Using the NOOK 1st Edition (grey case)
Power and Charging
Turn the NOOK on and off using the silver button on the top edge of the device. Press once to turn on,
or put back to sleep. To turn the NOOK completely off, press and hold for about 7 seconds.
Connect the NOOK to a USB port or a wall outlet to charge. The light on the bottom edge of the
NOOK will indicate that it is charging, and will turn off when it is fully charged.
Using the Touchscreen
Touch the Home button located just above the color touchscreen. Slide your finger along the screen
to view more icons.
the daily unique content from Barnes & Noble, subscriptions and lending notifications
my library all of your eBooks, PDFs, and other documents
shop Barnes & Noble's eBookstore (note: you may not purchase books on a Library NOOK)
reading now shortcut to what you're currently reading
games the NOOK comes loaded with chess and Sudoku
wifi Wi-Fi settings
audio controls for music and audio books
web beta version basic web browser
settings preferences and user settings
Use the action buttons while in a menu.
Up (^) button to move up the reading screen.
Down (v) button to move down the reading screen.
Select (°) button to select an item on the screen or acts as the "enter" key.
Scrollbar to scroll up and down the screen.
Back (<) button to take you back to the previous screen.
Reading a Book
Tap my library on the touchscreen. Be sure you are viewing My B&N Library for B&N eBooks. Others will
be found in My Documents. Use the up or down arrow buttons to highlight the eBook you want to read.
Tap Select (°) on the right side of the touchscreen.
To turn the page, use the previous (<) / next (>) page turn buttons on the sides of the Nook to turn
pages while reading. You can also swipe the touchscreen once it turns dark to turn the page.
For user guides, manuals, and video tutorials, see www.barnesandnoble.com/nook/support/.
Using the NOOK Simple Touch (black case)
Power and Charging
Turn the NOOK on and off by pressing and holding the logo on the back of the cover, for about 2
seconds.
Charge the NOOK using the included cord. The smaller end should go in the microUSB port at the
bottom of the device. You will need to connect the other end to a regular USB port to charge.
To wake up your device, press the Home button located just below the touchscreen. You may need
to unlock the NOOK by swiping your finger across the touchscreen, left to right.
Getting Started
The NOOK has two ridges on the left and right side of the touchscreen. These can be used to turn
pages or scroll up and down a list.
The Home button beneath the touchscreen will also bring up the Quick Nav bar when you are
reading a book. This will give you the following options:
home return to the home page
library all of your eBooks, PDFs, and other documents
shop Barnes & Noble's eBookstore (note: you may not purchase books on a Library NOOK)
search find books in the library and shop
settings preferences and user settings
On the home screen, the book symbol in the top left corner will return you to the book you are
currently reading. The status bar shows the battery status and whether you are connected to Wi-Fi.
Reading a Book
Tap library on the Quick Nav bar. Be sure you are viewing All documents. Use the arrows at the bottom
of the page, or the left & right ridges, or swipe vertically to move through the list. Tap to the book you
want to read.
To turn the page, use the left & right ridges buttons or swipe (left to right turns to the previous page,
while right to left turns forward). Tap the screen once to bring up viewing and navigation options. Tap
and hold over a word to highlight or look up the definition for that word.
For user guides, manuals, and video tutorials, see www.barnesandnoble.com/nook/support/.
NOOK Rules
To request a book to be purchased and loaded onto the Nook, please email the Library at
reference@ccsnh.edu.
Borrowers must be 17 years of age and sign a contract at time of checkout.
The NOOK will circulate for a two week loan period. No renewals are allowed.
The replacement cost of the NOOK will be $213.90. The replacement fee of $213.90 will be
charged if the item is not returned, or is returned broken or unusable (this will be determined
by the Library Director.)
Overdue fines for the NOOK will be $10.00 per day. If the device is more than 20 days overdue
with no explanation, the full replacement fee, $213.90, will be paid.
The NOOK must not be registered by users at Barnes & Noble to purchase item or connected
to a personal computer with Adobe Digital Editions.
No existing programs or titles should be removed from the NOOK while it is in the borrower’s
possession.
Any device malfunctions and/or problems should be reported to Library staff immediately.
The NOOK must not be used by children, dropped, or allowed to come into contact with
water.
All parts of the device, including USB cable, plug, and case must be returned with the NOOK.
The NOOK should be returned directly to a Library staff member. It may not be returned through
the book drop or left at an unattended desk.
