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...: Charging in progress Orange: When booting/shutting down/internal memory access Off: Off/Sleep mode/Reader in sleep mode, slide and hold for more than 3 seconds. Parts and Controls Power Switch To Power on the screen. 1 Battery consumption is minimized in sleep mode. 2 For details about [Standby Screen], see 129...
...: Charging in progress Orange: When booting/shutting down/internal memory access Off: Off/Sleep mode/Reader in sleep mode, slide and hold for more than 3 seconds. Parts and Controls Power Switch To Power on the screen. 1 Battery consumption is minimized in sleep mode. 2 For details about [Standby Screen], see 129...
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...of Contents Index 19 Specifications Specifications Model name PRS-950 Power source Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC AC adapter: 5.0 V DC, 1,500 mA USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Battery life (continuous playback) Maximum Battery: Approx. 20,000 continuous page turns ...when reading only * * Measured using a text based content in ePub format and a fully charged battery, consecutive page-turns at approximately one second per...
...of Contents Index 19 Specifications Specifications Model name PRS-950 Power source Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC AC adapter: 5.0 V DC, 1,500 mA USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Battery life (continuous playback) Maximum Battery: Approx. 20,000 continuous page turns ...when reading only * * Measured using a text based content in ePub format and a fully charged battery, consecutive page-turns at approximately one second per...
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...an AC outlet. The indicator goes off and appears when fully charged. Charge/Busy indicator Micro USB connector Charge/Battery status icon ( 34) AC outlet AC adapter USB cable Table of the Reader, and the other end to the AC adapter. 2 Connect to an AC outlet using the supplied AC ...adapter (PRSA-AC1). appears in the status bar during the charge process. The time to completely charge a depleted battery is about 2.5 hours. 1 Connect one end...
...an AC outlet. The indicator goes off and appears when fully charged. Charge/Busy indicator Micro USB connector Charge/Battery status icon ( 34) AC outlet AC adapter USB cable Table of the Reader, and the other end to the AC adapter. 2 Connect to an AC outlet using the supplied AC ...adapter (PRSA-AC1). appears in the status bar during the charge process. The time to completely charge a depleted battery is about 2.5 hours. 1 Connect one end...
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... in the AC adapter, disconnect it to your computer with the Reader. Connect the AC adapter to completely charge a depleted battery is about 5 hours. Charging the Reader Notes Do not use Charging battery recommended Table of Contents Index 23 Should you notice an abnormality in the status bar ( 33) during use...
... in the AC adapter, disconnect it to your computer with the Reader. Connect the AC adapter to completely charge a depleted battery is about 5 hours. Charging the Reader Notes Do not use Charging battery recommended Table of Contents Index 23 Should you notice an abnormality in the status bar ( 33) during use...
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Power Saving Tips Power Saving Tips Charging Battery To fully charge your Reader within the recommended operating temperature range ( 19). Table of charge ( 22, 48). Charging a completely depleted battery will take about 2.5 hours when connected to the supplied AC adapter. Recommended Temperature Please use your Reader, continue charging until an icon shows completion of Contents Index 24
Power Saving Tips Power Saving Tips Charging Battery To fully charge your Reader within the recommended operating temperature range ( 19). Table of charge ( 22, 48). Charging a completely depleted battery will take about 2.5 hours when connected to the supplied AC adapter. Recommended Temperature Please use your Reader, continue charging until an icon shows completion of Contents Index 24
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This only appears when the volume button is pressed and returns to the previous display (either blank or page indicator). An invalid operation. Audio playback. Home Menu Icon Description Current time indicator. appears when fully charged. While charging with the supplied AC adapter. Volume level indicator. Table of the status bar for 5 seconds after the OPTIONS button is pressed ( 18, 122). Battery status indicator ( 23). Reader shows current time in the middle of Contents Index 34
This only appears when the volume button is pressed and returns to the previous display (either blank or page indicator). An invalid operation. Audio playback. Home Menu Icon Description Current time indicator. appears when fully charged. While charging with the supplied AC adapter. Volume level indicator. Table of the status bar for 5 seconds after the OPTIONS button is pressed ( 18, 122). Battery status indicator ( 23). Reader shows current time in the middle of Contents Index 34
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... the supplied USB cable. Table of Contents Index 48 The battery icon does not indicate remaining battery power during charging. Fully charged [Charging stopped] The Reader device is switched on -screen instructions. Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Step 1: Installing Reader™ Library 1 Connect your Reader device to the Internet, and you have Administrator access...
