Archos 605 WiFi User manual

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About ARCHOS 605 & 705 WiFi
Installation
Do I need any drivers to connect my ARCHOS to my computer with the
USB cable?
You do not need any drivers to plug
your ARCHOS to your computer.
ARCHOS products have been designed
to be automatically recognized by
recent operating systems.
ATTENTION: ARCHOS devices are NOT
supported by old operating systems
such as Win95, Win98, Win98se, WinNT,
as well as older Mac versions.
When connecting your ARCHOS to your
computer, your device will be
recognized and connected depending
on which version of Windows Media
Player you have:
• If you connect your ARCHOS to your
PC and it has Windows Media Player 10
or higher installed, it will connect
(default connection mode) as a ‘Media
Device’ and allow purchased music and
videos to be synchronized to your
ARCHOS.
• If you connect your device to your PC
and you have an older Windows Media
Player version on your computer (Media
Player 9 or lower), the unit will
automatically switch to Hard Drive
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Mode. Only protected music and videos
from your PC cannot be synchronized to
your ARCHOS in this mode. Protected
music and videos from your PC cannot
be synchronized to your ARCHOS in this
mode.
Note 1: Macintosh and Linux computers
will always connect in ‘Hard Drive’
mode.
Note 2: If you receive a message saying
that your unit is not compatible, you
can proceed and click on "Continue".
ARCHOS products are fully compatible
with the recent Windows and Macintosh
operating systems.
I have installed a firmware/plug-in/game file on my ARCHOS but it is not
recognized by the device.
You may have copied the firmware/plug-
in/game file (type ".aos") into a folder
on the device and not to the root level.
If it has been copied in any of the
folders of the ARCHOS, it won’t be
recognized automatically and will not
ask you to complete the installation
process.
To locate the ".aos" firmware/plug-
in/game file, use the ARCHOS file
browser from the Home screen, and
then tap on the file.
ATTENTION:
If you have not seen a progression bar
showing the installation, then the
firmware/plug-in/game file has not been
installed.
It is possible that during the install
process, you accidentally tapped on the
screen and exited the install process.
Tap on the ".aos" file again (using the
ARCHOS file browser) and make sure
that you see the progression bar
indicating that the file is being installed.
Note: If you have a WiFi connection, you
can also update your firmware online
(MENU > Settings > System > Software
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and Plug-ins).
I have downloaded a plug-in/game file but I cannot install it. The file
size is 0 Kb or a message says that it is corrupted or that the update
has failed.
Try the following:
- Download your file a second time as
your download may have not been
successful.
- Check that you have entered the
correct 'Product Key' (Menu > Settings
> Firmware and Plug-ins).
If there is a "0", make sure you entered
the figure "0" and not the letter "O".
If you still cannot install your file, you
should contact our Technical Support.
My ARCHOS displays “Error Code 207.” What should I do?
This error occurs when one attempts to
install an incompatible firmware. For
example, a firmware for the ARCHOS 5
was being installed on an ARCHOS 605.
To find the right firmware:
Go to your customer account (or create
one if you don’t have one yet) where
you can find the latest update software
(firmware) for your particular ARCHOS
product (Manage Products >
Support > Firmware).
My ARCHOS cannot play Flash games.
Your games may not be supported by
your device as they have been designed
to be played on a computer. Certain
features of the Flash game may not
work on a computer or may react less
rapidly.
Proceed as follows:
1. Copy the ".swf" file (the Flash game)
into the folder named “Flash” on the
ARCHOS.
2. Manually update your ARCLibrary.
To be able to update it, switch the USB
mode to PC Hard Drive mode (MENU >
Settings > System > USB mode) so that
the “Update the ARCLibrary” button can
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be activated.
Now you should be able to access your
games through the Widgets icon.
Can I connect my ARCHOS to my computer using a USB hub?
Yes, you can connect your device using
a USB hub.
However we do not recommend it since
not all USB hubs (powered or
unpowered) do not deliver enough
power to enable a good and reliable
USB connection.
If connecting your cable through a USB
hub does not work, plug it into a USB
port directly on the computer.
On older computers, the front USB ports
may not be sufficient, try the back of
the computer.
How do I update the ARCHOS software (firmware)?
