7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Introduction Preface Please read this user manual carefully to help you get the most out of your eBook. Also please observe the safety warnings so you do not damage your device or more importantly yourself. A full support site is available at www.elonex.com/support Package Contents Before using your 705EB eBook Reader, please check your package contents to ensure there aren’t any items missing.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Help and Support 12 Month Limited Warranty To help you get the best out of your product we provide you with a limited 1 year Return to Base Warranty and Support Helpdesk (see www.elonex.com for more details). Technical Support For all technical support please contact our helpdesk using the details below: If you have any problems or questions please DO NOT take your eBook back to the store – Contact us for some helpful advice. This does not affect your statutory rights.
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” eBook 705EB | User Guide Powering your eBook ON/OFF Press and hold the [Power] button for 2 seconds to turn on. It may take a few moments for eBook to turn on and load. If eBook does not turn on, ensure the eBook is fully charged. To turn off eBook, press and hold [Power] button for 2 seconds. Charging the eBook You need to charge the eBook prior to using it for the first time or when battery power is low.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Inserting a Memory Card The eBook supports micro SD cards, up to 32Gb. To insert a Memory card: Check that the SD card is in the correct position with the contact pins facing downwards as illustrated below. NOTE: You can damage the card and the eBook if SD card is not inserted in the correct position. Push the SD card into the card slot until it clicks. To remove the Memory Card: To remove SD card, push the SD card once again until it clicks.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Starting from Home Menu When the eBook is turned on, you will enter into the Home Menu.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Reading eBooks Enjoy your favorite eBooks on the 705EB. With 4Gb of storage there is enough space for some 3000 books. This can be increased by micro SD card to add another 32Gb. Where to get eBooks from? You can get eBooks from anywhere you like, as your 705EB isn’t locked to one supplier like many devices. You can download the latest blockbuster novels from your favourite retailer or alternatively visit http://freebook.elonex.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide How to read an eBook To open an eBook select the eBook option from the main menu. Then choose your eBook via the following categories Elonex recommends you choose to browse by ‘Book Cover’. Then scroll to your chosen eBook using the arrow keys and press the Select button to open it and start reading.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Bookmarking a Page To create a Bookmark press are reading as a bookmark then “SaveMark” to set the page you To load a Bookmark press then “LoadMark” to select a previously saved bookmark and jump to that page. To delete a Bookmark press previously save bookmarks then “DelMark” to delete any Changing the screen brightness To change the screen brightness to make reading easy on the eye press then “Brightness” and “select”.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Recently Read Books The recent category is a handy feature for picking up where you left off. It shows all the ebooks previously viewed. The books listed are “bookmarked” at the last page you were reading. Just tap to continue reading. If you hold the select button down you get the option to delete the chosen or all eBook bookmarks Dictionary / Word Finder A useful word finder / dictionary application. Use the Press buttons to navigate around the QWERTY keyboard.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Playing HD Video and Movie Clips The 705EB video player supports a wide range of 720p HD video formats including avi, dat, flv, mkv, mpg, mpeg and vob. Elonex recommends you use AVI files formatted to a 7” widescreen in 16 : 9 aspect ratio (800 x 480 pixels). After selecting the Video option from the main menu, select the folder where your video files are stored (a video folder already exists for this purpose). Then select the video you wish to view to start playback.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Playing Music The 705EB Music Player is a great way to listen to your favourite music, audiobooks or MP3 podcasts when you’re out and about. The 705EB is compatible with MP3 (recommended), wma, aac and wav music formats. To play Music Select ‘Music’ from the home screen. Then choose the way you would like your music library displayed to you - ie by artist, album, genre or favorites. Then select the song or album you wish to play and the music will playback.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide FM Radio The 705EB has an FM radio so you can listen to radio on the move. Please Note – you must have your earphones plugged in to receive FM Radio. Please Note - Reception depends on the quality of the broadcast signal in your area.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Photos A fun way to keep and share all your photo’s with friends and family. Supported picture formats include BMP, JPG and PNG Using the navigation buttons on the home screen highlight the Photo icon and press select. Select the Photo folder to see all your pictures arranged in a thumbnail grid. Select a thumbnail to view the photo Whilst viewing your photos press select to get further options.