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MP3 Functions and Operations

Notes on MP3 discs………………….…..................................................................................
Playing Back an MP3 Disc…………..….................................................................................
Programming an MP3 playlist…………..................................................................................
Repeat Playback of MP3’s……………....................................................................................

Karaoke Functions and Operations

Notes on Karaoke Media……………………...........................................................................
Connecting Microphones……………..…................................................................................
Adjusting Mic Volume…………………….…............................................................................
Adjusting Echo Level…………………….….............................................................................
Using Digital Key Control…………………..….........................................................................
 

Viewing Photo-CD’s

Notes on Photo-CD’s………………………..............................................................................
Viewing Photo-CD’s…………………….…..............................................................................
Photo-CD Playback Options……………..…...........................................................................

Setting Up Your Preferences

Basic Operations……………………….…...............................................................................
Disc Audio……………………………….…...............................................................................
Disc Subtitle…………………………..…..................................................................................
Disc Menu……………………………….…...............................................................................
Rating……………………………………….…...........................................................................
Password…………………………………..…...........................................................................
TV Aspect………………………………….…...........................................................................
Menu Language………………………………….......................................................................
TV Output Select……………………………..….......................................................................
PBC On/Off………………………………..…............................................................................
Digital Audio Output………………………….….......................................................................
Language Codes…………………………….…........................................................................

Troubleshooting   

Troubleshooting Chart………………………….....................................................................................

Glossary

Glossary of Terms…………………………..…......................................................................................

Specifications

Specifications………………………………..….....................................................................................

VocoPro Gear

Recommended VocoPro Gear……………. ….....................................................................................   

DVG-380K

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Summary of Contents for DVG-380K

Page 1: ...me depends on the number of recorded tracks and the complexity of the album tree If you play a non MP3 track that has the mp3 file extension the unit will skip to the next valid track automatically Digital recordings with this unit cannot be done while playing back MP3 discs Notes on display indications during playback Up to 8 characters are displayed for the name of an album or track Characters o...

Page 2: ...r files Session A session is one uninterrupted section of written data on a disc A multi session disc is a disc that has more than two sessions MP3 Playback Load an MP3 disc The disc will automatically load and display the MP3 window It may take up to 20 seconds for an MP3 disc to be read depending on the complexity of the file structure Enabling Smart Navigation Smart Navigation enables the user ...

Page 3: ...ress the down buttons to navigate back to the MP3 file you would like to play 4 Press ENTER to begin playback Skipping tracks is not available in Rep One Mode SMART NAV I SINGLE ROOT MP3 SONG TITLE 1 MP3 SONG TITLE 2 MP3 SONG TITLE 3 MP3 SONG TITLE 4 MP3 SONG TITLE 5 PLAY MODE SMART NAV I REP ONE ROOT MP3 SONG TITLE 1 MP3 SONG TITLE 2 MP3 SONG TITLE 3 MP3 SONG TITLE 4 MP3 SONG TITLE 5 PLAY MODE SM...

Page 4: ... file in the folder you would like to start playback with 4 Press ENTER to begin playback Disc Scan Mode Plays the first 10 seconds of all files on the disc To activate Disc Scan Mode 1 From the main MP3 window press the till the PLAY MODE window is selected 2 Press the and down buttons to highlight the DISC SCAN mode 3 Press the down buttons to navigate back to the MP3 file you would like to star...

Page 5: ...layback with 4 Press ENTER to begin playback Random Mode Plays all files on a disc in a random order To activate Random Mode 1 From the main MP3 window press the till the PLAY MODE window is selected 2 Press the and down buttons to highlight the RANDOM mode 3 Press the down buttons to navigate back to the MP3 file you would like to start playback with 4 Press ENTER to begin playback Playback will ...

Page 6: ...window press the till the PLAY MODE window is selected 2 Press the and down buttons to highlight the PROGRAM mode 3 Use the buttons to navigate back to the MP3 folders and files 4 Use the buttons to find the files to program When you want to program a file press ENTER 5 Repeat process till program is complete 6 Press the STOP button to end file program selection mode 7 Press ENTER to begin playbac...

Page 7: ...from standard non multiplex CD tracks To do this the unit compares the audio on the left and right channels and cancels out any signals that appear on both Most currently recorded CD s contain the vocal layer on both sides however some may not leading to varying results CD G A CD G is a specially formatted disc that has an additional line of sub code on the CD that is responsible for the lyrics th...

Page 8: ... of Phase When speakers are mounted in reverse polarity i e one speaker is wired and from the amp and the other is wired and Bass response will be very thin due to cancellation Line Level CD players VCRs Laserdisc Players etc are connected in a system at line level usually with shielded RCA type interconnects Line level is before power amplification In a system with separate pre amp and power amp ...

