VocoPro DIGITAL KARAOKE SYSTEM manual

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    S U M O D I G I T A L K A R A O K E S Y S T E M o w n e r ' s m a n u a l[...]

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    2 Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF SHOCK CAUTION: T o reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user- serviceable parts inside. Only refer servicing to qualified service personnel. W ARNING T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Explanation of Graphical Symbols The l[...]

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    3 FCC INFORMA TION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORT ANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by V ocopro may void your authority , granted by the FCC, to use this product. 2. IMPORT ANT : When connecting this product to[...]

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    4 W elcome.... Welcome.... And Thank you for purchasing the SUMO from V ocoPro, your ultimate choice in Karaoke entertainment! With years of experience in the music entertainment business, V ocoPro is a leading manufacturer of Karaoke equipment, and has been providing patrons of bars, churches, schools, clubs and individual consumers the opportunit[...]

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    5 Listening For A Lifetime 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. V ocoPro and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the [...]

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    6 SUMO DIGIT AL KARAOKE SYSTEM Cau tio ns an d W arn ing s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welc om e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lis ten ing for a Lif eti me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    7 T h e S U M O ' s F e a tu r e s • T op L o a ding C D / C D +G P la ye r w ith P r o gr a m a n d R e pe a t C o n t r ols • D u a l C a s s e t t e D e c k s w/ P it c h C on t r o l ( T a pe S pe e d ) u p t o ±1 0 % • A M / F M S t e r e o T u n e r • A / V Out pu t J a c ks fo r E xt e r n a l T V a n d A u dio S ys t e m Int e[...]

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    8 Before Getting Started: Things to Consider 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 ou[...]

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    CD +G AM FM - -- -- F M / S T M AS TE R V O L UM E DIG IT AL K EY C ON TR O L E R  b # L L TU N E R POW ER PR OG R AM TU N ER CD+G AU X TA P E PL A Y R EP E AT M IC1 V OL 0 10 0 10 0 10 -10 +1 0 -1 0 +10 -10 +1 0 - 1 0 +1 0 -10 +1 0 M US IC V OCAL S MIN MA X M IC2 V OL MIC T RE BL E M IC BA SS EC HO M US IC TR EB LE M US IC B ASS B AL AN CE P IT[...]

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    CD +G AM FM - -- -- F M / S T M AS TE R V O L UM E DIG IT AL K EY C ON TR O L L E R  b # L L TU N E R POW ER PR OG R AM TU N ER CD+G AU X TA P E PL A Y R EP E AT M IC1 V OL 0 10 0 10 0 10 -10 +1 0 -1 0 +10 -10 +1 0 - 1 0 +1 0 -10 +1 0 M US IC V OCAL S MIN MA X M IC2 V OL MIC T RE BL E M IC BA SS EC HO M US IC TR EB LE M US IC B ASS B AL AN CE P [...]

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    CD +G AM FM - -- -- F M / S T M AS TE R V O L UM E DIG IT AL K EY C ON TR O L E R  b # L L TU N E R POW ER PR OG R AM TU N ER CD+G AU X TA P E PL A Y R EP E AT M IC1 V OL 0 10 0 10 0 10 -10 +1 0 -1 0 +10 -10 +1 0 - 1 0 +1 0 -10 +1 0 M US IC V OCAL S MIN MA X M IC2 V OL MIC T RE BL E M IC BA SS EC HO M US IC TR EB LE M US IC B ASS B AL AN CE P IT[...]

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    12 T op Panel Descriptions Back Panel Descriptions 1 2 2 3 4 5 8 6 9 7 10 1 1 12 1 P L A Y S T OP P AU S E S E A R CH R EP EA T S K IP P R OGR AM P OW ER OP EN 3 . S T O P ( ) b u t t o n - P r e s s t o S T OP a C D / C D +G pla yba c k . 4 . P A U S E ( ) b u t t o n - P r e s s t o P A U S E a C D / C D +G pla yba c k . 5 . S E A R C H ( ) b u t[...]

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    Getting Connected Connecting a VCR, Camcorder or Gaming Console 1. Connect the VCR/Camcorder/Game Console to the Sumo A. Connect an A/V patch cable from the AUDIO OUT/VIDEO OUT jacks on your VCR/Camcorder/Game Console to the AUX INPUT jacks located on the front bottom panel of the Sumo. Connecting to an External Audio System 1. Connect the external[...]

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    14 CD/CD+G Playback Modes 1. REPEA T TRACK Mode - Repeat T rack mode is used to continually repeat a single CD/CD+G track. T o enter Repeat T rack mode, press the REPEA T button once (look for blinking light on the REPEA T LED). T o exit Repeat T rack mode, press the REPEA T button twice more. 2. REPEA T ALL Mode - Repeat All mode is used to contin[...]

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    15 Advanced Operations Note: T o ensure firm locking of cassette holder/tape covers, please press the cassette door(s) at the center point (or the rightmost positions) until a 'click' sound is heard. Cassette Operation Loading and Unloading Cassettes 1. Press the STOP/EJECT button. 2. Insert a cassette tape with the desired side facing yo[...]

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    Advanced Operations Microphones Operation 1. Plug either or both Microphone into the Microphone jack(s). 2. Adjust MIC VOLUME for best balance between playback and microphone levels. 3. Adjust MASTER VOLUME, ECHO, TREBLE and BASS controls to add depth and richness to vocals as desired. Karaoke with CD/CD+G's 1. Refer to and follow the instruct[...]

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    Advanced Operations Karaoke with a VHS Cassette 1. Refer to and follow the instructions for "Connecting a VCR, Camcorder or Gaming Console". (on pg 13) 2. Refer to and follow the instructions for Microphone Operation. (on pg 16) 3. Press the AUX function button. 4. Adjust MASTER VOLUME, DIGIT AL ECHO, TREBLE and BASS controls. 5. Load the[...]

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    18 Advanced Operations Using the SUMO/VP-899 as a P A (Public Address) The SUMO/VP-899 can be used as a P A (Public Address System). 1. Connect the supplied Microphone to either one of the MIC inputs. 2. Press the POWER switch to turn the unit On. 3. Move the MIC VOLUME control to central position. 4. Move the ON/OFF switch located on the Microphon[...]

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    19 T roubleshooting No sound coming from selected music source No sound. CASSETTE is unsteady tape sound Cannot record Recorded tape sound is distorted   CD PLA YER will not work normally . No song lyrics appear on screen. No power plug connections at the AC outlet. Master V olume control is set to a minimum. The wrong function is selected on[...]