gobii ereader User manual

7” Colour LCD eReader
Instruction Manual
EBK2835-PIA
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Contents
Disclaimer ..................................................................................... 1
Introduction .................................................................................. 1
Package Contents ......................................................................... 1
Need help? ................................................................................... 1
Getting Started ............................................................................. 2
Parts and Controls ................................................................... 2
Turning the eReader s Power On and Off ................................ 3
Charging the eReader .............................................................. 3
Inserting the Memory Card ..................................................... 4
Starting from Home Menu ...................................................... 5
Entering the Option Menu ...................................................... 6
Importing Content ........................................................................ 7
Importing General Content ..................................................... 7
Importing Adobe DRM Protected Content .............................. 7
Installing Adobe Digtial Editions ................................................... 7
Getting Started ........................................................................ 8
Reading eBooks bought from kalahari.com .................................. 8
Notes on using Adobe Digital Editions .......................................... 9
Reading eBooks .......................................................................... 10
Opening an eBook ................................................................. 10
Turning eBook pages ............................................................. 10
Adjusting the Font Size .......................................................... 10
Zooming In/Out ..................................................................... 11
Using the Option Menu when Reading.................................. 11
Adding a Bookmark ............................................................... 11
Deleting a Bookmark ............................................................. 12
Read from Bookmarks in Home Menu .................................. 12
Read from Bookmarks in Current eBook ............................... 12
Go to Page ............................................................................. 13
Auto Flip ................................................................................ 13
eBook Information ................................................................ 13
Rotate .................................................................................... 14
Display Settings ..................................................................... 14
Background Music Playback while reading a eBook .............. 15

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Playing Audio Files ...................................................................... 16
Music Player .......................................................................... 16
Using the Option Menu in Music Player ................................ 16
Playing Video Files ...................................................................... 17
Video Player .......................................................................... 17
Using the Option Menu During Video Playback..................... 17
To Display Subtitles during Video Playback ........................... 17
Viewing Photos ........................................................................... 18
Photo Viewer ......................................................................... 18
Zoom In/Out .......................................................................... 18
Slideshow .............................................................................. 19
Thumbnail view ..................................................................... 19
File Explorer ................................................................................ 19
Copy / Paste file .................................................................... 19
Deleting Files ......................................................................... 19
Settings ....................................................................................... 20
Time & Date .......................................................................... 20
Device Standby ...................................................................... 20
Format Memory .................................................................... 20
About Product ....................................................................... 20
Power Management .............................................................. 20
Restore Factory Defaults ....................................................... 20
Language ............................................................................... 20
User s Manual ....................................................................... 20
Battery Care Tips ........................................................................ 21
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 21
Precautions and Maintenance .................................................... 22
Warranty..................................................................................... 24
Specifications .............................................................................. 25
Copyright and Trademark Notice ................................................ 26
EBK2835-PIA EUM Rev 1
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Disclai er
All the information, design and specifications contained in this
manual were correct at the time of publication. However, as the
product is undergoing continuous development, the final device
may have a slightly different appearance or modified functionality
than presented in this manual.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this gobii 7” Colour LCD eReader. Please
read this user manual to help you get the most out of your
purchase.
Package Contents
•gobii 7” Colour LCD eReader
•USB cable for data transfer and charging
•Instruction Manual
•Stereo Headphones
•Neoprene Pouch
Need help?
Should you experience any technical issues with your eReader,
please contact our helpdesk.
0861 525242 or
[e-mail]
The kalahari.com helpdesk operates weekdays from 08:00 to
21:00 and Saturdays 08:00 to 14:00.

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Getting Started
Parts and Controls
1. Audio jack
2. Mini USB port – for data transfer and emergency charging
3. icroSD card slot – supports microSD card
4. Menu button – press to display Option Menu
5. Zoo button – press to adjust font size or to zoom in/out
6. Play/Pause button – to enter into music playing menu
7. Return button – press once to return to previous menu,
press and hold to return to Home menu
8. Directional buttons – to move cursor
9. OK/Enter button
10. Previous page button – press to turn to previous page
11. Next page button – press to turn to next page
12. Power button – press and hold for 3 seconds to turn on/off,
press and hold 6 seconds to reset
13. Charging indicator – when the reader is being charged, red
light is on, when fully charged, blue light is on.
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Getting Started
Turning the eReader’s Power On and Off
•Press and hold the [Power] button for 2 seconds to turn the
eReader on.
•It may take a few moments for the eReader to turn on and load
its contents.
•If the eReader does not turn on, charging may be required.
•To turn the eReader off, press and hold the [Power] button for
2 seconds.
Charging the eReader
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Please charge your eReader for a ini u of 6 hours
before you use it for the first time. See more info in
‘Battery Care Tips’ section on page 22.
•You need to charge the eReader prior to using it for the first
time or when battery power is low.
•Charge the eReader by connecting it to your computer using
the USB cable supplied.
•Please switch the eReader to standby mode to shorten the
charging process.
•It will take about 6 hours to fully charge the eReader in standby
mode (LCD off).
•When the USB cable is connected to the eReader for charging,
the eReader will automatically enter into standby mode after
remaining idle for 60 seconds. Press the [Power] button to
resume full functionality.
•The battery status is displayed in the bottom left corner. The
remaining battery playback time is displayed right next to the
battery icon.

