Portable cd/cd+g karaoke system with am/fm radio and assette recorder (21 pages)
Summary of Contents for Memorex MKS8502
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM Page 21 MKS8502 User’s Guide CD/CD+G Karaoke System with B&W Monitor, Video Camera and Sound Effects Microphone Before operating this product, please read these instructions completely.
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.
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM FRONT REAR JACK PANEL Page 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS Video Camera with Camera Focus Adjusting Ring Monitor Screen POWER Button Left Speaker (Side of Unit) CD Compartment CDG Indicator CD Track Display REPEAT Indicator REPEAT Button 10.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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.
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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.
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• Connecting the unit to an external audio source will allow you to broadcast the external unit’s sound through the MKS8502’s speakers. • When connecting the external unit, refer to the owner’s manual of the external unit, as well as this manual.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM CONNECTING THE MICROPHONE This unit has two microphone jacks which will allow you to sing along with your favorite songs. Before connecting, make sure the MIC VOLUME controls are set to minimum. ECHO CONTROL Rotate the ECHO control clock-...
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM PLAYING COMPACT DISCS NORMAL PLAYBACK (For karaoke, please refer to page 13.) Press the POWER button to turn the unit on. The CD player will read the table of contents on the disc and the total number of tracks on the disc will appear in the display.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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...
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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.
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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. To cancel programmed playback, while in the Stop mode, press the PROGRAM button followed by the Stop (■) button or open the CD Door.
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 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 this monitor . As the song plays, the words to be sung are highlighted in a different color on most CD+Gs.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM USING THE BUILT-IN CAMERA Rotate the MONITOR switch to the CAMERA position. NOTE: When the MONITOR switch is in the CAMERA position, you can still playback a CD. ADJUSTING THE PICTURE When watching a CD+G on the monitor screen, adjust the brightness, v-hold and contrast as follows:...
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM – – – – Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device: 1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified. 2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
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MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM MICROPHONE (CONTINUED) OPERATION Insert the microphone into Microphone 1 or 2 jack ❶ and press the POWER button ❷ on the main unit.. Press the APPLAUSE button to hear the an audience applause sound. Press VOICE...
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM 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. • Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the compact disc label.
MKS8502.IT.O/M.QXD 7/17/03 9:44 AM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service: Symptom CD PLAYER CD Player will not play. CD skips while playing. GENERAL No sound. Some vocals are still present when AVC is Off.
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.
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