Kobo Arc 7 - User Manual

The Definitive Guide to Reset Kobo
When your Kobo have issues, resetting is one of the most common methods
to fix the device. But before reboot your Kobo, you must know there are two
types of resetting, one is soft reset, also known as restart; another is factory
reset, also known as reboot. Knowing the differences will help you choose the
right solution to fix the Kobo device.
Soft Reset (Restart): A soft reset means compulsory restart your Kobo
device. It's is very easy to perform and will not delete data and books on your
Kobo device.
Factory Reset (Reboot): Factory reset means reverts your Kobo device's to
its original state. If you perform a factory reset on your eReader, you'll remove
all data and informations from your eReader. But books you purchased from
Kobo can be re-downloaded from the Kobo Cloud.
Factory reset will also let you lose any bookmarks and annotations you made
in your books since you last synced your eReader. Sign out of your account
on your eReader. Reset all of your settings and preferences. After a factory
reset, you’ll have to set up and sync your eReader again.
Here is a troubleshooting list for your reference:
1. Kobo won't turn on, charge - Soft Reset
2. Can't transfer books to Kobo - Soft Reset
3. Can't connect to WiFi - Soft Reset
4. Can't connect to wireless networks - Soft Resst
5. Kobo locked up, screen frozen, or not responding - Soft Reset
6. Books or documents disappeared - Soft Reset
7. Kobo running slowly - Soft Reset
8. Computer not recognizing Kobo - Soft Reset

Summary

Understanding Kobo Resets

Soft Reset Explained

Compulsory restart that does not delete data or books on your Kobo device.

Factory Reset Explained

Reverts device to original state, removes data, but purchased books can be redownloaded from Kobo Cloud.

Resetting Kobo E-Ink Readers

Performing a Soft Reset

Turn off eReader, locate small hole, unfold paperclip, press gently until click to restart.

Performing a Factory Reset

Reset via settings menu or using physical buttons if device is locked or frozen.

Resetting Kobo Tablet

Soft Reset for Kobo Vox

Press and hold power button for 5-6 seconds, then press again to turn on.

Factory Reset for Kobo Vox

Ensure 10% battery, turn off, hold volume up, press/release power button until reset message.

Resetting Kobo Arc Series

Soft Reset for Kobo Arc

Slide power button right, hold for power options, tap power off, then restart.

Factory Reset for Kobo Arc

Reset via privacy settings or by holding volume down and pressing power button when locked.

Kobo Arc 7 Specifications

General

Processor model	-
Processor frequency	1.5 GHz
Internal memory	1 GB
Storage media	Flash
Internal storage capacity	32 GB
Display diagonal	7 \
Touch technology	Multi-touch
Touchscreen type	Capacitive
Display resolution	1280 x 800 pixels
Display number of colors	16.78 million colors
Second camera	No
Maximum video resolution	- pixels
Main camera resolution (numeric)	1.2 MP
Number of built-in speakers	2
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Data network	Not supported
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
HDMI ports quantity	0
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Micro-USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Personal info management (PIM)	Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Notes
Audio formats supported	AAC, FLAC, M4A, MIDI, MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV
Image formats supported	BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG
Video compression formats	3GP, MP4
Document formats supported	ePub
Form factor	Slate
Product color	Black
Operating system version	4.0
Operating system installed	Android
Standby time	336 h
Battery life (max)	- h

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	11.5 mm
Width	120 mm
Height	189 mm
Weight	364 g