www.apacer.com
AU521 MP3 Player
USB 2.0 Flash Drive + MP3 player
+ Voice Recorder +
FM Radio + FM Recorder
Version 1.0
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Notices
The copyright on this user manual remains with Apacer Inc. No part of this
user manual may be transmitted, reproduced, or changed.
Other companies’ product names that may be used herein remain the
property of their respective owners.
The product specifications, design and this user’s manuals content are
subject to change without notice.
If you have any questions, please contact your merchant or our service center
for clarification. We are not responsible for any losses resulting from using this
product no matter what the reason.
The guarantee and repair information is on the warranty card.
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Table of Contents
1 Before Using the AU521..........................................................................4
1.1 Important Notices.............................................................................4
1.2 Safety Notices..................................................................................4
2 Introduction..............................................................................................5
2.1 Overview..........................................................................................5
2.2 Features...........................................................................................5
3 Locating Controls.....................................................................................5
4 AU521 Operating Modes .........................................................................6
5 AU521 Basic Operation ...........................................................................7
5.1 Turning the AU521 On/Off...............................................................7
5.2 Adjusting the Volume.......................................................................7
5.3 Battery .............................................................................................8
6 AU521 System Menus and Advanced Settings .......................................8
6.1 System Modes.................................................................................9
6.2 Record Date/Time Setting................................................................9
7 Listening to Music..................................................................................12
7.1 Play/Pause.....................................................................................12
7.2 Music Selection..............................................................................12
7.3 Music Play Menu ...........................................................................12
8 Voice Recording ....................................................................................13
8.1 How to Record...............................................................................13
8.2 Voice Type.....................................................................................14
9 Playing Recorded Files..........................................................................14
9.1 Playing Recorded File....................................................................14
10 Listening and Recording FM..................................................................15
10.1 FM Mode Menu..............................................................................15
11 File Mangement .....................................................................................16
11.1 Select Local or User Folder ...........................................................16
11.2 Deleting Files.................................................................................16
12 Using USB Disk Function.......................................................................17
12.1 USB Display Mode.........................................................................17
12.2 Disk Encryption.............................................................................. 17
12.3 Upgrading Firmware ......................................................................17
13 Specifications.........................................................................................18
14 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .....................................................19
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1 Before Using the AU521
1.1 Important Notices
1. Please remember to switch the on/off button to the on position to
enable battery charging via USB or AC Adapter.
2. If you will not use the AU521 MP3 player for a long period of time,
please switch the device to off to avoid power less.
3. The memory size of the AU521 MP3 Player may appear to be smaller
than what is stated on the package. This is normal, the discrepancy
mainly arises from different file management and algorithms run by
different operating systems and also from reserved space for error
block.
1.2 Safety Notices
1. To prevent electrical shock or other injury, please do not disassemble
or repackage this product.
2. To prevent fire, electrical shock, or device malfunction, please do not
use this product in a wet environment such as a shower room.
3. This product is an electronic device; please avoid dropping it or
subjecting it to other severe shocks.
4. When transferring files, do not turn the power off or restart this
device. No responsibility is provided for any damage to or loss or any
program, data, or other information stored on any media or any part
of this device serviced hereunder.
5. Remember to set the volume at a moderate level. Listening to music
at high volumes can impair your hearing.
6. For your safety and the safety of others, do not use headphones
while driving, cycling or any other similar activities.
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2 Introduction
2.1 Overview
Thank you for purchasing the AU521 USB 2.0 MP3 Flash drive. This handy
device combines the functions of a flash drive, MP3 player, Voice Recorder
and FM Radio and FM Recorder into one easy-to-use device.
2.2 Features
• Slim and compact MP3 flash drive
• USB2.0 full-speed flash disk
• Supports MP3/WMA/WAV music format
• Double-line synchronous lyrics display
• Stereo FM radio (20 preset channels) / FM recording
• Supports 7 EQ modes: Nature, Rock, Pop, Classic, Soft, Jazz, Heavy
undertone
• Voice recording (WAV/ACT format)
• Supports multilanguage user-interface
• Disk management function
• Firmware upgrade function
• Built-in rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery
3 Locating Controls
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