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Astell & Kern A&futura SE100 User Manual

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  • Page 1 SE100 INSTRUCTION BOOK User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Getting Started Package Contents Product Overview Power Management Charging Connections Firmware Updates Using the Device Basic Operations Home Screen Notification Bar Music Store AK CONNECT Listening to Music Playlist Management USB DAC Installation How to Use USB Audio CD Ripping Settings Connecting to Wi-Fi Using Bluetooth...

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    User Guide Package Contents may be changed without prior notice to improve the performance or quality of the product. Contents SE100 Protective Film microSD Card Quick Start Guide USB Type-C Cable Slot Cover & Warranty Card Protective Film: Protects the product’s screen. microSD Card Slot Cover: The cover is used to protect the microSD card slot when not in use.

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    User Guide Product The appearance of the product, as well as the printed and engraved information, may vary depending on the model. Overview 3.5mm Unbalanced Port Power microSD Card Slot 2.5mm Balanced Port USB Type-C Port Previous/Rewind Volume Play/Pause Next/ Fast-Forward Touchscreen Home Button...
  • Page 5 User Guide Volume: Turn the wheel to adjust playback volume. LCD Touchscreen: Display screen with touch control features. Previous/Rewind: Short press - Play the previous song or restart the current song. Press and hold - Rewind the current song. Play/Pause: Play or pause the current song. Next/Fast-Forward: Short press - Play the next song.

  • Page 6: Power Management

    User Guide Power Powering the Device On/Off Manage- 1. Press and hold the [Power] button to turn on the device. 2. While the device is on, press and hold the [Power] button ment to shut down the device. A confirmation message will appear.

  • Page 7: Charging

    User Guide Charging Charging via Computer Connection 1. Connect the USB Type-C cable to a computer to charge the product. Computer may need to be turned on to start charging depending on computer specifications. When charging via computer connection, the charging time may vary depending on whether the device is turned on or off.

  • Page 8: Connections

    User Guide Connec- 3.5mm Unbalanced Port tions 1. Connect earphones or headphones to the 3.5mm unbalanced port. 2.5mm Balanced Port 1. Connect earphones or headphones to the 2.5mm balanced port. Balanced Audio Device 1. Connect to an external audio device by using the 3.5mm unbalanced port and 2.5mm balanced port.
  • Page 9 User Guide Connecting to Computer 1. Turn on the device and your computer. 2. Connect the device to your computer using the USB Type-C cable and select one of the following settings on the device [Menu - Settings - USB mode] [Default] Media Device (USB Drive): Transfer files from a computer to the device.
  • Page 10 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 device folder. Ensure the USB Type-C cable is properly connected. Turning off the device or disconnecting the USB Type-C cable while copying or moving files/folders may corrupt files or device memory.
  • Page 11 User Guide Delete Files (or Folders) from 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 files/folders. Disconnecting from the Computer 1. Disconnect the USB Type-C cable after file transfer is complete.
  • Page 12 User Guide 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 [Dismount microSD card] from [Menu - Settings - System Information].

  • Page 13: Firmware Updates

    User Guide Notes on Using microSD Cards If the microSD card is not recognized or is not functioning properly, format the card, preferably as a FAT32 partition. You can reformat the card via computer or Settings - System Information - Erase microSD Card. All contents will be erased and card will be reformatted in FAT32.

  • Page 14: Using The Device

    User Guide Basic LCD Touchscreen Operations 1. This device features an LCD touchscreen that allows you to select options by touching the screen. Use the touchscreen to access various features on the device. To prevent damage to the screen, do not use a sharp object or excessive force.
  • Page 15 User Guide From the Home Screen, swipe your finger to the left, right, up or down from any edge of the touchscreen to access display menus. Each side of the Home Screen will activate a different display menu. Main Menu 1.
  • Page 16 User Guide Notification Bar 1. From the top edge of the touchscreen, swipe your finger down to display the Notification Bar. View Current Playlist 1. From the right edge of the touchscreen, swipe your finger left to display the Now Playing menu. Using the Device...
  • Page 17 User Guide View Play History 1. From the bottom edge of the touchscreen, swipe your finger up to display the Play History menu. Moving Up/Down on a List 1. Scroll through a list by dragging your finger up or down. Using the Device...

  • Page 18: Home Screen

    User Guide Home Screen Menu Displays the Main Menu. Details Displays current song information. Song Duration Indicates the song’s total duration. Recent Menu Go to the last displayed menu list. List Add to Playlist Add the current song to a playlist. Title Song title information.
  • Page 19 User Guide Previous/ Short press: Play the previous Rewind song or restart the current song. Press and hold: Rewind the current song. Playlist Display current playlist. Format Displays the bit rate and sampling Information frequency data. Album Cover Displays album cover of current song. Tap image to view the song lyrics.

