Sony PRS-600 User's Guide

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Page 1 - User’s Guide

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-12(1)PRS-600©2009 Sony CorporationUser’s Guide4-153-621-12(1)Digital Book Reader Jump to the table of contents

Page 2 - Table of Contents

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)10Getting StartedTurning on the ReaderSlide the POWER switch to turn on the Reader. Make sure to turn on the Reader before c

Page 3

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)100Reading BooksTo highlight a word(s) from the Option menu In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Create/E

Page 4 - Settings

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)101Reading BooksNotesOnce you tap (Highlight marker) / (Eraser), it will remain active until you tap another item in th

Page 5 - Picture file to the Reader

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)102Reading BooksMarking up a book page by handwriting (“Create/Edit Notes”)You can freely mark up a book page using the supp

Page 6 - Parts and Controls

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)103Reading BooksNoteDuring the markup operation, the current page is saved by performing the operations, such as pressing

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)104Reading BooksAdding a comment to a bookmark or highlightYou can add a comment to a bookmark or highlighted word. There ar

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)105Reading Books Tap “by Drawing.”The Comment editor with the freehand tool bar appears.Drawing areaComment editor Draw

Page 9 - Removing the supplied stylus

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)106Reading BooksAdding a comment using the on-screen keyboard In the book page, tap the desired bookmark or highlighted wo

Page 10 - Turning on the Reader

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)107Reading Books Enter your comment using the on-screen keyboard ( page 65). HintsUp to 2048 characters can be input i

Page 11 - To turn off the Reader

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)108Reading BooksTo view a commentTap a bookmark or highlight with on a book page.The Comment viewer appears.Page number of

Page 12 - Getting Started

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)109Reading BooksSelecting a note (“Create/Edit Notes”)You can display the “Notes” list by tapping “ Notes” in the tool bar.

Page 13 - Charging the Reader

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)11Getting StartedTo turn off the ReaderSlide the POWER switch again.The Reader turns off. After turned off, the Reader enter

Page 14 - Charge indicator

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)110Reading BooksHintsYou can also create notes (excluding markups and handwritten comments) in eBook Library. In eBook Li

Page 15 - To check the battery status

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)111Reading BooksUsing the Option menu of the “Notes” ListPress the OPTIONS button to open the Option menu.(“Now Playing” app

Page 16

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)112Reading BooksHiding notes (“Hide Notes”)Notes, such as bookmarks, highlights and markups in a book can be hidden/shown fr

Page 17 - Installing eBook Library

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)113Reading BooksDisplaying book information (“Info”)You can check book information, such as title, author, book cover thumbn

Page 18 - How to Use the Touch Screen

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)114Reading BooksItems DescriptionExpiration dateThis field is only displayed when a book with DRM and an expiration date is

Page 19 - Dragging

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)115Reading BooksAbout screen division when screen orientation is set to horizontalWhen set to horizontal, the book page is d

Page 20 - Dragging and Holding

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)116Creating Drawings and Text MemosCreating Drawings and Text MemosYou can create either a handwritten drawing or a text mem

Page 21 - Handwriting

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)117Creating Drawings and Text Memos HintWhen more than 8 drawings are stored, the scroll bar appears on the right side of

Page 22 - How to Use the Home Menu

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)118Creating Drawings and Text Memos Start to draw in the drawing area.Drawing editorDrawing area HintTo erase a line, t

Page 23 - To return to the Home menu

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)119Creating Drawings and Text MemosHow to use the drawing editorDrawing editor (Pen) (Eraser)To drawWith (Pen) selected, d

Page 24 - About the Home menu

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)12Getting StartedHintYou can activate/deactivate the Power Management from “Power Management” in the “Settings” menu ( pag

Page 25

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)120Creating Drawings and Text MemosTo close the drawing editorTo save and close the current drawing, tap “Done.” To close wi

Page 26 - Searching notes

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)121Creating Drawings and Text MemosTo edit a drawingIn the drawing viewer, tap “Edit” to display the tool bar. Edit the draw

Page 27

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)122Creating Drawings and Text Memos HintsWhen more than 9 text memos are stored, the scroll bar appears on the right side

Page 28 - Tap a note

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)123Creating Drawings and Text Memos Enter text on the input area using the on-screen keyboard ( page 65)Close iconText mem

Page 29

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)124Creating Drawings and Text MemosTo view a text memo In the “Text memo” list, tap the desired text memo. Press the <

Page 30

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)125Creating Drawings and Text MemosUsing the Option menu of the Handwriting and Text Memo listsPress the OPTIONS button to o

Page 31 - To customize the Home menu

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)126Creating Drawings and Text MemosOption menus of the drawing and text memo viewersOption menu of the drawing viewerOption

Page 32 - “Pictures.”

