To Next PageTo Next PageHow to reformat Archos AV400 AV400 hard disk?
You can reformat the Archos DVR AV400's hard disk, but be aware that this will erase ALL data. This may be necessary if your File Allocation Table (FAT) gets corrupted. To reformat, go to Setup > System, then press and hold the Right function button for three seconds. A button “Format HD” will appear. Use this button to format the AV400’s hard drive.
Can I partition the Archos DVR AV400 hard disk?
If you know how to partition a hard disk, it is OK to partition the Archos DVR AV400 hard disk. However, the AV400 will only recognize a FAT32 partition, and will only see and use that partition.
Why does my computer lock up when disconnecting my Archos AV400 AV400?
The computer most likely locks up because you did not use the green ‘safely remove hardware’ icon in the system tray in order to remove the Archos DVR AV400 from your computer.
What to do if Archos AV400 DVR AV400 cannot be stopped?
If you receive the error message 'The device ‘Generic Volume’ cannot be stopped now' when disconnecting your Archos DVR AV400, first shut off any program that might be accessing data on the AV400, including Windows Explorer. If that doesn't work, shut down all programs, wait 20 seconds, and try the green arrow again one or two times. If the issue persists, shut down the computer and disconnect the USB cable once the computer is off.
Why is my Archos AV400 DVR AV400 locking up?
If the Archos DVR AV400 locks up and none of the buttons work, first check if the lock buttons are set. If so, hold down the top function button for three seconds to turn off the lock buttons function. If that's not the issue, a freeze-up could be caused by static electricity. Hold down the STOP/OFF button for 15 seconds to shut off the AV400, then restart it normally.
General| Category | DVR |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels |
| Video Playback | MPEG-4, AVI, WMV |
| Image Viewing | JPEG |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Life (Video) | Up to 4 hours |
| Battery Life (Audio) | Up to 10 hours |
| Display | 3.5 inch TFT LCD |
| Storage Capacity | 20GB |
| Audio Playback | MP3, WAV, WMA |
| Video Recording | MPEG-4 |
Connect the charger and charge batteries for a full four hours before first use.
Hold the PLAY/ON button for 4 seconds to power on the device.
Press and hold STOP/ESC/OFF for 3 seconds to turn off; configure auto shut-off and backlight.
Set the AV400 interface language to English, French, or German via the Setup menu.
Display file names and ID3 tags in various character sets by copying .4FZ files.
Use only the specified ARCHOS charger/adapter for charging the device.
Handle the AV400 with care, avoid shock, heat, moisture, and high electromagnetic fields.
Perform a hardware reset by holding STOP/ESC for 10 seconds to recover from freezes.
Control music playback using the device's buttons: play, pause, next, previous, volume.
Connect the AV400 to a stereo system using RCA or headphone jacks.
Understand how ID3 tags organize music files by artist, album, and title.
Browse music by characteristics like Artist, Album, Title, or Genre using the ARCLibrary.
Place bookmarks in audio files to resume playback from a specific point.
Resume playback of the last played audio file automatically.
Select and play songs from a created playlist.
Add songs to a playlist, manage up to 5000 songs per playlist.
Save created playlists to the Playlists folder for easy access.
Add songs to the current playlist directly from the music playback screen.
Connect Hifi or audio devices to the AV400 for recording.
Adjust settings and start audio recording from the AudioCorder menu.
Recordings are saved in the Music folder or a specified custom folder.
Crop or cut segments of audio files, save edits or write to a new file.
Install WMP9 from the Archos Installation Utility for PC connection.
Install the plug-in to make WMP9 recognize the AV400 as a device.
Copy music files from your library to the AV400 using WMP9.
Understand copy protection for music files purchased online.
Place bookmarks in video files to resume playback from a specific point.
Resume playback of the last played video file automatically.
Adjust display format (AUTO, 4:3, 16:9, No Overscan) for optimal viewing.
Understand supported video formats and conversion requirements.
Configure settings like duration, source, format, resolution, and bitrate before recording.
Video recordings are saved in the Video folder or a specified custom folder.
Understand copy protection for recorded video files.
Program up to twenty different video recordings up to one month in advance.
Select device type, brand, and model for IR emitter setup.
Test IR emitter codes for device control and channel selection.
Use MP4 Translator and Virtual Dub for video conversion.
Tools for creating MPEG4 video files on Macintosh computers.
Install DivX Codec, Virtual Dub, and MPEG4 Translator.
Select source/destination files and change settings for video conversion.
Display photos individually, in groups of 4, or groups of 9.
View photos automatically displayed for a set time interval.
Insert CompactFlash card to transfer photos directly from camera.
Use the browser to navigate file system, folders, and files.
Manipulate files and folders: rename, create, delete, copy, and move.
Enter text using the on-screen virtual keyboard for file/folder operations.
Connect the AV400 to your PC using the USB cable and power adapter.
Properly unmount the AV400 before disconnecting the USB cable to prevent data loss.
Adjust Bass, Treble, Volume, and other audio settings for playback.
Configure playback options like Folder, All, Single, Queue, Scan, Repeat & Shuffle.
Set the internal real-time clock to 12 or 24 hour display mode.
Configure language, TV standard, video output, and screen appearance.
Manage power consumption for battery and DC-power operation.
Control low-level parameters like Show all files and update firmware.
Resolve problems with the AV400 not being recognized by the computer.
Address battery charging and power related problems.
Troubleshoot AV400 lock-ups and unresponsiveness.
Troubleshoot computer lock-ups potentially related to AV400 disconnection.
Resolve file corruption, strange names, and disk formatting issues.
