Sony PRS-300 - Manuals

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started Parts and Controls  Enter button Selects an item or applies a setting.   /  /  /  Directional buttons • Moves the cursor on the number tab of the list screen.• Turns pages on the book page.  (Home) button Displays the “Home” menu. Continued Enter but...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started  (Return) button Goes to an upper menu or cancels the operation.  (Bookmark) button Creates/Removes a bookmark. ( page 46 )  (Size) button Adjusts the text size or switches the screen orientation. ( page 44 , 49 )  Number (1 – 9,0) buttons • Selects the...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started  USB connector Used to connect the USB cable (supplied). ( page 11 )  DC IN jack Used to connect the AC Adapter for Reader (AC-S5220E) (optional). Hint • The Reader can be charged by connecting to a computer using the supplied USB cable.  RESET button Re...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started Turning on the Reader Slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. Make sure to turn on the Reader before connecting to your computer. The Reader is turned on.  When the Reader is turned on for the first time after purchase, the welcome screen appears. Pr...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started To turn off the Reader Slide the POWER switch again.The Reader is turned off and enters sleep mode.To stop consuming battery power, use “Device Shutdown” in the “Advanced Settings” menu. ( page 63 ) About the sleep mode of the Reader You can set the Reader ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started Charging the Reader About charging Charging the Reader is required when using it for the first time or the remaining battery is low. Turn on the Reader, and then charge in one of the following ways. • Connect to a computer via USB. (Charging time: approx. 3...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started  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. appears on the Reader and charging starts. USB cable (supplied) Charge indicator To AC outlet * The...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started Notes • While charging via USB, the Reader cannot be operated. • Do not leave the Reader connected to a notebook computer which is not connected to an AC outlet for an extended period. It will consume the battery of the notebook computer. • Connecting the R...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started Installing eBook Library eBook Library is the content management software you use with the Reader. Notes • The Internet connection is required to install eBook Library. • Your computer needs to meet the minimum system requirements for eBook Library. For det...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started Basic Menu Operation You can operate the Reader by selecting item from the menu (list). (Home) button “Home” menu Number buttons (Return) button Enter button  /  /  /  Directional buttons Number tabs Cursor (Size) button (Bookmark) button To select an i...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started In this manual, the operating instructions of the Reader are described as follows. Example: Selecting a book from the Book list  From the “Home” menu, select “Books by title”  desired book  “Begin.” The actual operation for the example is shown as below:...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started  Press the number button of the desired book, or press the  /  buttons to move the cursor onto the desired book and then press the Enter button.  If more than 30 books are stored, the Index menu appears. ( page 39 )  If the list is divided into the sev...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Getting Started  Press the number 2 button, or press the  /  buttons to move the cursor onto “Begin” and then press the Enter button. To return to the “Home” menu Press the (Home) button. To return to the previous menu Press the (Return) button. Hint  If you open the b...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Importing Content Authorizing the Reader and your computer Before purchasing and downloading eBooks from the eBook store, the Reader and your computer need to be authorized. Hint • You can check whether the Reader is authorized from “Abou...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content  Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable.eBook Library starts automatically. Reader Source view Notes • If eBook Library does not start automatically, start it manually. • If the Reader in the shutdown state is c...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content  Follow the store instructions. To download Adobe DRM-protected files When you download Adobe DRM-protected PDF or EPUB files for the first time, entering your Adobe ID will be required. Enter your Adobe ID by following the on-screen ins...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Downloading eBooks from eBook store You can download eBooks from an online eBook store to your computer. Notes • To download eBooks, the Internet connection is required on your computer. • You need to authorize your computer to download e...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Hint • eBooks can be read on eBook Library using your computer. For details on eBook Library operations, refer to the eBook Library Help. Book types supported by the Reader The following are the book types supported by the Reader and eBoo...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Importing content to eBook Library You can import content files stored on your computer into Library of eBook Library. You can import the following content files. Book PDF file, EPUB file, Text file, RTF file, Word file (unsecured)* 1 , B...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Transferring Content Transferring content to the Reader You can transfer (copy) the content in the Library to the Reader. You can transfer the following content files. Book PDF file, EPUB file, Text file, RTF file, Word file (unsecured)* ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Notes • If eBook Library does not start automatically, start it manually. • If “Reader” does not appear in the Source view after connecting the Reader to your computer, disconnect the USB cable from the Reader, then reconnect it after a w...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content  Drag the content from the list to “Reader” in the Source view.The content is transferred to the Reader. Reader Hint • You can store computer data into the internal memory of the Reader by transferring the data from your computer using W...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Notes • 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 2 ways.  