Instruction Manual for the
Akrapovič Sound Kit
Sound Remote Controller and
Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App Manual
FOR CARS
*504471*
Ver 1.0 / April 2015
Akrapovič
Sound Kit
CONGRATULATIONS -
Congratulations on purchasing the Akrapovič Sound Kit. The Akrapovič
Sound Kit is a product of Akrapovič d.d., Malo Hudo 8a, 1295 Ivančna
Gorica, Slovenia (“Akrapovič”).
Please read this entire installation manual carefully
prior to installing and using the Akrapovič Sound Kit.
The Akrapovič Sound Kit should be used only with original Akrapovič
exhaust systems. The Akrapovič Sound Kit may be operated using
the enclosed Sound Remote Controller or with the Akrapovič Car
Sound Kit App.
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The Akrapovič Sound Kit is intended for use only in cars. Use or adaption
of the Sound Kit for other types of vehicles may result in non-working
products.
Please entrust the installation of the Akrapovič Sound Kit to a trained
professional skilled in car electronics and knowledge of exhaust system
installation and performance. The instructions provided in this manual
should be followed to ensure proper installation and safe use of the
Akrapovič Sound Kit. Akrapovič and/or its partners shall not be held
liable for any damage or personal injury (including direct, indirect, or
consequential damage) sustained as a result of improper installation of
the Akrapovič Sound Kit, use contrary to the instructions and warnings
contained herein, or use with exhaust systems other than Akrapovič
(original) exhaust systems or vehicles other than those specified on the
particular Akrapovič Sound Kit box and/or the official Akrapovič website.
If you have any questions regarding the installation and/or proper use
of the Akrapovič Sound Kit or these instructions, contact your local
authorized Akrapovič partner.
For more information on the Akrapovič Sound Kit and/or Akrapovič
exhaust systems, see the official Akrapovič website at:
http://www.akrapovic.com
COPYRIGHTS AND OTHER RIGHTS NOTICE
The Akrapovič trademark, including corporate logos and emblems, are subject to copyright
as well as trademark rights of Akrapovič, its licensors, or third persons authorizing Akrapovič
to use them.
Any reproduction, technical or other manipulation, translation, or other use of the copyright
and/or trademark rights contained herein is prohibited without the explicit prior written consent of Akrapovič. The same especially applies to the entire contents of this manual and/
or any of its parts, including but not limited to technical specifications, instructions, graphs,
photographs, and so on included in this manual.
The photographs and other illustrations in this manual are symbolic and are intended to help
represent individual steps for proper installation and use, as well as for a general overview.
The actual component parts of the Akrapovič Sound Kit may not entirely correspond to the
photographs and other illustrations.
© Akrapovič d.d., 2015, All rights reserved.
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CONTENTS
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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1 1 Sound Remote Controller (IP54)*
2 1 key ring
3 1 Sound Remote Controller holder
4 1 instruction manual with the PIN pairing code
(printed on the back cover of this manual)
*Battery included.
The Akrapovič Sound Kit enables owners of selected Akrapovič
car exhausts to control the sound of the system from the cockpit
of their vehicle. Using Akrapovič technology, the driver can easily
switch between the quiet mode and a sportier sound. With the use
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of a receiver to drive the actuators that open or close the valves
at the end of the exhaust system, the driver can use the Sound
Remote Controller or the Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App to regulate
the valves.
As an alternative to the Sound Remote Controller, Akrapovič has
created a smartphone app (for iOS and Android) to provide an even
better connection to the receiver.
The operation of the Akrapovič Sound Kit using the Akrapovič Car
Sound Kit App requires the PIN pairing code, which is permanently
written on the sound receiver and is printed on the back cover of
this manual. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FURTHER REFERENCE
because the PIN pairing code is unique to a particular
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Akrapovič Sound Kit and cannot be retrieved if it is lost or if
its inscription on the sound receiver becomes unreadable or
inaccessible.
It is possible to use the Akrapovič Sound Kit with more than one
Sound Remote Controller (not at the same time). Additional Sound
Remote Controllers can be purchased separately; contact your
local authorized Akrapovič partner for more information.
SAFETY WARNINGS
Road Safety
To avoid traffic accidents, use the Akrapovič Sound Kit system
responsibly and safely, and always obey local traffic rules.
