iRex 1000 series User manual

User Manual for iRex Digital
Reader 1000 series
September 2008

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Contents
3Preface
4Copyright
4Disclaimer
5Warranty and Safety Information
8General Information
11 Getting Started
21 Menus, Status Area, and Browsing Folders
29 Home
30 Documents
34 Inbox
35 Help
36 Dictionaries2
37 WritePads2
38 Navigating and Reading a Document
58 Settings
64 iRex Companion Software
69 Extra Device Information
70 Troubleshooting
73 Icon Index

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Preface
Welcome to the world of digital reading and writing!
At iRex, we take pride in offering you the best possible reading and writing
experience from a digital reader device. Being the leader in electronic paper
display technologies, we have taken yet another monumental step with this
second generation of digital reader devices.
iRex offers you many best-in-class performance elements that will make your
reading more productive and enjoyable and will help you organize and manage
all your reading habits in one device. Seamless integration with your PC
environment will make the experience only more pleasurable. You may expect
from us the continued promise of providing new features and applications.
After you have acquainted yourself with your Digital Reader, it is important
to create an account to download free new software upgrades for your
device. Please go to https://myirex.irexnet.com, click the link ‘Create New User’
and follow the steps described.
Once it has been set up, you can:
Get software upgradesÌ
Download the latest User Manual and Quick Reference GuideÌ
Store content in your personal secure library (planned).Ì
Share content with other Digital Readers or user accounts (planned).Ì
And much more to come…Ì
We hope you will join iRex with our continued effort to conserve natural
resources and protect the environment by reducing the amount of paper that is
printed each day. The iRex team wishes you a memorable reading experience
and, if you have suggestions or questions, please feel free to send an email to
[e-mail].

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Copyright
All Rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in parts is prohibited without a written consent of the
copyright owner.
iRex Technologies BV©2008
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in
this manual is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors
or omissions. iRex Technologies reserves the right to change the specications
of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in
a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means,
without the prior written permission of iRex Technologies.
iRex Technologies does not accept any liability for damages resulting from
corrupted or lost data due to erroneous operation or malfunction of the Digital
Reader, the software, personal computers, peripheral devices, USB, or SD
cards.

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Warranty and Safety Information
Please read this manual carefully before using the device. The iRex Digital
Reader should only be connected and used in the way described in this manual.
Product Warranty
Damage and defects that are not the direct result of shipping or
manufacturing will not be covered by warranty. Please be aware that
the display screen of this device is made from glass and can be scratched
or broken if mistreated. Any damage caused by re, accident, misuse, or
unauthorized alterations to the device is not covered by warranty.
Exposure to Moisture
Do not expose this device to water, extreme humidity, or liquids of
any kind. Damage caused by moisture is not covered by warranty. If the
device does get wet, turn the device off, wait for it to dry, and turn it on
again. If the device does not work properly after drying, you can contact
customer support to arrange for it to be repaired. It is also advised to avoid
exposure to dust and sand as much as possible.
Extreme Temperatures
Avoid using the device in temperatures below 0°C/32°F or above
45°C/113°F.
The device can be stored in temperatures ranging from -20°C/-4°F to
70 °C /158 °F.
Exposure to Direct Sunlight
Do not leave the display exposed to direct sunlight for extended
periods of time. Use a protective cover (available for purchase) to shield
the device from the sun.

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Cleaning
Only use a soft, damp, lint free cloth to clean your device. Cleaning
solutions and aerosol sprays can damage the device and should not be used.
Make sure the device is unplugged while cleaning and avoid getting moisture
in the openings.
Battery Safety
The Digital Reader uses a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery to power the
device. You do not need to remove the battery to charge it; the
battery is charged by USB.
Do not expose the battery to re, or direct sunlightÌ
Do not attempt to open or alter the batteryÌ
Do not dispose the battery with household wasteÌ
Keep the battery out of reach of childrenÌ
Professional Maintenance
Never open the device or attempt to repair it. Opening the device will
void any warranty and release the manufacturer from all responsibilities.
If you feel your device is defective, please contact customer support to
arrange for it to be repaired.
Proper Disposal of the Device
Please join iRex in conserving natural resources and protecting the
environment by recycling your device when it has reached the end of its life
cycle. You can contact your local authorities for information about laws and
regulations regarding the proper disposal of this device.

