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Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO

computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines

state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video, and information technology features.

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Unpacking your Computer

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Planning an Ergonomic Work Space

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Summary of Contents for Vaio PCV-W600G

Page 1: ...rdware and software programs included with your system View the Electronic Flyer which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer Go to the Sony Online Support Web site to view the VAIO Computer Specifications which lists your computer s hardware specifications and preinstalled software information For Sony software information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar 2 Click We...

Page 2: ... of the Sony VAIO computer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines state of the art computer functionality with the latest audio video and information technology features Unpacking your Computer Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...ns sheet Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program to recover your computer s operating system and preinstalled software Computer and supplied accessories Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Handling the system unit Manuals VAIO Computer Quick Start Provides basic information on setting up and registering you...

Page 4: ...rmation see the online Specifications sheet VAIO Software Provides specific information about the preinstalled Sony software on your computer To access this online software information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard a utility program that enables you to recover your computer s operat...

Page 5: ... the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit with relaxed upright posture avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward Viewing angle of the display Position the unit so that the display is 18 to 26 inches...

Page 6: ...may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK devices to your system such as an optical or hard dis...

Page 7: ...t in stereo speakers and indicator lights You can access the front panel of your VAIO computer by lowering the keyboard When the keyboard is not in use you can fold it up and use the additional TV channel and volume controls Handling the System Unit Front panel Keyboard open Page 7 ...

Page 8: ...lot is in use 3 DVD RW optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the combination optical drive 4 Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk 5 Power indicator Light is green while the power is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode 6 Power button Page 8 ...

Page 9: ...eys S keys The attached keyboard uses a standard key arrangement along with programmable function keys that launch specific applications Front panel Keyboard folded 1 TV On Button1 Press to launch the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software 2 Channel 1 Press to change the channel when TV programming is displayed 3 Volume 1 Press to increase or decrease computer speaker volume 1 A ccess indica...

Page 10: ...nal Composite video In jack Connection for a digital video or stereo A V dubbing cable optional 2 DVD RW optical drive Reads data from compatible CD or DVD media Writes data to a CD R CD RW DVD R or DVD RW media 3 DVD RW optical drive eject button Ejects a disc from the optical drive 4 Composite audio L In jack Connection for an audio or stereo dubbing cable optional Composite audio R In jack Conn...

Page 11: ... A PC Card PCMCIA Card can be inserted into this slot to increase your computer s functional capabilities 11 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable supplied to the wall jack 1 12 i LINK 4 pin S400 port Connection for i LINK compatible digital devices IEEE 1394 13 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone optional 14 Headphones jack Connection for optional speakers or headphones 15 Univer...

Page 12: ...ne and modem line to your computer Left panel 1 Brightness control dial Adjusts the brightness of the built in LCD monitor 2 Volume control dial Increases or decreases the speaker volume 3 Memory Stick media slot Reads and writes data from a Memory Stick media 4 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit Page 12 ...

Page 13: ...functions of your remote control Remote Control 1 MUTE button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound 2 Channel number buttons 0 9 Press to select specific channels Press the ENT button to activate channel selection JUMP button Press to go to the previous channel Press again to return to the current channel ENTER button Press to activate channel selection See Channel number bu...

Page 14: ... change the input source while recording DVD button Press to change to an external DVD device such as a DVD player MUSIC button Press to launch the SonicStage software HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to navigate Press ENTER to select 7 BACK button Press to return to the previous screen Note This function is not available for ...

Page 15: ...ow When using Giga Pocket software press to display the TV Recording deck and playback deck screens Press again to hide these views SIZE button Press to view the current software in full screen size Press again to return the view to its original size 12 FUNCTION button When Giga Pocket software is selected with the MENU button press to switch from the TV recording deck to the playback deck When us...

Page 16: ... button Press to change channels automatically no number input required Note This function is available for Giga Pocket software only For more details about the function buttons on your remote control see the Giga Pocket Help To set up the remote control Insert two AA alkaline batteries supplied into the remote control as shown Inserting batteries into the remote control Under normal use the AA ba...

Page 17: ...th the instructions provided in this section For details on your system s hardware configuration see the online Specifications sheet Connecting a USB Optical Mouse Connecting the Modem Cable Connecting the Power Cord Turning On your Computer Registering your Computer Page 17 ...

Page 18: ...an appropriate surface to enable tracking To connect a USB mouse To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface in order to provide proper pointing and tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have half tone printing Page 18 ...

