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VAIO C1 PictureBook Notebook User Guide ® VAIO C1 PictureBook Notebook User Guide PCG-C1VN Printed in USA © 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. 4-650-626-11 www.sony.com
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide PCG-C1VN
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Notice to Users © 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. SONY ELECTRONICS
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Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony Digital Studio. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCG-141A Serial Number Safety Information WARNING ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Sony Customer Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-141A Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony with the instructions, may approved in this manual could void
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make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, 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., FL 33913, or find
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada) Please refer to your telephone directory under 'Privacy Issues' and/or 'Terms of Service batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some the manufacturer’s instructions. ! Une batterie
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. L'abonné ne doit pas oublier qu'il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n'empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations. Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur. L'entreprise de
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide avoir recours à un service d'inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas. AVIS: L'indice d'équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal
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Keyboard 33 Using the built-in MOTION EYE™ camera ...........38 Using the Pointing Device 43 Using PC Cards 45 Connecting with another VAIO® computer 47 Connecting an i.LINK device 48 VAIO Action Setup 51 The Jog Dial™ Control 51 Using Memory Stick® Media 55 Using Power Saving Modes 59 9
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Connecting Peripheral Devices 61 Connecting a Phone Line 62 Connecting Instructions 82 Software Information 89 MovieShaker 89 PictureGear 92 For Answers to Your Software Questions 94 Using the System and Application Recovery CDs 97 Troubleshooting
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Specifications 115 Index 119 11
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 12
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VAIO notebook computer has to offer (read the details in the Specifications chapter of this guide). ❑ Exceptional performance - Your computer includes a fast Crusoe™ processor. ❑ Portability - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power. ❑ Sony popular online services, send
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Unpacking Your Notebook Remove the following hardware items from the box: Main Unit Power cord AC adapter AV Cable Display adaptor Rechargeable battery pack Spare pointing device covers 14
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VAIO® User Guide - Contains information on setting up your notebook, supplementary updates and software information. This manual describes the features and specifications of your notebook, the applications included with your system, how to contract software vendors, and solve common problems the PCG-
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your notebook computer computer may strain muscles or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A
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radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set. ❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may result. 17
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone company may bill you for the service call. Also, if you do not
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location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. 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. 19
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 20
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Setting Up Your VAIO C1 PictureBook™ Notebook This section describes how to start using your notebook and the internal and external devices, such as the pointing device and optional
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 9 Num Lock indicator 10 Caps Lock indicator 11 Scroll Lock indicator 12 Power button 13 CAPTURE button 14 Power indicator 15 Battery indicator 16 Hard
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Right Locating the Controls and Connectors 1 ID label 2 AV Out connector 3 Headphone connector 4 Microphone connector 5 USB connector 6 DC In (page 25) 7 Mini VGA/TV Out Connector (page 66) 8 Jog Dial Control (page 51) 9 Phone line jack (page 62) 23
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Bottom 1 Reset switch 2 Memory Stick media slot window 3 Battery lock/unlock lever (page 26) 4 Battery release lever (page 29) 5 Battery connector (page 25) 24
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Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC Adapter 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Plug
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug
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indicator indicates the status of the battery pack. ✍ You can charge the battery pack with the optional battery charger PCGA-BC5. See the battery charger manual for more information. 27
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Battery Indicator Light Battery Battery indicator Battery Indicator Light Status On Single- data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as system suspend or system hibernation. 28
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Connecting a Power Source To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Slide the release levers to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away from the computer. Unlocking Battery Pack Battery release lever Battery lock/unlock lever ✍ You may lose data if you remove the battery pack
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide ❑ If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery high-capacity battery pack (PCGA-BP54) Insert the battery pack with the VAIO logo side facing down. See the manual that came with the battery pack for more information. Inserting High-Capacity Battery
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light turns on. ✍ When starting your notebook for the first time, the VAIO InitManager dialog box will appear. Please select “OK” to begin initial setup. you do not execute the initial setup, you cannot use part of VAIO original hardware functions such as Jog Dial, the Power Management utility, the
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode. See “Controlling Power Management” in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook. If you are unable to shut down your computer: 1 Close or end
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Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter's, but your notebook keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Keyboard Escape key Function keys Print Screen key Correction keys Shift key Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Alt key
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Key Function keys Escape key Print Screen key Operator keys Windows® key Fn key Applications key Description The twelve function keys along the top of
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Using the Keyboard Combination + Ctrl + F + M Shift + + M + R Fn + + Insert Function Displays the Windows Find: Computer window where you can locate other computers. This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Computer from the Start menu. Minimizes all displayed windows (with Num Lock off).
