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PRS-505
Portable Reader System
© 2007, 2008 Sony Corporation
3-277-508-11(1)

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  • Page 1 Reader Jump to the table of contents User’s Guide PRS-505 Portable Reader System © 2007, 2008 Sony Corporation 3-277-508-11(1)

  • Page 2: About The Manuals

    About the Manuals Included with the Reader is the Quick Start Guide and this User’s Guide. Additionally, after installing eBook Library software from the supplied CD-ROM, you can refer to the Help within eBook Library. Browsing the User’s Guide Browsing this Guide on your computer Click the Start menu in the bottom left of the Desktop, then select “All Programs”...

  • Page 3: Using The Ebook Library Help

    Using the eBook Library Help Refer to the eBook Library Help for details about using eBook Library, such as importing books to your computer and transferring them to the Reader. Follow the steps below to start eBook Library and browse Help.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About the Manuals ... 2 Browsing the User’s Guide ...2 Using the eBook Library Help ...3 Introduction What You Can Do with Reader ... 7 Guide to Parts and Controls ... 8 Basic Operations Menu Operations ... 13 Turning on Reader ...
  • Page 5 Reading/Playing/Viewing Content Reading Books ... 36 Reading books transferred from your computer ...36 Jumping to the specified number page directly ...43 Switching screen orientation (vertical/horizontal) ...44 Displaying the book information ...45 Sorting the Book list...46 Selecting a book from the Collection list ...49 Creating a bookmark on a page ...50 Reading previously displayed pages ...53 Deleting a book ...54...
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 72 Restoring default settings ...80 Uninstalling eBook Library ... 81 Other Information Updating the Reader’s Firmware ... 82 About Books Pre-installed on Reader ... 83 Notes on Reader Disposal ... 84 Precautions ... 85 On safety ...87 On installation ...87 On heat build-up ...88 On the headphones ...88...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction What You Can Do with Reader First, read the Quick Start Guide to prepare the Reader for use. Initially after purchase, you need to charge the Reader battery, and install the dedicated software “eBook Library” and the software “Adobe Digital Editions” on your computer. Once initial preparation is complete, you can transfer content from your computer to the Reader to take anywhere you wish.

  • Page 8: Guide To Parts And Controls

    Guide to Parts and Controls Front  Enter button* To decide an item or apply a setting, press the Enter button. /// buttons*  To select an item or scroll around the screen, press  (left),  (up),  (down), or  (right). In this manual, the operation of the ////Enter buttons are explained as follows.
  • Page 9  MENU button To return to the previous screen or show a menu. ( page  (page) / (>/<) buttons To turn the page or proceed/return to the next (>)/ previous (<) content. (  Number (1 – 9,0) buttons To select the numbered items on the screen or input numeric values on the Setting menu.
  • Page 10  Holes for soft cover attachment The soft cover is attached when purchased. ( Folds open in use Note • Do not leave the Reader in a high temperature conditions, as it may damage the soft cover.  (size) button To zoom in/out a page or picture.
  • Page 11  (Headphones) jack  To connect headphones (optional). (  VOLUME +/– buttons To adjust the volume. ( To mute the sound, press and hold the VOLUME +/– buttons. To restore the sound, press the VOLUME +/– buttons again. Rear ...
  • Page 12 About the serial number The serial number provided for the Reader is required for the customer registration. The number is on the label on the rear of the Reader. Do not remove the label. Removing/attaching the soft cover Removing the soft cover ...

  • Page 13: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Menu Operations You can switch between screens, read/play/view content, or set items, using the ////Enter buttons, number buttons, or MENU. Example: screen transition diagram of the Home menu – Book list – Option menu – Book page Press MENU to return to the previous screen.
  • Page 14 Hints • By pressing and holding switched (vertically/horizontally). ( • By using the number buttons, corresponding numbered items can be selected. • By pressing and holding MENU, the screen can be returned to the Home menu. (size), screen orientation can be page...

  • Page 15: Turning On Reader

    Turning on Reader Slide the POWER switch in the direction of  to turn on the Reader. Slide the POWER switch. The Reader turns on. It may take a few moments to turn on the Reader and the start-up screen to appear when used for the first time, after a reset or shut down, or when the battery has depleted.
  • Page 16 About the Sleep Mode (resume function) You can set the Reader to automatically enter sleep mode. In sleep mode, the Reader automatically turns off if no operation is performed for 60 minutes (resume function). The previously displayed screen appears when turned on by sliding the POWER switch from this state.