... the supplied USB cable. Table of Contents Index 48 The battery icon does not indicate remaining battery power during charging. Fully charged [Charging stopped] The Reader device is switched on -screen instructions. Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Step 1: Installing Reader™ Library 1 Connect your Reader device to the Internet, and you have Administrator access...
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..." ( 171). 2 For Windows users, go to meet minimum system requirements for Reader Library. Accessing the Reader Store with a completely depleted battery of Contents Index 49 To install on Macintosh computers: When your Reader device is connected to your Mac, "SETTING" and "READER" will appear after about 5 minutes if charging starts with your computer Notes...
..." ( 171). 2 For Windows users, go to meet minimum system requirements for Reader Library. Accessing the Reader Store with a completely depleted battery of Contents Index 49 To install on Macintosh computers: When your Reader device is connected to your Mac, "SETTING" and "READER" will appear after about 5 minutes if charging starts with your computer Notes...
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Capturing a screenshot Your Reader allows you to [Applications] [Pictures]. Browsing Website 4 Close the web browser. Close the Internet Browser after use. You can view your choice and then tap OPTIONS [Capture Screenshot]. Table of the Website you're viewing and store the image as a picture file. To do this, navigate to a Website of your captured screenshots by going to capture a screenshot of Contents Index 97 Note Battery consumption increases if the Internet Browser is left open. Press , or press OPTIONS tap [Continue Reading].
Capturing a screenshot Your Reader allows you to [Applications] [Pictures]. Browsing Website 4 Close the web browser. Close the Internet Browser after use. You can view your choice and then tap OPTIONS [Capture Screenshot]. Table of the Website you're viewing and store the image as a picture file. To do this, navigate to a Website of your captured screenshots by going to capture a screenshot of Contents Index 97 Note Battery consumption increases if the Internet Browser is left open. Press , or press OPTIONS tap [Continue Reading].
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... set to a computer using the supplied USB cable - charging with the supplied AC adapter - Note The Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if [Power Management] is playing audio. connected to [On], when: - ...follows: After 10 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters the sleep mode automatically and battery consumption is minimized. After three* days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming battery power. * If battery power is at a low level, the Reader will shut down after 10 minutes of inactivity. [...
... set to a computer using the supplied USB cable - charging with the supplied AC adapter - Note The Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if [Power Management] is playing audio. connected to [On], when: - ...follows: After 10 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters the sleep mode automatically and battery consumption is minimized. After three* days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming battery power. * If battery power is at a low level, the Reader will shut down after 10 minutes of inactivity. [...
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... caused by wireless communication. [On] is set by default. If you deactivate wireless standby, the Reader retains wireless connection at all times, resulting in higher battery consumption. If you can receive periodicals while minimizing battery consumption. [Wireless Controls] Changing Settings [Mobile Network] [Wi-Fi] Sets mobile network and Wi-Fi to apply the...
... caused by wireless communication. [On] is set by default. If you deactivate wireless standby, the Reader retains wireless connection at all times, resulting in higher battery consumption. If you can receive periodicals while minimizing battery consumption. [Wireless Controls] Changing Settings [Mobile Network] [Wi-Fi] Sets mobile network and Wi-Fi to apply the...
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... pictures Table of Contents Index 143 Symptoms Troubleshooting Power Battery cannot charge. Charge the battery within the temperature range of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to a computer using the supplied USB cable - To minimize battery consumption, before turning on the Reader. The battery has not been given enough time to . (The charge...
... pictures Table of Contents Index 143 Symptoms Troubleshooting Power Battery cannot charge. Charge the battery within the temperature range of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to a computer using the supplied USB cable - To minimize battery consumption, before turning on the Reader. The battery has not been given enough time to . (The charge...
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... one minute, slide the power switch to appear after charging the Reader by turning off the wireless feature. Battery consumption may have occurred. Troubleshooting When you are out of Contents Index 144 Battery life can be extended by connecting to "OFF" ( 18...). Or after a reset or shutdown. The screen is frozen. Reset the Reader by returning to turn on the Reader. Battery power has been fully depleted. The Reader cannot turn on the Reader again ( 142). Screen Display takes a long time to appear. In cold...
... one minute, slide the power switch to appear after charging the Reader by turning off the wireless feature. Battery consumption may have occurred. Troubleshooting When you are out of Contents Index 144 Battery life can be extended by connecting to "OFF" ( 18...). Or after a reset or shutdown. The screen is frozen. Reset the Reader by returning to turn on the Reader. Battery power has been fully depleted. The Reader cannot turn on the Reader again ( 142). Screen Display takes a long time to appear. In cold...
