For series MID7015-4G EN Coby® Kyros™ Internet Tablet Quick Start Guide.................................................
ÂÂ Table of Contents English Thank You...................................................................................................................................... 4 Package Contents.......................................................................................................................................................... 4 Features..........................................................................................................................................................
Connecting to the Internet................................................................................................... 21 Browsing the Web...................................................................................................................... 24 Managing Applications......................................................................................................... 27 Optional Connections..............................................................................................
ÂÂ Thank You English Congratulations on your purchase of a Coby® Kyros™ Internet Tablet. This guide is provided to help you get started quickly with your player; please read it carefully and save it for future reference. For detailed instructions, up-to-date information, and helpful tips, please visit the Coby website at www.cobyusa.com. The manual is available for download from the Coby website as a PDF file.
Browse the web, watch videos on YouTube, check e-mail, and more on a generous 7.0” LCD screen Intuitive touchscreen controls powered by Android OS * Requires optional HDMI cable (Type A-to-Type C). 1080p HD video playback requires a video file encoded at 1080p. Streaming video quality will be affected by the source, and the quality and condition of your network connection. ** Reading books in the ePub format requires the included Aldiko E-book reader application.
ÂÂ Getting to Know the MID7015 English Unit at a Glance Name Description 1 Stylus Use the tip of the stylus to make precise selections on the touchscreen. 2 Home key Press to return to the home screen. Press and hold to view a list of recently used applications; touch an application in the list to launch it. 3 Menu key Press to view the option menu. 1 2 3 Note: When you press the Menu key from within an application, you will see the options for that application.
Description Reset key Press to reset the tablet if it freezes or otherwise behaves abnormally. (Use a paperclip or other small object to gently press this key.
English Name Description 7 USB 2.0 Hispeed port Connect to a computer to transfer data (e.g., music, videos, photos, files) 8 HDMI jack (mini Type C) Connect to a TV or other display. 9 Headphone jack Audio output connection for headphones. Note: Speaker output is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the player. 10 microSD card slot Load external microSD memory cards here. 11 Power jack (DC input) Charge and power the MID7015 with the included power adapter.
Using the Stylus Your tablet comes equipped with an easy-to-use touchscreen which allows access to the tablet’s functions. Use your finger tip (or a stylus) to touch the area of the screen where a control icon is displayed. If you touch and hold the screen, it will register as a continuous button press. A stylus is included for your convenience. You can use the tip of the stylus to make precise selections on the touchscreen.
Some on-screen items have an alternate action if you touch and hold it (e.g., opening an alternate menu, or to activate the drag function). To touch and hold an item, touch the item and do not lift your fingertip/stylus until the action occurs. Drag: Drag an on-screen item to change its position (e.g., an application icon on the home screen).
Charging the Tablet The tablet contains a sensor that will automatically change the orientation of most screens as you rotate the tablet. The sensor works best when the tablet is rotated perpendicular to the ground (i.e., when the tablet is held upright and not flat on its back). The tablet comes with a built-in rechargeable lithiumpolymer battery. Before using the tablet, the battery should be charged fully. The Status Indicator will light green when the battery is charged fully.
Inserting a Memory Card To release and remove a memory card: The tablet accepts microSD memory cards. Insert a memory card into the microSD card slot to: 1. UNMOUNT the memory card. English Increase the memory capacity of your tablet a. From the home screen, press the Menu key, and then touch Settings to show the settings menu. Play media files stored on the memory card (e.g., music, video, or photo files). b. Touch SD card & device storage to show the SD card & device storage settings.
Turning the Tablet On and Off To turn the tablet on: 2. Touch Power off on the screen. A confirmation message will appear. Press and hold the Power key until the LCD screen turns on. Wait until the Home screen appears; the tablet is now ready for use. To turn the tablet off: 1. Press and hold the Power key until the Device Options menu appears. 3. Touch OK to turn off the tablet.
