Sony Reader PRS-T3 Series User Manual

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PRS-T3 Series

User Guide

Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your Reader™.

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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 application (Reader for PC/Mac)

Turning the Power On/Off

Parts and Controls

Overview Buttons Removing/attaching the Standard Cover (PRS-T3) Removing/attaching the Back Panel (PRS-T3S*) 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 eBooks and Periodicals* at Reader Store*

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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 eBooks

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 Keywords in a Book 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 eBooks 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

Using (Menu) Items

Evernote

Using Evernote Creating a new account Sign in to Evernote Evernote Settings Synchronizing in the Evernote list page

Facebook

Using Facebook Log In to Facebook

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Settings

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Changing the Settings

Changing the Settings General Settings Wireless Network Settings Application Preferences Date and Time Settings System Management Initialization About 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 Notes on microSD Cards

Legal Notice

Appendix

Specifications Supported File Types System Requirements

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Getting started Basic Operations Adding/Getting Content Browsing Content Lists Reading Organizing Other Applications Settings Other Information

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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 application (Reader for PC/Mac)

Turning the Power On/Off

Parts and Controls

Overview Buttons Removing/attaching the Standard Cover (PRS-T3) Removing/attaching the Back Panel (PRS-T3S*) microSD Card Slot

Basic Operations

[Home] Screen

Applications and the [Home] Screen Touchscreen Operations On-Screen Keyboard

Adding/Getting Content

Adding Content

Adding Content Buying eBooks and Periodicals* at Reader Store*

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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

Reading

Reading eBooks

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Reading Periodicals

Opening a Periodical Issue* Managing Periodicals* Page Navigation

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 eBooks 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 Using (Menu) Items

Evernote

Using Evernote Creating a new account Sign in to Evernote Evernote Settings Synchronizing in the Evernote list page

Facebook

Changing the Settings

Using Facebook Log In to Facebook

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Settings

Changing the Settings General Settings Wireless Network Settings Application Preferences Date and Time Settings System Management Initialization About 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 Notes on microSD Cards

Legal Notice

Appendix

Specifications Supported File Types System Requirements

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About your Reader ™

Enjoy the most natural and intuitive reading experience Sony has to offer. This is ereading.

Unplug and unwind. Wi-Fi directly via your Reader™. Superior touchscreen. Bookmark, highlight and take notes on the high-contrast epaper screen. Read clearly under direct sunlight. Zoom. Easily adjust the font size, or zoom into images for a closer look.

Dictionary and Wikipedia 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 eBooks 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

functionality lets you download eBooks and periodicals

. Simply tap and hold a word to look up its definition,

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 [Navigate Page] You can also tap the page number at the bottom of the screen Contents].

[Table of Contents] to view the Table of Contents.

(Menu) button tap

tap [Table of

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 To hide the

after tapping a link.

/ 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 eBooks and pictures on the Reader, download the Reader application to transfer them from your computer to the Reader. See Details. You can also use the Reader application to backup and manage the content on the Reader.

Shopping for eBooks at Reader™ Store

Visit Reader Store and find eBooks 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 eBooks 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

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-

) 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 Network Settings].

(Home) button tap [Applications] [Settings] [Wireless

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

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]. 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.

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.

Internet

*WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

Case A

A WPS-compatible Wi - Fi router with WPS button Details

Case B

A WPS-compatible Wi - Fi router with PIN input Details

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. 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.

Wi-Fi is activated and the Reader detects a secured network. The Wi-Fi router

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 [WiFi 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.

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]. The wireless connection status is displayed in the status bar.

5. The [Browser] application may start automatically to connect to a public access

established correctly.

point. Otherwise, start the [Browser] application manually; press the (Home) button, tap [Applications]

6. The browser screen may show further information about completing the connection. Follow any instruction(s) where applicable.

For more technical notes, see Details.

[Browser].

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 [Wi -Fi 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]

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.

[Save].

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.

To use a static IP address, press the [Wi-Fi Settings] to by a network administrator, as the Wi -Fi network connection may not be

tap [Use Static IP]. Do not change this setting unless instructed

(Menu) button tap [Advanced] in the

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. When you are connected to a Wi- Fi network, you can also display speed, security

and other Wi-Fi network details by pressing the

(Menu) button and tapping [Connection Information] in the [Wi-Fi Settings] screen. An access point, once configured, can be connected to again simply by tapping it in the [Wi-Fi Networks] list and tapping [Connect].

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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.

Micro USB connector Charge 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.

To Description

Tap [Yes] to install the Reader application, or transfer files from

your computer to the Reader while charging. The Reader cannot

Install the Reader application, or transfer data

be operated during transfer. After the USB storage screen is displayed on the Reader, it is detected on your computer, and the “READER” and “SETUP” drives appear on your computer.

When the When charging is complete, disconnect the USB cable from the Reader and your computer. After a short time, the [Home] screen will appear.

* This icon is only displayed when the Reader is in data transfer

mode.

icon* turns into the icon, charging is complete.

Tap [No], or press the screen.

Alternatively, press the

Charge the Reader

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.

(Power) button cannot be used when the Reader is connected to your

The computer and charging. If you turn off the Reader by tapping [Settings]

charging mode, the Reader will stop charging.

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. If the battery is depleted, charging the Reader with the AC adapter for 3 minutes will provide enough battery power to read up to approximately 600 pages. To change from charge mode to data transfer mode, tap the status bar to display the notification window

appears. When the complete. In this mode, the Reader is not detected by your computer*. When charging is complete, disconnect the USB cable from the Reader and your computer.

* This situation may vary, depending on the settings of your

computer.

tap [USB connected] [Yes].

(Back) button, to return to the previous

(Home) button. The [Home] screen

icon turns into the icon, charging is

[Device Shutdown] while in

Charge/Battery status icon

The charge/battery status icon shows the charging status or approximate remaining charge of the battery.

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.

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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

The following may require more power than normal reading operations.

Wi-Fi communications Constantly updating the [Wi- Fi Networks] list Displaying graphic- intensive books, periodicals, files or Web sites Displaying a slideshow with a short interval setting Using a microSD card Frequent insertion and removal of a microSD card Having a large volume of content stored on a microSD card Annotations, keyword searches and dictionary searches The Wi-Fi network feature of the Reader is not in standby mode.

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