Memorex MKS2430 User Manual

Cd/cd+g karaoke system with am/fm radio and cassette recorder

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MKS2430 O/M.QXD
7/2/03
9:22 AM
Page 23
MKS2430
User's Guide
CD/CD+G
Karaoke System
with AM/FM Radio
and Cassette Recorder
Before operating this product,
please read these instructions completely.

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  • Page 1 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM Page 23 MKS2430 User’s Guide CD/CD+G Karaoke System with AM/FM Radio and Cassette Recorder Before operating this product, please read these instructions completely.
  • Page 2: Fcc Warning

    PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX. For future reference, record the serial number of the unit printed on the rear of the cabinet.
  • Page 3 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM Dear Customer Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability to be connected to an outdoor antenna.
  • Page 5: Location Of Controls

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM CD Compartment Carrying Handle (Side of Unit) TONE Control BALANCE Control FUNCTION (TAPE-POWER OFF/CDG/FM/AM) Switch CD Display AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Jacks (Rear of Unit) PROGRAM Button MASTER VOLUME Control 10. PROGRAM Indicator 11. REPEAT Indicator 12. MIC 1 Jack 13.
  • Page 6: Power Source

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM Use the AC polarized line cord included with the unit for operation on AC power. Insert into a conveniently located AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz. NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility of electric shock.
  • Page 7 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED) Note: If you have a mono TV with only one Audio In jack, you may have to purchase a “Y” adapter (stereo to mono) at your local electronics accessories store in order to combine the Left and Right stereo channels from this portable Karaoke to a single mono channel for connection to your mono TV.
  • Page 8: Operation

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM ECHO CONTROL Rotate the ECHO control clock- wise to increase the echo or counterclockwise to decrease the echo. MIC ON/OFF SWITCH To turn the microphone on, slide the ON/OFF switch, located on the side of the microphone, to the position.
  • Page 9: To Listen To The Radio

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM TO LISTEN TO THE RADIO Slide the FUNCTION switch to the FM or AM position; the POWER indicator will light Slide the FUNCTION switch to the TAPE/POWER OFF position; the POWER indicator will turn off.
  • Page 10 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM PLAYING COMPACT DISCS NORMAL PLAYBACK (For karaoke playback, please refer to page 13) Slide the FUNCTION switch to the CDG position; the POWER indicator will light. Press the Play/Pause ( button to begin playback on Track 1;...
  • Page 11 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:21 AM CD PAUSE CONTROL During CD playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the Play/Pause ( button. Playback stops but the disc continues to spin and the PLAY/PAUSE indicator will blink. TO BEGIN PLAYBACK FROM A SPECIFIC TRACK...
  • Page 12: Repeat Playback

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM REPEAT PLAYBACK To repeat a single track, press the REPEAT button ❶ once; the REPEAT indicator will blink. Press the Skip/Search ( ) ❷ or ) button ❸ to select the specific track that you wish to repeat.
  • Page 13 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM ) ❶ or Press the Skip/Search ( ) button ❷ to select the first track that you wish to program. When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PROGRAM button ❸ again.
  • Page 14 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM PLAYING A CD+G (COMPACT DISC + GRAPHICS) DISC KARAOKE You can listen to a CD+G karaoke disc. CD+G discs combine the recorded music with an additional video track that displays the song lyrics on a television screen. As the song plays, the words to be sung are highlighted in a different color on most CD+Gs.
  • Page 15 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM PLAYING CASSETTE TAPES OR KARAOKE Slide the FUNCTION switch to the TAPE/POWER OFF position. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME ❶ and TONE ❷ controls as desired. To stop playback before the tape ends, press the STOP/EJECT ) button.
  • Page 16 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM KARAOKE RECORDING FROM A CD OR CD+G (COMPACT DISC + GRAPHICS) DISC You can record onto a cassette tape from a CD+G karaoke disc or standard CD. CD+G discs combine the recorded music with an additional video track that displays the song lyrics on a television screen. As the song plays, the words to be sung are highlighted in a different color.
  • Page 17: Recording From The Radio

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM RECORDING FROM THE RADIO You can record onto a cassette tape from the built-in radio. Press the STOP/EJECT ( button to open the Cassette Door and insert a cassette with the open end facing down.
  • Page 18: Care And Maintenance

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE When a new recording is made, any program material previously recorded is automatically erased and only the new recording remains. To safeguard valuable recordings from being erased accidentally, the cassette and the deck are equipped with a special device.
  • Page 19 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) Caring for Compact Discs • Treat the compact disc carefully. Handle the compact disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the compact disc.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service: Symptom Possible Cause Radio Noise or sound distorted Station not tuned properly for on radio broadcasts. AM or FM. FM: Wire Antenna is not fully extended or uncoiled.
  • Page 21 OR CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-919-3647. PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX. FOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-321-6993.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM Page 21 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL: Power Source ...120V, 60Hz AC Speaker ...8 Ohms Dimensions ...13 (W) x 15.75 (H) x 9.75 (D) Inches Weight ...10 lbs Output Power...7W@10%THD CASSETTE SECTION: Tape ...Standard Normal Bias Cassette Tape Frequency Response...125–6300Hz...
  • Page 23 MKS2430 O/M.QXD 7/2/03 9:22 AM Page 22 Memcorp, Inc. Weston, FL Printed in Hong Kong Visit our website at www.memorexelectronics.com...

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