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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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... eBooks *1 *2 Transferring eBooks/Audio/ Picture file to prepare the Reader for use. Transferring Transfer content from your computer. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer to the Reader using eBook Library. An Internet connection is complete, you can transfer... eBook store. Importing Downloaded eBooks from your computer to the Reader to charge the Reader battery, and install the dedicated software "eBook Library" on the Reader. Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you wish. Initially after ...
... eBooks *1 *2 Transferring eBooks/Audio/ Picture file to prepare the Reader for use. Transferring Transfer content from your computer. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer to the Reader using eBook Library. An Internet connection is complete, you can transfer... eBook store. Importing Downloaded eBooks from your computer to the Reader to charge the Reader battery, and install the dedicated software "eBook Library" on the Reader. Once initial preparation is required. *2 Books/Personal Documents/Audio/Picture files that you wish. Initially after ...
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Continued 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. 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.
Continued 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. 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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... 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 be charged by connecting to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). Getting Started (Size) button Displays the Size menu ( page 79, 136...
... 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 be charged by connecting to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). Getting Started (Size) button Displays the Size menu ( page 79, 136...
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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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Note When you use it fully to insert it . Do not remove the label. Pull it out from the top when you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to the bottom of the holder. The number is for customer registration purposes. 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.
Note When you use it fully to insert it . Do not remove the label. Pull it out from the top when you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to the bottom of the holder. The number is for customer registration purposes. 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.
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... settings, refer to "Settings menu items" and "Advanced Settings menu items" ( page 144, 147). It may take a few moments for the Reader to turn on and the initial setting screen to appear when using it for the first time after the battery has been fully depleted. Continued ... the "Calibrate Touch Screen" ( page 18). For details, see "Charging the Reader" ( page 13). Make sure to turn on the Reader before connecting to turn on the Reader. If not, Home menu appears. Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to your computer. When you select "English",...
... settings, refer to "Settings menu items" and "Advanced Settings menu items" ( page 144, 147). It may take a few moments for the Reader to turn on and the initial setting screen to appear when using it for the first time after the battery has been fully depleted. Continued ... the "Calibrate Touch Screen" ( page 18). For details, see "Charging the Reader" ( page 13). Make sure to turn on the Reader before connecting to turn on the Reader. If not, Home menu appears. Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to your computer. When you select "English",...
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..."Power Management" setting is at a low level, the Reader will shut down . At purchase, the Power Management is consumed slightly. After 5 days 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... and hold it for more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down after 60 minutes of inactivity. When turning off the Reader, if you do not turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. The Reader turns off , the Reader enters sleep mode. The Power Management operates as follows:...
..."Power Management" setting is at a low level, the Reader will shut down . At purchase, the Power Management is consumed slightly. After 5 days 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... and hold it for more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down after 60 minutes of inactivity. When turning off the Reader, if you do not turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. The Reader turns off , the Reader enters sleep mode. The Power Management operates as follows:...
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When playing audio files or a slideshow To shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 149). 12 When connected to the AC Adapter ... than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). 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." - Note In...
When playing audio files or a slideshow To shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 149). 12 When connected to the AC Adapter ... than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). 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." - Note In...
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Charge in sleep mode). Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is connected to an AC outlet and turned on (not in one of ...the following ways. Connect to a computer via USB. Connect to an AC outlet using it for Reader (AC- It will take approximately 4 hours to fully charge the battery. Continued 13 S5220E) (optional). Getting Started Charging the...
Charge in sleep mode). Charging the Reader via USB connection To charge the Reader via USB connection, follow the steps below. Make sure your computer is connected to an AC outlet and turned on (not in one of ...the following ways. Connect to a computer via USB. Connect to an AC outlet using it for Reader (AC- It will take approximately 4 hours to fully charge the battery. Continued 13 S5220E) (optional). Getting Started Charging the...
