Singing Machine STVG569BTBK / STVG569BTW Instruction Manual

Warnings

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The Caution marking is located on the bottom panel.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. [High Voltage Symbol]

ATTENTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this product. [Important Information Symbol]

DRIPPING WARNING: This product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the product. [Dripping Warning Symbol]

VENTILATION WARNING: The normal ventilation of the product shall not be impeded for intended use.

SAFETY VERIFICATION: 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.

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! Invisible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated. Avoid exposure to beam.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

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.

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.
• The rating information is located at the bottom of the unit.

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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

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

Important Safety Information

1. Read these Instructions.
2. Keep these Instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings.
4. Follow all Instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the Manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with water, such as a vase, on the apparatus.
16. The AC mains plug is used as the power disconnect device and it should remain readily accessible and operable during intended use. In order to completely disconnect the apparatus from power, the mains plug should be completely removed from the AC outlet socket.
17. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or other heat sources.

Included

Please make sure the following items are included.

The diagram shows the main unit, an AC adapter, a wired microphone, a manual, and audio/video cables.

• Main Unit
• AC Adapter
• Wired Microphone
• Manual
• Audio/Video Cables

Location of Controls (Top/Front)

The diagram illustrates the top and front view of the Singing Machine unit, highlighting various controls with numbers 1 through 18.

1. Stop [Stop Symbol]/PAIR Button
2. Pair Indicator
3. CDG/BT Button
4. Power Indicator
5. Power ON/OFF Button
6. MONITOR ON/OFF Button
7. Mic Holders
8. MIC VOLUME Control
9. A.V.C. (Auto Voice Control)
10. CD Compartment
11. Play/Pause ▶️⏸️ Button
12. REPEAT/PROGRAM Button
13. Screen
14. Skip ⏩ Button
15. Skip ⏪ Button
16. ECHO Control
17. BALANCE Control
18. MASTER VOLUME Control

Location of Controls (Rear)

The diagram shows the rear panel of the Singing Machine unit with numbered connection jacks.

1. MIC 2 Jack
2. MIC 1 Jack
3. LINE IN Jack
4. AUDIO OUT Jack (L)
5. DC IN Jack
6. AUDIO OUT Jack (R)
7. VIDEO OUT Jack

Connection

Connecting the Microphone(s)

Diagram shows the rear panel with MIC 1 and MIC 2 jacks labeled.

Connect a microphone into MIC Jack 1 and MIC Jack 2 (when desired). Note: Do not drop or tap the Mic as damage to the Mic or speakers may occur. Do not twirl the microphone cord as it will cause damage to the encased wiring.

Connecting the Unit to a TV

Diagram shows the rear panel's VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT jacks connected via RCA cables to the corresponding inputs on the rear of a TV.

To output the video, lyrics and audio to your TV, perform the following steps:

Connect the RCA video cable (Yellow) to the VIDEO OUT jack and the audio cables (White and Red) to the AUDIO OUT jacks located on the back of the Singing Machine. Connect the opposite end of the RCA video cable (Yellow) to the VIDEO IN jack and the audio cables (White and Red) to the AUDIO IN on your TV.

Notes:

• This unit can be used with or without a TV.
• Also refer to the TV's User Guide.
• To see the lyrics on the screen, you must use a CD+G disc.
• Audio/Video cables are included.

Connecting to AC Power

Diagram shows the AC adapter's small end plugged into the DC IN jack on the rear of the unit, and the other end plugged into a wall outlet.

Insert the small end of the AC adapter into the DC IN Jack on the rear of the unit. Insert the other end (with the 2 blades) into a conveniently located AC outlet having 120V AC, 60Hz.

Note: Make all connections before connecting to AC power.

Connecting to LINE IN Jack

Diagram shows an audio cable connecting an external audio source (labeled 'To External Unit') to the LINE IN jack on the rear of the unit.

Connect an external device by using an appropriate cable (3.5mm audio cable not included) as shown. Note: See page 13 to select and use the LINE IN function.

