ipad Goodreader
Hi there FC,
I downloaded the manuals into my desktop and then transferred it to Dropbox (there's a thread about this program somewhere in this computer section). Once the stuff I wanted was in Dropbox, I opened up Goodreader and downloaded the ones that I think I might need offline (up on the FD for instance). Goodreader smartly recognizes Dropbox, Mobileme and a few other file sharing programs, so that was a pretty easy one click set up.
The other method which seems simpler, but I have not personally tried is to use iTunes/iPad link and download the files directly.
But all this is assuming that CX allows you guys to download the manuals off the net.
All a bit cumbersome, which I hope Apple will resolve soon.