2INTRO First Time Usage | Archos AV 500 series instruction

2INTRO – First Time Usage

2.1 Charging the battery

•Use only the included ARCHOS™ charger/adapter.

•You can charge the internal battery of the AV 500 by plugging the included adapter/charger directly into the device, or you can charge it by plugging the adapter/charger into the (optional) TV docking pod and connecting your AV 500 to the Pod.

•Before using for the ﬁrst time, charge the battery completely. The charge indicator (CHG) light will start to blink when the battery is charged.

2.2 Turning on the AV 500

•Hold the PLAY/ON button o for 3 seconds. The green “On” indicator light will turn on. Be patient, it will take a few seconds for the operating system to boot up.

•If the unit shuts off after holding the ON button for several seconds, plug in the ARCHOS™ adapter/charger to make sure the battery gets charged.

2.3 Shutting off the AV 500 and Battery saving features

To shut off the unit, press and hold the STOP/ESC/OFF button x for 3 seconds.

In the Power menu [Display setup screen Power: Battery Operation] there is a Power Off parameter. Thus, if your AV 500 is idle for a couple of minutes, it will shut itself off. This setting can be changed from one to nine minutes or to never.

In the Power menu [Display setup screen Power: Battery Operation] there is a Backlight Off parameter to save battery power (the lighting of the screen consumes a lot of the battery power). That is, if the AV 500 is not being used, the screen will shut off in order to save battery life. To turn the screen back on, just click once on any button. See the section Power in the Settings chapter for a complete explanation.

2.4 Changing the Interface Language

The AV 500 interface can be set to English (default), French, Spanish,

German, or Russian.

•Using the UP action button, highlight the Settings icon (showing a wrench) and then click the center SELECT action button.

•Highlight the Display icon and click the PLAY/ENTER button.

•Highlight the Language parameter using the UP/DOWN buttons.

•Click the RIGHT or LEFT button to choose the desired language.

•The language displayed will change immediately.

•Click on the STOP/ESC button to return to the Setup page and again to return to the main menu screen.

2.5 Foreign Character Sets

You have the option of displaying ﬁle names, folder names, and music tags in various character sets (ex: Korean, Japanese, Simpliﬁed Chinese, etc.). You can ﬁnd the language ﬁles CodePage_name.4FZ in the font folder under /Data/Foreign Fonts on the AV 500 hard drive or on the ARCHOS™ website under the heading Software. If, for example, you would like to have the Korean language display, then you would copy the ﬁle CP949.4FZ into the folder /system on the AV 500 and shut down and restart the AV 500. File names, folder names, and music tags written using the Microsoft® codepage for the language will now be displayed in that character set. Only one .4FZ can be used at a time, thus you should only put one .4FZ ﬁle into the /system folder. When an .4FZ language ﬁle is used, the interface language will be set to English.

2.6 Caring for the AV 500

The ARCHOS™ Video AV 500 is an electronic product that needs to be treated with more care than typical consumer electronic products.

•Do not subject it to shock.

•Do not subject it to heat. Keep it well ventilated.

•Keep the AV 500 away from water and excessively humid areas.

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.

Archos AV 500 series user manual 2INTRO First Time Usage

Models: AV 500 series