Sony PCG-SR5K Primary User Manual
Sony PCG-SR5K Primary User Manual

Sony PCG-SR5K Primary User Manual

Vaio laptop computers: vaio notebook computer
Hide thumbs Also See for PCG-SR5K Primary:

Advertisement

VAIO Notebook
®

User Guide

PCG-SR5K/PCG-SR7K
®

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the PCG-SR5K Primary and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Sony PCG-SR5K Primary

  • Page 1: User Guide

    VAIO Notebook ® User Guide PCG-SR5K/PCG-SR7K ®...
  • Page 2: Notice To Users

    This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product.
  • Page 3 Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center.
  • Page 4 If you have any questions about this product, you can reach the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Meyers, FL 33913, or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
  • Page 5 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913, or find Sony Customer Service on the web at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent.
  • Page 6 You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada ° NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
  • Page 7 Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunications company cause to request that the user disconnect the equipment.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Features ... 1 Unpacking Your Notebook ... 2 Manuals ...2 Software CDs ...3 Recovery CDs ...3 Other ...3 Ergonomic Considerations ... 4 Locating Controls and Connectors... 7 Front...7 Back ...8 Left ...8 Right...9 Bottom ...9 Connecting a Power Source ... 10 Using the AC Adapter...10 Using Battery Power...10 Starting Your Computer ...
  • Page 10 The Jog Dial™ Control ...38 Using the Jog Dial™ Control ...39 Launcher Mode ...39 Guide Mode ...40 Using the Jog Dial Control with Sony Software ...40 Using the Jog Dial Control with Other Software ...40 Using Smart Connect ...42 Using Power Saving Modes...43 Normal Mode ...43...
  • Page 11 Connecting an External Display ... 59 To Connect a Monitor...59 To Connect a Projector ...60 Adding Memory ... 61 Installing a Memory Module...61 Confirming Added Memory Capacity...66 MovieShaker™ ... 67 Importing Images and Sound Clips ...67 Create a Movie using Shaker...69 Editing Clips and Scenes...70 Saving a Movie ...71 PictureGear™...
  • Page 13: Features

    Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. ✍ ❑ Exceptional performance: Your notebook includes a fast Intel® Mobile Pentium® III processor and a V.90-compatible modem.
  • Page 14: Manuals

    It also includes product specifications. ❑ Sony Read Me First contains Troubleshooting and Errors, the most up-to-date information on using your computer, and software support information.
  • Page 15: Recovery Cds

    Microsoft® Word 2000 ❑ System Recovery CD(s) ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) ✍ ❑ Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster) ❑ Packet containing special product offers...
  • Page 16 You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to apply the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments. Arms at desk level Wrists relaxed and flat ❑...
  • Page 17 ❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.
  • Page 22: Other

    You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (PCGA-AC16V1) into the DC In connector on the computer. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
  • Page 23 You can insert or remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when your computer is connected to the AC adapter. Before inserting or removing a battery pack, close the cover. Move the lock lever on the bottom of the computer to the position.
  • Page 24 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. Insert the battery pack. The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double-blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes 2 hours if the system is off, 5.5 hours if the system is on.
  • Page 25 You can insert or remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when your computer is connected to the AC adapter. Before inserting or removing a battery pack, close the cover. Turn off the computer and close the cover. Slide the lock lever to the Slide the release lever to the from the computer.
  • Page 26 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. Slide the power switch to the right until the green power indicator light turns on. ✍ If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To decrease the brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the down or left arrow key.
  • Page 27 Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar. Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Shut down. Click OK. ✍ Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator turns off.
  • Page 28 Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Numeric keypad Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. area Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction.
  • Page 29 Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it. Operator keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt, and Shift.
  • Page 30 + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays Windows Explorer. Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Files or Folders from the Start menu.
  • Page 31 Power Lights when the power to the computer is turned on. Flashes in System Suspend mode. Turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or powered off. Battery Indicates the status of the battery attached at the rear of the computer.
  • Page 32 (ESC) System Suspend Fn+ (F3) Speaker switch (F4) Speaker volume Fn+ & (F5) Brightness control (F7) Switch to the external display (F12) System Hibernation Fn+B Mega-Bass switch Fn+S System Idle ✍ Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or press the power switch on your computer.
  • Page 33 The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object. Click Press the left button once.
  • Page 34 Smart Pad is an application that lets you create memos by writing on the touchpad using your finger. Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. Point to Programs, point to Smart Utilities, and then click Smart Pad. Smart Pad enters tablet mode. In this mode the touchpad corresponds with the Smart Pad screen.
  • Page 35 You can record messages, memos, or other recordings in analog by connecting a microphone or other audio equipment to the Microphone/ Line in connector of your notebook and then switching the connector functionality. The Microphone/Line in connector is for both MIC IN (monaural) and LINE IN (stereo).
  • Page 36 Double-click on the task tray located in the lower right corner of the Desktop window. If Microphone is not displayed, from the Options menu click, Properties, select Microphone from the Control panel, and then click OK. From the Options menu, click Tone. Tone displays in the Microphone panel.
  • Page 37 Click Effective, you can also customize the setting by choosing options such as Time. Click OK. ✍ To effect the MIDI sound: From the Start menu, select Settings, and click Control Panel. In the Control panel, double-click YAMAHA DS-XG. Select the Sysnth tab. Select the desired effect, and then click OK.
  • Page 38: Memory Stick

