Difference between this Archos 705 and the 605 Model? I am wondering (for those that may know) what the exact differences between this Archos 705 model (160GB) and the Archos 605 model (160GB also) are?From what I have read, you still need the optional (and sold separately) DVR Dock for the DVR capability, and most likely most of the (also additional) optional plug-ins for extra/full features to be used, but what else is there and is it enough to make it worthwhile to buy the 705 model instead of the 605??? I would want the 160GB version no matter which model I went with.Thanks. Difference between this Archos 705 and the 605 Model? I am wondering (for those that may know) what the exact differences between this Archos 705 model (160GB) and the Archos 605 model (160GB also)... » Read More Difference between this Archos 705 and the 605 Model? I am wondering (for those that may know) what the exact differences between this Archos 705 model (160GB) and the Archos 605 model (160GB also) are?From what I have read, you still need the optional (and sold separately) DVR Dock for the DVR capability, and most likely most of the (also additional) optional plug-ins for extra/full features to be used, but what else is there and is it enough to make it worthwhile to buy the 705 model instead of the 605??? I would want the 160GB version no matter which model I went with.Thanks. « Show Less
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As mentioned by others, the differences are the screen size and the replaceable battery. As a 705 user, the big advantage of the larger screen is when you want to set the unit on a table, or hook it on the back of a car seat, and sit back and watch it. It is probably also an advantage as a Web browser (although I would not buy either unit if Web browsing is the priority - get a PC). However, if you mainly want to use it as a DVR and MP3 player, or a hand-held video viewer, the 605 may be a better choice.
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Other than screen size not much of a difference. The 705 has a 7 inch touch screen and a the 605 has a 4.3 inch touch screen ( basicly the same screen as found on a Sony PSP) so it really comes down to screen size vs portability.
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"and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON..."What are you talking about?!?! Maybe you had issues, but I never did at all, I took it out and charged the battery like you are supposed to, and then it worked perfectly afterwards and has ever since (just over a year now). I never heard of anyone else having this initial start-up issue, I was a regular on the Archos Fans forums and never saw multiple discussions on this (meaning it was *not* a big problem that lots of people were having). Don't try and tell people that *everyone* will have this issue happen to them, that is so not cool... "and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON..."What are you talking about?!?! Maybe you had issues, but I never did at all, I took it out and charged the battery like you are supposed to, and then it worked perfectly afterwards and has ever since (just over a year now). I never heard of anyone else having this initial start-up issue, I was a regular on the Archos Fans forums and never saw multiple discussions on this (meaning it was *not* a big problem that lots of people... » Read More "and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON..."What are you talking about?!?! Maybe you had issues, but I never did at all, I took it out and charged the battery like you are supposed to, and then it worked perfectly afterwards and has ever since (just over a year now). I never heard of anyone else having this initial start-up issue, I was a regular on the Archos Fans forums and never saw multiple discussions on this (meaning it was *not* a big problem that lots of people were having). Don't try and tell people that *everyone* will have this issue happen to them, that is so not cool... « Show Less
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Yep, bigger screen, and the 705 had no buttons on the face like the 605, but the 705 comes with a Sweet REMOTE, and it has MUTE ! Very nice.... luv the mute. I like the 705 better, I only use it for Dish network, and beware, Archos is all about selling software plug ins, so go to the archos website BEFORE you buy, and see how Much the plug in you want is gonna cost ya, Luckily for me the Dish "plug in" is free.... alot of the rest of the Device is locked out till you pay more Money ! and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON... Yep, bigger screen, and the 705 had no buttons on the face like the 605, but the 705 comes with a Sweet REMOTE, and it has MUTE ! Very nice.... luv the mute. I like the 705 better, I only use it for Dish network, and beware, Archos is all about selling software plug ins, so go to the archos website BEFORE you buy, and see how Much the plug in you want is gonna cost ya, Luckily for me the Dish "plug in" is free.... alot of the rest of the Device is locked out till you pay more Money ! and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and... » Read More Yep, bigger screen, and the 705 had no buttons on the face like the 605, but the 705 comes with a Sweet REMOTE, and it has MUTE ! Very nice.... luv the mute. I like the 705 better, I only use it for Dish network, and beware, Archos is all about selling software plug ins, so go to the archos website BEFORE you buy, and see how Much the plug in you want is gonna cost ya, Luckily for me the Dish "plug in" is free.... alot of the rest of the Device is locked out till you pay more Money ! and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON... « Show Less
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I think 705 also comes with a remote control (same as the one came with the DVR docking station), and 705 can connect output to TV without buying the docking station. If you go to archos site, it said that the 705 and stream from PC to device and TV, but the 605 can only stream to device.