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Light Memory Stick Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock On Data is read from or written to the Memory Stick. (Do not enter System Suspend
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Using the Keyboard Combinations/ Feature Fn+ (F7) Switch to the external display Fn+ / (F8) Switch to the TV Fn+ (F12) System Hibernation Fn+D Video standby Fn+B Bass Boost Functions Toggles through the LCD, external display (connected to the Monitor connector), and both LCD and external
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Using the built-in MOTION EYE™ camera Your computer includes a built-in MOTION EYE camera. You can use the camera to shoot still images and
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Using the built-in MOTION EYE™ camera 3 Choose Still by clicking the on-screen Capture Mode button. To switch to Motion, click the on-screen Change Capture Mode button. (You can also use Jog Dial to control this function.) 4 The Finder window appears. Turn the MOTION EYE camera lens towards the
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 6 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
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used to create your panoramic image. For details, see Smart Capture online Help. 2 Start the PictureGear software. For details, see the PictureGear section in this manual. To set the image quality and mode of MOTION EYE camera You can change the settings of image quality or mode of MOTION EYE camera
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 3 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
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it at the desired point. Press the pointing device while pressing the center button. ✍ The scroll function is available only with applications that support a scroll pointing device feature. Pressing the pointing device too hard may damage it. To replace the pointing device cover You can take off
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Replacing the Pointing Device Cover Pointing device cover (supplied) ✍ Make sure the cover is tightly secured to prevent damage to the screen when you close the computer. 44
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Using PC Cards Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM drive, or to connect to a network. ✍ The PC card slots can accommodate two Type II PC cards, or one Type III PC card. These slots are compatible with Card
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User Guide 2 Pull the release button, then push it down toward the slot. Release Button Release button ✍ Do not force a card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation. See the manual
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unique name when the two computers are networked together. ✍ If you have previously purchased a VAIO computer or notebook that does not have the Windows Me operating system or Smart Connect 3.0 software preinstalled, consult the Sony website for support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). 47
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Hard Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of can use to connect to an i.LINK-enabled digital camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector
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be connected differently. On Sony digital camcorders, connectors labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are compatible. See the manual that came with your , you cannot use the device with your computer. The C1 PictureBook Computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate is
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide DVgate™ 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
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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 or , in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode. 51
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Using the Jog Dial™ Control This section explains how to item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches to the guide mode, and shows the Jog Dial's function. JOG Guide Dialog Box 2 Turn or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired
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the mode by pressing the Shift key while turning the Jog Dial control. Using Guide Mode The Jog Dial control window displays the Jog Dial's function. Using the Jog Dial Control with Sony Software If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you can use the Jog Dial's functions
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Using a Dialog Box When a window such as Screen Properties the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of pressing Enter. JOG Guide dialog box Internal Timer You can use the internal timer to start an application at a specific time
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into the media slot on the left side of the notebook until it clicks into place. When the Memory Stick media is properly in place, Sony's VisualFlow™ software will automatically launch to display the contents of the Memory Stick. 55
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 1 Insert with the arrow facing toward the Memory Stick media slot and the label facing down. ✍ Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage
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completely from the slot. VisualFlow VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. To use VisualFlow 1 From menu, point to Programs > VisualFlow > VisualFlow. ✍ If VAIO Action Setup has been configured to launch VisualFlow by default upon
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Notes on using Memory Stick media: ❑ When the media's write-protect tab is set to LOCK corrosive substances. ❑ To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that come with your media for more information on its use. 58
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, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk. ✍ For details, see “Controlling Power Management” in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook. System Suspend Mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The green
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide System Hibernation Mode The state of the system is saved on the hard drive and power is turned off. The power indicator light is off
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Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these optional peripherals: ❑ Phone line (page 62) ❑ USB printer (page 64) ❑ USB mouse (page 65) ❑ External display (page 66) ❑ Microphone (page 75) ❑ USB floppy drive (page 69) ❑ CD/DVD-ROM drive (page 71)
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® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line (not supplied) to take advantage of online services and the Internet. ✍ In order to register your VAIO C1 PictureBook Computer or register your software online, you must connect to a phone line. 1 Open the
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3 Plug the other end into the wall jack. Plugging in Phone Cable Connecting a Phone Line Phone line jack Phone 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 phone lines or a private branch
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Connecting a USB Printer You can connect a printer that is Computer Power cord Printer USB connector to USB connector USB Printer cable (optional) ✍ See the manual that came with your printer for more information on installation and use. To use a printer
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-UMS1 series driver has already been installed. Connecting a USB Mouse USB Mouse to USB Connector ✍ A serial mouse or PS/2 mouse is not compatible with the VAIO® C1 PictureBook Computer. See the manual that came with your mouse for more information on installation and use. 65
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® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your VAIO C1 PictureBook Computer. For example, you can use the Display adapter ✍ See the manual that came with your computer display for more information on installation and use. 66
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Connecting an External Display To connect a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector. You can connect a projector using the supplied Display adapter. 1 Plug the display adapter into the computer's Out connector and the display's RGB signal
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide ✍ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and use. You may not be able to display the computer's LCD and the external
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when the computer is on” on page 70. Plug the USB cable from the floppy disk drive into the (USB) connector on the computer. The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up. To insert a diskette Plugging in USB Cable 69
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. 2 Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. Inserting diskette Floppy disk
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floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the right side. Notes on handling diskettes ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette. ❑ Keep diskettes away from magnets. ❑ Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. Connecting
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide To the CD drive may vary, depending on the CD drive. See the manual that came with your CD drive for more information on use. 1 Remove PC Card 3 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See "Using PC Cards" on page 45 for details.