    Memory Stick 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. Memory Stick Two types of Memory Stick media are available.
  • Page 39 Follow these guidelines when handling and storing Memory Stick media. ❑ Do not touch the contacts on a Memory Stick media with your fingers or any metal object. ❑ Use only the labels provided with a Memory Stick media. Do not attach other labels to it.
  • Page 40 Insert the Memory Stick media into the media slot on the left side of the computer until it clicks into place. To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk (S:) drive. To check the drive: Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
  • Page 41 Memory Stick Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator light is off. Push in the Memory Stick media eject button. When the button ejects, push it again and remove the Memory Stick media.
  • Page 42 Memory Stick media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the Memory Stick media. Use Sony’s PictureGear™ software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a Memory Stick media.
  • Page 43 Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. If you need to reformat a Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media. Follow the procedures included here. For more details about using Memory Stick Formatter, refer to Formatter Help.
  • Page 44 The port is a digital interface (IEEE 1394) for high-speed communication. By using your notebook, a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder or other compatible camera that supports the i.LINK interface, the DVgate™ software preinstalled on your computer, and the i.LINK interface, you can easily create and edit your own home videos.
  • Page 45 You can connect a floppy disk drive to the computer: ✍ Plug the USB cable from a floppy disk drive into the on the computer. The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up. Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place.
  • Page 46 ❑ When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette. ✍ Double-click in the task tray. The “Unplug or Eject Hardware” dialog displays. Select the hardware device you wish to remove by clicking it. Click Stop.
  • Page 47 Your computer includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM drive. ✍ ✍ Pull the PC card release button up away from the computer and push it in towards the computer. Remove the PC card slot protector.
  • Page 48 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot, front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector. The release button comes out. ✍ Close any applications that use the PC card, otherwise data may be lost.
  • Page 49 Pull the PC card release button up and press it in towards the computer. Gently grasp the card and pull it out. Insert the PC card slot protector into the empty slot.
  • Page 50 VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Jog Dial™ control, Memory Stick® media, and i.LINK® interface. An overview of some of the functions controlled by VAIO Action Setup is provided below. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, right-click the Jog Dial control icon , in the task tray and click Help Topics.
  • Page 51 This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control’s settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics. The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control window becomes active.
  • Page 52 Jog Dial control. The Jog Dial control window displays the Jog Dial’s function. 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. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software applications online Help.
  • Page 53 When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of pressing Enter.
  • Page 54 6-pin connector at the other), and VMC- IL4408A (a 0.8-meter cable with a 4-pin connector at each end). You can purchase these cables from your local retailer, through the Sony VAIO® Direct Web site (http://www.sonydirect.com/notebookaccessories/), or...
  • Page 55 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 allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend, and System Hibernation.
  • Page 56 The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan power indicator light flashes in this mode. Press Fn+Esc. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode. Press any key.
  • Page 57 You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: ❑ Phone line (page 46) ❑ Modem (page 47) ❑ Local Area Network (LAN) (page 51) ❑ CD/CDRW/DVD drive (page 53) ❑ i.LINK device (page 56) ❑ Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 58) ❑...
  • Page 58 You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Customer Support. ✍ Open the phone line jack cover. Plug one end of the phone cable (optional) into the jack on the inside of the phone line jack cover.
  • Page 59 The computer comes with an internal fax modem that allows you to exchange data by faxing through the Internet or faxing by connecting the computer to the telephone line using a phone cable (optional). The maximum communication speed of the internal modem (V.90, 56K) is 56 Kbps for data reception and 33.6 Kbps for data transmission.
  • Page 60 Click OK to close the Dialing Properties dialog box. Open the modular jack cover. Connect the telephone cord to the line jack on the side of the computer until it clicks into place.
  • Page 61 If your telephone has two modular jacks, connect it as illustrated below. ✍...
  • Page 62 ❑ The internal fax modem can be connected to the subscriber telephone line. Do not connect it to the PBX (Private Branch Exchange). Connecting to the PBX may cause a failure or fire. ❑ Some PBXs may use the same electric requirements as the subscriber telephone line of the local telephone company.
  • Page 63 You can connect your computer to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type networks. For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, please ask your system manager. You can exchange data with other devices on a network by connecting your notebook to the location’s Local Area Network (LAN). To connect the notebook to a network, you need a network PC card.
  • Page 64 To connect to the network: Right-click My Network Places and select Properties. Click Advanced and select Network Identification to set the computer name, domain, workgroup, and DNS suffix. You can also use the Network Identification Wizard. Right-click My Network Places and select Properties. Click Advanced and select Advanced Settings.
  • Page 65 You can use the optional PCGA-CD51 CD-ROM drive, the PCGA- CDRW51 CD-RW drive, or PCGA-DVD51 DVD drive with your notebook. If you use either optional drive when your computer is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter. The drive draws power from the computer through a PC card.
  • Page 66 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See “Using PC Cards” on page 35 for details. ✍ Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out. Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc...
  • Page 67 Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your computer is reading data from the disc. Remove the PC card from the computer. See “Using PC Cards” on page 35 for details.
  • Page 68 Your VAIO® notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) connector, which you can use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder. Plug one end of an i.LINK cable into the S400 connector on the left side of the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out connector on the digital video camera recorder.
  • Page 69 ✍...
  • Page 70 You can connect a USB device, such as a USB mouse or printer to your computer. ✍ Use the symbol to locate the USB connector on the left side of the computer. Plug the USB cable into this port.
  • Page 71 You can connect your notebook to a monitor or projector. Use the VGA Adapter Port on the left side of the computer. Plug the display adapter (supplied) into this port. If necessary, plug one end of the display’s power cord into the display, and the other end into an AC outlet.
  • Page 72 You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. ✍ Press both sides of the display adapter connector and unplug it from the computer. When you connect an external display to your computer, you can press Fn+F7 to toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices.
  • Page 73: Adding Memory

    PC-100 SDRAM microDIMM with gold lead contacts. ❑ Memory modules and other Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from an authorized Sony dealer, or by contacting Sony at http://www.sonydirect.com/ notebookaccessories. The computer is equipped with two memory slots. You can expand the memory in both slots up to a maximum of 256 MB.
  • Page 74 To avoid damage to a memory module from static electricity, follow these guidelines: ❑ Avoid handling and installing memory modules where static electricity can easily be generated (for example, on a thick carpet.) ❑ Before you pick up or touch a memory module, ground yourself by touching a metal surface with your hand.
  • Page 75 Open the display panel, raise the palm rest toward you, turn it over, and then set it gently on the keyboard. When you turn the palm rest over, gently perform the action in order to avoid breaking the attached cable. Before you remove the module from its package, touch a metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity accumulated on your body.
  • Page 76 Lower the memory module until it clicks into place on both ends. Return the palm rest to its original position by aligning it with the notch on the keyboard and then setting it on the keyboard. Handle the palm rest gently to avoid breaking the attached cable. Close the display panel and replace the six (6) screws on the bottom of the computer.
  • Page 77 Use the Phillips (+) screwdriver to tighten all six screws at the locations shown below. Turn off the computer and all peripheral devices. Disconnect the power cord and all cables from the computer, and then remove the battery. Perform Steps 2 and 3 for "Installing a Memory Module." The computer interior becomes extremely hot during operation.
  • Page 78 Turn on the computer. Click the Start button, point to VAIO, and then click Sony Notebook Setup. Click the About This Computer tab. Check the System Memory displayed in the left panel to confirm that the correct memory amount is displayed.
  • Page 79 This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images (pictures), and music files and then saved in a format most computers can play. ✍...
  • Page 80 Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray.
  • Page 81 After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. Shaker randomly select clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-second scene. Click the Shake tab. Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray. Click and saved to the Product tray.
  • Page 82 You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the length of clips. Working Panel Adding effects to a scene or a clip: Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel. Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.
  • Page 83 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies. Click Export. Select the format in which you want the document to be saved. Click Next. Locate the folder to which you want the file saved. Name the file.
  • Page 84 PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers, wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and even html photo albums.
  • Page 85 Panorama Maker stitches a group of still images into a 360 degree panoramic picture. The source images should be the same size and overlap 20%. How to stitch a panoramic picture: Gather the source images into the same folder or collection. Select the images you want to use.
  • Page 87 This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help protect your computer from potential damage. ❑ Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful when using the computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it.
  • Page 88 ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet. ❑...
  • Page 89 In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette.
  • Page 90 ❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc. ❑...
  • Page 91 ❑ Make sure to disconnect the AC adapter before cleaning the computer. ❑ Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen. ❑ Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
  • Page 93 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. ✍ ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