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)127Playing Audio FilesPlaying Audio FilesPlaying audio files transferred from your computerYou can play back MP3 and AAC fil

Page 33 - Inserting a Memory Card

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)128Playing Audio Files HintsThe content on the memory card also appears in the “Audio” list.When more than 10 tracks ar

Page 34

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)129Playing Audio FilesTo close the Playback screenPress the OPTIONS button to display the Option menu, and tap “Return to Li

Page 35

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)13Getting StartedCharging the ReaderAbout chargingYou need to charge the Reader when using it for the first time, or when th

Page 36 - SD Memory

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)130Playing Audio FilesOperations on the Playback screenOn the Playback screen, you can perform the following operations.Play

Page 37 - Importing Content

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)131Playing Audio FilesUsing the Option menu of AudioPress the OPTIONS button to open the Option menu.(“Now Playing” appears

Page 38 - Source view

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)132Playing Audio FilesOption menu of the Playback screenOption item Description/Reference pageRepeat Off (default setting):

Page 39

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)133Viewing PicturesViewing PicturesViewing pictures transferred from your computerYou can view BMP/JPEG/GIF/PNG files on the

Page 40

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)134Viewing Pictures HintsThe content on the memory card also appears in the “Pictures” list.When more than 10 pictures

Page 41

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)135Viewing PicturesHintsThe Size menu of the Picture viewer can be displayed by pressing the (Size) button. In the Size m

Page 42

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)136Viewing PicturesTo zoom in/out a pictureYou can zoom in/out a picture. On the Picture viewer, press the (Size) button to

Page 43

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)137Viewing PicturesUsing the Option menu of PicturesPress the OPTIONS button to open the Option menu.(“Now Playing” appears

Page 44 - Transferring Content

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)138Viewing PicturesOption menu of the Picture ViewerOption item Description/Reference pageSlideshow On/OffStarts/Stops a sli

Page 45 - The Reader is turned on

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)139SettingsChanging SettingsYou can configure various settings in the “Settings” menu.NoteIf you perform an invalid operat

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)14Getting Started Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. appears on the Reader and charging sta

Page 47

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)140Settings In the “Settings” menu, select the setting item you want to change.Illustrations below show the “Date and Ti

Page 48

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)141SettingsSettings menu itemsIn the “Settings” menu, you can configure the following settings.Setting item DescriptionDate

Page 49

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)142SettingsSetting item DescriptionPower ManagementActivates or deactivates the Power Management.On (default setting): Aft

Page 50

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)143SettingsSetting item DescriptionPage Turn GestureChanges the drag direction to turn pages. (default setting): Proceeds t

Page 51

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)144SettingsSetting item DescriptionMenu LanguageSets the language of the displayed menu or messages.Available languages: “En

Page 52

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)145SettingsSetting item DescriptionAboutDisplays the firmware version of the Reader, the product name, license information,

Page 53

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)146SettingsAdvanced Settings menu itemsIn the “Advanced Settings” menu, you can configure the following settings.Setting ite

Page 54 - Reading Books

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)147SettingsSetting item DescriptionCalibrate Touch ScreenLets you calibrate the touch screen by following the on-screen inst

Page 55

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)148SettingsSetting item DescriptionDictionarySets the dictionary used. The type of dictionary is automatically set according

Page 56 - To return to the “Books” list

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)149SettingsSetting item DescriptionFormat MemoryFormats the internal memory of the Reader or memory card. Formatting will er

Page 57 - To close the Option menu

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)15Getting StartedWhen the Reader is charged fully, the charge indicator (lights up in red while charging) goes off, and th

Page 58 - Sorting a list

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)150TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf the Reader does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.

Page 59

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)151TroubleshootingNotesIf you reset the Reader and connect it to your computer without turning it on, the Reader is not re

Page 60 - Scroll bar

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)152Troubleshooting Look for information about the issue on one of the support Web sites.For customers in the USA:http://ww

Page 61 - “List” (default) “Thumbnail”

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)153TroubleshootingPowerSymptom Cause or corrective actionBattery cannot be charged (the charge indicator does not light up).

