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Browsing this Guide using Sony Reader Jumps to the table of contents Operation Guide PRS-500 Portable Reader System © 2006 Sony Corporation 2-680-300-01(1)
Browsing this Guide using Sony Reader Jumps to the table of contents Operation Guide PRS-500 Portable Reader System © 2006 Sony Corporation 2-680-300-01(1)
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.... "PRS-500 Operation Guide" to the Help within CONNECT Reader. Adobe Reader can refer to start Adobe Acrobat Reader and open the Operation Guide. About the Manuals Included with Sony Reader is the Quick Start Guide and this Guide on your computer and Sony Reader. Additionally, after installing CONNECT Reader software from the Adobe website (www.adobe.com...
.... "PRS-500 Operation Guide" to the Help within CONNECT Reader. Adobe Reader can refer to start Adobe Acrobat Reader and open the Operation Guide. About the Manuals Included with Sony Reader is the Quick Start Guide and this Guide on your computer and Sony Reader. Additionally, after installing CONNECT Reader software from the Adobe website (www.adobe.com...
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...Begin." Using the CONNECT Reader Help Refer to the CONNECT Reader Help for details about using Sony Reader From the Home menu, select "Books" - Using the 5-way control button, press / to select the desired link, then press ENT to jump to start CONNECT Reader and browse Help. ...below to the linked page. • To zoom in a page, press SIZE. Help appears. 3 "CONNECT Reader" - "CONNECT Reader Help" on how to open books or PDF files, refer to Sony Reader. "Operation Guide" from the Book list. The Operation Guide can be opened by selecting "Option Menu" -...
...Begin." Using the CONNECT Reader Help Refer to the CONNECT Reader Help for details about using Sony Reader From the Home menu, select "Books" - Using the 5-way control button, press / to select the desired link, then press ENT to jump to start CONNECT Reader and browse Help. ...below to the linked page. • To zoom in a page, press SIZE. Help appears. 3 "CONNECT Reader" - "CONNECT Reader Help" on how to open books or PDF files, refer to Sony Reader. "Operation Guide" from the Book list. The Operation Guide can be opened by selecting "Option Menu" -...
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Table of Contents About the Manuals 2 Browsing the Operation Guide 2 Using the CONNECT Reader Help 3 Introduction What You Can Do with Sony Reader 7 Guide to Parts and Controls 8 Basic Operations Menu Operations 13 Turning on Sony Reader 15 Inserting a Memory Card 18 Importing Content Importing eBooks from CONNECT eBooks 22 Importing Content from Your Computer 24 Importing content files 25 Transferring Content Transferring Content to Sony Reader Connected with Your Computer 26 Transferring content via a memory card 28 Continued 4
Table of Contents About the Manuals 2 Browsing the Operation Guide 2 Using the CONNECT Reader Help 3 Introduction What You Can Do with Sony Reader 7 Guide to Parts and Controls 8 Basic Operations Menu Operations 13 Turning on Sony Reader 15 Inserting a Memory Card 18 Importing Content Importing eBooks from CONNECT eBooks 22 Importing Content from Your Computer 24 Importing content files 25 Transferring Content Transferring Content to Sony Reader Connected with Your Computer 26 Transferring content via a memory card 28 Continued 4
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... books while playing an audio file 47 Viewing Pictures 49 Viewing pictures transferred from your computer 49 Settings Setting screen orientation 52 Locking the Sony Reader Screen 53 Setting the Slideshow 55 Checking Version Information for Sony Reader 56 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 57 Restoring default settings 63 Uninstalling CONNECT...
... books while playing an audio file 47 Viewing Pictures 49 Viewing pictures transferred from your computer 49 Settings Setting screen orientation 52 Locking the Sony Reader Screen 53 Setting the Slideshow 55 Checking Version Information for Sony Reader 56 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 57 Restoring default settings 63 Uninstalling CONNECT...
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Other Information Updating the Sony Reader's Firmware 65 About Books Pre-installed on Sony Reader 66 Notes on Sony Reader Disposal 67 Precautions 68 On safety 71 On installation 71 On heat build-up 72 On the headphones 72 Notes on memory cards 73 On software 75 On Cleaning 76 On Copyrights 77 About GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE 78 Specifications 80 Index 81 6
Other Information Updating the Sony Reader's Firmware 65 About Books Pre-installed on Sony Reader 66 Notes on Sony Reader Disposal 67 Precautions 68 On safety 71 On installation 71 On heat build-up 72 On the headphones 72 Notes on memory cards 73 On software 75 On Cleaning 76 On Copyrights 77 About GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE 78 Specifications 80 Index 81 6
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Downloaded *1 eBooks *2 *1 CONNECT eBooks (online e-Book store) *2 Audio/Picture/Text files that you already have Getting Started Charge Sony Reader, then install CONNECT Reader to take anywhere you wish. Once initial preparation is complete, you need to Sony Reader computer. Reading/Playing/ Viewing Enjoy the content on your computer. Importing Transferring Download the eBooks from Transfer...
