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    Click for instant access! Table of Contents Index ©2010 Sony Corporation User Guide PRS-650 Digital Book Reader 4-257-661-11(3)
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    CONGRATULATIONS Your Reader Touch Edition™ comes with these useful features:  Clear touch - a high quality touch screen that allows you to navigate effortlessly by swiping to turn pages, tap to bookmark, take notes and highlight.  Font Zoom - increase or decrease the
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    organize your library on your Reader™ to find the book you want to read.  Never lose track of time with the clock* view (whenever the OPTIONS button is pressed). * Set the time using the [Date and Time] setting ( 90). For more details, please refer to this User Guide. Table of Contents Index 
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    Useful Features Annotation  Bookmarking ( 39)  Highlighting word(s) ( 40)  Handwriting a note ( 41)  Adding a note ( 42) Resizing  Adjusting the text size ( 47)  Changing a page mode ( 48) Zooming in ( 49) Adjusting Content View ( 52) Table of Contents Index 
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    Searching  Finding notes within a book ( 44), among books ( 46)  Searching keywords ( 55)  Searching a book ( 34) Jumping to a page ( 57) Dictionary  When reading a book ( 60)  As an application ( 82)  List of previously looked up words ( 63) Reading Periodicals ( 65) Collection
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    Other Applications  Handwriting ( 77)  Text Memo ( 80)  Picture Viewer ( 83)  Audio Player ( 85) Supported File Formats ( 121) Specifications ( 19) Table of Contents Index 
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    Chapter 1 Getting Started 8-20 Parts and Controls 8 Charging the Reader 12 Power Saving Tips 14 How to Get eBooks 17 Support 18 Specifications 19 Table of Contents Index 
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    . Follow the instructions on the screen. *1 Battery consumption is minimized in sleep mode. *2 For details about [Standby Screen], see  94.  Charge/Busy indicator Red: Charging in progress Orange: When booting/shutting down/internal memory access Off: Off/Sleep mode/Reader in operation Table
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    Memory Stick Duo™ SD card media Parts and Controls  Mark  Mark  Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot  Memory card access indicator Lights up in orange during memory card access.  SD card slot Note  Please see  114 regarding memory card usage.  Stylus For more precise operations, use the supplied
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    Parts and Controls  Touch screen ( 23) Lightly tap the screen either with a finger, or the supplied stylus ) button ( 47) Shows a utility to change text size, zoom a page and select a page mode.  OPTIONS button ( 31) Shows the menu for relevant optional functions. Table of Contents Index 10
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    .   Headphones jack   Micro USB connector ( 12) Used for transferring data and charging the Reader.  RESET hole ( 96)  Holes for optional cover attachment With the same hole in the left top corner of the Reader, an optional accessory cover can be attached. Table of Contents Index 11
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    Charging the Reader Charging the Reader Charge your Reader by connecting it to your computer with the USB cable (supplied). The time to completely charge a depleted battery is about 3 hours with a USB connection, or about 2 hours by the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). Begin Charging Charge
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    USB. Status indicators during charging Icon and message [Charging battery] [Charging complete] Status Charging in progress. The battery icon does not indicate remaining battery power during charging. Fully charged [Charging stopped] The Reader is not charging its battery. Follow the on-screen
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    Power Saving Tips Power Saving Tips Charging Battery  To fully charge your Reader, continue charging until indicator shows completion of charge ( 12).  Charging a completely depleted battery will take 3 hours when connected to the USB port of a powered on computer, 2 hours when connected to the
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    power requiring operations The following cases may consume more power.  Graphics intensive content  Playing audio files  Photo slideshow with a excessive number of contents in a memory card  ePub and PDF files partially conforming to document standard  Annotation, keyword search and dictionary
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    Tips Tips to save Power  If you do not use the Reader for more than one day, power off the Reader completely ( 8, 89).  Do not leave the Reader uncharged for a prolonged period of time. This may reduce the charging capability.  We recommend the optional AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). The performance
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    the above initial steps. Here is how to access the instructions. PC: From the "Start" menu, click "My Computer" ("Computer" in the case of Windows Vista, Windows 7) and then double-click the "READER" drive. Drag the "How to get eBooks on Reader" file and drop it on the desktop. Mac: Double-click
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    check "Troubleshooting" ( 96) and refer to the Reader Library Help to resolve the issue. Support Web site and contact list: USA: www.sony.com/readersupport Phone number: 1-866-962-7669 Canada: www.sony.ca/readersupport Phone number: 1-877-899-7669 Europe: support.sony-europe.com/eBook/PRS Australia