English Turning the Screen On and Off (Standby) Unlocking the Screen When the tablet is on, you can turn off the screen to conserve battery power. Simply press the Power key once to turn the screen off. Press the Power key again to turn the screen back on. When the screen turns off, you will have to unlock the screen when you turn it back on. To unlock the screen, drag the lock icon across the screen towards the speaker icon.
Home Screen at a Glance The home screen is the starting point for all of the features of your tablet. 1 2 3 4 5 Page 15 Getting Started English If a password has been set, enter the password to finish unlocking the screen. The Screen Unlock password can be set in the Location and security settings menu.
1 Description Notification bar Shows notification icons such as new messages and alarms; drag the bar down to the bottom of the screen to open the full Notifications panel. The right side of the bar also shows status information such as the time, battery level, and network signal strength. 4 Note: You can press the Menu key and then touch Notifications to open the full Notifications panel from the Home screen. 5 English Name 2 Volume controls Touch “–“ to decrease the volume level.
Preinstalled Applications To open an application, touch the application icon on the home screen or in the Launcher. Some applications have been installed on your tablet for your convenience. These applications include: Launcher screen: English About Applications Browse the web. Check your e-mail. Alarm Clock View the current time, or set an alarm. View photos and play videos. Play music. The screen shown above is for illusrative purposes only.
Download and read thousands of ebooks. Supports the ePub standard. About Menus There are two types of menus used by the tablet. 1. English Browse for, download, and install applications from the AppsLib store. Option menus. Option menus contain items related to the current screen or application. To view an option menu, press the Menu key. You can also download an install additional applications from AppsLib, the web browser, or other sources.
2. Context menus. A context menu will appear. English Context menus contain items related to a specific item on the screen. To view a context menu, touch and hold an item on the screen. Touch & hold All pictures. Not all items have a context menu; if a menu does not exist, nothing will happen if you touch and hold the item.
English About Notifications 1. The icons that appear in the Notification bar at the top of the screen alerts you when new messages arrive or alarms or other application events occur. Touch a notification in the list; the Notifications panel will close and the application associated with the notification will launch. View and respond to the notifications by opening the full Notifications panel. 2.
This tablet can utilize Wi-Fi data networks to connect to the Internet. Wireless Wi-Fi technology can provide Internet access at distances of over 300 feet; however, this distance can be affected by your surrounding environment and Wi-Fi router. Requirements In order to connect to the Internet, you will need the following: 1. A wireless router or access point with a broadband Internet connection The wireless router must support Wi-Fi 802.11b/g connections. If the router supports 802.
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network The Notification bar displays icons that indicate your tablet’s Wi-Fi status. e. Make sure that the Wi-Fi option box is checked: Touch Wi-Fi. English Notification that an open Wi-Fi network is in range. Connected to a Wi-Fi network (waves indicate connection strength). [no icon] There are no Wi-Fi networks in range, or the Wi-Fi radio is off. 1. Turn on the Wi-Fi radio if it is not already on. To turn on Wi-Fi: a. Go to the Home screen: Press the Home key. b.
In the same Wi-Fi settings menu above, touch a network in the list. If the network is open, the tablet will prompt you to confim connection to the network. Touch Connect to confirm. If the network is secured (as indicated by a Lock icon), the tablet will prompt you to enter a password or other credentials. Touch the Wireless password box to show the on-screen keyboard and then use it to enter the password. Touch Connect to confirm.
ÂÂ Browsing the Web English The Browser application lets you visit webpages and find information on the web. Keep up with the news, your friends, or enjoy video from YouTube™, the world’s most popular video-sharing community. To use Browser, the tablet must be connected to the Internet. Read the section “Connecting to the Internet” to learn how to connect to the Internet. 2 1 To open Browser, touch the Browser icon on the Home screen or in the Launcher.
