Iriver Kann Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION BOOK
User Guide
Package Contents
KANN at a Glance
Power Management
Charging
Connections
Firmware Upgrade
02
03
05
06
07
13
Getting Started
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Basic Operations
Home Screen
Notification Bar
Store
AK Connect
Listening to Music
Playlist Management
USB DAC Installation
How to Use USB Audio
CD Ripping
Using Bluetooth
Settings
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Equalizer Setup
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16
17
20
21
27
33
36
37
38
40
42
47
48
Using the Device
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Safety Precautions
Troubleshooting
Copyright
Certifications
Specifications
Registered Trademarks
Disclaimers
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52
54
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Miscellaneous
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CONTENTS
3.5mm Unbalanced Port: Connect earphones or headphones
for audio output that utilize a 3.5mm jack.
3.5mm Unbalanced Line-out Port: Connect line-in supported
devices that utilize a 3.5mm jack.
2.5mm Balanced Port: Connect earphones or headphones for
audio output that utilize a 2.5mm jack.
2.5mm Balanced Line-out Port: Connect line-in supported
devices that utilize a 2.5mm jack.
Power: Turn the screen on and off.
Press and hold to turn the device on and off.
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User Guide
The appearance of the device, as well as the printed and
engraved information, may vary depending on the model.
KANN at
a Glance
Next/
Fast-Forward
Play/Pause
Previous/
Rewind
LCD
Touchscreen
Volume
3.5mm Unbalanced Port SD Card Slot
Power
3.5mm Unbalanced Line-out Port Micro-USB Port
2.5mm Balanced Port
2.5mm Balanced Line-out Port
microSD card Slot
USB Type-C Port
Home Button
User Guide
KANN
SD/microSD Card Slot Cover
USB Type-C Cable
Protection Film: Protects the device’s screen.
USB Type-C Cable: For charging and data transfer.
Quick Start Guide: Basic overview of device functionality.
Warranty Card: The warranty card is required for customer
and technical support. Do not misplace the card.
User Guide: The User Guide can be downloaded from the
Astell&Kern website.
[http://www.astellnkern.com/ > Support > Download].
SD/microSD Card Slot Cover: Covers the empty SD/microSD
card slot. Cover is used to protect the card slot when not in
use. Packed separately from device.
Contents may be changed without prior notice to improve the
performance or quality of the device.
Package
Contents
Protection Film
02 Getting Started
Quick Start Guide
& Warranty Card
This device does not include a micro USB cable.
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User Guide
1. While the screen is on, press the [ ] button to turn
off the screen.
2. Press the [ ] button again to turn on the screen.
This device has an automatic shutdown feature to reduce battery
consumption. The device will turn off after a defined period if there
is no user input. [ - Power Saving - Automatic Shutdown] (See p.
45)
Turn On/Off
1. Press and hold the [ ] button to turn on the device.
2. While the device is on, Press and hold the [ ] button to
display a shutdown confirmation message.
3. Press [OK] to turn off the device.
Power
Management
This device has an automatic timeout feature to reduce battery
consumption. The screen will turn off after a defined period of time
if there is no user input. [ - Power Saving - Screen Timeout] (See
p. 45)
Turn the Screen On/Off
Reset Function
1. In cases of unexpected device failure or freeze, press the
[ ] button for 12 seconds to force a shutdown.
The device can be restarted after the shutdown is complete.
Resetting the device will not affect the stored data or time setting.
Do not use the reset function while the device is in use. Doing so may
corrupt the data on the device.
User Guide
04 Getting Started
microSD/SD Card Slot: Insert a microSD/SD card and access
its files.
Micro-USB Port: Connect a USB DAC for USB audio output.
Connect the A&K CD Ripper.
Connect to your computer to use as a USB DAC.
(See p. 37 - USB Audio & p. 36 - USB DAC)
USB Type-C Port: Connects the device to the computer or
used to charge the device.
Volume: Control the volume by turning the wheel.
LCD Touchscreen: Display with touch control.
Home Button: Return to home screen.
Previous/Rewind: Play the previous song or restart the song.
Press and hold - Rewind.
Play/Pause: Play or Pause a song.
Press and hold - Return to playback screen.
Next/Fast-Forward: Skip to the next song.
Press and hold - Fast-forward.
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User Guide
Connections
3.5mm Unbalanced Port
1. Connect earphones or headphones to the 3.5mm unbalanced
port.
1. Connect earphones and headphones to the 2.5mm balanced
port.
OR
OR
Earphone and Headphone Ports
3.5mm Unbalanced Line-out
Line-out Port
2.5mm Balanced Port
1. Connect devices with line-in support.
06 Getting Started
User Guide
1. Connecting to computer via USB Type-C cable will also
charge the device.
Charging Time: Maximum 12 hours (fully drained, Power-off)
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.
If a computer goes into standby/sleep mode, the device may not be
charged depending on computer specifications.
The built-in battery will gradually lose capacity over time according
to the number of charges/discharges.
Do not use cables other than USB Type-C cable. Using other cables
may cause malfunctions.
