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Copying and Playing DVDs

The type of optical drive installed in your computer may vary, depending on the model you purchased. Computers equipped
with a CD-RW/DVD drive can play DVDs and can read most DVD-R media. Computers equipped with a DVD-RW drive can play
and copy files to DVDs.

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Playing DVDs

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Disconnecting the TV from the computer

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Copying files to a DVD-R or DVD-RW

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Frequently asked questions

Do not remove the optical drive when the computer is in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate). Doing

so may cause the computer to malfunction.

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Содержание PCG-GRX690K

Страница 1: ...nformation on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs In the left navigation window click the topics you want to learn more about and that information will be displayed in this main window View the Electronic Flyer which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer Page 1 ...

Страница 2: ...ry and an AC adapter This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source Using AC Power Using the Battery Conserving Battery Power Page 2 ...

Страница 3: ... computer immediately use the supplied AC adapter as the power source While the computer uses AC power it automatically charges the battery if it is inserted See Using the Battery for more information on installing and using your battery Connecting the AC adapter Turning on the computer Page 3 ...

Страница 4: ...cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN port on your computer Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter and plug the other end into an AC outlet Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Page 4 ...

Страница 5: ... until the power indicator turns on Turning on the Computer If you hold the power button down the computer turns off 3 If necessary adjust the brightness controls for the computer screen LCD as follows To increase light intensity press the Fn F5 keys Press the Up Arrow key or the Right Arrow key To decrease light intensity press the Fn F5 keys Press the Down Arrow key or the Left Arrow key Page 5 ...

Страница 6: ...u use you can always extend the life of the battery by conserving power See Conserving Battery Power for more information Inserting a battery Removing a battery Using a second battery Displaying battery information Charging a battery Notes on batteries Frequently asked questions The battery that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase The brightness of your computer s...

Страница 7: ... it clicks into place If the port replicator is attached to your computer do not insert or remove the battery Lifting and turning the computer with the port replicator attached could cause a temporary loss of power Some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your ...

Страница 8: ...n remove the battery when the computer is on or off If the computer is on connect the AC adapter and exit a power saving mode before you remove the battery To remove a battery 1 Push the battery bay cover down to open it 2 Pull the battery out of the battery bay Removing a Battery 3 Push in and lift up the battery bay cover until it clicks into place Page 8 ...

Страница 9: ...tery Inserting the Weight Saver To remove the second battery 1 Make sure the Battery 2 indicator is off and the Battery 1 indicator is on or the computer is connected to AC power If the Battery 2 indicator is on right click the battery icon on the taskbar and click Switch discharge battery 2 Turn the computer over and unlock the multipurpose bay RELEASE switch Unlocking the RELEASE Switch 3 Pull t...

Страница 10: ...rs and 4 minutes of battery charge left Battery Information Toolbar Percentage indicator Displays the percentage of the remaining charge Time indicator Displays estimated time hours minutes remaining before the battery fully discharges also known as the time to empty To close the Battery Information toolbar 1 Right click the Battery Information toolbar 2 Select Toolbars from the shortcut menu and ...

Страница 11: ...ced for specific information on the battery Alarms tab Displays the alarm settings which notify you when the battery is fully charged or too low You can change your computer s alarm settings on this window Click Help in the lower right corner of the window for more information Page 11 ...

Страница 12: ...Specifications for the approximate time needed to charge your battery Charge the battery at temperatures between 50 F and 80 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require more time to charge 1 Insert the battery into the battery bay If you want to charge more than one battery insert the second battery into the computer See To insert a second battery for more information 2 Connect the AC adapter to the...

Страница 13: ... use or being discharged the battery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery away from all sources of heat Keep the battery dry Do not open or disassemble the battery Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock Battery life is shorter in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Page 13 ...

Страница 14: ...ormation When is the computer using AC power When the computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC power even if a battery is installed When should I recharge the battery When the battery level falls below 10 percent When both the battery and power indicators blink When you have not used the battery for a long time Page 14 ...

Страница 15: ...ing modes and PowerPanel utility to conserve battery power Conserving battery power may significantly extend your computing time depending on how you use your computer Using power saving modes Using PowerPanel utility Frequently asked questions Page 15 ...

Страница 16: ... consumes the lowest level of power Your computer enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent regardless of the setting you select Some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid data loss To activate Sta...

Страница 17: ...gement automatically loads the AC profile unless you disable this feature Games Disables the display and the Hard Disk Standby timer Presentation Keeps the display on at all times while it conserves power This option is ideal for slide show presentations You can establish settings for LCD Video Standby Hard Disk Standby and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system Camera Optimizes...

Страница 18: ...he processor speed You can select either Performance Adaptive Battery Life or More Battery Life These selections are listed in order from the greatest to least amount of power consumed System Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to activate the Standby mode when it is idle The longer you allow the computer to sit idle while it is not in a power saving mode the more power the compute...

Страница 19: ...nly turns off power to the hard disk drive i LINK Port Controls the power supply to the i LINK port You can disable power to the i LINK port to conserve power Memory Stick Port Power saving Controls the power supply to the Memory Stick slot You can disable power to the Memory Stick slot to conserve power 1 Slows the processor speed Page 19 ...

Страница 20: ...that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently See Using power saving modes for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode When should I replace the battery If after fully charging the battery the battery power is still low the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Why is the battery warm While the battery is in use or ...

Страница 21: ...Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections Network Connections Connecting Another VAIO Computer Page 21 ...

Страница 22: ...connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider ISP or setting up an existing account When you connect to the Internet you can register your VAIO computer use online services and gain access to Sony Computing Support Setting up a dial up Internet connection Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection Customizing your Internet connection Frequently asked questions Page 22 ...

Страница 23: ...necting a Telephone Cable Your computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter the modem or connected ...

Страница 24: ...y lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable via a splitter the modem or connected device may not work properly To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet ...

Страница 25: ...4 Click to select the Automatically detect settings check box 5 Click to select the Use automatic configuration script and type an address in the Address box 6 Click OK Page 25 ...

Страница 26: ...language and colors You can also regulate content and set your browsing preferences To open the Internet Properties dialog box 1 Click Start point to Settings Control Panel and click Internet Options The Internet Properties dialog box appears 2 Click the tabs to view customizing options 3 Make changes and click Apply to activate your changes 4 Click OK Page 26 ...

Страница 27: ...covery CD s for more information Why is my modem connection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 90 compatible modem Many factors may influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provid...

Страница 28: ...sy to gain access to remote and local area networks LANs using wireless Ethernet or dial up connections For more information about networking click Start Help and then Networking Using Ethernet and dial up connections Using wireless LAN connections Checking your network connection status Frequently asked questions Types of Networks Page 28 ...

Страница 29: ...to open the Connections tab and click LAN Settings near the bottom of the page The Local Area Network LAN Settings dialog box appears 4 Click to select the Automatically detect settings check box 5 Click to select the Use automatic configuration script and type an address in the Address box 6 Click OK Warning Only connect 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Do not connect any other...

Страница 30: ... and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range A peer to peer group ad hoc network is one in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home To connect to an existing wireless network 1 M...

Страница 31: ... or insert a Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC Card slot See Inserting PC Cards for more information 2 Click Start point to Settings Control Panel and click Wireless Network The Add Edit Configuration Profile window appears Add Edit Configuration Profile Window 3 Click Add The Edit Configuration dialog box appears 4 Type a profile name and select Access Point from the Network Type drop down list if...

Страница 32: ...so you don t have to type the IP Address every time you want to connect to the network 11 Click Finish To set up a peer to peer group ad hoc network 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON or insert a Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC Card slot See Inserting PC Cards for more information 2 Click Start point to Settings Control Panel and click Wireless Network The Add Edit Configuration Profile window ...

Страница 33: ...type the IP Address every time you want to connect to the network 11 Click Finish To disconnect from a wireless network For computers with built in wireless LAN functionality 1 Click Start point to Settings and click Network and Dial up Connections 2 Right click the appropriate Local Area Connection network icon and select Disable 3 Move the Wireless LAN switch to OFF The Wireless LAN indicator tu...

Страница 34: ...onnection status To check the status of your network connection Click Start on the Windows taskbar and point to Programs ORiNOCO and click Client Manager The Status box shows information about your network connection Page 34 ...

