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Join a Wi-Fi® Network

To shop at Reader Store or connect to the internet wirelessly, set up a wireless (Wi-Fi®) internet connection with the following steps.

Preparing to set up a Wi-Fi connection

Before connecting to an access point, turn on [Wi-Fi] on the Reader.

  1. Press the (Home) button tap [Settings] [Wireless Network Settings].

  1. Confirm that there is a check in the box to the right of [Wi-Fi].

A check indicates that [Wi-Fi] is turned on. Wi-Fi is turned on by default.
Alternatively, you can tap the status bar [Wi-Fi].
Tip

  • Turn off [Wi-Fi] when it is not in use in order to extend the battery life of the Reader.

  • If you do not perform any wireless operations for more than 5 minutes, the wireless feature automatically enters standby mode. See Details.


Wi-Fi status icons

The following icons in the status bar indicate the status of the Wi-Fi connection.

Icon
Status
Wi-Fi is activated. The number of bars indicates the Wi-Fi signal strength.
The Wi-Fi network feature of the Reader is in standby mode. See Details.
There is no Wi-Fi access point. In this state, you cannot access Reader Store.
The [Wi-Fi] setting is turned off.

Choosing a connection type

Depending on your Wi-Fi environment, connect to an access point via one of the following methods.
The following questions will determine the most suitable case for setting the Reader’s Wi-Fi network connection.

  1. Internet

*WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

Case A

A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with WPS button Details

Case B

A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with PIN input Details

Case C

Connecting to a Wi-Fi router without WPS support Details

Case D

Connecting to an available Wi-Fi network Details

Manual setup

Set up a Wi-Fi network connection manually; connect to an access point for which the SSID is set to be invisible. See Details.

Case A: A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with WPS button

The Reader is compatible with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), which lets you easily make a Wi-Fi connection using the “WPS” or “Connect” button on your WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router. Make sure to turn on [Wi-Fi] and tap [Wi-Fi Settings] on the [Wireless Network Settings] screen. Alternatively, you can turn on [Wi-Fi] by tapping the status bar and tapping [Wi-Fi Settings].

  1. Tap [WPS Push-Button Configuration] [Start ].

  1. On your Wi-Fi router, press the “WPS” or “Connect” button within 2 minutes.*

The Reader automatically attempts to establish a Wi-Fi connection.
* The name of the button on your Wi-Fi router may vary.

  1. “WPS” or “Connect” button

  1. After the Reader screen shows the setup completion, tap [OK].

The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details.
For more technical notes, see Details.

Case B: A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with PIN input

If your WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router does not support push-button configuration, connect by using a PIN (Personal Identification Number). Make sure to turn on [Wi-Fi] and tap [Wi-Fi Settings] on the [Wireless Network Settings] screen. Alternatively, you can turn on [Wi-Fi] by tapping the status bar and tapping [Wi-Fi Settings].

  1. Tap [Add Wi-Fi Network] [WPS PIN Method] [Start ].

A PIN will be shown on the screen of the Reader.
Enter the PIN into your Wi-Fi router. Refer to your Wi-Fi router’s instruction manual for further details.

  1. After entering the PIN, tap [OK] on the Reader. Your Wi-Fi router’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) is displayed in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list on the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen.

  1. Tap your Wi-Fi router’s SSID [Connect].

The Reader connects to the wireless network.
The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details.
For more technical notes, see Details.

Case C: Connecting to a Wi-Fi router without WPS support

Make sure to turn on [Wi-Fi] and tap [Wi-Fi Settings] on the [Wireless Network Settings] screen. Alternatively, you can turn on [Wi-Fi] by tapping the status bar and tapping [Wi-Fi Settings].

  1. Tap [Scan].

The available access points are listed under [Wi-Fi Networks].

