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  • Sony PCV-LX810 | VAIO Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 1
    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910
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    owners. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located on the back of your Sony VAIO computer. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910 Serial Number 3
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Safety Information and Caution CD-RW/DVD Combo drive Laser Diode Properties (PCV-LX810/PCV electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. Caution - The use of
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    Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près. Avertissement - L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec ce produit questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-LX810/ PCV-LX910 Responsible Party: Sony pursuant to Part 15 of the instructions, may manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Only peripherals (computer
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    Tablet (TA-15A) (PCV-LX910 only) Trade Name: SONY Model No.: Tablet, model TA-15A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this modem, for repair or warranty information, please contact 1-888-4SONY-PC, or write to the Sony Customer
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service according to the manufacturer's instructions. The battery pack used
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    with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Avant d'installer ce matériel, l'utilisateur doit s'assurer 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 repr
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    Contents Welcome 13 Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer ....13 Front Panel Overview 14 Back Panel Overview 17 Sony Pen Tablet Overview (PCV-LX910 19 Using the VAIO Pen (PCV-LX910 22 Using Memory Stick® Media 33 Using PC Cards 35 VAIO® Action Setup 39 Programmable Power Keys 39
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 57 Smart Capture 64 VisualFlow 75 DVgate 76 System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s 79 Using the System Recovery CD(s 79 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 80 Using the Driver Recovery CD 81 Using the VAIO Support Agent 83
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    Sony VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. This user guide your computer. Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by Slimtop™ Computer allows for access to the CD-RW/DVD Combo drive. It also contains Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to connect USB devices, digital equipment, or other components. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony
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    and Ports Front Panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) OP/CLOS Welcome MMOR STC D DSC 1 CD-RW/DVD Combo drive eject button Ejects a disc from the CD-RW/DVD combo drive. 2 CD-RW/DVD Combo drive Reads data from a DVD or CD and writes data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc. 3 Memory Stick® access indicator
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Front Panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) (cont.) OP/CLOS PC CARD MMOR STC MMOR STC D DSC S iL S00 8 PC Card slot A PC card (also called a PCMCIA card) can be installed in this slot. PC cards enable you to add functionality to your system. 9 MEMORY STICK® media
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    contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the ports on your computer. Locating Ports Back Panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) MOTOR LINE TWOR/S POS L iL S00 MC PHONE LCD USB 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide on the modem card (See #13). 6 Headphones jack Connection for optional headphones or computer speakers. 7 Line Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder. 10 LCD display (monitor) port Connection for the supplied LCD display (PCV-LX810) or Sony Pen Tablet (PCV
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    Pen Tablet Overview (PCV-LX910) Your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer (PCV-LX910) is supplied with a Sony Pen Tablet display (TA-15A), a VAIO Pen, and accessories. The Sony Pen Tablet is a graphic interface that provides a pressure-sensitive work area. The VAIO Pen is a cordless input device that controls
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide LCD Display/Sony Pen Tablet Display Your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer is supplied with an LCD display (PCV-LX810) or a Pen Tablet display (PCV-LX910). This section describes the functions and connections capabilities of both display models. LCD display/Sony Pen Tablet
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    the LCD display/Sony Pen Tablet display Follow these steps to adjust your LCD display (PCV-LX810), or your Pen Tablet display (PCV-LX910): 1 Holding view the display comfortably. Adjusting the viewing angle for the LCD display (PCV-LX810) ❑ For the Pen Tablet Display, set the display height so that
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The Sony Pen Tablet (PCV-LX910) operates with radio-frequency energy. This may cause interference with radio and television reception, if the display is not installed and used correctly. If
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    of the text, and then drag the pen across the tablet until all of the desired text is highlighted. To replace the Pen tip Your VAIO Pen is supplied with pen tip replacements. The pen tip wears with normal use and must be replaced when the tip becomes too short or
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 1 Clasp the worn pen tip with the pen tip removing tool and pull it straight out of the VAIO Pen barrel. 2 Slide the flat end of a new pen tip straight into the barrel, pushing the tip firmly until it stops. Replacing the pen tip (PCV-LX910) Step One Step Two
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    pen function you wish to change. Select the desired function for the pen tip, eraser, or the upper/lower switch positions. Sony Tablet Properties main window (PCV-LX910) Function Left-Click Left Double-Click Right-Click Middle-Click Left-Click Lock Pressure Hold Pop-up Menu Erase Keystroke Modifier
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ The Left-Click function is assigned by default to the pen tip. Before you change the pen tip setting to perform a different function, assign the Left-Click function to another switch. Sony suggests assigning the Left-Click function to the pen tip when using
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    Calibration Tab (PCV-LX910) Welcome 3 Click Apply. The onscreen cursor location is adjusted to correspond to the pen tip. To adjust the pen tip pressure and feel 1 From the Sony Tablet Properties screen, click on the Tip Feel tab. 2 Test the pen tip feel by drawing lines in the "Draw here" Test