There are two main ways to update
your ARCHOS software (see Updating
the firmware in the full manual):
• Directly on your ARCHOS if you can
connect to a WiFi network.
Go to MENU > Settings > Firmware &
Plug-ins and select "Online Firmware
Update".
Your ARCHOS will connect to the
Internet and start downloading the
latest firmware to the device. This may
take some time as the update file can
be rather large.
Once downloaded to your ARCHOS, it
will ask you to install it.
If you do not see the progression bar on
the screen saying “Installing”, then the
update hasn't been installed yet.
• With a computer from our Website
Before you download the firmware file,
check to make sure you aren't already
running the latest version of the
ARCHOS software.
Compare the latest on-line version
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(example version 1.0.8) with the one
installed on your ARCHOS (Menu >
Settings > Firmware and Plug-ins),
example 1.0.51. In this case, since the
version on the ARCHOS Web site is
higher, you should download and install
it.
Download the latest firmware by going
to your customer account.
Click on "Manage Products", and then
click on "Support". Go at the bottom of
the page to find the latest firmware.
Connect your ARCHOS to your computer
and copy the software (file type ".aos")
to your ARCHOS.
Disconnect the ARCHOS and then, if it
doesn't automatically ask you to install
the new software you just copied to it,
use the file browser from the home
screen to locate the update file and tap
on it.
General
Why is it impossible to copy files larger than 2 GB to my ARCHOS?
You cannot copy files larger than 2 GB
in the default USB mode to your
ARCHOS due to the FAT 32 and Media
Transfer Protocol (MTP) constraints.
However, changing your USB
connection type setting on your
ARCHOS will enable you to transfer files
up to 4 GB (except for “.avi” files).
For this, go to Menu > Settings >
System. Next to "USB Preference",
switch from "Windows Media Device"
(default USB connection) to "PC Hard
Drive".
ATTENTION: When your ARCHOS is in
'PC Hard Drive' mode, safely remove
the device before disconnecting it from
your computer.
On your computer, click on the "safely
remove" green arrow icon in the
Windows system tray (see the
illustration in the full manual).
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Can I drag and drop files from my PC directly to my ARCHOS?
Yes. Simply open 'My Computer' and
double click on the ARCHOS icon and
then open the folder inside that you'd
like to copy your file(s) to.
Then just drag the file(s) from another
window into this folder.
If your computer does not allow you to
do this, you can set your ARCHOS to be
seen by your computer as just another
Hard Drive, thus making any drag and
drop possible.
Tap on Menu > Settings > System. Next
to "USB preference", switch from
"Windows Media Device" (default USB
connection) to "PC Hard Drive".
In this mode however, purchased music
and video (copy-protected files) on your
computer will not be transferable to
your ARCHOS.
ATTENTION: When your ARCHOS is in
'PC Hard Drive' mode, safely remove
the device before disconnecting it from
your computer. On your computer, click
on the "safely remove" green arrow
icon in the Windows system tray (see
the illustration in the full manual).
What is the storage capacity of the ARCHOS 605 and 705?
The storage capacity depends on which
ARCHOS model you purchased. If you
were to store ONLY movies, or ONLY
photos, or ONLY songs, these are the
approximate capacities:
ARCHOS 605 models
- 4 GB: 5 movies, 40,000 photos, or
2,000 songs.
- 30 GB: 40 movies, 300,000 photos, or
15,000 songs.
- 80 GB: 100 movies, 800,000 photos,
or 45,000 songs.
- 160 GB: 200 movies, 1,600,000
photos, or 95,000 songs.
ARCHOS 705 models
- 80 GB : 100 movies, 800,000 photos
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or 45,000 songs.
- 160 GB : 200 movies, 1,600,000
photos or 95,000 songs.
Note: The amount of images, videos,
and songs you can store on your device
will vary depending on the size, bitrate,
resolution and the encoding quality of
your files.
I can’t type any numbers on the virtual keyboard. Where are they?
You have to first press the green “Alt”
button to access the numbers.
What is a Widget?
A widget is a piece of software that
extends the features of the ARCHOS. It
provides you a fun, quick and easy
access to hundreds of utilities such as
local weather forecast, sports results,
and even games...right on the device.
I did not get any supplied software or manual with the ARCHOS. Where
can I find them?
