Aiwa NSX-DS8 - Manual (Page 25)

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VOCAL FADER/MULTIPLEX FUNCTIONS
This unit can use discs or tapes as Karaoke sources.
Use the vocal fader function for ordinary discs or tapes.
Use the multiplex function for multi audio discs or tapes.
Press KARAOKE repeatedly to select the vocal fader or
multiplex function.
Each time KARAOKE is pressed, one of these functions is
selected cyclically.
1 Vocal Fader
The singer’s voice becomes softer than the accompaniment.
2 Auto Vocal Fader
The singer’s voice becomes softer only while there is audio
input through a microphone.
3 Multiplex
Only the sound on the left channel is heard from both
speakers, and the sound on the right channel is muted.
4 Auto Multiplex
The sound on the left channel is heard from both speakers,
and the sound on the right channel is muted only while there
is audio input through a microphone.
5 Cancel
To change the time lag setting in Auto Vocal Fader or
Auto Multiplex function
The muted singer’s voice can be restored faster.
When Auto Vocal Fader or Auto Multiplex is selected, “A-VF” or
“A-MPX” is displayed for 3 seconds and changes to the selected
function name. After the selected function name is displayed,
keep pressing KARAOKE until “FAST” is displayed.
To return to the initial setting, select SLOW.
When the power is turned off, SLOW is restored.
To change the audible channel in Multiplex function
When Multiplex is selected, “MPX -L” is displayed for 3 seconds
and changes to the selected function name. After the selected
function name is displayed, keep pressing KARAOKE until “MPX-
R” is displayed.
To return to the initial setting, select MPX-L.
When the power is turned off, MPX-L is restored.
MICROPHONE MIXING
MMIXING
Two microphones (not supplied) can be connected to this unit,
allowing you to sing along to music sources.
Use microphones with standard plugs (ø6.3 mm,
1 /
4
inch).
1 Connect your microphones to MIC 1 and MIC 2
jacks.
2 Press one of the function buttons to select the
source to be mixed, and play the source.
3 Adjust the volume and tone of the source.
4 Press MIC and turn VOLUME within 4 seconds to
adjust the microphone volume.
The microphone volume can be selected from 1 to MAX (7)
or OFF (cancel).
The volume of both microphones is adjusted simultaneously.
5 Press ECHO and turn VOLUME within 4 seconds
to adjust the echo level.
The echo level can be selected from 1 to MAX (7) or OFF
(cancel).
To change the delay time of echo
Hold down ECHO while the echo is on.
“L” (Long) and “M” (Middle) are displayed alternately. At the
desired position, release the button.
To record microphone sound mixed with source sound
Follow the procedure for recording from the sound source (see
page 17).
SYNC DUB cannot be used for mixing recording.
When not using the microphones
Set the microphone volume and echo level to OFF and remove
the microphones from MIC jacks.
NOTE
• MIC and ECHO are reset to OFF automatically when the
function is changed, the power is turned off, or the AC cord is
disconnected.
• When the ECHO level is changed, the DSP SURROUND
system is automatically canceled.
• ECHO is not available for DOLBY Surround sound.
• If sound through the microphone is extremely loud, it may be
distorted. In this case, decrease the microphone volume.
• When the function is changed, the microphone volume and the
echo volume are set to off.
Recommended microphones
The use of unidirectional type microphones is recommended to
prevent howling. Contact your local Aiwa dealer for details.
KARAOKE
KARAOKE
DOLBY SURROUND