Page 9: ...xtension A file extension is used mainly to identify types of files The file extension for MP3 files is mp3 ISO 9660 ISO stands for the International Organization for Standardization ISO 9660 determines the file structure for CD ROMs This unit can play MP3 files recorded in the format compliant with ISO 9660 Nesting of folders albums To organize all your data files stored in a PC you can store rel...

Page 10: ...le sided double layer 8 cm double sided single layer 8 cm double sided double layer Video System NTSC 525 60 625 50 PAL 625 50 525 60 Video Output Level 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms Unbalanced S Video Output Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms Unbalanced C 0 286 Vp p 75 ohms NTSC 0 3 Vp p 75 ohms PAL 1 Mini Din 4 pin YUV Video Output Y 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms Unbalanced Cr 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Unbalanced Cb 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Unbalanced 3...

Page 11: ...Hz 4Hz 44kHz Fs 96kHz S N Ratio 105dB Fs 48kHz 24 bit PCM Dynamic Range 105dB Fs 48kHz 24 bit PCM Maximum Audio Distortion 0 0025 Fs 48kHz 24 bit PCM Audio Characteristics Frequency Response 4Hz 20kHz S N Ratio 105dB EIAJ Dynamic Range 100dB EIAJ Max Distortion 0 0003 EIAJ Power Supply 100 240V 50 60Hz Power Consumption 28 W Operation Temperature 5 35 Degrees Celsius Operating Humidity Range 5 90 ...

Page 12: ...ed onscreen In addition many CDG s are specially multiplex formatted with background music on the left channel and vocals on the right channel so vocal cancellation can be done by simply adjusting the balance control VCD While the VCD format is not as popular in North America as it is in other countries it remains an excellent format to be used for Karaoke Because video is not limited to 16 colors...

Page 13: ... recommended to check the microphone specifications if you are not sure prior to using a new microphone To connect microphone to microphone input 1 Carefully insert a 1 4 microphone plug into one of the microphone channels 2 Ensure the cable is completely inserted in both the 1 4 jack and the microphone itself if detachable NOT COMPLETE ...

Page 14: ...ayback a Photo CD with SmartNav disabled When playing a CD with the SmartNav enabled you have several playback modes available The first playback mode available will be Single Mode Single Mode displays one photo at a time When viewing in single mode you can only view images one folder at a time REP 1 REP 1 mode will repeat the same image indefinitely until STOP is pressed Image navigation is not a...

Page 15: ...gs and adjustments Speaker delay refers to the amount of time it takes for sound to leave the speaker and be heard by viewers A test tone will generate sounds from each speaker to test speaker settings Available downmix settings include Cntr Center Speaker Rear Rear Speakers Subwfr Subwoofer Cntr Delay Center Speaker Delay Rear Delay Rear Speakers Delay Test Tone Generates tones for system diagnos...

Page 16: ...W for audio playback with a digital optical coaxial connections Select SPDIF PCM for audio playback with a digital optical coaxial connections LPCM Output Select LPCM 48k for digital audio devices with a maximum sampling rate of 48k Select LPCM 96k for audio playback with devices that support 96k sampling rate LPCM 96k is optimized for progressive scan playback AUDIO SETUP AUDIO OUT LPCM OUT SPDIF...

Page 17: ...for high resolution video suitable for progressive scan playback Select N Flicker for video playback where video flicker is incurred due to neighboring devices OSD Lang Select English for English menus Select Chinese for Chinese menus SETUP MENU MAIN PAGE GENERAL PAGE GENERAL SET UP SPEAKER SETUP AUDIO SETUP KARAOKE SETUP PREFRENCE SETUP EXIT SETUP TV DISPLAY PIC MODE NORMAL LB WIDE OSD LANG SCR S...

Page 18: ...d password new password and confirm password entry boxes Enter the password information as stated In case you lose or forget your password the default factory password is 8888 Defaults Select Reset to reset the DVG 380k back to original factory settings PREFERENCES TV TYPE VIDEO OUTPUT PARENTAL PASSWORD DEFAULT SMART NAV MAIN MENU 1 G 2 3 PG 4 PG 13 5 6 PG R 8 ADULT 7 NC 17 PREFERENCES TV TYPE VID...

Page 19: ...Setup Options SmartNav Select No Menu to disable SmartNav Select With Menu to enable SmartNav PREFERENCES TV TYPE VIDEO OUTPUT PARENTAL PASSWORD DEFAULT SMART NAV MAIN MENU NO MENU WITH MENU ...

