Sony READER DAILY EDITION PRS-950 User Manual

©2010 Sony Corporation 4-260-631-11(2)PRS-950User Guide V1.0Digital Book ReaderClick for instant access!Table of Contents Index

10Table of Contents IndexUsing Wikipedia ...84Reading Newspapers / Magazines ...

Collections100Table of Contents IndexFrom either the books or issues list1 In the books or issues list, press OPTIONS  tap [Add to Collection].2 In

Collections101Table of Contents IndexRemoving contentEven if you delete content in a collection, the remaining content will be left on the Reader.1 T

Managing Content102Table of Contents IndexDeleting ContentExample: [Books] list1 Tap [Books]  press OPTIONS  tap [Delete Books].To delete: tap a

Protecting Content103Table of Contents IndexProtecting ContentProtecting content will keep you from unintentionally deleting content.Example: [Books]

Managing Periodicals104Table of Contents IndexManaging PeriodicalsIn the issue list, you can keep only recent issues and delete previous issues automa

Managing Periodicals105Table of Contents Index3 Tap the desired setting  [Save]TipsIf you want to delete extra issues immediately, tap [Delete ext

Applications Menu106Table of Contents IndexApplications MenuThe [Applications] menu provides useful functions, such as listening to music while readin

Applications Menu107Table of Contents IndexUsing an embedded dictionary1 Tap [Dictionary] under [Applications] at [Home] menu.The name of the cur

Applications Menu108Table of Contents IndexCreating drawings1 Tap [Handwriting] under [Applications] at [Home] menu.2 Tap [New Drawing].[New Dra

Applications Menu109Table of Contents IndexTipsIf you tap [New], the current drawing is saved, and a new drawing editor opens.Newly created drawin

11Table of Contents IndexApplications MenuApplications Menu ...106Using an embedded dictiona

Applications Menu110Table of Contents IndexTo delete/protect a drawing(s)Tap [Handwriting] under [Applications] at [Home] menu, press OPTIONS  ta

Applications Menu111Table of Contents IndexCreating text memos1 Tap [Text Memo] under [Applications] at [Home] menu.2 Tap [New Memo].[New Memo]T

Applications Menu112Table of Contents IndexTo delete/protect a text memo in the listTap [Text Memo] under [Applications] at [Home] menu, press OPT

Applications Menu113Table of Contents IndexViewing picturesYou can view pictures stored in either internal memory or a memory card. Also, you can set

Applications Menu114Table of Contents IndexTo set as a standby screenIn the [Pictures] list, press OPTIONS  [Select Standby Screen]  tap the thumbna

Applications Menu115Table of Contents IndexPlaying audio filesYou can enjoy audio files with optional headphones.1 Tap [Audio] under [Application

Applications Menu116Table of Contents IndexPlayback screen operationsCover artRepeat iconShuffle iconPlay/pausePlayback progress barVolume indicatorPl

Applications Menu117Table of Contents IndexTo Do thisPause/stop a song Tap .Resume playback Tap .Skip to the previous/next trackSwipe the playback s

Settings118Table of Contents IndexChanging SettingsTap [Settings] at [Home] menu.[General Settings] ( 120)[Date and Time][Time Zone][Date and Time

Changing Settings119Table of Contents Index[Wireless Controls] ( 126)Switches mobile network and Wi-Fi, and sets wireless standby.[Wi-Fi Network Sett

12Table of Contents IndexAppendixPrecautions ...150Copyright Notice ...

Changing Settings120Table of Contents Index[General Settings][Date and Time]Tap a field to change.Input a number by tapping the numeric key pad.

