Memorex Microcassette Recorder MKS1009 User Manual

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PORTABLE KARAOKE WITH AM/FM  
RADIO AND CASSETTE RECORDER  
MODEL: MKS1009  
BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
 
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS  
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15  
16  
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11  
1. FM Antenna  
2. Carrying Handle  
3. Cassette Compartment  
4. Cassette Buttons (right to left):  
PAUSE ( )  
7. Battery Compartment (Rear of Unit)  
8. MASTER VOLUME Control  
9. BALANCE Control  
10. ECHO Control  
11. MIC 1 Jack  
12. TUNING Control  
STOP/EJECT (  
F.FWD (❿❿)  
REWIND (➛➛)  
PLAY ()  
)
13. POWER Indicator  
14. MIC VOLUME Control  
15. FUNCTION (TAPE (RADIO OFF)/AM/FM)  
Control  
RECORD ( )  
16. MIC 2 Jack  
5. AC Jack (Rear of Unit)  
6. AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer  
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CONNECTIONS  
AC:  
Use the AC polarized line cord included with the unit for  
operation on AC power. Insert the small end of the AC cord into  
the AC socket on the back cabinet of the unit. Insert the other  
end of the AC cord into any convenient 120V 60Hz household  
outlet.  
NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help  
minimize the possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does not  
t into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not le or cut the wide  
blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace  
the obsolete outlet.  
DC:  
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the unit and insert six (6) “C” cell batteries (not included), observing  
the battery polarity indicated inside the compartment. Replace the Battery Compartment cover.  
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS  
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:  
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specied.  
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.)  
CONNECTING THE MICROPHONE(S)  
This unit has two microphone jacks, use one with the supplied microphone, which will allow you to sing  
along with your favorite songs. Before connecting, make sure the MIC VOLUME control is set to minimum.  
If only connecting one microphone, connect it to the MIC 1 jack.  
Only one microphone is included with this model.  
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OPERATION  
ECHO CONTROL  
BALANCE CONTROL  
MIC ON/OFF SWITCH  
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1
1
Rotate the ECHO control clock- Rotate the BALANCE control To turn the microphone on, slide  
wise to increase the echo or clockwise to decrease the left the ON/OFF switch, located on  
counterclockwise to decrease the speaker’s sound or counterclock- the side of the microphone, to the  
echo.  
wise to decrease the right ON position. To turn the  
speaker’s sound  
microphone off, slide the ON/OFF  
switch to the OFF position.  
RADIO OPERATION  
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1
3
1
2
Slide the FUNCTION control to Rotate the TUNING control to Adjust the MASTER VOLUME ❶  
select a station.  
the AM or FM position; the Power  
indicator will light.  
and BALANCE controls as  
desired.  
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5
ANTENNAS  
AM – This unit has a built-in  
ferrite rod antenna, which  
provides adequate reception in  
most areas. If reception is weak,  
turn the unit to improve reception.  
If desired, plug in one or two Slide the FUNCTION control to  
FM – This unit has an FM rod  
antenna. If reception is weak,  
extend and rotate the rod  
antenna.  
microphones and slide the  
ON/OFF switch, located on the  
side of the microphone, to the ON  
position. Adjust the MIC VOLUME  
control as desired. Sing or speak  
with the radio.  
the TAPE/RADIO OFF position to  
turn the unit off.  
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CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION  
PLAYING CASSETTE TAPES  
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2
3
Slide the FUNCTION control to  
the TAPE/RADIO OFF position.  
Press the STOP/EJECT (  
)
Press the PLAY () button to  
begin playback.  
button to open the Cassette Door  
and insert a cassette with the  
open end facing the front of the  
unit.  
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5
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3
1
1
2
Adjust the MASTER VOLUME To advance or rewind the tape To pause playback momentarily,  
rapidly, press either the F.FWD  
(❿❿) or REWIND (➛➛) ❷  
and BALANCE controls as  
desired.  
press the PAUSE ( ) button. The  
tape movement stops but the tape  
button. When you reach the motor is still running. Press the  
desired point, press the PLAY  
() button to resume normal  
playback.  
PAUSE ( ) button again to  
release pause and resume  
normal playback.  
TO SING ALONG  
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If you would like to sing along with  
a tape, simply play the tape,  
insert one or two microphones  
and sing along!  
To stop playback before the tape When the tape reaches the end,  
ends, press the STOP/EJECT the auto-stop mechanism  
activates, the PLAY () button is  
released and the tape motor  
shuts off. Press the STOP/EJECT  
(
) button. The PLAY ()  
button is released and the tape  
motor shuts off.  
(
) button to open the Cassette  
Door and remove the tape.  
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CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION (CONTINUED)  