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    using a text based content in ePub format and a fully charged battery, consecutive page-turns at approximately one second per page under the recommended operating temperature. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns and individual device. User available capacity Approx. 1.4 GB after
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    Specifications Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 118.8 × 168 × 9.6 mm (4 3/4 × 6 5/8 × 13/32 inches) Mass Approx. 215 g card slot Please see  114 regarding memory card usage. Optional Accessories: AC Adapter for Reader (PRSA-AC1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Table
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    Chapter 2 Basic Operation 22 Reading Content 36 Collections 68 Applications 76 Settings 88 Troubleshooting 96 Appendix 106 Table of Contents Index 21
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    Basic Operation About the User Guide When using your Reader to view this User Guide, please note the following instructions. To use the page links Tap the page link to jump to the page directly (e.g.,  4). To return to the previous page, press OPTIONS  tap [Go
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    Screen You can perform various touch operations with a finger or the supplied stylus. ( 9) Single-tapping: for selecting an item Double-tapping: for bookmarks ( 39), instant dictionary search ( 60), word search ( 55),
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    Tip  To delete a bookmark, double-tap it. Touch Screen Swiping In the page view, swiping the screen turns a page. To change page turn preference, see  90. Swiping and holding Swipe and hold the page to turn pages repeatedly. Table of Contents Index 24
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    Touch Screen Dragging In zoom-in mode ( 49), tap and drag to reposition the displayed page. In the [Handwriting] ( 77) application or [Create/Edit] function ( 41), handwriting on the screen can be performed with the supplied stylus ( 9) or a finger. Double-tapping and dragging Double-tap the
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    On-screen keyboard Touch Screen The on-screen keyboard is used for word search ( 55), creating a text memo ( 42, 80), and dictionary search ( 62). Input area To Edit Delete a character Finish inputting Perform at input area Tap to place the cursor. Tap to place the cursor and tap to delete a
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    Touch Screen To Insert line feed Perform at input area Tap [Return]. Note  [Return] is invalid with [Search]. Switch the keyboard Tap [123] to switch to the symbol type keyboard. To return, tap [Abc]. Switch the character Tap to switch to the upper-case type keyboard. Tap to switch to
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    Touch Screen To input optional characters Tap and hold an applicable character key will pop up optional characters. Table of Contents Index 28
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    to list book(s) ( 36) Newly loaded book(s) Collection list ( 68) Bookmarks and annotations ( 46) Reader settings ( 88) [Home] menu More applications ( 76) Status bar ( 30) Periodicals ( 65) Tip  [New Delivery] appears when a periodical is transferred. Table of Contents Index 29
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    mode ( 54). Current page position indicator when in either 2 or 3 column split mode ( 48). Page Indicator. Tap this to jump to another page ( 57). Current time indicator. Reader An invalid operation. Audio playback in background. Battery status indicator ( 13). Table of Contents Index 30
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    read page of the content. [Delete Book], [Delete Drawing], [Delete Issue], [Delete Memo] Deletes the currently-viewed book, drawing, issue or text memo from the Reader. Table of Contents Index 31
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    audio, books, [Delete Books], collections, drawings, issues, text [Delete Collections], memos, notes or pictures from the [Delete Drawings], Reader ( 74). [Delete Issues], [Delete Memos], [Delete Notes], [Delete Pictures] [Delete Word Logs] Selects and deletes previous dictionary word
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    ], [Protect Memos], [Protect Pictures] OPTIONS Menu Description/Reference page Creates a new collection ( 68), a drawing ( 77) or a text memo ( 80). [List]: Displays the [Notes] list in the content ( 44). [Create/Edit ]: Shows tools to bookmark, highlight, handwrite and remove annotations ( 41
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    Select Standby Screen] Selects pictures for the standby screen ( 84). [Shuffle On]/ [Shuffle Off ] Plays all audio files in a random order ( 87). [Slideshow On]/ [Slideshow Off ] Starts/Stops a slideshow of pictures ( 83). [Sort:] Changes sort order of the list ( 36). [View:] Changes the
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    OPTIONS Menu Item Description/Reference page [Word Logs: Book] Within either a book or a periodical, [Word Logs: Periodical] shows a list of the last 100 words previously searched in the dictionary ( 63). [Word Logs: Dictionary] Within a dictionary, shows a list of the last 100 words previously
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    [Home] menu to view a book list. Tap a desired book to open. Tap to previous page Tap to change sorting order Title Date of transfer to Reader Tap to open a book Conditional icon display ( 37) Scroll bar Tips  About the OPTIONS menu, see  31.  To transfer eBooks to the
