AK500N INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide
CON TENT S 01 02 03 Before Use Using the Device 0 2 Saftey precautions 2 8 Basic operation 4 2 Managing Files 5 9 Trouble shooting 0 7 Remark 3 0 Notification bar 4 5 MQS streaming 6 0 Copyright 0 8 Product Overview 3 2 Music list screen 4 7 Purchasing music in the store 6 0 Certiications 1 1 Product specification 3 4 Music playback screen 4 8 Using USB DAC function 6 3 Gracenote 1 2 Package contents 3 5 Listening to music 5 1 Using bluetooth 6 3 Trademarks 1 3 Name of each part 3
SAFTEY PRECAUTIONS Please check [Safety Instructions] before using the device for a safety use. Descriptions : Instructions are divided into “Warning” and “Caution”, and the meanings are explained in the following. Warning indicates a serious danger. Caution indicates a hazard. Explanations of Symbols Indicates “Forbidden” or “Prohibited matters”. Indicates “Required Action” or “Perform as instructed”. Use Warning Users should not decompose, repair or change the product randomly.
Pay attention not to apply force or press on the part of the cable is connected, if the cable is connected to the connection port. - You can break the sound terminal products. Do not disconnect the USB cable during data transfer. Use a USB port at the rear of the PC USB cable connection. - Connection to the USB port with assembly defect or malfunction may develop product failure. Do not use products such as chemicals or cleaning agents, because they spoil the surface and strip lacquer.
POWER CODE AND PLUG Warning Do not plug or unplug with wet hands. Plug the power plug into a 110~220V(50~60Hz) AC outlet. If there is dust on the power plug pins or mounting surface, please remove the power plug, and then remove the dust. When handling the power cord, please observe the following: Do not compromise. / Do not transform.(ex: extension) / Do not apply heat. / Do not place heavy objects. Do not insert it in a small space. / Do not bend forcibly. / Do not twist.
INSTALLATION Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture. Do not let the product contact with water, and do not place objects with liquids, such as vases, on the product. Do not place or use the product on following. You can cause a fire or electric shock. A place where you can splash water or a dump place such as a bathroom. / A place where rain or fog can flow directly./ Outside of the rainy season.
- If static electricity is generated when connecting a USB device, a playback can run abnormally. In this case, disconnect the USB device and then re-connect. - A copyrighted track (WMA-DRM* tracks) cannot be played on this product. * DRM (Digital Rights Management): several technical methods that are used to control or limit the use of digital media contents. - Coded or encrypted tracks in a special way cannot be played on this product. - Do not disconnect the device when playing a file on the USB device.
Remark Cleaning the Device To ensure the best performance from this device, you must keep discs and equipment clean. - Disconnect the power cord before cleaning. - Wipe the stain with a soft cloth. If there are a lot of stains on the device, wipe clean with a dry cloth, after wiping with a damp cloth in water. - The performance of the device can be degraded, damaged, or the paint may peel off, therefore please note the following: Do not wipe with a hard cloth. / Do not wipe too hard.
Product Overview The AK500N is the first stationary network audio product from Astell&Kern that truly combines advanced digital technology with analog sound. Perfect Extractor How are you enjoying your precious CD collection? Are you still listening to your music one CD at a time? Import your CD collection into the AK500N with the one click.
Although the AK500N is stationary audio devise, it was designed to use a built-in battery for noise isolation. The AK500N physically blocks noise generated in the AC power supply to prevent sound degradation at all levels. Music playback on the AK500N is achieved with battery-only operation, creating a truly Pure Sound. PCM to DSD The AK500N features a dedicated DSD chipset for DSD playback and converts PCM file to DSD64 data through audio engine of Astell&Kern.
Four BAY SSD The AK500N features multi-level cell (MLC) SSD rather than a triple-level cell (TLC) SSD for increased durability and reliability. The vibration noise generated by conventional HDDs has been eliminated completely. Save and load large amounts of data even faster than traditional HDDs through the superior speed and stability of SSDs. 1TB/2TB/4TB SSD options are offered to satisfy each user’s needs.