Page 62 - On-screen keyboard

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)154TroubleshootingSymptom Cause or corrective actionThe Reader cannot be turned on. Moisture condensation may have occurred

Page 63 - “Search Results” list

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)155TroubleshootingScreenSymptom Cause or corrective actionIt takes time for the display to appear. In a cold place such as

Page 64

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)156TroubleshootingReading/playing/viewing contentsSymptom Cause or corrective actionA book cannot be read. A book with copy

Page 65

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)157TroubleshootingSymptom Cause or corrective action“Continue Reading” does not work or the bookmarks are missing. If the f

Page 66 - To delete a character

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)158TroubleshootingConnection to the computerSymptom Cause or corrective actionThe Reader cannot be operated during USB conne

Page 67

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)159TroubleshootingSymptom Cause or corrective actionThe Reader cannot be recognized. Use the supplied USB cable. There may

Page 68

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)16Getting StartedNoteIf the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears. Charge the battery ( page 13).

Page 69 - Operations on the book page

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)160TroubleshootingSymptom Cause or corrective actionContent cannot be transferred to the Reader from your computer. The USB

Page 70 - Turning a page

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)161TroubleshootingeBookSymptom Cause or corrective actionAn eBook cannot be read. You may not have signed up or performed a

Page 71 - Tapping operations

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)162TroubleshootingMemory cardSymptom Cause or corrective actionContent on a memory card cannot be read/played/viewed. Check

Page 72 - Page Jump panel

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)163TroubleshootingRestoring default settingsYou can restore all the default settings of the Reader.The default settings will

Page 73

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)164TroubleshootingItems Default settingsSettings menuPower Management OnPage Turn Gesture Left-to-right to turn to the next

Page 74

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)165Troubleshooting Tap “Yes” to restore default settings.To cancel the operation, tap (Back). Follow the on-screen inst

Page 75 -  (Previous View)

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)166TroubleshootingUninstalling eBook LibraryTo uninstall the supplied software from your computer, follow the procedures bel

Page 76 - Using the Useful Features

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)167Other InformationUpdating the Reader Device SoftwareBy updating the Reader device software, you can ensure your Reader ha

Page 77

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)168Other InformationAbout Books Pre-installed on the ReaderThe Reader is pre-installed with sample content so that you can t

Page 78 - Looking up other words

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)169Other InformationNotes on Reader DisposalThe built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the

Page 79 - Adjusting the text size

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)17Getting StartedInstalling eBook LibraryeBook Library is the content management software you use with the Reader.NotesAn

Page 80

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)170Other InformationPrecautionsDisposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and o

Page 81

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-12(1)171Other InformationDisposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate

Page 82 - Zooming in/out

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-12(1)172Other InformationFor more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civi

Page 83 - To scroll a magnified page

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)173Other InformationThe following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the USA.

Page 84

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)174Other InformationIf you have any questions about this product:Visit:www.sony.com/readersupportContact:Sony “Digital Book

Page 85

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)175Other InformationFor Customers in the USA and CanadaRECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESLithium-ion batteries are recyclable.Y

Page 86

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)176Other InformationOn heat build-upHeat may build up in the Reader while charging, or if it is used for an extended period

Page 87

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)177Other InformationNote on useReplacement or repair of the touch screen if broken or scratched during use is not covered

Page 88 - To close the numeric keyboard

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)178Other InformationDo not use the stylus if it is damaged or deformed.Depending on the types of the text and characters

Page 89 - (“History”)

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)179Other InformationNotes on memory cardsAbout “Memory Stick Duo” Memory Card“Memory Stick Duo” Memory Card is a high-capaci

Page 90

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)18Getting StartedHow to Use the Touch ScreenUsing the touch screen, you can perform various operations with a finger or with

Page 91 - Search result page

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)180Other InformationYou cannot record or delete data stored in a memory card when its erasure prevention switch is locked.