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    Conditional icon Reading Books Icon Condition Newly transferred or unread content. Protected content ( 75). / Content on a memory card. Days to the expiration date. [Expired] is displayed when a book has expired. Table of Contents Index 37
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    Operation at page view Swipe the screen to turn page : Handwritten memo. Tap to show its thumbnail. Tap the thumbnail to display in full size. Reading Books Double-tap to bookmark : An added note. Tap to view the added note. Double-tap to open Tap to jump to dictionary/search/ another page add
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    Annotation Bookmarking Creating: - Double-tap the upper right corner of page ( 23). - From the OPTIONS menu: [Add Bookmark] ( 31) - From the OPTIONS menu: [Notes]  [Create/Edit] ( 41) Deleting: Double-tap a bookmark. Adding a note in a bookmark: See  42. Table of Contents Index 39
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    and drag ( 25). - At pop-up tool window, tap marker to highlight. Quit Marker - Highlighting can be done in the OPTIONS menu: [Notes]  [Create/Edit] ( 41). Deleting: - From the OPTIONS menu: [Notes]  [Create/Edit] ( 41). Adding a note in a highlight: See  42. Table of Contents Index 40
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    Edit]  a stylus or finger to mark your note. Marker Eraser Pen Bookmark  use Auto save and quit Lists notes in the content ( 44) Deleting a drawn line/highlight: Tap and stroke across the drawn line or highlight. Notes  While writing, make sure that you are not touching Reader: - avoid
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    Drawing area Eraser To enter a memo with typed in text ( 26), tap [by Keyboard]. Note  When adding a note to the highlighted text in [Create/ Edit], unselect any annotation tool icon and then tap the highlight. 2 Enter a note  tap [Done]. will be attached to the bookmark or highlight. To view
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    touching on your Reader: - avoid applying excessive pressure to the screen. - try not to handwrite or draw too quickly. - the notes functionality is not designed for very detailed drawings or for writing small characters. To edit a note Tap a bookmark or highlight with  [Edit]  edit
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    Finding a Note Finding a Note Searching for notes within a book 1 Press OPTIONS  tap [Notes]  [List]. A list of all the bookmarks, highlights, and handwritten memos in the current book appears. Tap to change sort type Headline Annotated page number Types of note ( 45) Tip  About the OPTIONS
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    Bookmark with a text note Highlight Highlight with a handwritten note Highlight with a text note Handwritten memo Tip  You can set to merge the notes of the Reader and Reader Library when synchronizing. For further instructions, refer to Reader Library Help. Table of Contents Index 45
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    Finding a Note Finding the notes in all contents 1 Tap [All Notes] at [Home] menu. A list of all the bookmarks, highlights, and handwritten memos in all contents appears. Tap to change sort type Headline Annotated date/Book or Periodical title/Issue date/ Annotated page number Types of note ( 45)
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    ) for re-sizing. Resizing Quit Text sizes Size indicator Adjusting the text size: Select one of text size icons and close. Notes When you view PDF files in a size other than [S], the following may occur.  [S] size is the default font size. If another size is selected, text size may not change
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    dividing the page into six. Expands the page to a full page. *1 Depending on the content, you may not be able to enlarge a page. *2 [Full page] mode is only effective when the screen is in landscape display ( 54). Note  In order to attach a handwritten memo, the page
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    Zooming in Resizing The current page in view can be magnified. Also, the magnification can be locked so that the desired setting can be maintained. This feature is useful when reading a book containing scanned images. 1 Press  tap [ Zoom In]. Tip  Pressing and > simultaneously at the page view
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    to the screen size While in zoom-in mode, double-tap an image or column which you wish to magnify. The image or column size is magnified automatically to fit the screen size, and the magnification is locked. Tip  When in zoom-in mode, you may move to the next/ previous page
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    to the screen height. Lock the zoom ratio and the magnified area. The book can be read as it is. Return to the zoom-in mode. To keep the zoom locked screen, press to quit. When opening the book next time the zoom locked screen will be restored. Scroll the page
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    . Improves readability by emphasizing contrast. Backlight compensation; brings up details in a dark area. Increases the brightness. Decreases the brightness. Custom setting mode ( 53). 3 Tap  to apply the setting and exit. The change will only be stored in the content being adjusted. Select
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    Custom setting mode Adjusting Content View 1 Tap  drag the slider, or tap or repeatedly until the page is adjusted to the desired brightness and contrast. Slider Restores the
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    Screen Orientation Screen Orientation The screen orientation can be switched to either portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizontal) mode by selecting [Orientation] in any OPTIONS menu. To change the direction of screen rotation, see [Screen Orientation] ( 91). Portrait Landscape Position
