DREAMUS PPE12 Portable Music Player User Manual

IRIVER LIMITED Portable Music Player

User Manual

PPE12 INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide
Package Contents PPE12 at a Glance Power Management Connections Firmware Upgrade 02 03 04 06 11 Getting Started _01 Basic Operations Home Screen Notification Bar Store AK Connect Listening to Music Playlist Management USB DAC Installation CD Ripping Using Bluetooth Settings Connecting to a Wireless Network Equalizer Setup 12 14 15 18 19 25 31 34 35 37 39 44 45 Using the Device _02 Safety Precautions Troubleshooting Copyright Certifications Specifications Registered Trademarks Disclaimers Technical Support 48 49 51 51 52 53 53 54 Miscellaneous _03 CONTENTS
User Guide PPE12 microSD Card Slot Cover Micro-USB Cable Leather Case & Protective Film: Protect the device and its screen. The warranty for the leather case guarantees the quality of the leather. Micro-USB Cable: Connect the device to a computer or charge the device. Quick Start Guide: Basic overview of device functionality. Warranty Card: The warranty card is required for customer and technical support. Do not misplace the card. User Guide: The User Guide can be downloaded from the Astell& Kern website. [http://www.astellnkern.com/ > Support > Download]. MicroSD Card Slot Cover: The cover is used to protect the microSD card slot when not in use. It is installed on the product by default. Contents may be changed without prior notice to improve the performance or quality of the product. Package Contents Protective Film Quick Start Guide & Warranty Card Getting Started 2
User Guide The appearance of the product as well as the printed and engraved information may vary depending on the model. PPE12 at a Glance microSD Card Slot Home Button Earphones / Optical Port: Output sound to connected earphones. Music can be played back on a S/PDIF-capable external device by using an optical cable. Power: Turn the screen on and off. Long press - Turn the device on and off. Balanced Out: Output sound to earphones or headphones that support balanced audio connections. Connect to an external audio device by using both the earphone port (ground) and balanced audio port (LR) in conjunction. Micro-USB Port: Connect to a computer or recharge the device. Expansion Unit Balanced Out: Output sound to an expansion device that supports balanced audio connections. Previous/Rewind: Play the previous song or restart the song. Long press - Rewind. LCD Touchscreen Volume Previous/ Rewind Play/Pause Next/ Fast-Forward Earphones / Optical Port Power Micro-USB Port Balanced Audio Port Power Balanced Audio Pin Map R- R+ L+ L - Getting Started 3
This device has an automatic shutdown feature to reduce battery consumption. The device will turn off after a defined period if there is no user input. [ - Power Saving - Automatic Shutdown] (See p. 42) This device has an automatic timeout feature to reduce battery consumption. The screen will turn off after a defined period of time if there is no user input. [ - Power Saving - Screen Timeout] (See p. 42) Turn the Screen On/Off 1. While the screen is on, press the [ ] button to turn off the screen. 2. Press the [ ] button again to turn off the screen. Turn On/Off 1. Long-press the [ ] button to turn on the device. 2. While the device is on, long-press the [ ] button to display a shutdown confirmation message. 3. Press [Confirm] to turn off the device. Power Manage- ment User Guide Play/Pause: Play or Pause a song. Long press - Show the playback screen. Next/Fast-Forward: Skip to the next song. Long press: Fast-forward. LCD Touchscreen: Display with touch control. Volume: Control the volume by turning the wheel. microSD Card Slot: Insert a microSD card and access its files. Home Button: Show the home screen. Getting Started 4
Charging 1. Turn on the computer. 2. The device will charge automatically when connected to a computer via the micro-USB cable. User Guide Reset Function 1. In cases of unexpected device failure or freeze, press the [ ] button for 12 seconds to force a shutdown. The device can be restarted after a shutdown. The device can be restarted after a shutdown. Resetting the device will not affect the stored data or time setting. Do not use the reset function while the product is in use. Doing so may corrupt the data on the device. When charging via PC connection, the charging time may vary depending on whether the device is turned on or off. The maximum charge time with a 5V 2A charging adapter is 4 hours (Fully discharged battery, power off). The device will not charge normally when using a fast-charge adapter that supports 5V and 9V together. Doing so may cause damage to the device. If the device is on and/or being used while charging, the charge time may be longer or the battery may not fully charge. Charging with the device turned off is recommended. The device may not charge if the PC or USB connection goes into standby or sleep mode. The device may charge slowly or not charge at all in extreme temperatures. Charging in a room-temperature setting is recommended. The built-in battery will gradually lose capacity over time according to the number of charges/discharges. Be sure to use a high-powered USB 2.0 port. A low-powered USB port (e.g. keyboard or USB hub without a dedicated power supply) will increase the charging time. Do not use any micro-USB cable other than the one supplied with the device. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Getting Started 5
User Guide Connec- tions Earphones/Headphones 1. Connect earphones or headphones to the earphones port. OR Balanced Earphones/Headphones 1. Connect supported earphones or headphones to the balanced port. OR Getting Started 6 Balanced Audio Device 1. Connect to an external audio device by using the Earphones port and Balanced port in conjunction. Earphones Port Balanced Port (LR) (Ground)
Connecting to a Computer 1. Turn on the device and your PC. 2. Connect the device to your PC as a standard USB device by using a micro-USB cable. [ - Connect USB] Media Device (USB Drive): Transfer files from a PC to the device. DAC input: Listen to music located on a PC through the device. (See p. 34) User Guide Optical Out 1. Music can be played back on a S/PDIF-capable external audio device by using an optical cable. DSD format is converted to PCM when using Optical Out. The volume will be fixed at the maximum level. Mac users need to download and install the MTP program from the Astell&Kern website. [http://www.astellnkern.com Support > Download] For an optimal connection, quit any unnecessary programs before connecting the device to the computer. Only use the micro-USB cable supplied with the device. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Getting Started 7
User Guide Copy Files/Folders to the Device 1. To copy files/folders from your computer, select the desired files/folders and drag & drop them into the USB device. Disconnecting from the Computer 1. Verify that all operations are completed before attempting to disconnect the device from the computer. Disconnecting the device from the computer during an operation (e.g. file transfer) may corrupt data on the device. Windows XP users require Service Pack 2 and Windows Media Player 10 to be installed for the computer to recognize the USB device. Download necessary Service Packs and Windows Media Player from the Microsoft website. http://www.microsoft.com Getting Started 8
Make sure that the micro-USB cable is securely connected. Note that removing the micro-USB cable or turning off the device or computer during a file transfer may corrupt data on the device. File transfer speeds may be affected depending on the computer and/or OS environment. User Guide Insert/Remove a microSD Card 1. Refer to the diagram and gently insert a microSD card into the microSD card slot. Getting Started 9 Delete Files/Folders on the Device 1. Right-click the desired file/folder, and then select [Delete]. 2. Select [Yes] in the [Confirm File/Folder Deletion] window to delete the selected file/folder.
User Guide Maximum supported microSD card capacity: 128GB Notes on inserting 128GB microSD card. Do not force the microSD card into the slot. Doing so may cause damage to the device and/or microSD card. Do not repeatedly insert/remove the microSD card. If the microSD card is improperly inserted, it may become immovable or cause damage to the device. Notes on removing a microSD card Be sure to safely unmount and remove the microSD card from the device. Not following the proper procedure may corrupt data and cause serious damage to the system. Do not remove the microSD card while it is in use. Doing so may cause data corruption/deletion, malfunction, and damage to the microSD card. Miscellaneous If the device is unable to recognize the microSD card and/or malfunctions, format the memory card before use. We recommend using the FAT32 format. Using microSD cards other than the recommended brands may cause device malfunction. A microSD card is not included with this device. Please purchase separately. Recommended microSD Cards Brand : SanDisk, Transcend 2. To safely remove a microSD card, select [Safely remove SD card] from the Notification Bar or select [Unmount SD card] from [ - System Information]. 3. Gently press the microSD card to release it from the slot. Getting Started 10
Refer to page 44 of the manual for more information on connecting to a wireless network. The firmware upgrade may not initialize if the battery level is too low. (A minimum battery level of 50% is required.) Moving to another screen during a file download will cancel the download. Do not disconnect from the wireless network while downloading a firmware upgrade. Doing so may cause data corruption and/or damage to the system. If an error occurs or the notice in the Notification Bar disappears during an upgrade, download the firmware update again through [ - Update - System Update]. User Guide Wi-Fi Update / OTA (Over-the-Air) 1. Connect to a wireless network. 2. When a new firmware version is available, the screen will display a Firmware Update Guide window. 3. Select [Update] and choose the items for update. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions and proceed with the firmware upgrade. Firmware Upgrade Getting Started 11
To prevent damage, do not use a sharp object or use excessive force when touching the screen. The [Home] button on the AK380 is pressure-sensitive and can be operated with light pressure. Basic LCD Touchscreen Operations 1. This device features an LCD touchscreen that allows you to perform operations by touch. Interact with the device by touching the screen to access various features. User Guide Home Screen Using the Device 12 Return to the Home Screen 1. Press the [Home] button at any time to return to the Home Screen.
