MECOOL KA2 Now Android 10.0 TV Box User Manual

MECOOL KA2 Now Android 10.0 TV Box User Manual

Welcome

Thank you for choosing Mecool Now device. Read through these instructions carefully to set up your Mecool Now device And began to make video calls and streaming favorite movies and TV shows on the big screen.

Package contents

1. MECOOL NOW
2. HDMI cable
3. Remote control
4. User manual
5. Power adapter

Product Overview

Front interface description

1. Standby–Press to enter standby mode, press again to wake up

2. RCU IR–Used to receive infrared signals from the remote control

3. Dial/answer button-Open Duo app when there is an incoming call or use it in Duo to Dial/answer video calls with one click.

4. Microphone –Used for Duo app audio call and far-field voice

5. Status light–Status indication of different scenarios and functions

6. Camera light (Three status display)
   Turn on the camera-no light
   When using the camera-green light
   Turn off the camera-red light

7. HD Camera- Used for Google duo video call/ HD photos, video shooting

8. Camera Privacy cover- Rotate down to open the camera,Rotate up to close the camera

Bottom interface description

1. DC IN –DC 5V/2A input
2. Tripod mounting hole –Support tripod installation
3. HDMI IN-Support the connection of devices with HDMI interface
4. HDMI OUT-Connect to the TV HDMI interface
5. LAN-10/100M wired network interface
6. Device bracket- Used to fix the device on top of the TV

1. Speaker-The device is in sleep mode, and the incoming call ringtone is played through the speaker.
2. Microphone switch –Privacy protection, turn on/off the microphone

Interface description on the right

Voice Remote Guide

Before you begin, locate the 2 AAA batteries for the MECOOL NOW Remote. Insert the 2 AAA batteries into the MECOOL NOW Remote control

Get Started

Connect the device to your TV

1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the TV, and the other end to the HDMI OUT port of the MECOOL NOW device, and plug the power adapter connector into the DC IN port.

2. Open the bracket at the bottom of the device, place the device on top of the TV, adjust the bracket to fix the device on the top of the TV.
3. Plug the power adapter into an A/C power outlet.

4. Turn on your TV, then press the TV’s Input or Source button to select the HDMI input that the MECOOL NOW is connected to. The remote control pairing screen is displayed on your TV.

Remote control pairing

Press and hold the VOL- and OK button on the remote control until the indicator on the remote control flashes. After the pairing is successful, it will automatically exit this menu.

Connect to Network

Connect your device to the Internet to make video calls, access movies, TV shows, games, and apps.

Scan QR code to connect to WiFi network

1. After the remote control is successfully paired, the screen will display the QR code to connect to the WiFi wizard menu, turn on the camera of the MECOOL NOW device, and open the connected WiFi QR code on the mobile device (mobile phone, tablet, etc.). If you don’t know how to get the QR code Code, click the Get Help button on the screen to view the help, and then click Next.

2. Click the “Scan” button to enter the scan code page, move the QR code displayed on the mobile device to about 15CM from the MECOOL NOW camera, and the device will automatically scan the code to connect to WIFI. After successfully connecting to WIFI, it will automatically exit and enter the system language selection interface.

Note：

If the device is connected to a wired network, it will automatically enter the system language selection interface, and will not enterthe wizard menu for scanning the QR code to connect to WiFi.

For optimal wireless performance ,Please don’t put the microwave oven and other equipment near MECOOL NOW,as it impacts signal strength to the device and remote control.

Sign in to your google account

To use Google Assistant, Google play store, you must sign in to your Google Account.

Use Google Duo for video calls

Google Duo is a free service. To use Duo across multiple devices and platforms, you need a Google Account.

Set up Duo on your Android TV

1. On your Android TV, Open Duo
2. Select your account to sign in.
3. Select Give access.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup.

Find & invite contacts

You can find a person to call through Duo if they’re in your contacts. If they’re not in your contacts but they use Duo, you can add them.

1. You’ll see someone in your contacts in Duo. or enter their name or phone number in the search box.
2. If you can’t find someone in the app’s contacts，Make sure your device is the latest version of Duo,And the person you want to call has the Duo app.
3. If one of your contacts isn’t using Duo, you can invite them to download the app so you can make video calls with one another.

Make a call

1. In Duo, on the left, search for a contact or group.
2. Select the contact you want to call.
3. At the bottom, select Video call or Voice call.

Tip: To receive a call on your Android TV, the Duo app must be open.

