Archos AV500 MP4 Player
July 7, 2008
Archos AV500 MP4 Player is the latest version of Digital Recorder and Player from the family of Archos, the world’s largest manufacturer of consumer electronics. This fine quality cute looking device that is capable of recording directly from your Television, DVD player, or satellite box has an excellent Storage Capacity of either 30GB that could store up to 130 hours of video or 85 movies 1, 15 000 songs 1, 300000 photos or 100GB 400 hours of video 1, 250 movies 1, 55,000 songs 1 or 1,000,000 photos 1 for your surprise. AV 500 could also transfer media files from your digital camera or television using the USB port.
Salient Features
This Device features a Digital audio and video player, digital audio recorder, digital photo viewer, external HDD function, a built-in compact flash reader and also a video capture from external source. It is a one-time setup with a TV cradle, and is so convenient. This remarkable device could record video content from an external source, say DVD, VCR or cable/satellite receiver using the TV cradle. You could also Schedule your recording using the integrated scheduler that could help you to record TV programs and movies for you. With the option of Yahoo’s My TV online service provided in the system you could access to Free viewing to choose what you wanted to record, aided by the process of downloading that program from online onto your device .
This little gadget AV500 is supported with PlaysForSure™ websites, so that with a minimum computer configuration of Windows® XP SP1 or higher operating system, Windows Media® Player 10 or higher, you may download and subscribe to your favourite video and music, that would automatically convert your Windows Media® Player 10 library content to one of the many compatible formats say MP3, WAV, WMA, MPEG-4, WMV and protected files like WMA and WMV 4 using the high-speed USB 2.0 port.
Video Player
This model is supported by MPEG-4 would help you to transfer both media files and record live video signals and is also supplied with a MPEG-4 translator to convert all other video formats into the system. Play back your favourite programs and media files on the 4" widescreen with a near DVD quality up to 720×480 @ 30 f/s (NTSC), 720×576 @ 25 f/s (PAL), AVI file format. WMV9 (including protected files) up to 352×288 @ 30 f/s, and 800 K Bit/s 4.AV 500 could also play Windows Media®, protected Windows Media® 4 and MPEG-4 6 video files. Added features of this device are that it offers slow motion and video editing. You could also adjust the screen size, or opt for a video book marking. Video Quality is so sharp and clear without any blurred image. AV 500 would also categorise your video content into recorded or transferred is and easily sorted by Archos excellent GUI that would aid you to locate files in an easy manner even if you have opted for 100GB storage capacity. You could also watch your videos for 5 hours continuously on a single full charging of the battery.
Music Player
The music player is supported with WAV (PCM or ADPCM format), WMA including DRM wrapped and MP3 offers audio recording application to record from any other source in stereo sound. Play back your audio with Stereo MP3 decoding @ 30-320 kb/s CBR & VBR and all those supported files. GUI in the system allows you to easily search for music easily without any trouble. Audio quality is classic. The battery could play music for around 15 hours on a single charge. Also assisted with a Built-in speaker, a Built-in microphone, and Stereo headphones, you could record notes easily.
Photo Viewer
Supported by JPEG (except progressives) or BMP still image formats, this pocket-sized device also acts as a digital photo viewer. You could transfer nearly three lakh to one million photos (depending on the storage capacity), directly from your digital camera or computer via in-built high speed USB 2.0 connector. Additionally you could also sort the photos and watch slideshows on the display screen or on any external display.
Secondary Hard Drive
Archos AV500 Silver MP4 Player is supplied with a high-speed USB 2.0 interface enabling you to copy, share, and move files directly from other storage devices by just dragging and dropping them much similar to a portable hard drive enabling you to store any computer files by simply connecting the USB Host Port to your computer or a digital camera or other device.
Package
Package includes USB 2.0 cable, USB host adapter, AC adapter & charger, stereo headphones, protective case, user guide, TV Cradle, remote control (with batteries), audio/video cables (SCART in and SCART out for European version).
Dimensions
Measuring about 5" x 3" x 1" (W x H x D) and weighing around 9 oz for 30 GB model and 4.9 x3 x 0.9 and 11.11 oz for 100GB model . Also f or 100GB model with optional super battery pack measures 15.16oz. Overall, this is a convenient and stylish gadget even for travelling and of course an ultimate hand-held DVR of this era.