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Connecting an Optical Drive (optional) To Insert a Disc 1 Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out. CD-ROM Drive Eject button 2 Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into place. Inserting Disc Disc 3 Close the tray by
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Flashing BUSY Indicator Busy indicator Notes on CD and DVD Media To Remove the Drive Remove the PC card from the computer. See "Using PC
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you turn them on. Do not place diskettes on the speakers; the speaker’s magnetic field may damage the data on the diskettes. ✍ See the manual supplied with your speakers for more information on installation and use. Connecting an External Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Recording from a Microphone or Audio Equipment You can record messages, memos, or other recordings in analog by connecting a microphone or other audio equipment to the
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Recording from a Microphone or Audio Equipment To increase the sound of the microphone: 1 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
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide To make the microphone echo 1 From the Start menu, select Settings, and click Control Panel. In the Control panel, double-click YAMAHA DS-XG. 2 Select
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VAIO® notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with your software titles. For support add text to any image. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Connect a digital camcorder to services. 79
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Media Bar™ Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats and controls selected Sony devices. In addition to audio/video library cataloging and
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your computer's shortcut keys and i.LINK interface. VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Support Agent provides immediate, interactive on-line support. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics, Inc. VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions OpenMG Jukebox is a software application that utilizes Sony you register, you will be directed to the Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) service Web site, where you can download software that enables you to access Internet
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OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions Starting OpenMG Jukebox From the Windows Start menu, point to you to record audio files of CDs. 2 Internet Accesses a Web site for the EMD service supporting OpenMG. 3 Shuffle/Repeat indicators Displays the shuffle/repeat play status. 4 Play mode control buttons
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 6 Portable Player Opens the Portable Player window. The Portable Player window also opens when a portable device is connected to the computer. 7 Album titles column window
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OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions Recording a CD 1 Insert an audio CD into the optional CD/DVD-ROM drive. 2 Click Recorder. The OpenMG CD Recorder displays. ✍ To import MP3 files, use
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Transferring Songs to the MG Memory Stick® This section explains how to transfer CD tracks to the optional MG Memory Stick. See "To Insert a Memory
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OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions Returning songs (Check-in) You can return songs recorded on the MG Memory Stick to the hard drive of your computer (check-in). You can
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Software Information MovieShaker™ 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
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Create a Movie Using Shaker After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. Shaker randomly selects clips from
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Effect, click on the clip in the Working panel monitor. Your clip displays with the new effect on the Effect tray monitor. 4 See Help for instructions on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips/scenes. Saving a Movie 1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved. 6 Name the file. 7 Click Save. ! Exporting movies may take a long time to complete—
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PictureGear™ Creating a Photo Album 1 Select the pictures you want to use to make an album. 2 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 3 Choose the type of Album you want and click OK. 4 Now add more pictures, frames, text, and effects. 5 When you are finished, select Create Album in File menu
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide For Answers to Your Software Questions Acrobat® Reader (Adobe Systems Incorporated) Web site phone fax e-mail hours http://www.adobe.com/ 206-628-2746 (fee-based support) 206-628-5737 [email protected] M-F, 6 AM-5 PM PT McAfee® VirusScan® (Network
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(888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http://www
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erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Using the System Recovery CD(s) You can reinstall software If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem. Use the Application
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide have any questions on using the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. To use the System Recovery CD(s) ✍ The optional Edition Getting Started manual. You will need this number to complete the recovery process. 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD
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System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. 3 or software title may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer, and
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide questions on using the Application Recovery CDs, contact Sony Customer Support. Some applications on the Application Recovery CDs must the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may
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problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Troubleshooting your notebook When starting your notebook for the first time, the VAIO controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide My notebook starts, but my system doesn’t start properly the notebook. 3 Turn off the notebook and then turn it on. 4 Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. 5 Press the directional arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
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Troubleshooting 7 Select Yes, then press Enter. 8 Use the directional arrow keys to select continues to display the message " Operating system not found," and Windows does not start, contact Sony Customer Support. My notebook stops responding or does not shut down It is best to shut down your
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide ❑ Click the Advanced button on the General tab, and Confirm the following information: 1 The message " Standby function is enabled" is displayed. If the message reads "
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the controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual that came with your display for more information. I want to change Settings tab. ❑ Move the Screen Area slider to change your video resolution. Troubleshooting the mouse and pointing device My mouse does not work ❑ If you are
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide ❑ If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series, while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to stop playback and restart the notebook. Troubleshooting drives, PC cards and peripheral devices My floppy disk drive icon doesn’t appear even
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Troubleshooting ❑ Double click Disk Drive and confirm that GENERIC NEC FLOPPY facing up. ❑ If the disc requires software, make sure the software is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ A dirty or damaged disc may cause the notebook to stop responding while it tries to read the
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®. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. Troubleshooting software My software program stops responding or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See the "About Software" section of this manual. When I click
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the software publisher or designated provider for technical support Troubleshooting the modem My modem does not work ❑ 's modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.) My modem problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider, check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Troubleshooting audio My speakers have no sound ❑ If the built- into the Microphone connector. See "Connecting an External Microphone" on page 75 for details. Troubleshooting Memory Stick Image files do not open even though I insert a Memory Stick into the
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Troubleshooting ❑ If VisualFlow is active and the image files in Memory Stick are not displayed, the format type of the Memory Stick can be different. ❑ Copy
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User Guide Resources 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: 1 VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide The User Guide (this manual
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you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or your fax software.) 7 Calling Sony Customer Support You can call and speak with a Sony Customer Support Representative without using your computer by calling 1-888
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Specifications Specifications Model PCG-C1VN Processor Crusoe™ Processor TM5600 600 MHz* Hard Disk XWIDE™ active matrix L2 Cache Memory 512 KB (on die) MPEG MPEG1 Digital Video supports full-screen playback Graphics 3D graphic accelerator with 8 MB video RAM Sound Capabilities 16-bit
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide Model PCG-C1VN line (RJ-11) USB port Stereo headphone (MEGA BASS support) Microphone jack (Mic-in/Line-in) VGA monitor i.LINK cable Display adapter Pointing device spare caps Service 90-day limited express service** Extendible to one year from original
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Specifications Model PCG-C1VN Weight 2.16 lbs. (980 kg) (with supplied battery) Operating Temperature 41ºF to 95ºF (+5ºC to 35ºC) (Temperature gradient less than 18ºF/10ºC/hour) Operating Humidity 20%
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Index A AC adapter 25 AC power 25 adding hardware 61 peripherals 61 printers 64 adjusting brightness 36 air circulation 17 Alt key 34 Application Recovery CDs 99 Applications key 34 B batteries 29 using 29 battery pack 26 charging 27 indicator light status 28 indicator lights 27 inserting 26
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide coin-operated telephones 63 computer condensation 19 lithium-ion battery 6 setting up 21 starting 31 troubleshooting 33, 34 Ctrl key 34 cursor-movement keys 33 customer assistance support options 112 D DC In 25 digital video camera 48 diskettes ejecting
