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MP3 player Archos 18b Vision

The Archos 18b Vision is a compact and lightweight MP3 player, ideal for music lovers on the go. Weighing only 28 g and measuring 85 x 40 x 8.5 mm, it easily fits into a pocket or bag.

Equipped with 8 Go of flash memory, this player allows you to store a large amount of audio files in various formats such as MP3, APE, FLAC, and WAV. It also supports video playback with formats like AVI and MPEG4, providing you with a complete multimedia experience.

The Archos 18b Vision features a built-in equalizer to adjust audio frequencies according to your preferences, ensuring an optimal sound experience. Its battery allows for approximately 18.5 hours of continuous audio playback, ensuring you can enjoy your favorite tracks without interruption.

Connectivity is facilitated by a USB 2.0 port, allowing for fast data transfer. Although the product does not offer FM radio, it remains a practical choice for listening to music and voice recordings thanks to its built-in microphone.

With its 1.8 inches TFT screen and a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels, the Archos 18b Vision ensures satisfactory display quality. Its black color gives it a modern and sleek look, making this player a great companion for your musical adventures.

Manuals of product 18b Vision

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Editorial note

The Archos 18b Vision MP3 player has several advantages, including its 8 GB storage capacity, which allows for a considerable amount of audio and video files, as well as a built-in equalizer that offers the possibility to adjust frequencies for a personalized sound experience. Additionally, its built-in microphone ensures clear audio capture, facilitating voice recordings and calls. The 18.5-hour battery life is also a strong point, allowing for uninterrupted music enjoyment over long periods. Its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to carry on a daily basis. However, the product has some notable drawbacks. The lack of FM radio functionality may disappoint users wanting to listen to live radio stations. Furthermore, the 8 GB storage capacity could quickly prove insufficient for those with a large music library or who wish to store videos. The 1.8-inch screen with a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels may seem too small and low in detail, especially for video playback. Finally, the absence of advanced features such as Bluetooth limits connectivity options, making it difficult to use wireless headphones or share music with other devices. In summary, while the Archos 18b Vision offers a satisfying audio experience and good battery life, its lack of advanced features and limitations in storage space and connectivity may dampen the enthusiasm of some users.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is satisfactory thanks to the built-in equalizer and microphone, but the lack of FM radio and advanced features like Bluetooth may disappoint some users.

Performance

The performance is adequate for audio playback, but the 8 GB storage capacity can quickly become insufficient for users with a large music library.

Battery life

The impressive audio playback battery life of 18.5 hours allows for uninterrupted enjoyment of music for long periods.

Design

The design is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry, but it may seem basic compared to more attractive competing models.

Features

Despite useful features like the equalizer and microphone, the lack of Bluetooth and an FM radio limits the product's appeal.

Usability

The use of the product is generally intuitive, but the small screen size can detract from a pleasant visual experience, especially for video playback.


Advantages

8 GB storage for multimedia files

Built-in equalizer for personalized sound

Clear microphone for recordings and calls

18.5 hours of playback time

Lightweight design of 28 g, easy to carry

Disadvantages

No FM radio function

Limited storage of 8 GB

Screen too small and low detail

No Bluetooth for connectivity

Basic design compared to competitors

Technical Specifications 18b Vision

General Information

Storage support

  • Compatible memory cards
    -
  • Multimedia player type
    Flash memory
  • Total storage capacity
    8 GB

Audio

  • Equalizer
    Yes

File formats

  • Supported audio formats
    APE
  • Supported video format
    FLAC
  • Supported image formats
    MP3
  • WAV
  • AVI
  • MPEG4
  • BMP
  • JPG

Recording mode

  • Voice recording
    Yes
  • Voice recording
    Yes

Headphones/Earphones

  • Headset connection
    -

Radio

  • FM Radio
    Yes
  • FM band
    87.5 - 108 MHz

Connectivity

  • Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports
    1

Screen

  • Touch screen
    -
  • Screen
    TFT
  • Screen resolution
    128 x 160 pixels
  • Screen size
    1.8

Other features

  • Compatible operating systems
    Windows
  • USB cable
    Mac
  • Linux
  • Yes

Design

  • Product color
    Black

Power

  • Streaming audio playback
    18.5 h

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    28 g
  • Depth
    8.5 mm
  • Height
    85 mm
  • Width
    40 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for the wireless transmission of data between electronic devices via radio waves. The range of exchanges between these devices can reach up to ten meters in most cases.
What is the weight of the Archos 18b Vision?
The Archos 18b Vision weighs 28 g.
What is the screen size of the Archos 18b Vision?
The screen of the Archos 18b Vision measures 1.8 inches.
What is the height of the Archos 18b Vision?
The height of the Archos 18b Vision is 85 mm.
What is the resolution of the screen of the Archos 18b Vision?
The screen of the Archos 18b Vision has a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels.
What is the width of the Archos 18b Vision?
The Archos 18b Vision is 40 mm wide.
What is the depth of the Archos 18b Vision?
The depth of the Archos 18b Vision is 8.5 mm.
Is the manual for the Archos 18b Vision available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Archos 18b Vision is available in French.

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Presentation of product 18b Vision specifications from brand Archos

General Information

The Archos 18b Vision is an MP3 player from the brand Archos, known for its innovation and quality in the field of electronic devices. This model, identified by the reference 18b Vision | 21155, is designed to offer optimal performance and a smooth user experience.

Storage Support

This media player uses flash memory, capable of reading a variety of audio and video formats, thus enriching your multimedia experience. With a storage capacity of 8 GB, it allows you to keep a reasonable amount of files, although this may quickly become limited for users with a vast music library.

Audio

The Archos 18b Vision is equipped with a built-in equalizer, allowing you to adjust sound frequencies for a personalized and enjoyable listening experience.

File Formats

This model supports several audio formats, including APE, FLAC, MP3, and WAV, ensuring extensive compatibility. For video, it supports AVI and MPEG4 formats, while for images, BMP and JPG formats are supported, ensuring satisfactory display quality.

Recording Mode

The Archos 18b Vision features a built-in microphone, allowing for quality audio capture, ideal for voice recordings and calls. It also offers a voice recording function, ensuring good sound quality.

Headphones/Earphones

This player is designed to be compatible with many audio devices, although details regarding the connection are not specified.

Radio

Unfortunately, the Archos 18b Vision does not have the FM radio feature, thus limiting the listening of live stations, although it can pick up a wide range of frequencies in the 87.5 to 108 MHz band.

Connectivity

The player is equipped with a USB 2.0 port, facilitating a quick connection for data transfer to other devices.

Screen

Featuring a TFT screen of 1.8 inches with a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels, it offers decent image quality, although some users may find it too small for an enriching visual experience.

Other Features

Compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 operating systems, it ensures smooth usage. The included USB cable also allows for easy connection and data transfer.

Design

The design of the Archos 18b Vision comes in a Black shade, giving it a modern and sleek look.

Power

With a battery life of 18.5 hours during audio playback, this model allows you to enjoy your music without interruption for long periods.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing only 28 g, it is lightweight and easy to carry. Its dimensions are 85 mm in height, 40 mm in width, and 8.5 mm in depth, making it a compact device, ideal for daily use.