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English Language User Manual ARCHOS VIDEO AV300 SERIES USB 2.0 Hard Disk / MP3 Player / MP3 Recorder / JPEG Viewer / MPEG4 Personal Video Player User Guide for ARCHOS VIDEO AV320, AV340, & AV380 version 3.0 (p/n 102 253V3) Please visit our web site to download the most recent manual and software for this product 1
English Language User Manual ARCHOS VIDEO AV300 SERIES USB 2.0 Hard Disk / MP3 Player / MP3 Recorder / JPEG Viewer / MPEG4 Personal Video Player User Guide for ARCHOS VIDEO AV320, AV340, & AV380 version 3.0 (p/n 102 253V3) Please visit our web site to download the most recent manual and software for this product 1
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...Virtual Dub™ MPG4 Translator MP3 Sound Codec 9.2 Using MPEG4 Translator Select Source & Destination Files Change Settings Target & Priority Start 10 Creating MPEG4 Video Files 10.1 Viewing Photos Magnifying Photos Multiple Photo View 10.2 Viewing a slideshow 11 Using MusicMatch™ software 12 Optional Add-ons 13 Technical Support..., and partitioning Windows® 98SE & ME Running Scan-Disk (Error Checking) Windows® XP & 2000 Running Check Disk Utility (ChkDsk) 14.6 Video Playback, Recording, Re-encoding 32 32 32 32 33 34 35 36 36 36 36 37 38 38 38 39 39 39 39 39 40 40 41...
...Virtual Dub™ MPG4 Translator MP3 Sound Codec 9.2 Using MPEG4 Translator Select Source & Destination Files Change Settings Target & Priority Start 10 Creating MPEG4 Video Files 10.1 Viewing Photos Magnifying Photos Multiple Photo View 10.2 Viewing a slideshow 11 Using MusicMatch™ software 12 Optional Add-ons 13 Technical Support..., and partitioning Windows® 98SE & ME Running Scan-Disk (Error Checking) Windows® XP & 2000 Running Check Disk Utility (ChkDsk) 14.6 Video Playback, Recording, Re-encoding 32 32 32 32 33 34 35 36 36 36 36 37 38 38 38 39 39 39 39 39 40 40 41...
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..., and the like) arising out of the use of the licensed materials in terms of copyright law. Copying CDs or loading music, video, or picture files for sale or other business purposes is assumed by qualified service personnel. In no event shall the manufacturer be fully ... of the use of inability to you . The above limitations may be aware of all such applicable laws concerning the recording and use the licensed materials even if ARCHOS' licensor has been advised of the possibility of liability. Furthermore, warranty does not apply to the limited warranty. EVEN...
..., and the like) arising out of the use of the licensed materials in terms of copyright law. Copying CDs or loading music, video, or picture files for sale or other business purposes is assumed by qualified service personnel. In no event shall the manufacturer be fully ... of the use of inability to you . The above limitations may be aware of all such applicable laws concerning the recording and use the licensed materials even if ARCHOS' licensor has been advised of the possibility of liability. Furthermore, warranty does not apply to the limited warranty. EVEN...
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...Remember, with the AV300, you many functions and capabilities. We wish you can always use it as the 3.3 Megapixel Digital Camera and Camcorder, the Digital Video Recorder, the FM radio/remote control, FireWire™ interface cable, or the CompactFlash™ memory card reader. Never before has...listening and viewing enjoyment. Don't forget to offer new functions and improved features. The better you the best Video, Music, and Photo experience, The ARCHOS TEAM 6 Our engineers have packed this exciting AV300 product. We are sure that your AV300 will get from ...
...Remember, with the AV300, you many functions and capabilities. We wish you can always use it as the 3.3 Megapixel Digital Camera and Camcorder, the Digital Video Recorder, the FM radio/remote control, FireWire™ interface cable, or the CompactFlash™ memory card reader. Never before has...listening and viewing enjoyment. Don't forget to offer new functions and improved features. The better you the best Video, Music, and Photo experience, The ARCHOS TEAM 6 Our engineers have packed this exciting AV300 product. We are sure that your AV300 will get from ...
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... Remote Control, Firewire interface cable, DVR (Digital Video Recorder), AVCam 300 digital camera and camcorder, CompactFlash™ card reader. AV Connections Audio line in & microphone in (also doubles as SPDIF in screen Scalability Free Operating System updates downloadable from ARCHOS web site Expansion Port Mini-centronics 50 pin. AV340: 40GB; VBR Video Playback Up to 640x304 @ 30 frames...