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Tip Feel Tab (PCV-LX910) 4 Adjust the pen tip pressure feel by sliding the measurement to a desired level. The pressure settings range from Soft, which requires light pressure, to
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    Sony Tablet software to automatically adjust the double-click speed and distance, place a check mark in the box located next to Double-Click Assist. Double-click Tab (PCV " area. 4 You can manually change "Set Double-Click Distance" to review your double-click speed and distance settings. 29
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide "Revert tab." To adjust the eraser pressure and feel 1 From the Sony Table Properties screen, click on the Eraser Feel tab. 2 To check erasing more forcefully than the current setting. Eraser Feel Tab (PCV-LX910) 4 Adjust the eraser pressure feel by sliding the
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    onscreen pop-up menus. (The Pop-up Menu function can be assigned to the VAIO Pen.) If you press a pen switch position that is assigned to the Popup For more information on configuring Pop-up menus, see the Sony Tablet online help. Pop-up Menu Tab (PCV-LX910) ✍ You can reset the Pop-up menu function
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Customizing the pen settings for specific software applications You software application's features. To add an application to the custom settings list 1 From the Sony Tablet Properties window, click on the "Add Application to List..." button. The "Add Application
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    and sharing digital data with compatible products. You can use VAIO Action Setup to preset your computer to automatically launch an application when you insert a MemoryStick media. Inserting the MemoryStick Media (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) Insert Memory Stick media facing this direction ✍ When you use
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Locking the MemoryStick Media To unlock LOCK To lock LOCK LOCK To change the way the computer responds when a MemoryStick media is inserted You can change the way your system responds by changing the options on the MemoryStick tab in the PPK
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    a card bus PC card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC cards. ✍ You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC card. To insert a PC card 1 Slide front panel cover in the direction of arrow as shown in picture, to open the front panel. Opening the front panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 2 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot until it clicks into position. Inserting a PC card (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) Insert with card facing this direction ✍ When the PC card is inserted correctly, the eject button pops out. If the card does not insert easily,
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    eject button on the front panel of the system unit. You may need to extend the eject button out from the computer before you can eject the card. Ejecting a PC card (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) 5 When the PC card ejects from the PC card slot, remove it by holding the edges and pulling it out carefully. 37
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 38
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    Action Setup Help: 1 Click Start, point to Programs, and then point to VAIO Action Setup. 2 Click VAIO Action Setup Help. Programmable Power Keys Your Sony computer is equipped with technology that allows you to access your favorite applications quickly. Each Programmable Power Key (PPK) on your
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide To change the settings of the PPKs 1 From the Start menu, point to Programs, point to VAIO Action Setup, and then click VAIO Action Setup. ✍ You can also double-click in the Windows taskbar to open VAIO Action Setup. 2 Click the PPK you want to change. 3 From
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    preset your i.LINK-equipped devices to perform desired functions, such as automatically starting DVgate™ software or connecting two VAIO® computers. ✍ 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
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 12 Click Next to confirm the application name. The device is connected and turned on, the assigned application will launch automatically. Changing the Window Design of Sony Software To change the window design 1 From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then
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    not you have e-mail. This feature is supported by the preconfigured e-mail applications listed in the VAIO Action Setup utility. ✍ The e-mail software System, and manually disconnect the phone line if you notice a malfunction. When using the timer to start the software, set the computer to shut down
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide allows the computer to disconnect the phone line if the computer does not disconnect the line normally. If you are using the timer to download e-mail automatically ❑ Set up your e-mail software to redial automatically if
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    Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer Hard Disk Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of the DVgate™ software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The DVgate™ software saves files to the
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility Your VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK port on the front of the system and a 6-pin i.LINK port on the back of the system. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection.
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    Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer To connect an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device ❑ Use the symbol to locate the i.LINK port. Plug the i.LINK cable into this port. Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) i.LINK cable (optional) ✍ The i.LINK communication standard that is
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Enabling Ethernet Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet interface. Your computer may ship with the Ethernet function disabled. You can enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. To enable the Ethernet connection 1 Right-click My
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    AV Applications VAIO® AV Applications Your VAIO computer comes with a collection of audio and video (AV) applications that make it easy to use advanced multimedia formats. This section describes these VAIO AV applications. DVgate™ Sony Electronics, Inc. DVgate software makes it easy to edit digital
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Smart Capture Sony Electronics, Inc. Smart Capture software is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder, or other cameras that support the i.
