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Archos 504 - 40GB Portable Multimedia Player | 
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| Brand: Archos
Category: CE
This item is no longer available
Rating:  13 reviews
Media: Electronics
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 7.2 x 2.8
MPN: Archos 504 40GB
Model: Archos 504 40GB
UPC: 690590508668
EAN: 0690590508668
Release Date: August 29, 2006
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| Features:
| • | 40GB | | • | Reads all standard video formats in full DVD resol | | • | DVD-quality video playback on TV with optional DVR | | • | Records directly from TV in high-quality MPEG-4 wi | | • | Bright 4.3in LCD with 16 million colours |
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Product Description
The ARCHOS 504 is the PMP with the biggest storage capacities ofthe Gen 4 range. Available in 80 and 160GB* versions The ARCHOS504 can store up to 4505 movies and its bright and luminous 16/9screen brings you the best portable video experience. Watc
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| Customer Reviews: Read 8 more reviews...
 Great Overall December 26, 2006
Phil S (England)
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
The device worked straight away (well I had to charge it) and was so easy to use that I didn't bother with the instructions. I've already got a dvd ripper on my computer and that saves it in .avi format that works without the need for all the extra plugins. The plug ins are a bit of a rip off and should be included with the product that I payed for.
Anyway, very easy, fairly compact, brilliant sound, picture and build quility, can't fault the product but the plug ins are bad. If your going to buy one I would recomend that you get the 80gb one like I got or the 120gb one becouse I filled up over 40gb with all my stuff and i'm bound to get more that will want to go on. If you have your films in .avi format thats good, but if not get some software that will save it in that, plus anouther note, .mpeg to .avi converters files don't work on the 504 if thats a problem for you.
Overall, buy the product but don't think that the price your paying to get it is the overall price, add in all the extras aswell, dvr station, plug ins, screen protectors / cases and what not.
Easily the best on the market if this is your price range April 14, 2007
browser
16 out of 17 found this review helpful
I spend hours and hours researching what bit of kit to buy and after much deliberation I can confirm that this is the best sub 400 portable media player on the market. Love it.
Pro's: Screen is big enough and high res enough to comfortably watch a feature length film on. That's got to be the number one priority. Storage wise, the 40 or 160 GB options available on amazon still make this a better buy than the 604. I've put mine through lots of use and it hasn't let me down once. No freezing or rebooting, it's as reliable as my fridge (I downloaded the latest firmware from day one which might have helped that). You can read pdf's on it as well so if you're stuck in an airport you can alternate your episodes of 24 or Lost by catching up with all those interesting papers you come across at work but never have the time to read them.
Cons: No tactile / relief on any of the keys plus no luminous markings so very difficult to use in the dark. Menus are a bit quirky; creating a playlist is a real pain. Nothing that makes you want to throw it out the window though.
Workarounds: Buy a mains USB Charger and a cigar lighter USB charger (around [...] each) to keep the battery topped up while you're away from your PC. Download the optional codecs from day one ... add their price into your purchasing decision as you'll only be putting off the inevitable.
Summary: Plenty of storage, high res large screen and reliable. That's my big three and this gets 5 stars for being top notch in all of those.
GRRREAT October 29, 2006
Pirate (Devon, UK)
24 out of 28 found this review helpful
I got the 160GB version of this one,
Great, Picture quality.
Great, Music Play back.
Great, DVD play back.
This is a must have bit of kit, it's small enough to be truly portable but has a big enough screen to watch your DVD's or to show off you photos.
PROS: small, great quality viewing, great quality listening, Can Record your DVD's, Long battery life, Easy to use.
CONS: Mono speaker (but comes with earphones, a must)
Overall, if your in to MP3's, DVD's and Digital Photography, GET THIS you wont be disappointed.
WOW!!!!!!! December 26, 2006
Ricky jones (England,Bristol)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Im 14 and just recived this amazing gift with a video ipod and the dvr station and i am totally amazed.
but one thing is to use a pc to transfer DVD's u got to spend around another 40 but since i had the dvr station there was no need for these plug in's.
well off now to watch my lovely device but please if u do get this get the dvr station as well since it is faster to put a dvd onto this device and you can also record VHS and cable/satalite and only for about the same price as the plug in's.
Dont tell everyone but.......... December 30, 2006
Amanda Fillingham (Wigan)
10 out of 14 found this review helpful
Having bought the Archos 504 i was anxious about its ability ability to show ripped dvd's. Well my anxiety was unfounded as with the little help of some easily downloaded software it makes this quality machine into technological secret.
Why is every one scrambling to buy ipods and other mp3 players when for not much more you can have all that and much much more.
I transfered dvd onto the player easily and the quality of picture wonderful. You can then use the stored films pictures etc on other out put ie tvs etc making this a truley portable machine.
If you are in 2 minds whether to buy one or not as you are unsure of its capabilites, buy it it wont let you down, but keep the secret to your selves.
If you
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