Sony PCV-MXS10 VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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- Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 1
VAIO® MX Computer User Guide PCV-MXS10 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 2
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the Sony Software Window Design 21 VAIO AV Applications 23 Overview of Preinstalled Software 23 DigitalPrint Software 25 DVgate Software 33 MovieShaker Software 36 PictureGear Software 43 Smart Capture Software 46 VisualFlow Software 55 Configuring Your VAIO Computer 57 Hard Disk Drive - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 4
VAIO MX Computer User Guide System, Application, and Driver Recovery CD(s 59 To Use the System Recovery CD(s 59 To Use the Application Recovery CD(s 61 To Use the Driver Recovery CD 62 Troubleshooting 63 Topics 63 Notes on Use 75 For Answers to Your Software Questions 81 Resources 84 Index - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 5
Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® MX computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. 5 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 6
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Connectors Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO® MX computer enables access to the optical drive, MiniDisc drive, Memory Stick®, and PC Card slots. The front system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 8
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Front panel MUTING DISPLAY FUNCTION VOL PC CARD PHONE MIC i.LINK S400 MEMORY STICK USB 1 DVD-RW drive Reads data from DVD or CD media. Writes data to a DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, or CD-RW media. 2 MiniDisc drive Plays and records music to and from a MiniDisc media. - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 9
device. 13 DVD-RW eject button Ejects a disc from the DVD-RW drive. 14 MiniDisc media eject button Ejects a MiniDisc media from the MiniDisc drive. 15 Previous/Rewind button Skips to the previous track on the current playback of a DVD, CD or MiniDisc media. 16 Next/Fast Forward button - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 10
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. The back panel also provides access to Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder jacks and ports. The icons on the back panel locate - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 11
for the supplied power cord. 15 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV antenna (supplied). 16 Line IN jacks (R/L) Connection for an audio device. 17 Line OUT jacks (R/L) Connection for an audio device. 18 Stereo speaker terminals (R/L) Connection for the supplied stereo speakers to the computer. 19 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 12
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Remote Control Overview The functions of the VAIO® MX Computer can be controlled using the remote control (supplied). The remote control can control the functions for the computer, FM Tuner, MiniDisc player, Memory Stick® media slot, Giga Pocket functions, and DVD/CD-ROM - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 13
onscreen TV image. FM button Press to control the FM tuner on the computer. M button Press to control the CD button (M drive) on the computer. Press to control the CD-ROM drive on the computer. MD button Press to control the MiniDisc drive on the computer. MS button Press to control the Memory - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 14
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 6 Stop button (Cont.) Press to stop playback. Volume buttons to display information. TV input button Press to select the input source including a television tuner or external input. MX Display button Press to view the LCD display on the computer. Monitor button Press - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 15
Additional System Capabilities Additional System Capabilities To Use Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO® MX computer is designed to support the Sony MagicGate™ Memory Stick® media. A Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 16
the slot. 2 Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot carefully. ✍ Sony Memory Stick media do not support AVI file playback. First copy the AVI file to your hard disk drive and then playback the file. Protecting data on Memory Stick media from accidental changes Memory Stick media contain a write - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 17
System Capabilities To Use PC Card Slot Your computer has a card bus PC card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC (PCMCIA) cards. You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC card. For more information, see the instructions supplied with your PC card. Inserting a PC card - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 18
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 4 When the message "Safe to Remove Hardware" appears, push the PC card 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. 5 When the PC card ejects from the PC card slot, remove - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 19
S Keys 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. ✍ You can also double-click the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to launch VAIO Action Setup. 3 Click the S Key you want to change. 4 From the Select - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 20
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Setting the Internal Timer The VAIO Action Setup utility enables you to set your computer's internal of the VAIO Action Setup window. 4 From the Time Setting tab, click the (Time Schedule Setting icon) button. 5 Follow the Select Application wizard instructions. 6 Click - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 21
Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software and create your own personal computing environment. Changing the window design 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select the Control Panel. 2 Click Other Control Panel Options. 3 Click UI Design Selector - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 22
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computer's visual presentation of the VAIO AV applications may not appear exactly as shown in this section, depending on the specific computer model you purchased. Overview of Preinstalled Software DigitalPrint Sony to make custom CD labels for your audio CDs. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Connect - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 24
