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Click for instant access! Table of Contents Index ©2010 Sony Corporation User Guide PRS-650 Digital Book Reader 4-257-661-11(3)
Click for instant access! Table of Contents Index ©2010 Sony Corporation User Guide PRS-650 Digital Book Reader 4-257-661-11(3)
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There's so much more. Personalize the standby screen with these useful features: Clear touch - CONGRATULATIONS Your Reader Touch Edition™ comes with your preference, or zoom into images to bookmark, take a closer look. Dictionary - a high quality touch screen that allows you to navigate effortlessly by swiping to turn pages, tap to take notes and highlight. Font Zoom - Read on. increase or decrease the text size to your favorite picture. Table of Contents Index simply double-tap a word to see its meaning and to translate it.
There's so much more. Personalize the standby screen with these useful features: Clear touch - CONGRATULATIONS Your Reader Touch Edition™ comes with your preference, or zoom into images to bookmark, take a closer look. Dictionary - a high quality touch screen that allows you to navigate effortlessly by swiping to turn pages, tap to take notes and highlight. Font Zoom - Read on. increase or decrease the text size to your favorite picture. Table of Contents Index simply double-tap a word to see its meaning and to translate it.
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For more details, please refer to read. Never lose track of Contents Index Table of time with the clock* view (whenever the OPTIONS button is pressed). * Set the time using the [Date and Time] setting ( 90). Use the "Collections" feature to organize your library on your Reader™ to find the book you want to this User Guide.
For more details, please refer to read. Never lose track of Contents Index Table of time with the clock* view (whenever the OPTIONS button is pressed). * Set the time using the [Date and Time] setting ( 90). Use the "Collections" feature to organize your library on your Reader™ to find the book you want to this User Guide.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started 8-20 Parts and Controls 8 Charging the Reader 12 Power Saving Tips 14 How to Get eBooks 17 Support 18 Specifications 19 Table of Contents Index
Chapter 1 Getting Started 8-20 Parts and Controls 8 Charging the Reader 12 Power Saving Tips 14 How to Get eBooks 17 Support 18 Specifications 19 Table of Contents Index
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... [Standby Screen], see 94. Charge/Busy indicator Red: 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.
... [Standby Screen], see 94. Charge/Busy indicator Red: 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.
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Parts and Controls - Table of the Reader, an optional accessory cover can be attached. VOL +*1 Volume button ( 87) Adjusts the volume when playing an audio file. *1 A tactile dot on the + button helps with ease of operation. Headphones jack Micro USB connector ( 12) Used for transferring data and charging the Reader. RESET hole ( 96) Holes for optional cover attachment With the same hole in the left top corner of Contents Index 11
Parts and Controls - Table of the Reader, an optional accessory cover can be attached. VOL +*1 Volume button ( 87) Adjusts the volume when playing an audio file. *1 A tactile dot on the + button helps with ease of operation. Headphones jack Micro USB connector ( 12) Used for transferring data and charging the Reader. RESET hole ( 96) Holes for optional cover attachment With the same hole in the left top corner of Contents Index 11
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Charging the Reader Charging the Reader Charge your computer with a completely depleted battery. Begin Charging Charge Completed! Table of Contents Index 12 Turns off Lights up in red Charging time up to your Reader by the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). The time to completely charge a depleted battery is about 3 hours with a USB connection, or about 2 hours by connecting it to 3 hours Charging complete Charging battery* * The screen will appear after about 5 minutes if charging starts with the USB cable (supplied).
Charging the Reader Charging the Reader Charge your computer with a completely depleted battery. Begin Charging Charge Completed! Table of Contents Index 12 Turns off Lights up in red Charging time up to your Reader by the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). The time to completely charge a depleted battery is about 3 hours with a USB connection, or about 2 hours by connecting it to 3 hours Charging complete Charging battery* * The screen will appear after about 5 minutes if charging starts with the USB cable (supplied).
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...icon does not indicate remaining battery power during use Table of Contents Charging battery recommended Index 13 Fully charged [Charging stopped] The Reader is powered on -screen instructions. Charging the Reader Note The Reader only charges when the connected computer is not charging its battery. Follow the on . The... Reader cannot be operated when connected to a computer via USB. fully charged. Tip While charging with the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1), ...
