PRS+.... ?

carpetmojo · 08-17-2011, 04:35 AM

I keep seeing references to PRS+ for the 350/650 .

Now I assume it's an add-on/custom bag of tricks to improve the PRS functions and capabilities.
I like the talk of being able to change the default size of the fonts, which makes small more useable.
Firstly, can I access it in UK ? And secondly, can it lead to any problems? (I speak here with readers still in warranty - so would it negate the position with regard to claiming ? Yes, I know it's not usually a useful exercise, but I think we have more consumer rights weapons at our disposal over here...)

Any advice appreciated.

Asawi · 08-17-2011, 04:57 AM

I'm such a chicken when it comes to modifying somthing I love and use a lot, like my PRS350. However, I decided to take the plunge a few weeks ago and installed PRS+. Could not be much easier! There is also a utility available to restore to stock firmware, should you want to. Equally easy!
I dare not speak about warranties (mine is a US device, so I don't have much to hope for when it comes to warranty anyway).
I use the PRS+ to add a font that I really like, and really not much more. But for that alone, I think its' more than worth doing!
Link to the PRS+ installation utility is in the developer's section. I think user Mark Nord har links in his signature ( i.e. every post he makes).
Another user, Anamardol has an excellent description how to put in new fonts.
A third user, Delphin (?) has provided my favourite font (Nimbus Mod)
I'll see if I can find links for you!

Edit: I was wrong about Mark Nord's signature. Must be thinking of someone else...

Asawi · 08-17-2011, 05:05 AM

PRS+:
http://code.google.com/p/prs-plus/
Anamardolls blog with description:
http://www.anamardoll.com/2011/06/er...tion-with.html
Delphin's post about NimbusMod. It includes instructions how to use the embedded font in the "through the looking glass" file he posts: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...=139479&page=2

Ashjuk · 08-17-2011, 01:22 PM

I have got as far as downloading the code and the css files with fonts that was posted here a couple of weeks ago.

I am still debating with myself about installing it all as my 650 is only a couple of months old, and, like you, I'm a little concerned about the warranty situation should I need to return it for service for whatever reason.

I know that it's possible to restore the original firmware but if your device is broken that might not be possible.

To be honest I am perfectly happy with the way the 650 works at the moment and the default font is fine, so I'm not really sure I would get a lot from it anyway.

carpetmojo · 08-17-2011, 06:10 PM

Thanks Asawi.

Asawi · 08-18-2011, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ashjuk

To be honest I am perfectly happy with the way the 650 works at the moment and the default font is fine, so I'm not really sure I would get a lot from it anyway.

If it ain't broken, don't fix it!

Ashjuk · 08-18-2011, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asawi

If it ain't broken, don't fix it!

My thoughts exactly.

Mark Nord · 08-18-2011, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asawi

Edit: I was wrong about Mark Nord's signature. Must be thinking of someone else...

It's kartu, the author of PRS+, and his signature links to his projectpage.

Asawi · 08-18-2011, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark Nord

It's kartu, the author of PRS+, and his signature links to his projectpage.

I knew that!

Sort of...

AlbertaCowboy · 08-18-2011, 04:42 PM

I did install the PRS+ for my 650, and the process was incredibly simple. I did change back to the original firmware, however. I didn't find that there was anything that PRS+ (while wonderful) did for me that the original firmware didn't. I only load my books through Calibre, so the nested folders wasn't an issue for me, I can't be bothered to change the font, so that was moot as well.
Despite my own lack of use for PRS+, it's fantastic for those who would like the features it provides. Give it a shot, and if you don't need those features, restore the original firmware. Nothing simpler.

carpetmojo · 08-18-2011, 05:55 PM

Thanks everyone, I shall investigate as suggested.

