Akai AR-68 User manual

Brand: Akai

Model: AR-68

Category: Radios

Type: User manual

Akai AR-68 is a compact and portable multimedia device that combines the functionality of a digital radio, MP3 player, and portable speaker. The device features a built-in rechargeable battery, allowing for extended use without the need for an external power source. It also supports playback of MP3 audio files from USB storage devices, SD/MMC cards, and Micro SD/TF cards. Additionally, the Akai AR-68 includes a built-in FM radio tuner with automatic station scanning and preset storage.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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PREPARATION FOR USE

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BEFORE WE BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing the AKAI AR-68 a transistor with digital tuner, with USB port,

and with SD/MMC and Micro SD (TF) card reader. This is your assurance of quality,

performance and value. This product was manufactured using the highest quality components

and standards of workmanship. Our engineers have included many useful and convenient

features in this product. Please be sure to read this instruction Manual completely to make sure

you are getting the maximum benefit from each feature.

It was tested by inspectors and found to be in perfect working order before it left our factory.

If, after reading this manual, you experience any problems with the operation of this product,

please refer to the instructions for obtaining services at the end of this Manual.

For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.

Model No: AKAI AR-68

Serial Number:

This product was imported by the Company: DEMSA S.A.S.

For any questions concerning the conformity of the product, thank you to send your request to:

EXCLUSIVE IMPORTER

DEMSA S.A.S.

28, Boulevard Zéphirin Camélinat

92230 GENNEVILLIERS

FRANCE

IMPORTANT!

It is recommended not to leave a m obile phone near t he unit in order t o avoid electromagnet ic interference

in the speakers

PREPARATION FOR USE

UNPACKING AND SET UP

1 pc x AR-68 USB Cable

USB (female)

/ AC Adaptor

Rechargeable

battery

Instructions

Manual

DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIT

1. DISPLAY

2. POWER (ON/OFF)

3. MP3/RADIO

4. PLAY/PAUSE

5. PREVIOUS

6. NEXT

7. Numerical Keys (0 ~9)

8. VOLUME Control (VOL- /VOL +)

9. FM Antenna

10. AUX IN Jack

11. HEADPHONE Jack

12. SD/MMC Card Slot

13. DC IN 5V USB Cable connector

14. TF/Micro SD Card Slot

15. USB Connector

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

STANDBY MODE

SETTING THE CLOCK

1. Check the unit is in Standby Mode.

2. Press & hold numerical Key 1, twice for 2 seconds each time, to start clock setting.

3. To set the hours, press

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT)

while the display is still flashing

4. Press Numerical Key 1 on the front panel to start minute setting.

5. To set the minutes, press

PREVIOUS or NEXT

while the display is still flashing

6. Press Numerical Key 1 on the front panel to complete the clock setting.

SETTING THE ALARM

1. Check the radio is in Standby Mode.

2. Press & hold numerical Key 2, twice for 2 seconds each time, to start alarm setting.

3. To set the hours, press

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT)

while the display is still flashing

4. Press numerical Key 2 to start the minute setting.

5. To set the minutes, press

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT)

while the display is still flashing

6. Press numerical Key 2 each on the front panel to complete the alarm setting.

ENABLE OR DISABLE THE ALARM

Press and hold the numerical Key 3 to enable or disable the alarm function.

Press buttons

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT) to enable the alarm (« A ON » will be displayed)

or to disable the alarm « A OFF » will be displayed.

To turn OFF the alarm, press MP3/RADIO button once.

USB, SD/MMC, Micro SD/TF Card OPERATION

The unit is designed to play MP3 audio files contained in a USB key, in an SD/MMC card or in your

Micro SD/TF card. If the files are not in MP3 format, the files cannot be read correctly.

1. Press and hold POWER button to switch on the unit into Standby Mode.

2. Press again on MP3/Radio button to switch into MP3 mode.

3. Before connecting the USB media or the SD/MMC/TF Card to t

he unit, make sure the port is in

the correct direction, insert straightly without bending.

4. The system will automatically start reading the MP3 files in the USB Storage Media, SD or MMC

Card, TF Card.

5. Press PLAY/PAUSE button to start or pause playback.

Press

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT) buttons to select tracks in your playlist.

6. Press numerical keys to direct input the sound track sequence you wish to play.

WARNING!

1. Improper handling when inserting your USB drive, SD/MMC/TF card as for example insert your

media in the wrong way or with excessive force could damage the device.

2. The device cannot detect and read a locked SD/MMC/TF card.

AUXILIARY OPERATION

HEADPHONE JACK

Pay attention!

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model reference • AR-68

Power supply

• DC 5V input voltage 1A (via USB cable)

• AC 240V output through USB adaptor

Battery type and v oltage

• 3.7V 800mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery

• Output voltage : 3.7V

Battery charge/discharge

Charging time : • approx. 2hour30min to 3hours

Discharging time : • In RADIO play mode = approx. 6h30 to 7h30

• In USB play mode = approx. 2h30 to 3h00

• In SD / TF Card play mode = approx. 3h00 to 4h00

Power cons omption

• 600mAh max

Stan dby p ower cons umption

• 22mAh

Frequency coverage

• FM: 87.5MHz - 108 MHz

Audio ou tpu t p ower

• 1 x 1.3W RMS

Connections

• USB compatible Port 2.0

• SD/MMC READER

• MICRO SD (TF) CARD READER

• Auxiliary input 3.5 mm

• Headphone output 3.5 mm

Weight

• 0.16KG

Dimensions

• 118 x 30 x 78 mm (W

IMPORTANT:

Due to continual revision and i mprovement on o ur products de sign, specificatio ns are subject

to change with out further notice.

RADIO OPERATION

1. Press and hold POWER button for 2 seconds, to switch ON the unit into STANDBY Mode.

2. Press RADIO/MP3 button once to enter into RADIO mode.

3. Press

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT) button for a second to start radio scanning.

4. Adjust the sound volume by pressing VOL- or VOL+.

5. Press and hold POWER button for 2 seconds to switch OFF the radio.

Radio preset

1. Press and hold for 2 seconds PLAY button to start the AUTO-SCAN PRESET stations.

The AR-68 memorize automatically each time a radio station is found and can preset up to 50

stations. It will stop automatically when all the stations have been found.

2. Use the

(PREVIOUS) or (NEXT) button once to select one of the preset stations.

Input a station Radio

To improve FM reception

SLEEP FUNCTION

END OF LIFE DISPOSAL

This unit compli es with Europea n Council Directive 2006 / 95 CE

(Electromagneti c Compatibility & Low Voltage Directives)

If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin!

- The presence of dangerous substances in the electrical and electronic equipments can have potential

consequences on the environment and human health in the cycle of reprocessing this product.

- Therefore, at the end of its lifetime, this product shall not be disposed with other non-recycled waste.

Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation

that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.

- Local authorities and resellers have set special procedures for the purpose of collecting and recycling this

product (please contact your local authority for further details). You have the obligation to use the

selective waste collection systems put in place by your local authority.

- If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these

separately beforehand according to local requirements.

- By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary

treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and

human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

Warning! This logo set on the product means that the recycling of this apparatus comes

within the framework of the Directive 2002/96/CE of January 27, 2003 concerning the

Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

This symbol means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with

general household waste. There is a separate collection system for these products.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may

be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence

of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying

the appliance.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the

unit is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instruction should be retained for

future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be

adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating instructions should be followed.

5. WATER AND MOISTURE - The unit should not be used near water, for example, near a

bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.

6. VENTILATION - The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not

interfere with its proper ventilation. Do not place on bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may

block the ventilation openings, in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may

impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. The normal ventilation of the product

shall not be impeded for intended use.

7. HEAT - The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or

other unit (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8. OBJECT and LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids

are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

9. SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the

user operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

10. Power cord protection: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely

to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying attention to cords at

plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product.

Notes:

1. Reduce volume before plugging the earphones/headphone.

2. Speaker of the unit is automatically disconnected while earphones/headphone

are connected.

3. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening volume level.

Place your AKAI AR-68 on a flat and stable surface so that it cannot fall over.

• Carefully remove all the components from the carton and remove all packing materials

from the components. Make sure noting is accidentally discarded with the packing

materials.

• Save the carton and the packing materials, if possible, in the unlikely event that the

unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original carton and packing

material is the only proper way to protect the unit from shipping damage.

Battery Supply

Open the battery compartment and insert as indicated in the compartment the Rechargeable

Battery, Li-ion 3.7V supplied.

Battery Charging

Connect the unit by inserting the USB cable into DC 5V IN jack (13), and inserting the other

end into the USB interface or USB charger. The charging time is around 2h30 to 3 hours. The

charging indicator will flash during battery charging.

To use 5V AC/DC adapter for external DC charging, insert the small end of USB cable into the

DC 5V IN jack and the other end of USB cable into the USB/AC adaptor. Plug the adaptor into

AC wall outlet. Do not charge the battery with the AC/DC adaptor for more than 24 hours.

Battery precautions

• If the unit has not been used for a long period of time, the rechargeable battery may

be completely discharged into a “sleep mode” condition. This is the characteristics of all

the rechargeable battery. For the first time to recharge (to wake up) the battery, it is

recommended to charge for a period exceed 5 hours but not exceed 24 hours.

• Use only the supplied rechargeable battery.

• Warning: The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or

the like.

AC/DC operation precautions

1. For AC operation, make sure the voltage is compatible. Always use the provided AC/DC

adaptor; never use other adaptor.

2. Always disconnect the AC power cord from the AC power source when it is not in use or

when DC power is operating.

1. Press & hold POWER button for 1 second to power on the unit.

2. The unit switches to Standby Mode automatically.

Press numerical keys to direct input the frequency of Radio Station you want to play. The unit

will tune to the entered radio station immediately.

Pull out the telescopic aerial to improve the FM Reception. If the FM-signal is too strong (very

close to a transmitter) reduce its length.

If you want to listen to radio or MP3 music files while fall asleep, you can use sleep function.

With the radio on (or MP3 music play), press and hold numerical key 4 to enter into the sleep

mode “SL 15”“will flash on the display.

Press and hold 4 numerical key to select the desired sleep time. The sleep timer will change by

15 minutes each time from 15 minutes to 90 minutes.

The unit will stop playing when the timer countdowns from the preset sleep time to the end and

then switch off by itself.

AUX jack allows you to connect an external music player or an external sound source to the

AR-68.

1. Plug a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) into your external music player and connect the

other end (3.5mm jack) into the AUX jack on the side of the unit.

2. Make sure your external music player is turned on.

3. Start music playback on your external music player.

4. Control the sound level from the AR-68.

If you don’t want to disturb other people during your listening, you can plug your

earphones/headphone into the PHONE jack. The audio from the speaker will be muted and you

can enjoy your listening from your earphones/headphone.

Establish a safe sound level: over time your hearing will adapt to continuous loud sounds and

will give the impression that the volume has in fact been reduced. What seems normal to you

may in fact be harmful. To guard against this before your hearing adapts, set the volume to a

low level.

Slowly increase the level until you can hear comfortably and clearly and without distortion.

Damage to your hearing is accumulative and is irreversible. Any ringing or discomfort in the ears

indicates that the volume is too loud. Once you have established a comfortable listening level,

do not increase the sound level.

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Category: Radios

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