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    Searching Searching By selecting a word(s)  To select a word, double-tap a desired word at page view. To select consecutive words, see "Doubletapping and dragging" ( 25). The following screen will appear. Quit Search  To cancel, tap  and tap anywhere on the page view.  To search the
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    From the on-screen keyboard Searching 1 Press OPTIONS  tap [Search]  input a word using the on-screen keyboard ( 26)  tap [Search]. The search result screen will appear. The results are highlighted on the page. 2 Tap or result. to move to the previous/next To cancel, tap  and quit. Tip
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    Jumping to a Page Jumping to a Page By using the slider Tap the page number shown in the status bar  drag the slider, or tap a point on the page jump bar. Quit Page jump bar Slider Page number Tip  Jumping to a page can be done from the OPTIONS menu. Press OPTIONS  tap [Go to]  [Select Page].
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    ]. You will jump to the specified page. Input area (Delete) key If the input page number exceeds the number of pages in the book, the Reader will show the last page. If 0 is input, the first page will be displayed. Table of Contents Index 58
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    By tapping a link The link appears highlighted on the screen. Tap the link to jump to the linked page. Note  If a hyperlink is covered with highlighting, press OPTIONS  tap [Notes]  [Hide] to hide highlighting. Returning to the previously displayed page Press OPTIONS  tap [Go to]  [Previous
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    . Dictionary Candidates words ( 62) Title of current dictionary Definition area Tips  Tap  to switch and search in another dictionary.  Reader comes with 12 embedded dictionaries. - 2 English dictionaries - 10 Translation dictionaries An English word can be translated to French, German
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    Using Embedded Dictionaries 2 Tap or the definition area. The definition is displayed in-full in the dictionary viewer. To go to the next page, either swipe the screen or press < > (Page Turn) buttons ( 10). Definition area (Keyboard) ( 62) Tips  Double-tapping a word in the definition area will
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    Using Embedded Dictionaries To list words with same head letters as previously entered word Tap or (keyboard) ( 26). The list of candidate words changes dynamically whenever the word in the input area is modified. Listed candidate words Number of entries and page number/total pages Scrolls the page
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    Using Embedded Dictionaries Listing previously looked up words 1 At page view, press OPTIONS  tap [Word Logs: Book]. The looked up words are listed in the order of most recently looked up. Word and definition 2 Tap a desired word. Table of Contents Index 63
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    Using Embedded Dictionaries To delete word logs Press OPTIONS  tap [Delete Word Logs]  tap the check box of each word to be deleted  [Done]  [Yes]. Tip  A list of looked up words within a dictionary can be also viewed by pressing OPTIONS  tap [Word Logs: Dictionary] when viewing the definition
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    can read newspapers/magazines from [Periodicals] in the [Home] menu. 1 Tap [Periodicals] at [Home] menu. Tip  The most recently transferred periodical is displayed as [New Delivery] in the [Home] menu. 2 Tap a desired periodical to go to issue list. Tip  About the OPTIONS menu, see  31. Table of
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    Reading Periodicals 3 Tap a desired issue in the list. Tap to previous page Tap to change sorting order Issue date Front page headline Tap to open an issue Conditional icon display ( 37) Scroll bar Tip  About the OPTIONS menu, see  31. Table of Contents Index 66
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    Reading Periodicals 4 Use the navigation bar to read. Operations on a section Previous section Return to the first page Operations on an article Next section Previous article Return to the first page of the section Tips  Annotations can be added ( 39).  About the OPTIONS menu, see  31. Next
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    Collections Collections Creating You can group desired content in Reader as a collection. 1 Tap [Collections] at [Home] menu  [New Collection]. [New Collection] Tip  Press OPTIONS  tap [New Collection] to create a collection. Table of Contents Index 68
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    ™] or [SD Card] to select where you want to create the collection  tap [OK]. A new collection is created in the [Collections] list. Tip  You can create/sync a collection by Reader Library. For details, refer to the Reader Library Help. To change a collection name In the [Collections] list, tap the
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    Adding contents Collections From the collections Note  Only content in the same physical location as the selected collection can be added. 1 Tap [Collections] at [Home] menu  tap a created collection. 2 Press OPTIONS  tap [Add Content]  [Books] or [Periodicals]. In the periodical list, select
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    From either the books or issues list Collections 1 In the books or issues list, press OPTIONS  tap [Add to Collection]. 2 In the collection list, tap a collection you want to add the content. 3 Tap the thumbnail of the desired content  [Done]. You can check added content in the collection list.