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Getting Started
Inserting the Me ory Card
The eReader supports microSD cards in both FAT and NTFS file
systems. NTFS is needed to copy files larger than 4GB.
To insert a memory card:
•Check that the microSD card is in the correct position with the
contact pin facing upwards as illustrated below. You may
damage the card and the eReader if the card is not inserted
correctly.
•Push the card into the card slot until it clicks.
•To remove the card, push the card once again until it clicks.
•When a card is inserted or ejected from the eReader, it may
take few seconds for the eReader to update the content.
•Please avoid inserting or ejecting a card when other operations
are taking place as this may cause the system to hang.
•Do not remove the card if the content on the card is being
played. This will halt the operation of the eReader and cause
the eReader to restart.
•If the system stops responding, press and hold the <Power>
button for 6 seconds to reset and turn it off.
Li itations with NTFS file syste :
•eBooks stored on the microSD card are not recognized by the
kalahari.com eReader software when connected to a PC.
•Direct copying of files from internal memory to the card is not
supported.
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Getting Started
Starting fro Ho e Menu
When the eReader is turned on, you will enter into the Home
Menu.
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• Library
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• Battery Indicator
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• Page Number
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• Time & Date
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1. Continue Reading
Displays the page of the last read
eBook. Press the <OK> button to
open the last read page.
2. Library
Displays the list of available
eBooks. Move the cursor to the
desired book and press <OK> to
open it.
3. Battery Indicator
Displays battery status during
operation.
4. Page Nu ber
Displays the current page number
and total available pages.
5. Ti e & Date
Displays the current time and
date, you can set this in the
[Settings] menu.
6. File Directory
Indicates the location where the
file is stored. SD – SD card, INT –
internal memory.

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Getting Started
Entering the Option Menu
To access available functions, press the
[Menu] button to display the Option
Menu as illustrated.
Press the directional key to move the
cursor to the desired option. When
you select an option, it will be
highlighted. Press <OK> to enter.
To exit from the Option menu, move
the cursor to and press <OK> to
confirm.
Alternatively, press the <Return>
button to exit.
To sort eBooks by different categories:
Title, Author, Category, Date or Format
Skip to a specific page.
Read from previously added bookmarks.
Adjust the brightness of the display screen.
Enter into Video Player
Enter into Music Player
Enter into Photo Viewer
Enter into File Explorer for advanced file management
Enter into System Settings and to read the user guide
Open your favourite eBook list.
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I porting Content
I porting General Content
•The eReader supports USB Mass Storage Device functionality.
•To import contents (eBooks, video, audio, photo etc.) into the
eReader, connect the eReader to your PC via the supplied USB
cable.
•Upon successful connection to your PC, the eReader will enter
USB mode and all operations will be halted.
•Go to [My Computer]; double click on the eReader s disk to
open.
•Perform normal file management operation like with other
USB devices.
I porting Adobe DRM Protected Content
The eReader supports Adobe DRM protected content. Adobe
Digtial Editions is required to transfer content to the gobii
eReader.
Installing Adobe Digtial Editions
eBooks downloaded from the kalahari.com website are copy
protected using Adobe Digital Rights Management. To load
materials onto your gobii, you first need to download these items
onto your computer. We then use a program called Adobe Digital
Editions to help you organise your library, keep track of what
you ve read, and decide which books you want to put onto your
gobii and which you d prefer to keep on your computer.
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View the Getting Started guide on the site:
www.kalahari.com/gobii to see how to install and use
Adobe Digital Editions with the gobii eReader.