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Yeah, those seem to be the major differences. The non-user-replaceable battery on the new View sucks though...that was one nice feature about the e200 series (as oposed to iPods) and seemed to make complete sense. I have had to use firmware update on my V1 e260 to recover from a crash and it was pretty seamless and I lost no data. V2, I believe, does not support the "recovery mode" firmware update. I have no idea what the parameters of the View are regarding this. Maybe it just never crashes! (not likely...) Other thing is the better stats on the microSD expansion slot...now up to 8 gigs (wow!) and using microSCHC. That's 16 gigs total without a hard-drive. Awesome! I have found, after some initial frustration and confusion with the expansion slot on my e260, that I just never put it in MSC (Mass Storage Class) mode and ALWAYS use it in MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) mode. I found moving files with Windows Explorer pretty glitchy in MSC mode. (Windows iExplorer would freeze up or get very strange-acting) Now, I just pull the microSD card, stick in into card reader on my computer (with the full-SD-size adapter) and add files like it was a pen drive. Perfect for podcasts which you switch in and out frequently and perfect for loading stuff for a trip. You could have a second card for you wife's/gf's music or podcasts as well and just swap it out without a Windows session. It DOES mean a much longer boot-up (really "refresh data" after the initial normal bootup...) but I think it's worth it for the flexibility of adding and deleting files so easily. You can always just remove the microSD and not deal with the "refresh-data" wait if you get sick of it. 8 gb of microSD would be nice though! Also, I'd like to hear some objective feedback regarding the sound quality of normal audio with the View as compared to the e280. Is is MUCH better? The e280 has become so inexpensive I may just go for that and wait out the View for another year or two.
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I am not using the HDD in question, I am using a Seagate SV35 1TB 7200RPM SATA 6-Gb/s NCQ 64MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Bare Drive for Video Surveillance ST1000VX000 in a security camera DVR. This system records 24/7 and I have not had any problems with it. Understand though that I am recording in 700 lines, not high definition. In addition, I am recording 8 cameras at the same time and still no problems. You should test to see if you find out why it is pixilating. Is it the connection to the unit, i.e. is it USB, HDMI etc.? Does it pixilate when recording in standard definition? You will also need to know the specs for a replacement drive from the manufacture as to drive speed, type, and maximum size. DVR are to use 24/7 if they are recording all the time. Also check to see if the system you are trying to connect the expander to will work with that expander. This information you need to get from the manufacture of the DVR. he reason I suggested testing and questioning is because I had a Brand new 55" TV that I was hooking up to a Home entertainment center that I could not get to work properly. I was finally directed by the manufacture to try the highest end HDMI cable. BANG, that was the problem, not the same but it does show that it can be a simple solution to an pain in the neck problem. Hope this helps.
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The Android version is the new version... and it's going to "phase out" the original version, I'm sure... once all the bugs in Android are worked out. The IMT is faster, from my limited observations (Android seems to require more system resources... no real surprise there... and it feels a bit more sluggish to me).Basically, the Archos 5 IMT is "last year's model." The Archos 5 IT is "next year's model." It's better as a "portable device" in almost every way... or it will be when the bugs in Android are all worked out, anyway. But it's more expensive as well, and I certainly didn't need the extra features enough to want to pay that much for them (even if the 300GB version was available... which it isn't yet). The Android version is the new version... and it's going to "phase out" the original version, I'm sure... once all the bugs in Android are worked out. The IMT is faster, from my limited observations (Android seems to require more system resources... no real surprise there... and it feels a bit more sluggish to me).Basically, the Archos 5 IMT is "last year's model." The Archos 5 IT is "next year's model." It's better as a "portable device" in almost every way... or it will be when the bugs in Android are all worked out, anyway. But it's... » Read More The Android version is the new version... and it's going to "phase out" the original version, I'm sure... once all the bugs in Android are worked out. The IMT is faster, from my limited observations (Android seems to require more system resources... no real surprise there... and it feels a bit more sluggish to me).Basically, the Archos 5 IMT is "last year's model." The Archos 5 IT is "next year's model." It's better as a "portable device" in almost every way... or it will be when the bugs in Android are all worked out, anyway. But it's more expensive as well, and I certainly didn't need the extra features enough to want to pay that much for them (even if the 300GB version was available... which it isn't yet). « Show Less
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The only listed difference between the two systems is that this one says it has dual NVIDIA GeForce GT750M cards, and the 59390951 model on the Lenovo website says it has dual NVIDIA GeForce GT755M. That's it. 750M versus 755M. That most likely means the cards are very, very similar, with the 755 being a slightly newer reproduction from the same line. Performance difference between the two is likely to negligible, especially when running them in a dual configuration. Also - the model on Amazon is selling for $100 less right now, and that is including the $400 coupon Lenovo says they are offering. (Base of 1599 minus 400 = 1199)
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Just make sure that your DVR has a eSATA hook up on it as well as a USB. On almost all of the DVR's I've seen or used. The eSATA hook up works best and fastest. The USB is OK but a lot of the newer dvr's must be hooked up by the eSATA only. And will only work by that particular hook up. So make sure yours have it. As for space on your dvr, almost any size will do, as you are adding an entire 2 tb . Unless you do an extraordinary large amount of recording all in HD. The 2tb will work fine with any size dvr you buy. But some have said that the 2tb slows the dvr playback down and makes it skip. I myself have not yet had this problem. Hope this answers some of your questions. Happy New Year. And enjoy your movie watching.
