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Reading
Reading Books
Opening a Book
Page Navigation
Appearance
Annotations
Uploading Highlighted Words on a Page to Evernote
Posting Highlighted Words on a Page to Facebook
Using the Dictionary
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Reading Periodicals
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Other Applications
Public Libraries
Borrowing Books from Public Libraries
Web Browsing
Browsing the Web Browsing Tools Downloads Multiple Windows
Bookmarks and History
Uploading an Address of a Website to Evernote Browser Settings
Using (Menu) Items
All Notes
Finding Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals
Uploading Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals to Evernote Posting Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals to Facebook
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 the Orientation Zooming in on a Picture
Viewing Pictures in a Slideshow Uploading a Picture to Evernote Deleting Pictures
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Using Evernote
Creating a new account
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips
Support PC Web Site Reader Device Wireless Connectivity
Reading Books and Periodicals 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
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Contents list
Getting started
Welcome!
About your Reader™
Reader Features and Functions
Wireless Connectivity
Join a Wi-Fi® Network
Battery
Charging the Reader
Maximizing Battery Life
Installing Reader software (Reader for PC/Mac)
Installing Reader software (Reader for PC/Mac)
Turning the Power On/Off
Turning the Power On/Off
Parts and Controls
Overview
Buttons
microSD Card Slot
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Basic Operations
[Home] Screen
Applications and the [Home] Screen
Touchscreen Operations
On-Screen Keyboard
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Adding/Getting Content
Adding Content
Adding Content
Buying Books and Periodicals
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Browsing Content Lists
Content Lists
Browsing Content List Pages
Browsing in Thumbnail View and List View
Using the Page Jump Panel in Content List Pages
Finding Content with a Keyword
Posting Book information to Facebook
Tools
Using (Menu) Items
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Reading
Reading Books
Opening a Book
Page Navigation Appearance Annotations
Uploading Highlighted Words on a Page to Evernote Posting Highlighted Words on a Page to Facebook Using the Dictionary
Finding Pages with a Keyword Changing Book Page Settings Using (Menu) Items
Reading Periodicals
Opening a Periodical Issue Managing Periodicals* Page Navigation
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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
Removing Items from a Collection Renaming a Collection
Deleting a Collection
Posting a Collection to Facebook Using (Menu) Items
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Other Applications
Public Libraries
Borrowing Books from Public Libraries
Web Browsing
Browsing the Web
Browsing Tools
Downloads
Multiple Windows
Bookmarks and History
Uploading an Address of a Website to Evernote
Browser Settings
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Using (Menu) Items
All Notes
Finding Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals
Uploading Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals to Evernote Posting Annotations Across All Books and Periodicals to Facebook
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 the Orientation Zooming in on a Picture
Viewing Pictures in a Slideshow Uploading a Picture to Evernote Deleting Pictures
Using (Menu) Items
Evernote
Using Evernote Creating a new account Sign in to Evernote Evernote Settings
Synchronizing in the Evernote list page
Using Facebook Log In to Facebook
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Changing the Settings
Changing the Settings
General Settings
Wireless Network Settings
Application Preferences
Date and Time Settings
System Management
Initialization
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Device Shutdown
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Other Information
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips
Support PC Web Site Reader Device Wireless Connectivity
Reading Books and Periodicals 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
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Specifications Supported File Types System Requirements
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Top page > Getting started > Welcome! > About your Reader™
About your Reader™
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. Bookmark, highlight and take notes on the high-contrast e-paper screen. Read clearly under direct sunlight.
Zoom. Easily adjust the font size, or zoom into images for a closer look.
Dictionary and Wikipedia®. Simply tap and hold a word to look up its definition, translate it or learn more from the Wikipedia Web site.
You can also:
Personalize the standby screen with either your favorite pictures or the cover of the last-read book.
Create your own collections and organize your books by bestsellers, favorites, genre and more.
About this guide
Please read the Quick Start Guide and Important Product Information in this package to help you get started.
This User Guide describes key features of your Reader. You can also find this guide in [Books] on your Reader. You can find the User Guide in your language at the support PC Web site.