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...the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Do not remove the battery yourself, consult Sony Support Center ( 3). By ensuring this product is recyclable. The recycling of materials will help to the applicable collection ... of correctly, you purchased the product. For more detailed information about recycling of Contents Index 155 Appendix Precautions Reader Disposal Reference The built-in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on...
...the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Do not remove the battery yourself, consult Sony Support Center ( 3). By ensuring this product is recyclable. The recycling of materials will help to the applicable collection ... of correctly, you purchased the product. For more detailed information about recycling of Contents Index 155 Appendix Precautions Reader Disposal Reference The built-in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on...
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...how to the applicable collection point for the recycling of Contents Index 156 To ensure that for the recycling of the battery. Precautions Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in combination with a chemical symbol. In case of the materials will help prevent potentially negative consequences for ...disposal service or the shop where you will be caused by qualified service staff only. Hand the battery over the product at end-oflife to remove the battery from the product safely. The chemical symbols for the environment and human health which could otherwise ...
...how to the applicable collection point for the recycling of Contents Index 156 To ensure that for the recycling of the battery. Precautions Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in combination with a chemical symbol. In case of the materials will help prevent potentially negative consequences for ...disposal service or the shop where you will be caused by qualified service staff only. Hand the battery over the product at end-oflife to remove the battery from the product safely. The chemical symbols for the environment and human health which could otherwise ...
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...used rechargeable batteries to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.com/readersupport Contact: Sony "Digital Book Reader" Customer Support at 1-(866)-962-7669 Write: Sony Customer ...with Part 15 of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/. For more information regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. Table of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PRS-950 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject...
...used rechargeable batteries to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.com/readersupport Contact: Sony "Digital Book Reader" Customer Support at 1-(866)-962-7669 Write: Sony Customer ...with Part 15 of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/. For more information regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. Table of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PRS-950 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject...
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...35 [Text Memo]..........111, 116 [2-Column Split 71 [3-Column Split 71 A About the User Guide........... 4 AC adapter 22 Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly 35 Index Accessing the Reader Store with your computer.........46 Adding a note 64 Adding content 104 Adjusting Content View.....75 All Notes 32, 69 Annotation 61 Appendix..., 104 [Add to Bookmarks].. 99, 101 [Add to Collection].... 57, 105 [Adjust View 57, 75 [Applications Preference] 123, 127 B Basic Operation 27 Battery status 23, 34 Bookmarking 61 Books 55 Browsing Website 95 [Bookmark 57 Table of Contents Index 173
...35 [Text Memo]..........111, 116 [2-Column Split 71 [3-Column Split 71 A About the User Guide........... 4 AC adapter 22 Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly 35 Index Accessing the Reader Store with your computer.........46 Adding a note 64 Adding content 104 Adjusting Content View.....75 All Notes 32, 69 Annotation 61 Appendix..., 104 [Add to Bookmarks].. 99, 101 [Add to Collection].... 57, 105 [Adjust View 57, 75 [Applications Preference] 123, 127 B Basic Operation 27 Battery status 23, 34 Bookmarking 61 Books 55 Browsing Website 95 [Bookmark 57 Table of Contents Index 173
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..., 95, 111 C Changing a page mode.....71 Changing dictionary 57, 83, 127 Charge/Busy indicator 15, 22 Charging the Reader...........22 Battery status 23 Charge/Busy indicator 15, 22 Status indicators while connecting your computer 48 USB connector...18, 22, 48 Changing Settings...Creating a Reader Store Account 38 Creating drawings 113 Creating text memos....... 116 [Capture Screenshot] 57, 97, 101, 115 [Change Dictionary].....57, 84 [Change Order 141 [Clear Keyboard History] 123, 130 [Connection Details] 141 [Connection Name].......... 139 [Continue Reading 58 [Create/Edit 59, ...
..., 95, 111 C Changing a page mode.....71 Changing dictionary 57, 83, 127 Charge/Busy indicator 15, 22 Charging the Reader...........22 Battery status 23 Charge/Busy indicator 15, 22 Status indicators while connecting your computer 48 USB connector...18, 22, 48 Changing Settings...Creating a Reader Store Account 38 Creating drawings 113 Creating text memos....... 116 [Capture Screenshot] 57, 97, 101, 115 [Change Dictionary].....57, 84 [Change Order 141 [Clear Keyboard History] 123, 130 [Connection Details] 141 [Connection Name].......... 139 [Continue Reading 58 [Create/Edit 59, ...