GAMEPAD 2 - Handheld game console ARCHOS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Portable game console
Brand	ARCHOS
Model	GAMEPAD 2
Operating system	Android
Display	7-inch touchscreen
Processor	Quad-core 1.5 GHz
RAM	1 GB
Internal storage	8 GB
Connectivity	WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, micro-USB, mini-HDMI, audio jack
Power supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 5V/2A charger included
Dimensions (approx.)	250 x 100 x 20 mm
Weight (approx.)	300 g
Main functions	Gaming with physical buttons (L/R, A/B/X/Y, analog sticks), virtual button mapping, Android touchscreen, access to Google Play Store
Care and cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive products. Avoid moisture.
Security	Screen lock by pattern, PIN code, or password. Factory reset possible.
Spare parts and repairability	Charger and USB cable included. No official spare parts listed.
General information	Hybrid console combining a game controller and an Android tablet. Allows playing Android games with physical controls.

Frequently Asked Questions - GAMEPAD 2 ARCHOS

How to charge the battery of the ARCHOS GAMEPAD 2?

Use the provided charger and connect it to the micro-USB port. The charging indicator lights up. For the first charge, let the battery charge completely. If the device is completely discharged, let it charge for at least 10 minutes before turning it on.

How to connect the GAMEPAD 2 to a WiFi network?

Tap the Time and Battery icons in the status bar, then pull down to open the status panel. Enable WiFi by sliding the switch to 'ON'. Select your WiFi network and enter the password if necessary. Check 'Show password' to verify your input.

How to use the ARCHOS mapping tool to associate physical buttons with virtual keys?

Launch a game, then tap the ARCHOS mapping tool icon in the system bar. Drag a mapping button (Button, Stick, or Target) onto the desired virtual button. Select the corresponding physical button. Confirm by pressing 'Play PLAY' to save the configuration.

What to do if the device becomes unresponsive?

Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 10 seconds to force a restart. If the screen remains black, plug in the charger and wait a few minutes before trying again.

How to reset the GAMEPAD 2 to factory settings?

Turn off the device. Press and hold the Volume+ button, then press ON/OFF. In the recovery menu, use the volume buttons to navigate and ON/OFF to confirm. Select 'Wipe data/factory reset', then 'Yes -- delete all user data', and finally 'Reboot system now'.

How to extend battery life?

Reduce screen brightness and disable WiFi or Bluetooth connections when not in use. Close background applications with the System Monitor app.

How to delete a mapping configuration for a game?

Open the ARCHOS mapping tool, select the delete icon (trash) on the mapping button you want to remove. To clear an entire game configuration, use the 'Clear' option in the tool and confirm.

How to change the home screen wallpaper?

Press and hold on an empty area of the home screen until a menu appears. Choose 'Wallpapers' and select the desired image from the available options.

How to lock the screen of the GAMEPAD 2 with a code?

Go to Settings via the status bar, then select 'Security' > 'Screen lock'. Choose the lock type (pattern, PIN code, or password) and follow the on-screen instructions.

What to do if WiFi reception is too weak?

Move away from obstacles and closer to the WiFi router. Check that you are not too far away. Update the software via archos.com/support. Reset WiFi settings in Network settings. If the problem persists, contact your internet service provider.

USER MANUAL GAMEPAD 2 ARCHOS

Package Contents. 2 Getting started. 3 Description of the device. 4 Connecting to a WiFi network.. 6 ARCHOS mapping tool. 8 The AndroidTM interface. 14 Getting familiar with Android TM 18 Troubleshooting 20

For more information, please consult the FAQs of your product on www.archos.com.

Make sure to read them before considering any product return.

Package Contents

ARCHOS GAMEPAD 2

QSG booklet

Warranty, legal & safety booklet

USB cable

Charger

2

Getting Started

Charging

1. Charge your device by plugging your power cable into the micro-USB port. The GamePad will start charging.
2. Press the Power button to turn on the device.