USA:
http://www.sony.com/readersupport
Canada:
http://www.sony.ca/readersupport
Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/eBook/PRS
Australia:
http://www.sony.com.au/support
New Zealand: http://www.sony.co.nz/support
Note
Screenshots in the User Guide may depict screens different from your Reader.
Searching for a specific topic in this User Guide
Use the [Table of Contents] feature of your Reader to search for topics, and then tap a topic to jump to it.
While viewing this User Guide on your Reader, press the 
(Menu) button 
tap [Navigate Page] 
[Table of Contents] to view the Table of Contents.
You can also tap the page number at the bottom of the screen 
tap [Table of Contents].
Jumping to a linked section in this User Guide
Tap the link to a chapter or section indicated with a highlight to open the page.
To return to the page you were previously viewing, while viewing a book or periodical, tap 
after tapping a link.
To hide the 
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icons, press the 
(Back) button.
Changing the font size
You can adjust the font size to improve legibility. See Details.
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Reader Features and Functions
Transferring content from your computer
To enjoy books and pictures on the Reader, use the supplied Reader software to transfer them from your computer to the Reader. See Details. You can also use the Reader software to backup and manage the content on the Reader.
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. The initial setup of the country/region of the Reader will determine if Reader Store is available in your area. See Details.
Useful features
Wi-Fi network access Details
Access Reader Store Details
Wikipedia Details
Use the Web browser for internet access Details
Check out books from public libraries for reading on the Reader Details Use Evernote Details
Use Facebook Details
Annotation Details
Add bookmarks Details
Highlight words Details
Handwrite notes on a page Details
Resize
Adjust font size Details
Change the page view mode Details
Zoom in Details
Adjust content view Details
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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
Evernote Details
Facebook Details
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Join a Wi-Fi® Network
To shop at Reader Store or connect to the internet wirelessly, set up a wireless (Wi-Fi®) internet connection with the following steps.
Preparing to set up a Wi-Fi connection
Before connecting to an access point, turn on [Wi-Fi] on the Reader.
1.Press the 
(Home) button 
tap [Applications] 
[Settings] 
[Wireless Network Settings].
2.Check the check box to the right of [Wi-Fi] to turn on the Wi-Fi network. A check indicates that [Wi-Fi] is turned on. Wi-Fi is turned off by default. Alternatively, you can tap the status bar 
[Wi-Fi]. See Details.
Tip
Turn off [Wi-Fi] when it is not in use in order to extend the battery life of the Reader. 
Turn on [Wireless Standby] when you want to extend the battery life. See Details.
Wi-Fi status icons
The following icons in the status bar indicate the status of the Wi-Fi connection.
Icon Status
Wi-Fi is activated. The number of bars indicates the Wi-Fi signal strength.
The Wi-Fi network feature of the Reader is in standby mode. See Details.
There is no Wi-Fi access point. In this state, you cannot access Reader Store.
The [Wi-Fi] setting is turned off.
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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.
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*WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Case A
A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with WPS button Details
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A WPS-compatible Wi-Fi router with PIN input Details
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Connecting to a Wi-Fi router without WPS support Details
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Connecting to an available Wi-Fi network Details
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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. 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. Tap [WPS Push-Button Configuration] 
[Start].
2.On your Wi-Fi router, press the “WPS” or “Connect” button within 2 minutes.* The Reader automatically attempts to establish a Wi-Fi connection.
*The name of the button on your Wi-Fi router may vary.
“WPS” or “Connect” button
3.After the Reader screen shows the setup completion, tap [OK].
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. Tap [Add Wi-Fi Network] 
[WPS PIN Method] 
[Start].
A PIN will be shown on the screen of the Reader.
Enter the PIN into your Wi-Fi router. Refer to your Wi-Fi router’s instruction manual for further details.
2. After entering the PIN, tap [OK] on the Reader.
After a moment, the Reader connects to the wireless network automatically. The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details.
For more technical notes, see Details.
Case C: Connecting to a Wi-Fi router without WPS support
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.Tap [Scan].
The available access points are listed under [Wi-Fi Networks].
Item Description
Network SSID
Security type
Page indicator
Page turn icon
Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects an unsecured network.
