1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. P Tec Manuals
  4. Portable Stereo System
  5. Pilatus
  6. User manual

P Tec Pilatus User Manual

Dab+, bluetooth, usb host, wlan, cd, spotify
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
P TEC
PILATUS
User Manual
Thank you very much for buying the Pilatus. In order to let you freely
operate the product and fully enjoy the overbalancing happiness it
brings you, we have introduced each function of the player in detail in
this user manual. Please carefully read this user manual before use and
keep for future reference.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Pilatus and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for P Tec Pilatus

  • Page 1 PILATUS User Manual Thank you very much for buying the Pilatus. In order to let you freely operate the product and fully enjoy the overbalancing happiness it brings you, we have introduced each function of the player in detail in this user manual.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Network Requirement 2. Safety Precaution 3. Appearance and Key Description 4. Getting Started 5. Pilatus Functions Main Menu System Settings Internet Radio Spotify Connect Music Player DMR (DLNA streaming) Bluetooth 5.10 5.11 AUX IN 5.12 Sleep 5.13...

  • Page 3: Network Requirement

    Do not attempt to disassembly the Pilatus. • If the Pilatus is not using for a long period of time, disconnect it from the power supply by unplugging the power plug. This is to avoid the risk of fire. Power adapter •...

  • Page 4: Compact Discs

    Never touch the power plug with wet hands and never pull on the power cable when pulling the plug out of the power socket. • Make sure the electrical voltage specified on the Pilatus and its power plug is corresponding to the voltage of the power socket. Incorrect voltage will destroy the device.

  • Page 5: Appearance And Key Description

    Never use any harsh or strong solvents to clean the Pilatus since these may damage the surface of the device. Dry, soft cloth is appropriate, however, if the Pilatus is extremely dirty, it may be wiped off with a slightly moist cloth. Make sure the device is dried off after cleaning.
  • Page 6 Description Functions Play CD IR receiver Receive infrared signal from remote 2.8” TFT Screen Display 3.5mm jack for AUX IN Earphone jack 3.5mm jack for headphone or earphone Buttons and Reel Basic control of operation DAB/FM antenna Strengthen the DAB/FM receiver Power switch Power on/off the internet radio DC IN...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. 4. Getting Started The items enclosed in the packaging box are as follows: • Pilatus unit • Power adaptor • Audio cable with 3.5mm jack at both ends •...
  • Page 8 Connect the power adaptor to the back of Pilatus and plug it into power socket. Get the network environment ready • For wireless WiFi Make sure you have setup the wireless network and you have the WEP, WPA or WPA2 security password to activate the connection.

  • Page 9: Pilatus Functions

    Connection may be used. Allow to share your media to Pilatus XXXXXXXXXXXX, which is the device name for music streaming. Add the audio files and folders you want to share with Pilatus to the media library. 5. Pilatus Functions Main Menu Under the main menu, you can select the following modes: Internet Radio, Spotify Connect, Media Player, DAB, FM, CD, Bluetooth, AUX IN, Sleep and Alarm.

  • Page 10: System Settings

    System Settings 5.2.1 Setup Wizard • Time/date Display format Select 12 or 24 as the time format. Auto-update The time and date can be updated manually or automatically from DAB, FM or network. Auto-update works with data sent over DAB, FM or the Internet. The clock is only updated when in a corresponding mode, so it is best to select a mode you use regularly.
  • Page 11 Europe, Canada, Spain, France, Japan, Singapore, Australia, and Republic of Korea. Scanning for the network Pilatus is compatible with all common network protocols and encryption methods. It searches for the available networks and list them out for you choose. There will be hints for the type of network – if your network device supports WPS function, it will be [WPS] before the SSID (the name of network device).
  • Page 12 WPS encrypted network WPS encrypted networks are identified by WPS at the start of the network name when the Pilatus searches the available AP. Use one of the following methods of connection: Push button Pilatus prompts you to press the connect button on the router. It then scans for a ready Push Button Connect network and connects.
  • Page 13 Press the reel or ENTER (SCAN) on the remote control to quit the setup wizard. 5.2.2 Equaliser Several preset EQ modes are available: Normal, Flat, Jazz, Rock, Movie, Classic, Pop and News. Also a user-defined setting is available; create your own EQ with custom bass, treble settings.
  • Page 14 If you choose to keep network connected, the WiFi will not disconnect even you are in standby mode. Otherwise, the connection will only available. This option allows Pilatus to be ready for DLNA streaming in any operating modes. Details for DLNA streaming, refer to Section 5.6.

  • Page 15: Internet Radio

    Internet Radio Pilatus can play thousands of radio stations and podcasts from around the world though a broadband Internet connection. When you select Internet radio, Pilatus directly contacts the Frontier Silicon Internet radio portal (which is supported by v-tuner) to get a list of stations.
  • Page 16 Internet radio portal. To register your Pilatus, choose Station list > Help > Get access code to get your radio’s unique portal access code first. (Do not confuse the portal access code with the Radio ID from System settings.

  • Page 17: Spotify Connect

    password, radio model. If you already have an account and wish to add an additional radio, log in to your account and select My preferences > Add another Wi-Fi radio. Once your radio is registered with the portal, you can immediately use the Internet radio favourites and added stations features.