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DVR+32Gb sd card for storage. You might want to consider other product if you want to save yourself from defective products, crappy support . Just sharing my experience on two cameras I purchased.
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The advantages of the Archos are the greater storage and the DVR station, which allows you to surf or play the Archos through your TV or music system. On the other hand, the interface is a bit buggy.The Ipod has a much nicer interface, and is much less likely to crash than the Archos. It is also smaller and easier to carry around.Bottom line is the Archos is the only choice if you want the DVR station and to connect the device to your TV. If you are not interested in this, I would get the ipod.
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The manual is a generic one for all gen 5 archos devices (or at least certain ones) and as far as I know, the 705 is the only one that actually ships *with* the AC Adapter and the USB cord, and so other device owners have to charge via the USB or purchase the AC Adapter for extra $$... We bought a more expensive unit, we get the AC Adapter as all should get it (for free). I have 2 since I have the DVR station as well.
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okay, I read a little further and it sounds like another significant difference is that you can't play from the archos to an external TV with the travel DVR, but you can with the home DVR... sounds like you also have to pay extra for a power cord for the travel DVR ...crazy.
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I'll be able to do a direct comparison soon, as I've got a PX312 coming in, after purchasing the VN-302PC. The specs and features are very nearly clones of each other, but I've found that the Olympus lacks some rather basic abilities that the Sony covers, such as a means of moving files between the 5 folders for organization. Also, the files recorded on the internal memory can't be moved over to the external memory card through the recorder; though it's easy enough to do when connected to a PC. It shows up as two separate drives on the PC, and the files remain uniquely named whether recorded on internal or external memory, so it's a simple matter to just copy them over. (If they reused file numbers on int vs ext memory then there would be an added complication of renaming before copying). I'd rather that the file names included the timestamp, like some other recorders do, but neither of these do that. Record quality of the Olympus is fine, so if the Sony does just as well, the Sony has more comprehensive features. The file erase process is better on the Sony as well, because it plays back the recording you're about to erase for confirmation before recording. With the Olympus you have to stop the playback on the target file first and be careful that it didn't advance to the next file, and watch the screen for the sequence of prompts to follow through with the delete process. I think the Sony method for deleting is better because it can be initiated while the target file is playing, and the playback of the recording as confirmation has less potential for inadvertently deleting the wrong recording. I believe the Sony also retains the time for at least a minute during battery changes, while the Olympus loses an hour or two and needs to be reset. It's not very significant since the batteries last so long, but so far, all the pros have been on the Sony side. When I get the Sony in hand I'll see if it actually performs as well as the Olympus
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I'm not sure but I think 705 upconverts sources to 1080P, while 606 only to 1080i...if that's the case I'd go with 705...
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Sorry but I'm not know exactly the difference. I had this model and it works very well.
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I have an older Direct TV DVR (model HR-20-100S). Will this HD work for me? Also, can I make it the default HD, to avoid using the lousy internal HD in the Direct TV DVR? (I have had about 10 crash and burn on me over a 10 year period, and lost hundreds of recorded programs.I would pay extra if they had a reliable solid state HD as an option).
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You can do it indirectly by recording to your dvr and then transfering the files (in the right format) to the archos, otherwise you need the docking station to do it directly.
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The 605, just as the 705, passes through 1080p to your tv from whatever source you have. If you have 720p, it will only supply that. 1080p, it will pass through.
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I need help to I was all set to purchase the new Archos 605 WiFI it comes out on 9/1. Then I read about Creative Zen but haven't researched it enough yet or read reviews on it so I am undecided now till tomorrow. I will read all about Creative Zen and read different reviews then make my decision. I want to compare them both I may try that at Cnet. But I would like to know which one you ended up getting? I was all set on the 604 Wi Fi actually till I read the 605 comes out 9/1. Now I am unsure but I think I'll end up with Archos. Rose