User Guide Playlist Screen 1 3 4 2 1 Previous Return to the previous screen. 2 Playlist Display the current playlist. 3 Edit mode Display the editing options for the music list. 4 Play All Play all songs in the current list.
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, then 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, then 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 [8~384kHz(8/16/24/32bit)] DSD [2.8/5.6/11.
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 AK CD-Ripper 1. Connect the AK CD-Ripper to PPM51 using a dedicated USB Type-C to micro USB cable. 2. After inserting the CD, swipe down on the screen to open the notification bar and press [CD Ripper] to select the desired function. 3. Start ripping by pressing [CD Ripping] in the Select Function menu.
User Guide To search the Gracenote database, the device must be connected to Wi-Fi. 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 cannot 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 is disabled during ripping.
User Guide Car Mode 3 4 1 2 1 Exit Exit car mode. 2 Play/Pause Play or pause music. 3 Playlist Display current playlist. 4 Screen Rotation Switch the screen orientation to horizontal mode/vertical mode.
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 48 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 51 - 53 for more information on using the equalizer. EQ Sync Share or receive Custom User EQ files. To access custom EQ files, connect the device to the computer. Internal Storage -> EqLists -> “User EQ.
User Guide LR Balance Adjust the left-right balance for earphones/headphones. Playback Settings Set how to add a song to Now Playing when a song is selected from a music list. CD Ripper Set the automatic CD ripping function as well as the file format and ripping speed. Line Out Set the voltage value generated when Line Out is activated. Do not use earphones with the Line Out feature enabled. Doing so may cause permanent hearing loss.
User Guide USB Audio Select the type of DSD sound being outputted through USB Audio Out to a connected portable DAC. Enable/Disable MQA decoding software. Car mode Turn the car mode on/off. Double Tap Wake function If the screen is off, tap the screen twice to turn it back on. When the device is connected to a charger, the screen will remain on. If the power button is used to turn off the screen, the Double Tap Wake function will remain enabled.
User Guide 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, French, Russian, German, and Spanish. Input Method Back Button: the Floating Back Button will be displayed on the screen. Move the Back Button to the desired position by dragging and dropping the icon with your finger. Move the button to the center of the screen to deactivate it.
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 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. System Reset Initialize Media Scan: Resets and rescans the internal database. Database initialization time may vary depending on the number of files stored on the device. Settings Reset: Resets all user settings back to the default settings.
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], then 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 [NORMAL] in the upper left of the equalizer. 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 [NORMAL] in the upper left of the equalizer. 2. Press [ ] next to the EQ setting name you wish to change and enter a new name for the selected EQ. 3. Press [CHANGE] to save.
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.
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 occur depending on the condition and specifications of your computer. (In this case, charging via computer 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.
