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Sony VAIO Viao PictureBook Computer User Manual

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Welcome.......................................................9
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Using the Keyboard...................................................12
Functions of the keyboard keys .........................................13
Indicators ...........................................................................15
Indicator lights ...................................................................16
Using the MOTION EYE Camera ............................19
To capture a still image......................................................19
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Notes on using the MOTION EYE camera .......................23
Using the Pointing Device.........................................24
To replace the pointing device cover .................................25
Using the Jog Dial Control........................................26
To use the Jog Dial Control ...............................................26
Using the Indicate Window ...............................................27
Selecting a mode ................................................................28
Selecting a menu item........................................................29
To change the Jog Dial settings .........................................29
Using Memory Stick Media ......................................31
Types of Memory Stick media...........................................31
Notes on using Memory Stick media.................................33
Using PC Cards .........................................................34
To insert PC card ...............................................................34
To remove a PC Card.........................................................35
Notes on PC Cards .............................................................36
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Selecting a mode ...28 Selecting a menu item...29 To change the Jog Dial settings ...29 Using the Jog Dial Navigator with Sony software ...29 Using Memory Stick Media ...31 Types of Memory Stick media...31 Notes on using Memory Stick media...33 Using PC Cards ...34...
  • Page 2 VAIO® Computer User Guide Using Power Saving Modes... 37 Normal mode... 37 Standby mode... 37 Hibernate mode ... 37 Notes on power saving modes ... 38 Connecting a Telephone Cable ... 39 How to connect a telephone cable... 39 Connecting to a Local Area Network ... 41 To set up your ethernet connection ...
  • Page 3 Connecting an i.LINK Optical Disc Drive...53 To connect an i.LINK optical disc drive...53 To disconnect an i.LINK optical disc drive ...54 To play a DVD...55 To play an audio CD ...56 Notes on CD and DVD discs ...56 To write data to a CD-RW or CD-R disc...57 Notes on using i.LINK optical disc drives...58 Connecting a USB Mouse ...59 To connect a USB mouse...59...
  • Page 4 The Wireless LAN Access Point ... 75 The Wireless LAN PC Card... 76 Customizing Your VAIO Computer...77 Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ... 78 Sony Notebook Setup tabs ... 79 Controlling Power Management ... 80 To view the Power Management status icons... 80 Power Management profiles ...
  • Page 5 Adjusting image resolution ...107 Exporting images to a digital video device...107 Hard disk drive partition ...107 Software Support Information...109 Sony Service Center...111 Using the Recovery CDs...113 Application and System Recovery CDs ...114 Using Your Recovery CDs...115 Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ...115 Using the System Recovery CD(s) ...117...
  • Page 6 VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ... 126 My LCD screen is blank..126 The image on my connected external display is not centered or sized properly... 126 I cannot simultaneously display movies, DVD video, or the Smart Capture (Finder) window on the LCD display and an external display.
  • Page 7 drive” appears, and the software does not start...132 I cannot use the DVgate software..132 My computer’s start-up time seems longer after I have installed AOL. What can I do? ...132 What software do I use for CD-R/CD-RW software functions?...133 Troubleshooting the Modem ...134 My modem does not work.
  • Page 8 VAIO® Computer User Guide...

  • Page 9: Welcome

    Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. This user guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software applications.
  • Page 10 VAIO® Computer User Guide...

  • Page 11: Using Your Vaio Picturebook Computer

    Using Your VAIO PictureBook Computer This section describes the following aspects of your new computer: Using the Keyboard ❑ Using the MOTION EYE Camera ❑ Using the Pointing Device ❑ Using the Jog Dial Control ❑ Using Memory Stick Media ❑...

  • Page 12: Using The Keyboard

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Keyboard Escape key Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Windows ® Function keys Print Screen Applications Alt key...

  • Page 13: Functions Of The Keyboard Keys

    Functions of the keyboard keys Description Numeric keypad area Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Numbers appear on the front beveled edge of the numeric keys.

  • Page 14: Combinations And Functions With The Windows Key

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Description Operator keys (Shift, Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt keys) Ctrl, Alt, and Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt (Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands.

