TrekStor eBook-Reader 3.0 User manual Table of Contents Disclaimer ……………………………..………………………..……………………………………..…… 1 Introduction …………………………………………………..…………..…………………………….…. 1 Package content …………………………………………………..…..………………………………... 1 Getting started …………………………………………..…………….….………………..……………. 2 Parts and controls ……………………..………………………………….…..…..… 2 Power on/off the eBook-Reader ……….…………………………….………. 3 Charging ………………………………….……………………………………….…...... 3 Inserting a memory card …..………….……..……………………..……..…....
Disclaimer All the information, design and specifications contained in this manual were correct at the time of publication. However, as the product is under development and is upgraded constantly, the final device may have a slight difference in appearance or a modified functionality than presented in this manual. Introduction The TrekStor eBook-Reader 3.0 is an eBook reader with a full color display screen. The TrekStor eBook-Reader 3.0 supports eBooks encrypted with Adobe® DRM. Package content 1. 2. 3.
Getting started Parts and controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Earphone jack – 3.
Getting started Power on and off the eBook-Reader • Press and hold the [Power] button for 2 - 3 seconds to turn on the eBook-Reader. • It may take a few moments until your eBook-Reader turns on and loads the contents. • In case the eBook-Reader does not turn on, charging might be required. • To turn off the eBook-Reader, press and hold the [Power] button for 2 3 seconds. Charging the eBook-Reader • You need to charge the eBook-Reader before using it for the first time or when the battery power is low.
Getting started Inserting a memory card The eBook-Reader supports microSD/microSDHC memory cards. To insert a memory card: • Be sure that the memory card is in the correct position with the contact pin facing upwards as illustrated below. You may damage the card and the eBook-Reader, if the memory card is not inserted in the correct way. • Push the memory card into the card slot until it snaps in. • To remove the memory card again, push the memory card once again until it clicks.
Getting started Starting from home menu When the eBook-Reader is turned on, you will enter into the Home Menu. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1. Continue reading - displays the last read page, which you can open by pressing the button. 2. Library Library - displays the list of all available Indicator ebooks. Battery Move the cursor to the desired book and press to open it. Page Number 3. Battery indicator Time & Date 4. Page number - displays the current page number and total number of pages.
Getting started Entering the option menu To access the available extra functions, press the [Menu] button to display the option menu as illustrated. Press the directional keys to move the cursor to the desired item. The selected item will be highlighted in dark. Press to enter. To exit the option menu, move the cursor to and press to confirm. Alternatively, press the button to exit.
Importing content Importing content • The eBook-Reader supports the USB mass storage device function. • To import contents (eBooks, audio, photo etc.) onto your eBook-Reader, connect the eBook-Reader to the PC via the supplied USB cable. • Upon successful connection to your PC, the eBook-Reader will enter into the USB mode and all operations will be interrupted. • Go to [My Computer] and double click on the eBook-Reader disk to open. • Perform normal file management operation like other USB device.
Importing and transferring content Authorizing PC and eBook-Reader • Upon registration, return to the ADE window. Enter your username and password to activate your Adobe® account. • After activation, connect the eBook-Reader to the PC. ADE will detect the eBook-Reader and you are prompted to authorize the device. • After authorization, you will be able to find the eBook-Reader recognized in ADE as shown below. Contents inside the eBook-Reader will be displayed on the right windows.
Notes on the use of ADE Each ADE ID supports only 6 devices; this includes the master device (the eBook-Reader) and the slave device (microSD card). ATTENTION: When the eBook-Reader is restored to default settings, ALL DRM activations and stored data (including DRM eBooks purchased) will be erased from the Reader. You are required to authorize the device with your ADE ID again.
Reading books Open an eBook • Books, which were transferred to your eBook-Reader, will be listed inside the home menu. • The eBook-Reader supports eBooks in the formats EPUB, PDF, TXT and FB2. • Use the buttons and move the cursor in order to select an eBook. Confirm your choice by pressing .
