Coby Communications MID7055 Mobile Internet Device User Manual Manual Part 2
Coby Communications Ltd. Mobile Internet Device Manual Part 2
Contents
- 1. Manual addendum
- 2. Manual Part 1
- 3. Manual Part 2
Manual Part 2
Page 22 Connecting To The Internet
English
Connect to a Wi-Fi network
The Notication bar displays icons that indicate your
tablet’s Wi-Fi status.
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:
Touch the Home icon.
b. Open the Launcher screen:
Touch the Launcher Tab, then touch Settings.
c. Open the Wireless & networks menu:
Touch WIRELESS & NETWORKS.
d. Open the Wi-Fi settings menu:
Touch WiFi.
e. Make sure that the Wi-Fi option box is setted to
ON: Touch and slide the block right to enable
the Wi-Fi connection.
When Wi-Fi is on, the tablet will look for and display a list
of available Wi-Fi networks.
If a network that you have connected to previ-
ously is found, the tablet will connect to it.
If you don’t see your network in the list, you
can force the tablet to re-scan. To scan for net-
works, tap the SCAN icon that located on the
top right corner of the screen.
2. Select an available Wi-Fi network to connect to:
In the same Wi-Fi settings menu above, touch a network
in the list.
Connecting To The Internet Page 23
English
If the network is open, the tablet will prompt you to
conrm connection to the network. Touch Connect to
conrm.
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 conrm.
When you have successfully connected to a Wi-Fi
network, the Notications bar at the bottom of the screen
will show a Wi-Fi signal indicator.
To learn about how to add a Wi-Fi network when
it is not in range or when the router is set to ob-
scure the network name (SSID); or to congure
advanced Wi-Fi options, please refer to the man-
ual.
Page 24 Browsing The Web
English
ÂBrowsing the Web
The Browser application lets you visit webpages and nd 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.
To open Browser, touch the Browser icon on the Home
screen or in the Launcher.
1
2
435
Name Description
1 Address bar Displays the address (URL) of the
current page. Touch the bar to
enter a new address or to search
the web.
2Goto Bookmarks
icon
Touch to view bookmarks, to view
your most visited sites, or to view
your browser history.
3Search icon Touch to search with Google
browser.
4Add Bookmark
icon
Touch to add bookmarks.
5 New Window (+) Creates new browser window.
Browsing The Web Page 25
English
Some common Browser actions are described below.
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 ad-dress
(URL) of the webpage
(e.g., www.cobyusa.
com).
3. Touch Enter key to
open the webpage.
To bookmark a webpage.
Bookmark your favorite webpages in order to visit
them quickly without entering a URL.
1. Go to the web-
page that you
want to bookmark
2. Touch the Add
Bookmark icon.
3. If desired, you can
modify the name
of the bookmark
or its location
(URL address).
Otherwise, touch
OK to nish
adding the book-
mark.
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English
To go to a bookmarked webpage.
1. Touch the Goto
Bookmark icon.
2. Touch a bookmark
tile to open it.
To delete a bookmarked webpage.
1. Touch the Goto
Bookmark icon.
2. Touch and hold a
bookmark tile to
open the option
menu.
3. Touch “Delete
bookmark“.
4. Touch “OK” to conrm.
Browser menu
While viewing a webpage, touch the icon show
as right to open the Browser Menu, the icon is
locate on the top right corner of the screen, the
options are:
Refresh: Refresh the current webpage.
Forward: Go to the next webpage.
New tab: Open the webpage in a new window, under
a new tab.
New incognito tab: Open the webpage in a new win-
dow, under a new tab, and the pages you view in the
new window will not appear in your browser history
or search history. See the on-screen explanation of
going incognito.
Share page: Use Email to send the webpage URL.
Find on page: Search for content on the current
page.
Browsing The Web Page 27
English
Request desktop site:
Save for ofine reading: Save this page onto the in-
ternal memory, then you can read it when the internet
connection is disable.
Page info: View information about the current page,
including the URL.
