Sony Reader Pocket PRS-300 Reviews: eBook Reader

Here’s a list of the questions other shoppers have asked owners of the Sony Reader Pocket PRS-300

1. I haven't used my ereader for a while and recently i decided to purchase an e-book. During the download I had to register with adobe which I can't remember doing with the free books I got initially of Sony web site.
   During the synchronization of the library with the e-reader I got the message that 'the reader is authorised to another user'. Now I don't know what's going on and how to fix it!
   
   I'd bea grateful for any tips!
   
   Marika asked on 19 Jul 2011
   1. hi i got that message as well, you need to uninstall your e-reader then install it again,
      
      Elizabeth replied on 20 Jul 2011

       
2. I have 100's of books that I've had for years, they are all in PDF, when I attach my reader to the PC there is no option to sync, I assumed it would be similar to my Iphone mp3 player but its not, has anyone got any suggestions as to why there is no sync option in the Library reader
   
   
   
   Jo asked on 20 Jul 2011
   1. I dont use the supplied software for uploading and downloading books. I use a book library called calibre, google it, I find it will convert all formats to all other formats. It has enabled me to obtain e-books from sites that do not always have e-pub downloads.
      regards Peter
      
      Peter replied on 23 Aug 2011

       
3. I have got a new computer, my wife installed her reader with no problems but I cannot install mine.
   Can more than one reader be installed on the same computer?
   
   Nick asked on 15 Aug 2011
   1. im not sure as we both have computers but have you tried just using her reader software on the computer with your sony
      
      roger replied on 18 Aug 2011

       
4. is it worth the money
   
   wendy asked on 18 Aug 2011
   1. In my case yes. I am an avid reader and the Sony reader means I can build a personal library. Using all main e-book suppliers.
      The cheaper Kindle restricts you to using Amazon only.
      
      David replied on 19 Aug 2011

       
   2. Absolutely. It makes its work great, good capacity, practical size, efficient battery.
      
      Adriana replied on 20 Aug 2011

       
5. Does the PRS-300 have a built in dictionary?
   
   sofie asked on 27 Aug 2011
   1. No 'fraid not, it's a basic reader. You load books on to it and read them, that's it! Good at that though!
      
      Gordon replied on 27 Aug 2011

       
6. it was given a reader but thats all how do i use it charged to computer but nothing happening
   
   linda asked on 03 Nov 2011
   1. Hi, You will need to download the free software which is a reader library and Adobe digital editions. Once you plug the e-reader into your computer, it should detect it automatically and ask if you want the downloads. From these you can organise which books you want on the reader at any given time and use the software to download from places like WHSmiths and Waterstones. Whilst charging, the screen on the e-reader should show a no entry sign meaning you can't use it whilst it is charging. Hope that was some help but if not, please come back to me.
      
      Nicola replied on 03 Nov 2011

       
   2. Yes to use this e reader you will need the installing software. With it you can download 100s of free e books. Also you can download free e books from www.free-ebooks.com. You will need to also download Adobe as e reader takes pdf files. Amazon kindle ebooks do not work on this e reader.
      
      tricia replied on 04 Nov 2011

       
7. how do i put books actually on to my e reader
   
   jack asked on 16 Dec 2011
   1. You can only download books from the computer but first you must make your choice hope this answers your question......enjoy
      
      Jacqui replied on 16 Dec 2011

       
8. I downloaded the twilight series of books but can no longer access them either on my reader or in library. Can you help.
   
   Christine asked on 28 Dec 2011
   1. Hi, unfortunately I have also had a lot of trouble with my reader which I am VERY annoyed about. It only happened after I had about 10 books on it and then wouldn't let me open any of them, just said access denied.
      I have looked on a couple of forums and it seems to be a product fault..but if you remove all of your books from your reader, go back to your account where you bought the book from e.g Waterstones, download it again from there and just have the one book on at a time it should work.
      At the time I wrote the review I was really pleased with this product but if I could write the review again it would be a bit different !
      Hope this helps, I am going to try to contact Sony and get my money back.
      
      Kerry x
      
      Kerry replied on 01 Jan 2012

       
9. I have had my e reader PRS-300 since June 2010. Have had problems recently when attempting to recharge. Also there seems to be a problem with memory retention. Any one else had these problems? Can you give me some pointers?
   
   Marie asked on 22 Jan 2012
   1. mine has qlways been hard to charge using usb. Power pac works best for me.
      Mine came with less memory than stated but never rerention problems,even when flat.
      
      John replied on 24 Jan 2012

       
10. MY PRS300 E/READER SOFTWARE AS BEEN WIPED OFF MY COMPUTER AND I HAVE NO E/READER SIGN ON MY COMPUTER COULD ANYONE TELL ME HOW I GET THE SOFTWARE BACK ON MY COMPUTER
    
    THANKS,
    
    PETER asked on 05 Feb 2012
    1. Just go on to the sony site don't worry I?e done it on three different computers. They give you the instructions just follow and if I can do it you can too.
       
       Fionnuala replied on 05 Feb 2012

        
11. how do I return to the beginning of a story on my e reader
    
    Brian asked on 06 Feb 2012
    1. With the current page open, type in "1" using the side buttons. The screen should dim and the page number should show up in the middle of the screen. Then press the OK button, in the centre of the navigation ring, below the screen.
       
       Alan replied on 16 Apr 2012

        
12. Is there any upgrades on the PRS300 . Had mine since 2010 and very happy with it
    
    Yvonne asked on 21 Mar 2012
    1. Not that i am aware of, you would need to buy the newer model PRE600 onwards I think.
       
       Claire replied on 23 Mar 2012

        
13. My PRS-300 will no longer take a charge. The screen is frozen saying Reader... Opening Book... is there anything that I can do? It hadn't been used for a while and the battery ran down.
    
    Jan asked on 07 Apr 2012
    1. You need to reset it find the little reset hole and put a pin in it until you feel the little button push in then switch it of and back on again and it should be ok then
       
       Deborah replied on 10 Apr 2012

        
    2. As above
       
       david replied on 10 Apr 2012

        
    3. I agree with comment above. It does seem like the screen has frozen if you have a reasonably large library loaded. Best to go away and have a large breakfast and extra coffee whilst it's reloading.
       If all else fails, make sure the charger is a) rated high enough to actually charge the reader, b) if you've registered you reader with Sony, ask them, and of course don't forget the reset button.
       
       Alan replied on 16 Apr 2012

        

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