DREAMUS PPM12 AK70 MKII User Manual

IRIVER LIMITED AK70 MKII

User Manual

PPM12 INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide
Package Contents  PPM12 at a Glance  Power Management  Charging  Connections  Firmware Upgrade 02 03 04 05 06 11 Getting Started _01 Basic Operations  Home Screen  Notification Bar  Store AK Connect  Listening to Music  Playlist Management  USB DAC Installation How to Use USB Audio  CD Ripping Using Bluetooth  Settings Connecting to a Wireless Network  Equalizer Setup 12 14 15 18 19 25 31 34 35 36 38 40 45 46 Using the Device _02 Safety Precautions  Troubleshooting  Copyright  Certifications  Specifications  Registered Trademarks  Disclaimers 49 50 52 52 54 55 55 Miscellaneous _03 CONTENTS
User Guide PPM12 microSD Card Slot Cover Micro-USB Cable Protective Film: Protect the device and its screen.  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
Earphones:      - Earphone symbol.  Output sound to connected earphones. Power:      - Power symbol. Turn the screen on and off. Long press - Turn the device on and off. Balanced Out:        - Balanced Out symbol 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:           - DC power symbol  Connect to a computer or recharge the  device. You can enjoy USB audio by connecting with a portable  USB DAC (refer to p. 35). Previous/Rewind: Play the previous song or restart the song. Long press - Rewind. Play/Pause: Play or Pause a song. Long press - Show the playback screen. User Guide The appearance of the product as well as the printed and  engraved information may vary depending on the model. PPM12 at a Glance microSD  Card Slot Home Button LCD Touchscreen Volume Previous/  Rewind Play/Pause  Next/ Fast-Forward Earphone Jack 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.  43) 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. 43) 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  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:      -  microSD card slot symbol Insert a microSD card and access its files. Home Button: Show the home screen. Getting Started 4
1. Connect the device to the PC using the supplied Micro USB  cable. Charging starts. 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. Charging time: up to 8 hours (fully discharge, power OFF) You may have to turn on a computer to start charging depending on  computer specifications. When charging via PC connection, the charging time may vary  depending on whether the device is turned on or off. If a computer goes into standby/sleep mode, the device may not be  charged depending on computer specifications. The built-in battery will gradually lose capacity over time according  to the number of charges/discharges. Do not use any micro-USB cable other than the one supplied with  the device. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Charging time: up to 4 hours (fully discharge, power OFF) When using a high-speed charger that is supported with various  voltages such as 5V/9V/12V, the charging may not proceed normally  and it may cause the product to malfunction. Getting Started 5 Charging using PC Charging using the adapter 1. Charging is possible by using the 5V 2A output adapter  (sold separately). Charging
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 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) Astell & Kern balanced cable (PEF12, PEF21) is not supported. Getting Started 6
User Guide  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) 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. 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 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. 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. 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. Getting Started 8
Insert/Remove a microSD Card 1. Refer to the diagram and  gently insert a microSD  card into the microSD  card slot. 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. User Guide  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. Getting Started 9
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. User Guide  Recommended microSD Cards  Brand : SanDisk, Transcend Getting Started 10
Refer to page 45 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. 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  Moving a list in the home screen 1. You can move the list by dragging  the home screen [up] / [down]. 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 Launches AK Connect. Currently playing song information. View the list of songs by different  search options. 1    AK CONNECT 2     Current Song 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 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 3 4 5 6 7 Notification  1 Bar 2     Using the Device  15
User Guide Expand or collapse the  notification bar by dragging the  bar down or up, respectively. 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. Notification Bar Wi-Fi Bluetooth EQ 1 2 3 4 5 Gapless Press [  ] to turn Gapless Playback Playback on or off. 6 Line Out Turn Line Out on or off. 7 Wi-Fi Speakers Turn Wi-Fi speakers on or off.  (Must be on the same network.)  (The icon will become enabled  when AK Connect is turned on.) 8 Notifications  Display Notification contents are  displayed in this area. 9 File Search Enter keywords to display a list of items containing the  search terms. 10 Settings Displays a list of settings. Using the Device  16
Long-press [       /  /    /  /     ] to move to the corresponding  screen. User Guide Mode Screen Lock Play Mode Repeat Mode USB Audio Ripper Power Screen  Brightness 11 12 13 14 15 16 PC Connection   Select the appropriate mode Press  [  ]  to  turn  the  screen lock  on or off. The volume wheel is disabled  when the screen lock icon is activated. 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. Please turn on or off USB audio  output after connecting the device  with the portable USB DAC  (refer to p. 35). Turn the CD Ripper on or off.  (Enabled  when connected to  the AK CD Ripper.) 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
Refer to page 45 of the manual for more information on connecting  to a wireless network. 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 7/8/10 (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 PPM12 can  access and play back music  files stored on  a computer on the same network as well as output sound  through Astell&Kern speakers. AK  CONNECT Connecting to the AK Connect Server  1. Turn on the server  and connect to          the same network as the PPM12.  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 PPM12 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 45 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. If you do streaming and download at the same time, it may slow  down the device’s response time depending on the speed of Wi-Fi  network or server. 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 PPM12. 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 PPM12. 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 PPM12 Using the Device 22