Downloaded *1 eBooks *2 *1 CONNECT eBooks (online e-Book store) *2 Audio/Picture/Text files that you already have Getting Started Charge Sony Reader, then install CONNECT Reader to take anywhere you wish. Once initial preparation is complete, you need to Sony Reader computer. Reading/Playing/ Viewing Enjoy the content on your computer. Importing Transferring Download the eBooks from Transfer...
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Rear Soft cover attachment clip button The soft cover is possible. ( page 57) Continued 11 Removing/attaching the soft cover Folds open in use Note • Do not leave Sony Reader in a high ambient temperature, as it may damage the soft cover. Reset button To reset Sony Reader if no operation is attached when purchased.
Rear Soft cover attachment clip button The soft cover is possible. ( page 57) Continued 11 Removing/attaching the soft cover Folds open in use Note • Do not leave Sony Reader in a high ambient temperature, as it may damage the soft cover. Reset button To reset Sony Reader if no operation is attached when purchased.
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The number is required for Sony Reader is on the label on the rear of Sony Reader. Do not remove the label. 12 Hint • Remove the soft cover to access the Reset button. About the serial number The serial number provided for the customer registration.
The number is required for Sony Reader is on the label on the rear of Sony Reader. Do not remove the label. 12 Hint • Remove the soft cover to access the Reset button. About the serial number The serial number provided for the customer registration.
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Slide the POWER switch. Turning on Sony Reader Slide the POWER switch in the direction of to turn on after reset, or when the battery is turned on. To turn on . Sony Reader turns off Sony Reader Slide the POWER switch in the direction of again. Lights up screen appears when turning on for the first time, or after charging a depleted battery. The start-up in orange when Sony Reader is depleted. Sony Reader turns on Sony Reader. Note • Sony Reader may take a few moments to turn off . 15
Slide the POWER switch. Turning on Sony Reader Slide the POWER switch in the direction of to turn on after reset, or when the battery is turned on. To turn on . Sony Reader turns off Sony Reader Slide the POWER switch in the direction of again. Lights up screen appears when turning on for the first time, or after charging a depleted battery. The start-up in orange when Sony Reader is depleted. Sony Reader turns on Sony Reader. Note • Sony Reader may take a few moments to turn off . 15
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...of the screen. Charge the battery when remaining power is not connected to an AC outlet for 60 minutes. About the resume function Sony Reader automatically turns off even if no operation is performed for the first time. Continued 16 Note • When playing audio files or viewing...in the bottom left of a connected notebook computer is not connected to a computer via USB connection may not be consumed. Do not leave Sony Reader connected to a notebook computer which is low, charging via USB ( page 26). The previously displayed screen appears when turning on by the indication...
...of the screen. Charge the battery when remaining power is not connected to an AC outlet for 60 minutes. About the resume function Sony Reader automatically turns off even if no operation is performed for the first time. Continued 16 Note • When playing audio files or viewing...in the bottom left of a connected notebook computer is not connected to a computer via USB connection may not be consumed. Do not leave Sony Reader connected to a notebook computer which is low, charging via USB ( page 26). The previously displayed screen appears when turning on by the indication...
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Note • If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and Sony Reader will turn it on again. 17 If you continue use without charging, the following warning appears. Charge Sony Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery.
Note • If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears, and Sony Reader will turn it on again. 17 If you continue use without charging, the following warning appears. Charge Sony Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery.
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...of all SD Cards is compatible with copyright protection of Sony Reader. "Memory Stick"*1 SD Memory Card*2 "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick PRO" "Memory Stick Duo" *3 "Memory Stick Pro Duo" *3 Sony Reader is not guaranteed. 18 SD Memory Card miniSD Card *4 *1 Sony Reader does not comply with MagicGate standard, and the data ...separately) required. *4 miniSD Card adaptor (sold separately) required. Inserting a Memory Card The following memory cards can be copied or played on Sony Reader. *2 Sony Reader does not comply with both "MagicGate Memory Stick" and standard "Memory Stick."
