6. Setting up WLAN


6.1 Using WLAN

As your tolino eReader has WLAN, you can connect your device to the Internet using a wireless network (WLAN).
If you do not have your own WLAN network, you can go online free of charge at one of the many Deutsche Telekom AG HotSpots* in Germany. Or use the WLAN network at your bookseller's branch. Also free of charge, of course.

6.2 Connecting to a WLAN network

Tap on “WLAN and flight mode” in the menu to register your tolino eReader on a wireless network. If the WLAN function is disabled, please enable it by tapping "WLAN". When WLAN is switched on, your eReader recognizes all wireless networks available at your location.

Now tap on your preferred network to select it. If it is encrypted with a password, a dialog window will appear. Enter a valid password here. After you have confirmed your input by tapping on “Connect”, your tolino eReader will connect to the Internet via WLAN.

If you would like to switch to flight mode instead, simply tap "Flight mode". However, no Internet connection can be established while the device is in flight mode. WLAN will not be re-enabled until you tap "WLAN" again.

Our recommendation: If you do not have your own WLAN network, you can go online free of charge at one of the many Deutsche Telekom AG HotSpots* in Germany. Or use the WLAN network at your bookseller's branch. Also free of charge, of course. For more information please see 6. Setting up WLAN

6.3 Searching for additional WLAN networks

By tapping on the Synchronize symbol #, your tolino eReader updates the list of wireless networks. To add a network that is not visible, tap on “Add network”. A dialog window opens in which you can enter the SSID (service set identification) of a network you know. You can usually find the SSID on the underside of your WLAN router or in the registration documents from your telecommunications provider.

6.3.1 Registering via a password-protected website

Some WLAN networks, e.g. in hotels, automatically open a login page if you attempt to access the Internet. In this case, the view switches to the web browser. You then have to log in or authenticate yourself to be able to access the Internet. Your hotel may provide you with a password at reception, or your Internet connection may be activated via your room number. Airports often offer time-limited free Internet access, but allow you to surf for longer and at higher speed for a fee. Payment is usually by credit card.

6.3.2 Logging in to a HotSpot from Deutsche Telekom

When you are close to a HotSpot from Deutsche Telekom AG in Germany, e.g. in many railway stations and on ICE trains, in airports, hotels and businesses, the WLAN connection is established automatically if required and is free of charge for you!
Please note: To use the Deutsche Telekom HotSpots free of charge, you must be registered with and logged in to a tolino bookseller. If you are not registered with and logged in to a tolino bookseller and simply want to surf the Internet with your eReader, you may be charged for your WLAN use as soon as you have entered e.g. your name, address, credit card or bank account data.

6.3.3 Flight mode (disabling WLAN)

Please switch WLAN off to use your tolino eReader during a flight. By the way, switching off WLAN also extends battery life.

6.4 Help setting up WLAN

I can't log on to the wireless network
First, ensure that you have selected the correct wireless network and entered the password. When you enter your password, make sure the "Show password" box is checked. Then you can see immediately whether you are entering the password correctly.
If your password contains diacritics (ä, ö, ü, à, ç, etc.) it may not be recognized. In this case you will have to change the password for the WLAN network.
Sometimes you may have trouble connecting although you have set the correct network and password. Repeat your entries. Also change your location. Drywall with metal blocking and reinforced concrete walls can reduce signal strength, so moving closer to your router may help. Problems connecting may also be caused by interference from other networks. In this case we recommend consulting someone who can configure your WLAN router.