Page 19: ...al 3 Insert one end of the modem cable supplied into the other RJ 11 jack on the splitter device 4 Insert the plug end of the splitter device into the wall jack 5 Plug the modem cable into the modem line jack on the computer To connect the modem cable Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Connect only 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ether...

Page 20: ...to the AC input port on the right panel of the computer 2 Plug the power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip To connect the power cord Install your computer so you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency Page 20 ...

Page 21: ... When you start your computer it may detect new hardware and prompt you to restart your computer Respond to this prompt immediately Press the power button on the computer to turn on the system To turn on your computer Page 21 ...

Page 22: ...problems you may be having with your computer Limited Warranty Protect your investment See the Limited Warranty Card for more details You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you are provided with additional registration...

Page 23: ... applications are not available on all VAIO computers See your computer s online Specifications sheet for details on your system configuration About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Setting Up Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Setting Up Giga Pocket Software Giga Pocket Timer Recording Wizard Timer Recording Manager Giga Pocket Explorer CLIÉ Converter Glossary Internet Electronic Program Guid...

Page 24: ... programming simultaneously Setting and managing daily weekly timer recording schedules Managing Video Capsules recorded video contents on your computer Recording personal video content from a videotape Playing your Video Capsules on other computers Operating Giga Pocket functions with a remote control device Sharing Giga Pocket features and functions with other computers on a network Transforming...

Page 25: ...The Giga Pocket Server enables multiple computers on a network to use certain Giga Pocket software functions CLIÉ Converter The CLIÉ Converter is a plug in application that enables the conversion of Video Capsules into gMovie format You can change the format your Giga Pocket contents and transfer them onto a Memory Stick media for viewing with your Sony CLIÉ Handheld Accessing the Giga Pocket Help...

Page 26: ... to set up the cables and connections for your Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system The hardware configuration of your computer may vary from the illustrations shown To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer see the online Specifications sheet Page 26 ...

Page 27: ... 2 Connect the other end of the TV coaxial cable to the VHF UHF port on the right panel of your computer To connect in CATV mode Option 1 Option 2 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter adapter 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect t...

Page 28: ...or antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your antenna outlet Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the right panel of your computer Option 2 1 Connect both ends of the antenna s twin lead ca...

Page 29: ...ight panel of your computer 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display To connect in STB mode Option 1 Option 2 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable supplied to your cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set to...

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Page 31: ...ect the other end of the S video cable into the appropriate port on your compatible VCR or camcorder To connect with an Audio cable Dual RCA plugs 1 Connect an audio cable with double RCA plugs at each end optional into the composite audio L and R jacks located on the right panel of your computer 2 Connect the other ends of the audio cable into the appropriate ports on your compatible VCR or camco...

Page 32: ...Setting Up Giga Pocket Software Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software features and functions are detailed in this section enabling you to begin viewing or recording TV programs Page 32 ...

Page 33: ...nding on your cable service access select Standard CATV Standard antenna or set top box STB 1 Standard CATV C1 C125 without STB For this connection you must use a coaxial cable directly without an STB to your computer The default setting for this connection option is STD Depending on your local connection requirements HRC and IRC are also available 2 Standard antenna 2 69 Select this option if you...

Page 34: ...e channel listing If your computer is connected to the Internet you can click Go to Web Site and download channel listings from the iEPG listing site 6 Connect to the Internet 7 Click Go to Web Site and download channel listings by clicking Download all Channel Settings 8 Click Next For the first time setup you are prompted to set your Giga Pocket Server password TV Setup Wizard Giga Pocket Server...

Page 35: ... bit Screen area Use the default video resolution If you change the default settings you may experience poor image quality on your display Microsoft Windows XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time Even if a different user logs on using the fast switch feature Giga Pocket is not available to any other user account For more information see Giga Pocket Help Page 35 ...

Page 36: ...enables you to watch a TV program on your computer display while recording it onto your hard disk drive Using the Giga Pocket Slip Play feature you can view a program from the beginning even while it is being recorded Page 36 ...

Page 37: ...Start in the Windows taskbar point to All Programs point to Giga Pocket then click Giga Pocket The Giga Pocket window appears Giga Pocket window The current television broadcast is displayed based on the selected channel Page 37 ...