User Guide Navigating Up/Down in a List 1. Scroll through the list by dragging the list screen [up] and [down]. Using the Device 13
User Guide Currently playing song information. Launches AK Connect. View the list of songs by different search options. 1 Current Song 2 AK CONNECT 3 Search Options 1 2 3 Home Screen The search options can be long-pressed and dragged to change their locations. Using the Device 14
User Guide 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 3 4 5 6 7 Notification 1 Bar 2 Using the Device 15
User Guide Press [ ] to turn Wi-Fi on or off. Press [ ] to turn Bluetooth on or off. Press [ ] to turn the EQ on or off. The most recent EQ settings are applied by default. Press [ ] to turn Gapless Playback on or off. Turn Line Out on or off. Turn Wi-Fi speakers on or off. (Must be on the same network.) (The icon will become enabled when AK Connect is turned on.) Notification contents are displayed in this area. Enter keywords to display a list of items containing the search terms. Displays a list of settings. Notification Bar Expand or collapse the notification bar by dragging the bar down or up, respectively. Wi-Fi Bluetooth EQ Gapless Playback Line Out Wi-Fi Speakers Notifications Display File Search Settings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Using the Device 16
Long-press [ / / ] to move to the corresponding screen. User Guide Mode Screen Lock Play Mode Repeat Mode Ripper Power Cradle Screen Brightness 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 PC Connection Select the appropriate mode Press [ ] to turn the screen lock on or off. The volume wheel is disabled when the screen is locked. Press [ ] to cycle through different play modes. :Sequential playback. :Shuffle playback. Press [ ] to cycle through different Repeat modes. :Repeat the entire playlist. :Repeat the current song. :Disable repeat. Turn the CD Ripper on or off. (Enabled when connected to the AK CD Ripper.) Output sound through the cradle’s Balanced Out port. (Enabled when connected to the AK Cradle.) Use the adjustment bar to control the display brightness. when connected to a computer. DISK :USB drive mode for transferring media files. :Listen to music located on a PC through the device. Using the Device 17
User Guide Purchasing Music 1. Connect to a wireless network. 2. Select [Store] from the home screen. 3. Select the desired store. 4. Check the user guide or help menu within each store for detailed information. Using the Device 18 connected to a wireless network. Purchasing Conveniently purchase music from the Store when Music from a Store
System Requirements PC Minimum System Requirements OS : Windows XP, Windows 7/8 (32 & 64-bit) Mac Minimum System Requirements OS X 10.7 (Lion) or later User Guide MQS Streaming Server Installation 1. Visit the Astell&Kern website and download the server installer that corresponds to your operating system. [http://www.astellnkern.com > Support > Download]. 2. Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Check the User Guide within the program for detailed information on using the MQS Streaming Server. The PPE12 can access and play back music files stored on a computer on the same network as well as output sound AK CONNECT through Astell&Kern speakers. Connecting to the AK Connect Server 1. Turn on the server and connect to the same network as the PPE12. Run the MQS Streaming Server on your computer. 2. Turn on [AK Connect] from the device settings. 3. Press [AK Connect] from the home screen. Using the Device 19
User Guide 4. A list of servers on the same network as the PPE12 will be displayed. 5. Scroll the screen left and right to select a server. The selected server will be connected and the server home screen will be displayed. 6. Select a search option at the bottom of the server home screen to display a list of music. Refer to page 44 of the manual for more information on connecting to a wireless network. Using the Device 20
User Guide Streaming and Downloading from the Music Server 1. Select a search option from the server Home Screen to display a list of music. 2. Select a song to begin streaming. 3. Press the [ ] button at the upper-right corner of the music list. 4. Select the desired music, and then press the [ ] button at the top of the screen to begin downloading. A message on the Notification Bar will indicate a completed download. Depending on network conditions, song loading may be slow or streaming may stutter. Server response may be slow when the server computer is under load. Depending on network conditions and server status, the PPE12's performance may be affected when streaming and downloading at the same time. Terminating music streaming or pressing the item being downloaded within the Notification Bar will stop the downloading. Using the Device 21