Windows Media Player 11 is the
recommended software used to
synchronize your video, music, and
photo collection to your ARCHOS.
If you are a Macintosh or Linux user,
you cannot synchronize your music,
videos, and photos with Windows Media
Player.
Just copy and paste your media files
into the corresponding folder on the
ARCHOS once it is connected.
You can access the complete PDF
manual in 2 different ways:
• Directly from your ARCHOS: tap on
Menu > Info and then tap on the PDF
file to open it.
• From our Website to find the latest
version of the full user manual.
What is the use of the GPS demo mode called “Switch to Demo Software
GPS”?
The demo mode included in the device
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is designed to be used at retailers only.
Do not use it as it merely searches for
two short video demonstrations to play
in a loop for store displays. Your device
does not have the video demonstration
files. Thus this function will not work for
you. If you need information about how
the GPS operates, click here to find a
detailed description on our Web site.
Can the ARCHOS view text or PDF files?
The ARCHOS can read PDF files.
Advanced features in PDF files such as
password protection may not be
recognized though.
For ".txt" files, if you have purchased
the "Web Browser" plug-in, the ARCHOS
will launch the Opera browser and
display the file when you tap on it in the
file browser.
What is streaming?
It is playing music, photos or videos
from another computer on the Internet
directly on your local WiFi network on
your ARCHOS without having to copy
the file to the device.
After connecting my ARCHOS to my computer, I can see files such as
“desktop.ini”, “._image.jpeg”, “finder.def”,”._file”, “System Volume
Information”, “DevLogo.fil”, etc.
These files have been created by the
ARCHOS device itself.
Windows and Macintosh Operating
Systems often write extra files to your
device’s hard disk such as these types
of files.
This is normal and these files will not
damage the device.
Advice: If you have a Macintosh
computer,you can delete "._ files" if you
prefer.
How can I lock/unlock the buttons on my ARCHOS ?
Press and hold the “TV/LCD” button to
lock or unlock your device’s
buttons/touchscreen.
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I have an ARCHOS 605 and I would like to benefit from the new GPS
function. Do I have to buy the 605 GPS or can I just add the GPS
function on my current device ?
You do not need to buy the ARCHOS
605 GPS. The GPS function can be
implemented on your current 605
device by purchasing the GPS Car
Holder Accessory on our Website.
This accessory contains the actual GPS
receiver and includes the maps on a
DVD.
Can I change the hard drive capacity of the ARCHOS?
No, the capacity of the hard drive
cannot be changed.
There is not an HD upgrade service
through the ARCHOS repair center.
ATTENTION: Opening your ARCHOS
voids the guaranty and changing the
hard drive will render your device
unusable as the original hard drive is
coded to a particular device.
When I turn my device on, I am asked to type my parental code. What is
the code?
The default parental code is “0000”.
If it is not accepted, that means you have changed the code by creating a
personalized passcode.
If you do not rembember it, contact our Technical Support and give your
'Product Key' (number of the device).
The 'Product key' is found under MENU > Settings > Software and Plug-ins.
I forgot what the 'Parental Code' is. Where can I get it?
The factory default code is "0000".
If you have changed it and forgotten it,
then you'll have to contact our
Technical Support and give your
'Product key' (number of the device).
The 'Product key' is found under MENU
> Settings > Software and Plug-ins.
I cannot see files that I copied to my ARCHOS from my computer.
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is not supported by the ARCHOS such
as Office documents (ex: ".doc", ".xls",
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The ARCHOS will not show the files
using the Video, Music or Photo
browsers that it cannot play. To see all
your files, use the File browsing tool.
How can I activate the parental code?
From the home screen, go to MENU >
Settings > Parental Control.
The default parental code is "0000".
To change the code, proceed as follows:
1. Select “Change the code”.
2. Choose a 4 digit code through the
virtual keyboard.
Write it down and keep it in a safe place
so you do not forget it.
3. Confirm and validate your new code
by selecting “Apply”.
4. Switch from “Parental mode” to
“Child” mode.
Adult marked content is no longer
accessible and the parental control
parameters cannot be modified without
this code.
Can I play (stream) my PC's media files directly on my ARCHOS without
having to copy them over to it?
Yes, this is the beauty of WiFi and UpnP
(Universal Plug and Play).
