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INSTRUCTION BOOK

User Guide

Summary of Contents for astell & kern AK100

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide ...

Page 2: ...iver Plus 4 02 02 04 05 09 Getting Started _01 Basic Operation Listening to Music Bluetooth Setup Settings 13 13 15 17 Basics _02 Safety Precautions Troubleshooting Copyright Certification Registered Trademarks Addendum 19 20 21 22 22 22 Troubleshooting and Other Resources _03 CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ...K100 needs servicing Manual Please read the manual saved as a PDF file in the AK100 before use Components may be changed without notice to improve the performance or quality of the product What s in the Box Product appearance printed and engraved information may vary depending on the model AK100 at a Glance Earphone OPTICAL OUT Port Power Micro SD Card slot OPTICAL IN Port Micro USB Port Getting S...

Page 4: ...ble to play music stored in an external device with a SPDIF OUT Optical Audio port on the device Micro SD Card Slot Insert a Micro SD card into the device to access its stored files Micro USB Ports Connect the product to the computer and or to charge the AK100 Previous Rewind Short Press Replay previous track Long Press Rewind Play Pause Short Press Play Pause Long Press Display the playback scree...

Page 5: ... When using the reset function the current time and memory data will not be deleted Do not use the reset function while the product is in use Doing so may seriously damage the memory Power on off the screen 1 During stand by mode press and hold the power on off key to power off 2 Briefly pressing the power on off key once to power on the screen Using the reset function 1 Should the product stop un...

Page 6: ...ower supply etc may prevent normal charging Once the computer goes into standby mode the device may not be charged Complete charging time is about 5 hours and 30 minutes Fully discharged with power off Charge the product while it is powered off When charging during normal operation the full charge display may not be shown Using the product during charging may require additional time for a full cha...

Page 7: ...remove the AK100 only after exiting all applications and programs Failure to do so may result in loss of stored data Connect the computer and the AK100 when all functions are stopped Use only the Micro USB cable provided with the AK100 to ensure safe operation Connect the computer and the Micro USB cable only after all functions of the AK100 have been stopped Check that the AK100 is connected to a...

Page 8: ...a files through iriver plus4 If the files were saved in the removable disk through file copy re generate the DB in the Settings menu Settings Advanced Auto Library Scan See page 18 Delete files folders in the AK100 1 Select the file folder to delete right click and select Delete 2 Click Yes in the check file folder deletion window to delete the selected file folder User Guide Copy files folders to...

Page 9: ...Doing so may delete data damage the AK100 or cause damage to the Micro SD card Do not repeatedly insert remove the Micro SD card Recommended SD Cards Brand SanDisk Transcend Insert remove the Micro SD card 1 Gently push to insert the SD card in the SD card slot as shown in the figure while the product is powered off 2 Gently press the Micro SD card again to remove it Getting Started 08 Slot1 Slot2...

Page 10: ... the Micro SD card may cause damage to the AK100 or to the Micro SD card Use of an unauthorized Micro SD card may result in malfunction of the AK100 Transfer speed of the Micro SD card may vary depending on the PC status Formatting the Micro SD card deletes all data Please back up the card before formatting it Please format the Micro SD card as FAT Please format any Micro SD card that is not recog...

Page 11: ...pecifications Intel Pentium Ⅱ 233MHz or faster 64MB memory or larger 30MB or more free space Sound card and speaker with 16 bit support Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 0 or newer SVGA or high resolution monitor at least 1024x768 Windows Vista specifications Windows Vista supports only the 32 Bit version Intel Pentium Ⅱ 800MHz or faster 512MB memory or bigger 20MB or more free space Sound car...

Page 12: ...lect the file s check box to send from the computer to the AK100 then click the Send button or drag drop the file to the device icon or AK100 window at the bottom Check the file transfer progress in the File transfer tab 3 When transfer is completed check that the selected music has been added to the AK100 s library User Guide 1 Insert a music CD in the CD drive and run iriver plus 4 2 Select the ...