  • Page 15: Indicators

    Combination + Ctrl + F Shift + Fn + + Insert Indicators Indicator Function Power Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on, flashes amber in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or powered off. Battery Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the computer.

  • Page 16: Indicator Lights

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Indicator lights Light Memory Data is read from or written to Stick® the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on.) Num Lock The number keys area in the numeric keypad are active.
  • Page 17 Combinations/ Feature (ESC) Standby (F3) Speaker switch (F4) Speaker volume (F5) Brightness control (F7) Switch to the external display Functions Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key on your computer. Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
  • Page 18 VAIO® Computer User Guide Combinations/ Feature only/ (F8) Control AV Out (F12) Hibernate Fn+B Bass Boost ✍ Some functions are not available until Windows® launches. Functions Toggles between LCD-only and dual LCD/TV display modes. LCD and external display Only LCD Only external display Select one display at a time to playback DVDs.

  • Page 19: Using The Motion Eye Camera

    Using the MOTION EYE Camera Your computer includes a built-in MOTION EYE™ camera. You can use the camera to shoot still images and record video clips. To capture a still image Press the CAPTURE button to start the Smart Capture Premium application. CAPTURE Button Select Still Viewer/Long Movie Player/Net Movie Player from the application list.
  • Page 20 VAIO® Computer User Guide Turning MOTION EYE Adjust the focusing ring. Adjusting the Focusing Ring Half-press the CAPTURE button on the computer. The image remains still for a few seconds. To display another image, release the CAPTURE button and press again. Fully press the CAPTURE button.

  • Page 21: To Set The Image Quality And Mode Of Motion Eye Camera

    If you turn the lens toward you, Smart Capture Premium goes into mirror mode. You can use the mirror mode to take a still image of yourself. A mirror-image appears in the finder window of the display while shooting; after capturing, however, a normal image appears.
  • Page 22 VAIO® Computer User Guide Click the Image tab and drag the slider to the left or the right. The level settings increase as the slider is moved to the right, and decrease as it is moved to the left. Click the Mode tab, and then click the item you want to set. Features Description Brightness...

  • Page 23: Notes On Using The Motion Eye Camera

    ✍ Click the Default button, and then click OK to return all settings to the default settings. Notes on using the MOTION EYE camera Do not touch the camera lens, as dirt may accumulate and degrade picture ❑ quality. Do not point the camera toward the sun. ❑...

  • Page 24: Using The Pointing Device

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the Pointing Device The pointing device on the keyboard enables you to point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen. Using the Pointing Device Pointing device Left button Action Description Point Press the pointing device in a direction to place the pointer on an item or object.

  • Page 25: To Replace The Pointing Device Cover

    Action Description Right-click Press the right button once. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu of context-sensitive choices. Drag Press the pointing device in a direction to place the pointer on an item or object. While holding the left button, press the pointing device in a direction, and then release it at the desired point.

  • Page 26: Using The Jog Dial Control

    The Jog Dial Control and Jog Dial Navigator are only compatible with preinstalled Sony software. Using the Jog Dial Control To use the Jog Dial Control Select a mode in which to navigate from the Indicate Window.

  • Page 27: Using The Indicate Window

    Using the Indicate Window To scroll through applications, folders, and documents on your computer, you must first select a mode: Scroll or Application. The Indicate Window enables you to quickly select a mode: Scroll mode navigates through the menu items or functions of an active ❑...

  • Page 28: Selecting A Mode

    VAIO® Computer User Guide LCD area Close button Jog icon Selecting a mode To select the Scroll mode Click SCROLL on the Indicate Window. Click the Launcher button. The Jog Dial Launcher window appears. Jog Dial Launcher To select the Application mode Click APPS on the Indicate Window.

  • Page 29: Selecting A Menu Item

    Help. Using the Jog Dial Navigator with Sony software If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial™ Control is active, you can use the Jog Dial’s functions that are allocated to that software functions allocated to software, see the software application’s online Help.
  • Page 30 VAIO® Computer User Guide For more information about Jog Dial Navigator, right-click the Jog Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar, and click Help.