You can watch videos, music or photos
that are stored on your computer
directly on your device through a WiFi
connection.
You just need your computer to have a
WiFi connection and have Windows
Media Player 11 or higher installed on
your PC. Then, configure Windows
Media Player (see Windows Media
Player's sharing options in our full
manual).
To share your media files, proceed as
follows:
1. Connect your ARCHOS to your
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home's WiFi network (see Connecting to
a WiFi network in the full manual).
2. Open Windows Media Player 11 or
higher.
Click on Library and then on Media
Sharing.
Your ARCHOS device will appear in the
Window of devices to share to. Be
patient, it may take up to 10 minutes
the very first time to recognize your
ARCHOS.
Make sure your ARCHOS is on and
connected to the same WiFi network as
your computer.
3. Check the box 'Share my media to',
select the ARCHOS, then click on
'Allow', then 'OK.'
4. On your ARCHOS, enter the Video,
Music or Photo menus.
Then tap on the first item in the list
"Network 'UPnP' to access your media
files.
Video
How can I make my ARCHOS become compatible with MPEG-2, H.264
and AAC formats?
You need to purchase optional software
plug-ins and install them on your
device.
These plug-ins are available here on
our Website.
You will find the 2 following plug-ins:
- Cinema plug-in to play MPEG-2 and
VOB video files, as well as AC3 audio
files (5.1 sound),
- Video Podcast plug-in to play H.264
video files, as well as non protected
ACC audio files.
I would like to transfer my DVD’s on my ARCHOS through Windows
Media Player but I can’t.
Windows Media Player will not convert a
DVD for you.
Some DVD’s are copy-protected and
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you cannot make copies or transfer
them onto your ARCHOS, either through
Windows Media Player or by cutting and
pasting in Windows Explorer.
If the DVD is not copy-protected, you
can try one of the two following options:
- Purchase the Cinema plug-in
(available here on our Web site). This
plug-in will read MPEG2 file types, the
same file type that is inside of the
".vob" files on the DVD.Then, it is just a
matter of copying the VOB files found
on your DVD and pasting them into the
Video folder of your ARCHOS.
- Convert the DVD to a format readable
by the ARCHOS (WMV9 or MPEG-4) with
a third party software which can rip
DVDs.
Check out the website
www.mpegmobile.com which lists a few
of the available third party that can do
video conversions and/or DVD ripping.
WARNING:
The converting of a commercial DVD’s
to an electronic, transportable format
such as MPEG or AVI is known as DVD
Ripping.
You must ensure that you are
authorized to copy before doing such or
before copying the VOB files to your
ARCHOS. Check your local legislation.
ARCHOS does not condone nor support
the copying of copyrighted materials, or
of the defeating of any copy protection
schemes, such as used in some
commercial DVD's.
I cannot play files (WMV, WMA and MPEG-4) even though these formats
are supposed to be supported by the ARCHOS.
There could be different reasons for
this:
• The file you are trying to play may be
corrupted.
Try playing it on another ARCHOS
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device or a computer to see if it plays.
If you have changed the extension of a
file, for example by renaming it from
basketball.vob to basketball.avi, this
does not change its format and it still
will not play.
• Some WMV or WMA files are
purposely copy-protected so that you
cannot play them.
• If video resolution is too high, it may
not be able to play.
The ARCHOS plays video files up to
720x586 in dimension.
• If the video file is WMV, it may not
necessarily be WMV9.
The ARCHOS does not play the following
files:
- those encoded in WMV7 and WMV8
which are common WMV types,
- WMA audio files that are of type ‘Pro’
or ‘Lossless’.
• It may be that the file uses a codec
that is not recognized by the ARCHOS,
even though the container type,
".wmv", ".avi", is used.
Can the ARCHOS read subtitles and which ones are compatible?
Yes, the ARCHOS can read subtitled
files but only those having the following
extensions: “.srt”, “.ssa”, “.sub” and
“.smi”.
Make sure your subtitled files are in the
same folder as your video files and
have exactly the same name (ex:
“video_1.avi” and “video_1.srt”).
Which video formats are supported by the ARCHOS?
- MPEG-4
- WMV9
If you buy the additional Cinema and
Video Podcast plug-ins, more video
formats can be read by the ARCHOS
such as:
- H.264 and AAC stereo sound
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- MPEG-2 and AC3 stereo sound (5.1)
- VOB
These plug-ins are available here on our
Web site.