The charging indicator light is on when the battery is charging.

• You can use your GamePad whilst it charges.
• Let your device charge completely the first time you use it.
• Use only the supplied charger.

When your device is completely decharged, you need to charge it for at least 10 minutes before the charging battery icon can be displayed.

TIPS:

To receive more complete service, please register your product.

From a computer, go to www.archos.com/register.

Description of the GamePad

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1 Micro-USB port ② Headphone jack ③ Mini-HDMI video output* (4) Microphone Volume buttons Charging indicator ON/OFF button L1 button 9 L2 button 10 Camera

11 R2 button 12 R1 button 13 Directional pad Y 14 A, B, Y, X buttons 15 Analog sticks 16 SELECT button 17 START button 18 Loudspeakers 19 Micro-SD card slot

• With optional Mini-HDMI to HDMI cable.

Connecting to a WiFi Network

CAUTION: Make sure that you are in a WiFi zone.

① Touch and hold the time & battery icons to reveal the status bar. A blue line is displayed.

② Pull the blue line down to display the status dashboard.

③ Touch "WiFi off" in the status dashboard. The WiFi page will be displayed.

④ Slide the WiFi switch to "ON" position.

The GamePad will scan for WiFi networks in range. Touch the name of the network you want to connect to.

Private networks are shown with a lock icon and will require you to enter your password.

TIPS:

• When entering a WiFi password, we recommend that you select "Show password" so you can see the characters you are typing. To get the correct WiFi password (or settings) for the network, contact the WiFi network provider. If your WiFi is on and you are in range of a network that you previously connected to, your GamePad will automatically attempt to connect to it.
• To keep your WiFi connection ON when the device is on sleep, select the Menu icon in the "WiFi" page. Then, select Advanced > Keep WiFi on during sleep > Always.

ARCHOS mapping tool

ARCHOS mapping tool is an application installed in your GamePad. It allows you to link the virtual controls of games to the physical controls of the GamePad by using mapping controls.

Tip 1:

Within ARCHOS mapping tool, there are already mapping profiles for over 100 games. Also, many games function automatically with physical buttons.

Tip 2:

Whenever you launch a game whose virtual controls are mapped, the right mapping profile will automatically be selected.

Starting ARCHOS mapping tool

1. Launch a game. When you reach the starting screen, the virtual controls are displayed.
2. Select the ARCHOS mapping tool icon from the system bar.

ARCHOS mapping tool icon

The mapping overlay is displayed with the mapping tool interface.

ARCHOS mapping tool interface

ARCHOS mapping tool

Positioning a mapping control

Hold and drag a type of mapping control to the desired virtual button.

There are three types of mapping control

Button

It is for the directional pad

, , , , the X, Y, B, A, buttons and the L1, R1, L2, R2, Start, Select buttons.

Stick

It is for the analog directional sticks.

Target

It is for analog stick targeting. It is placed normally in the central area of the screen on shooting games.

Linking a mapping control to a physical control

1. When a mapping control is placed on a virtual control, you are asked to select the desired physical control you want to associate with it.

1. Once a physical control is associated to the mapping control, the name of the physical control is displayed on the mapping control.

ARCHOS mapping tool

Enlarging a mapping control

Some virtual controls are larger than the mapping controls. Enlarge the mapping control so that it is tailored to the virtual control.

1. Resize with right analog stick.
2. Press button A when done

You can only enlarge the mapping controls Stick and Target.

Saving your parameters

When you have mapped the virtual controls of a game, select "Play" to validate.

The profile is saved and associated with that game.

The mapping overlay disappears and you can play.

Whenever you start the game, you are informed that the emulation of virtual controls is running. Each mapping is specific to a game.

Press the notification to display the mapping profile of the game. You can either modify it, or delete it.

Q&A about the mapping

You placed a mapping control on a virtual control but no option is available?