  • Page 31: Using Memory Stick Media

    Using Memory Stick Media Using Memory Stick Media This new compact, portable, and versatile recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk. The media is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
  • Page 32 To view the contents of Memory Stick media To see the contents, do the following: Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and select My Computer. Under the heading “Devices with Removable Storage,” click Sony Memory Stick. To remove a Memory Stick media Make sure the access light is off.

  • Page 33: Notes On Using Memory Stick Media

    Notes on using Memory Stick media When the media’s write-protect tab is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded ❑ or erased. Before using Memory Stick media, you should back up important data. ❑ ❑ Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the media finishes reading or writing data before removing it.

  • Page 34: Using Pc Cards

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards enable you to connect portable external devices, such as an optical disc drive, or to connect to a network using a PC Network Interface Card (NIC). ✍...

  • Page 35: To Remove A Pc Card

    Release Button Release button Release button 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 or shock to a PC Card may damage your computer. Touching the head of the PC Card will not cause damage to the connector pins, but damage can occur if the head of the PC Card is sticking out of the computer while the unit is being transported.

  • Page 36: Notes On Pc Cards

    Some PC Cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC ❑ Card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” for more information. Use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.

  • Page 37: Using Power Saving Modes

    Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which enables you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate.

  • Page 38: Notes On Power Saving Modes

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Press the power button to return to normal mode. Notes on power saving modes When returning from Hibernate mode (by pressing the power button ❑ momentarily) the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the computer starts normally.

  • Page 39: Connecting A Telephone Cable

    You need to connect a telephone cable (not supplied) to take advantage of online services and the Internet. ✍ In order to register your VAIO® computer, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a telephone cable. How to connect a telephone cable Open the telephone jack cover.
  • Page 40 VAIO® Computer User Guide Plugging in Telephone Cable Telephone jack Telephone cable (not supplied) ✍ 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).

  • Page 41: Connecting To A Local Area Network

    Connecting to a Local Area Network You can connect your computer to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs) by using the supplied port replicator and its Ethernet port. For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator.
  • Page 42 VAIO® Computer User Guide Click Start, select My Computer, and click My Network Places under the Other Places header. Click “Add a network place” under the Network Tasks header, or click “Set up a home or small office network,” depending on your configuration. Depending on your choice, either the The Add Network Place Wizard or Network Setup Wizard appears.

  • Page 43: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting a variety of peripherals, as discussed in the following sections: Connecting the Port Replicator ❑ ❑ Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Optical Disc Drive ❑...

  • Page 44: Connecting The Port Replicator

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting the Port Replicator Your computer is supplied with a port replicator to enable you to connect additional devices. The port replicator is equipped with one each of the following: Monitor port ❑ ❑ Ethernet port USB port ❑...
  • Page 45 Connecting the Port Replicator ✍ Retail videos played back on a DVD player or VCR and videos received via a digital CS tuner contain copyright protection signals and cannot be displayed or recorded. If you use the AV In jack on the port replicator to import a video containing copyright protection signals, the video input image turns black to disable video display or record functions.

  • Page 46: Connecting A Floppy Disk Drive

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect an optional floppy disk drive to the USB computer. To connect the floppy disk drive ✍ You do not need to turn off the computer to connect or disconnect the floppy disk drive.

  • Page 47: To Remove A Floppy Disk

    Inserting a floppy disk Floppy disk drive To remove a floppy disk When you finish using the floppy disk, wait until the LED indicator light ❑ turns off, and then press the Eject button to remove the disk. Removing a floppy disk To remove the floppy disk drive when the computer is on Close all applications that use the floppy disk drive;...

  • Page 48: To Carry The Floppy Disk Drive

    VAIO® Computer User Guide To carry the floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the right side. Notes on handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the disk. Keep disks away from magnets.

  • Page 49: Connecting A Pc Card Bus Drive

    Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive. Removing PC Card Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See “Using PC Cards” for details. Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive...

  • Page 50: To Insert A Disc

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Inserting PC Card ✍ A protective cover is attached to the lens of the optical drive at the factory. Before using the optical drive, remove the protective cover. To insert a disc Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out. Optical Drive Eject button Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up.

