Sony PRS-505-LC, PRS-505-SC, PRS-505 User Manual
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User’s Guide/Guide de l’utilisateur
PRS-505
Portable Reader System
© 2007 Sony Corporation
3-277-508-01(2)
About the Manuals
Included with the Reader is the Quick Start Guide and this
PDF-format User’s Guide. Additionally, after installing eBook
Library software from the supplied CD-ROM, you can refer
to the Help within eBook Library.
Browsing the User’s Guide
This PDF-format User’s Guide can be browsed on both your
computer and the Reader.
Browsing this Guide on your computer
Click the Start menu in the bottom left of the Desktop, then
select “All Programs” – “Reader” – “PRS-505 User’s Guide”
to start Adobe Reader and open the User’s Guide.
For details on how to use Adobe Reader, refer to Adobe
Reader Help.
Hint
• To view the User’s Guide, you should have installed Adobe Reader
5.0 or later. Adobe Reader can be downloaded for free from the
Adobe website (www.adobe.com).
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Browsing this Guide using the Reader
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From the Home menu, select “Books by Title” – “User’s
Guide” from the Book list. The User’s Guide can be opened
by selecting “Option Menu” – “Begin.”
PDF Link
(size) button
Hints
• A mark on this Guide indicates a link. Using the ////Enter
buttons, press / to select the desired link, then press Enter to
jump to the linked page.
• To zoom in a page, press (size).
For details on how to open books or PDF files, refer to page
35, 39.
Using the eBook Library Help
Refer to the eBook Library Help for details about using
eBook Library, such as importing books to your computer
and transferring them to the Reader.
Follow the steps below to start eBook Library and browse
Help.
Click the Start menu from your computer, then
select “All Programs” – “Reader” – “eBook Library.”
Click “Help” – “eBook Library Help” on the Menu bar.
Help appears.
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Table of Contents
About the Manuals ........................................................................ 2
Browsing the User’s Guide ...........................................................2
Using the eBook Library Help .......................................................3
Introduction
What You Can Do with Reader ...................................................... 7
Guide to Parts and Controls .......................................................... 8
Basic Operations
Menu Operations ........................................................................ 13
Turning on Reader ...................................................................... 15
Inserting a Memory Card ............................................................ 19
Importing Content
Importing eBooks from CONNECT eBooks ................................. 23
Importing Content from Your Computer ....................................... 25
Importing content files ................................................................26
Transferring Content
Transferring Content to Reader Connected with
Your Computer .......................................................................... 27
Transferring content via a memory card .....................................30
Synchronizing content in Library with Reader ............................34
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Reading/Playing/Viewing Content
Reading Books ............................................................................ 35
Reading books transferred from your computer .........................35
Jumping to the specified number page directly ..........................40
Switching screen orientation (vertical/horizontal) .......................41
Displaying the book information ..................................................42
Sorting the Book list....................................................................43
Selecting a book from the Collection list .....................................46
Creating a bookmark on a page .................................................47
Reading previously displayed pages ..........................................50
Playing Audio Files ...................................................................... 51
Playing audio files transferred from your computer ....................51
Reading books while playing an audio file ..................................53
Viewing Pictures ......................................................................... 55
Viewing pictures transferred from your computer .......................55
Settings
Setting screen orientation ........................................................... 58
Setting the Date and Time........................................................... 59
Setting the Slideshow ................................................................. 60
Setting the Sleep Mode (Resume Function) ................................ 61
Setting the Advanced Settings .................................................... 63
Locking the Reader.....................................................................63
Formatting the internal memory .................................................65
Shutting down Reader ................................................................66
Checking Version Information for Reader .................................... 67
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 68
Restoring default settings ...........................................................76
Uninstalling eBook Library .......................................................... 77
Other Information
Updating the Reader’s Firmware ................................................. 78
About Books Pre-installed on Reader ......................................... 79
Notes on Reader Disposal .......................................................... 80
Precautions ................................................................................. 81
On safety ....................................................................................84
On installation .............................................................................84
On heat build-up .........................................................................85
On the headphones ....................................................................85
Notes on memory cards .............................................................86
On software ................................................................................88
On Cleaning ................................................................................ 89
On Copyrights ............................................................................. 90
About GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE .................................91
Specifications .............................................................................. 93
Index ........................................................................................... 94
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Introduction
What You Can Do with Reader
First, read the Quick Start Guide to prepare the Reader for
use. Initially after purchase, you need to charge the Reader
battery and install the dedicated software “eBook Library” on
your computer.
Once initial preparation is complete, you can transfer
content from your computer to the Reader to take anywhere
you wish.
Downloaded
eBooks
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*1 CONNECT eBooks (online e-Book store)
*2 Book/Audio/Picture files that you already have
Getting Started
Importing
Download eBooks from
CONNECT eBooks on your
computer.