Product specification Display DAC Storage Digital _Out _Input Analog _Fixed & Variable Out Fixed output level Variable output level Channel Separation Frequency Response THD(Total Harmonic Distortion)+N SNR(Signal to Noise Ratio) Audio File Supported Audio Sample Rate USB Supported USB DAC Supported Network Supported CD Ripping audio format Battery Dimension / Weight 7”WVGA(1280x800) Touch Display Cirrus Logic CS4398 x2 (Dual DAC) SSD 1TB/2TB/4TB(RAID 0,5) AES/EBUx1, BNCx1, Coaxialx1, Opticalx1 AES/EBUx1,
Package contents Components may be changed without notice to improve product performance and quality. AK500N USB cable for data transfer Power code Adapter Antenna T wrench Quick Start Guide & Warranty Card Protective Film Power Code & Adapter: Connect with the product to recharge the product. USB Cable for data transfer: Connects the product to the computer and sends data. Antenna: It is an antenna for wireless network connection.
Name of each part Appearance of the product and the printing, stamping contents may vary depending on a model. 2 1 Balanced audio pin map 3 R- R+ L+ L- 4 5 10 6 78 9 11 12 1 Touch LCD Displays the screen, and you can touch the screen to operate. 2 CD Insertion Push the CD to insert. 3 Power LED Displays the Power On/Off status. Turn the wheel to adjust the size of the sound. 4 Volume Wheel You can turn On/Off the power of the product.
Digital Out 1 BNC Output Port Connect a BNC output cable to the port to output to digital. 2 Optical Output Port Connect an optical cable to the port to output to digital. 3 Coaxial Output Port Connect a coaxial cable to the port to output to digital. 4 AES/EBU Output Port Connect an AES/EBU cable to 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 the port to output to digital. Digital In 5 AES/EBU Input Port Connect an AES/EBU cable to receive a digital input.
Fixed 1 Fixed RCA Port 2 Fixed Balanced Connect Balanced cable to the port to Port output to analog. Variable Connect Balanced cable to the port to Balanced Port output to analog. Variable RCA Connect RCA cable to the port to Port output to analog. Ethernet Port Connect a wired LAN cable to the port. 6 USB Port Connect USB B type cable to the port 7 USB-HOST Port You can connect a USB storage Analog Out Variable output to digital.
Managing power Connecting the Power 1. Connect the adapter and the power cord. 2. Connect the adapter cable to the [Power] on the rear panel, and turn the mounting ring to tighten. 3. Connect the power cord and then press the [Power] button on the product for 2-3 seconds. 4. [ ] logo appears on the screen while the product is booted. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet after completing the connection of the product, an adapter, and the power cord.
Connections Earphones/Headphones - Connect earphones or headphones to the [BAL], [PHONES] port of the side of the product. - Connect earphones or headphones that support the balance cable to [BAL] port on the side of the product. - You can use various earphones/headphones that fit 2.5Φ, 3.5Φ, 6.5Φ. Do not raise the volume to loud when connecting earphones or headphones. You can lose your hearing if you plug the earphones or headphones on your ears and listen to the large volume.
Available Types of Cable Balanced (XLR) Cable Balanced calbes used in professional audio interfaces have better response capacity than regular cable, and can be transmitted from a long distance. HOT 2 1 3 Ground COLD Female 1 2 3 HOT Male UnBalanced(RCA) Cable It is the most commonly used basic cable to transmit the audio signal. Optical/Coaxial/BNC Cable Optical cable and coaxial cable(Coaxial/BNC Cable) are the cables that can be used to connect to the digital inputs and outputs.
Connecting DIGTAL OUT Connecting DIGITAL IN 1. You can connect the product to an external amplifier device by using AES/EBU, Optical, Coaxial, BNC cables to [AES/EBU OUT], [OPT OUT], [COAX OUT], [BNC OUT] port of the rear panel. 1. You can connect the product to an external source device by using AES/EBU, Optical, Coaxial, BNC cables to the [AES/EBU IN], [OPT IN], [COAX IN] port of the rear panel.
