Primer SX-EB700 - E-reader Skytex - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	E-reader / Media Player
Model	Primer SX-EB700
Display	7-inch TFT LCD, 800 x 480 pixels
Dimensions	207 x 132 x 12 mm
Processor	ARM9 400 MHz
Internal Storage	2 GB
Expandable Storage	microSD card up to 16 GB
Battery Type	Li-Polymer, 1800 mAh
Power Adapter Input	AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Adapter Output	DC 5.0-5.5V, 1000 mA
USB Port	Mini-USB 2.0 for data transfer and charging
Audio Jack	3.5 mm stereo headphone
Card Slot	microSD slot
Supported Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, AAC
Supported Video Formats	MKV, AVI, RM, RMVB, VOB, DAT, MP4, FLV, 3GP
Supported Image Formats	JPG, BMP, GIF
Included Accessories	USB cable, power adapter, earphones, quick start guide, leather case
Care Instructions	Clean body with slightly damp cotton cloth; screen with dry microfiber cloth. Avoid extreme temperatures, dampness, dust, strong magnetic fields, direct sunlight.
Safety Warnings	Do not disassemble. Use only manufacturer-approved accessories. Avoid liquid exposure. Check volume before listening.

Frequently Asked Questions - Primer SX-EB700 Skytex

How do I turn on the Skytex Primer SX-EB700?

Press and hold the Power key for about 3-5 seconds until the screen turns on.

How do I transfer files to the e-reader?

Connect the device to your computer via the mini-USB cable. It will appear as a mass storage device. Drag and drop eBooks, music, or videos into the device. Alternatively, insert a microSD card (up to 16GB) with your files.

How do I charge the device?

Use the included USB cable to connect to your computer's USB port, or use the power adapter plugged into the DC jack. For best battery life, fully charge and drain the battery for the first 3-4 cycles.

What formats does the e-reader support?

It supports eBooks in plain text (TXT) and other formats? The manual mainly shows text files. Audio: MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, AAC. Video: MKV, AVI, RM, RMVB, VOB, DAT, MP4, FLV, 3GP. Images: JPG, BMP, GIF.

How do I bookmark a page while reading?

While in the eBook interface, press OK to open the menu. Select Save Bookmark, then choose an empty slot or overwrite an existing one. To load a bookmark, select Load Bookmark and choose the saved bookmark.

How can I reset the device?

Use a thin object to press the Reset hole located on the back of the device. This will restart the reader.

Why is there no sound from the earphones?

Check that the volume is turned up and the earphones are fully inserted into the 3.5mm jack. Also ensure the audio file is not corrupted by playing another file.

How do I clean the e-reader?

Use a slightly dampened cotton cloth to clean the body. For the screen, use a dry, clean microfiber cloth. Do not use chemical solutions.

Can I listen to music while viewing photos?

Yes. Start playing music first, then go to the Photo menu. The music will continue playing in the background while you view photos.

How do I use the FM radio?

Plug in earphones (they act as an antenna). From the main menu, select Radio. Press OK for setup options like auto search, preset channels, and region. Use LEFT/RIGHT to tune or seek frequencies.

USER MANUAL Primer SX-EB700 Skytex

7" Color eBook Reader and Media Player

Contents

1. Foreword ....3
2. Product Configuration....4-6

1). Keyboard function introduction....4
2).Transferring media、recharging....6

1. Operations....7-17

1). Opening reader....7
2). Main interface....7
3). Browse history record....7
4). eBook Reading....8-9
5). Music Playback....10
6). Movie Playback....11
7). Photo Viewing....12
8). FM Radio....13
9). Recording....14
10). Explorer....15
11). Calendar....15
12). Search....16
13). Settings....17

4.Shutting Down....17
5. Resetting reader....17
6. Specifications....18
7. Troubleshooting....19

- 1 - Foreword

Thank you for purchasing Primer by SKYTEX. In this section of Primer's User Guide, we will provide an overview of the device and highlight a few basic features so you can start reading as quickly as possible.

