Archos 704 user manual Updating the Firmware, AOS extension, To Install the Latest Firmware

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Password

-only appears if the Write access parameter is set to On. Type in the password for other computers to be able to write to your hard drive (see Using the Virtual Keyboard).

Enable file server

-tap on this button to turn on the file server.

Note: some networks filter MAC addresses. You can find your device’s MAC address in the System Settings

screen (see: System Settings).

8.9Updating the Firmware

•The firmware is the operating system (OS) of your ARCHOS device.

•It is periodically updated to bring new features, improvements and bug fixes.

•Firmware Updates are available for free from www.archos.com/firmware.

To Check Whether You Have the Latest Firmware Version:

1.From the Home Screen, tap on to go to the Setup Screen.

2.Highlight System and tap on it.

3.The firmware version number is displayed on this screen.

4.Compare it with the latest firmware version on www.archos.com/firmware.

To Install the Latest Firmware:

1. Download the AOS File (Archos Operating System):

•On the downloads page for your product on www.archos.com, click on the link to download the firmware update (ARCHOS firmware files have the

.AOS extension).

•Your Internet browser may warn you that the contents of this file may harm your computer. ARCHOS firmware files are safe: click on Save and choose a save location that you will remember (your desktop or My

Documents).

2. Copy the AOS File to your ARCHOS Device:

• Connect your ARCHOS as explained in this manual (see: Computer Connection) in ‘PC Hard Drive’ mode (see: System Settings).

•Cut the AOS file from your computer (right-click on the file > Cut).

•Paste the AOS file in your ARCHOS device:

- Simply drag and drop the AOS file onto the icon of your ARCHOS device in My Computer.

• If there is already an AOS file, Windows® will ask you if you want to overwrite the existing file: click on Yes.

• Disconnect the ARCHOS from your computer (see: Computer Connection).

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Contents English Table Of Contents Table of Contents Setup screenTechnical Specifications USB connectionsArchos device description Underneath the device are several connectorsIntroduction On the left side of the deviceLeg stand Remote control Built-in LoudspeakersUsing the TouchScreen Resume Icon Battery ChargeReplacing the Battery Changing the LanguageResetting your archos device To replace the battery, follow these stepsCaring for your Archos Device System recovery Video List Playing VideoVideo Browser Video List & Browser Menu Items Video playbackVideo Playback Screen and TouchScreen Controls Video Settings Video Playback Menu ItemsRecording Video Putting videos onto your Archos deviceCreating Compatible Video Files with Your Computer ArcLibrary Playing MusicBrowsing through your music files Music BrowserMusic playback Music Playback Screen and TouchScreen ControlsPlayback Status Icons Status bar icons tell you if your Archos is Playing PausedMusic Playback Menu Items Sound Settings Equalizer Screen PlaylistsPlaying a Playlist Creating a Playlist Repeat this operation with all the tracks you wantPlaylist Panel Menu Items Editing a Playlist Putting music onto your Archos deviceRecording Audio Adding Songs to a Playlist while Listening to MusicPhoto Wall Viewing PhotosBrowsing through your photos PhotoLibraryPhoto Browser Photo Wall, PhotoLibrary and Photo Browser Menu ItemsPhoto Viewer Screen and TouchScreen Controls Photo ViewerPhoto Viewer Menu Items Photo Settings Playing a slideshowMedia Device’ mode only Putting photos on to your Archos DeviceTouchscreen Controls Using the BrowserNavigation Browser Menu ItemsUsing the Virtual Keyboard Copying and moving files and foldersBrowsing Other Computers on the Network Following HyperlinksManual Connecting to a WiFi Network p Connecting to a WiFi NetworkPlaying Media Files from a Network Enabling WiFi WiFi Connection ProcedureConfiguration status Configured network To refresh the list, select the Scan for networks menu itemWiFi Network Configuration Protected networks require an encryption key to connectIt can be Automatic Dhcp or Manual Launching the web browser Using the web browserBrowsing the Web From the Home Screen, tap on directly the Web IconBrowser Menu Items ‘Windows Media Device’ or ‘PC Hard Drive’ USB connectionsComputer Connection Connection StepsMac OS X PC Hard Drive Mode Only Windows XP & WMP10 or Higher Windows Media Device ModeWindows Me, 2000 and XP PC Hard Drive Mode Only DisconnectionUSB Host Connection Do not Simply Pull OUT the Cable AT ANY TimeTo connect a USB device to your Archos device To disconnectDisplay Settings Setup screenLanguage Settings TV settingsTouch-screen settings Appearance settingsLCD settings Tap on Calibration and follow the instructions on screenClock Settings Power SettingsBattery operation TV control settingsSystem Settings Power supply operationManual Wireless File Server Settings AOS extension To Install the Latest FirmwareUpdating the Firmware To Check Whether You Have the Latest Firmware VersionGo to the System Settings screen of your Archos device DVR Station & DVR Travel Adapter presentation Optional FunctionalitiesOptional Functionalities p Video Parameters VideoCorder SettingsScheduling Parameters SourceCopy Protection Editing Video Files ExampleScheduler settings Setting the SchedulerMain steps Post-record Automated Yahoo! TV Recording SchedulerSetting the IR Emitter Code Infrared EmittereMITTPart 1 Choose your Device and Brand Part 2 Finding the Right Emitter CodesAudioCorder settings screen Recording Audio external sourceRecording procedure Technical Specifications ’’ TFT Touchscreen 800x480 pixels, 260,000 colorsComputer System Requirements Dimensions & weightPackages includes LCD pixel policyTechnical Support information Technical Support information p