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Charging your reader
For initial use, you need to charge your reader for 30 minutes. After that you can
charge as needed.
Connect the micro USB connector on your reader, and then connect the USB
connector to the AC adapter. Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet and
charge the device.
It is normal for the reader to heat up when charging or during long periods of use.
All Acer readers are factory tested before release.
Navigation dial and selection button
The 4-way navigation dial allows you to select items on the screen. The selected
item is indicated by a box or a line. Press the dial to make a selection.
Keyboard
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Your reader features a mini keyboard that allows you to enter notes and type text for book and Internet searches. Simply select a text box
and tap keys to enter text. Press and hold the
(shift) key to enter upper-case letters (however, see 'Changing keyboard input language').
• Entering numbers
Press and hold the
key and then press a key from the top-row to type the associated number.
• Entering symbols
Press the
key to display a set of symbols and special characters you can enter. Use the navigation dial to select a symbol and press
the navigation dial to enter it into the text box.
• Changing keyboard input language
Briefly press the
(shift) key to cycle through different text input languages. The current language is indicated with a symbol in the top
status bar (e.g. EN = English). Keyboard layout will change to match the language (e.g. AZERTY for French).
Connecting to a PC
You can transfer books and files to your reader from your computer. Connect the micro USB connector to your reader, and the USB client
connector into an available USB port on your computer. The internal storage and any memory card in your reader will be visible as a USB
drive.
Opening your Barnes & Noble account
The Barnes & Noble bookstore allows you to purchase and download eBooks for your reader. With Internet access you can browse and
purchase items on your reader.
Before browsing the Barnes and Noble store with your reader, you must apply for a Barnes & Noble account from a PC with Internet access.
• Creating an account with Barnes & Noble
1. Using your computer's browser, go to www.bn.com/account.
2. Select Create an Account (if you do not see this, first select My Account).
3. Enter the information requested to create login information for your account (including your email address and name). Note down
this information as you will need it when accessing Barnes and Noble from your reader.
4. Select Create Account & Continue.
5. You will be asked for further information that will allow you to purchase and download eBooks.
Note: You need to provide credit card and billing address information to purchase books from Barnes & Noble.
• Accessing Barnes & Noble from your reader
1. Turn on your reader.
2. Press the Menu button, select Turn on Wi-Fi or Turn on 3G.
3. Select the Barnes & Noble Library from your reader's Home page.
4. Enter the email address and password you used when you created your Barnes & Noble account.
Tip: To enter '@', or any other symbol, press SYM, and then use the navigation dial to select the symbol for the list. Press the selection
button to enter the symbol in the text.
Turning your reader off
If you will not use your reader for a while, briefly slide and release the power button to lock access.
An image will be displayed on the screen while the reader is off; this does not use any power.
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More information
For more information about your reader, and using its features, please read the User Guide installed on your reader.
Safety Information
• Use only the batteries and power adapter provided by the manufacturer. The use of unauthorized accessories may void your warranty.
• Unplug the power adapter from the wall outlet during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
• Do not expose the reader to direct sunlight.
• Do not store your reader in temperatures higher than 60ºC or 140ºF.
• Do not use harsh chemicals or detergents to clean your reader.
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• Do not handle the reader with wet hands while it is being charged. This may cause an electric shock or serious damage to the reader.
Safety in aircraft
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft's navigation system and its communications network, using this
reader's wireless functions on board an airplane is against the law in most countries. If you want to use this reader when on board an
aircraft, remember to turn off the Wi-Fi and 3G options.
FCC Regulations
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
WEEE Notice
The WEEE logo on the product or on its box indicates that this product must not be disposed of or dumped with your other household
waste. You are liable to dispose of all your electronic or electrical waste equipment by relocating over to the specified collection point for
recycling of such hazardous waste. Isolated collection and proper recovery of your electronic and electrical waste equipment at the time
of disposal will allow us to help conserve natural resources. Moreover, proper recycling of the electronic and electrical waste equipment
will ensure safety of human health and environment. For more information about electronic and electrical waste equipment disposal,
recovery, and collection points, please contact your local city center, household waste disposal service, shop from where you purchased the
equipment, or manufacturer of the equipment.
RoHS Compliance
This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.
European Union Regulatory Conformance
The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of
exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: EN 301
511, EN 300 328, EN 300 440-1/-2, EN 301 908-1/-2,EN 301 489-1/-3/-7/-17/-24, EN0 55022, EN 55024, EN 60950-1, EN 50332-1, EN 50332-2, EN
50360, EN 62209-1, EN 55013, EN 55020.
Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by the manufacturer could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to
operate the product. This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices
and shielded cables between system components. It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between
system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.
We, hereby, declare that this cellular, & Bluetooth radio is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
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