Страница 35: ... access point you may be using If you are using a Wireless LAN Access Point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on the number of other devices communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Why is the communication speed interrupted or slowed down when...

Страница 36: ... a computer name and select Open with Explorer Double click My Network Places and click Computers Near Me in the My Network Places window For more information see Smart Connect Online Help Connecting Another Computer To disconnect VAIO computers when the computers are on 1 Close all open files that are shared with the connected computers 2 Unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on each compu...

Страница 37: ...computers For more information see Connecting Another VAIO Computer 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came...

Страница 38: ...CDs DVDs and Optical Drives Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs Copying and Playing CDs Copying and Playing DVDs Page 38 ...

Страница 39: ...the disc clicks securely into place If you do not seat the disc firmly over the hub the disc may come loose while it is in the drive A loose disc may damage the optical drive and make opening the drive tray difficult 5 Push the drive tray gently to close it The Busy indicator on the drive blinks while your computer is reading data from the drive To eject a CD or DVD 1 Turn on the computer and exit...

Страница 40: ...4 Lift the disc from the drive 5 Push the drive tray gently to close it Page 40 ...

Страница 41: ...vary depending on the model you purchased If you are using a CD RW DVD drive you can write data to CD Rs and CD RWs Playing CDs Copying files to a CD RW or CD R Frequently asked questions Do not remove the optical drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Page 41 ...

Страница 42: ...ick OK To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs Some software programs have built in volume controls which you can adjust If there are no volume controls then you can adjust the volume of your computer s built in speakers by doing one of the following Using the Function keys An on screen display may appear notifying you when a change occurs To increase volume press Fn F4 then or To decrease v...

Страница 43: ...SonicStage or Drag n Drop CD DVD program to create your own CDs 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer See Connecting the AC adapter for more information 2 Insert the disc into the optical drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for more information 3 Click Start Programs and select the program you want to use from the submenu For directions on how to use SonicStage and Drag n Drop CD DVD s...

Страница 44: ...or DVD properly Make sure the disc label is facing up If the disc requires software make sure the software is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions A dirty or damaged disc may cause the computer to stop responding while it tries to read the disc If necessary restart the computer remove the disc and check the disc for dirt or damage If you see video but cannot hear audio follow the...

Страница 45: ...ter is on Make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged If the computer is in LCD Video Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen If the display mode is set to external display press and hold the Fn key while you press F7 several times Why don t my changes appear on the computer LCD screen You may need to refresh the computer screen Press the Windows key and press D tw...

Страница 46: ...ay DVDs and can read most DVD R media Computers equipped with a DVD RW drive can play and copy files to DVDs Playing DVDs Disconnecting the TV from the computer Copying files to a DVD R or DVD RW Frequently asked questions Do not remove the optical drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Page 46 ...

Страница 47: ...t menu and then select DVD from the submenu You can also select Automatic Profile Selection which sets the power management profile to DVD whenever a DVD is inserted into the optical drive See Conserving Battery Power for more information 2 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 3 Select a preinstalled DVD program in which to play the DVD The preinstalled DVD program launches the video automaticall...

Страница 48: ...shortcut menu and then select DVD from the submenu menu You can also select Automatic Profile Selection which sets the power management profile to DVD whenever a DVD is inserted into the optical drive See Conserving Battery Power for more information 6 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 7 Select a preinstalled DVD program in which to play the DVD The preinstalled DVD program launches the video ...

Страница 49: ...Disconnecting the TV from the computer Simply unplug the audio video AV cable from the A V OUT jack on the computer Page 49 ...

Страница 50: ...eal for creating data DVDs To copy files to a DVD R or DVD RW 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer See Connecting the AC adapter for more information 2 Insert the disc into the optical drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for more information 3 Click Start Programs and select the program you want to use from the submenu For directions on how to use Click to DVD and Drag n Drop CD DVD s...

Страница 51: ...t work double click the My Computer icon on the desktop Right click the optical drive and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole to the right of the Eject button Why isn t the optical drive playing my CD or DVD properly Make sure the disc label is facing up If the disc requires software make ...

Страница 52: ...e image See the help guide that accompanied your display for more information How do I change the video resolution on the TV screen The video may not appear on the entire TV screen if your computer resolution is set to 1280 x 1024 pixels or greater To change the video resolution follow these instructions If you are using the A V Out jack plug the audio video AV cable into the computer before you s...

Страница 53: ...Printer Connections Printing With Your Computer Page 53 ...

Страница 54: ... USB printer or a parallel port printer to your computer To print properly the printer you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer Connecting a printer Disconnecting a printer Frequently asked questions Page 54 ...

Страница 55: ... section for more information To connect a USB printer 1 Locate a USB port on the computer and the printer 2 Plug the USB cable into the USB port on your computer 3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the printer Connecting a USB Printer Cable See the manual that came with the USB printer for more information on its installation and use To connect a parallel port printer 1 Loc...

Страница 56: ...See the manual that came with the parallel port printer for more information on its installation and use Page 56 ...

Страница 57: ...r parallel printer when the computer is on or off Disconnecting a printer when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a printer Unplug the printer cable from the computer Page 57 ...

Страница 58: ... printer connection 1 Click Start and point to Settings then click Printers The Printers window appears 2 Right click the printer that is not functioning and select Properties to open the Properties window 3 Click OK Change the default printer port setting although this setting is generally correct for most printers 1 Click Start and point to Settings then click Printers The Printers window appear...

Страница 59: ...Computer Features Using the Keyboard Using the Touch Pad Using Jog Dial Control Using Memory Stick Media Changing the Window Design of Sony Programs Page 59 ...

Страница 60: ...to a typewriter s but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer related tasks Key locations and descriptions Combinations and functions with the Windows key Indicators Combinations and functions with the Fn key Page 60 ...

Страница 61: ...cancel commands Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the Clipboard You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it Operator keys Ctrl Alt Shift keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key Ctrl Alt and Shift When held down with another key the Ctrl Control and Alt Alternate keys offer another way to give c...

Страница 62: ...electing Search from the Start menu Ctrl F Displays the Search Results Computers window where you can locate other computers This is the equivalent of selecting Search and then Computer from the Start menu M Minimizes all displayed windows Shift M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size R Displays the Run window This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu Fn Insert Dis...

Страница 63: ...o the hard disk Do not enter Standby mode or shut down the computer when this indicator is on Num Lock Lights up when the number keys area in the numeric keypad are active When the indicator is off the alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active Caps Lock Lights up when the letters appear in uppercase as you type The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock is on Whe...

Страница 64: ...rnal monitor LCD Toggles between the LCD a connected external display and both the LCD and external display Select one display at a time to playback DVDs Connect the cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F7 will not work Fn only F8 Control A V OUT Toggles between LCD only external only and dual LCD TV display modes Select one display at a time to playback DVDs Connect the cable before...

Страница 65: ...s boost function off and on This feature is available only while using headphones You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial Control Some functions are not available until the Windows operating system launches Page 65 ...

Страница 66: ...board contains a pointing device called a touch pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touch pad Describing the touch pad Customizing the touch pad Frequently asked questions Page 66 ...

Страница 67: ...utton twice Right click Press the right button once In many programs this action displays a shortcut menu of context sensitive choices Drag Slide one finger while pressing the left button Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch...

Страница 68: ...pad 1 Press the Windows key the Start menu appears 2 Press the Up Arrow key to select Programs and press Enter 3 Press the Down Arrow key to select Sony Notebook Setup and press Enter A submenu appears 4 Press the Down Arrow key to select Sony Notebook Setup again and press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 5 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Device tab 6 Press the Tab key thr...

Страница 69: ...pad again If your touch pad is interpreting a single tap as a double click adjust the button assignments Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows and the E keys The My Computer window appears 2 Click the Tools menu and select Folder Options The Folder Options dialog box appears with the General tab open 3 In the Click items as follows box click to select Single click to open an item point to select ...

Страница 70: ...e while playing a disc press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you are still experiencing problems make sure another mouse was not installed You may need to use your supplied Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the touch pad or mouse drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Page 70 ...