  • Page 17: About Charging

    About charging Charging the Reader is required when using for the first time. Turn on the Reader, and then charge in one of the following two ways. • Connect to a computer via USB (Refer to the Quick Start Guide page 28).
  • Page 18 You can verify the remaining battery power by checking the indicator in the bottom left of the screen. Charge the battery when remaining power is low (the fewer black segments indicated, the lower the remaining power). Note • If the remaining battery power is low, the following warning appears.

  • Page 19: Inserting A Memory Card

    Cards. miniSD Card adaptor (sold separately) required. Notes • An operation check is performed when using a “Sony Memory Stick Duo” of up to 16 GB, however, operation of all “Memory Stick Duo” is not guaranteed. • An operation check is performed when using an SD Memory Card of up to 16 GB, however, operation of all SD Memory Cards is not guaranteed.
  • Page 20 Inserting a memory card into the Reader  Remove the plastic cards from the “Memory Stick Duo” slot and SD Memory Card slot. The plastic cards are inserted in the “Memory Stick Duo” slot and the SD Memory Card slot at purchase. When not using the memory card, insert the plastic card into the slot.
  • Page 21  Insert a memory card in the  direction with its label side up until it clicks into the place. Note • The Reader has separate slots for “Memory Stick Duo” and the SD Memory Card. Be sure to insert the memory card in the correct slot.
  • Page 22 Removing a memory card from the Reader  Gently push in the memory card. You will hear a click, and the memory card pops out. “Memory SD Memory Stick Duo” Card  Remove the memory card squarely from the “Memory Stick Duo” slot or the SD Memory Card slot.

  • Page 23: Importing Content

    Importing Content Importing eBooks from eBook Store You can download eBooks from an online eBook store to your computer. Notes • To download eBooks, you need to prepare an Internet-accessible environment on your computer. • You need to authorize eBook Library and the Reader with Adobe Digital Editions.
  • Page 24  Follow the page instructions to purchase (download). You can download eBooks using Adobe Digital Editions. Hints • eBooks can be read on eBook Library using your computer. For details on eBook Library operations, refer to the eBook Library Help. • eBook Library and the Reader support interoperability with Adobe Digital Editions 1.5 or later.

  • Page 25: Importing Content From Your Computer

    Importing Content from Your Computer You can import content files stored on your computer into Library of eBook Library. You can import the following content files. • Book PDF file* , EPUB file* BBeB Book • Audio MP3 and AAC format audio files (unsecured) –...

  • Page 26: Importing Content Files

    Importing content files You can select content files stored on your computer and import them into Library.  Click the Start menu, then select “All Programs” – “Reader” – “eBook Library” to start eBook Library.  Click “Import Files” on the “File” menu. The “Import Files”...

  • Page 27: Transferring Content

    Transferring Content Transferring Content to Reader Connected with Your Computer You can transfer (copy) the content in the Library to the Reader. You can also transfer downloaded content to the Reader using Adobe Digital Editions. For details about usage or support of Adobe Digital Editions, refer to the Adobe information page at the following web site: http://www.adobe.com/go/digitaleditions_uk.
  • Page 28  Connect the Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. USB cable (supplied) “Reader” appears in the Source view of eBook Library. A screen appears on the Reader, indicating that it is connected to the computer. Notes • If “Reader” does not appear in the Source view after connecting the Reader to your computer, disconnect the USB cable from the Reader, then reconnect it after a while.
  • Page 29  Click “Library” in the Source view, then click view). The View area is switched to the List view and all the content in the Library is listed. Hints • When you click “Books,” “Audio” or “Pictures” in the Source view, only their respective content is displayed.

