Warranty and Limited Liability

This product is sold with a limited warranty and specific remedies are available to the original purchaser in the event the product fails to conform to the limited warranty. Manufacturer’s liability may be further limited in accordance with its sales contract.

In general, the manufacturer shall not be responsible for product damages caused by natural disasters, fire, static discharge, misuse, abuse, neglect, improper handling or installation, unauthorized repair, alteration or accident. In no event shall the manufacturer be liable for loss of data stored on disk media.

MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. EVEN IF INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF IN ADVANCE.

ARCHOS licensor(s) makes no warranties, express or implied, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the licensed materials. ARCHOS’s licensor(s) does not warrant, guarantee or make any representations regarding the use or the results of the use of the licensed materials in terms of its correctness, accuracy, reliability, correctness or otherwise. The entire risk as to the results and performance of the licensed materials is assumed by you. The exclusion of implied warranties is not permitted by some jurisdictions. The above exclusion may not apply to you.

In no event will ARCHOS’s licensor(s), and their directors, officers, employees or agents (collectively ARCHOS’ licensor) be liable to you for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, and the like) arising out of the use of inability to use the licensed materials even if ARCHOS’ licensor has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some jurisdiction do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitations may not apply to you.

Please see your sales contract for a complete statement of warranty rights, remedies and limitation of liability.

Furthermore, warranty does not apply to:

1.Damages or problems resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration or incorrect electrical current or voltage.

2.Any product tampered-with or damaged warranty seal or serial number label.

3.Any product without a warranty or serial number label.

4.Batteries and any consumable items delivered with or in the equipment.

Warnings and Safety Instructions

CAUTION

To prevent risks of electric shock, this unit must only be opened by qualified service personnel. Power off and disconnect the power supply cable before opening the unit.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Use of this product is for personal use only. Copying CDs or loading music, video, or picture files for sale or other business purposes is or may be a violation of copyright law. Copyrighted materials, works of art, and/or presentations may require authorization to be fully or partially recorded. Please be aware of all such applicable laws concerning the recording and use of such for your country and jurisdiction.

FCC Compliance Statement

FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Note: During file transfer or in the PC mode, if the End User Terminal (EUT) or computer suddenly freezes or does not respond, it may be due to the electrostatic phenomenon. Please follow the procedures below to recover the operation:

Unplug the USB cable from the End User Terminal (EUT)

Close the software application in the computer (or re-boot the computer if necessary) Re-connect the USB cable to the End User Terminal (EUT)

In case of Electrostatic Discharge, the AV300 may lose function. Just power off and on in order to restore.

CAUTION : Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void users authority to operate this device. FCC Part 15 - Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference;

2.This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Copyright Notice

Copyright ARCHOS © 2003 All rights reserved.

This document may not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form without prior consent, in writing, from ARCHOS. All brands and products names are registered trademarks and the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notification. Errors and omissions accepted. Images and illustrations may not always match contents. Copyright ® ARCHOS. All rights reserved.

Disclaimer of warranty: to the extent allowed by applicable law, representations and warranties of non-infringement of copyrights or other intellectual property rights resulting from the use of the product under conditions other than as here above specified, are hereby excluded.

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AV300 Series specifications

The Archos AV300 Series represents a notable innovation in portable media players, launching a new era of multimedia consumption on the go. Introduced in the early 2000s, this series quickly gained attention for its robust features and versatility, catering to an audience that sought a comprehensive entertainment solution.

One of the standout characteristics of the Archos AV300 Series is its sleek design, which balances portability with a user-friendly interface. The player is equipped with a vibrant color screen, allowing users to enjoy videos, photos, and audio with impressive clarity and detail. The device's compact form factor makes it easy to carry, which is ideal for users looking for a multimedia companion during travel.

The device supports a wide range of media formats, including MPEG-1, MPEG-2, and AVI for video playback, alongside MP3 and WMA for audio files. This flexibility in format compatibility made it easier for users to enjoy their existing media libraries without the need for additional conversions. Moreover, the AV300 Series allows for an impressive storage capacity, often available in models that feature up to 20GB of internal memory. This was significant at the time, enabling extensive music and video collections to be stored in a single device.

Connectivity is another key feature of the Archos AV300 Series. The device incorporates USB ports for easy file transfers, and some models even support FireWire, providing faster data transfer rates. The inclusion of an AV-out port allows users to connect the device to TVs, enabling a larger viewing experience for movies and shows. This functionality made the AV300 Series a more versatile option, appealing to users who desired a home theater experience.

With built-in battery life capable of sustaining several hours of playback, the Archos AV300 Series ensured that users could enjoy content without constant recharging. The device also supports video recording capabilities, allowing users to capture their own moments using the built-in microphone and save them directly onto the device.

Overall, the Archos AV300 Series emerged as a pioneering solution for portable entertainment, blending functionality and style in a compact form. With its array of features and technologies, it has left a lasting impact on the evolution of portable media players, paving the way for future advancements in media consumption devices.