  • Page 20: Notification Bar

    User Guide Notifi- cation Using the Device...
  • Page 21 User Guide Wi-Fi Press [ ] to turn Wi-Fi on/off. Bluetooth Press [ ] to turn Bluetooth on/ off. Press [ ] to turn the EQ on/ off. The most recent EQ settings are applied by default. Computer Select the mode to use when Connection connected to a computer.
  • Page 22 User Guide Settings Press [ ] to display the full settings menu. Brightness Use the adjustment bar to control the display brightness. Notifications Device notifications are Display displayed in this area. Clear Notifications Clear notifications. Long-press an icon [ ] to navigate to the corresponding full settings menu screen.

  • Page 23: Music Store

    User Guide Music Listen to streaming services or purchase music from the Store when connected to a wireless network. (Streaming Store services and ability to purchase music vary by country. Not all services are available in all countries.) Streaming or Purchasing Music 1.

  • Page 24: Ak Connect

    User Guide Access and play back music files stored on a computer on the same network, as well as output sound through compatible CONNECT speakers with AK Connect. MQS Streaming Server for your Computer 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 libraries / speakers that are on the same network with the AK player is displayed. 5. Select a library / speaker to connect. 6. After selecting a library / speaker, select a category from the menu to display the corresponding music list.
  • Page 26 User Guide Streaming Music from Your Library 1. Select a category from the library menu to see your list of music. 2. Select a song to begin streaming. Downloading Music from Your Library 1. Select a category from the library menu to see your list of music.
  • Page 27 User Guide AK Connect Usage Examples Case 1 SE100 AK T1 LIBRARY SPEAKER Case 2 AK500N SE100 AK T1 LIBRARY REMOTE SPEAKER Using the Device...
  • Page 28 User Guide Case 3 SE100 AK500N REMOTE & LIBRARY SPEAKER Case 4 SE100 AK500N AK T1 LIBRARY REMOTE SPEAKER Using the Device...
  • Page 29 User Guide Case 5 SE100 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 category from the menu to display the corresponding music list. 2. Select a song from the list to begin playback. Select [Folder] to search music by folder. Continuous Playing Time: Approx. 11 hours (Music: FLAC,16bit, 44.1kHz, Unbalanced, Volume 80, EQ Off, LCD Off) Supported Formats: PCM [8~384kHz(8/16/24/32bit)] DSD [2.8/5.6/11.2MHz]...
  • Page 31 User Guide Press [ ] on top of the music list to view the options: : Select / deselect entire list : Add selected list at the top / bottom / after the current song of Now Playing : Add selected list to a playlist : Delete selected list : Exit Turn the [Volume] wheel to adjust the volume.
  • Page 32 User Guide Playlist Screen Previous Return to the previous screen. Playlist Displays the current playlist. Edit mode Display the editing options for the music list. Play All Play all songs in the current list. Using the Device...

  • Page 33: Playlist Management

    User Guide Playlist Creating a Playlist Manage- 1. Press [Playlists] on the menu to view the playlists. ment 2. Select [ + ] in the upper right corner of the screen. 3. Enter a name for the playlist, and then press [Add] to create a new playlist.
  • Page 34 User Guide Removing a Song from a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. 2. Select the playlist to edit. 3. Press [ ] at the top, then select the song you want to delete from the playlist. 4.
  • Page 35 User Guide Renaming a Playlist 1. Press [Playlists] to view the playlists, and press [ 2. Select a playlist to be renamed. 3. Press [ ] at the top of the screen to display the RENAME window. 4. Enter a name for the playlist and then press [RENAME] to confirm the change.

  • Page 36: Usb Dac Installation

    User Guide USB DAC The USB DAC function allows the device to be recognized as a sound card on a computer. Music from the computer is Installation played through the device’s headphone 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 How to Connect the device to a portable amp or DAC using USB Audio Out. Use USB Audio How to Connect a Portable USB DAC 1. Connect the portable USB DAC to the AK device’s USB Type-C port with a dedicated cable. 2.

  • Page 38: Cd Ripping

    User Guide CDs can be ripped directly to the device using the AK CD- RIPPER (sold separately). Ripping Connecting the AK CD-RIPPER 1. Connect the AK CD-RIPPER to USB Type-C port of the device using the proper cable. 2. In the Notification Bar press [ ] to link the devices and activate the CD Ripping Menu.
  • Page 39 User Guide 2. Connect AK CD-RIPPER and insert CD to display the [CD Ripping] notification at the bottom of the Notification Bar. 3. Press [CD Ripping] and select from the file format options of FLAC or WAV. 4. If Wi-Fi is turned on the Gracenote database will be searched for matching CD metadata after the file format is selected.

  • Page 40: Settings

    User Guide Settings The settings menu allows users to customize the device. The settings menu may vary depending on the firmware version. Setup 1. Select [Main Menu - Settings] or select [ ] from the Notification Bar menu. 2. Select the feature to view setting options. Wi-Fi Change wireless network settings and turn Wi-Fi on/off See page 44 for more information on connecting to Wi-Fi.
  • Page 41 User Guide Equalizer Set the equalizer according to the user's preferences. USER EQ: Adjust the frequencies according to the user's preferences. Supported Formats for EQ: PCM [8 ~ 192kHz(8/16/24bit)] Using the equalizer may negatively affect device performance. See pages 47 - 49 for more information on using the equalizer. Gapless Playback Plays the next song without any interruption.
  • Page 42 User Guide CD Ripping Set the automatic CD ripping function, file format and ripping speed seetings. USB mode Media Device (USB Drive): When connected to a computer, device appears as a removable drive. DAC Input: Output sound from a connected computer to the device.
  • Page 43 User Guide Device Name Set the name of the device. The maximum name length is 50 characters. Language Select the display language. English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), French, Russian, German, and Spanish. Keyboard Select the keyboard language. English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), French, Russian, German, and Spanish.
  • Page 44 User Guide When using AK Connect to download music, if the [Default folder] is selected in settings, downloading will automatically begin to the pre-set Downloads folder. When [Select Folder] is selected, the user is prompted to choose a download folder each time a file is downloaded. Update System Update: Update the device when a new firmware version is available.

  • Page 45: Connecting To Wi-Fi

    User Guide Connecting Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network to Wi-Fi 1. Press and hold [ ] from the Notification Bar or select [Menu - Settings - Wi-Fi] to display a list of available Wi-Fi networks. 2. Select the desired Wi-Fi network name to connect to the wireless network.

  • Page 46: Using Bluetooth

    User Guide Using Connect a Bluetooth device to listen to music wirelessly. Bluetooth Turning Bluetooth On/Off A Bluetooth device must be paired with the device prior to use. Refer to the Bluetooth device's instruction manual for details. 1. Select [ ] from the Notification Bar menu or select [On/Off] from [Menu - Settings - Bluetooth].
  • Page 47 User Guide Removing a Bluetooth Pairing 1. Press [ ] to the right of the paired device to go to settings. 2. Select [Remove] to complete the process. Bluetooth Support Specifications Profile: A2DP, aptX HD Device performance may be affected during Hi-Res playback. Do not turn off the device while connected to Bluetooth.

  • Page 48: Equalizer Setup

    User Guide Equalizer Equalizer Setup Setup 1. Press and hold [ ] on the Notification Bar or turn on from [Menu - Settings - Equalizer]. 2. Press [NORMAL] to activate the drop-down menu and select [ + ]. 3. Enter a name for the custom EQ settings and select [SAVE].
  • Page 49 User Guide 4. Adjust the frequencies up and down according to preference. 5. The number values at the lower- left corner of the screen can be adjusted for fine-tuning. 6. Press the [Advanced] tab on the top of the screen to view the PEQ settings screen.
  • Page 50 User Guide Deleting a Custom Equalizer Setting 1. Press on the drop-down menu at the upper-left corner of the screen to display the list of the saved EQ settings. 2. Press [ ] next to the EQ name to be deleted. 3.

  • Page 51: Miscellaneous

    User Guide Safety Device Pre- Do not use excessive force when inserting a plug into the earphone, balanced, or USB port. Cautions Do not insert any metal objects (coins, hairpins, etc.) or flammable items into the device. Do not place heavy objects on the device. If the device gets wet (rain, water, chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, sweat, moisture, etc.), allow the device to dry thoroughly before powering on.
  • Page 52 User Guide Connecting the cable to a defective or damaged USB port on a computer may damage the device. Displaying one static image for an extended period of time may cause screen burn-in. Use of poor quality protective films or adhesive stickers on the screen may cause damage to the touchscreen.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    User Guide Trouble- Solutions to Common Issues 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. (See Page 5) 2. The device will not charge when connected to a computer via USB cable.

  • Page 54: Copyright

    User Guide 7. A file does not play, or the product becomes unstable when a certain file is played. File may be damaged or corrupt if the following occurs: Playback stops or freezes. Device may act erratically or freeze. File may sound different on another device. There may be a difference in the performance of playback or other functions.

  • Page 55: Certifications

    User Guide Certifica- KC / FCC / CE / TELEC Class B Device (Communication equipment for residential tions use): This is a Class B Device and is registered for EMC requirements for residential use. This device can be used in residential areas and all other areas.

  • Page 56: Registered Trademarks

    User Guide 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.

  • Page 57: Disclaimers

    User Guide Disclai- The manufacturer, importer, and distributor shall not be liable for damages including accidental and personal injury due to mers the improper use or operation of this product. The information in this user manual was written based on current product specifications.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    User Guide Specifi- General Specifications Product Name SE100 cations Model PPR11 Body Color Titan Silver Body Material Aluminum Display 5.0inch HD 720 x 1280 touchscreen Supported Audio WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, Formats DFF, DSF Sample Rate PCM : 8kHz ~ 384kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample) DSD Native: DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo...

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