User Guide Playlist Management Creating a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] on the menu to view the playlists. 2. Select [ + ] in 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 the list of playlists. 2. Select a playlist and press [+ Add Song] to display a list of songs by album. 3. Select a song and press [Add] to add the song to the selected playlist.
User Guide Removing a Song from a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. 2. Select the playlist to edit. 3. Press [ ] at the top, then select the song you want to delete from the playlist. 4. Press [ ] on top of the screen. 5. Press [DELETE] to remove the song from the selected playlist. This action will only remove the song from the selected playlist, not the memory. Playing a Playlist 1. Select the desired playlist for playback. 2.
User Guide Renaming a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to view the playlists, and press [ ]. 2. Select a playlist to be renamed. 3. Press [ ] at the top of the screen to display the RENAME window. 4. Enter a name for the playlist and then press [RENAME] to confirm the change. Deleting a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to view the playlists and press [ ]. 2. Select the playlist to be deleted. 3. Press [ ] at the top of the screen. 4. Press [DELETE] to delete the selected playlist.
User Guide USB DAC Installation The USB DAC function allows the device to be recognized as a sound card on a computer. Music from the computer is played through the device’s headphone port for an enhanced listening experience. USB DAC Specifications Supported OS Windows 7(32bit/64bit) / Windows 8(32bit/64bit) / Windows 10(32/64bit) MAC OS 10.7(Lion) or later USB DAC Support Specifications Supported Formats: PCM [8~768kHz(8/16/24/32bit)] DSD [2.8/5.6/11.2/22.
User Guide How to Use USB Audio Connect the device to a portable amp or DAC using USB Audio Out. How to Connect a Portable USB DAC 1. Connect the portable USB DAC to the AK device’s USB Type-C port with a dedicated cable. 2. Press [ 3. Once [ ] in the Notification Bar. ] is activated, you can enjoy music stored on the device through the connected portable USB DAC. The USB Type-C cable that comes packaged with the device is only to be used for computer data transfer or to charge the device.
User Guide CD Ripping CDs can be ripped directly to the device using the AK CDRIPPER (sold separately). Connecting the AK CD-RIPPER 1. Connect the AK CD-RIPPER to USB Type-C port of the device using the proper cable. 2. In the Notification Bar press [ ] to link the devices and activate the CD Ripping Menu. 3. When ripping is complete, before disconnecting, press [ ] on the Notification Bar to unlink/disconnect the devices.
User Guide 2. Connect AK CD-RIPPER and insert CD to display the [CD Ripping] notification at the bottom of the Notification Bar. 3. Press [CD Ripping] and select from the file format options of FLAC or WAV. 4. If Wi-Fi is turned on the Gracenote database will be searched for matching CD metadata after the file format is selected. 5. When the database search is complete, press [Start] to begin CD ripping.
User Guide Settings The settings menu allows users to customize the device. The settings menu may vary depending on the firmware version. Setup 1. Select [Main Menu - Settings] or select [ ] from the Notification Bar menu. 2. Select the feature to view setting options. Wi-Fi Change wireless network settings and turn Wi-Fi on/off See page 46 for more information on connecting to Wi-Fi. Bluetooth Connect a Bluetooth device to listen to music wirelessly.
User Guide Equalizer Set the equalizer according to the user's preferences. USER EQ: Adjust the frequencies according to the user's preferences. Supported Formats for EQ: PCM [8 ~ 192kHz(8/16/24bit)] Using the equalizer may negatively affect device performance. See pages 49 - 51 for more information on using the equalizer. Gapless Playback Plays the next song without any interruption. Gapless playback is only supported between two files with identical bit rates, sample rates, and channels.
User Guide Notification Bar Add, delete, or reorganize Quick Settings buttons on the notification bar. CD Ripping Set the automatic CD ripping function as well as the file format and ripping speed. USB mode Media Device (USB Drive): When connected to a computer, device appears as a removable drive. DAC Input: Output sound from a connected computer to the device. USB Audio Select the type of DSD sound being outputted through USB Audio Out to a connected portable DAC.
User Guide Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness settings. Date & Time Set the current date and time. Device Name Set the name of the device. The maximum name length is 50 characters. Language Select the display language. Supported languages are English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), French, Russian, German, and Spanish. Input Method Back Button: the Floating Back Button will be displayed on the screen.