Changing Settings121Table of Contents Index[Date and Time Format]Tap [Month-Day-Year] or [Day-Month-Year] to select the date format.Tap [12 hour]

Changing Settings122Table of Contents Index[Application Preferences][Dictionary]Selects a default dictionary to use.[Slideshow]Sets the slideshow on/o

Changing Settings123Table of Contents Index[System Management][Power Management]Power management helps avoid unnecessary battery consumption.Power man

Changing Settings124Table of Contents Index[Device Lock]Locks the Reader by setting a pass code.Tap [On] to set a pass code. Input a 4-digit number

Changing Settings125Table of Contents Index[Check for Update]Manually performs a check of the latest firmware version available for your Reader.NoteYo

Changing Settings126Table of Contents Index[Wireless Controls][Mobile Network][Wi-Fi]Sets mobile network and Wi-Fi to on/off individually. When set to

Changing Settings127Table of Contents Index[Wi-Fi Network Settings]On the [Wi-Fi Network Settings] screen, configured access points and access points

Changing Settings128Table of Contents IndexIcons in the access points listIcon DescriptionTap to display the setting screen of the access point to con

Changing Settings129Table of Contents IndexTo configure a new access point from the access points listIn the access points list, tap a new access poin

13Table of Contents IndexChapter 1Overview ...14 - 20Parts and Controls ...

Changing Settings130Table of Contents Index1 Tap a new access point from the access points list.If an encryption key is required, the setting screen

Changing Settings131Table of Contents Index2 Tap [Encryption Key]  enter the encryption key using the on-screen keyboard  tap [OK]   [Connect].T

Changing Settings132Table of Contents IndexTo configure a new access point using the WPS (Wi-Fi protected Setup) featureThe setting of the wireless LA

Changing Settings133Table of Contents IndexTo edit the settings of the configured access pointThe settings of the configured access point can be edite

Changing Settings134Table of Contents IndexItem Description[Wi-Fi Advanced Settings][IP Address]: IP address is assigned to the Reader. Tap [Auto] to

Changing Settings135Table of Contents IndexOPTIONS menu of [Wi-Fi Network Settings]Pressing the OPTIONS button ( 17) will display the menu for relate

Changing Settings136Table of Contents IndexWi-Fi networks which may be used with ReaderReader can connect to the following Wi-Fi networks.Your Home

Troubleshooting137Table of Contents IndexTroubleshootingIf the Reader does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.1 R

Troubleshooting138Table of Contents IndexSymptomsPowerBattery cannot charge. Charge the battery within the temperature range of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to

Troubleshooting139Table of Contents Index When you are out of the network coverage area for a while, slide the WIRELESS switch to “OFF” ( 18). Batte

Overview14Table of Contents IndexParts and ControlsCharge/Busy indicatorPower switchSlide to the right and release quicklyStylusWIRELESS switchMicro U

Troubleshooting140Table of Contents IndexTouch operation is not effective. If condensation occurs in the touch screen, or dust attaches to the touch

Troubleshooting141Table of Contents IndexTipIf you cannot find a solution from the above, go to [Help and Support] from the OPTIONS menu in the Reader

Troubleshooting142Table of Contents Index The Wi-Fi network settings of the access point are not correct. Adjust the settings as described in the man

Troubleshooting143Table of Contents IndexThe antenna icon indicates sufficient signal strength, but the Reader cannot connect to the Internet. The se

Troubleshooting144Table of Contents Index The authorization data may have been damaged as a result of shutting down while reading a content. De-autho

Troubleshooting145Table of Contents IndexPlaying audio filesAn audio file cannot play back. Audio files that are not supported by the Reader cannot b

Troubleshooting146Table of Contents IndexThe Reader cannot be recognized by your computer. A USB hub or USB extension cable is used for the connectio

Troubleshooting147Table of Contents IndexReader Library does not recognize the Reader. Disconnect the USB cable from the Reader, then reconnect it.Th

Troubleshooting148Table of Contents Index The Reader cannot transfer content to memory cards directly. Use Reader Library to transfer content.A memor

Troubleshooting149Table of Contents IndexTo eject the SIM card1 Power off the Reader completely ( 15).2 Press the hole of SIM card with a small pin

Parts and Controls15Table of Contents Index Power SwitchTo ActionPower on or wake up from sleep mode1Slide to the right and release quickly.Enter sle

Appendix150Table of Contents IndexPrecautionsReader Disposal ReferenceThe built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the

