M2 user manual - Acoustic Research
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1. Using Windows Explorer PC Make sure the Player is connected to your computer 2 Open Windows Explorer select Computer open ARM2 under Portable Devices 3 Open the desired storage media Internal SD card or SD card if a microSD card is inserted 4 Drag and drop audio files or folders containing audio files from your computer to the desired locations on the Player Audio files are automatically organized under different views according to embedded music tags 5 After the transfer disconnect the Player from the computer Using Android File Transfer Mac 1 Download Android File Transfer from www android com filetransfer and install it in your computer 2 Connect the Player to the computer 3 The Android File Transfer software should be launched automatically when the Player is detected by the computer If not open it manually 4 Select the desired storage media by clicking on the tab Internal SD card or SD card if a microSD card is inserted 5 Drag and drop audio files or folders containing audio files from your computer to the desired locations on the Player Audio files are automatically organized under different views according to embedded music tags 6 After the transfer disconnect the Player from the computer Deleting files from the Player You may delete any files transferred to the Player 1 Connect the Player to your computer 2 Open the Player in Windows Explorer PC or Android File Transfer M2. third party Android application package APK ssssssssssssssssssssssrsssssssssssssesresssssssssess 15 Visiting Acoustic Research website Technical specification SpeciNca tOM S nen r a i a A a E T EE ER A Dear Acoustic Research Customer Thank you for purchasing the Player This product will play FLAC Apple Lossless WAV AIFF Monkey s Audio APE and DSD contents Copyright warning This Player is for your personal use only Unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted material may infringe upon the rights of third parties and may be contrary to copyright laws Back up your data As with any portable Player you must back up the drive regularly The manufacturer is not responsible for lost data Unpacking your Player All of the items listed below should have been packed in the box with your Player Acoustic Research M2 e Quick Start Guide AC DC power adapter with interchangeable plugs USB connector cable Computer system requirements PC requirements Windows 7 Windows 8 Windows Media Player 10 or higher USB port 2 0 recommended Mac requirements MacOS X 10 5 or above Google Android File Transfer USB port 2 0 recommended Windows Windows Media and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries 4 Charging the Player Connect the USB port of the included AC DC power adapter to the Player Plug the
3. Aon T user manual Thank you for purchasing an Acoustic Research product We pride ourselves on the quality and reliability of all our electronic products For service or repairing please M2 contact the authorized local distributor s Latest software update and documentations are available at WWW ACOUSTIC RESEARCH COM It is important to read this user manual prior to using your new product for the first time Important battery information Warning Your product contains a battery and charging system which is designed to work in temperatures that do not exceed 50 C 122 F Leaving this product in a closed automobile or the trunk of an automobile where temperatures may exceed 50 C may result in permanent battery damage fire or explosion Please remove your product from the automobile when you exit do not place your product in the trunk of your automobile and do not leave your product in any location where temperatures may exceed 50 C Ecology Your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations Because this product contains a battery the product must be disposed of separately from the household waste Precautions for the unit Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place condensation problems may result Do not store the unit near fire places with high temperature or in direct sunlight Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat such as ins
4. Before you begin using your Acoustic Research Player you ll want to copy your audio files to the Player You can drag and drop files using Windows Explorer PC or Android File Transfer Mac to transfer content Connecting to the computer Switch on the Player and connect the it to your computer with the USB connector cable provided For PC users The Player will be connected in MTP Media Transfer Protocal mode It will appear as a media device on your computer for file transfer For Mac users You can download and install the free program Android File Transfer on your computer in order to transfer files Visit www android com filetransfer to download the software See the chapter Managing files on your Acoustic Research Player for details regarding transferring files to the Player USB port of your lt gt Player computer E We It may take several seconds for the Player to be detected Refresh your computer screento make sure the Player has been detected we The Player is capable of transferring files using USB 2 0 If a USB 2 0 port is available on your computer use it to connect to your Player The Player is still backward compatible with the older USB 1 1 ports however you will not be able to take full advantage of the potential speed increase IMPORTANT Do not disconnect the USB connection from either the PC or the Player during the transfer of file or software installation
5. IAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU b YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SELECTION OF THE APPROPRIATE PROGRAM TO ACHIEVE YOUR INTENDED RESULTS AND FOR THE INSTALLATION USE AND RESULTS OBTAINED Important information Important battery information ECOLOGY secvasssessensydectveciosssesscrecetenssnesesicd Precautions for the unit Headset Safety essssccsssscssecsssecsssecssscessssesssscssecsecsesssessueessnecessscessscessescssecensccesseesascessueceanecsaseceseessnseestees Limitation OF VAD EY sasseccsccicccccosessccustiiessssciesssctcecsedcscnslecnstsonssctasheniieseosseesechesvnsadescosdersusedensscbecneawetlet 1 Before you begin COPY GIVE WANING AE AEAEE AAT 4 Back up your data Unpacking YOUN PLAY ON cscccsdicssaccascszes zsatsacts nctavezssxcsacacooaccossscnuseneascseaucceazcedasnsavacbadesdgnsesoasdceonnedosctoasceate 4 Computer SYSTEM FEQUIFEMENTS cescssscssscssecseecncessecsscessecnscessecsscessessscesseenscessessseessesnceseesseeesseene 4 Charging the Player siecccisscscsscsessssssscssssavesacossscobscsondsconscotsscasassaccacesagastvseteusdnsnddssustesssendsccossbonsestnszetsiest 5 General controls Switching the Player omand Off siirsin iissa atait a aiaa 6 Switching on and off the display and screen lock Resetting the Player csssscsssccssssessseccseecssccsseeccsseesneecsneeses Headphones Volume adjust Ment ceccsssscsssscsssecsssecsneccssscessecesseecssccenscccsscesssces
6. ac and then navigate to the folder containing the files 3 Select the files you want to remove and then press the Delete key on the keyboard of your computer wh IMPORTANT Do not disconnect the USB connection during file transfer Doing so may corrupt Y A system files or the files being transferred OAN Alternatively you can also delete any files from the Player without connecting to your computer To do so just tap and hold on an item to be deleted and then select Delete from the option menu For more details see the section Showing the option menu under the chapter Using the AR Music Player app The storage capacity of the Player can be expanded by inserting a microSD card into the Player The Player supports a microSD card with a capacity up to 128 GB Inserting microSD card 1 Slide open the cover of the microSD expansion slot 2 Insert a microSD card into the card slot The card is properly inserted when you hear a click sound 3 Slide the cover to close the microSD expansion slot sono microSD card Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification bar 2 Tap on the option SD card connected Touch to unmount sdcard 3 Slide open the cover of the microSD expansion slot and then push the card into the slot until you hear a click sound 4 Remove the card when it is ejected and close the expansion slot cover Menus and navigations Home screen The home screen shows after the Player
7. arty firmware into the Player AS The player may not function properly after third party firmware is loaded Loading third party firmware will void the warranty Visiting Acoustic Research website Please visit www acoustic research com for Latest software and firmware User manual Frequently asked questions FAQ Customer service and technical support information Technical specification Power source Built in rechargeable lithium polymer battery 3 7V USB power from a computer via the supplied USB connector cable AC DC power 5V 2A Specifications Hardware Dimensions 136 5 mm H 71 1 mm W 15 mm D Unit Weight 245 g 3 5mm stereo headphones jack 3 5mm stereo line out jack Micro USB Connection jack Battery Internal rechargeable lithium battery Wireless connectivity Wireless LAN 802 11 b g n 2 4GHz USB Drive Capacity About 55 GB usable Some memory spaces have been reserved for operating system applications and system recovery Connection USB 2 0 Hi speed capable Memory Expansion MicroSD card slot supports micro SD SDHC SDXC memory card up to 128 GB 15 Illustrations contained within this publication are for representation only and subject to change The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee In order to provide the highest quality product possible we reserve the right to make any improve
8. deactivate the debug mode for software developers 13 Frequently asked questions Player repeats same tracks or all tracks Repeat play is turned on Adjusting volume knob does not change the volume level The volume knob only controls the output level of the headphones The line output will only output at a fixed volume level If you are using headphones please connect them to the headphone jack Audio distorted at high volume The power output of M2 may be higher than what the earphones headphones can handle Please lower the volume The audio tracks on my Player keep skipping or popping You ll need to rip the audio track again make sure you close all other applications on your computer when you record Try ripping with the Error Correction setting turned on For accurate CD ripping CD rippers with AccurateRIP is recommended For more information please visit http www accuraterip com The Player cannot be turned on Battery is empty please recharge Please go to www acoustic research com for more details Noise is heard during volume adjustment The Player adopts a classical potentiometer for better acoustic linearity There may be audible noise during adjustment Pop noise occurs between music tracks or during power on off Pop noise may occur in case the current playlist contains tracks of mixed sample rates Pop noise may occur when the amplifier circuit switch on for music playback or switch of