1. Tap the mapping control. A menu box is displayed.
2. Select the icon to set up the mapping control. You want to remove a mapping control that you set?
3. Tap the mapping control. A menu box is displayed.
4. Select the × icon to remove the mapping control. You want to remove a mapping profile set for a game?
5. In the interface of the Game, select the mapping tool icon.
6. From ARCHOS mapping tool, select "Clear".
7. Select "OK" to confirm.

Displaying options

Removing a mapping profile

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

The Android™ Interface

GoogleTM Search > Touch "Google" for text search or touch the microphone icon for voice search. ② AndroidTM apps shortcuts > Touch to start an application. 3 Permanent Android™ apps shortcuts > Touch to start an application. Back button, Home button, Recent apps buttons. 7 Archos mapping tool icon. 8 All Apps button > Touch this icon to show all the applications and widgets installed on your ARCHOS. All your downloaded applications are here. The status bar > Displays notifications and quick settings.

The Android™ Interface

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The Quick settings

1 Current user(1) 2 To adjust the screen brightness. 3 To access all your settings. 4 To turn on/off your WiFi connection. 5 To activate/deactivate automatic screen orientation as you turn your ARCHOS. 6 Percentage of battery remaining 7 To turn on/off your Bluetooth connection. 8 To enable wireless display(2)

The Recent Apps

Opens a list of thumbnail images of apps you've worked with recently:

Touch: to open an app.

Hold down: to display options

Swipe up or down: to close an app.

Getting familiar with Android™

The extended home screen:

Navigate between different home screen panels by swiping left and right.

Moving a home screen item:

Touch and hold your finger onto it until the positioning gridlines appear, then slide it to the desired location, and release your finger.

Removing a home screen item:

Touch and hold it, slide your finger towards the top of the screen and drop it over the Remove icon.

Uninstalling an item:

From the All apps screens, touch and hold it, slide your finger towards the top of the screen and drop it over Uninstall bin.

Creating application folders:

Drop one app icon over another on a home screen and the two icons will be combined.

Widgets:

Touch the All Apps icon on your home screen. Touch Widgets at the top of the screen. From the main Widgets screen, you can move around widgets just as you do for app icons.

Changing your wallpaper:

Hold your finger on a home screen at an empty location, then choose from the list.

Locking the touchscreen:

In Settings, scroll down and touch security. Touch Screen lock. Touch the type of lock you would like to use. After you set a lock, a lock screen is displayed whenever your screen wakes up, requesting the pattern, PIN or other specified key.

Troubleshooting

If your device is frozen:

Press the ON/OFF button for 10 seconds.

If your device doesn't turn on:

1. Charge your device.
2. Press the ON/OFF button for 10 seconds.

If you want to extend the life of your battery:

Decrease the screen brightness and turn off the wireless connections if not in use.

If your device functioning is too slow:

Close all apps which are not currently used. Use the System Monitor app.

If your WiFi reception is too low:

Make sure you are not far from the WiFi hotspot.

Update the firmware of the device: http://www.archos.com/support.

Reset and redefine your connection parameters.

Contact your WiFi connection provider.

If you want to restore your product (forgotten password? erase all your settings?):

While holding Volume+, press the ON/OFF button to turn on the device.

The Android system recovery is displayed.

Use the Volume buttons to scroll and the ON/OFF button to validate.

Select "Wipe data/ factory reset" and validate.

Select "Yes -- delete all user data" and validate.

Select "Reboot system now" and validate.

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

The Android™ Interface

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

ARCHOS mapping tool. 68

The Android™ Interface 74

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

Android™ Interface

Google™ Search

Wi-Fi network connection

R1, L2, R2, Start, Select.

Stick

For

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

The Android™ Interface

Google™ Search

The button emulation will be canceled

Cancel

The Android™ Interface

ARCHOS mapping tool. 148

AndroidTM interface 154

AndroidTM interface. See p. 158

Troubleshooting. 160

For additional information, refer to the FAQ section and the user guide for your device on the website www.archos.com. Be sure to read them before requesting a return of the product.