Use of the Sound Remote Controller and the Akrapovič Car Sound
Kit App while driving may cause distraction, so avoid operating the
Akrapovič Sound Kit system in circumstances that prevent you
from focusing on safe driving.
Note that using the Akrapovič Sound Kit system (changing between
the open and closed modes) influences the engine response and
torque generated, causing certain changes in the vehicle response;
therefore do not use the Akrapovič Sound Kit system in poor
weather conditions. When using the Akrapovič Sound Kit, always
consider the road and traffic conditions.
Use of the Sound Remote Controller and/or Akrapovič Car
Sound Kit App by persons other than the driver (especially
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children) and consequently unexpected changes between the
open and closed modes in uncontrolled circumstances may take
drivers by surprise, endangering the safety of the passengers in
the vehicle and/or other road users or causing interference-related
malfunctions. Refer to the Interference section below.
OPERATING THE AKRAPOVIČ SOUND KIT
WITH THE SOUND REMOTE CONTROLLER
PAIRING PROCESS
with a New Sound Remote Controller
Interference
All wireless devices are susceptible to or may cause interference. Do
not use the Sound Remote Controller in environments where such
interference might cause malfunction of machines or devices and/
or endanger the lives of others (e.g., in airplanes, in hospitals, or
near medical equipment or implanted medical devices) as well as in
places where the use of wireless devices is prohibited or restricted.
Child Safety
The Sound Remote Controller should be kept out of reach of children
because it contains small parts. The Sound Remote Controller and/
or Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App should not be operated by children.
Refer to the Road Safety section above.
For the Sound Remote Controller to work, it must be paired with the
sound receiver. The (original) Akrapovič exhaust system with the valves
and sound receiver must first be installed. Refer to the Akrapovič
exhaust system and the Akrapovič Sound Kit Installation Manual.
To pair the Sound Remote Controller with the sound receiver, press
and hold the button on the Sound Remote Controller until the red
LED starts flashing. Switch the car ON to supply the sound receiver.
The pairing process will occur automatically within ten seconds. If
the pairing process is completed successfully, the LED (white or red)
on the Sound Remote Controller will turn on for fifteen seconds.
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If the pairing is unsuccessful, the LED light on the Sound Remote
Controller will flash white three times and switch to sleep mode. If
this happens, you should repeat the complete pairing process.
After the pairing process is completed, the Sound Remote
Controller can only be used with the corresponding installed and
paired receiver.
The pairing process must be completed before the first use of the
Akrapovič Sound Kit.
regulation and permanently open valves. The availability of closed
valves / automatic regulation mode may vary depending on the
type of vehicle. By pressing the button, the LED on the Sound
Remote Controller is activated.
One button
– two different modes.
HOW TO USE
the Sound Remote Controller
For the Sound Remote Controller to work, it must be used in the
vehicle or within a twenty-meter range.
Press the Sound Remote Controller button to change the valve
position, switching between permanently closed valves / automatic
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The LED colors change when the valve position (the modes of the
Akrapovič Sound Kit) is changed:
White
closed valves
Blinking White
no communication with
the receiver; refer to the
troubleshooting section
Red
open valves
Blinking Red
communication with the receiver
is working but there is an issue
with the valve system; see the
troubleshooting section
No color: sleep mode
Orange: battery level too low to operate
or detected default on the battery
If the button is not pressed for a full fifteen seconds, the Sound
Remote Controller enters sleep mode until the next time it is pressed.
Note that the valves are always in default closed position when the
engine is started. If the Sound Remote Controller stops operating
during driving (e.g., the battery runs out, or the Sound Remote
Controller is damaged or is not functioning due to some other
technical reason), switching between the modes is not possible
and the valves remain in the last mode activated until the vehicle’s
engine is switched off. At the next engine start, the default mode
(closed) is applied.
The Sound Remote Controller will not function when the Akrapovič
Car Sound Kit App is connected.
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KEY RING AND SOUND REMOTE CONTROLLER
HANGER MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Adding the Key Ring to the Sound Remote Controller
Simultaneously press the Sound Remote Controller side buttons
and insert the key ring support, as shown in Figures 1 and 2.
2. Mounting and Using
the Sound Remote Controller Hanger
Peel off the protective strip (Figure 3), and correctly orient and
stick the Sound Remote Controller together on the hanger in the
desired position (Figure 4).