I have downloaded the Cinema plug-in but when I try and drag and drop
a VOB file to my video folder on the device it still gives the error
message that this type of file is not supported.
Check and try the following options:
- Verify that the Cinema plug-in really
did get installed. It will show up in Menu
> Settings > Firmware and Plug-ins.
- When copying a VOB file to your
ARCHOS, and your device is in
‘Windows Media Device’ mode (see in
Menu > Settings > System > USB
Preference), make sure that you paste
the copied file into the folder "Video".
Do not try to synchronize a VOB file
with Windows Media Player.
- You can also try changing the USB
Preference and switch from "Windows
Media Device" to "PC Hard Drive" and
copy it over using Windows Explorer.
If you still cannot copy your VOB files, it
could be that the DVD has a copy
protection system that will not allow
VOB files to be copied correctly.
Try copying files one at a time,
sometimes this can make a difference.
When I play a video, it does not play correctly. Either it stops in
midplay, skips or the sound and image of the video are not
synchronized.
Restart (reboot) your device:
Go into Menu > Settings > Power and
select "Device Complete Power off".The
ARCHOS will automatically shut down.
Turn on your device as usual and play it
again.
If the condition continues, play it on
your computer and compare the results.
If it plays fine on a PC, but not on your
ARCHOS, contact our Technical Support
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with the exact information about the file
(size, bitrate, resolution, format, etc.)
Batteries / Power
How can I increase the battery life of my ARCHOS?
There are different ways to increase
your battery life:
• Shut down your device completely
when you do not plan on using your
device for a while (keep the button held
down until you see the shutting down
message).
• Change the settings on the ARCHOS
(see Power Settings in the full manual).
Tap on Tools > Settings > Power. Then
set the parameters to lower values so
that your device will consume less
power.
• Set the screen brightness to a lower
level (Menu > Settings > Display > LCD
Backlight).
• Purchase the Battery Dock (additional
accessory).
For more info, go to our accessories
page of our Website.
How long can the battery last on a full charge?
ARCHOS 605
Battery life lasts up to:
- 16 hours when you play music,
- 5 hours when you play videos.
ARCHOS 705
Battery life lasts up to:
- 25 hours when you play music,
- 5 hours when you play videos.
Then, the battery life also depends on
the size and the encoding quality of
your files.
Can I replace the battery on my ARCHOS 605?
No, the device does not have a
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removable battery.
If you think you have a battery issue,
please contact our Technical Support.
If you want to increase your battery life,
you can purchase the Battery Dock
(available here on our Web site).
The battery of my ARCHOS will not hold a charge as long as it should.
Depending on which ARCHOS model
you have, when fully charged, your
battery should last at least about:
- 5 hours (for videos) and 16 hours (for
audio) for the ARCHOS 605,
- 5 hours (for videos) and 25 hours (for
audio) for the ARCHOS 705.
If it does not hold this charge, try the
following:
1. Make sure you have the latest
firmware on your device (see Updating
the firmware in our full manual).
2. Charge your battery fully.
You must wait until the green “CHG”
light starts blinking to be sure it is fully
charged. This can take up to 6 hours
using the USB cable or more if you use
the product during the recharge.
Note 1: Video files in very high quality
(for example MPEG 2 files) will access
the hard drive more often and deplete
the battery faster than videos of lower
quality.
Note 2: Using the additional accessories
(DVR Travel Adapter, Battery Dock and
Mini Dock) will allow you to charge your
device quicker.
For more information, refer to our
accessories page.
If you are still having problems with
your battery, please contact our
Technical Support to determine and
correct any batteries issues.
When the battery is completely discharged, how long do I need to
charge it?
It can take up to 6 hours using the
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supplied USB cable to fully charge your
device.
Note: Charging time will increase if you
use the product during the recharge.
If it takes significantly more than 6
hours to charge your battery, it may be
damaged.
Please contact our Technical Support.
Using the additional accessories (DVR
Travel Adapter, Battery Dock and Mini
Dock) allows you to charge your device
quicker.
For more information, refer to our
accessories page.
The battery seems to be fully charged since the battery icon shows ‘full’
but the "CHG" indicator LED does not blink.