...icon does not indicate remaining battery power during use Table of Contents Charging battery recommended Index 13 Fully charged [Charging stopped] The Reader is powered on -screen instructions. Charging the Reader Note The Reader only charges when the connected computer is not charging its battery. Follow the on . The... Reader cannot be operated when connected to a computer via USB. fully charged. Tip While charging with the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1), ...
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..., 2 hours when connected to the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). Operating your Reader while charging with the optional AC adapter may extend time to fully charge depending on how the Reader is being operated. Power Saving Tips Power Saving Tips Charging Battery To fully charge... your Reader, continue charging until indicator shows completion of charge ( 12). Charging a ...
..., 2 hours when connected to the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). Operating your Reader while charging with the optional AC adapter may extend time to fully charge depending on how the Reader is being operated. Power Saving Tips Power Saving Tips Charging Battery To fully charge... your Reader, continue charging until indicator shows completion of charge ( 12). Charging a ...
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Power Saving Tips Tips to save Power If you do not use the Reader for more than one day, power off the Reader completely ( 8, 89). Do not leave the Reader uncharged for a prolonged period of any third party charger is not guaranteed. Please keep the Reader at normal temperature operation ( 19). The performance of time. Table of Contents Index 16 This may reduce the charging capability. We recommend the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1).
Power Saving Tips Tips to save Power If you do not use the Reader for more than one day, power off the Reader completely ( 8, 89). Do not leave the Reader uncharged for a prolonged period of any third party charger is not guaranteed. Please keep the Reader at normal temperature operation ( 19). The performance of time. Table of Contents Index 16 This may reduce the charging capability. We recommend the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1).
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...in the case of Windows Vista, Windows 7) and then double-click the "READER" drive. Here is how to get eBooks on Reader" file and drop it on the desktop. Double-click the file to your computer and Reader. 5 Select and transfer purchased eBooks to open it and follow the step-...to Get eBooks To purchase and transfer eBooks to your Reader, please carry out the following initial steps. 1 Install Reader™ Library software. 2 Create an account at your Reader Store or your eBook store. 3 Purchase and download eBooks. 4 Authorize your Reader. Drag the "How to enjoy more eBooks. After ...
...in the case of Windows Vista, Windows 7) and then double-click the "READER" drive. Here is how to get eBooks on Reader" file and drop it on the desktop. Double-click the file to your computer and Reader. 5 Select and transfer purchased eBooks to open it and follow the step-...to Get eBooks To purchase and transfer eBooks to your Reader, please carry out the following initial steps. 1 Install Reader™ Library software. 2 Create an account at your Reader Store or your eBook store. 3 Purchase and download eBooks. 4 Authorize your Reader. Drag the "How to enjoy more eBooks. After ...
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Support Web site and contact list: USA: www.sony.com/readersupport Phone number: 1-866-962-7669 Canada: www.sony.ca/readersupport Phone number: 1-877-899-7669 Europe: support.sony-europe.com/eBook/PRS Australia: www.sony.com.au/support Phone number: 1300-137-669 Warranty Information for Australia customers: www.sony.com.au/warranty Table of Contents Index 18 Support Support First, check "Troubleshooting" ( 96) and refer to the Reader Library Help to resolve the issue.
Support Web site and contact list: USA: www.sony.com/readersupport Phone number: 1-866-962-7669 Canada: www.sony.ca/readersupport Phone number: 1-877-899-7669 Europe: support.sony-europe.com/eBook/PRS Australia: www.sony.com.au/support Phone number: 1300-137-669 Warranty Information for Australia customers: www.sony.com.au/warranty Table of Contents Index 18 Support Support First, check "Troubleshooting" ( 96) and refer to the Reader Library Help to resolve the issue.
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Table of Contents Index 20 Optional Accessories: AC Adapter for Reader (PRSA-AC1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 118.8 × 168 × 9.6 mm (4 3/4 × 6 5/8 × 13/32 inches) Mass Approx. 215 g (7.58 oz.) Display: 152.4 mm (6") diagonal electrophoretic display 600 × 800 pixel, 0.151 × 0.153 pixel/mm 16-level gray scale Expansion slots Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot, SD card slot Please see 114 regarding memory card usage.
