Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition User Manual

Model: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation)

בראַנד: אַמאַזאָן

1. איבערview

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is an advanced e-reader designed for an immersive reading experience. It features a 6.8-inch glare-free display with 300 ppi, an auto-adjusting front light, wireless charging capabilities, and 32 GB of storage. This device is built to read like real paper, even in bright sunlight, and offers extended battery life for weeks of reading on a single charge.

Person reading on a Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition offers a comfortable reading experience with its large display and advanced features.

שליסל פֿעיִקייטן:

  • Enhanced Reading Experience: 6.8-inch 300 ppi glare-free display that mimics real paper.
  • Adaptive Lighting: Auto-adjusting front light and adjustable warm light for comfortable reading day or night.
  • ווירעלעסס טשאַרדזשינג: Conveniently charge your device using a compatible Qi wireless charger (sold separately).
  • Ampסטאָרידזש: 32 GB of storage to hold thousands of books and audiobooks.
  • עקסטענדעד באַטאַרייע לעבן: Up to 10 weeks of battery life on a single charge.
  • וואָטערפּרוף פּלאַן: IPX8 rated, allowing for reading in various environments without worry.

2. סעטאַפּ

2.1 אויספּאַקן און ערשטע אָפּצאָל

Upon opening the box, you will find your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition device, a USB-C charging cable, and a Quick Start Guide. It is recommended to fully charge your device before first use.

  • Connect the USB-C cable to the charging port on your Kindle.
  • Connect the other end of the cable to a computer or a 9W USB power adapter (not included).
  • A full charge from a computer takes approximately 5 hours. With a 9W USB power adapter, it takes less than 2.5 hours. For wireless charging, it takes less than 3.5 hours with a compatible 10W Qi wireless charging pad (sold separately).

2.2 מאַכט אויף / אַוועק

To power on your Kindle, press and hold the power button located on the bottom edge of the device for a few seconds until the screen illuminates. To turn off the device, press and hold the power button until a power dialog appears, then select "Power Off". A short press of the power button will put the device to sleep or wake it up.

2.3 Wi-Fi קאָנעקטיוויטי

Connecting to Wi-Fi is essential for downloading books, syncing content, and receiving software updates.

  • פון די היים פאַרשטעלן, צאַפּן אויף סעטטינגס icon (gear icon) or swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Actions, then tap אַלע סעטטינגס.
  • צאַפּן ווי-פי און בלועטאָאָטה, דעמאלט ווי-פי נעטוואָרקס.
  • אויסקלייבן אייער געוואונטשענע Wi-Fi נעץ פון דער ליסטע און אַרייַן די פּאַראָל אויב געבעטן.
  • The Kindle supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks. Ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networks are not supported.

2.4 מיטל פאַרשרייבונג

After connecting to Wi-Fi, you will be prompted to register your Kindle to your Amazon account. This links your device to your content library and allows you to purchase new books. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete registration.

3. אפערירן אייער קינדל

3.1 Basic Navigation and Reading

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition features a responsive touchscreen for navigation.

  • Page Turns: צאַפּן די רעכטע זייט פון דעם עקראַן צו גיין צו דער ווייַטער בלאַט, אָדער די לינקע זייט צו גיין צוריק.
  • מעניו אַקסעס: Tap the top of the screen while reading to access reading options, Home, Back, and other settings.
  • היים פאַרשטעלן: Displays your library, recommended books, and quick access to the Kindle Store.
Close-up of Kindle screen displaying text from a book

The Kindle's display is designed for comfortable reading, mimicking the appearance of ink on paper.

3.2 אַדזשאַסטירן די דיספּליי סעטטינגס

Customize your reading experience by adjusting font settings and lighting.

  • Font and Layout: While reading, tap the top of the screen, then tap the Aa icon to adjust font size, font face, line spacing, and margins.
  • פראָנט ליכט: The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition features an auto-adjusting front light. You can also manually adjust the brightness by swiping down from the top of the screen and using the brightness slider.
  • וואַרעם ליכט: Adjust the warmth of the screen's light for a more comfortable reading experience, especially in low-light conditions. This setting can be found in the Quick Actions menu or All Settings.
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition being read outdoors, showing adjustable warm light

The adjustable warm light feature allows for comfortable reading in various lighting conditions, including outdoors.

3.3 Downloading and Managing Content

Your Kindle can store thousands of books and offers free cloud storage for all Amazon content.

  • קינדלע סטאָר: Access the Kindle Store directly from your device to browse, sample, and purchase new titles.
  • ביבליאָטעק: All your purchased and downloaded content is accessible from the "Library" section on the Home screen.
  • Content Formats: The device supports Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively. HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP are supported through conversion.

3.4 Audible Audiobooks

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition supports Audible audiobooks. You can pair Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your stories hands-free.

