Pandigital Novel 9 User Guide
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Table of Contents
Device Overview ............................................................................ 9
Package Contents ......................................................................... 9
Power Button Usage ................................................................... 10
Touch-Screen Navigation ........................................................... 10
Using the Stylus ...................................................................................... 10
Reset Device ................................................................................ 10
Getting Started ............................................................................ 11
Home Screen ............................................................................... 13
Applications ................................................................................. 14
Application Function Menu ........................................................ 15
Add .......................................................................................................... 16
Wallpaper ................................................................................................ 17
Search ..................................................................................................... 17
Notifications ............................................................................................ 18
Settings ................................................................................................... 18
Overview of Buying & Downloading Media to Device .............. 18
Use Populated Bookstore Row ............................................................... 18
Use Barnes & Noble Bookstore .............................................................. 19
BARNES & NOBLE ...................................................................... 19
Sign into your B&N Account .................................................................... 19
Populate Bookstore row .......................................................................... 20
Populate My Library rows ....................................................................... 20
Populated Barnes & Noble screen .......................................................... 20
Access Imported or Copied Books .......................................................... 21
Access Books on SD card ...................................................................... 21
Purchase a Book ..................................................................................... 21
Purchase Magazines or Newspapers ..................................................... 22
Get Free Sample ..................................................................................... 22
Buy Sample Books .............................................................................. 23
Search Bookstore ................................................................................... 23
Sign Out of your Barnes & Noble Account .............................................. 24
Shop B&N ............................................................................................... 24
Downloading Purchased Media .............................................................. 24
MY LIBRARY ................................................................................ 24
Get Books ............................................................................................... 25
Manage Books ........................................................................................ 26
Lend/Return Books ................................................................................. 27
Loan a Book ........................................................................................ 27
Check for Offers .................................................................................. 28
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Opening Borrowed Books ................................................................... 28
Return a Borrowed Book ..................................................................... 29
Buy Returned or Expired Books .......................................................... 29
Bookshelves ............................................................................................ 29
Add New Bookshelf ............................................................................. 29
Manage Bookshelf .............................................................................. 30
Display Shelf ....................................................................................... 30
Quick Open another Bookshelf ........................................................... 30
Delete Shelf ......................................................................................... 30
Update .................................................................................................... 31
MEDIA SEARCH ........................................................................... 31
READER ....................................................................................... 31
Reader Function Menu ........................................................................... 32
Library ..................................................................................................... 32
Table of Contents .................................................................................... 33
Bookmarks .............................................................................................. 33
Bookmarks .......................................................................................... 33
Notes ................................................................................................... 33
Add Notes ....................................................................................... 33
View Notes ...................................................................................... 34
Edit Notes........................................................................................ 34
Delete Notes ................................................................................... 34
Highlights ............................................................................................ 34
Add Highlights ................................................................................. 34
View Highlights................................................................................ 34
Hide all Highlights ........................................................................... 35
Delete Highlights ............................................................................. 35
Go To ...................................................................................................... 35
Display Table of Contents ................................................................... 35
Jump to Page ...................................................................................... 35
Search for Specific Text ...................................................................... 35
Last Read ............................................................................................ 36
Font Size ................................................................................................. 36
Night Read .............................................................................................. 36
Screen Orientation - Lock ....................................................................... 36
Play Music in Background while Reading ............................................... 37
BROWSER .................................................................................... 37
Enter a Website URL Address ................................................................ 37
Browser Function Menu .......................................................................... 38
Browser Bookmarks ................................................................................ 39
Bookmark a Web Page ....................................................................... 39
Go to Bookmarked Web Page ............................................................ 39
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Manage Bookmarks ............................................................................ 40
Open Bookmarked page ................................................................. 40
Edit Bookmark ................................................................................. 40
Add Shortcut to Home Screen ........................................................ 40
Share Link ....................................................................................... 40
Copy & Paste URL .......................................................................... 40
Delete Bookmark ............................................................................ 40
Windows ................................................................................................. 40
Open New Window ............................................................................. 40
Switch Windows .................................................................................. 41
Close Windows ................................................................................... 41
Refresh ................................................................................................... 41
Add bookmark ......................................................................................... 41
Find on Page ........................................................................................... 42
