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...set the screen orientation to horizontal ( page 104) or use the on the Reader, view it in your computer from the support web site: www.sony.com/readersupport Table of Contents Introduction 7 What You Can Do with the Reader 7 Getting Started 10 Parts and Controls 10 Turning on the... Reader 19 About power management 20 Charging the Reader 22 About charging 22 Charging the Reader via an AC outlet 22 How...
...set the screen orientation to horizontal ( page 104) or use the on the Reader, view it in your computer from the support web site: www.sony.com/readersupport Table of Contents Introduction 7 What You Can Do with the Reader 7 Getting Started 10 Parts and Controls 10 Turning on the... Reader 19 About power management 20 Charging the Reader 22 About charging 22 Charging the Reader via an AC outlet 22 How...
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... Notes"....90 Continued "Search 80 Creating a bookmark - Getting Content 34 Accessing the Reader Store 34 Accessing the Reader Store via wireless network 34 Using the Reader Store 37 Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library 41 Installing Reader Library 41 Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library 44 Managing content on your computer 45 Reading Books 48 Reading...
... Notes"....90 Continued "Search 80 Creating a bookmark - Getting Content 34 Accessing the Reader Store 34 Accessing the Reader Store via wireless network 34 Using the Reader Store 37 Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library 41 Installing Reader Library 41 Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library 44 Managing content on your computer 45 Reading Books 48 Reading...
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Troubleshooting 160 Troubleshooting 160 Restoring default settings 171 Uninstalling Reader Library 172 Other Information 173 Updating the Reader Device Software 173 About Pre-loaded Content on the Reader 174 Precautions 175 Radio Frequency exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR 177 On the battery pack 179 Safety information 181 On heat build-up 183 ...
Troubleshooting 160 Troubleshooting 160 Restoring default settings 171 Uninstalling Reader Library 172 Other Information 173 Updating the Reader Device Software 173 About Pre-loaded Content on the Reader 174 Precautions 175 Radio Frequency exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR 177 On the battery pack 179 Safety information 181 On heat build-up 183 ...
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... are, within the network coverage area. Continued Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader First, read the Quick Start Guide to the Reader if within the network coverage area. * "eBook Store from Sony" has been renamed "Reader Store." Accessing the Reader Store ( page 34) With a 3G network connection, you can purchase and download content...
... are, within the network coverage area. Continued Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader First, read the Quick Start Guide to the Reader if within the network coverage area. * "eBook Store from Sony" has been renamed "Reader Store." Accessing the Reader Store ( page 34) With a 3G network connection, you can purchase and download content...
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Continued You can also transfer various content such as, audio files, pictures and documents, from outside the wireless network, and transfer them to the Reader using Reader Library. * "eBook Library" has been renamed "Reader Library." Introduction Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library ( page 41) "Reader Library" software enables you to purchase eBooks and periodicals in the Reader Store from your computer to the Reader.
Continued You can also transfer various content such as, audio files, pictures and documents, from outside the wireless network, and transfer them to the Reader using Reader Library. * "eBook Library" has been renamed "Reader Library." Introduction Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library ( page 41) "Reader Library" software enables you to purchase eBooks and periodicals in the Reader Store from your computer to the Reader.
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...page layout to bookmarks and highlights ( page 93) Browsing newspapers ( page 113) Using various applications Besides the reading feature, the Reader includes several useful applications. Creating drawings ( page 126) Creating text memos ( page 132) Using the embedded...( page 75) Searching for keywords ( page 80) Annotating such as - Highlighting a word(s) ( page 87) - Also, the Reader provides the following useful features to enhance readability. Looking up a word in adjacent pages ( page 103) - Creating a bookmark ( page 84) ...
...page layout to bookmarks and highlights ( page 93) Browsing newspapers ( page 113) Using various applications Besides the reading feature, the Reader includes several useful applications. Creating drawings ( page 126) Creating text memos ( page 132) Using the embedded...( page 75) Searching for keywords ( page 80) Annotating such as - Highlighting a word(s) ( page 87) - Also, the Reader provides the following useful features to enhance readability. Looking up a word in adjacent pages ( page 103) - Creating a bookmark ( page 84) ...
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Continued 10 Getting Started Parts and Controls Top Front Side Touch screen Allows you to navigate intuitively through the various functions of the Reader ( page 24, 59). OPTIONS button Displays the option menu ( page 51, 73, 121), which allows you to manage content, create notes, jump to a page, etc. (Size) button Displays the size menu ( page 67), which allows you to adjust the text size, zoom in/out a page, etc.
Continued 10 Getting Started Parts and Controls Top Front Side Touch screen Allows you to navigate intuitively through the various functions of the Reader ( page 24, 59). OPTIONS button Displays the option menu ( page 51, 73, 121), which allows you to manage content, create notes, jump to a page, etc. (Size) button Displays the size menu ( page 67), which allows you to adjust the text size, zoom in/out a page, etc.
