Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page Getting started PRS-T1 Basic Operations User Guide Adding/Getting Content Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your Reader™.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started Getting started Getting started Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Welcome! About your Reader™ Reader Features and Functions Wireless Connectivity Organizing Join a Wi-Fi® Network Battery Other Applications Charging the Reader Settings Maximizing Battery Life Other Information Turning the Power On/Off Contents list Turning the Power On/Off Parts and Controls Overview Buttons microSD Card Slot
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Basic Operations Getting started Basic Operations Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading [Home] Screen Applications and the [Home] Screen Touchscreen Operations On-Screen Keyboard Go to page top Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Adding/Getting Content Getting started Adding/Getting Content Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Adding Content Buying Books and Periodicals Adding Content Reading Go to page top Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists Getting started Browsing Content Lists Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Content Lists Browsing Content List Pages Browsing in Thumbnail View and List View Reading Using the Page Jump Panel in Content List Pages Organizing Finding Content with a Keyword Tools Other Applications Using (Menu) Items Settings Go to page top Other Information Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading Getting started Reading Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Books Opening a Book Page Navigation Reading Appearance Organizing Annotations Using the Dictionary Other Applications Finding Pages with a Keyword Settings Changing Book Page Settings Other Information Using (Menu) Items Contents list Reading Periodicals Opening a Periodical Issue Page Navigation Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporat
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing Getting started Organizing Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Organizing Your Content Deleting a Single Item Deleting Multiple Items at Once Reading Protecting a Single Item Organizing Protecting Multiple Items at Once Using Collections Other Applications Creating a Collection Settings Adding Items to a Collection Other Information Removing Items from a Collection Contents list Renaming a Collection Dele
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications Getting started Other Applications Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Google Books Downloading Public Domain Books from Google Books* Public Libraries Reading Borrowing Books from Public Libraries Organizing Web Browsing Other Applications Browsing the Web Settings Browsing Tools Downloads Other Information Multiple Windows Contents list Bookmarks and History Browser Settings Using (Menu) Items
Using (Menu) Items Audio Enjoying Audio Using (Menu) Items Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings Getting started Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Changing the Settings Changing the Settings General Settings Reading Wireless Network Settings Organizing Application Preferences Date and Time Settings Other Applications System Management Settings Initialization Other Information About Device Shutdown Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information Getting started Other Information Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips Support PC Web Site Reading Reader Device Organizing Wireless Connectivity Reading Books and Periodicals Other Applications Playing Audio Files Settings Viewing Pictures Other Information Connecting to your Computer microSD Card Contents list Precautions Safety Information Applications on the
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Contents list Getting started Contents list Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Getting started Welcome! About your Reader™ Reading Reader Features and Functions Organizing Wireless Connectivity Other Applications Join a Wi-Fi® Network Settings Battery Other Information Charging the Reader Contents list Maximizing Battery Life Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On/Off Parts and Controls Overview Buttons mic
Tools Using (Menu) Items Go to page top Reading Reading Books Opening a Book Page Navigation Appearance Annotations Using the Dictionary Finding Pages with a Keyword Changing Book Page Settings Using (Menu) Items Reading Periodicals Opening a Periodical Issue Page Navigation Go to page top Organizing Organizing Your Content Deleting a Single Item Deleting Multiple Items at Once Protecting a Single Item Protecting Multiple Items at Once Using Collections Creating a Collection Adding Items to a Collection R
Browser Settings Using (Menu) Items Purchased Content Purchased Content All Notes Finding Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals Dictionary Using the Dictionary Changing the Dictionary Listing Previously Looked-up Words Using (Menu) Items Handwriting Creating a Drawing Editing an Existing Drawing Deleting/Protecting a Drawing Capturing a Screenshot Using (Menu) Items Text Memo Creating a Text Memo Editing an Existing Memo Deleting/Protecting a Memo Using (Menu) Items Pictures Viewing Pictures Changing
Go to page top Other Information Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips Support PC Web Site Reader Device Wireless Connectivity Reading Books and Periodicals Playing Audio Files Viewing Pictures Connecting to your Computer microSD Card Precautions Safety Information Applications on the Reader About Pre-installed Sample Content Reader Disposal Reference Additional Information for Customers in the US/Canada Additional Information for Customers Outside the US/Canada Notes on microSD Cards Legal Notice Legal Not
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Welcome! > About your Reader™ Getting started About your Reader™ Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Enjoy the most natural and intuitive reading experience Sony has to offer. This is e-reading. Unplug and unwind. Wi-Fi® functionality lets you download books and periodicals directly via your Reader™. Superior touchscreen.
Changing the font size You can adjust the font size to improve legibility. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Welcome! > Reader Features and Functions Getting started Reader Features and Functions Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Shopping for books at Reader™ Store Visit Reader Store and find books that you are interested in from a large variety of titles and genres. The [Reader Store] application may be found on the [Home] screen.