Table of Contents Index 20 Optional Accessories: AC Adapter for Reader (PRSA-AC1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 118.8 × 168 × 9.6 mm (4 3/4 × 6 5/8 × 13/32 inches) Mass Approx. 215 g (7.58 oz.) Display: 152.4 mm (6") diagonal electrophoretic display 600 × 800 pixel, 0.151 × 0.153 pixel/mm 16-level gray scale Expansion slots Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot, SD card slot Please see 114 regarding memory card usage.
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...; tap [Go to view either "Table of Contents Index 22 Basic Operation About the User Guide When using your Reader to view this manual may be different from the actual display in the Reader. Screen shots in " ( 49). To enlarge a page See "Zooming in this User Guide, please note the following...
...; tap [Go to view either "Table of Contents Index 22 Basic Operation About the User Guide When using your Reader to view this manual may be different from the actual display in the Reader. Screen shots in " ( 49). To enlarge a page See "Zooming in this User Guide, please note the following...
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Table of Contents Index 29 Home Menu Home Menu Press the (Home) button to list book(s) ( 36) Newly loaded book(s) Collection list ( 68) Bookmarks and annotations ( 46) Reader settings ( 88) [Home] menu More applications ( 76) Status bar ( 30) Periodicals ( 65) Tip [New Delivery] appears when a periodical is transferred. Last read content Tap to display the [Home] menu.
Table of Contents Index 29 Home Menu Home Menu Press the (Home) button to list book(s) ( 36) Newly loaded book(s) Collection list ( 68) Bookmarks and annotations ( 46) Reader settings ( 88) [Home] menu More applications ( 76) Status bar ( 30) Periodicals ( 65) Tip [New Delivery] appears when a periodical is transferred. Last read content Tap to display the [Home] menu.
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... Description Current text Size ( 47). Page Indicator. Battery status indicator ( 13). Current page position indicator when in the middle of Contents Index 30 Reader shows current time in either blank or page indicator).
... Description Current text Size ( 47). Page Indicator. Battery status indicator ( 13). Current page position indicator when in the middle of Contents Index 30 Reader shows current time in either blank or page indicator).
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... functions. Table of the content. [Delete Book], [Delete Drawing], [Delete Issue], [Delete Memo] Deletes the currently-viewed book, drawing, issue or text memo from the Reader. Items in the OPTIONS menu The following items are listed in any given circumstance. OPTIONS Menu OPTIONS Menu Pressing the OPTIONS button ( 10) will...
... functions. Table of the content. [Delete Book], [Delete Drawing], [Delete Issue], [Delete Memo] Deletes the currently-viewed book, drawing, issue or text memo from the Reader. Items in the OPTIONS menu The following items are listed in any given circumstance. OPTIONS Menu OPTIONS Menu Pressing the OPTIONS button ( 10) will...
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.../Reference page [Delete Audio], Selects and deletes audio, books, [Delete Books], collections, drawings, issues, text [Delete Collections], memos, notes or pictures from the [Delete Drawings], Reader ( 74). [Delete Issues], [Delete Memos], [Delete Notes], [Delete Pictures] [Delete Word Logs] Selects and deletes previous dictionary word searches ( 64). [Go to] [Previous...
.../Reference page [Delete Audio], Selects and deletes audio, books, [Delete Books], collections, drawings, issues, text [Delete Collections], memos, notes or pictures from the [Delete Drawings], Reader ( 74). [Delete Issues], [Delete Memos], [Delete Notes], [Delete Pictures] [Delete Word Logs] Selects and deletes previous dictionary word searches ( 64). [Go to] [Previous...
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Reading Content Reading Books Tap [Books] at [Home] menu to open a book Conditional icon display ( 37) Scroll bar Tips About the OPTIONS menu, see 31. To transfer eBooks to change sorting order Title Date of Contents Index 36 Tap to previous page Tap to the Reader, please see 17. Tap a desired book to view a book list. Table of transfer to Reader Tap to open .
Reading Content Reading Books Tap [Books] at [Home] menu to open a book Conditional icon display ( 37) Scroll bar Tips About the OPTIONS menu, see 31. To transfer eBooks to change sorting order Title Date of Contents Index 36 Tap to previous page Tap to the Reader, please see 17. Tap a desired book to view a book list. Table of transfer to Reader Tap to open .
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... detailed drawings or for writing small characters. this could affect the notes that you write with the stylus or your finger. To ensure your Reader: -
... detailed drawings or for writing small characters. this could affect the notes that you write with the stylus or your finger. To ensure your Reader: -