Reader
Getting Started
1 Checking the package contents
The Reader comes installed with a| • Reader (with Soft cover and | • Quick Start Guide (this |
| Stylus) (1) | manual) (1) |
| • USB cable (1) | • Flyers |
| • | • Memory slot protective |
| - eBook Library software | inserts (2) |
| - User’s Guide |
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2 Guide to Parts and Controls
3 Charging
First, charge the Reader battery, as battery power may not be sufficient immediately after purchase.
Turn on the Reader.Connect the Reader to your computer via USB cable. Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. The indicator lights up red while charging, and goes off when charging is complete.
| Charge indicator | Slide POWER switch |
How to Use
6 Importing eBooks from “The eBook Store from Sony” to eBook Library
You can purchase (download) eBooks from the online eBook Store from Sony to your computer.
Hint•The following explains how to import/transfer/read eBooks. For details on other content formats supported by the Reader, refer to the User’s Guide included on the
Note
•To purchase (download) eBooks, you need to prepare an Internet- accessible environment on your computer.
Turn on the Reader, then connect it to your computer using the supplied USB cable.
Slide POWER switch.8 Operating the Touch Panel
On the touch panel, you can perform various functions by using your finger or the supplied stylus.
TappingBy tapping on the touch panel, you can select an item on the menu or list, etc.10 Using the Advanced Features
The Reader has various advanced features to enhance its usability. You can use them from the menus displayed by pressing the SEARCH button, the (Size) button or the OPTION button.
•Search menu: The Search menu enables you to find a book or a keyword.•Size menu: The Size menu enables you to adjust text size, and zoom in/out a Book page.
•Option menu: The Option menu enables you to create Notes, jump to a page, etc.Adjusting the text sizeYou can adjust the text size to enhance the readability from the Size menu. In the Size menu, tap the desired size icon.
| Book page in “S” size | Book page in “L” size |
Quick Start Guide
Guide de démarrage
PRS-700
Portable Reader System| ©2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China |
The serial number provided for this unit is required for customer registration. The number is on a label on the back of the unit. Do not remove the label.
Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the back of the unit. Record them in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers in the spaces whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ___________________________Serial No. ___________________________Note on use•Replacement or repair of a broken or scratched touch panel is not covered by the warranty.
•Do not drop or submit the Reader to excessive shock.•Do not poke people using the supplied stylus.•Do not treat or use the supplied stylus roughly by bending it, or scratching the touch panel with it.
•Use the supplied stylus only for the operation on the touch panel.•Do not use a damaged or deformed stylus.On CopyrightsThe contents of each book
Copyright laws prohibit copying the data of this product or the contents of this manual (illustrations, related documents, etc.) in whole or in part without the permission of the copyright holder. Additionally, use of the data of this product or the contents of this manual is not allowed without Sony’s permission except for personal use.
The supplied stylus enables you to perform precise operations such as highlighting, on the touch panel.
Removing the supplied stylusThe supplied stylus is stored on the right side of the Reader. Pull it out from the top when you use it.
| To USB connector | USB cable |
•When you connect the Reader to your computer, 
(indicating connection via a USB) is displayed on the Reader’s screen. If the battery has been fully depleted, it takes approximately 5 minutes
until 
is displayed, during which time you will not be able to turn on the Reader by the POWER switch. In this case, wait until 
is displayed.
The charge indicator lights up in red while 
is not displayed, while the Reader is charging.
•If the remaining battery power of a connected notebook computer is low, charging via USB connection may not be possible.
•If you connect the Reader to a notebook computer which is not connected to an AC outlet, the battery of the notebook computer will be drained. Do not leave the Reader connected to a notebook computer which is not connected to an AC outlet for an extended period.
Hint
•The Reader can also be charged by connecting to an AC outlet using the AC Adaptor for Reader
For longer battery life
The Reader has a Power Management feature to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. The Power Management operates as follows:
• After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters sleep mode automatically while the battery power is consumed slightly.
• After 5 days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shutdown and stops consuming the battery power.
*If the battery power is at a low level, the Reader will shutdown after 60 minutes of inactivity.
To shutdown the Reader manuallyYou can shutdown the Reader in one of the following ways.• Slide the POWER switch and hold it for more than 3 seconds.• Use “Device Shutdown” in the Settings menu. For details, refer to the User’s Guide.