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    Deleting a collection Collections Even if you delete a collection, all contents in the collection will remain undeleted on the Reader. 1 Tap [Collections] at [Home] menu. 2 Press OPTIONS  tap [Delete Collections]. 3 Tap the check box of each collection to be deleted  [Done]  [Yes]. Tip  Also,
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    Removing contents Collections Even if you delete content in a collection, the corresponding content will remain undeleted on the Reader. 1 Tap [Collections] at [Home] menu  tap a collection. 2 Press OPTIONS  tap [Remove Content]. 3 Tap the thumbnail of each content to be deleted  [Done]  [Yes
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    Deleting Content Deleting Content Example: [Books] list 1 Tap [Books]  press OPTIONS  tap [Delete Books]. To delete: tap a book thumbnail with the blank check box. To delete all: press OPTIONS  tap [Select All]. To undelete: tap a book thumbnail with a checked check box. To unselect all: press
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    with . To unprotect all: press OPTIONS  tap [Unprotect All]. 2 Tap [Done]. Selected number of items (Unprotect) (Protect) Note  This protection feature works only on the Reader. Protected content may still be deleted via your computer. Table of Contents Index 75
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    all pictures ( 83) Latest pictures To list/create handwritten note(s) ( 77) Latest drawings Audio player ( 85) To use the currently selected dictionary ( 82) To create/edit/view text memo(s) ( 80) Table of Contents Index 76
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    Creating drawings Applications menu 1 Tap [Handwriting] under [Home] menu. 2 Tap [New Drawing]. [Applications] at [New Drawing] Tip  Press OPTIONS  tap [New Drawing] to create a drawing. Table of Contents Index 77
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    new drawing editor opens.  Newly created drawings will be saved only in the internal memory. Notes  While writing, make sure that you are not touching  If you experience difficulties when handwriting or drawing on your Reader: - avoid applying excessive pressure to the screen. - try not to
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    tap a drawing thumbnail to view. Tap [Edit] and follow step 3 above. To delete/protect a drawing(s) Tap [Handwriting] under [Applications] at [Home] menu, press OPTIONS  tap [Delete Drawings] or [Protect Drawings]. To delete, refer to the example instructions for deleting books in "Deleting Content
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    ] to create a text memo. 3 Enter text in the input area using the on-screen keyboard ( 26)  Tap [Done]. Tips  If you tap [New], the current text memo is saved, and a new text memo editor opens.  Newly created text memos will be saved only in the internal memory. Table of Contents Index 80
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    tap a memo to view. Tap [Edit] and follow the step 3 ( 80). To delete/protect a text memo in the list Tap [Text Memo] under [Applications] at [Home] menu, press OPTIONS  tap [Delete Memos] or [Protect Memos]. To delete, refer to the example instructions for deleting books in "Deleting Content
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    Applications menu Using embedded dictionaries 1 Tap [Dictionary] under [Applications] at [Home] menu. The name of the currently selected dictionary is shown at the top of the screen. To switch to another dictionary, press OPTIONS  tap [Change Dictionary]. 2 Input a word using the on-screen keyboard
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    thumbnail of desired picture on the list. Tips  About the OPTIONS menu, see  31.  See "Supported File Formats" ( 121).  To transfer pictures to the Reader using Reader Library, refer to Reader Library Help. To set slideshow Press OPTIONS  tap [Slideshow On]. To set the duration of a slideshow
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    Tip  When two pictures or more have been selected, the displayed picture is changed every time the Reader enters the sleep mode ( 8). To zoom in a picture Press ( 10) to switch to the zoom-in mode. Drag the zoom slider ( 49) and scroll the picture by dragging. Tip  Double-tap where you wish
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    appears ( 86). Tips  About the OPTIONS menu, see  31.  See "Supported File Formats" ( 121).  To transfer audio files to the Reader using Reader Library, refer to Reader Library Help. Note  An album or an audio file with cover art information can only display its thumbnail in the album list
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    Playback screen operations Applications menu Cover art Playback position Skip to the beginning of Skip to the the previous (or current beginning of the if played more than 3 next audio file seconds from the beginning) audio file Table of Contents Index Repeat icon Shuffle icon Play/pause
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    of the Note previous (or current)  Skips to the beginning of the audio file/beginning current audio file if played more of the next audio file than 3 seconds from the beginning. Fast-reverse/ fast-forward an audio file Drag the playback position indicator, or tap on the playback progress bar