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    VAIO® AV music files, and then saved in a format compatible with most computers. Main Window Clip tray Working Panel Editing trays Help Product tray 2 Find the file you want to add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray. ✍ Importing lengthy image or sound
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 1 Click the Shaker tab. 2 Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray. Shaker tray 3 Click . A 30-second scene is automatically generated and saved to
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    VAIO® AV Applications Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color on the Working panel window. Your clip plays the new effect on the Effect tray monitor. 4 See Help for instructions on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips and scenes. 53
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Saving a Movie 1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies. 2 Click Export. 3
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    VAIO® AV Applications PictureGear™ 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
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using Panorama Maker Panorama Maker stitches a group of still images into the same folder or collection. 2 Select the images you want to use. ✍ Sony recommends creating your panoramic picture with 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. 3 From the Utilities menu
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    into ATRAC3 format or changed into OpenMG MP3 format). Your VAIO computer ships with OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 installed. Portable players that are computer, go to the Sony Walkman® Product Support Web site at: http://www.sony.com/walkmanproductsupport. Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ To protect your personal data, Sony uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), an encryption protocol for communication between your browser and Sony's World Wide Web (WWW) server. If you are accessing the Internet from an enterprise Local Area Network (LAN), you may
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    OpenMG Jukebox main window 1 2 VAIO® AV Applications 3 http://www.cddb current feature tab. 4 File tree view Displays the folders available on your computer. 6 7 5 Internet address drop-down list Displays Internet addresses, if 7 Tutorial tab Opens and closes the Tutorial feature. 59
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Recording a CD You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in OpenMG Jukebox. ✍ When you record from an audio CD on
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    VAIO® devices or media, see the documentation that came with the product. These instructions are for using the Check-in/Check-out 1 step mode. For information media into your computer. 2 Click on the Check-in/Out tab to display the Check-in/Out tab window. Your computer automatically recognizes the
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 3 Select the playlist that has the song that you want to be checked in to the hard drive of the same computer from which the songs were checked out. 1 Connect the external device or insert the media into your computer 2 Click on the Check-in/Out tab to display
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    VAIO® AV Applications For more information about using OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 software, go to the online OpenMG Jukebox Help. You can access the online help file using either of the following instructions are described in the Tutorial. The user-friendly interface guides you directly to the OpenMG Jukebox
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Smart Capture Smart Capture is a Sony-designed application that manages the i.LINK connection between your computer and a compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends over
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    VAIO® AV Applications your computer with an i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture main window. ✍ The Smart Capture main window opens with an image can be displayed in the Smart Capture window. Consult the manual that came with your digital camera or camcorder for more information. 3
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 4 Click on the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. The Still Image Options window appears. Still Image Options window
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    Effect Setting window VAIO® AV Applications ✍ You can use a different special effect for each picture, or you can remove all special effects by clicking on the No Effects button. 67
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Capturing a picture in Still mode 1 Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want to share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your still images online when you register for this free service. See "Using ImageStationSM." 68
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    VAIO® AV Applications ❑ Mail - E-mail your still images to your family and on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture main window. 3 Verify that the Mode
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 4 Click on the Options button to view the available options for your movie capture. The Recording Options window appears. Recording Options window The Recording Options
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    VAIO® AV Applications Capturing a movie in Net Movie mode 1 Use your digital camcorder setting, you must press and hold the Capture button to continue recording. Movie Player window 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using the play, pause and stop buttons. Click on the
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Managing your movie in Net Movie mode From the Movie Player share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your movies online when you register for this free service. See "Using ImageStationSM." ❑ Mail - E-mail your movies to family and friends. Click on
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    VAIO® AV Applications Compression Settings when Uploading window 2 Select the compression rate and press the Start Compression button. The ImageStation Login window appears. See steps 2 - 4 in the next section, "Uploading with Still Viewer," for further uploading information. ✍ Sony recommends that
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ImageStation Login window 2 For first time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The Image
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    VAIO® AV Applications VisualFlow™ VisualFlow software is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow software plays a
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide DVgate™ Connecting a digital video camera recorder Before connecting a digital video camera recorder to your computer, turn off the power to the camera. After connecting the camera, turn the power back on. You do not need to turn off the computer support hard
