Archos AV 500 series Part 1 Choose your Device and Brand, Part 2 Finding the Right Emitter Codes

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7.1 Part 1: Choose your Device and Brand

Select the Settings action icon and click on the TV Control icon.

1. Select the type of device that you will stick your IR Emitter to. You have the choice of either a VCR (video cassette recorder), Cable Box, or Satellite Receiver.

2. Select the brand of your device.

3. Click on Tune IR Emitter button.

4. The TV Channels button allows you to give names to each channel. For example, if channel 6 is CNN where you live, then you can give channel 6 that name in this screen. Or, if you use the My Yahoo!® personal calendar to set your recording scheduler, the AV 500 will allow you to assign a channel number to a station name given from your scheduled TV programs. (see the chapter Automated Yahoo!® TV Recording Scheduler for details).

7.2 Part 2: Finding the Right Emitter Codes

This screen allows you to correctly set the codes and parameters to allow the Infrared emitter to correctly control your tuner (VCR, cable box, or satellite receiver).

1. Tune device code (one code available): Some manufacturers use only one code for all of their products. The code does not change from one model to another or from one year to another. In this case, there will only be one single code available. You can now test the channel select.

2. Tune device code (multiple codes available): Some makers of video equipment don’t use the same set of control codes for all of their products. They have various code sets for various models and various years. You will have to try each of the codes to find

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out which code works with your device. In the example screen, you see the code V009. If this code does not work when doing the Test: channel select, advance it to the next code and then test to see if that next code works.

3. Test channel select: When you press the Test channel select button (highlight test channel select and press ENTER), the AV 500 will send a signal through the pod to the infrared emitter and change the channel on your tuner (VCR, cable box, or satellite receiver). If the Number of digits parameter is set to three, it will try to select channel 123. If that parameter is set to 2, it will send the code for channel 12. If your tuner does not change channels when you click on this test button, try the next code for your device (step 2 above).

4. Test ON/OFF: When you click on the Test On/Off button, the AV 500 will send a signal to the infrared emitter and turn your device on or off. Click this test button again and your device should change from on to off or off to on. If pressing this button does not turn your device on or off, try the next code for your device (step 2 above). If none of the codes work, check that the infrared emitter is stuck directly over the infrared sensor on your tuner device. Note: In some rare cases the ON/OFF functionality may not work.

5. Tune channel select: These four parameters usually do not need to be set. Keep the default values to start with. See the table below for an explanation of each.

Parameter

Description

Key: -/--

Set this to On if normally, you have to press this same key on your device’s remote control in order to select a channel.

Number of digits

Set the number of digits that your device can recognize for a channel. Example: Set to 3 if you need to choose a

 

channel greater than channel 99.

Key: Enter

Set this to On if normally, you have to press the Enter key on your device’s remote control after you enter the channel

 

number. Example: If you normally press 1, 3, Enter for channel 13, then you would need to set this parameter to On.

Key Delay

Change the delay between the emission of each digit of a channel. You may need to adjust this if the AV 500 seems

 

to send only half the digits of a channel or more digits of a channel. Example: Adjust the key delay and retest channel

 

select if it sends channel 2 instead of 12 or sends 112 instead of 12.

