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This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition 32GB. Please read this guide thoroughly to ensure optimal use of your device.
1. Suidhich
1.1 Fosgladh a’ bhogsa agus a’ chiad chosgais
Upon unboxing, locate the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition device and the included USB-C charging cable. It is recommended to fully charge your device before first use.
- Air a ghabhail a-steach sa bhogsa: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, USB-C charging cable, Quick Start Guide.
- A' cur cosgais: Connect the USB-C cable to the Kindle and a compatible USB power adapter (9W adapter recommended, sold separately). A full charge takes less than 2.5 hours.
- Cìs gun uèir: The Signature Edition supports wireless charging. Place the device on a compatible wireless charging dock (sold separately).

Image: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition charging wirelessly on a dock. The device can be charged via USB-C or wirelessly for extended battery life.
1.2 Cumhachd air / dheth
- Gus cumhachd a thoirt air: Press and hold the power button located on the bottom edge of the device until the screen lights up.
- Gus cumhachd a thoirt dheth: Press and hold the power button until a power dialog appears, then select 'Power Off'. A short press will put the device to sleep.
1.3 Ceangal Wi-Fi
To access the Kindle Store and download content, connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
- Bhon sgrìn Dachaigh, tap air an Suidhichidhean icon (gear icon) or swipe down from the top of the screen and tap A h-uile suidheachadh.
- Tagh Wi-Fi & Bluetooth, an uair sin Lìonraidhean Wi-Fi.
- Tagh an lìonra a tha thu ag iarraidh bhon liosta agus cuir a-steach am facal-faire ma thèid iarraidh ort.
The device supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security.
1.4 Suidheachadh cunntais
Register your Kindle to your Amazon account to access your content library and the Kindle Store.
- After connecting to Wi-Fi, follow the on-screen prompts to sign in with your Amazon account credentials.
- If you do not have an Amazon account, you can create one during this process.
2. Operating Your Kindle
2.1 Basic Navigation and Page Turns
The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition features a 7-inch glare-free display designed for comfortable reading.
- Page Turns: Tap the right side of the screen to turn to the next page, or the left side to go back. Swiping left or right also turns pages.
- Sgrion Dachaigh: Tap the top of the screen to reveal the navigation bar, then tap the Dhachaigh icon to return to your library.

Image: A hand holding the Kindle Paperwhite, displaying a book page. The 7-inch Paperwhite display offers fast page turns for an enhanced reading experience.
2.2 Reading Features
Customize your reading experience with various display and font settings.
- Adjusting Front Light: The Signature Edition features an auto-adjusting front light. You can also manually adjust the brightness by tapping the top of the screen while reading and using the brightness slider.
- Solas blàth: Adjust the warmth of the screen light for comfortable reading in different environments.
- Modh Dorcha: Invert screen colors for white text on a black background, ideal for low-light conditions. Access this from the quick settings menu.
- Roghainnean cruth-clò: While reading, tap the top of the screen, then select the Aa icon to adjust font size, font face, line spacing, and margins.

Image: Kindle Paperwhite screen illuminated in a dark room. The auto-adjusting front light allows for comfortable reading day or night.

Image: Close-up of the Kindle Paperwhite screen displaying text. Enjoy a glare-free display without distracting notifications.
2.3 Riaghladh Susbaint
Your Kindle provides access to a vast library of content.
- Stòr Kindle: Bhon sgrìn Dachaigh, tap air an Stòr icon to browse and purchase books.
- Leabharlann: All purchased content is stored in your library and can be downloaded to your device.
- Stòradh Cloud: All Amazon content is stored for free in the cloud, allowing you to access it from any compatible device.
- Cruthan le taic: Cruth Kindle 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, MOBI gun dìon, PRC gu dùthchasach; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP tro thionndadh; cruth claisneachd Audible (AAX).

