Reader Pocket Edition (PRS-300)

• Made by: Sony
• Released: August 25, 2009
• Predecessor: Sony Reader PRS-505
• Languages Supported: English
• File Types Supported: PDF, TXT, RTF, LRF, LRX, ePUB

Overview

The Reader Pocket Edition (PRS-300) has a five-inch electronic paper display packaged in a stylish chassis and is available in a variety of colors, including navy blue, rose and silver. It's is easy to navigate with one hand, and fits into a purse or jacket pocket. The diminutive device can store about 350 standard eBooks and provides up to two weeks of reading enjoyment on a single battery charge.

No support for external memory or music playback.

Specifications

• Display
  • Screen Size: Vizplex 5 inches
  • Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels (200 ppi)
  • Gray Scale: 8-levels gray scale
• Operating Temperature: 41 to 95 ° F
• Power
  • Battery Type: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery: DC 3.7 V
  • AC Power: DC 5.2 V
  • Battery Life (Approx): 7,500 (BBeB Book) Continuous page turns; 6,800 (EPUB) Continuous page turns
• Media Formats Supported
  • EPUB file (Non DRM/ Adobe DRM protected)
  • BBeB Book (Non DRM/ PRS DRM protected)
  • PDF file (Non DRM/ Adobe DRM protected)
  • Text file
  • RTF file
  • Word file (unsecured) converted by eBook Library program on your PC to RTF.
• Processor: i.MX1L
• Dimensions
  • Weight: Approx. 7.76 oz
  • Measurements: 6.2 x 4.2 x .2 inches (LxWxD) 147 x 107 x 5 mm
• Supplied Accessories
  • USB Cable
  • Sleeve
  • Quick Start Flyers
• Optional Accessories
  • AC Adaptor: AC-S5220E
  • Car Charger: PRSA-CC1
  • Soft Cover: PRSA-SC3
  • Cover with Light: PRSA-CL3

History

This device is derived from the PRS505 which was preceded by the PRS500.

See Also

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Alternate Reader application

eBook Applications is an eBook Reader addon that provides many new features and basically replaces the functionality of the original reader.