Connecting Fixed Analog Out Connecting Variable Analog out 1. You can connect ‘Blacned’ and ‘RCA cable’ to an external amplifier device from [FIXED ANALOG OUT] of the back the product. 1. You can connect ‘Balanced’ and ‘RCA cable’ to an external amplifier device from [VAIRABLE ALALOG OUT] of the back of the product. RCA Cable L/R Balanced Cable L/R Balanced Cable L/R RCA Cable L/R This product supports both ‘Fixed Analog Out’ and ‘Variable Analog Out’.
Inserting/Removing CD 1. Refer to the CD label and gently insert into the CD slot. 2. If you select [ ] from the notification bar on the home screen, the CD will be realised. This product does not suport the CD Play function. When you insert the CD, the CD-Ripping fuction will be activated. Cautions for CD insertion - Do not put excessive force when inserting a CD. This can cause malfuction and CD breakage. - If the CD is inserted incorrectly, the product can be damaged or the CD can not be separated.
Inserting/Removing the MicroSD Card Recommended MicroSD card 1. Place the microSD card in the slot like the figure and press gently. 2. If you choose [Safely Remove SD Card] from the notification bar on the home screen, the microSD card will be removed safely. 3. If you press the microSD card one more time, the card will be separated. Brand: SanDisk, Transcent Cautions for inserting the MicroSD card Do not force the SD card. This may cause a malfuction of the product and damage to the microSD card.
Connecting USB Storage 1. Connect the USB storage device to the [USB] port on the side of the product. 1. Connect the USB storage device to the [USB-HOST] port on the back of the product by using a USB cable. Some products that require a separate driver installation or multiple drive generation(multi-card reader), etc. may not be supported. Some products that require a separate power source(external HDD, etc.) may not be supported. The USB host cable is optional.
Connecting to a Wireless Network Antenna Connecting to the Network 1. Connect the antenna for the wireless network to [ANT] port of the product. 1. Connect the internet connections(ADSL, VDSL, cable model and wired/wireless router, etc.) to the [ETHERNET] port on the back of the product, or connect to an AP that provides WI-Fi. 2. Check the notification bar and the setting menu if network is connected or not.
Connecting to a Computer Separating with the Computer 1. Connect the [USB] port and a computer by using the supplied USB cable for data transfer. 1. Check if there is a work in process between the product and the computer before disconnecting the USB cable for data transfer. Native DSD plays to PCM while connected to a PC as MTP. If it is connected to MTP via a USB cable while playing Native DSD, Native DSD will be terminated automatically.
Copying a File(Folder) to the Product Deleting a File(Folder) of the Product 1. If you select the files/folders to copy from a computer, drag and drop(Drop&Drop) to the drive added by the product, the selected files/folders will be copied. 1. Select files/folders to delete and click the right mouse key, then select [Delete]. 2. If you click [Yes] in the [File/Folder Delete Confirmation] window, the selected file/folder will be deleted. Please connect the USB cable for data transfer correctly.
Upgrading the firmware Upgrading the Firmware of the Product 1. Connect the product to a wired or wireless network. 2. When the new firmware is verified, the firmware update instruction appears. 3. Select [Update], and select the item you want to update. 4. Follow the prompts on the screen to proceed the firmware upgrade. Refer to page 56 for a network connection method. If you move to another screen while downloading upgrade files, the download will be stopped.
Basic operation Using the Touch LCD Basic Setting 1. The product is equipped with a touch screen LCD system that operates by a direct touch. If you touch the desired icon on the screen, the selected function will be operated. 1. Set the language to be used in the language setting screen that is displayed when you turn on the power for the first time after purchasing the product, and then click [Next]. 2. Set the time to use from the world time settings, and then click [Next].
Moving to the Previous Screen Setting Sound In/Out 1. Click [ ] while using the product to move to the previous page. 1. You can set in the notification bar screen or [Settings-Sound-Sound In/Out]. If ‘Sound In/Out’ is connected to ‘Digital In(Coax, Moving Up/Down from the List 1. Drag the screen [down to the top]/[top to the down] from the display list to move the list. OPT, AES/EBU, BNC), you can not output the sound with ‘Digital Out’.