Page 38: ...he main interface window the TV Recording deck and the Playback deck TV Recording deck detail Use the TV Recording deck to view programs and record Video Capsules You can use the Playback deck of your Giga Pocket to play back a prerecorded Video Capsule Playback deck detail Page 38 ...

Page 39: ... be recorded or displayed Video input from game consoles may not be recorded or displayed in Giga Pocket When you input an image from a video player device such as a VCR that is connected to your computer the following images may not record or display The still images of a paused playback screen A screen without images such as a blue screen The menu screens of the attached video player device The ...

Page 40: ...een display may shift and split under some circumstances If this occurs switch the TV Recording deck and the playback deck or switch the channel The recording proceeds even if the on screen display shifts Giga Pocket does not operate properly if used concurrently with other video applications such as DVgate or MovieShaker software Page 40 ...

Page 41: ...er and may change without notice Pay per view channels can be accessed when making payments directly to the appropriate TV program provider You can schedule up to 100 timer recordings using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder From the online channel guide click on the REC icon to select the program you wish to record The Timer Recording Wizard begins and the New Timer Recording Set Channel and Sta...

Page 42: ...Timer Recording Wizard With the Timer Recording Wizard you can set adjust and cancel the timer recording settings Page 42 ...

Page 43: ...s Timer Recording Wizard 3 Select the desired option from the Select Timer Recording Settings menu and click Next Follow the on screen instructions Click Help if you need more information about selecting timer recording settings New Timer Recording Set Channel Start Date and Time 4 Verify that the information is correct and click Next The programming station and time information is Page 43 ...

Page 44: ...cording mode MPEG 2 High Quality HQ Image quality is improved but recording requires more space on the hard disk drive as compared to using SP or LP recording modes MPEG 2 Long Play LP Image quality is reduced but recording requires less space on the hard disk drive as compared to using HQ recording mode MPEG 1 New Timer Recording Set Stop Time and Recording Mode 6 From the New Timer Recording Set...

Page 45: ... hard disk drive Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder enables you to set an expiration date for your Video Capsules to be automatically deleted 8 Click Decide to review your setting preferences The New Timer Recording Confirm dialog box appears Click Next New Timer Recording Confirm 9 The New Timer Recording Completed dialog box appears Click Finish New Timer Recording Completed Page 45 ...

Page 46: ... seconds sooner than the set stop time Scheduled daily or weekly timer recording sessions do not occur if your hard disk drive does not have sufficient space Giga Pocket software does not allow a new Video Capsule to be created if there is less than 100 MB of free space on the hard disk drive These scheduled events resume at their scheduled time as hard disk drive space becomes available Approxima...

Page 47: ... Recording Manager application is available For the Timer Recorder Manager application to be available your computer should be in Stand by or Hibernate mode if the system is not in active use You can schedule up to 100 programs at a time for timer recording with the Timer Recording Manager Microsoft Windows XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time If a different use...

Page 48: ...the appropriate action Interrupt Current Recording Stops the current timer recording Use this option when you wish to end the current recording session Timer Recording List Displays a list of timer recordings that have been performed as well as pending timer recordings If a daily weekly timer recording is set only the current recording session is shown The total number of timer recordings displaye...

Page 49: ...imer recording using Giga Pocket software always use the Timer Recording Manager If the Timer Recording Manager is not set up the recording does not start even if you set the timer recording settings with the Timer Recording Wizard Your computer s default setting enables Timer Recording Manager to start automatically when the computer is started The timer recording starts a few seconds earlier tha...

Page 50: ...es and Playlists Giga Pocket Explorer Using the Giga Pocket Explorer Toolbar functions From the Giga Pocket Explorer toolbar you can Start Giga Pocket to play a selected Video Capsule or Playlist Start Timer Recording Wizard to set up timer recordings Start Click to DVD software to burn Video Capsules to DVD recordable media See Click to DVD software Help for more details Start DVgate Plus softwar...

Page 51: ... For additional information about using DVgate Plus software features follow these steps to access the Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to DVgate Plus and click DVgate Plus Help Page 51 ...

Page 52: ...e The Click to DVD software must be installed in order to burn Video Capsules to recordable DVD media 1 From the Giga Pocket Explorer main window select the Video Capsules you want to burn onto a DVD 2 On the Giga Pocket Explorer Toolbar click Make DVD 3 The Click to DVD software starts Follow the on screen instructions Page 52 ...