Precautions151Table of Contents IndexDisposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collecti

Precautions152Table of Contents IndexNotice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU dir

Precautions153Table of Contents IndexFCC Compliance Statement:The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for s

Precautions154Table of Contents IndexIf you have any questions about this product:Visit:www.sony.com/readersupportContact:Sony “Digital Book Reader” C

Precautions155Table of Contents IndexSafety InformationA SIM card is factory installed. Please do not remove the SIM card.Use the supplied AC adap

Precautions156Table of Contents IndexOn heat build-upHeat may build up in the Reader while charging, or if it is used for an extended period of time.O

Precautions157Table of Contents IndexOn the wireless featureSONY provides wireless connectivity at no additional cost to you for certain activities

Precautions158Table of Contents IndexOn softwareCopyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part,

Precautions159Table of Contents IndexOn cleaningClean of the Reader with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses.If the Reader becom

Parts and Controls16Table of Contents IndexMemory Stick Duo™ mediaSD card Mark Mark Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot Memory card access indicatorLights

Precautions160Table of Contents IndexNotes on handling memory cardsInsert into the correct slot with the card’s label side up until it clicks into p

Copyright Notice161Table of Contents IndexCopyright NoticeThe contents of each book pre-loaded on this product are copyrighted works, edited with the

Copyright Notice162Table of Contents IndexThe Wireless LAN functionality, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability spec

GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE163Table of Contents IndexGNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSEThis product contains the following software covered by the GNU General

Supported File Formats164Table of Contents IndexSupported File FormatsThe following file formats can be managed within Reader Library and transferred

Supported File Formats165Table of Contents IndexPictureJPEG file (.jpg or .jpeg file extension)GIF file (.gif file extension)*PNG file (.png fil

System requirements166Table of Contents IndexSystem RequirementsReader Library will work with the following operating systems.OS DescriptionMicrosoft

System requirements167Table of Contents IndexCPU Windows: 800 MHz Celeron class processor or betterMacintosh: Intel, PowerPC G3, G4 or G5 processorRAM

Index168Table of Contents IndexIndexSymbols (Home) button ...17, 32OPTIONS button ...17, 55 (Page turn) buttons ...17 (Size) button

Index169Table of Contents Index[Books] list ...53Conditional icon ...53Sort ...53, 58

Parts and Controls17Table of Contents Index Touch screen ( 27)Lightly tap the screen either with a finger or the supplied stylus to navigate. Page

Index170Table of Contents Index[Date and Time Format] ...118, 121[Delete Wi-Fi Networks] .. 135[Delete Audio]...

Index171Table of Contents IndexHighlighting word(s) ...60Holes for optional cover attachment ...18Home Menu ...

Index172Table of Contents IndexNNewspapers ...32, 42, 85Note ...59, 62, 64Annotation ...59Bookm

Index173Table of Contents IndexPower management ...118, 123Charging the Reader ...22Power saving Tips ...2

Index174Table of Contents IndexSScreen Orientation ...74Zoom-in mode ...71[Orientation] ...57, 74[Screen Orientation

Index175Table of Contents IndexUUseful Features ... 5Using Embedded Dictionaries ... 80, 107Using Wikipedia ...

Parts and Controls18Table of Contents Index Volume button* ( 117)Adjusts the volume when playing an audio file.* A tactile dot on the + button helps

Specifications19Table of Contents IndexSpecificationsModel namePRS-950Power sourceBuilt-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DCAC adapter: 5.0 V DC, 1,500 m

2Table of Contents IndexCONGRATULATIONSYour Reader Daily Edition™ comes with these useful features:Unplug and unwind – with mobile network or Wi-Fi®

Specifications20Table of Contents IndexDisplay: 7.1” (180.98 mm) diagonal electrophoretic display600 × 1,024 pixel, 0.151 × 0.153 pixel/mm16-level gra

21Table of Contents IndexChapter 2Getting Started ...22 - 26Charging the Reader ...