Select Text .............................................................................................. 42
Downloads .............................................................................................. 42
Browser Settings ..................................................................................... 43
Page content settings.......................................................................... 43
Privacy settings ................................................................................... 43
Security settings .................................................................................. 44
Advanced Settings .............................................................................. 44
WIRELESS SETTINGS ................................................................. 44
SETTINGS .................................................................................... 46
Wireless & networks ............................................................................... 46
Sound & display ...................................................................................... 46
Location & security .................................................................................. 46
Applications ............................................................................................. 47
Accounts & sync ..................................................................................... 47
Privacy .................................................................................................... 47
SD card & eREader storage ................................................................... 48
Search ..................................................................................................... 48
Language & keyboard ............................................................................. 48
Date & time ............................................................................................. 48
About Pandigital Novel ............................................................................ 49
MUSIC ........................................................................................... 49
Play Music ............................................................................................... 49
Music Play Screen .................................................................................. 50
Music Control Options ............................................................................. 50
Delete Music Files ................................................................................... 51
Playlist ..................................................................................................... 51
Create New Playlist ............................................................................. 51
Add Songs to Playlist .......................................................................... 51
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Play songs in Playlist .......................................................................... 52
Remove songs from Playlist................................................................ 52
Rename or Delete a Playlist................................................................ 52
PHOTOS ....................................................................................... 52
Photo Function Menu .............................................................................. 53
Delete Photos ...................................................................................... 53
VIDEOS ......................................................................................... 54
Delete Videos .......................................................................................... 55
EMAIL ........................................................................................... 55
Add Email Accounts ................................................................................ 55
Set up Yahoo! Plus Account ............................................................... 56
Set up Juno Platinum or Turbo Account ............................................. 56
Email Inbox ............................................................................................. 56
Open Email Message .......................................................................... 56
Compose New Email Message ........................................................... 57
Edit Email Account .................................................................................. 57
Delete Email Accounts ............................................................................ 57
Set Default Email Account ...................................................................... 58
ALARM ......................................................................................... 58
Add Alarm ............................................................................................... 58
Shut Off Alarm Alert ................................................................................ 59
De-Activate Alarms ................................................................................. 59
Edit Alarm ............................................................................................... 59
Delete Alarm ........................................................................................... 59
CALENDAR .................................................................................. 59
Add Event ............................................................................................... 60
Edit Event ................................................................................................ 60
Event Reminder Alerts ............................................................................ 60
Delete Events .......................................................................................... 61
CONTACTS .................................................................................. 61
Add New Contacts .................................................................................. 61
Add Contact to Favorites ........................................................................ 61
Edit Contacts ........................................................................................... 62
Email Contacts ........................................................................................ 62
Delete Contacts ...................................................................................... 62
DICTIONARY ................................................................................ 62
ES FILE EXPLORER .................................................................... 63
View Complete User Manual .................................................................. 63
Manage Media files ................................................................................. 63
ES Function Menu .................................................................................. 64
Install AndroidTM Applications using ES File Explorer ............................. 66
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Download AndroidTM Applications direct from Website ........................... 66
Stopping AndroidTM Applications ............................................................. 67
Uninstalling AndroidTM Applications ........................................................ 67
IMPORT SD CARD ....................................................................... 67
Read Imported eBooks ........................................................................... 68
Delete Local eBooks ............................................................................... 68
Connect to Computer .................................................................. 68
Connect to Windows PC ......................................................................... 68
Connect to Macintosh Computer ............................................................ 70
Read Copied Digital Media ..................................................................... 71
Adobe® eBooks ........................................................................... 72
USER GUIDE ................................................................................ 73
UPDATE FIRMWARE ................................................................... 74
Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................... 75
Battery Management ................................................................... 80
Important Safety Precautions ..................................................... 80
Cleaning the device ................................................................................ 81
Technical Specifications ............................................................. 81
Release Notes .............................................................................. 81
Limited Warranty ......................................................................... 82
FCC Notices ............................................................................................ 83
RF Exposure Information (SAR): ........................................................ 84
Disclaimers .................................................................................. 84
License Agreement and Terms of Use ...................................... 84
CE Notice ................................................................................................ 87
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pandigital novel
A contemporary multimedia device designed for
straightforward functionality, featuring a full color TFT
LCD display and convenient touch-screen
navigation.
