User’s Guide PRS-900 Digital Book Reader ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-174-983-14(1)
CAUTION All illustrations of the Reader in this User’s Guide show the Reader with the soft cover installed. Note that these do not represent the Reader in actual use. If the Reader is shipped with the soft cover it must be removed, and replaced with the supplied cover with part number PRSA-ZC9 before use. The specific cover with part number PRSA-ZC9 included with the Reader is the only cover that is approved for use to satisfy radio frequency exposure compliance.
To view the User’s Guide (PDF file) When you view on the Reader, view it in S size to retain the original layout. If you want to enlarge the page, set the screen orientation to horizontal ( page 104) or use the zoom mode ( page 70). Also, you can view the User’s Guide on your computer 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........................................................................
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.............................................................
Adding a comment......................................................................93 Selecting a note – “Create/Edit Notes”........................................97 Hiding notes – “Hide Notes”......................................................100 Deleting a book – “Delete Book”...............................................101 Displaying book information – “Info”..........................................102 Reading in adjacent pages – “2 Page View”.............................
Using Application.......................................................... 126 Creating Drawings.................................................................... 126 Using the option menu of the “Handwriting” list........................129 Viewing created drawings.........................................................130 Using the option menu of the drawing viewer...........................131 Creating Text Memos................................................................
Troubleshooting............................................................. 160 Troubleshooting......................................................................... 160 Restoring default settings.........................................................171 Uninstalling Reader Library....................................................... 172 Other Information.......................................................... 173 Updating the Reader Device Software......................................
Introduction What You Can Do with the Reader First, read the Quick Start Guide to prepare the Reader Daily Edition (“Reader” is used in this User’s Guide) for use. Accessing the Reader Store ( page 34) With a 3G network connection, you can purchase and download content wirelessly from the Reader Store whenever, wherever you are, within the network coverage area. * “eBook Store from Sony” has been renamed “Reader Store.
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 outside the wireless network, and transfer them to the Reader. You can also transfer various content such as, audio files, pictures and documents, from your computer to the Reader using Reader Library. * “eBook Library” has been renamed “Reader Library.
Introduction Reading content You can read eBooks and periodicals using the intuitive, easy-to-use touch screen. Also, the Reader provides the following useful features to enhance readability.
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.
Getting Started (Home) button Takes you to the “Home” menu at any time ( page 32). < > (Page Turn) buttons Turns the page ( page 60). You can turn multiple pages by pressing and holding the buttons. You can also turn the page using the touch screen ( page 24). RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is possible ( page 160). WIRELESS switch Turns on/off the wireless feature ( page 34). The WIRELESS switch is set to ON by default.
Getting Started SD card slot Used to insert an SD card (optional) ( page 15). Media slot cover ( page 15) Memory Stick PRO Duo slot Used to insert a Memory Stick Duo media (optional) ( page 15). POWER switch Turns 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 red while charging, and goes off when charging is complete ( page 23).
Getting Started Rear Battery cover ( page 17) Remove the battery cover when installing the battery pack. SIM card A SIM card is installed to provide wireless communication. Please do not remove it. Battery box ( page 17) Used to store the supplied rechargeable battery pack (PRSA-BP9). Holes for cover attachment Used to attach the soft cover ( page 2).
Getting Started Inserting a memory card Pull out the media slot cover. Insert an optional memory card into the correct slot with its label side up until it clicks 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 insert it in the right direction.
Getting Started Removing the supplied stylus The supplied stylus is stored on the top left side of the Reader. Pull it out from the top to use it. Note Make sure to insert the stylus fully to the bottom of the holder when you replace it. Attaching the soft cover Note If the wireless switch of the Reader is turned off, the soft cover can be reattached to provide protection for the display.
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. After the tabs are unlocked from their slots, remove the battery cover. Face the label side of the supplied battery pack upwards, then insert it into the battery box with the connectors aligned.
Getting Started Place the battery cover so that all the tabs are inserted into their slots. Slide the battery cover until it clicks. Attach the media slot cover. Slot Tab Notes Do not attach the media slot cover () before installing the battery cover. See portion and make sure 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.
Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. Notes If the Reader does not turn on, charging is required. For details, refer to “Charging the Reader” ( page 22). It may take a few moments for the Reader start-up screen to appear after a reset ( page 160) or shutdown ( page 21, 159). To turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again. The Reader enters sleep mode.
Getting Started About power management The Reader has a power management feature to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. At purchase, power management is activated. 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.
Getting Started To shut down the Reader manually Battery consumption can be minimized by shutting down the Reader. You 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 “Advanced Settings” menu ( page 159). Note You cannot receive periodicals by auto delivery while the Reader is shut down ( page 40).
Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging You need to charge the Reader when using it for the first time, or when the remaining battery power is low. Charge in one of the following ways: Connect to an AC outlet using the supplied AC adapter (ACS5220E). – It will take approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery. Connect to a computer via USB ( page 42): – It will take approximately 5 hours to fully charge the battery. – While charging via USB, you cannot operate the Reader.
Getting Started Connect to an AC outlet using the power cord. Charging starts and the charge/busy indicator lights up in red. Charge/Busy indicator To an AC outlet Power cord Hint When the battery has been fully charged, the charge/busy indicator goes off. Note Connect the AC adapter to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC adapter, disconnect it from the AC outlet.
Getting Started How to Use the Touch Screen Using the touch screen, you can perform various operations with a finger or with the supplied stylus. Note When you use the supplied stylus, make sure to use the pointed end of it for tapping dragging, or drawing on the touch screen. Do not use a ballpoint pen, pencil, or other sharp object. Tapping By tapping on the touch screen, you can select an item on the menu or list, etc.
Getting Started Double-tapping By tapping twice (double-tap) on the touch screen, you can create bookmarks ( page 84), highlight ( page 87), search ( page 80), or look up words ( page 64), etc. Dragging By dragging on the touch screen, you can turn a page ( page 60), drag a magnified page in zoom mode ( page 71) or select a word to highlight ( page 87).
Getting Started Double-tapping and dragging By double-tapping and dragging on the touch screen, you can select consecutive words ( page 62, 80, 87). Dragging and Holding By holding on the touch screen after dragging, you can turn pages repeatedly ( page 60).
Getting Started Handwriting Using the supplied stylus or a finger, you can create drawing on the touch screen ( page 90, 93, 126).
Getting Started How 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. If you tap the predictive word, it will appear in the input area. / (Shift key): Switches the character type. Tap to switch to the upper-case keyboard.
Getting Started Symbols/Abc: Switches the keyboard type. Tap “Symbols” to switch to the symbol keyboard. to display additional keyboard characters. Tap To return to the alphabetic keyboard, tap “Abc.” “Return”: Gives a line feed. This key is available only in the comment editor ( page 95) and text memo editor ( page 132)). (Backspace): Deletes the character left next to the cursor. Cursor: Shows where you are working. To input a character Tap any character key on the keyboard.
Getting Started To delete a character Move the cursor to the right of the character by tapping, . and then tap To delete consecutive characters in the input area, tap the first or last character and drag to include all the . characters you want to delete, then tap Hint The keyboard that you use in the Reader Store has / icons next to the input area. You can move the cursor by tapping it. To input additional characters Hint The Reader provides the following keyboard language formats.
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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 configure the settings. Menu items Menu tabs Status bar 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 the Reader Store, “Applications” menu and “Settings” menu.
Getting Started About the status bar The status bar shows you the current status of the Reader. Icon / Status Shows the wireless status ( page 34). Appears when connected to a 3G wireless network, which is faster than a 2G network. The Reader is automatically connected to a 3G network when available. appears when downloading content. appears when connecting and downloading a page in the Reader Store. Shows the text size in the book or periodical page ( page 67).
