Franklin EBM-900 eBookman (Translucent Blue)

price: $129.99

SKU: EBM-900

Sales Rank: 32452

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Product Description

eBookMan series of new PDAs is a brand new device, so called "electronic book" that allows you not only to read thousands of titles available for the Microsoft Reader and Franklin's own library but to listen to audio books as well. 16-level grayscale display with 200 x 240 dpi resolution. In fact, it is a common digital assistant that will help you manage and store address-book, date-book, to-do list giving you a possibility of text entry via touchscreen. You can easily synchronize important data to Microsoft Outlook using Intellisync connection. MP3-capable music player enables you to use both a built-in headphone jack, or a speaker. Voice recording via microphone is also available.The eBookMan comes with 8 or 16 MB RAM, which can be expanded even further, with an option of screen backlighting, and with a number of book titles. A cradle with USB cable, stylus, and Quick Reference Guide are included. The device runs on two AAA batteries.

Product Specification

BatteriesIncluded:: 1
Batteries:: 2 AAA
BatteryDescription:: Single Use
Binding:: Electronics
Brand:: Franklin Electronics
Color:: 900 (Translucent Blue)
Compatibility:: PC USB
Connectivity:: USB
DisplaySize:: 3.2 Unknown modifier
EAN:: 0084793992261
Feature:: 8 MB handheld multimedia reader and content player with large display area
Download and read thousands of electronic books or documents, or listen to audio books
Listen to your favorite music in MP3 format
Write notes in your own handwriting, and record messages in your own voice
Keep track of your important numbers, dates, and appointments
Label:: Franklin Electronics
Manufacturer:: Franklin Electronics
Model:: EBM-900
ModemDescription:: None
NativeResolution:: 240 x 200
Platform:: Windows 2000
Windows 98
Windows NT
ProductGroup:: CE
Publisher:: Franklin Electronics
Size:: 900 (Translucent Blue)
Studio:: Franklin Electronics
SystemMemorySize:: 8 MB
Title:: Franklin EBM-900 eBookman (Translucent Blue)
UPC:: 084793992261
VariationDescription:: 900 (Translucent Blue)
Warranty:: 1 Year Limited
MPN:: EBM-900

Customer Reviews

Ebookman rocks.

I really enjoy this item for downloading ebooks. There's not alot of memory for the MP3's but that's okay you just need to buy a MMC card (or Multi-Media Card I like Scan Disk they are a good brand). But when You get your book downloaded it's all good and I don't use MP3's any way so no big. It also has all the PDA features such as voice memo, phone book, calculator, game downloading capability, dictionary, ect. Over all a great way to keep organized and to read ebooks....

3/15/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Handy EBM-911

I bought the Ebookman for $40 a few years ago.The unit is just small enough to fit in a shirt pocket but large enough with 3 font sizes to read. The mp3 music sounds good for me but it was meant more for audio books.I would prefer the backlight to be brighter. sure it uses batteries even while off and if they die then you WILL lose all data. I never had a problem with that because I use a multimedia card that has the entire system backed up. it's easy to backup daily.I use NiMH bats.When bats die...

3/6/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Great Product, But!!

Great product.The data loss is OK.There is room for an expandion mmc card so no bigee.Not bad for the money compared to other PDAs.The opnly problem is mine won't turn on anymore.And is too old for them to replace.Reset and what ever else they suggested never helped either.I just wish they made this unit a little more solid.ivnj...

9/29/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

very good but not perfect

What I like about it (I own ebm-901):1. Open platform (thus lots of useful FREE software available).2. Generic AAA batteries support.3. Simple USB interface.4. Large screen.5. Good handwriting recognition.6. Sturdy and reliable case.7. Low power consumption.8. Good music playback quality.Now, about its well-known problems: folks, BACKUP your data on your MMC! This way you will NEVER lose your OS and apps! Come on! The device does have a power backup in the form of a capacitor, which is really bad...

5/3/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

One word...BAD

This was a total waste of money, as it had data loss time and again, and that was when the thing would work!Do yourself a favor a stay away from this product, or else you will be throwing money away just like me....

3/17/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews