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Sony VAIO PCV-MXS10 User Manual

Sony VAIO PCV-MXS10 User Manual

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  • Page 1 VAIO® MX Computer QuickStart PCV-MXS10...
  • Page 3 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® MX computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Features MiniDisc Drive Your MiniDisc drive can perform several audio functions. Use the MiniDisc drive ❑...
  • Page 4 VAIO® AV Applications This suite of Sony original applications includes PictureGear™, Smart Capture, DVgate™, Digital Print, MovieShaker™, VisualFlow™, and Media Bar™ DVD Player. These software applications make it easy to use advanced multimedia techniques to develop your personal audio and video creations.
  • Page 5 ✍ 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 compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
  • Page 6 VAIO MX Computer QuickStart Communications You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to browse the Internet, access e-mail, send faxes, and much more. Exceptional performance Your computer includes an Intel® processor, a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface, and a V.90 data/fax modem. * Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov- ernment regulations.

  • Page 7: Unpacking Your Computer

    Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer Computer and basic accessories Speakers System Unit Power Cord Remote Control Mouse Speaker Wires (2) AA Batteries (2) Modem Cable FM Antenna Wire FM Antenna Adapter FM Coaxial Cable Keyboard Palmrest Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Video Cable (1) Audio Cable (1) Video Cable Adapter (2)
  • Page 8 Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder equipment and software applications. This guide also has information about the Internet Electronic Program Guide (iEPG) service. You can use this new Internet-based Sony technology to locate, record and set up timer recordings of your favorite TV programs. ❑...

  • Page 9: Recovery Cds

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

  • Page 10: To Choose An Ergonomic Location For Your Computer

    VAIO MX Computer QuickStart To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Planning your work space ❑ Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral equipment.

  • Page 11: To Set Up Your Computer

    Setting Up Your VAIO Computer Your computer has many new and exciting features. This section contains information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices. ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency.
  • Page 12 VAIO MX Computer QuickStart Connecting a DVI (LCD) display Plug the display cable into the DVI monitor port. If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of the display. Connecting a DVI display ✍ Do not attempt to connect a CRT and an LCD display to your computer at the same time.
  • Page 13 Connecting the stereo speakers Your computer system is supplied with speaker wires (2) to connect the stereo speakers to the terminals on the system unit. At the ends of each speaker wire are two wire leads, one with black-line color-coding to identify the proper compatibility with the speaker terminals on the system unit.
  • Page 14 VAIO MX Computer QuickStart Using the same speaker wire, insert the other lead into the upper left-side speaker terminal. Release the red tab and gently pull on the wire to set the lead firmly. Repeat the above steps to connect the left speaker to the computer. To connect the speaker cables to the speakers Press and hold the left, black tab black-line lead of the speaker wire into the terminal.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse

    Connecting the keyboard and mouse Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse To Set Up Your Computer KEYBOARD MOUSE NETWORK LINK PRINTER i.LINK...
  • Page 16 VAIO MX Computer QuickStart Connecting the phone and modem cables Unplug your phone’s cable from the wall jack, and plug it into the Telephone jack on the computer. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Line jack on the computer, and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Power Cords

    Connecting the power cords Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. Connecting the power cords ✍ When you plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet, the power indicators on the computer may light up momentarily, and the fan may turn on briefly.

  • Page 18: To Turn On Your Computer

    To turn on your computer To Register Your Computer Take advantage of the Sony commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support — Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

  • Page 19: To Set Up Your Dial-Up Connection

    To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dial- up connection: Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard.
  • Page 20 VAIO MX Computer QuickStart Click to select your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard window Follow the onscreen instructions to finish setting up your Internet connection.

  • Page 21: To Use The Stand By Mode

    Your installed Lucent™ Win Modem does not support the Wake On Ring (WOR) feature of the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system. For optimal use, Sony recommends that you do not change the preset modem settings in the Power Management Properties window.
  • Page 22 VAIO MX Computer QuickStart Setting the computer to enter Stand By mode automatically Click Start in the Windows taskbar, click Control Panel, then select the category, Performance and Maintenance. The Performance and Maintenance dialog box appears. Click the Power Options Control Panel icon. The Power Options Properties dialog box appears.

  • Page 23: To Use The System Hibernate Mode

    To Use the System Hibernate Mode System hibernate mode enables your computer to store everything in its memory to the hard disk drive before shutting down. When you bring the system out of hibernation mode, it returns to the previous state. Setting the computer to enter Hibernate mode You can set your computer to automatically enter hibernate mode after a certain time period, by following these steps:...

  • Page 24: To Shut Down Your Computer

    VAIO MX Computer QuickStart To Shut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use this procedure. To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power switch to turn off the computer. Turning off your computer Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer.

  • Page 25: 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 preinstalled on your computer. ✍...
  • Page 26 2000 Pro you can create business cards, handouts, calendars, mailing labels, and much more. DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit, import, and organize your digital pictures in a photo album for rich digital printing to any standard color laser or inkjet printer.

  • Page 27: Microsoft Internet Explorer

    About the Software on Your Computer Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Sony Electronics Inc. Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a unique set of hardware and software components that provide you with excellent TV viewing, recording and playback experiences. You can watch and record your favorite TV programs from your computer, create custom playlists, and play your video capsules on other computers.

  • Page 28: Microsoft® Word

    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 29 Music Visualizer, audio CD burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for fine-tuning audio playback. 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.
  • Page 30 VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound file stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow software 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®...
  • Page 32 4-658-792-11 © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA...

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