Your pandigital novel is a light and stylish
electronic multimedia eReader which allows you to quickly
and easily download and read digital eBooks, Magazines
or Newspapers anytime and anywhere.
Connect to a Wi-Fi network to shop, purchase and
download eBooks, Magazines and Newspapers from the
Barnes & Noble bookstore.
You can also browse the web, send/receive email, view
photos, watch videos, listen to music, and much more!
READ. SURF. PLAY.
Your pandigital novel is a step up in
multimedia devices.
Congratulations on your choice!
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Device Overview
Volume button
Power indicator
DC jack
SD card slot
Light sensor
Mini USB
Power button
Earphone jack
Return to previous screen Home Menu Display Next screen
Package Contents
pandigital novel
Power Adapter
Tabletop Stand
USB Cable
Stylus
Quick Start G uide
User Guide (pre-loaded in device)
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Power Button Usage
Turn On: Press and hold the power button at least 3 secon ds or
until the boot up message appears.
Turn Off: Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds, and then
Power off, and tap OK confirm the power off or Cancel to leave
tap
the device on.
Sleep Mode On/Off (energy saver): While unit is on, press &
release the power button quickl y.
Touch-Screen Navigation
The touch-screen allows for quick, easy and convenient navigation
for all applications. Throughout the User Guide, you are instructed
to use the following touch navigation methods:
Tap = quick touch and release your finger on an item on the screen
(i.e., type on the onscreen keyboard, select item buttons).
Touch & hold = touch your finger and hold in place until a response
by application (i.e., display dictionary, add note to book page).
To open a menu for customizing the Home screen, touch and hold in
an empty area on the screen until the menu appears.
Touch & drag = touch & hold an item for a moment and then,
without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you
reach the target position (i.e., r eposition icons on
Finger slide = quick light touch & slide your finger across th e
screen, and then release (i.e., turning pages of your book, scrolling
screen up/down).
Touch, hold & slide = touch your finger, hold & slide your finger
across the screen, and then release (i .e., highlighting text, selecting
text to paste).
Using the Stylus
A stylus is conveniently stored in t he bottom right end of the
device. When desired, you can use it inst ead of your finger for
easier and sometimes more accurat e screen navigation when
tapping small options.
Home screen).
Reset Device
In the event that the device does not respond to your touch, you
can reboot/restart it by pressin g and holding the power button for
10 seconds.
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Getting Started
1 Charge your Device
Plug the power adapter into an electr ical wall outlet, and then
connect to your device to fully charge the battery (approx. 4
hours).
You cannot charge the battery using the USB cable.
You can use the device while the battery is charging.
A fully discharged battery takes approximately 8 hours to fully
charge.
While charging, the battery icon displays as:
When fully charged, the battery icon displays as:
.
.
2 Turn Device On
Press the power button approximatel y 3 seconds until you see the
boot up message.
Wait until the
Home screen is displayed.
3 Set Date & Time
IMPORTANT - In order to connect with your Barnes & Noble online
account, the Date and Time must be set correctly according to your
location.
1. Tap
, and then tap the Settings application icon.
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2. Tap Date & time.
3. Tap
4. Tap
5. Tap
6. Select your desired time format:
Set date, and then use the + or – to set the current date;
tap Set.
Select time zone, and then select the correct time zone for
your location. (Finger slide vertically to scroll the list.)
Set time, and then use the + or – to set the correct time
according to your location; tap Set.
12 = 12:00am-12:00pm
24 = 12:00-24:00 (default)
7. Press
to r eturn to the Settings screen.
4 Wi-Fi Network Setup
Since many features require an Internet connection, we
recommend you set up your Wi-Fi network now.
1. Tap the Wireless Settings applicati on icon.
2. Make sure the Wi-Fi is selected
3. Tap
Wi-Fi settings. The device automatically scans and lists all
local Wi-Fi networks found.
If your Wi-Fi broadcast is set as hidden, tap Add Network to
enter the network name and password, and then tap
.
Connect.
4. Tap the desired network to which you want to connect.
5. If the network is secure, tap in the password entry field to enter
the Network Password.
6. Tap
7. After connection is made, press
Connect.
Home screen.
to exit and return to the
Connecting to Public Wi-Fi Hotspot
If you are connecting via a public Wi-Fi hotspot, it may be
necessary to immediately launch t he br owser and provide the
hotspot login information prior to having an active internet
connection.
1. Follow steps 1-7 above to select the hotspot Wi-Fi network.
2. Select the
3. When prompted, enter the hotspot login information.
Browser application icon.
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Home Screen
Notification icons (i.e., Email, SD card)
Wi-Fi connection status
Battery charge level status
Active Alarm(s) are set
Time
Current
Widgets and Shortcuts can be added to the Home screen.
Touch & hold in an empty spot to displa y t he menu for adding
application shortcuts, widgets, and so on.
Tap to shop the Barnes & Noble Bookstore, and access My
to download and read purchased B&N media.
Library
Tap or finger slide up to open the Launcher screen to access all
your applications.
Tap on any application icon to launch it.
Touch, hold and slide an application icon to reposition it on the
screen.
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Touch, hold and slide an application icon onto to remove
Adobe®
it from the
when you touch & hold.)
To view extensions of the Home screen, finger slide the screen
horizontally.
Press
Shortcuts & Widgets, set Wallpap er ).
To return to the Home screen at any time in any application,
press
Home screen. (The changes to
to display application function options (i.e., add
.
Applications
Tap or finger slide up on to access all applications.
eBooks
Alarm
Clock
B&N
Browser
Calculator
Calendar
Contacts
Dictionary
Email
ES File
Explorer
Facebook
Import SD
Media
Search
Music
Read and manage eBooks copied from
Adobe Digital Editions (ADE).
Use as alarm clock with scheduled alarms.
Shop the Barnes & Noble website.
Access the Internet and ‘surf the web’
whenever desired.
Use the calculator for basic math
equations.
Display monthly calendar and schedule
events.
Create a list of personal contact s.
Quick access to the built-in dicti onary.
Send/Receive email using your existing
email addresses.
File Manager application for viewing and
managing files and apps. Use ES File
Explorer to install Android™ apps, and to
backup files to your SD card.
Quick access to the Facebook website.
Import media files into the internal m emory.
Search device or bookstore for speci fic
string of text.
Play and manage audio files (MP3, WAV,
AAC)
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your choice.
Wireless
Wi-Fi network.
View and manage photo files (JPG, JPEG,
BMP, PNG,
non-animated GIF)
Open last read book.
Multiple settings for personaliz ing and
enhancing the device.
Check the status of specific compa ny’s
stock offerings.
View full pandigital
Guide.
Play and manage video files (MPEG4)
Check the weather forecasts of locations of
Quick access to set up & connect to a
Photos
Reader
Settings
Stocks
User
Guide
Videos
Weather
Settings
To move an icon to the Home screen, touc h & hol d on the icon,
and then release it when it appears on the
Touch, hold, and then slide the icon to reposition it on the
screen.
Home screen.
Application Function Menu
User
On the Home screen, press to display the Application
Function Menu
Function Menu
Application
.
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Add
Tap Add on the Application Function Menu to add
Shortcuts, Widgets, Folders and assign Wallpaper on your
Home screen.
The viewable portion of the Home screen allows only 15
icons. In order to add more items, finger slide the screen
horizontally to expose available space, and then tap the
Add button again.
Shortcuts
If you select items that are shortcuts already on the
Home screen, they will be duplicated, result ing in
multiple icons for the same item.
Applications Select the application to be added as a
shortcut on the Home screen.
Bookmark Select a bookmarked web page to be added
as a shortcut on the
Contacts Select the contact to be added as a shortcut on
the
Home screen.
