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- Page 1 PBSKD7200B USER MANUAL Playtime Pad 2.0 7” HD Kid Safe Tablet + Live TV...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Tablet Overview Tablet Overview Icon Glossary Charging Turning on your Playtime Pad Touchscreen Basics Section 2: Initial Setup Lock Screen G-Sensor User Setup Section 3: Kid Mode Kid Mode Home Live TV Character Navigation Wheel Themes Videos Games... - Page 3 Table of Contents Adding a Google Account to Your Tablet Removing a Google Account Connecting to Wi-Fi® Connecting to a Computer Section 5: Tablet Settings Device Settings Personal Settings System Settings Wireless & Network Settings Adjusting Your Screen Brightness Section 6: FAQ How Do I Update My Software? How Do I Restore My Device? Why Won’t My Tablet Connect to My Computer?
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Page 4: Tablet Overview
I. Tablet Overview Micro SD Card Slot Volume Hold for Power Press to Sleep Audio Jack Micro USB Input Camera Camera Reset Speaker... -
Page 5: Icon Glossary
I. Tablet Overview Icon Glossary Battery Level: The white battery level indicator will decrease and change to red as the battery is drained. Wi-Fi® Signal: As the Wi-Fi® signal strength decreases, the white bands will change to grey. Settings: Tap to adjust settings for Wi-Fi®, screen brightness, security settings, language options, and more. -
Page 6: Turning On Your Playtime Pad
You may proceed with normal operation after this process. Turning On Your Playtime Pad To turn on your Playtime Pad, press and hold the power key for 2 seconds. The PBS KIDS logo indicates the software is loading. Power... -
Page 7: Touchscreen Basics
I. Tablet Overview Touchscreen Basics Tap an app icon once to activate or open an app. Touch and hold to move an item by dragging. In many apps, touch and hold can offer more options. Zooming: Double tap quickly to zoom into a webpage, picture, or map. -
Page 8: Section 2: Initial Setup
II. Initial Setup Lock Screen Slide the padlock icon up to unlock the screen. G-Sensor The G-Sensor allows the tablet to detect screen rotation. You can view the home screen in either a landscape or portrait format as you use the apps. Note: Some functions in the Playtime Pad only display in landscape format. -
Page 9: Section 3: Kid Mode
III. Kid Mode Kid Mode Home Kid Profile Change Character Theme Navigation Vol- Back Home Vol+ The Multitasking button has no function when in Kid Mode Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to reveal the Home button and Back button. - Page 10 To add more apps, check the ”Adding or Removing Apps” section of this guide. Live TV Watch PBS Kids live. You can also view the TV Schedule guide to see what programs will be showing for the day. Kid Profile •...
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Page 11: Live Tv
III. Kid Mode Live TV • Tap on the Live TV app to watch PBS KIDS livestream. • Tap on the video screen to enter and exit full screen mode. • Tap on “CC” to turn closed captioning on or off. -
Page 12: Character Navigation Wheel
III. Kid Mode Character Navigation Wheel Turn the wheel to see your favorite characters. Tap on a character to view all related videos and games available to watch or play. Character Navigation... -
Page 13: Themes
III. Kid Mode Themes Tap on the Themes tab on the Kid Mode home screen to select from the different available themes. Videos You can access videos from the Character Navigation Wheel or from the All Apps screen. - Page 14 III. Kid Mode Live TV Grownups Playback Closed Character Settings Controls Captioning Navigation Swipe the Character Nav to the left to reveal more videos.
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Page 15: Games
III. Kid Mode Games You can access games from the Character Navigation Wheel or from the All Apps screen. Closed Captioning Exit Grownups Games Character Settings Navigation... - Page 16 III. Kid Mode The built-in PBS KIDS Game App provides a seamless experience for kids by offering one-time game loading without load screens and local caching on a per-game basis. This eliminates the need for persistent internet connectivity and loading screens after the initial delivery.
- Page 17 III. Kid Mode To adjust the predetermined size limit, tap “Grownups” in the bottom left corner of the screen. Then tap “Change Max” in the Device Storage box and drag the slider to the desired size. Los Angeles MAKE DONATION TV SCHEDULE...
