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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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2
3
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13
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7
8
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15
16
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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 (❿)
)
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
fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file 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 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.)
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 ❷ 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 (❿) 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
6
3
1
1
2
Adjust the MASTER VOLUME ❶ To advance or rewind the tape To pause playback momentarily,
rapidly, press either the F.FWD
(❿❿) ❶ or REWIND (➛➛) ❷
and BALANCE ❷ 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
(❿) button ❸ to resume normal
playback.
PAUSE ( ) button again to
release pause and resume
normal playback.
TO SING ALONG
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8
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 (❿) button is
released and the tape motor
shuts off. Press the STOP/EJECT
(
) button. The PLAY (❿)
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.
(❿) button will automatically
depress).
NOTES:
•
4
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 ❷ 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 ❶ 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 ❷ to add an
echo effect to your voice. The
ECHO control ❷ 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 first 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 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.
• 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
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