  • Page 18: Music Player

    Using This Device With Spotify Connect A better way to listen at home Spotify Connect lets you play Spotify through your home speakers or TV, using the Spotify app as remote. You’ll need Spotify Premium to use Connect – see details overleaf. Step 1.
  • Page 19 From this point on, the menus are generated from the shared media server. The first menu shows a list of media types, for example Music, Video, Pictures and Playlists. Pilatus can only play music and playlists. There is also a search function which finds tracks in a similar way to Internet radio search.

  • Page 20: Dmr (Dlna Streaming

    Pilatus. You can share the music files from PC, Android mobile or tablet, and directly use your PC, Android mobile, tablet or iPhone / iPad to control music playback on the Pilatus. It is simple called DLNA streaming.
  • Page 21 Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Media streaming options Open Windows Media Player to enable Allow remote control of my Player. Right click any music in the library and choose Play to Pilatus XXXXXXXXXXXX.
  • Page 22 It is suggested to use BubbleUPnP on Android mobile, tablet or iPhone/iPad. Procedures for playing shared music on the app are as follows: 1. Select Pilatus XXXXXXXXXXXX as the player. 2. Select music server and choose the music. NOTE: Some Apps may not support streaming music from iPhone/iPod but iPhone/iPod could still be used to control streaming music from other servers.

  • Page 23: Dab

    The first time you select DAB radio mode, or if the station list is empty, Pilatus automatically performs a full scan to see what stations are available. You may also need to start a scan manually to update the list of stations for one of the following reasons: Available stations change from time to time.
  • Page 24 station. To select a preset, press briefly, then select one of the listed preset stations. When a preset station is playing, it shows n ( 1, 2 etc) at the bottom right of the screen. on the remote control are for the use of preset station 1-10. 5.7.3 Now playing information While the stream is playing, the screen shows its name and DLS (Dynamic Label Segment) information broadcast by the station giving real-time...
  • Page 25 To find a station, press the reel or ENTER (SCAN) on the remote control. The frequency display starts to run up as Pilatus scans the FM band. Alternatively, you can scan up or down by pressing and holding the buttons or tune manually with quick presses, or by turning the reel.

  • Page 26: Bluetooth Cd

    Bluetooth of your Bluetooth device and search the radio Pilatus to pairing. When Pilatus is waiting for pairing, there is a blinking Bluetooth icon at the bottom. If the pairing is successful, it has a “beep” sound and the Bluetooth icon becomes steady.
  • Page 27 5.10.5 MP3 / WMA CD Pilatus is able to play CD-R and CD-RW discs containing MP3 and WMA files. It is assumed in this section that a file is equivalent to a CD track. Playback controls are the same as 5.10.1 to 5.10.4. In addition, Pilatus allows to skip folder by pressing the remote control.

  • Page 28: Aux In

    Aux in mode plays audio from an external source such as an MP3 player. To play audio with Aux in mode: Turn the volume low on both Pilatus and, if adjustable, the audio source device. Connect the external audio source to the Aux in 3.5mm stereo socket.

  • Page 29: Alarm

    to return to the Now playing screen. 5.13 Alarm There are two versatile wake-up alarms with snooze facility, and a sleep function to turn the system off after a set period. Each alarm can be set to start in a particular mode.

  • Page 30: Extra Features

    Extra Features 5.14.1 Headphone jack Pilatus featured with headphone jack for you to continue enjoying the music in vary environments, such as noisy background, or the area that requires every one keeping silent. It is recommended to reduce the volume before put on the headphones.
  • Page 31 operation mode. Tap "Browse" to view the details. Tap to view the saved preset stations, and tap (+) to add the playing station to the desired preset station number. • Internet Radio Browse the station list, choose station and view the station rolling text from the app.
  • Page 32 Go to Spotify app to choose the music from your Spotify playlist. Tap the Spotify icon on the Spotify app, then choose the preferred device (Pilatus). It should be displayed in the Spotify app. Once selected, music will be streaming to the device.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Manual search or scan the stations from the app. From the app, you can also control to operate STANDBY/ON, EQUALIZER, CHANGE PIN and RENAME of the device under SETTING menu For CHANGE PIN setting, please also refer to Section 5.2.3. RadioVIS is a channel for broadcasters to deliver Slideshows over the Internet.
  • Page 34 Error Remedy The device does not switch on. Check it the power adaptor is connected properly. No sound. 1. Turn on the sound as it may be muted 2. Increase the volume. 3. Pull any connected headphone or speaker from the connector jack. No network connection can be 1.
  • Page 35 3. Not all MP3 players can be read directly on the device – use an USB drive instead. All other undetermined cases. Pilatus may process large amount of data after a period of operation, no matter in which mode, it will cause the system freeze or malfunction.

  • Page 36: Specifications

    7. Specification Model number Pilatus Description Internet Radio with FM/DAB+/BT/CD player Display 2.8", 320 x 240, TFT colour display Network supported IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless (WiFi) Bluetooth (BT 4.0, Supports A2DP, AVRCP profiles) Encrypted key WEP, WPA, WPA2 (PSK), WPS Streaming...
  • Page 37 Use only the power supply listed in the user instructions Specifications subject to change without notice.
  • Page 38 Warranty terms The warranty period shall commence on the purchase date. Please keep your original receipt in a safe place. This is required as a proof of purchase. If a material or production fault occurs in this product within 24 months of the purchase date, we shall –...

Table of Contents