User Guide  Example 2 Example 3 AK500N LIBRARY REMOTE SPEAKER AK T1 PPM12 REMOTE & LIBRARY PPM12 SPEAKER AK500N Using the Device 23
User Guide  Example 4 Example 5 LIBRARY SPEAKER AK T1 PPM12 AK500N REMOTE SPEAKER AK T1 LIBRARY PPM12 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 [8~192kHz(8/16/24bit)], DSD 64/128 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 from the playlist. : 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 User Guide  Music Player Screen Return to the previous screen. Display album covers. Press the album cover to show  additional functions. Previous Screen Album Cover 1 2 Using the Device 29
User Guide Lyrics for the current song. Add the current song to a playlist. Indicates song duration. 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. Displays the current playlist. Displays current song information. Indicates the song’s total duration.  Press to switch from elapsed  time to remaining time. 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. Add to Playlist Song Progress Details Title Artist Play/Pause Song Duration Progress Bar Previous/  Rewind Next/ Fast-Forward 3            Lyrics 4 5 6 7 8 9 10       Playlist 11 Details 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 (32/64-bit) / Windows 7 (32/64-bit) /  Windows 8 (32/64-bit) / Windows 10(32bit/64bit)  OS X 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: 44.1 kHz – 96 kHz  Bit Rate: 16-bit/24-bit Control the volume with the PPM12's volume wheel. The USB DAC functionality allows the PPM12 to be recognized as a sound card on a computer. Music from the Installation  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. 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 How to Use  USB Audio You can enjoy USB audio by linking with a portable amp and  DAC available in the market. How to Link Portable USB DAC 1. Connect the device’s micro USB jack with the portable  USB DAC with dedicated cable. 2. Press [    ] after scrolling  down the notification bar. 3. Once [ ] is activated, you can enjoy the music through  the portable USB DAC’s audio output jack. How to Change USB Audio DSD Output Type You can change the output type of DSD data coming out of  USB audio. 1. Select a DSD output type on [  - USB audio]. PCM: The device’s DSD is converted into PCM and comes  out through USB audio. DoP: The device’s DSD is converted into DoP and comes  out through USB audio. The micro USB cable that comes packaged with the device is  available for power recharging only by connecting with the PC. For instructions on the dedicated cable, please refer to the manual  of the portable USB DAC manufacturer. The portable USB DAC must be able to receive digital input through  the micro USB’s OTG. Output may not be made properly depending on the digital input  specs of the micro USB of the portable USB DAC. This is not a defect  in the device and not a ground for exchange or refund. In the case of using DoP as a DSD output type, no sound may come  out except noise depending on the specs of the portable USB DAC. Using the Device  35
User Guide CD Ripping Connect the AK Ripper (sold separately) to rip CDs. Turning the AK Ripper On/Off 1. You can use the AK ripper once you connect the device  with the AK ripper and press [ ] after scrolling  down the  notification bar. 2. 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.   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. Using the Device  36
To search the Gracenote database, the PPM12 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  37
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 PPM12 prior to use. Refer  to the Bluetooth device's instruction  manual for details. 1. Select [ ] from the Notification  Bar, 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. Using the Device  38
Bluetooth Support Specifications  Profile: A2DP, aptX Device performance may be affected during Hi-Fi playback.  (48 kHz or lower is recommended.) 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  39
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 45 of the manual for more information on setting a  wireless network. Refer to [Using Bluetooth] on page 38 of the manual for more  information on setting up a Bluetooth connection. AK CONNECT  Set whether to use AK Connect. Using the Device 40
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. Display Balanced Out  You can display Balanced Out on the volume screen. 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 [64/128] Using the equalizer may negatively affect device performance.  Refer to pages 46 - 48 of the manual for more information on using  the equalizer. Using the Device 41
User Guide  Left-Right Balance  Adjust the left-right balance for earphones/headphones.   CD Ripping Set the automatic CD ripping function as well as the file  format and ripping speed.   USB Audio It sets up the output type of DSD coming out through the  portable USB DAC.   Screen Brightness  Adjust screen brightness settings.   Theme  Change the theme.   Date & Time  Set the current date and time.   Device Name  Set the name of the device. The maximum name length is 30 characters. Using the Device 42
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. User Guide  Language  Select the display language. Supported languages: English, Korean, Japanese,  Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), French, Russian, German   Keyboard  Select the keyboard language. Supported languages: English, Korean, Japanese,  Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Russian   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.   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.   Download  Select a folder for downloaded files. Using the Device 43
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 44
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 13 are supported (but channels 12 and 13 are not supported for FCC)  Using the Device 45
User Guide Equalizer Setup Equalizer Setup 1. Long-press  [EQ] from theNotification Bar, or turn onthe feature from [  - Equalizer].2. Press [Pro] from the drop-downlist and select [Add New]. Using the Device 46 3. Enter a name for the customEQ settings and select [Add].