Getting Content Accessing the Reader Store With wireless network connection, you can purchase and download eBooks and periodicals directly from the Reader Store if within the network coverage area. Accessing the Reader Store via wireless network Before accessing the Reader Store, confirm: The WIRELESS switch is set to ON ( page 12). The wireless network is available.
Getting Content About “Wireless Standby” You can use “Wireless Standby” to avoid unnecessary battery consumption caused by the wireless feature. If you do not perform any wireless operations for more than 10 minutes, the wireless feature automatically enters standby mode. During the wireless standby mode, you can receive periodicals while minimizing battery consumption. To access the Reader Store again, tap the “Store” tab. “Wireless Standby” is activated as default setting.
Getting Content Accessing the Reader Store In the “Home” menu, tap “Store” tab. appears in the status bar when connecting to the wireless network ( page 33). “Store” “Home” menu Browse the Reader Store. For details about the Reader Store, refer to “Browsing the Reader Store” ( page 38). When you access the Reader Store for the first time, the registration appears ( page 37).
Getting Content Using the Reader Store The Reader Store registration In order to purchase and download eBooks or periodicals, you need to register an account at the Reader Store, or if you already have a Reader Store account or Sony Style account, sign in via your e-mail address and password. Registration screen Enter your e-mail address using the on-screen keyboard ( page 28). The Reader will be associated with your account in the Reader Store.
Getting Content Browsing the Reader Store Browse the Reader Store to find your desired books and purchase them by following the store instructions. You can find your purchased books in the “Home” menu ( page 48, 117). The Reader Store home screen * The above image is a sample of the home screen. Hint For more detailed information about the Reader Store, go to the Reader Store Help page from “Help and Support” in the option menu of the Reader Store ( page 39).
Getting Content Using the option menu of the Reader Store In the Reader Store, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Option item Description Store Home Takes you to the top page of the Reader Store My Account Takes you to the “My Account” page. Help and Support Takes you to the Reader Store Help page. Legal Information Takes you to the Reader Store legal information page. Refresh Page Refreshes the page when the page in the Reader Store is not displayed properly.
Getting Content Subscribing to periodicals You can subscribe to periodicals in the Reader Store. Go to the periodical menu and follow the store instructions. About auto delivery Once you have subscribed to periodicals in the Reader Store, newly published issues will be delivered to the Reader automatically. To ensure this process, confirm: The WIRELESS switch is set to ON ( page 12). The Wireless network is available ( page 34).
Getting Content Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library Reader Library is the content management software you can use with the Reader. Once you have it installed on your computer, you can access the Reader Store from your computer and transfer eBooks, periodicals, audio files and pictures from your computer to the Reader. Hint If there is not enough free space on the internal memory of the Reader, transfer content to Reader Library, then delete it from the Reader.
Getting Content To install using the AutoPlay feature The installation launcher appears when you connect the Reader to your computer (AutoPlay feature is available on Windows XP, Windows Vista only). Make sure your computer is connected to an AC outlet and turned on (not in sleep mode). Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. The “Installer for Reader” window appears on your computer.
Getting Content Click “Install Reader Library” in the “Installer for Reader” window, then follow the on-screen instructions. Notes While connecting via USB, you cannot operate the Reader. The wireless feature is unavailable while the Reader is connected via USB. While the Reader is connected to your computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up from sleep mode, or shutdown the computer. These operations may cause the Reader to malfunction.
Getting Content Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library Once you have Reader Library installed on your computer, you can access the Reader Store. Note To access the Reader Store and download eBooks, an Internet connection is required on your computer. Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable ( page 42). Reader Library starts automatically. “Reader” Source view Hint If Reader Library does not start automatically, double-click the desktop icon to start manually.
Getting Content Click “eBooks Store” in the source view. “Purchased” “eBook Store” Follow the store instructions to purchase (download) eBooks or periodicals. Managing content on your computer Importing content from your computer to Reader Library You can import content such as eBooks, personal documents, audio files and pictures on your computer to Reader Library. For details, refer to the Reader Library Help. Start Reader Library ( page 44). Click “File” on menu bar, then click “Import Files.
Getting Content Select the content file to be imported. Transferring content to the Reader You can transfer content on Reader Library to the Reader or memory card inserted in the Reader. For details, refer to the Reader Library Help. Start Reader Library ( page 44). Click “Library” in the source view, then click (List view). Select the content you want to transfer from the list. Drag the content to “Reader” or memory card in the source view.
Getting Content Hints You can also transfer content by synchronizing the Reader with Reader Library. For details, refer to the Reader Library Help. For details about supported file formats, refer to “Supported File Format” ( page 195). If there is not enough free space on the internal memory of the Reader, content may not be transferable. The internal memory of the Reader can be increased in the following 3 ways. – Transfer any unnecessary content to Reader Library, then delete it from the Reader.
Reading Books Reading Books You can find and read books from the “Home” menu. In the “Home” menu, tap “Books.” “Continue Reading”: Last read book is displayed. “Books” Most recent purchased/ transferred books are displayed. “Home” menu Hints If you want to continue reading from the last read page, tap “Continue Reading.” Up to the 3 most recent imported books are displayed under “Books.” Tap the thumbnail to read.
Reading Books Tap a desired book on the list. Back icon Book title Purchased/Transferred date Scroll bar ( Icons ( page 53) page 50) “Books” list Hint If you have read the book before, the last displayed page of the book appears when you open the book. To return to the “Home” menu Tap , or press the button. Read the book. For details about operation on the book page, refer to “Operations on the book page” ( page 59).
Reading Books Icons in the list Icon */ Description * Newly-purchased, newly-transferred or unread books/issues. Books/Issues you have already opened. Protected content ( page 123). Content on Memory Stick Duo media. Content on SD card. Books which have an expiration date. “Expired” is displayed when a book has expired. * This icon will appear when “View” is set to “List” ( page 55).
Reading Books Using the option menu of the “Books” list In the “Books” list, press the OPTIONS button to open the option menu. Close icon Option item Description/Reference page Sort*1 Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Date”) ( page 52). Switches the list display format (default setting is “Thumbnail”) ( page 55). Searches for a desired book by keyword ( page 56). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Deletes the books ( page 121).
Reading Books Sorting a list – “Sort” You can sort the items in the list. The available sorting criteria will vary depending on the list. In the “Books” list, press the OPTIONS button, then tap the sort type. The list is sorted as specified.
Reading Books Note The index bar or scroll bar appears only if content or items cannot be displayed in a single page. About the bar The bar appears on the right side of the list if all the items cannot be displayed in a single page. Use them to navigate through the list pages. You can also turn the list page by pressing the < > buttons. The appearance of the bar will differ depending on the sorting criteria. Scroll bar Drag the bar until the desired item appears.
Reading Books Index bar Drag the bar until the desired item appears, or tap the first letter of its title/author/artist/comment, by which the list is sorted, in the index bar. Index bar “#” contains books or authors that begin with a number. Bold letter indicates that the letter contains any applicable book or author. “ ” contains books or authors that begin with a symbol. Icon bar This bar appears when content is sorted by status or notes are sorted by the type.
Reading Books Switching the list display view – “View” You can choose to display the list format in either “Thumbnail” or “List” view. In the “Books” list, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Thumbnail” or “View.” The list will be displayed in the selected format. “Thumbnail” view (default) “List” view Notes Some cover art may not be displayable, depending on the file format.
Reading Books Searching for a book with a keyword – “Search” Using the on-screen keyboard, you can search for an item in the list. Hint For details on how to use the on-screen keyboard, refer to “How to use the on-screen keyboard” ( page 28). In the “Books” list, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Search” to display the keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears. Close icon Input area To close the on-screen keyboard Tap . Enter the keyword using the on-screen keyboard.
