Emerson EK215 Stereo System User Manual
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1. Cotton Swab Cotton Swab RECORDER PLAYER NOTE Never use metal objects on or near the tape heads Do not allow any cleaning material to fall into the tape assembly 11 EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 PM Page 12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem check the following before seeking service Symptom Radio Noise or sound distorted on radio broadcasts AM or FM no sound Cassette Player No sound Sound distorted Speed varies Cassette Recorder Will not record Distorted sound on playback Karaoke Some vocals are still present when VOCAL switch is set to MUSIC Feedback is heard when singing General No sound Possible Cause Station not tuned properly for AM or FM FM AC cord is not fully extended or uncoiled AM Unit is not positioned correctly FUNCTION switch not on AM or FM FUNCTION switch not set to TAPE Dirty head Tape old Cassette tape worn out Erase prevention tab removed Defective tape or dirty tape head Using non karaoke tape Backup vocals are present Microphone is too close to unit or MIC VOLUME is too high Power cord disconnected Solution Retune the AM or FM broadcast station Extend AC cord Rotate unit until best reception is obtained Slide to select AM or FM Increase volume Slide to the TAPE position Increase volume Clean the head Replace the tap2. EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 PM Page 9 CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION CONTINUED DUBBING A CASSETTE TAPE AT NORMAL OR HIGH SPEED Insert a prerecorded tape into Deck 1 and a blank cassette tape into Deck 2 Slide the FUNCTION For high speed dubbing slide the HIGH SPEED DUBBING switch to the ON High Speed Dubbing For higher quality dubbing slide the HIGH SPEED DUBBING switch to the OFF Normal Speed switch to the TAPE position position Dubbing position Press the PLAY lt 4 button on Deck 1 and the PAUSE II button on Deck 2 will release automatically and the dubbing will begin When dubbing the shorter tape will stop first and the other will continue running until it reaches the end or is stopped manually Press the PAUSE II button then the RECORD button on Deck 2 the PLAY lt 4 button will automatically depress NOTES When dubbing at high speed a chattering sound may be heard To avoid this set the MASTER VOLUME control to the minimum position while the tape is dubbing at high speed DO NOT slide the HIGH SPEED DUBBING switch while dubbing is in progress For best results use normal bias cassette tapes when recording EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 Page 10 2 CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION CONTINUED KARAOKE RECORDING FROM A KARAOKE CASSETTE TAPE You can record onto a cassette tape f
3. KARAOKE SYSTEM WITH AM FM RADIO AND DUAL CASSETTE DECK OWNER S MANUAL EK215 Visit our web site at www emersonradio com EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 1 T WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with CAUTION TO REDUCE THE The exclamation point within arrowhead symbol within an RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO an equilateral triangle is equilateral triangle is intended NOT REMOVE COVER OR intended to alert the user to the to alert the user to the BACK NO USER presence of important presence of uninsulated SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE operating and maintenance dangerous voltage within the REFER SERVICING TO servicing instructions in the product s enclosure that may QUALIFIED SERVICE literature accompanying the be of sufficient magnitude to PERSONNEL appliance constitute a risk of electric shock to persons IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not i
4. If desired plug in one or two 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 Press the POWER button to turn the unit off the POWER indicator will turn off 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 FM The FM antenna is built into the AC cord If reception is weak adjust the length and the angle of the cord PLAYING CASSETTE TAPES EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 7 2 CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION On Karaoke Tapes side A is stereo instrumental music only and side B is instrumental on one channel and vocals on the other channel Depending on the song background vocals may be included on side A Press the POWER button to turn the unit on the POWER indicator will light Slide the Function switch to the TAPE position Press the STOP EJECT button on one of the decks to open the Cassette Door and insert a cassette with the open end facing up and full reel on the right Press the PLAY lt 4 button to begin playback Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and TONE controls as desired To advance or rewind the tape rapidly
5. cassette tape in Deck 2 When you are finished recording press the STOP EJECT buttons to stop the tape NOTES Refer to SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE section page 11 if the RECORD button cannot be pressed MICROPHONE FEEDBACK Feedback is a howling or screeching sound that occurs when the microphone comes too close to the speaker s To avoid microphone feedback keep the microphone as far away from the speakers as the microphone cable will allow If you must bring the microphone close to the speakers such as when you are changing a tape or adjusting one of the other controls on the front of the unit set the microphone On Off switch to the Off position 10 EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 PM Page 11 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 aA and the deck are equipped with a special device Tab for side 2 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 Tab Tab for side 1 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 pla
6. N OF CONTROLS JIA 10 Cassette Deck 1 Buttons left to right 12 Cassette Deck 2 Buttons left to right PAUSE PAUSE II STOP EJECT STOP EJECT F FWD lt lt F FWD lt lt REWIND gt gt REWIND gt gt PLAY lt 4 PLAY 4 2 Cassette Deck 1 RECORD 3 AUX OUT Jacks Rear of Unit 13 Cassette Deck 2 4 HIGH SPEED DUBBING Switch 14 FUNCTION TAPE FM AM Switch 5 VOCAL AUTO NORMAL MUSIC Switch 15 POWER Button 6 MICA Jack 16 POWER ON Indicator 7 MASTER VOLUME Control 17 PHONES Headphones Jack 8 MIC B Jack 18 TUNING Control 9 MIC VOLUME Control 19 TONE Control 10 ECHO Control 20 AM FM Dial Scale and Pointer 11 Battery Compartment Rear of Unit 21 AC Socket Rear of Unit EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 4 2 POWER SOURCES 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 AC Outlet AC Plug 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 ins
7. TEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED ABOVE BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER WE MAKE NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE THE EXTENT OF OUR LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY 1 THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT WILL OUR LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT How does state law apply to your warranty THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS BUT YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE SO THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 PM Page 15 Emerson EMERSON PART NO 16 2873 208 02 Printed in China
8. WER indicator will light Slide the Function switch to the TAPE position if recording from a microphone or the FM AM position if recording from the radio Press the STOP EJECT button on Deck 2 to open the Cassette Door and insert a blank cassette with the open end facing up and full reel on the right When ready to record press the RECORD button on Deck 2 the PLAY 4 button will automatically depress Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and TONE controls as desired TONE control will not affect the recording To pause recording momentarily press the PAUSE button The tape movement stops but the tape motor is still running Press the PAUSE II button again to release pause and resume recording KARAOKE RECORDING FROM THE RADIO OR MICROPHONE S 4 Follow steps 1 4 above Insert one or two microphones into the appropriate jack s Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired Increasing this control will increase the volume of the respective microphone Adjust the TONE and ECHO controls to add an echo effect to your voice The ECHO control is variable so add as much or as little reverb as desired Slide the ON OFF switch located on the side of the microphone to 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 in Deck 2
9. ce a piece of adhesive tape over that area Break out the tab to prevent recording 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 R P Pinch Roller Head Head Pinch Roller Head
10. e Replace the tape Cover hole with adhesive tape Replace tape or clean tape head Use karaoke tape This is normal only the main vocal s are to be reduced Move microphone away from unit or decrease MIC VOLUME Connect power cord 12 EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 PM Page 13 Va TO FIND THE LOCATION AND Emerson 5S5 NEAREST AUTHORIZED AUTHORIZED SERVICE SERVICE CENTER a E a CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 695 0098 PLEASE CALL 1 800 898 9020 Emerson Radio Corp Consumer Affairs Dept 1901 Diplomat Drive C Farmers Branch TX 75234 FOR ADDITIONAL SET UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE PLEASE WRITE TO 13 S EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 43 PM Page 14 EMERSON RADIO CORP LIMITED WARRANTY What does this warranty cover Any manufacturing defects in original material including original parts and workmanship under normal use and conditions For how long For a period of ninety 90 days from the date of original purchase in the U S What will we do If you need service under this Warranty and you provide us with the dated proof of purchase we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an authorized Depot Repair Facility or replace the product in our discretion How do you make your warranty claim If it becomes necessary to repair your unit you can obtain the name and mailing location of a De
11. ert eight D cell batteries not included observing the battery polarity indicated inside the compartment Replace the Battery Compartment cover 1 0 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 m EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 Page 5 2 CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE UNIT TO AHOME STEREO NOTES FOR CONNECTING TOA RECEIVER HOME STEREO Connecting the unit to a receiver home stereo will allow you to broadcast the unit s sound through the receiver home stereo s speakers When connecting the unit refer to the owner s manual of the receiver home stereo as well as this manual When connecting the unit make sure the power is off and both units are unplugged before
12. making any connections From Out RECEIVER OR HOME STEREO CONNECTING THE 5 This unit has two microphone jacks use with the supplied microphones 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 A jack HEADPHONE JACK For private listening connect low impedance 3 5mm 32 ohm stereo headphones not included to this jack The speakers are automatically disconnected when the headphone plug is inserted in the jack OPERATION TONE CONTROL MIC ON OFF SWITCH ECHO CONTROL ES Rotate the ECHO control clock wise to increase the echo or counterclockwise to decrease the echo Rotate the TONE control clock wise to increase the higher tone response To turn the microphone on slide the ON OFF switch located on the side of the microphone to the ON position To turn the microphone off slide the ON OFF switch to the OFF position EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 6 2 RADIO OPERATION 4 Press the POWER button to turn the unit on the POWER indicator will light Slide the Function switch to the AM or FM position Rotate the TUNING control to select a station Adjust the MASTER VOLUME 6 and TONE controls as desired