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    support open applications, or defragment your hard drive. DVgate plug-in for Adobe Premiere® software Your VAIO® Computer Sony, select Dvgate, select Premiere Plug-in, and then select 5.1. 4 Select Setup.exe and click OK. The installation wizard dialog box appears. Follow the on-screen instructions
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Run. 2 Click Browse to navigate to your C: drive. 3 Select Program Files, select Sony, select Dvgate, select Premiere Plug-in, and then select 6.0. 4 Select Setup.exe and click OK. The installation wizard dialog
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    and Driver Recovery CD(s) System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics, Inc. The System Recovery CD program enables you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide To use the System Recovery CD(s) ✍ You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System Recovery CD(s). 1 Insert the Sony software title may correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer or software application. You may
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    Sony Customer Support. To use the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent, an application repair utility, uses a vault feature on the Driver
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide To reinstall drivers with the Driver Recovery CD 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD in the CD-RW/DVD Combo drive. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer
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    Using the VAIO Support Agent Using the VAIO Support Agent VAIO Support Agent helps you repair your own software problems without the assistance of a support analyst. VAIO Support Agent's advanced diagnostic technology identifies and tracks characteristics of your software applications and basic
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using the Quick Fix Wizard The Quick Fix Wizard records and maintains a history of the VAIO Support Agent protected applications by taking a "snapshot" of the application at regular, timed intervals and storing it for future use. If you develop a problem with
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    Using the VAIO Support Agent Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics dialog box 5 Click Next to continue. Follow the instructions on the screen. 85
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using Common Solutions Common Solutions offers automated, One-Click Fixes to repair common software problems. These solutions can integrate information such as knowledge base articles and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). You can run One-Click Fixes directly
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    shown in bold type. ✍ You cannot undo One-Click Fixes. About Automatic Updates The VAIO Support Agent utility is dormant as a background process. Every 24 hours, the Agent self-activates to contact the Sony Support Server to check for new updates or fixes needed for your system. This updating action
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Agent Status Update You can choose from four response options: ❑ Give the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any updates or fixes that are available specifically for your computer. The Agent continues to prompt you for your permission
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    . 2 Select one of three options to customize the automatic update feature. 3 Click OK. VAIO Support Agent Properties Event Notification At times, Sony initiates an event by sending support information for your specific computer model directly to you over the Internet. If you are connected to the
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using Support Central The Support Central feature uses Internet resources to help you fix your software. Support Central searches the Internet for answers to your questions, additional information from knowledge base systems, and the latest software updates for
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    the VAIO Support Agent ✍ Support Central retains your registration information, so you are only required to register once. If you log on to your computer with a different user name or have recovered your system using the System Recovery CDs, Support Central may require you to register again. Support
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Support Central: Current Issues page When you log on to Support Central, the Current Issues page displays, enabling you to continue working on your open issues or to close them if you are finished. Support Central has a tracking feature that stores your current
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    Support Central: Support Wizard page Using the VAIO Support Agent If you log on to Support Central with a new issue, or if you do not have any open issues, the Support Wizard appears. You can begin searching on the new issues. ✍ You must have Internet access to use Support Central. 93
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Software Applications protected by VAIO Support Agent In addition to the software listed below, your system's drivers, basic network settings and modem settings are protected by the VAIO Support Agent utility. Utilities ❑ VAIO Action Setup Applications ❑ Adobe®
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    Troubleshooting 2 This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Topic: My computer or software program stops drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1 From the Start menu, select Help. Microsoft Help and Support appears. 2 Click on Troubleshooting
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    Troubleshooting 3 When you find the appropriate information, close the Help and Support. Topic: My CD-RW/DVD Combo drive tray does not open. ❑ Use the eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on the drive. ❑ Use the My Computer icon 1 Click the My Computer icon on
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ The VAIO Slimtop™ Computer has a maximum record rate of 8x Topic: The cursor on my Sony Pen Tablet display does not move or moves in an unpredictable manner when I use the VAIO pen. (PCV-LX910) You may need to configure your VAIO pen's switch function. Topic
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    Troubleshooting Topic: I cannot draw or erase on the Sony Pen Tablet display with my VAIO pen. (PCV-LX910) This may occur when you move to different applications or windows where the Sony Tablet Set Up program is not loaded. The application or window will return to its normal state when the pen tip
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ If you connected headphones to the computer, you will not hear sound from the speakers. ✍ You may need to reinstall the sound drivers. See "Using the Driver Recovery CD" in this manual. Topic: My modem connection is slow. The computer's modem uses Lucent