Zoom in Details Adjust content view Details Search Find notes Details Find pages with a keyword Details Search content via keyword Details Jump to pages Details Dictionary Details Look up words while reading Details Look up words in a dictionary Details List previously looked-up words Details Read periodicals Details Collections Details Supplementary applications Handwriting Details Text memo Details Picture viewer Details Audio player Details Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Wireless Connectivity > Join a Wi-Fi® Network Getting started Join a Wi-Fi ® Network Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists To shop at Reader Store or connect to the internet wirelessly, set up a wireless (Wi-Fi® ) internet connection with the following steps. Reading Preparing to set up a Wi-Fi connection Organizing Before connecting to an access point, turn on [Wi-Fi] on the Reader.
There is no Wi-Fi access point. In this state, you cannot access Reader Store. The [Wi-Fi] setting is turned off. Choosing a connection type Depending on your Wi-Fi environment, connect to an access point via one of the following methods. The following questions will determine the most suitable case for setting the Reader’s Wi-Fi network connection.
Case C Connecting to a Wi-Fi router without WPS support Details Case D Connecting to an available Wi-Fi network Details Manual setup Set up a Wi-Fi network connection manually; connect to an access point for which the SSID is set to be invisible. See Details. Case A: A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with WPS button The Reader is compatible with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), which lets you easily make a Wi-Fi connection using the “WPS” or “Connect” button on your WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router.
The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details. For more technical notes, see Details. Case B: A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with PIN input If your WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router does not support push-button configuration, connect by using a PIN (Personal Identification Number). Make sure to turn on [Wi-Fi] and tap [Wi-Fi Settings] on the [Wireless Network Settings] screen. Alternatively, you can turn on [Wi-Fi] by tapping the status bar and tapping [Wi-Fi Settings]. 1.
Item Description Network SSID Security type Page indicator Page turn icon Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects an unsecured network. Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects a secured network. The Wi-Fi router to which you want to connect requires a password. A password may also be called a WEP key/WPA key/encryption key/network key, etc. 2. Tap your Wi-Fi router’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list.
Item Description Network SSID Security type Page indicator Page turn icon Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects an unsecured network. Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects a secured network. The Wi-Fi router to which you want to connect requires a password. A password may also be called a WEP key/WPA key/encryption key/network key, etc. 2. Tap your Wi-Fi router’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list. 3.
2. Tap [Manual Registration]. 3. Tap the [SSID] input area and type in using the on-screen keyboard. 4. Tap the [Security Method] menu (the default value is [Open]), and then tap the supported security type. 5. Tap the [Password] input area and type in your password using the on-screen keyboard, and then tap [OK] [Save]. 6. Tap the saved network SSID in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list on the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen. 7.
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Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Battery > Charging the Reader Getting started Charging the Reader Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading The charge/battery status icon at the right side of the status bar shows the battery level. See Details. If it is low, choose one of the methods in the following sections to charge the Reader.
Method Data transfer mode Description You can install the Reader software, or transfer files from your computer to the Reader while charging. The Reader cannot be operated. After the USB storage screen is displayed on the Reader, it is detected on your computer, and the “READER” and “SETTING” drives appear on your computer. icon* turns into the icon, charging is complete. When the When charging is complete, disconnect the USB cable from the Reader and your computer.
Icon Description Four bars indicate a fully charged or almost-fully charged battery. The number of bars decreases with the battery’s charge. Zero bars indicate that the battery has almost no remaining charge. The battery is fully charged. The battery is charging.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Battery > Maximizing Battery Life Getting started Maximizing Battery Life Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications There are many ways to conserve battery power. To extend battery life: If you have no plans to use the Reader, completely power off the Reader. Do not leave the Reader with the battery depleted for a prolonged period of time. Battery capacity may be affected.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Turning the Power On/Off > Turning the Power On/Off Getting started Turning the Power On/Off Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications (Power) button Settings Charge/Busy indicator Other Information Contents list Turning on the power 1. Press the (Power) button.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Parts and Controls > Overview Getting started Overview Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content This section describes the features and controls of the Reader.
Charge/Busy indicator (Power) button Headphone jack Micro USB connector RESET button microSD card slot Supplied accessories USB cable × 1 Stylus × 1 Use the stylus for drawing and tapping on the touchscreen.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Parts and Controls > Buttons Getting started Buttons Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists (Power) Turns the Reader on/off, and sets it to sleep mode. See Details. Reading Organizing < > (Page turn) Other Applications When reading a book or periodical: Press either button to turn the page back or forward, respectively. Press and hold either button to turn pages continuously.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Getting started > Parts and Controls > microSD Card Slot Getting started microSD Card Slot Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing The microSD card slot is located on the lower-right side of the back of the Reader. Hold the microSD card with the contacts facing down and the arrow pointing toward the microSD card slot, and then insert it until it clicks into place.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Basic Operations > [Home] Screen > Applications and the [Home] Screen Getting started Applications and the [Home] Screen Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Press the (Home) button to display the [Home] screen. The [Home] screen has the following applications. Applications appear on the first and second page of the [Home] screen. The displayed icons may vary depending on the country/region setting.
