SMC4TV

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Important Safety Information
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INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment
The Caution marking is located on the bottom panel. may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are
expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could
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arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is change or modification is made.
intended to alert the user to the presence of This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the presence of important operating and the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
literature accompanying this product. protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
DANGER: This symbol is intended to alert the user frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
to the risk of exposure to invisible and hazardous with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
laser radiation if the cover or back is opened, the communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interlock fails or is defeated. Direct exposure to interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
the beam may damage your eyesight. equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
DIPPING WARNING: This product shall not be exposed to reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
vases, shall be placed on the product. interference by one or more of the following measures:
VENTILATION WARNING: The normal ventilation of the product • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
shall not be impeded for intended use. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
SAFETY VERIFICATION: This device is made and tested to meet • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
safety standards of the FCC, requirements and compliance with from that to which the receiver is connected.
safety performance of the U.S. Department of Health and • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
Human Services and also with FDA Radiation Performance for help.
Standards 21 CFR Subchapter. • The rating information is located at the bottom of the unit.

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This symbol indicates that the unit has a double personnel should attempt to service this device due to possible
insulation system. eye injury. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE PROCEDURE HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
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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.

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Included
Please make sure the following items are included.

Microphone

SMC4TV

Audio/Video Cable

AC Adapter Manual

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Location of Controls
1. USB Jack
2. MIC 1 Jack
3. MIC 2 Jack
4. CD Compartment
5. Speaker
6. AUX IN Jack
7. AV Jack
al 8. POWER IN Jack
am 9. ON/OFF Button
at an 10. Skip Back 7/-10
u v w x ak ao Track Button
11. Play/Pause 4;/
y
Stop Button
12. Navigation/Volume
Up 5 Button
13. Skip Forward 8/
+10 Track Button
14. MENU/Mic On-
ap Off Button
15. Navigation/Volume
Down 6 Button
16. Mic Cable
UV WX
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Installation
Connecting The Unit

1 Connect the single end of the Audio/

Video cable to the AV jack on this
unit.

2 Connect the Audio/ Video cable’s

yellow plug to the yellow Video In
jack on the TV.

3 Connect the Audio/ Video cable’s red

and white plugs to the red and white
Audio In jacks on the TV.
u If left unconnected, the audio will just
play through the 4TV’s speakers.

Notes:
v • This unit can be used with or without a TV,
Video Input
but TV connection is recommended.
Audio Input
(L) • To see the lyrics on the TV, you must use
Audio Input
(R) w a CD+G disc or MP3+G.
• Also refer to the TV’s User Guide.
• 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.

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Installation
Connecting The Unit
4 Connect the USB Microphone’s plug to
the Mic1 or Mic2 jack.

5 Insert the small end of the AC adapter

into the POWER IN jack on the rear of
the unit. Insert the other end (with the
x 2 blades) into a conveniently located
AC outlet having 110-240V AC,
50/60Hz.

Notes:
• Make all connections before connecting to
AC power.
• Do not touch the AC adapter with wet
hands.
• Do not use with any other AC adapter.
• Do not drop or tap the mic as damage to the
mic or speakers may occur. Do not spin the
microphone around for the same reason.
• You can also connect this unit’s audio cable
to a stereo; see the audio equipment’s User
Guide.

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Operation
Playing a CD or CD+G

1 Connect the unit as described

previously. Press the ON/OFF button to
the In (ON) position to turn the unit on.

2 Rotate the top of the unit counter-

clockwise to expose the CD
compartment.

u 3 Insert a CD (with standard or MP3+G

files) or a CD+G by gently pressing it
on the center spindle. Standard or
v single discs can be used. Close the top.

FAQs
• What is a CD+G?
A CD+G (CD+ Graphics), is the standard
format for most karaoke discs that will
show the words on the screen.
• What is an MP3+G?
MP3+G is the newest format for karaoke
music utilizing the MP3’s small file size. It
will show the words on the screen. There
are over 12,000 downloads available at
singingmachine.com
• Do the buttons on the remote work with
w regular CDs, too?
Yes, they work with both discs.

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Operation
Playing a CD or CD+G

x
4 Press the MENU/Mic On-Off button;
the Menu will appear. Select the
Media Source option using the Skip
Forward 8/Skip Back 7 buttons.
x
x

U
yV yV 5 Select CD using the Navigation 6/ 5
buttons.

