MobileRead Forums
Register Guidelines E-Books Today's Posts Search

Go Back   MobileRead Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results

Welcome to the MobileRead Forums.

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features.

By joining our free community today, you will have fewer ads, access to post topics, communicate privately with other members, respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features.

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please feel free to contact us contact us.

The MobileRead Team

Notices

Page 1 of 10 1 2345 Last »
Showing results 1 to 25 of 230 - Search took 0.01 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: BobVA
Forum: Kobo Reader 05-05-2020, 06:51 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,349
Posted By BobVA
If removing the books doesn't fix it, definitely...

If removing the books doesn't fix it, definitely try this next. If that fixes it, it may either be a defective cover or where you're storing it.

I've noticed my Clara (with smart cover and...
Forum: Kobo Reader 09-22-2019, 04:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,424
Posted By BobVA
The problem on mine stopped as mysteriously at it...

The problem on mine stopped as mysteriously at it appeared. Not sure if perhaps I was placing it somewhere it didn't like (over metal, or wires or something) or if something else did it (same F/W...
Forum: Kobo Reader 09-01-2019, 03:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 624
Posted By BobVA
Pretty sure I've noticed that too, depending on...

Pretty sure I've noticed that too, depending on what the sleep image is on the screen, after a long time in sleep mode.

I've had problems with the battery running out in sleep mode / with the...
Forum: Kobo Reader 08-29-2019, 07:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,424
Posted By BobVA
I'd be interested to hear if any of that works...

I'd be interested to hear if any of that works for you. I've gone back to setting automatic power-off for the time being.
Forum: Kobo Reader 08-22-2019, 04:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,424
Posted By BobVA
I have exactly the same problem with a Kobo sleep...

I have exactly the same problem with a Kobo sleep cover and firmware 4.15.12920. The battery will go flat with the reader left on a table for a couple of days if the cover sleep mode is checked. ...
Forum: Kobo Reader 08-15-2019, 11:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,424
Posted By BobVA
Interesting! Thank you!

Interesting! Thank you!
Forum: Kobo Reader 08-15-2019, 10:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,424
Posted By BobVA
I've noticed the same thing. My Sony Readers will...

I've noticed the same thing. My Sony Readers will go weeks in sleep mode but the Clara packs up after a couple of days. A bit disappointing.

The work-around I've found is setting the...
Forum: Sony Reader 02-18-2016, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,147
Posted By BobVA
If your books are in ePub format, you should be...

If your books are in ePub format, you should be able to use any Android reader app that can read secure/encrypted ePub files (e.g. Bluefire Reader, etc,) that is available for your version of...
Forum: Sony Reader 01-15-2015, 09:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,920
Posted By BobVA
Did you get the book from Kobo? If so, and you...

Did you get the book from Kobo? If so, and you don't see "Blackberry" in the list of "Read On" devices on the webpage for that book, it won't be readable on the Sony (since it's not using standard...
Forum: Sony Reader 10-07-2014, 05:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,480
Posted By BobVA
Try a different computer? Tried de-authorizing...

Try a different computer? Tried de-authorizing and resetting the 950 before the update?
Forum: Sony Reader 08-18-2014, 04:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,688
Posted By BobVA
Many US libraries use overdrive.com to supply...

Many US libraries use overdrive.com to supply their loaner books. I just discovered that I can purchase books from them which they stock, but which my library hasn't elected to carry.

I'd been...
Forum: Sony Reader 07-11-2014, 04:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,579
Posted By BobVA
I just had the same problem with "The Martian" by...

I just had the same problem with "The Martian" by Andy Weir. Their system let me purchase it, but then didn't show a download link in the library. The CSR I spoke with said there wasn't a...
Forum: Sony Reader 11-07-2012, 09:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 986
Posted By BobVA
Try reposting your question in this section....

Try reposting your question in this section. (https://www.mobileread.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=141)

Welcome to the forums!

Bob
Forum: Announcements 10-30-2012, 09:59 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 65,892
Posted By BobVA
Happy Birthday! My favorite section is "Sony...

Happy Birthday!

My favorite section is "Sony Reader" - it's been a tremendous troubleshooting resource and a great source of hardware recommendations.

Bob
Forum: Sony Reader 10-16-2012, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,171
Posted By BobVA
Prior to the reset you should connect the Reader...

Prior to the reset you should connect the Reader to your computer, start the Sony Reader Library software, sign into your account, go to the "Manage My Devices" under "My Account" and "deauthorize"...
Forum: Sony Reader 08-22-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,126
Posted By BobVA
I'd love to see that - sounds like a great idea. ...

I'd love to see that - sounds like a great idea. Could you post a picture?

Cheers,
Bob
Forum: Sony Reader 05-23-2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,819
Posted By BobVA
Hi Maureen: You might want to repost your...

Hi Maureen:

You might want to repost your question with a subject line like "Need help deauthorizing a reader", which will help you get more replys. Also tell us:
- What kind of reader is...
Forum: Sony Reader 01-18-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,357
Posted By BobVA
Glad to help. Note that it's the repair parts...

Glad to help. Note that it's the repair parts number, i.e. not the repair number. When I've been able to obtain Sony parts they have been reasonably priced (e.g. a couple of bucks for a switch for...
Forum: Sony Reader 01-16-2012, 11:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,357
Posted By BobVA
Last time I bought Sony repair parts I got them...

Last time I bought Sony repair parts I got them directly from Sony, but I just looked and it seems like they stopped selling them directly. They appear to be using a couple of distributors,...
Forum: Sony Reader 12-19-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,611
Posted By BobVA
I had a lot of LRF books - Calibre did a decent...

I had a lot of LRF books - Calibre did a decent job of automatic conversion on them, so you might want to try that and see if you're happy with the results.

Regards,
Bob
Forum: Sony Reader 12-13-2011, 08:09 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 21,567
Posted By BobVA
I've sort of settled into using the old Sony...

I've sort of settled into using the old Sony software (Reader Library) for interacting with the store and reading purchased content, and Calibre for everything else. I deleted the new Reader...
Forum: News 06-09-2011, 06:58 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,107
Posted By BobVA
Excellent question - I hope Sony puts out some...

Excellent question - I hope Sony puts out some information on this soon.
Forum: Sony Reader 06-03-2011, 08:45 PM
Replies: 6
PRS-500 PRS-500 cover
Views: 1,425
Posted By BobVA
Are you in the US? If so, PM me and I'll see if...

Are you in the US? If so, PM me and I'll see if I still have one in my parts box.

Bob
Forum: Sony Reader 05-25-2011, 06:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,339
Posted By BobVA
Hi: Did you charge it using the USB port? If...

Hi:
Did you charge it using the USB port? If so, try charging it through the yellow adapter jack. (If the battery gets really low, the 505 can have problems charging through the USB port.)
...
Forum: Sony Reader 04-02-2011, 11:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,980
Posted By BobVA
That question is way past my knowledge, sorry! ...

That question is way past my knowledge, sorry! I'm sure somebody in the Calibre forum could help out, though:

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=166
Showing results 1 to 25 of 230
Page 1 of 10 1 2345 Last »

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 01:57 PM.

Contact Us - FAQ - Guidelines - Privacy - Top

MobileRead.com is a privately owned, operated and funded community.