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46, 70 Fn key 34 combination commands 36 function keys 34 G Guide Mode 53 H handling CD or DVD Media 74 diskettes 71 Headphone connector keyboard 33-35, 36 connecting 65 L Launcher Mode 52 LCD 18 troubleshooting 105 lithium-ion battery disposal 6 safety precautions 6 loading battery pack 26
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VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide modem laws governing 5 troubleshooting 109 moisture condensation 19 monitor connecting 66 switching among 37 mouse connecting 65 troubleshooting 105 MovieShaker instructions 89 multiple phone lines 63 N navigation keys 33 network connecting 45 Num Lock
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32 Sony Fax-on-Demand service 113 speakers connectors 23 troubleshooting 110 Start button 32 starting computer 31 startup problems 32 support support options 112 troubleshooting 101 startup 32, 101 turning on computer 31 TV interference 4, 17 U USB connector 69 Using the Jog Dial Control 53 V VAIO
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Section	Page
VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide	2
PCG-C1VN	2
Notice to Users	3
Owner’s Record	4
Safety Information	4
Regulatory Information	5
FCC Part 68	6
Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States)	6
Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)	7
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM-ION BATTERY	7
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE	8
Contents	10
Welcome 13	10
Features 13	10
Unpacking Your Notebook 14	10
Ergonomic Considerations 16	10
Setting Up Your VAIO C1 PictureBook™ Notebook 21	10
Locating the Controls and Connectors 21	10
Connecting a Power Source 25	10
Conserving Battery Power 30	10
Starting Your VAIO C1 PictureBook Computer 31	10
Shutting Down Your Computer 32	10
Using the Keyboard 33	10
Using the built-in MOTION EYE™ camera 38	10
Using the Pointing Device 43	10
Using PC Cards 45	10
Connecting with another VAIO® computer 47	10
Connecting an i.LINK device 48	10
VAIO Action Setup 51	10
The Jog Dial™ Control 51	10
Using Memory Stick® Media 55	10
Using Power Saving Modes 59	10
Connecting Peripheral Devices 61	11
Connecting a Phone Line 62	11
Connecting a USB Printer 64	11
Connecting a USB Mouse 65	11
Connecting an External Display 66	11
Using the Floppy Disk Drive (optional) 69	11
Connecting an Optical Drive (optional) 71	11
Connecting External Speakers 75	11
Connecting an External Microphone 75	11
Recording from a Microphone or Audio Equipment 76	11
About the Software on Your Computer 79	11
OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions 82	11
Software Information 89	11
MovieShaker™ 89	11
PictureGear™ 92	11
For Answers to Your Software Questions 94	11
Using the System and Application RecoveryCDs 97	11
Troubleshooting 101	11
Resources 112	11
Specifications 115	12
Index 119	12
Welcome	14
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® Notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge techn...	14
Features	14
Exceptional performance	14
Portability	14
Sony audio and video quality	14
Windows® Millennium Edition	14
Communications	14
Unpacking Your Notebook	15
Remove the following hardware items from the box:	15
Main Unit	15
AV Cable	15
Display adaptor	15
Power cord	15
AC adapter	15
Rechargeable battery pack	15
Spare pointing device covers	15
Manuals	16
VAIO® User Guide	16
Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Getting Started	16
Software CD	16
Microsoft® Word 2000	16
Recovery CDs	16
System Recovery CD(s)	16
Application Recovery CD(s)	16
Other	16
Ergonomic Considerations	17
Recommended position	17
Position of your computer	17
Furniture and posture	17
Viewing angle of the computer’s display	18
Lighting	18
Placement of an external display	18
Notes on Setup	18
Setting Up Your Notebook	18
Handling Your Notebook	19
Cleaning Your Notebook	19
Handling the LCD Screen	19
On Moisture Condensation	20
Setting Up Your VAIO C1 PictureBook™ Notebook	22
This section describes how to start using your notebook and the internal and external devices, su...	22
Locating the Controls and Connectors	22
Front	22
Left	23
Right	24
Bottom	25
Connecting a Power Source	26
Using the AC Adapter	26
1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer.	26
2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.	26
3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.	26
Connecting Computer to AC Outlet	26
Notes on the AC Adapter	26
Using Battery Power	27
To insert the battery pack	27
1 Make sure the Lock lever on the bottom of the computer is in the “unlock” position.	27
2 Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the notches and tabs on the back of the computer...	27
3 Slide the Lock lever into the lock position.	27
Inserting Battery Pack	28
To charge the battery pack	28
1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer.	28
2 Insert the battery pack.	28
Battery Indicator Light	29
To remove the battery pack	30
1 Turn off the computer.	30
2 Slide the release levers to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away from the computer.	30
Unlocking Battery Pack	30
Additional Notes On Batteries	30
To insert the optional high-capacity battery pack (PCGA-BP54)	31
Inserting High-Capacity Battery Pack	31
Conserving Battery Power	31
Starting Your VAIO C1 PictureBook Computer	32
1 Lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly. Do not grasp the camera lens wh...	32
Opening Your C1 PictureBook Computer	32
2 Press the power button until the green power indicator light turns on.	32
Turning on Your C1 PictureBook Computer	32
3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To decrease the brightness, p...	33
Shutting Down Your Computer	33
1 Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar.	33
2 Click Shut Down to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.	33