and save them to your hard disk drive or share via e-mail. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 25
import your digital pictures from your digital camera or camcorder, to your computer. You can select your favorite pictures and place them in handy folders the PhotoCapture window. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is indicated in the window. ✍ Properly connect your digital camera - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 26
VAIO MX Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to open the Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box. You can enter a name for a new folder or click Select Photo Folder, to import your pictures to an existing folder. Click OK. Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 26 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 27
DigitalPrint Software 3 Click the Capture button to capture still images. You can preview a thumbnail version of your pictures in the selection view window. Capture Pictures from Video window 4 Select the desired pictures and click the Get Pictures button. The PhotoCapture picture editor window - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 28
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to open the PhotoCollection window. A list of available Folders is displayed on the left side of the window, with the - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 29
and Paper selection window DigitalPrint Software 6 Click Print All to begin printing all pages, or click "Print the selected page only" to print a specific page of photos. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your favorite photos with clip art, stamps, or your own drawing talent. Add, remove, and - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 30
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. From the thumbnail view, click to select the pictures you want to decorate. The PhotoDecor editing window appears. 3 Use the decoration - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 31
, click Stitch Album. See the online Help file for more details. Using LabelMaker Use LabelMaker to design original labels to personalize your media, such as Memory Stick® media, CDs, or video cassettes. 1 Click (Label) to open the Label - New Label window. Label - New Label window 31 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 32
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 2 Click to select a media type. The Select Paper window appears. 3 Select the media's paper layout. The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template. Add your - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 33
capture for each audio mode you wish to use. ❑ DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. Do not use disk compression if you are planning to work with DVgate software. ❑ Title data is saved in the flash memory of a digital video camera and is not transferred to tape by DVgate software - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 34
VAIO MX Computer User Guide software features do not support working with AVI files that are smaller than 4 MB. ❑ DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. ❑ Video defragmenting your hard drive. Installing the DVgate plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 35
DVgate Software 4 Double-click Premiere Plug-in, and then double-click to open the 6.0 folder. 5 Double-click Setup.exe and the Run window appears. Click OK. 6 From the installation wizard, follow the on-screen instructions to install the plug-in. 35 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 36
VAIO MX Computer User Guide MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create fun and and music files. Save your personal video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers. MovieShaker main window Import clip tray Shake tab/tray Edit tab/tray Capture tab/tray - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 37
MovieShaker Software To import images and sound clips 1 Click . The Import file browser window appears. 2 Find the clip(s) you want to add. 3 Click to select the clip(s). The file(s) are added to the Import clip tray. ✍ You can delete a clip from the Import clip tray by dragging the clip's - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 38
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 4 Add text to your new movie by clicking on the Input button. 5 To preview, rewind, or fast forward your movie, use the Playback buttons. ✍ Scenes - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 39
MovieShaker Software To add text effects to a scene or clip 1 Double-click or drag the clip or scene to move it to the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Text button on the Editing tray. Effects Tray (Text button selected) 3 Click the Text Setting button to create customized text. The Text Setting dialog - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 40
VAIO MX Computer User Guide To save a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips you want to save are located on the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Export button on - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 41
Locate the clips or video files that you want to upload to the ImageStation service, and import them to the Import Clip tray. 2 Drag and drop the registration wizard appears and guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the on-screen instructions. ImageStation Login window 41 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 42
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 6 When the ImageStation application on your computer connects with ImageStation online, your ://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the on-screen instructions to access your ImageStation account. ✍ The ImageStation Web site may ask you to - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 43
PictureGear™ software is a digital image management application that allows you to view all the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your pictures. Use PictureGear software to brighten, add contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 44
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Creating a photo album 1 Click the Folder tab in the main window and browse to locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to include in - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 45
