Archos 604 30GB Portable Media Player (Refurbished)

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The buttons were very easy to familiarize. I like the dual method of going thru the files. The picture quality is amazing. the built in speaker could be a little louder, but for being battery operated, I'm impressed. The battery lasts a good long while too. You can't use itunes format files, so you have to convert them or rip them again. Unfortunately, it isn't "all inclusive" so if you want to watch DVDs you have to download the codec for it (at least its available). also the TV connector (also sold seperate) is something I'm willing to put money into as it can play AND record shows from the TV. (Can we say DVR?). Over all, I think it is worth the money. the only negative thing I can say about it is if you load too many videos the thumbnails get stuck loading and you have to literally take out the battery. Though there is another way to view the videos without seeing the thumbnails, it sure is annoying.

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the first Archos i purchased broke on the first day. yeah....it was used......but i still didnt expect it to break on the first day. Overstock was very quick with sending me a new package. the second one i got worked great. after i picked up the ac adapter (so i could charge it through an electrical socket) and some skull candy earplugs...i was ready to go. i take it to work with me to watch movies and listen to music. so far so good. note: i wouldnt recommend it for a Mp3 Rookie.

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I had my Archos 604 for less than a week. I used it TWICE. On the 3rd time that I powered it up, there was this ominous message that there was a system error, and would I like to perform a repair, do nothing, or reformat the disk? I tried all 3 options, none did a thing. I can't turn off the unit now, I have to remove the battery to reset it to get it to turn off. My PC does not see the unit. I have since done more research on the Archos 604 and have found that this Recovery Code 2 error is quite prevalent as a reported issue throughout the Internet. The only "support" I've seen so far on the topic is the request to update the firmware. Well, duh, I can't update the firmware because my PC does not see the unit. I have been trying to get through to Archos Tech Support for several days now (it is still under warranty), but to no avail. On the surface, this looks like a GREAT unit, and I'll admit it was really great, when it was working! Now I'm just a little ticked off that it's not when it's brand new. Hopefully Archos can get this issue resolved. If not, I'll never buy another one. Buyer, beware.

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Nice unit. Picure quality good. However sound is low -- even with headphones. Interface is a bit clunky to use. Too many button clicks to do what you want to do. If you want to move your DVDs onto this unit to take on an airplane or tape TV shows, BEWARE! They don't tell you that you will need to spend an additional $100 to do it!!!!

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I looked at various options when looking for the MP3 player and was leaning towards a Zune because I have always been happy with microsoft products. The Archos was the second option I had narrowed my decision down to and I have to say selecting the Archos 604 was the best decision I made. The Archos has the impressive lcd display and is very easy to navigate after playing around with it a bit. Being a guy I obviously avoid the instruction manual and was able to navigate pretty quickly. After using both the Zune, Ipod and the Archos it is like night and day. The only down fall to the Archos is the built in speaker lacks the volume and sound quality and it is more difficult to find various accessories. Unlike the Apple products which are advertised and can even be picked up in gas stations now I think, the Archos has limited places that seem to have accessories for them.

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