6 Press the Play/Pause 4;/ Stop

button; playback will begin
automatically.

7 Adjust the volume on the 4TV using

the Navigation/ Volume Up 5/ Down
6 button.
Notes:
• You can also adjust the 4TV’s volume in the
Volume menu.
• Never place anything other than a CD in the
compartment as foreign objects can
damage the unit.
• If no disc is inserted, “NO DISC” will appear
on the screen.
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Operation
Playing a CD or CD+G

X
8 Adjust the volume of the TV using its
own volume control.

X X 9 To set the Mic Volume, press the

MENU/Mic On-Off button; the Menu
will appear. Select MIC VOLUME using
the Navigation 6/ 5 buttons.

at
at
at 10 Set the Mic’s Volume using the Skip
Forward 8/Skip Back 7 buttons,
then press the MENU/Mic On-Off
button to close the menu.

Notes:
• The Volume Up/ Down buttons on the
microphone only control the volume on the
unit, not the TV.
• The Mic icon will appear when the mic is
on. To turn the mic on or off, press and hold
the MENU/Mic On-Off button until the mic
icon appears or has an “X” over it.

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Operation
Playing a CD or CD+G

11 Set the Effects as shown on page 18.

am
al
al 12 SKIP: Advance or go back one track by
pressing the Skip Back 7/-10
Track/Skip Forward 8/ +10 Track
button.

13 Press and hold the Play/ Pause 4;/

Stop button to stop playback.

14 Press the ON/OFF button on the main

unit to the Out (OFF) position to turn
the unit off.

Notes:
• To Pause: During playback, if you wish to
pause the disc momentarily, press the Play/
Pause 4;/ Stop button; “PAUSE” will appear
on the screen. Press again to resume normal
an playback.
• Pausing the unit while playing a CD+G may
distort the lyrics on the screen. This will
remain until the screen is refreshed.
Sing or speak into the microphone and have fun!

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Operation
Playing Files on a USB Drive

1 Connect the unit as described

previously. Press the ON/OFF button to
the In (ON) position to turn the unit on.

2 Insert a USB drive with MP3 and/or

MP3+G files into the USB jack on the 4TV.

3 Press the MENU/Mic On-Off button;

the Menu will appear. Select the
Media Source option using the Skip
u Forward 8/Skip Back 7 buttons.

FAQs
v • What is an MP3+G?
MP3+G is the newest format for karaoke
w music utilizing the MP3’s small file size. It
w will show the words on the screen for
w singing along.
• Do the buttons on the remote work with
regular MP3s, too?
Yes, they work with both formats.
• Where can I get MP3+G files?
See page 19 to order and download
MP3+G files.
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Operation
Playing Files on a USB Drive

4 Select USB using the Navigation 6/

5 buttons.

x y
x 5 Press the Play/Pause 4;/Stop
button; the USB Menu will appear.

6 Select a desired file to play using the

Navigation 6/ 5 buttons. Press the
Play/Pause4;/Stop button to start
playback.

U U
U 7 Adjust the volume on the 4TV using
the Navigation/ Volume Up 5/ Down
6 button.

Notes:
• If there is more than one folder on the drive,
press the Skip Back 7/-10 Track button to
highlight the left column, select the desired
folder using the Navigation/ Volume Up
V V 5/Down 6 button, then press the
Play/Pause 4;/ Stop button to confirm.
• Use the Skip Back 7/-10 Track/Skip
Forward 8/ +10 Track buttons to go back
and forth from the folder to the files.
• You can also adjust the 4TV’s volume in the
Volume menu.
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Operation
Playing Files on a USB Drive
8 Adjust the volume of the TV using its
own volume control.

X 9 To set the Mic

Volume, press the MENU/Mic On-Off
button; the Menu will appear. Select
MIC VOLUME using the Navigation
X X 6/5 buttons.

10 Set the Mic’s Volume using the Skip

Forward 8/Skip Back 7 buttons,
then press the MENU/Mic On-Off
at button to close the menu.

at
at 11 Set the Effects as shown on page 18.