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Transferring eBooks to your eBook Preparing your PC and eBook The process of downloading, managing and transferring eBooks to your 705EB is a simple 3 step process. The first time you set-up your eBook you must complete a few procedures to prepare your computer. Setup 1: Install Adobe Digital Editions Adobe Digital Editions is the industry standard software for downloading and managing your eBook collection. The best bit about it is that it is free and easy to use.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Click YES to continue the installation A pop-up installer will appear. Follow the installer procedures choosing the install options and path you require. When the install has completed, please agree to the User Agreement and Digital Editions will automatically open. You can alternatively open it by pressing Start > All Programs > Adobe > Adobe Digital Editions > Adobe Digital Editions For Help on using Digital Editions press F1 on your keyboard.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Setup 2: Getting an Adobe ID In order to use Digital Editions you must create an Adobe ID which allows you to protect your eBook investments. This is also free and only takes a second. When Digital Editions opens for the first time Setup Assistance will ask you to enter your Adobe ID credentials.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Setup 3: Authorising your Hardware Once you are logged into Adobe Digital Editions you must authorise your computer as well as your eBook hardware. This is so the hardware recognises you as the owner of the eBook Reader and the eBook content. Authorising your Computer When Digital Editions opens for the first time you will be asked to enter your Adobe ID credentials. Enter these and press Authorise.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide When the eBook is authorised it will appear as a Bookshelf in your list of Bookshelves as the 705EB eBook You have now completed the necessary steps to start downloading and reading eBooks. This is the only time you need to do this, you don’t have to do any of the previous instructions again each time you download a book. If you have any problems with this process please call the technical support helpdesk on 0871 222 3456 (national rate) or email support@elonex.com.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Downloading and transferring eBooks The process of downloading, managing and transferring eBooks is a simple 3 step process. Step 1: Downloading an eBook Once you have chosen and purchased an eBook as instructed by your chosen retailer, you will be asked to Download Item. Press this button. In the pop-up that appears press open and your eBook will download.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Step 2: Transferring eBooks into Digital Editions NOTE: When downloading an eBook if you press open the eBook will automatically save into Digital Editions and My Documents and you will not have to complete this step. Transfer the eBooks into Digital Editions In the top left corner of Digital Editions click Library and a pop-up menu will appear. A file browser will appear.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Step 3: Transferring eBooks onto your eBook Once you have your eBooks imported into Digital Editions, transferring them into your eBook is a simple drag and drop process. Plug your USB cable into your eBook and the USB port in your PC. If the eBook is ready for transfer the eBook screen will show “connected via USB” and it will show up in the list of Bookshelves in Digital Editions as the 705EB eBook. Find the eBook you want to copy.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Transferring Multi-Media Files to your eBook To transfer movies, music and picture files from your pc to the 705EB, simply connect the supplied USB to micro USB cable. You can drag and drop multi-media files to your eBook like you would on any flash device (like a USB stick or memory Card). The 705EB will be displayed in “My Computer” as a folder called “705EB”.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Troubleshooting If the eBook does not function as it is expected, please try the following steps. The eBook is not responding or cannot be turned on. Reset the eBook by pressing and holding the power button for 6 seconds. The eBook will be forced to shutdown if it is on and you are required to restart the eBook again. Battery has been fully depleted. Please charge the eBook via USB or USB AC Adapter.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Standard Operation Never subject the eBook to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. Never wrap your eBook in anything when it is being used or charged. Heat may build up in while charging or if it is used for an extended period of time. Do not use or store your eBook in: A. Extreme high temperature, such as in a sun-heated car B. Direct sunlight. C. High humidity or places with corrosive substances D.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Important Safety Instructions All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Always adhere to these instructions and follow the proper working procedures for the device. Shut the eBook down properly and do not forget to save your work often. Remember to periodically back-up your data as Elonex accepts no responsibility for data loss. Failure to adhere to these Safety Instructions may invalidate your warranty.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, please unplug it from the power socket. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
7” eBook 705EB | User Guide Notice Elonex reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