Music playlist Select the playlist to be added as a
shortcut on the
Widgets
Analog clock
B&N Widget Add a large B&N shortcut on the Home
screen.
Calendar Add a calendar widget to the Home screen,
which can also be tapped to quickly o pen the Calendar
screen without launching the Calendar application.
Music Add a music widget to the Home screen which
can be tapped to quickly begin playing music without
launching the music application.
Search Add a Google Search widget t o the Home screen
for performing quick Google searches without launching
the Web application.
Folders
New folder
screen to a folder into which you can add a ppli cations as
desired. To move applications on the
Add a quick launch icon on the Home
Home screen.
Home screen.
Add a clock on the Home screen.
Home screen into
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the folder, touch, hold & drag the icons dir ectly on top of
the folder icon. To add applications f rom the Launcher
screen, first tap on the folder to open it , open the
Launcher, and then touch & hold on an application icon. It
is copied into the folder.
When you close the folder the first time, you are
prompted to rename the folder as desire d (i.e.,
Favorites). If you want to rename the f older later, open
the folder and touch & hold on the folder name at the
top. The
Rename folder window appears.
All contacts Add a quick launch icon on the Home
screen to the complete contact list in the
application.
Contacts
Starred contacts Add a shortcut icon on the Home
screen to the list of your contacts you’ve marked as
favorites.
Wallpapers
Use this function to assign a different photo as your
background image. Use the following instructions under
“Wallpaper” to set your desired wallpaper.
Wallpaper
Tap Wallpaper on the Application Function Menu to assign
a different photo as your background image.
Pictures
1. Select desired photo from your personal photos in
Photos.
2. A cropping frame appears on the picture. Touch and
drag the edges of the frame to re-adjust the size.
Touch and drag the entire frame to reposition it.
3. Tap
Save.
Wallpaper gallery
Select desired photo from preloaded photos, tap Set
wallpaper
.
Search
Tap Search on the Application Function Menu to perform a
quick Google search using the Google widget.
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1. Tap in the Google entry field, enter the desired search
text.
2. Tap on the keypad or on the Google widget.
The browser launches and displays your search results.
Notifications
Tap Notifications on the Application Function Menu to list
any pending notifications (i.e., new email, calendar events,
etc.).
Tap on a notification to launch the corresponding application.
Settings
Tap Settings on the Application Function Menu to quickly
display the Settings screen.
See “Settings” on page 46 for complete instructions.
Overview of Buying & Downloading Media to Device
Use Populated Bookstore Row
A. Create an account on Barnes & Noble’s website: www.bn.com
B. Tap the application icon on the Home screen.
C. Tap Sign in to assign your B&N account in the device.
D. Enter your B&N account information (email & password), and
then tap
Login.
E. Tap Update to populate Bookstore row with Bestsellers, New
Releases, eMagazines & eNewspapers.
F. Tap on a book cover in
Bookstore row.
G. Select BUY NOW or Get Free Sample.
H. In pop-up message, select Yes if you want to add t he media
cover to
My Library now, allowing a quicker download to the
device later.
My Library or Bookstore screen, tap on a media cover and
I. In
then confirm to download the media file to your
novel
Media status labels:
.
= purchased books not yet downloaded
pandigital
from B&N
= not yet downloaded = al r eady downloaded
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Use Barnes & Noble Bookstore
A. Create an account on Barnes & Noble’s website: www.bn.com
B. Tap the application icon on the Home screen.
C. Tap Sign in to assign your B&N account in the device.
D. Enter your B&N account information (email & password), and
then tap
E. Tap Bookstore to display the Barnes & Noble online
eBookstore.
F. Shop and purchase eBooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers,
or get Free Samples.
G. Confirm your purchase. If requested, enter your existing B&N
account login information or create a new account.
H. Media is added to your Barnes & Noble online download
Library.
I. In your
Wait for
J. In
then confirm to download the media file to your
novel
Media status labels:
from B&N
Login.
pandigital novel, in My Library, tap Update.
My Library to be updated.
My Library or Bookstore screen, tap on a media cover and
pandigital
.
