Filming a Video Segment Camcorder | Archos AV300 Series manual

4 Filming a Video Segment (Camcorder)

!Select Camcorder from the main menu screen (use the joystick to select, then click on ENTER !)

"Look either through the viewfinder or at the AV300 screen and aim the

camera at the subject to be filmed.

#Press the shutter button all the way down (or the START ! button ) to start the recording. A red circle on the top right of the AV300 screen indicates you are

recording.

$Press the shutter button all the way down again (or the STOP " button ) in order to stop the recording. The camera will take a few seconds to store the MPEG4 video file to the hard disk of the AV300. It will store the file in the folder HD/Video or the most recent folder you were in when you pressed the function button Record.

%If you would like to pause the video recording, press on the START ! button. You will notice a pause symbol appear. Press again on this button and the camera will recommence its

recording.

4.1Understanding and setting the Camcorder parameters

Zoom: This is the current zoom factor. For video ranges from 1x to 3x.

Rename: This lets the user specify the file name of the next video segment.

Exposure: Use this setting to expose the image more or less than normal. Values are in steps of 1/3 from –1 to +1. Setting it in the negatives, will decrease the amount of picture exposure and make your picture darker. Setting it positive will increase the exposure and make your pictures brighter. If your subject has a bright background,

you may want to over expose your picture a little

bit so that the person’s face is more visible. If you

Camera Settings Menuare taking pictures where there is a lot of snow or the sun’s reflection on water, you may want to reduce the exposure.

White Bal. (White Balance): Use the setting to change the color temperature of your photos. Set it to the ambient light conditions in order to best reproduce the colors of the objects in the photo (tungsten, fluorescent, daylight, or cloudy). Changing these settings will adjust the camera color so that even with these different types of light sources, the picture colors will be as close as possible to reality.

Source: The default audio source for a video segment is the built-in microphone. To get even better sound for your videos, we encourage you to use an External microphone (such as the stereo microphone available as option). Further, you can even use a line level audio source for special recording situations.

Bitrate: The is analogous to the Image Quality setting in the camera mode. This setting determines the level of compression of the recorded video file. Set to 2000kb/s for the highest quality images (takes up more space on the hard drive), or to a lower setting to have smaller file sizes (you may have a slightly reduced image quality on setting lower than 1500kb/s). The

Click on the center function button to

access and change the Camcorder settings

Exposure Value: Displays EV if you have set the exposure setting to a non-default value.

White Balance: Shows the current type of while balance being used; auto, tungsten, fluorescent, daylight, or cloudy.

VU Meter: Shows the sound intensity of the recording.

Gain Control: Use this control (joystick left/right) to decrease or increase the audio recording sensitivity.

default of 1500kb/s is fine for most situations.

Note: Long continuous recording times (2 hours and more) can create files that are greater than 2GB each. The AV300 will create multiple files in order to make long recordings. Thus a very long video recording may produce files called VID0000, VID0001, and VID0002.

AV300 Series specifications

The Archos AV300 Series represents a notable innovation in portable media players, launching a new era of multimedia consumption on the go. Introduced in the early 2000s, this series quickly gained attention for its robust features and versatility, catering to an audience that sought a comprehensive entertainment solution.

One of the standout characteristics of the Archos AV300 Series is its sleek design, which balances portability with a user-friendly interface. The player is equipped with a vibrant color screen, allowing users to enjoy videos, photos, and audio with impressive clarity and detail. The device's compact form factor makes it easy to carry, which is ideal for users looking for a multimedia companion during travel.

The device supports a wide range of media formats, including MPEG-1, MPEG-2, and AVI for video playback, alongside MP3 and WMA for audio files. This flexibility in format compatibility made it easier for users to enjoy their existing media libraries without the need for additional conversions. Moreover, the AV300 Series allows for an impressive storage capacity, often available in models that feature up to 20GB of internal memory. This was significant at the time, enabling extensive music and video collections to be stored in a single device.

Connectivity is another key feature of the Archos AV300 Series. The device incorporates USB ports for easy file transfers, and some models even support FireWire, providing faster data transfer rates. The inclusion of an AV-out port allows users to connect the device to TVs, enabling a larger viewing experience for movies and shows. This functionality made the AV300 Series a more versatile option, appealing to users who desired a home theater experience.

With built-in battery life capable of sustaining several hours of playback, the Archos AV300 Series ensured that users could enjoy content without constant recharging. The device also supports video recording capabilities, allowing users to capture their own moments using the built-in microphone and save them directly onto the device.

Overall, the Archos AV300 Series emerged as a pioneering solution for portable entertainment, blending functionality and style in a compact form. With its array of features and technologies, it has left a lasting impact on the evolution of portable media players, paving the way for future advancements in media consumption devices.