Notes:
• The Volume Up/ Down buttons on the
microphone only control the volume on the
unit, not the TV.
• The Mic icon will appear when the mic is
on. To turn the mic on or off, press and hold
the MENU/Mic On-Off button until the mic
icon appears or has an “X” over it.
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Operation
Playing Files on a USB Drive

12 SKIP: Advance or go back one track by

pressing the Skip Back 7/-10
Track/Skip Forward 8/ +10 Track
button. Advance or go back ten tracks
am al by pressing and holding the Skip Back
al 7/-10 Track/Skip Forward 8/ +10
Track button. See notes below.

13 Press and hold the Play/Pause

4;/Stop button to stop playback.

14 Press the ON/OFF button on the main

unit to the Out (OFF) position to turn
the unit off.
Notes:
• When a Skip button is pressed, the USB screen will
appear briefly, but you cannot select a file at that
time. You must be in Stop mode to select files (see
step 13).
an • To Pause: During playback, if you wish to pause
playback momentarily, press the Play/Pause
4;/Stop button; “PAUSE” will appear on the
screen. Press again to resume normal playback.
Sing or speak into the microphone and have fun! • Pausing the unit while playing an MP3+G may
distort the lyrics on the screen. This will remain
until the screen is refreshed.

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Operation
Using the AUX Jack

1 Connect the unit as described

previously. Press the ON/OFF
button to the In (ON) position to
turn the
unit on.

2 Insert one end of an audio cable

(not included) into the AUX/LINE
OUT jack on your external audio unit
v and the other end into the AUX IN
u jack on this unit.

3 Press the MENU/Mic On-Off

button; the Menu will appear. Select
the Media Source option using the
w Skip Forward 8/Skip Back 7
buttons.
w
w

Note: You will not be able to view the lyrics

on the screen when using an external audio
source.
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Operation
Using the AUX Jack

4 Select AUX using the Navigation 6/

5 buttons.

x y
x
5 Press the Play/Pause4;/Stop
button; the default SMC screen will
appear.

6 Start playback of the external device.

7 Adjust the volume on the 4TV using

the Navigation/Volume Up 5/ Down
6 button.
V V
8 Adjust the volume of the TV using its
own volume control.

Notes:
• It is highly recommended to set the volume
on the auxillary unit to 1/3 or lower to
avoid distortion.
• Skipping files/tracks is not possible when
using an external device.

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Operation
Using the AUX Jack

Xat
9 To set the Mic Volume, press the
MENU/Mic On-Off button; the Menu
will appear. Select MIC VOLUME using
the Navigation 6/ 5 buttons.
Xat Xat
10 Set the Mic’s Volume using the Skip
Forward 8/Skip Back 7 buttons, then
press the MENU/ Mic On-Off button
to close the menu.

11 Set the Effects as shown on page 18.

12 Press the ON/OFF button on the main

unit to the Out (OFF) position to turn
the unit off.
Notes:
• The Volume Up/ Down buttons on the
microphone only control the volume on the
al unit, not the TV.
• The Mic icon will appear when the mic is
on. To turn the mic on or off, press and hold
the MENU/Mic On-Off button until the mic
icon appears or has an “X” over it.
Sing or speak into the microphone and have fun!

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Operation
Karaoke Effects Menu
1 Insert and select a source (CD, USB
Drive or AUX) as shown on the
previous pages.
v
v 2 Press the MENU/Mic On-Off button;
the Menu will appear. Select the FX
option using the Skip Forward
8/Skip Back 7 buttons.

3 Select a desired option using the

Navigation 6/ 5 buttons.
w w
4 Set the option using the Skip Forward
8/Skip Back 7 buttons.

ECHO: Adjust for the echo effect. The more

bars the greater the echo.
DIGI KEY: Adjust to change the singer’s pitch.
AVC (Auto Voice Control): Set to ON and
x the vocals on a multiplex recording are
x muted as soon as the singer begins singing
into the microphone. When the singer stops
singing, the vocals are unmuted
automatically. The file must have this
feature. Set to OFF to disable.

Note: The Echo effect is the only option

when using the AUX In function.
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Operation
Where to Download MP3+G Files
To purchase and download karaoke music,
please visit http://store.singingmachine.com to
access over 12,000 of your favorite karaoke
songs. You will need a USB flash drive (not
included) to transfer the downloads to this unit.
Follow these easy steps:

1 Go to http://store.singingmachine.com
using your internet browser, and then
register.

2 Select and purchase your favorite

karaoke music from the Singing
Machine Download Store.

