Archos FM Radio and Remote Control Add-on for AV400 Pocket Video Recorder

Features of Archos FM

• Compact FM radio/remote control add-on for Archos AV400 pocket video recorder

• Plays FM radio and digitally records programs on AV400's spacious hard drive

• Retro-record buffer archives last 30 seconds of playback before recording starts

• Controls AV400's fast-forward and rewind and play and pause and skip and and volume functions

• Requires no batteries; measures 2.7 by 1 by 0.5 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

The Archos AV400 pocket video recorder can do many things, but one thing it can't do is play and record FM radio. At least, it couldn't before the handy Archos radio/remote add-on came along. The compact device, which measures a mere 2.7 by 1 by 0.5 inches (W x H x D), plugs directly into the AV400, where it receives the entire FM frequency and broadcasts it through the stereo headphone jack. But playback is just the beginning. The device also takes advantage of the AV400's spacious hard drive to digitally record your favorite FM songs or programs. Users can literally record thousands of hours of music, public radio programs, and other broadcasts for later listening. The radio also takes a page from the Tivo handbook by offering a 30-second retro-record buffer. Thanks to the digital delay, a listener can hit record a half-minute after a song starts and still archive the entire thing. No more missing the first few notes of a favorite tune because you were asleep at the switch. And when the song is over, you can edit out any unwanted passages, such as the last few notes of the previous song. The AV400 records its audio files in WAV format--a simple, easy-to-manipulate file type. Users can also record memos through the radio, as it features a built-in microphone ideal for archiving meetings, song ideas, and more. And when you're not playing DJ, you can instead use the device to fast-forward, rewind, play, pause, skip, and adjust the volume of your AV400. The remote function is similar to the thumb remotes of many portable CD players, and is a handy feature when exercising, for instance. Additional features include a small built-in clip for securing the device to your clothing, an easy-to-read LCD screen with backlighting, and a straightforward tuning knob with six buttons. The radio/remote is also battery-free, drawing its power from the AV400 itself. As with all Archos products, it's covered by a one-year warranty. What's in the Box Radio/remote with clip, user's manual.

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Archos FM Customer Review(s):

Summary: Reply to other poster
Rating: 4 (out of 5)
Comment: The reason you might need this is because the Gmini 400 does not come with the remote. The 400 is a great unit, but I will refrain from covering here since this is about the remote.

The remote is great, but severely lacking in one feature: you can not turn the unit on with the remote. You can turn it off, but not on. This flaw keeps me from giving it the 5 stars it otherwise deserves. I hate having to fish my 400 out of my pocket just to power it up when the remote is handy.

Other than that, the display is great, and the various knobs perform multiple functions, giving you a ton of control. I also like the layout and the varying feel of the different functions, which allows me to DJ without looking at the unit.

It works for several Archos models and there is a manual for the remote downloadable from Archos' website. It is a great read if you are on the fence about purchasing this accessory.
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Summary: Its OK . . .
Rating: 3 (out of 5)
Comment: I think its still worth buying, but there's only one line. The thing shows only one line. The song name doesn't scroll, there's not timing information on the current playing media, and the controls can be difficult. Its still worth the convenience of leaving the player in your bag. And the lighted buttons are cool.
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Summary: Why pay for when it is FREE
Rating: 1 (out of 5)
Comment: Can't imagine people are actually buying this unit when it comes free with the AV420 purchased thru Walmart.com.
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