User Guide Selecting Speakers 1. Turn on the speaker(s) to be connected, and then connect it to the same network as the PPE12. 2. Turn on [AK Connect] from the device settings. 3. Press [ ] from the notification bar to display a list of speakers available on the same network as the PPE12. 4. Scroll the screen left and right to select a speaker. The selected speaker will be connected, and music will be played back through the speaker. AK Connect Usage Examples Example 1 LIBRARY SPEAKER AK T1 PPE12 Using the Device 22
User Guide Example 2 Example 3 AK500N LIBRARY REMOTE SPEAKER AK T1 PPE12 REMOTE & LIBRARY PPE12 SPEAKER AK500N Using the Device 23
User Guide Example 4 Example 5 LIBRARY SPEAKER AK T1 PPE12 AK500N REMOTE SPEAKER AK T1 LIBRARY PPE12 REMOTE or AK Connect APP AK500N LIBRARY Using the Device 24
User Guide Listening to Music Selecting Music 1. Select a search option at the bottom of the home screen to display the playlist. 2. Select a song from the list to begin playback. Listening to Music Press [ ] at the top of the music list to display music options. : Add the selected file after the current/last song of the current playlist. : Add the selected file to the playlist. : Copy the selected file. : Move the selected file. : Delete the selected file. Select an album cover from the home screen to begin playback. Turn the [Volume Wheel] to adjust the volume. Press [ ] during playback to pause and [ ] to resume playback. You can also pause/resume playback by pressing the [ ] button on the device. Press [ / ] during playback for the previous/next song. Play the previous/next song by pressing the [ / ] button on the device. Long-press [ / ] during playback to rewind/fast-forward. Rewind/fast-forward by pressing the [ / ] button on the device. Select [Folder] to search music by folder. Continuous Playback: Approximately 10 hours (Basis: FLAC, 16-bit, 44 kHz, unbalanced output, volume 80, EQ off, LCD off) Supported Formats: PCM [8 – 384 kHz (8/16/24/32-bit)], DSD [2.8/5.6 MHz] Using the Device 25
User Guide Drag the progress bar to the desired location during playback. Press the [Home] button on the device to go to the Home Screen. Press the album cover during playback to display an additional screen. : Display the previous screen. : Display the current playlist. Press [ ] next to the playlist to edit the playlist order. Press [ ] at the top of the music list to display music options. : Add the selected file to the playlist. : Delete the selected file. : Add the current song to the playlist. : Display lyrics for the current song. : Display current song information. Using the Device 26
User Guide Playlist Screen 1 2 4 5 6 3 Using the Device 27
User Guide Select a view type for the list of albums. Using the Device 28 Select the checkbox to apply playlist options. 1 Current Location Indicates the current location. Press to return to the previous screen. 2 Play All Play all songs from the current playlist. 3 Playlist Displays the playlist for the current location. 4 List Sorting Select a method for sorting the playlist. 5 List View 6 Music Options
1 12 11 10 5 4 2 3 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 Display album covers. Press the album cover to show additional functions. Previous Screen Return to the previous screen. Album Cover 1 2 User Guide Music Player Screen Using the Device 29
User Guide Displays bitrate and sampling frequency data. Song title information. File name is displayed when ID3Tag is unavailable. Artist name. Play or pause the current song. Indicates song progress. Drag the indicator to move to the desired time. Short press: Previous song. Long press: Rewind the current song. Short press: Next song. Long press: Fast-forward the current song. Song Progress Indicates song duration. Details Title Artist Play/Pause Song Duration Indicates the song’s total duration. Press to switch from elapsed time to remaining time. Progress Bar Previous/ Rewind Next/ Fast-Forward 3 Lyrics Lyrics for the current song. Add to Playlist Add the current song to a playlist. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Playlist Displays the current playlist. 11 Details Displays current song information. 12 13 14 15 Using the Device 30
User Guide Playlist Manage- ment Using the Device 31 Creating a Playlist 1. Press [Playlist - Playlists] from the home screen to display a list of playlists. 2. Press [+] at the upper-right corner of the screen. 3. Enter a name for the playlist, and then press [Add] to create a new playlist. Adding a Song to a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display a list of playlists. 2. Select a playlist and press [+ Add] to display a list of songs. 3. Select the desired song, and then press [+ Add] to add the song to the selected playlist.