Страница 71: ... open a program folder or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control Using VAIO Action Setup Locating the Jog Dial Control Using launcher mode Using guide mode Using the Jog Dial control with Sony programs Using the Jog Dial control with other programs Page 71 ...

Страница 72: ...your computer s Jog Dial Control interface and enables you to set a timer to launch a program or document For more information on customizing the Jog Dial control or setting the timer right click the Jog Dial Control icon or in the taskbar and click Help Topics Page 72 ...

Страница 73: ...Locating the Jog Dial Control Jog Dial Control Page 73 ...

Страница 74: ...k the Jog Dial Control icon or and click Help Topics To open the Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control Double click the Jog Dial Control icon on the taskbar Press the Jog Dial control while pressing the Ctrl key to switch from guide mode to launcher mode To use the Jog Dial control 1 Rotate the Jog Dial control to select an item and then press the Jog Dial control When you select an item th...

Страница 75: ...a program is active Depending on the program you can select items from the Jog Dial Guide window using the Jog Dial control With some Sony programs you can change the Jog Dial window to List View Simple Menu and Full Menu For more information right click the Jog Dial Control icon or and click Help Topics Jog Dial Guide Dialog Box Page 75 ...

Страница 76: ...Sony programs that support the Jog Dial Control are active you can use the Jog Dial s functions that are allocated to that program For more information click Start Settings Control Panel Jog Dial and click Help on the VAIO Action Setup window Page 76 ...

Страница 77: ...ram you are using does not support the Jog Dial control you can still select menu items to perform the following functions 1 Maximize window Minimize window Close window Scroll window Scroll the File menu 1 Some programs do not support these functions Page 77 ...

Страница 78: ... designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products Because it is removable the media can be used for external data storage Selecting Memory Stick media Inserting Memory Stick media Viewing the contents Write protecting Memory Stick media Formatting Memory Stick media Removing Memory Stick media Frequently asked questions Page 78 ...

Страница 79: ... media compatible devices to record and playback music when they are connected to your computer You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media For example you can copy an ordinary file on a MG Memory Stick media that already contains music What is MagicGate Memory Stick media MagicGate Memory Stick media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology Au...

Страница 80: ...o insert Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing up and toward the Memory Stick media slot Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place The Memory Stick media indicator blinks Inserting Memory Stick Media Page 80 ...

Страница 81: ...int copy or organize your Memory Stick images or data If the Sony Memory Stick window does not appear when you insert your Memory Stick media then follow these steps To view the contents 1 Click the My Computer icon on the desktop The My Computer window appears 2 Double click Removable Disk The Removable Disk window appears displaying the contents stored on the Memory Stick media Page 81 ...

Страница 82: ... Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write protection When the write protect tab of the Memory Stick media is set to LOCK data cannot be recorded or erased Write protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media Write protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media Using the Write Protect Tab Page 82 ...

Страница 83: ...y saved to it Before you reformat Memory Stick media confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep Back up important data before formatting the media To format Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot See Inserting Memory Stick media for more information 2 From the Start menu point to Programs Memory Stick Utility and then click Memory St...

Страница 84: ...media to finish reading or writing data To remove Memory Stick media 1 Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing the media 2 Make sure the access light is off 3 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer 4 When the Memory Stick media ejects pull it out Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media as it may eject completely...

Страница 85: ...uires permission of the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can I copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible video camera recorders How do I prevent damage to the Memory Stick media Do not use the m...

Страница 86: ...indow design 1 Click Start and point to Settings Control Panel and click UI Design Selector 2 Click or to view the designs 3 To select a design that appears in the center window click Apply The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design for your Sony software will match the UI Design Selector window 4 Click OK Page 86 ...

Страница 87: ...Connecting Mice and Keyboards Using External Mice and Keyboards Page 87 ...

Страница 88: ...device you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer For information about your computer s built in keyboard and key functions see Using the Keyboard in the Computer Features chapter Connecting a mouse or keyboard Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard Frequently asked questions Page 88 ...

Страница 89: ...your computer see Frequently asked questions for more information Your computer can be on or off when connecting a mouse or keyboard To connect a USB mouse or keyboard to your computer 1 Locate the USB port on your computer or port replicator 2 Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the computer One USB port supports one USB device If the New Hardware Wizard appears follow the on screen instructi...

Страница 90: ... information If the mouse or keyboard does not work once you have connected it to your port replicator see Frequently asked questions for more information To connect a PS 2 mouse or keyboard 1 Connect the port replicator to the computer See Connecting a Port Replicator for more information 2 Locate the Mouse Keyboard PS 2 port on the port replicator 3 Plug the mouse or keyboard into this port The ...

Страница 91: ...ecting the USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect the USB mouse or keyboard Unplug the USB cable from the USB port on the computer Unplug the PS 2 cable from the Mouse Keyboard PS 2 port on the port replicator Page 91 ...

Страница 92: ...alled You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software Use the supplied Application Recovery CD s See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information If you are playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you still cannot use the pointer restart the computer You can restart the computer three different ways Press ...

Страница 93: ...Connecting a Port Replicator Locating Ports and Connectors Using the Port Replicator Page 93 ...

Страница 94: ... ports and connectors which enable you to connect additional peripherals to your computer Back 1 USB ports 6 DC In port 2 LINE IN jacks 7 Serial port 3 S Video Out jack 8 LINE OUT jacks and Composite Video Out jack 4 Network port Ethernet 10BASE T 100BASE TX port 9 Monitor VGA port 5 Mouse Keyboard PS 2 port 10 Printer Parallel port Page 94 ...

Страница 95: ... Turn off the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Plug the AC adapter connector into the DC IN port on the port replicator and plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet You will know the power is on when the power indicator located on top of the port replicator turns on The port replicator is powered only by the AC adapter so the AC adapter must remain connected to the ...

Страница 96: ... Turn off the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Plug the AC adapter connector into the DC IN port on the port replicator and plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet You will know the power is on when the power indicator located on top of the port replicator turns on The port replicator is powered only by the AC adapter so the AC adapter must remain connected to the ...

Страница 97: ...he Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the appropriate device is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware device 6 Pull the release levers on each side of the port replicator to release the it from the computer Releasing the Port Replicator 7 Lift the computer away from the...

Страница 98: ...Floppy Disk Drives and PC Cards Using Floppy Disk Drives Using PC Cards Page 98 ...

Страница 99: ...ort replicator The floppy disk drive enables you to read data stored on a floppy disk Connecting a floppy disk drive Inserting and removing floppy disks Notes on handling floppy disks Disconnecting a floppy disk drive Carrying the floppy disk drive Frequently asked questions Page 99 ...

Страница 100: ... the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To connect a floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Insert the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive Page 100 ...

Страница 101: ... facing up 2 Push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place Inserting a Floppy Disk Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk To remove a floppy disk 1 Close all programs that were opened from the disk and wait for the LED indicator to turn off 2 Push the Eject button and remove the disk To avoid losing data do not push the Eject button when the LED ...

Страница 102: ...n handling floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disk away from direct sunlight and other heat sources Page 102 ...

Страница 103: ...to prevent data loss 2 Double click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the taskbar The Unplug or Eject Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the appropriate device is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware devi...

Страница 104: ...Carrying the floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk drive cable and connector into the side compartment on the floppy disk drive Carrying a Floppy Disk Drive Page 104 ...

Страница 105: ... LED indicator to turn off 2 Push the Eject button and remove the disk 3 Reconnect the floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Insert the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 4 Restart the computer 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Shut Down 2 Select Restart and click OK Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy disk The ...

Страница 106: ...ee your VAIO Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer These slots are compatible with CardBus If your computer has more than one PC Card slot use the lower slot for Type III PC Cards You do not need to turn off your computer to insert or remove a PC Card Inserting PC Cards Removing PC Cards Connecting and disconnecting PC Card drives Frequently asked qu...

Страница 107: ... Make sure the front label of the PC Card is facing up 2 Push the PC Card gently into the slot The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears on the taskbar indicating your system detected the PC Card Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins When a PC Card is inserted do not place your computer in a bag or case Pressure o...

