Dreamus Astell & Kern ACRO BE100 User manual

INSTRUCTION BOOK
ACRO BE100
User Guide

CONTENTS
Before Using the Product
Included Items
Parts Names
Power Management
Connections
Getting Started
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Basic Operations
Listening to Music
Listening to Radio
Using the Device_02
Safety Pre-Cautions
Troubleshooting
Copyright
Certifications
Registered Trademarks
Disclaimers
Specifications
Miscellaneous
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User Guide
Getting Started 02
Before
Using the
Product
The descriptions contained in this instruction book are
based on the product's default settings.
The content of this user guide may differ from that of the
actual product depending on the manufacturer's
specification changes, and the picture in the user guide
may differ from that of the actual product.
Some features may not be available depending on the
manufacturer or model of the mobile device.
Please check with the manufacturer of the mobile
device.
Failures due to liquid damage are not covered by
warranty.

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User Guide
Components may change without previous notice to
improve the performance or quality of the product.
Included
Items
Quick Start Guide &
Warranty Card
Adapter plugs
(UK, KR, EU, US&JP, CN)
Power adapterACRO BE100 FM antenna
UK CNUS&JPKR EU
FM antenna : Receive FM broadcasts.
Power adapter : Supplies power to the product.
Adapter plugs : Different plugs for country specific use.
Quick Start Guide : A basic guide for using the product.
Warranty Card : Please keep the warranty card, since it
is required when requesting after-sales service.
Product User Guide : The User Guide can be downloaded
from the Astell&Kern website:
[http://www.astellnkern.com Support > Download].
FM radio functions may vary depending on the model.

User Guide
Getting Started 04
Parts
Names
The appearance of the product as well as the information
printed and engraved on the product may vary depending
on the manufacturer's specifications.
Preset Bass Power/Volume/Mode
Treble
Play/Pause
Next Song/Channel
Previous Song/Channel
Power Port AUX IN
Service Port Antenna Port

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Preset: You can save up to 6 radio channels of your
choice.
Bass: Adjust the bass level.
Play/Pause: Play or pause playback.
Power/Volume/Mode:
Long press - Turn ON/OFF the product.
Short press - Change the mode.
Turn the wheel to adjust the sound volume.
Treble: Adjust the treble level.
Previous Song/Channel: Go to the previous song/
channel.
Next Song/Channel: Go to the next song/channel.
Power Port: Use this port to connect the power adapter
to supply power to the device.
Service Port: Use this port for after sales service.
AUX IN: Use this port to connect to an external device to
output its sound.
Antenna Port: Use this port to connect the antenna.
FM radio functions may vary depending on the model.
The service port is used for after sales service only.
Using the product with the service port cover removed can
cause product failure.
The front cover of the speaker cannot be removed. Never
remove the cover. Doing so can cause damage to the
speaker unit.
The warranty does not cover defects caused by customer’s
negligence.

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Getting Started 06
Power
Manage-
ment
Connecting the adapter and the plug
1. Remove the adapter by pressing the
bottom of the cover and lifting it up.
2. Select the appropriate plug for your
country and slide it down until it
clicks in place.
3. Change the plug by pressing the
bottom and lifting it up.
Avoid pushing the plug too hard. Doing so can damage it.
Check the direction carefully before engaging it.
Make sure to connect the type of plug that fits your
country’s outlet.

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Connecting Power
1. Connect the included adapter to the [Power] port on
the back of the product.
2. Select the appropriate plug for your country, connect
it to the adapter, and then connect it to the outlet to
supply power to the product.
Power adapter specifications: 19V / 3.43A
Be sure to use the power adapter that comes with the
product. Adapters that do not meet the product’s specifica-
tions may cause product failure.
Moisture on the power port can cause product failure. Be
sure to completely remove any moisture from the power
port before using it.
Make sure to connect the plug that fits the outlet type used
in your country.
The adapter may get hot while in use. This is normal and
does not affect the life or function of the product.
Charging the product when the adapter jack is wet can
damage the product. Dry it thoroughly before charging.
Avoid bending the adapter jack excessively. Doing so may
cause the power cable to break.
Always unplug the power cable from the outlet before
disconnecting it from the speaker.