Page 53: ...ts may not be available depending on the recording mode that was used to create the Video Capsule Additional information about using Giga Pocket Explorer Video Capsules that are recorded using High Quality HQ or Standard Play SP mode can be converted and exported as MPEG 1 MPEG 2 and AVI files MPEG 2 files need a specific system environment for playback A VAIO computer that has Giga Pocket Persona...

Page 54: ...og box appears Connect Disconnect Server 2 Select the server you want to connect to from the Server list 3 Click Connect to add the selected server to the Connected Server list then click OK The server is connected 4 To disconnect repeat step 1 then select the server you want to disconnect from the Connected Server list 5 Click Disconnect then click OK The server is disconnected Accessing Giga Poc...

Page 55: ...r to use the CLIÉ Converter plug in application make sure you have installed all required software for the CLIÉ handheld The Sony CLIÉ Handheld personal entertainment organizers provide a rich and compelling handheld computing experience Powered by the Palm operating system the CLIÉ handheld is ready to deliver music and video with amazing clarity For more information on this exciting device go to...

Page 56: ...er 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to Giga Pocket point to Plug ins and then click CLIÉ Converter The Giga Pocket CLIÉ Converter main window appears Giga Pocket CLIÉ Converter Page 56 ...

Page 57: ... to display the contents in the list area 5 Drag the Video Capsule from the Giga Pocket Explorer window and drop it in the list area of the Giga Pocket CLIÉ Converter window The Video Capsule automatically converts into a video file During conversion the Convert to CLIÉ window appears displaying the conversion status When conversion is complete the window automatically closes To convert multiple V...

Page 58: ...nc operation You can transfer your converted video files directly to your CLIÉ Handheld when you start a HotSync operation 1 From the Giga Pocket CLIÉ Converter main window click to select the videos you want to transfer using the HotSync operation 2 Click Send To The Send To dialog box appears 3 Select Using HotSync as the transfer destination Designate a user name if applicable to your handheld ...

Page 59: ...on date of Video Capsules and their thumbnails This information is required for preview MPEG file A file that contains compressed moving pictures using the MPEG standard with mpg as the file name extension Safety Tab Removing the safety tab from a Video Capsule prevents accidental erasing of your video data Slip play This feature allows you to view delayed video playback While your recording is in...

Page 60: ...ga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to Giga Pocket point to Help and then select Giga Pocket Help Page 60 ...

Page 61: ...recordings and record your favorite TV programs1 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder must be set up and configured correctly before you can use the Internet Electronic Program Guide service You must read and accept the User Agreement before accessing the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site first time only The Internet Electronic Program Guide service is available only to users in the United...

Page 62: ... services available in your area 5 Select your TV provider and then click Confirm Channel Lineup The Confirm Lineup window appears listing available channels by number and name 6 Click Yes if the channel lineup is correct Otherwise click No and repeat steps 3 and 4 until you locate the correct channel lineup 7 Your TV listings appear in table format organized by time and channel Click Download All...

Page 63: ... information about managing your computer s hard disk drive performance using i LINK devices Memory Stick media PC Cards and changing default settings About i LINK Compatibility About the Memory Stick Media Slot About the PC Card Slot VAIO Action Setup Page 63 ...

Page 64: ... to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software programs operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation supplied with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting...

Page 65: ...VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer s Shortcut keys S Keys Page 65 ...

Page 66: ...ch the following software programs S1 Help VAIO Help Center S2 Mail Microsoft Outlook Express S3 Internet Microsoft Internet Explorer S4 Music SonicStage S5 TV Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder S6 Picture PictureGear Studio PCV W series keyboard Page 66 ...

Page 67: ...ated in the Windows taskbar to launch VAIO Action Setup 3 Click the S Key you want to change 4 From the Select Application dialog box click the option for the desired type of function The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right 5 Select an application from the list Click Next You can drag a software program to place it into the list box 6 The Confirmation Application Name wi...

Page 68: ...About the Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO computer is equipped with a Memory Stick slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick media Page 68 ...

Page 69: ...with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices VAIO computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only Currently high speed data transfer and the MagicGate technology features such as authentication and encryption are not available You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provide...

Page 70: ...mory Stick media slot located on the left panel Inserting a Memory Stick media 2 If the media does not insert easily remove it from the slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the Memory Stick media but do not force it into the slot Page 70 ...

Page 71: ... Stick slot The media extends further enabling you to grasp it Removing a Memory Stick Media 2 Carefully remove the Memory Stick media from the slot Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the media access indicator light is on The media or its data may become damaged Memory Stick media do not support AVI file playback Copy the AVI file to your hard disk drive before attempting to play back the...