  • Page 30: Transferring Content Via A Memory Card

    Hint • You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the Reader by transferring the data from your computer using Windows Explorer. Notes • If there is not enough free space on the memory of the Reader, content may not be transferable.
  • Page 31  Insert a memory card into the Media slot of the Reader. ( page “Memory Stick/SD Card on Reader” appears in the Source view.  Click “Library” in the Source view, then click view). The View area is switched to the List view and all the content in Library is listed.
  • Page 32 (  Delete any unnecessary book on the Reader. ( • Do not delete files in the folder under “Sony Reader,” and files in “Sony Reader,” using Windows Explorer. Perform data management on eBook Library.
  • Page 33  Click “Reader” in the Source view, then click view). The View area is switched to the List view and all the content in Library is listed. Hints • When you click “Books,” “Audio” or “Pictures” in the Source view, only their respective content is displayed.

  • Page 34: Synchronizing Content In Library With Reader

    Synchronizing content in Library with Reader You can synchronize content in the Library of eBook Library with the Reader by specifying a folder (such as “Library” or the sub-items under “Library”). The Reader can be automatically updated to match the content in the Library, when you connect it to your computer.
  • Page 35 Hints • eBook Library also starts synchronizing content in Library with the Reader automatically in the following situations:  When you start eBook Library after connecting the Reader to your computer.  After a period of time when any changes have been made to the specified folder.

  • Page 36: Reading/Playing/Viewing Content

    Reading/Playing/Viewing Content Reading Books Reading books transferred from your computer Follow the steps below to read books transferred from your computer.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Books by Title,” then press Enter. The Book list appears. If the contents of the book on the Reader and the memory card exceed 30 items, the Index menu appears.
  • Page 37 Hints • The content on the memory card also appears in the Book list. • In addition to /, you can also select an item by pressing the same number button as indicated on the number tab. • To display the rest of the list, press > (repeatedly). •...
  • Page 38 About the Option menu The book title is displayed. To open the last displayed page. To open the first page of the book. To open the final page of the book. To open the Bookmark list. ( page To open the table of contents of the book or the bookmarks of the PDF file, if contained in the book/PDF file.
  • Page 39 Book types supported by the Reader The following are the book types supported by the Reader and their characteristics. eBook (.lrf and .lrx file extension) PDF file* (.pdf file extension) EPUB file* (.epub file extension) Text file (.txt file extension) RTF file (rtf.
  • Page 40 Operations on the Book page screen On the Book page screen, the following operations can be performed. Size indicator Current page number/ total page number Button Operation > button To proceed to the next page (press); jump 10 pages ahead of the current page (press and hold).
  • Page 41 Button Operation (size) To zoom in/out a page. button Every time you press magnified in steps and returns to the original scale after the maximum magnification. • The scale switches in 3 steps ( , at the bottom of the screen). •...
  • Page 42 About screen view of a magnified page If you zoom in on a Book page by pressing characters on the page are magnified. The text is reflowed in the Book page screen, and the original page is divided into multiple divided sections. To display the next section, press > . Notes •...

  • Page 43: Jumping To The Specified Number

    Jumping to the specified number page directly You can jump directly to a page by inputting the page number with the number buttons.  On the Book page screen, press the number buttons to input the page number. The input page number appears in the center of the page.

  • Page 44: Switching Screen Orientation (Vertical/Horizontal)

    Switching screen orientation (vertical/ horizontal) Screen orientation (including menu screens) can be switched in the following 2 ways. • Press and hold Press and hold • Configure the setting from the Setting menu. About screen division when screen orientation is set to horizontal When set to horizontal, the Book page is divided into 2 parts (upper and lower).

  • Page 45: Displaying The Book Information

    Displaying the book information You can display the book information, such as the title, author, book cover thumbnail, etc.  In the Option menu, press / to select “Info,” then press Enter. The book information appears. Options Description Book cover Displays the book cover thumbnail.

  • Page 46: Sorting The Book List

    Sorting the Book list On the Book list of “Books by Title”, books are sorted by title alphabetically. You can also sort books by author or date. If the contents of the book on the Reader and the memory card exceed 30 items, the Index menu appears. The Book list can be further sorted by selecting the category item in the Index menu.
  • Page 47  Press / to select how to sort the Book list, then press Enter.  Press / to select the desired book from the list, then press Enter. The Option menu appears.  Press / to select how to open the book, then press Enter.
  • Page 48 About the Index menu Index menu of “Books by Title” and “Books by Author” When selecting “Books by Title” and “Books by Author” You can select the first character of the book’s title or author. A Book list sorted alphabetically by title or author, starting with the selected characters, appears.