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    properly, an error message will appear. ✍ You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See "Using the Driver Recovery CD" in this manual. Topic: How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? 1 Click My Computer on your desktop. 2 Click Control Panel and then click Modems. 3 Click Dialing
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 3 In the Options menu, select Properties. The Properties screen Close all applications and turn off your computer. Restart your computer. ✍ You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See "Using the Driver Recovery CD" in this manual. Topic: My mouse needs to be
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    open and running. Close any applications that you are not currently using. ❑ Increasing the system memory may also help. The computer has two memory slots. For memory on installing memory, please see the online manual, "Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910)"
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 3 Turn on your device. Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode. When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection: 1 Right-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, and then
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    and no drivers are included with the printer, choose a driver for a printer that the printer emulates (acts like). Refer to the manual that came drivers for Windows Me™ before proceeding. Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers for Windows Me. To Reach Sony For Sony PC Support
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    long time. ❑ Before touching anything inside the computer, turn the system off and let it cool for ten minutes. This will ensure that the processor heat sink will not be hot. ❑ Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply. To avoid personal injury
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    Troubleshooting refer the repair unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888 stand to your system to prevent overheating. Do not place your computer on loose surfaces (such as rugs or blankets) or near
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ Clean your computer's cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as it may damage the finish of your Sony
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    hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. On Upgrading the System ❑ The procedures described in the online manual, "Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer (PCV-LX810/PCVLX910)" assume familiarity with
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer Your Sony Pen Tablet consists of high-precision electronic parts. Do not drop or bump it against other objects. ❑ The Sony
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    Troubleshooting On Handling DVD/CD Media ❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc. dry, soft cloth. For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide America Online® (America Online, Inc.) Web site phone hours http://www.aol.com/ 800-827-3338 7 days a week, 8 AM - 2 AM ET CompuServe® 2000 (CompuServe Interactive Services help.earthlink.net/techsupport/ 800-890-5128 [email protected] 7 days a week, 24
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    .com/ 206-674-2681 206-674-3586 http://service.real.com (online form) M - F, 8 AM - 5 PM PT Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.) Web site phone hours http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Sound Forge® XP (Sonic Foundry, Inc.) Web site phone fax e-mail hours http://www.sonicfoundry.com/support 608-256-5555 608-256-7300 support hours http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-
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    's specifications, features and provides solutions to common problems. The user guide is available electronically on your hard drive. Two additional guides, "Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910)" and the "Troubleshooting" Help are also available online. To
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Sony Fax-on-Demand Software Updates VAIO System Reference Manual This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics that you want to receive.
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    Specifications PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910 Model Processor PCV-LX810 1B GHz* Intel® Pentium® III PCV-LX910 1.13 GHz† Card bus support) USB port Memory Stick® media slot i.LINK® (4-pin) port Connection USB ports (3) Capabilities (Rear) Modem line jack (RJ-11) Phone line jack (RJ-11) CRT display Sony
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Model Connection Capabilities (Display) PCV-LX810 PS/2® mouse port PS/2® keyboard port USB port PCV-LX910 Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty LCD Display Wheel Mouse VAIO Convertible Keyboard and palmrest Power cord Modem cable Sony Pen Tablet
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    Specifications PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910 ** The CD-RW/CD-R/CD-ROM data transfer standard 1X rate is 150 at 56 kbytes/s using K56flex technology or V.90. Your phone service, online service, or Internet Service Provider may not support this technology or operate at this speed. ‡‡ Certain restrictions apply
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    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 120
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    108 CD tray opening problems with 97 CD-RW drive 15 CD-RW drive, troubleshooting 97 cleaning computer 107 mouse 102 computer adjusting voltage settings starting problems with 95 turning off your computer 106 upgrading 109 connectors power cords 106 precautions 108 customer assistance support
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    applications problems with 97 LCD adjusting 21 port 18 line jack 18 lithium battery disposal 8 safety precautions 8 locations, choosing 13 losing power 106 lower switch position, on VAIO Pen 23 M Media Bar 49 Memory Stick media slot 16 using 33 microphone jack 18 microphones troubleshooting 101
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    MovieShaker 49 O online help 115 support options 115 opening applications problems with 97 CD tray problems with 97 OpenMG Jukebox 49 P palmrest 13 PC (PCMCIA) card, using 35 PC card slot 16 pen tip on VAIO pen 23 removing tool 19 replacements 19 phones service precautions 108 PictureGear 49 port AC
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    Change to Current Document Title problems with 95 Sony Online Support options 115 speakers precaution 107 starting your computer problems with 95 surge protectors 106 system troubleshooting 95 System Recovery CD 79 T taskbar problems viewing 103 technical support support options 115 telephone cable
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