[Collections] Lists preset and user-created collections. See Details. [Public Library]* Helps you find public libraries where you can borrow books for the Reader. See Details. [Google Books]* Takes you to Google Books. See Details. [Browser] Launches the Web browser. See Details. [Purchased Content]* Takes you to [My Account] at Reader Store for downloading your purchased books and periodicals. See Details. [All Notes] Lists the bookmarks/annotations made on the books and periodicals.
Note Depending on the situation, not all icons will be displayed at once. Tip When you press the (Menu) button from the [Home] screen, the time is displayed at the left side of the status bar for approximately 5 seconds. Notification window Tapping on the status bar reveals the notification window, which contains network-related items and other current operations. Item Description Turn [Wi-Fi] on/off. See Details. Go to the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Basic Operations > [Home] Screen > Touchscreen Operations Getting started Touchscreen Operations Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing The touchscreen recognizes the following gestures. You can also use the supplied stylus for more precise touchscreen operation. Operation with the stylus makes it easier to select small items or specific areas of text.
Swipe Slide your finger gently and swiftly on the touchscreen to turn the page; you can turn the page forward by swiping to the left, or backward by swiping to the right. You can also navigate pages of content lists. Swipe and hold To turn multiple pages continuously, swipe and hold your finger on the screen. Release your finger to stop. Pinch Pinch your fingers in or out to zoom in or out of the current page or image. Note To exit zoom mode, press the (Back) button.
repositioned after you release your finger.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Basic Operations > [Home] Screen > On-Screen Keyboard Getting started On-Screen Keyboard Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The on-screen keyboard is used when you need to type. If the keyboard does not automatically appear, tap the input area on the screen.
Switch the keyboard type Tap [?123] to display the symbol keyboard. Tap [ALT] to switch to additional characters. Tap [ABC] to return to the alphabetical keys. Capitalize a single Tap letter . Tap and hold to activate caps lock. To cancel, tap again. Enter a space Tap the space key. Enter a previously registered word A list of words you registered to the keyboard history* displayed next to the current word input box. Tap the desired word to enter it.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Adding/Getting Content > Adding Content > Buying Books and Periodicals Getting started Buying Books and Periodicals Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Getting books and periodicals at Reader Store* * Available in certain countries/regions only. Reading Download new releases and bestsellers at Reader Store. Purchased content will be downloaded to the Reader directory. Organizing 1.
method [Store Home] Go to the top page of Reader Store. [My Account] View your purchase history and re-download purchased content. [Refresh / Stop] Updates the content displayed on the Reader Store page, or stops loading the page. [Forward] Advances to a previously viewed page. [Continue Reading] Closes the [Reader Store] application and returns to the last read page of your last read book. [More] Displays more option items. [Help and Support] Jumps to the FAQ page of Reader Store.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Adding/Getting Content > Adding Content > Adding Content Getting started Adding Content Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Transferring content via the Reader software Organizing You can use the Reader software to transfer books, audio and pictures to the Reader. You will need to install the Reader software and organize content on your computer in advance.
before disconnecting the USB cable from the Reader and your computer. After a short time, the [Home] screen will appear. Content will be sent to its corresponding application based on the file format of the content. Personal documents other than pictures and audio files will be sent to the [Books] application. Note Content transferred via drag-and-drop may not be displayable on the Reader, or thumbnails of the content may not be properly displayed on the Reader.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists > Content Lists > Browsing Content List Pages Getting started Browsing Content List Pages Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing The Reader organizes content by content type and file format using applications.
The item has not been opened.* The item has expired.* See Details. The item expires in the given number of days.* See Details. * This icon is displayed for books/periodicals only. Navigation Navigation method Description Page indicator Display the page jump panel. See Details. Page navigation icon or the < (Previous) button View the previous page or item. Page navigation icon or the > (Next) button View the next page or item.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists > Content Lists > Browsing in Thumbnail View and List View Getting started Browsing in Thumbnail View and List View Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Content can be displayed as individual thumbnails or in a list. The following instructions use the [Books] application as an example. Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Thumbnail view icon List view icon 1.
List view 1. Press the the (Home) button (Menu) button tap [Books] or [Periodicals] (List view) press tap [Title (2 Line View)]. Titles are displayed on two lines. To revert to the one-line view, repeat Step 1 and tap [Title (1 Line View)].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists > Content Lists > Using the Page Jump Panel in Content List Pages Getting started Basic Operations Using the Page Jump Panel in Content List Pages Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Content list pages can be turned conveniently via the page jump panel. Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Page jump bar Page skip icon To use the page jump bar 1.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists > Content Lists > Finding Content with a Keyword Getting started Finding Content with a Keyword Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can find a specific item quickly with a keyword search. You can locate a book or author of a book on the Reader via the [Books] application, or search for annotations via the [All Notes] application, etc.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists > Content Lists > Tools Getting started Tools Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of the tools available on each application’s content list page. Not all tools are available in each application. Reading Tool icon Organizing Description Changes the view between the thumbnail view and the list view. See Details. Other Applications Settings Changes the sort order.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Browsing Content Lists > Content Lists > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Below is a list of option items available when you press the application’s content list page. Not all options are available in each application. (Menu) button on each Option Description Other Applications [Add to Collection] Adds one or more books to a collection.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Opening a Book Getting started Opening a Book Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content 1. Press the Browsing Content Lists Reading (Home) button tap [Books]. The [Books] content list opens. See Details. 2. Tap a book. The book opens. You can also open a book by tapping and holding the book you want to open. To navigate within a book, see Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Page Navigation Getting started Page Navigation Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content There are several ways to navigate through books.