One-touch dial or answer

Learn about Google Duo

Please open the link below in your browser to view.
https://support.google.com/duo/answer/6376137?hl=en&ref_topic=6376099

How to use TikTok

Setting Up Your Account

Log in or sign up

1. When you open TikTok, a login page will pop up on the screen. You can log in via Facebook, Gmail, Instagram,or Twitter, or add a standard username and password. Press the button on the remote control to turn on the mouse mode, and press the arrow keys to move the mouse pointer. Go to the location of the login account you want to use, and press the OK button to start setting up login.

2. If you don’t have a Tiktok account, need to register first. Move the mouse pointer to the bottom of the screen and select Sign up. You can do an instant sign up with Facebook, Gmail, Twitter, also you can use your mobile phone or email to register if you don’t want any of those accounts connected.

Choose your interests

1. After logging in, an interface for selecting the content of interest will appear on the screen. Press the mouse button to open the mouse mode, move the mouse to select the category you are interested in, and click Next after the selection is complete.
2. On the pop-up Swipe up page, click Start watching

View the video

If you don’t have any followers yet, the app will send you random trending videos. As you begin following and interacting with more people, your feed will become more personalized to your interests.

When watching, you need to switch the video by turning on the on the remote control.

Press the arrow keys to move the mouse pointer to the middle area of the screen.

1. First press and hold the VOL- button on the remote control without releasing it, and then press the up button once, the video will slide up and out of the screen and the new video will be displayed.

2. Similarly, press and hold the VOL- key without releasing it, and then press the down key once, the video will slide down out of the screen and display the new video.
3. If you like a video very much and want to see if users have more liked posts, swipe left to switch to their profile.

How to Post on TikTok

Set up your shot and pick out special effects

Click the to enter camera mode. On the right side of the screen, you’ll also see icons for the following:

1. Speed: Allows you to record your video in slow motion or sped up.
2. Beauty: An AR filter that can hide blemishes and smooth out your skin.
3. Filters: Lets you change the color filter of the camera.
4. Timer: Allows you to set an auto-record countdown if you want to film hands-free.

Music and Effects

On the top center of the camera screen, you’ll also see music notes with “Add a Sound” next to them. Tap this to choose the musical overlay or sound effect that you want to work with.

On the bottom of the screen, you’ll also see an Effects icon to the left and an upload button to the right — in case you want to record your videos outside of the app.

When you tap the Effects button, you’ll see a giant lineup of AR filters and other special effects that can augment your face or your surroundings. You can also pick out a video overlay-styled filter here.

Under the camera, you can set the time limit for your video or tap Photo Template to create a photo slideshow instead of a video.

Record the video

Once you’re ready, press and hold the red record button. You can either record your video all at once or in pieces.

If you want to fit different shots in each video or record it in pieces, simply hold the record button for each segment, then let go, then press and hold it again when you’re ready for your next shot.

One-click quick recording

While watching the video, if you like the background music of this video and want to use it:

Make final edits and post

When you’re done recording the video, you’ll still be able to add a musical overlay, filters, and other basic special effects. You can also add stickers and text overlays on top of the video.

When you’re done, press Next. You’ll be directed to a post page where you can add a caption, relevant hashtags, and account handles of others. You can also set the privacy of the video, turn comments on or off, allow duets or reactions, Click the post button at the bottom of the screen to start uploading and publishing.

If you aren’t ready to post yet, just press the Drafts button at the bottom left to save it for later.

HDMI input and switching

System settings function:

Change the system language

Open Settings-Device Preferences-Language to select system language.

Firmware Update

Run the update app,select OTA update, the device will detect and update to the latest verison.

Note: Do not power off the device during updating process.
Please do not download any third party software to upgrade.This product belongs to genuine system. The upgrade will only be operated through OTA,or please contact the seller to upgrade.

Clear APP data

Open settings-Apps-See all apps, find the APP you want to clear data, press OK to enter, then select Clear data item and press OK to clear data.

Troubleshooting:

In any case, please do not try to repair the device yourself, so as not to invalidate the warranty. Do not open it because there is a risk of electric shock. If any problems occur, you can check them first by referring to the methods listed below. If you are unable to resolve the issue through the list below, please contact the dealer for assistance.

FCC Warning:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator&your body.

‘Google, Google Play,YouTube and Android TV are trademarks of Google LLC.’
‘Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.’

Customer Service
Email: mecool.service@gmail.com

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