USB cableHint
•When you connect the Reader to your computer with eBook Library started, the date and time of the Reader is automatically synchronized with your computer clock.
Click the Start menu, then select “All Programs” – “Reader” – “eBook Library” to start eBook Library.
Click “eBook Store” in the Source view of eBook Library. The eBook Store page appears.
Follow the instructions in the store to authorize the Reader and your computer.
Authorization is required only on the first visit to the eBooks Store from Sony.
Follow the instructions in the store to purchase (download) eBooks.Downloaded eBooks are automatically imported to “Library” in the Source view of eBook Library.
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Hint
•eBooks can be read in eBook Library using your computer. For more information about using eBook Library, refer to the eBook Library Help.
By tapping twice
By dragging on the touch panel, you can turn a page, drag a magnified page in Zoom mode or select a word to highlight.
Hint
•You can reverse the direction of dragging in the Settings menu. For details, refer to “Changing Settings” in the User’s Guide.
Dragging and HoldingBy holding on the touch panel after dragging, you can turn pages repeatedly.To create a bookmark or a highlight, use the tool bar, which can be displayed by tapping “Create/Edit Notes” in the Option menu. To create a comment, use the Comment editor, which can be displayed by tapping a bookmark or a highlighted word.
| Tool bar | Comment editor |
Input screenHighlighted wordRead to learn about advanced features
Included with the Reader is this Quick Start Guide and the User’s Guide. Additionally, after installing the supplied eBook Library, you can refer to the Help within eBook Library.
User’s GuideContains instructions for advanced features of the Reader and troubleshooting information.
Browsing the User’s Guide on your computer•“Memory Stick”, “Memory Stick Duo”, “Memory Stick PRO”, and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
•Bitstream is a registered trademark, and Dutch, Font Fusion, and Swiss are trademarks, of Bitstream Inc.
•Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries.
•Adobe, the Adobe logo, Reader and PDF are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
•MPEG
All other system names and product names appearing in this document are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective manufacturers. Further, the trademark ™ and registered trademark ® symbols are not indicated throughout this document.
Program ©2008 Sony CorporationDocumentation ©2008 Sony CorporationNote
When you put the supplied stylus back into the holder, make sure to insert it fully to the bottom of the holder.
SD Memory Card slotUsed to insert a SD Memory Card (optional).“Memory Stick Duo” slotUsed to insert a “Memory Stick Duo” Memory Card (optional).POWER switchSwitches on/off the Reader.4 Installing eBook Library
Turn on the computer and start Windows.Log on using an account with administrator privileges and connect to the Internet with your computer.
Insert the supplied
Subsequently, install the User’s Guide as well by selecting “Install
If the installation is not successful, refer to “When installation is not successful – Q&A” on this Quick Start Guide.
7 Transferring eBooks from your computer to the Reader
Check that eBook Library is running and that the Reader is connected to your computer using the USB cable. “Reader” appears in the Source view of eBook Library.
Click “Library” in the Source view, then click 
(List view). The View area is switched to the List view and all the content in Library is listed.
Library 
9 Reading eBooks on the Reader
Home Menu
(Back)
OPTION| < / > (Page Turn) | (Size) |
Hint
•To view the User’s Guide, Adobe Reader or Acrobat needs to be installed.Adobe Reader can be downloaded by selecting “Get Adobe® Reader®” on the launcher.
eBook Library HelpThe PDF file of the User’s Guide is provided on the supplied
What You Can Do with Reader
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Portable Reader System
Getting Started
Read this manual for initial preparation.•Charge the Reader.•Install eBook Library on your computer.Importing
Import eBooks from an online eBook store, or from your computer.Downloaded eBooks*1
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Content (book/audio/ picture files, etc.)*1 Online eBook store*2 Content that you already have can also be transferred. For details on content type compatible with the Reader, refer to the User’s Guide.
Transferring
Transfer content from your computer to theReader using eBook Library.Reading/Playing/Viewing
Enjoy content on the Reader. < /
You can also turn pages using the touch panel.(Back) buttonReturns to the previous menu.Hole for hand strapUsed to attach the hand strap (optional).
(Light) SwitchSwitches on/off the Hint
•You can also start eBook Library by clicking the Start menu and then selecting “All Programs” – “Reader” – “eBook Library.”
5 Customer registration
It is recommended that you perform customer registration by registering your contact information, which enables Sony to send you information regarding technical support, software updates, etc.