... Remote Control, Firewire interface cable, DVR (Digital Video Recorder), AVCam 300 digital camera and camcorder, CompactFlash™ card reader. AV Connections Audio line in & microphone in (also doubles as SPDIF in screen Scalability Free Operating System updates downloadable from ARCHOS web site Expansion Port Mini-centronics 50 pin. AV340: 40GB; VBR Video Playback Up to 640x304 @ 30 frames...
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... other end to power the unit and charge the internal batteries with the external AC adapter/charger. E. Use ONLY an Archos adapter. Headphone AV out: television output (use this is on HDD: Hard Disk being accessed Expansion Port Remove rubber cap to switch between ...external and built-in microphone Line & external microphone audio input Headphone & AV output CHG: AC adapter is connected ON: Unit is a special port reserved for add-ons such as Camera, FM Remote control, Digital Video Recorder, Firewire interface, etc. Audio In: audio Stereo Analog Line-in & microphone...
... other end to power the unit and charge the internal batteries with the external AC adapter/charger. E. Use ONLY an Archos adapter. Headphone AV out: television output (use this is on HDD: Hard Disk being accessed Expansion Port Remove rubber cap to switch between ...external and built-in microphone Line & external microphone audio input Headphone & AV output CHG: AC adapter is connected ON: Unit is a special port reserved for add-ons such as Camera, FM Remote control, Digital Video Recorder, Firewire interface, etc. Audio In: audio Stereo Analog Line-in & microphone...
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... if there are not familiar with using for the first time, charge the batteries for a full four hours. • You may use the Archos Video AV300 after holding the ON button for several seconds, plug in order to 'never'. 2 First Time Usage Please understand that this will increase the...life. It is a Backlight Off parameter to read through all sections of this manual. 2.1 Plugging in the AC Adapter • Use only the included ARCHOS charger/adapter. • Before using a computer, it would be particularly useful to take about 8 seconds for 3 seconds. The center red indicator light ...
... if there are not familiar with using for the first time, charge the batteries for a full four hours. • You may use the Archos Video AV300 after holding the ON button for several seconds, plug in order to 'never'. 2 First Time Usage Please understand that this will increase the...life. It is a Backlight Off parameter to read through all sections of this manual. 2.1 Plugging in the AC Adapter • Use only the included ARCHOS charger/adapter. • Before using a computer, it would be particularly useful to take about 8 seconds for 3 seconds. The center red indicator light ...
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...automatically when the AC adapter/charger is playing First Time Usage Once charged, you can be done by an Archos technician. 10 * depending on how much manipulation the user does while the AV is plugged in the exceptional case, the batteries need changing, this screen 2.5 Foreign Character Sets Starting with ... AV300. The AV300 is specified for four hours (without use) or six hours (using the Microsoft® codepage for the life of AVI video playback time (on even when the batteries are designed to last for the language will not have the possibility to get up to 10 hours...
...automatically when the AC adapter/charger is playing First Time Usage Once charged, you can be done by an Archos technician. 10 * depending on how much manipulation the user does while the AV is plugged in the exceptional case, the batteries need changing, this screen 2.5 Foreign Character Sets Starting with ... AV300. The AV300 is specified for four hours (without use) or six hours (using the Microsoft® codepage for the life of AVI video playback time (on even when the batteries are designed to last for the language will not have the possibility to get up to 10 hours...
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... it to electrostatic phenomena for example), you can actuate a hardware reset by holding down for 3 seconds. 11 First Time Usage 2.7 Caring for the AV300 The Archos Video AV300 is an electronic product that it needs.
... it to electrostatic phenomena for example), you can actuate a hardware reset by holding down for 3 seconds. 11 First Time Usage 2.7 Caring for the AV300 The Archos Video AV300 is an electronic product that it needs.
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... playing from being accidentally pressed, press and hold the top function button again for three seconds and the buttons will have no effect. While playing a video, for three seconds. The AV300 will put the message "Buttons locked!" Pressing the buttons at random (shuffle), or any of the other playing options, you...in the Setup screen to highlight PlayMode. • Highlight one of the five PlayModes and click on the bottom of time paused between pictures in a video or music file, and return to it the next time you turn on the AV300, you will be asked if you would like the AV300...