Charge the Reader, then install eBook Library
on your computer.
Transferring
Transfer content from your
computer to the Reader
using eBook Library.
Reading/
Playing/Viewing
Enjoy content on the
Reader.
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Front
Enter button*
To decide an item or apply a setting,
press the Enter button.
/// buttons*
To select an item or scroll around the screen, press
(left), (up), (down), or (right).
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Enter button
*1 In this manual, the operation of the ////Enter buttons are
explained as follows.
(Example) Press /// to select “Away” on the Book list, then
press Enter.
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MENU button
To return to the previous screen or show a menu. (
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(page) / (>/<) buttons
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To turn the page or proceed/return to the next (>)/
previous (<) content. (
Number (1 – 9,0) buttons
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To select the numbered items on the screen or input
numeric values on the Setting menu. (
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SD Memory Card slot
To insert a SD Memory Card (optional). (
“Memory Stick Duo” slot
To insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (optional). (
POWER switch
To switch on/off the Reader. (
Indicator
page 15
page 36, 38, 51
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Lights up in red while charging, and goes off when
charging is complete. (
page 17
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Flashes in orange while the Reader is accessing your
computer via USB.
Also flashes in orange while switching the Reader on or
off.
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Holes for soft cover attachment
The soft cover is attached when purchased. (
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Folds open in use
Note
• Do not leave the Reader in a high temperature conditions, as it
may damage the soft cover.
(size) button
To zoom in/out a page or picture. (
(MARK) button
To create/remove a bookmark. (
Hole for hand strap
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To attach the hand strap.
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USB connector
To connect the USB cable (supplied). (
DC IN jack
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To connect the AC power adapter (optional).
Hint
• The Reader can be charged by connecting to a computer
using the supplied USB cable.
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(Headphones) jack
To connect headphones (optional). (
VOLUME +/– buttons
To adjust the volume. (
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To mute the sound, press and hold the VOLUME +/–
buttons. To restore the sound, press the VOLUME +/–
buttons again.
Rear
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Reset button
To reset the Reader if no operation is possible. ( page
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About the serial number
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The serial number provided for the Reader is required for
the customer registration. The number is on the label on the
rear of the Reader. Do not remove the label.
Removing/attaching the soft cover
Removing the soft cover
Pull the tab of soft cover towards A.
Remove the Reader in the direction of B.
Attaching the soft cover
Insert the tab C of the soft cover in the hole D of the
Reader.
Pull the tab of the soft cover towards A.
Insert the Reader in the direction of E to attach it to the
soft cover.
Check that the tabs of the soft cover are completely
inserted in the holes of the Reader.
Note
• Note that the tab of the soft cover may become deformed, if you
pull the tab too strongly.
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Basic Operations
Menu Operations
You can switch between screens, read/play/view content, or
set items, using the ////Enter buttons, number buttons,
or MENU.
Example: screen transition diagram of the Home menu –
Book list – Option menu – Book page
Number tab
Selected item is highlighted in black.
Press / to select “Books by Title” then press
Enter.
If the stored books are more than 30,
the Index menu appears. (
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Press / to select,
then press Enter.
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Press MENU to
return to the
previous screen.
Press / to
select, then
press Enter.
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Hints
• By pressing and holding (size), screen orientation can be
switched (vertically/horizontally). (
• By using the number buttons, corresponding numbered items can
be selected.
• By pressing and holding MENU, the screen can be returned to the
Home menu.
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Turning on Reader
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of to turn on the
Reader.
Slide the POWER
switch.
The Reader turns on.
It may take a few moments to turn on the Reader and the
start-up screen to appear when used for the first time, after
a reset or shut down, or when the battery has depleted.
The indicator lights up in orange when the Reader is turned
on.
To turn off the Reader
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of again.
The Reader turns off.
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About the Sleep Mode (resume function)
You can set the Reader to automatically enter sleep mode.
In sleep mode, the Reader automatically turns off if no
operation is performed for 60 minutes (resume function).
The previously displayed screen appears when turned on by
sliding the POWER switch from this state.
The Sleep Mode setting can be configured from the Setting
menu (
Note
• In the following states, the Reader will not automatically turn off,
even if no operation is performed for 60 minutes.
– When connected to the computer using the supplied USB cable
– When connected to the AC Adaptor for Reader (AC-S5220E)
– When playing audio files
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(optional) to charge
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About charging
Charging the Reader is required when using for the first
time. Turn on the Reader, and then charge in one of the
following two ways.
• Connect to a computer via USB (Refer to the Quick Start Guide
and
(Charging time: approx. 4 hours*)
• Connect to an AC outlet using the AC power adapter and AC
power cord (optional).