Страница 108: ...rdware device window appears 4 Make sure the PC Card is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware device 5 Push the Release button The Release button pops out 6 Push the Release button a second time The PC Card pops out 7 Gently pull the card out of the slot To remove a PC Card while the computer is off 1 Push the Release button once The Release button pops ...

Страница 109: ...r to malfunction Instructions on connecting an optical drive may vary depending on the specific drive you purchased 1 Remove the PC Card from the bottom of the optical drive Removing a PC Card 2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the arrow facing the slot See To insert a PC Card for more information Connecting a PC Card Drive Remove the protective cover that is attached to the lens of t...

Страница 110: ...e Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the PC Card drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 6 Eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot Page 110 ...

Страница 111: ...he Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting PC Cards for more information You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card with this computer Check the manual t...

Страница 112: ...Audio and Video Connections Using i LINK Digital Video Recorders Using Computer Monitors and Projectors Using Speakers CD Players or Amplifiers Using Microphones Page 112 ...

Страница 113: ...ng an i LINK device Frequently asked questions 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software application operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK...

Страница 114: ... digital video recorder 1 Turn on the DV device and the computer 2 Plug the i LINK cable into the i LINK DC IN OUT port on the DV device 3 Plug the other end of the i LINK cable into the i LINK port on your computer or port replicator The Found New Hardware window appears on the lower right corner of your screen Connecting an i LINK Digital Video Camera Recorder See the manual that came with your ...

Страница 115: ... i LINK cable from the i LINK DC In Out port on the computer To disconnect the i LINK digital video recorder when the computer is on 1 Double click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 2 Select the i LINK DV recorder in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected and click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 3 Make sure the i...

Страница 116: ...ital video camera recorder three different ways Select one set of instructions from the following list If your digital video camera recorder is compatible with the preinstalled software the Digital Video Device window appears when you connect the camera to the computer Select the program you want to use in this window and click OK Click Start and click All Programs Select a software program in whi...

Страница 117: ...device that requires power from the i LINK port The i LINK port cannot supply power to the external device The computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate is the lowest transfer rate of the external device The i LINK features available may vary depending on the software applications you use See the documentation that accompanied your software for more informati...

Страница 118: ... a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and...

Страница 119: ...ch as a computer monitor or a projector to your computer or port replicator not supplied Connecting a computer monitor Connecting a multimedia computer monitor Connecting a TV Connecting a projector Selecting a display mode Disconnecting a computer monitor or projector Page 119 ...

Страница 120: ...r 1 Make sure the computer monitor is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Turn off the computer 3 Plug the display cable into the Monitor VGA port on the computer 4 Turn on the computer monitor if it is not already on and then turn on the computer 5 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer and the monitor See Selecting a display mode for more information Connecting a Com...

Страница 121: ...timedia computer monitor into an AC outlet 2 Turn off your computer 3 Plug the display cable into the A V OUT jack on your computer 4 Plug the other end of the display cable into the multimedia computer monitor 5 Turn on the multimedia computer monitor if it is not already on and then turn on your computer 6 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer and the monito...

Страница 122: ...n The Fn F8 key combination will not work once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive Switching the display while a DVD is playing may cause the computer to malfunction and you may need to restart the DVD software To connect a TV to the port replicator 1 Connect the port replicator to the computer See Connecting a Port Replicator for more information 2 Connect the TV to the port replicator Choos...

Страница 123: ...ver and the virus checker 5 Select a display Press the Fn F8 key combination to select either the computer screen LCD or an external display See Selecting a display mode for more information The Fn F8 key combination will not work once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive Switching the display while a DVD is playing may cause the computer to malfunction and you may need to restart the DVD soft...

Страница 124: ...ay cable into the projector 5 Plug the audio cable connector into the Headphone jack on the computer 6 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the projector 7 Turn on the projector if it is not already on and then turn on the computer 8 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer and the projector See Selecting a display mode for more information Connecting a Pro...

Страница 125: ...ay modes Select one display at a time to playback DVDs Connect the cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F8 will not work You cannot use the Fn F8 function to switch between LCD and TV once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive To switch the display mode using the Display Properties settings 1 Make sure the external display is connected to the computer 2 Right click the desktop and...

Страница 126: ...g the Primary icon on the display panel of your choice You may not be able to display the computer screen LCD and an external display or projector at the same time depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using Turn on the computer after you connect the external display Page 126 ...

Страница 127: ...t the external computer monitor or projector by unplugging the display or Monitor VGA cable from your computer s port Disconnecting the external display when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Page 127 ...

Страница 128: ...uch as a CD player or an amplifier If you want to purchase speakers make sure the speakers are designed for computer use Connecting standard speakers Disconnecting standard speakers Connecting active speakers or amplifiers Disconnecting active speakers or amplifiers Connecting CD MiniDisc or audio cassette players Disconnecting CD MiniDisc or audio cassette players Adjusting the volume Enabling th...

Страница 129: ...isks To connect standard speakers to your computer 1 Turn down the volume of the speakers 2 Plug the speaker cable into the Headphone jack on the computer 3 Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the speaker Connecting Standard Speakers See the guide that came with your speakers for more information on its installation and use Page 129 ...

Страница 130: ...Disconnecting standard speakers You can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the speaker cable from the Headphone jack on the computer Page 130 ...

Страница 131: ...lug the audio cable into the LINE OUT jacks on the port replicator The LINE OUT jacks consist of one Audio L jack and one Audio R jack 3 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the speaker or the amplifier Connecting Active Speakers or Amplifiers to the Port Replicator To connect active speakers or amplifiers to the computer 1 Plug the audio cable into the A V OUT jack on the computer 2 Plug th...

Страница 132: ...e speakers or amplifiers You can disconnect active speakers or amplifiers when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the audio cable from the LINE OUT on the port replicator or the A V OUT jack on the computer Page 132 ...

Страница 133: ...assette players 1 Connect the port replicator to the computer See Connecting a Port Replicator for more information 2 Plug the audio cable into the LINE IN jacks on the port replicator The LINE IN jacks consist of one Audio L jack and one Audio R jack 3 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the player Connecting CD MiniDisc Audio Cassette Player Page 133 ...

Страница 134: ...ing CD MiniDisc or audio cassette players You can disconnect CD MiniDisc or audio cassette player when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the audio cable from the LINE IN jack on the port replicator Page 134 ...

Страница 135: ...e and down to decrease volume 3 Click to cancel any Mute check boxes that are selected Sound device Function Volume Control Adjust the sound level from the speakers or headphones Wave Adjust the wavfile sound or the system sound of Windows SW Synth Adjusts the internal or external synthesizer volume CD Audio Adjust the volume of the CD in the optical drive Microphone Adjust the internal or externa...

Страница 136: ...ntrol Panel and System The System Properties window appears 2 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager The Device Manager window appears 3 Double click the optical drive to open the sub menu 4 Double click the listed drive name and click the Properties tab 5 Click the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not already selected Page 136 ...

Страница 137: ...the Fn F4 key combinations work The computer may not recognize the Fn F3 and Fn F4 key combinations if the correct speakers are not selected Follow these steps 1 Right click the Volume icon on the taskbar and select Adjust Audio Properties 2 Select the Audio tab and click Advanced in the Sound Playback box The Advanced Audio Properties window appears 3 Click the Speakers tab if it is not already s...

Страница 138: ...computer Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use If you wish to purchase a microphone shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer Connecting a microphone Disconnecting a microphone Using a microphone or other device to record Frequently asked questions Page 138 ...

Страница 139: ...ophone jack1 on the computer Connecting a Microphone Jack See the manual that came with your microphone for more information on its installation and use 1 A protruding dot located next to the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack Page 139 ...

Страница 140: ...Disconnecting a microphone You can disconnect an external microphone when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the microphone cable from the Microphone jack on the computer Page 140 ...

Страница 141: ...Click the Select check box at the bottom of the Microphone column if it is not already turned on Close the Recording Control window 5 Click Start and select All Programs Accessories Entertainment and then Sound Recorder The Sound Sound Recorder window appears For help using Sound Recorder click Help in the Sound Recorder window To adjust the volume for recording sound You can only adjust the volum...

Страница 142: ...stions Why doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer See Connecting a microphone for more information Page 142 ...