Page 92

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)181Other InformationOn softwareCopyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or

Page 93

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)182Other InformationOn CleaningClean the case of the Reader with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses.I

Page 94 - Edit Notes”)

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)183Other InformationOn CopyrightsThe contents of each book pre-installed on this product are copyrighted works, edited with

Page 95 - The tool bar appears

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)184Other InformationThis product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (<

Page 96 - To close the tool bar

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)185Other Informationlibgcclibstdc++makeMAKEDEVmtdprocpsuClibcudevUSB driverutil-linuxzlibThese source codes are available on

Page 97 - To display a bookmarked page

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)186Other InformationSpecificationsModel namePRS-600Power sourceBuilt-in rechargeable battery: DC 3.7 VAC adapter: DC 5.2 VUS

Page 98

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)187Other InformationSystem requirementsThe following are requirements to use eBook Library.OSMicrosoft Windows VistaWindows

Page 99 - The word is highlighted

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)188Other InformationIndexSymbols (“Continue Reading”) ...54 (“Books”) ...54 (“All Notes

Page 100 - Highlighted word

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)189Other InformationHHeadphone jack ...7Highlight ...98Hole for ha

Page 101 - Continued

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)19Getting StartedDouble-tappingBy tapping twice (double-tap) on the touch screen, you can create bookmarks ( page 94), highl

Page 102 - (“Create/Edit Notes”)

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)190Other InformationSSD Memory Card ...33, 179Search ...29, 56, 62, 84, 90, 111Setting ...

Page 103 - Thumbnail of the marked page

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)Table of ContentsIntroductionWhat You Can Do with the Reader ... 5Getting Start

Page 104 - Adding a comment by drawing

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)20Getting StartedDouble-tapping and draggingBy double-tapping and dragging on the touch screen, you can select consecutive w

Page 105 - Comment editor

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)21Getting StartedHandwritingUsing the supplied stylus or a finger, you can create drawing on the touch screen ( page 102, 10

Page 106

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)22Getting StartedHow to Use the Home MenuThe Home menu is the starting point to read/play/view content, create a drawing/tex

Page 107

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)23Getting Started In the Home menu, tap (“Books”). Tap the desired book on the “Books” list.If more than 10 books ar

Page 108

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)24Getting StartedAbout the Home menuIn the Home menu, frequently used items are arranged by default. To display other items,

Page 109

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)25Getting StartedMenu item Description (Collections)*1Displays the list of collections created by eBook Library ( page 30).

Page 110

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)26Getting StartedSearching notesUsing the Reader, you can highlight a word(s), create a bookmark, or mark up a book page. Al

Page 111 - Option item Description

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)27Getting Started In the Home menu, tap (“All Notes”).The list of all the bookmarks, highlights and markups on the Reade

Page 112 - Hiding notes (“Hide Notes”)

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)28Getting StartedIcons Descriptions Sentences displayed in the headlineHighlight on a word(s). Highlighted word.Highlight c

Page 113 - Items Description

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)29Getting StartedUsing the Option menu of the “All Notes” listPress the OPTIONS button to open the Option menu.(“Now Playing

Page 114

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)Switching the list display format ...61Searching for a book with a keyword ...

Page 115 - > (Page Turn) button

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)30Getting StartedSelecting a book from the “Collections” listUsing eBook Library, you can group books by genre or author, et

Page 116 - Creating Drawings and Text

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)31Getting StartedTo customize the Home menuOf the Home menu items, “Handwriting,” “Text Memo,” “Audio,” “Pictures” and “Sett

Page 117 - Tap “New Drawing.”

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)32Getting Started Tap the item that you want to display on the left bottom of the Home menu.The tapped item is placed on t

Page 118 - Drawing editor

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)33Getting StartedInserting a Memory CardYou can use the following memory cards with the Reader.NoteThe Reader has separate

Page 119 - How to use the drawing editor

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)34Getting StartedWhen inserting the memory card into the Reader, it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content

Page 120 - To view a drawing

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)35Getting Started Insert a memory card in the  direction with its label side up until it clicks into the place.NoteThe

Page 121 - Creating a text memo

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)36Getting StartedRemoving a memory card from the Reader Gently push in the memory card.You will hear a click, and the memo

Page 122 - Tap “New Memo.”

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)37Importing and Transferring ContentImporting ContentAuthorizing the Reader and your computerBefore purchasing and downloadi

Page 123 - Input area

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)38Importing and Transferring Content Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable.eBook Library starts

Page 124 - To view a text memo

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)39Importing and Transferring Content Follow the store instructions.To download Adobe DRM-protected filesWhen you download

Page 125

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)Playing audio files transferred from your computer ...127Using the Option menu of Audio ...