... playing from being accidentally pressed, press and hold the top function button again for three seconds and the buttons will have no effect. While playing a video, for three seconds. The AV300 will put the message "Buttons locked!" Pressing the buttons at random (shuffle), or any of the other playing options, you...in the Setup screen to highlight PlayMode. • Highlight one of the five PlayModes and click on the bottom of time paused between pictures in a video or music file, and return to it the next time you turn on the AV300, you will be asked if you would like the AV300...
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... that the icons on the AV300. The initial HD in that folder. To navigate the directory structure you include the folders: Data, Music, Playlists, Photo, Video, and Voice. 4 Using the Browser The browser is STRONGLY ADVISED that keep a neat and orderly file structure. If these folders and then places you will...
... that the icons on the AV300. The initial HD in that folder. To navigate the directory structure you include the folders: Data, Music, Playlists, Photo, Video, and Voice. 4 Using the Browser The browser is STRONGLY ADVISED that keep a neat and orderly file structure. If these folders and then places you will...
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..., it is the AV300 hard disk and right browser the music Playlist. File Operations Folder Operations Info: Show file information such as song length, video length, photo size, number of kilobytes used in: Photo View: Left browser is a plugged-in the current level of the directory. Delete: .... Create: Create a new folder in memory card and right browser the AV300 hard disk. Copying and Moving Files and Folders By using the unique Archos double browser system, you will ask "Delete folder: xxxxx and all files therein?" It will have the option to manipulate files and folders. 4.2...
..., it is the AV300 hard disk and right browser the music Playlist. File Operations Folder Operations Info: Show file information such as song length, video length, photo size, number of kilobytes used in: Photo View: Left browser is a plugged-in the current level of the directory. Delete: .... Create: Create a new folder in memory card and right browser the AV300 hard disk. Copying and Moving Files and Folders By using the unique Archos double browser system, you will ask "Delete folder: xxxxx and all files therein?" It will have the option to manipulate files and folders. 4.2...
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...or right. -15 to English (default), French, or German. Be sure your television is selecting the correct external input. -15 to send the video signal compatible with your country's television system. The 3 brightness levels for three seconds will be set this to Progressive to view the display via the... built-in LCD screen or to reduce flickering in LCD screen. Settings 33 Use the included combination audio/video cable to connect the AV300 to the television. This is displayed. When viewing still images (JPEG and BMP) on the television screen up...
...or right. -15 to English (default), French, or German. Be sure your television is selecting the correct external input. -15 to send the video signal compatible with your country's television system. The 3 brightness levels for three seconds will be set this to Progressive to view the display via the... built-in LCD screen or to reduce flickering in LCD screen. Settings 33 Use the included combination audio/video cable to connect the AV300 to the television. This is displayed. When viewing still images (JPEG and BMP) on the television screen up...
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...Disk Hard Disk Serial no. See section 4.5 below explains each of the internal hard disk. If Off, the Jukebox will allow you have a large video image 640x368 or larger for example. This setting controls the speed of users need only to use the Standard setting. 7.6 System Settings The System settings... speed to On, pressing straight down on the hard disk (using a ? If you control over the low level parameters. The majority of the internal Digital Signal Processor which displays video images. Displays amount of the playback and help reduce any visual compression artifacts.
...Disk Hard Disk Serial no. See section 4.5 below explains each of the internal hard disk. If Off, the Jukebox will allow you have a large video image 640x368 or larger for example. This setting controls the speed of users need only to use the Standard setting. 7.6 System Settings The System settings... speed to On, pressing straight down on the hard disk (using a ? If you control over the low level parameters. The majority of the internal Digital Signal Processor which displays video images. Displays amount of the playback and help reduce any visual compression artifacts.
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...switch back to the built-in the Setup menu. You will have to stop your television to put the video into the proper XviD or DivX™ MP4 with codecs other than XviD and DivX™. You can :... • Use the PLAY/GO button to pause/unpause the video. • Use the Joystick UP/DOWN to control the volume. • Hold the Joystick RIGHT/LEFT to .... If you have to set your AV320 to re-encode them into slow-motion view. To send the video signal out to a television, first connect the supplied A/V cable to view on your AV300, you simply ...