Operation

Playing a CD

1. Connect the unit as described previously. Press the Power ON/OFF button to turn the unit on; the Power indicator will light.
2. Lift open the CD door and insert a CD or a CD+G by gently pressing it on the center spindle. Then close the CD door. Notes:
   • What is a CD+G? A CD+G (CD+Graphics) is the standard format for most karaoke discs that will display the words on the screen.
   • Never place anything other than a CD in the compartment, as foreign objects can damage the unit.
   • If no disc is inserted, “NO DISC” will appear on the screen.
   • If connected to a TV or other audio source, adjust the volume of the TV using its own volume control.
3. Repeatedly press the CDG/BT button to select the CDG/CD mode; “READ” will appear when searching the disc and then the total number of tracks will appear.
4. Press the Play/Pause ▶️⏸️ button to start playback. If listening to a CD+G file, press the MONITOR ON/OFF button to view the image and lyrics on the screen.
5. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the MASTER VOLUME control.
6. Connect microphone(s) as shown on page 5, and slide the ON/OFF switch on the microphone to the ON position.
7. Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired. Increasing this control will increase the volume of both microphones.
8. Rotate the ECHO control to add an echo effect to your voice. Rotate clockwise to increase the echo effect.
9. AUTO VOICE CONTROL can be activated by rotating the A.V.C. (Auto Voice Control). The higher this control is set to, the more the vocals on the multiplex recording will be muted when the singer starts to sing through the microphone. When the singer stops singing, the recorded vocals on the multiplex recording will resume to normal.
10. Rotate the BALANCE control clockwise to hear the recorded vocals from a multiplex recording or counterclockwise to hear the music only from a multiplex recording. Note: To use the BALANCE control, a CD+G disc must be used, otherwise it will operate as a standard BALANCE control.
11. SKIP: Advance or go back one track by pressing the Skip ⏪ button/ Skip ⏩ buttons. SEARCH: When playing any audio CD, press and hold the Skip ⏪/Skip ⏩ button. The CD will search at high speed in the forward or backward direction. Normal play will continue when you release the button. Note: SEARCH function only works on CD not CD+G discs.
12. REPEAT: During playback, press the REPEAT/PROGRAM button once during playback, ? will appear in the display and the current track will be repeated. To repeat all tracks, press the REPEAT/PROGRAM button again, A will appear. Press again to cancel the Repeat feature; ✗ will appear.
13. PROGRAM: You can program up to 24 tracks for playback in any desired order. While in Stop mode, press the PROGRAM/REPEAT button; PROG SET 00:XX (xx is the total number of tracks) will appear in the display. Select the first track using the Skip ⏪/Skip ⏩ buttons, then press the PROGRAM/REPEAT button. Repeat to set up to 24 tracks into memory. When done, press the Play/Pause ▶️⏸️ button to start playback. Note: Press the Stop [Stop Symbol]/PAIR button TWICE to stop and clear the program.
14. PAUSE: During playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the Play/Pause ▶️⏸️ button. Press again to resume normal playback.
15. Press the Stop [Stop Symbol]/PAIR button to stop playback.
16. Press the Power ON/OFF button to turn the unit off.

Using a Bluetooth Device

1. Connect the unit as described previously. Press the Power ON/OFF button to turn the unit on; the Power indicator will light.
2. Repeatedly press the CDG/BT button to select the Bluetooth; “BLUETOOTH” will appear on the screen. The screen will show your Bluetooth device is ready to connect with a notification sound. If there is a previously paired Bluetooth device around, the unit will connect it automatically with a successful pairing sound. If no previously paired devices are present, connect as shown in the next step. Note: You can also press the Stop [Stop Symbol]/PAIR button to disconnect any paired devices in order to pair another device.
3. Turn on your device's Bluetooth option in settings to search for a discoverable device with a Bluetooth signal. Select "Singing Machine" from the device results on the Bluetooth menu. Note: Also refer to the user manual of your Bluetooth device for detailed instructions.
4. The Pair indicator will light and a successful pairing sound will be heard. Notes:
   • If your Bluetooth prompts you for a passcode during the pairing process, please enter "0000" to connect.
   • On some Bluetooth devices, once pairing is complete, select your Bluetooth device as "Use as Audio Device" or similar.
   • If connection is lost after successful pairing, check to make sure the distance between speaker and Bluetooth-enabled device does not exceed 30 feet/10 meters.
   • "BLUETOOTH" will blink on TV screen, and will stop blinking after successful connection.
5. To control your Bluetooth device from this unit, press the Play/Pause ▶️⏸️ button to start playback (music app must be open). Press the Play/Pause ▶️⏸️ button during playback to pause the song.
6. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the MASTER VOLUME control on this unit as well as the volume on your Bluetooth device.
7. Connect microphone(s) as shown on page 5, and slide the ON/OFF switch on the microphone to the ON position.
8. Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired. Increasing this control will increase the volume of both microphones.
9. Rotate the ECHO control to add an echo effect to your voice. Rotate towards MAX to increase the echo effect.
10. Adjust the BALANCE control to move the audio from the left to right speaker or vice-versa.
11. SKIP: Advance or go back one track by pressing the Skip ⏪ buttons/Skip ⏩ buttons.
12. Press the Power ON/OFF button to turn the unit off.

