Entwodiksyon
The Surfans F28 is a high-fidelity portable music player designed to deliver an immersive audio experience. Featuring dual ESS9018 DACs, a 4.4mm balanced output, and comprehensive Bluetooth 5.2 support including LDAC and aptX HD, the F28 supports a wide range of lossless audio formats. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your device to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Figi 1: Devan ak dèyè view of the Surfans F28 HiFi Music Player.
Kontni pake
Tanpri verifye ke tout atik ki nan lis anba a yo prezan nan pakè ou a:
- 1x Surfans F28 HiFi Music Player
- 1x USB-C Chaje Kab
- 1x 128GB Micro SD Card (pre-installed or included separately)
- 1x Manyèl Itilizatè (dokiman sa a)

Figure 2: Illustration of typical package contents.
Pwodwi souview
Familiarize yourself with the various components and controls of your F28 music player.
Karakteristik kle:
- Dual ESS9018 DACs: For high-resolution audio decoding and minimal distortion.
- Sòti balanse 4.4mm: Provides enhanced audio quality and power for demanding headphones.
- Sòti 3.5mm yon sèl bout: Standard audio output for common headphones.
- Bidirectional Bluetooth 5.2: Supports LDAC and aptX HD for high-quality wireless audio transmission and reception.
- Ekran taktil IPS 3.5 pous: For intuitive navigation and control.
- ALPS Analog Volume Knob: For precise volume adjustments.
- Depo dilatabl: Sipòte kat Micro SD jiska 512GB.
- USB-C pò: Pou chaje ak transfè done.

Figure 3: The F28 player showcasing its display and audio capabilities.

Figure 4: The dual ESS9018K2M DAC chips, central to the F28's high-fidelity audio.

Figure 5: Top panel with 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended audio outputs, and the ALPS analog volume knob.
Enstalasyon
1. Chaje Aparèy la
Before first use, fully charge the F28. Connect the included USB-C cable to the player's USB-C port and the other end to a USB power adapter (5V/1A recommended) or a computer's USB port. The charging indicator will show the charging status. A full charge typically takes several hours.
2. Mete Kat Mikwo SD a
The F28 supports Micro SD cards up to 512GB. Locate the Micro SD card slot on the bottom of the device. Gently insert the Micro SD card with the gold contacts facing down until it clicks into place. To remove, push the card in slightly until it springs out.

Figure 6: Inserting the Micro SD card and connecting via USB-C for data transfer.
3. Transfere Mizik Files
Connect the F28 to your computer using the USB-C cable. The player will appear as a removable storage device. You can then drag and drop your music files directly into the Micro SD card's folders. The F28 supports various lossless formats including DSD (DSF/DFF), FLAC/WAV (up to 384kHz), AIFF/APE, as well as MP3/AAC.

Figure 7: Supported audio file formats for the F28 player.
Enstriksyon Operasyon
1. Power On/Off
- Pouvwa sou: Press and hold the power button (located on the side) until the screen illuminates.
- Pouvwa Off: Press and hold the power button until a power-off prompt appears, then confirm.
2. Navigasyon debaz
The F28 features a 3.5-inch IPS touchscreen for primary navigation. Swipe gestures and taps are used to select options and move between menus. Physical buttons on the side provide additional control for playback (play/pause, next/previous track) and menu navigation.
3. Mizik lèktur
From the main menu, select "My Music" or "Folder" to browse your audio files. Tap on a song to begin playback. The playback screen displays track information, progress, and playback controls.
4. Kontwòl Volim
Adjust the volume using the gold-colored ALPS analog knob located on the top right of the device. Rotate clockwise to increase volume and counter-clockwise to decrease. The volume level will be displayed on the screen.
5. Bluetooth Koneksyon
The F28 supports Bidirectional Bluetooth 5.2 with LDAC and aptX HD codecs for high-quality wireless audio. To pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers:
- Go to "System Settings" and select "Bluetooth".
- Limen Bluetooth.
- The player will scan for available devices. Select your device from the list to pair.
The F28 can also act as a Bluetooth receiver, allowing you to stream audio from your phone or PC to the player.

Figure 8: The F28 features a Bluetooth 5.2 chip for stable and high-quality wireless connections.
6. Anviwònman egalize
The F28 includes an equalizer to customize your sound. Navigate to the "Equalizer" option in the settings. You can choose from various presets or create a custom sound profile by adjusting the frequency bands.

Figure 9: Customizing audio with the built-in equalizer.
7. Konekte ak Aparèy Ekstèn
Use the 4.4mm balanced or 3.5mm single-ended output to connect to headphones, amplifiers, or speakers. The USB-C port also supports USB DAC functionality, allowing the F28 to act as an external sound card for your computer.

Figure 10: The F28 can be connected to various audio systems, including acting as a USB DAC for computers.
Antretyen
- Netwayaj: Sèvi ak yon twal mou epi sèk pou netwaye aparèy la. Evite itilize pwodui netwayaj abrazif oswa solvan.
- Depo: Sere jwè a nan yon kote ki fre epi sèk, lwen limyè solèy dirèk ak tanperati ekstrèm.
- Swen batri: Pou pwolonje lavi batri a, evite dechaje batri a nèt souvan. Si w ap sere l pou yon bon bout tan, chaje batri a apeprè 50% chak kèk mwa.
Depanaj
| Pwoblèm | Kòz posib | Solisyon |
|---|---|---|
| Aparèy pa limen. | Batri fèb; aparèy bloke. | Charge the device for at least 30 minutes. If still unresponsive, try holding the power button for 10-15 seconds for a hard reset. |
| Touchscreen is unresponsive or slow. | Pwoblèm lojisyèl tanporè; entèferans pwoteksyon ekran. | Restart the device. Ensure the screen is clean and free of debris. If using a screen protector, ensure it is properly applied and not too thick. |
| Pwoblèm koneksyon Bluetooth. | Device not in pairing mode; distance; interference. | Ensure both devices are in pairing mode and within range. Turn off and on Bluetooth on both devices. Clear previous pairings if necessary. |
| Low volume via Bluetooth. | Volume settings on both devices; codec compatibility. | Increase volume on both the F28 and the connected Bluetooth device. Ensure optimal codec (LDAC/aptX HD) is selected if supported by the receiving device. |
| Mizik files not recognized or played in incorrect order. | Koripsyon files; file system indexing issue. | Asire w files are in supported formats. Re-scan the music library from the player's settings. If issues persist, try reformatting the Micro SD card (backup data first) and re-transferring files. Note: Some players may sort by filename alphabetically rather than track number metadata. |
Espesifikasyon
| Karakteristik | Detay |
|---|---|
| Non modèl | F28 128G |
| Dimansyon pwodwi | 0.7 x 2.6 x 4.7 pous |
| Pwa atik | 9.6 ons |
| DAC Chip | Dual ESS9018K2M |
| Fòma odyo sipòte | DSD (DSF/DFF), FLAC/WAV (up to 384kHz/32-bit), AIFF/APE, MP3/AAC, WMA Lossless |
| Bluetooth vèsyon | 5.2 (Bidirectional, supports LDAC/aptX HD) |
| Gwosè ekran | 3.5 pous ekran taktil IPS |
| Depo Entèn | 128GB (included Micro SD card) |
| Depo dilatabl | Up to 512GB via Micro SD card |
| Batri | 1x 12V battery (included), approx. 12-hour playback |
| Sòti pò | 4.4mm Balanse, 3.5mm Yon Sèl Bout |
| Koneksyon Teknoloji | Aux, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C |
| Karakteristik espesyal | Egaliseur |
Garanti ak sipò
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Surfans websit la oubyen kontakte sèvis kliyan yo dirèkteman. Kenbe resi acha w la kòm prèv acha pou reklamasyon garanti.
You can visit the official Surfans Store on Amazon for more information and support: Surfans Audio Store