Reading Books Tap “Search.” The “Search Results” list appears. Books including the input word in their titles/authors are displayed. Back icon “Search Results” list Hint In the option menu of the “Search Result” list, you can delete ( page 121) and protect content ( page 123). To close the “Search Results” list Tap . Tap the desired book. The book page appears.
Reading Books Search target and criteria The items that you can search for will vary depending on the list. List Target and criteria “Books” list “Collections” list ( page 118) “Unread Books” ( page 119) “Unread Periodicals” ( page 119) “Purchased Books” ( page 119) “Periodicals” list ( page 109) Issue list ( page 110) “All Notes” list ( page 106) Searches for a book by title or author. Searches for a collection by collection name. Searches for a book by title or author.
Reading Books Operations on the book page On the book page screen, you can perform the following operations. Text size ( page 67) Current page number/ Total page number Note When the text on an EPUB file is magnified, the page number of some divided sections may be displayed as “3-4,” for example, which implies that you are viewing a section between page 3 and 4.
Reading Books Turning a page Drag on the touch screen or press the < < > button. > (Page Turn) buttons To go back to the previous page, drag on the page in the opposite direction, or press the < > button. Turning pages repeatedly Hold on the touch screen after dragging, or press and hold the < > buttons. Hint You can reverse the direction of dragging in the “Settings” menu ( page 155).
Reading Books Tapping operations Double-tapping on the top right corner of a book page You can add/remove a bookmark ( page 84). Bookmark Tapping the page number at the bottom of the screen You can jump to the desired page from the page jump panel ( page 75).
Reading Books Double-tapping a word You can highlight ( page 87), search ( page 80), or look up the word ( page 64) from the pop-up menu. Pop-up menu Double-tapping and dragging consecutive words You can highlight ( page 87) or search for consecutive words from the pop-up menu ( page 80).
Reading Books Tapping a bookmark or a highlighted word(s) If you tap bookmark/highlighted word(s), you can add a text/handwriting comment to it, or edit the comment from the displayed menu ( page 93).
Reading Books Looking up a Word in a Book You can use the embedded dictionaries to look up words in a book. Double-tap the word on the book page. The pop-up menu appears, in which the headline of the word definition is displayed. (Dictionary) Close icon Pop-up menu Definition area Hint If multiple candidate words are found, the “Others” icon becomes available. Tap it to see other candidates. The lookup result screen will appear ( page 66). To close the pop-up menu Tap .
Reading Books Tap or the definition area. The definition is fully displayed in the dictionary viewer. Close icon Definition area (Keyboard) ( page 66) Dictionary viewer Hints You can turn the dictionary pages by dragging the definition area or pressing the < > buttons. If you press and hold the < or > button while the dictionary viewer is displayed, you can accelerate turning the pages. You can adjust the text size in the dictionary viewer.
Reading Books Looking up other words You can view a list of words found by the same keyword and select an entry word to read its detailed definition. In the dictionary viewer, tap . The lookup result screen with the on-screen keyboard appears. Close icon Candidate words in a list Input area Number of entries and page number/total pages Scrolls the page Lookup result screen Hint You can also look up another word by modifying the selected word using the on-screen keyboard ( page 28).
Reading Books Resizing and Zooming You can use the size menu to read a page as preferred. Press the button to display the size menu. Adjusting the text size You can adjust the text size using the size menu. Select from 6 different text sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL or XXL. “S” (original size) is set by default. In the book page, press the button. The size menu appears.
Reading Books Tap “XS,” “M,” “L,” “XL” or “XXL.” The text size is changed, and the text and layout of the book page are adjusted automatically to fit the screen size. Margin control Close icon Size indicator Size icons To close the size menu Tap , or press the button. Hints When the texts on a PDF or EPUB file are magnified, the page is divided into multiple sections. To display the rest of the page, drag the page or press the < > buttons.
Reading Books The text size of EPUB, PDF or BBeB files will be changed as follows: EPUB file: XS(80%), S(100%), M(130%), L(180%), XL(230%), XXL(310%) PDF file*: XS(80%), S(100%), M(200%), L(300%), XL(450%), XXL(600%) * Since PDF documents are created in their original size, the above ratio may not apply to certain documents.
Reading Books Zooming in/out The book page enters zoom mode by tapping “ In” on the size menu. In the book page, press the “ Zoom In.” The zoom bar appears. Zoom button, then tap Close icon Zoom bar Slider To exit the zoom mode Tap , or press the button. Drag the slider, or tap + or – of the zoom bar repeatedly until the page is zoomed to the desired scale. The page is zoomed in. Hints You can also zoom in a book page by tapping a point in the zoom bar.
Reading Books To scroll a magnified page When the book page is zoomed in, / / / appear at the edges of the screen. You can display the edge of the page by tapping / / / . You can also scroll the page by dragging it.
Reading Books Removing margins You can enlarge a book page by removing the margins. In the book page, press the (right icon). The margins will be removed. button, then tap Margin icons Close icon To close the size menu Tap , or press the button. Note Depending on the content, you may not be able to enlarge the page. To restore margins Tap (left icon).
Reading Books Using the Book Option In the option menu of a book page, further additional features are available. In a book page, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Close icon Hint In the horizontal view or “2 Page View,” all the items will not be displayed in a single page. Tap to display the rest of the items. Option item Description/Reference page Return to List Closes the book and goes back to the list from which you opened the book. Displays the page jump panel ( page 75).
Reading Books Option item Description/Reference page Delete Book Deletes the currently viewed book ( page 101). Displays the book information ( page 102). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Displays the horizontal view in facing pages or single page ( page 103). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104). Info Now Playing*3 2 Page View/ 1 Page View Orientation *1 The displayed items vary depending on the content.
Reading Books Jumping to pages – “Go to Page” You can jump to pages in one of the following ways: – Using the page jump bar. – Specifying the page number ( page 77). To jump to pages using the page jump bar In the book page, tap the page number in the status bar. The page jump panel appears. Page jump bar Close icon Page jump panel Page number Hints You can also display the page jump panel from the option menu. Press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Go to Page.
Reading Books Drag the slider, or tap a point on the page jump bar. The page is displayed based on the slider position in the page jump bar.
Reading Books Jumping directly to a specific page You can jump directly to a page by inputting the page number with the on-screen numeric keyboard. Tap “Enter Page #” on the page jump panel. The numeric keyboard appears. Close icon Input area (Backspace) key To cancel the numeric keyboard Tap , or press the OPTIONS button. Tap the number key to input the page number. The input number is displayed in the input area. To delete the number, tap . Tap “Go.” You will jump to the specified page.
Reading Books To use the links of eBooks files on the Reader You can use the page links on a EPUB, PDF or BBeB file. The link appears highlighted on the screen. Tap to jump to the linked page. Link Hint If you want to return to the previous page after you have jumped to the linked page, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu, and then tap “History” ( page 79).
Reading Books Returning to pages – “History” You can go back to previously displayed pages. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “History.” The history jump icons appear. Close icon (Previous View) History Jump icons (Next View) To close the history jump icons Tap , or press the OPTIONS button. Tap . The previously displayed page appears. To return to the current page, tap .
Reading Books Searching keywords within a book – “Search” You can search for keywords in one of the following ways: – Double-tapping a word. – Using the option menu ( page 82). To search by double-tapping a word In the book page, double-tap the desired word. The pop-up menu appears. (Search) Close icon Pop-up menu Hints To select consecutive words, double-tap the first word and drag across the desired portion.
Reading Books Tap . The search result page containing the input word(s) appears. The results are highlighted on the page. Close icon (Previous Search) (Next Search) Search result page To exit the search result page Tap . The highlight will be removed from the input word(s). Tap to skip to the next page that contains the input word(s). The next page containing the input word(s) appears. To return to the previous page containing your input .
Reading Books To search from the option menu In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Search.” The on-screen keyboard appears. Close icon Input area Hint You can search by modifying the word that is selected by double-tapping. Double-tap the word, press the OPTIONS button, tap “Search,” then modify the word using the onscreen keyboard ( page 28). To close the on-screen keyboard Tap .
Reading Books Input a word using the on-screen keyboard ( page 28), then tap “Search.” The search result page containing the input word appears. The results are highlighted on the page. Close icon (Previous Search) (Next Search) Search result page Note You cannot input characters in the input area beyond what the input area can display. To exit the search result page Tap . The highlight will be removed from the input word(s). Tap to skip to the next page that contains the input word(s).
Reading Books Creating a bookmark – “Create/Edit Notes” You can create a bookmark in one of the following ways: – Double-tapping a page. – Using the option menu ( page 85). To create a bookmark by double-tapping a page In the book page, double-tap near the upper right corner of the screen. The upper right corner of the page is shown as folded.
Reading Books To create a bookmark from the option menu In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Create/Edit Notes.” The tool bar appears. Tool bar Tap . The upper right corner of the page is shown as folded, and the color of in the tool bar becomes shaded. (Bookmark) Close icon Bookmark To close the tool bar Tap .
Reading Books Hint You can add a comment to a bookmark by tapping the bookmark. For details, refer to “Adding a comment” ( page 93). Note By adjusting the text size, the displayed bookmark on the adjusted page may contain a variety of bookmark information. Note that all this bookmark information on the page will be deleted if the bookmark is removed. To delete the bookmark Tap , or double-tap the bookmark. Hint You can delete bookmark(s) from “All Notes” list ( and “Notes” list ( page 97).
Reading Books Highlighting a word(s) – “Create/Edit Notes” You can highlight a word(s) in one of the following ways: – Double-tapping a word in the book page of the book. – Using the option menu ( page 88). To highlight a word(s) by double-tapping In the book page, double-tap the desired word, then tap . The word is highlighted and the pop-up menu is closed.
Reading Books To highlight a word(s) from the option menu In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Create/Edit Notes” . The color of in the tool bar becomes shaded, and the highlighting function becomes available. Drag across the word(s) on the book page. The word(s) is highlighted. (Eraser) Close icon (Highlight marker) Highlighted word Hints If you want to turn pages when an item on the toolbar is active, press the < > button.
Reading Books Hint You can add a comment to a highlight by tapping the highlighted word(s). For details, refer to “Adding a comment” ( page 93). Notes While an item on the tool bar is active, you cannot select a word by double-tapping. While no item is active, you can select the word, but cannot display the pop-up menu. (However, you can search a word by selecting “Search” from the option menu.) To cancel the selection, tap any point on that page.
Reading Books Marking up a book page by handwriting – “Create/Edit Notes” You can freely mark up a book page using the supplied stylus or a finger. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Create/Edit Notes” . The color of in the tool bar becomes shaded, and the markup function becomes available. Mark up the book page. Lines are drawn as you drag on the touch screen.
Reading Books Notes During the markup operation, the current page is saved by pressing a button or closing a book. You cannot turn pages by dragging on the page if either , or are selected. Use the < > buttons. To erase a line Tap , then tap or stroke a part of the line. To display a marked page You can display a marked page from the “All Notes” list ( page 105) and the “Notes” list ( page 97).
Reading Books To display an iconized markup in original form If you do not view the marked page in the same text size and page layout (“1 Page View” or “2 Page View”), the markup is displayed as at the first character of the marked page. To display the markup on the original page, tap to pop up its thumbnail, and tap the thumbnail. Close icon Thumbnail Notes If multiple fall on the same position, they appear side by side.
Reading Books Adding a comment You can add a comment to a bookmark or highlighted word in one of the following ways: – “by Drawing” – “by Keyboard” ( page 95) Note If the tool bar is displayed and if any of , or has already been selected, unselect by tapping it and tap either the highlighted word(s) or the bookmark to enter a comment. Adding a comment by drawing In the book page, tap the desired bookmark or highlighted word. The method menu appears.
Reading Books Tap “by Drawing.” The comment editor with the freehand tool bar appears. (Pen) Close icon (Eraser) Drawing area Comment editor To close the comment editor Tap . Draw freely in the drawing area. Lines are drawn as you drag on the touch screen. Note A handwritten comment cannot have multiple pages. To save the comment and close the editor Tap “Done.” will be attached to the bookmark or highlight. To erase the line Tap , then tap or stroke a part of the line.
Reading Books Adding a comment using the on-screen keyboard In the book page, tap the desired bookmark or highlighted word “by Keyboard.” The comment editor with the on-screen keyboard appears. Input area Close icon Comment editor To close the comment editor Tap . Enter your comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 28). To save the comment and close the editor Tap “Done.” will be attached to the bookmark or highlight.
Reading Books To view a comment Tap a bookmark or highlight with The comment viewer appears. on a book page. Page number of the comment (not displayed for handwritten comments) Comment viewer /: The arrows become available when the comment has multiple pages (not displayed for handwritten comments). To display the previous/next page of the comment, tap /.
Reading Books Selecting a note – “Create/Edit Notes” In the “Notes” list, you can quickly display the page that contains a note of the currently viewed book. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Create/Edit Notes.” The tool bar appears. Tap “ Notes.” The list of all the bookmarks, highlights, and markups in the current book appears.
Reading Books Icons and type of notes in the “Notes” list Icon Type of note/ Displayed headline Bookmark/ First sentence of the page Bookmark containing a handwritten comment/ First sentence of the page Bookmark containing a text comment/ First sentence of the comment Highlight/ Highlighted word(s) Highlight containing a handwritten comment/ Highlighted word(s) Highlight containing a text comment/ First sentence of the comment Handwritten markup/ First sentence of the page Hints You can search the “No
Reading Books Using the option menu of the “Notes” List In the “Notes” list, press the OPTIONS button to open the option menu. Close icon Option item Sort*1 Description Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Page”) ( page 52). Search Searches for desired notes by keyword ( page 56). Deletes the bookmarks, highlights, markups and comments within the book ( page 121). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104).
Reading Books Hiding notes – “Hide Notes” You can temporarily hide notes. If a link is entirely overlapped with a highlight and you are unable to tap it, use this feature. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Hide Notes.” All bookmarks, highlights, and markups within a book are temporarily hidden. Notes “Hide Notes”/”Show Notes” is displayed only when notes are present in the book/periodical.
Reading Books Deleting a book – “Delete Book” You can delete the currently viewed book on the Reader or memory cards that are inserted into the Reader. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Delete Book.” Tap “Yes.” The book is deleted and the screen switches to the book list. Hint You can also delete books from the option menu of the book list ( page 121).
Reading Books Displaying book information – “Info” You can check book information, such as title, author, book cover thumbnail, etc. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Info.” The book information appears. Item Description Book cover thumbnail Title The book cover thumbnail. (BBeB file only) The book title. The name of author(s). Author Publisher The publisher. (BBeB file only) Category The book category (BBeB file only) eBook ID The Book ID. (BBeB file only) Kind The file type.
Reading Books Reading in adjacent pages – “2 Page View” You can set the Reader to view in adjacent pages. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “2 Page View.” The pages are displayed horizontally, side by side. Hints When you read a book in “2 Page View,” you can create bookmark on the respective page ( page 84). Double tap the left or right corner of the page, or create from the tool bar. When you read a book in “2 Page View,” you can mark up across adjacent pages ( page 90).
Reading Books Switching screen orientation – “Orientation” In the option menu, you can switch the screen orientation from vertical to horizontal or vice versa. Once the screen orientation is switched, all menus and contents are displayed in the selected orientation. Hint You can switch the screen orientation from any of the option menus. In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Orientation.” The orientation is switched from vertical to horizontal.
