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Summary of Contents for Sony PRS-350PC - Reader Pocket Edition&trade
- Page 1 How to get eBooks on Reader™ Click for instant access! For Customers in USA/Canada For Customers in Europe/Australia ©2010 Sony Corporation 4-259-024-11(1)
- Page 2 Getting eBooks Reader Store Reader device Reader Library software Sony Reader™ Library software (Reader Library) will allow you to shop and manage eBooks and other content purchased from the Sony Reader™ Store (Reader Store). Reader Library can also be used to manage eBooks from other sources such as your local public library or Google Books.
- Page 3 Getting eBooks Installing Reader Library on to your PC or Mac is easy. There are simple steps to follow. Step 1: Installing Reader Library ( Step 2: Creating an account and purchasing eBooks ( Step 3: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader™ ...
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Page 4: Step 1: Installing Reader Library
Step 1: Installing Reader Library Step 1: Installing Reader Library Connect your Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Ensure that your Reader is turned on and your computer is switched on, connected to the Internet, and you have Administrator access. For Windows users, go to the “Start”... - Page 5 Step 1: Installing Reader Library Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of Reader Library. A shortcut to Reader Library will be added to your computer desktop (Windows only). Reader Library may start automatically depending on which option you choose just before finishing the installation.
- Page 6 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Visit Reader Store and create an account. Click [eBook Store] in the left-hand menu within Reader Library.
- Page 7 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Create an account on the Reader Store. Note If you have already created an Adobe Account, use your Adobe ID (this is usually your email address) and password when creating your Reader Store account.
- Page 8 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Purchase and download eBooks. Once you set up your account, you can purchase eBooks, subscribe to periodicals and search over 1 million titles from Google Books. You can also borrow eBooks from your local public libraries.
- Page 9 Step 3: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Step : Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Click [Library] in the left-hand menu within Reader Library. Click on the eBook that you wish to transfer and drag-and-drop it to [Reader] in the left- hand menu.
- Page 10 Step 3: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Close Reader Library and disconnect your Reader from the computer. Once Reader Library has closed, the on-screen message on your Reader device will change from [Do not disconnect] to [USB connected]. Once you see [USB connected], it is safe to disconnect your Reader from your computer.
- Page 11 Getting eBooks eBookstore Reader device Reader Library software Sony Reader™ Library software (Reader Library) will allow you to shop and manage eBooks and other content purchased from online eBookstores. To help manage your eBooks, you may need to create an Adobe account. You’ll be asked to do this during the...
- Page 12 Getting eBooks Installing Reader Library on to your PC or Mac is easy. There are 4 simple steps to follow. Step 1: Installing Reader Library ( Step 2: Creating an account and purchasing eBooks ( Step 3: Authorize your computer and Reader™ (one time only) ( ...
- Page 13 Step 1: Installing Reader Library Step 1: Installing Reader Library Connect your Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Ensure that your Reader is turned on and your computer is switched on, connected to the Internet, and you have Administrator access. For Windows users, go to the “Start”...
- Page 14 Step 1: Installing Reader Library Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of Reader Library. A shortcut to Reader Library will be added to your computer desktop (Windows only). Reader Library may start automatically depending on which option you choose just before finishing the installation.
- Page 15 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Visit online eBookstore and create an account. Click [eBook Store] in the left-hand menu within Reader Library. Click a store logo. Reader Library has links to a selection of eBookstores.
- Page 16 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Create an account. In order to buy eBooks from your chosen eBookstore, you will need to set-up an account. Refer to the store’s online “Help” section for more details. Purchase and download eBooks. IMPORTANT Some eBookstores recommend that you install Adobe Digital Editions in order to use their service.
- Page 17 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks Download eBooks. At the end of the eBook buying process, you will be provided with a link on which you can click in order to begin the download of your purchase. IMPORTANT NOTE You will be prompted to either [Open] or [Save] the eBook download.
- Page 18 Step 3: Authorize your Computer and Reader Step: Authorize your Computer and Reader Create an Adobe ID and Password. If this is the first time you have purchased an eBook, Reader Library will prompt you to authorize your computer. Click [Yes] to continue.
- Page 19 Step 3: Authorize your Computer and Reader Prepare for Authorization. If you already own an Adobe account, proceed to step 2 ( 21). If you need to create a new Adobe account, click [Get Adobe ID]. You will then be taken to a web page that will provide further information on the Adobe ID.
- Page 20 Step 3: Authorize your Computer and Reader Create an Adobe account. Once you have the Adobe website displayed on- screen, you will see a link [Create an Adobe Account]. Click on this to begin the set-up process. You will receive step-by-step instructions as you proceed through the registration process.
- Page 21 Step 3: Authorize your Computer and Reader Enter your Adobe ID and Password. Return to Reader Library and enter the e-mail address and password you used to create your Adobe ID. Then click [OK] to continue. Your eBook will now download to your computer. You will find all of your purchased eBooks within the [Library] section of Reader Library.
- Page 22 Step 4: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Step 4: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Click [Library] in the left-hand menu within Reader Library. Select eBooks and drag-and-drop to [Reader]. Select an eBook. Click on the eBook that you wish to transfer and drag-and-drop it to [Reader] in the left-hand menu.
- Page 23 Step 4: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Authorize your Reader. If this is the first time that you have transferred a purchased eBook to your Reader, Reader Library will prompt you to authorise your Reader. Click [Yes] to continue. Once authorised, the transfer will proceed.
- Page 24 Step 4: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader Close Reader Library and disconnect Reader from the computer. Once Reader Library has closed, the on-screen message on your Reader device will change from [Do not disconnect] to [USB connected]. Once you see [USB connected], it is safe to disconnect your Reader from your computer.
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Page 25: Supported File Formats
Supported File Formats Supported File Formats The following file formats can be managed within Reader Library and transferred to your Reader. Book EPUB file (.epub file extension) EPUB (OPS version 2.0) supported PDF file (.pdf file extension) Support is based on the PDF 1.6 specification. BBeB (.lrf or .lrx file extension) Text file (.txt file extension) RTF file (.rtf file extension) - Page 26 Supported File Formats Audio MP file (.mp file extension) The following specifications should be met in order to import an MP file. – Bit rate: 2 to 20 kbps – Sampling frequency: 22.05, 44.1 kHz – File must be unsecured. AAC file (.mp4, .m4a, .mov, or .qt file extension) The following specifications should be met in order to import an AAC file.
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Page 27: System Requirements
System Requirements System Requirements Reader Library will work with the following operating systems. Description Microsoft Windows Windows Starter (2/4 bit) Windows Home Basic Windows Home Premium Windows Professional Windows Ultimate Microsoft Windows Windows Vista Home Basic with Vista (2/4 bit) Service Pack 2 or later Windows Vista Home Premium with... - Page 28 System Requirements Description Apple Macintosh Mac OS X version 10.. or later (2 bit only) Mac OS X version 10.5. or later Mac OS X version 10.4.11 or later Windows: 00 MHz Celeron class processor or better Macintosh: Intel, PowerPC G, G4 or G5 processor 12 MB or more (minimum 512 MB for Windows , Windows Vista)
- Page 29 System Requirements Reader Library is not supported by the following environments: – An operating system other than those included above – Personally built computer or operating system – Multi-boot environment – Multi-monitor environment...