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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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... eBook store. An Internet connection is complete, you can transfer content from your computer to the Reader to take anywhere you wish. Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you need to the Reader using eBook Library. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer to charge the...
... eBook store. An Internet connection is complete, you can transfer content from your computer to the Reader to take anywhere you wish. Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you need to the Reader using eBook Library. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer to charge the...
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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. 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.
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...; VOL -/+ button Adjusts the volume ( page 130). You can be charged by connecting 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 connect the AC Adapter for...
...; VOL -/+ button Adjusts the volume ( page 130). You can be charged by connecting 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 connect the AC Adapter for...
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... 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). To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting...
... 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). To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting...
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Getting Started About the serial number The serial number is on the label on the top right side of the Reader. Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the rear 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 holder. Do not remove the label. The number is for customer registration purposes. Note When you use it fully to insert it .
Getting Started About the serial number The serial number is on the label on the top right side of the Reader. Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the rear 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 holder. Do not remove the label. The number is for customer registration purposes. Note When you use it fully to insert it .
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... menu items" ( page 144, 147). It may take a few moments for the Reader to turn on , charging is required. Continued 10 If you turn on the Reader. Note If the Reader does not turn on and the initial setting screen to appear when using it for the first...Welcome!" screen appears in all four languages followed by the "Calibrate Touch Screen" ( page 18). Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader for the first time after the battery has been fully depleted. After completing the calibration, "Menu Language" screen appears. For...
... menu items" ( page 144, 147). It may take a few moments for the Reader to turn on , charging is required. Continued 10 If you turn on the Reader. Note If the Reader does not turn on and the initial setting screen to appear when using it for the first...Welcome!" screen appears in all four languages followed by the "Calibrate Touch Screen" ( page 18). Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader for the first time after the battery has been fully depleted. After completing the calibration, "Menu Language" screen appears. For...
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.... The Power Management operates as follows: After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters sleep mode automatically while the battery power is consumed slightly. After 5 days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power... is at a low level, the Reader will shut down . Continued 11 Hint When the "Power Management" setting is activated. The Reader turns off , the Reader enters sleep mode. At purchase, the Power Management is set to "On" ( page...
.... The Power Management operates as follows: After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters sleep mode automatically while the battery power is consumed slightly. After 5 days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power... is at a low level, the Reader will shut down . Continued 11 Hint When the "Power Management" setting is activated. The Reader turns off , the Reader enters sleep mode. At purchase, the Power Management is set to "On" ( page...
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... "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). Note In the following ways. Slide the Power switch and hold it for Reader (AC-S5220E) (optional) to charge - When connected to the computer using the supplied USB cable - Getting Started Hint You can 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 "On." - When ...
... "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). Note In the following ways. Slide the Power switch and hold it for Reader (AC-S5220E) (optional) to charge - When connected to the computer using the supplied USB cable - Getting Started Hint You can 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 "On." - When ...
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Continued 13 Charge in sleep mode). Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need 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. S5220E) (optional). It ... one of the following ways. Connect to a computer via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is low. Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB. Connect to an AC outlet using it for...
Continued 13 Charge in sleep mode). Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need 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. S5220E) (optional). It ... one of the following ways. Connect to a computer via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is low. Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB. Connect to an AC outlet using it for...
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... AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Continued 14 Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15). Hints If eBook... Library has not been installed on the using the supplied USB cable. The same applies when the Reader's battery is in the shutdown state, ...
... AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Continued 14 Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15). Hints If eBook... Library has not been installed on the using the supplied USB cable. The same applies when the Reader's battery is in the shutdown state, ...
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... While charging via an extension cable or USB hub is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. Continued 15 Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. While the... Reader is not connected to malfunction. These operations may cause the Reader to an AC outlet for an extended period. To check the battery status You can verify the remaining battery power...
... While charging via an extension cable or USB hub is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. Continued 15 Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. While the... Reader is not connected to malfunction. These operations may cause the Reader to an AC outlet for an extended period. To check the battery status You can verify the remaining battery power...
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If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. 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 battery ( page 13).
If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. 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 battery ( page 13).
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... turned on, then connect them via USB ( page 14). For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on the desktop. "Installer for Reader" window appears. "Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on-screen instructions. To install eBook Library in the...
... turned on, then connect them via USB ( page 14). For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on the desktop. "Installer for Reader" window appears. "Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on-screen instructions. To install eBook Library in the...
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In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 Getting Started How to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. You can select menu items by tapping them. The actual operation for the example is the starting point to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book.
In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 Getting Started How to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. You can select menu items by tapping them. The actual operation for the example is the starting point to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book.
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... the Home menu in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 31). Home menu Menu item (Continue Reading) (Books) (All Notes) Description Displays the page of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups created in books within the Reader ( page 26). Continued 24 These items can be rearranged in "Customize Home Menu" under "Advanced Settings." Refer...
... the Home menu in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 31). Home menu Menu item (Continue Reading) (Books) (All Notes) Description Displays the page of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups created in books within the Reader ( page 26). Continued 24 These items can be rearranged in "Customize Home Menu" under "Advanced Settings." Refer...
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...Notes") in the Home menu, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up a book page. For details on -screen keyboard ( page 29). Also, you can search the "All Notes" list for notes. For details on the Reader and memory cards. The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the... books stored on bookmarks, refer to page 94. - Hint You can add a comment to page 102. Continued 26...
...Notes") in the Home menu, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up a book page. For details on -screen keyboard ( page 29). Also, you can search the "All Notes" list for notes. For details on the Reader and memory cards. The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the... books stored on bookmarks, refer to page 94. - Hint You can add a comment to page 102. Continued 26...
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...Bookmark containing a handwritten comment. The list of bar varies depending on the "Sort" type. - 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... a book First sentence of a bookmarked page. First sentence of a page. page Types of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on the Reader appears. Added comment. Sorted "by Type": Index bar with icons - ...
...Bookmark containing a handwritten comment. The list of bar varies depending on the "Sort" type. - 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... a book First sentence of a bookmarked page. First sentence of a page. page Types of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on the Reader appears. Added comment. Sorted "by Type": Index bar with icons - ...