Specifications of Archos AV500 Portable Digital Audio and Video Recorder
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Archos |
| Model | Archos AV 500 |
| Colours Available | Silver |
| Dimensions 30 GB model 100 GB model 100 GB model with optional super battery |
3 x 4.9 x 0.7 " 3 x 4.9 x 0.9 " 3 x 4.9 x 1.2" |
| Weight 30 GB model 100 GB model 100 GB model with optional super battery |
8.99 oz 11.11 oz 15.16 oz |
| Screen Size | 4" wide |
| Features | |
| Digital audio and video recording and play back | Yes |
| Digital Photo view and Slide Show | Yes |
| Recording using Integrated Scheduler | Yes |
| Supported with PlaysForSure websites Offers slow motion, video editing, video book marking |
Yes |
| GUI which makes locating files simple | Yes |
| Built-in speaker, a Built-in microphone and Stereo headphones | Yes |
| Similar to a secondary hard drive | Yes |
| Backlit LCD Display | 480×272 pixels, 262 000 colours |
| Storage Capacity | 30GB also available in 100GB |
| Battery Technology | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Battery Life | Up to 15 hours 5 for music Up to 4.5 hours 5 for video |
| Compatibility | Windows® XP SP1 or higher operating system, Windows Media® Player 10 or higher, |
| FM Tuner | No |
| Play Video | Yes |
| Photo Viewing | Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| Playback Quality Video |
Near DVD quality up to 720×480 @ 30 f/s (NTSC), 720×576 @ 25 f/s (PAL), AVI file format. WMV9 (including protected files) up to 352×288 @ 30 f/s, and 800 KBit/s 4. |
| Music | Stereo MP3 decoding @ 30-320 kb/s CBR & VBR, WMA (including protected WMA files), WAV (PCM & ADPCM). |
| Included Accessories | USB 2.0 cable, USB host adapter, AC adapter & charger, stereo headphones, protective case, user guide, TV Cradle, remote control (with batteries), audio/video cables (SCART in and SCART out for European version). |
Aigo E858 2GB MP4 Player
July 7, 2008
Aigo, the noted consumer brand from China presents an array of products in its category of Portable Media Players. The miniature devices Aigo presents are absolutely handheld and easy to carry around. The Aigo E858 MP4 Player is no deviation to this law.
General Features
Aigo’s amazingly small Digital Media Player, with the in-built rechargeable battery lets you play videos for about 4 hours, listen 5 hours to your favourite music, watch your Digital photographs, organise Slide Shows, and even allowing Digital Voice Recording and view your text files. This real piece comes with a warranty of 1 year for labour and parts.
Physical Features
White in colour , with a meagre weight of about 85g and measuring 15 x 20 x 10 cm, this sleek and stylish looking gadget is easy to handle and firm to hold.
Technical Features
Storage and Transfer of data from your p layer to PC is made easy through High speed USB 2.0 cable. Firmware Upgrade is also possible. Supported with MP4-AVI (DivX)-VOB-MPG-MPEG-MP3-WMA-OGG-and JPEG file formats for audio recording and photo viewing respectively
System Requirements to operate this gadget are Windows 98 or Windows ME or Windows 2000 or Windows XP or Mac OS X. Software Included CD-ROM containing drivers for 98SE and Video. This system is presented with Flash Memory Based MP3/4 Form Factor.
Other Features
Music Playback
This is a device for the music lovers who are on the go. Wherever you are your Aigo 858 could accompany you with your favourite music. This system is supported with MP3, WMA and OGG file formats with bit rate of 64Kbps for MP3 and 32Kbps -128Kbps for WMA and 32Kbps - 320Kbps for OGG formats.
With a Signal to Noise Ratio of 78dB, the audio is classic. Provided is a Headphone too for convenience. To enhance the facilities offered with the Audio Player you have Customised EQ like Classic, Normal , Rock, Rap, and the list goes on. You also enjoy 3 different Play modes say Normal , Repeat Track and Repeat All and of course included is the option to Repeat One or All. Track Search and Play list option are included for easier pick up of your songs or albums. This is also supported with ID3 Tag in different languages. There is provision for Adjustable Recording Sampling Rate that ranges from 32k (Hz) 64 Kbps.
Display
Display Type is of EL backlit LCD with about 16M colours. Display Size of 128×32 on a screen size of 1.8” aids clarity of the image. This system is compatible with most of the video file formats.
Photo View
Aigo E858 2GB MP4 Player could do much higher than any other Media Player. The Digital photo frame supplied with this miniature device lets you watch Digital Photos even organizing a Slide Show on Ultra high quality screen. Chances are provided to browse your photos and select them. This system is supported by JPEG Video File Formats.
Storage Capacity
Though it does not provide an expandable memory, the system is presented with Flash Type Built-In Memory that has the capacity of 2GB to record, store and watch movies and pictures. Transfer and record your text files, and of course store any other data.
Battery
Provided is a Built-in Lithium-ion Battery that provides a Battery Life for a maximum of 5 hours imagining around 4 hours for video playback and 5.5 hours music. You can switch off the LCD screen to prolong your battery power.
Included Accessories
Earphones, Audio Video out Cable, USB lead, Starter Guide, CD-ROM containing drivers for 98 SE and Video, an AC Adapter, etc
Specifications of Aigo E858 MP4 Player
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aigo |
| Model | Aigo E858 |
| Dimensions | 15 x 20 x 10 (W x D x H) cm |
| Weight | 85g |
| Screen Size | 1.8" wide |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Features | |
| Play and Record music | Yes |
| Video Playback | Yes |
| Digital Photo view and Slide Show | Yes |
| Easy transfer of files from your PC | Yes |
| Storage Capacity | 2GB |
| Battery Technology | Rechargeable Lithium Ion Batteries |
| Quality Signal to Noise Ratio | 78 dB |
| Video resolution | 128×32 pixels |
| Backlit LCD Display | Yes |
| Compatibility | Windows Media® Player, WMA, WAV, , MP3, MPEG-4, and WMV |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| connections | Earphones. Audio and Video line Out (TV output ). |
| Built-in microphone | No |
| FM Tuner | No |
| Play Video | Yes |
| Photo Viewing | Yes |
| Id3 tag | Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| Battery Life | 5.5 hours for music 4 hours for video |
| Included Accessories | USB cables and adapter, Audio/Video cords and adaptor , ear phones , starter guide |
