Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (12th Generation)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition User Manual

Model: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (12th Generation)

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Welcome to the user manual for your new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. This device is designed to provide an optimal reading experience with its high-resolution display, long battery life, and advanced features like wireless charging and an auto-adjusting front light. This manual will guide you through the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Kindle device.

Blaen ac yn ôl view of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

This image shows the front and back of the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, highlighting its sleek design and metallic jade color.

Gosod

1. Gwefru Cychwynnol

Before first use, it is recommended to fully charge your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. Use the included USB-C charging cable to connect your device to a power adapter (sold separately) or a computer's USB port. The device fully charges in less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.

The Signature Edition also supports wireless charging. Place your Kindle on a compatible wireless charging dock (sold separately) to charge conveniently.

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition on a wireless charging dock

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition can be charged via USB-C or wirelessly using a compatible charging dock, as shown here.

2. Pweru Ymlaen / I ffwrdd

  • To power on, press and hold the power button located on the bottom edge of the device for a few seconds until the screen lights up.
  • To put the device to sleep, briefly press the power button. The screen will display a screensaver.
  • To power off completely, press and hold the power button until a power dialog appears, then select "Power Off".

3. Cysylltedd Wi-Fi

Your Kindle requires a Wi-Fi connection to download content and access online services. To connect:

  1. O'r sgrin Cartref, tapiwch y Gosodiadau icon (gear symbol) or swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Actions, then tap Pob Gosodiad.
  2. Tap Wi-Fi a Bluetooth, yna Rhwydweithiau Wi-Fi.
  3. Dewiswch eich rhwydwaith Wi-Fi dymunol o'r rhestr.
  4. Rhowch y cyfrinair os gofynnir amdano a thapiwch Cyswllt.

The device supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security.

4. Registering Your Kindle

After connecting to Wi-Fi, you will be prompted to register your Kindle to your Amazon account. This links your device to your Kindle library and allows you to purchase new content. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in with your existing Amazon account or create a new one.

Gweithredu Eich Kindle

1. Navigation and Page Turns

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition features a responsive touchscreen for navigation. Tap to select items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom (where applicable).

  • To turn a page forward while reading, tap the right side of the screen.
  • To turn a page backward, tap the left side of the screen.
  • The 7-inch Paperwhite display offers 25% faster page turns compared to previous models.
  • You can also double-tap the back or sides of the Kindle to turn a page or advance in a scrollable page. This feature can be adjusted or turned off in settings.
Hand holding Kindle showing a page turn

The image illustrates the ease of reading and turning pages on the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition's next-generation display.

2. Downloading and Managing Content

Your Kindle has 32 GB of on-device storage, capable of holding thousands of books. All Amazon content is also stored in free cloud storage.

  • Siop Kindle: Access millions of titles directly from your device. Tap the "Store" icon on the Home screen to browse, sample, and purchase books.
  • Your Library: All purchased and downloaded content appears in your Library. You can filter by downloaded, unread, or collections.
  • Fformatau â Chymorth: Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively. PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion. Audible audio format (AAX).
Collage of various book covers available on Kindle

This image displays a selection of book covers, representing the vast library of over 15 million titles accessible through the Kindle Store worldwide.

3. Reading Features

  • Auto-Adjusting Front Light: The Signature Edition features an auto-adjusting front light that adapts to your surroundings, allowing comfortable reading in bright sunlight or low-light conditions. You can also manually adjust the brightness and warmth settings.
  • Font Customization: Adjust font size, font face, line spacing, and margins to suit your reading preference.
  • Modd Tywyll: Invert colors for a white-on-black display, reducing eye strain in dark environments.
  • LlaisView Darllenydd Sgrin: Available over Bluetooth audio, VoiceView provides spoken feedback to navigate your device and read books with text-to-speech (English only).
  • Geiriadur a Wicipedia: Tapiwch a daliwch air i view its definition or search Wikipedia.
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition displaying text with auto-adjusting front light

The image shows the Kindle screen with text, demonstrating the auto-adjusting front light feature that allows for comfortable reading day or night.

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition screen without notifications

This image highlights the glare-free display of the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, emphasizing a reading experience free from distractions like notifications.

4. Audible Audiobooks

Your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition supports Audible audiobooks. Connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your audiobooks. Note that Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life.