User Guide Removing a Song from a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display a list of playlists. 2. Select the desired playlist, and then press [ ] at the top of the screen. 3. Select the desired song, and then press [ ] to remove the song from the selected playlist. Editing the Playlist Order 1. Press [ ] next to the playlist to modify the playlist order. Playing a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display a list of playlists, and then press [ ] at the top of the screen. 2. Select the desired playlist for playback. 3. Press [ ] at the top of the screen to add the selected playlist after the current/last song of the current playlist. Using the Device 32
User Guide Renaming a Playlist Deleting a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display a list of playlists, and then press [ ] at the top of the screen. 2. Select the playlist to be deleted. 3. Press [ ] at the top of the screen to delete the selected playlist. ] 1. Press [Playlists] to display a list of playlists, and then press [ at the top of the screen. 2. Select a playlist to be renamed. 3. Press [ ] at the top of the screen to display a rename window. 4. Enter a name for the playlist, and then press [Rename] to save the playlist under a new name. Using the Device 33
User Guide USB DAC USB DAC Specifications Supported OS Windows XP (32-bit) / Windows 7 (32/64-bit) / Windows 8 (32/64-bit) USB DAC Support Specifications Supported Formats: WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE (Normal, High, Fast), AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz – 96 kHz Bit Rate: 16-bit/24-bit Control the volume with the PPE12's volume wheel. The USB DAC functionality allows the PPE12 to be Installation recognized as a sound card on a computer. Music from the computer is played through the device’s earphones port for an enhanced listening experience. Sound will not play back for files that exceed the supported formats. Volume control is unavailable when the LCD screen is turned off during USB DAC connection. The Previous, Play, and Next buttons are unavailable during USB DAC connection. Playback may stutter when computer performance is slow or the USB connection is experiencing heavy usage. There may be issues with audio-to-video synchronization during video playback depending on the sound quality and operating environment. Optical output (S/PDIF) is unavailable during USB DAC connection. Volume cannot be adjusted via the Windows volume control. The volume wheel on the device or volume control on the appropriate program must be used to adjust the volume. Using the Device 34
User Guide CD Ripping Connect the AK Ripper (sold separately) to rip CDs. Turning the AK Ripper On/Off 1. Set [ - CD Ripping] to On. 2. After connecting the product, pull down the notification bar and press the CD ripping icon to use the AK Ripper. 3. While the AK Ripper is turned on, pull down the notification bar and press the CD ripping icon to stop the AK Ripper operation. Automatic CD Ripping 1. Connect the AK Ripper and insert a CD. 2. The metadata (ID3 tags) for the inserted CD will be retrieved via Gracenote. 3. CD ripping will begin automatically after the metadata has been retrieved. 4. When finished, press [OK] on the results prompt to complete automatic CD ripping. Using the Device 35 Manual CD Ripping 1. When the AK Ripper is connected and a CD is inserted, the [CD Ripping] menu will be activated on the home screen. 2. Press the [CD Ripping] menu and select the desired file format (FLAC or WAV). 3. The Gracenote database will be searched for matching CD metadata after the file format is selected. 4. When the database search is complete, press [Start] to begin CD ripping. 5. Rip only selected songs.
To search the Gracenote database, the PPE12 must be connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi. The database access time may vary depending on the network environment. Please note that metadata for certain CDs may not be available on the Gracenote database. You may not access the Home screen while CD ripping is in progress. The AK Connect service will be disabled during CD ripping. The service will automatically restart when CD ripping is completed. Music playback will be disabled during CD ripping, and tracks that have been ripped will not be available for playback until the entire CD has been ripped. You can set the desired file format and ripping speed from the [ - CD Ripping] menu. Several attempts at correction will be made for data with errors when the feature is enabled under [ - CD Ripping - Error Correction]. Please note that the CD ripping speed will be affected when this feature is enabled. User Guide CD Ripping Results : Indicates that CD ripping is complete, or that although an error occurred, CD ripping was successfully completed via error correction. : Indicates that the song currently being ripped can be canceled via user input. : Indicates that CD ripping failed due to a scratch on the CD or other similar reasons. Also indicates that CD ripping was canceled due to user interruption. Using the Device 36
User Guide Using Bluetooth Connect a Bluetooth device to listen to music wirelessly. Turning Bluetooth On/Off A Bluetooth device must be paired with the PPE12 prior to use. Refer to the Bluetooth device's instruction manual for details. 1. Select [ ] from the home screen, or select [On/Off] from [ - Bluetooth]. Bluetooth Pairing 1. Select the appropriate Bluetooth device from the list of available devices. Terminating a Bluetooth Connection 1. Press the connected Bluetooth device and confirm the message prompt to disconnect the device. A Bluetooth device must be paired with the PPE12 prior to use. Refer to the Bluetooth device's instruction manual for details. Using the Device 37
