Reader for Mac
IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.
This information is for the following models:
- PRS-300
- PRS-350
- PRS-500
- PRS-505
- PRS-600
- PRS-650
- PRS-700
- PRS-900
- PRS-950
- PRS-T1
- PRS-T2
- PRS-T3
- PRS-T3BC
About this download
Benefits and improvements
This utility updates the Reader™ for Mac software to version 2.4.01.10241 and includes the following changes:
- The "Kobo Store" icon and link replace the "Reader™ Store" icon and link to enable direct access to the Kobo eBook Store.
Note: For full access to the Kobo eBook Store, account registration may be required. - Removal of More Content pages that are no longer supported.
System Requirements
Operating Systems
- Mac OS® X
File Info
File Name
- ReaderInstaller.dmg (2.4.01.10241)
File Version
- 2.4.01.10241
File Size
- 59.52 MB
Release Date
- 10-30-2014
Before You Start
Important Notes
- IMPORTANT: This utility is for compatible Mac OS X operating systems only. If you are using a computer with a Microsoft® Windows® operating system please go to the Reader for PC page.
- Using this software with the PRS-500 requires firmware version 2.0.
- This application will not uninstall nor does it require the uninstallation of Reader Library, though it is recommended that the user uninstall that application.
- During the installation of this file, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
- To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs.
- It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.
Download & Install
Specifications
Computer System Requirements:
- One of the following Apple® Mac OS X® operating systems:
- OS X version 10.9
- OS X version 10.8.3
- OS X version 10.7.5 (64-bit)
- OS X version 10.6.8 (32/64-bit)
- OS X version 10.5.8 (32-bit)
- CPU: 1 GHz Intel® processor, or better
- RAM (Memory): 128 MB or more
- Hard Disk Space: 250 MB or more available
Note: The available space required depends on the total volume of content. - Display: 24-bit (true color) or greater, 960 x 720 or higher screen resolution
Supported Content Formats:
- Documents: ePub, PDF, Text, RTF, and Word (DOC & DOCX)
Note: Other software may be required to view Text, RTF, or Word documents. - Audio: MP3, MP4, and M4A
- Images: BMP, JPEG, PHNG, and GIF
- Notepad: Notes (Text Memo and Handwriting)
Note: Sony proprietary format.
Supported DRM (Digital Rights Management): Adobe® RMSDK 9.1 (ePub and PDF)
Download and Installation Instructions
- To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs.
- Download the ReaderInstaller.dmg file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
- Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the ReaderInstaller.dmg file to begin the installation.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note: Upon installation and launch, the Reader for Mac software will prompt you to migrate your existing Reader Library contents and database into the new Reader application.
Questions & Answers
How to Remove Duplicate Notes or Bookmarks (PRS-T1)
- Open a book that you want to delete duplicated notes and bookmarks on the PRS-Tl reader device.
- Press the Menu button and then select Notes.
- At the Notes screen, press the Menu button and then select Delete Notes.
- At the Delete Notes screen, press the Menu button and then select Select All.
Note: Be sure to uncheck original notes so that only the duplicated notes are selected. - At the top of the screen, select Done to delete the duplicated notes.
- At the Are you sure you want to delete... screen, select Yes.
- Repeat this procedure for additional books that have duplicated notes.