Post your Questions about the Hanlin V8 and V2 here! - Page 4

Liviu_5 · 03-31-2006, 05:28 PM

Hi,

I have tried one relatively short text file (~50 kb), the software (installed without any problems on first try) did it fast to a ~80 kb Wolf file which looks just great on my screen. Very ease to maneuvre with the buttons included in the viewer. I took a snagit jpg-picture of a page as seen in the Wolf viewer and I include it here as an attachement. I really like how it looks on my screen, if only I could buy one Jinke reade I would do it

.

Liviu

[QUOTE=maple]Hi Moonraker
I’m sure the software can work well now. You can try it again.
http://www.jinke.com.cn/compagesql/E...nter/index.asp

luag · 03-31-2006, 10:33 PM

Moonraker: Not defending or anything, but I guess they simply had to release the software...v8 is officially released in China now. (which of course, is intended for chinese market)

Liviu_5 · 04-01-2006, 02:02 AM

Hi,

I posted the wrong picture of the Jinke reader/viewer since there are two wolf file readers that I downloaded, and it seems that the one that approximates the Jinke V2 is the Wolf viewer while earlier I used Wolf reader which approximates an earlier non e-ink Jinke reader. I include the picture of the same page from the same file (approximately since the pagination is different) with the correct viewer. The problems mentioned by other people appear here. I tried the print option too, however the resulting file while indeed does not have the chinese characters problem, does not display as nicely as this one. So ultimately I think that we really need hands on experience with the actual reader. I am still very interested in Jinke or Sony reader and I hope they become available soon.
Once again sorry for the mistake in my earlier post.

Liviu

TaKir · 04-01-2006, 02:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Liviu_5

however the resulting file while indeed does not have the chinese characters problem, does not display as nicely as this one.

My first attempt (printing from MSWord) was not good enouhg (in Wolf viewer right part of all lines was outside of a paper screen).

But when I checked print properties (in MSword) - there was pointed A4 paper. I changed it to Hanlin paper and everyting became OK. The new test book counts about 370 pages insted of 175 A4.

In the evening I can put printscreen of my testbook.

Moreover, the file size of new well-done test book redused from 7,5 mb to 4,5 mb ))

Moonraker · 04-01-2006, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luag

Moonraker: Not defending or anything, but I guess they simply had to release the software...v8 is officially released in China now. (which of course, is intended for chinese market)

Luag, of course you are correct. V8 software should be available to the Chinese market.
But Jinke did not have to give English access to this software for the V2. I think this was overly generous of them. I would like to see it clearly stated on their website that this software is unfinished for the English market.
I do believe that Jinke have a very good hardware product with the Hanlin e-ink reader. They sound like a nice company and I wish them well. I am seriously considering purchasing the V2 providing they can get the software in up to scratch.

RickBoatright · 04-01-2006, 11:45 PM

Is there anyone we can contact about availability of V2 and V8 models in the US. A Major SF publisher is interested in bundling content on an e-ink hardware platform but we have been unable to get a reply from anyone about sales into the US.

Thanks

Rick

CommanderROR · 04-02-2006, 12:06 PM

well...the v8 is for china...so you won't get that I guess...and the V2 should be out in june/july in US, so I guess you'll have to wait.

Maple here on the forums should be able to answer any qustions though...and hanlin have answered all my questions by email in a 24hour timescale...so that should work as well...
how did you try to reach tehm?

CommanderROR · 04-02-2006, 03:37 PM

I tried the new Hanlin software...it actually works on my computer now...the printer and the reader/creator.
The problem is that the resulting text is not really usable...lines are broken strangely and stuff like that...but I guess they could fix that easily...so there is hope.

NatCh · 05-26-2006, 11:15 AM

I was looking at the V8 manual on Jinke's site (link) -- it's rather techy about refreshing the images on some pages for some reason, but I was able to bang on it a bit and actually read about 6 of the 14 pages.

I ran across a few interesting items in it on page 3:

The first is a mention and diagram of a "copyright card." I'm wondering what that's about. I don't suppose Maple is still monitoring this thread, but perhaps he's still out there and might explain a bit more.

The second is mention of the fact that you can can charge the batt in ~3 hours (unsurprising, as it's a standard cell phone battery, but good to know).

The third is that you can charge said battery from a USB connection (in addition to the standard wall-brick type charger).

That would be nice, not having to carry a charger for your e-reader if you've got your laptop along, or you're going somewhere where you'll have access to a 'puter with a USB port....