(Charging time: approx. 2 hours*)
* Approximate time required to fully charge the battery.
Notes
• When you connect the Reader to your computer, (indicating
connection via USB) is displayed on the Reader’s screen. If the
battery has been fully depleted, it takes about 40 minutes until
is displayed, and you will not be able to turn on the Reader by the
POWER switch during this time. In this case, wait until is
displayed. The indicator lights up in red while is not displayed,
and the Reader is charged.
• If the remaining battery power of a connected notebook computer
is low, charging via USB connection may not be possible.
• If you connect the Reader to a notebook computer which is not
connected to an AC outlet, the battery of the notebook computer
will be consumed. Do not leave the Reader connected to a
notebook computer which is not connected to an AC outlet for an
extended period.
• Connecting the Reader via a USB hub or extension cable may not
work and is not supported. Connect the USB cable directly to the
computer.
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You can verify the remaining battery power by checking the
indicator in the bottom left of the screen. Charge the battery
when remaining power is low (the fewer black segments
indicated, the lower the remaining power).
Note
• If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning
appears. Charge the battery.
If you continue to use without charging, the following warning
appears, and the Reader will turn off automatically.
Charge the Reader and turn it on again.
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Inserting a Memory Card
The following memory cards can be inserted in the Media
slots of the Reader.
Note
• The Reader has separate slots for “Memory Stick Duo” and the SD
Memory Card. Be sure to insert the memory card in the correct
slot. Inserting the memory card in the wrong slot may damage the
slot and the memory card.
“Memory Stick Duo”
SD Memory Card
*1 The Reader does not comply with MagicGate standard, and the data
requiring the copyright protection function cannot be copied or played
on the Reader.
*2 The Reader does not comply with copyright protection of SD Memory
Cards.
*3 miniSD Card adaptor (sold separately) required.
Notes
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“Memory Stick Duo”
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
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SD Memory Card
miniSD Card
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• An operation check is performed when using a “Memory Stick Duo”
of up to 8 GB, however, operation of all “Memory Stick Duo” is not
guaranteed.
• An operation check is performed when using an SD Memory Card
of up to 2 GB, however, operation of all SD Memory Cards is not
guaranteed.
• When inserting the memory card into the Reader, it may take time
for the Reader to recognize the content files in the memory card if
the capacity of the content files stored on the memory card is large.
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Inserting a memory card into the Reader
Remove dummy cards from the “Memory Stick Duo”
slot and SD Memory Card slot.
The dummy cards are inserted in the “Memory Stick
Duo” slot and the SD Memory Card slot at purchase.
When not using the memory card, insert the dummy
card into the slot.
Note
• If the dummy card is not inserted in the slot, foreign objects may
enter the slot, and cause malfunction or damage.
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Insert a memory card in the direction with its label
side up until it clicks into the place.
Note
• The Reader has separate slots for “Memory Stick Duo” and the
SD Memory Card. Be sure to insert the memory card in the
correct slot. Inserting the memory card in the wrong slot may
damage the slot and the memory card.
“Memory
Stick Duo”
Mark
Notes
• Be sure to insert the memory card in the correct direction. Forced
insertion may damage the slot.
• Do not insert an incompatible memory card, as it may cause
malfunction.
• Do not use a deformed memory card or adaptor.
SD Memory
Card
Mark
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Removing a memory card from the Reader
Gently push in the memory card.
You will hear a click, and the memory card pops out.
“Memory
Stick Duo”
Remove the memory card squarely from the
SD Memory
Card
“Memory Stick Duo” slot or the SD Memory Card
slot.
Notes
• Do not remove a memory card or turn off the Reader while reading
or writing data, as data may be damaged.
• For details on handling memory cards, refer to
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Importing Content
Importing eBooks from CONNECT eBooks
You can download eBooks from the online e-Book store
“CONNECT eBooks” to your computer.
Use the dedicated software eBook Library to access
CONNECT eBooks.
Notes
• To download eBooks, you need to prepare an Internet-accessible
environment on your computer.
• You need to authorize your computer to CONNECT eBooks to
download eBooks.
You also need to authorize the Reader to CONNECT eBooks to
transfer and read downloaded eBooks on the Reader.
For details, refer to the eBook Library Help.
Double-click the eBook Library icon ( ) on
Windows desktop.
Hint
• You can also start eBook Library by clicking the Start menu and
then selecting “All Programs” – “Reader” – “eBook Library.”
Click “eBook Store” in the Source view.
The View area is switched to the Store view and
CONNECT eBooks appears.
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Follow the page instructions to purchase
(download).
Downloaded eBooks are automatically imported to
“Library” in the Source view.