FAQs 3 Download your selected purchase(s)

from the Singing Machine Digital
Locker to your USB flash drive.
• Where can I get additional help with the
file formats?
While on the Singing Machine Store’s
web page, simply click FILE FORMATS
4 Insert the USB flash drive as shown
on page 11 and enjoy!

at the lower left. Note: Your downloaded songs can also be

• Can I Use this microphone with my burned to a CD.
computer?
Yes, this mic is compatible with Apple
and PC, simply use with USB Mic
compatible applications.

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Care and Maintenance
Care 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. Clean the compact disc
periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth.
Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to
B E NZEN E
C LE A N E R clean the compact disc. If necessary, use a CD
cleaning kit.

If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the

compact disc, it is probably dirty or damaged
(scratched).

When cleaning the compact disc, wipe in straight

lines from the center of the compact disc to the
outer edge of the compact disc. Never wipe in
circular motions.

COMPACT This unit is designed to play only compact discs

bearing the identification logos as shown here.
DIGITAL AUDIO
GRAPHICS Other discs may not conform to the CD standard
and may not play properly.

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Care and Maintenance
Compact Discs should be stored in their cases
after each use to avoid damage. Do not expose
compact discs to direct sunlight, high humidity,
high temperatures or dust, etc. Prolonged
exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the
compact disc.

Do not stick anything on either side of the

compact disc. Also do not write on the shiny side
of the disc, as sharp writing instruments, or the
ink, may damage the surface.

Cleaning the Unit

To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect
your unit from the AC power source when
cleaning. The finish on your unit may be cleaned
with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture.
Use caution when cleaning and wiping the
plastic parts.

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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 ON/OFF button turn power on.
• Make sure unit is connected to AC power.
• Make sure the AC plug is connected to this unit’s POWER IN jack.

No Sound – General
• Volume is set to minimum; raise volume.
• Correct source was not selected in the Media menu.

No Sound – If connected to a TV
• Volume on the TV is muted or too low.
• White and Red audio plugs are not connected properly, see page 5.
• Correct source (usually AV) was not selected in the TV’s menu.

Lyrics do not appear on the screen

• Yellow Video plug is not connected properly, see page 5.
• Correct source (usually AV) was not selected in the TV’s menu.
• The file/track being played is not an MP3+G or CD+G file. These are the only files that
allow you to view the lyrics on the screen.

CD section is not working properly

• No disc inserted, or disc inserted up side down; insert disc correctly.
• Disc is dirty or scratched; clean and try again, or replace disc.
• Non-standard disc is being used; make sure to use a standard CD with the CD or CDG logo.
• Lens is dirty; disconnect power and clean.
• Moisture has formed. Unplug and wait 20-30 minutes to dry.
• This unit needs to be reset. Unplug for 30 seconds and then plug in and try again.

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Troubleshooting Guide
No sound from the microphone
• Make sure it is firmly connected to the MIC1 or MIC2 jack.
• Make sure it is turned on, see page 9 (Information column).
• Make sure the MIC VOLUME Menu option is not on the lowest setting.

File(s) on USB jack not playing

• The file is corrupted; replace file.
• The file is not in a format this unit will play.
• The connected USB device is not supported by the product.

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Specifications
AUDIO
Output Power...........................................................................................................................5 Watts (RMS)
Output Impedance ...............................................................................................................................8 Ohms

CD PLAYER
Frequency Response ..............................................................................................................100Hz-20KHz
Signal to Noise Ratio.................................................................................................................................50dB
Sampling System .......................................................................................................8 Times Oversampling
Disc Diameter ........................................................................................................................4.72” (120mm)
3.15” (80mm) Single CD

JACKS
Headphone Jack ...............................................................................................3.5mm Stereo Headphones
Microphone ................................................. -54db 600 Ohm Impedance with Dynamic Microphone

GENERAL
Power.......................................................................................DC 12V 1.5A, Positive Center AC Adapter
Dimensions ..................................................................7.1 X 7.1 X 5.2 inches (18.0 x 18.0 x 13.3 cm)
Weight ..................................................................................................................................2.86 lbs (1.3 kgs)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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