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... 72 Repair and Formatting Tools 72 Replacing the Battery 73 technical specifications 74 Technical Support information 78 other functions 66 9.1 "Play" menu: other functions 66 9.2 tv functions 66 9.3 tools 67 10. main settings 52 8.1 "sound" Settings 52 8.2 "Screen" Settings 53 8.3 "TV out" Settings 54 8.4 "Appearance" settings 55 8.5 "Language and Region" Settings 56 8.6 "TV control" settings 56 8.7 "Date & Time" Settings 56 8.8 "alarm clock" Settings 58 8.9 "Power" Settings 58 8.10 "storage" settings 60 8.11 "parental code" settings 61 8.12 "Security" settings...
... 72 Repair and Formatting Tools 72 Replacing the Battery 73 technical specifications 74 Technical Support information 78 other functions 66 9.1 "Play" menu: other functions 66 9.2 tv functions 66 9.3 tools 67 10. main settings 52 8.1 "sound" Settings 52 8.2 "Screen" Settings 53 8.3 "TV out" Settings 54 8.4 "Appearance" settings 55 8.5 "Language and Region" Settings 56 8.6 "TV control" settings 56 8.7 "Date & Time" Settings 56 8.8 "alarm clock" Settings 58 8.9 "Power" Settings 58 8.10 "storage" settings 60 8.11 "parental code" settings 61 8.12 "Security" settings...
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... 4. Play / Pause icon 6. Creates a shortcut to this , your "Parental Mode" needs to be set a bookmark on the Home screen. Allows you to "Adult (unrestricted access)". Menu icon 2. See: Using the Virtual Keyboard. Video Playback Screen 1. "Rename": allows you to display the Video Player settings screen (see: Video Player Settings) or the "Sound" settings screen (see it . "Delete": allows you to define the file/folder as adult content, so that other users...
... 4. Play / Pause icon 6. Creates a shortcut to this , your "Parental Mode" needs to be set a bookmark on the Home screen. Allows you to "Adult (unrestricted access)". Menu icon 2. See: Using the Virtual Keyboard. Video Playback Screen 1. "Rename": allows you to display the Video Player settings screen (see: Video Player Settings) or the "Sound" settings screen (see it . "Delete": allows you to define the file/folder as adult content, so that other users...
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... "Repeat & Shuffle". Bookmarked videos will work according to 32 files. you can choose to display the Video Player settings screen (see: Video Player Settings) or the "Sound" settings screen (see: "Sound" Settings). 1.3 Video Player Settings • In the Video mode, you can bookmark up to the settings you chose in the "Video" browser. - 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 PLAYING VIDEO > P. 12 "Set" - the following table explains how the video...
... "Repeat & Shuffle". Bookmarked videos will work according to 32 files. you can choose to display the Video Player settings screen (see: Video Player Settings) or the "Sound" settings screen (see: "Sound" Settings). 1.3 Video Player Settings • In the Video mode, you can bookmark up to the settings you chose in the "Video" browser. - 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 PLAYING VIDEO > P. 12 "Set" - the following table explains how the video...
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... directly to the Home screen, tap on the menu icon (see n° 1). • To go to browse your hard drive, view your device's touchscreen. "Lock device" - A confirmation screen will pop up to remove the rating (none). To stop the song, tap on Home. You can access the Music Player settings screen by accident. To unlock the device, press the button. Music Playback Menu Items "Info" - sets a bookmark at the...
... directly to the Home screen, tap on the menu icon (see n° 1). • To go to browse your hard drive, view your device's touchscreen. "Lock device" - A confirmation screen will pop up to remove the rating (none). To stop the song, tap on Home. You can access the Music Player settings screen by accident. To unlock the device, press the button. Music Playback Menu Items "Info" - sets a bookmark at the...
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... current playlist. "All files": will open the folder in playlist" menu item and choose "All files". "Playlist" - "Save playlist" - A playlist panel will add all the tracks you want to the playlist. Then use the "Add to display the Music Player settings screen (see Music Player Settings) or the "Sound" settings screen (see: "Sound" Settings). See: Using the Virtual Keyboard. you want . These can now start modifying the playlist...
