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KL-1 POP IDOL KARAOKE MACHINE
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing this Pop Idol Karaoke machine from Acoustic Solutions. It has been developed following an extensive research and
development program that has culminated in what we regard as an exceptional home entertainment product.
Our aim when designing this product was to produce a home entertainment machine which could be used for a variety of applications. The robustness
and quality of the construction is testament to our research and development program which established that cheaper karaoke machine are not always
up to the job.
Because of the features built into this product, the KL-1 is ideal for the following applications:
Karaoke
Disco
Aerobics- varispeed CD & tape cassette allow BPM adjustment
General PA applications
We trust that this product will give you hours of listening pleasure, and provide years of unparalleled performance. As with any new electrical product
please be patient and allow at least 36 hours use before all components have acclimatized themselves with your surroundings, and found their optimum
working temperature.
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Introduction
Conection locations rear panel
Connections
Troubleshooting

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contact details INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing this Pop Idol Karaoke machine from Acoustic Solutions. It has been developed following an extensive research and development program that has culminated in what we regard as an exceptional home entertainment product. Our aim when designing this product was to produce a home entertainment machine which could be used for a variety of applications. The robustness and quality of the construction is testament to our research and development program which established that cheaper karaoke machine are not always up to the job.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any cover. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER ANY SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION: Always unplug the KL-1 from the mains before attempting to replace a lamp. Use R80 60 Watts ES Reflector spotlight. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •...

  • Page 3: Control Locations: Front Panel

    CONTROL LOCATIONS: FRONT PANEL 1) Main Power on/off button for audio system 2) CD drawer 3) Play/ pause button for CD 4) Fast search backwards and forwards for CD 5) Stop button for CD 6) Next track button for CD 7) Pitch control activation button for CD 8) Previous track button for CD 9) Open/close button for CD drawer...
  • Page 4 CONNECTION LOCATIONS REAR PANEL 8) Direct line input to add additional audio device to mix together with 1) Speaker output connector left audio output from main mixer controls. This feature allows an additional 2) Speaker output connector right mic mixer to add more mics if required, or any other audio source. 3) Speaker input connector left speaker 9) Line output RCA sockets to connect into higher powered amplification 4) Speaker input connector right speaker...
  • Page 5 CONNECTIONS USE DIRECT INPUTS TO ADD ADDITIONAL MIXER OR AUDIO SOURCE.

  • Page 6: Installation And Position

    INSTALLATION AND POSITION The KL-1 should be positioned on a flat stable surface. This product contains sensitive electronic circuitry, it is not recommended that excessive force or heavy handling be applied to this product as internal damage may occur. Do not place this product in areas where direct sunlight is present, nor place it adjacent to a radiator or other heating appliances. Like all electrical devices this unit will generate a modest amount of heat.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION AND POSITION cont’d 3) Remove the light sequencer facia panel and packet of screws from the protective foam packaging which surrounds the main KL-1 in the box. 4) Carefully place the facia panel in the correct location around the lamps. 5) Using the screws and hex spanner supplied in the packet, secure the facia in place taking care not to overtighten the screws.

  • Page 8: Making The Connections

    MAKING THE CONNECTIONS The following equipment should be included with your KL-1: 1) Main KL-1 mixer unit including CD, Tape, mixer and light sequencer. 2) 1 x facia panel to surround lamps as described in previous chapter. 3) 2 x external loudspeakers including speaker cables. 4) 2x Microphones.

  • Page 9: Using The Cd+Graphics Player

    USING THE CD + GRAPHICS PLAYER The KL-1 is fitted with a conventional CD player, but has been enhanced with graphics output ability for playing karaoke discs, and a speed adjustment of +/-10% for karaoke and aerobics applications. Understanding the LCD display The KL-1 is fitted with an LCD display which will show track number, and will indicate if CD pitch control has been activated by displaying the word ‘PITCH’...
  • Page 10 TO PLAY A CD To commence playing the CD press play/pause button (3, page 3) once. This will start playing the CD at the first available track. ���������� The LCD screen will show the track number playing. If you are using a CD+Graphics disc, you will be able to hear both audio and view graphics on your television screen.
  • Page 11 TO SKIP THROUGH TRACKS ON A CD It is possible to change the track number which is being played either forwards or backwards through the CD track listing. To advance the track, press Track Up button (6, page 3) once, to advance the track number again, repeatedly press this button until the desired track is located.

  • Page 12: Using The Audio Mixer

    TO ACTIVATE THE PITCH CONTROL 1) It is possible to change the speed of the CD by +/-10% from the normal playing speed. It is necessary to activate the pitch control by pressing the pitch button (7, page 3). The LCD display will show the word pitch below the track number to indicate this function is on.
  • Page 13 USING THE INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH It is necessary to select which music input source you require. The Music Selector rotary knob (12, page 3) allows the choice between CD, Tape and AUX inputs. UNDERSTANDING AND USING THE MIC SECTION The mic mixer has been designed to allow 2 singers independant control of the levels of their microphones.
  • Page 14 UNDERSTANDING AND USING THE AUTO VOCAL CUT FUNCTION MULTIPLEX CONTROL Sometimes when singing karaoke it is easy to lose your place or become The KL-1 has been designed to operate with both normal stereo CD discs, embarrased. When using multiplex discs and the auto vocal cut feature, and multiplex karaoke discs.
  • Page 15 BALANCE / VOCAL MIX FUNCTION It is possible to mix the amount of vocals in the track manually by using The bass and treble controls (21, 22 Page 3) work independantly from the the Balance / vocal mix control (23, page 3). microphone bass and treble controls, and apply tone adjustment to the music content only.

  • Page 16: Using The Tape Player

    USING THE TAPE PLAYER tape for a long period of time as tape stretching may occur. 13) To record using the cassette tape, ensure that the music selector The KL-1 is fitted with a tape cassette player which accepts normal switch (12, Page 3) is set to the required audio source.

  • Page 17: Using The Light Sequencer

    USING THE LIGHT SEQUENCER The KL-1 is fitted with a 3 channel light sequencer. This can be used to enhance any social occasion, and complements the audio functions of this product. The light sequencer is operated independantly from the main audio sytem and can be switched on using the light sequencer power switch (33, page To change the speed of the flashing lights, adjust the speed control knob (35, page 3), turning anticlockwise to decrease the speed, or clockwise to...

  • Page 18: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE To clean the KL-1, wipe its case with a slightly moist lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Do not spray on aerosol an or near the CD or tape player. Always use original packaging if it is necessary to transport the unit at any time.

  • Page 19: Contact Details

    ‘Pop Idol’ is a Trademark of 19 Television Ltd & FremantleMedia Operations BV. Based on the television programme ‘Pop Idol’ Through the process of continuous improvement, Acoustic Solutions co-produced by Thames Television and Limited reserves the right to change or alter specifications without prior 19 Television Productions and licensed by Fremantle Brand Licensing.

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