Transfer any unnecessary content back to eBook ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content  Click “Reader” in the Source view, then click (List view).The View area is switched to the List view and all the content in Library is listed.  Click “Books” in the Source view.  Select the content you want to transfer back from the l...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Importing and Transferring Content Synchronizing content in Library with the Reader You can synchronize content in the Library of eBook Library with the Reader by specifying a folder (such as “Library” or the sub-items under “Library”). The Reader can be automatically upda...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Reading Books Follow the steps below to read books transferred from your computer. Note  If an invalid operation is performed, appears at the bottom of the screen.  From the “Home” menu, select “Books by Title.” “Home” menu  If more than 30 books are store...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Hints  If you want to continue reading from the last displayed page, select “Continue Reading” from the “Home” menu.  From the “Home” menu, books can be selected from variety of lists. For details, see “Selecting a Book.” ( page 37 )  From the Book list, s...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Hint  If you open the book from “Continue Reading,” you can display the “Options” menu from the book page by pressing the (Return) button. ( page 41 )  Press the  /  buttons to turn pages. Book page  For details on how to operate the book page, see “Oper...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Selecting a book From the “Home” menu, you can select a book by the title, the author or the transferred date, or from the “Collections” list. “Home” menu “Home” menu items to select a book Display item Description Books by Title Displays the Book list sorted...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Operations on a Book list The following operations can be performed on a Book list (including the Book list in Collections). Book list of “Books by Title” Button Operation  /  buttons Press: Moves the cursor on the number tabs  /  buttons Press: Displays ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books About the Index menu In the Index menu, books are sorted into several categories. If more than 30 books are stored, the Index menu is displayed as the first page of the list. Select the category which the desired book belongs to.  In the Index menu of “Books...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books About the Options menu The “Options” menu appears after you select a book from the list. You can choose the point to start the book or use the various features from the menu. “Options” menu “Options” menu items Display item Description/Reference page Continue...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Display item Description/Reference page Info Displays the book Information. ( page 53 ) Utilities Deletes the book ( page 52 ), or removes all bookmarks ( page 48 ). * 1 Bookmarks can also be created in eBook Library. For details, refer to the eBook Library H...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Operations on the book page On the Book page screen, the following operations can be performed. Book page Size indicator 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 ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Button Operation (Home) button Press: Displays the “Home” menu. (Size) button Press: Adjusts the text sizes. ( page 44 ) Press and hold: Switches the screen orientation. ( page 49 ) (Bookmark) button Press: Creates/Removes a bookmark on the current page. ( pa...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Using the Useful Features You can use the various features to enhance readability. Adjusting text size You can adjust the text size in 3 different sizes (S, M or L).  On the book page, press the (Size) button. The text size is changed and the text and layout...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Creating a bookmark on a page You can create a bookmark on a page you may wish to return to.  On the book page, press the (Bookmark) button on the desired page.The top right corner of the page is turned down. Bookmark If you press the (Bookmark) button again...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Notes • The bookmarks created on the Reader can be displayed on eBook Library 3.0 or later. Earlier versions of eBook Library will not display them. • You can annotate books in eBook Library. However, the Reader can display only bookmarks and will not display...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books To remove all bookmarks in the current book  On the book page, press the (Return) button to display the “Options” menu, then select “Utilities”  “Remove All Bookmarks.”The confirmation screen appears. Note • If the book is opened from “All Bookmarks,” press...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Switching screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) You can set the screen orientation to vertical or horizontal.  On the book page or list screen, press and hold the (Size) button. The screen orientation is switched.To switch back, press and hold the (Size)...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Jumping to the specified number page directly You can jump directly to a page by inputting the page number with the number buttons.  On the book page, press the number buttons to input the page number.The input page number appears in the center of the page. ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Going back to previously displayed pages After you have jumped to a page using the links or by inputting its page number, you can go back to the previously displayed pages from the “Options” menu.  On the book page, press the (Return) button to display the “...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Deleting a book You can delete a book on the Reader from the “Options” menu.  On the book page, press the (Return) button to display the “Options” menu, then select “Utilities”  “Delete Book.”The confirmation screen appears. Note • If the book is opened fro...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Reading Books Checking the book information You can check the book information, such as the title, author, book cover thumbnail, etc., from the “Options” menu.  On the book page, press the (Return) button to display the “Options” menu, then select “Info.” Note • If the bo...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Changing Settings You can configure the various settings in the “Settings” menu.  From the “Home” menu, select “Settings.” “Home” menu Continued Settings 55

