How do I reset my Playaway audiobook?
While PAUSED, Press SP+REV. The LCD screen will ask you if you want to reset. Press Play to confirm/reset. When the Playaway is turned on again it will be at the beginning.
Who makes playaways?
Findaway World, LLC
Playaway is a brand of portable media players designed for circulation in libraries by Findaway World, LLC, based in Solon, Ohio.
How do Playaway books work?
The Playaway is controlled by 8 buttons that allow the listener to turn the device on and off, to control the speed of the narrator’s voice, and to fast forward and reverse. The Playaway will start playing at the point where you last stopped it. Pressing the reverse button once will move it back one chapter.
Why wont my Playaway turn on?
We recommend first replacing the battery (please double-check to make sure it’s inserted in the right direction). Most times, this is all you need to do to get your Playaway to power on again.
How do I reset my Playaway launchpad?
If the Launchpad freezes or is not working properly, you can perform a soft reset by using a paperclip to hold down the reset button on the back of the Launchpad for 10 seconds.
What is Playaway audio?
Playaway is the pre-loaded audiobook that gives patrons the portability and freedom to listen to audiobooks anytime, anywhere. It’s the easiest way to circulate everything from bestsellers to new releases, promote literacy, and help patrons introduce more books into their lives every year.
What are Playaway Launchpads?
Playaway Launchpad is the first-ever secure, pre-loaded learning tablet created just for children in a circulation environment. Each Launchpad is pre-loaded with high-quality, ad-free learning apps grouped by age, grade level, subject area and theme. Playaway Launchpads address the pain points of general use tablets.
How do you charge a Playaway?
The battery life of a Wonderbook with a full charge is 14 to 16 hours. Wonderbooks charge with a micro USB cord. Plug the cord into the port on the bottom of the device. Each Wonderbook charges completely (from dead to full battery) in one hour.
What is playaway audio?
What is a playaway launchpad?
Playaway Launchpad is the first-ever secure, pre-loaded learning tablet created just for children in a circulation environment. Each Launchpad is pre-loaded with high-quality, ad-free learning apps grouped by age, grade level, subject area and theme.
What format is Playaway?
audiobook format
As technology continues to change, Playaway is and will remain the only physical audiobook format.
How do you use a Playaway car?
To connect the Playaway to your car stereo, simply plug one end of the cable into the headphone jack on the Playaway, and the other end into your car stereo’s auxiliary jack (also called an “aux” or “line in” jack; see photo). You’re all set!
What is Playaway audio quality like?
Playaway audio is of equal or greater quality to Audio CD’s & digital downloads that are available today. Why can’t I add, delete or transfer content on or from a Playaway?
Can I make copies of my Playaway content?
In order to protect the copyrighted works of authors and publishers as traditional books do, you are unable to make copies of Playaway content, nor can you add, delete or transfer content on or from a Playaway. Playaways shipped after August 2007 will have an indentation at the top of the player.
What should I do if my Playaway won’t turn on?
Like any good storyteller, sometimes the Playaway just needs a moment to catch its breath. First, turn it on and off. If that doesn’t solve the problem, remove and reinsert the battery, or insert a fresh battery. If the player still does not turn on, please contact Mackin at 800.245.9540 or [email protected].
How many batteries do I need to use a Playaway?
The majority of titles will only require one battery to listen to the entire title. In order to protect the copyrighted works of authors and publishers as traditional books do, you are unable to make copies of Playaway content, nor can you add, delete or transfer content on or from a Playaway.