Jetbook Lite DRM compatiblity?

[kirbinster]

Ok, so if I download an epub book from my library (NYPL) can I read it on my Jetbook Lite, and if so what do I have to do.

[coconur]

Originally Posted by kirbinster

Ok, so if I download an epub book from my library (NYPL) can I read it on my Jetbook Lite, and if so what do I have to do.

The answer is no. My library (WI Public Library Consortium) also has Adobe Digital Editions epubs with DRM. The JBL doesn't read these, only ereader DRM, which is the PDB format. I remember reading back in December that Adobe just released the specs for their epub format so that other manufacturers could implement the unlock for it on their devices. I emailed ectaco tech support to ask if they would be doing that, since I really would like to get books from my library as well. Their response was to simply tell me how well the DRM PDB format works on the JBL. <sigh>

I also asked if I could be put on their email list for firmware updates (thanks for the suggestion, heffe) :-), but they must have missed that question in the email. :-(

I still really like the JBL. It's comfortable to hold, the page controls are ergonomically well-placed, it fits perfectly in my pocket, and I can go on a week-long trip without having to take 6-8 books. Perhaps someone with more influence on ectaco than I clearly have coupld get them to consider unlocking Adobe epubs?

[heffe2001]

Originally Posted by coconur

The answer is no. My library (WI Public Library Consortium) also has Adobe Digital Editions epubs with DRM. The JBL doesn't read these, only ereader DRM, which is the PDB format. I remember reading back in December that Adobe just released the specs for their epub format so that other manufacturers could implement the unlock for it on their devices. I emailed ectaco tech support to ask if they would be doing that, since I really would like to get books from my library as well. Their response was to simply tell me how well the DRM PDB format works on the JBL. <sigh>

I also asked if I could be put on their email list for firmware updates (thanks for the suggestion, heffe) :-), but they must have missed that question in the email. :-(

I still really like the JBL. It's comfortable to hold, the page controls are ergonomically well-placed, it fits perfectly in my pocket, and I can go on a week-long trip without having to take 6-8 books. Perhaps someone with more influence on ectaco than I clearly have coupld get them to consider unlocking Adobe epubs?

According to Pavel, DRM'ed Epub reading is on their list of things to add, but he didn't give any other info other than that. He's usually very good at answering any questions, and I know they are actively looking for any suggestions, bugs, or issues people have with the units. It'd be much better in my opinion to shoot him an email rather than post a problem on the forums (or call their tech support, you'll most likely get him if you mention you've got a problem with the Jetbook/Lite, I'm guessing he's 'THE GUY' when it comes to these units). Also if you had him add you after the release of 15, then you'd most likely not get notification of that release.

[PodPeople]

Originally Posted by coconur

I emailed ectaco tech support to ask if they would be doing that, since I really would like to get books from my library as well. Their response was to simply tell me how well the DRM PDB format works on the JBL. <sigh>

I also emailed Ectaco regarding their plans for adopting Adobe DRM. I got this reply from their sales manager:

"Thank you for your inquiry. The jetBook Lite currently supports DRM ebooks in PDB format from Barnes & Noble. Also supported are the following unprotected ebook formats: ePub, Mobi, PRC, RTF, .txt, .pdf, .fb2. We are working on the new version which supports Adobe Digital Editions, but it is not likely to be released in the near future."