NOTES:

1. With new lithium batteries, it's always a good idea to fully charge and drain the battery for the first 3-4 cycles. Doing so will ensure optimum battery life and performance over the life of the device.
2. We recommend keeping a backup of all of the media files that are transferred onto the device. While all products are quality tested to perform up to the highest standards, we can't guarantee against data loss. SKYTEX is not responsible for lost information.
3. Primer is a highly sophisticated electronic device. Do not disassemble by yourself, or your warranty may be voided.
4. Avoid using Primer under the following conditions: extremely high/low temperatures, dampness and dust, around strong magnetic fields or extended exposure to direct sunlight.
5. Try to avoid breaking, crushing, dropping, chopping, slicing and/or dicing the player.
6. To clean, you may use a slightly dampened cotton cloth lightly on the body of the device. Use a dry, clean microfiber cloth on the screen to avoid scratches. Do not use chemical solutions to clean the device.
7. The player should not be subjected to water droplets, splashing, or complete submersion, moreover we recommend not placing it close proximity to any liquids (cups, vases, swimming pools, etc) where accidents can easily occur.
8. When listening to audio eBooks, movies, or music through the provided earphones, check the volume level first to avoid damaging your hearing.
9. Do not attempt to alter the software or hardware. It will void your warranty.
10. Only use appropriately rated power adapters and other accessories from the manufacturer for charging your device. Doing otherwise will void the warranty, may damage your device and could potentially be dangerous.
11. When disposing of the device or accessories, please follow all appropriate environmental standards for electronics disposal.
12. If you encounter any problems with the software functionality, or a defective device, please contact your local distributor, SKYTEX customer support, or visit our website for troubleshooting and FAQs (www.skytex.com)

- 2 - Product Configuration

1).keyboard function introduction:

1. Power key

Long press power on/off

2、3、Navigation keys

1. On the main interface or the catalog list, short press Navigation key to select up /down file
2. Under the interface of e-book, music, and radio, a short press up/down can select up/down page, volume+/volume- and previous/next track, a long press can fast forward/backward.

4. Numeric key

At the right of Numeric keypad, press one number to enter the relevant menu interface directly. For example, on the main interface, "Music" is placed in the third position, therefore you can press "3" to enter the music directory list quickly.

5. Rotate key

When reading, short press [Rotate] to rotate file

On search menu, short press [Rotate] to alter input method

6. Space key

On search menu, short press [Space] to insert space

7. Back key

Press [Back] button to return to previous interface. Long press [Back] to return main menu

8. Zoom in /out

On the book page screen: press [Zoom] button, the page is magnified in steps and returns to the original scale after the maximum magnification.

On search menu, shortly press [Zoom] to alter the search category

9. Play/Pause/delete key

1. In the Music and video play interface, press [Play/Pause /Delete] to alter play pause, or delete
2. On explorer, press [Exploer] can delete file.

10. Confirm function/OK key

Short press [OK] to select the current menu option

11. Directional Pad

Short press works as navigation in menus and eBook interface, will advance music tracks or video files and change volume in music or video interfaces

12. 3.5mm Earphone jack

Audio output

13. DC jack

Connect power adapter for recharge

14. SD slot

Expandable micro SD card slot (compatible up to 16GB)

15. Mini USB port

Connect to computer for transferring files or charging via USB

16. Speaker and Microphone

Built-in speaker with microphone directly below it

17. Reset

Restart device

2). Transferring media and recharging:

1. Transferring media files

Connect Primer to your computer via the included USB data cable. Your computer will recognize Primer as a mass storage device. Drag your eBook, music, and/or video files onto the device. Alternately, you can drag and drop your media files onto a micro SD card (up to 16GB) and insert your card into Primer's SD card slot. Primer will automatically sort your files into the proper categories.

2. Recharging

1). Using the standard USB data cable

Use the included USB data cable to connect your device to the USB port on the back of your computer (using USP port on the front of your computer may extend the recharge time)

2). Using the adapter recharge

Plug the included power adapter into the DC input of the device.

