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Jump to the table of contents User's Guide PRS-600 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-153-621-12(1)
Jump to the table of contents User's Guide PRS-600 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-153-621-12(1)
User's Guide
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... 22 About the Home menu 24 Inserting a Memory Card 33 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content 37 Authorizing the Reader and your computer 37 Downloading eBooks from eBook store 40 Importing content to eBook Library 41 Transferring Content 44 Transferring content to ...the Reader 44 Transferring content via a memory card 48 Synchronizing content in Library with the Reader 52 Reading Books Reading Books 54 Using the Option menu of the book list 56 Sorting a list 58 Continued
... 22 About the Home menu 24 Inserting a Memory Card 33 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content 37 Authorizing the Reader and your computer 37 Downloading eBooks from eBook store 40 Importing content to eBook Library 41 Transferring Content 44 Transferring content to ...the Reader 44 Transferring content via a memory card 48 Synchronizing content in Library with the Reader 52 Reading Books Reading Books 54 Using the Option menu of the book list 56 Sorting a list 58 Continued
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... Advanced Settings menu items 146 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 150 Restoring default settings 163 Uninstalling eBook Library 166 Other Information Updating the Reader Device Software 167 About Books Pre-installed on the Reader 168 Notes on Reader Disposal 169 Precautions 170 On safety 175 On heat build-up 176 On the headphones 176 Note on use...
... Advanced Settings menu items 146 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 150 Restoring default settings 163 Uninstalling eBook Library 166 Other Information Updating the Reader Device Software 167 About Books Pre-installed on the Reader 168 Notes on Reader Disposal 169 Precautions 170 On safety 175 On heat build-up 176 On the headphones 176 Note on use...
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.... Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you need to charge the Reader battery, and install the dedicated software "eBook Library" on the Reader. Downloaded eBooks *1 *2 Transferring eBooks/Audio/ Picture file to prepare the Reader for use. An Internet connection is complete..., you wish. Transferring Transfer content from your computer to the Reader to the Reader using eBook Library. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer to take anywhere you can transfer ...
.... Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you need to charge the Reader battery, and install the dedicated software "eBook Library" on the Reader. Downloaded eBooks *1 *2 Transferring eBooks/Audio/ Picture file to prepare the Reader for use. An Internet connection is complete..., you wish. Transferring Transfer content from your computer to the Reader to the Reader using eBook Library. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer to take anywhere you can transfer ...
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You can turn the page using the touch screen ( page 19). (Home) button Displays the Home menu ( page 24). You can also turn multiple pages by pressing and holding the buttons. Continued Getting Started Parts and Controls Touch screen The touch screen gives you simple access to the various functions on the Reader ( page 18). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page.
You can turn the page using the touch screen ( page 19). (Home) button Displays the Home menu ( page 24). You can also turn multiple pages by pressing and holding the buttons. Continued Getting Started Parts and Controls Touch screen The touch screen gives you simple access to the various functions on the Reader ( page 18). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page.
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... page 13). DC IN jack Used to a computer using the supplied USB cable. RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is possible ( page 150). Hint The Reader can use various functions such as creating notes, jumping to a page, etc., from the Size menu. OPTIONS button ... menu ( page 29, 32, 57, 84, 111, 125, 131, 137). Continued You can be charged by connecting to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). You can adjust the text size and zoom in/out a page or picture from the Option menu. VOL -/+ button Adjusts the...
... page 13). DC IN jack Used to a computer using the supplied USB cable. RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is possible ( page 150). Hint The Reader can use various functions such as creating notes, jumping to a page, etc., from the Size menu. OPTIONS button ... menu ( page 29, 32, 57, 84, 111, 125, 131, 137). Continued You can be charged by connecting to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). You can adjust the text size and zoom in/out a page or picture from the Option menu. VOL -/+ button Adjusts the...
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Continued To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 14). ... 33). Stylus The stylus enables you to attach the cover (optional). Charge indicator Lights up in orange when your computer starts accessing the Reader via USB. POWER switch Switches the Reader on the touch screen ( page 9, 18, 150).
Continued To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 14). ... 33). Stylus The stylus enables you to attach the cover (optional). Charge indicator Lights up in orange when your computer starts accessing the Reader via USB. POWER switch Switches the Reader on the touch screen ( page 9, 18, 150).
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Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is on the label on the top right side of the Reader. Pull it out from the top when you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to the bottom of the Reader. The number is stored on the rear of the holder. Note When you use it fully to insert it . Do not remove the label. Getting Started About the serial number The serial number is for customer registration purposes.
Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is on the label on the top right side of the Reader. Pull it out from the top when you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to the bottom of the Reader. The number is stored on the rear of the holder. Note When you use it fully to insert it . Do not remove the label. Getting Started About the serial number The serial number is for customer registration purposes.
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... initial setting screen to your computer. When you select "English", the "Keyboard" screen appears. Continued 10 Make sure to turn on the Reader for the first time, after a reset ( page 150) or shutdown ( page 12), or after purchase, "Welcome!" After completing the calibration, "...Menu Language" screen appears. Note If the Reader does not turn on the Reader before connecting to appear when using it for the first time after the battery has been fully depleted. screen appears in all ...