13. nstall near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 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 If 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 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 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 has changed its performance or has been dropped 14 This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus 15 Do not overload wall outlet Use only power source as indicated 16 Use replacement parts as specified by the ma
14. nufacturer 17 The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer 18 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks en EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this Emerson Karaoke audio system This uniquely designed product has AM FM radio and a dual cassette player recorder that will allow you to make direct recordings from radio to cassette cassette to cassette or live through the dual Karaoke microphones We are sure that this unit will provide you with many years of exceptional performance with a minimum of care and maintenance Please review the contents of this instruction manual completely and carefully before operating your unit to make sure that you understand all functions and operations and get the maximum benefit out of all the great features included in this product If you should encounter any problems with the set up or operation of this product please contact the Emerson Radio Corporation Customer Service hot line toll free at 1 800 898 9020 The serial number of your unit can be found on a label on the bottom of the cabinet We suggest that you record the serial number in the space provided below in case this information is ever needed at a future date Model Number EK215 Serial Number EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 3 LOCATIO
15. pot Repair Facility by dialing 1 800 695 0098 You should pack your unit in a well padded heavy corrugated box enclose your check or money order payable to the Depot Repair Facility in the amount of 9 00 to cover the return shipping and handling costs and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase warranty service will not be provided without a dated proof of purchase Finally you should ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post insured What does your warranty not cover Your warranty does not cover the following Damage from negligence misuse abuse accident or failure to follow operating instructions Use of product in a commercial application or rentals Changes or repairs by anyone other than an authorized Depot Repair Facility Damage because your unit is improperly connected to the equipment of other manufacturers Unit on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product Cost incurred in shipping your unit to and from an authorized Depot Repair Facility Ordinary adjustments which you can perform as outlined in the owner s manual Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems Products purchased used serviced or damaged outside of the United States Damage to compact discs or cassettes What other limitations apply to your warranty THIS WARRANTY IS NON TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES NOT EX
16. press either the F FWD lt lt or REWIND button When you reach the desired point press the PLAY lt 4 button to resume normal playback To pause playback momentarily 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 normal playback ends press the STOP EJECT button The PLAY 4 button is released and the tape motor shuts off When the tape reaches the end the auto stop mechanism activates the PLAY lt 4 button is released and the tape motor shuts off Press the STOP EJECT button to open the Cassette Door and remove the tape TO SING ALONG If you would like to sing along with a tape simply play the tape connect one or two microphones and sing along If you insert a Karaoke tape you can set the VOCAL switch to one of the following positions MUSIC Plays instruments but not vocals NORMAL Plays instruments and vocals AUTO The Auto Vocal control is a special circuit that automatically suppresses the vocal tracks when you sing along through the microphone To hear vocals tape side B must be played EK215 KARAOKE O M QXD 8 15 02 3 42 PM Page 8 2 CASSETTE TAPE OPERATION CONTINUED RECORDING FROM THE RADIO OR MICROPHONE Press the POWER button to turn the unit on the PO
17. rom a special Karaoke cassette tape as follows A S ly y Press the STOP EJECT buttons and insert a karaoke cassette tape into Deck 1 and a blank cassette tape into Deck 2 Connect one or two microphones to the appropriate jack s Slide the FUNCTION switch to the TAPE position Press the PAUSE M button 6 then press the RECORD button on Deck 2 the PLAY button will be automatically depressed one of the following positions MUSIC Plays instruments but not Slide the VOCAL switch to select SW Press the PLAY lt 4 button on Deck 1 to start playback and press the PAUSE button on Adjust the MIC VOLUME control as desired Increasing this control will increase the volume of vocals NORMAL Plays instruments and vocals AUTO The Auto Vocal control is a special circuit that automatically suppresses the vocal tracks when you sing along through the microphone To hear vocals tape side B must be played Deck 2 to release pause Make sure the HIGH SPEED DUBBING switch is set to OFF the respective microphone Adjust the TONE and ECHO controls to add an echo effect to your voice The ECHO control 6 is variable so add as much or as little reverb as desired Sing or talk into the microphone s and both the Karaoke cassette tape and the microphone s will be recorded onto the
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