Hi, how do you wash your screen on the PRS-505? I accidentially pressed my finger on it, and used a 100% microfiber cloth to circular rub the surface gently, no water. The cloth came from my monster cleaning solution package to clean my LCD monitor.

If a nasty dirt mark comes on it, any suggestions? Sony's support section didn't seem to have any word on that.

What I do is use a little water (not mch at all) to get the dirt off and then use a microfiber cloth to dry/clean the screen. Works quite well for me. Also, you can use the cleaning solution used to clean your glasses.

Great advice, if the need arises I'll try that. Sony said any liquids would destroy the surface. Not sure how to react to that one.

I use a dry microfibre cloth for dust on the screen and a slightly damp one to remove fingerprints etc. this has worked well for the 9 months that I've had the Reader.

A couple of times I used the same kit as I used to clean my computer monitor (LCD).
I wonder whether I have been wrong?

The Reader's screen is a hard plastic - any non-corrosive, non-abrasive cleaner should work fine. I use a micro-fibre cloth to remove fingerprints (the same one I use to clean my glasses), and a warm damp cloth with a bit of washing-up liquid to get rid of the occasional more serious dirt.

I just use one of those pre-packaged Zeiss lens cloths.

I use the "mom" method, you know moisten your finger with spit and wipe vigorously. :laughter:

For dusting, I go with that canned air stuff. Lots of fun to play with, that stuff is. Unfortunately, they won't let me order it at work any more ... the test-tube incident caused that, I think. :smug:

I use the "mom" method, you know moisten your finger with spit and wipe vigorously. :laughter:

Do you do that while scolding it sternly and call it by it's full name - the way my mom would have? Maybe with a good tug on the ear to boot. I remember wishing I could run away and scrub myself just to avoid the experience. :laugh3:

Do you do that while scolding it sternly and call it by it's full name - the way my mom would have? Maybe with a good tug on the ear to boot.No, I haven't tried those nuances ... maybe that's why it never struggles and groans: "Maa-uuum!" :jester:

Actually, I use windex. I wipe it, scrubbing hard. Then I put some grease cleaner on it to be sure. I toss is in the washer after that. I know I'm getting a good clean then. I slide it in my tray in the kitchen, let it air dry. If they're open, I drop it off at the dry cleaners. Usually they get it right, but occasionally they lose an IC chip or pixel. That's okay. Last time, when they lost an IC chip, all the profanity in my ebooks dissappeared. So that's okay.

Sony said you woulden't believe the calls they get....

:rofl:

Sadly, I probably would. I've worked Tech-Support lines, you see. :unafraid: It's a wonder some folks out there can dress themselves without suffering a fatal mischief.

Sadly, I probably would. I've worked Tech-Support lines, you see. :unafraid: It's a wonder some folks out there can dress themselves without suffering a fatal mischief.

:rofl:

Hi, how do you wash your screen on the PRS-505? I accidentially pressed my finger on it, and used a 100% microfiber cloth to circular rub the surface gently, no water. The cloth came from my monster cleaning solution package to clean my LCD monitor.

If a nasty dirt mark comes on it, any suggestions? Sony's support section didn't seem to have any word on that.

I have that same package. Why don't you wet the cloth with the solution? Worked great on mine.

just use cheap generic microfiber cloth and a bit of saliva. Works wonders.
I have been using this method for quite a time without any adverse efects on the reader.

I use the Pixel Clean wet and dry package from http://www.pixelclean.com/

I have used it on sensitive LCD screens for 3 HD TV's and my LCD Monitor. So far I have NOT tried it on the Sony PCS 505 but, in case of significant dirt, would try it. Those LCD screens have a thin plastic membrane covering electronics and could be ruined by even a finger print or any other solution.

I never use the spray on version since any loose liquid could penetrate the borders. Instead, I use the Wet and Dry Travel package available here:

http://www.pixelclean.com/product/PixelClean-Wet-And-Dry-Travel-Wipes-Set-of-12.html

For dusting, I go with that canned air stuff. Lots of fun to play with, that stuff is. Unfortunately, they won't let me order it at work any more ... the test-tube incident caused that, I think. :smug:

:offtopic: i tried to buy a can of this a few months ago, got carded and i didn't have my ID so i had to put it back :(

Really? I didn't realize they restricted sales of the stuff by age -- the folks in the office won't let me have it because I'm juvenile, not because I'm underage. :jester:

Really? I didn't realize they restricted sales of the stuff by age -- the folks in the office won't let me have it because I'm juvenile, not because I'm underage. :jester:
I can understand that. Blowing compressed air through you clenched armpit would do that to some sensitive people. Did it hurt?