Страница 143: ...Preinstalled Programs Software Programs On Your Computer DVgate Program Notes Program Support Information Page 143 ...

Страница 144: ...be supplied with all of the programs listed in Program overview depending on the configuration you purchased Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or include supporting documentation Program overview Frequently asked questions Page 144 ...

Страница 145: ...its include Web based e mail video e mail multiple e mail accounts free Web pages online and live agent technical support instant messaging and parental controls Click to DVD On selected models Sony Electronics Inc At the touch of a button Click to DVD software enables you to automatically burn DVDs from videos or still pictures Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a digital video ...

Страница 146: ...movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends Network Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc Network Smart Capture captures images and video from any Sony Digital Camcorder that supports a standard i LINK connection Send your video or still images through e mail or upload them to the ImageStationSM service You can use the Web camera function to automatically upload your captured i...

Страница 147: ...ncluding unlimited tracks and enhanced effects Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge On selected models Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge software enables you to record edit and process mono or stereo audio files for your multimedia or Internet projects Whether you want to use a number of professional effects convert video into streaming media or synchronize audio to video th...

Страница 148: ... on the Application Recovery CD Insert the disc and try starting the program again Your optical drive may not be reading the disc Make sure you place the CD in the tray with the label facing up Which program do I use for CD R CD RW functions Use the preinstalled Sony SonicStage program and Windows software to create CDs on your VAIO computer if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured wit...

Страница 149: ...DVgate Program Notes Recording images to a digital video device Adjusting image resolution Saving to your hard disk drive Page 149 ...

Страница 150: ...us cable connection while you are recording images to a digital video device using the DVgate program close all open programs and restart your computer Frequent recording of images to a digital video device while using DVgate may cause this situation to occur For more information on the DVgate program see the DVgate online help Page 150 ...

Страница 151: ...To check the resolution 1 From the DVgate Motion Monitor window click Setup 2 From the shortcut menu point to Settings and then select Low Resolution The settings you change in this menu affect the images in the monitor window only Movie data imported to your hard drive and images recorded to DV devices will not be affected Page 151 ...

Страница 152: ...from consuming the available space on your C partition To maintain optimum performance of the DVgate program you should defragment or format the D partition regularly To defragment a partition 1 Back up all files you want to save 2 From the Start menu on the Windows taskbar point to All Programs Accessories System Tools and then click Disk Defragmenter The Disk Defragmenter dialog box appears 3 Se...

Страница 153: ...p att net Drag n Drop CD DVD DigiOn Inc and Easy Systems Japan Ltd Web site http www easy co jp dde sony tosupportne html EarthLinkSM Total Access EarthLink Inc Web site http support earthlink net e mail support earthlink net telephone 800 890 5128 or 800 890 6356 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day PC cillin Trend Micro Inc Web site http www antivirus com pc cillin support telephone 510 859 0308 9...

Страница 154: ...Sony Applications Sony Electronics Inc Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 1 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day 1 Support from 1 888 4 SO NY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Windows Operating System Word XP Professional XP Small Business Microsoft Corp Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4SONYPC 888 476 6972 1...

Страница 155: ...Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http www ita sel sony com support Page 155 ...

Страница 156: ...porting editing and exporting is the same The Video Editing Process 1 Connect a compatible digital video DV or MICROMV camera to your computer using an i LINK cable 2 Start the video editing software 3 Use the video editing software to capture video clips from the DV camera 4 Use the video editing software to assemble the clips into a finished movie 5 Use the video editing software to export the f...

Страница 157: ...der style buttons at the bottom of the Capture panel to rewind or fast forward the videotape in your camera to reach the video clip you want to capture 6 When the video reaches the point at which you want to start capturing video click Capture 7 When the video reaches the end of the clip you want to capture click Stop Capture When capturing is completed a dialog box appears displaying the progress...

Страница 158: ...cally combine your video clips into a finished movie with transitions effects and music Refer to the online Help in MovieShaker for details To export a finished movie to your digital video camera After you have created a finished movie you can export it back to your compatible digital video DV or MICROMV camera 1 Make sure your camera is set to recording mode On some camera models this is called V...

Страница 159: ...nd creates a list of video clips to be captured The list appears in the IN OUT list window You can also manually specify video clips to be captured while viewing playback of your tape in the Monitor window For details refer to the online Help within DVgate Motion 5 If necessary edit the list of video clips to be captured To delete a clip from the list click it and click DELETE Change the order in ...

Страница 160: ... and end points for your scene by playing the clip with the videocassette recorder style buttons and clicking BEGIN and END when the clip reaches your chosen begin and end points Click OK to save your changes and close DVgate Assemble Clip window 6 When you have set the order of your clips and trimmed them to include only the scenes you want you can preview the entire finished movie by clicking PR...

Страница 161: ...dow 7 Click RECORD ALL The Output dialog box appears 8 Click OK The Output dialog box closes and recording to your DV camera begins DVgate software is a powerful program for managing digital video that offers a wide range of features This guide provides only an overview of the basic process of editing video with the DVgate software For more detailed information refer to the online Help within the ...

Страница 162: ...ng with Still Images The Microsoft Windows XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO computer make it easy to import edit and print your photographs and other images Page 162 ...

Страница 163: ...ert into your computer Once the floppy disk or Memory Stick media is inserted into your computer you can copy your pictures to your hard disk drive just as you would copy any computer file If your digital camera does not have a USB connection or is not directly supported by the Windows XP operating system refer to the manual that accompanied your camera to learn how to connect your camera to your ...

Страница 164: ... backgrounds clip art and stamps to your digital images Another option for simple image editing tasks is the Windows Paint program To start Adobe Photoshop Elements software 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to Adobe point to Photoshop Elements and click Adobe Photoshop Elements To view the Adobe Photoshop Elements online Help 1 Start Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 On...

Страница 165: ...ictureGear Studio software that is preinstalled on your computer offers a range of powerful printing options You can create and print photo albums with interesting customizable designs You can design original postcards calendars art and labels For more information about using PictureGear Studio refer to the PictureGear Studio section of this guide and PictureGear software s online Help file To sta...

Страница 166: ...t to the list onto your desktop with Microsoft Windows operating system for one click playback of your favorite music Download music from Electronic Music Distribution EMD services on the Internet1 Electronic Music Distribution services are Internet based subscription services that allow you download music tracks from the World Wide Web SonicStage software enables you to download music tracks incl...

Страница 167: ...or DVD ROM and an optical writing drive CD RW or DVD RW insert a blank CD R disc into the optical writing drive 5 Make sure your CD drive is selected in the Retrieve from drive list 6 On computer models that have both a read only optical drive CD ROM or DVD ROM and an optical writing drive CD RW or DVD RW make sure your optical writing drive is selected in the Write to drive list 7 Click Start The...

Страница 168: ...led on your VAIO computer makes it easy to share video images and music between the VAIO computers on your network One VAIO computer becomes the media server for your network providing a central place for all your video image and music files which you can then enjoy from any VAIO computer connected to your wired or wireless network Page 168 ...

Страница 169: ... content stored on the VAIO Media server computer Your VAIO Media server computer can store three types of media Music files VAIO Media supports music files in MP3 WAV OpenMG ATRAC3 and WMA formats On your VAIO Media server computer use SonicStage 1 5 software to create playlists of music to share on your network Video files VAIO Media supports Video Capsule files created by Giga Pocket 5 0 softwa...

Страница 170: ...your VAIO Media server computer The VAIO Media Video Server software automatically makes Giga Pocket 5 0 or later cabinets available to VAIO Media users on your network 2 Use the VAIO Media Console software on the VAIO Media server computer to start the appropriate VAIO Media servers VAIO Media Music Server VAIO Media Photo Server software or VAIO Media Video Server To start the VAIO Media Console...

Страница 171: ...1 On the VAIO Media server computer click Start click All Programs point to VAIO Media and click Install VAIO Media to other VAIO The Using other PCs wizard starts 2 Follow the instructions in the Using other PCs wizard to create an installer package copy it to media that can be used by the client computer CD R Memory Stick media and so on copy the package onto the client computer and install VAIO...

Страница 172: ...IO Media searches for an available VAIO Media server computer on your network If more than one VAIO Media server is found the Please select a server screen appears Select your desired VAIO Media server computer from the list If only one VAIO Media server is found on your network the Playlists screen music the Folders screen images or the Video Cabinets screen video appears depending upon the type ...