Of course, not having to charge the rascal for a week or two at a time would be best, but I'm the sort that will always carry a charger for the 'tronix I take with me on a trip of any length. Just compulsive that way, I suppose.

Snappy! · 05-27-2006, 03:11 AM

Right now I am just wondering what's happening to the status of the Hanlin reader. It seemed to have disappeared off the radar. No news or updates on its release dates. No new reviews whatsoever. hmmm anyone with updates?

My country's government dole out some funds to everyone across the country recently and it went to a new Sharp Zaurus C1000. hehe ... it would have been a Jinke Hanlin reader if it was available, but oh well ...

It's doing what I want and more. I just wonder when the Hanlin will be out. There might be sufficient funds left to get the Hanlin V8 if not V2 ...

Maple, any ideas when it will be ready?

shousa · 05-28-2006, 03:36 AM

I was told it is a Smart Card similar to a telephone SIM Card. I have asked if it can read any ebooks that have DRM in the western world. My initial feeling is that it does not. The V2 is more open than Sony and less priced than the Iliad so would otherwise be the perfect choice - but no ebooks for an ebook reader is a serious issue. Still....I think I will buy it!

Quote fromk "May" of "Jinke"
The device has a smart card which is similar as SIM card of mobile phone.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NatCh

I was looking at the V8 manual on Jinke's site (link) -- it's rather techy about refreshing the images on some pages for some reason, but I was able to bang on it a bit and actually read about 6 of the 14 pages.

I ran across a few interesting items in it on page 3:

The first is a mention and diagram of a "copyright card." I'm wondering what that's about. I don't suppose Maple is still monitoring this thread, but perhaps he's still out there and might explain a bit more.

The second is mention of the fact that you can can charge the batt in ~3 hours (unsurprising, as it's a standard cell phone battery, but good to know).

The third is that you can charge said battery from a USB connection (in addition to the standard wall-brick type charger).

That would be nice, not having to carry a charger for your e-reader if you've got your laptop along, or you're going somewhere where you'll have access to a 'puter with a USB port....

Of course, not having to charge the rascal for a week or two at a time would be best, but I'm the sort that will always carry a charger for the 'tronix I take with me on a trip of any length. Just compulsive that way, I suppose.

shousa · 05-28-2006, 03:46 AM

Okay, lets say I buy a V2.

Where can I buy ebooks (latest novels etc) that will work with it?

What other uses could it really be used for that would be practical?

maple · 05-29-2006, 01:42 AM

Hi friends, long time no see. I got the news that the sample of V2 will be expected to be availalble by the end of June. And I also heard that the v8 got a good market responses. Recently, Jinke will increase the output of V8. And they're talking the business cooperation with some European companies.

CommanderROR · 05-29-2006, 02:41 AM

Hi maple!
Nice of you to come over here and inform us. This shows us that Jinke cares about it's prospective customers...^^

Thanks.

Alexander Turcic · 05-29-2006, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maple

And they're talking the business cooperation with some European companies.

Wonderful news. Please keep us updated!

03-31-2006, 05:28 PM	#46
Liviu_5 Books and more books Posts: 917 Karma: 69499 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: White Plains, NY, USA Device: Nook Color, Itouch, Nokia770, Sony 650, Sony 700(dead), Ebk(given)	Hi, I have tried one relatively short text file (~50 kb), the software (installed without any problems on first try) did it fast to a ~80 kb Wolf file which looks just great on my screen. Very ease to maneuvre with the buttons included in the viewer. I took a snagit jpg-picture of a page as seen in the Wolf viewer and I include it here as an attachement. I really like how it looks on my screen, if only I could buy one Jinke reade I would do it . Liviu [QUOTE=maple]Hi Moonraker I’m sure the software can work well now. You can try it again. http://www.jinke.com.cn/compagesql/E...nter/index.asp Attached Thumbnails

04-01-2006, 02:02 AM	#48
Liviu_5 Books and more books Posts: 917 Karma: 69499 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: White Plains, NY, USA Device: Nook Color, Itouch, Nokia770, Sony 650, Sony 700(dead), Ebk(given)	Wrong picture earlier Hi, I posted the wrong picture of the Jinke reader/viewer since there are two wolf file readers that I downloaded, and it seems that the one that approximates the Jinke V2 is the Wolf viewer while earlier I used Wolf reader which approximates an earlier non e-ink Jinke reader. I include the picture of the same page from the same file (approximately since the pagination is different) with the correct viewer. The problems mentioned by other people appear here. I tried the print option too, however the resulting file while indeed does not have the chinese characters problem, does not display as nicely as this one. So ultimately I think that we really need hands on experience with the actual reader. I am still very interested in Jinke or Sony reader and I hope they become available soon. Once again sorry for the mistake in my earlier post. Liviu Attached Thumbnails