Library
Downloaded
content
Source view
Hint
• Purchased eBooks are grouped under “Purchased” in the
collection.
Hints
• eBooks can be read on eBook Library using your computer. For
details on eBook Library operations, refer to the eBook Library
Help.
• The Source view appearance may vary depending on your
computer.
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Importing Content from Your Computer
You can import content files stored on your computer into
Library of eBook Library.
You can import the following content files.
• Book
PDF file, Text file, RTF file, Word file*, BBeB Book
• Audio
Un-encrypted MP3 and AAC format audio files
– MP3 file (.mp3 file extension)
The following specifications should be met in order to import an
MP3 file.
Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps
Sampling frequency: 22.05, 44.1 kHz
– AAC file ( .mp4, .m4a, .mov, or .qt file extension)
The following specifications should be met in order to import an
AAC file.
Bit rate: 40 to 320 kbps
Sampling frequency: 24.0, 44.1, 48.0 kHz
• Picture
Bitmap file, JPEG file, GIF file, PNG file
* Word files will be automatically converted into RTF files during
transfer only if Microsoft Word is installed on your computer.
For details on content files you can import, refer to the
eBook Library Help.
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Importing content files
You can select content files stored on your computer and
import them into Library.
Click the Start menu, then select “All Programs” –
“Reader” – “eBook Library” to start eBook Library.
Click “Import Files” on the “File” menu.
The “Import Files” dialog box appears.
Click of the “Look in” list to select the folder
containing the content file(s) to be imported, as
necessary.
The content files in the selected folder are listed.
Hint
• You can also double-click the folder (in the folder list) to display
the content files in the folder.
Select the content file to be imported.
To select multiple files, click the files while holding down
the Ctrl key.
Click “Open.”
The content file(s) is imported into Library.
Hint
• You can import all the content files in a selected folder at the same
time into Library from “Import Folder” on the “File” menu.
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Transferring Content
Transferring Content to Reader Connected with Your Computer
You can transfer (copy) the content in the Library to the
Reader.
Note
• If the Reader is locked, it will not be recognized on your computer
and content cannot be transferred. (
Reader to your computer, disconnect it and unlock the Reader by
inputting the password.
Hints
• The book content can be grouped in the Library as a collection,
which can be transferred to the Reader. For details on how to
create or transfer a collection, refer to the eBook Library Help.
• You can synchronize content in Library of eBook Library with the
Reader by specifying a folder (such as “Library” or the sub-items
under “Library”). (
updated to match the content in Library, when you connect it to
your computer.
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) The Reader can be automatically
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) If you connect the
Click the Start menu, then select “All Programs” –
“Reader” – “eBook Library” to start eBook Library.
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Connect the Reader to your computer using the
supplied USB cable.
To USB connector
USB cable
(supplied)
“Sony’s Reader” appears in the Source view of eBook
Library.
A screen appears on the Reader, indicating that it is
connected to the computer.
Notes
• If “Sony’s 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 while.
• When you connect the Reader to your computer,
(indicating connection via USB) is displayed on the Reader’s
screen. If the battery has been fully depleted, it takes about 40
minutes until is displayed, and you will not be able to turn
on the Reader by the POWER switch during this time. In this
case, wait until is displayed. The indicator lights up in red
while is not displayed, and the Reader is charged.
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Click “Library” in the Source view, then click (List
view).
The View area is switched to the List view and all the
content in the Library is listed.
Hints
• When you click “Books,” “Audio” or “Pictures” in the Source view,
only their respective content is displayed.
• When you click (Thumbnail view), content can be displayed as
thumbnails.
• You can create a collection in the Library and the collection can
be transferred to the Reader. For details on how to create or
transfer a collection, refer to the eBook Library Help.
Select the content you want to transfer from the list.
To select multiple content, click the content while
holding down the Ctrl key.
Drag the content from the list to “Sony’s Reader” in
the Source view.
The content is transferred to the Reader.
Sony’s Reader
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Hint
• You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the
Reader by transferring the data from your computer using Windows
Explorer.
Notes
• If there is not enough free space on the memory of the Reader,
content may not be transferable. Transfer any unnecessary content
back to eBook Library, then delete it to increase free space on the
Reader. (
• Do not delete files in the folder under “database,” and files in
“database,” using Windows Explorer. Perform data management
using eBook Library. For details on the eBook Library operations,
refer to the eBook Library Help.
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Transferring content via a memory card
Content imported to eBook Library can be transferred to a
memory card on the Reader.
Hint
• “Memory Stick Duo” and SD Memory Card can be used.
Click the Start menu, then select “All Programs” –
“Reader” – “eBook Library” to start eBook Library.
Connect the Reader to your computer using the
supplied USB cable. (
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“Sony’s Reader” appears in the Source view of eBook
Library.
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