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- Page 1 H I G H D E F I N I T I V E S O U N D INPUT SELCTOR SOUNIC ENHANCER KC-300Pro DSP KEY CONTROLLER/SONIC ENHANCER...
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Page 2: Cautions And Warnings
Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF SHOCK CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user- serviceable parts inside. Only refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash & arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of danger. - Page 3 CAUTION: Read this before operating your unit The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power source so long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the apparatus itself is turned off. To fully insure that the apparatus is indeed fully void if residual power, leave unit disconnected from the AC outlet for at least fifteen seconds.
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Page 4: Welcome
Club VocoPro for Karaoke news and events, chat rooms, club directories and even a Service directory! We look forward to hearing you sound like a PRO, with VocoPro, your ultimate choice in Karaoke entertainment. Please record the model number and serial number below, for easy reference, in case of loss or theft. These numbers are located on the rear panel of the unit. -
Page 5: Listening For A Lifetime
Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. VocoPro 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. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
KC-300Pro DSP KEY CONTROLLER/SONIC ENHANCER Contents Cautions and Warnings ..........Welcome . -
Page 7: Features
The KC-300Pro’s Features MULTI - DISPLAY KC-300Pro DSP KEY CONTROLLER SONIC ENHANCER POWER RECEIVER • 17-Step DSP Key Controller • Vocal Cancel to Remove Vocals from Multiplex Karaoke Software • Vocal Eliminator to Eliminate Vocals from Standard CD’s • Sonic Enhancer Optimizes High/Low Frequencies for a Full and Rich Sound •... -
Page 8: Before Getting Started
Before Getting Started: It is very important to read the following instructions prior to starting any installation procedures. Doing so will ensure a correct installation and may save you some time as well. Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all external components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. -
Page 9: Front Panel Description And Functions
Front Panel Descriptions MULTI - DISPLAY KC-300Pro DSP KEY CONTROLLER SONIC ENHANCER POWER RECEIVER 1. POWER button – Turns the unit ON/OFF. 2. MULTI-DISPLAY panel – Displays numeric values of the units OPERATING STATUS. 3. DOWN button – Lowers the MUSICAL KEY a half step each time it is pressed. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Description And Functions
Rear Panel Descriptions AV1 - INPUT AV2 - INPUT AUX-IN INPUT AUDIO LEVEL 1. A/V 1 AUDIO IN jacks (RCA) – Receives audio output from a device on A/V 1 channel. Connect a paired RCA audio cable from these jacks to the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on A/V device 1. -
Page 11: Remote Control Descriptions And Functions
Remote Control Descriptions and Functions DSP KEY CONTROL RESET SOURCE INPUT SELECTOR MUSIC EFFECT < SONIC-ENHANCER MUSIC VOLUME RC-2 1. DSP KEY CONTROL buttons – DIRECT ACCESS buttons to any of the DSP Key Controllers 17 Steps. 2. AUX button – Selects the device connected to the AUX channel as the current INPUT SOURCE. -
Page 12: Rack Mounting
Rack Mounting Tools required: • Phillips Screwdriver • 7 Bracket Screws • 2 Mounting Brackets • 19” Rack Case For mounting versatility, the KC-300Pro can be installed as a stand alone component in a home entertainment system or mounted to a compatible rack case via the included mounting brackets. To install to a pre-existing entertainment system: 1. -
Page 13: Getting Connected
Getting Connected Connecting Player(s) to the KC-300Pro The KC-300Pro can have 2 A/V devices and 1 line-level auxiliary device connected as it’s source players. (a) For each A/V device, you will need an A/V patch cable (red, white and yellow RCA plugs). Plug one set of plugs to the appropriate AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks on you’re A/V device. - Page 14 Video cable (c) If there is no VCR present, you will need to use an RF Modulator. To obtain an RF Modulator, check with your VocoPro dealer. An RF Modulator can also be purchased from Radio Shack™. Powering Up (a) Plug the power cord of the KC-300Pro to a 120-Volt AC wall outlet. To operate the KC-300Pro from a 220V AC power source, it will be necessary to switch the voltage selector to 220V.
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Page 15: Advanced Operation
Advanced Operations Using the DSP Key Controller Use the DSP Key Controller to obtain the desired musical key (± 4 notes, 17-steps). The DSP Key Controller indicators (± 8 and 0 indicators) display the selected pitch. To step DOWN, press the left button marked “b”. To step UP, press the right button marked “#”. To revert back to the original key, press the RESET button. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Remote Control is not functioning Cause(s) Input Selector is set incorrectly Music Master Volume control is set to minimum The Input Level control on the rear panel is set to a minimum position Source player is functioning... -
Page 17: Glossary
20Hz represents 20 cycles per second and so on. Lower numbers are lower frequencies Gain – To increase in level. The function of a volume control. Impedance – The total of the resistive and reactive opposition, measured in ohms, that a circuit presents to the flow of alternating current at a given frequency. - Page 18 Glossary of Terms Multiplex (MPX) – Multiplex is a type of Karaoke software that has specially formatted left and right channels to make multiplex features available. To be formatted for multiplex use, a disc must have the vocals coded to the right channel and the music to the left channel.
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Page 19: Recommended Gear
Recommended VocoPro Gear CDG-4000 PRO Professional CD/CD+ Graphic Player • Pro CD Player W/ CD + Graphics Decoder • Pitch Control To 12% (+) Or (-) • Scramble protection during pitch changes • Single Track Mode • Frame Search W/ Jog Dial •... - Page 20 Recommended VocoPro Gear VP-600X 2 Space 600W Professional Power Amplifier • 300W + 300W RMS • 600W + 600W Max • THD: 0.05% • Frequency Response: 20HZ-20KHZ Signal to Noise • 1/4" or XLR Inputs • Input Ratio: Less than 100DB •...
- Page 21 Recommended VocoPro Gear LCD-V5 5" TFT LCD Color Monitor • TFT LCD Color Monitor • Audio/Video Input • 3 Watts Stereo Speakers • Headphone Output With Volume Control • Color/Brightness Adjustment • Reversible Screen Control For Both Table Top Or Auto Roof Mounting •...
- Page 22 Recommended VocoPro Gear SV-420 Professional 8" 3 Way Vocal Speakers • 3 Way 8" Karaoke Vocal Speakers (Sold in Pair) • Design for Karaoke Studio or Singers Monitor • Power Rating: 180 Watts Peak / 90 Watts RMS • Metal Grill •...
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