Notification bar The Notification Bar will be displayed if you drag up and click the notification icon at the bottom. 1 The content is displayed if there is a notification notification. The notification will disappear 2 1 Display of message if you push the notification information aside. Screen Move the location of the Brightness Adjustment Brightness Bar to adjust the brightness of the screen. 3 Wireless Network Turns on/off the wireless network.
1 2 7 8 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 5 6 7 8 Automatic Battery Sets the automatic battery charging Charging Set function while playback. Play mode Sets the playback mode. : Plays the music of the list being played in order : Plays the music of the list being played in random order Repeat Sets the repeat mode. Mode : Repeats playback of the list being played : Repeats the currently playing music : Turn off ‘Repeat Mode’ Sound In/Out Indicates the setting screen.
Music list screen 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 Progression Displays the state of the progress. State Bar If you move the position of the bar, it moves to where you want. 1 6 Play Time Displays the total duration of the song. 7 Previous Short: Plays the previous song. Music/Rewind Long: Rewinds the music being played. 8 Play/Pause Pauses or replays the music 9 Next Music/ Short: Plays the next song. Fast Forward Long: Forwards fast to the playing music.
1 2 3 1 Music List Display a music list of the current position. Press the [ ] next to the desired music to delete a file, add to the play list, or add to the current play list. 2 Sort by List You can select the music list sorting method as ‘ALL/MQS/DSD/Ripping’. You can select the music list sorting method as ‘Bit/Sample Rate’. 3 Add-ons List Displays the add-ones window of the music lists. The functions are displays differently by music retrieval scheme. 4 : Copies the file.
Music playback screen 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 5 Lyrics 6 Sound Set Displays the sound set(EQ, etc.) screen. Displays the lyrics. 7 Gap-less 8 Current Playlist Displays the current playlist. 9 Progression Displays the state of the progress. State Bar 9 Turns on/off the gab-less. If you move the position of the bar, it moves to where you want. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 Play Time 11 Play Mode Sets the play mode. 12 Previous Displays the total duration of the song.
Listening to music Select Music Listening to Music 1. Select a music retrieval method from the menu located on the left to display the music list for that classification. 2. Press the music to play on the music list that appears on the screen to play music. - Turn the [Volume Wheel] to adjust the volume. - Press [ ] to pause, and [ ] to restart during playback. - Press [ / ] to play the previous/next music during playback.
Ripping the CD Ripping the CD Automatically Ripping the CD Manually 1. Insert the CD into the CD insertion slot of the product 2. Import the metadata information of the CD that is inserted in the Grace Notes. 3. When you have finished importing the information, CD ripping starts. 4. When ripping is complete and if you press [OK] in the results window, the CD automatically comes out from the insertion slot. You can select auto/manual ripping from [Settings- CD Ripping- Automatic CD Ripping]. 1.
CD Ripping Results - : Tells CD Ripping is successfully completed. : Indicates a failure of CD ripping, because of a physical scratch generated in the CD, etc. : Tells an error occurred, but CD ripping is completed through error correction. To recall the Grace Note DB data, AK500N has to be connected to the network before ripping. Refer to page 56 for the network connection method. Set the location of the ripped file from [Settings-CD Ripping].
Managing the current playlist Adding the song in the current playlist to the playlist Changing the music order of the current playlist 1. Press [ ] next to the song, and select [ ]. 2. You can add the selected songs to your playlist. - Add a playlist: Create a new playlist and add the songs you selected. - Add to the playlist: Select the playlist to add the songs that you selected to the list. 1. Press [ ] next to the song. 2.
Managing the playlist Creating the Playlist 1. If you select [Playlist] from the left menu, the playlist is displayed. 2. Select [Playlist], and press [Add Playlist] at the top. 3. If you set the name of the playlist, and click [OK], a new playlist will be added. Add a playlist to the current playlist 1. Press [ ] next to the desired playlist from the playlist, and select [ ]. 2. Select the location you want to add. - Add after the current playlist: Adds the selected playlist at the end of the playlist.