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    Settings Changing Settings Tap [Settings] tab at [Home] menu. [General Settings] ( 90) [Date and Time] [Date and Time Format] [Page Turn Preference] [Menu Language] [Keyboard] [Screen Orientation] [Application Preferences] ( 91) [Dictionary] [Slideshow] [System Management] ( 92) [Power Management
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    Changing Settings [Initialization] ( 95) [Restore Defaults] [Clear Keyboard History] [Format Memory] [About] Displays system and legal information of the Reader. [Device Shutdown] Shuts down (power off ) the Reader completely. Table of Contents Index 89
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    . Tap [OK] to apply the change. Tip  The date and time of your Reader will be automatically synchronized to your computer by the Reader Library after connection. [Date and Time Format] Tap [Month-Day-Year] or [Day-Month-Year] to select the date format. Tap [12 hour] or [24 hour] to select the time
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    Settings [Keyboard] Selects a preferred on-screen keyboard. [Screen Orientation] Sets the direction to rotate when changing from portrait to landscape mode. [Application Preferences] menu items [Dictionary] Selects a default dictionary to use. [Slideshow] Sets the slideshow on/off and its duration
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    helps avoid unnecessary battery consumption. Power management operates as follows:  After 10 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters the sleep mode automatically and battery consumption is minimized.  After two* days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming battery
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    4-digit number by tapping the numeric key pad. Tap [OK] to lock the Reader. To unlock, input the pass code and tap [OK]. Then tap [Off ] to unlock the Reader, in a safe place separate from the Reader.  If you forget your pass code, contact your Sony Customer Support ( 18); however, note that in
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    Changing Settings [Standby Screen] Sets the standby screen during the sleep mode. [Off ] displays nothing in the sleep mode.  [Show picture]: Set [On] to show the selected pictures on the standby screen. For details on setting the pictures, see "To set as a standby screen" (
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    Keyboard History] Deletes predictive words for the on-screen keyboard. [Format Memory] Formats the internal memory of the Reader or an inserted memory card. Formatting will erase all the contents in the selected storage. Note  Before formatting, make sure to backup data you wish to keep to your
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If the Reader does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue. 1 Reset the Reader by pressing the RESET hole with a small pin or clip  after 5 seconds, slide the power switch to restart the Reader. The content and settings stored on the
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    If [Charging stopped] is displayed on the screen, check the conditions to charge the Reader again ( 12). If charging the Reader by connecting to your computer, make sure your computer is powered on.  Charge the battery within the temperature range of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) ( 19). Battery life
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    Troubleshooting  By sliding the power switch, the Reader enters sleep mode in which the battery power is consumed slightly. To minimize battery consumption, before entering the sleep mode, slide and hold the power switch for more than 3 seconds to shut down the Reader.  in the status bar indicates
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    Troubleshooting The screen is frozen.  Reset the Reader by pressing the RESET hole. Then, slide the power switch to turn on the Reader again ( 8). Touch operation is not effective.  If condensation occurs in the touch screen, or dust attaches to the touch screen, it may cause a malfunction. For
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    the file format compatibility ( 121). [Continue Reading] does not work, or bookmarks are missing.  If the file status has changed (such as in the following cases), data on [Continue Reading] or notes may be deleted.  A Text/RTF/PDF file is edited.  A book purchased with an authorized Reader is
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    Playing audio files Troubleshooting An audio file cannot play back.  Audio files that are not supported by the Reader cannot be played. For details on supported audio files, see "Supported File Formats" ( 121). Sound output is not audible.  Increase the volume if it is set to low ( 11).  If
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    the computer Troubleshooting The Reader cannot be operated.  The Reader cannot be operated when connected to a computer via USB. The Reader cannot from sleep mode, or shut down the computer. These operations may influence the Reader unrecognizable by the computer. Disconnect the Reader from the
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    Troubleshooting  If none of the above solves the problem, press the RESET hole of the Reader ( 96), turn on the Reader again, and then reconnect the supplied USB cable. Content cannot be transferred to the Reader from your computer.  There is not enough free space on the Reader memory. Check [
