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Jump to the table of contents User's Guide PRS-300 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-151-151-12(1)
Jump to the table of contents User's Guide PRS-300 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-151-151-12(1)
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Table of Contents Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader 5 Getting Started Parts and Controls 6 Turning on the Reader 9 About the sleep mode of the Reader 10 Charging the Reader 11 About charging 11 Charging the Reader via USB connection 11 Installing eBook Library 15 Basic Menu Operation 16 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content...
Table of Contents Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader 5 Getting Started Parts and Controls 6 Turning on the Reader 9 About the sleep mode of the Reader 10 Charging the Reader 11 About charging 11 Charging the Reader via USB connection 11 Installing eBook Library 15 Basic Menu Operation 16 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content...
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Other Information Updating the Reader's Firmware 74 About Books Pre-installed on the Reader 75 Notes on the Reader Disposal 76 Precautions 77 On safety 82 Note on use 82 On heat build-up 83 On software 84 On Cleaning 85 On Copyrights 86 About GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE 87 Specifications 89 Index 91
Other Information Updating the Reader's Firmware 74 About Books Pre-installed on the Reader 75 Notes on the Reader Disposal 76 Precautions 77 On safety 82 Note on use 82 On heat build-up 83 On software 84 On Cleaning 85 On Copyrights 86 About GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE 87 Specifications 89 Index 91
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... take anywhere you wish. Once initial preparation is required. Getting Started Charge the Reader, then install eBook Library. Reading Enjoy content on your computer to the Reader to the Reader *1 The Internet connection is complete, you need to prepare the Reader for use. Initially after purchase, you can transfer content from your computer. Introduction...
... take anywhere you wish. Once initial preparation is required. Getting Started Charge the Reader, then install eBook Library. Reading Enjoy content on your computer to the Reader to the Reader *1 The Internet connection is complete, you need to prepare the Reader for use. Initially after purchase, you can transfer content from your computer. Introduction...
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Also flashes in orange when switching the Reader on /off the Reader. ( page 9) Charge indicator Lights up in red while charging, and goes off . Holes for cover attachment Used to attach the cover (optional). ... the "Settings" menu. POWER switch Switches on or off when charging is complete. ( page 11) Flashes in orange when your computer starts accessing the Reader via USB. Continued Getting Started (Return) button Goes to an upper menu or cancels the operation. (Bookmark) button Creates/Removes a bookmark. ( page 46...
Also flashes in orange when switching the Reader on /off the Reader. ( page 9) Charge indicator Lights up in red while charging, and goes off . Holes for cover attachment Used to attach the cover (optional). ... the "Settings" menu. POWER switch Switches on or off when charging is complete. ( page 11) Flashes in orange when your computer starts accessing the Reader via USB. Continued Getting Started (Return) button Goes to an upper menu or cancels the operation. (Bookmark) button Creates/Removes a bookmark. ( page 46...
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Hint • The Reader can be charged by connecting to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). Do not remove the label. The number is required for customer registration. Getting Started USB connector Used to connect the USB cable (supplied). ( page 11) DC IN jack Used to a computer using the supplied USB cable. RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is possible. ( page 64) About the serial number The serial number provided for the Reader is on the label on the rear of the Reader.
Hint • The Reader can be charged by connecting to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). Do not remove the label. The number is required for customer registration. Getting Started USB connector Used to connect the USB cable (supplied). ( page 11) DC IN jack Used to a computer using the supplied USB cable. RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is possible. ( page 64) About the serial number The serial number provided for the Reader is on the label on the rear of the Reader.
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... for the first time after a reset or shutdown, or when the battery has been depleted. Press the Enter button to proceed to your computer. The Reader is turned on for the first time, after purchase, the welcome screen appears. For details, see "Settings menu items." ( page 59) It may take... a few moments to turn on the Reader before connecting to the next screen and set the "Menu Language" and "Date and Time Format" settings. Note • If the...
... for the first time after a reset or shutdown, or when the battery has been depleted. Press the Enter button to proceed to your computer. The Reader is turned on for the first time, after purchase, the welcome screen appears. For details, see "Settings menu items." ( page 59) It may take... a few moments to turn on the Reader before connecting to the next screen and set the "Menu Language" and "Date and Time Format" settings. Note • If the...
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...). • You can minimize battery consumption by default. When the sleep mode setting is activated, the Reader automatically enters sleep mode after 60 minutes of the Reader You can set the Reader to a computer using "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu. ( page 58) • You... can activate/deactivate sleep mode in the "Advanced Settings" menu. ( page 63) Note • In the following states, the Reader will not automatically turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. To stop consuming battery power, use "Device Shutdown" in the "Advanced Settings" menu. ( page...