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings  From the “Settings” menu, select the setting item you want to change.  Example: “Date and Time” setting screen “Settings” menu  For details about how to configure the settings, see “Settings menu items.” ( page 57 ) Continued 56

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Settings menu items In the “Settings” menu, you can configure the following settings. Setting item Description “Orientation” Switches the screen orientation. Setting operation 1. On the “Settings” screen, press the number 1 button. “Date and Time” Sets date and ti...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Setting item Description “Date and Time Format” Sets the display format of date and time. “Date”: “Month-Day-Year,” “Day-Month-Year” “Time”: “12-hour,” “24-hour” Setting operation 1. Press the  /  /  /  button to move the cursor. 2. Press the Enter button to c...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Setting item Description “Sleep Mode” (Continued) Note  In the following states, the Reader does not enter sleep mode after 60 minutes of inactivity even if “Sleep Mode” is set to “On.” – When connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable – When connected ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Setting item Description “Advanced Settings” Refer to “Advanced Settings menu items.” ( page 61 ) “About” Displays the firmware version of the Reader, product name, license information, etc. Setting operation 1. On the “Settings” screen, press the number 7 button....

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Advanced Settings menu items In the “Advanced Settings” menu, you can configure the following settings. Setting item Description “Device Lock” Locks the Reader by setting a password. “On”: The Reader is locked by the password. “Off” (default setting): The Reader i...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Settings Setting item Description “Format Internal Memory” Formats the internal memory of the Reader. By formatting the memory, all the contents on the Reader will be erased. Setting operation On the confirmation screen, press the (Bookmark) button. Note  Before formattin...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) 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 a small pin or clip, then slide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader.The contents stored on the...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting  Check the symptoms in “Troubleshooting.” ( page 66 )  Check for information about the issue in eBook Library Help.  Look for information about the issue on one of the support Web sites.For customers in the USA:http://www.sony.com/readersupportPhone numb...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting Power Symptom Cause or corrective action Battery cannot be charged (The charge indicator does not light up).  Charge the battery within the temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). Otherwise, the charging may be insufficient or may not start. ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting Symptom Cause or corrective action The Reader cannot be turned on. (continued)  Battery power has been fully depleted. Charge the Reader via USB. ( page 11 ) The charge indicator lights up in red and charging starts. Wait for at least 40 minutes until the ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting Connection to the computer Symptom Cause or corrective action The Reader cannot be operated during USB connection.  Disconnect the USB connector from the Reader. The Reader cannot be recognized.  The Reader is turned off or the USB cable is not connected ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting eBook Symptom Cause or corrective action An eBook cannot be read.  You may not have signed up or performed authorization for the service which is necessary for reading DRM-protected eBooks. Authorize your computer and the Reader.  You may have tried to re...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting Restoring default settings All default settings of the Reader can be restored. Notes The following occurs when you restore the default settings. • The screen orientation setting will be vertical. • The password will be erased and the device lock released. ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Troubleshooting Uninstalling eBook 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 eBook Library Help. Unin...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information Updating the Reader’s Firmware By updating the Reader’s firmware, you can ensure your Reader has the latest features. The latest firmware updates can be performed from the update menu on eBook Library from “Help” – “Check for Updates.” For details on upda...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information About Books Pre-installed on the Reader The Reader is pre-installed with sample content so that you can try it out right away. The pre-installed sample content is for the purpose of trial reading. About sample content The Reader is pre-installed with samp...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information Notes on the Reader Disposal The built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the battery yourself, consult Sony Support Center. 76

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-12(1) Other Information Precautions Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be trea...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-12(1) Other Information Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directive The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and p...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations. INFORMATION: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information If you have any questions about this product: Visit:www.sony.com/readersupport Contact:Sony “Digital Book Reader” Support Center at 1-(866)-962-7669 Write:Sony Customer Information Service Center12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Declaration of Con...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information For Customers in the USA and CanadaRECYCLING 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 info...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information • Do not leave the Reader on an unstable surface • Make sure not to sit down with the Reader in your back pocket. • Do not expose the Reader to water. The Reader is not waterproof. Remember to follow the precautions below. − Be careful not to drop the Rea...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) 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 o...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) 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 ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information On Copyrights The contents of each book pre-installed on this product are copyrighted works, edited with the cooperation of the publisher and editor hereto mentioned.Copyright laws prohibit copying the data of this product or the contents of this manual (...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information All other system names and product names appearing in this document are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective manufacturers. Further, the trademark TM and registered trademark ® symbols are not indicated throughout this doc...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information Specifications Model name PRS-300 Power source Built-in rechargeable battery: DC 3.7 V AC adapter: DC 5.2 V Battery life (continuous playback) Maximum Battery: Approx. 7,500 pages with BBeB Book contents * Approx. 6,800 pages with EPUB contents* * Measure...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information System requirements The following are requirements to use eBook Library. OSMicrosoft Windows Vista Windows Vista Home Basic with Service Pack 1 or later Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 or later Windows Vista Business with Service Pack 1 or ...

PRS-300.GB.4-151-151-11(1) Other Information Continued Index Symbols (Bookmark) button ............7, 46 (Home) button .........................6 (Return) button .......................7 (Size) botton ................7, 44, 49  /  /  /  Directional buttons ........6 (Expiration) ...................