NEW? Sony Reader Program - ?????

bookratt · 12-16-2009, 05:31 PM

Just downloaded the new & latest Sony Reader library program last night. I'm not pleased - is anyone else having my problem or have a comment?

When I first upgraded to the first 3.XXX sony library version, it used to automatically open up when I bought an ePub or PDF from a non Sony vendor and download the book into the library.

I just got those two freebies from kobo.com mentioned here, and had to "save" the URL file. Then a window opened, and I had to tell my computer what windows program to use to download the file to (clicked on Reader Library). What up with that?!?!?!

Why do they have to fix something that's not broken????

pilotbob · 12-16-2009, 05:44 PM

Wasn't there a checkbox on that dialog that said "don't prompt me again" or "always do this" or something like that"?

BOb

bookratt · 12-16-2009, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pilotbob

Wasn't there a checkbox on that dialog that said "don't prompt me again" or "always do this" or something like that"?

BOb

When I asked to download the ePub file, computer asks if I want to "save" it or "open" usually - both options are available then.

Today after the new reader library download, it asked if I wanted to "FIND" (find program) or "save" it. So I said "save" file, then it gave me the "open" option. When I hit the "open" option, the window opens up and says it doesn't know what program to use to open the file. I was asked if I wanted Windows to find the program, or a user option one. I had to hit "user" option, then when the "tree" pops up hit the Reader Library.

Marcy · 12-16-2009, 06:50 PM

As soon as I installed their new reader program and connected my PRS-700 all my collections disappeared. :-P

I promptly uninstalled the program, deleted everything off my reader with Calibre and put it all back again. Collections reappeared.

It's disgraceful that Sony forces you to use their buggy crap software to buy books from their store. I refuse to have it on my computer, so will never be buying books from them. Their loss I suppose. I have a $25 giftcard to the store that I got when I bought my reader and it's going to wind up unused.

-Marcy

pilotbob · 12-16-2009, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bookratt

When I asked to download the ePub file, computer asks if I want to "save" it or "open" usually - both options are available then.

Today after the new reader library download, it asked if I wanted to "FIND" (find program) or "save" it. So I said "save" file, then it gave me the "open" option. When I hit the "open" option, the window opens up and says it doesn't know what program to use to open the file. I was asked if I wanted Windows to find the program, or a user option one. I had to hit "user" option, then when the "tree" pops up hit the Reader Library.

When you installed it did you allow it to associate epub files with the software?

It sounds like you only need to set up an association for the file... making sure it has the correct mime type. I'm surprised the installer didn't do this for you.

BOb

JSWolf · 12-16-2009, 09:09 PM

When I upgraded to Reader Library, I did get an option to have it associate with ePub and I chose not to as I want ADE associated.

JSWolf · 12-16-2009, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marcy

As soon as I installed their new reader program and connected my PRS-700 all my collections disappeared. :-P

I promptly uninstalled the program, deleted everything off my reader with Calibre and put it all back again. Collections reappeared.

It's disgraceful that Sony forces you to use their buggy crap software to buy books from their store. I refuse to have it on my computer, so will never be buying books from them. Their loss I suppose. I have a $25 giftcard to the store that I got when I bought my reader and it's going to wind up unused.

-Marcy

When you disconnected the 700, did you eject it from Reader Library first? If not, it's possible it was not done with the computer. I did lose all my collections once on my 505 when I disconnected it from the USB before it was done.

bookratt · 12-16-2009, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pilotbob

When you installed it did you allow it to associate epub files with the software?

It sounds like you only need to set up an association for the file... making sure it has the correct mime type. I'm surprised the installer didn't do this for you.

BOb

I went into the Reader Library, and tried out different buttons.

Under "Edit", I had the option "Preferences".

Under Preferences, "Check for EPUB file type association" was unchecked, so I checked the box & saved.

I'll see if that fixes my problem.

Thanks for the help guys!

bookratt · 12-16-2009, 10:52 PM

An update: YES! By checking that box to "check for ePub file type association" fixed my problem. I did a test download on a free book on kobo.com, and it worked fine. It went straight into my reader library.

Thanks again PilotBob!

pthwaite · 12-17-2009, 08:16 AM

I "updated" mine (MAC version) and it promptly asked me to re-register my Sony. Of course as soon as I try that, the Sony website tells me I have already got my device registered, The reader software however seems to insist I haven't. I could of course un-register my reader and re-register it again, but honestly,

It's easier just to not use it. download the book, use ADE and Calibre.

just_jeepin · 12-17-2009, 08:53 AM

That's weird, I'm also on a Mac and it worked just fine.

OSX 10.5.8 and PRS505

12-16-2009, 05:31 PM	#1
bookratt Wizard Posts: 1,513 Karma: 1953200 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: The Kingdom of Nye, Nevada Device: Sony Reader PRS505 & PRS600, iPad, Pandigital Novel, iPad 2	NEW? Sony Reader Program - ????? Just downloaded the new & latest Sony Reader library program last night. I'm not pleased - is anyone else having my problem or have a comment? When I first upgraded to the first 3.XXX sony library version, it used to automatically open up when I bought an ePub or PDF from a non Sony vendor and download the book into the library. I just got those two freebies from kobo.com mentioned here, and had to "save" the URL file. Then a window opened, and I had to tell my computer what windows program to use to download the file to (clicked on Reader Library). What up with that?!?!?! Why do they have to fix something that's not broken????

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12-16-2009, 05:44 PM	#2
pilotbob Grand Sorcerer Posts: 19,832 Karma: 11844413 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tampa, FL USA Device: Kindle Touch	Wasn't there a checkbox on that dialog that said "don't prompt me again" or "always do this" or something like that"? BOb

12-16-2009, 06:50 PM	#4
Marcy Guru Posts: 893 Karma: 950683 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: Kobo Libra2	As soon as I installed their new reader program and connected my PRS-700 all my collections disappeared. :-P I promptly uninstalled the program, deleted everything off my reader with Calibre and put it all back again. Collections reappeared. It's disgraceful that Sony forces you to use their buggy crap software to buy books from their store. I refuse to have it on my computer, so will never be buying books from them. Their loss I suppose. I have a $25 giftcard to the store that I got when I bought my reader and it's going to wind up unused. -Marcy

12-16-2009, 09:09 PM	#6
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 73,897 Karma: 128597114 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	When I upgraded to Reader Library, I did get an option to have it associate with ePub and I chose not to as I want ADE associated.

12-16-2009, 10:52 PM	#9
bookratt Wizard Posts: 1,513 Karma: 1953200 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: The Kingdom of Nye, Nevada Device: Sony Reader PRS505 & PRS600, iPad, Pandigital Novel, iPad 2	An update: YES! By checking that box to "check for ePub file type association" fixed my problem. I did a test download on a free book on kobo.com, and it worked fine. It went straight into my reader library. Thanks again PilotBob!

12-17-2009, 08:16 AM	#10
pthwaite Fanatic Posts: 597 Karma: 430 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ellesmere Port, UK Device: DR1000S Sony PRS505 iPad iPhone	I "updated" mine (MAC version) and it promptly asked me to re-register my Sony. Of course as soon as I try that, the Sony website tells me I have already got my device registered, The reader software however seems to insist I haven't. I could of course un-register my reader and re-register it again, but honestly, It's easier just to not use it. download the book, use ADE and Calibre.

12-17-2009, 08:53 AM	#11
just_jeepin Addict Posts: 297 Karma: 1010848 Join Date: Oct 2005 Device: Kobo Libra 2	That's weird, I'm also on a Mac and it worked just fine. OSX 10.5.8 and PRS505