Страница 173: ...ins playing Folders screen When you click a folder on the Folders screen thumbnail images of the image files in that folder are displayed Click an image thumbnail to view the image file Video Cabinets screen When you click a folder on the Video Cabinets screen a list of Video Capsules in the cabinet is displayed Click a Video Capsule on the list to view it Page 173 ...

Страница 174: ...tware Click to DVD software on VAIO desktop and notebook DVD RW models Click to DVD software creates full featured video DVDs with multi level menus and attractive pre built themes and music Click to DVD Automatic Mode software enables you to turn video from your digital video DV camera into a DVD with menus and background music in a few steps Click to DVD software gives you complete control over ...

Страница 175: ...formation in this section as a guide to which type of blank recording media and which kind of playback equipment you can use with different disc formats Using the Right Recording Media Using the Right Disc Format with the Right Playback Equipment Page 175 ...

Страница 176: ... recording session DVD RW media is appropriate for both video and data DVD projects CD R CD R CD Recordable media is CD media that you can write to but which cannot be erased Depending upon the software you use and how the disc was formatted you may be able to add additional information to a CD R disc that already has data on it CD R media is appropriate for music and data CD projects CD RW CD RW ...

Страница 177: ...o be completely sure about a combination of media disc format and equipment you must test that specific combination Video DVD Music CD Data DVD Data CD Playback Environment Computer DVD drive maybe1 yes maybe1 yes Computer CD drive no yes no yes Home DVD player maybe2 maybe2 no no Home audio CD player no maybe3 no no 1 Some older computer DV D drives can read commercially produced DV D discs but n...

Страница 178: ...oftware With Click to DVD Automatic Mode software you can create a full featured DVD complete with menus from your digital video DV device with only a few clicks of the mouse Click to DVD software With the Click to DVD program you have control over the entire process of creating DVDs You can create video DVDs from your digital video DV device or from video files stored on your computer You also ca...

Страница 179: ...he online Help for Click to DVD Automatic Mode software provides detailed information about using the program to create a DVD in just a few clicks of the mouse 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to Click to DVD and click Click to DVD Automatic Mode Help A user must be logged on to the Windows XP system as an administrator to use Click to DVD If your machine is equi...

Страница 180: ...Muting check box 5 In the Select Type area make sure the Video check box is selected and the Pictures check box is cleared If you were creating a DVD with a photo album or slide show of digital pictures you would select the Pictures check box instead For details about creating photo album and slide show DVDs refer to online Help for Click to DVD 6 Under the Video check box select one of the three ...

Страница 181: ...t interrupted Exit all other open applications and disable screen savers On VAIO computers with Giga Pocket installed cancel any scheduled Giga Pocket recording sessions While Click to DVD software is capturing clips Do not connect or disconnect i LINK or USB cables Do not turn on or turn off i LINKor USB devices that are connected to your computer Do not attempt to access the Internet or other ne...

Страница 182: ...want to divide the clip and clicking Divide Delete unwanted sections of clips by dividing a clip and dragging the unwanted portion to the Recycle Bin Combine two clips into one by clicking the combine button between two clips For details about using the editing features of Click to DVD software refer to the online Help for Click to DVD 12 Once you have edited and arranged your video clips click Cr...

Страница 183: ...f your menu screens When viewing chapter menu screens click Chapter to change which chapters on the DVD appear in the chapter menu screens and to change the thumbnail images that represent chapters in the chapter menu screens For details about using the menu creation features of the Click to DVD program refer to the online Help for Click to DVD 15 Once you have modified your menu screens click Pre...

Страница 184: ...ing the DVD creation process may result in an unusable DVD disc It is strongly recommended that you not use other software on your computer while Click to DVD is creating a DVD While Click to DVD is creating a DVD you may see your computer s hard disk drive activity indicator flash repeatedly This is normal behavior When the DVD creation process is completed a message appears asking if you want to...

Страница 185: ...disc creation with the program s extensive disc creation controls The Using RecordNow DX Software section describes the steps for starting the RecordNow DX software viewing the program s online Help and starting the RecordNow DX Wizard The Topics section answers many frequently asked questions about using RecordNow DX This guide provides only general information about starting and using RecordNow ...

Страница 186: ...rams 2 Point to VERITAS Software point to RecordNow DX and click RecordNow Help To start the RecordNow DX Wizard The RecordNow DX Wizard walks you through creating data and music discs or duplicating discs you already own 1 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to VERITAS Software point to RecordNow DX and click RecordNow DX 3 If the RecordNow DX Wizard window does no...

Страница 187: ...rcent more available storage space than the size of the files you want to record It is important that you know the size of the files you want to record in order to maintain sufficient temporary storage How can I make a backup copy of a copyright protected DVD media You cannot make a backup copy of a copyright protected DVD media unless permitted by the copyright holder1 Can I work in other applica...

Страница 188: ...to back up to the appropriate icon insert a blank disc and click the record button Drag n Drop CD DVD desktop icons The Using Drag n Drop CD DVD Software section describes the steps for starting the Drag n Drop CD DVD software viewing the program s online Help This guide provides only general information about starting and using Drag n Drop CD DVD software For detailed information about creating D...

Страница 189: ...ag n Drop CD DVD starts and the three Drag n Drop CD DVD icons Music DISC Backup and Data appear on your desktop To view the online Help for Drag n Drop CD DVD The online Help for Drag n Drop CD DVD provides detailed information about using the program 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to Drag n Drop CD and click Drag n Drop CD Help Page 189 ...

Страница 190: ...nology This section describes the VAIO AV applications Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed depending on the system configuration you purchased Your computer s visual presentation of the VAIO AV applications may not appear exactly as shown in this section depending on the specific computer model you purchased Page 190 ...

Страница 191: ...amily and friends over the Internet or through e mail PictureGear Studio Sony Electronics Inc PictureGear Studio is designed to creatively manage your digital pictures With its easy to use features you can quickly load images from your digital camera or camcorder print high quality photos create custom labels and design personalized photo albums or binders to share with friends and family SonicSta...

Страница 192: ...DVgate software Disable your screen saver program to avoid interruption during your capture sessions The drop frame compensation feature does not provide accurate compensation adjustments for tapes recorded in LP mode The information displayed by the capture progress indicator may not be accurate for tapes that are recorded using a mixture of both SP and LP modes Keep the video head of your digita...

Страница 193: ...n of video clips still images and audio files into a finished movie with special effects and music You can save your personal video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers or save it to a tape in your compatible digital video DV or MICROMV 1 video camera MovieShaker software main window 1 MIC RO MV cameras are not supported on C 1 series notebook models Page 193 ...

Страница 194: ...ocated on the Edit tray of the working panel Importing image or sound files that are over 30 seconds in length may cause the MovieShaker software to stop responding Using the Shake feature 1 Click the Shake tab The Shake tray appears 2 Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shake pattern tray Shake tray 3 Click the Shake button A 30 second movie is automatically generated 4 Optional Add text to y...

Страница 195: ... window You can eliminate an effect by dragging it from the Effect palette to the trash icon on the Edit tray See the online Help file for more information on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips and scenes Adding text effects to a scene or clip 1 Double click or drag the clip or scene to move it to the Story Board tray 2 Click Text on the Editing tray Effects Tray Text button selected 3 ...

Страница 196: ...ext effects Saving a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips you want to save are located on the Story Board tray 2 Click Export on the Story Board tray 3 Select the format in which you want the movie to be saved You can click on each export format to view its description and use Export window 4 Click Next 5 Confirm that you want to continue 6 Locate the folder to which you want to save the file na...

Страница 197: ...he MovieShaker application creates a temporary file to store your images prior to uploading to the ImageStation service This file is deleted after the upload process 5 If you are a registered member provide your login name and password For first time users click Register to ImageStation The ImageStation service registration wizard appears and guides you through the initial registration process Fol...

Страница 198: ...ng more help Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting i LINK interface compatible peripherals to your computer such as an optical drive or hard disk drive make sure they are compatible with your computer s Microsoft Windows operating system and verify the required operating conditions of ...