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Page 18: Color & Paint
III. Kid Mode Color & Paint Tap on the Camera and Paint icons from the Kid Mode home screen then tap on Color & Paint to access the Paint App. Saved artworks can be found in the Gallery. Camera & Gallery Tap on the Camera and Paint icons from the Kid Mode home screen then tap on Take A Picture to access the camera. -
Page 19: Adding And Removing Apps (Parental Controls)
III. Kid Mode Adding and Removing Apps (Parental Controls) You can add or remove apps from your child’s “My Apps” screen by going into the Grownups Settings and tapping on the icon beside the name of the child’s profile. Tap on the app you wish to add or remove from your child’s profile. -
Page 20: Exiting Kid Mode
III. Kid Mode Exiting Kid Mode To exit Kid Mode, tap on Grownups at the bottom-left corner of the screen Enter your 4-digit PIN-code. If you have forgotten your code, please refer to the FAQ section of this manual for details on resetting your PIN. -
Page 21: Section 4: Parent Mode
IV. Parent Mode Parent Mode Overview Battery Swipe left or right to switch between home screens. Vol- Back Home Vol+ Multitasking Swipe up to reveal all your apps. -
Page 22: Downloading New Apps
IV. Parent Mode Downloading New Apps You will need a Google account in order to download third-party apps. Exit Kid Mode and open the Google Play store app to download more apps. Uninstalling Apps In Parent Mode, touch and hold an app in the All Apps Drawer and drag them to the trashcan uninstall icon. -
Page 23: Closing Background Apps
IV. Parent Mode Closing Background Apps Once you’ve launched an app, it will continue to run in the background, even if you’ve moved on to other tasks. You may notice that your tablet is lagging if several apps are opened at once. -
Page 24: Adding A Google Account To Your Tablet
IV. Parent Mode Adding a Google Account to Your Tablet Tap Settings Under Accounts, tap Add Account. Tap what kind of account you want to add and sign in. Removing a Google Account 1. Tap Settings. 2. Under Accounts, tap Google. 3. -
Page 25: Connecting To Wi-Fi
IV. Parent Mode Connecting to Wi-Fi® To connect to a different Wi-Fi® network for when you’re not at home, or to set up a new connection, please exit Kid Mode and enter Parent Mode. Tap on the Settings App > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi®... -
Page 26: Connecting To A Computer
IV. Parent Mode Connecting to a Computer Connect to your computer by USB. Note: You must be in Parent Mode to connect to a computer. On PC: Once connected, the device driver will install. The Autoplay Dialogue Box will appear. Choose “open folder to view files” or “select removable disk”. -
Page 27: Section 5: Tablet Settings
V. Tablet Settings Device Settings • Home: Google Now Launcher • Display: Adjust brightness, change your wallpaper, sleep settings, font size, HDMI® setting, and device rotation. • Storage: Provides storage use data. • Battery: Provides battery usage data. • Apps: Tap an app to force stop, uninstall, clear data, or move to SD card. -
Page 28: Wireless & Network Settings
V. Tablet Settings Wireless & Network Settings • Wi-Fi®: Turn Wi-Fi® on to see available networks and connect. • Bluetooth®: Provides Android Bluetooth® to nearby devices. • Data usage: Shows data usage. • More: Airplane mode and VPN. Adjusting Your Screen Brightness In settings tap “Display”... -
Page 29: Section 6: Faq
VI. FAQ How do I update my software? You may perform an over-the-air update by following these steps: 1. Make sure your Playtime Pad is fully charged and connected to Wi-Fi®. 2. Exit Kid Mode. 3. In Parent Mode, tap on the Software Update app (a dot will appear on the app icon, indicating an available update) and follow the on-screen prompts. -
Page 30: How Do I Restore My Device
VI. FAQ How do I restore my device? From the Settings app, tap on System > Reset Options and select the type of reset you would like to run. Note: A factory reset deletes all data stored on your device. Please ensure that your files are backed up prior to performing this type of reset. -
Page 31: How Do I Reboot My Unresponsive Device
VI. FAQ How do I reboot my unresponsive device? If your device is still unresponsive after using the reset button, press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds to enter system reset mode. If this method is still unsuccessful, simultaneously press and hold both volume and power buttons to enter factory reset mode. -
Page 32: How Do I Reset My Pin
VI. FAQ How do I reset my PIN? 1. Tap “Grownups” tab > “Forgot PIN-Code?” 2. You will be asked for the “Secret Exit Phrase”. Enter exitplaytimemode and tap “Exit Kid Mode” button. Note: Use the “Secret Exit Phrase” to exit out of the Playtime Mode anytime you forget your PIN. - Page 33 VI. FAQ 3. Tap the to enter Parent Mode. 4. Now go to “Settings” > “Apps & notifications” 5. Click on “See all apps” to enter the “App Info” page of all apps 6. Tap “PBS KIDS Playtime Mode 2.0”...
