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.... Dear Customer, Thank you the best experience, The ARCHOS Team. Entertainment way ENGLISH | 5 ENGLISH USER MANUAL Version 2.0 Please visit www.archos.com/manuals to download a multitude of applications, read your regular office documents and PDF files, and get the most from the Internet (surf, e-mail, widgets, etc.), just like your device's software may have a slightly...
.... Dear Customer, Thank you the best experience, The ARCHOS Team. Entertainment way ENGLISH | 5 ENGLISH USER MANUAL Version 2.0 Please visit www.archos.com/manuals to download a multitude of applications, read your regular office documents and PDF files, and get the most from the Internet (surf, e-mail, widgets, etc.), just like your device's software may have a slightly...
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Table of CONTENTS > P. Table Of Contents Introduction...4 ARCHOS description 4 first time usage 5 The Power button 6 The installation wizard 6 using the ARCHOS Interface 6 PRODUCT CARE 9 Using the file Browser 10 Navigation 10 Using the Virtual Keyboard 12 Making a WiFi ...Connection 13 how to improve WiFi reception 13 Enabling WiFi 13 The list of available networks 14 advanced connection 14 Internet & WiFi Features 15...
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Table of CONTENTS > P. Table Of Contents Introduction...4 ARCHOS description 4 first time usage 5 The Power button 6 The installation wizard 6 using the ARCHOS Interface 6 PRODUCT CARE 9 Using the file Browser 10 Navigation 10 Using the Virtual Keyboard 12 Making a WiFi ...Connection 13 how to improve WiFi reception 13 Enabling WiFi 13 The list of available networks 14 advanced connection 14 Internet & WiFi Features 15...
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Table of CONTENTS > P. archos plug-ins and add-ons 51 DVR Station 51 DVR Snap-on 51 Mini Dock 51 Battery Dock 52 TV Snap-on 52 Car Mount 52 troubleshooting 53 resetting your ARCHOS 53 system recovery 53 touchscreen problems 54 Technical Support information 55
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Table of CONTENTS > P. archos plug-ins and add-ons 51 DVR Station 51 DVR Snap-on 51 Mini Dock 51 Battery Dock 52 TV Snap-on 52 Car Mount 52 troubleshooting 53 resetting your ARCHOS 53 system recovery 53 touchscreen problems 54 Technical Support information 55
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction Introduction > P. ARCHOS description Main buttons • Press and hold to turn the screen back on certain models... card reader (available on , press the Power button once, and press it in loudspeaker The ARCHOS is equipped with a list of the device: • Headphone Jack: to connect headphones. • USB port: to connect your...will shut down until you can press the Power button once to transfer files and charge the battery). To turn your ARCHOS on/off*. • The green LED indicator lights up when the device is on "Power Off". If you do...
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction Introduction > P. ARCHOS description Main buttons • Press and hold to turn the screen back on certain models... card reader (available on , press the Power button once, and press it in loudspeaker The ARCHOS is equipped with a list of the device: • Headphone Jack: to connect headphones. • USB port: to connect your...will shut down until you can press the Power button once to transfer files and charge the battery). To turn your ARCHOS on/off*. • The green LED indicator lights up when the device is on "Power Off". If you do...
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Note that not all types of the device. • Pull it out, and it will appear on your product. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Microphone The microphone is located underneath the device, on and start charging: - first time usage Charging the battery Before using your ...device, see: "Wireless controls". The Charging LED indicator is on your ARCHOS for the first time, completely charge its orientation when you to set up the accelerometer (calibration, orientation), see how to connect with a leg stand...
Note that not all types of the device. • Pull it out, and it will appear on your product. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Microphone The microphone is located underneath the device, on and start charging: - first time usage Charging the battery Before using your ...device, see: "Wireless controls". The Charging LED indicator is on your ARCHOS for the first time, completely charge its orientation when you to set up the accelerometer (calibration, orientation), see how to connect with a leg stand...
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... logos to reveal the notification mes- Menu: gives menu options according to turn on the ARCHOS, the installation wizard will help you are in certain applications that require the use of the screen. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction > P. The Power button • Press and hold the button to... the current screen. full shut down: to the screen you configure the main functions of options: - using the ARCHOS Interface interface description Top bar of the Interface...
... logos to reveal the notification mes- Menu: gives menu options according to turn on the ARCHOS, the installation wizard will help you are in certain applications that require the use of the screen. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction > P. The Power button • Press and hold the button to... the current screen. full shut down: to the screen you configure the main functions of options: - using the ARCHOS Interface interface description Top bar of the Interface...
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Home Screen Introduction > P. 1. Tap on your finger onto it, drag it . These... the screen. Customizing the Home screen items • To add a Home screen item (shortcuts, widgets, etc.), hold your ARCHOS (games, various tools, etc.). You can copy them onto the Home screen by adding/removing shortcuts and widgets, changing the ... etc.). You can also tap on the Menu icon and select "Add" , at an empty location, then choose from the Internet. 3. Multimedia icons: Tap on the screen to go to the desired location, and release it to the left or right panel...
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Home Screen Introduction > P. 1. Tap on your finger onto it, drag it . These... the screen. Customizing the Home screen items • To add a Home screen item (shortcuts, widgets, etc.), hold your ARCHOS (games, various tools, etc.). You can copy them onto the Home screen by adding/removing shortcuts and widgets, changing the ... etc.). You can also tap on the Menu icon and select "Add" , at an empty location, then choose from the Internet. 3. Multimedia icons: Tap on the screen to go to the desired location, and release it to the left or right panel...
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... the screens where it appears, the volume bar can also use the touchscreen. using the touchscreen Your ARCHOS is a description of the screen. Below is equipped with a touchscreen. For more information on the Menu icon. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction > P. Changing the wallpaper From the Home screen, tap on the different settings, see: Main...
... the screens where it appears, the volume bar can also use the touchscreen. using the touchscreen Your ARCHOS is a description of the screen. Below is equipped with a touchscreen. For more information on the Menu icon. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction > P. Changing the wallpaper From the Home screen, tap on the different settings, see: Main...
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There are no user-serviceable parts inside. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction > P. PRODUCT CARE Your ARCHOS is an electronic product that needs to be treated with care: • Do not subject it to shock or vibration. • Do not subject it to heat, keep it ventilated (especially when connected to a computer). • Keep it away from water and excessively humid areas. • Keep it away from high electromagnetic fields. • Do not open it up. Opening will void your warranty.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Introduction > P. PRODUCT CARE Your ARCHOS is an electronic product that needs to be treated with care: • Do not subject it to shock or vibration. • Do not subject it to heat, keep it ventilated (especially when connected to a computer). • Keep it away from water and excessively humid areas. • Keep it away from high electromagnetic fields. • Do not open it up. Opening will void your warranty.
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Using the File Browser > P. 10 Using the file Browser The ARCHOS File Browser gives you the possibility to navigate the file system of the screen, and tap on "File manager" to enter the File Browser. You ... longer work if the folders are in the interface by tapping on the right side of your ARCHOS internal memory: DO NOT delete or rename the original folders: Music, Pictures, Video, Playlists, etc. About your ARCHOS internal memory. Wherever you can go back directly to highlight. • To display the available menu...
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 Using the File Browser > P. 10 Using the file Browser The ARCHOS File Browser gives you the possibility to navigate the file system of the screen, and tap on "File manager" to enter the File Browser. You ... longer work if the folders are in the interface by tapping on the right side of your ARCHOS internal memory: DO NOT delete or rename the original folders: Music, Pictures, Video, Playlists, etc. About your ARCHOS internal memory. Wherever you can go back directly to highlight. • To display the available menu...
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... corresponding boxes (which appear on the left of the folders/files). "Create folder" - "Delete": allows you to change the name of the folders/files). "Copy" - | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Using the File Browser > P. 11 FILE Browser Menu Items Note that some of the current folder to the location defined in the other browser...
... corresponding boxes (which appear on the left of the folders/files). "Create folder" - "Delete": allows you to change the name of the folders/files). "Copy" - | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Using the File Browser > P. 11 FILE Browser Menu Items Note that some of the current folder to the location defined in the other browser...
