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Background

The Sony Reader model PRS-500 was a line of e-book readers manufactured by Sony. They invented the first commercial E Ink e-book reader with the Sony Librie. It used an electronic paper display developed by E Ink Corporation, was viewable in direct sunlight, required no power to maintain a static image, and was usable in portrait or landscape orientation.

Compatibility with Adobe digital rights management (DRM) protected PDF and ePub files allowed Sony Reader owners to borrow eBooks from lending libraries in many countries.

Identification

You can identify your Sony Reader model PRS-500 by its rectangular, book-sized shape and black case. The Sony logo is printed at the top center of the front, and “Reader” is debossed at the bottom center of the device.

Additional Information

Sony PRS-500 Portable Reader System Operation Guide

Sony PRS-500 Portable Reader System Quick Start Guide

Sony PRS-500 Portable Reader System Service Manual, US Model

Sony PRS-500 Portable Reader System Quick Start Guide

Sony PRSA-CC1 Car Battery Adapter for Reader User's Guide (EN, FR)

Sony AC-S5220E AC Adapter for Reader (PRS-Series) User's Guide (EN, FR)

Sony BCR-RU1 Charging Cradle for Reader PRS-500 Operating Instructions

Sony PRS-500 6-Inch Portable Reader System Product Information Sheet

Sony Reader PRS-500 Portable Reader System Specifications

PRS-500 and PRS-505 Comparison

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