  • To connect Bluetooth devices: Go to Gosodiadau > Wi-Fi a Bluetooth > Dyfeisiau Bluetooth.

5. Gwrth-ddŵr

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is waterproof (IPX8 rated), tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes. This allows you to read by the pool, in the bath, or at the beach without worry. If your Kindle gets wet, simply wipe it dry before charging.

Cynnal a chadw

1. Glanhau Eich Kindle

To clean your Kindle, use a soft, lint-free cloth. If necessary, dampgolchwch y lliain gyda dŵr. Osgowch ddefnyddio glanhawyr sgraffiniol, toddyddion, neu chwistrellau aerosol yn uniongyrchol ar y ddyfais.

2. Diweddariadau Meddalwedd

Your Kindle will automatically download and install software updates when connected to Wi-Fi. These updates provide new features, performance improvements, and security enhancements. You can check for updates manually by going to Gosodiadau > Opsiynau Dyfais > Gwiriwch am Ddiweddariadau.

3. Gofal Batri

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition boasts a long battery life, lasting up to twelve (12) weeks on a single charge based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on usage.

  • To maximize battery life, turn off Wi-Fi when not needed.
  • Reduce the front light brightness when possible.
  • Osgoi amlygu'r ddyfais i dymheredd eithafol.

Datrys problemau

1. Dyfais Ddim yn Ymateb

If your Kindle becomes unresponsive, try a forced restart:

  • Press and hold the power button for 40 seconds. The device should restart automatically.

2. Problemau Cysylltiad Wi-Fi

If you are having trouble connecting to Wi-Fi:

  • Gwnewch yn siŵr bod eich cyfrinair Wi-Fi yn gywir.
  • Ailgychwynwch eich llwybrydd Wi-Fi.
  • Rhowch gynnig ar gysylltu â rhwydwaith Wi-Fi gwahanol os yw ar gael.
  • Ensure your Kindle's software is up to date.

3. Problemau Gwefru

If your Kindle is not charging:

  • Ensure the USB-C cable is securely connected to both the Kindle and the power source.
  • Rhowch gynnig ar gebl USB-C gwahanol neu addasydd pŵer.
  • If using wireless charging, ensure the Kindle is properly aligned on the charging dock.

4. Ailosod Ffatri

A factory reset will erase all content and settings on your Kindle and return it to its original factory state. This can resolve persistent software issues. Rhybudd: All downloaded content will be removed, but content stored in your Amazon Cloud will remain accessible.

  • I ailosod y ffatri: Ewch i Gosodiadau > Opsiynau Dyfais > Ailosod Dyfais.

Manylebau

NodweddManylyn
ArddangosAmazon's 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.
Maint5" x 7" x 0.3" (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm)
Pwysau7.5 oz (214g)
Storio ar y Dyfais32 GB; yn dal miloedd o lyfrau.
Storio CwmwlStorio cwmwl am ddim ar gyfer holl gynnwys Amazon.
Bywyd BatriUp to twelve (12) weeks (based on 30 mins/day reading, wireless off, light at 13).
Amser Codi TâlLlai na 2.5 awr gydag addasydd pŵer USB 9W.
Cysylltedd Wi-FiYn cefnogi rhwydweithiau 2.4 GHz a 5.0 GHz (WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, OWE).
DiddosiIPX8 rated (2 meters fresh water for 60 minutes).
Wedi ei gynnwys yn y BlwchKindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, USB-C charging cable, Quick Start Guide.
Cenhedlaeth12th Generation (2024 release).

Gwarant a Chefnogaeth

1. Gwarant Cyfyngedig

Your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition comes with a 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year Extended Warranty is available for U.S. customers, sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to the terms found on the Amazon websafle.

2. Diweddariadau Diogelwch Meddalwedd

Mae'r ddyfais hon yn derbyn diweddariadau diogelwch meddalwedd gwarantedig tan o leiaf bedair blynedd ar ôl i'r ddyfais fod ar gael i'w phrynu fel uned newydd ar Amazon. websites. For more information, visit the Amazon support pages or Manage Your Content and Devices if you already own a Kindle.

3. Adnoddau Ychwanegol

Am gymorth pellach, cyfeiriwch at yr adnoddau canlynol:

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