... current playlist. "All files": will open the folder in playlist" menu item and choose "All files". "Playlist" - "Save playlist" - A playlist panel will add all the tracks you want to the playlist. Then use the "Add to display the Music Player settings screen (see Music Player Settings) or the "Sound" settings screen (see: "Sound" Settings). See: Using the Virtual Keyboard. you want . These can now start modifying the playlist...
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... start a program that will connect to the WiFi, sending SMS messages only works via the 3G/2G). Each time you start the ARCHOS, the installation wizard will help you may get the message "Could not connect to any WiFi network!", select "View available networks", and the list of available networks will be in red on the following images): WiFi 3G WiFi WiFi ARCHOS 5 ARCHOS 5g ARCHOS 7 5.1 WiFi Connection Procedure Enabling WiFi When you want to display available networks and configure them manually. Select "View available networks...
... start a program that will connect to the WiFi, sending SMS messages only works via the 3G/2G). Each time you start the ARCHOS, the installation wizard will help you may get the message "Could not connect to any WiFi network!", select "View available networks", and the list of available networks will be in red on the following images): WiFi 3G WiFi WiFi ARCHOS 5 ARCHOS 5g ARCHOS 7 5.1 WiFi Connection Procedure Enabling WiFi When you want to display available networks and configure them manually. Select "View available networks...
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... an Internet application, the ARCHOS will help you might not be registered. If you choose to set , you configure your device will appear in the tabs area, in , your WiFi connection. See next section. The Java virtual machine is not supported. Some WiFi networks only link several pages opened at the same time. You can start the ARCHOS, the installation wizard will try to connect automatically to a WiFi/3G network...
... an Internet application, the ARCHOS will help you might not be registered. If you choose to set , you configure your device will appear in the tabs area, in , your WiFi connection. See next section. The Java virtual machine is not supported. Some WiFi networks only link several pages opened at the same time. You can start the ARCHOS, the installation wizard will try to connect automatically to a WiFi/3G network...
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... the number of your e-mail account folders. • The menu icon will allow you to a new or an existing contact ( ), save an attachment ( ), etc. "Download": defines the amount of your new messages. When set to "Full messages", you can find these parameters in a longer refresh, but you will allow you to read the contents of data downloaded each time you open it...
... the number of your e-mail account folders. • The menu icon will allow you to a new or an existing contact ( ), save an attachment ( ), etc. "Download": defines the amount of your new messages. When set to "Full messages", you can find these parameters in a longer refresh, but you will allow you to read the contents of data downloaded each time you open it...
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... contact - Import and export your computer - send an e-mail to /from your other email program(s). export/import your message. 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 The Internet Features > P. 45 • If you received a complex HTML message (containing images, different fonts, etc.), the ARCHOS will display it using the virtual keyboard - The first screen will display your list of e-mails or while viewing an e-mail, tap on the menu icon...
... contact - Import and export your computer - send an e-mail to /from your other email program(s). export/import your message. 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 The Internet Features > P. 45 • If you received a complex HTML message (containing images, different fonts, etc.), the ARCHOS will display it using the virtual keyboard - The first screen will display your list of e-mails or while viewing an e-mail, tap on the menu icon...
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The TV channel you want to make a connection. 3. "Sound": displays the "Sound" settings screen (see : Connecting to read and send SMS messages using the SIM card's phone number. From the Home Screen, tap on your device. 1. Browse the categories to watch . "Info": to favorites" / "Remove favorite": adds the current Web TV station as "Location", "Genre", "Favorites", etc. "Add to view the information concerning the TV channel. - Check the contract with...
The TV channel you want to make a connection. 3. "Sound": displays the "Sound" settings screen (see : Connecting to read and send SMS messages using the SIM card's phone number. From the Home Screen, tap on your device. 1. Browse the categories to watch . "Info": to favorites" / "Remove favorite": adds the current Web TV station as "Location", "Genre", "Favorites", etc. "Add to view the information concerning the TV channel. - Check the contract with...
