MKB01 - Karaoke system Marquant - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Portable CD Karaoke Stereo Radio with Microphone
Brand	Marquant
Model	MKB01
Dimensions (W x D x H)	415 x 307 x 95 mm
Power Source	DC 12V 800mA AC adaptor (included) or 8 x C (UM-2) batteries
Battery Type	8 x UM-2 / C size (alkaline recommended)
Audio Output Power	1.5 Watts RMS per channel
Speaker System	3.5" x 2 full range
Disc Playback	CD, CD-R/RW (performance not guaranteed for CD-R/RW)
Radio Bands	FM (88–108 MHz), AM (530–1600 kHz)
Microphone Input	1 x 1/4" (6.35 mm) external mic jack, microphone included
Echo Effect	Yes, adjustable via ECHO VOLUME control
Auxiliary Input	Yes, RCA left/right (AUX IN)
Headphone Jack	Yes, 3.5 mm stereo (disables built-in speakers)
CD Functions	Play/Pause, Skip/Search, Repeat (1/all), Program (up to 16 tracks)
FM Stereo Indicator	Yes, LED indicates stereo reception
Antenna	Telescoping FM rod antenna; built-in AM ferrite bar antenna
Laser Class	Class 1 laser product (invisible radiation when open)
Safety Precautions	Do not expose to rain/moisture; avoid heat sources; use only specified power
Cleaning	Clean with dry cloth; do not use chemical solvents
Repair	No user-serviceable parts; refer to qualified personnel
Included Accessories	Microphone, AC adaptor, instruction manual

Frequently Asked Questions - MKB01 Marquant

How do I power the MKB01 karaoke system?

The system can be powered using the included DC 12V 800mA AC adaptor or by installing 8 UM-2 (C size) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended for longer life.

How do I play a CD on this device?

Set the FUNCTION selector to CD. Open the CD door, place a disc label-side up on the spindle, close the door, then press the PLAY/PAUSE button (▶). Adjust volume as desired. To stop, press STOP (■).

Can I program the CD player to play tracks in a specific order?

Yes. In stop mode, press PROG. Use the SKIP/SEARCH buttons (◀/▶) to select a track, press PROG to store. Repeat for up to 16 tracks. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start programmed playback.

How do I use the radio function?

Set FUNCTION to RADIO. Extend the FM antenna fully. Use the BAND selector to choose FM STEREO, FM, or AM. Rotate TUNING to find a station. Adjust volume. Turn FUNCTION to OFF when done.

How do I use the microphone for karaoke?

Plug the included microphone into the EXTERNAL MIC jack. Set FUNCTION to CD or AUX. Adjust the MIC VOLUME and ECHO VOLUME controls for desired effect. Point the microphone away from speakers to avoid howling.

Why is there no sound when I connect headphones?

When you plug headphones into the HEADPHONE jack, the built-in speakers automatically turn off. Make sure the volume is turned up and the FUNCTION selector is set to the correct source (CD, RADIO, AUX).

How do I clean the device and discs?

For the unit, use a clean dry cloth. Do not use chemical solvents. For CDs, wipe gently from the center outward using a soft, lint-free cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners.

What should I do if the CD skips or doesn't play?

First, ensure the disc is clean and not scratched. Wipe it with a soft cloth. If skipping persists, try another disc. Also, check that the FUNCTION selector is set to CD and the disc is loaded correctly (label side up).

Can I connect external devices to this karaoke system?

Yes, use the AUX IN jacks (left/right RCA). Connect your external device (TV, DVD, etc.) using an RCA cable (not included). Set FUNCTION to AUX and adjust volume.

What type of batteries does the MKB01 use and how long do they last?

It uses 8 UM-2 (C size) batteries. Battery life depends on volume; playing CDs at higher volume drains batteries faster. Alkaline batteries are recommended. When output weakens or sound distorts, replace all eight batteries.