9. der different views Swipe the top bar and then tap on a desired view option The sorted list of files will show in the main display area for further selections e The view options include All shows all audio files Albums audio files are sorted according to albums Artists audio files are sorted according to artists Genres audio files are sorted according to genres Folders audio files are sorted according to their stored locations Playlist audio files are sorted according to playlists Now playing shows the audio file currently being played B Main display area Shows album art song title song information in Music mode or list of files in List mode C List or Music mode e Tap on this icon to switch between List and Music modes In List mode the main display area shows the list of files according to the view option you have selected at the top bar In Music mode the main display area shows the album art song title and information of the current audio file D Progress bar It shows the playback progress Tap on the bar to jump to the corresponding position within an audio file and start playback from that position E Repeat mode e Tap on this icon once to activate repeat playback of all audio files tap again to activate repeat playback of the current audio file tap the third time to deactivate the repeat playback mode 11 Shuffle mode Tap on this icon to activate or deactivate the shuffle playback mode Fa
10. f after a period of idling The Player does not allow me to start any music playback Either the headphone or line out jack must be connected to allow music playback Make sure both headphone and line out jacks are not connected at the same time Otherwise music playback will be disabled The File Explorer application does not show all music files This is a known limitation of the File Explorer application Please browse the music files with the AR Music Player application There is no Google Play Store on the Player The Player is a device customized for high precision music playback with proprietary technologies Google Play Services are not supported Third party app store may be installed for easier installation of third party applications Installing third party Android application package APK By default the Player does not allow the installation of third party applications By checking the Unknown sources option under Settings gt Security the Player will allow the installation of third party Android application package APK Compatibility of third party applications on the Player is not guaranteed Please seek advice from the application developers regarding any compatibility issue Third party applications may interfere the normal functions of the Player If there is any unexpected issue please uninstall the third party applications or perform a factory data reset W IMPORTANT 2 A Do not load third p
11. ide a parked car may cause damage or malfunction Do not expose to rain or moisture Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather Never use solvents The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel Headset safety To use a headset safely please keep the following in mind Do not play your headset at an excessive volume Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play If you experience ringing in your ears turn down the volume or stop using the headset Do not use a headset while driving a motorized vehicle or riding a bike It may cause a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas Even if your headset is an open air type designed to let you hear outside sounds don t turn up the volume so high that can t hear sounds around you Limitation of liability a TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN NO EVENT SHALL VOXX OR ITS DEALERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION CORRUPTION OF FILES LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS REGARDLESS OF CAUSE OR FORM OF ACTION INCLUDING CONTRACT TORT OR NEGLIGENCE ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM EVEN IF VOXX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES BECAUSE SOME STATES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY OF CONSEQUENT
12. is turned on Headphones have been 1 Battery level and time connected to the Player Song name Artist name A microSD card has been A inserted into the Player Tap on the album art on i the AR Music Player widget to go to the AR Music Player application TUE FEBRUARY 3 Tap on the Apps icon to go to the apps menu Tap on the return icon to Tap on the recents icon to open go to the previous screen mam the list of recently used apps Tap on the home icon to go to the home screen from other screens Application menu Tap on the Application icon at the lower right corner of the home screen to go to the Application menu The Application menu has been pre loaded with a number of applications that come with the device software version 1 0 Tap on an icon to start using an application The AR Music Player application is especially made for music playback from the Player Tap on the AR Music Player icon to start playing music APPS WIDGETS Calculator Calendar E a DoWnloads File Explorer Settings Using the AR Music Player application Accessing the AR Music Player Tap on the AR Music Player icon in the Apps menu to start using the music player The interface FOLDERS PLAYLIST A Artist name Song 1 Song name Album name audio x wav 44 1kHz 16bit Song 2 B B Song 3 Music mode List mode Song 4 Song5 Song 6 A Top bar e Audio files are automatically organized un