  • Page 49: Selecting A Book From The Collection List

    Selecting a book from the Collection list You can select and read a book from the list of collections created on eBook Library. Hint • For details on how to create or transfer a collection, refer to the eBook Library Help. ...

  • Page 50: Creating A Bookmark On A Page

    Creating a bookmark on a page You can create a bookmark on a page you may wish to return to.  On the Book page screen, press desired page. The mark appears in the top right corner of the page. If you press removed.
  • Page 51 To open the desired page from the Bookmark list  In the Option menu, press / to select “Bookmarks,” then press Enter. The Bookmark list appears.  Press / to select the desired page, then press Enter. Hints • Bookmarks can also be created in the eBook Library. The bookmarks created on the Reader or eBook Library will be retained when you transfer books between the Reader and eBook Library.
  • Page 52 To remove all bookmarks in the current book  In the Option menu, press / to select “Utilities,” then press Enter.  Press / to select “Remove All Bookmarks,” then press Enter. All bookmarks in the current book are removed. Note •...

  • Page 53: Reading Previously Displayed Pages

    Reading previously displayed pages The Reader stores all displayed pages in memory for easy recall at any time.  On the Book page screen, press . As you press  repeatedly, previously displayed pages appear in reverse order. To show the displayed page history ...

  • Page 54: Deleting A Book

    Deleting a book You can delete a book on the Reader and the memory cards.  In the Option menu, press / to select “Utilities,” then press Enter.  Press / to select “Delete Book,” then press Enter.  Press (MARK) to delete the current book.

  • Page 55: Playing Audio Files

    Playing Audio Files Playing audio files transferred from your computer MP3 and AAC files (unsecured) can be played back on the Reader. You can also read books while listening to an audio file. ( page When listening to audio files, connect the optional headphones to the headphone jack.

  • Page 56: Operations On The Playback Screen

    • To display the rest of the list, press > (repeatedly). • If an invalid operation is performed, the screen. • If an audio file is played, “Now Playing” can be selected on the Home menu and the Playback screen can be displayed. •...

  • Page 57: Reading Books While Playing An Audio File

    Button Operation > button To skip to the next track. < button To skip to the previous track. / To rewind/fast-forward the track. Enter button To stop/restart playing the track. VOLUME +/– To adjust the volume. buttons Reading books while playing an audio file You can read books while listening to an audio file.
  • Page 58  Press / to select how to open the book, then press Enter. The Book page screen appears. While an audio file is played, the volume indicator appears at the bottom of the screen. Hint • To stop playback, press MENU 3 times to return to the Home menu, select “Now Playing”...

  • Page 59: Viewing Pictures

    Viewing Pictures Viewing pictures transferred from your computer BMP/JPEG/GIF/PNG files can be viewed on the Reader.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Pictures,” then press Enter. The Picture list appears. Hints • The content on the memory card also appears in the Picture list. •...

  • Page 60: Operations On The Picture Viewer

     Press / to select the desired picture from the list, then press Enter. The Picture appears. Operations on the Picture viewer On the Picture viewer, the following operations can be performed. Current picture number/ total picture number Size indicator Button Operation >...
  • Page 61 To scroll the magnified picture If you zoom in the picture by pressing (size), / / / appear at the edges of the screen. Press /// to scroll the screen. To view a slideshow of pictures You can view a slideshow of pictures. With the slideshow set to on, select the desired picture with which to start the slideshow from the Picture list.

  • Page 62: Setting Screen Orientation

    Settings Setting screen orientation Screen orientation (including menu screens) can be set to vertical/horizontal.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter. The Setting menu appears.  Press / to select “Orientation,” then press Enter. The orientation is switched from vertical to horizontal.

  • Page 63: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time You can set the date and time displayed on the Reader.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter. The Setting menu appears.  Press / to select “Date and Time,” then press Enter. ...

  • Page 64: Setting The Slideshow

    Setting the Slideshow Follow the steps below to configure the slideshow settings.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter. The Setting menu appears.  Press / to select “Slideshow,” then press Enter. The Slideshow setting screen appears. ...

