Archos Gmini200 Technical Specifications, Windows 98SE & ME Running Scan-Disk Error Checking

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Problem: My files have disappeared from the Gmini.

Solution: To see all your files, make sure the setting Show all files is set to ON. Also make sure that you browse your files via the Browser mode and not the filtered view Music.

9.2.1 Windows® 98SE & ME Running Scan-Disk (Error Checking)

Quit all running applications.

Properly connect the Gmini to your computer as explained in chapter 5.

Make sure the external AC adapter is powering the Gmini.

Right click on the Gmini hard drive in Windows® Explorer and select Properties.

Select the Tools option and run the Error checking program

Make sure you check the box to automatically fix errors.

Be patient, this may take a while. Windows® may ask you to restart the computer to make certain Windows files available. This is OK, click on Yes.

9.2.2 Windows® XP & 2000 Running Check Disk Utility (ChkDsk)

If you still have problems with the file system on your Gmini you can try to fix it using the DOS utility, check disk (chkdsk). Simply running the Windows® program Error Checking may not completely fix disk errors. Do the following;

Make sure the external AC adapter is powering the Gmini.

Quit all running applications.

Properly connect the Gmini to your computer as explained in chapter 5.

Wait patiently (up to 5 minutes) for Windows XP to show the GMINI or local drive as mounted.

Using the Command Prompt utility program, open a DOS window. Start >

Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.

At the prompt, type chkdsk e: /f. Use e: or the drive letter representing your Gmini.

Be patient, this may take a while.

When it is finished, exit the DOS Window and properly disconnect the Gmini from your computer.

Troubleshooting

10 Technical Specifications

 

ARCHOS Gmini 200 series

Storage Capacity*

Gmini 220: 20GB Gmini 240: 40GB

Computer Interface

High Speed USB 2.0 (compatible USB 1.1)

 

 

Audio Playback

MP3 (Stereo, decoding 32-320 kb/s CBR & VBR), WMA, .wav (PCM)

 

 

Audio Recording

Stereo MP3 encoding 32-192kb/s CBR & .wav (PCM)

Screen

160 x 160 pixels. 16 level grayscale.

 

 

Playback Autonomy

Up to 10 hours**

 

 

Scalability

Free Operating System updates downloadable from ARCHOS

 

web site

Ports

CompactFlash™ type I and II slot

 

Mini USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible)

 

 

AV Connections

Archos multi-connect audio jack (audio line-in)

 

Line-out / Headphone

 

 

Power

Internal rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries. External charger/

 

adapter

Physical Dimensions

68 x 78 x 23 mm (2.66” x 3.1” x 0.9”)

 

 

Weight

170 grams (6 oz)

 

 

System Requirements

PC: Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP. Pentium II 266MHz with 64MB ram

 

Mac: OS 9.2 or greater & Mac 10.2.4 or greater USB Manager

 

version 1.2 or higher

*1 GB= 1 Billion Bytes. The available formatted capacity is less. **Depending on usage (stop/start/writing)

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Contents Archos Gmini 200 series Table of Contents Ports, Buttons and Connections Ports, Buttons and ConnectionsTurning on the Gmini First Time UsagePlugging in the AC Adapter Changing the user interface languageUser Interface Overview Message boxes Settings screenUsing the Virtual Keyboard Contextual MenusPlay Status Using the GminiPlay Mode Play OrderUsing Playlists Using the GminiChanging the PlayMode Settings Changing the Gmini SettingsChanging the Sound Settings Parameter DescriptionSetup screen Setting the ClockChanging the Power Settings Power Off Range 1 to 9 minutes or NeverChanging the System Settings Changing the Recording SettingsGmini Key Symbol Action Using the BrowserFile and Folder Operations in Browser Mode Inside the Music FolderCreate Folder same as above Recording MP3 MusicContextual Menu on a Folder Contextual Menu while in the Double BrowserLine-In Recording Using the photo wallet 4.5.1 Using the photo browserMicrophone Recording Copying Files from a CompactFlash CardMaking the USB Connection Connecting the Gmini to your ComputerWindows ME/2000/XP and Macintosh 9.2 or 10.2.4 and better Disconnecting the Gmini from your Computer Windows Using the Gmini as an external driveConnecting the Gmini to your Computer Using MusicMatch Using MusicMatchInstalling MusicMatch MacintoshCreating MP3 files from your Audio CDs ARCLibrary UpdatingCreating and Using Playlists with MusicMatch Using iTunes 4 with your GminiUsing iTunes 4 with your Gmini Troubleshooting Updating your Gmini Operating System OS softwareTroubleshooting File issues, corrupted data, formatting, and partitioningProblem I would like to partition the Gmini hard drive Windows XP & 2000 Running Check Disk Utility ChkDsk Windows 98SE & ME Running Scan-Disk Error CheckingTechnical Specifications Archos Gmini 200 seriesTelephone Support Warranty and Limited LiabilityTechnical Support Mail SupportCopyright Notice Worldwide OfficesFCC Warning Statement United States & Canada Europe & Asia