Using the paging bar Paging bar Slider Tap on a point on the paging bar to jump to a page that corresponds with that point. Tap and drag the slider. To close the page navigation panel, press the (Back) button. Using [Table of Contents] 1. Tap [Table of Contents]. To return to the book page, press the (Back) button. 2. Tap to open the selected chapter or section. Using [Enter Page #] 1. Tap [Enter Page #] to enter the page number with the on-screen numeric keyboard, and tap [OK].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Appearance Getting started Appearance Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Changing the orientation You can view books or periodicals in either portrait or landscape mode. Reading 1. When viewing a book or periodical, press the Organizing (Menu) button tap [More] [Orientation]. The screen orientation changes.
Press the (Back) button when done. The book or periodical will be updated to apply the specified font and font size. Note The font size and font of some content with embedded fonts may not change. When you select other than the [Original] font, performance may be slightly lower when opening books or turning pages. When you select other than the [Original] font, boldface/italics/italicized boldface may not be displayed correctly.
Option Description [Original] Set to the default view. [2-Column Split] Splits the page into two columns and two rows. [3-Column Split] Splits the page into three columns and two rows. [Fit Landscape Width] Displays the page fit to landscape view. Note In order to attach a handwritten note, the page mode needs to be restored to [Original]. Cropping a page You can crop the page margins to create a wider viewing area. This is convenient for viewing pages that have large margins.
reading. The setting applies only to the currently open book. 1. When viewing a book, press the (Menu) button tap [Customize View] View]. 2. Choose from one of the following options. Option Description [Original] Displays the page in the original quality. [Saturated] [Details] Improves readability by emphasizing contrast. Backlight compensation; brings up details in a dark area. [Brighter] Increases the brightness. [Darker] Decreases the brightness. Create a custom setting. Tap (Brightness).
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Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Annotations Getting started Annotations Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Bookmarking a page You can bookmark a page and take a note so that you will remember what the bookmark is for. Reading 1. Tap the top right corner of the page. Organizing Tip Other Applications To search, sort and view all annotations across all books and periodicals, use the [All Notes] application. See Details.
Removing a bookmark 1. Tap the bookmark. Tip This will remove the bookmark and any note attached to it. To delete only a note, tap and hold the icon and tap [Delete] [Yes]. To delete all bookmarks in the current book/periodical, press the (Menu) button tap [Notes]. See Details. To delete annotations across all books and periodicals, use the [All Notes] application. See Details. Highlighting words on a page You can highlight words and take notes. 1.
To cancel adding notes, tap [Cancel]. The icon appears at the beginning of the highlight, indicating that a note is attached. Editing notes on a highlight 1. Tap and hold at the beginning of the highlight. The pop-up menu appears. 2. Tap [Edit Note]. The on-screen keyboard or the drawing pad opens. 3. Edit the note. 4. Tap [Save]. The notepad or the drawing pad closes, returning to the viewer. Removing highlights 1. Tap and hold at the beginning of the highlight. The pop-up menu appears. 2.
try not to handwrite or draw too quickly. this functionality is not designed for very detailed drawings or for writing small characters. To delete a drawn line Tap (Erase) and drag across the drawn line. Press the (Back) button when you are done to continue reading. Tip To delete all annotations in the current book/periodical, press the (Menu) button tap [Notes]. See Details. To delete annotations across all books and periodicals, use the [All Notes] application. See Details.
Headline (the highlighted text, the text note, the beginning text of the bookmarked page, or the beginning text of the page with the handwritten note) Page number of the note (Back) button to return to the book. Press the 2. Tap a note in the list. The page containing the selected note is displayed. Note icons Bookmark only Bookmark with text notes Bookmark with handwritten notes Handwritten note on a page Highlight only Highlight with text notes Highlight with handwritten notes Filtering 1.
