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Astell & Kern AK300 User Manual

Astell & Kern AK300
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INSTRUCTION BOOK
AK300
User Guide
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Astell & Kern AK300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelAK300
CategoryMedia Player
DACCirrus Logic CS4398
Storage Capacity64GB
External MemorymicroSD (up to 256GB)
Display4.0-inch WVGA (800 x 480) Touchscreen
Supported Audio FormatsWAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, MP3, AAC, OGG, WMA, DSD
Output Level2.0Vrms
Output Impedance
THD+N0.0007% (1kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio116dB @ 1kHz
Battery Lifeup to 12 hours
Weight200g
ConnectivityWi-Fi
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Battery3, 100mAh 3.7V Li-Polymer Battery

Summary

Package Contents

Leather Case (with warranty) & Protective Film

Describes protective items for the device and screen.

Micro-USB Cable

Connects device to computer or charges it.

Quick Start Guide & Warranty Card

Basic overview and warranty information.

User Guide

Explains where to download the full user guide.

MicroSD Card Slot Cover

Protects the microSD card slot when not in use.

AK300 at a Glance

Earphones / Optical Port

Outputs sound to connected earphones or external devices via optical cable.

Power

Turns the screen on/off and the device on/off.

Balanced Out

Outputs sound to balanced audio earphones/headphones.

Micro-USB Port

Connects to a computer or for charging.

Expansion Unit Balanced Out

Outputs sound to an expansion device with balanced audio.

Previous/Rewind

Plays previous song or rewinds playback.

Play/Pause

Plays or pauses the current song.

Next/Fast-Forward

Skips to the next song or fast-forwards.

LCD Touchscreen

Provides touch control for device operations.

Volume

Controls audio volume using the wheel.

microSD Card Slot

Allows insertion of microSD cards for file access.

Home Button

Returns the user to the main home screen.

Power Management

Turn On/Off

Instructions for powering the device on and off.

Turn the Screen On/Off

Instructions for turning the display on and off.

Charging

Charging using PC

Details how to charge the device via a computer's USB port.

Charging using the adapter

Explains charging with a separate 5V 2A adapter.

Connections

Earphones/Headphones

Connects standard earphones or headphones to the device.

Balanced Earphones/Headphones

Connects balanced audio headphones to the device.

Balanced Audio Device

Connects to external audio devices using specific ports.

Optical Out

Connecting to a Computer

Media Device (USB Drive)

Transferring files between PC and device.

DAC input

Listening to PC music via the device.

Disconnecting from the Computer

Copy Files/Folders to the Device

Delete Files/Folders on the Device

Insert/Remove a microSD Card

Recommended microSD Cards

Notes on inserting 128GB microSD card

Precautions for inserting high-capacity microSD cards.

Notes on removing a microSD card

Steps for safely removing a microSD card.

Miscellaneous

General notes on microSD card usage and compatibility.

Firmware Upgrade

Wi-Fi Update / OTA (Over-the-Air)

Process for updating firmware wirelessly.

Basic Operations

LCD Touchscreen

How to interact with the device using the touchscreen.

Return to the Home Screen

Steps to navigate back to the main home screen.

Navigating Up/Down in a List

Home Screen

Current Song

Displays information about the currently playing song.

AK CONNECT

Launches the AK Connect feature.

Search Options

Accesses different methods to search for songs.

Notification Bar

Wi-Fi

Controls the Wi-Fi connection status.

Bluetooth

Controls the Bluetooth connection status.

EQ

Toggles the Equalizer feature on or off.

Gapless Playback

Enables or disables gapless audio playback.

Line Out

Controls the device's line out functionality.

Wi-Fi Speakers

Manages connection to Wi-Fi enabled speakers.

Notifications Display

Area where notification messages are shown.

File Search

Searches for files using keywords.

Settings

Accesses the device's settings menu.

