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1. Play the file and pause at the spot you want to make your Start mark. Select the Set a mark-in here action icon. Let the video play – you will notice a small blue mark.

2. Now click on Pause at the location you want to mark the end of your segment. Select the Set a mark-outaction icon. Now that you have defined a segment in the video, you can click the Remove selected part or Keep selected part action icon. Although the set-mark action icons are available, you can only mark one segment at a time.

3. Continue to select or delete other segments as in 2. Once satisfied with your edits, you can Save the selection which keeps the edit points and allows you to re-edit another time, or you can Save Selection as a new File which will create a new edited file named (name_Edit0000).

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9VIDEO – Creating MPEG-4 Video Files with your Computer

How to create an MPEG-4 video file

Video files that come from your digital camcorder, sent to you via e-mail, or which are freely available on the Internet are encoded in many different ways. If not already in the proper MPEG-4 Simple Profile or WMV9 Simple Profile format, a transformation operation must be done in order that these video files can be played by the AV 500. This transformation process is called re-encoding.

There are basically two ways to do this; 1) Use the Synchronize button in Windows Media® Player 10 or 2) Use the PC tools which are available on the AV 500’s hard drive. The first method is very simple and merely requires that you synchronize a video file in your Media Player library to your AV 500. You do not have much control in this converting process though and Windows Media® Player determines which video types it will and will not re- encode. The second method, though it requires some learning, will allow you to have much more control over the final quality of the re-encoded (converted) video file. It is described below. There are other tools available on the Internet, some free and some for sale, that can also convert your video files into the appropriate MPEG-4 SP video file format for the AV 500. See the web site www.mpegmobile.com for a list of a few of them.

PC Tools

The AV 500 is delivered with two Windows® based programs that allow you to create MPEG-4 Simple Profile .AVI video files. They are the MPEG-4 Translator and Virtual Dub™. The MPEG-4 Translator will call the Virtual Dub program and give it the correct parameters to encode your video from its original format, .avi or .mpg (mpeg 1), and then encode it into a MPEG-4 SP .AVI file. The file will be scaled in order to be played back properly.

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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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