  • Page 65: Setting The Sleep Mode (Resume Function)

    Setting the Sleep Mode (Resume Function) You can set the Reader to automatically enter sleep mode. In sleep mode, the Reader automatically turns off if no operation is performed for 60 minutes (resume function).  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter.
  • Page 66 Notes • The default setting of Sleep Mode is “On.” • In the following states, the Reader does not automatically turn off if no operation is performed for 60 minutes. – When connecting the computer using the supplied USB cable –...

  • Page 67: Setting The Advanced Settings

    Setting the Advanced Settings You can lock the Reader, format the built-in flash memory, and shut down the Reader. Locking the Reader You can lock the Reader by setting a password. Follow the steps below.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter.
  • Page 68 Press the number buttons to input the password, press  to select “OK,” then press Enter. Note • Be careful not to forget the password. If you lost your password, please call Sony Support Center.

  • Page 69: Formatting The Internal Memory

    Formatting the internal memory You can format the built-in flash memory of the Reader. If the memory is formatted, all content will be erased. Note • Be sure to verify the content in memory prior to formatting and transfer any necessary content to the hard disk of your computer or other device.

  • Page 70: Shutting Down Reader

    Shutting down Reader If you will not be using the Reader for several days, the power consumption of the battery can be minimized by shutting down the Reader.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter. The Setting menu appears.

  • Page 71: Checking Version Information For Reader

    Checking Version Information for Reader The product name and the firmware version of the Reader can be displayed.  In the Home menu, press / to select “Settings,” then press Enter. The Setting menu appears.  Press / to select “About,” then press Enter. The About screen appears.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If the Reader does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.  Reset the Reader by pressing the Reset button with a small pin or clip. The content and settings stored on the Reader are not affected by resetting, and no information is erased.
  • Page 73 Efficiency of the battery will be improved by repeatedly charging and discharging.  The battery needs to be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony Service Center.  The battery has not been given enough time to charge fully. Charge the battery until the indicator goes off.
  • Page 74 Power (continued) Symptom The Reader cannot be turned on. Screen Symptom It takes time for the display to appear. Cause or corrective action  Moisture condensation may have occurred. Wait for a few hours and then turn on the Reader. ...
  • Page 75 Reading/playing/viewing contents Symptom A book cannot be read. An audio file cannot be played back. Sound is not output.  Raise the volume if it is set low. A picture cannot be displayed. The data on Continue Reading, Bookmark or History of some files is missing.
  • Page 76 Connection to the computer Symptom The Reader cannot be operated during USB connection. The Reader cannot be recognized. Cause or corrective action  The Reader cannot be operated while it is connected to a computer.  Is the power of the Reader turned on? Is the USB cable connected properly? Verify the above and try again.
  • Page 77 Connection to the computer (continued) Symptom Content cannot be transferred to the Reader from your computer. There is no response from eBook Library during communication with the Reader. The Reader becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer. The Reader’s battery cannot be charged.
  • Page 78 eBook Symptom An eBook cannot be read. Cause or corrective action  You may not have signed up for the service or authorized which is necessary for reading eBooks. Authorize your computer and the Reader.  You may have tried to read the content owned by another user.

  • Page 79: Memory Card

    Memory card Symptom Content on a memory card cannot be read/played/ viewed. Content cannot be transferred to a memory card. A memory card cannot be recognized. Cause or corrective action  Check that the memory card is inserted in the Media slot in the correct direction.

  • Page 80: Restoring Default Settings

    Restoring default settings All default settings of the Reader can be restored. Notes The following occurs when you restore the default settings. • The screen orientation setting will be vertical. • The password will be erased and the device lock released. •...

  • Page 81: Uninstalling Ebook Library

    Click “Start” – “Control Panel.”  Double-click “Add/Remove Programs.” *  Click “eBook Library by Sony” in the “Currently Installed Programs” list, then click “Remove.” * Follow the on-screen instructions and restart your computer. The uninstallation is complete when the computer has restarted.

  • Page 82: Other Information

    Reader has the latest features. The latest firmware updates can be performed from the update menu on eBook Library from “Help” – “Check for Updates.” For details on updates, refer to the eBook Library Help or the following website. http://support.sony-europe.com/eBook/PRS...

