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Archos 604

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Manufacturer's Specs

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Manufacturer's Specs

  • Capacity:
    30 GB Hard Drive to store up to 40 movies , 300 000 photos or 15000 songs
  • Display:
    4.3" TFT (480X272 pixels) 16/9, over 16 million colors
  • Video playback ** :
    MPEG-4 (ASP@L5 AVI, up to DVD resolution) WMV (MP@ML, up to DVD resolution). With optional software plug-ins: -  H.264 up to DVD resolution and AAC sound. -  MPEG-2 MP@ML up to 10 Mbps (up to DVD resolution) and AC3 stereo sound.
  • Audio playback ** :
    Stereo MP3 decoding @ 30-320 Kbits/s CBR & VBR, WMA, Protected WMA, WAV (PCM/ADPCM). With optional software plug-ins: - AAC music files - AC3 stereo sound files
  • Photo viewer *** :
    JPEG, BMP, PNG Transfer directly your photos from a digital camera with the optional Docking adapter
  • PDF viewer:
    Reads PDF documents. May not implement all PDF features;
  • Video recording :
    Via the optional DVR Station: record in MPEG-4 SP with ADPCM stereo sound, resolution VGA (640x480) @ 30 or 25 f/s, in AVI format.
  • Audio recording:
    Voice recording through the built-in Microphone Via the optional DVR travel adapter or DVR Station: stereo line-in, WAV (IMA ADPCM or PCM) format.
  • Interfaces:
    USB 2.0 High-Speed Device (compatible USB 1.1): Mass Storage class (MSC) and Media Transport Protocol (MTP). USB 2.0 Host : Mass Storage class (MSC) and Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) (with optional docking adapter).
  • Connections:
    WiFi (802.11 g.) connection (Opera Browser for web browsing). 3.5 mm stereo headphone mini-jack and TV output (AV cable sold separately). Dedicated connectors to connect optional adapters and DVR station.

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The Archos 604 is said to be one of the best quality devices ever created. This media player has a fabulous display screen, making video viewing more exciting. Archos provides you with a wider screen for video viewing. The wider screen gives you the ability to view videos at different angles with better quality. The problem is however, the unit has a control-outmoded system. You can fit the unit comfortably inside your breast pocket. The unit supports the top audio/video Plays-for-sure. You have the top of the line quality in audio. The player gives you the advantage of recording video and audio from other sources as well. It really is feature packed.

Like other units, this unit offers you the WiFi features, allowing you to connect to the Internet. You can use the device to check emails, listen to music or watch videos anywhere you choose. The unit has a 30GIG drive that permits you to save your movies. You can save over 80 films, thousands of pictures and songs on the drive without a problem. The unit is one of the better choices sold today. You have a style sleek enough to make the player worth checking into. With an elegant design, this unit looks good to all. The screen is bright and the device fits in your pocket. The downside is the unit has an interface that distresses users, and the quality of output for video is on the low end. Further the price scares most people away. You do not get with your purchase a carry case or kickstand either. Nor does the unit offer an equalizer. Overall, the Archos 604 is a portable multimedia system that offers versatile features. With the larger storage space, better quality video and audio, you can carry the device anywhere you like.

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  • Touch screen The ARCHOS 604 WiFi features a large, 4.3-inch color touch screen LCD that allows you to navigate through menus easily with a stylus or even a fingertip.
  • WiFi The integrated 802.11…
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  1. Archos 604

    Reviewer: Tech
    24 May 2007
    Overall 8
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    It doesn't have a digital tuner, but if you've got Sky, cable or Freeview it's an interesting alternative to a standard PVR Read more

  2. Reviewer: pcadvisor.co.uk
    16 February 2007
    Overall 8
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    This Archos Wi-Fi is a good all-round media player, combining excellent sound and visual quality with the ability to access the internet and email. Featuring a sturdy build and easy navigation, it excels in practicality, performance and portability. Read more

  3. Archos 604 digital music player

    Reviewer: Vnunet
    24 January 2007
    Overall 8
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    The Archos 604 is one of the most feature-packed PMPs on the market, just expect to pay for all these treats. Read more

  4. A feature packed portable multimedia player

    Reviewer: Pocket Lint
    10 November 2006
    Overall 9
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    The drawbacks to the DVR Station when compared to conventional DVRs shouldn’t detract from the capabilities device as a whole. As a portable multimedia player it truly is excellent, and with the DV Station you have a great way to both record video to the device and watch encoded movies on your TV. If you’re in the market to buy an MP3 or portable video player you’re unlikely to find one as svelte and stylish as this, or, with the optional accessories on offer, as vers... Read more

  5. Reviewer: IT Reviews
    08 November 2006

    The Archos 604 is every multimedia user's dream, both if used as a portable player or as a DVR with the optional extras. It's the closest we've seen to a flawless product for some time and it's even very reasonably priced. There's nothing more to say other than go out and buy one, and do it now. Read more

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  1. It's one of the best - but has the odd flaw

    Reviewer: DJColzz "DJ MacDonald", Amazon
    20 November 2007
    Overall 8
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    I bought this primarily for playing music. 30gb is more than enough for music, but I also have ten different films on there along with all my music and have 10gb still to use up. However, on further investigation it actually only spots you 27gb, because of system files and when you get back down to your last 4gb out of that, it don't like to store anymore, so basically you have 23-24gb of actual storage, however if you convert film files as below, you can get storage ... Read more

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Latest Forum Threads

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    Hi there, I would recommend that you consider a player such as the Archos 504 or Archos 604 for your requirements - both these players have TV Out (for displaying images/movies) with the optional docking cradles.

    forum.advancedmp3players.co.uk: 14 December 2006 Read more

  2. USB Charging question

    Hi, I am planning on purchasing an Ibui Blue. I would normally charge via USB, but would like the option to watch a movie while charging. I orginally looked at the Cowon A2, but it seemed that this was not an option on that unit. The Archos 604 can do it I believe, but the battery life is much lower than the ibui, hence why I am leaning towards this device. I'd appreciate any help you can provide so that I make the right purchasing decision. Thanks.

    forum.advancedmp3players.co.uk: 17 January 2007 Read more

  3. **The Official Archos Thread**

    I've got the predecessor, Wi-Fi Archos 604, and when travelling, it's indispensable - went away at the weekend, and managed to catch up with Sarah Connor Chronicles/Brotherhood/Office web-surfing is a bit of a waste of time, and if I chose again, probably wouldn't get the Wi-Fi version as the scree...

    forum.thedvdforums.co.uk: 25 February 2008 Read more

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    ...that it records from a camcorder in MPEG-4 format upto VGA resolution (640 x 480). I am obviously wanting to edit and watch my video on TV, so from this can you give me some idea of the quality I can expect? Thanks again for any suggestions you can make. Archos 604 30GB Digital Media Player The ARCHOS 604 is the perfect companion for people on the move: its hard drive capacity allows you to store up to 130 hours of video encoded with a PC, the equivalent of 85 movies. Play them on the built-in 4.3" LCD color screen o...

    forum.simplydv.co.uk: 12 November 2007 Read more

  5. iubi blues

    Hello everyone, Happy New Year. I've not been following these posts for sometime as the AMP3 team kindly accepted my return of the iubi and issued a credit note for the full purchase price. In replacement I purchased an Archos 604 wifi. It is excellent and does (and plays and connects to - at 480mbps) eveything claimed in the adverts. Together with a touch screen and web browser it is perfect for my needs. It is made of aluminum, tough and at last has an easy to use gui. I would rec...

    forum.advancedmp3players.co.uk: 15 January 2007 Read more

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