Page 72: ...ed on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected You cannot delete copy or save information on the media while the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s contents Locking the Memory Stick Media Page 72 ...

Page 73: ...computer has a card bus PC Card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC PCMCIA Cards You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC Card For more information see the instructions supplied with your PC Card Page 73 ...

Page 74: ... Inserting a PC Card 2 Push the PC Card gently into the slot The card is automatically detected If the PC Card does not insert easily remove it from the PC Card slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the PC Card without forcing it into the slot Page 74 ...

Page 75: ... Device window appears Click OK 4 When the message Safe to Remove Hardware appears push the PC Card Eject button on the right panel of the system unit Be sure to extend the Eject button out from the computer before attempting to eject the card Removing a PC Card 5 When the PC Card ejects from the PC Card slot remove the card by holding the edges and pulling it out carefully If you remove the PC Ca...

Page 76: ...mputer In the future you may want to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer This section provides information about upgrading your system Overview Installing Memory Replacing the Lithium Battery Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Page 76 ...

Page 77: ...pgrade or maintenance of your new computer Your local dealer is knowledgeable of this specialized personal computer and familiar with modifying electronic equipment To view the hardware configuration for your computer see the online Specifications sheet Page 77 ...

Page 78: ...pped with all of the hardware features mentioned in this section The interior configuration of your system may vary from the illustrations depending on the computer purchased Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives add on cards and other components Follow the procedures described in this section only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area...

Page 79: ... you purchased Your computer may ship with all available memory slots filled See the online Specifications sheet for details about the memory installed in your computer Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer See Before upgrading your computer Page 79 ...

Page 80: ...rinter 2 Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices 3 Locate and press the release button on the side of the system unit cover Locating the cover release button 4 With the release button depressed slide the cover to the right and lift away from the system unit Removing the cover Page 80 ...

Page 81: ... screw securing the memory cover 2 Carefully disengage the memory cover tabs from the notches on the chassis by sliding the memory cover to the left Removing the memory cover 3 Lift the memory cover to access the memory module slots Page 81 ...

Page 82: ...e the memory module s you wish to remove 2 Push down on the latches located on both sides of the module to gently eject it from the slot Removing a memory module 3 Hold the module by the sides and store it in a static free bag Page 82 ...

Page 83: ...ling a memory module 3 Firmly insert the bottom edge of the module into the slot 4 Press down evenly against the module s upper corners The side latches snap into position holding the memory module in place To avoid damaging a memory module or the memory module slot move the side latches slightly outward to relieve pressure The module is properly inserted when the side latches click into place Pag...

Page 84: ...lign the memory cover tabs to the notches on the chassis 2 Gently press down on the memory cover until the tabs lock into place 3 Slide the memory cover to the right and replace the securing screw Replacing the memory cover Page 84 ...

Page 85: ...placing the system cover 1 Align the tabs on the cover to the tracks on the system unit s chassis 2 Gently slide the cover to the left until the tabs lock the cover into place Replacing the cover Page 85 ...

Page 86: ...ing a Hard Disk Drive Your computer has an installed ATA 100 3 inch hard disk drive Do not attempt to replace the hard drive Contact your local dealer for replacement or upgrade of the hard disk drive Page 86 ...

Page 87: ...replaced incorrectly Contact your local dealer to replace the lithium battery Replace the battery only with a CR2032 type lithium battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center To locate a Serv...

Page 88: ...re Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features or software discussed in this section depending on the system configuration purchased About VAIO Computer Functions About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder About Using the Optical Disc Drive s About the Mouse and Keyboard About the Modem About the Speakers About Using a Microphone About Using Peripheral Equipment Page 88 ...

Page 89: ...ed the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on If your system has a built in monitor confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted corre...

Page 90: ...ed the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on If your system has a built in monitor confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted corre...

Page 91: ...does not close try the following steps 1 Save and close any open files if possible 2 Press the Alt F4 keys The Turn Off Computer window appears If the Turn Off Computer window does not appear press Ctrl Alt Delete 3 Click Restart If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds If the software ...

Page 92: ...roubleshooting information you can search Windows Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the window 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter Follow the on screen instructions accordin...

Page 93: ...se any programs that you are not currently using Increasing the system memory may also help For information on installing memory please see the online VAIO User Guide To access the online User Guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Page 93 ...

