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Sony PRS-505 E-Reader User Manual
This guide explains how to prepare your PRS-505 after purchase, including charging the battery, installing the eBook Library software, and transferring books, audio, and pictures from a computer or memory card. It covers basic operations such as turning on the device, navigating menus, creating bookmarks, and playing audio files while reading.
The manual also details settings adjustments (screen orientation, date/time, slideshow, sleep mode, advanced options), memory management, firmware updates, and troubleshooting procedures like restoring default settings and uninstalling the eBook Library.
SONY PRS-505 specifications
| Model name | PRS-505 |
|---|---|
| Power source (battery) | DC 3.7 V |
| Power source (adapter) | DC 5.2 V |
| Battery life (continuous playback) | ≈ 6800 pages with EPUB |
| User available capacity | ≈ 192 MB |
| Operating temperature | 5 °C to 35 °C |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 123.0 × 174.3 × 7.8 mm |
| Mass | ≈ 260 g (without soft cover) |
| Optional AC adaptor | AC‑S5220E |
| Optional cover with light | PRSA‑CL1 |
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I turn on the PRS‑505?
Press the POWER switch to switch the reader on or off.
How can I charge the PRS‑505?
Connect the supplied USB cable to a computer or use the optional AC power adapter to charge the built‑in battery.
How do I open the User's Guide on the PRS-505?
From the Home menu, select “Books by Title” → “User's Guide” and press the Enter button.
How can I change the screen orientation?
Use the Settings menu to switch the screen orientation between vertical and horizontal.