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ARCHOS 70 User Guide
http://www.archos.com/manuals/A70_EN_v1.1.htm[2/24/2011 3:19:12 PM]
ARCHOS 70 internet tablet
ENGLISH USER MANUAL
version 1.1
Table of Contents
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1. General instructions
1.1. Product care
1.2. First steps
1.2.1. Charging the battery
1.2.2. The startup wizard
1.2.3. Online registration
2. Presentation
2.1. ARCHOS description
2.2. Using the ARCHOS interface
2.2.1. Customizing the Home
screen items
3. Making a WiFi Connection
3.1. Enabling WiFi
3.1.1. Advanced connection
3.2. WiFi connection problems
3.2.1. Possible solutions
4. Transferring files
4.1. Connecting the ARCHOS to a
computer
4.2. Transferring files to/from the
ARCHOS
4.2.1. Copy & paste
4.2.2. Windows Media Player
4.3. Disconnecting
5. Settings
5.1. Wireless & Networks
5.1.1. Pairing
5.1.2. Tethering (connecting to
the Internet)
5.2. Sound & display
5.3. TV out
5.4. Location & security
9.2. PC’s shared media files (UPnP)
9.2.1. Setting windows media® player’s
sharing options
9.2.2. Playing shared Video and Music
9.2.3. Displaying shared Photos
10. Music
10.1. Browsing through your music files
10.1.1. Creating playlists
10.1.2. The favorites list
10.2. Music playback
10.3. Transferring your music to your ARCHOS
11. Gallery
11.1. Photo wall
11.2. Playing a slideshow
11.3. Cropping an image
11.4. Putting photos onto your ARCHOS
12. Fring™
13. Files
13.1. Browsing Other Computers on the
Network
13.2. Accessing shared media files via UPnP
14. Email & contacts
15. Clock
16. Web & local slideshows
17. Stopping apps
18. Widgets
18.1. Google search
18.2. Music
18.3. Analogue clock
18.4. Power control
19. Updating the Device
19.1. Direct

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Archos 70 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size7 inches
Resolution800 x 480 pixels
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo)
Processor1 GHz
RAM256 MB
Battery Life (Video)7 hours
Expandable StoragemicroSD, up to 32 GB
Weight350 g

Summary

General Instructions

Product Care

Basic care instructions for the electronic product, avoiding shock, heat, water, and fields.

First Steps

Guides through initial setup procedures like charging, startup wizard, and online registration.

Presentation

ARCHOS Description

Describes the physical components and features of the ARCHOS device, including buttons and ports.

Using the ARCHOS Interface

Explains how to navigate and interact with the Android™ interface and home screen panels.

Customizing Home Screen Items

Explains how to change wallpaper, move items, create shortcuts, and delete items on home screens.

Making a WiFi Connection

Enabling WiFi

Steps to activate WiFi and connect to a wireless network, including network scanning.

WiFi Connection Problems

Troubleshooting common issues when connecting to a WiFi access point.

Transferring Files

Connecting the ARCHOS to a Computer

Steps to establish a connection between the ARCHOS and a computer via USB cable.

Transferring Files To/From the ARCHOS

Details methods for copying files, including copy & paste and Windows Media Player sync.

Disconnecting

Instructions on how to properly unmount and disconnect the ARCHOS from a computer.

Settings

Wireless & Networks

Manage WiFi, Bluetooth, and cell phone tethering connections for internet access.

Sound & Display

Adjust audio settings like volume and equalizer, and display settings like brightness and orientation.

TV Out

Switch the device display to an HD TV using an optional HDMI cable.

Location & Security

Configure location services, set up screen locks, and manage security credentials.

Applications

Manage installed applications, including unknown sources, running services, and development options.

Accounts and Sync

Settings to manage data synchronization and user accounts.

Storage

View internal and external storage space, and unmount external drives.

Language & Keyboard

Configure device language, region, and text input settings.

Accessibility

Enable special accessibility options for visually or hearing impaired users.