Page 126 - Orientation

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)40Importing and Transferring ContentDownloading eBooks from eBook storeYou can download eBooks from an online eBook store to

Page 127 - Playing Audio Files

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)41Importing and Transferring ContentHinteBooks can be read on eBook Library using your computer. For details on eBook Libr

Page 128

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)42Importing and Transferring Content Start eBook Library. Click “Import Files” on the “File” menu.The “Import Files” dia

Page 129 - To close the Playback screen

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)43Importing and Transferring ContentFile type (file extension)DescriptionRTF file (.rtf) A document file format that can con

Page 130

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)44Importing and Transferring ContentTransferring ContentTransferring content to the ReaderYou can transfer (copy) the conten

Page 131

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)45Importing and Transferring ContentNotesIf the Reader is locked, it will not be recognized on your computer and content c

Page 132

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)46Importing and Transferring Content Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable ( page 14).eBook Lib

Page 133 - Viewing Pictures

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)47Importing and Transferring Content Click “Library” in the Source view, then click (List view).The View area is switche

Page 134 - Tap (Back)

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)48Importing and Transferring ContentNotesIf there is not enough free space on the internal memory of the Reader, content m

Page 135

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)49Importing and Transferring Content Slide the POWER switch.The Reader is turned on.NoteIf the Reader does not turn on,

Page 136 - To zoom in/out a picture

What You Can Do with the ReaderFirst, read the Quick Start to prepare the Reader for use. Initially after purchase, you need to charge the Reader batt

Page 137

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)50Importing and Transferring Content Click “Library” in the Source view, then click (List view).The View area is switche

Page 138

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)51Importing and Transferring ContentTo transfer content back to eBook Library Slide the POWER switch.The Reader is turned

Page 139 - Changing Settings

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)52Importing and Transferring ContentSynchronizing content in Library with the ReaderYou can synchronize content in eBook Lib

Page 140 - Numeric Keys

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)53Importing and Transferring Content Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable ( page 14).eBook Lib

Page 141 - Settings menu items

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)54Reading BooksReading BooksFollow the steps below to find books transferred from your computer.NoteIf you perform an inva

Page 142

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)55Reading Books Tap the desired book on the list. (Expiration): Indicates days remaining until expiration. “Expired” is di

Page 143

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)56Reading BooksTo return to the “Books” listPress the OPTIONS button to display the Option menu, and tap “Return to List.”Us

Page 144

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)57Reading BooksOption item Description/Reference pageOrientation Switches the screen orientation (vertical/horizontal) ( pag

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)58Reading BooksSorting a listYou can sort the lists of books, collections, notes, audio files and pictures. Here the instruc

Page 146 - Advanced Settings menu items

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)59Reading BooksAbout the index bar and scroll barIf more than 10 items are stored in a list, the index bar or scroll bar app

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)Parts and Controls Touch screenThe touch screen gives you simple access to the various functions on the Reader ( page 18).

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)60Reading BooksIndex bar with iconsThis bar appears when you sort the “All Notes” or “Notes” list “by Type.”Respective icons

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)61Reading BooksSwitching the list display formatYou can choose to display the list format in either “List” or “Thumbnail” vi

Page 150 - Troubleshooting

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)62Reading BooksSearching for a book with a keywordUsing the on-screen keyboard, you can search for a desired book, note or w

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)63Reading Books Tap “Search.”The “Search Results” list appears.Books including the input word in their titles/authors are

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)64Reading BooksSearch target and criteriaSearch target and criteria (metadata) vary depending on the type of Option menu as

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)65Reading BooksHow to use the on-screen keyboardThe Reader provides “United States,” “United Kingdom,” “French,” “German” an

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)66Reading BooksTo input symbols, tap “Symbols” to display the symbol keyboard. You can also tap “@#$” to display another t

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)67Reading BooksCharacters available from the pop-up windowIf you tap and hold a character key, optional characters will pop

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)68Reading BooksCharacter key Selectable characterssUuYyZz!?Continued

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)69Reading BooksOperations on the book pageOn the book page screen, you can perform the following operations.Size indicatorCu

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1) (Size) buttonDisplays the Size menu ( page 79, 136).You can adjust the text size and zoom in/out a page or picture from

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)70Reading BooksTurning a pageDrag on the touch screen.To go back to the previous page, drag on the page the opposite direc