Figure 1 Figure 2
Figure 3 Figure 4
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The Sound Remote Controller can be removed from its hanger by
pressing the side buttons simultaneously (Figure 5).
NEVER use rechargeable coin cell batteries or other battery types
– Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Figure 5
3. Battery Replacement for the
Sound Remote Controller
3.1 Unscrew the housing screws and open the Sound Remote
Controller housing. Carefully remove the battery by offsetting the
marked battery holder pin (Figures 6 and 7). Tool: Use a small
PH000 screwdriver
NOTE: Make sure to insert the new battery correctly! Check the battery
polarity (type: Lithium CR2032 3V). Use ONLY disposable brand-named
CR2032 3V lithium coin cell batteries in the Sound Remote Controller.
Figure 6 Figure 7
3.2 After inserting the new battery, carefully snap the housing
back together, aligning the side buttons as indicated, and close the
housing. Tighten the screws as indicated (Figure 8).
Figure 8
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OPERATING THE AKRAPOVIČ SOUND KIT
WITH THE AKRAPOVIČ CAR
SOUND KIT APP
Installing the Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App
iOS
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Important notes
This Akrapovič Sound Kit only works with the Akrapovič Car
Sound Kit App. Check the name of the app carefully because the
Akrapovič Sound Kit system will not function if the incorrect app
is installed.
The Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App is adapted for use
on smartphones only and it is not functional on other
mobile devices.
The Sound Remote Controller will not function when the Akrapovič
Car Sound Kit App is connected. Turn off the app if you wish to use
the Sound Remote Controller instead.
The Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App can be paired with
different Akrapovič Sound Kits for cars.
The Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App can be installed on devices listed
in the app installer.
> Use the barcode scanner to open and install the
Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App. The app can be installed
from the App Store.
Android
The Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App can be installed on devices listed
in the app installer (smartphones with embedded Bluetooth 4.0
Low Energy and Android 4.4.2 and 5.1; 5.0 excluded)
> Use the barcode scanner to open and install the
QR KODA
Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App. The app can be installed
from the Play Store.
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2. Opening the Akrapovič Sound Kit
Smartphone App for the First Time
After the Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App is installed on your smartphone, switch ON the vehicle and open the Akrapovič Car Sound
Kit App on your device.
3. Pairing the Akrapovič Sound Kit
with the Smartphone App
Before using the Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App, it must be paired with
the Akrapovič Sound Kit receiver. To pair the Akrapovič Car Sound Kit
App with the receiver, touch PAIR NEW (Figure 10).
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The first time the app is opened, a message will appear and ask if
an Akrapovič Sound Kit is installed in the car (Figure 9).
Figure 9 Figure 10
• The Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App will search for Bluetooth
devices.
• The sound receiver discovery name is ”SoundKit”
• Pressing on it will launch the pairing request
• Enter the PIN paring code as found on the back cover of this
manual
• The pairing process in concluded by entering and saving your car
name for further use.
4. How to Use the Akrapovič Sound Kit
Smartphone App
Touch your car name in the app. A screen with the Sound Remote
Controller will appear. Touch the Akrapovič logo in the middle of
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the screen (Figure 11) to switch between the two different
positions of the valves: permanently closed valves / automatic
regulation and permanently open valves. This (i.e., closed valves /
automatic regulation) may vary depending on the type of the vehicle.
Note that the valves are always in
default closed position when the
engine is started. If the Bluetooth
connection is lost/disconnected or
the Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App is
closed, the valves remain in the last
mode activated until the vehicle’s
engine is switched off. At the next
engine start, the default mode
(closed) is applied.
By touching the back button, the
app disconnects from the sound receiver. The Sound Remote Control-
Figure 11
ler can now be used.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you’re having trouble using the Sound Remote Controller and/
or Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App, first check the following to see if
the Sound Remote Controller and/or Akrapovič Car Sound Kit App
is paired with the sound receiver. If yes, refer to the list of possible
solutions in the table below.
If you’re unable to resolve the problem based on the suggestions
below, contact your local authorized Akrapovič partner.
Sound Remote Controller
PROBLEM
No LED on the Sound
Remote Controller
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Battery level too low
to function
Sound Remote
Controller not
working properly
SOLUTION
Replace the battery.