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Make Backups
It is always a good idea to make a backup of your information on a
regular basis. This Digital Reader is a portable device like any other, and
it is possible that it gets lost or the information on the memory card is
accidentally erased.

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General Information
Software updates, information about networks and how to get extra help are
among the topics discussed in this chapter.
Included Pieces in the Box
1 iRex Digital Reader
1 Mini USB Cable
1 1GB SD Card
1 Stylus2
Software Updates
As new features are available for your device, software updates will be released.
Some of these updates will be automatically installed on your device in order to
ensure it is running properly, while other updates are optional.

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Installing Software Updates
You can nd detailed information about how to download and install software
updates in the iRex Companion Software chapter. But to start, you will need:
a computer with an active Internet connectionÌ
a mini USB cableÌ
a valid MyiRex accountÌ
Network Services
iDS (iRex Delivery Service)
iDS is a service that iRex uses to deliver software updates, subscriptions, and
other information to your device. In order to participate, you need to have an
active MyiRex account. If an account was not created for you by your provider,
you can go to https://myirex.irexnet.com or use the included iRex Companion
Software and click on the Inbox tab to create one.
Subscriptions
By using the iDS, iRex is able to deliver a variety of subscriptions,
such as newspapers, to your device. Please see the iRex website
www.irextechnologies.com for more information about subscriptions.
Downloading and Creating Content
e-Books – There are lots of great places you can download content
for your device from. You can nd a list of e-Book retailers at
http://www.irextechnologies.com/list_content.
HTML – You can also save most web pages in HTML format and view them on
the device.
PDF Printer – Another option is to install the included PDF Software on your
computer and print or convert your documents to PDF format.

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Support
If you have any questions, comments, or experience problems with your
device, you will nd a Troubleshooter section and forum on the iRex website
(http://support.irexnet.com/). You can also reach these support pages by
choosing Support Website from the Help tab in the included iRex Companion
Software.

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Getting Started
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Parts of the Device
1 SD Card Slot
2 Function Extension Slot
3 Mini-USB Connection
4 Reset Button

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Parts of the Device
5 Arrow Up Sensor
6 Enter/Open Sensor
7 Arrow Down Sensor
8 Arrow Left Sensor
9 Menu Open/On Sensor
10 Arrow Right Sensor
11 Main LED Indicator
12 Sensor LED Indicators

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Main LED Indicator
Above the screen, you will see a LED (Light Emitting Diode). This light will change
colour depending on the state the device is in.
Device is and is the LED will be:
Restarting Not Charging
Steady Red - the battery is too low to turn
the device on
Fast Blinking Green - the device is busy
restarting
Charging Fast Blinking Green - the device and LED
will turn on
Turned Off Not Charging No LED
Turned On Not Charging
Slow Blinking Green - device is on
Fast Blinking Green - device is busy
Slow Blinking Red - battery is low
Charging
Steady Orange - battery is charging
Steady Green - battery is fully charged

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Charging the Battery
The easiest way to charge the battery is to connect the device to a computer
using the included USB cable.
Is it charging?
You can tell if the device is charging by looking at the main LED indicator above
the screen. While the battery is charging, the LED will be orange. As soon as
the battery is fully charged, it will turn to green.
If your device is turned off and you plug it in, the device and LED will turn on. If
your device is attached to the USB and you decide to turn it off, both the screen
and main LED will turn off but the device will remain charging.
How long should it charge?
The rst time you charge the battery, it should charge longer than necessary in
order to extend the lifetime of the battery. When the device is turned off, it will
take approximately 3 hours to charge a completely empty battery. If you are
using the device while it is charging, it will take longer to charge.

