Pocketbook 301 plus User manual

E-BOOKS READER
PocketBook 301 PLUS
User Guide

POCKETBOOK 301PLUS
E-BOOK READER
1GENERAL INFORMATION
Precautions
Description
Before use
2 USING the DEVICE
2.1 Main Menu
Recently Opened Books
Books
News
Selected Favorites
Photos
Music
Accessories
Notes
Calendar
Settings
2.2 E-books Reading
Storing Books
Opening Books
Turning Pages
Changing the Font Size
Reference Section
2.3 Fast Access Menu
Short-cut to Page
Book Rotation
Scale
Bookmarks
Notes
Search
Contents
Dictionary
Settings
Quick Switch Between Books
2.4 Keyboard
2.5 Solving Problems
3 SPECIFICATIONS
4 WHAT’S IN THE BOX
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Following these safety rules will prolong the life of your device.
Do not expose this device to direct sun or to
extreme temperatures. The optimal working
temperature is between 32˚F and 110˚F.
Prevent exposure to moisture, which can damage
the battery and electronic parts. Do not store this
device in areas of high humidity. If liquids
penetrate your E-reader, turn it off immediately
and remove the battery. Take the device to a
service center for repair.
Do not place the device on rough, uneven, or
unsteady surfaces. If it falls, have an authorized
technician check it.
Do not press the display surface. Protect it from
objects which can damage or scratch the surface.
Do not place the device in dusty or dirty
surroundings.
Avoid strong magnetic and electromagnetic fields.
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Do not use chemical solvents to clean the display
screen or case. Use a soft cloth to remove dust. To
remove dirt or stubborn stains, place a few drops of
distilled water on the cloth and rub gently.
Do not disassemble the device without qualified
assistance.
Do not operate with a damaged battery, charger,
case, poor connection, frayed power cable, or
damaged SD card. If the casing breaks, or
electrolyte fluids dissipate, replace it immediately.
Warning! The display has a glass base. If cracked
or shattered, keep away from children, use caution
in handling, and take it to an authorized service
center for repair.
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Indicator
A green light signifies that the device is operating (pages are
loading, music is playing). When the battery is charging, the light is red
or orange. When fully charged, the color changes to green then fades.
Up, Down, Left, Right
Navigates the menu.
ОК
Confirms your selection or routes to the quick access menu.
Music
Press briefly to access the music program. To pause or to replay, press
and hold for a longer period.
Menu
Accesses the main menu.
Return
Returns to the previous menu or closes the book. To close the program,
press and hold for a longer period.
Notes
Add or review notes.
“PLUS,” “ –"
Controls music volume.
Mini USB Jack
Connects to a computer or charger (optional).
Earphone Jack
Connects earphones to a 2.5 mm plug. Use a special adapter to connect
to a 3.5 mm plug.
On/Off
To switch the device on or off, press and hold; to access a list of the last
ten books read, press briefly.
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Slot for SD card
Opening for insertion of an external memory card (SD card may be
optional).
Reset
Reloads the device.
RESTARTING PROCEDURE
Charge the device, having connected it by USB-cable to the computer or charging device.
In order to prolong battery lifetime, make the first charge during at least 8-10 hours.
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Charge the device by connecting it with a USB cable to a computer or
other power source.
To prolong the life of the battery, initially charge it for a period of
eight to ten (8-10) hours.
Insert the SD card into the opening as shown on the back of the device.
To turn the device on, depress the On button.
Insert SD-card into the slot, as it is shown in the backside of the device.
Slot for SD-card
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Button “On/Off”

After charging the device, turn the switch on and the main menu will
appear on the display.
RECENTLY OPENED BOOKS
Provides fast access to two, recently-opened books. Using the UP or
Down button, point the cursor to select one of the books. Press the OK
button to verify your selection and to open the book.
BOOKS
Opens folders and a list of book titles stored in the device’s internal
memory or SD card. Use the UP or Down button to move within the list;
the Right or Left button to move to the previous or next page; and, the
OK button to select your book. To return to the previous menu while on
the first page listing, press the Left button or the Return button. Pressing
and holding the OK button will display a context menu enabling you to
move, delete, or add a book to selected favorites.
NEWS
You can read RSS news from websites supporting this function. To load
news automatically, use the Pocketnews program, which can be
downloaded from www.PocketBookReader.com/support/downloads/
Pocketnews.
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SELECTED FAVORITES
To compile a list of frequently used books, while in the Books section,
choose a title with your cursor, press and hold the OK button, then
choose Add to selected favorites from the context menu. In this
mode, pressing the Notes button will remove a book from the list of
favorites but will not delete the book from the device.
PHOTOS
You can view photos in JPG, BMP, PNG and TIFF formats. To view photos
manually, use the Right or Left keys. Select the slide show mode to view
automatically. To return to the main menu, either press the Return
button or choose Exit from the menu.
MUSIC
This device plays music in MP3 format. Select music from the list using
the UP or Down button and press OK to confirm selection. To move to
the next song or to a previous one, press the Right or Left buttons
respectively. While music is playing, pressing and holding these buttons
will result in the following:
Right or Left −rewinds or moves forward
OK −pauses
“PLUS”or “-” –increases or reduces volume.
The Menu button changes the mode of playing, as a single selection,
multiple selections, or in the order requested. To close the player, use
the Return button.
ACCESSORIES
This section includes games and additional programs.
Calculator −Enables four arithmetic functions, calculates percentages
and square root extractions.
Clock −Turns your Pocketbook 301 into a table-top digital clock.
Chess −Play with an electronic or live opponent.
Solitaire, Sea-battle, or Sudoku –Popular games.
Dictionary −Multilingual capacity.
When using the Dictionary application, a virtual keyboard will appear on
the display (see Keyboard for instructions). Enter a word and the
program will retrieve its definition. Hold the OK button to return to the
full display mode.
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