...of all SD Cards is compatible with copyright protection of Sony Reader. "Memory Stick"*1 SD Memory Card*2 "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick PRO" "Memory Stick Duo" *3 "Memory Stick Pro Duo" *3 Sony Reader is not guaranteed. 18 SD Memory Card miniSD Card *4 *1 Sony Reader does not comply with MagicGate standard, and the data ...separately) required. *4 miniSD Card adaptor (sold separately) required. Inserting a Memory Card The following memory cards can be copied or played on Sony Reader. *2 Sony Reader does not comply with both "MagicGate Memory Stick" and standard "Memory Stick."
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Pull out the Media slot cover Insert a memory card in the direction with its label side up until it clicks into Sony Reader Open the Media slot cover. Inserting a memory card into the place. Memory Stick Mark SD Memory Card Mark Continued 19
Pull out the Media slot cover Insert a memory card in the direction with its label side up until it clicks into Sony Reader Open the Media slot cover. Inserting a memory card into the place. Memory Stick Mark SD Memory Card Mark Continued 19
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Memory Stick SD Memory Card Remove the memory card squarely from Sony Reader Gently push in the memory card. You will hear a click, and the memory card pops out. Notes • Do not remove a memory card or turn off Sony Reader while reading or writing data, as data may be damaged. • For details on handling memory cards, refer to page 73. 21 Removing a memory card from the Media slot.
Memory Stick SD Memory Card Remove the memory card squarely from Sony Reader Gently push in the memory card. You will hear a click, and the memory card pops out. Notes • Do not remove a memory card or turn off Sony Reader while reading or writing data, as data may be damaged. • For details on handling memory cards, refer to page 73. 21 Removing a memory card from the Media slot.
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...transfer and read downloaded eBooks on your computer. • You need to prepare an Internet-accessible environment on Sony Reader. The View area is switched to the CONNECT Reader Help. Click the Start menu, then select "All programs" - Notes • To download ...eBooks, you need to authorize your computer. For details, refer to the Store view and CONNECT eBooks appears. "CONNECT Reader" - "CONNECT Reader" to access CONNECT eBooks. Importing Content Importing eBooks from CONNECT eBooks You can download eBooks from the online e-Book store "CONNECT...
...transfer and read downloaded eBooks on your computer. • You need to prepare an Internet-accessible environment on Sony Reader. The View area is switched to the CONNECT Reader Help. Click the Start menu, then select "All programs" - Notes • To download ...eBooks, you need to authorize your computer. For details, refer to the Store view and CONNECT eBooks appears. "CONNECT Reader" - "CONNECT Reader" to access CONNECT eBooks. Importing Content Importing eBooks from CONNECT eBooks You can download eBooks from the online e-Book store "CONNECT...
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Library Downloaded content Source view Hint • Purchased eBooks are automatically imported to the CONNECT Reader Help. • The Source view appearance may vary depending on your computer. Downloaded eBooks are grouped under "Purchased" in the Source view. Hints • eBooks can be read on CONNECT Reader operations, refer to "Library" in the collection. For details on CONNECT Reader using your computer. 23 Follow the page instructions to purchase (download).
Library Downloaded content Source view Hint • Purchased eBooks are automatically imported to the CONNECT Reader Help. • The Source view appearance may vary depending on your computer. Downloaded eBooks are grouped under "Purchased" in the Source view. Hints • eBooks can be read on CONNECT Reader operations, refer to "Library" in the collection. For details on CONNECT Reader using your computer. 23 Follow the page instructions to purchase (download).
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... should be automatically converted into RTF files during transfer only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer into Library of CONNECT Reader. Bit rate: 32 to the CONNECT Reader Help. MP3 file (.mp3 file extension) The following specifications should be met in order to 320 kbps Sampling frequency: 24.0, 44.1, 48...
... should be automatically converted into RTF files during transfer only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer into Library of CONNECT Reader. Bit rate: 32 to the CONNECT Reader Help. MP3 file (.mp3 file extension) The following specifications should be met in order to 320 kbps Sampling frequency: 24.0, 44.1, 48...
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... programs" - The "Import Files" dialog box appears. Click of the "Look in the folder. Select the content file to start CONNECT Reader. Click "Import Files" on the "File" menu. To select multiple files, click the files while holding down the Ctrl key. Click "Open."... Hint • You can import all the content files in the selected folder are listed. "CONNECT Reader" to be imported, as necessary. Importing content files You can select content files stored on your computer and import them into Library.
... programs" - The "Import Files" dialog box appears. Click of the "Look in the folder. Select the content file to start CONNECT Reader. Click "Import Files" on the "File" menu. To select multiple files, click the files while holding down the Ctrl key. Click "Open."... Hint • You can import all the content files in the selected folder are listed. "CONNECT Reader" to be imported, as necessary. Importing content files You can select content files stored on your computer and import them into Library.