Reset Equalizer 1. Select the desired EQ setting  and select [Reset] to revert the  EQ to its default settings. Using the Device 47 User Guide  4. Adjust the frequencies according  to the user's preferences.
User Guide Delete Equalizer 1. Select [Delete] and choose the desired EQ setting for deletion. 2. Press [Confirm] to complete process. Using the Device 48 Rename Equalizer 1. Select [Rename] and enter a new name for the EQ setting.2. Press [Rename] to complete the process.
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 (-10℃ - 50℃; 14°F - 122°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 49
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 thedevice 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.  If playing for extended periods, the device can be very hot,  so please keep in mind when using. Miscellaneous 59
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 checkthat the USB port is functioning properly.Check that the USB cable is connected correctly. 3. The computer won't recognize the device or an erroroccurs 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 periodto 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, andmake 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 acertain 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 51
User Guide Certifi-  cations 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  repr oduced in any format or by any means without the prior   appr oval 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.  T he user accepts all legal responsibility for the unauthorized   r eproduction 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,  i nstitution, 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. © 1999-2017 iriver Limited. All rights reserved. The PPM12 was designed and audio-tuned under the  advisement of MSD. 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  a nd all other areas. The highest reported SAR value for body is 0.642 W/kg.The EUT only can be closed to human body when it in normal operation because only body SAR was evaluated, and etc. FCCID: QDMPPM12 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is  su bject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause  h armful interference, and  (2) this device must accept any  interfere nce received, including interference that may cause  undesired ope ration.  Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment.Miscellaneous 52
User Guide (b) For a Class B digital device or peripheral, the instructions furnished the user shall include the following or similar statement, placed in a prominent location in the text of the manual: NOTE: This equipment  has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency  energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined  by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to  correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help 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. The use of  accessories that do not satisfy these requirements may not comply  with CE RF exposure requirements, and should be avoided. 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 bodyworn 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 53
User Guide Specifi- cations 64GB[NAND] Windows 7,8,10(32/64bit)  MAC OS X 10.7. and up General Specifications Storage Capacity Built-in Memory External Memory  microSD (Max. 128 GB) x 1 Battery Capacity  2,500mAh 3.7V Li-Polymer Battery Supported OS Supported OS Model PPM12 Body Color Misty Mint Body Material Aluminum Display 3.3-inch WVGA (480x800) Touch Screen Supported Audio WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE (Normal, High, Fast), Formats AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF Sampling Rate FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF : 8kHz ~ 192kHz (8/16/24bits per Sample) DSD : DSD64, Stereo/ DSD128, Stereo Output Level Unbalance 2.3 Vrms/ Balance 2.3 Vrms (Condition No Load) DAC Cirrus Logic CS4398 x 2 (Dual DAC) Decoding Support up to 24bit / 192kHz 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) / Balanced Out (2.5 mm, only 4-pole supported) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) Bluetooth V4.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, aptX) Dimensions 2.47" (62.8mm) x 3.81" (96.8mm) x 0.60" (15.2mm) Weight 5.26oz(149g) Feature Enhancements Firmware Upgrade Supported (OTA) Operating Temperature -10℃ ~ + 50℃ (14℉ ~ 122℉) Miscellaneous 54
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.  Th ere is no warranty against data loss due to the use of this  pr oduct. Registered Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 and Windows Media Player are trademarks of Trademarks Microsoft  Corp. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose  of used batteries according to the instructions. Miscellaneous 55

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