Reading Books Searching for Notes from “All Notes” From “All Notes” in the “Home” menu, you can jump to a page with a bookmark, highlight, markup or comment within all contents of the Reader and memory cards. In the “Home” menu, tap “All Notes.
Reading Books Tap a note on the list. Back icon Headline ( page 98) Annotated date/Book title or Issue date/ Annotated page number Scroll bar ( page 53) Indicates type of note ( page 98) “All Notes” list To close the “All Notes” list Tap . You will return to the “Home” menu. Hint You can search for a book page congaing a note with text comment from “Search” in the option menu ( page 56). To delete note(s) In the option menu of the “All Notes” list ( page 107), tap “Delete Notes.
Reading Books Using the option menu of the “All Notes” list In the “All Notes” list, press the OPTIONS button to open the option menu. Close icon Option item Description Sort* Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Date”) ( page 52). Searches for desired notes by keyword ( page 56). Deletes the bookmarks, highlights, markups or comments of all the content stored on the Reader ( page 121). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148).
Reading Periodicals Reading Periodicals You can read automatically delivered periodicals from the “Home” menu ( page 40). Hint You can create a bookmark ( page 84) and add a comment to it ( page 93) in a newspaper in the same way you can in a book page. In the “Home” menu, Tap “Periodicals”. “New Delivery”: Most recent delivered issue is displayed.
Reading Periodicals Tap the desired periodical on the list. Back icon Periodical title Number of issue “Periodicals” list Hint Certain content appears with icons that indicate the content status. For details about the icons, refer to “Icons in the list” ( page 50). To return to the “Home” menu Tap .
Reading Periodicals Tap the desired issue on the list. Back icon Scroll bar ( page 53) Issue date Front page headline Issue list Hint Certain content appears with icons that indicate the content status. For details about the icons, refer to “Icons in the list” ( page 50). To return to the “Periodicals” list Tap . Read the issue. For details about operations on the book page, refer to “Operations on the book page” ( page 59). In the case of a newspaper, the newspaper viewer appears ( page 113).
Reading Periodicals Using the option menu of periodical lists In the “Periodicals” list, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Close icon Option item Description/ Reference page Sort Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Issue Date”) ( page 52). Switches the list display format ( page 55). Searches for a desired periodical by keyword ( page 56). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104).
Reading Periodicals In the issue list, press the OPTIONS button to open the option menu. Close icon Option item Description/ Reference page Sort Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Issue Date”) ( page 52). Switches the list display format ( page 55). Searches for a desired issue by keyword ( page 56). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Deletes issues manually ( page 121). Protects issues from being deleted unintentionally ( page 123).
Reading Periodicals Browsing Newspapers When you open a newspaper, the newspaper viewer appears. A newspaper consists of the following levels: Section: The topics and headlines of the articles belonging to the section are displayed. Article: You can read the whole content. You can navigate through a newspaper using the navigation bar at the bottom of the page. Operations on a section Navigation bar in a section “ Section”: Skips to the previous section.
Reading Periodicals Operations on an article Navigation bar in an article “ Article”: Skips to the previous article. “Section Top”: Return to the first page of the section. “Table of Contents”: Opens the list of sections. If you tap a section on the list, a list of articles appears. “Article ”: Skips to the next article. To turn a page Drag on the page, or press the < > button.
Reading Periodicals Using the option menu of the newspaper viewer In the newspaper viewer, press the OPTIONS button to open the option menu. Close icon Hint In the horizontal view or “2 Page View,” all the items will not be displayed in a single page. Tap to display the rest of the items. Option item Description/ Reference page Return to List Closes the newspaper and goes back to the issue list. Displays the page jump panel ( page 75). Navigates previously viewed pages ( page 79).
Reading Periodicals Option item Description/ Reference page Info Now Playing*2 Displays the newspaper information. Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104). Orientation *1 “Hide Notes”/“Show Notes” is displayed only when notes are present in the newspaper. *2 “Now Playing” appears only while a track is playing.
Reading Content in a Collection Reading Content in a Collection You can select a book from a collection, which is a list of books or periodicals. Purchased books, and unread books or periodicals will be automatically stored in the following default collections: “Unread Books”: books you have never read on the Reader since you purchased/transferred to the Reader or memory cards. “Unread Periodicals”: issues you have never read on the Reader since you downloaded/transferred to the Reader or memory cards.
Reading Content in a Collection Tap the desired collection on the list. Back icon “Collections” list Hint You can use the option menu of the “Collections” list. You can search for a collection using the on-screen keyboard ( page 56), or change the screen orientation ( page 104). Also, you can go to the playback screen while a track is playing ( page 148). To return to the “Home” menu Tap .
Reading Content in a Collection Tap the desired book/issue on the list. Back icon The list of selected collection To return to the “Collections” list Tap . Read the book/issue. For details about operations on the book page, refer to “Operations on the book page” ( page 59). In the case of a newspaper, the newspaper viewer appears. For details, refer to “Browsing newspapers” ( page 113).
Reading Content in a Collection Using the options menu of a collection In the list in a collection, press the OPTIONS button to open the option menu. Close icon “Unread Books” ”Purchased Books” “Unread Periodicals” Option item Description/ Reference page Sort*1 Sorts the order of the list (default setting is: “by Date” for “Unread Books” and “Purchased Books, “by Issue Date” for “Unread Periodicals” ( page 52). Switches the list display format ( page 55).
Managing Content Managing Content In the option menu of each content list, you can manage content on the Reader. Deleting content You can delete unnecessary content from the list. The following procedure explains how to delete periodical issues. Hint This option is also available in the “Books” list, “Handwriting” list, “Text Memo” list, “Audio” list and “Pictures” list. In the issue list, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Delete Issues.” The check boxes appear in the list.
Managing Content Tap the check boxes of issues you want to delete “Done.” The confirmation screen appears. Tap “Yes” to delete selected issues. Hints In the option menu of the issue list, you can set to delete old issues automatically when a specified number of issues are stored ( page 125). To delete all the issues, press the OPTIONS button in the “Delete Issues” list, then tap “Select All” “Done.” In the confirmation dialog, tap “Yes.
Managing Content Protecting content You can set desired content so as not to be deleted unintentionally. The following procedure explains how to protect periodical issues. Hint This option is also available in the “Books” list, “Handwriting” list, “Text Memo” list, “Audio” list and “Pictures” list. Note This protection feature works only on the Reader. Protected content may still be deleted via your computer. In the issue list, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Protect Issues.
Managing Content Tap “Done.” is changed into protected. and the selected issues will be Hint To protect all the issues, press the OPTIONS button in the “Protect Issues” list, then tap “Protect All” “Done.” To remove protection Tap “Done.” Hint To unprotect all the issues, press the OPTIONS button in the “Protect Issues” list, then tap “Unprotect All” “Done.
Managing Content Managing periodicals In the issue list, you can keep only recent issues and delete previous issues automatically. In the issue list, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Manage Subscription.” The management dialog appears. Tap the desired setting “Save.” Hints If you want to delete extra issues immediately, tap “Delete extra issues now.” “Save.” In the confirmation dialog, tap “Yes.
Using Application Creating Drawings You can enjoy handwritten drawing using the touch screen. In the “Home” menu, tap “Handwriting.” “Applications” tab “Handwriting” Most recent created drawings. Tap to view it.
Using Application Tap “New Drawing.” Back icon “New Drawing” Created date and time Created drawings “Handwriting” list Hints If all the items cannot be displayed in a single page, the scroll bar appears on the right side of the list. For details, refer to “About the bar” ( page 53). Certain content appears with icons that indicate the content status. For details about the icons, refer to “Icons in the list” ( page 50). Note In the “Handwriting” list, only the “Thumbnail” view is available.
