Archos AV 500 series user manual Sound Settings, Play Mode Settings

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19 SETTINGS

From the main screen, select the Settings action icon to reveal the menu items for various settings.

19.1 Sound Settings

If you would like to customize the sound quality, you can adjust the Bass, Treble, and other audio settings to suit your particular taste. Normally you will do this while listening to music so that you can hear the changes you make. Simply click on the Audio Settings action icon while listening to

music.

•Once in the Settings screen, move over to the Sound icon and click again on ENTER o. Use LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change a parameter’s value. You will hear these changes instantly.

•Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select different parameters.

•Click on STOP/ESC x when finished. You will return to the Setup screen.

•Click on STOP/ESC x again and you will return to the music playing screen.

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The Sound Parameters

Parameter

Description

Volume

0 – 99

Bass

10 levels. Decreases or Increases the low frequencies.

Treble

10 levels. Decreases or Increases the high frequencies.

Balance

10 levels. Favors the right or left channel of the Stereo signal.

Bass Boost

10 levels. Increases the very low frequencies.

Reset button

Re-adjusts all settings to their default values.

19.2 Play Mode Settings

If you would like the AV 500 to play through an entire folder of songs, play songs at random (shuffle), or any of the other playing options, you can set these parameters in the PlayMode settings. Click on the Settings action icon from the main menu or while listening to music and then choose PlayMode.

Parameter

Description

Playmode options

 

Folder

Play all tracks in the current directory or current album.

All

Play all tracks on the AV 500.

Single

Play a single track then stop.

Queue

While the current song is playing, select the Show ARCLibrary action button, find the next song you want to play,

 

then click PLAY. This is your queued song. You can only queue one song at a time. See the Playlist section to

 

prepare multiple songs to play. Once the current track is finished playing, your queued track will be played. If you do

 

not queue another track at this time, the AV 500 will play the next song in the directory.

Scan

Each track in the directory is played for 10 - 90 seconds. This allows a quick sample of each song. If you want to

 

play the whole song, click on the Play button during those first 10 - 90 seconds. The AV 500 will then revert to single

 

directory mode and play the rest of the songs in the directory without scanning.

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Contents Archos Mobile Video Recorder AV 500 Series Table of contents Browser Using the Browser Music Using iTunes with your AV Photo Viewing PhotosConnecting/Disconnecting* the AV 500 to/from your PC Connecting Devices to the USB Host PortTechnical Support Troubleshooting Replacing the battery1INTRO Buttons and Connections Technical Specifications Legal 100 Index 104Page 2INTRO First Time Usage 3VIDEO Playing Video Files Hardware ResetResume Function Video Playback Action Icons4VIDEO Playing Video Files from the Internet Video recording connections 5VIDEO Recording Video FilesRecording 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 Files9VIDEO Creating MPEG-4 Video Files with your Computer How to create an MPEG-4 video filePC Tools Using MPEG-4 Translator Installing the PC SoftwareMPEG-4 codec Compression/Decompression Virtual Dub MPEG-4 TranslatorSelect Source & Destination Files Change SettingsTarget & Priority StartButton Control Music Playing Music FilesPlay Screen Icons Display during music playbackBrowsing through your Music Library Play ModePlaying Through your Stereo System Setting a BookmarkMusic Putting Music onto your AV PlaysForSure audio contentSynchronizing Music from Windows Media Player WMP to the AV Supports protected Internet video downloadsMusic Playlists Adding songs to a Playlist while listening to Music Saving a PlaylistCable Connections for Audio Recording Music Recording MusicMicrophone Recording ProcedureIncremental Recording Audio EditingPhoto Viewing Photos Music Using iTunes with your AVViewing Photos Transferring photos to your AV Viewing a slideshowMagnifying Photos Methods to copy photos to your AVBrowser Using the Browser File and Folder Operations Navigating the Directory StructureInfo CreateCopying and Moving Files and Folders Drive contentsPhoto View Using the Virtual Keyboard Connecting/Disconnecting* the AV 500 to/from your PCConnecting the AV USB Connection Type ‘Hard Drive’ or ‘Windows Device’Disconnecting the AV 500 from your Computer Connecting Devices to the USB Host Port Play Mode Settings Sound SettingsDisplay Settings Clock SettingsPower Settings Appearance 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 SystemConnect & Test Method Connection 1 Powering the TV docking podConnection 2 Breaking your regular TV Connection Connection 4 Connect the AV 500 to the TV docking podConnection 5 the S-Video Connecting it to the TV docking podConnection 6 the Infrared Emitter Which device to control?Thin version Replacing the batteryStandard version Telephone Support Technical SupportUSB Connection issues TroubleshootingSolutions File issues, corrupted data, formatting, and partitioning Charging and Power issues25.3 AV 500 locks up freezes operation or Stops Technical Specifications Temperature Range Physical DimensionsWarranty and Limited Liability LegalElectrostatic Discharge Avoiding Hearing Damage FCC Compliance StatementCopyright 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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