Bluetooth Support Specifications Profile: A2DP Device performance may be affected during Hi-Fi playback. (48 kHz or lower is recommended.) DSD playback is unavailable via Bluetooth. Do not turn off the device while connected to Bluetooth. Power cycle the Bluetooth device in case of malfunction. Pairing methods may differ for each individual Bluetooth device. Always refer to the respective instruction manual for details. When connecting the product to a Bluetooth device, the distance between the two must be within 20 cm. Audio quality will degrade with longer distances, and the pairing may disconnect at a distance of 2 m (6.5 ft) or more. (Distances may vary depending on device and environment.) Crosstalk may be heard while using Bluetooth. For multipoint devices, make the necessary connections prior to use. Car audio Bluetooth connections are not supported. Malfunction, noise, and other undesirable effects may occur due to the device's battery level and the environment. If signal interference affects data transmission. (e.g. holding the device while wearing a Bluetooth device, holding the device while holding another electronic device, etc.) If the device or Bluetooth headset's radio transmitters are touching parts of the body. If the transmission strength is affected by walls, corners, partitions, etc. If devices using the same frequencies cause interference. (e.g. medical devices, microwave ovens, Wi-Fi, etc.) Areas with an excessive amount of interference or weak signals. (e.g. elevators, underground, etc.) User Guide Removing a Bluetooth Pairing 1. Press [ ] to the right of the paired device to be redirected to the settings screen. 2. Select [Remove Pairing] to complete the process. Using the Device 38
User Guide Settings Set up the device according to the user's needs. The settings menu may vary depending on the firmware version. Setup 1. Select [ ] from the home screen notification bar. 2. Select the desired item for setup. Wi-Fi Change wireless network settings and turn Wi-Fi on or off. Bluetooth Connect a Bluetooth device to listen to music wirelessly. Refer to page 44 of the manual for more information on setting a wireless network. Refer to [Using Bluetooth] on page 37 of the manual for more information on setting up a Bluetooth connection. AK CONNECT Set whether to use AK Connect. Using the Device 39
Gapless Playback Play the next song without any interruptions/silence. Gapless playback is only supported between two files with identical bit rates, sample rates, and channels. Line Out Turn Line Out on or off. Enabling Line Out and pressing [Line Out] on the volume control window will lock the volume level at maximum. User Guide Equalizer Set the equalizer according to the user's preferences. Pro EQ: EQ Preset recommended by professionals. User EQ: Adjust the frequencies according to the user's preferences. Left-Right Balance Adjust the left-right balance for earphones/headphones. Do not use earphones with the Line Out feature enabled. Doing so may cause permanent hearing loss. Supported Formats for EQ: PCM [8 – 192 kHz (8/16/24-bit)] DSD (Equalizer disabled during 32-bit playback.) Using the equalizer may negatively affect device performance. Refer to pages 45 - 47 of the manual for more information on using the equalizer. Using the Device 40
CD Ripping Set the automatic CD ripping function as well as the file format and ripping speed. Theme Change the theme. Date & Time Set the current date and time. User Guide Amp Set the amplification level when connected to the AK Amp. Device Name Set the name of the device. The maximum name length is 30 characters. Language Select the display language. Supported languages: English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), French, Russian, German Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness settings. Using the Device 41
Download Select a folder for downloaded files. USB Connection Media Device (USB Drive): Connect to a computer to transfer media files. DAC Input: Listen to music located on a PC through the device. Power Automatic Shutdown: The device will turn off after a defined period if there is no user input. Screen Timeout: The screen will turn off after a defined period when there is no user input. Sleep Timer: Music playback will stop, and the device will turn off after a defined period. User Guide Keyboard Select the keyboard language. Supported languages: English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Russian The default folder is set when using AK Connect to download files. When [Select Folder] is selected, the user is prompted to choose a download folder each time a file is downloaded. Using the Device 42
System Information System Information: View model number, firmware version, and data storage information. The microSD card can be mounted/dismounted, and data can be deleted. System Restore Database Initialization: Reset the internal database. The database initialization time may vary depending on the number of files stored on the device. Default Settings: Revert all user settings back to their original settings. Factory Reset: Delete all user data and restore the device to its original factory settings. User Guide Update System Update: Update the system when a new version is found. Application Update: Update the default applications (including the Store) when new versions are found. Formatting the microSD card will delete all data on the memory card. Be sure to backup any important files before formatting. When formatting the microSD card from a computer, be sure to select the FAT32 system. Using the Device 43
to a Wireless Network 2. Select the desired AP to connect to the wireless network. Additional information (encryption key, index, etc.) may be required depending on the network settings. 3. Long-press the network name and select [Network Settings] to edit specific network settings. User Guide Connecting Connecting to a Network 1. Long-press [ ] from the Notification Bar or select [ - Wi-Fi] to display a list of access points (AP). Networks requiring browser or other additional certifications are not supported. Channels 1 through 11 are supported. Using the Device 44
