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Archos 7 User Manual

Archos 7
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this ARCHOS product. We hope that you will enjoy
using it and that it will give you satisfaction for many years to come.
Please do register your product (directly on your ARCHOS via the WiFi) to
ensure that you get access to our technical support as well as FREE and
PURCHASABLE offers from our website and from the ARCHOS Media Club.
You can also register on our website (www.archos.com/register).
Wishing you the best multimedia experience,
The ARCHOS Team.
All the information contained in this manual was correct at the time of
publication. However, as we are often updating and improving our prod-
ucts, your device’s software may have a slightly different appearance or
modied functionality than presented in this manual.
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Archos 7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Internal memory2 GB
Internal memory type-
Card reader integratedNo
Internal storage capacity- GB
Display diagonal7 \
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports0
Form factorSlate
Product colorBlack
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight350 g

Summary

Introduction to ARCHOS Device

ARCHOS Device Description

Overview of the ARCHOS device and its main components.

Main Physical Buttons

Explanation of the primary physical buttons on the device.

LED Indicator Meanings

Description of the LED indicators and their respective meanings.

Device Connectors

Details of the various ports and connectors available on the device.

Getting Started with ARCHOS

Built-in Loudspeaker Information

Information regarding the device's integrated speaker system.

Leg Stand Usage

Details on the retractable leg stand for device stability.

First Time Usage Guide

Initial setup steps, including battery charging procedures.

Powering the Device On and Off

Instructions for powering the ARCHOS device on and off.

Installation Wizard Process

Guide to the initial setup process and device configuration.

ARCHOS Interface Navigation

Using the ARCHOS Interface

Overview of the device's graphical user interface.

Home Screen Overview

Explanation of the main screen and its primary functions.

Main Touchscreen Actions

Common touchscreen gestures and their corresponding functions.

ARCHOS Device Care and Controls

Other Touchscreen Actions

Additional touchscreen interactions for media playback and navigation.

Product Care Guidelines

Essential guidelines for maintaining and protecting the ARCHOS device.

Playing Video Content

Browsing Video Files

How to navigate and locate video files on the device.

The Video Browser Interface

Description of the video browsing interface and its features.

Video Browser Menu Items

Options available within the video browser menu.

Video Playback Operations

Video Playback Guide

Instructions on how to play video files and control playback.

Video Playback Screen Layout

Identification of elements on the video playback interface.

Controlling Video Playback

Touchscreen Controls for Video

Touchscreen gestures for controlling video playback.

Video Playback Menu Options

Menu options available during video playback.

Configuring Video Settings

Video Player Settings

How to configure video player options and playback modes.

Managing Video Files

Putting Videos onto ARCHOS

Methods for transferring video files to the device.

Creating Compatible Video Files

Tips for converting video files for device compatibility.

Advanced Video Features

Playing PC Shared Videos (UPNP)

Streaming videos from a PC over a network using UPnP.

Watching Web TV

How to access and watch Internet TV channels.

Web TV Viewing

Detailed Web TV Access

Detailed steps for accessing and viewing Web TV content.

Playing Music Content

Browsing Music Files

Navigating and organizing music files on the device.

The Music Library

Overview of the music library and its categorization.

Music Browsing and Playback

The Music Browser Interface

Description of the music browser interface for file navigation.

Music Library Menu Items

Available menu options in music browsing modes.

Controlling Music Playback

Music Playback Guide

How to play music tracks and control playback.

Music Playback Screen Layout

Identification of elements on the music playback interface.

Music Playback Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen gestures for music playback control.

Configuring Music Player

Music Playback Menu Options

Menu options available during music playback.

Music Player Settings

How to configure music player options and playback modes.

Music Playback Modes

Music Player Playback Modes

Details on PlayMode and Repeat & Shuffle settings for audio playback.

Managing Music Playlists

Playlists Guide

How to create, manage, and play music playlists.

Playing a Music Playlist

Steps to select and play a music playlist.

Playlist Menu Items

Options for managing playlist items.

Creating and Editing Playlists

Playlist Editor Menu Options

Menu options for editing and managing playlists.

Creating a New Playlist

Step-by-step guide to creating new music playlists.

Transferring Music to ARCHOS

Editing an Existing Playlist

Instructions for modifying existing music playlists.

Putting Music onto ARCHOS

Methods for transferring music files to the device.

Advanced Music Features

Transferring CD Collection

Guide to ripping CDs and transferring music.

