7.9 - Keyboard Brydge - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Keyboard case
Brand	Brydge
Model	7.9
Compatibility	iPad mini (5th generation) and iPad mini 4
Connectivity	Bluetooth
Battery Type	Rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging Time	Up to 3 hours
Power On	Press power key for 1 second (green LED)
Power Off	Press and hold power key for 3 seconds (red LED)
Pairing Method	Press and hold Bluetooth key for 3 seconds (blue LED), then select on iPad
Backlit Keys	Yes (disabled when battery below 15%)
Keyboard Shortcuts	Copy (Cmd+C), Paste (Cmd+V), Cut (Cmd+X), etc.
Insertion Method	Place hinges upright at 90°, insert iPad one side at a time
Removal Method	Place on flat surface, pull up one side at a time
Sleep Mode	After 20 minutes of non-use or when closed like a laptop
LED Indicators	Green (on), Blue (pairing), Red (charging)
Warranty Duration	1-year limited hardware warranty
Warranty Support	Visit brydge.com/support or call [phone]
Regulatory Compliance	FCC Part 15, IC RSS-102, Bluetooth SIG
FCC ID	2ADRG-BRY520
IC ID	24378-BRY520
Included Accessories	Charging cable
Screen Protector Warning	Remove non-Brydge screen protectors before attaching; ensure perfect fit
Manual Language	English (other languages available via translation request)

Frequently Asked Questions - 7.9 Brydge

How to insert my iPad into the Brydge 7.9 keyboard?

Place the keyboard on a flat surface and set the hinges upright to 90 degrees. Insert your iPad into the hinges with the home button on the right, one side at a time. If the iPad is loose, remove it and gently squeeze the hinges until it fits firmly.

How to remove my iPad from the keyboard?

Ensure the keyboard is on a flat surface. Place your hand towards the back of the keyboard and pull up one side at a time.

How to turn on/off the Brydge 7.9?

To turn on, press the power key for one second until the LED flashes green. To turn off, press and hold the power key for three seconds until the LED flashes red.

How to pair the keyboard with my iPad?

Press and hold the Bluetooth key for three seconds until the LED flashes blue. On your iPad, go to Settings > Bluetooth and select 'Brydge 7.9'. The blue LED will turn off when pairing is successful.

How to charge the Brydge 7.9?

Insert the charging cable into the keyboard and plug the other end into a power source. A solid red LED indicates charging. The red LED turns off when fully charged, which takes up to three hours.

What do the different LED colors mean?

Green LED: keyboard is on. Blue LED (flashing): pairing mode. Red LED (solid): charging. Red LED (flashing): turning off. The blue LED turns off when successfully paired.

What if my iPad is loose in the hinges?

Remove the iPad, then gently squeeze the hinges together to tighten them. Repeat the insertion process until the iPad is held firmly.

Why did the backlit keys stop working?

The backlit keys are automatically disabled when the battery level falls below 15% to conserve power. Charge the keyboard to restore backlight functionality.

How can I conserve battery life?

The keyboard enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of non-use. Press any key to wake it. Closing the keyboard like a laptop also puts it to sleep. Turn off the keyboard manually when not in use for extended periods.

What is the warranty coverage for Brydge 7.9?

The product comes with a 1-year limited hardware warranty for the original end-user. To obtain service, visit brydge.com/support or call [phone]. Warranty does not cover unauthorized purchases. Free return shipping within the US; outside US, up to $15 reimbursement.

USER MANUAL 7.9 Brydge

INSERT/REMOVE

IMPORTANT

Remove non-Brydge screen protectors before attaching your Brydge keyboard. This will ensure a perfect fit and eliminate unnecessary pressure to your screen when inserted into the hinges.

TO INSERT: Place your Brydge on a flat surface and set the hinges upright to 90 degrees. Insert your iPad into the hinges with the home button on the right, one side at a time.

If your iPad is loose, remove it and gently squeeze the hinges. Repeat this process until your iPad is held firmly.

TO REMOVE: Ensure your Brydge is on a flat surface.

Place your hand towards the back of the keyboard and pull up, one side at a time.

POWER

TO TURN ON: Press the power key for one second until the LED flashes green.

TO TURN OFF: Press and hold the power key for three seconds until the LED flashes red.

NOTE: To conserve battery, your Brydge will enter sleep mode after 20 minutes of non-use. Press any key to turn back on. Your Bryoge will enter sleep mode when both devices are closed like a laptop.

PAIR

TO PAIR: Press and hold the Bluetooth key for three seconds until the LED flashes blue. On your iPad, under Settings > Bluetooth select Bryoge 7.9.

When successfully paired, the blue LED will turn off.

CHARGE

NOTE: If battery life is below 15%, backlit key functionality will be disabled to conserve battery.

TO CHARGE: Insert the charging cable into the keyboard and plug the other end into a power source. A solid red LED indicates the Brydge is charging.

When the keyboard is fully charged, the red LED will turn off. A full charge can take up to three hours.

KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS

Copy

Command + C

Paste

Command + V

Cut

Command + X

Underline

Command + U

Italic

Command + I

Home Screen

Command + H

Switch App

Command + Tao

Show Dock

Command + Option + D

Search

Command + Space

Undo

Command + Z

Switch Language

Ctrl + Shift + Spacebar (Spacebar allows you to toggle through available languages)

WARRANTY

Thank you for purchasing a Brydge product. This product comes with a 1-year limited hardware warranty on the terms and conditions set out in this document and at www.brydge.com/warranty. All Brydge warranties are non-transferrable and are only available to the original end-user of the product. Warranties do not apply to products purchased from online vendors unauthorized to sell Brydge-branded product. If a defect arises during the warranty period, cease using the product and contact Brydge. To obtain warranty service, visit www.brydge.com/support or call [phone]. Brydge, at its sole discretion and option, will (1) repair the product at no charge using new parts or parts that are equivalent to new in performance and reliability, or (2) replace or exchange the product with a product of equivalent functionality and value. Brydge offers free return shipping on any approved warranty claims. A shipping label will be provided to you if you are within the United States. If you are outside the United States, Bryoge will reimburse your return shipping to a maximum of US\$15.00 after providing a copy of the shipping receipt.

Australia Only: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Brydge Technologies LLC | 1912 Sidewinder Dr. Suite 104, Park City, UT 84060 USA

INSÉRER/RETIRER

IMPORTANT

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 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. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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.

This Bluetooth keyboard (Brydge 7.9, FCC ID: 2ADRG-BRY520, IC: 24378-BRY520) is compatible with the iPad mini (5th generation) (FCC ID: BCGA2133/BGCA2124/BGCA2126, IC: 579C-A2133/579C-A2124/579C-A2126) and iPad mini 4 (FCC ID: BCGA1538/BGCA1550, IC: 579C-A1538/579C-A1550).

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