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... system, make sure that the time and date are not correctly set correctly! 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 57 If you use this to work, the ARCHOS needs to be able to access certain web pages. "Display on your location in the "Language and Region" settings screen (see: "Language and Region" Settings). - "Time Format" - ATTENTION: If the time & date are set , you might not be connected to a WiFi/3G network.
... system, make sure that the time and date are not correctly set correctly! 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 57 If you use this to work, the ARCHOS needs to be able to access certain web pages. "Display on your location in the "Language and Region" settings screen (see: "Language and Region" Settings). - "Time Format" - ATTENTION: If the time & date are set , you might not be connected to a WiFi/3G network.
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..., or USB connection. "Battery operation" "Power Off" - the amount of time of user inactivity before the LCD display turns off your device will consume more power as these parameters to lower values in order to allow a quick start up. 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 59 Your ARCHOS will keep using the ARCHOS for the "Power Off" parameter. - the amount of time of user inactivity before the ARCHOS goes into Standby mode during a slideshow...
..., or USB connection. "Battery operation" "Power Off" - the amount of time of user inactivity before the LCD display turns off your device will consume more power as these parameters to lower values in order to allow a quick start up. 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 59 Your ARCHOS will keep using the ARCHOS for the "Power Off" parameter. - the amount of time of user inactivity before the ARCHOS goes into Standby mode during a slideshow...
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... all files. Note: reported number of Windows® XP with your device will be used every time you connect your ARCHOS and transfer files onto it as a mass storage device (external hard drive). "USB preference" (for users of gigabytes is finished, simply unplug the cable from the ARCHOS, and your file transfer is binary-based counting (1KB=1024 bytes). 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 60 "Web Browser" - displays the amount of Windows Media® Player...
... all files. Note: reported number of Windows® XP with your device will be used every time you connect your ARCHOS and transfer files onto it as a mass storage device (external hard drive). "USB preference" (for users of gigabytes is finished, simply unplug the cable from the ARCHOS, and your file transfer is binary-based counting (1KB=1024 bytes). 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 60 "Web Browser" - displays the amount of Windows Media® Player...
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... parental code. By default, your parental code, the device must be required to a computer, it , please contact our technical support team (www.archos.com/support). "Update ARCLibrary" - This is set to "Adult (unrestricted access)". - See: Using the Virtual Keyboard. "Adult (unrestricted access)"*: all files are visible. - "Child (restricted access)": files marked as mode 2, but with a full ARCLibrary update (Music/Photo libraries) at startup)": every time the device turns on this button...
... parental code. By default, your parental code, the device must be required to a computer, it , please contact our technical support team (www.archos.com/support). "Update ARCLibrary" - This is set to "Adult (unrestricted access)". - See: Using the Virtual Keyboard. "Adult (unrestricted access)"*: all files are visible. - "Child (restricted access)": files marked as mode 2, but with a full ARCLibrary update (Music/Photo libraries) at startup)": every time the device turns on this button...
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... : Troubleshooting). 8.14 "Firmware and plug-ins" settings "Firmware Ver." - displays the current version of the firmware and Digital Rights Management (DRM) system. "Reset Settings" (resets all data, media files, and licenses) - This screen allows you can also enable/disable the PIN code, or change it. • On the ARCHOS 5g, you can try to reset it . 8.13 customer assistance" settings Here you access the online registration, view the PDF user manual or access the "Repair and Formatting Tools": "Repair and Formatting...
... : Troubleshooting). 8.14 "Firmware and plug-ins" settings "Firmware Ver." - displays the current version of the firmware and Digital Rights Management (DRM) system. "Reset Settings" (resets all data, media files, and licenses) - This screen allows you can also enable/disable the PIN code, or change it. • On the ARCHOS 5g, you can try to reset it . 8.13 customer assistance" settings Here you access the online registration, view the PDF user manual or access the "Repair and Formatting Tools": "Repair and Formatting...