Page 20: ... with European based displays Video Output Select S Video for video output to displays with S Video connections Select YUV YPBPR for video output to displays with component video connections This connection is optimized for progressive scan playback KARAOKE SET UP KARAOKE MODE KARAOKE MAIN PAGE OFF PREFERENCES TV TYPE VIDEO OUTPUT PARENTAL PASSWORD DEFAULT SMART NAV MAIN MENU MULTI NTSC PAL PREFER...

Page 21: ...Sampling Quantization 10 Bit Video DAC AC 3 Decoder DTS Decoder 5 1 Channel Audio Output Stereo RCA Audio Output Y Pb Cr Component Video Output S Video Output Digital Output Coaxial and Optical Parental Lock Feature Multi Angle Viewing Support On Screen Display Two Microphone Inputs w Volume Control 15 Step Digital Key Controller Professional Digital Echo Karaoke Mode NTSC PAL Video Standards ...

Page 22: ...an RCA Connection Connecting to a TV with an RF Modulator Connecting to a TV with a VCR Connecting to a TV with S Video Connecting to a TV with Component Video Connecting to an HDTV or Monitor Device Basic Operations Playback Pausing Playback Frame Advance Stopping Playback Fast Forward Reverse Slow Fast Playback Advanced Operations Scene Track Selection Track Searching Searching by Time Zooming C...

Page 23: ... Using Digital Key Control Viewing Photo CD s Notes on Photo CD s Viewing Photo CD s Photo CD Playback Options Setting Up Your Preferences Basic Operations Disc Audio Disc Subtitle Disc Menu Rating Password TV Aspect Menu Language TV Output Select PBC On Off Digital Audio Output Language Codes Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Glossary Glossary of Terms Specifications Specifications VocoPro Ge...

Page 24: ...r other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat 10 Power Sources The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance 11 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated 12 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be...

Page 25: ...he unit first turn the unit off Then gently disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to other equipment Never pull the cord itself 7 Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents this might damage the finish Use a clean dry cloth 8 Be sure to read the Troubleshooting section on common operating errors before concluding that your unit is faulty 9 This unit consumes a fair amount...

Page 26: ...728 Curtiss Court La Verne CA 91750 Toll Free 800 678 5348 TEL 909 593 8893 FAX 909 593 8890 VocoPro Company Email Directory Customer Service General Information info vocopro com Tech Support techsupport vocopro com Remember Our Web site Be sure to visit the VocoPro web site www vocopro com for the latest information on new products packages and promo s And while you re there don t forget to check...

Page 27: ... dial and leave it there Pay attention to the different levels in various recordings Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future After all we want you listening for a lifetime Used wisely your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late this manufacturer...

Page 28: ...le firmly into the designated jack If you place components above the DVG 380K route all cables down the side of the back of the DVG 380K instead of straight down the middle of the back of the DVG 380K Important Stand and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your DVG 380K carefully If the DVG 380K is placed on a stand or base ensure that it is of adequate size and strength to prevent it ...

Page 29: ...right protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engi...

Page 30: ...o define the sections of a motion picture or musical album A title is composed of several chapters Each chapter is assigned a chapter number enabling you to locate the chapter you want Depending on the disc there may be no chapters recorded Track VCD and audio CD only The term track is used to define the sections of a motion picture of musical album on a VCD or audio disc Each track is assigned a ...

Page 31: ...andy and should be retained For maximum protection re pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory prior to shipping When installing the DVG 380K The picture and sound of a nearby TV VCR or radio may become distorted during DVD playback In this case position the DVG 380K away from the TV VCR or radio or turn off the other equipment This is normal for electronic devices that generate RF...

Page 32: ...irty use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol benzene or thinner as these might damage the surface Cleaning the optical mechanism The DVG 380K is a high tech precision device If the optical pick up lens is dirty or worn down the picture quality will be degraded Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1000 ho...

Page 33: ...py protection signals will cause the audio and video to distort beyond acceptable viewing quality The DVG 380K incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation ...

Page 34: ...start playing If it does not auto start press PLAY When the menu screen is displayed The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a DVD which contains a menu Use the buttons to select the title chapter you want to view then press ENTER to start playback To stop playback Press the STOP button If the unit is left on for 20 minutes without any operations it will automatically enter STANDBY mo...

Page 35: ... Each time you press the STEP button the program advances one frame There is no audio during STEP playback To return to normal playback Press PLAY Slow Fast Playback Press SLOW during playback Each time SLOW is pressed the play speed changes There is no audio during SLOW playback Available SLOW playback speeds differ from DVD to VCD To return to normal playback Press PLAY SF 1X SF 2X SF 3X STEP BW...