3 Select Shut down.	33
4 Click OK.	33
5 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator turnsoff.	33
6 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.	33
If you are unable to shut down your computer:	33
1 Close or end all operations.	33
2 Shut down your computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys (at the same time).	33
Using the Keyboard	34
Keyboard	34
Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key	35
Indicators	36
Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key	37
Using the built-in MOTION EYE™ camera	39
Capturing a still image	39
1 Press the CAPTURE button to start Smart Capture.	39
CAPTURE Button	39
2 Select Still Viewer/Long Movie Player/Net Movie Player from the application list.	39
3 Choose Still by clicking the on-screen Capture Mode button. To switch to Motion, click the on-s...	40
4 The Finder window appears. Turn the MOTION EYE camera lens towards the subject you want to phot...	40
Turning MOTION EYE	40
5 Adjust the focusing ring.	40
Adjusting the Focusing Ring	40
6 Half-press the CAPTURE button on the computer. The image remains still for a few seconds. To di...	41
Using the Self-timer	41
1 Click Still Viewer/Movie Player from the switch applications list.	41
2 Select Still mode.	41
3 Click the Options button.	41
4 Click Self-timer capture on the Capturing mode tab.	41
5 Click OK.	41
To create a panoramic image	42
1 Capture the still images. Using the panoramic-assist function of Smart Capture, capture still i...	42
2 Start the PictureGear software. For details, see the PictureGear section in this manual.	42
To set the image quality and mode of MOTION EYE camera	42
1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.	42
2 Double-click the MOTION EYE camera icon. The Camera Control Utility appears.	42
3 Click the Image tab and drag the slider to the left or the right. The level settings increase a...	43
4 Click Mode tab and click the item you want to set.	43
5 Click OK.	43
Using the Pointing Device	44
Using the Pointing Device	44
To replace the pointing device cover	44
Replacing the Pointing Device Cover	45
Using PC Cards	46
To insert card	46
1 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the front label facing up. Gently push the card i...	46
Inserting PC Card	46
2 Pull the release button, then push it down toward the slot.	47
Release Button	47
To remove a PC card	47
1 Double-click in the task tray.	47
2 The “Unplug or Eject Hardware” dialog displays.	47
3 Select the hardware device you wish to remove by clicking it.	47
4 Click Stop.	47
5 Confirm the correct device is selected in “Stop a hardware device.”	47
6 The message, “PC Card can now be safely removed from the system” appears. Click OK.	47
7 Gently grasp the card and pull it out.	47
8 Insert the PC card slot protector into the empty slot.	47
Connecting with another VAIO® computer	48
Connecting with an i.LINK cable	48
Hard Drive Partition	49
Connecting an i.LINK device	49
To connect a digital camcorder	49
Connecting Digital Camcorder	50
DVgate™	51
Digital Video Captures	51
Adjusting Image Resolution	51
VAIO Action Setup	52
The Jog Dial™ Control	52
Using the Jog Dial Control	52
Using the Jog Dial™ Control	53
Launcher Mode	53
Using Launcher Mode	53
1 Turn the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The win...	53
JOG Guide Dialog Box	53
2 Turn or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.	53
3 To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat from step 1.	53
Guide Mode	54
Using Guide Mode	54
Using the Jog Dial Control with Sony Software	54
Using the Jog Dial Control with Other Software	54
Using a Dialog Box	55
JOG Guide dialog box	55
Internal Timer	55
Using Memory Stick® Media	56
Types of Memory Stick Media	56
What is MagicGate?	56
To Insert a Memory Stick Media	56
1 Insert with the arrow facing toward the Memory Stick media slot and the label facing down.	57
2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick in until it clicks in place.	57
Inserting Memory Stick	57
To view the contents of Memory Stick media	57
If you cannot see the Removable Disk (S:) in the My Computer window on your desktop:	57
1 Click Start, point to Settings and then Control Panel.	57
2 Click System. The System Properties window appears.	57
3 Select the Device Manager tab.	57
To Remove a Memory Stick Media	58
VisualFlow	58
To use VisualFlow	58
1 From the Start menu, point to Programs > VisualFlow > VisualFlow.	58
2 Click on an icon in the View section on the main toolbar to select a display layout.	58
3 Click on an icon in the Sort section on the main toolbar to select a sorting method.	58
4 Resting your cursor on the left end of the main toolbar activates the current Memory Stick prop...	58
5 Resting your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with mor...	58
6 Click an image to show a normal view centered on the screen.	58
7 Movie files start playback when the view is enlarged. Click again on movie files to restore the...	58
Notes on using Memory Stick media:	59
Using Power Saving Modes	60
Normal Mode	60
System Suspend Mode	60
To activate System Suspend Mode	60
To return to normal Mode	60
System Hibernation Mode	61
To activate System Hibernation mode	61
To return to Normal mode	61
Connecting Peripheral Devices	62
You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these optional peripherals:	62
Connecting a Phone Line	63
1 Open the phone line jack cover. The cover opens only to a 45-degree angle.	63
Opening Phone Line Jack Cover	63
2 Plug one end of the phone cable into the jack on the inside of the phone line jack cover. Make ...	63
3 Plug the other end into the wall jack.	64
Connecting a USB Printer	65
To connect a printer	65
Connecting a Printer	65
To use a printer	65
Connecting a USB Mouse	66
To connect a USB mouse	66
Connecting a USB Mouse	66
Connecting an External Display	67