Adding music to playlists 1. A playlist is displayed, if you press [Add Song] on the top of the playlist. 2. Check a select box in front of the music you want to add, and press [Add], then the selected music will be added to the playlist. Deleting a playlist 1. Press [ ] next to the desired playlist from the playlist, select [ ] and press [OK], then the selected playlist will be deleted. Changing the name of the playlist 1.
Adding a song in the playlist to the current playlist 1. Select the desired playlist from the playlist, and select [ ] next to the song you want to add. 2. Press [ ], and select the location you want to add. - Add after the current playlist: Adds the selected playlist at the end of the playlist. - Add after the currently playing song: Adds the selected playlist after the current playing song.
Searching files Searching files Managing Files Folder Copy Moving Folders 1. Select [ ] next to the folder you want to copy. 2. Select [ ], and press [Paste]. Then the selected folder will be copied. 1. Select [ ] next to the folder you want to move. 2. Select [ ], and press [Paste]. Then the selected folder will be moved. 1. If you press [ ] on the top right of the playlist, a search bar will be displayed. 2. Select Songs/Albums/Artists you want to search. 3.
Deleting folders 1. Select [ ] next to the folder you want to delete. 2. If you press [ ] on the music list add-ons window, the selected folder will be deleted. Adding to the playlist 1. Select [ ] next to the folder you want to add to the playlist. 2. Select [ ] on the music list add-ons window, then select the list you want to add. 3. If you press [OK], the selected file will be added to the playlist.
Adding to the current playlist 1. Select [ ] next to the file you want to add to the current playlist. 2. If you select [ ] on the music add-ons window, the selected file will be added to the current playlist. Changing a name 1. Select [ ] next to the folder you want to change the name. 2. If you select [ ] on the music add-ons window, a name-changing window will be displayed. 3. If you press [OK], the folder name will be changed. The name can be changed only if you select one folder.
MQS streaming You can play or download the music from a PC on the same network via AK500N in real time. Installing MQS Streaming Server Choosing MQS Streaming Server 1. Download MQS Streaming Server from [Support > Download of http://www.astellnkern.com/] depending on the version of the PC. 2. After running the setup file, install it according to the installation guide screen. 3. You can check the using method for MQS Streaming Server via the Help in the Server Program. 1.
Wireless Control PP 1. You can operate this product wirelessly through the application. 2. Recommended Control APP: Android(BubbleUPnP) / iOS(Sitecom Media Controller, Network Audio Remote) 3. You can download relevant applications from Google Play Market and Apple App Store. For the use method of applications, please refer to the help for the application. In order to connect to Network Server and Network Player, AK500N and the product you want to connect must be connected in the same network.
Purchasing music in the store Purchasing music 1. Connect AK500N to the network. 2. If you press [Store] in the menu, and select ‘Groovers’ from the list appears, the APP will be activated. 3. You can check the using method through the user guide and help in the STORE. For the network connection method, refer to page 56. The currently supported STORE is ‘Groovers’. ‘Groovers’ of the store menu is displayed if you currently select [Setting> Date and Time > GMT+09:00, Korea Standard Time].
Using USB DAC function USB DAC function is a function to recognize AK500N via a sound card and listen to sound through the earphone port of AK500N. USB DAC Specifications - Supported USB DAC OS + Windows XP (32bit) / Windows 7 (32bit / 64bit) / Windows 8 (32bit / 64bit) / Mac OS 10.7 (Lion) or later - USB DAC Support Specifications + Supported formats: WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE (Normal, High, Fast), AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF + Sample Rate: 44.
Installing USB DAC 1. Set [Settings-Connecting USB] as [DAC input]. 2. Connect the product and a PC by using a USB cable for data transfer. 3. Run the ‘Setup.ext’ file on the Driver. 4. Press [Next] if the following screen appears. - When the following screen appears, please check if [SettingsConnecting USB] is set as [DAC Input]. 5. Press [Browser] to set the folder to install the driver, and then press [Install]. 6. If the following screen is displayed, press [Finish] to complete the installation.