PictureGear Software 6 Click the "Customize the design" button to add pictures, frames, text, and effects. Custom Album dialog box ✍ If you select the Custom Album process, the final album is created when you click the Finish button in the last dialog box. Custom album "Completed" dialog box 7 Click - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 46
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Smart Capture Software Smart Capture is a Sony application that manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical disc drive or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 47
can be displayed in the Smart Capture window. Consult the manual supplied with your digital camera or camcorder for more information. Using appears. 3 Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (optional). An image appears in the Smart Capture - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 48
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 5 Click the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. The Still Image Options window appears. Still Image Options window The - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 49
Viewer window. ❑ Upload - Send your still images online to the ImageStation Web site to share with your family and friends. The ImageStation service stores your still images online when you become a registered user. See "Using ImageStation with Smart Capture software." ❑ Mail - E-mail your still - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 50
VAIO MX Computer User Guide ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (optional). An image appears in the Smart Capture main window. 3 Verify - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 51
Smart Capture Software ❑ Destination - Select a file destination for your movies when recording video clips. ❑ Capture Button - Set the characteristics of the software's on-screen Capture button. You can start and stop recording by clicking the Capture button (this is the default characteristic). - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 52
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by movies online to the ImageStation Web site to share with your family and friends. The ImageStation service stores your movies online when you become a registered user. See "Using ImageStation with Smart Capture - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 53
ImageStation Login window appears. ImageStation Login window 2 For first-time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the on-screen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The Image - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 54
VAIO MX Computer User Guide view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the on-screen instructions to access your ImageStation account. The ImageStation Web site may login again, if your current online session is not active. ✍ Sony recommends that your movie file size not exceed 254 MB if compressed - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 55
keyboard, or the Sony Jog Dial™ control, depending on your computer's configuration. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select All Programs. 2 Select VisualFlow, then click VisualFlow. VisualFlow main window ✍ If your system is equipped to use a Memory Stick, the VAIO Action Setup utility - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 56
VAIO MX Computer User Guide 3 Click an icon in the View section on the main toolbar to select a display layout. 4 Click an icon in the Sort section on the main toolbar to select a sorting method. 5 Placing your cursor on the left end of the main toolbar activates the current Memory Stick properties. - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 57
Configuring Your VAIO Computer Hard Disk Drive Partition To maintain optimum system performance, you should defragment your computer's D partition regularly. To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 58
compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. A 6-pin i.LINK port can: ❑ supply power from the computer to the connected device if the device is equipped with a 6-pin connector - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 59
or are erased. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem.You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. ✍ Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall individual applications. When you use - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 60
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Full restore with format The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and then restores all the original software applications. You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have created since you started to use your computer. You must - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 61
application may correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer or specific application. You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive. ✍ If you need to reinstall all of the software that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). You must be in - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 62
VAIO MX Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 63
before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer. ❑ Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 64
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Topic: My computer computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. Pressing and holding the power You can decrease your computer's start up time by disabling the AOL wide area network (WAN) driver. Follow these steps: 1 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 65
VAIO Help and Support. The VAIO Help and Support dialog box appears. 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the dialog box. 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the onscreen instructions - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 66
or scratches. You may also need to clean the disc drive lens with an appropriate cleaner. ✍ To recover the optical drive software applications that are preinstalled on your computer, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)," for more information. Topic: I cannot play a MiniDisc. ❑ After inserting - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 67
may also cause the computer to stop responding while it tries to read the disc. If necessary, remove the disc and check that it is not dirty or damaged. ✍ To recover the optical drive software applications that are preinstalled on your computer, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)," for more - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 68
