it can not be that at a coffee that is not just sold only to nerds, is no decent manual here but this is to be found exclusively on an accompanying CD. BAD.
So;
Included is next to the machine, a laminated card with a shortest summary of the functions of the machine.
The machine: quite small, looks very elegant, especially with the three colored control knobs on the front.
After the first switch and start there first a flashing and beeping concert that makes a look at the detailed operating inevitable. So from the computer, restart, insert CD .... Okay, I found the device must first be passed through a load of water and fill the lines. Done.
The coffee comes then quickly and very hot out of the machine. Very good.
The coffee strength is of course a) controlled by the inserted capsule as well as b) on the amount of water. The amount of water can be adjusted very easily, but "beginners" must also first in the annoying PDF guide look (ie: hold button and keep it pressed until the desired amount of water was charged, release button, then the whole is stored).
I like the machine very good and it makes a real alternative to the Nespresso machines. The decisive advantage: the capsules there are, at least here in Hamburg, just about to buy on every corner. Nespresso's stop only via the Internet or, in Hamburg, in exactly one shop, which is always crowded.
The machine is ready to work, has a good sized water tank and is generally very easy to use.
For the lack of printed "right" instructions I pull off half a star, so stay rounded 5 star.
For the price anyway: Best Buy