INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide
CONTENTS Getting Started _01 What's in the Box? 02 AK100 at a Glance 02 Powering Up & Charging 04 Connecting & Syncing 05 Using iriver Plus 4 09 Basics _02 Basic Operation 13 Listening to Music 13 Bluetooth Setup 15 Settings 17 Troubleshooting and Other Resources _03 Safety Precautions 19 Troubleshooting 20 Copyright 21 Certification 22 Registered Trademarks 22 Addendum 22
User Guide What's in the Box? Components may be changed without notice to improve the performance or quality of the product. AK100 Pouch Micro USB cable Quick start guide & warranty information Pouch: Use the pouch to protect the AK100 from scratches. Micro USB cable: Connect the Micro USB cable to a PC to charge the AK100. Quick start guide: Basic guide to using the AK100. Warranty information: Please keep the AK100 warranty in a safe place in the event your AK100 needs servicing.
User Guide Previous/ Rewind Play/Pause Next/ Fast forward Volume Touch LCD Earphone / OPTICAL OUT Port: Plug in the earphone and output sound through the earphone jack. Use an optical cable to play music stored in the product on an external device with a SPDIF-IN (Optical Audio) port. Power: Short Press - Power the LCD screen on and off. Long Press - Power the device on and off.
User Guide Powering Up & Charging Power on/off ] power on/off key to power on. 1. Press and hold the [ 2. During stand-by mode, Press and hold the [ ] power on/off key to power off. This product has an automatic power saving function to prevent excessive battery consumption. If there is no key operation within the prescribed period [Settings - power settings - automatically turn off], the device will be automatically powered off. (See page 18) Power on/off the screen 1.
User Guide Charging 1. Turn on your PC or Mac. 2. Use the Micro USB cable and connect the AK100 to the computer to automatically charge the built-in battery. Use only the Micro USB cable included with the product to ensure safe operation. Check that it is connected to a high-power USB 2.0 port. Connecting to a low-power USB port (some keyboards, USB hubs without their own power supply, etc.), may prevent normal charging. Once the computer goes into standby mode, the device may not be charged.
User Guide - Connect a removable disk: Transfer data while connected to a computer. Connect the computer and the AK100 when all functions are stopped. Use only the Micro USB cable provided with the AK100 to ensure safe operation. Connect the computer and the Micro USB cable only after all functions of the AK100 have been stopped. Check that the AK100 is connected to a high-power USB 2.0 port. Connecting to a keyboard or a USB hub without its own power supply may prevent normal operation.
User Guide Copy files & folders to the AK100 1. To copy a file/folder from the computer, select the file and use the drag & drop method to add the files to the device. Please connect the Micro USB cable properly. Please use caution when copying or moving files. If the computer or product is powered off or the Micro USB cable is removed while the file/folder is being copied or moved, data may be lost or become seriously damaged. Transmission speed may vary depending on the computer and the OS environment.
User Guide Insert/remove the Micro SD card 1. Gently push to insert the SD card in the SD card slot as shown in the figure while the product is powered off. 2. Gently press the Micro SD card again to remove it. Slot2 Slot1 Recommended SD Cards Brand: SanDisk, Transcend Insert/remove the Micro SD card when the product is powered off. To avoid damage, do not apply excessive force when inserting the Micro SD card. Do not remove the Micro SD card while in use.
User Guide Improper handling of the Micro SD card may cause damage to the AK100 or to the Micro SD card. Use of an unauthorized Micro SD card may result in malfunction of the AK100. Transfer speed of the Micro SD card may vary depending on the PC status. Formatting the Micro SD card deletes all data. Please back up the card before formatting it. Please format the Micro SD card as FAT. Please format any Micro SD card that is not recognized or may cause damage to the AK100 or to the Micro SD card.
User Guide Installing 1. Run the iriver plus 4 installation program stored in the internal memory of the device. The program installation instruction dialog will be displayed. 2. Follow the instructions to complete the iriver Plus 4 installation. iriver plus 4 may also be downloaded from the iriver homepage (www.iriver.com).
User Guide Extracting media from CD 1. Insert a music CD in the CD drive, and run iriver plus 4. 2. Select the check box for the music to extract from the [CD] tab of iriver plus 4, and select [CD ripping] at the bottom of the window. 3. When music extraction is completed, select [All music] to check that the extracted music has been added to the library. Sending media to the product 1. Use the Micro USB cable to connect the AK100 to the computer’s USB terminal and run iriver plus 4. 2.
User Guide Once files in the AK100 are deleted, they cannot be recovered. Please back up all files before initializing the disk. Upgrading the firmware 1. Use the Micro USB cable to connect the AK100 to the USB terminal of the Internet connected computer, and run iriver plus 4. 2. Select [Device - Update firmware], and update the software according to the information window. If the battery is low, software update may not be completed.
User Guide Basic Operation Using the touch LCD 1. The AK100 incorporates a touchscreen LCD that operates by touching the screen. Simply touch the desired icon on the screen to execute. Moving up/down in the list 1. Change the list order by dragging the list screen [down up] / [up down]. Using a sharp object or applying excessive force when touching the screen may cause serious damage. Listening to Music Selecting Music 1. Touch the screen to display the function window. 2.
User Guide Listening to music - Turn the [Volume wheel] to adjust the volume. - Press [ ] during playback to pause, press [ ] to restart. + Press the AK100's [ ] key to pause/restart. - Press [ / ] during playback to play the previous /next music. + Alternatively, press the AK100's [ / ] key to play the previous/next music. - Press and hold the [ / ] key during playback to rewind/fast forward. + Alternatively, press the AK100's [ / ] key to rewind /fast forward.
User Guide Music option 1. Press [ ] in the waiting screen or during playback to display the list of options. 2. Select the desired menu and set upto your preference. 3. Press [ ] to display the previous screen, and press [ ] to display the music playback screen. Equalizer: Set up the equalizer as desired. + Set up the equalizer by adjusting its add/gain levels. Playlist: Add the currently playing music to the playlist. + Press [ ] to add to a playlist.
User Guide Dial and receive calls while Bluetooth is connected Receiving: After displaying the information, it automatically disconnects when accepting calls. Calling: Automatically disconnects it when making a call. Disconnecting Bluetooth 1. Press the connected device to disconnect. Deleting Bluetooth 1. Select Bluetooth from the Bluetooth list and drag it to the left to display the menu list. 2. Press [ ] to delete Bluetooth from the list and press [ ] to hide the menu list.
User Guide The following malfunctions or noise may occur depending on the use environment and its charging state. - When the user is wearing a Bluetooth headset while holding the AK100 or holding the AK100 in one hand and a cell phone in the other.
User Guide Languages - Select the preferred language Display - Adjust the screen brightness. Power - Auto Power Off: If the AK100 stays idle for a certain amount of time, power will be automatically turned off. - Backlight Off: If the device stays idle for a specified period of time, the screen will be turned off. Bluetooth - Use a Bluetooth supported devices to enjoy music wirelessly. (For details on setup, see [Connecting Bluetooth] on page 15.
User Guide Safety Precautions Related to the AK100 - Failure to change the screen image may result in permanent discoloration. - Do not put or drop metals or flammable foreign materials on the AK100 (coins, hairpins, matches, lighter fluid). - Do not put heavy objects on the AK100. - If the AK100 becomes wet (beverages, medicines, sweat), DO NOT power on the AK100. Wipe the AK100 dry with a soft cloth and take it to the nearest iriver service center.
User Guide Other - Do not use the headphone/earphone or operate the product while operating a bicycle, automobile or motorcycle. It is not only dangerous but violates the law in some regions. - Do not use the AK100 while driving, walking or hiking. - To avoid accidents, only use the AK100 in a safe place. - Do not use the AK100 during thunderstorms. - Use the lowest volume setting that is comfortable. Prolonged exposure to high volume may cause hearing loss.
User Guide + The screen turns off repeatedly. - To reduce power consumption during file playback, the screen will be turned off after a certain period. Set up time in [Settings - Power setting - Turn off the screen]. + The screen does not look normal. - Check for any foreign material on the screen. + There is no sound or there is static. - Check if the volume is set to [0]. - Check if the earphone terminal is properly connected and remove any foreign material from the terminal.
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