  • Page 51: To Remove The Drive

    Inserting Disc Disc Close the tray by pushing it in gently. The Busy indicator on the drive flashes while your computer is reading data from the disc. Flashing Busy Indicator Busy indicator To remove the drive Remove the PC Card from the computer. See “To remove a PC Card” for more information.
  • Page 52 VAIO® Computer User Guide Do not drop or bend the disc. ❑ Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your discs. Adhesive labels may ❑ come off while the disc is in use in your optical drive, and may cause damage to the unit. Cleaning CD or DVD discs Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause data reading errors.

  • Page 53: Connecting An I.link Optical Disc Drive

    Secure the plug by turning the screw on the cable connector clockwise. * 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, oper- ating system and compatible i.LINK devices.

  • Page 54: To Disconnect An I.link Optical Disc Drive

    ✍ The Sony i.LINK optical disc drive is compatible only with certain Sony VAIO® PCG series computers preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional.

  • Page 55: To Play A Dvd

    Close all applications that use the i.LINK optical disc drive, and wait for the drive's BUSY indicator to turn off. Disconnect the VAIO Computer Peripheral Cable from the computer. To play a DVD To play a DVD, you may use the optical disc drive and the preinstalled WinDVD®...

  • Page 56: To Play An Audio Cd

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing. If you have audio devices connected, this may cause damage to your hearing and the speakers. Reduce the volume before playing a DVD. You cannot use the Fn + F8 function to switch between LCD and TV once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive.

  • Page 57: To Write Data To A Cd-Rw Or Cd-R Disc

    To write data to a CD-RW or CD-R disc You can use Sony SonicStage and Microsoft® Windows® XP to write data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc. To create a CD-R disc that is readable in a CD-ROM drive, make sure that you finish the writing process before ejecting the disc.

  • Page 58: Notes On Using I.link Optical Disc Drives

    VAIO® Computer User Guide ✍ Making copies of and using CD-ROMs or music CDs may violate copyright laws or the terms of the End-User Software License provided with such CD-ROMs or music CDs. Be sure to comply with the copyright laws and terms of the End User Software License when making or using original CDs.

  • Page 59: Connecting A Usb Mouse

    Connecting a USB Mouse You can connect an optional USB mouse, such as the Sony PCGA-UMS1 series, to your computer. To connect a USB mouse Plug the mouse cable into the USB port. PCGA-UMS1 series drivers have already been installed.

  • Page 60: Connecting Vaio Computers

    Click Apply, and then click OK. * 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, oper- ating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
  • Page 61 Connect one end of the i.LINK cable to the i.LINK port on each computer. ✍ To connect VAIO computers that do not have the latest Windows® operating system, Smart Connect software may be necessary. Consult the Sony Computing Support Web site for support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Connecting VAIO Computers...

  • Page 62: Connecting An I.link Device

    DV In/Out port on the digital camcorder. * 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, oper- ating system and compatible i.LINK devices.
  • Page 63 Connecting a Digital Camcorder Digital camcorder To DV In/Out * Your digital camcorder may need to be connected differently. Notes on connecting an i.LINK device Only the i.LINK / DV In/Out ❑ compatible. Do not connect more than one digital video camera at a time. The software ❑...
  • Page 64 VAIO® Computer User Guide The i.LINK® features available may vary depending on the software ❑ applications you use. See the documentation supplied with your software for more information. See the manual supplied with your digital camcorder for more information ❑ on its installation and use.

  • Page 65: Connecting An External Display

    Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your VAIO® C1 PictureBook Computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: Computer display or monitor (See “To connect a computer display” for more ❑...

  • Page 66: To Connect A Projector

    VAIO® Computer User Guide To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. Connect the port replicator to the computer. Plug one end of the RGB signal cable (not supplied) into the Monitor port on the port replicator and the other end into the projector’s corresponding port.

  • Page 67: To Connect A Tv

    ✍ You may not be able to display the computer’s LCD and the external display together, depending on the specific computer display or projector used. Connect the AC adapter after you finish connecting all other peripheral devices. Turn on all the peripheral devices before you turn on the computer. See the manual supplied with your projector for more information on its installation and use.