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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. For details on determining your Wi-Fi router’s SSID, refer to your Wi-Fi router’s instruction manual.
3.If prompted for a password, tap the input area and type in the password using the on-screen keyboard.
4.Tap [Connect].
The Reader connects to the Wi-Fi network.
The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details.
For more technical notes, see Details.
Case D: Connecting to an available Wi-Fi network
Some public wireless access points, or “hotspots”, are open and you can simply connect to them. 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.Tap [Scan].
The available access points are listed under [Wi-Fi Networks].
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.If prompted for a password, tap the input area and type in the password using the on-screen keyboard.
4.Tap [Connect].
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The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar.
5.The [Browser] application may start automatically to connect to a public access point. Otherwise, start the [Browser] application manually; press the 
(Home) button, tap [Applications] 
[Browser].
6.The browser screen may show further information about completing the connection. Follow any instruction(s) where applicable.
For more technical notes, see Details.
Manually setting a Wi-Fi connection
You can set up a Wi-Fi network connection manually by inputting the required information for connection. 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 [WiFi Settings].
1. Tap [Add Wi-Fi Network].
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 [Done] 
[Save].
6.Tap the saved network SSID in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list on the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen.
7.If prompted for a password, tap the input area and type in the password using the on-screen keyboard.
8.Tap [Connect].
The Reader connects to the Wi-Fi network.
The Wi-Fi connection status is displayed in the status bar. See Details. For more technical notes, see Details.
General notes on Wi-Fi connectivity
Tap and hold a network SSID in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list to display the access point’s status and related information.
Before connecting to a wireless network, check all requirements, user name and/or password details with the internet/Wi-Fi service provider.
You can configure up to 20 Wi-Fi network connections.
The Reader does not support certain custom Wi-Fi network security systems. For details, contact the internet/Wi-Fi service provider.
If you edit the password of a Wi-Fi network to which you are currently connected, the Reader will attempt to reconnect to the Wi-Fi network using the new password.
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If an access point’s SSID (Service Set Identifier) is private, enter Wi-Fi connection information manually.
The access point may filter access by MAC address. Check the MAC address by pressing the
(Home) button tap [Applications] [Settings] [About] [Device Information],
then register the MAC address with the access point to establish a Wi-Fi connection.
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Charging the Reader
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.
USB connector
Charge/Busy indicator
Charging via your computer
1.Power on your computer.
2.Connect the Reader to your computer with the supplied USB cable. Wait until the below screen is displayed.
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After the USB storage screen is displayed on the Reader, it is |
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When charging is complete, disconnect the USB cable from the |
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After a short time, the [Home] screen will appear. |
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In this mode, the Reader is not detected by your computer*. When |
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Note
Your computer must be turned on to charge the Reader. The Reader will not be charged if your computer enters sleep mode or standby mode. Keep your computer turned on with a stable and continuous power supply while charging the Reader.
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If you turn off the Reader by tapping [Settings] |
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Tip
You can also charge the Reader using the AC Adapter (PRSA-AC10/PRSA-AC1A, sold separately). This method of charging will take approximately 2 hours to fully charge the battery.
To change from charge mode to data transfer mode, tap the status bar to display the notification window 
tap [USB connected] 
[Yes].
Charge/Battery status icon
The charge/battery status icon shows the charging status or approximate remaining charge of the battery.
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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.
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Maximizing Battery Life
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.
Use and store the Reader at room temperature, or within the recommended temperature range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).
Turn off Wi-Fi when no wireless communication is necessary.
Turn on [Wireless Standby] when you want to extend the battery life.
Power-consuming operations
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The following may require more power than normal reading operations. |
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Wi-Fi communications |
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Constantly updating the [Wi-Fi Networks] list |
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Displaying graphic-intensive books, periodicals, files or Web sites |
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Displaying a slideshow with a short interval setting |
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Using a microSD card |
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Frequent insertion and removal of a microSD card |
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Having a large volume of content stored on a microSD card |
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Annotations, keyword searches and dictionary searches |
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The Wi-Fi network feature of the Reader is not in standby mode. |
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