Page 94: ... in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel 2 Select Appearance and Themes and then select Change the screen resolution 3 Click the Settings tab 4 Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels 5 Click Apply and then click OK Page 94 ...

Page 95: ... console may not display or are not displayed correctly These images include Images from a playback screen that is in pause mode Menu screens of the connected video player device The end of the film roll being played back using the scroll bar Video output from a video game console Video output from a VCR using a coaxial cable Giga Pocket cannot record or display all video images from this source P...

Page 96: ... console may not display or are not displayed correctly These images include Images from a playback screen that is in pause mode Menu screens of the connected video player device The end of the film roll being played back using the scroll bar Video output from a video game console Video output from a VCR using a coaxial cable Giga Pocket cannot record or display all video images from this source P...

Page 97: ...uch as When you change the channel on the video player device If there is a damaged section on your video tape When using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder set your display settings as follows Colors Use the default factory settings 32 bit Screen area Set your video resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels If you use other settings you may experience poor image quality on your display Page 97 ...

Page 98: ... Video Capsule while recording a TV program with Giga Pocket During a timer recording Giga Pocket may interrupt or stop your Video Capsule playback to prioritize your computer s resources for the timer recording If this occurs wait until the timer recording session has completed and then play back the Video Capsule Page 98 ...

Page 99: ...low The timer recording may fail in certain situations such as The coaxial cable input is disconnected after recording has started The TV channel has lost broadcast signal during the recording session Video content being recorded has poor signal quality Page 99 ...

Page 100: ...r on screen display may shift or split in rare instances If this should occur switch the TV Recording deck and the playback deck or try switching the channel Your timer recording continues even if the on screen display has shifted or split Page 100 ...

Page 101: ...ate new Video Capsules You cannot create a new Video Capsule when the remaining free space on your hard disk drive reaches approximately 100 MB Delete any unnecessary Video Capsules or files to increase the free space on your hard drive Page 101 ...

Page 102: ...o use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Press the Eject button on the drive To use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select My Computer 2 Right click the appropriate optical drive icon 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use...

Page 103: ...o use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Press the Eject button on the drive To use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select My Computer 2 Right click the appropriate optical drive icon 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use...

Page 104: ...s instructions If your drive reads some DVDs or CDs but not others check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches The preinstalled CD or DVD software may not be working properly To recover this software see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the...

Page 105: ...lick OK If you see video but cannot hear audio check all of the following 1 Verify that your DVD player s mute feature is turned off 2 Check the master volume setting in the Audio Mixer 3 Check the volume settings on your computer speakers 4 Check the connections between your speakers and the computer 5 Verify that drivers are installed properly by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Window...

Page 106: ...are using a standard ball mouse there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps Save and close all software programs and turn off your computer Turn the mouse upside down Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand Using a piece ...

Page 107: ...are using a standard ball mouse there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps Save and close all software programs and turn off your computer Turn the mouse upside down Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand Using a piece ...

Page 108: ...ws taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Mouse The Mouse Properties dialog box appears 3 From the Buttons tab select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options 4 Click Apply then click OK Page 108 ...

Page 109: ...seconds and then restart your computer If you are using a wireless keyboard 1 Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed For proper installation of the AA batteries see the documentation supplied with your equipment 2 Press the Connect button on the keyboard to reestablish the connection between the two devices 1 The V A IO W series computer has a built in keyboard Page 109 ...

Page 110: ...SP check the following Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards If you are hav...

Page 111: ...SP check the following Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards If you are hav...

Page 112: ...e modem If it appears that your modem is not functioning properly check the device status 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options 3 From the Modems tab click to select your modem 4 Click Properties The Modem Properties window appears 5 Review the information in the Device status section If your modem ...

Page 113: ... Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Phone and Modem options 3 From the Dialing Rules tab click Edit The Edit Location dialog box appears 4 Select the Tone or Pulse option Click OK Page 113 ...

Page 114: ...ccessories point to Communications and then click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears The Location Information and the Phone and Modem Options windows appear when using your computer for the first time Enter your information as requested and continue to the New Connection Wizard window The Location Information window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to finish setting...

Page 115: ... Speech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows volume control The sound driver s may not be working properly To recover your sound drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options...

Page 116: ... Speech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows volume control The sound driver s may not be working properly To recover your sound drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options...

