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  • Page 1 PPF31 INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Getting Started Package Contents Desc ription of Each Part Po wer Management Char ging Connections Firm ware Upgrade Using the Device Basic Operations Home Screen N otification Bar Purchasing Music from Store AK CONNECT Listening to Music Manage Playlist USB DAC Installation How to Use USB Audio Automatic CD Ripping...

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    User Guide Contents may be changed without prior notice to improve the Package performance or quality of the product. Contents PPF31 Protective Film Quick Start Guide & Warranty Card Type-C USB Cable Micro SD Card Slot Cover Protective Film: Protects the product’s screen. Type-C USB Cable: Connects the product to the P C or charges the product.

  • Page 4: Ription Of Each Part Po

    User Guide Description The appearance of the product as well as the printed and engraved information may vary depending on the model. of Each Part Balanced Port for 3.5mm Unbalanced Port External Devices microSD card slot 2.5mm Balanced Port Type-C USB Port Next/FF Replay/Pause Power/...
  • Page 5 User Guide Previous/Rewind: Short press - Plays the previous song or restarts the song. Long press - Rewinds. Play/Pause: Short press - Plays/pauses. Long press - Returns to the playback screen. Next/FF: Short press - Plays the next music. Long press - Fast-forwards. Home Button: Returns to the home screen.

  • Page 6: Wer Management Char

    User Guide Power Turning on/off Power Manage- 1. Long-press the [Power/Volume] to turn on the device. 2. While the device is on, long-press the [Power/Volume] to ment shut down the device. A confirmation message will appear. 3. Press [Confirm] to turn off the device. This device has an automatic shutdown feature to save battery po wer.

  • Page 7: Ging

    User Guide Charging Charging Via PC 1. Connecting to PC via Type-C USB cable will also charge the product. Charging Time: Maximum 8 hours (Completely run-down and pow er-off) Depending on the PC specifications, the charging process may require turning on the PC. When charging via PC connection, the charging time may vary dep ending on whether the device is turned on or off.

  • Page 8: Connections Firm

    User Guide Connec- 3.5mm Unbalance Port tions 1. Connect earphones or headphones to the 3.5mm unbalanced port. Connect to the 2.5mm Balanced Port 1. Connect earphones and headphones to the 2.5mm balance port. Balanced Audio Device 1. Connect to an external audio device by using the Earphones port and Balanced port in conjunction.
  • Page 9 User Guide Connecting to PC 1. Turn on the device and your PC. 2. Connecting the product to PC using Type-C USB cable will follow the [Menu - USB Connection] settings. Media Device (USB Drive): Transfer files from a PC to the device.
  • Page 10 User Guide Copy Files (Folders) to the Product 1. To copy files/folders from your computer, select the desired files/folders and drag & drop them into the USB device. Connect the Type-C USB cable correctly. Turning off the product or disconnecting the Type-C USB cable while copying or moving files/folders may cause serious damage to the memory.
  • Page 11 User Guide Delete Files (or Folders) from the Product 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 files/folders. Insert/Remove a Micro SD Card 1. Refer to the diagram and gently insert a micro SD card into the micro SD card slot.
  • Page 12 User Guide Recommended micro SD Cards Micro SD: SanDisk, Transcend Maximum Capacity: 256GB Notes on Inserting Micro SD Card When inserting the micro SD card, do not use excessive force. This may cause the product and the card to malfunction. Do not repeatedly insert/remove the micro SD card.

  • Page 13: Ware Upgrade

    User Guide Firmware Wi-Fi Update / OTA (Over-the-Air) Upgrade 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.

  • Page 14: Using The Device

    User Guide 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. To prevent damage to the screen, do not use a sharp object or exce ssive force.
  • Page 15 User Guide Menus 1. Touch and drag to the right and left in the home screen to display menus. Notification Bar 1. Touch and drag up and down on the home screen to display the notification bar. Using the Device...
  • Page 16 User Guide View Current Playlist 1. Touch and drag right and left on the home screen to display the current playlist. Now Playing Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text...
  • Page 17 User Guide Moving Up/Down on the List Now Playing 1. Scroll through the list by dragging Title Text Sub text up and down. Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text Title Text Sub text...

  • Page 18: Home Screen N

    User Guide Home Screen Menus Displays menus. Details Displays current song information. Indicates the song’s total duration. Song Duration Press to switch from elapsed time to remaining time. Current Album Goes to the album of the current song. Add to Playlist Add the selected song to the playlist.
  • Page 19 User Guide Displays the artist and the album. Artist/Album Short press: Plays the previous Previous/ song. Rewind Long press: Rewinds the current song. Playback Screen Displays the playback screen. Display album covers. Press the Album Cover album cover to view the lyrics. Shows the progress bar.