Settings: Customize the Browser.
Page 28 Managing Applications
English
ÂManaging Applications
Downloading and installing new applications to your tablet can extend its functionality in many ways.
You can download and install applications from the
included Applications store. To open the Applications
store:
1. Touch the Launcher icon.
2. Touch the Apps Marketplace icon.
When installing an application, it will tell you what func-
tions it needs to control and if it needs access to your
data. Make sure you review these access requirements
carefully before completing the installation. Be especially cautious with applications that
request access to many functions or to a
signicant amount of your data. You are
responsible for the results of applications
installed on your tablet.
Managing Applications Page 29
English
You can learn more about Play Store, and browse for
applications by visiting their website at https://play.
google.com/store.
Some developers allow you to download and in-
stall applications directly from their website.
Your Coby Mobile Internet Device may include
access to, or information on, content, products,
applications and services from third parties. Your
use of such third party content, products,
applications and services is at the discretion of
such third party and expressly governed by such
third party’s terms of use, including any such third
party’s privacy policies, for such content, products,
applications and services. Coby Electronics
Corporation is not responsible for and expressly
disclaims all warranties of any kind with respect to
all such third party content, products, applications
and services. Coby Electronics Corporation will
not be responsible for any loss, costs, or damages
incurred due to your access to or use of third party
content, products, applications or services.
To uninstall an application:
1. From the Home screen, touch the Launcher Tab.
2. Touch Settings to open the Settings menu.
3. Touch Apps, a list of all applications installed on the
tablet will display on screen.
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English
4. Touch the name of the application you want to
uninstall; the Application Info screen will open.
5. Touch Uninstall. The tablet will prompt you to
conrm.
6. Touch OK to uninstall the application.
Or you can uninstall an application from the
Launcher screen directly. Touch and hold an ap-
plication icon until the Uninstall icon
appears, drage the application icon to the Unin-
stall icon to uninstall the application.
Optional Connections Page 31
English
ÂOptional Connections
Connecting to a Computer
Connect the tablet to a computer to transfer les.
1. Connect your tablet to the computer.
With the included USB cable:
Plug the small end of the cable into the USB 2.0 Hi-
speed connector of the tablet.
Plug the large end of the cable into an available USB
2.0 Hi-speed port on the computer.
When your tablet is connected, a USB icon will
appear in the Notication bar.
Touch the Notication bar to open the notications
panel.
The Tablet’s “mass storage mode” is compatible
with many operating systems including:
Microsoft® Windows® XP, Vista, 7 or higher and
Mac OS or Linux.
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English
2. Mount the storage drive.
Touch USB connected to mount the tablet’s built-in
storage, then touch “Turn on USB storage” and “OK”
when prompted to conrm. When mounted, you can
copy les to/from your computer to it.
Your tablet will be recognized by the computer as a
Removable Storage drive. Drag and drop les between
your tablet and the computer. To learn more about copy-
ing les, please refer to the documentation included with
your computer or operating system.
Connecting Headphones
Connect a pair of headphones (or earphones) to the
tablet to enjoy media in private.
Lower the volume level of the tablet before connecting
headphones, and then slowly raise the volume to a
comfortable listening level.
The headphones must have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) plug.
When headphones are connected, speaker output
will be disabled automatically.
Hearing experts advise against the constant
use of personal stereos played at high volume.
Constant exposure to high volumes can lead to
hearing loss. If you should experience ringing in
the ears or hearing loss, discontinue use and
seek medical advice.
Optional Connections Page 33
English
Connecting Bluetooth
Pair your Tablet with a Bluetooth device:
1. Under Settings > Wireless &
networks, make sure Bluetooth
is turned on.
2. Touch Bluetooth. Your tablet
scans for and displays the IDs of
all available Bluetooth devices in
range.
3. If your mobile device stops
scanning before your Bluetooth
device is ready, touch Search for
devices.
4. Touch the ID (name) of the
Bluetooth device in the list to pair
with it.