Using the LINE IN Jack

1. Connect the unit as described previously (see page 6). Press the Power ON/OFF button to turn the unit on; the Power indicator will light.
2. Connect the external unit to the LINE IN Jack on the back of this unit. Connecting an external unit will allow the audio to be played through your Singing Machine. LINE IN function is automatically selected once the audio cable is plugged in. Notes:
   • It is highly recommended to set the volume on the auxiliary unit to 1/3 or lower to avoid distortion.
   • Skipping files/tracks is not possible on this unit when using an external device.
3. Adjust the volume using the MASTER VOLUME control on this unit or your external device's volume control.
4. Connect microphone(s) as shown on page 5. Slide the ON/OFF switch on the microphone to the ON position.
5. Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired. Increasing this control will increase the volume of both microphones.
6. Rotate the ECHO control to add an echo effect to your voice. Rotate clockwise to increase the echo effect.
7. Adjust the BALANCE control to move the audio from the left to right speaker or vice-versa.
8. Press the power ON/OFF button to turn the unit off.

Troubleshooting Guide

Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service:

No Power

• Power is not on; press the Power ON/OFF button to turn unit ON.
• Confirm that the AC adapter is connected securely to the back of the unit.
• Connect the unit to a different outlet.

No Sound – General

• Master Volume is set to minimum; raise volume.
• Correct Function was not selected; press the CDG/BT button to change the function.
• If using an external device, raise the volume.

No Sound – If connected to a TV

• Volume on the TV is muted or too low.
• Correct source (usually AV) was not selected on the TV's menu.

No sound from the microphone

• Make sure the microphone is firmly connected to the MIC 1 or MIC 2 jack.
• Make sure the ON/OFF switch on the microphone is set to the ON position.
• Make sure the MIC VOLUME control is not set too low.
• MASTER VOLUME is set to minimum; raise volume.
• Raise the Echo control past mid point.

The Bluetooth device cannot be paired or connected with the unit

• You have not activated the Bluetooth function of your device; see page 11 or refer to the Bluetooth device user's manual.
• The system is not in pairing mode; press the Stop [Stop Symbol]/PAIR button to restart pairing.

The Music is not available on the unit after successfully connecting the Bluetooth

• Ensure your Bluetooth device can support the A2DP Bluetooth profile.
• The volume on the external Bluetooth device is set too low or muted; raise as desired.
• Make sure your music's application is open.

Specifications

AUDIO

OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM): 3.5 Watts (RMS)

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 3 Ohms

CD PLAYER SECTION

FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 100Hz - 20kHz

SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 50dB

NUMBER OF PROGRAMS: 24 Step Random Access Programming

SAMPLING SYSTEM: 8 Times Over Sampling

BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth Version: V2.1+EDR

Working Distance: Up to 30 feet/10 meters measured in open space

AUX IN SECTION

MICROPHONE: 3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Jack, -74db 600 Ohm Impedance with 6.3 mm Dynamic Microphone

POWER SECTION

DIMENSIONS (HxWxD): 9.1 x 8.7 x 13.4 inches / 23 x 22.2 x 34 cm

WEIGHT: 5.06lbs/2.3kgs

Specifications are subject to change without notice.