The view shows notes that satisfy the search criteria. Press the (Back) button to return to the [Notes] list. Note If you apply a filter before searching, the search will be performed only on the filtered items. To delete annotations 1. Press the (Menu) button tap [Delete Notes]. See Details. To delete all annotations 1. Press the (Menu) button [Select All] Using tap [Delete Notes] press the (Menu) button tap [Yes].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Using the Dictionary Getting started Using the Dictionary Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing The Reader has built-in dictionaries to assist you with looking up the definition of a word on a page. You can choose one of several bilingual dictionaries to use. See Details. Only the dictionaries included on the Reader can be used. New dictionaries cannot be installed or added. 1.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Finding Pages with a Keyword Getting started Finding Pages with a Keyword Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can find pages that contain specific words using a keyword search. 1. Tap and hold a word, and tap [Search] in the pop-up menu. Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list 2. A page that includes the keyword for which you searched is displayed.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Changing Book Page Settings Getting started Changing Book Page Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading The following settings are available for the current book or periodical issue you are reading. 1. When viewing a book or periodical, press the (Menu) button tap [More] [Settings]. 2. Choose from one of the following options.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Books > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the book/periodical viewer. (Menu) button from the Reading Organizing Option Description Other Applications [Navigate Page] Selects a method for navigating through a book. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Periodicals > Opening a Periodical Issue Getting started Opening a Periodical Issue Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Newspapers and magazines that you have purchased at Reader Store are downloaded to [Periodicals] on the [Home] screen. 1. Press the Reading (Home) button tap [Periodicals]. The periodicals content list opens. Organizing 2. Tap a periodical title. The issues list opens.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Reading > Reading Periodicals > Page Navigation Getting started Page Navigation Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can add bookmarks and notes to a page in the same manner as books. See Details. For the option items that appear when you press the (Menu) button, see Details. Periodicals also feature the navigation bar, which helps redirect you to sections of a periodical.
Changing Periodical Page Settings See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Organizing Your Content > Deleting a Single Item Getting started Deleting a Single Item Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can delete individual items. The following instructions use the [Books] application as an example; this feature is also available in other applications. 1. Press the Organizing (Home) button tap [Books]. 2. Tap and hold an item. The option items appear.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Organizing Your Content > Deleting Multiple Items at Once Getting started Deleting Multiple Items at Once Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can delete multiple items at once. This is convenient for clearing up space on the Reader. The following instructions use the [Books] application as an example; this feature is also available in other applications. 1. Press the (Home) button 2.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Organizing Your Content > Protecting a Single Item Getting started Protecting a Single Item Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can protect an item so that you will not delete it accidentally. The following instructions use the [Books] application as an example; this feature is also available in other applications. 1. Press the Organizing (Home) button tap [Books]. 2. Tap and hold an item.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Organizing Your Content > Protecting Multiple Items at Once Getting started Protecting Multiple Items at Once Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can protect one or more items at once. The following instructions use the [Books] application as an example; this feature is also available in other applications. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Books]. 2. Press the (Menu) button tap [Protect Books].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Using Collections > Creating a Collection Getting started Creating a Collection Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing A collection is a custom set of books and other items that you create from items on the Reader. It is a unique and convenient way to organize your items.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Using Collections > Adding Items to a Collection Getting started Adding Items to a Collection Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content You can add items to existing collections. Browsing Content Lists Reading From the [Collections] application Organizing 1. Press the Other Applications 2. Tap a collection that you have created. Settings 3. Press the (Home) button (Menu) button tap [Collections].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Using Collections > Removing Items from a Collection Getting started Removing Items from a Collection Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can remove one or more items from a collection that you have created. 1. Press the Reading press the (Home) button tap [Collections] (Menu) button tap [Remove Content].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Using Collections > Renaming a Collection Getting started Renaming a Collection Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can change the name of a collection. 1. Press the press the (Home) button (Menu) button tap [Collections] tap a collection that you have created tap [Rename Collection]. You can also tap and hold a collection that you have created Organizing tap [Rename]. 2.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Using Collections > Deleting a Collection Getting started Deleting a Collection Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can delete a collection that you have created. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Collections] press the [Delete Collections]. You can also tap and hold a collection that you have created Organizing Other Applications 2. Tap the collection to be deleted.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Organizing > Using Collections > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the list. (Menu) button from a collection Reading Option Organizing Description [Delete Collections] Deletes collections that you created. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Google Books > Downloading Public Domain Books from Google Books* Getting started Basic Operations Downloading Public Domain Books from Google Books* Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists * Available in certain countries/regions only. You can choose from thousands of free public domain books from Google. Reading Note You must have a Reader Store account to use Google Books. See Details. Organizing Other Applications 1.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Public Libraries > Borrowing Books from Public Libraries Getting started Borrowing Books from Public Libraries Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Many public libraries (available in certain countries/regions only) offer digital library services so that you can borrow books for the Reader with your library card.* You can download them directly to the Reader.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Browsing the Web Getting started Browsing the Web Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The Reader has a Web browser that enables you to visit Web sites and download files and images directly to it. 1. Make sure that Wi-Fi is set up and turned on. Reading 2. Press the Organizing (Home) button tap [Browser]. 3. Navigate to a Web site.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Browsing Tools Getting started Browsing Tools Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Zooming in While in zoom mode, the zoom bar is shown at the bottom-right of the screen. Pinch out to zoom in. Pinch in to zoom out. Double-tap to fit the page to the window size. To exit zoom mode, press the (Back) button.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Downloads Getting started Downloads Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content When you click a download link, the item will be downloaded onto the Reader.* Browsing Content Lists You can view the download history by pressing the Reading [Downloads]. (Menu) button tap [More] * Only supported file types can be downloaded. For supported file types, see Details.