Using Application Draw in the drawing area with the supplied stylus or your finger. (Pen) Close icon (Eraser) Drawing editor To erase a drawing Tap , stroke across the drawing thoroughly. To erase only a line, tap any point on the line. Tap “Done” to save the drawing. The drawing editor closes. Hint If you tap “New,” the current drawing is saved, and new drawing editor opens. Note Newly created drawings will be saved only on the internal memory.
Using Application Using the option menu of the “Handwriting” list In the “Handwriting” list, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Option item Description/Reference page Delete Drawings Protect Drawings Deletes drawings ( page 121). Protects drawings from being deleted ( page 123). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104). Now Playing* Orientation * “Now Playing” appears only while a track is playing.
Using Application Viewing created drawings Tap the drawing displayed in the “Home” menu or “Handwriting” list. To display the previous/next drawing, drag on the touch screen or press the < > buttons. Current drawing number/ Total drawing number Drawing viewer To edit a drawing In the drawing viewer, tap “Edit” to display the tool bar. Edit the drawing in the same manner as you drew it ( page 128). To delete a drawing With the drawing viewer open, press the OPTIONS button.
Using Application Using the option menu of the drawing viewer In the drawing viewer, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Option item Description/Reference page Delete Drawing Deletes currently viewed drawing ( page 130). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104). Now Playing* Orientation * “Now Playing” appears only while a track is playing. To close the option menu Tap , or press the OPTIONS button.
Using Application Creating Text Memos You can create a text memo using the on-screen keyboard. In the “Home” menu, tap “Text Memo.
Using Application Tap “New Memo.” Back icon “New Memo” Scroll bar( page 53) Created date/time Created memos “Text Memo” list Hint Certain content appears with icons that indicate the content status. For details about the icons, refer to “Icons in the list” ( page 50). Note In the “Text Memo” list, only “List” view is available. To return to the “Home” menu Tap .
Using Application Enter text in the input area using the on-screen keyboard ( page 28) Input area Close icon Text memo editor Hint The on-screen keyboard in the text memo editor has a “Return” key. You can provide a line feed using this key. To close the on-screen keyboard Tap . Tap “Done” to save the text memo. The text memo editor closes. Hint If you tap “New,” the current text memo is saved, and a new text memo editor opens.
Using Application Using the option menu of the “Text Memo” list In the “Text Memo” list, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Option item Description/Reference page Delete Memos Protect Memos Deletes memos ( page 121). Protects memos from being deleted ( page 123). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104). Now Playing* Orientation * “Now Playing” appears only while a track is playing.
Using Application Viewing text memos In the “Text memo” list, tap the desired text memo. Drag on the touch screen or press the < > buttons to display the previous/next text memo. Close icon Current memo page/ Total memo page Current text memo number of total /: The arrows become available when the memo Text memo viewer has multiple pages. To display the previous/next page of the memo, tap /. To edit a text memo In the text memo viewer, tap “Edit” to display the onscreen keyboard, then edit the text.
Using Application Using the option menu of the text memo viewer In the text memo viewer, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Option item Description/Reference page Delete Memo Deletes currently viewed memo ( page 136). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104). Now Playing* Orientation * “Now Playing” appears only while a track is playing. To close the option menu Tap , or press the OPTIONS button.
Using Application Using the Embedded Dictionary You can look up words using the English dictionaries incorporated in the Reader. Hint “New Oxford American Dictionary” (default setting) and “Oxford Dictionary of English” are available. You can change the dictionary from “Dictionary” in the “Advanced Settings” menu ( page 158). In the “Home” menu, tap “Dictionary.
Using Application Input the word using the on-screen keyboard, then tap candidate word. The definition is fully displayed in the dictionary viewer. Close icon Definition area (Keyboard) Dictionary viewer To look up other words Tap . For details about the dictionary viewer, refer to “Looking up other words” ( page 66). To return to the “Application” menu Tap . Hints In the option menu of the dictionary, you can change the screen orientation ( page 104).
Using Application Viewing Pictures You can view pictures transferred from your computer. For details about how to transfer or manage pictures, refer to “Managing content on your computer” ( page 45) or Reader Library Help. Hints For details about supported file formats refer to “Supported File Format” ( page 195). In the “Home” menu, tap “Pictures.” “Applications” tab “Pictures” “Home” menu Most recent transferred pictures. Tap to view it.
Using Application Tap the desired picture on the list. Back icon Thumbnails Picture name Transferred date “Pictures” list Hints If all the items cannot be displayed in a single page, the scroll bar appears on the right side of the list. For details, refer to “About the bar” ( page 53). Certain content appears with icons that indicate the content status. For details about the icons, refer to “Icons in the list” ( page 50). To return to the “Application” menu Tap .
Using Application Using the option menu of picture list In the “Pictures” list, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Close icon Option item Description/Reference page Sort* Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Date”) ( page 52). Switches the list display format ( page 55). Deletes pictures ( page 121). Protects pictures from being deleted unintentionally ( page 123). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148).
Using Application Operations on the picture viewer On the picture viewer, you can perform the following operations. Picture viewer Current picture number/ total picture number To display the previous/next picture Drag on the picture viewer, or press the < > button. To zoom in/out a picture You can zoom in/out a picture. On the picture viewer, press the button to display the zoom bar. For details about using the zoom bar and scrolling the magnified picture, refer to “Zooming in/out” ( page 70).
Using Application Using the option menu of the picture viewer In the picture viewer, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Close icon Option item Description/Reference page Return to List Slideshow On/ Slideshow Off Closes the picture viewer. Starts/Stops a slideshow of pictures. The “Slideshow” setting can be configured from the “Settings” menu ( page 155). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148). Switches the screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) ( page 104).
Using Application Playing Audio Files You can play back audio files transferred from your computer. For details about how to transfer or manage audio files, refer to “Managing content on your computer” ( page 45) or Reader Library Help. If you want to read books while listening to music, connect the optional headphones to the headphone jack, start playing audio files, then start reading. Hint For details about supported file formats, refer to “Supported File Format” ( page 195).
Using Application Tap the desired track on the list. Back icon Thumbnail Track title Artist name “Audio” list Hints If all the items cannot be displayed in a single page, the scroll bar appears on the right side of the list. For details, refer to “About the bar” ( page 53). Certain content appears with icons that indicate the content status. For details about the icons, refer to “Icons in the list” ( page 50).
Using Application Using the option menu of audio In the “Audio” list, press the OPTIONS button to display the options menu. Close icon Option item Description/Reference page Sort Sorts the order of the list (default setting is “by Title”) ( page 52). Switches the list display format ( page 55). Deletes tracks ( page 121). Protects tracks from being deleted unintentionally ( page 123). Takes you to the audio playback screen ( page 148).
Using Application Operations on the playback screen On the playback screen, you can perform the following operations. Picture area: Shows the cover art. Track title Artist name Album name / : Pauses/Restarts the playback. Status bar: Shows the current track/total track number, volume indicator (appears when you adjust the volume) and playback icon ( page 33). P layback progress bar: Shows the playback progress. Slider: Rewinds/Fast-forwards the track.
Using Application To stop or restart playback Tap or . To skip to the previous/next track Drag on the playback screen, or press the < > button. To rewind/fast-forward a track Drag the slider, or tap on the playback progress bar. To control the volume To adjust the volume, press the VOL-/+ button, and the volume icon will appear in the status bar ( page 33). There are 10 levels of volume adjustment (default setting is level 3). To mute the volume, press and hold the VOL-/+ button.
Using Application Using the option menu of the playback screen In the playback screen, press the OPTIONS button to display the option menu. Close icon Option item Description/Reference page Return to List Repeat Takes you to the “Audio” list. Off (default setting): Stops playback after playing all tracks. 1 Song: Plays the current track repeatedly. All Songs: Plays all tracks repeatedly. Plays all tracks in random order (default setting is “Shuffle Off”). Takes you to the last displayed book page.