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Topic: When I click an application icon, a message such as "You must insert the application CD into your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that are located on the application's CD-ROM. Insert the disc and - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 69
. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD," for more information. Topic: My modem connection is slow. Many factors influence modem connection speed: ❑ Telephone line noise ❑ Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems. ❑ Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 70
section. If your modem is not working properly, click the troubleshoot button. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6 Follow the onscreen instructions to resolve the problem. ✍ You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD," for more information. 70 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 71
disconnect when my computer goes into Stand by mode? The preinstalled Lucent™ Win Modem does not support the Wake On Ring (WOR) feature of the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system. For optimal use, Sony recommends that you do not change the preset modem settings in the Power Management Properties - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 72
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Topic: My microphone does not work. Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Topic: My mouse does not work. ❑ Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. ❑ Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 73
may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Topic: How do I install a printer? ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 74
, choose an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode. Clear the printer memory by turning the printer - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 75
. ❑ 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 or damage - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 76
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Disposal of the lithium battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 77
least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. Upgrading the computer system The procedures described in the online manual, "Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® MX Computer," assumes you are familiar with the general - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 78
VAIO MX Computer User Guide and Maintaining Your VAIO® MX Computer," Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and other components. Follow the procedures described in the online manual, "Upgrading Sony - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 79
turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. Handling CD or DVD - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 80
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Handling MiniDisc media ❑ Attach the labels supplied with MiniDisc media, in the designated as they may cause damage to the disc. Use commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray. ❑ For normal cleaning of a CD or DVD media, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 81
Software Questions ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of VAIO® (Sonic Solutions) Web site Online Support phone e-mail hours http://www.dvdit.com http://support.dvdit.com 877-DVD-1124* [email protected] M - F, 9 AM - 6 PM PST * Telephone support is fee-based per incident. Online support - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 82
VAIO MX Computer User Guide Earthlink™ Network Total Access (Earthlink Network Inc.) Web site phone email hours http://help.earthlink.net/techsupport 800-395-8410 [email protected] 7 days a week, 24 hours a day PC-Cillin® 2000 (Trend Micro, Inc.) Web site phone hours http://www.antivirus. - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 83
/wp9.htm 716-871-2325* M - F, 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM CT * Support from 1-716-871-2325 is fee-based. The on-line support is free of charge. Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 84
, Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer and the Troubleshooting Help are also available online. To access online documentation: 1. Click Start and point to VAIO Help and Support Center. 2. Click on the VAIO User Guide. Most manuals for preinstalled software are located on your hard disk drive - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 85
media 80 handling media 79 media problems 66 CD-RW recording problems 68 Change the parallel port type 65 cleaning, computer 76 computer adjusting voltage settings 75 cleaning 76 condensation 77 configuring 57 disposing of battery 76 hard disk drive partition 57 HDD defragmenting 57 operating - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 86
VAIO MX Computer User Guide starting problems 63 support resources 84 system stopped responding 64 upgrading 77 connectors, power cords 75 CRT display, handling 78 CRT monitor port 11 D DigitalPrint software 25 LabelMaker 31 PhotoAlbum 30 PhotoCapture 25 PhotoCollection 28 PhotoDecor 29 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 87
11 Line OUT jacks (R/L) 11 losing power 75 M MagicGate Memory Stick media slot 9 Memory Stick 55 protecting data on media 16 using media 15 Memory Stick slot 9 Microphone background noise 71 operation problems 72 Microphone jack 9 MiniDisc cleaning media 80 drive 8 eject button 9 handling media 80 - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 88
drivers 63 Remote Control Overview 12 removing computer cover 75 S S keys 19 S/P DIF (IN/OUT) optical ports 11 Serial port 11 Shortcut keys 19 shutting down your computer 75 Software 68 stopped responding 64 Support listing 81 Sony online service 41 speaker precaution 76 Stereo speaker terminals - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 89
63 system response 73 system stopped responding 64 Troubleshooting 63 turning off your computer 75 TV interference 77 U Uninterruptible Power Supply 75 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port 9, 10 upgrading your computer 77 V VAIO Action Setup 19 ventilation 76 VHF/UHF port 11 Video/S-video In port - Sony PCV-MXS10 | VAIO User Guide (primary manual) - Page 90
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