[Pictures] or [Audio], depending on the file type. 1. When viewing a Web page, press the You can also tap the status bar (Menu) button tap [More] [Downloads]. tap the item currently downloading under [Notification]. 2. Tap a downloaded file, or tap and hold an item tap [Open]. The Reader opens the file in the appropriate application. To return to the Web page, press the (Back) button. Deleting a downloaded file You can delete downloaded files. 1. When viewing a Web page, press the 2.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Multiple Windows Getting started Multiple Windows Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Opening a new window 1. When viewing a Web page, press the Reading (Menu) button [More] [Windows] [New Window]. A maximum of 3 windows can be open at one time. If [New Window] is not displayed, tap [Close] in the Window list.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Bookmarks and History Getting started Bookmarks and History Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Bookmarking a Web site You can bookmark your favorite Web sites so that you can return to them quickly. Reading 1. Visit the Web site that you wish to bookmark. Organizing 2.
Opening a previously visited Web site You can view a list of Web sites that you have previously visited. 1. When viewing a Web page, tap next to the URL box. 2. Tap [History]. A list of sites that you have previously visited opens. 3. Tap an item to open it in the browser. Deleting browsing history items You can remove entries from the browsing history. 1. When viewing a Web page, tap next to the URL box. 2. Tap [History]. A list of sites that you have previously visited opens. 3.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Browser Settings Getting started Browser Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can change the following browser settings to your preference. When viewing a Web page, press the (Menu) button and tap [More] [Settings] to change the settings. Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Setting Description [Default Zoom] The default zoom ratio. Set to “Medium” by default.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Web Browsing > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the window. (Menu) button from a browser Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Option Description [Browse Home] Displays the home page. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Purchased Content > Purchased Content Getting started Purchased Content Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content You can view and download content that you have purchased from Reader Store. Browsing Content Lists 1. Configure Wi-Fi settings of the Reader to access Reader Store. See Details. Reading 2. Press the (Home) button tap [Purchased Content]. Sign in with your Reader Store e-mail address and password if prompted.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > All Notes > Finding Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals Getting started Basic Operations Finding Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing You can use [All Notes] to find annotations across all books and periodicals. The application stores all annotations including bookmarks, highlights and drawings that you have added on pages.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Dictionary > Using the Dictionary Getting started Using the Dictionary Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can choose one of several embedded dictionaries to use. Only the dictionaries included on the Reader can be used. New dictionaries cannot be installed or added. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Dictionary]. Organizing 2.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Dictionary > Changing the Dictionary Getting started Changing the Dictionary Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can choose a different dictionary. The dictionary can also be changed as you look up a word. Reading 1. Press the Organizing 2. Tap one of the dictionaries. (Menu) button tap [Change Dictionary]. 3.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Dictionary > Listing Previously Looked-up Words Getting started Listing Previously Looked-up Words Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can view a list of words that you have previously looked up in the selected dictionary. 1. When a dictionary is open, press the (Menu) button tap [Word Logs: Dictionary]. A list of words that you have previously looked up opens. Reading 2.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Dictionary > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the viewer.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Handwriting > Creating a Drawing Getting started Creating a Drawing Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can use the [Handwriting] application to create a drawing. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Handwriting]. Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Create a new drawing. at the upper-right corner of the screen. 2. Tap The canvas opens. 3.
try not to draw too quickly. this functionality is not designed for very detailed drawings or for writing small characters. Tip If you tap [New] while creating a drawing, the current drawing is saved, and a new canvas opens. These drawings will be saved only in the internal memory.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Handwriting > Editing an Existing Drawing Getting started Editing an Existing Drawing Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Handwriting] tap the drawing that you wish to edit. 2. Edit the drawing. You can use the supplied stylus or your finger. Organizing To erase a line, tap Other Applications (Erase) tap or stroke a part of the line. 3. Tap [Save].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Handwriting > Deleting/Protecting a Drawing Getting started Deleting/Protecting a Drawing Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing You can delete or protect drawings. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Handwriting]. 2. Press the (Menu) button tap [Delete Drawings] or [Protect Drawings]. To delete drawings, see Details. You can also delete a drawing after step 1 by tapping and holding it.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Handwriting > Capturing a Screenshot Getting started Capturing a Screenshot Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing The Reader allows you to capture a screenshot of a drawing and store the image as a picture file. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Handwriting] 2. Press the (Menu) button tap [Capture Screenshot] tap a drawing. [OK].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Handwriting > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the [Handwriting] content list. (Menu) button from the Reading Organizing Other Applications Option Description [Delete Drawings] Deletes one or more drawings from the Reader. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Text Memo > Creating a Text Memo Getting started Creating a Text Memo Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists You can use the [Text Memo] application to create a memo. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Text Memo]. Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Create a new memo. at the upper-right corner of the screen. 2. Tap A notepad opens. 3.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Text Memo > Editing an Existing Memo Getting started Editing an Existing Memo Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Text Memo] tap the memo that you wish to edit. 2. Tap [Edit]. The on-screen keyboard opens. Edit the memo using the on-screen keyboard. Organizing Other Applications 3. Tap [Save].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Text Memo > Deleting/Protecting a Memo Getting started Deleting/Protecting a Memo Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing You can delete or protect one or more memos. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Text Memo]. 2. Press the (Menu) button tap [Delete Memos] or [Protect Memos]. To delete memos, see Details. You can also delete a memo after step 1 by tapping and holding it. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Text Memo > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the Memo] content list. (Menu) button from the [Text Reading Organizing Other Applications Option Description [Delete Memos] Deletes one or more text memos from the Reader. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Pictures > Viewing Pictures Getting started Viewing Pictures Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing You can use the [Pictures] application to view pictures one by one or as a slideshow. You can also select the picture of your choice for the Reader’s standby screen. For details on setting pictures to the standby screen, see Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Pictures > Changing the Orientation Getting started Changing the Orientation Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading You can adjust the view to either portrait or landscape. 1. Press the 2. Tap a picture Organizing (Home) button press the tap (Menu) button [Pictures]. tap [Orientation]. The orientation switches between landscape and portrait mode.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Pictures > Zooming in on a Picture Getting started Zooming in on a Picture Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing You can zoom in on pictures for easier visibility. The viewer shows the zoom bar and viewing position indicator while in zoom mode. Pinch out to zoom in. Pinch in to zoom out. You can drag on the screen to move the viewing position. To exit zoom mode, press the (Back) button.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Pictures > Viewing Pictures in a Slideshow Getting started Viewing Pictures in a Slideshow Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The slideshow displays pictures one by one in the current sort order. You can also specify the display interval. Reading 1. Press the Organizing 2. Tap a picture (Home) button press the tap (Menu) button [Pictures]. tap [Slideshow].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Pictures > Deleting Pictures Getting started Deleting Pictures Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing You can delete one or more pictures. 1. Press the (Home) button tap [Pictures]. 2. Press the (Menu) button tap [Delete Pictures]. To delete pictures, see Details. You can also delete a picture by tapping and holding it. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Pictures > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the content list. (Menu) button from the [Pictures] Reading Option Organizing Description [Delete Pictures] Deletes one or more pictures from the Reader. See Details. Other Applications [Settings] Changes the slideshow interval.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Audio > Enjoying Audio Getting started Enjoying Audio Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing The Reader has an audio player so that you can enjoy listening to music while reading. For details on transferring audio to the Reader, see Details. For details on supported file types, see Details. Playing audio Other Applications 1. Press the Settings (Home) button tap [Audio].
Cover art Tap to enable shuffle playback. Shuffle Tap to disable repeat play/repeat all songs in the album/repeat the current song. Repeat to pause. Tap Tap to play. Audio Tap to skip to the beginning of the previous audio file (or the controls beginning of the current file if you tap more than 3 seconds into the track). Tap to skip to the beginning of the next audio file. Position Tap on a point on the bar or tap and drag the slider to adjust the playback position.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Applications > Audio > Using (Menu) Items Getting started Using Basic Operations (Menu) Items Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Below is a list of option items available when you press the track list. (Menu) button from the [Audio] Reading Option Organizing Description [Delete Audio] Deletes one or more tracks from the Reader. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > Changing the Settings Getting started Changing the Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The [Settings] application allows you to personalize the Reader, set the date and time, configure the Wi-Fi connection, and change the standby screen and other Reader settings.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > General Settings Getting started General Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Setting Reading Description Organizing [Page Turn Sets the swipe direction for turning pages. Preference] Other Applications [Menu Language] Sets the menu language. Settings [Keyboard] Sets the on-screen keyboard layout. [Country / Region] Sets the country/region.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > Wireless Network Settings Getting started Wireless Network Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Setting Description [Wi-Fi] Turn Wi-Fi on/off. See Details. Wireless standby helps avoid unnecessary battery consumption caused by wireless communication.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > Application Preferences Getting started Application Preferences Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Setting Description [Books / Periodicals] Sets preferences for all books/periodicals. You can adjust the default font size. [Dictionary] Specifies the default dictionary. [Pictures] Sets the slideshow interval.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > Date and Time Settings Getting started Date and Time Settings Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Setting Description [Date] Sets the date. Organizing [Time] Sets the time. Other Applications [Date Format] Sets the date format. Reading [24-Hour Format] Check to display time in 24 hour-format. Settings [Time Zone] Sets the time zone.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > System Management Getting started System Management Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Setting Description Reading Sets a 4-digit PIN for the Reader to prevent unauthorized use. To set [Device Lock] to [On], input your 4-digit PIN tap [Continue] to enter it Organizing tap [OK].
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > Initialization Getting started Initialization Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Setting Description [Restore Defaults] Restores the default Reader settings. [Clear Keyboard Deletes words registered to the on-screen keyboard history.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > About Getting started About Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Setting Description [Device Information] Displays the device details including the memory capacity, Adobe DRM authorization and MAC address in use. [Legal Information] Displays trademark and copyright information.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Settings > Changing the Settings > Device Shutdown Getting started Device Shutdown Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Enables you to shut down (turn off) the Reader, instead of leaving it in sleep mode.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting Tips Getting started Troubleshooting Tips Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Troubleshooting tips may help you quickly resolve technical issues. Browsing Content Lists 1. Charge the Reader completely. Reading 2. Reset the Reader. Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list Press the RESET button with a small pin or clip.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Support PC Web Site Getting started Support PC Web Site Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list For comprehensive support and troubleshooting information, visit the support PC Web site. Support PC Web USA: http://www.sony.com/readersupport Canada: http://www.sony.ca/readersupport Europe: http://support.sony-europe.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Reader Device Getting started Reader Device Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Power On/Off Reading The Reader cannot turn on. Organizing The Reader cannot be operated if connected to your computer and set to data transfer mode. Use the safely remove hardware function of your computer, and then disconnect the USB cable from the Reader.