...). • You can minimize battery consumption by default. When the sleep mode setting is activated, the Reader automatically enters sleep mode after 60 minutes of the Reader You can set the Reader to a computer using "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu. ( page 58) • You... can activate/deactivate sleep mode in the "Advanced Settings" menu. ( page 63) Note • In the following states, the Reader will not automatically turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. To stop consuming battery power, use "Device Shutdown" in the "Advanced Settings" menu. ( page...
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... 3.5 hours*) • Connect to an AC outlet using it takes at least 40 minutes). The Reader is turned on the Reader, and then charge in red), the Reader will not turn on the screen (it for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). (Charging time: approx. 2 hours*) * Approximate time required to fully charge the... not turn on until (indicating connection via USB, slide the POWER switch. Continued 11 Turn on . Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB connection, follow the steps below. Before connecting via USB) appears on , the battery has been fully depleted...
... 3.5 hours*) • Connect to an AC outlet using it takes at least 40 minutes). The Reader is turned on the Reader, and then charge in red), the Reader will not turn on the screen (it for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). (Charging time: approx. 2 hours*) * Approximate time required to fully charge the... not turn on until (indicating connection via USB, slide the POWER switch. Continued 11 Turn on . Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB connection, follow the steps below. Before connecting via USB) appears on , the battery has been fully depleted...
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...your computer is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up in sleep mode). Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon. ( page 13) • When the Reader is connected to an AC outlet and turned on (not in red while charging) goes off. Continued...not been installed on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only). ( page 15) • To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Charge indicator To AC outlet USB cable (supplied) * The displayed screen during the USB connection varies...
...your computer is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up in sleep mode). Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon. ( page 13) • When the Reader is connected to an AC outlet and turned on (not in red while charging) goes off. Continued...not been installed on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only). ( page 15) • To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Charge indicator To AC outlet USB cable (supplied) * The displayed screen during the USB connection varies...
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... power is connected to your computer, although charging is in progress (charge indicator lights up from the computer before the USB connection. • While the Reader is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Continued 13 It will not appear on the... operations may not work and is not connected to a notebook computer which is not supported. Be sure to your computer, do not turn on the Reader for an extended period. To check the battery status You can verify the remaining battery power by checking the battery indicator in the shutdown state...
... power is connected to your computer, although charging is in progress (charge indicator lights up from the computer before the USB connection. • While the Reader is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Continued 13 It will not appear on the... operations may not work and is not connected to a notebook computer which is not supported. Be sure to your computer, do not turn on the Reader for an extended period. To check the battery status You can verify the remaining battery power by checking the battery indicator in the shutdown state...
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Getting Started Note • If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and the Reader will turn it on again. ( page 11) Continued 14 Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery. ( page 11) 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 11) Continued 14 Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery. ( page 11) If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears.
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... install eBook Library. • Your computer needs to your computer are turned on, then connect them via USB. ( page 11) The "Installer for Reader" window, then follow the on -screen instructions. "Installer for eBook Library. "Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on -screen instructions.... that is stored on the desktop. Notes • The Internet connection is connected to meet the minimum system requirements for Reader" - Getting Started Installing eBook Library eBook Library is the content management software you have disabled the AutoPlay feature of Vista) -
... install eBook Library. • Your computer needs to your computer are turned on, then connect them via USB. ( page 11) The "Installer for Reader" window, then follow the on -screen instructions. "Installer for eBook Library. "Mac" "Setup eBook Library," and then follow the on -screen instructions.... that is stored on the desktop. Notes • The Internet connection is connected to meet the minimum system requirements for Reader" - Getting Started Installing eBook Library eBook Library is the content management software you have disabled the AutoPlay feature of Vista) -
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Continued 16 Hint • In addition to the number buttons, you can operate the Reader by using the Enter buttons. Getting Started Basic Menu Operation You can also select an item by selecting item from the menu, press the number buttons as indicated on the number tabs. "Home" menu Number tabs Cursor Number buttons (Home) button (Return) button (Bookmark) button (Size) button Enter button Directional buttons To select an item from the menu (list).
Continued 16 Hint • In addition to the number buttons, you can operate the Reader by using the Enter buttons. Getting Started Basic Menu Operation You can also select an item by selecting item from the menu, press the number buttons as indicated on the number tabs. "Home" menu Number tabs Cursor Number buttons (Home) button (Return) button (Bookmark) button (Size) button Enter button Directional buttons To select an item from the menu (list).