13. itch on press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds To switch off press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds and then tap on Power Off on the screen Switching on and off the display and screen lock To switch on the display and unlock the screen press the Power button and then swipe the lock icon towards any sides of the screen To switch off the display and lock the screen press the Power button The display will also switch off automatically after a period of inactivity default 1 minute Resetting the Player In case the Player is not responding press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds to reset it Headphones volume adjustment Make sure that the headphones are connected to the headphones jack Rotate the volume knob clockwise to reduce the volume or counterclockwise to increase it Connecting with headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the Headphones jack for private listening To protect your hearing reduce the volume to the minumum before connecting your headphones or earphones Connecting with a speaker Connect the Player with an external powered speaker system by inserting an audio cable not provided to the LINE OUT jack The output level from the line out jack is fixed and cannot be controlled by the volume knob Yul IMPORTANT When both line out and headphones jacks are connected music playback will be gt LA disabled Only one of the connections can be used at a time TOAN
14. list of audio files that you have most frequently listened to Recently Played shows the list of audio files that you have recently played Recently Added shows the list of audio files that you have recently added in the Player 3 Tap on an audio file in the list to start the playback Creating your own playlist 1 Swipe the top bar and then tap on a file viewing option 2 In the main display area tap and hold on an audio file an album an artist or a genre 2 Select Add to playlist from the option menu 3 To add the item to an existing playlist tap on the name of the existing playlist To add the item to a new playlist tap on New Then create a name for the new playlist and then tap on Save Editing your own playlists 1 Tap and hold on the name of your playlist to be edited 2 From the option menu select Rename to create a new name for the playlist or select Delete to erase the playlist Sound effects Tap on the Settings icon and then select Sound Effects to access the Sound Effects menu Select a preset sound E sound Effects o Switch on or off the effect Tap User to sound effects customize your own sound effect preferences we Normal Slide the vertical bars to adjust the equalizer Q10Hz 4kHz 14kHz Adjust the bass boost level Adjust the 3D effect level Settings Tap on the Settings icon and then select Settings to access the Settings menu You can check the current software version and activate
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16. other end of the adapter to any standard 100 240V AC wall outlet Charging should be started automatically Make sure you have charged the Player for at least 6 hours before using for the first time AA 100 240V AC wall outlet AC DC power adapter fe He o The AC DC power adapter supports interchangeable plugs Please select the right plug and snap it into the AC DC power adapter DO NOT connect individual plug into the power outlet Image is for reference only the AC DC adpater shown in the image may vary from the actual product Music playback during charging is possible but it will slow down the charging process Charging indicator light Orange Charging in progress Green Fully charged Alternatively you can connect the Player to the computer USB port through the included USB cable Make sure the USB port of your computer has 500 mA or higher current supply for battery charging Refer to the battery level icon on the display to check the battery level Recharge the Player when the battery level is low Some computers may not stop the charging when they have entered the power saving mode General controls Power button Skip Line out USB Port eer t backward j Play pause Ou o RO Display Skip forward 7 microSD expansion slot Charging indicator light Switching the Player on and off To sw
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18. vourite Tap on this icon to add audio files to the favourites playlist Settings Tap on this icon to further select the Settings and Sound Effects menus Skip forward Tap on this icon to skip to the next file Start or pause Tap on this icon to start or pause the playback Skip backward Tap on this icon to skip to the beginning of the current audio file Tap on this icon within the first 4 seconds of the current audio file to skip to the previous audio file Selecting an audio file for playback 1 2 3 Swipe the top bar and then tap on a file viewing option Select an audio file in the main display area Tap on the selected audio file to start the playback o the option menu Play Delete Add to playlist Details PI In any lists of files tap and hold on an item to show the option menu You may select to play the item add it to the playlist show its details or delete it Note that some options may not be available at all times depending on the nature of the item you have tapped on aylists Default playlists Swipe the top bar and then tap on Playlist to access the playlists Select a playlist in the main display area There are 4 default playlists DEFAULT PLAYLIST A Favourites A Most Played O C Recently Played Recently Added USER PLAYLIST Favourites shows the list of audio files that you have set as favourite by tapping on the Favourite icon Most Played shows the
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