Страница 199: ... Consult the picture and table below for a description of icons and buttons on the main window Network Smart Capture Main Window Button or Icon Description 1 Finder Window Displays images in real time 2 Help icon Displays Help documentation 3 Data list Displays thumbnails of captured images 4 Display Image icon Opens captured images in the Finder Window 5 Save As icon Enables you to save an image ...

Страница 200: ...tton Records the image in the Finder Window 12 Web Camera button Captures still images according to specified settings 13 Movie Mode button Captures moving images 14 Still Mode button Captures still images Page 200 ...

Страница 201: ... view setting options for your still image capture The Still Image Setting window appears Still Image Setting Window The Still Image Options window has three tabs Basic Choose between Normal or Self timer capture modes and select a folder destination for your images Image Quality Select the image size in pixels and adjust the image quality Common Enable or disable the shutter sound 5 Click each ta...

Страница 202: ...2 Click the thumbnail images or arrows to the right of the Finder Window to view your captured images As each image is captured it appears in the Finder Window Page 202 ...

Страница 203: ... available options for your movie capture The Movie Clip Setting window appears Movie Clip Setting Window The Movie Clip Setting window has three tabs Basic Select a folder destination for your movies when recording video clips Image Quality Adjust the image quality reduce noise and set the maximum recording time for your movie capture Common Enable or disable the shutter sound 5 Click each tab to...

Страница 204: ...pears in the Data list to the right of the Finder Window Network Smart Capture automatically stops recording according to the recording time set in the Movie Clip Setting window 3 You can review your movie in the Finder Window by double clicking the movie thumbnail in the data list Page 204 ...

Страница 205: ...e Change Setting icon to view the available options for your image capture The Web Camera Setting window appears Web Camera Setting Window The Web Camera Setting window has five tabs Basic Select a folder destination to store your images set your maximum observation time and choose your dial up setting Capture Interval Set your Web camera to capture images at intervals or whenever there is movemen...

Страница 206: ...icture To open the Effect Setting window 1 Click the Select Effect icon near the bottom of the screen The Effect Setting window appears Effect Settings Window 2 Use the drop down list to view and select available effects 3 Click Details to adjust settings for selected effects other than Frame 4 Click Apply To remove an effect Select None from the drop down list Page 206 ...

Страница 207: ...d by e mail Launches your e mail program with a new message window containing the still image as an attachment Upload to ImageStation Send your still images online to the ImageStation Web site to share with your family and friends The ImageStation service stores your still images online when you become a registered user See Using the ImageStation online service Delete Discards any or all of your s...

Страница 208: ...ImageStation icon on the right side of the screen The ImageStation Login window appears ImageStation Login Window For first time users the ImageStationSM registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process Click Register to ImageStation and follow the on screen instructions If you are already a registered member type your login name and password and click Login It is recommende...

Страница 209: ...Microsoft Windows XP From the Start menu click All Programs Network Smart Capture and click Help from the submenu Microsoft Windows 2000 From the Start menu click Programs Network Smart Capture and click Help from the submenu Click the Help icon on the Network Smart Capture window Network Smart Capture Help icon Page 209 ...

Страница 210: ...igh quality photos create custom labels and design personalized photo albums or binders to share with friends and family PictureGear Studio main window Photo albums binders and photo collections can only be viewed or edited using PictureGear Studio software To share a PictureGear Studio creation over the Internet or by using another computer use the Export feature See the section To export a photo...

Страница 211: ...window Select Import Photo using PictureGear Studio PhotoCollection to proceed directly to the PhotoCollection Import Window See Step 2 1 Click Import Photo Your connected digital camera camcorder or Memory Stick media is displayed in a Select Device window Connect your digital camera or camcorder to your computer or insert your Memory Stick media into the appropriate slot before attempting to imp...

Страница 212: ...ictures The Adjust window displays an enlarged version of the picture on the right and thumbnail versions on the left Save to relocate the individual picture to a new folder Delete to remove the picture from the photo collection Rotate to change the picture s position Trim to crop the picture or capture a specific area 5 Click Finish Importing to save the imported pictures in a photo collection Pa...

Страница 213: ...ow 2 From the thumbnail view click to select pictures Hold down the Ctrl key while clicking to select several pictures Use Ctrl A to select all of the photos in a folder 3 Manage your pictures with these additional tools and features Rotate to change the picture s position View to enlarge a thumbnail view Slideshow to place the selected pictures into an organized slideshow customizing the slidesho...

Страница 214: ...d as thumbnails on the right Binder window You can create your own custom binder styles by clicking Create Title 2 Select a binder style then click New Page Available photo sources are displayed as thumbnails 3 Click to select a photo An information form appears 4 Fill in your information and click OK An art palette window appears To create an original page with art or stamps use the decoration fe...

Страница 215: ...o work on a previously created album do not click Create New Album Instead select the desired album from the Album Collection view on the right side of the window 3 To select the photos you want to include in your album from available folders click List The Photo List window appears Photo List window 4 Click Create the Album with the selected photo s after making your picture selection s A Select ...

Страница 216: ... Layout window appears Select Layout window 6 Click to select a page layout for your album Use the scroll bar to view all available layout designs A preview of your selected design and page layout is displayed Scroll through your album using the book icons at the bottom of the window Album preview window Page 216 ...

Страница 217: ...sing another computer use the Export feature To export a photo album There are three export formats available Export as a Flash File to create a small file that can be viewed using Microsoft Internet Explorer Export as a Light Package to create a compressed file that can be viewed on a computer Export as a Full Package to create an uncompressed file to be saved to recordable media such as a CD R C...

Страница 218: ...ow 4 Click Browse and navigate to the destination folder Enter a file name if desired 5 Click Export A progress window appears briefly Finish Exporting window 6 An export completion message window appears displaying the file name and file size Click Return to Edit Album Screen Page 218 ...

Страница 219: ...nt to create and click Start Creating The initial creation window appears The initial window varies depending on the item you are creating 3 Make selections for the picture s design layout and custom decoration for the item you wish to create 4 Set the number of copies to be printed and select a connected printer Click Print Use the appropriate paper when creating items such as postcards labels or...

Страница 220: ...import digital audio files while maintaining copyright information Taking advantage of Sony s copyright protected ATRAC3 format for high quality digital audio storage SonicStage sports a music visualizer a sleek player skin design audio CD burning capability and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback Page 220 ...

Страница 221: ...ernet services that are compatible with the SonicStage software you need Access to the Internet from your computer Sign up with an Internet Service Provider ISP and configure your computer for Internet access before using EMD services An EMD service provider Consult the provider for service information Page 221 ...

Страница 222: ...r audio files on your computer to a Playlist Playlist tab View the available Playlists as tree list or list only Transfer tab View the available Playlists on your computer You can transfer the audio files to an external device or media Device Media tab View the status of your audio files connected external device or inserted media Internet tab The browser view displays your connection to the Inter...

Страница 223: ...immediately connect to the Internet address displayed in the drop down list 3 Playlist drop down list Playlist view Displays available playlists and audio files 7 File list view Playlist view Displays the contents of the Playlist selected in the file tree view 4 File tree view Playlist view Displays the Playlists available on your computer enabling you to locate your audio files Expand the views f...

Страница 224: ... check marks from the tracks you don t want to record You can clear all selected tracks by selecting the empty checkbox next to Select All and then selecting the tracks you want to record If your Internet connection is active you can use the CD Info button to view the name of your CD and its song titles The CDDB Compact Disc Database Music Recognition Service registration wizard enables you to reg...

Страница 225: ...el select the song to be checked out To check out more than one song at a time hold down the Ctrl key and select the additional songs 5 Click Out or drag the song to the desired position in the song list of the external device or media Check Out begins To cancel Check Out click Stop or click Cancel in the Processing dialog box that is displayed during the Check Out process Check In The songs that ...

Страница 226: ...ed during the Check In process For more information about using SonicStage software go to the online SonicStage Help You can access the online help file as follows 1 Click the Start button in the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to SonicStage and click SonicStage Help Page 226 ...

Страница 227: ...atures are available when you register your imported songs through the Playlist feature of the SonicStage software You can manage your music by creating your own list of songs categorized by genre or artist displaying your song list in the Playlist feature and arranging your songs in a customized order using the Playlist folders Edit your music by combining multiple songs into a single song or div...