7. According to the operating system, you can change the default device to output the sound with the following methods: - XP: Change the default sound playback device to [AK500N USB DAC] from ‘Control Panel> Sounds and Audio Device’. - 7/8: Select [AK500N USB DAC] from ‘Control Panel>Sound>Playback’ tab, and select [Set as Default Device] on the bottom. - MAC OS X: Select the Output tab from the sound menu under the System Preferences, and select [AK500N USB DAC].
Using bluetooth Bluetooth on/off Pairing Bluetooth 1. Please refer to the instruction manual of the Bluetooth remote control handset for a pairing. 1. Select the Bluetooth remote control you want to pair from the list you can use. Supported Bluetooth Specifications - Supported profiles: A2DP (Only Bluetooth remote control can be connected.) Do not turn off the power during the Bluetooth connectivity. If Bluetooth is malfunctioning, turn off the power of the Bluetooth device, and turn it on again.
Settings You can manually set your own production environment. Set menu structure may vary depending on the firmware version. Settings 1. Select [AK500N-Settings] on the home screen. 2. Set by selecting the desired item. You can also select the setting menu by selecting [ ] on the top, or [Notification bar] screen at the bottom of the screen. Ethernet Connect of disable the wired network. - Auto IP: IP is set automatically. - Manual IP: Set by directly entering information such as IP address, DNS.
Sound Equalizer: Set the equalizer to suit your tastes. - PRO EQ: Recommend Preset EQ by experts - USER EQ: Change the height of the equalizer on your tastes Sound In/out: Connect or disconnect Sound in/out If Sound In/Out is connected to Digital In(Coax, OPT, AES /EBU, BNC), you cannot output the sound as ‘Digital Out’. - If you select ‘Digital In’ on the ‘Sound In/Out’ select screen, you cannot select ‘Digital out’.
Screen Screen Brightness: Set the brightness of the screen. Screen Off: Set the screen off time in 6 steps. Server/Player Server/Playe : Server/Player function is available. MQS Server/Player Setting : Set Network server & player specific features. - 500N Server : If you turn off the network server, AK500N is not found in other product. - Network Server Name : Set the name of the server. - 500N Player : If you turn off the network player, AK500N is not found in other product.
Update System Update: Updates the system when there is a new update. System Information System Information: You can check the model number of the product, Firmware version, Memory usage information, the license of the product, and you can munt the microSD card/USB Storage or delete the data. Formatting the microSD card will delete all the data Initialization Database Initialization: Initialize the database within the product.
Connecting to the network Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wired network 1. If you press and hold [ ] in the notification bar, or turns on [Settings – Wireless Network], the AP lists of available connection appear. 2. If you choose the AP to connect, the wireless network will be connected. - You may need to type the key index and network key according to the AP setting. 3. If you press and hold [Modify Network] with the connected AP, you can modify the AP history. 1.
Setting the equalizer Setting the equalizer 1. Activate the equalizer menu at [Settings – Sound – Equalizer]. 2. Press [PRO EQ] on the bottom. 3. Select [Create] on the bottom. 4. Set the name of the equalizer, and select [OK]. 5. Set by changing the height of the equalizer to suit your tastes.
Reset Equalizer Renaming the equalizer 1. Press [ ] to reset the equalizer. 1. Press [Rename] on the bottom of the equalizer, and type a new name. 2. If you press [OK] after typing a new name of the equalizer, the name of the equalizer will be changed. Deleting Equalizer 1. Select the equalizer you want to delete. 2. Press [Delete] on the bottom of the equalizer, and press [OK] to delete the selected equalizer.
Trouble shooting Check! 1. The device won’t turn on. Please check if the power supply is correctly connected. 2. The operation of the product is unstable. If you press and hold the power button on the side longer than 10 seconds, the product will be turned off. Please turn on the product again and check. 3. The screen turns off repeatedly. After a certain period time, the screen turns off to reduce power consumption when playing the file. Set the time on [Settings – Power- Screen off]. 4.
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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 1cm 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.
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