= purchased books not yet downloaded
= not yet downloaded = al r eady downloaded
BARNES & NOBLE
The first time you access the Barnes & Noble application, the
Bookstore and My Library rows are empty. Sign into your Barnes
& Noble account to populate the
Although you can populate the Bookstore row without signing
into your B&N account, we recommend signing first so you can
shop and download media right away.
You must be connected to a Wi-Fi network to connect to B ar nes
& Noble.
Sign into your B&N Account
1. Tap the application icon to display the Barnes &
Noble
screen.
Bookstore and My Library rows.
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If you have not yet registered an account with Barnes &
Noble, tap
Create an Account. The browser opens to
the B&N account registration page. Follow all prompts to
create your account.
2. If you have an exist ing B arnes & Noble acc ount , tap
3. Enter your B&N account information (email & password),
and then tap
Login.
Populate Bookstore row
In the Barnes & Noble screen, tap Update to sync with the
Barnes & Noble store and populate the row with their
Bestsellers, New Releases, Magazines and Ne wspap ers.
Populate My Library rows
The My Library screen displays the purchased or sam ple
media that you have added to your Barnes & Noble online
account.
To populate the rows, in the
Update Library.
Populated Barnes & Noble screen
After logging in and populating the Bookstore and My Library
rows, the
example:
Barnes & Noble screen resembles the follo wing
Sign in.
Barnes & Noble screen, tap
Media status labels:
= purchased books not yet downloaded from B &N
= not yet downloaded = al r eady downloaded
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To search for a book title, press
text,
tap Search Novel/Search Bookstore.
Access Imported or Copied Books
1. To access and open books imported from a SD card or
your computer, tap My Library.
2. Tap Date, Title or Author, and then tap Local from the
drop-down list.
Access Books on SD card
1. To access and ope n books stored on a SD card, tap My
.
Library
2. Tap
Date, Title or Author, and then tap SD from the drop-
down list.
When you remove the SD card, the books are no longer
displayed in
My Library.
Purchase a Book
1. To be sure you are viewing the most current media on the
Barnes & Noble website, in the Bookstore screen tap
Update above the Bookstore row.
2. Tap on any book in the
details, including pricing, sam ple availability, and a
synopsis (example below).
Media Search. Enter title
Bookstore row to display the book
Download sample
before purchasing
Tap to display
and hide Synopsis
Tap BUY NOW to
purchase immediately
3. In the book’s d escriptive window, tap BUY NOW.
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4. Tap OK in the confirmation screen. The book is added to
Date
your Barnes & Noble online account download library.
5. After the book is added, a pop-up message appears. Tap
Yes to add the book cover to My Library now, allowing a
quicker download to the device later.
Skip if you want to continue shopping. After you have
Tap
purchased all desired books, tap
Library
to update with new book covers.
6. Tap on covers with a download icon to download the
books.
7. After do wnloa ding, tap on a cover to open the book i n the
Reader.
Purchase Magazines or Newspapers
1. To be sure you are viewing the most current media on the
Barnes & Noble website, in the Bookstore screen tap
Update above the Bookstore row.
2. Tap eMagazines or eNewspapers to display only that
media.
3. Tap on any publication cover to display the publication price
and purchase buttons.
4. Tap
5. After the publication is added, a pop-up message appears.
6. Tap on a cover with whi t e or a periodical with
7. After do wnloa ding, tap on the cover to open it in the
Buy Current Issue or Subscribe Now, tap Confirm
in the confirmation screen. The publication is added to your
Barnes & Noble online account do wnload library.
Yes to add the publication cove r to My Library now,
Tap
allowing a quicker download to the device later.
Skip if you want to continue shopping. After you have
Tap
purchased all desired publications, tap
My Library to update with new publication c overs.
multiple issues to download the issues.
Reader.
Get Free Sample
Some, but not all, books offer a free sam ple that you can
download and read before purchasing the book.
1. To be sure you are viewing the most current media on the
Barnes & Noble website, in the
Update above the Bookstore row.
Update Library in My
Update Library in
Bookstore screen tap
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