Follow the instructions to complete the pairing. If you’re
prompted to enter a passcode, try entering 0000 or 1234
(the most common passcodes), or consult the documen-
tation that came with the Bluetooth device.
Page 34 Setting The System Options
English
ÂSetting the System Options
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.
To open the Settings menu:
1. From the Home screen, touch the Launcher Tab.
2. Touch Settings to open the Settings menu.
The settings are grouped by category. Touch a category to open and adjust its set-
tings on the right side.
Specications Page 35
English
ÂSpecications
Please visit www.cobyusa.com for the latest product information. Design, specications, and manual are subject to
change without notice.
Processor 1GHz CortexTM-A9
RAM 1GB
Storage Built-in-Storage is model dependant
and indicated on product packaging.
(e.g. -4 = 4GB, -8 = 8GB)1
microSDHC card slot (max. 32GB sup-
ported)
Display 7” LCD (800 x 480), capacitive touch-
screen
Networking Wi-Fi ( 802.11 b/g/n )
Audio Output 3.5 mm headphone
PC Interface USB 2.0 Hi-speed
(microUSB connector)
Additional
Features
Front-facing camera
Built-in microphone
Capitalize Speaker
Operating
System
Android™ 4.0
Power Rechargeable Li-poly battery Power
Adapter (DC 5V) 2
11GB= 1 Billion bytes. Available storage capacity will be less due to
operating system and pre-installed software applications. Actual
formatted capacity will vary.
2 Battery life will vary based on settings, usage and other factors.
Page 36 Support
English
ÂSupport
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.com
Phone: For US Residents: 877-302-2629, Monday-Friday (9:00AM-9:00PM EST)
For Canadian Residents: 855-542-8917, Monday-Friday (8:00AM-8:00PM EST)
Safety Notices Page 37
English
ÂSafety Notices
The lightning ash 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 sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and servicing instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
For recycling or disposal information about this prod-
uct, please contact your local authorities or the Elec-
tronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.
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.
WARNING: To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose this
device to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltage is present inside
the enclosure. Do not open the cabinet.
Protect your hearing: Hearing experts advise against the con-
stant use of personal stereos played at high volume. Constant exposure
to high volumes can lead to hearing loss. If you should experience
ringing in the ears or hearing loss, discontinue use and seek medical
advice.
Note: If the product suddenly has no response or powers off, an
electrostatic discharge may be the cause. In this circumstance,
please follow the procedures below for recovery:
• Turn o the unit by pushing and holding the slide button
at the right (Power o position) for 15 seconds.
• Turn on the unit again
Page 38 Safety Notices
English
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(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. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modications to the equipment unless otherwise specied in the manual. If such changes or modications should
be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
End user must follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Safety Notices Page 39
English
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instruc-
tions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instruc-
tions should be followed.
5. Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet be-
fore cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments: Use only attachments recommended by
the manufacturer. Use of other attachments may be
hazardous.
7. Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near
water (e.g., near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in wet basements, or near a swimming
pool and the like).
8. Ventilation: Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from overheating. These
openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installa-
tion such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventila-
tion is provided or the manufacturer instructions have
been adhered to.
9. Power Sources: This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on the rating
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from bat-
tery power or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
10. Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of re or electric shock.
11. Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any
kind into this product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or shout-out parts that
could result in a re or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.
12. Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product your-
self as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servic-
ing to qualied service personnel.
13. Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualied service
personnel under the following conditions: a) when the
power-supply or plug is damaged; b) if liquid has been
spilled or if objects have fallen into the product; c) if
the product has been exposed to rain or water; d) if
Page 40 Safety Notices
English
the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualied techni-
cian to restore the product to its normal operation; e)
if the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way; f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance—this indicates a need for service.
14. Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are re-
quired, be sure that your service technician has used
replacement parts specied by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in re, electric
shock, or other hazards.
15. Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in
proper operating condition.
16. Heat: The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including ampliers) that produce
heat.
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Electronics Corporation is not responsible for any such third party
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