04-01-2006, 11:45 PM	#51
RickBoatright Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2006	availability of V2 and V8 in the US Is there anyone we can contact about availability of V2 and V8 models in the US. A Major SF publisher is interested in bundling content on an e-ink hardware platform but we have been unable to get a reply from anyone about sales into the US. Thanks Rick

05-26-2006, 11:15 AM	#54
NatCh Gizmologist Posts: 11,615 Karma: 929550 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Embassy at Jackson, TN Device: Pocketbook Touch HD3	V8 Manual thoughts. I was looking at the V8 manual on Jinke's site (link) -- it's rather techy about refreshing the images on some pages for some reason, but I was able to bang on it a bit and actually read about 6 of the 14 pages. I ran across a few interesting items in it on page 3: The first is a mention and diagram of a "copyright card." I'm wondering what that's about. I don't suppose Maple is still monitoring this thread, but perhaps he's still out there and might explain a bit more. The second is mention of the fact that you can can charge the batt in ~3 hours (unsurprising, as it's a standard cell phone battery, but good to know). The third is that you can charge said battery from a USB connection (in addition to the standard wall-brick type charger). That would be nice, not having to carry a charger for your e-reader if you've got your laptop along, or you're going somewhere where you'll have access to a 'puter with a USB port.... Of course, not having to charge the rascal for a week or two at a time would be best, but I'm the sort that will always carry a charger for the 'tronix I take with me on a trip of any length. Just compulsive that way, I suppose.

05-28-2006, 03:46 AM	#57
shousa Groupie Posts: 181 Karma: 232 Join Date: May 2006	Ebooks for V2 Okay, lets say I buy a V2. Where can I buy ebooks (latest novels etc) that will work with it? What other uses could it really be used for that would be practical?

03-31-2006, 10:33 PM	#47
luag Zealot Posts: 144 Karma: 30 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Jakarta, Indonesia Device: Onyx Boox 60	Moonraker: Not defending or anything, but I guess they simply had to release the software...v8 is officially released in China now. (which of course, is intended for chinese market)

04-02-2006, 12:06 PM	#52
CommanderROR eink fanatic Posts: 2,022 Karma: 4924 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Germany Device: STAReBOOK, iRex Iliad, Sony 505, Kindle 2	well...the v8 is for china...so you won't get that I guess...and the V2 should be out in june/july in US, so I guess you'll have to wait. Maple here on the forums should be able to answer any qustions though...and hanlin have answered all my questions by email in a 24hour timescale...so that should work as well... how did you try to reach tehm?

04-02-2006, 03:37 PM	#53
CommanderROR eink fanatic Posts: 2,022 Karma: 4924 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Germany Device: STAReBOOK, iRex Iliad, Sony 505, Kindle 2	I tried the new Hanlin software...it actually works on my computer now...the printer and the reader/creator. The problem is that the resulting text is not really usable...lines are broken strangely and stuff like that...but I guess they could fix that easily...so there is hope.

05-27-2006, 03:11 AM	#55
Snappy! Addict Posts: 260 Karma: 4256 Join Date: Feb 2006 Device: SHARP Zaurus C1000	Right now I am just wondering what's happening to the status of the Hanlin reader. It seemed to have disappeared off the radar. No news or updates on its release dates. No new reviews whatsoever. hmmm anyone with updates? My country's government dole out some funds to everyone across the country recently and it went to a new Sharp Zaurus C1000. hehe ... it would have been a Jinke Hanlin reader if it was available, but oh well ... It's doing what I want and more. I just wonder when the Hanlin will be out. There might be sufficient funds left to get the Hanlin V8 if not V2 ... Maple, any ideas when it will be ready?

05-29-2006, 01:42 AM	#58
maple Member Posts: 11 Karma: 17 Join Date: Mar 2006	Hi friends, long time no see. I got the news that the sample of V2 will be expected to be availalble by the end of June. And I also heard that the v8 got a good market responses. Recently, Jinke will increase the output of V8. And they're talking the business cooperation with some European companies.

05-29-2006, 02:41 AM	#59
CommanderROR eink fanatic Posts: 2,022 Karma: 4924 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Germany Device: STAReBOOK, iRex Iliad, Sony 505, Kindle 2	Hi maple! Nice of you to come over here and inform us. This shows us that Jinke cares about it's prospective customers...^^ Thanks.

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