To go to a webpage. 1. Touch the Address bar at the top of the Browser screen. The keyboard will open automatically. (If the Address bar is not visible, drag the page down to return to the top of the Browser screen.) 2. Use the keyboard to enter the address (URL) of the webpage (e.g., m.youtube.com. To bookmark a webpage. Bookmark your favorite webpages in order to visit them quickly without entering a URL. 1.
English 4. If desired, you can modify the name of the bookmark or its location (URL address). Otherwise, touch OK to finish adding the bookmark. To open a new browser window. 1. Press the Menu key to show the Browser options. 2. Touch New Window to open a new browser window. To switch between browser windows. To go to a bookmarked webpage. 1. Touch the Bookmark icon to the right of the Address bar. 2. Touch a bookmark tile to open it. Page 26 1. Press the Menu key to show the Browser options.
ÂÂ Managing Applications English Downloading and installing new applications to your tablet can extend its functionality in many ways. You can download and install applications from the included AppsLib store. To open the AppsLib store: 1. Touch the Launcher icon. 2. Touch the AppsLib icon. When installing an application, it will tell you what functions of the phone it needs to control and if it needs access to your data.
You can learn more about AppsLib, and browse applications by visiting their website at www.appslib.com. English Some developers allow you to download and install applications directly from their website. Support for third-party applications is provided by the respective application developer. Coby is not responsible for the behavior of these applications; please review the description and terms of use provided by third-party developers carefully before installing applications on your tablet.
5. Touch Uninstall. The tablet will prompt you to confirm. English 4. Touch the name of the application you want to uninstall; the Application Info screen will open. 6. Touch OK to uninstall the application.
ÂÂ Optional Connections English Connecting to a Computer Connect the tablet to a computer to transfer files. 1. Connect your tablet to the computer. 2. When your tablet is connected, a USB icon will appear in the Notification bar. Drag the Notification bar down to open the notifications panel. With the included USB cable: Plug the small end of the cable into the USB 2.0 Hispeed connector of the tablet. Plug the large end of the cable into an available USB 2.0 Hi-speed port on the computer.
Connecting to a TV Touch USB connected (Internal) to mount the tablet’s built-in storage, then touch Mount when prompted to confirm. When mounted, you can copy files to/from your computer to it. Connect to a TV to enjoy your tablet from the comfort of your living room. An HDMI cable (Type A-to-Type C) is required to connect the tablet to a TV. If a memory card is installed, touch USB connected (External) to mount the card, then touch Mount when prompted to confirm.
4. Touch HDMI Setting, and then touch a resolution option that matches the display capabilities of the TV: English a. Choose 1920 x 1080p 60Hz if your TV is capable of displaying 1080p video. b. Choose 1280 x 720p 60Hz if your TV is capable of displaying 720p or 1080i video. Connecting Headphones Connect a pair of headphones (or earphones) to the tablet to enjoy media in private.
Open the system settings menu to adjust how the tablet looks and functions. Many applications will have their own settings; refer to the documentation provided by the application developer to learn more. The settings are grouped by category. Touch a category to open and adjust its settings. Please refer to the manual for a description of the items in the Settings menu. To open the Settings menu: 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu key. 2. Touch Settings to open the Settings menu.
ÂÂ Specifications English Please visit www.cobyusa.com for the latest product information. Design, specifications, and manual are subject to change without notice. Processor ARM1176™ (800 MHz) RAM 256 MB DDR2 Storage 4 GB flash built-in microSD card slot (max. 16GB supported) Display Additional Features Built-in microphone Operating System Android™ 2.1 Power Rechargeable Li-poly battery Built-in speaker Power Adapter (DC 5V, 2A) 7.
If you have a problem with this device, please check our website at www.cobyusa.com for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and product updates. If these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact Technical Support. Coby Electronics Technical Support Email techsupport@cobyusa.com Web www.cobyusa.
ÂÂ Safety Notices English For Customer Use: Enter below the serial number that is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
FCC Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Important Safety Instructions 1. English 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed.
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