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... the keyboard without saving, tap on the Ok key to save it and exit the keyboard. Shift key 7. A confirmation screen will pop up. Back icon 3. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Using the File Browser > P. 12 Using the Virtual Keyboard The virtual keyboard is an interface that allows you to type in the interface. green...
... the keyboard without saving, tap on the Ok key to save it and exit the keyboard. Shift key 7. A confirmation screen will pop up. Back icon 3. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Using the File Browser > P. 12 Using the Virtual Keyboard The virtual keyboard is an interface that allows you to type in the interface. green...
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...have already configured once, it will attempt to make a connection. Go on the Home screen, tap on the following image) Enabling WiFi Before launching an Internet application such as the web browser or web TV, you first need to activate the WiFi and configure a WiFi network: 1. If the WiFi is ...procedure to work, you need to be in red on the Menu icon , then select "Settings" . 2. Every time the ARCHOS is off, tap on the "Wi-Fi" line to turn it on. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Making a WiFi Connection > P. 13 Making a WiFi Connection When you do not need the WiFi or Bluetooth connections, ...
...have already configured once, it will attempt to make a connection. Go on the Home screen, tap on the following image) Enabling WiFi Before launching an Internet application such as the web browser or web TV, you first need to activate the WiFi and configure a WiFi network: 1. If the WiFi is ...procedure to work, you need to be in red on the Menu icon , then select "Settings" . 2. Every time the ARCHOS is off, tap on the "Wi-Fi" line to turn it on. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 Making a WiFi Connection > P. 13 Making a WiFi Connection When you do not need the WiFi or Bluetooth connections, ...
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 • When the WiFi is no need to enter any special information. Your ARCHOS will now attempt to establish a connection to that WiFi... list is constantly refreshed automatically. • Tap on "Add a Wi-Fi network". advanced connection • To manually scan for available WiFi networks, on the "Wi-Fi settings" screen, tap on the Menu icon , then tap... on it will display a notification icon in range. • If the ARCHOS finds a network that uses the WiFi protection standard WPS (WiFi Protected Setup). Drag the top bar downwards to...
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 • When the WiFi is no need to enter any special information. Your ARCHOS will now attempt to establish a connection to that WiFi... list is constantly refreshed automatically. • Tap on "Add a Wi-Fi network". advanced connection • To manually scan for available WiFi networks, on the "Wi-Fi settings" screen, tap on the Menu icon , then tap... on it will display a notification icon in range. • If the ARCHOS finds a network that uses the WiFi protection standard WPS (WiFi Protected Setup). Drag the top bar downwards to...
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| 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 15 Internet & WiFi Features Before launching an Internet application, make sure that the WiFi is activated on your finger to access certain web pages (See: "Date & Time"). Using the web browser • You can open several computers together, without any Internet connection. If the time ... in the web browser, holding down on an item will simply open and you access to more information about how to connect to the Internet, see: Making a WiFi Connection. Some WiFi networks only link several web pages at a time, view them to view it . ...
| 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 15 Internet & WiFi Features Before launching an Internet application, make sure that the WiFi is activated on your finger to access certain web pages (See: "Date & Time"). Using the web browser • You can open several computers together, without any Internet connection. If the time ... in the web browser, holding down on an item will simply open and you access to more information about how to connect to the Internet, see: Making a WiFi Connection. Some WiFi networks only link several web pages at a time, view them to view it . ...
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..."Refresh" / "Stop" - Playing your PC's Shared Media Files (UPnP) • When connected to your home WiFi network, your ARCHOS gives you access to other tabs allow you to bookmark the last-viewed page. - Holding down on your device, shared media files (...edit it, rename it, delete it in the current window. will give you the possibility to display them to visit. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 16 Web B�r�o��w�s�e�r��M�e��n�u�I�t�e�m�s�...