- Page 34 VI. FAQ 7. Tap the “Storage” option and then tap the Clear Data button 8. Confirm that you want to delete app data by tapping OK 9. Tap the home circle icon to return to Playtime Mode. You will see the option to recreate “PIN Code” and “Kid Profile”. Finish setup, and you are done.
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Page 35: How Do I Change My Home Screen To Android
VI. FAQ How do I change my home screen to Android? The default home screen of your device is Playtime Mode. If you want to change the default home screen to the Android interface, please follow the steps below: 1. Exit Kid Mode. 2. - Page 36 VI. FAQ 4. Then tap “Default Apps” > “Home App” 5. In the Home Apps Settings, tap on “Quickstep” Quickstep Playtime Mode This will now change your default homescreen to Android so that whenever you tap on Home you will be brought to the Parent Mode screen.
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Page 37: Section 7: Miscellaneous
VII. Miscellaneous Care The Playtime Pad is an electronic device and can be damaged if used improperly. Don’t expose your device to liquids, water or extreme humidity. Don’t try to dry the Playtime Pad using a heat source such as a dryer, microwave, or oven. -
Page 38: Specifications
Specifications CPU: 1.6 GHz Quad-Core Processor RAM: Memory: 16GB MicroSD Card: Supports up to 32GB Screen: 7” HD Touch Screen Resolution: 1024x600 Battery: 3.7V/4000mAh Rechargeable Li-Polymer Android 11 (Go edition) Recording: Built-in Microphone Camera: Front and Back Cameras Connectivity: Compatible with Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi®... -
Page 39: Customer Support
Need Help? For customer support regarding your device, please submit a request by emailing support@dpaudiovideo.zendesk.com. You will be provided a ticket number regarding your inquiry, which you can refer to when contacting us further. You may also reach a DP AV customer service representative by calling 1-833-909-2673. - Page 40 LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY STATEMENT Links to Third Party Sites This DP Audio Video User Manual may contain or reference links to third-party sites, however, please be aware that DP Audio Video is not responsible for and cannot control these other sites. DP Audio Video makes no representations or warranties whatsoever about any other website which you may access as a result of reading this user manual, or otherwise.
- Page 41 if DP Audio Video has been previously advised of the possibility of such damage. You agree that you have sole responsibility for adequate protection and backup of data and/or equipment used in connection with the product and software and will not make a claim of any nature against DP Audio Video for lost data, inaccurate output, work delays or lost profits resulting from the use of the materials.
- Page 42 DP AV IS NOT LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTIAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES AND COMPANY’S TOTAL LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL NOT EXCEED AN AMOUNT GREATER THAN THE RETAIL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. Subject to the applicable provision set forth herein, with regard to this limited warranty, you are responsible for all costs connected with the shipping and handling of the Product to DP AV, and DP AV is likewise responsible for all shipping and...
- Page 43 © 2021 DP Audio Video LLC. All rights reserved. PBS KIDS® and the PBS KIDS logo are registered trademarks of Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Used with permission. © 2021 PBS. All rights reserved. Wild Kratts® © 2015 Kratt Brothers Company Ltd.
- Page 44 Henson Company. All rights reserved. These and all third party trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Used with permission. © 2021 Google Inc. All rights reserved. Google, Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. © 2021 Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
- Page 46 FCC Caution 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.
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How do I use a previously owned PBS kids tablet after resetting it?
After resetting a previously owned PBS KIDS Playtime Pad 2.0, follow these steps to use it:
1. Tap the “Grownups” tab and select “Forgot PIN-Code?”
2. Enter the “Secret Exit Phrase”: exitplaytimemode and tap “Exit Kid Mode.”
3. Enter Parent Mode.
4. Go to “Settings” > “Apps & notifications.”
5. Tap “See all apps,” then select “PBS KIDS Playtime Mode 2.0.”
6. Tap “Storage,” then tap “Clear Data” and confirm by tapping OK.
7. Press the home circle icon to return to Playtime Mode.
8. Recreate the “PIN Code” and “Kid Profile” to finish setup.
All personal content like photos, drawings, and downloaded apps remains unless manually deleted.
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How do I reset my previously owned pad if I don't know the passcode?