PC Connection Mode

Screen Lock

Play Mode

Repeat Mode

Ripper Power

Cradle & AMP

Screen Brightness

Purchasing Music from a Store

Purchasing Music

Steps to connect to a network and buy music from the store.

AK CONNECT

MQS Streaming Server Installation

Guide to installing the MQS Streaming Server software.

Connecting to the AK Connect Server

Steps to establish a connection with the AK Connect Server.

Streaming and Downloading from the Music Server

Downloading

Process for downloading music files from the server.

Selecting Speakers

AK Connect Usage Examples

Demonstrates various scenarios for using AK Connect with speakers.

Example 2

Example 3

Example 4

Example 5

Listening to Music

Selecting Music

How to choose music for playback from lists.

Playback Controls

Details on operating playback functions like play, pause, skip, and volume.

Playlist Screen

Current Location

Indicates the current navigation point in the menu.

Play All

Plays all songs from the current playlist.

Playlist

Displays the current playlist.

List Sorting

Selects criteria for sorting the playlist.

List View

Chooses how album lists are displayed.

Music Options

Applies various options to the playlist.

Music Player Screen

Album Cover Interaction

Displays album art and provides access to more functions.

Music Controls

Detailed controls for lyrics, adding to playlist, song details, and playback.

Playlist Management

Creating a Playlist

Steps to create a new playlist and name it.

Adding a Song to a Playlist

How to add songs to an existing playlist.

Removing a Song from a Playlist

Editing the Playlist Order

Playing a Playlist

Renaming a Playlist

Deleting a Playlist

USB DAC Installation

USB DAC Specifications

Lists supported operating systems and audio formats for USB DAC.

CD Ripping

Turning the AK Ripper On/Off

Instructions for powering the AK Ripper accessory on and off.

Automatic CD Ripping

Describes the automated process of ripping CDs.

Manual CD Ripping

Details the steps for manual CD ripping.

CD Ripping Results

Using Bluetooth

Turning Bluetooth On/Off

Steps to enable or disable Bluetooth on the device.

Bluetooth Pairing

Guide to pairing the device with Bluetooth accessories.

Terminating a Bluetooth Connection

How to disconnect from a paired Bluetooth device.

Removing a Bluetooth Pairing

Bluetooth Support Specifications

Details about Bluetooth profiles and performance considerations.

Settings

Wi-Fi

Configuration for wireless network connections.

Bluetooth

Configuration for Bluetooth device connections.

AK CONNECT

Setting to enable or disable the AK Connect feature.

Equalizer

Gapless Playback

Line Out

Left-Right Balance

Amp

CD Ripping

Screen Brightness

Theme

Date & Time

Device Name

Language

Keyboard

Power

USB Connection

Download

Update

System Information

System Restore

Connecting to a Network

Wi-Fi

Steps to connect the device to a wireless network.

Equalizer Setup

Custom EQ settings

Creating and saving personalized equalizer presets.

Adjust the frequencies

Resetting the Equalizer

Deleting an Equalizer

Renaming an Equalizer

Safety Precautions

Device

Safety guidelines for handling the device itself.

Other

General safety advice for device usage in various situations.

Troubleshooting

The device won't turn on

Solutions for the device failing to power on.

The device will not charge

Troubleshooting steps for charging issues.

The computer won't recognize the device

Solutions for PC connectivity recognition problems.

The screen turns off repeatedly

Addressing unexpected screen timeouts.

The screen does not display images properly

Solutions for display issues or debris on the screen.

There is no sound, or there is static/interference

Troubleshooting audio playback problems.

A file does not play, or the product is unstable

Solutions for issues with specific files or product instability.

Copyright

Certifications

Specifications

General Specifications

Overview of product name, model, body, display, and connectivity.

Audio Specifications

Details on audio performance, frequency response, and impedance.

Storage Capacity

Information on built-in and external memory.

Battery Capacity

Specifies the battery type and capacity.

Supported OS

Lists operating systems compatible with the device.

Registered Trademarks

Disclaimers

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