Getting Started22Table of Contents IndexCharging the ReaderCharge your Reader by connecting to an AC outlet using the supplied AC adapter (PRSA-AC1).

Charging the Reader23Table of Contents IndexNotesDo not use an AC adapter other than AC adapter (PRSA-AC1) with the Reader.Connect the AC adapter

Power Saving Tips24Table of Contents IndexPower Saving TipsCharging Battery To fully charge your Reader, continue charging until an icon shows compl

Power Saving Tips25Table of Contents IndexOperating requiring more powerThe following cases may consume more power: Using mobile network or Wi-Fi ne

Power Saving Tips26Table of Contents IndexTips to save power If you do not use the Reader for more than one day, power off the Reader completely (

Basic Operation27Table of Contents IndexTouch ScreenYou can perform various touch operations with a finger or the supplied stylus ( 16).Single tap to

Touch Screen28Table of Contents IndexSwipingIn the page view, swiping the screen turns a page. To change page turn preference, see  121.Swiping and h

Touch Screen29Table of Contents IndexDraggingIn zoom-in mode ( 69), tap and drag to reposition the displayed page. In the [Handwriting] ( 108) appli

3Table of Contents IndexSupportSupport for the Reader™ deviceFirst, check “Troubleshooting” ( 137) to resolve the issue.Website and contact:www.sony.

Touch Screen30Table of Contents IndexOn-screen keyboardThe on-screen keyboard is used for many functions.TipThe key array of the keyboard varies depen

Touch Screen31Table of Contents IndexTo Perform at input areaSwitch the keyboard typeTap [123] to switch to the symbol keyboard. To return, tap [Abc].

Home Menu32Table of Contents IndexHome MenuPress the (Home) button to display the [Home] menu.Periodicals ( 85)Last read contentTap to list book(s)

Home Menu33Table of Contents IndexAbout the status bar ( 32)Icon DescriptionCurrent status indicator of mobile network and Wi-Fi network ( 36, 37)Mo

Home Menu34Table of Contents IndexIcon DescriptionCurrent time indicator. Reader shows current time in the middle of the status bar for 5 seconds afte

Getting Content35Table of Contents IndexAccessing the Reader™ Store WirelesslyWith a mobile or a Wi-Fi connection you can purchase and download eBooks

Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly36Table of Contents IndexTo check the network statusYou can verify the wireless status by the wireless status ico

Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly37Table of Contents IndexWi-Fi statusFor details about the Wi-Fi settings, see  127.Icon StatusThe Reader is con

Creating a Reader Store Account38Table of Contents IndexCreating a Reader™ Store AccountIn order to purchase and download eBooks or periodicals, you n

Making Purchases39Table of Contents IndexMaking PurchasesBrowse the Reader™ Store to find your desired books and purchase them by following the store

4Table of Contents IndexAbout the User GuideWhen using your Reader to view this User Guide, please note the following instructions.To use the page lin

OPTIONS menu of the Reader Store40Table of Contents IndexOPTIONS menu of the Reader StorePressing the OPTIONS button ( 17) will display the menu for

Downloading Content41Table of Contents IndexDownloading ContentSelect the eBooks that you wish to purchase, and tap [Buy Now]. Follow the on-screen in

Downloading Content42Table of Contents IndexSubscribing to newspapers/magazinesYou can subscribe to newspapers/magazines in the Reader Store. Go to [S

Downloading Content43Table of Contents IndexWhen a new issue is delivered to the Reader, it will be displayed in the [Home] menu. You can also find th

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer44Table of Contents IndexAccessing the Reader Store with your computerReader™ StoreReader Library softwar

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer45Table of Contents IndexInstalling Reader Library on to your PC or Mac is as easy as these 3 simple step

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer46Table of Contents IndexStep 1: Installing Reader™ Library1 Connect your Reader to your computer using

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer4747Table of Contents IndexTable of Contents IndexNotesThe Reader only charges when the connected compu

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer48Table of Contents Index3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of Reader Libr

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer49Table of Contents IndexStep 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks1 Visit Reader Store and creat

5Table of Contents IndexUseful FeaturesMobile network and Wi-Fi®Connecting to a mobile network ( 35)Connecting to a Wi-Fi network ( 127)Reader

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer50Table of Contents Index2 Purchase and download eBooks.Once you set up your account, you can purchase e

Accessing the Reader Store with your computer51Table of Contents Index2 Click on the eBook that you wish to transfer and drag-and-drop it to [Reader]

52Table of Contents IndexChapter 3Chapter 3Reading Content ...53Browsing Internet Content ...