  • Page 83: About Books Pre-Installed On Reader

    About Books Pre-installed on Reader The Reader is pre-installed with sample data so that you can try it out right away. The pre-installed sample data is for the purpose of trial reading, viewing and listening. About sample data The Reader is pre-installed with sample data. If you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it, and we will not supply any replacement data.

  • Page 84: Notes On Reader Disposal

    Notes on Reader Disposal The built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the battery yourself, consult Sony Support Center.

  • Page 85: Precautions

    Precautions Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
  • Page 86 Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directive The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

  • Page 87: On Safety

    On safety • Do not insert any foreign objects in the DC IN jack of the Reader. • Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the Reader with metallic objects. On installation • Never subject the Reader to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration.

  • Page 88: On Heat Build-Up

    On heat build-up Heat may build up in the Reader while charging, or if it is used for an extended period of time. On the headphones Road safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.

  • Page 89: Notes On Memory Cards

    Notes on memory cards About “Memory Stick Duo” “Memory Stick Duo” is a high-capacity compact IC recording media. Not only can you exchange data among “Memory Stick Duo” compatible devices, but also you can use as an external removable data storage. About SD Memory Card SD Memory Card complies with compact memory card standard and is commonly used as a storage media for...
  • Page 90 • Do not disassemble or modify a memory card. • Do not allow a memory card to get wet. • Avoid the following to prevent data damage. Sony does not provide any guarantee for damaged data. − Remove a memory card or turn off the Reader while reading or writing data.

  • Page 91: On Software

    • In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this Reader.

  • Page 92: On Cleaning

    • Recorded content is limited to private use only. Use of the content beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. • Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the Reader or computer.

  • Page 93: On Copyrights

    Sony’s permission except for personal use. • SONY and the SONY logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • BBeB, BBeB Book, and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 94: About Gnu General Public License

    • This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (<http://www.openssl.org/>) Copyright © 1998-2006 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft. com). This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). For details on OpenSSL License, refer to “openssl.txt” on the CD-ROM. 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 registered trademark ® symbols are not indicated throughout this document. Program ©2006, 2007, 2008 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2006, 2007, 2008 Sony Corporation About GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Dear customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Included with this product is the following software which applies to GPL/LGPL. You may obtain, modify and redistribute the source codes of the software. bash fileutils findutils glib glibc grep hardhatutils and Continued...
  • Page 95 These source codes are available on the web site. Access the following web site to download. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ Note that Sony accepts no inquiries concerning the contents of these source codes. For details on GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, refer to “GPL (English).rtf,” “GPL (French).rtf,” “LGPL (English).rtf”...

  • Page 96: Specifications

    Specifications Model name PRS-505 Power source Built-in rechargeable battery: DC 3.7 V AC power adapter: DC 5.2 V Battery life (continuous playback) Approx. 6800 pages with EPUB contents (when the battery is fully charged) User available capacity Approx. 192MB Available storage capacity of the Reader may vary. Operating temperature 5 to 35 °C (41 to 95 °F) Dimensions (w/h/d)

  • Page 97: Index

    Index Symbols (MARK) button ...10, 50 (page) ...9 (size) button ...10 < buttons ...9 > buttons ...9 /// buttons ...8 Adobe Digital Editions ...7, 23, 25, 27, 39, 51 Advanced Settings ...67 Device Lock...67 Device Shutdown ...70 Format Internal Memory ...69 Audio file ...55 Battery ...18 BBeB Book ...25...
  • Page 98 Import...23 Content...25 eBooks...23 Index.menu..46,.48 Indicator..9 Information..45 Link...41 Manual..2 Media.slot...9,.19 “Memory.Stick.Duo”.slot..9 SD.Memory.Card.slot...9 Memory.Card..19 “Memory.Stick.Duo”..19,.89 MENU.button...9,.13 NEXT.button...40 Number.button..9,.37,.40,.55,.59 Number.tab..37,.55,.59 Option.menu...13,.38 Picture...59 POWER.switch...9,.15 Reading.books..36 while.playing.an.audio.file...57 Reset...72 Reset.button.
  • Page 99 Updating ...82 USB ...28 USB connector ...10, 28 Vertical ...44, 62 VOLUME button ...11...

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