  • Page 20: Otification Bar

    User Guide Notifi- cation DA C Flicking Line Out Balanced Out CD ripping connected Clear 00:00 15:24 16bit / 44.1kHz Title Artist / Album title Using the Device...
  • Page 21 User Guide Wi-Fi Press [ ] to turn Wi-Fi ON/ OFF. Press [ ] to turn Bluetooth Bluetooth Set AK Connect. AK CONNECT Press [ ] to turn the EQ ON/OFF. The most recent EQ settings are applied by default. Select the mode to use when PC Connection connected to a PC.
  • Page 22 User Guide Displays a list of settings. Settings Brightness Use the adjustment bar to control the display brightness. Volume Adjust the volume with the volume control. Notification contents are Notification displayed in this area. s Display Deletes the notifications. Delete Notifications ] Long-press them to move to the corresponding screen.

  • Page 23: Purchasing Music From Store

    User Guide Purchasing Conveniently purchase music from the Store when connected to a wireless network. Music fro m Store Purchasing Music 1. Connect to a wireless network. 2. Select [Store] from the menu. 3. Select the desired store. 4. Check the user guide or help menu within each store for detailed information.

  • Page 24: Ak Connect

    User Guide The PPF31 can access and play back music files stored on a AK CON P C on the same network as well as output sound through A NECT stell&Kern speakers. MQS Streaming Server Installation 1. Visit the Astell&Kern website and download the server installer that corresponds to your operating system.
  • Page 25 User Guide 4. A list of servers on the same AK Connect network as the PPF31 will be Library displayed. Local icon iriverNASserver icon AK 380 icon Speaker Local icon icon 5. Select the search option on the Songs home menu to display the music Title Text Sub text list.
  • Page 26 User Guide Streaming and Downloading from the Music Server 1. Select the search option on the server menu to display the m usic list. 2. Select a song to begin streaming. 3. Press [ ] button at the upper- right corner of the music list. Title Text Sub text 4.
  • Page 27 User Guide AK Connect Usage Examples Case 1 PPF31 AK T1 LIBRARY SPEAKER Case 2 AK500N PPF31 AK T1 LIBRARY REMOTE SPEAKER Using the Device...
  • Page 28 User Guide Case 3 PPF31 AK500N REMOTE & LIBRARY SPEAKER Case 4 PPF31 AK500N AK T1 LIBRARY REMOTE SPEAKER Using the Device...
  • Page 29 User Guide Case 5 PPF31 LIBRARY AK Connect APP REMOTE AK T1 SPEAKER AK500N LIBRARY Using the Device...

  • Page 30: Listening To Music

    User Guide Listening Selecting Music to 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. Select [Folder] to search music by folder. Continuous Playing Time: Approximately 12 hours (Music: FLAC, 1 6bit, 44khz, Unbalanced, LOW Gain, Volume 50, EQ Off, LCD Off) Su pported Formats: PCM [8~384kHz(8/16/24/32bit)]...
  • Page 31 User Guide Press [ ] during playback to pause and [ ] to resume playback. Press [ / ] during playback for the previous/next song. Lo ng-press [ / ] during playback to rewind/fast-forward. Drag the indicator to the desired location during playback. Pres s the Album Cover during playback to show lyrics.
  • Page 32 User Guide Playlist Screen 1 Previous Return to the previous screen. 2 Playlist Displays the playlist for the current location. 3 Music Options Displays all music options. 4 Play All Play all songs from the current playlist. Using the Device...

  • Page 33: Manage Playlist

    User Guide Manage Creating a Playlist Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] on the Home screen to view the playlists. 2. Press [ ] on the upper-right corner, and select [+ Add]. 3. Enter a name for the playlist, and then press [Add] to create a new playlist.

  • Page 34: Playing A Playlist

    User Guide Removing a Song from a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. Album Song Title 아티스트 이름 2. Select the playlist, and then press Image Album Song Title ] at the top of the screen. 아티스트...

  • Page 35: Renaming A Playlist

    User Guide Renaming a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to view the playlists, and press [ 새로 만들기 2. Select a playlist to be renamed. 01 재생목록(Title Text) 3. Press [ T ] at the top of the screen 1곡 / 최근 추가목록 (Sub text) 02 재생목록(Title Text) to display the renamed window.

  • Page 36: Usb Dac Installation

    User Guide USB DAC The USB DAC allows PPF31 to be recognized as a sound card on a PC. Music from the P C is played through the device Installation earphones port for an enhanced listening experience. USB DAC Specifications Supported OS Windows XP(32bit) / Windows 7(32bit/64bit) / Windows 8(32bit/64bit) / Windows 10(32/64bit)

  • Page 37: How To Use Usb Audio

    User Guide Enjoy USB audio by connecting a portable amp and DAC How to available on the market. Use USB Audio How to Link Portable USB DAC 1. Connect the device’s micro USB jack with the portable USB DAC with dedicated cable. 2.