Reading Content53Table of Contents IndexReading BooksTap [Books] at [Home] menu to view a book list. Tap a desired book to open.Tap to open a bookTa

OPTIONS Menu54Table of Contents IndexOperation at page view : An added note.Tap to view the added note. : Handwritten memo. Tap to show its thumbnail.

OPTIONS Menu55Table of Contents IndexOPTIONS MenuPressing the OPTIONS button ( 17) will display the menu for related supplementary functions.The OPTI

OPTIONS Menu56Table of Contents IndexItem Description/Reference page[Delete Book], [Delete Drawing], [Delete Issue], [Delete Memo]Deletes the curren

OPTIONS Menu57Table of Contents IndexItem Description/Reference page[Notes][List]: Displays the [Notes] list in the content ( 64).[Create/Edit ]: Sho

OPTIONS Menu58Table of Contents IndexItem Description/Reference page[Search]Searches for either content title or words in the contents with the keywor

Annotation59Table of Contents IndexAnnotationBookmarkingCreating:– Double-tap the upper right corner of page. When the pages are displayed in [Two Pa

6Table of Contents IndexJumping to a page ( 77)DictionaryWhen reading a book ( 80)Using Wikipedia ( 84)As an application ( 107)List of pre

Annotation60Table of Contents IndexHighlighting word(s)Highlighting at page view:– A word: Double-tap a word and tap to highlight.– Consecutive wor

Annotation61Table of Contents IndexHandwriting a notePress OPTIONS  tap [Notes]  [Create/Edit]   use a stylus or finger to draw a line.PenLists

Annotation62Table of Contents IndexAdding a note1 Tap a bookmark or highlighted word  [by Drawing] or [by Keyboard].To enter a handwritten note, tap

Finding a Note63Table of Contents IndexNotesWhile writing, make sure that you are not touching another area on the screen – this could affect the no

Finding a Note64Table of Contents IndexFinding a NoteSearching for notes within a book1 Press OPTIONS  tap [Notes]  [List].A list of all the bookma

Finding a Note65Table of Contents IndexIcons and types of note in the [Notes] listIcon Types of noteBookmarkBookmark with a handwritten noteBookmark w

Finding a Note66Table of Contents IndexFinding the notes in all contents1 Tap [All Notes] at [Home] menu.A list of all the bookmarks, highlights, a

Resizing67Table of Contents IndexResizingPress ( 17) for re-sizing.Size indicatorQuitText sizesAdjusting the text size: Select desired text size th

Resizing68Table of Contents IndexChanging a page modeA page can be magnified by selecting the page mode.1 Press  tap [Page Mode].2 Tap a desired

Resizing69Table of Contents IndexZooming inThe current page in view can be magnified. Also, the magnification can be locked so that the desired settin

7Table of Contents IndexTable of ContentsAbout the User Guide ...4Useful Features ...

Resizing70Table of Contents IndexZooming a specified image or column to the screen sizeWhile in zoom-in mode, double-tap an image or column which you

Resizing71Table of Contents IndexUsing the zoom-in modeTap ToSwitch the screen orientation.Fit the page height to the screen height.Fit the page width

Adjusting Content View72Table of Contents IndexAdjusting Content ViewA page that is hard to read, such as a scanned or color converted document, can b

Adjusting Content View73Table of Contents IndexCustom setting mode1 Tap  drag the slider, or tap or repeatedly until the page is adjusted to t

Screen Orientation74Table of Contents IndexScreen OrientationThe screen orientation can be switched to either portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizo

Searching75Table of Contents IndexSearchingBy selecting a word(s)To select a word, double-tap a desired word at page view.To select consecutive wo

Searching76Table of Contents IndexFrom the on-screen keyboard1 Press OPTIONS  tap [Search]  input a word using the on-screen keyboard ( 30)  tap

Jumping to a Page77Table of Contents IndexJumping to a PageBy using the sliderTap the page number shown in the status bar  drag the slider, or tap a

Jumping to a Page78Table of Contents IndexBy page numberTap the page number shown in the status bar  [Enter Page #]  tap the number keys to input a

Jumping to a Page79Table of Contents IndexBy tapping a linkThe link appears highlighted on the screen. Tap the link to jump to the linked page.NoteIf

8Table of Contents IndexGetting ContentAccessing the Reader™ Store Wirelessly ...35Creating a Reader™ Store Account ...

Using Embedded Dictionaries80Table of Contents IndexUsing Embedded DictionariesAn instant search for a meaning or translation is possible with the emb

Using Embedded Dictionaries81Table of Contents Index2 Tap or the definition area.The definition is displayed in the dictionary viewer. To go to the

Using Embedded Dictionaries82Table of Contents IndexTo list words with same head letters as previously entered wordsTap or ( 81).The list of cand

Using Embedded Dictionaries83Table of Contents IndexListing previously looked up words1 At page view, press OPTIONS  tap [Word Logs: Book].The looke

Using Wikipedia84Table of Contents IndexUsing WikipediaA word or text can be searched for using Wikipedia (only when connected to a Wi-Fi network).1

Reading Newspapers / Magazines85Table of Contents IndexReading Newspapers / MagazinesYou can read newspapers/magazines from [Periodicals] in the [Ho

Reading Newspapers / Magazines86Table of Contents Index3 Tap a desired issue in the list.Issue dateFront page headlineScroll barConditional icon disp

Reading Newspapers / Magazines87Table of Contents IndexTipsAnnotations can be added ( 59).Please see  55 regarding OPTIONS menu.To delete an iss

88Table of Contents IndexReading from a Memory Stick™ or SD CardReading from a Memory Stick™ or SD CardYou can transfer purchased content on your comp

89Table of Contents IndexReading from a Memory Stick™ or SD CardReading books on a memory cardTap [Books] at [Home] menu to view a book list, Tap a

9Table of Contents IndexChapter 3Reading ContentReading Books ...53OPTIONS Menu .

Browsing Internet Content90Table of Contents IndexBrowsing WebsiteWebsites can be browsed only when connected to a Wi-Fi network.Before accessing a we

Browsing Website91Table of Contents Index3 Browsing website.TipsDrag the screen to scroll content.Press < (previous) or > (next) to turn th

Browsing Website92Table of Contents Index4 Close the web browser. Press , or press OPTIONS  tap [Continue Reading].NoteBattery consumption increase

Browsing Website93Table of Contents IndexTo display a website by inputting its URL directly1 In the browse home page or Web page view, press OPTIONS.

Browsing Website94Table of Contents IndexAdding a bookmark1 To add a Web page view to Web bookmark, press OPTIONS.2 Tap [Add to Bookmarks]  [OK].To

Browsing Website95Table of Contents IndexTo delete a Web bookmark1 In the Web bookmarks page view, press OPTIONS  tap [View Bookmarks].2 Press OPTI

OPTIONS menu of the [Browser] application96Table of Contents IndexOPTIONS menu of the [Browser] applicationPressing the OPTIONS button ( 17) will dis

OPTIONS menu of the [Browser] application97Table of Contents IndexItem Description/Reference page[Now Playing]Shows the audio player ( 116).[Resume P

Collections98Table of Contents IndexCollectionsCreatingYou can group desired content in your Reader as a collection.1 Tap [Collections] at [Home] m

Collections99Table of Contents IndexTipYou can create/sync a collection by Reader Library. For details, refer to the Reader Library Help.To change a c