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Installing Adobe Digtial Editions
Getting Started
1. Register for an ADOBE ID, it s free and easy to do.
https://www.adobe.com/cf sion/membership/index.cfm
2. Install and authorise Adobe Digital Editions on your PC or MAC.
3. Download Adobe Digital Editions from Adobe s website.
4. Run the installer package and follow the default instructions to
install the application.
5. The installer will place a shortcut to Adobe Digital Editions on
your desktop, double click the icon to run Adobe Digital
Editions.
6. Alternatively, find Adobe Digital Editions on your Start Menu >
All Programs > Adobe > Adobe Digital Editions 2.0 > Adobe
Digital Editions 2.0
7. To authorise your computer - with Adobe Digital Editions
running, go to Help > Authorise Computer
8. Choose: eBook Vendor Adobe ID
Adobe ID: Your Adobe ID created
Password: Your password created
DO NOT CHOOSE: I want to Authorise your computer without
an ID! This will make any new eBook downloads unreadable on
other devices.
Reading eBooks bought fro kalahari.co
1. Register on kalahari.com to get an account.
https://www.kalahari.com/ct/registration
2. Buy an eBook from the eBooks shop.
http://www.kalahari.com/Digital-Downloads/N-8hrZ1z141o6
3. Go to your Digital Library where you ll find the eBook you
bought. If the status is ‘available you can click the button to
download. You will be prompted to confirm you have
completed all the steps before downloading.
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Reading eBooks bought fro kalahari.co
When you have downloaded, find the file you have
downloaded and double click it. Adobe Digital Editions should
open and begin downloading your eBook.
4. To add the book to your gobii, simply connect your device and
then drag and drop the book onto your gobii bookshelf with the
Adobe Digital Editions window.
Take care when downloading eBooks you have acquired from free
websites as these may cause your eReader to become
unresponsive, freeze or randomly reboot. They can also make
zoom, font change, font colour and other features to stop
working.
Notes on using Adobe Digital Editions
Each Adobe ID supports only 6 devices.
When the eReader is restored to the default settings, ALL DRM
activation records and data (including DRM eBooks purchased)
will be erased from the eReader. You are required to authorise
the device with your Adobe ID again.
When the number of authorised devices has exceeded the
allowable amount, you will come across the following error
message:
E_ACT_TOO_MANY_ACTIVATIONS
To request an extension and reset your Adobe ID, call the
kalahari.com helpdesk on 0861 525242.

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Reading eBooks
Opening an eBook
•eBooks transferred to eReader will be listed in the Home
Menu.
•The eReader supports eBooks in EPUB, PDF, and TXT formats.
•Use the <Directional> buttons to move the cursor to select a
eBook and press <OK> to open.
eBook Page Interface
Turning eBook pages
•When reading a page, press <Next Page> or the <Directional-
Right> button to turn to the next page. To turn to the previous
page, press <Previous Page> or the <Directional-Left> button.
Adjusting the Font Size
•When reading a page, press the <Zoom> button to enter the
font size menu.
•There are 5 font sizes available:
Small, Medium, Large, XLarge and XXLarge.
•Move the cursor to the desired font size
then press <OK> to confirm.
•It may take some time for the fonts to be resized.
Re aining
Battery Life
Current Page / Total Page
Font Size
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Reading eBooks
Zoo ing In/Out
•You will need to use the zooming
function to enlarge images available
in the eBook (EPUB & PDF file).
•From the size menu, select [Enlarge].
•The zoom menu will appear.
•Move the cursor to the desired zoom level and press <OK>.
•In zoom mode, use the <Directional> buttons to pan across the
zoomed page.
•Page turning is disabled in zoom mode.
•Press <Return> to exit zoom mode, return to the original size
and resume normal eBook reading functions.
Using the Option Menu when Reading
When reading a page, press the <Menu> button to enter the
Option Menu.
Available options:
1. Add / Delete Bookmark
2. Bookmarks
3. Go to Page
4. Music
5. Auto flip
6. eBook Information
7. Rotate
8. Display Settings
9. Add to Favourite
Adding a Book ark
When reading, turn to the desired page that you would like to
bookmark. Press the <Menu> button, move the cursor to [Add
Bookmark] and then press <OK>.

