Archos AV-500 Pocket Video Recorder

BH #ARAV50030 • MFR #500679
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Archos AV-500 Pocket Video Recorder
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Archos 500679 Overview

The perfect traveling companion, the Archos AV-500 Pocket Video Recorder boasts a 30GB disk for all your digital media needs. It is able to record and play back regular TV as well as DVD movies, VHS, and cable/satellite video. Able to play back any movie in MPEG-4 SP format, act as a portable digital music player and much more including digital image storage and viewing, the AV-500 is great for those who want to carry around all their digital entertainment without the hassle of lugging around a laptop.

The AV-500 also features a built-in USB host adapter for easily downloading your images from your digital camera, data storage capability, a multifunction remote control and a voice recorder for making notes on all your digital media. With lots of A/V inputs and outputs, you can connect the AV-500 to any TV or audio/video device for playback and recording. Wow your friends with photo slideshows or impress your boss with a video presentation easily with the AV-500.

A step above its predecessors, the AV-500 has better connectivity, longer battery life, and more features.

30GB Capacity
Its large drive allows you to store thousands of media files, such as movies, recorded TV programs, music, pictures and more.
TV/VCR/DVD/Cable/Satellite Recording
With the included TV Docking Pod, it can record from any connected source including DVD, TV, Satellite and even digital camcorders. Bring and watch your TV and movies wherever you go. You can even schedule the AV-500 to find and record the programs that interest you.
Video Playback
Playing back MPEG-4 SP video in DVD quality with CD stereo sound, it is like having a home theater that fits in your hand.
MP3 Music Player
Store, manage and play all your favorite digital tunes in MP3, WMA, and WAV format.
Voice Recorder
Recording notes, lectures, or reminders is as easy as pressing the record button and talking into the built-in microphone.
Photo Wallet
Whether showing a slide show of personal pictures to your friends or doing a business presentation, it is perfect for storing and displaying digital images. You can transfer photos easily via the built-in USB host connection.
4.0" Color LCD Monitor
The clear, high-quality, color LCD makes it easy to navigate and enjoy your personal media files.
PC Autosync
It will automatically find your digital entertainment files stored on your computer and ask you if you want to transfer them to your player. It also works seamlessly with online services that offer downloadable music and videos.
Data Storage
You can back up your system and store important data with it, which acts as an external drive.
Optional Mini-Cam
With the optional mini-cam, you can capture up to 12 hours of video. This accessory is perfect for recording sports performances as it attaches easily to your gear.
Remote Control
It includes a multifunction remote control for added ease of use.

Archos 500679 Specs

Performance
Capacity
30GB
Expansion Slot
No
Battery Life
Picture/Movie Playback - 4.5 Hours
Music Playback - 15 hours
LCD
4.0" color LCD display
480 x 272 pixels
Player/Recorder
Video
Recording: MPEG-4 SP
Playback: MPEG-4 SP, AVI, WMV9
Audio
MP3, MP3 VBR/CBR, WMA, WAV
Photo Viewer
Yes, JPEG (except progressives), BMP
Convenience
Voice Recorder
Yes (WAV)
FM Tuner
No
FM Recording
No
Data Storage
Yes
Digital Card Slot
No
Built-In Speaker
Yes
Connectors
Computer Interface
USB 2.0
A/V Inputs
A/V Input (Cradle), S-Video
A/V Outputs
Composite Video/Earphone/Line-out Jack
Built-in microphone and speaker
A/V Output (Cradle)
Other Ports
DC Input
IR Receiver/Emitter
Power
AC
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Battery
Removable rechargeable Li-Ion battery
Charger
Via AC adapter
General
System Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows ME/2000/XP
Processor: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz
CD-ROM Drive
Connection Type: USB Port
Memory: 64MB (128MB recommended)

Mac
OS: OS X (v10.2.4)
CD-ROM Drive
Connection Type: USB Port
Memory: 64MB (128MB recommended)
Video System
NTSC/PAL
Upgradeable Firmware
Yes
Size (WxHxD)
4.9 x 3.0 x 0.7" (12.4 x 7.6 x 1.8cm)
Weight
9.0 oz (255 g)
Warranty
1-Year limited

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