  • Page 38: Automatic Cd Ripping

    User Guide Connect the AK Ripper (sold separately) to rip CDs. Ripping Turning the AK Ripper ON/OFF 1. Connect the micro USB port and the AK ripper of PPF31, and press [ ] to use the AK ripper. 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.
  • Page 39 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.
  • Page 40 User Guide Using Bl Connect a Bluetooth device to listen to music wirelessly. uetooth Turning Bluetooth ON/OFF A Bluetooth device must be paired with the AK320 prior to use. Refer to the Bluetooth device's instruction manual for details. 1. Select [ ] from the home screen, or select [ON/OFF] from [Menu - Bluetooth].
  • Page 41 User Guide Removing a Bluetooth Pairing 1. Press [ ] to the right of the pa ired device to go to settings. 2. Select [Remove Pairing] to complete the process. Bluetooth Support Specifications Profile: A2DP, aptX HD Device performance may be affected during a Hi-Fi playback. Do not turn off the device while connected to Bluetooth.
  • Page 42 User Guide Set up the device according to the user's needs. The settings Settings menu may vary depending on the firmware version. Setup 1. Select [ ] on the notification bar of the home screen. 2. Select the desired item for setup. Wi-Fi Change wireless network settings and turn Wi-Fi ON/OFF.
  • Page 43 User Guide Equalizer Set the equalizer according to the user's preferences. PR O EQ: Preset EQ recommended by professionals. USER EQ: Adjust the frequencies according to the user's prefe rences. Supported Formats for EQ: PCM [8 ~ 192kHz(8/16/24bit)], DSD [2. 9/5.6/11.2MHz] Using the equalizer may negatively affect device performance.
  • Page 44 User Guide The AMP output may be set LOW/HIGH. CD Ripping Set the automatic CD ripping function as well as the file format and ripping speed. USB Connection Media Device (USB Drive): Select the mode to use when connected to a PC. DAC Input: Listen to music on the device through a connected PC.
  • Page 45 User Guide Language Select the display language. Supported languages: English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), French, Russian, German Keyboard 키Select the keyboard language. Supported languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Russian Power Automatic power off: If a certain amount of time passes while there is no operation of the product and buttons, i t will be automatically powered off.
  • Page 46 User Guide Update System Update: Update the system when a new version is available. Application Update: Update the default applications ( including the Store) when new versions are available. System Information System Information: View model number, firmware version, and data storage information. The micro SD card can be mounted/dismounted, and data can be deleted.

  • Page 47: Connecting To Wi-Fi

    User Guide Connecting Connecting to a Network to Wi-Fi 1. Long press [ ] from the Notifica tion Bar or select [Menu - Settings - Wi-Fi] to display a list of Access Points (AP). 2. Select the desired AP to connect to the wireless network.

  • Page 48: Equalizer Setup

    User Guide Equalizer Setup Equalizer Setup 1. Select [Menu - Setting - Equalizer]. Equalizer Gain Pro EQ PRO EQ는 변경 하실 수 없습니다. 2. Press [Pro EQ] and select [ + ]. 3. Adjust the frequencies up and Equalizer down according to the user's Gain preferences.
  • Page 49 User Guide 5. Press [Q] tab on top to view the Equalizer PEQ setting screen. Gain User EQ 01 Freq. Gain 0.04 0.06 6. Press [Save] on the bottom. Set Equalizer the equalizer name, and select Gain [Save]. User EQ 01 Freq.
  • Page 50 User Guide Deleting Equalizer 1. Press [Pro EQ] at the upper-left corner of the screen. 2. Press [ ] next to the desired i tem to delete the selected eq ualizer. Renaming an Equalizer 1. Press [Pro EQ] at the upper-left corner of the screen.

  • Page 51: Safety Cautions Troubl

    User Guide Safety Device cautions When a plug is inserted into the earphones, balanced, or USB port, do not apply any force or impact to the plug. Do not insert any metal objects (coins, hairpins, etc.) or flammable debris into the device. Do not place heavy objects on the device.
  • Page 52 User Guide 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). Using poor quality protective films or adhesive stickers on the screen may cause damage.

  • Page 53: Eshooting Copyright C

    User Guide Trouble- Check for solutions to common problems. shooting 1. The device won't turn on. The battery may need to be recharged. Charge the device for at least one hour and try again. Reset the device and try again. (See Page 5.) 2.

  • Page 54: Ertifications Registere

    User Guide 7. A file does not play, or the product is unstable when a c ertain file is used. The following may occur due to the condition of the file: P layback is unstable or difficult. The product may not work normally. The file may sound different from a computer.

  • Page 55: Trademarks Disclai

    User Guide Certifica- KC / FCC / CE / TELEC Class B Device (Communication equipment for residential use): tions This is a Class B Device and is registered for EMC requirements for residential use. This device can be used in residential a reas and all other areas.
  • Page 56 User Guide CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS RE PLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DIS POSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDIN G TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the pa rty responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 57 User Guide Model Specifi PPF31 AK4497 x 2 (Dual DAC) - catio 5.0inch HD 720 x 1280 touch screen NAND 0.5TB (256GB x2) XMOS New version (xCore-200) Battery 3,700mAh (3.8V Li-Polymer Battery) / TBD Key Interface Click wheel (Power on/off, Volume up/down) Home touch key (Front) Play/Pause, Next, Back Key (Left) Audio Format...

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