Package contents

ARCHOS GAMEPAD 2

Quick start guide, warranty, and safety instructions

USB cable

Charger

Getting started

Charging

There is a type of comparison tool

Button

This is a comparison tool

Intended for buttons

Cross button

Direction of movement of the joystick

X, Y, B, A, attack keys of joystick L1,

R1, L2, R2, Start, Select

Joystick

This tool

Comparison

Designed

For dialog

Joystick

Direction.

Left

This tool is compared

Designed for joystick

Attachment. Usually, in

The crosshairs are positioned

in the center of the screen.

Task: Linking a physical control device with a virtual control device

1. To associate a physical control device with a virtual control device, you must select the required physical control device that will be associated with the virtual one.

1. As soon as the link between the physical control device and the virtual control device is established, the name of the physical control device will immediately appear on the virtual

control device.

ARCHOS mapping tool

Scaling of control devices

The size of some virtual control devices is larger than the size of the control devices.

1. Change the size together with the right analog joystick. 2. Press the button to confirm.

Only the control devices "Joystick" and "Target" can be enlarged.

Saving parameters

After completing the association of physical and virtual control devices, select Play (Play) or press confirm. The profile will be saved and linked to that game.

Do you want to delete the association profile configured for this game?

If the device does not turn on:

1.3 Device setup.

1. Press the ON/OFF button and hold it for 10 seconds.

If the device is completely discharged

Charge the device for at least 10 minutes before it turns on.

If you want to extend the battery life:

Reduce the screen brightness and turn off wireless connections if they are not used.

If the device is functioning too slowly:

Close all applications that are not currently in use. Use the System monitor application.

If the Wi-Fi signal is too weak:

Make sure you are not too far from the Wi-Fi access point.

Update the device's built-in firmware:

http://www.archos.com/support.

Reset and re-enter the connection parameters.

Contact your Wi-Fi provider.

If you want to restore the factory settings (forgot password? erase all settings):

1. Press and hold the Power button to turn the device on/off. To restore the Android screen, use the volume buttons to navigate and press the Power button to confirm.
2. Select "Wipe data/ factory reset" and confirm.
3. Select "Yes -- delete all user data" and confirm.
4. Select "Reboot system now" and confirm.

National restrictions

This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:

Country	Restriction	Reason/remark
Bulgaria	None	General authorization required for outdoor use and public service
France	Outdoor use limited to 10 mW e.i.r.p. within the band 2454-2483.5 MHz	Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
Italy	None	If used outside of own premises, general authorization is required.
Luxembourg	None	General authorization required for network and service supply (not for spectrum)
Norway	Implemented	This subsection does not apply for the geographical aera within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund
Russian Federation	None	Only for indoor applications

Note: Frequency 2454-2483.5 MHz is restricted to indoor use in France.

Consult the declaration of conformity on http://www.archos.com/products/declaration_conformity.html

Open Source Software Offer

The software bundled with this product includes software files subject to certain open source license requirements. Such open source software files are subject solely to the terms of the relevant open source software license. Such open source software is provided on an "AS IS" basis to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

For the open source files contained herein, please access "Open source license" section located at: Settings\About tablet\Legal information on the device for the relevant copyright and licensing terms. You may obtain a copy of Apache License, Version 2.0 at http://www.apache.org/licenses/License-2.0. You may also obtain a copy of GNU General Public License, Version 2 at the Free Software Foundation, INC, 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301, USA.

Until the date that is three years after our last shipment of this product, you may obtain a copy of the source code corresponding to the binaries for any GPL-Licensed file by contacting ARCHOS customer service at http://www.archos.com and ARCHOS will send you a link to such source code or will provide instructions to get the source on a physical medium. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.