If your indicator LED is not blinking, it
means that your battery is not fully
charged.
You must wait until the green "CHG"
light blinks to be sure the battery is
fully charged.
The battery icon does not indicate the
level of charge while it is charging. The
flashing lightning just indicates it is
charging.
Music
Which music file formats are supported?
- MP3
- WAV
- WMA and protected WMA
If you buy the optional software plug-
ins, more formats can be read by the
ARCHOS such as:
- AAC
- AC3
These plug-ins are downloadable here
from our Website.
When I synchronize music files through Windows Media Player, the
tracks are not displayed into the Music Library categories (artists,
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titles…) but only in the internal memory.
Your music files may not be tagged,
which means they do not contain any
data about artists, titles or song names.
As a result, the files cannot be classified
in the Music library categories.
To force the ARCHOS to refresh the
Music Library:
1. Go to Menu > Settings > System >
and change the USB mode "Windows
Media Device" to "Hard Drive".
2. Select “Update the ARCLibrary” (as
the button is now enabled). This will
recreate your Music (and Photo) library.
When I synchronize music files from Windows Media Player, error
messages are displayed.
There can be different reasons:
• Some file types (example ".ogg") will
not be converted for playback with
Windows Media Player.
You will need to find a third party
software to convert them to a suitable
format such as ".avi" or ".wmv" for
videos or ".wav" or ".mp3" for audio.
• If the license date of a protected file is
expired, you could also get an error
message.
Once a license expires, you cannot do
anything with it.
• You can also get an error if the file
you are trying to synchronize was on a
network that is no longer connected or
on an external hard drive that is no
longer connected to the computer.
How can I create a playlist directly on my ARCHOS?
To create a playlist (see also Creating a
new playlist in the full manual), proceed
as follows:
1. From the home screen, go into the
Music browser.
2. Do not choose "Playlist" (this is the
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list of all the playlists you have already
made) but just select MENU > Show
Playlist.
A playlist panel will automatically open
on the right where you can start adding
songs to create your new playlist.
3. In the left panel, locate the song you
want to add to your playlist by selecting
one of the Music Library items.
Select the desired track twice. It will be
inserted in the right panel and added to
your new playlist.
4. Repeat this operation for each track
you want to add to your playlist.
5. When you have finished creating
your new playlist, switch to the right
panel (press the tab button or tap on
that side of the screen).
Select MENU and choose "Save as" to
give a name to your playlist.
Can I create a playlist and transfer it from Windows Media player to my
ARCHOS?
Yes, you can create a playlist and
transfer it directly to your ARCHOS if
you use Windows Media Player 10 or
higher.
Refer to Windows Media Player Help on
how to create a playlist.
Once your playlist has been created on
Windows Media Player, proceed as
follows to transfer your Playlist onto
your ARCHOS:
1. Make sure you have the most recent
firmware running on your device (see
Updating the firmware) in our full
manual).
2. Make sure your ARCHOS is in
'Windows Media Device' mode (default
mode).
To check this, go to Menu > System >
USB preference and make sure
"Windows Media Device" is selected.
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3. Connect your ARCHOS to your
computer and select "Enable USB".
You should see "Windows Media
Device" displayed in the Windows
Explorer screen.
Note: If your device automatically
switches to 'Hard Drive', this means
that your Windows Media Player doesn’t
recognize your ARCHOS as a Windows
Media Device as you don’t have the
required version (Windows Media Player
10 or higher).
4. Select the "Sync" tab, choose your
Playlist to synchronize and click on
"Start Sync".
When your synchronization is over,
disconnect your ARCHOS device.
5. To view and play your playlist, open
the Music icon from the home screen of
your ARCHOS.
Go into the Music Library and select
"Playlist".
DVR Station & DVR Travel Adapter
How can I schedule TV recordings?
There are two ways to schedule
recordings.
With the TV Program Guide:
1. Download the ARCHOS TV Program
Guide:
- directly on your ARCHOS if it is
connected to a WiFi network,
- or with ARCHOSlink software if you
don't have a WiFi connection.
2. Select the TV show you want to
record on the TV Program Guide.
3. Place the ARCHOS onto the DVR
Station.
It will turn your TV box tuner on and
record your TV show at the appropriate
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