Playing PC Shared Music (UPNP)

Streaming music from a PC over a network using UPnP.

Listening to Web Radio

Listening to Web Radios

How to access and listen to internet radio stations.

Viewing Photo Content

Browsing Your Photos

Navigating and locating photo files on the device.

The Photo Browser Interface

Description of the photo browsing interface and its features.

Photo Browser Menu Items

Available menu options in the photo browser.

Photo Viewer Operations

Viewing Individual Photos

How to view individual photo files.

Photo Viewer Screen Layout

Identification of elements on the photo viewer interface.

Photo Viewer Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen gestures for photo viewing and slideshow control.

Controlling Photo Viewing

Additional Touchscreen Controls

Additional touchscreen gestures for photo manipulation and navigation.

Photo Viewer Menu Options

Menu options available when viewing photos.

Configuring Photo Viewer

Photo Viewer Settings

How to configure photo viewer settings, like slideshow transitions.

Playing a Photo Slideshow

Steps to start, pause, and configure photo slideshows.

Transferring Photos to ARCHOS

Putting Photos onto ARCHOS

Methods for transferring photo files to the device.

Playing PC Shared Photos (UPNP)

Streaming photos from a PC over a network using UPnP.

Using the File Browser

File Browser Navigation

How to navigate the file system using the File Browser.

File Browser Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen gestures for file browser navigation.

File Management Operations

File Browser Menu Items

Available menu options within the file browser.

Copying and Moving Files

Procedures for copying and moving files and folders.

Advanced File Browser Features

Using the Virtual Keyboard

How to use the on-screen virtual keyboard for text input.

Keyboard Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen interactions for the virtual keyboard.

Browsing Network Computers

Accessing shared folders on other computers in the network.

Accessing Network Shares

Detailed Network Computer Access

Detailed steps for accessing shared folders on network computers.

Connecting to Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Connection Procedure

Steps to establish a Wi-Fi connection for the first time.

Improving Wi-Fi Reception

Tips for optimizing Wi-Fi signal strength.

Enabling Wi-Fi

Process for connecting to available Wi-Fi networks.

Configuring Wi-Fi Networks

Available Networks List

Information displayed for detected Wi-Fi networks.

Wi-Fi Network Configuration

Manual configuration steps for Wi-Fi networks.

Connecting to Secured Wi-Fi

Connecting to Open Networks

Connecting to unsecured Wi-Fi networks.

Connecting to Protected Networks

Connecting to secured Wi-Fi networks using encryption keys.

Wi-Fi Security and WPS

Protected Network Key Details

Details on key formats and authentication for secured networks.

WPS Network Connection

Connecting to Wi-Fi networks using the WPS method.

Internet Features Overview

Browsing the Web

Using the device's web browser to access websites.

Launching the Web Browser

Steps to open and start using the web browser.

Web Browser Operations

Web Browser Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen gestures for web browsing.

Web Browser Menu Options

Menu options available in the web browser.

Advanced Web Features

Additional Web Browser Menu Items

Additional menu options for search, favorites, and settings.

Playing PC Shared Media (UPNP)

Streaming media from a PC over a network using UPnP.

Sharing Media Files

Setting Windows Media Sharing

Configuring Windows Media Player for network sharing.

Playing Shared Media Files

Accessing shared media files from a PC on the ARCHOS.

ARCHOS Media Club

Accessing the ARCHOS Media Club

Accessing and using the ARCHOS Media Club for content.

Email and Contacts Management

Using the Email Client

Setting up and using the built-in email client.

Email Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen gestures for email management.

Creating an Email Account

Steps to create a new email account.

Managing Your Contacts

Managing Contacts

Managing contacts, including import/export and email sending.

Transferring Files

Connecting ARCHOS to Computer

How to physically connect the device to a computer via USB.

File Transfer Procedures

Putting Files onto ARCHOS

Methods for transferring files from a computer to the ARCHOS.

Safely Disconnecting Device

Safely disconnecting the device from a computer.

Device Disconnection Safety

Safe Disconnection Procedures

Procedures for safely disconnecting on different operating systems.

Main Device Settings

Touchscreen Interaction in Settings

General touchscreen interaction within settings menus.

Sound Settings

Adjusting audio settings like volume and speaker output.

Audio and Display Settings

Detailed Sound Settings

Detailed options for audio output and sound profiles.

Equalizer Screen Usage

Using the 5-band equalizer to customize sound.