Remove the battery, press
the Sound Remote Controller button for one second,
and put the battery back in.
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Sound Remote Controller
Smartphone App
PROBLEM
Orange LED on the
Sound Remote Controller
White LED blinking on
the Sound Remote
Controller
Red LED blinking on the
Sound Remote Controller
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
Low battery level or
issue with the battery
No communication
with the receiver
There is communication
with the receiver but
there is some issue
with the valve system
SOLUTION
Replace the battery.
Check if the vehicle is
switched ON.
Make sure you are within
a range of twenty meters
from your vehicle.
Check the receiver: the
green LED on the receiver
must be ON when pressing
the Sound Remote Controller, meaning communication is enabled.
Switch off the car.
Wait one minute and
switch on the car.
PROBLEM
Issues related to
connecting or pairing
with the receiver
Smartphone app
not working properly
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Not able to discover or
connect to the receiver
Not able to pair with
the receiver
Not able to connect
with the receiver
SOLUTION
Check if the app is adapted
for use with your device:
refer to the list of devices
in the app installer.
Check if the vehicle is
switched ON.
Check the PIN pairing code
entered.
Check if the vehicle is
switched ON.
Restart the app. If the problem persists, restart your
smartphone.
Go to the smartphone’s Blue-
tooth settings: press on
“forget device.” Repeat the
procedure described under
“Opening the Akrapovič Car
Sound Kit App for the First
Time.”
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
COMPANY Akrapovič
ADDRESS: Malo Hudo 8a, 1295 Ivančna Gorica, Slovenia
declares that the following products:
PRODUCT NAME: Sound Kit
TRADE NAME: Akrapovič
TYPE OR MODEL: P-HF841
is in conformity with the requirements of the following Directives of
the European Union: Regulation UN/ECE-R10 rev5
E1 10 R-057586
FCC NOTICE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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
in-stalled 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.
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
Sound Remote Controller: FCC-ID: 2AECJASK01
Sound Receiver: FCC-ID: 2AECJASR01
Sound Remote Controller: IC: 20099-ASK01
Sound Receiver: IC: 20099-ASR01
European Union Directives conformance Statement
Industry Canada compliance statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de
l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si
le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Akrapovič d.d. hereby declares that this Akrapovič Sound Kit
P-HF481 is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC
You can view your product’s Declaration of Conformity (DoC) to
Directive 1999/5/EC (to R&TTE Directive) at
www.akrapovic.com/docs/SoundKitCertification.pdf.
Caring for the Environment by Recycling
Please dispose of any materials in accordance with local
recycling regulations. When discarding the unit, comply with
local rules or regulations. Batteries should never be thrown
away or incinerated, but disposed of in accordance with local
regulations concerning battery disposal.
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GENERAL WARNING
WARNING / California:
Because of the worldwide distribution of Akrapovič d.d. products,
neither Akrapovič d.d. nor any of its subsidiaries make any
representation that the products comply with the air and/or noise
emissions laws, or labeling laws, of any jurisdiction. The purchasers
are entirely responsible for informing themselves of the applicable
laws where the products are to be used and for complying with
those laws.
WARNING / USA:
Various US states and the US federal government have individual
laws regulating the use of aftermarket exhaust parts and systems,
especially as those parts and systems modify, remove, or replace
original equipment catalysts. Consult the appropriate laws in your
area before installing any aftermarket part or system on your vehicle
to ensure compliance with all applicable laws. Neither Akrapovic d.d.
nor any of its subsidiaries nor the sellers of the parts or systems
make any representation that any of their parts or systems comply
with any such laws.
California laws prohibit the use of any aftermarket exhaust part
or system that modifies, removes, or replaces original equipment
catalysts unless the California Air Resources Board has issued an
executive order regarding such part or system or unless the part or
system is exempted by being used only on racing vehicles on closed
courses. Neither Akrapovic d.d. nor any of its subsidiaries make any
representation that any of their parts or systems has received such
an executive order or that any of their parts or systems conform
with the racing vehicles exemption. The purchasers are entirely
responsible for informing themselves of applicable California laws
and for complying with those laws.
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Absolute control with
a simple push of the button.
Pin pairing code:
Keep this code for future reference.
Refer to the product overview section for important information
regarding the pin pairing code.
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