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    Memory Card Troubleshooting Content on a memory card cannot be read/played/viewed on the Reader.  Check that the memory card is inserted in the media slot in the correct direction ( 9).  Check to see that you are using a memory card that is supported by the Reader ( 114).  Clean the terminal
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    Troubleshooting  The Reader cannot transfer content to memory cards directly. Use Reader Library to transfer content. A memory card cannot be recognized on the Reader or Reader Library.  If a memory card is formatted by your computer, it may become unusable on the Reader and Reader Library. When
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    The built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the battery yourself, consult Sony Support Center ( 18). Disposal Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessories: Headphones Table of Contents Index
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    help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over
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    Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. FCC Compliance Statement: The following FCC
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    /readersupport Contact: Sony "Digital Book Reader" Customer Support at 1-(866)-962-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Precautions Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PRS-650 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc
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    Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries or leaking Lithium-ion batteries. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear side of the Reader. Record them in the
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    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.  Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the
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    up in the Reader while charging, or if it is used for an extended period of time. On the headphone Road Safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using the headphones at
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    supported by the Reader.  The ability to display the languages on your Reader Library manuals.  By updating the Reader device software, you can ensure your Reader has the latest features. The latest software updates can be performed from the update menu on Reader Library Help - "Check for Updates
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    Sony will not supply any replacement content. On cleaning  Clean the Reader with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses.  If the Reader it may mar the finish of the case.  Clean the headphone plug periodically.  Tapping or dragging on the touch screen using a dirty stylus may
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    Sony's Memory Stick Duo™ media of up to 32 GB has been tested to work with the Reader The file system incorporated in the Memory Stick™ limits the capacity of a file as a storage media for digital still cameras. Notes on handling card in its case when you carry or store it.  Do not touch the connector of
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    Precautions  Avoid the following to prevent data damage. Sony does not provide any guarantee for damaged data. − Do not remove a memory card or turn off the Reader while reading or writing data. − Do not operate the Reader in the location where static charge or electrical noise is present.  Do not
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    in the U.S. and other countries.  This PRS-650 contains Adobe® Reader® Mobile software under license from Adobe Systems Incorporated, Copyright © 1995-2009 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved. Adobe and Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Table of Contents Index 117
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    includes software written by Tim Hudson ([email protected]). For details on OpenSSL License, refer to "END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT" in the book list on the Reader. All indicated throughout this document. Program ©2010 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2010 Sony Corporation Table of Contents Index 118
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    GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE This product contains the following software covered by the GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as "GPL") and/or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as "LGPL"). You may
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    , please visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ Please note that Sony accepts no inquiries concerning the content of the source code. For details on GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, refer to "END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT" in the book list on the Reader. Table of Contents Index 120
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    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. 