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Battery Tips
To stretch the most out of the battery, you can turn the stylus2, lights, and sound off.
Learn more about these in Settings.
Turning the Device On and Off
Once the device has been charged, it is ready to be turned on and used. If the
battery was fully empty when you began charging, the device will turn itself on
when it can be used.
Turn the Device On
Place your nger on the Ì●sensor below the screen until you hear a beep
(approximately 1½ seconds), and then remove your nger
The screen will turn on and the device will begin starting up; you will see a start upÌ
screen while it is busy
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Turn the Device Off
Tap on the lowerÌ● sensor with your nger. The menu will open
ChooseÌMenu>Turn Off from the bottom row in the menu. The device will start to
power down and then turn off
Using the Sensors
The type of sensors used in the Digital Reader are called capacitive sensors.
These work by sensing your ngertip through the plastic. This means that you
don’t need to apply any pressure on the sensors; the contact of your skin to
the plastic is enough. Next to each sensor is a small green LED that will let you
know that it has sensed your nger and you will also hear a beep.
Terms
In the rest of this manual, the terms ‘Tap’, ‘Long Press’, ‘Hold’, and ‘Cancel’ will
be referred to when describing how to touch the sensors.
Tap – is when you quickly touch a sensor with your nger. Technically speaking,
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Long Press – is when you touch a sensor and keep your nger on it for more
than ½ a second. The light next to the sensor will dim to tell you that you have
reached the time frame of a long press and can remove your nger for actions
such as jumping pages
Hold – is when you keep your nger on the sensor
Cancel – hold your nger on the sensor for more than 2½ seconds and then
remove it to cancel an action
Sensor Shortcuts
All the shortcuts for the sensors are listed below
Do To
Long Press lower, middle ●Turn Device On
Tap lower, middle ●Open and Close the Menu
Tap a side ●
Open a File or Folder
Choose a Menu Function
Click a Button
Check/Uncheck Boxes
Tap ▲Move Selection Box Up
Turn 1 Page Backward
Tap ▼Move Selection Box Down
Turn 1 Page Forward
Tap ◀Turn Selection Box Left
Turn 1 Page Backward

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Sensor Shortcuts
All the shortcuts for the sensors are listed below
Do To
Tap ▶Move Selection Box Right
Turn 1 Page Forward
Long Press ▲Move Selection Box to Top of column
Turn 5 Pages Backward
Long Press ▼Move Selection Box to Bottom of column
Turn 5 Pages Forward
Long Press ◀Move Selection Box to Start of Row
Turn 5 Pages Backward
Long Press ▶Move Selection Box to End of Row
Turn 5 Pages Forward
Hold side ●and Tap ▼or ▶Find Next Hyperlink
Hold side●and Tap ▲or ◀Find Previous Hyperlink
Hold side●and Tap another side ●Go Back after using a Hyperlink
Tap ▲, ▼, ◀,or ▶Pans the screen when zoomed in and the Pan
function is selected
Hold ●and Tap with stylus Select multiple les or folders

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Sensor Shortcuts
All the shortcuts for the sensors are listed below
Do To
Hold ▼and Tap another ▼Unlock Sensors
SD Cards and Internal Memory
The device has limited internal memory that is used to run the system and
applications on the device. Your les, folders, iRex Companion Software, and
settings are saved directly to the SD card. This has a big advantage to it; when
you remove the SD card, all your information stays securely with you and not
on the device.
Inserting the SD card
Insert the card into the card slot on the bottom of the device. Press the card in
with your nger until you hear or feel it ‘click’. If the card doesn’t want to slide
into the slot, it’s possible it is upside down. Flip the card over and try again.
Removing the SD card
To remove the card from the device, push the card into the device until you
hear or feel it ‘click’. Pull back your nger and the card will eject from the slot.
You can now pull it free from the device.

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Important! Always ‘Safely Remove’ the SD Card
Never remove the SD card while the device or Companion Software is busy. If the
card is removed information on the card could be lost or corrupted.
You can Safely Remove the SD card from the device by selecting
Menu>Safely Remove from the bottom row. A message will be displayed when it is
safe to remove the card from the device.
Using the Device without a SD Card
The device will still work without a card inserted, but because the card holds
the content, there isn’t much to look at. The Home and Settings icons will still
appear on the screen, but the shortcuts will have disappeared. All the settings
will be removed from the device, but it will remember the language, lights,
and sound settings as well as leave you the option to format new cards for the
device. You can read about these in the section about Settings.
Copying the Contents of the SD Card to a New Card or Computer
If you wish to upgrade to another SD card or make a backup of the card on
your computer, you can use the included iRex Companion Software to copy
or move the contents of the card to another location. Please refer to the
iRex Companion Software information for more details about making backups.
Using Your Card on another Device
If you were to insert your SD card in another device, your own settings will be
used on the new device. You will also be able to browse your own content on the
device, but any documents that are DRM (Digital Rights Management) protected
will not open.