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User Guide
Turning the Device On
1. Press and hold the [Power/Volume/Mode] wheel to
turn on the speaker.
The front display will show [BT], and the LED under
the [Power/Volume/Mode] wheel will light up.
Turning the Device Off
1. With the power on, press and hold the [Power/Volume
/Mode] wheel.
The text will disappear on the front display, and the
LED under [Power/Volume/Mode] will also be turned
OFF.
Front Display
Different text will be displayed depending on the mode
and context.
Bluetooth Pairing Standby
Bluetooth Mode
Radio Mode
External Device Connection
Radio Channel
Saved FM Frequency
Treble levels (0/1/2/3/4/5)
Bass levels (0/1/2/3/4/5)
BT P
BT
FM
AUX
99.8 (e.g.,99.8)
P 99.8 (e.g.,P 99.8)
TREB 0,1,2,3,4,5
BASS 0,1,2,3,4,5
StatusText

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User Guide
Connec-
tions
Connecting to a Mobile Device
1. When the product is powered on, it automatically
enters Bluetooth Pairing Standby mode.
2. Turn ON the Bluetooth feature on your mobile device:
[Settings > Connections > Bluetooth]
3. Select [ACRO BE100] when it appears in the device
search to complete pairing with your mobile device.
Entering Bluetooth Pairing Mode
Use this mode to connect the speaker with a device other
than the currently paired mobile device on Bluetooth.
1. Press and hold the [Preset] button for 5 seconds or
longer.
The front display will show [BT P], and it enters the
Pairing Standby state.

The connection image may vary depending on the
connected mobile device and the version of the software.
After pairing is complete, check the volume before using
the speaker.
If Bluetooth pairing is not working, press and hold the
[Preset] button for 5 seconds or longer to enter the Pairing
Standby state.
When connecting the product to a device, make sure the
product is located close to the device. Failing to do so may
cause malfunction or noise depending on the user’s
environment.
Use the speaker within 10 meters of the connected device.
The distance of separation may affect the quality of your
wireless connection.
Make sure there are no obstacles between the product and
the connected device. Obstacles including other people,
walls, corners, supplementary partitions, etc., can affect
the quality of your wireless connection. Make sure to use it
in a location with no obstacles between the product and
connected device.
Be careful not to touch the device connected with the
product. It may affect the quality of your wireless
connection.
Bluetooth uses the same 2.4 GHz frequency band as
industrial/scientific/medical/electronics devices and
wireless LAN. This can cause interference between devices
and affect the quality of the wireless connection.
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Basic
Opera-
tions
Button Operations
Bluetooth Mode: Press and hold the
[Preset] button for 5 seconds or
longer to enter the Pairing mode.
Radio Mode: You can save up to 6
channels of your choice.
Press the [Treble] button to adjust
the treble level.
Can be adjusted in 6 levels: 0>1>2>3>4>5
Press the [Bass] button to adjust the
treble level.
Can be adjusted in 6 levels: 0>1>2>3>4>5
Bluetooth Mode: Go to the previous
song.
Radio Mode: Go to the previous channel.
Play/pause the music or radio.
Preset
Treble
Bass
Previous
Song/
Channel
Play/
Pause
1
2
3
4
5
1 3 52 4 6 7

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Bluetooth Mode: Go to the next song.
Radio Mode: Go to the next channel.
Long press - Turn ON/OFF the
product.
Short press - Change the mode.
Available in 3 modes: BT > FM > AUX
Turn the wheel to adjust the sound
volume.
Next Song/
Channel
Power/
Volume/
Mode
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7
FM radio functions may vary depending on the model.
Do not press the touch button with a pointed or sharp
object. Doing so may cause the product to fail.
For best operation, avoid touching the button too quickly.
For best operation, touch the button accurately.

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An audio cable for connecting to an external device is not
provided with your product.
You can only connect an external device that supports
3.5mm audio output.
Turning up the volume too high may damage the speaker
unit.
Depending on the music, listening to music for a long time
at full volume can damage the speaker unit.
Max 2 Vrms is allowed for Aux in.
Connecting an External Device to Listen to Music
1. Press the [Power/Volume/Mode] wheel to set it to
[AUX] mode.
The front display will show [Aux].
2. Connect the external device to the [AUX] port on the
back with a cable that meets the product’s specifications.
3. When you play music on an external device, the music
is played through the speaker.
Connecting to Bluetooth to Listen to Music
1. Press the [Power/Volume/Mode] wheel to set it to [BT]
mode.
The front display will show [BT].
2. After connecting the speaker and the mobile device
via Bluetooth, you can play music through the speaker
by playing it on the mobile device.
3. Use buttons on your mobile device or speaker to use
features such as Pause, Play, Next Song, and Previous
song.
Listening
to Music

