Transferring DVD's to Archos 5: Would anyone be able to direct me to a good web site and/or be able to recommend the best and easiest to use software?
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Try dvdfab you can try it for 30 days just select dvd to mobile and choices of mobile devices are shown. then select either the zune device or the pvp, either works good on archos. Usually after you've selected a device it starts to set everything up for you. Just make sure you uncheck english in the subpicture area, that should be on your right you don't need that to be checked. With this program you need to download the dvd onto your computer then drag and drop it into the video folder on the archos. If you go to that folder you'll see the type of video is acceptable such as wmv, wma or avi to name a few. If you look up your archos info that will tell you too. If you haven't received help by now I hope this helps you. Remember if you don't want the movies on your computer permanently you can always delete after dragging and dropping into you archos video folder. The time for the movie to your computer depends on your computer, however 2-1.2 hours or a little over that is usually the norm. If you've found something easier please feel free to share.
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I used Dr. DivX. free download. need to also download DivX7, free. converts video files to .divx worked on my philips dvd portable. saved the file to usb thumb drive/flash drive.
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as far as I know the VRDMC6 has an SD card slot and from it you can make the transfer to DVD.
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what you can do is buy a dvr snap on for around 30-60 dollars this will plug into the back of your dvd player (or any other device with a video and audio out) and will record the video onto the Archos. Each video will take up about a gig but with 250 gigs on the archos i have no problem with that. The only problem is is that you have to wait until the movie is over for it to be done which means each movie will take 2 hours to download. the snap on also works with DISH/DirectTV
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use free software IMGBurn - just need to learn a bit but it's the best and it can write to dual layer [i use imgburn to specifically write dual layer single sided DVDs[DVD9]Nero is crappy if you use substandard discs but imgburn is the best - only your writer needs to be perfect to get the job done rest leave it to imgburn
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Yes, I just received my 705 today and downloaded no problem from a VIP 622. I used the USB cable included with the 705. 1. Download and install plugin. 2. Make sure Archos is in Windows Media Player mode (DRM enabled) and not hard disk mode 3. Connect devices together via USB cables (I used the front USB port behind the door) 4. Follow onscreen prompt to use USB device. 5. Select Archos 705 from list on left 6. Select "Send to device" to get to show listing Notes: HBO and Cinemax recordings cannot be transfered due to some stupid copy-protection Dish turned on. They have a note up on their site about it. I have Cinemax and Showtime - Showtime works, Cinemax doesn't. Idiots. This is one BIG point against it which is making me second-guess the purchase since Dish integration was my primary reason to buy it. Shows can be batch transferred (thank god) SD only "at this time" according to the popup. No HD recordings. Shows are listed in recorded order (no folders)
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Take them to a video transfer store and have them convert to video files on DVD. Or if you have a desktop PC, buy a firewire PCI E card.
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That depends on how you want to do it. If you want to watch a dvd with a player and record it to the archos while watching then you will need the docking station. If you want to convert the dvd to .mp4 or wmv then transfer it to the archos then you don't need the docking station. I use xilisoft dvd ripper platinum, but it costs $45 bucks. There is free software than can do this, but it is difficult to use and much slower. I can rip a dvd and put it on my psp in about 35 minutes (this depends on your pc). When I get my 705 it will be the about the same or a little slower since it is hard drive and not flash. However, I can only store 4 gb on my psp and it is way lower res and screen size then the 705.
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I also need help here. I just bought a DCR-DVD108 and I use apple. I can't figure out how to import the video.
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Not without knowing more than just "I can't...convert my DVDs." People can't provide help when they don't even know what they're trying to help you with. Please be more specific in what step of the process you're having problems with and what you're trying and what's happening when you try it, as well as anything else that could be helpful information to anyone attempting to assist you.
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I got mine today and it is cool, but some unhappy surprises. I mainly got this for the kids to be able to watch DVD's in the car. However, the DVD plugin doesn't work very well. After several hours of using a 3rd party transfer program I was able to put Ratatouille on the unit and the first chapter doesn't play with sound even though it plays on my PC. The Archos web site says to use Windows Media Player to convert, but it doesn't convert according to MS. My take on Archos is it is a very screwed up company. I had to call tech support 3 times with such problems as I was unable to download plugins after purchase. I got a page not found. Their web site is not friendly with MS Explorer so use Firefox when you register or purchase from the store. The web browser is cool and I am able to watch video from web sites which makes it very neat. I ordered the television attachment so I can transfer my DVD's that way. I just wish they included all this stuff instead of nickle and diming its customers.
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It's probably not essential. But you can download the upgrade CD disc image and burn a CDR or CDRW. Then just drop the disc in the tray and follow the instructions. I recently did this to a Venturer HD-DVD, using the latest A3 firmware, and survived.
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You have several options for this, here are the two I know will work:- Get DVD ripping software for your PC or Mac, and rip some DVDs and transfer them manually to the pad. I use the MP4 format and they play fine on the Skypad Alpha (thought the battery life issue is a problem). Note, while the laws on this are fuzzy, it is generally accepted that you CAN make copies of DVDs you own for your personal use. - Go through the process of installing the Market on the Skypad and rent/buy them through the Android Market
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I don't know if you'll ever see this reply but it's worth getting the word out anyway. I recently purchased the new Small Wonder combo kit from TigerDirect.com. RCA has put out this DVD burner/Small Wonder camera combo package that is PERFECT for what you are asking about. The camera docks right onto the DVD burner, which connects to a t.v., and the videos will transfer directly into the DVD burner! It's so cool and easy. Plus, the DVD burner acts a stand-alone DVD player AND it will take inputs from other transmission sources (video camera, t.v. tuner, etc). This is a great product and a great value! Thrilled Small Wonder User
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i would like to add a question:could it be possible to install an ebook reader application on the archos 7 to reader ebooks. a program like Microsoft reader of its equivalent?
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I have done it, but it requires special software. Just Google "VHS to DVD software" and you should find some options that suit your needs.
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Download all your DVDs to your laptop or a program on your desktop computer and create a library then transfer them to a jumpdrive or thumbdrive and take them with you..Keep in mind that this process is a bit time consuming but you will be pleased with the end result