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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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...from your computer. Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader First, read the Quick Start to the Reader *1 Online eBook store. Initially after purchase, you already have Getting Started Charge the Reader, then install eBook Library. Downloaded eBooks *1 *2 Transferring ... prepare the Reader for use. Transferring Transfer content from eBook store. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer 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...
...from your computer. Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader First, read the Quick Start to the Reader *1 Online eBook store. Initially after purchase, you already have Getting Started Charge the Reader, then install eBook Library. Downloaded eBooks *1 *2 Transferring ... prepare the Reader for use. Transferring Transfer content from eBook store. Reading/ Playing/Viewing Enjoy content on your computer 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...
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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. 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.
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... 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 Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). You can adjust the text size and zoom in/out a page...
... 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 Reader (ACS5220E) (optional). You can adjust the text size and zoom in/out a page...
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To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for cover attachment Used to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 14). ... 33). Stylus The stylus enables you to attach 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 a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 14). ... 33). Stylus The stylus enables you to attach 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).
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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. Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the rear of the Reader. Note When you use it fully to insert it . 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.
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. Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the rear of the Reader. Note When you use it fully to insert it . 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.
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...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 the Reader for the first time, after a reset ( page 150) or shutdown ( page 12), or after purchase, "Welcome!" For details, see "...Charging the Reader" ( page 13). After completing the calibration, "Menu Language" screen appears. Note If the Reader does not turn on the Reader. screen appears in all four languages followed by the "Calibrate Touch Screen" ( page 18...
...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 the Reader for the first time, after a reset ( page 150) or shutdown ( page 12), or after purchase, "Welcome!" For details, see "...Charging the Reader" ( page 13). After completing the calibration, "Menu Language" screen appears. Note If the Reader does not turn on the Reader. screen appears in all four languages followed by the "Calibrate Touch Screen" ( page 18...
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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... after 60 minutes of inactivity even if you slide the POWER switch and hold it for more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down. The Reader turns off , the Reader enters sleep mode. Hint When the "Power Management" setting is activated. At purchase, the Power Management is ...
... 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... after 60 minutes of inactivity even if you slide the POWER switch and hold it for more than 3 seconds, the Reader shuts down. The Reader turns off , the Reader enters sleep mode. Hint When the "Power Management" setting is activated. At purchase, the Power Management is ...
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... to charge - Getting Started Hint You can shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). Note In the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of the following ways. ...; Slide the Power switch and hold it for Reader (AC-S5220E) (optional) to "On." - When connected to the AC Adapter for more than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ...
... to charge - Getting Started Hint You can shut down the Reader manually You can activate/deactivate the Power Management from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 142). Note In the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of the following ways. ...; Slide the Power switch and hold it for Reader (AC-S5220E) (optional) to "On." - When connected to the AC Adapter for more than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the "Advanced Settings" menu ...
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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. S5220E) (optional). Continued 13 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. S5220E) (optional). Continued 13 Getting Started Charging the...
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... 5 minutes or more until appears. appears on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Hints If eBook Library has not been installed 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 the using...
... 5 minutes or more until appears. appears on your computer, the AutoPlay window appears (Windows only) ( page 17). To check how much the Reader has been charged, disconnect the Reader from your computer using environment. Hints If eBook Library has not been installed 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 the using...
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...an extension cable or USB hub is not guaranteed. Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. These operations may cause the Reader to an AC outlet for an extended period. Getting Started When the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up from the ...the battery indicator in progress (the bottom left of the touch screen) disappears. Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. While the Reader is connected to your computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up in red while charging) goes off, and the icon indicating that charging...
...an extension cable or USB hub is not guaranteed. Disconnect the Reader from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. These operations may cause the Reader to an AC outlet for an extended period. Getting Started When the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up from the ...the battery indicator in progress (the bottom left of the touch screen) disappears. Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. While the Reader is connected to your computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up in red while charging) goes off, and the icon indicating that charging...
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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 If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Charge the battery ( page 13).
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 If you continue to use without charging, the following warning appears. Charge the battery ( page 13).
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... the Start menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in Macintosh When the Reader is connected to meet the minimum system requirements for Reader" window, then follow the on the Reader manually. Click it - For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on , then connect them via... eBook Library. Getting Started Installing eBook Library eBook Library is the content management software you have disabled the AutoPlay feature of Vista) - The "Installer for Reader" - "Installer for Reader" window appears.
... the Start menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in Macintosh When the Reader is connected to meet the minimum system requirements for Reader" window, then follow the on the Reader manually. Click it - For details, see "System Requirements" ( page 187). Make sure the Reader and your computer, "LAUNCHER" appears on , then connect them via... eBook Library. Getting Started Installing eBook Library eBook Library is the content management software you have disabled the AutoPlay feature of Vista) - The "Installer for Reader" - "Installer for Reader" window appears.
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Getting Started How to Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. You can select menu items by tapping them. The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. 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 Use the Home Menu The Home menu is shown as follows. You can select menu items by tapping them. The actual operation for the example is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/text memo and configure settings. 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
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...change the items in the bottom left of the Home menu in "Customize Home Menu" under "Advanced Settings." Home menu Menu item (Continue Reading) (Books) (All Notes) Description Displays the page of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups created in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 31). You ...can be rearranged in books within the Reader ( page 26). Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by pressing the (Home) button. ...
...change the items in the bottom left of the Home menu in "Customize Home Menu" under "Advanced Settings." Home menu Menu item (Continue Reading) (Books) (All Notes) Description Displays the page of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups created in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 31). You ...can be rearranged in books within the Reader ( page 26). Getting Started About the Home menu In the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by pressing the (Home) button. ...
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...to page 94. - Continued 26 For details on bookmarks, refer to them. The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on highlights, refer to as "note(s)." - From ("All Notes") in the Home menu, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark... up a book page. Getting Started Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 29). Also, you can search the "All Notes" ...
...to page 94. - Continued 26 For details on bookmarks, refer to them. The "All Notes" list includes all the notes of all the books stored on highlights, refer to as "note(s)." - From ("All Notes") in the Home menu, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark... up a book page. Getting Started Searching notes Using the Reader, you can search the Reader for a note containing text comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 29). Also, you can search the "All Notes" ...
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... details, refer to "About the index bar and scroll bar" ( 59). page Types of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on a book First sentence of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the "Sort" type. - First sentence of bar varies depending on the...
... details, refer to "About the index bar and scroll bar" ( 59). page Types of note Icons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headline Bookmark created on a book First sentence of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the "Sort" type. - First sentence of bar varies depending on the...