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BlackBerry: FAQ

IMPORTANT:
1. If you intend to load eBooks on SD card, you need to install MobiPocket Reader 5.3 or later onto your BlackBerry. The MobiPocket Reader 5.2 does NOT detect books located on the card.
2. All books located on SD card must be in the eBooks folder. The Reader will NOT detect books located in any other folder. See instructions here.
3. If you intend to connect BlackBerry to a desktop, please install BlackBerry Desktop Manager Software first. If you are connecting BlackBerry to a Windows PC, just install the Free MobiPocket Reader on the PC. This Desktop MobiPocket Reader will automatically install the correct version of MobiPocket Reader on the BlackBerry. If you are not connecting the BlackBerry to a Windows PC, please read the directions below.

How to read ebooks on a BlackBerry?
There are 2 steps: you need to (1) install the Free MobiPocket Reader and (2) you need to transfer the eBook.
1. MobiPocket Reader Installation: If you have a Windows PC please follow these instructions. If you do not have a Windows PC, you can install the Reader manually. Alternatively, you can download the Reader from your handheld over the air. Note: you need the Reader 5.3 or later to be able to read eBooks located on a memory card (media card).
2. Transfer the eBook to the BlackBerry.

How to transfer an eBook to a BlackBerry?
1. If you have a Windows PC and you have installed the Desktop MobiPocket Reader, selects the default eBooks location on your device to memory card, select the eBook, and click the Send button as explained in here.
2. If you don't use the Desktop MobiPocket Reader, you need to copy the eBook to a memory card (media card) to eBooks folder manually.
3. In any case you CANNOT use the Desktop Manager to transfer PRC files to the BlackBerry.

How to copy eBooks to a memory card (media card) manually?
You need to copy eBooks to eBooks folder on a memory card. There are several ways of doing that:
1. You can remove the card from the BlackBerry, plug it into the Desktop computer SD card reader and copy the PRC file(s) directly onto the card into eBooks folder. The Reader will NOT detect books located in any other folder. Insert the card into BlackBerry and the eBooks will be automatically added to your library.
2. You can enable Mass Storage Mode Support. In this case the memory card will appear on your desktop. Just copy files into the eBooks folder. Disconnect the BlackBerry from the Desktop computer. Run the MobiPocket Reader on the BlackBerry.
Finally, please make sure you are using the MobiPocket Reader 5.3 or later on your BlackBerry (installation instructions). Previous versions of MobiPocket Reader cannot access the memory card.

How to set e-books default location on the handheld device (main memory, card)?
On the Desktop MobiPocket Reader click Reading Devices. Select the device. Click on the Edit Properties button. Click on Synchronization tab. Select the e-books location on the handheld - we suggest to select the memory card.

How to change MobiPocket Reader settings such as font size?
Start the MobiPocket Reader on the BlackBerry, Click the Options button, select Settings.

How to expand a map or an image?
Select the map or the image and click on it.

Can I download the program over the air?
Yes. You need to purchase directly from MobiPocket. Go to m.mobipocket.com and search keyword MobileReference.

I have a Mac computer. Can I install the software on my PDA?
Yes. You need to install the MobiPocket Reader manually or Over the Air. Please follow this instructions. Then just transfer the e-book to your handheld and enjoy the reading.

I have a corporate computer and cannot run Installer.exe. Can I still install the software on my PDA?
Yes. You need to install the Reader manually or Over the Air. Please follow this instructions. Then just transfer the e-book to your handheld and enjoy the reading.

Can the software run in 240x240 mode? horizontal screen?
Yes. The software can run in any resolution, vertical or horizontal.

Can I install multiple MobileReference eBooks on my PDA?
Yes. You can install as many eBooks as you want.

I installed the eBook to my device, but I do not see the icon for the guide?
The e-book does not have its own icon. Please open the MobiPocket Reader and select the e-book from the library.

Manual MobiPocket Reader Installation on the BlackBerry
1. Download this zipped file (alternative server) to your desktop. Unzip the folder.
2. Connect the Blackberry to your Desktop and start the BlackBerry Desktop Manager
3. Double click on the Application Loader button. This will start the wizard.


4. Click the Next button on the Wizard window.
5 . To install or update the MobiPocket Reader, click the Add button.


6. Browse to the desktop and select the mobireader.alx file. (If you are upgrading, you may receive the massage "No additional applications designed for your device were found". This message means that you already have the Reader installed. Please disregard the message and proceed with the upgrade.)
7. Click the Next button. The wizard will indicate that MobiPocket Reader will be installed (upgraded).
8. Click the Finish button. This should install the Application on your Blackberry device.
8. Your Blackberry will reboot (rebooting may take several minutes).

How to add files to the memory card with "Mass Storage Mode Support" enabled?
1. Go to Settings > options > Advanced Options > Media Card
2. Set Media Card Support: On
3. Set Mass Storage Mode Support: On
4. Set Auto Enable Mass Storage: Yes
5. Save the settings and exit

On the Desktop:
1. Quit the Desktop Manager
2. Plug the BlackBerry using the USB cable.
3. The File Explorer Window will open automatically.
4. Copy the eBooks files into the window.
5. Disconnect the BlackBerry from the Desktop computer. N.B.: The Reader CANNOT access the memory card until you have disconnected the BlackBerry from the USB port of the Desktop computer.
6. Run the MobiPocket Reader on the BlackBerry.

Alternatively On the Desktop:
1. Start Desktop Manager
2. Select Media Manager
3. A dual window box will open with Desktop files listed on the left hand side, and BlackBerry files listed on the right hand side
4. Transfer the files between the Desktop computer and the BlackBerry.
5. Disconnect the BlackBerry from the Desktop computer. N.B.: The Reader CANNOT access the memory card until you have disconnected the BlackBerry from the USB port of the Desktop computer.
6. Run the MobiPocket Reader on the BlackBerry.

How to upgrade to a full version?
Please purchase the full version from MobileReference.com or from one of our distributors.

How to reboot (soft reset) BlackBerry?
Turn Power off. If you cannot Turn Power off from menu, soft reboot the device by inserting a toothpick or needle into a small window on the back of the device.
Another way to soft-reboot is to press the ALT + CAP + DELETE keys at the same time (red keys):

Will I loose any software after a soft reboot?
No software will be lost after soft reboot. The soft reboot closes all the programs and frees up memory.

Do I need a registration code?
No. Please download the full version from MobileReference.com or from one of our distributors (Handango.com, MobiPocket.com).

When I try to unzip a file, I get the error message: "The compressed (zipped) Folder is invalid or corrupted?
The most likely reason is an incomplete download - sometimes the network drops the download and you are left with half the file. We suggest that you check the file size (Right-click>Properties). Compare the "downloaded file" size to the file size on the server. Re-downloading the file always solves the problem. If it doesn't, please let us know, the file could have been compromised on the server. In this case we will re-upload the file and let you know when it is ready for download.

Contact Information:

Please direct questions about the MobiPocket Reader to www.mobipocket.com/forum

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