Page 36: ...TIME search window will appear on screen with a input box for chapters titles and time When at the search window using the number buttons on the remote control input the time that you want playback to start from To search by chapter track When at the search window using the number buttons on the remote control input the numbers for the chapter track you want to view Zooming Press the ZOOM button T...

Page 37: ...ird time You cannot search and skip tracks while using the A B feature Programmed Playback Press PROGRAM in stop mode You can select up to 99 tracks to program The program is maintained until the STOP button is pressed twice the disc is removed or the unit is turned off To program tracks Use the or number buttons to select a track Once selected press PROGRAM to enter it into the program Repeat thi...

Page 38: ...k and enter AUTO STOP MODE Press twice to STOP playback NOTE When in AUTO STOP MODE playback pauses and the Vocopro splash screen appears Pressing PLAY will resume playback and exit AUTO STOP MODE 9 L R AUDIO button This button will cycle between five AUDIO PLAYBACK MODES STEREO LEFT VOCAL RIGHT VOCAL MONO LEFT and MONO RIGHT In STEREO mode audio playback is standard L R audio The right channel is...

Page 39: ...ty and clean if need be Is the DVD player connected directly to the television selector switch or a television with a built in video deck The picture may be bad when used with some television sets or projectors due to the DVD copy protection scheme The picture quality may also suffer if the DVD player is connected through a selector switch with other video equipment Try turning off the power to th...

Page 40: ...information on the disc itself The audio or subtitles are not reproduced in the specified default language The audio track or subtitles cannot be changed There are no subtitles No DVD menu The DVD menu does not display in the language you want The view angle cannot be changed Everything on the disc is played back regardless of the rating level you have set ...

Page 41: ...h cleaner signal by keeping separate the color and picture parts of a composite video signal 7 DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL jack This digital out is for connecting devices with an OPTICAL cable Please make sure to remove the protective cover from this jack prior to connecting an OPTICAL cable When not using this input keep the protective cover on to protect it from dust and foreign material 8 HD 15 VGA VID...

Page 42: ...analog connection to your amplifier receiver Both audio connections can be present simultaneously using the Setup Menu to select between the two Before making connections Ensure that all units to be interconnected are not plugged into an AC outlet Insert interconnecting plugs completely into the receiving jacks Loose connections may produce a humming sound or other noise interference When using an...

Page 43: ...E FL FR SW SL SR CENTER Y Cb Pb Cr Pr L R COAXIAL VIDEO OPTICAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO DTS and DTS Digital out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished works Copyright 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KL...

Page 44: ...hts reserved CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT WWW VOCOPRO COM DVD PLAYER MODEL NO DVG 380K POWER SUPPLY 100 240V50 60Hz POWER CONSUMPTIONS 28W La Verne California U S A SERIAL NO 100 240V 50 60Hz VGA OUTPUT 1 WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 5 1CH AUDIO OUT COMPONENT PROGRESSIVE FL FR SW SL SR CENTER Y Cb Pb Cr Pr L R COAXIAL VIDEO...

Page 45: ... Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished works Copyright 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT WWW VOCOPRO COM DVD PLAYER MODEL NO DVG 380K POWER SUPPLY 100 240V50 60Hz POWER CONSUMPTIONS ...

Page 46: ... SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 5 1CH AUDIO OUT COMPONENT PROGRESSIVE FL FR SW SL SR CENTER Y Cb Pb Cr Pr L R COAXIAL VIDEO OPTICAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO DTS and DTS Digital out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished works Copyright 1992 1997 Dolby La...

Page 47: ...tons Press the buttons to NAVIGATE through screen options and selections 11 TITLE RETURN button Press to access the TITLE MENU of a DVD VCD or media disc Press again to return back to disc playback If the TITLE MENU button is pressed during disc playback playback is paused Upon exiting the TITLE MENU playback is resumed 12 STEP button Press this button to enter STEP mode playback In STEP mode play...

Page 48: ... commonly used to manipulate the vocal layers on multiplexed karaoke software 20 MUTE button Press to SILENCE audio playback Video playback is not affected while using the mute feature 21 ZOOM button Press to ENLARGE the picture during a DVD playback 22 SLOW button Press to execute a SLOW motion playback of a DVD or Video CD 23 PROGRAM button Press to access the PROGRAM selection window 24 DIGEST ...

Page 49: ...ode ON OFF When in PBC mode you can direct access tracks scenes by using the NUMBER PAD Not all discs have PBC support coding Check to make sure a disc has PBC support before trying to use the feature Note Pressing the PBC button during the playback of a track scene will cause the playback to stop and restart 28 LANGUAGE button Press to cycle through the available audio LANGUAGES available on a di...

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