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...(optional) ( page 145). VOL -/+ button Adjusts the volume ( page 149). To restore the sound, press the VOL -/+ button again. Hint The Reader can be charged by pressing and holding the buttons. You can turn the page using the supplied USB cable. USB connector Connects the... of operation. You can also turn multiple pages by connecting to a computer using the touch screen ( page 24). RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is set to the "Home" menu at any time ( page 32). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page ( page...
...(optional) ( page 145). VOL -/+ button Adjusts the volume ( page 149). To restore the sound, press the VOL -/+ button again. Hint The Reader can be charged by pressing and holding the buttons. You can turn the page using the supplied USB cable. USB connector Connects the... of operation. You can also turn multiple pages by connecting to a computer using the touch screen ( page 24). RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is set to the "Home" menu at any time ( page 32). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page ( page...
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...perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 23). Continued 12 To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for more than 3 seconds ( page 21). Charge/Busy indicator Lights up in orange when your computer starts accessing the... Reader via USB, and when the Reader turns on/off. Stylus The stylus enables you to insert a Memory Stick Duo media (optional) ( page 14). ...
...perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off when charging is complete ( page 23). Continued 12 To shut down the Reader, slide and hold for more than 3 seconds ( page 21). Charge/Busy indicator Lights up in orange when your computer starts accessing the... Reader via USB, and when the Reader turns on/off. Stylus The stylus enables you to insert a Memory Stick Duo media (optional) ( page 14). ...
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... slot cover. Insert an optional memory card into the correct slot with its label side up until it clicks into the Reader, it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content files in the right direction. When inserting the memory card into the place. Mark Memory Stick... Duo™ media SD card Mark Close the media slot cover. Notes When you use Memory Stick Duo™ media on the Reader, please make sure to "Notes on handling memory cards, refer to insert it in the memory card if the number of the content files stored...
... slot cover. Insert an optional memory card into the correct slot with its label side up until it clicks into the Reader, it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content files in the right direction. When inserting the memory card into the place. Mark Memory Stick... Duo™ media SD card Mark Close the media slot cover. Notes When you use Memory Stick Duo™ media on the Reader, please make sure to "Notes on handling memory cards, refer to insert it in the memory card if the number of the content files stored...
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Attaching the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) Attach the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) after removing the soft cover ( page 18). Continued 15 Pull it out from the top to the bottom of the Reader. Note This Reader only meets the RF Exposure guidelines when used with the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9). Note Make sure to insert the stylus fully to use it. Getting Started Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the top left side of the holder when you replace it.
Attaching the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) Attach the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) after removing the soft cover ( page 18). Continued 15 Pull it out from the top to the bottom of the Reader. Note This Reader only meets the RF Exposure guidelines when used with the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9). Note Make sure to insert the stylus fully to use it. Getting Started Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the top left side of the holder when you replace it.
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After the tabs are unlocked from their slots, remove the battery cover. F ace the label side of the supplied battery pack upwards, then insert it into the battery box with the connectors aligned. Getting Started Installing the supplied battery pack Pull out the media slot cover and turn over the Reader. Push portion and slide the battery cover to the left. Battery cover Connector Media slot cover Supplied battery pack: PRSA-BP9 (label side face up) Continued 16
After the tabs are unlocked from their slots, remove the battery cover. F ace the label side of the supplied battery pack upwards, then insert it into the battery box with the connectors aligned. Getting Started Installing the supplied battery pack Pull out the media slot cover and turn over the Reader. Push portion and slide the battery cover to the left. Battery cover Connector Media slot cover Supplied battery pack: PRSA-BP9 (label side face up) Continued 16
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...; Do not attach the media slot cover () before installing the battery cover. See portion and make sure to first shut down the Reader ( page 21). If 15 seconds pass after the battery pack is removed, you will need to reconfigure the initial settings when you remove the... cover. Getting Started Place the battery cover so that there is no gap between the body of the Reader and battery cover. If you do not plan to use the Reader for a long time, remove the battery pack to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion. When you turn...
...; Do not attach the media slot cover () before installing the battery cover. See portion and make sure to first shut down the Reader ( page 21). If 15 seconds pass after the battery pack is removed, you will need to reconfigure the initial settings when you remove the... cover. Getting Started Place the battery cover so that there is no gap between the body of the Reader and battery cover. If you do not plan to use the Reader for a long time, remove the battery pack to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion. When you turn...
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...22). It may take a few moments for the Reader start-up screen to "On" ( page 20, 154). 19 To turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. Hint Even if you do not turn off the Reader manually, the Reader enters sleep mode after a reset ( page 160) or shutdown... ( page 21, 159). The Reader enters sleep mode. Notes If the Reader does not turn on the Reader. Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on , ...