USER MANUAL MKB01 Marquant

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Portable CD-Karaoke Stereo Radio With Microphone Model No: MKB-01 Instruction Manual

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Please read and follow this instruction manual carefully before using the unit and retain it for future reference.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE1 PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1

CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

This porduct contains a low power Laser Device.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

Uninsulated Dangerous Voltage that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons is present within this product's enclosure.

ATTENTION

The Instruction Manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions.

For your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.

IMPORTANT NOTES

- Avoid installing this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters, on top of other stereo equipment that radiates too much heat, places lacking ventilation or dusty areas, places subject to constant vibration and/or humid or moist areas.

• Do not attempt to clean this unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.
• Operate controls and switches as described in the manual.
• Store your CDs in a cool area to avoid damage from heat.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

PREPARATION FOR USE

UNPACKING AND SET-UP

• Carefully remove the unit from the carton and remove all packing material from the unit.
• We suggest that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case it ever becomes necessary to return your unit for service. This is the only sure way to protect the unit from damage in transit.
  • If you do dispose of the carton and packing materials, please do so properly.

POWER SOURCE

This system is designed to operate on ☑—☐—+ DC 12V 800mA AC adaptor or 8 UM2 / "C" size batteries. Connecting this system to any other power supply could result in damage to the unit, which is not covered by your warranty.

NOTE: The configuration of the AC adaptor differs depending on the area.

BATTERY OPERATION

1. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover by pressing the hook and sliding the cover upwards.
2. Insert 8 UM2 / "C" size fresh batteries into the battery compartment. Be sure to follow the polarity (+ / -) markings inside the compartment. If the batteries are inserted incorrectly the unit will not work.
3. Close the Battery Compartment Cover.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Playing CD's at higher volume levels increases the battery drain and shortens the battery life. Try to use AC adaptor whenever it is available.
  • We recommend using alkaline batteries for the longest possible life.
• Change the batteries when the output of the unit becomes weak or the sound becomes distorted. Always change all eight (8) batteries at the same time.
• If the unit will be stored and not used for 30 days or more it is recommended to remove the batteries from the battery compartment to reduce the possibility of damage from battery leakage or corrosion.

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 recharge; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer's directions.)

STEREO HEADPHONE JACK

For private listening without disturbing others, connect a set of stereo headphones (not included) to the HEADPHONE Jack. The built-in speakers automatically shut off when stereo headphones are connected to the HEADPHONE Jack. When using stereo headphones always start with the volume control set to a low level and gradually increase until you find the desired level.

EXTERNAL MIC JACK

Plug in an external microphone, set the FUNCTION SELECTOR to 'CD' or 'AUX'. The sound is amplified by the built-in amplifier. Set the desired volume by MIC VOLUME control. Set the echo effect by ECHO VOLUME control. (external microphone is included).

NOTES:

* Unplug microphone not in use to avoid noise.
* In case of microphone not howling, operate as follows.
1) Put the microphone away from the speakers.
2) Lower the microphone volume
3) Change the microphone direction so as not face the speakers.
4) Reduce the echo level.

1. FUNCTION Selector (AUX / CD / OFF / RADIO)
2. BAND Selector (FM STEREO / FM / AM)
3. VOLUME Control
4. TUNING Control
5. CD PLAY / PAUSE ▶ Button
6. CD STOR Button
7. CD Skip / Search REV ◀ Button
8. CD Skip / Search FWD ▶▶ Button
9. CD REPEAT Button
10. CD PROGRAM Button
11. CD LCD Display

12. CD Compartment Door

13. DC Input Jack

14. PHONES Jack (Stereo Headphone)
15. AUX-Left Channel
16. AUX-Right Channel
17. ECHO Volume
18. MIC Volume
19. EXTERNAL MIC Jack
20. Speaker
21. FM STEREO LED Indicator
22. Battery Compartment
23. CD Door Open Button
24. FM Rod Antenna
25. Case Lock

LISTENING TO AUXILIARY INPUT

To receive audio signals from other devices, such as TV, VCR, DVD, MD player.