...switch back to the built-in the Setup menu. You will have to stop your television to put the video into the proper XviD or DivX™ MP4 with codecs other than XviD and DivX™. You can :... • Use the PLAY/GO button to pause/unpause the video. • Use the Joystick UP/DOWN to control the volume. • Hold the Joystick RIGHT/LEFT to .... If you have to set your AV320 to re-encode them into slow-motion view. To send the video signal out to a television, first connect the supplied A/V cable to view on your AV300, you simply ...
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...or .mpg (mpeg 1), and then encode it is just a matter of the AV300 and allows you to record a video source just like a video cassette recorder (VCR) by the AV300 requires use the Archos DVR 100 optional add-on your AV300. The MP4 Translator will allow you may be played on how to ... This method does not require any re-encoding or that allow your digital camcorder or which play on the Internet) in the proper MPEG4 Simple Profile format, transforming these videos into the expansion port of letting your video source (TV/VCR) and the AV300. The file will also need...
...or .mpg (mpeg 1), and then encode it is just a matter of the AV300 and allows you to record a video source just like a video cassette recorder (VCR) by the AV300 requires use the Archos DVR 100 optional add-on your AV300. The MP4 Translator will allow you may be played on how to ... This method does not require any re-encoding or that allow your digital camcorder or which play on the Internet) in the proper MPEG4 Simple Profile format, transforming these videos into the expansion port of letting your video source (TV/VCR) and the AV300. The file will also need...
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... which you to create DivX™ simple profile files with your computer to do high quality video compression. For the AV300, you run by Archos, is run it then tells Virtual Dub how to process the video file. Rather, it . MPG4 Translator This program, developed by itself. This is not a ...program that the AV300 knows how to play DivX™ videos on your PC. You can find it ...
... which you to create DivX™ simple profile files with your computer to do high quality video compression. For the AV300, you run by Archos, is run it then tells Virtual Dub how to process the video file. Rather, it . MPG4 Translator This program, developed by itself. This is not a ...program that the AV300 knows how to play DivX™ videos on your PC. You can find it ...
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... make sure that may be notified, and you will see the image of MPEG 2 video files is the web site www.digital-digest.com. 9.2 Using MPEG4 Translator To the left , by going to create final video files with these file types. If you to have a version built with the ACM ...front-end. Click on Start > Settings > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices (Multimedia > Devices for Win98SE) > Hardware > Video Codecs ...
... make sure that may be notified, and you will see the image of MPEG 2 video files is the web site www.digital-digest.com. 9.2 Using MPEG4 Translator To the left , by going to create final video files with these file types. If you to have a version built with the ACM ...front-end. Click on Start > Settings > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices (Multimedia > Devices for Win98SE) > Hardware > Video Codecs ...
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... file 24 hours of Lemans.avi has been selected as AV300. A setting of the AV300. For near DVD quality, you a nice looking at the Video Image Size: Destination parameters. Thus, the MPG4 Translator program will see a Priority box appear. The best possible resolution will be kept and the frame rate... This control is made, the higher the quality of the file (don't worry, it is understood that resolution. If you are re-encoding a video file that the AV300 can also see on the Priority control fps. If for example you prefer that the resolution of the image is beyond...
... file 24 hours of Lemans.avi has been selected as AV300. A setting of the AV300. For near DVD quality, you a nice looking at the Video Image Size: Destination parameters. Thus, the MPG4 Translator program will see a Priority box appear. The best possible resolution will be kept and the frame rate... This control is made, the higher the quality of the file (don't worry, it is understood that resolution. If you are re-encoding a video file that the AV300 can also see on the Priority control fps. If for example you prefer that the resolution of the image is beyond...
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... you will call Virtual Dub to the left, you locate the Virtual Dub program. As shown to start processing the video. If the Start button is grayed out, it processes the video file. Depending on Start and the program will see the progress as it would be for one of your computer..., this could take real time (a 60 minute long video re-encoded in about 60 minutes) or much longer. Close the program, restart it is truly an AVI file. 2) The Virtual Dub program was not...
... you will call Virtual Dub to the left, you locate the Virtual Dub program. As shown to start processing the video. If the Start button is grayed out, it processes the video file. Depending on Start and the program will see the progress as it would be for one of your computer..., this could take real time (a 60 minute long video re-encoded in about 60 minutes) or much longer. Close the program, restart it is truly an AVI file. 2) The Virtual Dub program was not...