  • Page 68: Connecting A Usb Printer

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting a USB Printer You can connect a Windows® compatible printer to your computer to print documents. ✍ To use a printer, first install the driver software supplied with your printer. To connect a printer Plug the optional USB printer cable into the USB port on your computer and the USB port on your printer.

  • Page 69: Connecting An External Microphone

    Connecting an External Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. ✍ Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. To connect an external microphone Use the symbol to locate the Microphone jack. Plug the microphone cable into this jack.

  • Page 70: To Adjust Sound Volume In The Recording Control Window

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Double-click on the Windows® taskbar. The Volume Control window appears. From the Options menu, click Properties. The Properties window appears. In the Adjust Volume panel, select Recording, and then click OK. The Recording Control window appears. Select either Microphone or Line.
  • Page 71 To adjust the volume when playing, double-click the bottom right corner of the Desktop window. The Volume Control window is displayed. To adjust the sound of other devices, do the following: Select Options and click Properties. In the Volume Adjust window, select Playback. Click the check box of the item you want to display in Control.

  • Page 72: To Set The Microphone To Echo

    VAIO® Computer User Guide To set the microphone to echo From the Start menu, select Control Panel. Double-click YAMAHA DS-XG. Select the Echo tab. You can also customize the setting by choosing options such as Delay Time and Feedback. Click OK. ✍...
  • Page 73 Sound device Line CD Audio Stereo Out Connecting an External Microphone Function Adjust the audio equipment sound volume. Adjust the digital sound volume of CD of the optional optical disc drive. Adjust the sound from Volume Control. The bass boost function is not enabled.

  • Page 74: Connecting External Speakers

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. To connect external speakers Use the symbol to locate the Headphone jack. Plug the speaker cable into ❑ this jack. Connecting external speakers Printer Computer...

  • Page 75: Expanding Your Computer's Capabilities

    Expanding Your Computer’s Capabilities The following peripheral devices can be connected to your computer, to expand the capabilities of your computer and enhance its versatility to meet your various business or personal needs: A Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) ❑ ❑ The Wireless LAN Access Point The Wireless LAN PC Card ❑...

  • Page 76: The Wireless Lan Pc Card

    Wireless LAN PC Card and gain access to the Internet. Without the Access Point, you can achieve direct communication (Peer to Peer mode) between computers. ✍ For more information on Sony Wireless LAN, go to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio.

  • Page 77: Customizing Your Vaio Computer

    You can customize the settings of your computer. The following sections briefly describe how to change your computer’s default settings. You can also refer to Sony Notebook Setup Help for more detailed information. Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ❑...

  • Page 78: Displaying The Sony Notebook Setup Screen

    Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance, and then Sony Notebook Setup. Sony Notebook Setup Screen Select the tab for the item you want to change. See Sony Notebook Setup tabs for more information. After you finish making your changes, click OK.

  • Page 79: Sony Notebook Setup Tabs

    About This Computer Initial Setting Power On Password Bass Boost ✍ For more information about each option, click Help on the Sony Notebook Setup window to display the Help file. Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen Description Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version.

  • Page 80: Controlling Power Management

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel™ utility allows you to control the power management of your computer and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve your computer’s battery power.

  • Page 81: Power Management Profiles

    To customize power management settings Right-click the Windows taskbar. Select Edit/Create Profiles from the menu. Click a profile whose setting you want to change from the list in the left field. Double-click an item whose setting you want to change from the list in the right field.
  • Page 82 VAIO® Computer User Guide Icon Description Maximum Performance Provides the best system performance while still conserving power. Maximum Battery Life Provides power saving features to give you maximum battery life and good performance. It slows the computer and puts it into Standby mode after a specified time period.

  • Page 83: Power Management Commands

    Icon Description Word Processing Optimizes power management with longer timeouts on the hard disk and display screen. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby to optimize power management for your system. Spreadsheet Optimizes performance and power requirements for spreadsheet applications.

  • Page 84: Conserving Battery Power

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Icon Description Standby Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state that saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory (RAM). Power consumption reduces to a minimum, and the system remains on. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button on your computer.

