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General| Headphone outputs | 1 |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 100 x 78 x 15 mm |
| Audio recording formats | WAV (IMA ADPCM / PCM) |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows ME, 2000, XP, Media Center Macintosh: OS X Linux |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
| Audio formats supported | AAC, AC3, MP3 |
| Image formats supported | BMP, PNG |
| Display diagonal | 3.5 \ |
| Display resolution | 320 x 240 pixels |
| Product color | Silver |
Weight and Dimensions| Weight | 195 g |
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Essential safety instructions for operating the Archos device, covering usage near water, cleaning, and ventilation.
General description of the Archos device, covering its physical layout and main components.
Detailed explanation of the function of each button and navigation control for user interaction.
Description of underside connectors for computer connection, charging, and external device linkage.
Details on connecting headphones via AV out jack and video output to TV.
Explanation of the meaning of LED indicators such as HDD, CHG, and TV/LCD status lights.
Details on status bar icons indicating volume, battery level, time, and playback status.
How to navigate between applications and screens using tabs and the contextual menu.
Steps to change the device's interface language and use of other character sets.
Instructions for charging the Archos device battery before first use.
Guidelines for protecting the Archos device from damage, heat, moisture, and physical shock.
How to perform a hardware reset if the Archos device freezes or becomes unresponsive.
Methods for browsing video files using the Video List and Video Browser views.
Understanding the video playback screen layout and button controls for playback functions.
Mapping of device buttons to video playback actions like fast forward, rewind, pause, and volume.
Description of menu items available during video playback, including Info, Format, and Speed.
How to access and adjust video settings like PlayMode, Repeat/Shuffle, and LCD Brightness.
Methods for transferring videos, including synchronization with Windows Media Player.
Information on recording video using the Archos device, requiring optional DVR Station or Travel Adapter.
Navigating music files using the ArcLibrary (categorized view) and Music Browser (folder view).
Understanding the music playback screen layout and button controls for playback and navigation.
Mapping of device buttons to music playback actions like track skipping, pause, and volume.
Interpreting music status icons and available menu options during playback.
Adjusting music playback settings like PlayMode (Single, Folder, All, Queue) and Repeat/Shuffle.
Configuring sound settings for volume, built-in loudspeaker, bass boost, and equalizer presets.
Creating, playing, and editing playlists of audio tracks for organized music playback.
Steps to select and play existing playlists, including shuffle options.
Process for adding songs to create new playlists from the music browser.
Methods for transferring music files, including synchronization with Windows Media Player.
Overview of recording audio using the built-in microphone or external sources with optional adapters.
Configuration options for audio recording, including title, format, source, and sampling rate.
Step-by-step guide for recording audio using the device's built-in microphone.
Browsing photos using the Photo Wall (thumbnails) and PhotoLibrary (sorted by metadata).
Details on the PhotoLibrary view for organizing photos by date, name, or other EXIF data.
Explanation of the Photo Browser view for navigating the device's photo folder structure.
Description of menu options like Info, Delete, Rename, Set as Wallpaper, and Slideshow.
Mapping of device buttons to photo viewing actions like zoom, rotate, and slideshow control.
Details on menu items for viewing photos, including Info, Zoom, Rotate, and Settings.
Adjusting Picture Pause time and Transition effects for photo slideshows.
How to start, pause, and control photo slideshows, including setting display times.
How to view photos or slideshows while music is playing and switch between modes.
Methods for transferring photos from computers, cameras, or card readers to the Archos device.
Introduction to the Archos File Browser and its two-panel interface for file system navigation.
How to navigate files and folders using the device buttons and control the browser interface.
Description of menu options available in the File Browser, such as Create Folder, Delete, and Rename.
Using the on-screen virtual keyboard for text input, renaming files, and creating titles.
How to open and read PDF documents, including support for hyperlinks.
Button mapping for page turning, zooming, and displaying the PDF reader menu.
How to follow and return from hyperlinks within PDF documents.
Explanation of the two connection modes for linking the Archos device to a computer.
Step-by-step instructions for connecting the Archos device to a computer via USB.
Connecting the Archos device to Windows XP/WMP10 for media synchronization.
Connecting the Archos device as a mass storage device on Windows ME/2000/XP.
Connecting the Archos device as a mass storage device on Mac OS X.
Guidelines for safely disconnecting the Archos device from the computer to prevent data loss.
How to access and change the device's language settings and character sets.
Configuring TV standard, format, and video output for external display.
Adjusting the brightness and stability of the built-in LCD screen.
Setting background wallpaper, picture names, theme colors, and font colors.
Setting the device's time format, year, month, day, hour, and minute.
Configuring power saving options for battery and external power, including auto-off timers.
Information on controlling external devices via the infrared emitter.
Managing the ARCLibrary for music categorization and updating its contents.
Viewing current firmware version and initiating firmware updates.
Procedure to verify if the installed firmware is the latest version available.
Step-by-step guide to download and install new firmware for the Archos device.
Introduction to optional accessories for enhanced recording capabilities.
Instructions for recording video using the VideoCorder function and pre-recording screen.
Detailed steps for initiating video recording and adjusting video recording settings.
Setting parameters for scheduled recordings, including auto-stop and duration.
Adjusting video quality parameters like resolution, bitrate, and sampling rate.
Understanding copy protection measures for recorded video content.
Step-by-step guide to set up scheduled video recordings using the device's scheduler.
Integrating Yahoo! Calendar with the Archos scheduler for automated TV program recording.
Procedure for setting up the infrared emitter code to control external devices like VCRs.
Selecting the device type and brand to configure the IR emitter.
Process for testing and selecting the appropriate emitter codes for your tuner.
Steps for recording audio from external sources using the AudioCorder function.
How to connect external USB devices like cameras and card readers using the USB Host port.
Details on storage capacity, display type, resolution, and color depth.
Supported video and audio codecs, formats, and playback features.
Supported image formats for the photo viewer and PDF document handling.
Details on USB interfaces, connections, and power sources.
Required PC and Macintosh configurations for device operation and software compatibility.
Information regarding the Archos device's policy on defective pixels and warranty coverage.
How to find help through the website FAQ, email support, and phone contact.
