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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. Seti
1.1 Ta'ese'ese ma Totogi Muamua
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.
- E aofia i totonu o le Pusa: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, uaea e fa'atumu ai le lapo'a USB-C, Taiala Vave e Amata ai.
- Totogi: 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.
- Totogi uaealesi: 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 Malosi / Malosi
- I le Malosiaga: Press and hold the power button located on the bottom edge of the device until the screen lights up.
- Tape le Malosi: 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 Feso'ota'iga Wi-Fi
To access the Kindle Store and download content, connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
- Mai le Home screen, tap le Fa'atonu faailoga (faailoga o le kia) pe swipe i lalo mai le pito i luga o le lau ma oomi Fa'atonu uma.
- Filifili Wi-Fi & Bluetooth, ona Fesootaiga Wi-Fi.
- Choose your desired network from the list and enter the password if prompted.
E lagolagoina e le masini feso'ota'iga 2.4 GHz ma le 5.0 GHz fa'atasi ai ma le puipuiga o le WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, ma le OWE.
1.4 Seti Fa'amatalaga
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. Fa'agaoioia lau 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.
- Mata o le Fale: Tap the top of the screen to reveal the navigation bar, then tap the Aiga 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 Vaega o le Faitauga
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.
- Malamalama mafanafana: Adjust the warmth of the screen light for comfortable reading in different environments.
- Faiga pogisa: Invert screen colors for white text on a black background, ideal for low-light conditions. Access this from the quick settings menu.
- Fa'atonuga mataitusi: 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 Puleaina o Mataupu
Your Kindle provides access to a vast library of content.
- Faleoloa Kindle: Mai le Home screen, tap le Faleoloa icon to browse and purchase books.
- Faletusi: All purchased content is stored in your library and can be downloaded to your device.
- Teuga o Ao: All Amazon content is stored for free in the cloud, allowing you to access it from any compatible device.
- Fa'asologa Lagolago: Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, MOBI e le puipuia, PRC faʻaonaponei; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP e ala i le liua; Fa'alogo leo (AAX).

Image: A collage of various book covers. The Kindle Store offers access to over 15 million titles worldwide.
2.4 Tusi Fa'alogo
Listen to Audible audiobooks on your Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.
- Bluetooth: Connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers to your Kindle via the Wi-Fi & Bluetooth faatulagaga.
- Playing Audiobooks: Download Audible audiobooks from the Kindle Store and play them through your connected Bluetooth device.
2.5 Puipuiga mai le vai
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. Tausiga
3.1 Fa'amama lau masini
- Use a soft, lint-free cloth to clean the screen and body of your Kindle.
- ʻAloʻese mai faʻamamā mea faʻamama, solvents, poʻo aerosol sprays.
- If the device has been exposed to water, gently wipe it dry.
3.2 Tausiga maa
- 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 Fa'afouga polokalame
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 Fa'atonu > Filifiliga Meafaigaluega > Siaki mo Faafouga.
4. Faʻafitauli
4.1 Mea e Le Tali
- If your Kindle is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the power button for 40 seconds until the device restarts.
4.2 Fa'afitauli Feso'ota'iga Wi-Fi
- Ia mautinoa o lo'o fa'agaoioia lau Wi-Fi router ma o lo'o i totonu o le vaega e mafai ona e feso'ota'i i ai.
- Taumafai e toe amata lau Kindle ma lau Wi-Fi router.
- Fa'amautinoa o lo'o e fa'auluina le fa'aupuga sa'o Wi-Fi.
4.3 Le Ma'a e le Totogiina
- Check that the USB-C cable is securely connected to both the Kindle and the power adapter.
- Taumafai e fa'aoga se isi uaea USB-C po'o se fa'aoga eletise.
- 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. Fa'amatalaga
| Fa'aaliga | Fa'amatalaga |
|---|---|
| Fa'aaliga | 7” Paperwhite display technology with built-in front light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
| Tele | 5” x 7” x 0.3” (127.6 x 176.7 x 7.8 mm) |
| mamafa | 7.5 oz (214g) |
| Teuga i luga o le masini | 32 GB; umia le afe ma afe o tusi. |
| Teuga o Ao | E teu fua le ao mo mea uma a Amazon. |
| Ola ma'a | Up to twelve (12) weeks (based on 30 mins reading/day, wireless off, light setting 13). |
| Taimi Totogi | E itiiti ifo i le 2.5 itula pe a fa'aaoga se adapter eletise USB 9W. |
| Feso'ota'iga Wi-Fi | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and OWE security. |
| Avanoa Features | LeoView screen reader (Bluetooth audio, English only), dark mode, adjustable font size, font face, line spacing, and margins. |
| Lagolagoina Fa'asologa o Anotusi | Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, MOBI e le puipuia, PRC faʻaonaponei; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP e ala i le liua; Fa'alogo leo (AAX). |
| Suavai | Fa'ailoga IPX8 (e tatalia le fa'atofuina i le 2 mita o le vai fou mo le 60 minute). |
| Tupulaga | Tupulaga lona 12 (fa'alauiloaga 2024). |
6. Fa'amaonia ma Lagolago
6.1 Fa'amatalaga Fa'amaonia
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 Lagolago Faaopoopo
Mo nisi fesoasoani ma faʻamatalaga auiliili, faʻamolemole tagaʻi i punaoa nei:
- Vave Amata Taiala: Included in your product packaging.
- Kindle User Guide: Accessible on your device or via the Amazon webnofoaga.
- Accessibility for Kindle: Learn more about accessibility features on the Amazon webnofoaga.
- Manage Your Content and Devices: Visit your Amazon account online to manage your Kindle content and device settings.