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Contents Archos Mobile Video Recorder AV 500 Series Table of contents Connecting Devices to the USB Host Port Music Using iTunes with your AV Photo Viewing PhotosBrowser Using the Browser Connecting/Disconnecting* the AV 500 to/from your PCTechnical Specifications Legal 100 Index 104 Replacing the batteryTechnical Support Troubleshooting 1INTRO Buttons and ConnectionsPage 2INTRO First Time Usage 3VIDEO Playing Video Files Hardware ResetResume Function Video Playback Action Icons4VIDEO Playing Video Files from the Internet 5VIDEO Recording Video Files Video recording connectionsRecording a video file Where is the Recording Saved? Setting the Recording ParametersCopy Protection Manually Setting the Scheduler6VIDEO Automated Yahoo! TV Recording Scheduler 7VIDEO Setting the Infrared Emitter Code Part 2 Finding the Right Emitter Codes Part 1 Choose your Device and BrandImportant Note 8VIDEO Editing Video FilesHow to create an MPEG-4 video file 9VIDEO Creating MPEG-4 Video Files with your ComputerPC Tools Virtual Dub MPEG-4 Translator Installing the PC SoftwareUsing MPEG-4 Translator MPEG-4 codec Compression/DecompressionStart Change SettingsSelect Source & Destination Files Target & PriorityDisplay during music playback Music Playing Music FilesButton Control Play Screen IconsBrowsing through your Music Library Play ModePlaying Through your Stereo System Setting a BookmarkSupports protected Internet video downloads PlaysForSure audio contentMusic Putting Music onto your AV Synchronizing Music from Windows Media Player WMP to the AVMusic Playlists Adding songs to a Playlist while listening to Music Saving a PlaylistCable Connections for Audio Recording Music Recording MusicMicrophone Recording ProcedureIncremental Recording Audio EditingMusic Using iTunes with your AV Photo Viewing PhotosViewing Photos Methods to copy photos to your AV Viewing a slideshowTransferring photos to your AV Magnifying PhotosBrowser Using the Browser Create Navigating the Directory StructureFile and Folder Operations InfoDrive contents Copying and Moving Files and FoldersPhoto View USB Connection Type ‘Hard Drive’ or ‘Windows Device’ Connecting/Disconnecting* the AV 500 to/from your PCUsing the Virtual Keyboard Connecting the AVDisconnecting the AV 500 from your Computer Connecting Devices to the USB Host Port Play Mode Settings Sound SettingsDisplay Settings Clock SettingsAppearance settings Power SettingsSystem Settings TV control Updating the AV 500 Firmware Operating System OS‘Hard Drive’ or ‘Windows Device’? TV docking pod DescriptionRemote Control Description Connecting the TV docking pod to your Television SystemConnection 4 Connect the AV 500 to the TV docking pod Connection 1 Powering the TV docking podConnect & Test Method Connection 2 Breaking your regular TV ConnectionWhich device to control? Connecting it to the TV docking podConnection 5 the S-Video Connection 6 the Infrared EmitterReplacing the battery Thin versionStandard version Telephone Support Technical SupportTroubleshooting USB Connection issuesSolutions Charging and Power issues File issues, corrupted data, formatting, and partitioning25.3 AV 500 locks up freezes operation or Stops Technical Specifications Legal Physical DimensionsTemperature Range Warranty and Limited LiabilityFCC Compliance Statement Electrostatic Discharge Avoiding Hearing DamageCopyright Notice Environmental Considerations LCD Pixel Policy105 107 109

AV 500 series specifications

The Archos AV 500 series, launched in the mid-2000s, marked a significant step in portable multimedia players, setting the stage for how we consume media on the go. This innovative series stood out for its combination of storage capacity, multimedia capabilities, and user-friendly interface, making it a favorite among tech enthusiasts and casual users alike.

One of the hallmark features of the Archos AV 500 series was its sizeable hard drive, available in various capacities ranging from 20GB to 100GB. This ample storage allowed users to carry thousands of songs, hundreds of videos, and a variety of pictures. The player supported multiple formats, including MP3 and WMA for audio, as well as AVI and MPEG for video playback. The versatility in supported formats contributed significantly to its user appeal, enabling seamless playback of various media types.

The Archos AV 500 series was equipped with a 4-inch color LCD screen, delivering a sharp and vibrant viewing experience for videos and images. The device also supported a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels, ensuring that video playback was both smooth and visually pleasing. This emphasis on screen quality made it a popular choice for users looking to enjoy their media content on the move.

In terms of connectivity, the AV 500 series featured USB 2.0 for rapid file transfers, allowing users to quickly upload and download their favorite media. It also included an SD card slot, enabling users to expand storage capacity easily, a great advantage for those who needed more space for their content.

The Archos AV 500 series boasted an intuitive interface, featuring an easy-to-navigate menu that catered to users of all ages. The touchscreen operation facilitated quick access to media libraries, settings, and playback options, ensuring that the user experience was both efficient and enjoyable.

Moreover, the series included features such as video recording capabilities, allowing users to capture live events or personal moments directly onto the device. This recording function combined with the playback features created an all-in-one multimedia hub.

In conclusion, the Archos AV 500 series was a groundbreaking device in the portable media player market, offering an impressive combination of storage, versatility, and user-friendly technology. Its innovations paved the way for future developments in multimedia devices, leaving a lasting impact on how we engage with digital content.
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