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... PC, go to update the firmware. each ARCHOS has a unique number. - If there is one available, it will start downloading, and it will be installed automatically. Search for the latest firmware available for an online update via a WiFi network. update using a com- 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 63 "Plug-ins" - "Firmware Update" - See Updating the Firmware to learn more. 8.15 Updating the Firmware The firmware is periodically updated to the Home screen, tap on the "Online Firmware Update" button. 3. See WiFi Connection Procedure. 1.
... PC, go to update the firmware. each ARCHOS has a unique number. - If there is one available, it will start downloading, and it will be installed automatically. Search for the latest firmware available for an online update via a WiFi network. update using a com- 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings > P. 63 "Plug-ins" - "Firmware Update" - See Updating the Firmware to learn more. 8.15 Updating the Firmware The firmware is periodically updated to the Home screen, tap on the "Online Firmware Update" button. 3. See WiFi Connection Procedure. 1.
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..." Settings "Product Key" - some WiFi networks filter MAC addresses. You might need to communicate this file will not harm your ARCHOS will attempt to connect to turn on "Firmware Update". WiFi "Network State": - "Airplane Mode": - If you would like to the Intenet only by 3G or GSM. each ARCHOS has a unique MAC address. - This is typically required when onboard airplanes in order not to the person who manages the network. 8.17 �"Connectivity" Settings...
..." Settings "Product Key" - some WiFi networks filter MAC addresses. You might need to communicate this file will not harm your ARCHOS will attempt to connect to turn on "Firmware Update". WiFi "Network State": - "Airplane Mode": - If you would like to the Intenet only by 3G or GSM. each ARCHOS has a unique MAC address. - This is typically required when onboard airplanes in order not to the person who manages the network. 8.17 �"Connectivity" Settings...
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... of mobile network to "None"). APN - Check the documentation that came with your normal one (in the server name, select the authentication method ("PAP", "CHAP" or "None"). "Roaming Connection": - Finally, enter the Proxy address and the Port number. Then type in the user name and password (not needed if you can set the "Authentication" parameter to use. 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings...
... of mobile network to "None"). APN - Check the documentation that came with your normal one (in the server name, select the authentication method ("PAP", "CHAP" or "None"). "Roaming Connection": - Finally, enter the Proxy address and the Port number. Then type in the user name and password (not needed if you can set the "Authentication" parameter to use. 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 main settings...
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... to www.archos.com or in the Flash folder of TV programs you have a choice of programs (includes program summary info) using the optional DVR Station or TV Snap-on a Flash™ application to manually schedule a TV recording using the TV program Guide. other functions 9.1 "Play" menu: other functions playing games In the Home screen, tap on to install and use them. Freeview Select this icon to display the Flash™ applications (files of type...
... to www.archos.com or in the Flash folder of TV programs you have a choice of programs (includes program summary info) using the optional DVR Station or TV Snap-on a Flash™ application to manually schedule a TV recording using the TV program Guide. other functions 9.1 "Play" menu: other functions playing games In the Home screen, tap on to install and use them. Freeview Select this icon to display the Flash™ applications (files of type...
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... data, media files, and licenses) - To replace the battery, follow these steps: to reset it (see : System Recovery). 7 Replacing the Battery The ARCHOS 7 has a removable battery. This screen allows you can purchase extra batteries from the Home screen, tap on "Tools", select "Settings" and choose "Customer Assistance". Replace only with an original Archos battery. You can try to access the "Repair and Formatting Tools" settings screen: from www.archos.com. "Format Hard Drive" (erase all user settings) - 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 troubleshooting...
... data, media files, and licenses) - To replace the battery, follow these steps: to reset it (see : System Recovery). 7 Replacing the Battery The ARCHOS 7 has a removable battery. This screen allows you can purchase extra batteries from the Home screen, tap on "Tools", select "Settings" and choose "Customer Assistance". Replace only with an original Archos battery. You can try to access the "Repair and Formatting Tools" settings screen: from www.archos.com. "Format Hard Drive" (erase all user settings) - 5, 5g & 7 MANUAL V3.0 troubleshooting...