Page 13: ...tion window If the software needs to be updated when the AK100 is connected to the computer the information window will be displayed automatically Upgrading the firmware 1 Use the Micro USB cable to connect the AK100 to the USB terminal of the Internet connected computer and run iriver plus 4 2 Select Device Update firmware and update the software according to the information window Getting Starte...

Page 14: ...ow 2 Press the in the lower left corner of the screen to display the track list 3 Press the desired song in the list Using a sharp object or applying excessive force when touching the screen may cause serious damage Search music by folder in Folder Continuous play time about 16 hours MUSIC FLAC 16bit 44KHz volume 37 EQ Off LCD Off Supported file formats FLAC WAV WMA MP3 OGG APE FLAC WAV 8 192kHz 8...

Page 15: ...and hold the key during playback to rewind fast forward Alternatively press the AK100 s key to rewind fast forward The status bar can be moved to the desired section during playback To display lyrics press LYRIC during playback press CONTROL to discontinue lyrics Album Art Lyrics Track List Progress Music Time Option Filename Battery Previous Rewind Status Bar Play Pause Artist Name Next Fast Forw...

Page 16: ...c currently playing Repeat Mode Change the repeat mode Repeat Replay the entire list of currently playing music Repeat Replay the currently playing music Release Cancel the repeat play mode Play Mode Change Repeat play mode Play in sequence the music saved in memory Play music saved in memory in random order 1 Using Bluetooth Use Bluetooth supported devices to enjoy music wirelessly Connecting Blu...

Page 17: ...d quality will deteriorate Beyond 3 meters the devices will disconnect Distance may vary depending on the use environment and Bluetooth device type Crosstalk may occur while Bluetooth is in use When using a mult point supported audio deivce please connect the device to enjoy the music Connection to car audio is not supported Dial and receive calls while Bluetooth is connected Receiving After displ...

Page 18: ...alfunctions or noise may occur depending on the use environment and its charging state When the user is wearing a Bluetooth headset while holding the AK100 or holding the AK100 in one hand and a cell phone in the other When a part of the body touches the radio sender and receiver of the AK100 or a Bluetooth headset When the received power is changed by obstacles like walls corners and partitions W...

Page 19: ...d unlock the product Reset All Settings Reset to default settings Bluetooth Use a Bluetooth supported devices to enjoy music wirelessly For details on setup see Connecting Bluetooth on page 15 Display Adjust the screen brightness Power Auto Power Off If the AK100 stays idle for a certain amount of time power will be automatically turned off Backlight Off If the device stays idle for a specified pe...

Page 20: ...y or moist environments Do not attempt to disassemble repair or alter the AK100 Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or temperatures exceeding 5 40 Do not keep the AK100 next to magnets TVs monitors or speakers Do not expose the AK100 to chemical or detergents Doing so may damage the surface of the AK100 Do not drop the AK100 or expose it to strong impacts or vibrations Do not press two or more keys ...

Page 21: ...object or get caught between other objects Do not fall asleep while using the earphone Trouble shooting Please try the following if you are having problems with your AK100 The device does not power on Check the battery power level Use the Micro USB cable for charging and recheck The AK100 is not charging even when the AK100 is connected to the computer with the Micro USB cable Check that the Micro...

Page 22: ...ck of the computer Differences may occur in the output voltage of USB ports The file is not played back or the AK100 is unstable when a certain file is used The following may occur depending on the file quality and damage Playback may not be smooth or become difficult The AK100 may not function normally It may look different than on the PC There may be differences in playback speed or other perfor...

Page 23: ...KCC FCC CE TELEC Class B device broadcasting and communication equipment for homes This device is EMC equipment for homes class B It can be used in all regions Registered trademarks Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows Media Player are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp Addendum The manufacturer importer importer agent distributor and retailer will not be responsible fo...

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