Page 117: ...ced button The Advanced Controls for Play Control dialog box appears 3 In the Other Controls box click to select the option 1 Digital Output Only 4 Click Close and then close the Play Control dialog box If you plan to use your own speaker system you may experience some difficulty using the mute feature during DVD playback Use the mute function of your speaker system instead of the keyboard or soft...

Page 118: ...About Using a Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Page 118 ...

Page 119: ...About Using a Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Page 119 ...

Page 120: ... Sound recording section and click Volume The Recording Control dialog box appears If the volume control for the microphone is visible skip to step 6 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties The Properties dialog box appears 5 In the section Show the following volume controls click to select the Microphone check box Click OK 6 From the Recording Control dialog box decrease the microphone vol...

Page 121: ...ce a check mark in the box Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer equipped with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 if using the parallel port and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model 7 Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printe...

Page 122: ...ce a check mark in the box Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer equipped with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 if using the parallel port and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model 7 Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printe...

Page 123: ...y when the computer resumes from a power saving mode Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds and then turning it back on If your printer does not resume normal operations try restarting your computer Page 123 ...

Page 124: ... storage media and locating upgrade procedures A support resource listing is also provided to help you locate the appropriate support options About the Power Source About Using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder About Disposing of the Lithium Battery About Handling a Monitor Display About Recording and Data Storage Media Page 124 ...

Page 125: ...s you may want to purchase an Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS This device contains both a surge protector and a battery backup The surge protector prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power To remove power from the system you mu...

Page 126: ...setup while Giga Pocket is running or your system may operate improperly Hard disk drive When the available free space on your hard disk approaches 100 MB you are not able to create a new Video Capsule Delete unnecessary Video Capsules or files in order to increase available space on your hard disk drive If you directly delete move or rename a file in the D Giga Pocket folder Giga Pocket Personal ...

Page 127: ...y Service Center or Factory Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries The lithium battery may explode if mistreated Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may ...

Page 128: ...onnel before operating it any further Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may result Do not use cut or damaged connection cables Always switch the power off before connecting your computer to peripheral equipment otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your computer Your computer keyboard and mouse consist of high precision electronic pa...

Page 129: ...strong magnetic force Do not block the ventilation slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a pe...

Page 130: ...y suggests using only the MagicGate Memory Stick media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage and OpenMG software Currently the Memory Stick slot on VAIO computers may not support all of the high speed data transfer or access control features of the new Memory Stick PRO media You can use the new Memory Stick PRO media as you would use a standard Memory Stick media Visit the Sony On...

Page 131: ...ms or to locate support for your VAIO computer This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results Immediate Help and Support Software Help and Support Resources for Additional Help and Support Page 131 ...

Page 132: ...t 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Specifications The online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view this online information go to http www sony com pcsupport Preinstalled software Help files Each preinstalled software program provides online Help within the software that describes the software s feature...

Page 133: ...oto albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital still camera What s more you can easily give a professional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You re only a few clicks away from your own DVDs CLIÉ Converter Sony Electronics Inc CLIÉ Converter software is a plug in software program that converts Giga Pocket Video Capsules int...

Page 134: ...your home movies right on your PC Build your movie with a few simple drag and drops Delete bad shots and include only the best scenes Add special effects music and narration Then share your movie via the Web e mail on your PC CD or even DVD You can also save your edited movie back to the DV tape in your camera to play on a TV or even on the camera itself Microsoft Windows Media Player Microsoft Co...

Page 135: ...novice user to start recording right away SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music on your computer SonicStage software sports high quality digital audio storage a music visualizer a sleek player skin design audio CD burning capability on computer models that include a CD recording device and a parametric equalizer for fine tu...

Page 136: ...alled software and answers to frequently asked questions WinDVD for VAIO InterVideo Inc WinDVD software serves as a simple to use DVD player that offers all the features you would expect to find in a standard consumer DVD player including advanced display and navigation features such as zoom pan bookmark and time search Contact information By software publisher Adobe Systems Inc web site http www ...

Page 137: ...674 2680 Sony Pictures Digital Networks web site http mediasoftware sonypictures com support default asp Sony Electronics Inc web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Symantec Corp web site http www symantec com techsupp 1 Intuit Inc Software Support from 900 555 4932 is fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of...

Page 138: ...repairs or check repair status review warranty information e mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center check pricing and availability for products accessories and parts as well as purchase online access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base a database that contains answers to many frequently asked questions Sony Customer Information Services Center If other suppor...

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