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Sony VAIO PCV-J150 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 ® VAIO Computer QuickStart PCV-J150...
  • Page 2 VAIO® Computer QuickStart...
  • Page 3 ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
  • Page 4 Internet. ❑ Sony audio and video quality — You can take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with Sony’s high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3D graphics, and “Sony- Tuned”...

  • Page 5: Unpacking Your Computer

    Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Computer and accessories Display (sold separately) System unit Speakers Modem cable Power cord Mouse Keyboard Manuals and supplementary information ❑ VAIO® Computer QuickStart — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, and software information. ❑...

  • Page 6: Recovery Cds

    System Recovery CD(s) — allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. SRCDs can only be used to restore the hard drive of the Sony computer you purchased. ❑...

  • Page 7: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer This section illustrates how to set up and install your computer and peripheral devices. Connecting a Display (monitor) Plug the display cable into the MONITOR port. If necessary, plug the display cord into the rear of the display. Connecting a display ✍...
  • Page 8 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Connecting the Speakers Plug the cable attached to the right speaker into the R OUT jack on the back of the left speaker. Plug one end of the speaker cable into the INPUT jack on the back of the left speaker.
  • Page 9 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the keyboard and mouse Plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2® KEYBOARD port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the MOUSE port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse...
  • Page 10 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Connecting the modem cable and power cords Unplug your phone from the wall jack, and plug the phone line into the TELEPHONE jack on the computer. Plug the modem cable that came with your computer into the LINE jack on the computer, and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack.
  • Page 11 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the modem cable and power cords...
  • Page 12 When you start your system for the first time, your computer may redetect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer. Please respond to this request immediately. Turning on your computer ✍ You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony preferred Internet service provider.

  • Page 13: Registering Your Computer

    In the Buttons tab, select Left-Handed under the Button Configuration options. Click Apply, then OK. Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support — Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

  • Page 14: Shutting Down Your Computer

    ✍ You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony-preferred Internet Service Provider. Shutting Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use this procedure.

  • Page 15: Using The Standby Function

    Using the Standby Function Using the Standby Function When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can put it in standby mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer in standby mode saves energy and allows a quick return to normal computer use. You can use any of the following three methods for activating the standby mode.
  • Page 16 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Click Control Panel. Click Power Options. On the Power Schemes tab, select an option from the Power schemes drop-down list. Choose settings for the power scheme you have selected. ✍ To save the settings under a name that is not offered in the Power schemes pulldown menu, choose your settings and then click Save As.

  • Page 17: About The Software On Your Computer

    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 an overview of the software titles included with your computer. ®...
  • Page 18 Sony Electronics, Inc. Media Bar is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats, and controls selected Sony devices. Media Bar software encompasses audio/video library cataloging and playlist management, in addition to digital video quality control and effects features. Media Bar seamlessly...
  • Page 19 MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics, Inc. Sony’s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions, background music, and text. Just import your video clips and “shake” with a click of the mouse. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends.
  • Page 20 This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera. The images appear in a convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder.
  • Page 21 VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics, Inc. VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow not only plays a selected movie or sound file, but also enables playback of files by other applications like PictureGear, Memory Stick Slideshow and Windows Explorer.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    VAIO® Computer QuickStart 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 call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start ❑...
  • Page 23 Setup Utility). To access System Setup: From the Start menu, select Shut Down. From the drop-down list, select Restart. When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on your keyboard. Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen.
  • Page 24 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Select “I/O Device Configuration” and use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode. When the desired setting displays, press the Escape key. ✍ You can toggle between the Normal (bi-directional), EPP, ECP, and ECP+EPP options using the directional arrow keys. Topic: My CD-RW drive tray does not open ❑...
  • Page 25 Check to make sure you inserted the CD with the label side facing up. Topic: Why doesn't my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed? Sony recommends using 4x CD-RW or 8X CD-R media to achieve optimum performance. If you are using other non-4x media and have difficulty with formatting, change the write speed from 8x to a lower setting.
  • Page 26 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Topic: Why is there no sound in any application? There are independent controls for your system volume. ❑ Check that the speakers are plugged into the HEADPHONES jack. ❑ If the speakers have a mute button, make sure it is off. ❑...
  • Page 27 ❑ Verify that the software you are using is appropriately configured to recognize and interact with the Sony computer modem. Call the software publisher if you do not know how to configure the software to recognize the modem. All programs preinstalled by Sony are compatible.
  • Page 28 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Topic: My microphone is too sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound, you should adjust the microphone gain by following these steps: ® Right-click the speaker icon (Volume) in the lower-right Windows task tray.
  • Page 29 Topics Topic: My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use Click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Click Control Panel, and then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. In the Buttons tab, select Left-Handed under the Button Configuration options.
  • Page 30 VAIO® Computer QuickStart Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection: Right-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, and then select Properties.

  • Page 31: To Reach Sony

    Click Yes to have Windows-based programs use this as the default printer. Click Next. Click No and then click Finish. ✍ If prompted for a path to the windows files, use C:\Windows\Options\Cabs. To Reach Sony For further assistance, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).
  • Page 32 4-652-424-01 © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA...

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