08-17-2011, 04:35 AM	#1
carpetmojo Wizard Posts: 3,117 Karma: 9269999 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: UK Device: Sony- T3, PRS650, 350, T1/2/3, Paperwhite, Fire 8.9,Samsung Tab S 10.5	PRS+.... ? I keep seeing references to PRS+ for the 350/650 . Now I assume it's an add-on/custom bag of tricks to improve the PRS functions and capabilities. I like the talk of being able to change the default size of the fonts, which makes small more useable. Firstly, can I access it in UK ? And secondly, can it lead to any problems? (I speak here with readers still in warranty - so would it negate the position with regard to claiming ? Yes, I know it's not usually a useful exercise, but I think we have more consumer rights weapons at our disposal over here...) Any advice appreciated. Last edited by carpetmojo; 08-17-2011 at 04:36 AM. Reason: Can't spell early in a.m.

08-17-2011, 04:57 AM	#2
Asawi Gadgetoholic Posts: 1,462 Karma: 2731820 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sweden Device: Kobo Libra2, Tolino Vision 6	I'm such a chicken when it comes to modifying somthing I love and use a lot, like my PRS350. However, I decided to take the plunge a few weeks ago and installed PRS+. Could not be much easier! There is also a utility available to restore to stock firmware, should you want to. Equally easy! I dare not speak about warranties (mine is a US device, so I don't have much to hope for when it comes to warranty anyway). I use the PRS+ to add a font that I really like, and really not much more. But for that alone, I think its' more than worth doing! Link to the PRS+ installation utility is in the developer's section. I think user Mark Nord har links in his signature ( i.e. every post he makes). Another user, Anamardol has an excellent description how to put in new fonts. A third user, Delphin (?) has provided my favourite font (Nimbus Mod) I'll see if I can find links for you! Edit: I was wrong about Mark Nord's signature. Must be thinking of someone else... Last edited by Asawi; 08-17-2011 at 05:00 AM.

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08-17-2011, 05:05 AM	#3
Asawi Gadgetoholic Posts: 1,462 Karma: 2731820 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sweden Device: Kobo Libra2, Tolino Vision 6	PRS+: http://code.google.com/p/prs-plus/ Anamardolls blog with description: http://www.anamardoll.com/2011/06/er...tion-with.html Delphin's post about NimbusMod. It includes instructions how to use the embedded font in the "through the looking glass" file he posts: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...=139479&page=2

08-17-2011, 01:22 PM	#4
Ashjuk Fanatic Posts: 500 Karma: 3498633 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Surrey, UK Device: Kobo Aura One, Sony PRS 600/650	I have got as far as downloading the code and the css files with fonts that was posted here a couple of weeks ago. I am still debating with myself about installing it all as my 650 is only a couple of months old, and, like you, I'm a little concerned about the warranty situation should I need to return it for service for whatever reason. I know that it's possible to restore the original firmware but if your device is broken that might not be possible. To be honest I am perfectly happy with the way the 650 works at the moment and the default font is fine, so I'm not really sure I would get a lot from it anyway.

08-17-2011, 06:10 PM	#5
carpetmojo Wizard Posts: 3,117 Karma: 9269999 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: UK Device: Sony- T3, PRS650, 350, T1/2/3, Paperwhite, Fire 8.9,Samsung Tab S 10.5	Thanks Asawi.

08-18-2011, 04:42 PM	#10
AlbertaCowboy Guru Posts: 819 Karma: 171672846 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Alberta, Canada Device: PRS-350, PRS-650, iPhone 6, NVIDIA Shield K1	I did install the PRS+ for my 650, and the process was incredibly simple. I did change back to the original firmware, however. I didn't find that there was anything that PRS+ (while wonderful) did for me that the original firmware didn't. I only load my books through Calibre, so the nested folders wasn't an issue for me, I can't be bothered to change the font, so that was moot as well. Despite my own lack of use for PRS+, it's fantastic for those who would like the features it provides. Give it a shot, and if you don't need those features, restore the original firmware. Nothing simpler.

08-18-2011, 05:55 PM	#11
carpetmojo Wizard Posts: 3,117 Karma: 9269999 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: UK Device: Sony- T3, PRS650, 350, T1/2/3, Paperwhite, Fire 8.9,Samsung Tab S 10.5	Thanks everyone, I shall investigate as suggested.

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