User Guide 2. Press [Pro EQ] at the upper-left corner of the screen and select [ + ]. 3. Enter a name for the custom EQ settings and select [Add]. Equalizer Setup Equalizer Setup 1. Long-press [EQ] from the Notification Bar, or turn on the feature from [ - Equalizer]. Using the Device 45
Resetting the Equalizer 1. Select the desired EQ setting and press [ ] at the bottom of the screen to revert the EQ to its default settings. User Guide 4. Adjust the frequencies left and right according to the user's preferences. 5. The number values at the lower- left corner of the screen can be adjusted for fine-tuning. 6. Press [ ] at the lower-right corner of the screen to display the PEQ settings screen. The frequency, gain, and Q values can be adjusted according to the user’s preferences. Using the Device 46
User Guide Deleting an Equalizer 1. Press [Pro EQ] at the upper-left corner of the screen. 2. Press [ ] next to the desired item to delete the selected equalizer. Renaming an Equalizer 1. Press [Pro EQ] at the upper-left corner of the screen. 2. Press [ ] next to the desired item and enter a new name for the selected equalizer. 3. Press [Rename] to apply the changes. Using the Device 47
User Guide Safety Precautions Device When a plug is inserted into the earphones, balanced, or USB port, do not apply any force or shock to the plug. Do not insert any metal objects (coins, hairpins, etc.) or flammable debris into the device. Do not place heavy objects on the device. In case the device gets wet (rain, water, chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, sweat, moisture, etc.), do not power on the device and allow it to dry thoroughly. Contact the nearest iriver Customer Support Center. (Malfunctions due to exposure to liquids will be repaired for a fee regardless of the warranty period and such damage may not be repairable.) Avoid exposing the device to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures (-5℃ - 40℃; 23°F - 104°F) such as the inside of a car during the summer. Do not store or use in hot and humid places such as saunas. Avoid places with excess moisture, dust, or smoke. Do not use for extended period on blankets, electric blankets, or carpet. Do not place near a fire or in a microwave. Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the product. Do not store for extended periods in a confined space with the power on. Do not place the device near magnetic objects (magnets, televisions, monitors, speakers, etc.). Never use chemicals or cleaning products on the device since they can damage the paint and surface coating. Avoid dropping or subjecting the device to a strong impact (excessive vibration, etc.). Do not press multiple buttons simultaneously. Do not disconnect the micro-USB cable during data transfer. When connecting the micro-USB cable, use a USB port on the back of the PC. Connecting to a defective or damaged USB port may damage the device. Displaying one image for an extended period may cause screen burn-in (afterimage). Miscellaneous 48
Other Do not use earphones/headphones or operate the product while operating any type of vehicle. It is not only dangerous but may be a violation of the law in certain regions. Do not use the product during physical activities (driving, walking, hiking, etc.). Always use in a safe environment to avoid the risk of accidents. Always be aware of your surroundings when using the device while moving. Avoid using the device during thunderstorms to reduce the possibility of electric shock. If there is a ringing in the ears during or immediately after use, reduce the volume or discontinue using the product and obtain medical advice. Do not listen to music at excessive volumes for extended periods. Do not use the earphones/headphones at excessive volumes. Be careful not to get the earphones/headphones caught in other objects. Do not sleep with earphones in your ears or leave them in for extended periods. Trouble- shooting Check for solutions to common problems. 1. The device won't turn on. The battery may need to be recharged. Charge the device for at least one hour and try again. Reset the device and try again. (See p. 5) User Guide Using poor quality protective films or adhesive stickers on the screen may cause damage. Do not insert any foreign objects into the earphones port. Miscellaneous 49
User Guide 2. The device will not charge when connected to a computer via USB cable. Use a USB port on the back of the computer, and check that the USB port is functioning properly. Check that the USB cable is connected correctly. 3. The computer won't recognize the device or an error occurs when connected. Use a USB port on the back of the computer. Check that the USB cable is connected correctly. For Windows XP, verify that Service Pack 2 (or higher) and Windows Media Player 10 (or higher) are installed. Check if the device connects properly on a different computer. 4. The screen turns off repeatedly. The screen turns off automatically after a defined period to reduce battery consumption. Set the time at [ - Power Saving - Screen Timeout]. 5. The screen does not display images properly. Check the screen for debris. 6. There is no sound, or there is static/interference. Check that the volume setting is above [0]. Check that the earphones are plugged in properly, and make sure debris isn't obstructing the port connection. Check if the music file is corrupted. Verify that the audio settings have been properly set. (Balanced out, line out, etc.) 7. A file does not play, or the product is unstable when a certain file is used. The following may occur due to the condition of the file: Playback is unstable or difficult. The product may not work normally. The file may sound different from a computer. There may be a difference in the performance of playback or other functions. There may be differences in the playable specs. A file conversion or use of a different file is recommended. Miscellaneous 50
User Guide Certifi- cations KC / FCC / CE / TELEC Class B Device (Communication equipment for residential use): This is a Class B Device and is registered for EMC requirements for residential use. This device can be used in residential and all other areas. Copyright iriver Limited retains the rights to patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property rights related to this manual. No contents of this user manual may be duplicated or reproduced in any format or by any means without the prior approval of iriver. Using or reproducing, in whole or part, the contents of this document is subject to penalties. Software, audio, video, and any other copyrighted contents are protected in accordance with relevant copyright laws. The user accepts all legal responsibility for the unauthorized reproduction or distribution of the copyrighted contents from this product. Companies, organizations, products, people, and events used in the examples are not based on actual data. iriver has no intention to be associated with any company, institution, product, person, or incident through this instruction manual, and no such inference should be made. It is the responsibility of the user to comply with applicable copyright laws. © 1999-2016 iriver Limited. All rights reserved. The PPE12 was designed and audio-tuned under the advisement of MSD. FCCID: QDMPPE12 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Miscellaneous 51
User Guide Specifi- cations General Specifications Audio Specifications Storage Capacity Built-in Memory 128GB[NAND] External Memory microSD (Max. 128 GB) x 1 Battery Capacity 3,400 mAh 3.7 V Li-Polymer Battery Model PPE12 Body Color TBD Body Material Aluminum Display 4-inch WVGA (480x800) Touch Screen Supported Audio Formats WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE (Normal, High, Fast), AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF Sampling Rate PCM: 8 kHz - 192 kHz (8/16/24-bits per sample) DSD: DSD64 (1-bit 2.8 MHz), Stereo / DSD128 (1-bit 5.6 MHz), Stereo Output Level Unbalanced 2.2 VRMS / Balanced 2.3 VRMS (Condition: No Load) DAC AKM AK4490 x 1 (Single DAC) Decoding Supports up to 24-bit / 192 kHz bit-to-bit decoding Input Type-B micro-USB Input (Charging & data transfer (PC & Mac)) / Connection Mode: MTP (Media Device) Outputs Phones (3.5 mm) / Optical Out (3.5 mm) / Balanced Out (2.5 mm, only 4-pole supported) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) Bluetooth v4.0 (A2DP, AVRCP) APT-x Dimensions 2.95”(75.15 mm)[W] x 4.42”(112.4 mm)[H] x 0.64”(16.45 mm)[D] Weight TBD Feature Enhancements Firmware Upgrade Supported (OTA) Frequency Response ±0.053dB (Condition: 20 Hz – 20 kHz) Unbalanced / ±0.053 dB (Condition: 20 Hz – 20 kHz) Balanced ±0.56 dB (Condition: 10 Hz – 70 kHz) Unbalanced / ±0.55 dB (Condition: 10 Hz – 70 kHz) Balanced S/N 116 dB @ 1 kHz, Unbalanced / 117 dB @ 1 kHz, Balanced Crosstalk 130 dB @ 1 kHz, Unbalanced / 135 dB @ 1 kHz, Balanced THD+N 0.0008% @ 1 kHz, Unbalanced / 0.0007% @ 1 kHz, Balanced SMPTE IMD 0.0007% 800 Hz 10 kHz (4:1) Unbalanced / 0.0006% 800 Hz 10 kHz (4:1) Balanced Output Impedance Balanced Out 2.5 mm (1 ohm) / Phones 3.5 mm (2 ohm) Clock Jitter 30 ps (Typ.) / Reference Clock Jitter (VCXO Clock) 0.2 ps (Typ.) Reference Clock Jitter 0.2ps (VCXO Clock) Miscellaneous 52
User Guide Disclaimers The manufacturer, importer, and distributor shall not be liable for damages including accidental and personal injury due to the improper use or operation of this product. The information in this user manual was written based on current product specifications. The manufacturer, iriver Limited, is adding new complementary features and will continue to apply new technologies in the future. All specifications may be changed without prior notice. There is no warranty against data loss due to the use of this product. Registered Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 and Windows Media Player are trademarks of Trademarks Microsoft Corp. Miscellaneous 53
User Guide We, IRIVER LIMITED., hereby declares that this Portable Music Player is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Body-worn Operation This device was tested for typical body-worn operations. A minimum separation distance must be maintained between the user’s body and the handset, including the antenna: 5 mm to comply with the RF exposure requirements in Europe Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories used by this device should not contain any metallic components. Body-worn accessories that do not meet these requirements may not comply with RF exposure requirements and should be avoided. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage the phone, or result in violation of regulations. Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please contact your local dealer for replacement antenna. Body-worn accessory exposure conditions “Specific information must be included in the operating manuals to enable users to select body-worn accessories that meet the minimum test separation distance requirements. Users must be fully informed of the operating requirements and restrictions, to the extent that the typical user can easily understand the information, to acquire the required body- worn accessories to maintain compliance. Instructions on how to place and orient a device in body-worn accessories, in accordance with the test results, should also be included in the user instructions. All supported body-worn accessory operating configurations must be clearly disclosed to users through conspicuous instructions in the user guide and user manual to ensure unsupported operations are avoided. All body-worn accessories containing metallic components must be tested for compliance and clearly identified in the operating manual. The instruction must inform users to avoid using other body-worn accessories containing metallic components to ensure RF exposure compliance.” Miscellaneous 54
User Guide Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Miscellaneous 55 FCC Caution Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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