...22). It may take a few moments for the Reader start-up screen to "On" ( page 20, 154). 19 To turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. Hint Even if you do not turn off the Reader manually, the Reader enters sleep mode after a reset ( page 160) or shutdown... ( page 21, 159). The Reader enters sleep mode. Notes If the Reader does not turn on the Reader. Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on , ...
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...from sleep mode when receiving periodicals by power management. Continued 20 Getting Started About power management The Reader has a power management feature to an AC outlet - playing audio files or a slideshow The Reader does not wake up from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 154). ...; In addition to the computer using "Wireless Standby" ( page 35, 155). Therefore, if other operations are not performed for 5 days, the Reader will shut down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power is activated. Notes The...
...from sleep mode when receiving periodicals by power management. Continued 20 Getting Started About power management The Reader has a power management feature to an AC outlet - playing audio files or a slideshow The Reader does not wake up from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 154). ...; In addition to the computer using "Wireless Standby" ( page 35, 155). Therefore, if other operations are not performed for 5 days, the Reader will shut down and stops consuming the battery power. If the battery power is activated. Notes The...
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...Account" page in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 159). Getting Started To shut down the Reader manually Battery consumption can shut down the Reader. You can be minimized by auto delivery while the Reader is shut down ( page 40). Note You cannot receive periodicals by shutting down the... Reader manually in one of the following ways. Slide the POWER switch and hold it for ...
...Account" page in the "Advanced Settings" menu ( page 159). Getting Started To shut down the Reader manually Battery consumption can shut down the Reader. You can be minimized by auto delivery while the Reader is shut down ( page 40). Note You cannot receive periodicals by shutting down the... Reader manually in one of the following ways. Slide the POWER switch and hold it for ...
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... using it for more than 5 minutes, then slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. It will take approximately 5 hours to fully charge the battery. - In this case, charge the Reader for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is extremely low, if you slide.... Connect to a computer via USB, you connect the Reader to an AC outlet, the Reader may not turn on and the charge/busy indicator may blink. Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need to charge the Reader when using the supplied AC adapter (ACS5220E). - While charging via ...
... using it for more than 5 minutes, then slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. It will take approximately 5 hours to fully charge the battery. - In this case, charge the Reader for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is extremely low, if you slide.... Connect to a computer via USB, you connect the Reader to an AC outlet, the Reader may not turn on and the charge/busy indicator may blink. Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need to charge the Reader when using the supplied AC adapter (ACS5220E). - While charging via ...
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If you tap the predictive word, it will appear in the input area. / (Shift key): Switches the character type. Tap to switch to use the on-screen keyboard The on-screen keyboard appears when you enter your information at the Reader Store, or search for items, enter comments or create text memos on the Reader. Input area: Displays tapped character. Keyboard history area: Shows predictive words from previously typed ones. Getting Started How to the upper-case keyboard. Continued 28
If you tap the predictive word, it will appear in the input area. / (Shift key): Switches the character type. Tap to switch to use the on-screen keyboard The on-screen keyboard appears when you enter your information at the Reader Store, or search for items, enter comments or create text memos on the Reader. Input area: Displays tapped character. Keyboard history area: Shows predictive words from previously typed ones. Getting Started How to the upper-case keyboard. Continued 28
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... one. "Dutch" You can move the cursor by tapping, and then tap . Characters selectable from the pop-up , from "Keyboard" in the Reader Store has / icons next to the input area. To delete consecutive characters in the input area, tap the first or last character and drag to... pop up window are as follows: Character key Selectable characters A A a a C C Ç c c ç D D Ð Continued 30 To input additional characters Hint The Reader provides the following keyboard language formats. - "United States" (default setting) - "German" - "French" -
... one. "Dutch" You can move the cursor by tapping, and then tap . Characters selectable from the pop-up , from "Keyboard" in the Reader Store has / icons next to the input area. To delete consecutive characters in the input area, tap the first or last character and drag to... pop up window are as follows: Character key Selectable characters A A a a C C Ç c c ç D D Ð Continued 30 To input additional characters Hint The Reader provides the following keyboard language formats. - "United States" (default setting) - "German" - "French" -
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Continued 32 Getting Started Using the Reader Home Menu The "Home" menu is the starting point to read content, visit the Reader Store, to use various applications and to the Reader Store, "Applications" menu and "Settings" menu. Menu items Status bar Menu tabs Menu items By tapping an item on the menu items area, you can open the selected content or content list(s). Menu tabs By tapping a menu tab, you can go to configure the settings.
Continued 32 Getting Started Using the Reader Home Menu The "Home" menu is the starting point to read content, visit the Reader Store, to use various applications and to the Reader Store, "Applications" menu and "Settings" menu. Menu items Status bar Menu tabs Menu items By tapping an item on the menu items area, you can open the selected content or content list(s). Menu tabs By tapping a menu tab, you can go to configure the settings.