  • Page 85: Displaying Battery Information

    Displaying Battery Information You can display information for the battery on your computer. The following sections briefly describe how to display your computer’s general battery information. You can also refer to PowerPanel Help for more detailed information. To activate the Battery Information toolbar Right-click the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 86: Battery Icon Descriptions

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Battery icon descriptions Battery icon Battery status Charging Fully charged Discharging No battery Displaying detailed battery information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The Battery tab contains information such as battery charging time and duration of the battery charge.
  • Page 87 Displaying Battery Information Battery Information Window Customizing the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system You can customize the Battery Information toolbar to suit your portable computing needs, including modifications to the alarm settings. Refer to PowerPanel Help for more information.

  • Page 88: Selecting The Display Mode

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Selecting the Display Mode This computer uses the ATI video controller. You can select which display is used when the computer is connected to an external monitor. When you connect an external display, you can switch the display mode between your computer’s LCD display and the external monitor.

  • Page 89: Changing The Window Design Of Sony Software

    Double-click UI Design Selector. Click << or >> and select the desired design. Click Apply. The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match the "UI Design Selector" window. Selecting the Display Mode...
  • Page 90 VAIO® Computer User Guide To try another selection, click << or >> and then click OK to close the UI Design Selector. ✍ This feature is available with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.

  • Page 91: Using The Multilingual User Interface Language Option

    Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option (Windows® XP Pro only) After you have initially setup your new VAIO computer, you have the ability to change the language displayed in Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. The multilingual user interface (MUI) language option changes the text controlled by Windows XP Professional operating system.

  • Page 92: To Change Numbers, Currency, Time, And Date Formats

    VAIO® Computer User Guide To Change Numbers, Currency, Time, and Date Formats You can change the system’s number, currency, time and date formats to coordinate with your chosen country or language settings. To change these formats, follow the steps below: Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel.

  • Page 93: Adding Memory

    Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. See the VAIO® Computer Specifications for the amount of memory preinstalled on your computer. Expansion memory modules are available as options. For memory upgrades and information on which memory modules to use, refer to your VAIO®...

  • Page 94: Precautions And Procedures

    Sony recommends that memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, go to: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

  • Page 95: Removing A Memory Module

    Removing a Memory Module Turn off the computer and all peripheral devices. Disconnect the power cord and all cables from the computer, and remove the battery. ✍ The interior of the computer becomes extremely hot during operation. Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws.
  • Page 96 VAIO® Computer User Guide Removing a Memory Module Close the cover panel and replace the fastening screw.

  • Page 97: Installing A Memory Module

    Installing a Memory Module Perform steps 1 through 4 as described in the “Removing a Memory Module” section. To avoid damaging the computer, do not remove or loosen any other screws. Touch a metal part of the computer (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge any static electricity accumulated on your body, then remove the module from its protective package.
  • Page 98 VAIO® Computer User Guide Installing a Memory Module Empty Slot Do not touch any part of the motherboard or the other components inside the computer. Close the cover panel and replace the fastening screw.

  • Page 99: Confirming Added Memory Capacity

    ✍ If the amount of memory is not correct, turn off the computer, and reinstall the memory module. See “Removing a Memory Module” and “Installing a Memory Module” for instructions. Sony Notebook Setup Dialog Box Confirming Added Memory Capacity...
  • Page 100 VAIO® Computer User Guide...

  • Page 101: About The Software On Your Computer

    About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides you with information on the wide variety of software applications installed on your computer: Software Overview ❑...

  • Page 102: Software Overview

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Software Overview Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software listed below, depending on the configuration you purchased. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions, or include supporting documentation. Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® Adobe Systems Inc.
  • Page 103 Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends. * 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, oper- ating system and compatible i.LINK devices.
  • Page 104 2,500 radio stations featuring music, news, and sports. Sony ScreenBlast™ ACID (On selected models) Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment With the powerful Sony ScreenBlast ACID software you can create royalty-free music by utilizing its loop-based production tool, including unlimited tracks and enhanced effects.
  • Page 105 Sony on Yahoo! Yahoo! Inc. Personalize your own web portal with Sony on Yahoo! Get a free webmail account, customized news and local weather reports, comics, and more. VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc.
  • Page 106 VAIO® Computer User Guide WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp. WordPerfect® Office 2002 Standard software includes all the applications you need to create professional-looking documents, newsletters, reports, presentations, and brochures while incorporating graphics, spreadsheets, charts, and tables with ease. This comprehensive suite includes the popular WordPerfect®...