Screen Settings

Adjusting display settings like brightness and contrast.

TV Output and Appearance Settings

Advanced Screen Settings

Specific display settings including backlight, contrast, and calibration.

TV Output Settings

Configuring video output settings when connected to a TV.

Regional and Visual Settings

TV Output Configuration

TV standard, format, and audio output options for TV connection.

Appearance Settings

Customizing the device's visual appearance, like wallpaper.

System Configuration Settings

Language and Region Settings

Setting device language, location, and Wi-Fi region.

TV Control Settings

Configuring the DVR Station's IR emitter for TV control.

Clock Settings

Setting the device's time and date.

Clock and Alarm Settings

Detailed Clock Settings

Options for clock display, format, and automatic synchronization.

Power and Alarm Management

Alarm Clock Settings

Setting up and configuring the alarm clock feature.

Power Settings

Optimizing battery life and power management settings.

Optimizing Device Power

Detailed Power Settings

Detailed power management for battery and external power.

Storage and USB Preferences

Storage Settings

Managing device storage and USB connection preferences.

Parental Control Configuration

Parental Control Settings

Setting up parental controls to restrict access to content.

Security and Support

Security Settings

Defining a security code for device startup.

Customer Assistance and Repair Tools

Accessing support, repair, formatting tools, and firmware info.

Firmware and System Information

Firmware and Plug-ins Settings

Info on plug-ins, product key, and firmware updates.

Updating the Firmware

Procedures for updating the device's operating system.

System Information

System Info Settings

Displaying system info like product key and MAC address.

Other Device Functions

Play Menu Functions

Accessing games and Flash applications.

TV Functions Overview

Using TV-related features with optional add-ons.

Tools and Document Viewing

Tools Menu Access

Accessing device settings, widgets, and file management.

PDF Document Viewing

Viewing PDF files using the built-in reader.

PDF Touchscreen Controls

Touchscreen gestures for interacting with PDF documents.

File Sharing and PDF Navigation

PDF Hyperlink Navigation

How hyperlinks function within PDF documents.

PDF Reader Menu Options

Menu options available when viewing PDFs.

File Sharing Overview

Sharing files with other devices over a network.

Network File Sharing and Help

Configuring File Sharing

Enabling and configuring the file server for network sharing.

Accessing Help Documentation

Accessing documentation and user guides.

ARCHOS Plug-ins and Add-ons

ARCHOS Plug-ins Information

Information on purchasing and installing software plug-ins.

ARCHOS Add-ons Overview

Overview of available hardware add-ons.

DVR Station Features

Features and capabilities of the DVR Station add-on.

ARCHOS Hardware Accessories

DVR Snap-on Features

Features and capabilities of the DVR Snap-on add-on.

Mini Dock Features

Features and capabilities of the Mini Dock add-on.

Battery Dock Features

Features and capabilities of the Battery Dock add-on.

TV Snap-on Features

Features and capabilities of the TV Snap-on accessory.

Troubleshooting and Recovery

Resetting Your ARCHOS

Steps to reset the device to resolve freezing or unresponsiveness.

System Recovery Process

Performing system recovery to repair the device.

Advanced Troubleshooting

System Recovery Options

Options available within the system recovery mode.

Touchscreen Problem Resolution

Troubleshooting touchscreen issues and calibration.

Repair and Formatting Tools

Using tools to clear cache, reset settings, or format storage.

Device Maintenance

Repair and Formatting Tool Actions

Specific actions within repair and formatting tools.

Replacing the Battery

Instructions for safely replacing the device's battery.

Technical Specifications Overview

Display Specifications

Specifications for the device's display screen.

Video Playback Capabilities

Supported video formats and playback capabilities.

Audio Playback Capabilities

Supported audio formats and playback capabilities.

Device Hardware Specifications

Video Recording Specifications

Specifications for video recording capabilities.

Audio Recording Specifications

Specifications for audio recording capabilities.

Device Connections

Connectivity options for ARCHOS 5 and ARCHOS 7.

Power, Scalability, and Package

Power Source Information

Information on battery and external power options.

Device Scalability Features

How the device handles firmware updates and downloads.

Package Contents

List of items included in the product package.

LCD Pixel Policy

LCD Pixel Warranty Policy

Warranty policy regarding defective pixels on the LCD screen.

Technical Support Information

Getting Technical Help

Resources for obtaining technical assistance and support.

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