Reading books Adjusting font size • While reading a page, press the button to enter the font size menu. • There a 5 font sizes available: Small, Medium, Large, XLarge, XXLarge. • Move the cursor to the desired font size then press to confirm. • It may take some time for the fonts to be resized. Zooming in/out • You will need the zooming function to enlarge images, which are available inside an eBook (EPUB, PDF, TXT, FB2) • Select [Enlarge] inside the size menu. • The zoom menu will appear.
Reading Books Using the option menu while reading While reading a page, press the
Reading books Read from bookmarks in the home menu • Press
inside the home menu and select [Bookmarks] to enter the bookmark list. The upper window displays a quick preview of the selected eBook. The lower window displays the list of eBooks with bookmarks. Press on the desired eBook to view the available bookmark list. • Inside the bookmark list, move the cursor to the desired bookmark and press to open.Reading Books Auto flip You can set the eBook-Reader to [Auto Flip] mode. The available auto flip durations are: 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 seconds and 1 minute. eBook information You can check the information of the current eBook from the [Book Information] option. This will show: Title, author, file type, date, file size, publisher and expiration. Depending on the source of the eBook that you downloaded/purchased, some of the information may not be available.
Reading books Display settings • To adjust font color, background color, brightness during reading. • Note: The change of the font and background color is only applicable to TXT and EPUB documents. Add to favorite • You can add eBooks to your favorite list. In the option menu, move the cursor to [Add to Favorite] to add the current book into your favorite list. • In order to view books inside the favorite list, press the
button and select [Favorite] inside the home menu.Playing music/audio files Music player • Inside the home menu, press
to display the option menu. • Move the cursor to [Music] and press to confirm your choice. • In the music player, press to play/pause the music playback. • Press to play the next song, press and hold to fast forward. • Press to play theprevious song, press and hold to fast rewind • Press to increase the volume. • Press to decrease the volume.Viewing pictures Note: Please organize the pictures into a specific folder for an easier navigation. • From Home Menu, press
to display Option Menu. • Move the cursor to [Photo] and press to confirm. Inside the upper window, a preview of the selected photos is displayed. Inside the lower window a detailed file list is displayed in the eBook-Reader. • Use the buttons to navigate through the files/folders. • Press on the selected photo to view it on the full screen.File explorer • Inside the home menu, press
[Explorer]. • Press / to select the internal storage ("INT") respective the memory card ("SD") and press [OK] to enter. • Press to exit from current directory and the cursor will move to the top for memory selection. Copy/paste file • You can copy files/folders from the microSD/microSDHC card to the internal memory and vice versa. • Inside the file list, move the cursor to the desired file to copy. Click and select [Copy].Settings • Inside the home menu, press
to display the option menu. • Move the cursor to [Settings] and press to confirm. Brightness • With the help of that option, you can set the desired display brightness. Time and date You can set the clock and date of the eBook-Reader as follows: • Use the buttons to move the cursor. • Use the Press buttons to input a value. • Move finally the cursor to "OK" and confirm your choice with the button.FAQ If the eBook-Reader does not work as it is expected, please try the following steps. The eBook-Reader is not responding or cannot be turned on. • Reset the eBook-Reader by pressing the button for 6 seconds. The eBook-Reader will be forced to shut down and you can restart the eBook-Reader again. • The battery has been fully discharged. Please charge the eBook-Reader via USB (or USB adapter). Battery life seems too short • The operating temperature is below 10o C.
Precautions and maintenance Battery • Charge the battery only in temperatures that ranges from 0 to 35° C. • Do not charge the eBook-Reader, if the battery is found damaged or leaking. Operation • Never expose the eBook-Reader to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. • Never wrap the eBook-Reader in anything when it is being used or charged. Heat may increase in the device while charging or if it is used for an extended period of time. • Do not use or store the eBook-Reader as follows: A.
Precautions and maintenance microSD/microSDHC memory cards • After inserted a microSD/microSDHC card, if the eBook-Reader has no response, please take out and insert it again. • Do not remove microSD/microSDHC card or turn off reader during data writing or reading to prevent damage to data and to the eBook-Reader. • Make sure the microSD/microSDHC card is unlocked before writing or deleting data in the microSD/microSDHC card. • Backup your files and data before formatting the microSD/microSDHC card.
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