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    Supported File Formats Audio  MP3 file (.mp3 file extension) The following specifications should be met in order to import an MP3 file. - Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps - Sampling frequency: 22.05, 44.1 kHz - File must be unsecured.  AAC file (.mp4, .m4a, .mov, or .qt file extension) The following
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    Reader Library will work with the following operating systems. OS Description Microsoft Windows 7 Windows 7 Starter (32/64 bit) Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Ultimate Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bit) Windows Vista Home Basic with Service
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    only) Apple Macintosh (32 bit only) System Requirements Description Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 3 or later Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 3 or later Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 & 2005 with Service Pack 3 or later Mac OS X version 10.6.3 or later Mac OS
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    as mouse or track pad  Internet connection (broadband recommended, some fees may apply) is also required on your computer.  Reader Library is not supported by the following environments: - An operating system other than those included above - Personally built computer or operating system - Multi
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    Table of Contents CONGRATULATIONS 2 Useful Features 4 Chapter 1 Getting Started Parts and Controls 8 Charging the Reader 12 Power Saving Tips 14 How to Get eBooks 17 Support 18 Specifications 19 Table of Contents Index 126
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    Chapter 2 Basic Operation About the User Guide 22 Touch Screen 23 On-screen keyboard 26 Home Menu 29 OPTIONS Menu 31 Reading Content Reading Books 36 Annotation 39 Bookmarking 39 Highlighting word(s 40 Handwriting a note 41 Adding a note 42 Table of Contents Index 127
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    Finding a Note 44 Searching for notes within a book 44 Finding the notes in all contents 46 Resizing 47 Changing a page mode 48 Zooming in 49 Adjusting Content View 52 Screen Orientation 54 Searching 55 Jumping to a Page 57 Using Embedded Dictionaries 60 Listing previously looked up
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    Content 74 Protecting Content 75 Applications Applications menu 76 Creating drawings 77 Creating text memos 80 Using embedded dictionaries 82 Viewing pictures 83 Playing audio files 85 Table of Contents Index 129
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    ] menu items 91 [System Management] menu items 92 [Initialization] menu items 95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 96 Symptoms 97 Appendix Precautions 106 Copyright Notice 117 GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE 119 Supported File Formats 121 System Requirements 123 Table of Contents Index 130
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    Table of Contents 126 Index 132 Table of Contents Index 131
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    Periodicals 29, 65 [Pictures 76, 83 [Settings 29, 88 [Text Memo 76, 80 Index [2-Column Split 48 [3-Column Split 48 A About the User Guide.........22 Adding a note 42 Adding contents 70 Adjusting Content View.....52 All Notes 29, 46 Annotation 39 Appendix 106 Applications 76 Applications
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    mode.....48 Changing dictionary 31, 60, 91 Charge/Busy indicator 8, 12 Charging the Reader...........12 Battery status 13 Charge/Busy indicator 8, 12 Index Status indicators during charging History] 89, 95 [Continue Reading 31 [Create/Edit 33, 41 [Custom 52 D Default settings 95
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    Changing dictionary 31, 60, 91 [Word Logs: Dictionary 35, 64 Drawing 41, 42, 77 [Darker 52 [Date and Time 90 [Date and Time Format].....90 [Delete Audio 32 [Delete Book 31, 74 [Delete Books 32, 74 [Delete Collections]......32, 72 [Delete Drawing]...........31, 79 [Delete Drawings].........32
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    H Handwriting......41, 42, 76, 77 Finding a Note 44 [Notes 33, 41, 44 Handwriting a note 41 Headphone jack 11 Highlighting word(s)..........40 Holes for optional cover attachment 11 Home Menu 29 How to Get eBooks 17 [Hide]/[Show 33 [History 32 Index I Icons and types of note in the [Notes
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    41, 42 Finding a Note 44 Handwriting a note........41 Highlighting word(s).....40 [Notes 33, 41, 44 Index [New Collection 33, 68 [New Drawing 33, 77 [New Memo 33, 80 [Notes 33, 41, 44 [Create/Edit 33, 41 [Hide]/[Show 33 [List 33, 44 [Now Playing 33 O On-screen keyboard...........26 [Clear
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    34, 84, 94 Supported File Formats 121 Zooming in 49, 84 [Select Standby Screen 34, 84 [Slideshow On]/ [Slideshow Off ]......34, 83 [Slideshow 88, 91 [Standby Screen]......88, 94 Playing audio files 85 Power saving Tips 14 Power management....88, 92 Charging the Reader 12 Power saving Tips
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    Reader ].........89, 95 [Return to List 34 S Screen Orientation 54 Zoom-in mode 51 [Orientation 33, 54 Index [Screen Orientation 88, 91 SD card Status bar 30 Status indicators during charging 13 Stylus 9 Support 18 Supported File Formats.. 121 Symptoms 97 System Requirements..... 123
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    91 [Sort 34 [Standby Screen]...........88, 94 [System Management] 88, 92 T Text Memo 76, 80 On-screen keyboard......26 Touch screen 10, 23 Index Troubleshooting 96 [Table of Contents 32 U USB connector 11, 12 Useful Features 4 Using Embedded Dictionaries 60, 82 V Viewing pictures 83
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