User Guide Timer Settings Auto Power Off: The device will automatically power off after the selected amount of time of no user and device activity. Screen Timeout: The screen will turn off after the selected amount of time of no user activity. Sleep Timer: Music playback will stop and the device will turn off after the selected amount of time. Downloads Select a folder for downloaded files to be saved by default.
User Guide System Information System Information: View model number, firmware version, MAC address and memory usage information. The microSD card can be mounted/dismounted and data can be deleted. Legal information: Check open source licenses and regulations. 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 on a computer, use of the FAT32 system is recommended.
User Guide Connecting to Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 1. Press and hold [ ] from the Notification Bar or select [Menu - Settings - Wi-Fi] to display a list of available Wi-Fi networks. 2. Select the desired AP to connect to the wireless network. Additional information such as Wi-Fi password may be required depending on Wi-Fi settings. Networks requiring browser or other additional certifications are not supported.
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 device prior to use. Refer to the Bluetooth device's instruction manual for details. 1. Select [ ] from the Notification Bar menu or select [On/Off] from [Menu - Settings - Bluetooth]. Bluetooth Pairing 1. In the Settings Menu, select the appropriate Bluetooth device from the list of available devices. Disconnect a Bluetooth Device 1.
User Guide Removing a Bluetooth Pairing 1. Press [ ] to the right of the paired device to go to settings. 2. Select [Remove] to complete the process. Bluetooth Support Specifications Profile: A2DP, AVRCP, aptX™HD Device performance may be affected during Hi-Res playback. Do not turn off the device while connected to Bluetooth. Turn the Bluetooth device off then on in case of issue. Pairing methods may differ for each individual Bluetooth device.
User Guide Equalizer Setup Equalizer Setup 1. Press and hold [ ] on the Notification Bar or turn on [Menu - Settings - Equalizer]. 2. Press [NORMAL EQ] to activate the drop-down menu and select [ + ]. 3. Enter a name for the custom EQ settings and select [SAVE].
User Guide 4. Adjust the frequencies up and down according to the user's preferences. 5. The number values at the lowerleft corner of the screen can be adjusted for fine-tuning. 6. Press the [Advanced] tab on the top to display PEQ settings screen. Adjust Freq/Gain/Q.
User Guide Deleting a Custom Equalizer Setting 1. Press on the drop-down menu at the upper-left corner of the screen to display the list of the saved EQ settings. 2. Press [ ] next to the EQ name to be deleted. 3. Press [OK] to delete the selected EQ setting. Renaming a Custom Equalizer Setting 1. Press on the drop-down menu at the upper-left corner of the screen to display the list of saved EQ settings. 2.
User Guide Safety PreCautions Device When a plug is inserted into the 3.5mm Unbalanced, 2.5mm balanced, or USB port, do not apply any force or impact to the plug. Do not insert any metal objects (coins, hairpins, etc.) or flammable debris into the device. Do not put heavy objects on the device. If the device gets wet (rain, water, chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, sweat, moisture, etc.), allow the device to dry thoroughly before powering on. Contact the nearest IRIVER Customer Support Center for service.
User Guide Connecting the cable to a defective or damaged USB port on a computer may damage the device. Displaying one image for an extended period may cause screen burn-in (afterimage). Using poor quality protective films or adhesive stickers on the screen may cause damage. Do not insert any foreign objects into the device ports. The device may become warm while playing and charging, so handle it carefully. Product’s corners may be sharp, so handle carefully.
User Guide Troubleshooting Solutions to Common Issues 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. (See Page 5) 2. The device will not charge when connected to a computer via USB cable. Connect to the computer using the provided USB Type-C cable. Charging may not be performed depending on the condition of your PC. (In this case, charging with a PC is not recommended.
User Guide 7. A file does not play, or the product becomes unstable when a certain file is played. File may be damaged or corrupt if the following occurs: Playback stops or freezes. Device may act erratically or freeze. File may sound different on another device. There may be a difference in the performance of playback or other functions. There may be differences in the file specs. Converting the file to a different format or use of a different file is recommended.
User Guide Certifications 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 areas and all other areas.
User Guide Body-Worn Operation This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the portable music player kept 5mm from the body. To maintain compliance requirements, use only belt-clips, holsters or similar accessories that maintain a 5mm separation distance between the user’s body and the back of the portable music player, including the antenna. The use of belt-clips, holsters and similar accessories should not contain metallic components in its assembly.