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)71Reading BooksTapping operationsDouble-tapping on the top right corner of a book pageYou can add/remove a bookmark ( page

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)72Reading BooksTapping the page number at the bottom of the screenYou can jump to the desired page from the Page Jump panel

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)73Reading BooksDouble-tapping a wordYou can highlight ( page 99), search ( page 90), or look up the word ( page 76) from t

Page 163 - Restoring default settings

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)74Reading BooksTapping a bookmark or a highlighted word(s)You can add a comment by text/handwriting to the tapped bookmark/h

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)75Reading BooksTo use the links of eBooks files on the ReaderYou can use the links on a BBeB, PDF or EPUB file.The link appe

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)76Reading BooksUsing the Useful FeaturesYou can use the various features to enhance readability.Embedded dictionariesYou can

Page 166 - Uninstalling eBook Library

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)77Reading Books In the book page, double-tap the desired word.The pop-up menu appears, in which the headline of the word d

Page 167 - Software

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)78Reading BooksTo close the dictionary viewerTap .Looking up other wordsYou can view a list of words found by the same keyw

Page 168 - About sample content

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)79Reading BooksNoteWhen using the embedded dictionary, you cannot input alphabet with umlaut or accent. The tap and hold o

Page 169 - Notes on Reader Disposal

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1) Hole for hand strapUsed to attach the hand strap (optional). Holes for cover attachmentUsed to attach the cover (option

Page 170 - Precautions

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)80Reading Books Tap “M,” “L,” “XL” or “XXL.”The text size is changed, and the text and layout of the book page are adjuste

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)81Reading BooksHintsWhen the texts on a PDF or EPUB file are magnified, the page is divided into multiple sections. To dis

Page 172 - Owner’s Record

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)82Reading BooksZooming in/outThe book page enters zoom mode by tapping “ Zoom In” on the size menu ( page 79). In the boo

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)83Reading BooksTo scroll a magnified pageWhen the book page is zoomed in, / / / appear at the edges of the screen. You can

Page 174 - Declaration of Conformity

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)84Reading BooksUsing the Option menu of the book pagePress the OPTIONS button to open the Option menu of the book page.The O

Page 175 - On safety

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)85Reading BooksOption item Description/Reference pageReturn to List Closes the book and goes back to the list from which you

Page 176 - On the headphones

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)86Reading BooksJumping to pages (“Go to Page”)You can jump to pages using the Page Jump panel. There are two ways to perform

Page 177 - Note on use

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)87Reading Books Drag the slider, or tap a point on the Page Jump bar.The page is displayed based on the slider position in

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)88Reading Books Tap the number key to input the page number.The input number is displayed in the input area. To delete the

Page 179 - Notes on memory cards

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)89Reading BooksGoing back to previously displayed pages (“History”)You can go back to previously displayed pages. In the b

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)About the serial numberThe serial number is for customer registration purposes. The number is on the label on the rear of th

Page 181 - On software

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)90Reading BooksSearching a book for keywords (“Search”)You can search for keywords by using the on-screen keyboard ( page 65

Page 182 - On Cleaning

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)91Reading Books Tap (Search).The search result page containing the input word(s) appears. The results are highlighted on

Page 183 - On Copyrights

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)92Reading BooksTo search from the Option menu In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Search.”The on-screen

Page 184 - Dear customers

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)93Reading Books Tap  (Next Search) to skip to the next page that contains the input word(s).The next page containing th

Page 185 - Other Information

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)94Reading BooksCreating a bookmark on a book page (“Create/Edit Notes”)You can create a bookmark on a book page for your fut

Page 186 - Specifications

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)95Reading BooksTo create a bookmark from the Option menu In the book page, press the OPTIONS button, then tap “Create/Edit

Page 187 - System requirements

PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)96Reading Books Tap (Bookmark).The upper right corner of the page is shown as folded, and the color of in the tool bar

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)97Reading BooksNotesWhen you delete a bookmark with a comment, the comment will also be removed. Tap “Yes” in the confirma

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)98Reading BooksHighlighting a word(s) (“Create/Edit Notes”)You can highlight a word(s) on a book page.There are two ways to

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PRS-600.GB.4-153-621-11(1)99Reading BooksTo highlight a word(s) by double-tapping In the book page, double-tap the desired word, then tap (Highligh

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