Important Safety & Maintenance Instructions for your Karaoke Machine

Sound Choice karaoke machine and DVD player

This information is for karaoke machine and DVD player model numbers PCK-3000/II US, PCK-3000/II EU, PCK-3000/II UK, and PCK-3000/II AU.

Please read and observe all warnings and instructions given here and in the owner’s manual and those marked on the Choice karaoke machine and DVD player. Retain this manual for future reference. This karaoke machine and DVD player has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this player will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, usage and servicing.

The karaoke machine and DVD player is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

Do not remove the cabinet cover or you may be exposed to dangerous voltage. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this karaoke machine and DVD player to rain or moisture.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Print these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use the karaoke machine and DVD player near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers 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 karaoke machine and DVD player.

11. Only use attachments/accessories for your karaoke machine and DVD player 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 the karaoke machine and DVD player during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing of you karaoke machine and DVD player to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the karaoke machine and DVD player has been damaged in any way, such as a power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the karaoke machine, or it has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Do not remove the cabinet cover. Direct exposure to the laser may cause damage to eyesight

16. Never attempt to insert objects of any kind into the openings of the karaoke machine and DVD player, or you may be exposed to dangerous voltage. Do not store player near liquids of any kind in order to prevent a fire or electrical shock.

17, Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is opening and closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury

18. Do not use cracked, deformed or repaired discs in your karaoke machine and DVD player. These discs are easily broken and may cause personal injury and damage to the
player.

19. Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Do not attach paper or tape to discs.

20. When cleaning the discs, wipe the disc from the center outward with a soft cloth. Do not wipe in a circular motion. Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and finish with a dry cloth. Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzene, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray. It may damage the disc.

21. Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier. Do not store discs in a place subject to sunlight or near heat sources.

22. If the player doesn’t operate normally by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the player to its normal condition. Unplug this player from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If the player has been exposed to liquids, or other objects have fallen into the player.
c. If the player has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the player has been dropped or damaged in any way.
e. When the player is smoking or has an unpleasant smell.

23. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitutions may result in a voided warranty, fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this player, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the player is in proper operating condition.

25. When shipping the karaoke machine and DVD player the original shipping carton and packing materials should always be used. For maximum protection, repackage the unit as it was originally packed at the factory

26. Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the player for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish and may damage the player.

27. The top and rear panels of the player may become warm after a long period of use. This is not a malfunction.

28. When the karaoke machine and DVD player is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and turn off the power.

29. If you do not use the karaoke machine and DVD player for a long period of time, the unit may not function properly in the future. Occasionally turn on and use the DVD player.

30. When you place karaoke machine and DVD player near a TV, radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may become distorted if the other units are not properly shielded. In this case, place the player away from the TV, radio, or VCR.

31. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning. For stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in a weak detergent solution, wring well and wipe. Use a dry cloth to wipe dry. Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner and benzene, as they may damage the surface and electronics of the player.

32. Cleaning and adjustment of the lens or other components should only be done by a qualified technician.

33. The karaoke machine and DVD player is a high technology, precision driven device. If the optical lens and drive parts are dirty or worn down, the picture quality may become poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use.

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