RECORDING FROM THE RADIO OR MICROPHONE (NON-KARAOKE)  
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2
3
When ready to record, press the  
Slide the FUNCTION control to  
the TAPE/RADIO OFF position if  
recording from a microphone or  
the FM/AM position if recording  
from the radio.  
Press the STOP/EJECT (  
)
RECORD (  
)
button (the PLAY  
button to open the Cassette Door  
and insert a blank cassette with  
the open end facing the front of  
the unit.  
() button will automatically  
depress).  
NOTES:  
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5
Refer to SAFEGUARD  
AGAINST ACCIDENTAL  
ERASURE section (page 7) if  
the RECORD button cannot  
be pressed.  
1
Keep the microphones away  
from the unit to avoid  
feedback.  
2
To pause playback momentarily,  
Adjust the MASTER VOLUME ❶  
and BALANCE controls as  
desired. This does not affect the  
recording due to the ALC circuit.  
press the PAUSE ( ) button. The  
tape movement stops but the tape  
motor is still running. Press the  
PAUSE ( ) button again to release  
pause and resume recording.  
KARAOKE RECORDING FROM THE RADIO OR MICROPHONE(S)  
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2
3
1
2
Insert one or two microphones Adjust the MIC VOLUME control Slide the ON/OFF switch, located  
into the MICROPHONE jacks as desired. Increasing this on the side of the microphone, to  
shown above, then repeat steps 1  
to 3 on top of page.  
the ON position. Sing or talk into  
the microphone(s) and both the  
audio and the microphone(s) will  
be recorded onto the cassette  
tape.  
control will increase the volume of  
the respective microphone. Adjust  
the ECHO control to add an  
echo effect to your voice. The  
ECHO control is variable so  
add as much or as little reverb as  
desired.  
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE  
When a new recording is made, any program material  
previously recorded is automatically erased and only the  
new recording remains. To safeguard valuable  
recordings from being erased accidentally, the cassette  
and the deck are equipped with a special device.  
On the back of the cassette there is an erase prevention  
tab on each side. To prevent accidental erasing, break  
out these tabs with a screwdriver. If only one side of the  
tape is to be protected, break out the tab on the left side  
with the side desired facing you.  
To record on a tape in which the tab has been broken,  
place a piece of adhesive tape over that area.  
NOTE: When a tab is broken out, the record button  
cannot be depressed.  
CASSETTE TAPE RECOMMENDATIONS  
Standard tape lengths have 15 (C-30), 30 (C-60) and 45 (C-90) minutes of  
recording time on each side. Longer length tapes of 60 (C-120) minutes of  
recording time on each side are not recommended. Use only high quality  
tapes. If a problem develops, check the unit rst with another cassette to  
determine if the problem is with the cassette, and not with the unit.  
If there is any slack in the cassette, it should be removed before inserting  
the cassette. Place a pencil in one of the hubs and rotate it clockwise  
until all slack is taken up.  
Cleaning the unit  
• To prevent re or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.  
• The nish 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.  
• Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.  
• Periodic cleaning of the tape heads, capstan and pinch roller is necessary to maintain good sound  
reproduction. Clean them after every 100 hours of use or less if playback has deteriorated. Use a cotton  
swab moistened with head cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol, then wipe dry with another swab.  
NOTE: Never use metal objects on or near the tape heads. Do not allow any cleaning material to fall into the  
tape assembly.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service:  
Symptom  
Radio  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Noise or sound distorted  
on radio broadcasts.  
Station not tuned properly for  
AM or FM.  
Retune the AM or FM broadcast  
station.  
FM: FM Rod Antenna is not fully  
extended.  
Fully extend FM Rod Antenna.  
AM: Unit is not positioned  
correctly.  
Rotate unit until best reception is  
obtained.  
AM or FM, no sound.  
FUNCTION control not on AM or FM.  
Volume at minimum.  
Rotate to select AM or FM .  
Increase volume.  
Cassette Player  
No sound.  
FUNCTION control not set to TAPE.  
Volume at minimum.  
Dirty head.  
Rotate to the TAPE position.  
Increase volume.  
Sound distorted.  
Speed varies.  
Clean the head.  
Tape old.  
Replace the tape.  
Replace the tape.  
Cassette tape worn out.  
Cassette Recorder  
Will not record.  
Erase prevention tab removed.  
Defective tape or dirty tape head.  
Cover hole with adhesive tape.  
Replace tape or clean tape head.  
Distorted sound  
on playback.  
Karaoke  
Feedback is heard  
when singing.  
Microphone is too close to unit  
or MIC VOLUME is too high.  
Move microphone away from  
unit or decrease MIC VOLUME.  
General  
No sound.  
Power cord disconnected.  
Connect power cord.  
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT  
WWW.MEMCORPINC.COM  
OR CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-919-3647.  
PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED  
TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX.  
FOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INT’L AT 1-800-321-6993.  
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Memcorp, Inc.  
Weston, FL  
Printed in Hong Kong  
 

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