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Reading eBooks
Deleting a Book ark
•Turn to the bookmarked page that needs to be deleted. Press
<Menu> and move the cursor to <Delete Bookmark>. Press
<OK> to confirm.
•Alternatively, you can delete the bookmark from the Bookmark
List.
•In the Bookmark list, press <Menu> and select [Delete] to
delete the selected bookmark.
Read fro Book arks in Ho e Menu
•From the Home Menu, press <Menu> and select [Bookmarks]
to enter Bookmark List.
•In the Bookmark List, move the cursor to the desired
bookmark; press <OK> to open.
•To delete the bookmark from the Bookmark List, press <Menu>
to display the [Option Menu] and select [Delete] to confirm.
Read fro Book arks in Current eBook
•When reading a page, press <Menu> and select [Bookmarks] to
enter into the Bookmark List.
•In Bookmark List, move the cursor to the desired page and
press <OK> to open.
•To delete the bookmark from the Bookmark List, Press <Menu>
to display the Option Menu and select [Delete] to confirm.
Lower window displays the list of
books with bookmarks. Press <OK>
on the desired book to view the
available bookmark list.
Upper window displays a quick
preview of the selected eBook.
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Reading eBooks
Go to Page
You can skip to pages using the [Go to Page]
option.
•In the Option Menu, select [Go to Page].
•Once in the Go to Page menu, move the
cursor using the <Directional-Left/Right> button.
•Input the desired page number using the <Directional –
Up/Down> button.
•Move the cursor to [Apply] then press <OK> to apply settings.
Auto Flip
You can set the eReader to [Auto Flip] mode to automatically turn
the page. The auto flip durations available are: 10s, 20s, 30s, 40s,
50s, 1 min.
eBook Infor ation
You can check the information of the current eBook from the
[eBook Information] option. This will show:
•Title
•Author
•Publisher
•File Type
•Date added
•File size
•Expiration
Depending on the source of the eBook that you have
downloaded/purchased, some of the information may not be
available.

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Reading eBooks
Rotate
The [Rotate] option allows you to rotate the display orientation
90
o
in a clockwise direction to a landscape orientation. To return
to the original orientation, press <Menu> and enter <Rotate>
once again.
For models fitted with G sensor, simply rotate the eReader in a
clock wise direction to rotate the viewing orientation.
•In landscape view, the Option Menu is divided into 2 pages. To
access options in the second page, move the cursor to the
[More>] icon in the top right corner of the Option Menu and
then enter.
•To return to the previous page, move the cursor to [< Back]
and then enter.
Display Settings
•To adjust the font colour, background colour, or brightness
during reading.
•Changing of font colour and background colour are only
applicable to TXT and EPUB documents.
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Reading eBooks
Add to Favourite
•You can add eBooks to your Favourite List. In the Option menu,
move the cursor to [Add to Favourite] to add current eBook to
your Favourite List.
•To view eBooks in your Favourite List, from Home Menu, press
<Menu> button and select [Favourite].
•To remove a eBook from Favourites:
1. Enter your Favourite List from Home menu. Move the cursor
to the desired eBook title. Press the <Menu> button and
select [Delete] from the dropdown list.
2. From reading page, press the <Menu> button and select
[Remove from Favourite] from the Option Menu.
Background Music Playback while reading a eBook
•The eReader supports
background music playing
when reading eBooks or
viewing photos.
•To control music playback
while reading a eBook,
press the <Music> button
and a mini music player control bar will appear at the bottom
of the page.
•Press the music control buttons to control music playback.
•To return to the eBook page, press the <Return> button and
resume normal eBook reading controls.

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Playing Audio Files
Music Player
•From the Home Menu, press
<Menu> to display the Option
Menu.
•Move the cursor to [Music] and
press <OK> to confirm.
•In the Music player, press <OK>
to play/pause music playing.
•Press <Directional Right> to play
the next song, or press and hold
to Fast Forward button.
•Press <Directional Left> to play
the previous song, or press and
hold to Rewind.
•Press <Directional Up> to
increase the volume.
•Press <Directional Down> to
decrease the volume.
Using the Option Menu in Music Player
EQ settings – move the cursor to [EQ Settings], press
the [Left] or [Right] button to select the desired EQ
mode.
Play Mode
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move the cursor to [Play Mode], press the
[Left] or [Right] button to select the desired Play mode.
To view all stored audio files.
To sort audio files by genre
To sort audio files by album.
To sort audio files by artist.
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Playing Video Files
Video Player
•
From the Home Menu, open the Option menu and select
and enter the video library.
•In video library, move the cursor to your desired video file and
press <OK> to start playing.
•During video playback, the button functionality is as indicated
below:
Enter / Exit Full Screen
Press Zoom button
Increase/Decrease Volu e Press <Directional-Left/Right> button
Previous
V
ideo / Fast Rewind
Press <Directional
-
Down> button
Next Video / Fast Forward
Press <Directional
-
up> button
Play / Pause
a video
Press <OK
> button
Using the Option Menu During Video Playback
During video playback, press the <Menu> button to display the
Option Menu.
To Display Subtitles during Video Playback
•The eReader supports subtitles of sub, ssa, srt, and lrc format.
•The file name of the subtitles must be identical to that of the
video file. The subtitles will be loaded automatically during
video playback.
Press the <Left>/<Right> button
to switch between [Loop] &
[Repeat].
Loop
: to play all video files
available in the
list.
Repeat
: repeat the current video
Press
the
<OK> button to enter
[Full Screen] or [Fit to screen
Display
].