Item
Description
Network SSID
Security type
Page indicator
Page turn icon
Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects an unsecured network.
Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects a secured network. The Wi-Fi router to which you want to connect requires a password. A password may also be called a WEP key/WPA key/encryption key/network key, etc.

  1. Tap your Wi-Fi router’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list. For details on determining your Wi-Fi router’s SSID, refer to your Wi-Fi router’s instruction manual.

  1. If prompted for a password, tap the input area and type in the password using the on-screen keyboard.

  1. Tap [Connect].

The Reader connects to the Wi-Fi network.
The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details.
For more technical notes, see Details.

Case D: Connecting to an available Wi-Fi network

Some public wireless access points, or “hotspots”, are open and you can simply connect to them. Make sure to turn on [Wi-Fi] and tap [Wi-Fi Settings] on the [Wireless Network Settings] screen. Alternatively, you can turn on [Wi-Fi] by tapping the status bar and tapping [Wi-Fi Settings].

  1. Tap [Scan].

The available access points are listed under [Wi-Fi Networks].

Item
Description
Network SSID
Security type
Page indicator
Page turn icon
Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects an unsecured network.
Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects a secured network. The Wi-Fi router to which you want to connect requires a password. A password may also be called a WEP key/WPA key/encryption key/network key, etc.

  1. Tap your Wi-Fi router’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list.

  1. If prompted for a password, tap the input area and type in the password using the on-screen keyboard.

  1. Tap [Connect].

The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar.

  1. The [Browser] application may start automatically to connect to a public access point. Otherwise, start the [Browser] application manually; press the (Home) button, tap [Browser].

  1. The browser screen may show further information about completing the connection. Follow any instruction(s) where applicable.

For more technical notes, see Details.

Manually setting a Wi-Fi connection

You can set up a Wi-Fi network connection manually by inputting the required information for connection. Make sure to turn on [Wi-Fi] and tap [Wi-Fi Settings] on the [Wireless Network Settings] screen. Alternatively, you can turn on [Wi-Fi] by tapping the status bar and tapping [Wi-Fi Settings].

  1. Tap [Add Wi-Fi Network].

  1. Tap [Manual Registration].

  1. Tap the [SSID] input area and type in using the on-screen keyboard.

  1. Tap the [Security Method] menu (the default value is [Open]), and then tap the supported security type.

  1. Tap the [Password] input area and type in your password using the on-screen keyboard, and then tap [OK] [Save].

  1. Tap the saved network SSID in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list on the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen.

  1. If prompted for a password, tap the input area and type in the password using the on-screen keyboard.

  1. Tap [Connect].

The Reader connects to the Wi-Fi network.
The Wi-Fi connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details.
For more technical notes, see Details.

General notes on Wi-Fi connectivity

  • Tap and hold a network SSID in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list to display the access point’s status and related information.

  • Before connecting to a wireless network, check all requirements, user name and/or password details with the internet/Wi-Fi service provider.

  • You can configure up to 20 Wi-Fi network connections.

  • The Reader does not support certain custom Wi-Fi network security systems. For details, contact the internet/Wi-Fi service provider.

  • If you edit the password of a Wi-Fi network to which you are currently connected, the Reader will attempt to reconnect to the Wi-Fi network using the new password.

  • To use a static IP address, press the (Menu) button tap [Advanced] in the [Wi-Fi Settings] tap [Use Static IP]. Do not change this setting unless instructed to by a network administrator, as the Wi-Fi network connection may not be established correctly.

  • If an access point’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) is private, enter Wi-Fi connection information manually.

  • The access point may filter access by MAC address. Check the MAC address by pressing the (Home) button tap [Settings] [About] [Device Information], then register the MAC address with the access point to establish a Wi-Fi connection.

  • When you are connected to a Wi-Fi network, you can also display speed, security and other Wi-Fi network details by pressing the (Menu) button and tapping [Connection Information] in the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen.

  • An access point, once configured, can be connected to again simply by tapping it in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list and tapping [Connect].

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