Select “Product Registration Website” on the launcher.System requirementsThe following are requirements to use eBook Library.OS |
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| Microsoft | Windows Vista Home Basic |
| Windows Vista | Windows Vista Home Premium |
| Windows Vista Business |
| Windows Vista Ultimate |
Microsoft | Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition |
| Windows XP | Windows XP Professional |
| Windows XP Media Center Edition |
| Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 |
| Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 |
| CPU | 800 MHz Celeron class processor or better |
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| RAM | 128 MB or more (minimum 512 MB for Windows Vista) |
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| Free space on | 20 MB or more |
| hard disc | Depending on the content amount, more space may |
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| Monitor | High Color or more, 1024 × 768 pixels or more (True |
| Color, 1280 × 1024 pixels, or more recommended) |
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•Internet connection (broadband recommended, some fees may apply) is also required on your computer.
•This software is not supported by the following environments:-An operating system other than those included above-Personally built computer or operating system-UpgradedQ2Were you logged on as an “Administrator,” did you close all running software programs before beginning the installation?
A2 Log on as “Administrator.”Close all running software programs, including background programs such as
A3 If the
Q4Is the progress bar in the installation window moving, and the access lamp of the CD drive flashing?
A4 When the bar is moving and the lamp is flashing, the installation is still in progress. Please wait for the installation to finish.
If the solutions listed here do not resolve the issue, refer to “Support” in this Quick Start Guide.
Hint
•For the latest information on eBook Library and to download any software updates, visit the Web site:
For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/readersupportFor customers in Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/About sample dataThe Reader isIf you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it, and nor will be supplied with any replacement data.
•When you click “Books,” “Audio” or “Pictures” in the Source view, only their respective content types are displayed.
• When you click (Thumbnail view), content can be displayed as thumbnails.Select the content you want to transfer from the list. To select multiple content, click the content while holding down the Ctrl key.
Drag the content from the list to “Reader” in the Source view.The content is transferred to the Reader.Reader
Notes
•Do not disconnect the USB cable from the Reader while data is being transferred.
•Safely disconnects the Reader from your computer once all transfer activity has been completed. Before you disconnect the
Reader, click (Eject) button, and then disconnect from the computer.•Do not leave the Reader connected for extended periods to a notebook computer that is not connected to AC power, because the Reader may drain the computer’s battery.
•If the computer enters a power saving mode, such as the system suspend, sleep or hibernation while the Reader is connected to the computer directly, the Reader battery will not be charged. Instead, the Reader will continue to draw power from its battery, discharging it.
On transferring via a memory card•To transfer eBooks to a memory card on the Reader, insert the memory card in the Reader, then follow the above steps (except drag and drop the content on “Memory Stick on Reader/SD Card on Reader” in step 4). For details, refer to “Transferring content via a memory card” in the User’s Guide.
•With a memory card slot on your computer or a memory card reader, you can also transfer content directly to the memory card and then insert it in the Reader.
If a memory card is inserted in your computer or a memory card reader, the memory card icon appears in the Source view. Follow the above steps (except drag and drop the content on “Memory Stick on PC/SD Card on PC” in step 4) to transfer to a memory card.
•When inserting the memory card into the Reader, it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content files in the memory card if the capacity of the content files stored on the memory card is large.
Hint
•You can also purchase and transfer Adobe DRM protected content using Adobe Digital Editions 1.5 or later.
For details about usage or support, refer to the Adobe information page at the following web site: http://www.adobe.com/go/digitaleditions_us
| HOME | SEARCH |
(Books). The Book list appears.There is an index bar on the right side of the list, in which books are sorted alphabetically. If your desired book is not displayed in the list, tap the initial letter of the book.
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Tap the desired book in the list. The cover page of the book appears. If you have read the book before, the last displayed page of the book appears.
On the Book page, drag on the pageor press the > (Page Turn) button to turn a page.To return to the previous page, drag the opposite direction or press the < (Page Turn) button.
To close the bookPress the
(Back) button.To return to the Home menuPress the HOME button.Support
If you encounter an issue, try the following.•If you cannot install eBook LibraryRefer to “When installation is not successful – Q&A” in this Quick Start Guide.•For other issuesRefer to the “Troubleshooting” section in the User’s Guide.
If the issue persistsVisit the support site.For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/readersupportFor customers in Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ 
If the issue still persists
Contact Sony Support. For customers in the USA: Phone number: