Sony PRS-T2 User Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Corporation
Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation
PRS-T2
SPECIFICATIONS
DIGITAL BOOK READER
9-893-536-01
2012H33-1
©
2012.08
US Model
Canadian Model
AEP Model
UK Model
Australian Model
Ver. 1.0 2012.08
Note:
Be sure to keep your PC used for service and
checking of this unit always updated with the
latest version of your anti-virus software.
In case a virus affected unit was found during
service, contact your Service Headquarters.
Model name
PRS-T2
Power source
Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC, 1000mAh
USB powered from a computer or the optional AC Adapter
PRSA-AC10/PRSA-AC1A (sold separately) via the supplied
USB cable.
Battery life (continuous page turn)
Maximum Battery: Approximately 30,000 continuous page
turns when reading only.*
* Measured 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.
Charging time
Computer-based charging: Approximately 2.5 hours
AC Adapter PRSA-AC10/PRSA-AC1A(sold separately)-based
charging: Approximately 2 hours
Internal memory capacity (for data storage)
Approximately 1.3 GB after initial setting.
Depending on size of pre-loaded excerpts, available memory
capacity may vary.
Operating/Charging temperature
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approximately 110 × 173 × 9.1 mm (4 3/8 × 6 7/8 × 3/8
inches)
Mass
Approximately 164 g (5.8 oz.)
Display
152.4 mm (6 inch) diagonal electrophoretic display
600 × 800 pixels, 16-level grayscale
Wi-Fi
Wireless standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n compliant
Wireless security: WEP (Open System), WEP (Shared Key),
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK
(AES)
Expansion slots
microSD card slot
See Details for supported card types and precautions.
Supplied items
USB cable × 1
Stylus × 1
Quick Start Guide
Supported File Types
The following les can be managed on the Reader software
and transferred to the Reader device.
However, depending on the le size and format, it may not
be possible to view/display/play some data.
Books
EPUB les (.epub)
EPUB (OPS version 2.0) supported.
PDF les (.pdf)
Support is based on the PDF 1.6 specication.
Text les (.txt)
FB2 les (.fb2)
Pictures
JPEG les (.jpg, .jpeg)
GIF les (.gif)
PNG les (.png)
BMP les (.bmp)
Note
If the size of a picture that you transferred with the Reader
software is too large, a thumbnail may not be created on
the Reader and the picture may not be displayed in the
[Pictures] content list. In this case, delete the picture via the
Reader software.
For an animated GIF le, only the rst frame will be shown.
System Requirements
The Reader software will work with the following
operating systems.
Operating System Details
Microsoft Windows
7 (32/64-bit)
Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Operating System Details
Microsoft Windows
Vista (32/64-bit)
Windows Vista Home Basic with
Service Pack 2 or later
Windows Vista Home Premium with
Service Pack 2 or later
Windows Vista Business with Service
Pack 2 or later
Windows Vista Ultimate with Service
Pack 2 or later
Microsoft Windows
XP (32-bit only)
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 10.7 (64-
bit only)
Mac OS X version 10.7 or later
Mac OS X 10.6
(32/64-bit)
Mac OS X version 10.6.6
Mac OS X 10.5 (32-
bit only)
Mac OS X version 10.5.8
The Reader software also requires at minimum the
following computing environment.
Requirement Details
CPU 1 GHz Intel processor
RAM 512 MB
Free space on hard
disc
250 MB or more*
Screen 1,024 x 768 display resolution with
24-bit color
Network Broadband internet connection
* Depending on the content amount, more space may be
required.
Note
The Reader software is not supported with the following:
An operating system other than those listed above
A personally built computer or operating system
A multi-boot environment
A multi-monitor environment

Sony PRS-T2 Specifications

General

Color	No
Technology	E Ink Pearl
Display diagonal	6 \
Grayscale levels	16
Display resolution	600 x 800 pixels
Image formats supported	BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG
Video formats supported	-
Document formats supported	ePub, PDF, TXT
Compatible memory cards	MicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size	32 GB
Internal storage capacity	1.3 GB
Battery voltage	3.7 V
Battery life (max)	1460 h
Battery recharge time	2 h
Product color	Black
Minimum RAM	512 MB
Minimum processor	1GHz
Minimum storage drive space	250 MB
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 35 °C
Cables included	USB
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows Vista (32/64 bit), Windows XP 32 bit Mac OS X 10.7 (64 bit) +

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	9.1 mm
Width	110 mm
Height	173 mm
Weight	164 g

Summary

Product Specifications

Supported File Types

Lists supported book and picture file formats for the reader software and device.

System Requirements

Details operating systems and computing environment necessary for the Reader software.

Servicing Notes and Warnings

General Board Repair Policy

States that mounted parts on boards cannot be exchanged individually; entire boards must be replaced.

Main Board/Chassis Assembly Replacement

Outlines steps for replacing the main board or chassis assembly, including LUT, SP1, and VCOM rewriting.

Battery Wire Soldering Precautions

Advises confirming battery operation after soldering the battery to the main board.

WLAN Antenna Replacement

Provides instructions for manually setting up a Wi-Fi connection after antenna replacement.

Disassembly Procedures

Disassembly Flow Overview

Illustrates the step-by-step order for disassembling the unit.

Rear Case Block Removal

Details the procedure for removing the rear case block using a jig.

Main Board Removal

Explains how to remove the main board, including screw locations and component connections.

Case Front Assembly Removal

Explains the process of removing the case front assembly, including screws and claws.

Battery Assembly Removal

Instructions for removing the battery assembly, including desoldering wires.

Light Guide Assembly Removal

Details the removal of the light guide assembly using shafts.

Jack Board/Chassis Assembly Removal

Guides the removal of the jack board and chassis assembly, including FPC disconnection.

Device Test Mode Operations

Test Mode Preparation

Lists prerequisites for entering the test mode, including PC and USB cable.

Entering Test Mode

Step-by-step guide to initiating and entering the device's test mode.

Exiting Test Mode

Instructions for exiting the test mode and returning to normal operation.

Test Panel Operation

Checks the device's display panel.

Test Battery Life Operation

Tests the battery life of the device.

Check Battery Operation

Checks the current status of the battery.

Factory Initialize Operation

Resets the unit to its factory default settings.

Update Waveform Operation

Rewrites the LUT for screen parameters, especially after component replacement.

Update SP1 Parameters Operation

Rewrites the SP1 parameter file, specific to the FPL lot number.

Reset Device Lock Operation

Releases the device lock if it is effective.

Write VCOM Operation

Rewrites the VCOM voltage, which varies per device.

Exploded Views and Parts Identification

Rear Case Exploded View

Exploded view of the rear case and its components.

Case Front/Battery Exploded View

Exploded view of the case front, battery, and chassis components.

Chassis Exploded View

Exploded view of the chassis assembly and its related parts.

Included Accessories