Notice:

The power adapter must comply with below requirements, otherwise any resulting damage or malfunction will be regarded as user error

Input : AC110V\~240V 50/60Hz Max:150mA

Output : DC5.0\~5.5V 1000mA (USB) 1000mA(DC)

- 3 - Operation

1). Opening reader

Holding down the power key for about 3-5 seconds will power on the device

2). Main interface

3). Browse history record

From the main menu short press [up/down] to highlight “browser history” and click the [OK] key to enter, you can search and find the nearest file name and page information

Note: short pressing the delete key can delete files under the history record menu

4). eBook Reading

From the main menu, bring the cursor to EBook and press [OK]. Find the file you want to read, highlight it and press [OK].

Function operation brief description: while in the eBook interface, short press the [OK] key to enter the current eBook's menu, it includes the below functions

Page Jump

Highlight Page Jump and press [OK]. Enter the page number you would wish to jump to using the numeric keypad and press [OK].

Save Bookmark

Highlight Save Bookmark and press [OK]. Highlight an empty file (or file you wish you overwrite) and press [OK] to place the bookmark on the current page of the eBook.

Load Bookmark

Highlight Load Bookmark and press [OK]. Highlight the bookmark you wish to continue from and press [OK] again.

Delete Bookmark

Highlight Delete Bookmark from and press [OK]. Highlight the bookmark you wish to delete and press [OK].

Browser Mode

Highlight Browser Mode and press [OK]

Manual Mode: allows users to flip pages at their own pace. Highlight and press [OK]

Automatic Mode: eBook pages will flip automatically. Highlight and press [OK]

The eBook reader always defaults to manual mode.

Flip Time

Sets the time for Automatic Mode page flip.

Highlight Flip Time from the eBook menu and press [OK]. Highlight the time you wish to set the page flip to and press [OK]

Text Color

Allows you to change the color of the eBook's text. Highlight Text Color and press [OK].

Highlight the desired color and press [OK]

Background Color

Allows you to change the color of the eBook's background. Highlight Background Color and press [OK]. Highlight the desired color and press [OK]

5). Music playing

Function Explanation

Volume adjust: press [up/down] key to adjust volume

Play/Pause Key: Briefly press to play music or pause

Previous/next track: press left/right key to go to previous/next track

Fast forward /backward: Press and hold [Left] arrow key to play backward, press and hold [Right] arrow key to fast forward. Press [Left] arrow key to previous track, and press [Right] arrow key to the next track.

Music setting menu: press [OK] key in the music interface to open the music setting menu. The menu includes Repeat Mode, Play Mode, PlayFX, Equalizer, User EQ Setup, and Lyric Display

Repeat Mode: Play Once, Repeat Song, Play All, Repeat All

Play Mode: In Order, Random

Microsoft PlayFX: 3D Headphone, PureBass, Auto Volume

EQ Setting: Normal, Microsoft PlayFX, Rock, Pop, Classical, Bass, Jazz, User EQ

User EQ: Tweak the audio settings to your own settings and save

Lyric Display: Turn on or off lyric scrolling during music playback

6). Video Playback

Function Explanation

Volume adjust: press [LEFT/RIGHT in horizontal orientation] to adjust volume Play/pause: while watching videos pressing [Play/pause] will play/pause current video Fast Forward/Rewind: press and hold [UP/DOWN in horizontal orientation] to fast forward or rewind. A short press of [UP/DOWN] will skip to the previous or following video files

Sub menu: pressing the [OK] key during playback will bring up a sub menu that will let you skip to a specific point in time in the video file or adjust screen settings:

- To advance to a specific time in your video, highlight “Select Time Play” and press [OK] use the [LEFT/RIGHT] navigation keys to select between fields and the [UP/DOWN] keys to change the values, then highlight “yes” and press [OK]

- To adjust the screen size, highlight the screen selection and press [OK] to change the settings. When finished, press the [back] key or wait a few seconds and the menu will automatically shut off

Return to menu: pressing the [Back] key will return you back to the previous menu

7). Photo Viewing

Function Explanation

Photo rotate: In the photo view interface, short press [Rotate] button

Photo enlarge/reduce: When viewing a photo, short pressing the [Zoom In/Out] button can enlarge/reduce the photo

Return/Exit: Short press the [Back] button to exit to the parent directory; long press the [Back] button to go back to the main menu

Rotation and Zooming can also be controlled through the photo menu by pressing [OK] while viewing a photo. The photo menu will also give you access to the Slideshow timer option.

