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User’s Guide
PRS-900
Digital Book Reader
©2009 Sony Corporation 4-174-983-14(1)
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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. Attaching the supplied
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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 ...................................................
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Getting Content .............................................................. 34 Accessing the Reader Store ...................................................... 4 Accessing the Reader Store via wireless network ..................... 4 Using the Reader Store ............................................................. 7 Accessing the Reader Store via Reader Library ........................ 41 Installing Reader Library ............................................................41 Accessin
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Adding a comment .....................................................................9 Selecting a note – “Create/Edit Notes” .......................................97 Hiding notes – “Hide Notes” .....................................................100 Deleting a book – “Delete Book” ..............................................101 Displaying book information – “Info” .........................................10 Reading in adjacent pages – “ Page View” ............................10 Switchi
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Using Application ......................................................... 126 Creating Drawings ................................................................... 1 6 Using the option menu of the “Handwriting” list .......................1 9 Viewing created drawings ........................................................1 0 Using the option menu of the drawing viewer ..........................1 1 Creating Text Memos ............................................................... 1 Usi
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Troubleshooting ............................................................ 160 Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 160 Restoring default settings ........................................................171 Uninstalling Reader Library ...................................................... 17 Other Information ......................................................... 173 Updating the Reader Device Software ....................................
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Introduction 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 4) With a G 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.” Auto delivery ( page 40) If you subscribe to periodicals
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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.” Continued 9
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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. Looking up a word in the dictionary ( page 64)
=> Changing text size and page layout to see easily
=> – Adjusting the text size ( page 67) – Zooming a page ( page 70) – Removing margins ( page 7 ) – Reading in adjacent pages ( page 10 ) – Switching screen orientation ( page 104) Jumping to pages ( page
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Getting Started Getting Started Parts and Controls Top Front Side Touch screen Allows you to navigate intuitively through the various functions of the Reader ( page 4, 59). OPTIONS button Displays the option menu ( page 51, 7 , 1 1), which allows you to manage content, create notes, jump to a page, etc. (Size) button Displays the size menu ( page 67), which allows you to adjust the text size, zoom in/out a page, etc. Continued 11
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Getting Started (Home) button Takes you to the “Home” menu at any time ( page ). < > (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 4). RESET button Resets the Reader if no operation is possible ( page 160). WIRELESS switch Turns on/off the wireless feature ( page 4). The WIRELESS switch is set to ON by default. DC IN jack Connects the supplied
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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). Flashes in orange when your computer starts access
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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 ). Continued 14
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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. When inserting the memory card into the Reader, it may take
=> time for the Reader to recognize the content files in
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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. If the wireless switch of the Reader is turned on, the PRSA-
=> ZC9 supplied cover must be used to
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Getting Started Installing the supplied battery pack Pull out the media slot cover and turn over the Reader. Push portion and slide the battery cover to the left. 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. Battery cover Connector Media slot cover Supplied battery pack: PRSA-BP9 (label side face up) Continued 17
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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 corr
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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. Hint Even if you do not turn off the Reader manually, the Reader
=> enters sleep mod
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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. If the battery power is at a low level, the Reader will shu