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Getting Started In this manual, the operating instructions of the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. Press the number 2 button, or press the / buttons to move the cursor onto "Books by title" desired book "Begin." The actual operation for the example is shown as follows. Example: Selecting a book from the Book list From the "Home" menu, select "Books by Title" and then press the Enter button. (Home) button "Home" menu Continued 17
Getting Started In this manual, the operating instructions of the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. Press the number 2 button, or press the / buttons to move the cursor onto "Books by title" desired book "Begin." The actual operation for the example is shown as follows. Example: Selecting a book from the Book list From the "Home" menu, select "Books by Title" and then press the Enter button. (Home) button "Home" menu Continued 17
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...page 60) If it takes at least 40 minutes). is authorized for the eBook Store." or "This device is displayed. Note • If the Reader does not turn on until (indicating connection via USB) appears on the screen (it has already been authorized, "Authorized for Adobe DRM content." Although charging... is turned on , the battery has been fully depleted. Note • The Internet connection is authorized from the eBook store, the Reader and your computer. Slide the POWER switch. Continued 20 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content Authorizing the...
...page 60) If it takes at least 40 minutes). is authorized for the eBook Store." or "This device is displayed. Note • If the Reader does not turn on until (indicating connection via USB) appears on the screen (it has already been authorized, "Authorized for Adobe DRM content." Although charging... is turned on , the battery has been fully depleted. Note • The Internet connection is authorized from the eBook store, the Reader and your computer. Slide the POWER switch. Continued 20 Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content Authorizing the...
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...start it manually. • If the Reader in the Source view. Continued 21 Make sure to your computer. The View area is connected to the Store view. eBook Library starts automatically. Importing and Transferring Content Connect the Reader to turn on the country. Hint ...8226; The available eBook store varies depending on the Reader before the USB connection. Click "eBook Store" in the shutdown state is ...
...start it manually. • If the Reader in the Source view. Continued 21 Make sure to your computer. The View area is connected to the Store view. eBook Library starts automatically. Importing and Transferring Content Connect the Reader to turn on the country. Hint ...8226; The available eBook store varies depending on the Reader before the USB connection. Click "eBook Store" in the shutdown state is ...
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...Downloaded eBooks are grouped under "Purchased" in the Library. The View area is required on your computer. • You need to authorize the Reader to the eBook Library Help. Start eBook Library. Click "eBook Store" in the Source view. You also need to ...eBooks from an online eBook store to your computer" ( page 20) or refer to transfer and read downloaded eBooks on the Reader. For details, see "Authorizing the Reader and your computer. Importing and Transferring Content Downloading eBooks from eBook store You can download eBooks from an eBook store. Notes ...
...Downloaded eBooks are grouped under "Purchased" in the Library. The View area is required on your computer. • You need to authorize the Reader to the eBook Library Help. Start eBook Library. Click "eBook Store" in the Source view. You also need to ...eBooks from an online eBook store to your computer" ( page 20) or refer to transfer and read downloaded eBooks on the Reader. For details, see "Authorizing the Reader and your computer. Importing and Transferring Content Downloading eBooks from eBook store You can download eBooks from an eBook store. Notes ...
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...file (.pdf) A file in digital books and publications. Bookmarks and links on PDF files can be used . Book types supported by the Reader The following are the book types supported by eBook Library. Importing and Transferring Content Hint • eBooks can be automatically converted into RTF files ...transferred to the Reader. *1 Only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer. Word files will be read on eBook Library operations, refer to fit ...
...file (.pdf) A file in digital books and publications. Bookmarks and links on PDF files can be used . Book types supported by the Reader The following are the book types supported by eBook Library. Importing and Transferring Content Hint • eBooks can be automatically converted into RTF files ...transferred to the Reader. *1 Only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer. Word files will be read on eBook Library operations, refer to fit ...
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The "Import Files" dialog box appears. Select the content file to the Reader. Note • Although you can import audio and photo files to eBook Library, you can import content files stored on your computer. Hint • You ... time by selecting "Import Folder" on the "File" menu. 25 Importing and Transferring Content Importing content to eBook Library You can import, refer to the Reader only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer into RTF files during transfer to the eBook Library Help. Start eBook Library. Click...
The "Import Files" dialog box appears. Select the content file to the Reader. Note • Although you can import audio and photo files to eBook Library, you can import content files stored on your computer. Hint • You ... time by selecting "Import Folder" on the "File" menu. 25 Importing and Transferring Content Importing content to eBook Library You can import, refer to the Reader only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer into RTF files during transfer to the eBook Library Help. Start eBook Library. Click...