Image: A collage of various book covers. The Kindle Store offers access to over 15 million titles worldwide.
2.4 Leabhraichean-èisteachd
Listen to Audible audiobooks on your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.
- Bluetooth: Connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers to your Kindle via the Wi-Fi & Bluetooth roghainnean.
- Playing Audiobooks: Download Audible audiobooks from the Kindle Store and play them through your connected Bluetooth device.
2.5 Dìon-uisge
Your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is waterproof (IPX8 rated).
- It is tested to withstand immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes.
- This makes it suitable for reading by the pool, in the bath, or at the beach.
- After exposure to water, ensure the USB-C port is dry before charging.
3. Cumail suas
3.1 Glanadh an inneil agad
- Use a soft, lint-free cloth to clean the screen and body of your Kindle.
- Seachain innealan-glanaidh sgrìobach, fuasglaidhean, no spraeirean aerosol.
- If the device has been exposed to water, gently wipe it dry.
3.2 Cùram Bataraidh
- To maximize battery life, avoid exposing your Kindle to extreme temperatures.
- A single charge can last up to twelve weeks, based on half an hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Heavy use, especially with wireless features or audiobook streaming, will reduce battery life.
- Charge the device regularly, but it is not necessary to fully discharge it before recharging.
3.3 Ùrachaidhean bathar-bog
Your Kindle will periodically receive software updates to improve performance and add new features.
- Ensure your Kindle is connected to Wi-Fi to receive automatic updates.
- You can manually check for updates by going to Suidhichidhean > Roghainnean inneal > Thoir sùil airson ùrachaidhean.
4. A ’dèanamh trioblaid
4.1 Inneal gun fhreagairt
- If your Kindle is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the power button for 40 seconds until the device restarts.
4.2 Duilgheadasan Ceangail Wi-Fi
- Dèan cinnteach gu bheil an router Wi-Fi agad air agus taobh a-staigh ruigsinneachd.
- Try restarting your Kindle and your Wi-Fi router.
- Dearbhaich gu bheil thu a’ cur a-steach am facal-faire Wi-Fi ceart.
4.3 Bataraidh gun a bhith a’ cur cosgais
- Check that the USB-C cable is securely connected to both the Kindle and the power adapter.
- Feuch ri càball USB-C eadar-dhealaichte no inneal-atharrachaidh cumhachd a chleachdadh.
- Ensure the USB-C port on the Kindle is clean and free of debris.
4.4 Content Not Downloading
- Verify your Wi-Fi connection is active and stable.
- Check your Amazon account for any payment issues or content restrictions.
- Ensure your device has sufficient storage space.
5. Sònrachaidhean
| Feart | Tuairisgeul |
|---|---|
| Taisbeanadh | 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
| Meud | 5" x 7" x 0.3" (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm) |
| Cuideam | 7.5 oz (214g) |
| Stòradh air an inneal | 32 GB; a’ cumail mìltean de leabhraichean. |
| Stòradh Cloud | Stòradh sgòthan an-asgaidh airson a h-uile susbaint Amazon. |
| Beatha bataraidh | Up to twelve (12) weeks (based on 30 mins reading/day, wireless off, light setting 13). |
| Ùine cosgais | Less than 2.5 hours with a 9W USB power adapter. |
| Ceangal Wi-Fi | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security. |
| Feartan Ruigsinneachd | GuthView screen reader (Bluetooth audio, English only), dark mode, adjustable font size, font face, line spacing, and margins. |
| Cruthan Susbaint a tha air an Taiceadh | Cruth Kindle 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, MOBI gun dìon, PRC gu dùthchasach; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP tro thionndadh; cruth claisneachd Audible (AAX). |
| Uisge-dhìonach | IPX8 rated (withstands immersion in 2 meters of fresh water for 60 minutes). |
| Ginealach | 12th Generation (2024 release). |
6. Barantas agus Taic
6.1 Fiosrachadh Barantais
Your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition comes with a 1-year limited warranty and service. Extended warranty options may be available for purchase separately in some regions.
6.2 Taic a Bharrachd
For further assistance and detailed information, please refer to the following resources:
- Stiùireadh Tòiseachaidh Luath: Included in your product packaging.
- Kindle User Guide: Accessible on your device or via the Amazon weblàrach.
- Accessibility for Kindle: Learn more about accessibility features on the Amazon weblàrach.
- Manage Your Content and Devices: Visit your Amazon account online to manage your Kindle content and device settings.