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...size to retain the original layout. To view the User's Guide (PDF file) When you view on the Reader, view it in your preferred size. Download the User's Guide to 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 to...
...size to retain the original layout. To view the User's Guide (PDF file) When you view on the Reader, view it in your preferred size. Download the User's Guide to 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 to...
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"Create/Edit Notes 84 Highlighting a word(s) - 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 Books 48...
"Create/Edit Notes 84 Highlighting a word(s) - 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 Books 48...
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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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... Continued Accessing the Reader Store ( page 34) With a 3G network connection, you can purchase and download content wirelessly from Sony" has been renamed "Reader Store." 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 the Reader Store whenever, wherever you subscribe to...
... Continued Accessing the Reader Store ( page 34) With a 3G network connection, you can purchase and download content wirelessly from Sony" has been renamed "Reader Store." 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 the Reader Store whenever, wherever you subscribe to...
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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." Continued 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.
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." Continued 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 104) Jumping 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 dictionary ( page 138...Creating handwritten notes and marks ( page 90) - Adjusting the text size ( page 67) - Zooming a page ( page 70) - Also, the Reader provides the following useful features to enhance readability. Looking up a word in adjacent pages ( page 103) -
... page 104) Jumping 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 dictionary ( page 138...Creating handwritten notes and marks ( page 90) - Adjusting the text size ( page 67) - Zooming a page ( page 70) - Also, the Reader provides the following useful features to enhance readability. Looking up a word in adjacent pages ( page 103) -
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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. Continued 10
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... jack Used to ON by pressing and holding the buttons. To mute the sound, press and hold either edge of operation. Hint The Reader can also turn multiple pages by default. DC IN jack Connects the supplied AC adapter (AC-S5220E) ( page 22). To restore the... feature ( page 34). Continued 11 You can be charged by connecting to a computer using the touch screen ( page 24). RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is set to connect headphones (optional) ( page 145). VOL -/+ button Adjusts the volume ( page 149). Getting Started ...
... jack Used to ON by pressing and holding the buttons. To mute the sound, press and hold either edge of operation. Hint The Reader can also turn multiple pages by default. DC IN jack Connects the supplied AC adapter (AC-S5220E) ( page 22). To restore the... feature ( page 34). Continued 11 You can be charged by connecting to a computer using the touch screen ( page 24). RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is set to connect headphones (optional) ( page 145). VOL -/+ button Adjusts the volume ( page 149). Getting Started ...
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... Turns on/off . Stylus The stylus enables you to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off the Reader ( page 19). 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...
... Turns on/off . Stylus The stylus enables you to perform drawing or precise operations, such as selecting a word, on /off the Reader ( page 19). 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...
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... sure to insert it in the right direction. When inserting the memory card into the Reader, it clicks into the correct slot with its label side up until it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content files in the memory card if the number of the content files...
... sure to insert it in the right direction. When inserting the memory card into the Reader, it clicks into the correct slot with its label side up until it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content files in the memory card if the number of the content files...
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Pull it out from the top to the bottom of the Reader. Attaching the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) Attach the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) after removing the soft cover ( page 18). Getting Started Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the top left side of the holder when you replace it . Note This Reader only meets the RF Exposure guidelines when used with the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9). Continued 15 Note Make sure to insert the stylus fully to use it .
Pull it out from the top to the bottom of the Reader. Attaching the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) Attach the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9) after removing the soft cover ( page 18). Getting Started Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the top left side of the holder when you replace it . Note This Reader only meets the RF Exposure guidelines when used with the supplied cover accessory (PRSA-ZC9). Continued 15 Note Make sure to insert the stylus fully to use it .
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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 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.
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... 17 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 remove... the battery pack, 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 turn on...
... 17 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 remove... the battery pack, 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 turn on...
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...or shutdown ( page 21, 159). Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to "On" ( page 20, 154). 19 Notes If the Reader does not turn on , charging is set to turn on the Reader. For details, refer to "Charging the Reader" ( page 22). It may take a few moments ...for the Reader start-up screen to appear after 60 minutes of inactivity when the...
...or shutdown ( page 21, 159). Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to "On" ( page 20, 154). 19 Notes If the Reader does not turn on , charging is set to turn on the Reader. For details, refer to "Charging the Reader" ( page 22). It may take a few moments ...for the Reader start-up screen to appear after 60 minutes of inactivity when the...
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... to "On," when: - Therefore, if other operations are not performed for 5 days, the Reader will shut down by auto delivery ( page 40). Getting Started About power management The Reader has a power management feature to power management feature, you can save the battery power using the ...supplied USB cable - playing audio files or a slideshow The Reader does not wake up from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 154). In addition to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. ...
... to "On," when: - Therefore, if other operations are not performed for 5 days, the Reader will shut down by auto delivery ( page 40). Getting Started About power management The Reader has a power management feature to power management feature, you can save the battery power using the ...supplied USB cable - playing audio files or a slideshow The Reader does not wake up from "Power Management" in the "Settings" menu ( page 154). In addition to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. ...
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... Settings" menu ( page 159). You can be minimized by auto delivery while the Reader is shut down ( page 40). Getting Started To shut down the Reader manually Battery consumption can shut down the Reader manually in one of the following ways. Slide the POWER switch and hold... it for more than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the Reader Store, where previous issues are available ( page...
... Settings" menu ( page 159). You can be minimized by auto delivery while the Reader is shut down ( page 40). Getting Started To shut down the Reader manually Battery consumption can shut down the Reader manually in one of the following ways. Slide the POWER switch and hold... it for more than 3 seconds. Use "Device Shutdown" in the Reader Store, where previous issues are available ( page...
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...of the following ways: Connect to an AC outlet using it for more than 5 minutes, then slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. In this case, charge the Reader for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is low. AC adapter (AC-S5220E) Continued 22 Charging the... Reader via an AC outlet To charge the Reader via USB, you connect the Reader to an AC outlet, the Reader may not turn on and the charge/busy indicator may blink. It will take approximately 5 hours to...
...of the following ways: Connect to an AC outlet using it for more than 5 minutes, then slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. In this case, charge the Reader for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is low. AC adapter (AC-S5220E) Continued 22 Charging the... Reader via an AC outlet To charge the Reader via USB, you connect the Reader to an AC outlet, the Reader may not turn on and the charge/busy indicator may blink. It will take approximately 5 hours to...
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If you enter your information at the Reader Store, or search for items, enter comments or create text memos on -screen keyboard appears when 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 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 enter your information at the Reader Store, or search for items, enter comments or create text memos on -screen keyboard appears when 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 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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To delete consecutive characters in the "Advanced Settings" ( page 158). To input additional characters Hint The Reader provides the following keyboard language formats. - "German" - "United Kingdom" - "Dutch" You can change the keyboard format from "Keyboard" in the input ... "United States" (default setting) - "French" - Getting Started To delete a character Move the cursor to the input area. If you use in the Reader Store has / icons next to the right of the character by tapping it. Hint The keyboard that you tap and hold a character key, optional...
To delete consecutive characters in the "Advanced Settings" ( page 158). To input additional characters Hint The Reader provides the following keyboard language formats. - "German" - "United Kingdom" - "Dutch" You can change the keyboard format from "Keyboard" in the input ... "United States" (default setting) - "French" - Getting Started To delete a character Move the cursor to the input area. If you use in the Reader Store has / icons next to the right of the character by tapping it. Hint The keyboard that you tap and hold a character key, optional...
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Menu tabs By tapping a menu tab, you can go to configure the settings. 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). 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. Continued 32
Menu tabs By tapping a menu tab, you can go to configure the settings. 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). 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. Continued 32