The Singing Machine 343BT PORTABLE CD+G KARAOKE PLAYER WITH BLUETOOTH User Manual
The Singing Machine Company, Inc. PORTABLE CD+G KARAOKE PLAYER WITH BLUETOOTH
User manual
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SML343BTBK / SML343BTP
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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The Singing Machine® is a registered trademark of The Singing Machine Co., Inc.
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Warnings
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.
Class II equipment symbol.
This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation
system.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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.
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.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:
This device complies with Industry Canada Iicense-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.
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.
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.
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 rear of the unit.
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.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Included
What’s in the box.
Wired Microphone
Main Unit
Audio/Video Cables
AC Adapter
Manual Welcome Kit
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Location of Controls (Front)
1. Handle
2. Disco Light button
3.
ON/OFF indicator
4. ON/OFF button
5. Disco Lights
6. PLAY/PAUSE/PAIR
button
7. STOP button
8. SKIP : Button
9. SKIP 9 Button
10. PROGRAM/REPEAT
button
11. FUNCTION button
12. Display
13. Speaker
14. AUX IN jack
15.
MIC 2 jack
16. MIC 1 jack
17. CD door
18. MASTER VOLUME
control
19. ECHO control
20. Auto Voice Control
21. BALANCE Control
22. MIC VOLUME control
23. CDG indicator
24. PROGRAM indicator
25. PLAY/PAUSE indicator
26. REPEAT indicator
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Installation of Batteries
DC OPERATION
1. Slide the battery door in the direction of the arrow to reveal the
battery compartment. Insert eight (8) “C” size alkaline batteries
(not included) as indicated on the diagram.
2. Replace cover tightly before operating.
CAUTIONS:
• Replace all batteries at the same time.
• Do not mix old batteries with new batteries.
Location of Controls (Rear)
Connection
27. VIDEO OUT jack
28. AUX OUT jack (R)
29. AUX OUT jack (L)
30. DC IN Jack
31. Battery Door
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Battery Precautions
The precautions below should be followed 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.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and
Carbon Zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the
batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged, they can
overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)
6. Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the product before
being charged.
7. Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
8. Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the product.
9. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
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Connection
Connecting the Microphone(s)
Microphones:
Connect a microphone into MIC jack 1 as
well as 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
VIDEO
INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
R L
RCA cables
VIDEO OUT
(yellow)
AUDIO OUT
(white - L
red - R)
REAR VIEW OF TV
To output the video, lyrics and
audio to your TV, follow these
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, but it is highly recommended to use a TV in
order to utilize all the features.
• Also refer to the TV’s User Guide.
• To see the lyrics on the screen, you must use a CD+G disc.
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Connection
Connecting to AC Power
Connecting to AUX IN Jack
Insert the AC power cord into an
AC outlet having 120V AC, 60Hz.
Note:
Make all connections before
connecting to AC power.
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
AUX IN function.
VIDEO
INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
RL
RCA cables
VIDEO OUT
(yellow)
AUDIO OUT
(white - L
red - R)
YOUR SMARTPHONE,
DIGITAL PLAYER OR
MP3 PLAYER
AUDIO OUTPUT
/ HEADPHONE JACK
AUX IN
REAR VIEW OF TV
Disco Lights
1 Press the Disco Light button to
switch on the lighting effect, press
again to switch off.
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Operation
Playing a CDG
1
Connect the unit as described
previously; if using a CD+G, it is
recommended to connect to a TV
(see page 5). Press the power
ON/
OFF
button to turn the unit on.
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.
Note:
• 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” will appear
on the display.
• If connected to a TV and/or other
audio source, adjust the volume of
the external unit using its own volume
control.
3
Repeatedly press the FUNCTION
button to select the CDG mode; “--”
will appear when searching the disc
and then the total number of tracks
will appear. When a CDG disc is
inserted, the CDG indicator light will
turn on.
4 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to
start playback; if listening to a CD+G
file, the image and lyrics will appear
on the TV screen (if connected) and
the PLAY/PAUSE indicator light will
turn on.
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Operation
Playing a CDG (Continued)
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 towards
MAX to increase the echo effect.
9
AUTO VOICE CONTROL can be
activated by rotating the AVC
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 music and
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.
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Operation
Playing a CDG (Continued)
11 SKIP: Advance or go back one track
by pressing the Skip
9
/Skip
:
buttons.
12 REPEAT: During playback, press the
PROGRAM/REPEAT button once
to repeatedly play the selected
song; the REPEAT indicator will
blink. Press the PROGRAM/
REPEAT button a second time to
repeatedly play the whole CD; the
REPEAT indicator will light solid.
Press it again to cancel Repeat
function, the REPEAT indicator turns
off.
13 PROGRAM: You can program up to
20 tracks on any disc for playback
in any desired order. While in the
Stop mode, press the PROGRAM/
REPEAT button; the PROGRAM
indicator will blink and “00” will
appear. Select the first track using
the Skip
9
/Skip
:
buttons.