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...has not been installed on the using the supplied USB cable. Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15). The same applies when the Reader's battery is in the shutdown state, therefore, it takes 5 minutes or more until appears. ...Continued 14 appears 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 varies depending on ...
...has not been installed on the using the supplied USB cable. Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer, then check the battery icon ( page 15). The same applies when the Reader's battery is in the shutdown state, therefore, it takes 5 minutes or more until appears. ...Continued 14 appears 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 varies depending on ...
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...indicating that charging is in the bottom left of the notebook computer. Connection via USB, you cannot operate the Reader. Do not leave the Reader connected to a notebook computer which is not connected to malfunction. Charge the battery when remaining power is not guaranteed. Getting... fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). It will consume the battery of the touch screen) disappears. Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. To check the battery status You can verify the remaining battery power by checking the...
...indicating that charging is in the bottom left of the notebook computer. Connection via USB, you cannot operate the Reader. Do not leave the Reader connected to a notebook computer which is not connected to malfunction. Charge the battery when remaining power is not guaranteed. Getting... fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). It will consume the battery of the touch screen) disappears. Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. To check the battery status You can verify the remaining battery power by checking the...
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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 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 Charge the Reader and turn off automatically. Charge the battery ( page 13). If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears.
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...computer needs to your computer are turned on the desktop. For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on , then connect them via USB ( page 14). "Windows" - Getting Started Installing eBook Library ...eBook Library is stored on the Reader manually. The "Installer for Reader" - Hint If you use with the Reader. "Setup eBook Library." Click "Install eBook Library" in the "Installer for Reader" window, then follow the on -screen instructions. ...
...computer needs to your computer are turned on the desktop. For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on , then connect them via USB ( page 14). "Windows" - Getting Started Installing eBook Library ...eBook Library is stored on the Reader manually. The "Installer for Reader" - Hint If you use with the Reader. "Setup eBook Library." Click "Install eBook Library" in the "Installer for Reader" window, then follow the on -screen instructions. ...
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Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book. The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 You can select menu items by tapping them.
Example: Reading a book In the Home menu, tap ("Books") desired book. The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. In this manual, the operating instructions on the Reader are described as below: Press the (Home) button. (Home) button Continued 22 You can select menu items by tapping them.
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... in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 31). These items can readily display the Home menu by default. 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...102 for markups. To display other items, tap ("More"). Displays a list of the last book being read. You can change the items in the bottom left of the Home menu in books within the Reader ( page 26). Continued 24 Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, ...
... in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 31). These items can readily display the Home menu by default. 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...102 for markups. To display other items, tap ("More"). Displays a list of the last book being read. You can change the items in the bottom left of the Home menu in books within the Reader ( page 26). Continued 24 Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, ...
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... Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on highlights, refer to page 98. - In this manual, highlights, bookmarks with/without a comment and markups are collectively referred to page 102. For details on the Reader and memory cards. Continued... 26 The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on bookmarks, refer to them. Hint You can search the "All Notes"...
... Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on highlights, refer to page 98. - In this manual, highlights, bookmarks with/without a comment and markups are collectively referred to page 102. For details on the Reader and memory cards. Continued... 26 The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on bookmarks, refer to them. Hint You can search the "All Notes"...
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.../Page number Indicates type of note "All Notes" list * The type of bar varies depending on a book First sentence of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on the "Sort" type. - Sorted "by Type": Index bar with icons - Getting ... bar and scroll bar" ( 59). Bookmark containing a handwritten comment. Sorted "by Date": Scroll bar - First sentence of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the Reader appears. bookmarked page.
.../Page number Indicates type of note "All Notes" list * The type of bar varies depending on a book First sentence of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on the "Sort" type. - Sorted "by Type": Index bar with icons - Getting ... bar and scroll bar" ( 59). Bookmark containing a handwritten comment. Sorted "by Date": Scroll bar - First sentence of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the Reader appears. bookmarked page.