Settings Changing Settings You can configure various settings from the “Settings” menu. The following procedure explains how to set the “Date and Time” setting. In the “Home” menu, tap “Settings” tab. “Settings” “Home” menu Tap the item you want to change.
Settings Tap the desired part or field to change the setting. To input a number, tap the numeric key. Back icon “Date and Time” setting screen Tap “OK” or “Yes” to confirm the setting. To cancel the operation Tap .
Settings “Settings” menu items In the “Settings” menu, you can configure the following settings. “Date and Time” Sets the date and time of the Reader. You need to configure this setting in initial settings, or after restoring the default settings using “Restore Defaults” ( page 171).
Settings “Date and Time Format” Sets the display format of date and time. Available display formats: “Date”: “Month-Day-Year” (default setting), “DayMonth-Year.” “Time”:“12 hour” (default setting) “24 hour.” “Power Management” Power management helps you to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. “On” is set by default. Power management operates as follows: After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters sleep mode automatically and battery consumption is minimized.
Settings “Wireless Standby” Wireless standby helps you to avoid unnecessary battery consumption caused by wireless communication. “On” is set by default. If you do not perform any wireless operations for more than 10 minutes, the wireless feature automatically enters standby mode. During standby mode, you can receive periodicals while minimizing the battery consumption. For details, refer to “Wireless Standby” ( page 35).
Settings “Menu Language” Sets the language of the displayed menu or messages. The following languages are available: “English” (default settings) “Français” “Deutsch” “Nederlands” “Advanced Settings” Opens the “Advanced Settings” menu. For details, refer to “Advanced Settings menu items” ( page 157). “About” Displays available space of the internal memory and memory cards, the firmware version of the Reader, legal information, End User License Agreement (EULA), etc.
Settings “Advanced Settings” menu items In the “Advanced Settings” menu, you can configure the following settings. “Device Lock” Locks the Reader by setting a password. “Off” is set by default. In “Code,” tap in the 4-digit number using the numeric keys to set the password. Once the password is set, the next time you turn on the Reader, the screen asking for the password appears. To unlock it, input the password using the numeric keys, and then tap “OK.
Settings “Keyboard” Designates the country standard keyboard. The following keyboards are available. “United States” (default settings) “United Kingdom” “French” “German” “Dutch” “Dictionary” Sets the dictionary used. Available dictionaries: “New Oxford American Dictionary” (default setting) “Oxford Dictionary of English” “Clear Keyboard History” Deletes the record of all typed words made via the onscreen keyboard.
Settings “Device Shutdown” Shuts down the Reader to minimize battery consumption. Hint You can also shut down the Reader by sliding the POWER switch and holding it for more than 3 seconds. Notes After shutdown, the Reader may take a few moments to turn on. You cannot receive periodicals by auto delivery while the Reader is shut down ( page 40).
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If the Reader does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue. Reset the Reader by pressing the RESET button with the tip of the supplied stylus, or a small pin or clip, then slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. Removing the tip from the supplied stylus Twist the tip until it is detached from the supplied stylus. To push the RESET button, use the other end of the tip that is stored in the body. Be sure to attach again after using it.
Troubleshooting Notes The bookmarks, highlights, markups, or the setting information may be deleted by resetting. The screen will not change after pressing the RESET button. Slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader again. Check the symptoms in “Troubleshooting” ( page 162). Check for information about the issue in Reader Library Help. Look for information about the issue on one of the support Web sites. http://www.sony.
Troubleshooting Power Symptom Cause/Remedy Battery cannot be charged. Charge the battery within the temperature range of 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C). Otherwise, the charging may be insufficient or may not start. The operating temperature is below 41 °F (5 °C). This is due to the battery characteristics and not a malfunction. The battery pack is discharged automatically even when not in use. It is recommended that you charge the battery again before turning on the Reader.
Troubleshooting Power (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy The Reader cannot be turned on. Moisture condensation may have occurred. Wait for a few hours and then turn on the Reader. Battery power has been fully depleted. Charge the Reader via an AC outlet ( page 22). Make sure that the battery pack is installed properly, then slide the POWER switch to ON ( page 13, 17). Screen Symptom Cause/Remedy It takes time for the display to appear.
Troubleshooting Wireless feature Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot access the Reader Store. You are out of the network coverage area. To check the wireless status, see the wireless status icon in the status bar ( page 34). You cannot find a The wireless connection may have purchased book on been interrupted while you were the Reader. downloading the book. Go to the “My Account” page in the Reader Store to re-download the book.
Troubleshooting Reading/playing/viewing contents Symptom Cause/Remedy A book cannot be read. A book with copyright protection cannot be read on any device other than the authorized one. If you never register with the Reader, go to the Reader Store and complete registration. If the book has an expiration date, confirm whether the book has already expired ( page 50). A book that has been Either the Reader, your computer, transferred from your or both may not have been computer cannot be authorized.
Troubleshooting Reading/playing/viewing contents (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Sound output is not audible Increase the volume if it is set to low. If sound is not output through headphones, make sure the headphone plug is firmly inserted in the headphone jack. Picture files that are not supported by the Reader cannot be viewed. For details on supported picture files, refer to “Support File Format” ( page 195).
Troubleshooting Connection to the computer Symptom Cause/Remedy The Reader cannot be recognized by your computer. The USB cable is not connected properly. Reconnect it. A USB hub or USB extension cable is used for the connection. Connection via an extension cable or USB hub is not guaranteed. Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. (indicating Verify that connection via USB) is displayed at the top of the Reader’s screen.
Troubleshooting Connection to the computer (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy The Reader cannot be recognized by your computer. Use the supplied USB cable. There may be a malfunction with the USB port on your computer. Connect the supplied USB cable to another port on the computer. It may take a while for the software to be recognized by the computer. Wait for a moment.
Troubleshooting Connection to the computer (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy The Reader becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer. A USB hub or USB extension cable is used for the connection. Connection via an extension cable or USB hub is not guaranteed. Connect the USB cable directly to the computer. The Reader’s battery The USB cable is not connected cannot be charged. properly. Verify and try again. Charge via an AC outlet ( page 22).
Troubleshooting Memory card Symptom Cause/Remedy Content on a Check that the memory card is memory card cannot inserted in the media slot in the be read/played/ correct direction ( page 15). viewed. Check to see that you are using a memory card that is supported by the Reader ( page 186). Clean the terminal area of the memory card gently with a soft cloth if it is dirty. Check whether the books/pictures/ tracks are transferred by Reader Library or Adobe Digital Editions.
Troubleshooting Restoring default settings You can restore all the default settings of the Reader. The default settings will be restored as shown in the table below: In the “Home” menu, tap “Settings” tab “Restore Defaults.” The “Restore Defaults” screen appears. If “Device Lock” is set to “On,” the screen asking for the password appears. Input the password, then tap “OK”( page 157). Tap “Yes” to restore default settings. To cancel the operation, tap .
Troubleshooting Uninstalling Reader Library To uninstall the supplied software from your computer, follow the procedures below. Note Before uninstalling, de-authorize your computer if it is authorized. For details on de-authorization, refer to the Reader Library Help. Uninstalling from Windows Click “Start” – “Control Panel.” Double-click “Add/Remove Programs.” *1 Click “Reader Library by Sony” in the “Currently Installed Programs” list, then click “Remove.
Other Information Updating the Reader Device Software By updating the Reader device software, you can ensure your Reader has the latest features. The latest software updates can be performed from the update menu on Reader Library from “Help” – “Check for Updates.” For details on updates, refer to the Reader Library Help or the following website. http://www.sony.
Other Information About Pre-loaded Content on the Reader Sample content is pre-installed in the Reader so that you can try them out right away. The pre-installed sample content is for the purpose of trial reading, viewing and listening. Note If you delete pre-installed sample content, you cannot restore it, and Sony will not supply any replacement content.
