Section 3 A Word About Wireless; Simple Explanation Of Wireless Technology - Amazon Kindle D00111 User Manual

SECTION 3
A Word About Wireless
To get the most from your Kindle, you will want to use the
wireless feature. When you connect to Amazon through
the wireless connection, you can shop for, purchase, and
download a variety of reading materials for your Kindle.
You can also access other Kindle services. You must have
wireless turned on to use the web browsing feature.
This section will help you understand the basic principles
of the Kindle wireless operation

Simple Explanation of Wireless Technology

Kindle uses the same EVDO wireless technology that
many cell phones use. When you have the Kindle turned
on, and wireless switched to the ON position, your device
is a radio transmitter and receiver. It receives and
transmits radio frequency (RF) signals.
The quality of your connection depends on your distance
from the cellular tower and the signal strength in your area.
Your Kendle informs you of the current signal strength by
displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength
icon located on the Settings screen. The more bars
displayed, the stronger the signal.
Although the Kindle wireless solution is based on EVDO
technology, it can also operate in the older 1XRTT mode
when EVDO is not available.
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SECTION 3 ─ A Word About Wireless