Страница 228: ...purchase and install Adobe Premiere software install this software to ensure maximum compatibility with Sony digital camcorders To install VAIO Edit Components 1 Insert your Application Recovery CD 2 into your optical drive 2 Click Start click My Computer and click your optical drive 3 Click Support and click VEC 4 Double click Setup The VAIO Edit Components installation wizard starts 5 Follow the...

Страница 229: ...e and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information Certain software product s included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT S REQUIRES AGREEM...

Страница 230: ...Memory Upgrades Upgrading Your Computer s Memory Page 230 ...

Страница 231: ...mory modules are available as options For memory upgrades and information about which memory modules to use see Typical expansion memory configuration and your printed VAIO Computer Specifications Precautions and procedures Typical expansion memory configuration Removing and installing memory modules Confirming added memory capacity Page 231 ...

Страница 232: ... power source and from any telecommunications links networks or modems before you install or remove a memory module Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives and other components Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not ha...

Страница 233: ...Typical expansion memory configuration Total System Memory MB On board MB Slot MB 256 256 384 256 128 512 256 256 1024 512 512 Page 233 ...

Страница 234: ...ate screwdriver to loosen and remove the screws on the bottom of the computer To avoid damaging the computer do not remove or loosen any other screws Removing the Bottom Screws 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of your computer to discharge static electricity 6 Remove the memory module by pulling out the tabs see arrows No 1 and pulling out the module in the direction ...

Страница 235: ...d is correctly seated and close the computer cover 4 Replace the fastening screws on the bottom of the computer 5 Make sure the system memory matches the amount of installed memory See Confirming added memory capacity for more information Page 235 ...

Страница 236: ...ws taskbar point to Programs and click Sony Notebook Setup 3 Select Sony Notebook Setup from the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 4 On the About This Computer tab make sure the System Memory displayed in the System Information box matches the amount of memory installed The displayed memory may be less than the installed memory due to the amount used by the display adapter Sony No...

Страница 237: ...Using the Recovery CDs Application and System Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDs Page 237 ...

Страница 238: ...Sony Electronics Inc This CD enables you to reinstall individual software programs and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased System Recovery CD s Sony Electronics Inc This CD enables you to restore the operating system and software that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased This CD restores your computer to its original factory settings so user data and ...

Страница 239: ...Using Your Recovery CDs The following sections describe how to use the Application Recovery and System Recovery utilities Using the Application Recovery CD s Using the System Recovery CD s Page 239 ...

Страница 240: ...pplication Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery program You may be prompted to insert the next CD depending on the application you wish to restore To reinstall device drivers with the Application Recovery CD s 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and right click My Computer 2 Click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Dev...

Страница 241: ...Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer If you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD s visit http www sony com pcsupport or contact Sony Customer Support at 1 888 4 SONY PC Page 241 ...

Страница 242: ...nd Drive D The original preinstalled operating system and software programs are restored Recovery to Original Factory Defaults All data and partitions are removed from the hard drive All original factory settings operating system and preinstalled software are restored The System Recovery utility does not back up your system s data If you wish to retain your system data perform a backup to an exter...

Страница 243: ...second CD once the information from the first CD has been installed The recovery process takes from 30 to 60 minutes to complete After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD s you may be prompted to insert your Application Recovery CD s after restarting the Windows operating system Insert the Application Recovery CD to automatically complete recovery of your system Page 243 ...

Страница 244: ...upport Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting Batteries Troubleshooting the Printer Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touch Pad Troubleshooting the Modem Troubleshooting Networks Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drives Troubleshooting PC Cards Troubleshooting Audio Video Connections Troubleshooting the Computer Screen LCD Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media Troubleshootin...

Страница 245: ...orts in the printed VAIO Computer Quick Start to locate the reset button 3 Reinsert the power cord and the battery 4 Turn on the computer Why does a BIOS error appear when my computer starts If the message Press F1 to resume F2 to setup appears at the bottom of the screen Follow these steps 1 Press F2 The BIOS Setup menu appears 2 Set the date month day year Press Enter 3 Press the Down Arrow key ...

Страница 246: ...command on the Windows Start menu Using other methods including those listed below may result in loss of unsaved data Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select Shut Down When the Shut Down Windows window appears make sure Shut down is selected and click OK If your computer does not turn off press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously When the Windows Security dialog box appears click Shut Down and se...

Страница 247: ...tting to Quiet This setting slows down the CPU speed See PowerPanel Help for more information To reduce fan noise 1 Right click the Battery icon on the taskbar and select Edit Create Profiles The Profile Editor window appears 2 If it isn t already opened double click the System folder in the right panel 3 Double click Thermal Control Strategy Performance and select Quiet 4 Click the File menu and ...

Страница 248: ...mode while using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode at all If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently See Using power saving modes for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode...

Страница 249: ... printer connection 1 Click Start and point to Settings then click Printers The Printers window appears 2 Right click the printer that is not functioning and select Properties to open the Properties window 3 Click OK Change the default printer port setting although this setting is generally correct for most printers 1 Click Start and point to Settings then click Printers The Printers window appear...

Страница 250: ...Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Security window appears press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down and then press Enter Use the Down Arrow key to select Restart and press Enter Press and hold the power button When the computer shuts down press the power button again to restart the computer Why doesn t the touch pad work properly You may have disabled the touch pad...

Страница 251: ...ut Down Windows dialog box appears 3 Press R to restart the computer 4 Press Enter If the computer does not restart 1 Press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously The Windows Security dialog box appears 2 Press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to select restart If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to turn off th...

Страница 252: ...overy CD s for more information Why is my modem connection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 90 compatible modem Many factors may influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provide...

Страница 253: ...you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on the number of other devices communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Why is the communication speed interrupted or slowed down when MPEG2 data is transferred The typ...

Страница 254: ...more information see Connecting Another VAIO Computer 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your com...

Страница 255: ...on the optical drive If the Eject button does not work open the tray by inserting a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the hole to the right of the Eject button Double click the My Computer icon on the desktop Right click the optical drive and select Eject from the shortcut menu Why isn t the optical drive playing my CD or DVD properly Make sure the disc label is facing up If the disc re...

Страница 256: ... the image See the manual that came with your display for more information How do I change the video resolution on the TV screen The video may not appear on the entire TV screen if your computer resolution is set to 1280 x 1024 pixels or greater To change the video resolution follow these instructions If you are using the A V Out jack plug the audio video AV cable into the computer before you star...

Страница 257: ... the LED indicator to turn off 2 Push the Eject button and remove the disk 3 Reconnect the floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Insert the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 4 Restart the computer 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Shut Down 2 Select Restart and click OK Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy disk ...

Страница 258: ...e Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting PC Cards for more information You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card with this computer Check the manual th...

Страница 259: ...ee that program s help file for more information Your speakers may be set to mute the volume setting may be too low or the audio option may be disabled See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information Why don t the Fn F3 or the Fn F4 key combinations work The computer may not recognize the Fn F3 and Fn F4 key combinations if the correct speakers are not selected Follow ...

Страница 260: ...connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software programs operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other 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 PC peripherals to your system ...

Страница 261: ...ur external display to adjust the image See the guide that came with your display for more information How do I change the video resolution on the TV screen The video may not appear on the entire TV screen if your computer resolution is set to 1280 x 1024 pixels or greater To change the video resolution follow these instructions If you are using the A V Out jack plug the audio video AV cable into ...

Страница 262: ...requires permission of the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can I copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible video camera recorders How do I prevent damage to the Memory Stick media Do not use th...

Страница 263: ...n the Application Recovery CD Insert the disc and try starting the program again Your optical drive may not be reading the disc Make sure you place the CD in the tray with the label side facing up Which program do I use for CD R CD RW functions Use the preinstalled Sony SonicStage software and Windows software to create CDs on your VAIO computer if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured...

Страница 264: ...ng System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows For operating system support you can access Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 VAIO Support Agent You can find VAIO Support Agent by clicking Start and selecting Help and Support Using advanced diagnostic technology Sony s VAIO Support Agent runs scheduled protections of your programs...

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