stable and continuous power supply while charging the Reader. If your computer enters sleep mode while the Reader is connected and charging, the Reader battery’s charge will gradually drain, the Reader will shut down and the Reader’s battery will not charge. In this case, disconnect the USB cable from the Reader, wake the computer from sleep mode, and then reconnect the USB cable to the Reader. Your computer may not be supplying sufficient power.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Wireless Connectivity Getting started Wireless Connectivity Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reader Store Reader Store provides comprehensive support information. For Reader Store support, press the Reading (Home) menu Organizing tap the [Reader Store] application press the (Menu) button tap [Help and Support]. Other Applications Cannot connect to the store.
Obstacles such as walls, metal or concrete between the Reader and an access point may adversely affect the connection. Try moving the Reader to a different location and scan again. There is other equipment nearby using the 2.4 GHz frequency band (such as a cordless phone, a microwave oven, or Bluetooth computer equipment). Move the equipment away or turn it off. The Wi-Fi network service is temporarily not available or degraded. Check with the network administrator for the status.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Reading Books and Periodicals Getting started Reading Books and Periodicals Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Cannot open a book. The book may have expired. Check the expiration for the borrowed book. Reading You must be the account holder who purchased the book to read it.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Playing Audio Files Getting started Playing Audio Files Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Thumbnail of an album is not displayed. An album or an audio file with cover art information can only display its thumbnail in the album list. Reading Organizing Other Applications Cannot play audio. Settings The audio may be in an unsupported file type.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Viewing Pictures Getting started Viewing Pictures Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Cannot view a picture. The picture may be in an unsupported file type. For details on supported file types, see Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > Connecting to your Computer Getting started Connecting to your Computer Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The computer does not detect the Reader. After connecting the Reader to your computer via the USB cable, you must set the Reader to data transfer mode. See Details. Reading Organizing It may take a while for the computer to detect the Reader.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Troubleshooting > microSD Card Getting started microSD Card Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The Reader does not detect the microSD card, or cannot open an item stored on the microSD card. Reading If you have formatted the microSD card on the computer, the Reader may not be able to display transferred content. Use the Reader to format the microSD card. See Details.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > Safety Information Getting started Safety Information Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Protected content Protected content is limited to personal use only. Use of the content beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders.
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. Charging the Reader Heat may build up in the Reader while charging, or if it is used for an extended period of time. Use the supplied USB cable or the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC10/PRSA-AC1A, sold separately) only.
blurred or uneven, and the Reader may become damaged. When using the Reader in a cold environment, thin lines may appear on the touchscreen. This is not a malfunction. The outside cover of the touchscreen is made of glass. This glass could break if the Reader is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. It could also be damaged by scratching and abrasion while being carried in a bag. If you are concerned about damages to the touchscreen, you can use a protective case (sold separately).
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > Applications on the Reader Getting started Applications on the Reader Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Disclaimer: 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.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > About Pre-installed Sample Content Getting started About Pre-installed Sample Content Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading 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.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > Reader Disposal Reference Getting started Reader Disposal Reference Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists The built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the battery yourself; consult Sony Support Center.
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > Additional Information for Customers in the US/Canada Getting started Basic Operations Additional Information for Customers in the US/Canada Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list FCC Compliance Statement For United States customers. Not applicable in Canada, including in the province of Quebec.
using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > Additional Information for Customers Outside the US/Canada Getting started Basic Operations Additional Information for Customers Outside the US/Canada Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading The following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
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Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Precautions > Notes on microSD Cards Getting started Notes on microSD Cards Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications SD cards are made to standards and are commonly used as storage media for portable devices. microSD and microSDHC cards are members of the SD card family. The Reader supports the following card types.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Legal Notice > Legal Notice Getting started Legal Notice Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists 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.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Appendix > Specifications Getting started Specifications Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Model name PRS-T1 Reading Organizing Power source Other Applications Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC, 1000mAh USB powered from a computer or the optional AC Adapter PRSA-AC10/PRSA-AC1A (sold separately) via the supplied USB cable.
Wireless standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n compliant Wireless security: WEP (Open System), WEP (Shared Key), WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (AES) Expansion slots microSD card slot See Details for supported card types and precautions.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Appendix > Supported File Types Getting started Supported File Types Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading The following files can be managed on the Reader software and transferred to the Reader device. However, depending on the file size and format, it may not be possible to view/display/play some data. Organizing Books Other Applications Settings Other Information Contents list EPUB files (.
Reader™ User Guide Search Search Print Top page > Other Information > Appendix > System Requirements Getting started System Requirements Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content The Reader software will work with the following operating systems.