  • Ensure Bluetooth is enabled in your device settings.
  • Pair your Bluetooth audio device with your Kindle.
  • Download Audible audiobooks to your device. Note that streaming audiobooks over Bluetooth will reduce battery life faster than reading.

3.5 ווירעלעסס טשאַרדזשינג

The Signature Edition supports Qi wireless charging, offering a convenient way to power your device.

  • Place your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition on a compatible 10W Qi wireless charging pad (sold separately).
  • Ensure the device is properly aligned on the charging pad for optimal charging.
  • A full charge via wireless charging takes less than 3.5 hours.
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition on a wireless charging stand

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition supports hassle-free wireless charging with compatible Qi chargers.

3.6 וואַסערפּרוף

Your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is waterproof (IPX8 rated), designed to withstand accidental immersion in water.

  • It has been tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes.
  • While waterproof, it is not recommended for prolonged submersion or use in saltwater.
  • If your Kindle gets wet, wipe it dry with a soft cloth before charging.

4. וישאַלט

4.1 Cleaning Your Kindle

To clean your Kindle, use a soft, lint-free cloth. If necessary, slightly dampווישט דעם שטאָף מיט וואַסער. פֿאַרמייַדט צו נוצן אַברייסיוו רייניגער, סאָלווענטן, אָדער אַעראָסאָל שפּריץ גלייך אויף דעם אַפּאַראַט.

4.2 באַטערי קער

צו מאַקסאַמיזירן באַטאַרייע לעבן און לאָנדזשעוואַטי:

  • Keep Wi-Fi and Bluetooth off when not in use.
  • Lower the screen brightness or use auto-brightness.
  • ויסמיידן יקספּאָוזינג די מיטל צו עקסטרעם טעמפּעראַטורעס.
  • Charge the device regularly, but it is not necessary to fully discharge it before recharging.

4.3 ווייכווארג דערהייַנטיקונגען

Your Kindle receives guaranteed software security updates for at least four years after its last availability for purchase. Ensure your device is connected to Wi-Fi to receive these updates automatically. Updates improve performance, add features, and enhance security.

5. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג

5.1 פּראָסט ישוז און סאַלושאַנז

  • מיטל ניט ריספּאַנדינג: If your Kindle is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the power button for 40 seconds until the device restarts.
  • קענען ניט פאַרבינדן צו Wi-Fi:
    • זייט זיכער אז אייער Wi-Fi ראַוטער איז אנגעצינדן און אַרבעט.
    • באַשטעטיקט אַז איר גיט אַרײַן דאָס ריכטיקע Wi-Fi פּאַראָל.
    • Restart your Kindle and your Wi-Fi router.
    • Check if your network is 2.4 GHz or 5.0 GHz; ad-hoc networks are not supported.
  • די באַטאַרייע איז געשווינד ויסגעשעפּט:
    • אויסלעשן Wi-Fi און בלועטוט ווען נישט אין באניץ.
    • רעדוצירן פאַרשטעלן ברייטנאַס.
    • Avoid listening to audiobooks for extended periods without charging.
    • Ensure no background processes are consuming excessive power.
  • Books Not Downloading:
    • קאָנטראָלירן דיין ווי-פי קשר.
    • Ensure your device is registered to the correct Amazon account.
    • Verify that you have sufficient storage space on your device.

6. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז

שטריךדעטאַל
ווייַזAmazon's 6.8” Paperwhite display technology with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.
גרייס6.9” x 4.9” x .32” (174 x 125 x 8.1 mm).
וואָג7.3 אַז (208 ג).
אויף-מיטל סטאָרידזש32 גיגאבייט; האלט טויזנטער ביכער.
וואָלקן סטאָרידזשפרייע וואָלקן סטאָרידזש פֿאַר אַלע אַמאַזאָן אינהאַלט.
באַטערי לעבןUp to ten (10) weeks (based on 30 mins/day, wireless off, light at 13). Audible streaming reduces life.
אָפּצאָל צייט~5 hrs (USB-C to computer), <2.5 hrs (9W USB adapter), <3.5 hrs (10W Qi wireless charger).
Wi-Fi קאַנעקטיוויטיSupports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks. No ad-hoc networks.
אינהאַלט פֿאָרמאַטן געשטיצטKindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX).
וואָטערפּרופינגIPX8 rated (2 meters fresh water for 60 minutes).
דורKindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (11th Generation) - 2021 release.

7. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן

7.1 וואָראַנטי אינפֿאָרמאַציע

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition comes with a 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional extended warranties (1-year, 2-year, or 3-year) may be available for U.S. customers and are sold separately. Use of the Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use.

7.2 צוגעלייגטע שטיצע

For more detailed information, you can refer to the official Kindle User Guide available online. For device-specific information or to manage your content, visit פירן דיין אינהאַלט און דעוויסעס אויף דער אַמאַזאָן website. For accessibility features, learn more about צוטריטלעכקייט פֿאַר קינדל.

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