Archos AV 500 series user manual Clock Settings, Display Settings

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Repeat & Shuffle options

 

Normal

Plays your songs one after the other and then stops after the last song.

Repeat

Continuously plays through the current set of songs (Artist, Album, folder, or Playlist).

Shuffle

Randomly play through the current set of songs (Artist, Album, folder, or Playlist).

Intro duration

From 10 to 90 seconds. This is the time for which each song will be played when selecting Scan for Playmode

 

settings.

19.3 Clock Settings

The AV 500 has an internal real time clock. The time of day is shown on the top right of the screen in either 24 hour or 12 hour display mode. To set it, select the Settings action icon then select Clock.

Choose parameter

Choose value for

 

highlighted parameter

When finished setting the parameters, move down to the clock time and date are now set. Click on the STOP/ESC x

Set button, then click on the ENTER o button. The button to go back to the main settings menu.

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19.4 Display Settings

These settings regulate the interface language and the presentation of the screen.

Setting

Description

Language

The AV 500 can be set to English (default), French, German, Spanish, or Russian.

Action icon help

Displays the explanation or name of the action icons when moving up and down through the menu. If set to On, the

 

first click on the SELECT action button will show the names of the icons. The second click will select the icon.

TV Standard

NTSC (USA), PAL (Europe). In order to view images or videos on an external television, select one option to send

 

the video signal compatible with your country’s television system. Countries other than European or American will

 

use one of these two systems.

TV format

4:3 or 16:9 – the ratio at which images are displayed on your television set.

Video Output

Internal LCD or External TV. To display via the built-in LCD screen or to view the display via an external television.

 

Holding the LCD/TV button for two seconds will also alternate between these two options. Be sure your television is

 

selecting the correct external input.

LCD Brightness

0, 1, 2. The 3 brightness levels for the built-in LCD screen. Setting to a lower value will give you a longer battery

 

autonomy.

When accessing the Display settings while playing a video you have an additional display option:

Video OSD

Time for which the video On Screen Display information will be shown when the video starts playing.

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Contents Archos Mobile Video Recorder AV 500 Series Table of contents Connecting/Disconnecting* the AV 500 to/from your PC Music Using iTunes with your AV Photo Viewing PhotosBrowser Using the Browser Connecting Devices to the USB Host Port1INTRO Buttons and Connections Replacing the batteryTechnical Support Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Legal 100 Index 104Page 2INTRO First Time Usage Hardware Reset 3VIDEO Playing Video FilesVideo Playback Action Icons Resume Function4VIDEO Playing Video Files from the Internet Recording a video file 5VIDEO Recording Video FilesVideo recording connections Setting the Recording Parameters Where is the Recording Saved?Manually Setting the Scheduler Copy Protection6VIDEO Automated Yahoo! TV Recording Scheduler 7VIDEO Setting the Infrared Emitter Code Part 1 Choose your Device and Brand Part 2 Finding the Right Emitter Codes8VIDEO Editing Video Files Important NotePC Tools How to create an MPEG-4 video file9VIDEO Creating MPEG-4 Video Files with your Computer MPEG-4 codec Compression/Decompression Installing the PC SoftwareUsing MPEG-4 Translator Virtual Dub MPEG-4 TranslatorTarget & Priority Change SettingsSelect Source & Destination Files StartPlay Screen Icons Music Playing Music FilesButton Control Display during music playbackPlay Mode Browsing through your Music LibrarySetting a Bookmark Playing Through your Stereo SystemSynchronizing Music from Windows Media Player WMP to the AV PlaysForSure audio contentMusic Putting Music onto your AV Supports protected Internet video downloadsMusic Playlists Saving a Playlist Adding songs to a Playlist while listening to MusicMusic Recording Music Cable Connections for Audio RecordingRecording Procedure MicrophoneAudio Editing Incremental RecordingViewing Photos Music Using iTunes with your AVPhoto Viewing Photos Magnifying Photos Viewing a slideshowTransferring photos to your AV Methods to copy photos to your AVBrowser Using the Browser Info Navigating the Directory StructureFile and Folder Operations CreatePhoto View Drive contentsCopying and Moving Files and Folders Connecting the AV Connecting/Disconnecting* the AV 500 to/from your PCUsing the Virtual Keyboard USB Connection Type ‘Hard Drive’ or ‘Windows Device’Disconnecting the AV 500 from your Computer Connecting Devices to the USB Host Port Sound Settings Play Mode SettingsClock Settings Display SettingsSystem Settings Appearance settingsPower Settings Updating the AV 500 Firmware Operating System OS TV controlTV docking pod Description ‘Hard Drive’ or ‘Windows Device’?Connecting the TV docking pod to your Television System Remote Control DescriptionConnection 2 Breaking your regular TV Connection Connection 1 Powering the TV docking podConnect & Test Method Connection 4 Connect the AV 500 to the TV docking podConnection 6 the Infrared Emitter Connecting it to the TV docking podConnection 5 the S-Video Which device to control?Standard version Replacing the batteryThin version Technical Support Telephone SupportSolutions TroubleshootingUSB Connection issues 25.3 AV 500 locks up freezes operation or Stops Charging and Power issuesFile issues, corrupted data, formatting, and partitioning Technical Specifications Warranty and Limited Liability Physical DimensionsTemperature Range LegalCopyright Notice FCC Compliance StatementElectrostatic Discharge Avoiding Hearing Damage LCD Pixel Policy Environmental Considerations105 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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