  • Page 94 Turn the computer off and then turn it on again. Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 95 ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer is on. ❑ Check that the battery pack is inserted properly and that it is charged. ❑...
  • Page 96 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. Click the Device Manager tab. Select Refresh, and then click OK. The printer should now function properly. ❑...
  • Page 97 Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook computer modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support. Your notebook comes with a 56K/V.90-compatible modem. Many factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems).
  • Page 98 ❑ Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. Memory Stick™ Insert the media into the slot again and press the Enter key. Wait until the active application finishes, then remove the media.
  • Page 99 Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: Read Me First User Guide Electronic Documentation Manuals and online help files...
  • Page 100 The following sections describe how to use the System Recovery and Application Recovery utilities. You need to connect the optional PCGA-CD51 CD-ROM drive, the PCGA-CDRW51, or the PCGA-DVD51 drive to use the System and Application Recovery CDs. You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corrupted or accidentally erased.
  • Page 101 Slide the power switch forward and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 102 ✍ Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the first Sony Application Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically. When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.
  • Page 103 In order to improve the performance of your computer’s DVgate™ Motion software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. DVgate Motion saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition.
  • Page 104 500 MHz* Intel® Pentium® III ‡ 9 GB Approx. 70% and 30% 64 MB SDRAM** †† expandable to 256 MB 10.4” SVGA TFT 256 KB (on CPU) MPEG1 Digital Video supports full-screen playback 128-bit accelerator with 3 MB Video RAM 16-bit CD-quality stereo sound 56K and V.90 compatible modem Supports 4 mbps, 1.1 mbps, and 115 kbps IrDA Standard...
  • Page 105 † ‡ †† 20% to 80% (not condensed), provided that humidity is less than 65% at 95° F (35° C) (hygrometer reading of less than 84° F (29° C)) -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C) (temperature gradient less than 18° F (10° C)/hour) 10% to 90% (not condensed) provided that humidity is less than 20% at 140°...
  • Page 107 AC adapter AC power adding hardware peripherals adjusting brightness air circulation Alt key Application Recovery CDs Applications key Batteries battery pack charging connector indicator light status indicator lights inserting loading power status rechargeable removing battery power brightness adjusting built-in speaker volume buttons Start...
  • Page 108: Ergonomic Considerations

    starting troubleshooting unpacking connecting CD-ROM drive coin-operated telephones digital video camera recorder floppy disk drive multiple phone lines party phone lines phone line power source Connecting the CD/CDRW/DVD Drive connectors battery DC In correction keys Ctrl key cursor-movement keys DC In digital video camera recorder diskettes ejecting...
  • Page 109: Launcher Mode

    indicator lights battery Caps Lock charge status hard drive Num Lock power Scroll Lock input devices Insert key inserting battery pack diskettes into drive installing hardware peripherals interference internal speaker See speakers Jog Dial keyboard Launcher Mode lock lever troubleshooting lever Liquid Crystal Display screen See LCD...
  • Page 110: System Hibernation Mode

    phone connecting line jack laws governing PictureGear Power power indicator light switch power saving modes System Hibernation System Idle System Suspend power sources connecting precautions Print Screen key Printer radio interference rechargeable battery pack recharging battery pack Recovery CDs removing battery pack diskettes floppy disk drive...

This manual is also suitable for:

Vaio pcg-sr7kVaio pcg-3102Vaio pcg-3112

Table of Contents