserted and contains compatible file formats. Try using a different USB drive to see if the issue persists. If the machine still doesn't recognize the USB, there might be a problem with the USB port.

Why is the sound from the VTech 80-178500 Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine distorted?

Check the microphone and speaker connections for any loose or damaged wires. Ensure the volume is not set too high, which can cause distortion.

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