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.

In short
Start up
Select language
Terms and conditions
WiFi, updates, and email
Set date and time
Let's get started!

Set up PocketBook e-reader in 6 steps

In this article, we'll discuss the following steps:

Step 1: start

Step 2: select language

Step 3: terms and conditions

Step 4: WiFi, updates, and email

Step 5: set time and date

Step 6: get started!

What do you need?

Charged e-reader
The included micro USB cable
WiFi connection (optional)
Email address (optional)

Is setting up the e-reader not an issue for you? You can also read how to add books to the e-reader here.

How do you add books to your PocketBook e-reader?

Step 1: start the e-reader

Make sure the e-reader is at least 50% charged and start the e-reader.

Step 2: select language

Select the language and tap 'Next'.

Step 3: the fine print

Terms and conditions PocketBook e-reader

Read the terms and conditions and tap 'Apply'.

Step 4: connect to WiFi (optional)

Select a WiFi network and enter the right password and tap 'Next'. Via WiFi, you can download the latest updates and add books to your e-reader. You can also do this at a later time by connecting the device to a computer via the micro USB cable.

Step 4b: download updates (optional)

The device is looking for available updates. Tap 'Download and update' and wait for the e-reader to finish updating.

Step 4c: link email address

Want to add books to your PocketBook e-reader via email? Enter your e-mail address and a password. You receive an email from PocketBook to confirm your email address. After confirming this, you can add e-books to your e-reader by sending them as an attachment to the @pbsync.com address provided in the confirmation email.