Written by Thomas
Edited on
6 September 2022
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07:43
How do you set up a PocketBook e-reader?
You recently became the proud owner of a PocketBook e-reader and you can't wait to get started right away. But how do you set it up? And what do you need for that? We'll explain how to set up your PocketBook e-reader step by step.
Set up PocketBook e-reader in 6 steps
In this article, we'll go through the following steps:
- Start the e-reader
- Connect to WiFi
- Download available updates
- Link your email address
- Set the date and time
- Getting started
Do you want to know how to put books on the device? Read our article.
Step 1: start the e-reader
Charge the e-reader for at least half an hour before you start.
- Start the e-reader.
- Select the language and tap 'Next'.
- Read the license agreement and tap 'Apply'.
Start the e-reader
Select the language.
Accept the license agreement.
Step 2: connect your e-reader to a WiFi network
You can now connect the e-reader to a WiFi network. Select the network and enter the password. Tap 'Next'.
Via WiFi, you can download the latest updates and put books on your e-reader. You can also put books on your device via the micro USB cable and your computer.
Step 3: download available updates
The device will now look for available updates. If there are updates, tap 'Download and update'. Wait until the e-reader is done with the update.
Step 4: connect your email address
Do you want to put books on your PocketBook e-reader via email? Enter your email address and password. You'll receive an email from PocketBook to confirm your email address. Once you've done this, you can put e-books on your e-reader by sending them to the email address in the confirmation email as an attachment. This address ends with @pbsync.com.
Step 5: set the date and time
Didn't you connect the e-reader to a WiFi network yet? You'll have to set the date and time manually. This will happen automatically if you're connected to WiFi.
Step 6: getting started
Your e-reader is now ready for use. Read one of the pre-installed books or expand your digital bookcase by putting e-books on your e-reader yourself. In our article, you can read how to do this.
Article by Thomas
E-reader Expert.