Charging Time: Fast charging: Maximum 4 hours (Completely rundown, Power-off, 9V 1.67A adapter) / Normal charging: Maximum 5
hours (Completely run-down, Power-off, 5V 2A adapter)
A fast charger of 9V 1.67A may be used. Using a 12V adapter will not
charge the device and may cause malfunctions.
Charging via Computer Connection
1. Commercially available 5V 2A / 9V 1.67A adapters may be
used for charging.
Charging via USB Wall Adapter
Charging
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User Guide
Connecting to a Computer
1. Turn on the device and your computer.
2. Connecting the device to a computer using USB Type-C
cable will follow the [ - USB Connection] settings.
Media Device (USB Drive): Transfer files from a computer
to the device.
Mac users need to download and install the MTP program from the
Astell&Kern website.
[http://www.astellnkern.com Support > Download]
For an optimal connection, quit any unnecessary programs before
connecting the device to the computer.
Do not use cables other than the USB Type-C cable provided with the
device. Using other cables may cause malfunctions. Windows XP
users require Service Pack 2 and Windows Media Player 10 to be
installed for the computer to recognize the USB device.
Download necessary Service Packs and Windows Media Player from
the Microsoft website. http://www.microsoft.com
Disconnecting from the Computer
1. Before disconnecting the USB Type-C cable, check that
the transfer between the device and computer is completed.
Disconnecting the device from the computer during an operation
(e.g. file transfer) may corrupt data on the device.
08 Getting Started
User Guide
2.5mm Balanced Line-out
1. Connect devices with line-in support.
Balanced Audio Device
1. Connect to an external audio device by using the 3.5mm
Unbalanced Port and 2.5mm Balanced Port in conjunction.
Earphones Port
(Ground)
Balanced Port (LR)
Astell&Kern balanced cable (PEF12, PEF21) is not supported.
Warning - When connecting earphones, headphones, or receivers
that support line-in to the line-out port, extreme sound volume may
occur.
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User Guide
Inserting/Eject microSD/SD card for safe removal
1. Insert the microSD/SD Card into the slot as shown in the
diagram below. Gently push the card in until it clicks into place.
2. Go to the notification bar on the home screen and select
[Safely Remove microSD/SD Card], or go to [ – System
Info] and select [Eject microSD/SD Card] to safely remove
the card.
3. Lightly press in the microSD/SD Card and then remove it.
Delete Files/Folders on the Device
1. Right-click the desired file/folder then select [Delete].
2. Select [Yes] in the [Confirm File/Folder Deletion] window
to delete the selected file/folder.
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User Guide
Copy Files/Folders to the Device
1. To co py f il es /f ol de rs f rom y ou r co mp ut er, s el ec t th e de si re d
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 cause serious damage to the
memory.
File transfer speeds may be affected depending on the computer
and/or OS environment.
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Refer to page 47 of the manual for more information on connecting
to a wireless network.
The firmware upgrade may not initialize if the battery level is too
low. (A minimum battery level of 50% is required.)
Moving to another screen during a file download will cancel the
download.
Do not disconnect from the wireless network while downloading a
firmware upgrade. Doing so may cause data corruption and/or
damage to the system.
If an error occurs or the notice in the Notification Bar disappears
during an upgrade, download the firmware update again through
[ - Update - System Update].
User Guide
Wi-Fi Update / OTA (Over-the-Air)
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].
4. Follow the on-screen instructions and proceed with the
firmware upgrade.
Firmware
Upgrade
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User Guide
Maximum Supported Capacity: microSD Card - 256GB / SD Card - 512GB
Notes on Inserting microSD/SD Card
Do not force the microSD/SD Card into the slot. The device and
Card may be damaged.
Do not repeatedly insert and remove microSD/SD Cards.
If not inserted properly, the microSD/SD Card may cause device
malfunctions and/or become lodged in the device.
Notes on Removing microSD/SD Card
Follow the p rovided instru ctions to sa fely rem ove mic roSD/S D Cards .
Otherwise, the memory or the device may be seriously damaged.
Do not disconnect the microSD/SD Card during use. Data deletion,
device malfunction, or microSD/SD Card damage may occur.
Other Safety Notes
If the microSD/SD Card is not recognized or is not functioning
properly, format the Card, preferably in FAT32 system.
Using Cards other than the recommended microSD/SD Card may
cause malfunctions.
microSD/SD Card is not included and must be purchased separately.
Recommended microSD/SD Card
microSD : SanDisk, Transcend / SD : SanDisk, Transcend
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User Guide
Moving the Home Screen Menu
1. You can move the list by dragging
the menu up or down.
Navigating Up/Down in a List
1. Scroll through the list by dragging
the list screen up or down.
14 Using the Device
To prevent damage, do not use a sharp object or use excessive force
when touching the screen.
Basic
Operations
LCD Touchscreen
1. This device features a LCD touchscreen that allows you
to perform operations by touch.
Interact with the device by touching the screen to access
various features.
User Guide
Return to the Home Screen
Home Screen
1. Press the [Home] button at any time to return to the
Home Screen.
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User Guide
Notification
Bar
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16 Using the Device
User Guide
Launches AK Connect.
Currently playing song information.
View the list of songs by different
search options.
AK CONNECT
Current Song
Search Options
1
2
3
1
2
3
Home
Screen
The search options can be Press and hold, and dragged to change
their locations.
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