Date & Time

Set the device's date and time, either automatically via WiFi or manually.

About Device

View device status, battery usage, legal information, model, product key, and firmware version.

Repair and Formatting

Options for touch screen calibration, accelerometer calibration, and resetting/formatting the device.

Internet Navigation

Web Browser Menu Items

Details the functions of the web browser interface, including new windows, bookmarks, and history.

Appslib and Applications

Downloading and Installing Applications

Guide to using the AppsLib store to download and install applications.

Deleting an Application

Instructions on how to uninstall applications from the device.

Video

Video Playback Screen

Describes the interface for playing video files, including controls and menu options.

Playing Your PC's Shared Media

Media from PC Shared Folders (SMB)

How to browse and play media files from shared folders on a Windows PC using SMB.

PC's Shared Media Files (UPnP)

Using UPnP to stream media from a PC's Windows Media Library over WiFi.

Setting Windows Media Player Sharing Options

Steps to configure Windows Media Player for sharing media files with the ARCHOS.

Playing Shared Video and Music

How to play shared video and music files from PC media servers using UPnP.

Displaying Shared Photos

How to view shared photos from PC media servers using UPnP.

Music

Browsing Through Music Files

Explains how to navigate and view music files by album, artist, playlist, or favorites.

Creating Playlists

Guide to creating and managing custom playlists of audio tracks.

The Favorites List

How to add, access, and remove favorite music tracks, albums, or artists.

Music Playback

Details the music playback screen controls, including progression, track selection, and audio settings.

Transferring Music to ARCHOS

Instructions on converting and transferring music from CDs to the ARCHOS using Windows Media Player.

Gallery

Photo Wall

Describes viewing photos in a wall format, grouping by date, and accessing options like zoom and slideshow.

Playing a Slideshow

How to start a photo slideshow, optionally with music, and display it on a TV.

Cropping an Image

Instructions on how to crop an image to fit the screen or highlight specific parts.

Putting Photos Onto ARCHOS

Methods for copying photos from a camera to the ARCHOS, directly or via a computer.

Fring™

Fring™ Application Overview

Information about the fring™ application for video conference calls.

Files

Browsing Other Computers on the Network

How to browse shared folders on other computers on the network using the Files application.

Accessing Shared Media Files via UPnP

How to browse and play media files from UPnP media servers on the local network.

Email & Contacts

Email and Contacts Setup

Information on setting up and using the Email and Contacts applications.

Clock

Clock Application Features

Description of the clock application, its features, and alarm functionality.

Web & Local Slideshows

Slideshow Viewing Options

How to view slideshows of photos from online accounts or local storage.

Stopping Apps

Managing Active Applications

How to stop individual or all applications to free up active memory and improve performance.

Widgets

Google Search Widget

Using the Google Search widget for quick internet searches.

Music Widget

Accessing music via the Music widget, similar to Gallery and Video widgets.

Analogue Clock Widget

An alternative clock widget for the home screen.

Power Control Widget

Using the Power Control widget to manage device power modules and extend battery life.

Updating the Device

Direct Firmware Update

Steps for updating the device firmware directly over a WiFi connection.

Firmware Update via Computer

Instructions for downloading and installing firmware updates from a computer.

Troubleshooting

Resetting Your ARCHOS

How to force a device shutdown and reset without losing data.

Touch Screen Problems

Troubleshooting touch screen responsiveness issues through calibration.

System Recovery

Procedures for system recovery, including entering the recovery screen and mode options.

Accessories and Plug-ins

USB Host Cable

Details the functionality of the USB Host cable for connecting external devices.

Cinema Plug-in

Information about the optional Cinema Plug-in for playing MPEG-2 video files.

Mini-HDMI to Standard-HDMI Cable

Describes the cable for connecting the ARCHOS to a TV for video output and screen as touchpad.

Technical Support Information

Getting Technical Support

Provides guidance on obtaining technical support, including product registration and FAQs.

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