  • Page 107: Dvgate Application Notes

    DVgate application notes DVgate application notes Digital video captures If your system displays the message, “Failed to record to DV deck, please check deck’s power status, cable connection…,” while you are recording images to a digital video device using DVgate software, close all open applications, and restart your computer.
  • Page 108 VAIO® Computer User Guide To defragment a partition Before you begin to defragment a partition, make sure you back up all files that you want to save. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar. ❑ Click Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Disk ❑...

  • Page 109: Software Support Information

    Software Support Information Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® (Adobe Systems, Inc.) Web site http://www.adobe.com/ telephone 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) e-mail techdocs@adobe.com hours M-F, 6 A.M.-5 P.M. (Pacific time) Adobe® Photoshop® Elements Trial Version Web site http://www.adobe.com America Online® (America Online, Inc.) Web site http://www.aol.com telephone 800-827-3338...
  • Page 110 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Sony ScreenBlast™ ACID, Sony ScreenBlast™ Sound Forge® (Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment) Web site http://www.sonicfoundry.com/support...

  • Page 111: Sony Service Center

    Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. WinDVD® (InterVideo, Inc.) Web site http://www.intervideo.com telephone 510-651-0888 WordPerfect®...
  • Page 112 VAIO® Computer User Guide...

  • Page 113: Using The Recovery Cds

    Using the Recovery CDs This section provides you with details on your Sony Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. Application and System Recovery CDs ❑ ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs...

  • Page 114: Application And System Recovery Cds

    CDs. If your computer does not come with an optical disc drive, use an external optical disc drive. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. This CD enables you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.

  • Page 115: Using Your Recovery Cds

    To reinstall software applications using the Application Recovery CD(s) Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all open applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert Sony Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer’s optical disc drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.
  • Page 116 Recovery CD No. 1, to start the application or driver recovery process. You are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on the software application or driver you wish to restore. 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 117: Using The System Recovery Cd(S)

    Using the System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery CD(s) enables you to format your hard disk drive and restores all original software applications. Your computer is returned to the original factory settings. The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer.
  • Page 118 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 119 ✍ Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs. If you have more than one System Recovery CDs, insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program. You are prompted to insert the second CD once the information from the first CD has been installed.
  • Page 120 VAIO® C1 Picturebook® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Troubleshooting Your Computer ❑ ❑ Troubleshooting the LCD Screen Troubleshooting the Mouse and Pointing Device ❑...

  • Page 122: Troubleshooting Your Computer

    ❑ again, then turn on the power. ✍ If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport/. My computer starts, but a BIOS error appears. When the computer’s internal backup battery is low on power, it may not ❑...

  • Page 123: My Computer Starts, But The Message "Operating System Not Found" Appears And Windows Does Not Start

    Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and then turn it on. Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the directional arrow keys to select the Exit menu.

  • Page 124: My Computer Stops Responding Or Does Not Shut Down

    VAIO® Computer User Guide My computer stops responding or does not shut down. It is best to shut down your computer using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows Start menu. Using other methods, including those listed here, may result in loss of unsaved data.

  • Page 125: The Sound Of My Computer's Fan Is Too Loud

    Troubleshooting Your Computer The sound of my computer’s fan is too loud. Use the PowerPanel™ utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet. This setting slows down the CPU speed. See PowerPanel Help for more information. Why does the System Properties dialog box display a slower CPU speed than advertised? This is normal.

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting The Lcd Screen

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting the LCD Screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned Check that the power indicator on the computer is on. ❑ Check that the battery pack is inserted properly and that it is charged.

  • Page 127: Troubleshooting The Mouse And Pointing Device

    If you connect an external mouse while your computer is on, you must ❑ restart your computer. If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse, such as the PCGA-UMS1 ❑ series, check that the mouse is plugged into the USB port.
  • Page 128 VAIO® Computer User Guide If you cannot restart your computer as described in the step above, press and ❑ hold the power button for at least four seconds to turn off the computer. If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete ❑...