Slideshow Timer: Select the speed at which you wish the slideshow to change photos, or chose to turn the function off by highlighting your selection and pressing [OK].

Note: You can listen to music and view photos simultaneously. First play the music file, then view photos.

8). FM Radio

Function Explanation

Volume adjust: press [UP/DOWN] to adjust volume

Radio setup: Clicking [OK] in the radio interface will bring up the Radio setup menu. In this menu you can choose how to search for available frequencies, save and edit your presets, set your region and record live radio.

Search by band: Select and press [OK]. Short press [LEFT/RIGHT] key to select the desired channel a long press will seek the next available frequency.

Auto Search: Choosing this option will seek the first available frequency.

Preset Mode: In preset mode, pressing [LEFT/RIGHT] will go through your saved preset channels.

Save/Delete Channel: Save or delete preset channels.

Stereo Switch: Allows you to choose between stereo (headphone) or mono (speaker) operation.

Receive Area: Allows you to set the FM tuner to your region

FM Record: Allows you to record the channel you are currently listening to

Note:

For optimum performance, plug the earphone in when using the FM radio. The earphone will serve as a signal booster.

9). Recording

Function Explanation

Record/Pause: Short press [PLAY/PAUSE] key to start and stop recording

Exit and Save: Short press [BACK] key, a prompt will ask if you would like to save. Press the [LEFT/RIGHT] keys to save or not.

Play recorded file: Go into your music menu. Choose “recordings” and select the file you wish to listen to.

10).Explorer

11). Calendar

Function Explanation

Navigation: Short press [OK] key to highlight day, month, or year. Use the directional keys to go through dates.

12).Search

Function Explanation

Input Method: To switch between upper and lower case text or numeric entry, short press [ROTATE] key

Search by location: To change location in which to search from, short press [ZOOM] key

13).Settings

Function Explanation

Display setting:

Backlight Timer: Allows you to set backlight-off timer.

Brightness: Allows you to set the brightness level.

System Setting:

Restore Setting: Restore Primer to factory default

Key Lock Timer: Allows you to set a timer to lock key functions.

Language selection: Select between 19 different languages

Sleep Timer: Set to automatically shut down after a period of inactivity (3, 5, 10, 15, 20 minutes).

Power Off Timer: Set to automatically shut down after a specified period of time.

Time: Set Time/Date

- 4 - Shutting down

Long press the power button will shut down the reader. A “good-bye” screen will flash briefly before the device shuts down.

- 5 - Resetting reader

The reader can be reset through the reset hole on the back of the device.

- 6 - Specifications

Panel: 7" TFT LCD

Resolution: 800 x 480

Unit size: 207 x 132 x 12mm

HARDWARE

CPU: ARM9 400Hz

Internal Storage: 2GB

Expandable micro SD Card Support: Up to 16GB

SUPPORTED FORMATS

Audio/Video Formats: MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, AAC, MKV, AVI, RM RMVB, VOB, DAT, MP4, FLV, 3GP

Image Formats: JPG, BMP, GIF

INS AND OUTS

USB: Mini-USB2.0 Port

Card Reader: SD Slot

3.5mm Headphone jack

POWER

Voltage: AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz

Battery: 1800mA (Li-Polymer)

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

Mini-USB Cable ....1

Power Adapter.... 1

Pair of earphones....1

Quick start guide....1

Leather case....1

- 7 - Troubleshooting

1. The reader does not turn on

• Plug in the power adapter and try again
• If still does not turn on after battery is fully charged or while the device is plugged in, please contact customer service/tech support.

2. There is no sound in earphones

• Please check to see if the volume has been set to appropriate levels.
• Please check that the earphones are plugged into the 3.5mm audio jack properly.

3. Excess noise/distortion

• Please check to see if the earphone plug is clean, dirt may cause noise or distortion.
• Check that the audio file has not been damaged. Play other music files to see if the issue is widespread. If the file is corrupt, delete it from the device.

4. The key is not working.

- Please confirm whether the Key Lock is engaged, if it is, please short press [PLAY/PAUSE] key to unlock.