How to connect karaoke system to phone, TV, bluetooth extremely simple

In the context of increasing demand for home entertainment, connecting karaoke systems to electronic devices has become a popular and indispensable trend in many Vietnamese families.

According to the latest report by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), the home karaoke equipment market in Southeast Asia has reached a value of US$2,5 billion in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) expected to reach 7,8% during 2024-2028.

In Vietnam, a survey conducted by Nielsen in the fourth quarter of 2023 showed that 82% of households in major cities own at least one karaoke system at home, an increase of 15% compared to 2020. Notably, of these, 65% of users prioritize smart connectivity solutions, allowing the integration of karaoke systems with other electronic devices such as smart TVs, smartphones, and even smart home systems.

This article will provide a comprehensive look at modern karaoke system connection methods, from traditional methods such as HDMI and AV to advanced solutions such as wireless connections and mobile apps.

We will also analyze emerging trends in the online karaoke sector, which is attracting particular interest from young people with more than 45% of users aged 18-34 participating in online karaoke platforms at least once a week.

With the continuous development of technology, mastering these connection methods not only helps optimize the home entertainment experience but also opens up many creative possibilities in organizing meetings and parties. Let's explore in detail how to turn your home into a multi-functional and modern entertainment space through intelligent connection of karaoke systems.

1. Instructions for connecting karaoke system to TV

With the development of technology, TVs can be used to watch TV and can also be used to connect a karaoke system and create a karaoke room at home, to serve friends' gatherings. Connecting TVs to karaoke systems at home not only allows you to save costs, enjoy the game in a familiar space, but TVs with advanced speaker systems also help the singing sound more vivid and powerful.

Karaoke players and TVs will have many ports and many ways to connect to each other, typically HDMI and USB ports, etc. You just need to determine the appropriate ports of the two devices. Here are some ways to make the connection properly:

Method 1: Connect via AV jack

AV jacks will have 3 types with 3 different colors: yellow, white and red for image transmission and audio transmission functions respectively. AV jacks are often chosen by many people because they can be easily found in stores and are durable. Especially for old devices.

Method 2: Connect via HDMI input

HDMI ports are usually available on smart TVs and new karaoke players. You just need to identify the HDMI ports on the two devices and use a connecting cable to connect the two devices. Connecting via HDMI port will produce images and sounds with good resolution.

Method 3: Connect via S-video port

To use the S-video port, users must know how to output images from the karaoke player to the TV screen. The connection method using the S-video input is similar to the AV connection, but the yellow wire that transmits the image will be replaced by a wire, in which one end will have 4 small holes compatible with the S-video input port.

Method 4: Connect via component ports

You will need to pay attention when connecting with component inputs because there are many inputs. Use the green, blue and red wires to connect. On TVs, the component port is usually located near the AV ports. Connecting via the component port produces good resolution images and sound.

2. How to connect karaoke system to phone

If the karaoke player is a new generation, in addition to the TV, you can also connect the karaoke system to your personal phone. It may sound complicated, but it is actually very easy to do because you do not need to use a cable to connect the two devices. All you need is a phone and the Smart Karaoke Player Pro software.

Here's how you can perform this simple connection process:

• Step 1: Download the Smart Karaoke Player Pro app from app stores to your phone
• Step 2: Install the same application on your family karaoke player, you can easily find this application in CH Play store
• Step 3: Access the app on both devices
• Step 4: Make a common wifi connection for both devices

After connecting karaoke using the application, your phone will display the songs available in the karaoke player. You can use your phone as a convenient remote and perform operations such as searching, selecting and editing songs.

3. How to connect karaoke system with bluetooth

New karaoke players also have the ability to connect to a karaoke system via Bluetooth, which is a way to make it easier to transfer data from a phone or tablet to a TV or karaoke player. In addition, the Bluetooth connection feature also allows your family's karaoke player to connect to other high-tech electronic devices such as a mouse, computer keyboard or bluetooth speaker, etc.

Here's how to connect devices using bluetooth:

• Step 1: Turn on bluetooth mode for the devices. Karaoke players will have a separate activation button, and for smartphones, you can find it in settings → connection → bluetooth.
• Step 2: After turning it on, the names of the devices that can be connected will appear on the screen. You just need to identify the names of the devices that need to be connected and select them.

The above article has shown how to connect karaoke to devices such as TV, phone... in your family. PTG Audio hopes that after reading the above article, you will easily connect the karaoke system to other devices in your family.

Top Q&A

1. How to fix the audio delay problem when connecting karaoke to TV via Bluetooth?

To minimize audio latency when using a Bluetooth connection, you can take the following measures:

• Update software for both TV and karaoke device
• Use low latency audio codecs like aptX Low Latency
• Reduce the distance between the TV and the karaoke equipment
• Turn off other Bluetooth devices in the vicinity to reduce interference.

According to a study by AudioScience Review, using the aptX Low Latency codec can reduce latency to around 32ms, compared to 170-270ms with regular Bluetooth.

2. Can multiple wireless microphones be connected to one karaoke player at the same time?

Most modern karaoke players support simultaneous connection of multiple wireless microphones. Depending on the model, the number of microphones that can be connected at the same time usually ranges from 2 to 8.

For example, the Arirang 3600 Deluxe karaoke player supports up to 4 wireless microphones, while the Acnos KM6 can connect up to 8 microphones at the same time.

3. How to improve microphone quality when singing karaoke at home?

To improve the quality of the microphone when singing karaoke at home, you can:

• Invest in a dedicated microphone with anti-feedback capabilities, or invest in anti-howling device.
• Use an audio processor to adjust EQ and reduce noise
• Choose a suitable microphone location, avoiding noise sources.
• Store your microphone properly to maintain best performance.

According to a study by Audio-Technica, using a dedicated microphone can improve sound quality by up to 60% compared to a regular microphone. Refer to some common microphone errors and how to fix it.

4. Can the karaoke player be used as a multimedia player?

Many modern karaoke players can double as multimedia players. Common features include:

• Play music from USB or external hard drive
• Streaming music from services like Spotify or YouTube
• Play videos and images
• Web browsing (for models with Android operating system)

For example, the Vitek VK350 karaoke player not only supports karaoke, but can also play music from a variety of sources and even has web browsing features.

5. How to protect karaoke equipment from voltage failure?

To protect karaoke equipment from voltage surges, you should:

• The installation process of power management or uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
• Avoid overloading electrical outlets
• Disconnect the device when not in use
• Install lightning protection system for the house

According to statistics from the Electrical Safety Foundation International, using a power management system can reduce the risk of equipment failure due to voltage fluctuations by up to 95%.