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User Guide
Listening to Radio
1. Press the [Power/Volume/Mode] wheel to set it to
[FM] mode.
The front display will show [FM].
2. Press the [ / ] button to go to the desired
frequency.
The front display will show the new frequency.
Pressing the [ / ] button moves the frequency
in 0.1 MHz steps.
Press and hold the [ / ] button to find and go
to an available frequency.
3. Pressing the [ ] button pauses/resumes the radio.
Saving a Radio Channel
Frequently visited radio frequencies can be saved
through the preset feature.
1. Go to the desired frequency and press and hold the
[Preset] button.
2. The current frequency will blink on the front display
with P before the frequency, and the channel will be
saved.
Up to 6 channels can be saved.
Listening
to Radio

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User Guide
Deleting a Saved Radio Channel
If you have saved all six presets and try to save a different
frequency, the front display will show [FULL]. In this case,
you must delete a stored preset to save the new channel.
1. Go to the frequency you wish to delete and press and
hold the [Preset] button.
2. The current frequency will blink on the front display,
the P before the frequency will disappear, and the
channel will be deleted.
1. In [FM] mode, press the [Preset] button to go to the
saved channel.
The front display will show the frequency with [P].
2. Press the [Preset] button to navigate through the
saved channels.
3. You can use [ / ] to go to a different frequency in
the preset mode.
Listening to a Saved Radio Channel
FM radio functions may vary depending on the model.

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Safety
Precau-
tions
Product
Do not insert any metal objects (coins, hairpins, etc.)
or flammable debris into the device.
Do not place heavy objects on the product.
If the product gets wet from rain (water), beverages,
liquid medicine, cosmetics, sweat, or other moisture,
do not turn it ON. Use a soft cloth to wipe the product
dry and take it to a service center to be checked.
(Failures due to water ingress can be repaired for a
fee regardless of the warranty period, however, such
damage may not be repairable.)
Avoid exposing the device to direct sunlight or extreme
temperatures (0℃- 40℃; 32°F - 104°F) such as the
inside of a car during the summer.
Do not store or use in hot and humid places such as
saunas.
Avoid places with excess moisture, dust, or smoke.
Do not use for an extended period on blankets, electric
blankets, or carpets.
Do not place near a fire or in a microwave.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the
product yourself.
Do not place the device near magnetic objects
(magnets, televisions, monitors, speakers, etc.).
Never use harsh chemicals or detergents on the
product as doing so can lead to changes in the surface
and paint condition.
Do not drop the product or expose it to a strong shock
(avoid places with strong vibrations. etc.).

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Do not press multiple buttons simultaneously.
Do not press the button too hard.
Do not block the vent in the back where the sound
comes out.
Do not place a fire source such as a candle on the
product.
Do not install or use the product near heat generating
devices such as radiators, heaters, or stoves.
Do not install the product in an enclosed space,
bookcases, or similar places.
Other
Avoid using the device during thunderstorms to reduce
the possibility of electric shock.
Do not listen to music at an excessive volume for an
extended period.

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Trouble-
shooting 1. The device won't turn on.
Please check whether the power adapter is
connected properly.
2. Sound doesn’t come out.
Check if the volume is set to [0].
Check the volume of the connected mobile device or
external device.
Check the line-out settings in the connected external
device.
3. The sound is distorted.
Check if the volume is too high.
Set the treble and bass levels again.
4. Cannot connect to Bluetooth.
Check the Bluetooth settings in the mobile device
you want to connect.
Disconnect the mobile device from Bluetooth and
try connecting it again.
Move the mobile device close to the product and try
connecting it again.
Move away from devices such as microwave ovens
and wireless network-related devices and try
connecting it again.
5. The radio has noise.
Adjust the position and height of the antenna.
Move the product and check it again.
Common issues and solutions

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Certifica-
tions
KC / FCC / CE / TELEC
Class B Device (Communication equipment for residential
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.
FCC ID: QDMDSM21
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.