Nah, nothing so simple as that. I like to take a test-tube (the kind with a stopper) and put some liquid canned air in it (hold the can upside-down and the liquid stuff comes out instead of the gaseous), then stopper the thing and wait for it to burst the stopper out. Makes quite a noise, and you get pretty impressive range if you do it reasonably well.

You just gotta watch out that you don't get the liquid on yourself -- frost-bite, you know. :mad:

Personally, I find popping champagne corks more satisfying. And you get a drink afterwards.

Makes quite a noise, and you get pretty impressive range if you do it reasonably well.

You just gotta watch out that you don't get the liquid on yourself -- frost-bite, you know. :mad:

I have that same package. Why don't you wet the cloth with the solution? Worked great on mine.

No need. It was a tiny finger mark.

Nah, nothing so simple as that. I like to take a test-tube (the kind with a stopper) and put some liquid canned air in it (hold the can upside-down and the liquid stuff comes out instead of the gaseous), then stopper the thing and wait for it to burst the stopper out. Makes quite a noise, and you get pretty impressive range if you do it reasonably well.

You just gotta watch out that you don't get the liquid on yourself -- frost-bite, you know. :mad:

Be a lot easier to buy pre-made canned air ones. They sell them at any electronics store almost. Definitely find them at a electronics parts store.

Be a lot easier to buy pre-made canned air ones. They sell them at any electronics store almost. Definitely find them at a electronics parts store.

I use a 7 hp compressor with an 80 gal tank. It will strip the keys off a keyboard in one blast.:square:

Be a lot easier to buy pre-made canned air ones. They sell them at any electronics store almost. Definitely find them at a electronics parts store.Those are the ones we're talking about, JeffASonyReader. :wink2:

Those are the ones we're talking about, JeffASonyReader. :wink2:

Gee, must have been tired that morning. Yea.

:smack:

I think I'm gonna get one right now....attach it to some empty ginger ale bottle....hmm.....

Hey, I'm just glad it wasn't me this time. :grin:

Hey, I'm just glad it wasn't me this time. :grin:

Well it only happens to the best of us.

:thumbsup:

...makes me think...once the dust is off of your keyboard or electronic device from a blast of air from a can...you will probably breath some of it in...health issues? anyone allergic to dust? being that your electronics will most likely be indoors, maybe using canned air won't alleviate the problem, just pass it off to someone else. and aren't we breathing enough crap like car tire particles etc...

...makes me think...once the dust is off of your keyboard or electronic device from a blast of air from a can...you will probably breath some of it in...health issues? anyone allergic to dust? being that your electronics will most likely be indoors, maybe using canned air won't alleviate the problem, just pass it off to someone else. and aren't we breathing enough crap like car tire particles etc...

I read somewhere that air quality indoors is much worse than outdoors.
Most dust is dead skin cells, most people don't own air purifiers, increase in kids with asthma. . . .

Heck, stand beside a smoker.

How do people clean the (metal?) casing? It seems to get sweat stained or smudged or something of that nature.

I should say right off that I do not own a Sony, my Cybook hasn't even arrived yet. However to clean metal like that I'd suggest surgical spirit type stuff with a cotton bud.

I just stick mine in a (large) shirt pocket, usually smudges are gone when it comes out, but I carry mine pretty constantly. Failing that, I've found wiping it off w/ a microfiber cloth works well. If it were really dirty, I'd probably try a very gentle dishwashing liquid, mixed w/ water and applied to a cloth so as to be damp and wipe off w/ that.

William

Go here to get the proper cleaning products for LCD screens:

http://www.pixelclean.com/?ref=AdWords&kw=Lcd%20Monitor%20Cleaners

He's talking about cleaning the metal around it, not the LCD screen.

I'm not sure I'd use LCD screen cleaners on the Reader's e-ink screen, anyway. I've never heard anyone comment on how similar the materials might be. You might damage the thing. :shrug:

After cleaning the entire 505 with a LCD wipe I took my 505 to the office and shrink wrapped the whole device. I then gently used a heat gun to shrink the plastic on the device. After shrinking the plastic I then used a razer blade to cut the necessary holes for the USB, AC adapter ports as well as the SD card slot. If needed in the future I will cut additonal holes for the MS slot and the headphone slot. At this time I have no need for these ports/slots.

I have the optional Sony case for the unit and use a Great Point LED light - both sold by Sony and Purchased from Sony.

The shrink wrap offers great protection and guard against dust and spills. I will however offer a word of warning. When I used the LCD wipe on around the buttons I noticed that the wipe appeared to remove some of the ink from the bookmark button - so I stopped wiping the inked areas. I would suggest that this occurred most likely because Sony is using some type of Soy ink.

If you have access to a shrink wrap machine I highly suggest that you take advantage of the security that it provides.

I just use my microfiber cloth to clean the screen and the casing around the 505's screen. Works very well for me.