  • Page 129: Troubleshooting Drives, Pc Cards And Peripheral Devices

    Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices My floppy disk drive icon doesn’t appear even though it is connected. ❑ Make sure that the floppy disk drive is properly connected. Wait a few moments to allow the computer to recognize the drive.

  • Page 130: My Optical Disc Drive Tray Does Not Open

    ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly into the PC Card slot. Make sure the PC Card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently ❑ using.

  • Page 131: Troubleshooting I.link Devices

    Once you finish exporting the images to a DV device, set the PowerPanel profile back to the default setting. * i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 con- nection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.

  • Page 132: Troubleshooting Software

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting Software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See the “About the Software on Your Computer” section for more information. When I click an application icon, the message “You must insert the application CD into your CD-ROM (DVD-ROM) drive”...

  • Page 133: What Software Do I Use For Cd-R/Cd-Rw Software Functions

    Troubleshooting Software What software do I use for CD-R/CD-RW software functions? Sony recommends using the preinstalled SonicStage software’s Record function to create any CDs on your VAIO® computer, if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured with all necessary components for CD-R and CD-RW capability.

  • Page 134: Troubleshooting The Modem

    Check that the telephone number the program is dialing is correct. Check that the software you are using is compatible with the computer’s ❑ modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.) Reinstall the modem driver. See “Using Your Recovery CDs” for more ❑...

  • Page 135: Troubleshooting Audio

    Troubleshooting Audio My speakers have no sound. ❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press the Fn+F3 keys to turn on the speakers. You can also turn on the speakers using the Jog Dial Control. If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press the Fn+F4 keys, and ❑...

  • Page 136: My Microphone Does Not Work

    VAIO® Computer User Guide Right-click the CPU icon on the bottom right of the taskbar, and click “Edit/create profiles. The Profile editor window appears. In the left portion of the window, click the power management profile you want to set. Maximum Battery Life is the default selection when your computer runs on battery power.

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media

    Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media I cannot open image files. ❑ If the Sony MemoryStick dialog box does not appear when you first insert a Memory Stick media, you can: Click Start, and then My Computer. The My Computer window appears.
  • Page 138 VAIO® Computer User Guide...

  • Page 139: Getting Help

    Getting Help Sony provides you with several support resources to answer questions about your VAIO® computer or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources in the order they are listed. Support Options If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled software, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below.
  • Page 140 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). Sony Customer Support Sony and Microsoft software support is available free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. You can call and speak with a Sony Customer Support Representative without using your computer by calling: 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972).

  • Page 141: Index

    Index About This Computer tab AC power setting adding hardware memory peripherals printers adjusting brightness volume Alt key Application Recovery CD Applications key audio adjusting volume troubleshooting Audio tab AV In AV Out battery packs charge status icons conserving battery power BatteryScope utility brightness adjusting...
  • Page 142 VAIO® Computer User Guide floppy disk drive i.LINK device i.LINK optical disc drive microphone monitor multiple telephone lines network party telephone lines printer projector telephone cable telephone line connectors printer 13, 14 correction keys Ctrl key cursor-movement keys digital video camera display connecting an external mode...
  • Page 143 Num Lock Scroll Lock 13, 14 Insert key inserting CD or DVD discs floppy disks into drive installing hardware memory peripherals Jog Dial control keyboard 12–15 using connecting to troubleshooting MagicGate Maximum Battery Life power setting Maximum Performance power setting memory adding confirming added capacity...
  • Page 144 Power On Password tab setup tabs Shift key software descriptions DVgate troubleshooting using the Jog Dial control with Sony Fax-on-Demand Sony Notebook Setup screen Sony Service Center speakers connecting troubleshooting Standby mode switching display monitor 81, 84 System Recovery CD...
  • Page 145 Memory Stick media modem mouse and pointing device software connecting USB port using Jog Dial control Memory Stick PC Cards pointing device video camera volume adjusting window design of Sony software Windows Find window help key combinations taskbar Wireless LAN Index...
  • Page 146 Printed in USA © 2002 Sony Electronics Inc. xxxxxxxxx...

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