... initial setting screen to your computer. When you select "English", the "Keyboard" screen appears. Continued 10 Make sure to turn on the Reader for the first time, after a reset ( page 150) or shutdown ( page 12), or after purchase, "Welcome!" After completing the calibration, "...Menu Language" screen appears. Note If the Reader does not turn on the Reader before connecting to appear when using it for the first time after the battery has been fully depleted. screen appears in all ...
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...When the "Power Management" setting is set to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. About the Power Management of the Reader The Reader has a Power Management feature to "On" ( page 142), the Reader enters sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if you slide the POWER switch and hold it for ...more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down after 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power is activated. The Power Management...
...When the "Power Management" setting is set to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. About the Power Management of the Reader The Reader has a Power Management feature to "On" ( page 142), the Reader enters sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if you slide the POWER switch and hold it for ...more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down after 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power is activated. The Power Management...
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...Device Shutdown" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 149). 12 When connected to charge - Getting Started Hint You can shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). When playing audio files or a slideshow ...To shut down the Reader manually in one of the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if "Power Management" is set to the computer using...
...Device Shutdown" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 149). 12 When connected to charge - Getting Started Hint You can shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). When playing audio files or a slideshow ...To shut down the Reader manually in one of the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if "Power Management" is set to the computer using...
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S5220E) (optional). Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB. Connect to charge the Reader when using the AC Adapter for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is connected to fully charge the battery. It will take ... a computer via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is low. Charge in sleep mode). Continued 13 Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need to an AC outlet using it for...
S5220E) (optional). Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB. Connect to charge the Reader when using the AC Adapter for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is connected to fully charge the battery. It will take ... a computer via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is low. Charge in sleep mode). Continued 13 Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need to an AC outlet using it for...
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...takes 5 minutes or more until appears. Continued 14 Hints If eBook Library has not been installed on the Reader and charging starts. (At purchase, the Reader is fully depleted.) Charge indicator To AC outlet USB cable (supplied) * The displayed screen during the USB connection ...appears on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15).
...takes 5 minutes or more until appears. Continued 14 Hints If eBook Library has not been installed on the Reader and charging starts. (At purchase, the Reader is fully depleted.) Charge indicator To AC outlet USB cable (supplied) * The displayed screen during the USB connection ...appears on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15).
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...an extension cable or USB hub is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Getting Started When the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up from the computer before performing these operations. Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. ...58320; While the Reader is connected to your computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up in red while charging) goes off, and the icon indicating that...
...an extension cable or USB hub is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Getting Started When the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up from the computer before performing these operations. Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. ...58320; While the Reader is connected to your computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up in red while charging) goes off, and the icon indicating that...
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Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery ( page 13). If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Getting Started Note If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and the Reader will turn it on again ( page 13). 16
Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery ( page 13). If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Getting Started Note If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and the Reader will turn it on again ( page 13). 16
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"Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on-screen instructions. To install eBook Library in the "Installer for Reader" window appears. "Installer for eBook Library. "Windows" - Notes An Internet connection is required to install eBook Library. ... disabled the AutoPlay feature of Vista) - For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on the Reader manually. From the Start menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in the case of Windows, start the installation launcher that...
"Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on-screen instructions. To install eBook Library in the "Installer for Reader" window appears. "Installer for eBook Library. "Windows" - Notes An Internet connection is required to install eBook Library. ... disabled the AutoPlay feature of Vista) - For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on the Reader manually. From the Start menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in the case of Windows, start the installation launcher that...
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The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. You can select menu items by tapping them. In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book. Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows.
The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. You can select menu items by tapping them. In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book. Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows.
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...). These items can change the items in the bottom left of the Home menu in books within the Reader ( page 26). Displays a list of the last book being read. Home menu Menu item (Continue Reading) (Books) (All Notes) Description Displays the page of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups created... in "Customize Home Menu" under "Advanced Settings." Refer to page 94 for bookmarks, 98 for highlights and 102 for markups. Displays the "Books" list ( page 54). Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by pressing the (Home) ...
...). These items can change the items in the bottom left of the Home menu in books within the Reader ( page 26). Displays a list of the last book being read. Home menu Menu item (Continue Reading) (Books) (All Notes) Description Displays the page of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups created... in "Customize Home Menu" under "Advanced Settings." Refer to page 94 for bookmarks, 98 for highlights and 102 for markups. Displays the "Books" list ( page 54). Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by pressing the (Home) ...
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...94. - Hint You can search the "All Notes" list for notes. The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on bookmarks, refer to page 98. - From ("All Notes") in the Home menu, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up... a book page. For details on the Reader and memory cards. Getting Started Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 29). Also, you can add...
...94. - Hint You can search the "All Notes" list for notes. The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on bookmarks, refer to page 98. - From ("All Notes") in the Home menu, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up... a book page. For details on the Reader and memory cards. Getting Started Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 29). Also, you can add...
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... sentence of a bookmarked page. bookmarked page. The list of bar varies depending on the Reader appears. Added comment. Continued 27 Back icon Headline Scroll bar* Annotated date/Book title/Page number Indicates type of note "All Notes" list * The type of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the "Sort" type. - Sorted...
... sentence of a bookmarked page. bookmarked page. The list of bar varies depending on the Reader appears. Added comment. Continued 27 Back icon Headline Scroll bar* Annotated date/Book title/Page number Indicates type of note "All Notes" list * The type of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the "Sort" type. - Sorted...