..."Refresh" / "Stop" - Playing your PC's Shared Media Files (UPnP) • When connected to your home WiFi network, your ARCHOS gives you access to other tabs allow you to bookmark the last-viewed page. - Holding down on your device, shared media files (...edit it, rename it, delete it in the current window. will give you the possibility to display them to visit. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 16 Web B�r�o��w�s�e�r��M�e��n�u�I�t�e�m�s�...
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... player's sharing options 1. See Browsing Other Computers on the Library tab, and select Media shar- ing... Click on the Network. Connect the ARCHOS to your PC to the same WiFi network and start Windows Media® Player, version 11 or higher. 3. Connect your WiFi network (see Making...'s files from your PC's Windows Media® Library. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 17 • For this to work, you cannot fit it is especially useful when you have a large library of the ARCHOS. • The ARCHOS uses the UPnP (Universal Plug-and-play) standard to stream shared ...
... player's sharing options 1. See Browsing Other Computers on the Library tab, and select Media shar- ing... Click on the Network. Connect the ARCHOS to your PC to the same WiFi network and start Windows Media® Player, version 11 or higher. 3. Connect your WiFi network (see Making...'s files from your PC's Windows Media® Library. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 17 • For this to work, you cannot fit it is especially useful when you have a large library of the ARCHOS. • The ARCHOS uses the UPnP (Universal Plug-and-play) standard to stream shared ...
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... screen, tap on Settings. Note: You may happen that the WiFi connection transfers data at a high speed. If your ARCHOS is far away from your WiFi box, it may have some video files to stream from your sharing settings, click on the "Video", "Music" or "... PC to close Windows Media® Player, and start scanning for devices and computers sharing their media files on your shared media files. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 18 4. Check the box Share my media to save the modifications. 7. Select the ARCHOS icon and click on OK. If you entered a name for your...
... screen, tap on Settings. Note: You may happen that the WiFi connection transfers data at a high speed. If your ARCHOS is far away from your WiFi box, it may have some video files to stream from your sharing settings, click on the "Video", "Music" or "... PC to close Windows Media® Player, and start scanning for devices and computers sharing their media files on your shared media files. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 18 4. Check the box Share my media to save the modifications. 7. Select the ARCHOS icon and click on OK. If you entered a name for your...
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... to a known network or display the list of available networks so that you can connect to one of them. Depending on your ARCHOS via the WiFi. The videos/songs you have the possibility to start browsing its shared folders. * If the computer with the shared...are saved in the "Video"/"Music" folders. Look for other computers in the network, using the ARCHOS File Browser. • Connect the ARCHOS to your WiFi network (see : Making a WiFi Connection). 3. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 19 Browsing OTHER COMPUTERS ON the Network • When you are connected to a ...
... to a known network or display the list of available networks so that you can connect to one of them. Depending on your ARCHOS via the WiFi. The videos/songs you have the possibility to start browsing its shared folders. * If the computer with the shared...are saved in the "Video"/"Music" folders. Look for other computers in the network, using the ARCHOS File Browser. • Connect the ARCHOS to your WiFi network (see : Making a WiFi Connection). 3. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P. 19 Browsing OTHER COMPUTERS ON the Network • When you are connected to a ...
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... worldwide, your ARCHOS, you want to listen to. * To find more information about how to connect to a WiFi network*. 2. The "Web Radio" interface is organized by category, such as "Location", "Genre", "Favorites", etc. All your device. 1. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P.... by category, such as "Location", "Genre", "Most Popular Stations" etc. "Info": to register your favorite web TV stations will need to the Internet, see : Making a WiFi Connection. 4. "Sound": displays the "Sound" settings screen (see : "Sound" Settings). First connect to view the ...
... worldwide, your ARCHOS, you want to listen to. * To find more information about how to connect to a WiFi network*. 2. The "Web Radio" interface is organized by category, such as "Location", "Genre", "Favorites", etc. All your device. 1. | 5 MANUAL V2.0 The Internet Features > P.... by category, such as "Location", "Genre", "Most Popular Stations" etc. "Info": to register your favorite web TV stations will need to the Internet, see : Making a WiFi Connection. 4. "Sound": displays the "Sound" settings screen (see : "Sound" Settings). First connect to view the ...