Press the PROGRAM/REPEAT
button again to confirm the entry.
After selecting the desired tracks
the display will show 01, 02, etc.
recognizing the tracks selected
have been programmed and the
PROGRAM indicator will illuminate
solid red. Repeat to set up to 20
tracks into memory. When done,
press the
PLAY/PAUSE button
to
start playback.
Note:
• Press the
STOP
button TWICE to stop
and clear the program.
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Operation
Playing a CDG (Continued)
14 PAUSE: During playback, if you
wish to pause the disc momentarily,
press the
PLAY/PAUSE
button;
the PLAY/PAUSE indicator will
blink. Press again to resume normal
playback.
15 Press the
STOP
button to stop
playback.
16 Press the power
ON/OFF
button
to turn the unit off.
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Operation
Using a Bluetooth Device
1 Connect the unit as described previously.
Press the
power
ON/OFF button to turn
the unit on.
2 Repeatedly press the FUNCTION button
to select the Bluetooth mode; “bt” will
blink in the display as the unit automatically
searches for and pairs a previously paired
Bluetooth device (if previously paired). If
no previously paired devices are present,
connect as shown in the next step.
Note: You can also press and hold the PLAY/
PAUSE/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 “bt” will light solid in the display.
The Bluetooth 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.
Please connect your Music Device
Your Music Device is connected
3
Please connect your Music Device
Your Music Device is connected
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Operation
Using a Bluetooth Device (Continued)
5 To control your Bluetooth device
from this unit, press the PLAY/
PAUSE
button
to start playback.
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 between the
speakers using the BALANCE
control.
11
SKIP: Advance or go back one
track by pressing the Skip
9
/Skip
:
buttons.
12 Press the power
ON/OFF
button
to turn the unit off.
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Operation
Using the AUX IN Jack
1
Connect the unit as described
previously. Press the power
ON/OFF
button to turn the unit on.
2
Repeatedly press the FUNCTION
button to select the AUX IN mode;
“AU” will appear on the display.
3
Connect the external unit to the
AUX IN Jack on the front of this unit.
Connecting an external unit will allow
the audio to be played through your
Singing Machine.
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.
4 Adjust the volume using the MASTER
VOLUME control on this unit or your
external device’s volume control.
5 Connect microphone(s) as shown on
page 5. Slide the ON/OFF switch on
the microphone to the ON position.
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Operation
Using the AUX IN Jack (Continued)
6 Adjust the MIC VOLUME control
as desired. Increasing this control
will increase the volume of both
microphones.
7
Rotate the ECHO control to add an echo
effect to your voice. Rotate towards MAX
to increase the echo effect.
8
Adjust the balance between the
speakers using the BALANCE control.
9
Press the power ON/OFF button to
turn the unit off.
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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 power 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; select using the FUNCTION button.
• 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.
Lyrics do not appear on the TV screen
• If connected to a TV, Video plug is not connected properly; see page 5.
• If connected to a TV, select the correct source on the TV (usually AV).
• The file/track being played is not a track recording with lyrics. These are the only files
that allow you to view the lyrics on the TV screen.
• Nothing will appear on the TV screen when using AUX IN or Bluetooth.
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 setting is not set too low.
• MASTER VOLUME is set to minimum; raise volume.
• Adjust The Echo control past the mid point on the Singing Machine.
The Bluetooth device cannot be paired or connected with the unit
• You have not activated the Bluetooth function of your device; see page 15 or refer to
the Bluetooth device user’s manual.
• The system is not in pairing mode; press the 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 to low or muted; raise as desired.
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Specifications
AUDIO
OUTPUT POWER (MAXIMUM) ................................................................................... 2 Watts (RMS)
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE ..................................................................................................................8 Ohms
CD PLAYER SECTION
FREQUENCY RESPONSE .............................................................................................. 100Hz - 20kHz
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO ............................................................................................................... 50dB
NUMBER OF PROGRAMS ...................................................20 Step Random Access Programming
SAMPLING SYSTEM.........................................................................................8 Times Over Sampling
BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth Version .....................................................................................................................V4.2+EDR
Working Distance ...........................................Up to 30 feet/10 meters measured in open space
AUX IN SECTION ...........................................................................3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Jack
MICROPHONE ....................-74db 600 Ohm Impedance with 6.3 mm Dynamic Microphone
POWER SECTION .......... DC 12V 1A (8 x “C” Batteries) (Batteries not included)
DIMENSIONS (HxWxD) .......................... 13.3 x 12.0 x 6.1 inches / 36.6 x 33.6 x 18.1 cm
WEIGHT ........................................................................................................................4.0 lbs / 1.82 kgs
Specifications are typical. Individual units might vary and are subject to continuous im-
provement without notice and/or incurring any obligation.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG,
Inc. and any use of such marks by The Singing Machine Company, Inc. is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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