Other Information Precautions INFORMATION: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Other Information Radio frequency radiation exposure Information: This equipment, when used with the supplied cover (PRSA-ZC9), complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be used with any other cover, co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. If you have any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.
Other Information RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithiumion batteries.
Other Information The SAR value is determined at the highest certified power level in laboratory conditions, but the actual SAR level of the Reader while it is operating can be well below this value. This is because the Reader is designed to use the minimum power required to reach the network. Variation in SAR below the radio frequency exposure guidelines do not mean that there are variations in safety.
Other Information In order to meet RF Exposure guidelines, follow the steps of “Attaching the supplied cover PRSA-ZC9” ( page 2) before using the Reader. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF Exposure guidelines. On the battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions. Do not disassemble.
Other Information Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Since battery liquid may remain in the Reader, consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center if the battery pack has leaked. If the liquid comes in contact with your eyes, do not rub your eyes as this may lead to blindness. Wash out your eyes with clean water, and consult a doctor immediately. Also, if the liquid contacts your body or clothes, wash it off immediately; otherwise, it may cause burns or injury.
Other Information Safety information A SIM card is factory installed. If you take it out, the wireless feature becomes unavailable. Do not insert any foreign objects in the DC IN jack of the Reader. Use the supplied AC adapter (AC-S5220E) only. Do not use other AC adapter. Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the Reader with metallic objects. Do not use the AC adapter placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Other Information Remember to follow the precautions below. − Be careful not to drop the Reader into a sink or other container filled with water. − Do not use the Reader in humid locations or bad weather, such as in the rain or snow. − Do not get the Reader wet. If you touch the Reader with wet hands, or put the Reader in a damp article of clothing, the Reader may get wet and this may cause a malfunction. The touch screen is delicate and subject to cracking. Handle the Reader with care.
Other Information On heat build-up Heat may build up in the Reader while charging, or if it is used for an extended period of time. On the headphones Road safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play at a high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Other Information On the wireless feature SONY provides wireless connectivity at no additional cost to you for certain activities in connection with the content service provided by SONY. You may be charged a fee for wireless connectivity for your use of other wireless services on your product, such as web browsing, should those services be available. You will be notified of the current fees for such services through the content service.
Other Information Turn off the wireless feature outside the USA. Do not use wireless feature in other countries. Turn off the wireless feature when you are in a location in which radio communications are prohibited. When you are in such a location, you must obtain permission from the appropriate authorities before enabling the wireless feature of this device. Turn off the wireless feature in health care facilities where any regulations posted in such areas instruct you to do so.
Other Information Notes on memory cards You can use the following memory cards with the Reader. Memory Stick Duo media Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick Micro SD Card SD Card SDHC Card Notes Sony’s Memory Stick Duo media of up to 32 GB has been tested to work with the Reader. But the proper operation on all types of the Memory Stick Duo media is not guaranteed. SD card of up to 32 GB has been tested to work with the Reader; however, not all SD cards are guaranteed to work.
Other Information About Memory Stick Duo media Memory Stick Duo is a compact-size IC recording media with a large capacity. It has been designed not only for exchanging/sharing digital data among Memory Stick Duo compliant products, but also for serving as an removable external storage media that can save data. About SD card SD card complies with compact memory card standard and is commonly used as a storage media for digital still cameras.
Other Information Avoid the following to prevent data damage. Sony does not provide any guarantee for damaged data. − Remove a memory card or turn off the Reader while reading or writing data. − Operate the Reader in the location where static charge or electrical noise is present. Do not use a label other than the dedicated one in the label area. Do not use or store the Reader in a location subject: − extreme high temperature, such as in a sun-heated car. − direct sunlight.
Other Information On software Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder. In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this Reader. The software provided with this Reader cannot be used with equipment other than that which is so designated.
Other Information On cleaning Clean the case of the Reader with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses. If the case of the Reader becomes very dirty, clean it with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzene, as it may mar the finish of the case. In order not to get wet to the water, paying attention. Clean the headphone plug periodically.
Other Information Copyright Notice The contents of each book pre-loaded on this product are copyrighted works, edited with the cooperation of the publisher. Copyright laws prohibit copying the data of this product or the contents of this manual (illustrations, related documents, etc.) in whole or in part without the permission of the copyright holder. Additionally, use of the data of this product or the contents of this manual is not allowed without Sony’s permission except for personal use.
Other Information All other system names and product names appearing in this document are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. Further, the trademark TM and registered trademark ® symbols are not indicated throughout this document.
Other Information GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE This product contains the following software covered by the GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “GPL”) and/or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”). You may obtain, alter, and redistribute the source code of these software products.
Other Information For the terms and conditions concerning GPL and LGPL, please refer to below. The source code for these software products is available on Sony’s website. To download, please visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ Please note that Sony accepts no inquiries concerning the content of the source code. For details on GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, refer to “About” in the “Settings” menu.
Other Information Supported File Format The following files can be managed on Reader Library and transferred to the Reader. Book EPUB file (.epub file extension) EPUB (OPS version 2.0) supported PDF file (.pdf file extension) PDF version 1.4 or before is supported BBeB*1 (.lrf or .lrx file extension, Non-DRM) Text file (.txt file extension) RTF file (.rtf file extension) Word file (.doc or .docx file*2 extension)*3 *1 DRM-protected BBeB books are not supported.
Other Information Picture JPEG file (.jpg or .jpeg file extension) GIF file (.gif file extension)* PNG file (.png file extension) BMP file (.bmp file extension) * For an animation GIF file, only the first frame will be shown.
Other Information Specifications Model name PRS-900 Power source Rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC AC adapter (AC-S5220E) Input: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.26 A Output: 5.2 V DC, 2,000 mA USB Battery life (continuous playback) Maximum Battery: Approx. 12,000 continuous page turns when reading only * * Measured using a fully charged battery and counting consecutive ePub format page-turns at approx 1 page per sec. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns and specific device.
Other Information WWAN Supports HSPA, UMTS, EDGE and GPRS data services with two bands(850 and 1,900 MHz) Expansion slots Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot, SD card slot AC Adapter for Reader (AC-S5220E) Output: 5.2 V DC, 2,000 mA Input: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.26 A Operating/Charging temperature: 41˚F to 95˚F (5˚C to 35˚C) (temperature gradient less than 18˚F (10˚C)/hour) Dimensions: Approx. 2.7 × 1.9 × 1.0 inches (w/h/d) (Approx. 68.3 × 49.5 × 25.5 mm) Mass: Approx. 5.7 oz.
Other Information System requirements The following are requirements to use Reader Library.
Other Information Index Symbols B “Home”........................... 32 “Store”.............................. 36 “Settings”...................... 151 “Continue Reading”........ 48 “Books”........................... 48 “Periodicals”................. 108 “Collections”................. 117 “All Notes”.................... 105 “Pictures”...................... 140 “Handwriting”................ 126 “Dictionary”................... 138 “Text Memo”.................. 132 “Audio”...........................
Other Information H O Headphone jack.................. 12 “Hide Notes”..................... 100 Highlight.............................. 87 Holes for cover attachment .................................... 2, 14 “Home” menu...................... 32 On-screen keyboard........... 28 Option menu......... 51, 73, 121 OPTIONS button................ 11 “Orientation”...................... 104 I Import................................. 45 “Info”................................. 102 L Link.........................
Other Information S U SD card....................... 15, 186 “Search”........................ 56, 80 “Settings”.......................... 151 “About”......................... 156 “Date and Time”........... 153 “Date and Time Format” .................................. 154 “Menu Language”........ 156 “Page Turn Gesture”.... 155 “Power Management” .................................. 154 “Restore Defaults”........ 156 “Slideshow”.................. 155 “Time Zone”................. 153 “Wireless Standby” ......
