Videostrong Mecool KM9 Pro Deluxe - User Manual

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Mecool KM9 (AndroidTV 9) with Kodi and
Netflix
The Mecool KM9 Pro Deluxe (made by VideoStrong) is an inexpensive Android TV Box. It's hardware is
more powerful than the Xiaomi Mi Box S 4K with a similar price tag, but is not Netflix certified, which
means you cannot use the Netflix app made for Android TV. This Box is excellent, runs fast and stable,
and features a Blutooth voice enabled Remote. The Box can also be controlled with an IR Remote and
features an Ethernet port. Read Xiaomi Mi Box S 4K (AndroidTV 9) with Kodi and Netflix for installation
and setup instructions of the Xiaomi Box.
Hardware
Mecool KM9 Pro Deluxe (aka Box) with 4GB RAM and 32GB NAND flash memory. Installation and
setup is covered in guide Mecool KM9 Pro (AndroidTV 9) with Kodi.
Logitech Harmony Companion (aka Harmony) which controls TV, Amp, and media player.
Logitech K400+ Keyboard (aka Keyboard) which allows comfortable text imput.
Setup
Set When to start (30 minutes: time until screensaver gets activated), Screen saver (Backdrop),
and Put device to sleep (never) in Settings → Device Preferences → Screen saver
Set Language to English (United States) or German (Switzerland) in Settings → Device
Preferences → Language
Sign in to your Google account in Settings → Accounts & Sign In
Do not update to Android 10+ if you can avoid it.
Set date and time in Settings → Device Preferences → Date & time
Enable Developer Mode by hitting 8 times on Settings → Device Preferences → About → Build
Map keys as explained in Button Mapper Setup
Pre-installed Apps
Android TV Remote Service
Facebook Watch → unused
FX File Explorer
Gallery → unused
Google Play Store
Google Play Games
Google Play Movies & TV
Google Play Music
Live Channels → unused
Movie Player → unused
Netflix v4.12.2
OTA Update → unused
Sideload Launcher → unused

Summary

Mecool KM9 Hardware

Mecool KM9 Pro Deluxe

Inexpensive Android TV Box with 4GB RAM and 32GB NAND flash memory.

Logitech Harmony Companion

Accessory for controlling TV, amplifier, and media player.

Logitech K400+ Keyboard

Accessory for comfortable text input.

Mecool KM9 Setup Guide

Configure Screen Saver Settings

Set screensaver activation time, backdrop, and sleep mode.

Configure Language

Set device language to English (United States) or German (Switzerland).

Sign In to Google Account

Link your Google account for app store and service access.

Avoid Android 10+ Update

Recommendation to avoid updating to Android 10 or higher.

Configure Date and Time

Set the correct date and time in device preferences.

Enable Developer Mode

Activate developer options by repeatedly tapping the build number.

Map Buttons with Button Mapper

Configure custom button actions using the Button Mapper app.

Mecool KM9 Apps Management

Pre-installed Apps Overview

List of applications pre-installed on the Mecool KM9 device.

Disable Unused Applications

Instructions on how to disable or force stop unwanted apps.

Netflix App Limitations

Information regarding Netflix certification and streaming limitations.

Sideloaded Apps Guide

Process for creating and installing custom Android TV launchers.

Install Apps from Google Play

List of recommended applications available via the Google Play Store.

Swiss Play Store Usage

Instructions for installing geo-restricted apps like Zattoo TV from Switzerland.

Mecool KM9 Advanced Configuration

Install Apps via APK File

Guide for installing applications directly from APK files.

Optional APK Installs

List of optional applications for testing and system utilities.

ATV Launcher Pro Setup

Detailed steps for organizing apps and creating folders in ATV Launcher Pro.

Button Mapper Key Remapping

Enabling USB debugging and remapping keys using Button Mapper.

Firefox TV Setup

Customizing Firefox TV with custom icons and pinned websites via APK Editor Studio.

Harmony Remote Configuration

Programming the Logitech Harmony Remote for Kodi and other functions.

Videostrong Mecool KM9 Pro Deluxe Specifications