1. Connect one end of the RCA Plug signal wire (not included) into AUX IN socket.
2. Connect the other end of wire to your home equipment.
3. Set the FUNCTION selector to AUX position.
4. Play your home equipment.
5. Adjust the sound level by rotating the volume control.
6. Stop listening auxiliary input. Set the FUNCTION selector to the "OFF" position.

LISTENING TO RADIO

1. Extend the telescoping FM ANTENNA to its full length.
2. Set the FUNCTION selector to RADIO position.
3. Use the TUNING control to locate the desired station. If the BAND selector is set to "FM ST" and the FM station is broadcasting in stereo, the FM STEREO LED indicator will light up.
4. Use the VOLUME control to adjust the sound to the desired level.
5. When you are finished listening, set the FUNCTION selector to the "OFF" position.

Hints for Better Reception

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AM

AM - The AM ANTENNA is located inside the cabinet. If AM reception is weak, try turning the entire unit until the AM ANTENNA is pointing in the direction of the broadcast transmitter.

FM - Change the direction of the telescoping FM ANTENNA until you find the best reception.

LISTENING TO COMPACT DISC

NORMAL PLAYBACK

1. Set the FUNCTION selector to CD position.
2. Open the CD COMPARTMENT DOOR and place a CD on the center spindle with the printed label side facing up.
3. Close the CD door. The disc will spin momentarily and “_ _” will appear in the display. Then the disc will stop spinning and the display will show the total tracks on the disc.
4. Press the PLAY / PAUSE ▶ button to begin playback. The PLAY indicator will appear in display and playback begins from track 1.
5. Adjust the volume controls as desired.
6. Playback continues until all tracks have been played, then the disc stops and the display again shows the total number of tracks on the disc. You may also stop the disc at any time by pressing the STOP ■ button.
7. Open the CD door, remove your disc from the player, and set the FUNCTION selector to the "OFF" position.

PAUSE CONTROL

The PAUSE control allows you to pause playback of a disc temporarily, and then resume playback from the same point. Press the PLAY / PAUSE ▶ button during playback to activate the PAUSE control. Press the PLAY / PAUSE ▶ button again to cancel PAUSE and resume normal playback. The PLAY indicator stops flashing.

NOTE: Remember that the disc continues to spin in the pause mode even though no sound is heard. Don't forget to release the pause mode to prevent excessive wear on the motor, and to save your batteries.

SKIP / SEARCH ↔ / ▶ BUTTONS

Press the SKIP / SEARCH ▶ FWD button once during playback to skip to the beginning of the next track. Continue to press this button to skip forward to choose next available tracks until you reach the desired track.

Press the SKIP / SEARCH ▶ REV button once during playback to skip to the beginning of the current track. Press twice to skip back to the beginning of the previous track. Continue to press this button to skip backward to choose previous available tracks until you reach the desired track.

Hold the SKIP / SEARCH ▶ FWD or ◀ REV buttons during playback to rapidly search forward or backward through the disc to locate a specific passage within a track that you wish to bypass or to hear again.

High speed search continues as long as the SKIP / SEARCH ▶/◀ buttons are pressed. Normal playback resumes when the SKIP / SEARCH ▶/◀ buttons are released.

NOTE: During high speed music search the playback volume is automatically reduced.

To begin playback of a disc on a specific track, wait until the player reads the disc and displays the total track number, the desired track number is on the display. Press the PLAY / PAUSE ▶ button to begin playback on that track.

REPEAT PLAYBACK

This function allows you to repeat either a single track or the entire disc continuously. To repeat a single track, select the track you wish to repeat and begin playback on that track. Then press the REPEAT button once. The REPEAT indicator start flashing and the selected track will be repeated continuously until

you cancel the repeat function by pressing the REPEAT button until the REPEAT indicator goes "OFF" or press the STOP ■ button twice.

To repeat the entire disc, press the REPEAT button twice. The REPEAT indicator will light up. Then press the PLAY / PAUSE ▶ button to begin playback if necessary. The entire disc will be repeated continuously.

To cancel Repeat Playback press the REPEAT button until the REPEAT indicator goes "OFF". Opening the CD door or switching the FUNCTION selector to "OFF" also can cancel repeat.

PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK

You can program up to 16 tracks to play in any order you choose. To program tracks for playback the player must be in the Stop mode. If the disc is playing, press the STOP ■ button to stop playback and then proceed as follows:

1. Press the PROG button once. The "PROGRAM" indicator and "PR" will start flashing.

2. Use the SKIP / SEARCH ▶ FWD or ◀ REV buttons to select the first track to be programmed.

Example: Track 7

The "PROGRAM" indicator keeps flashing.

1. Press the PROG button again. This will store track 7 into program memory. The "PROGRAM" indicator and "PR" flashing again.

2. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have programmed up to a maximum of 16 tracks into the program memory.

3. To begin Programmed Playback press the PLAY / PAUSE ▶ button. The "PROGRAM" indicator stop flashing and remains on. The player will begin to play the tracks in the order that you selected.

NOTES:

• Pressing the STOP ■ button during Programmed Playback will stop playback but the Programmed tracks are still in memory.
• Press PLAY / PAUSE 📂 button to continue Programmed Playback.
• To cancel Programmed Playback, press the STOP ■ button while in Stop mode.
• Programmed Playback can also be canceled by opening the CD door, setting the FUNCTION selector to the "OFF" position or by disconnecting the AC POWER cord.
• When 16 tracks have been entered, the CD memory is full. If you try to select other tracks, the "PROGRAM" indicators continue flashing but no other track numbers appear in the display.
  • To check the program order, press the PROG button once more. The display will show each track number in the order that they were programmed.

NOTE ON CD-R / RW DISCS

• Because of non-standardized format definition / production of CD-R / RW, playback quality & performance are not guaranteed.
- Do not attach a seal or label to either side (the record able side or the labeled side) of a CD-R / RW disc. It may cause malfunction.
- Do not load an un-recorded CD-R / RW disc. It will take over 30 seconds to read the disc. The disc may be damaged if you try to open the CD Door while reading the disc.

COMPACT DISC CARE

• To Remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

- Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the disc.

• Do not attach any tape, stickers, etc. to the disc label.

- Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.

- If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or damaged (scratched).

- When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the disc to the outer edge of the disc. Never wipe in circular motions.

CAUTION:

Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service.

Symptom	Possible Cause	Soluti
Radio
Noise or sound distorted on AM or FM broadcasting.	Station not tuned properly for AM or FM.	Retune AM or FM broadcast station.
	FM: The FM Rod Antenna was not extended.	Extend FM Rod Antenna.
	AM: The built-in ferrite bar antenna was not position correctly.	Reposition the unit until best reception is obtained.
FM STEREO indicator does not light up.	BAND at FM position. Slide	BAND selector to FM STEREO position.
	You have tuned to a mono station.	Select another FM station.
	The station too weak. Select another FM station.
AM or FM no sound.	Unit not at RADIO mode. Slide	FUNCTION selector to RADIO position.
	Volume at minimum position.	Adjust Volume level.
Compact Disc Player
CD Player does not play.	Unit not at CD mode. Slide	FUNCTION selector to CD position.
	CD is not installed or installed incorrectly.	Load disc with unlabeled side face to the unit.
CD skips while playing.	Disc is dirty or scratched. Wipe disc with cloth or use another disc.

SPECIFICATION

Power Source U M2 / "C' size x 8, DC 12V

AC ADAPTOR 12V DC, 800mA

Unit Dimension 415 (W) x 307 (D) x 95 (H) mm

Tuning Range AM 530 - 1600kHz

FM 88 - 108MHz

Playback System ---- Top Load CD mechanism

Frequency Response 100 - 18,000Hz

Power Output 1.5 Watts RMS per channel

Speaker System 3 1/2" x 2 Full range

Headphone Impedance 8 – 32 ohms

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED:

Instruction Manual 1 set

Microphone

AC adaptor 1 piece

Design and specification subject to change are without notice.

Printed in China

172-4010801N0-MQ

MARQUANT

KARAOKE RADIO MET CD

MODEL: MKB-01

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