To connect a computer display	67
Connecting a Display	67
To connect a projector	68
1 Plug the display adapter into the computer's Out connector and the display’s RGB signal cable t...	68
2 Plug the audio cable into the Headphone connector.	68
Connecting a Projector	68
To connect a TV	69
1 Plug the supplied AV cable into the notebook’s AV Out connector.	69
2 Plug the other ends of the AV cable into theTV, as shown.	69
Connecting a TV	69
Using the Floppy Disk Drive (optional)	70
To connect the floppy disk drive	70
To insert a diskette	70
Plugging in USB Cable	70
1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up.	71
2 Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place.	71
Inserting diskette	71
To remove a diskette	71
Removing diskette	71
To remove the floppy disk drive when the computer is on	71
1 Double-click the Remove Hardware icon in the task tray.	71
2 The “Unplug or Eject Hardware” dialog displays.	71
3 Select the hardware device you wish to remove by clicking it.	71
4 Click stop.	71
5 Confirm the correct device is selected in the “Stop a Hardware device” dialogbox.	71
6 The message, “Floppy Disk Drive can now be safely removed from the system” appears. Click OK.	72
7 Slide the unlock lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow, and then un...	72
1 Open the start menu, select Settings, Control Panel, and then the System icon. The System Prope...	72
2 Click the Refresh button.	72
3 In the “Stop a Hardware device” dialog box, confirm that the device can be safely removed from ...	72
To carry the floppy disk drive	72
Notes on handling diskettes	72
Connecting an Optical Drive (optional)	72
To Connect the CD Drive	73
1 Remove the PC card slot protector from the PC card slot. See “Using PC Cards” on page45 for de...	73
2 Remove the PC card from the bottom side of the CD drive.	73
Removing PC Card	73
3 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See “Using PC Cards” on ...	73
Inserting PC Card	73
To Insert a Disc	74
1 Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.	74
CD-ROM Drive	74
2 Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the ...	74
Inserting Disc	74
3 Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your compute...	74
Flashing BUSY Indicator	75
Notes on CD and DVD Media	75
To Remove the Drive	75
Handling CD or DVD Media	75
Cleaning CD or DVD Media	75
Connecting External Speakers	76
To connect external speakers	76
Connecting an External Microphone	76
To connect an external microphone	76
Recording from a Microphone or Audio Equipment	77
Switching the connector functionality	77
1 Double-click on the task tray located in the lower right corner of the Desktop window. The Volu...	77
2 From the Options menu, click Properties. The Properties window appears.	77
3 In the Adjust Volume panel, select Recording, and then click OK. TheRecording Control window a...	77
4 Select either Microphone or Line.	77
Adjusting sound volume in the Recording Control window	77
To increase the sound of the microphone:	78
1 Double-click on the task tray located in the lower right corner of the Desktop window. If Micro...	78
2 From the Microphone panel, click Advanced. The Advanced Controls for Microphones dialog box dis...	78
3 Click Mic 20dB in Other Controls, and then click Close.	78
Adjusting volume	78
To make the microphone echo	79
1 From the Start menu, select Settings, and click Control Panel. In the Control panel, double-cli...	79
2 Select the Echo tab.	79
3 Click Effective, you can also customize the setting by choosing options such as Time.	79
4 Click OK.	79
To effect the MIDI sound:	79
1 From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.	79
2 Click the YAMAHA DS-XG Audio Config icon. (If you do not see the icon that you are looking for,...	79
3 Select the Synthesizer tab.	79
4 Select the desired effect, and then click OK.	79
1 From the Options menu, select Properties.	79
2 In the Volume Adjust window, select Recording, and then click OK. The Recording Control window ...	79
About the Software on Your Computer	80
Adobe Acrobat Reader®	80
Adobe Systems Inc.	80
ArcSoft® PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro	80
ArcSoft, Inc.	80
DVgate™	80
Sony Electronics Inc.	80
McAfee® VirusScan®	80
Network Associates, Inc.	80
Media Bar™	81
Sony Electronics Inc.	81
Microsoft® Internet Explorer	81
Microsoft Corporation	81
Microsoft® Word 2000	81
Microsoft Corporation	81
MovieShaker™	81
Sony Electronics Inc.	81
Netscape Communicator®	81
Netscape Communications	81
OpenMG™ Jukebox	81
Sony Electronics Inc.	81
PictureGear™	82
Sony Electronics Inc.	82
Quicken® 2000 Basic	82
Intuit, Inc.	82
Smart Capture	82
Sony Electronics Inc.	82
VAIO Action Setup	82
Sony Electronics Inc.	82
VAIO Support Agent	82
Sony Electronics Inc.	82
VisualFlow™	82
Sony Electronics, Inc.	82
OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions	83
Registering OpenMG Jukebox	83
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services	83
Starting OpenMG Jukebox	84
OpenMG Jukebox Basic Controls	84
Recording a CD	86
1 Insert an audio CD into the optional CD/DVD-ROM drive.	86
2 Click Recorder. The OpenMG CD Recorder displays.	86
Transferring Songs to the MG Memory Stick®	87
Transferring Songs (Check-out)	87
1 Click the Portable Player icon on the OpenMG Jukebox main window. ThePortable Player window ap...	87
Returning songs (Check-in)	88
1 Start the OpenMG Jukebox software.	88
2 Select the song you want to return in the Portable Player window, then click . To select more t...	88
3 During check-in, the STOP button flashes. When check-in is finished, the song titles disappear ...	88
To exit OpenMG Jukebox	88
Software Information	90
MovieShaker™	90
Main window	90
Importing Images and Sound Clips	90
1 Click .	90
2 Find the file you want to add.	90
3 Select the file.	90
4 Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray.	90
Create a Movie Using Shaker	91
1 Click the Shaker tab.	91
2 Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray.	91
Shaker Tray	91
3 Click . A thirty second scene is automatically generated and saved to the Product tray.	91
4 To preview, switch the Work Panel to Product tray mode and press play.	91
Editing Clips and Scenes	92
Working Panel	92
1 Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel.	92
2 Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.	92
3 Drag and drop the Effect you want to add from the Effects tray to the Effects palette on the Wo...	92
4 See Help for instructions on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips/scenes.	92
Saving a Movie	92
1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on s...	92
2 Click Export.	92
3 Select the format in which you want the document to be saved.	92
4 Click Next.	93
5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved.	93
6 Name the file.	93
7 Click Save.	93
PictureGear™	93
Managing Your Pictures	93
1 Click the Folder tab and browse to locate your pictures.	93
2 Select the pictures you want to have in a collection.	93
3 From Collection menu, select Create New Collection.	93
4 Enter a name for the collection and then click OK.	93
Creating a Photo Album	94
1 Select the pictures you want to use to make an album.	94
2 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker.	94
3 Choose the type of Album you want and click OK.	94
4 Now add more pictures, frames, text, and effects.	94
5 When you are finished, select Create Album in File menu or click the Create Album icon on the t...	94
6 Designate the folder where you want to save the Album.	94
7 Enter the Target Album name, select Thumbnails and click OK.	94
8 The new album can be viewed using most internet browsers.	94
Using Panorama Maker	94
1 Gather the source images into the same folder or collection.	94
2 Select the images you want to use.	94
3 From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker.	94
4 Select the correct lens and click OK. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt does not appear; to...	94
5 Click the panoramic icon, near the bottom of the window.	94
6 Click Full Stitch.	94
Making Still Images and Panoramic from MPEG	94
1 Select the MPEG file.	94
2 From the Movie/Sound menu, select Scene break down.	94
3 Then select Movie Stitch, to create a panoramic picture.	94
For Answers to Your Software Questions	95
Acrobat® Reader (Adobe Systems Incorporated)	95
McAfee® VirusScan® (Network Associates, Inc.)	95
Netscape Communicator® (Netscape Communications Corp.)	95
PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro (ArcSoft, Inc.)	95
Quicken® 2000 (Intuit Inc.)	96
Windows® Millennium Edition Operating System, Internet Explorer, Word 2000 (Microsoft Corporation)	96
Sony Service Center	96
Using the System and Application Recovery CDs	98
About Your Recovery CDs	98
Application Recovery CD(s)	98
Sony Electronics	98
System Recovery CD(s)	98
Sony Electronics	98
Using the System Recovery CD(s)	98
Full Restore without Format	99
Full Restore with Format	99
To use the System Recovery CD(s)	99
1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive.	99
2 Shut down your computer as described in “Shutting Down Your Computer” on page32.	99
3 Wait four seconds and then turn on your computer.	99
4 Click OK to signify you have read and accept the Microsoft End-User License Agreement.	100
5 When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recove...	100
If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD	100
1 Press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to turn off the computer.	100
2 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. TheBIOS setup menu scree...	100
3 Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.	100
4 Press the arrow keys to select Get Default Values and then press the Enter key. The message “Lo...	100
5 Check that Yes is selected, then press the Enter key.	100
6 Press the arrow keys to select Exit (Save Changes) and then press the Enter key. The message “S...	100
7 Check that Yes is selected, then press the Enter key. The computer restarts from the Recovery CD.	100
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)	100
To use the Application Recovery CD(s)	101
1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications.	101
2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the first Sony Application Recovery CD in the CD-ROM d...	101
3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the r...	101
Recovering Microsoft® Word 2000	101
Troubleshooting	102
This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. M...	102
Troubleshooting your notebook	102
My notebook does not start	102
My notebook starts, but my system doesn’t start properly	103
1 Press F2. The BIOS Setup menu appears.	103
2 Set the date (month/day/year). Press Enter.	103
3 Press to select System Time, then set the time (hour: minute: second). Press Enter.	103
4 Press to select Exit, then press to select Get Default Values. Themessage “Load default config...	103
5 Select Yes and press Enter.	103
6 Select Exit (Save Changes), and then press Enter. The message “Save Configuration changes and e...	103
7 Select Yes, and then press Enter. The notebook restarts.	103
My notebook starts, but the message “Operating system not found” appears and Windows does not start	103
1 Turn off the notebook, and then remove the diskette.	103
2 Restart the notebook and confirm that Windows starts properly.	103
1 Remove any diskette from the floppy disk drive.	103
2 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the notebook.	103
3 Turn off the notebook and then turn it on.	103
4 Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears.	103
5 Press the directional arrow keys to select the Exit menu.	103

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