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    Welcome 9 Using Your VAIO PictureBook Computer ... 11 Using the Keyboard 12 Functions of the keyboard keys 13 Combinations and functions with the Windows key .........14 Indicators 15 Indicator lights 16 Combinations and functions with the Fn key 16 Using the MOTION EYE Camera 19 To capture a
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using Power Saving Modes 37 Normal mode Disk Drive 46 To connect the floppy disk drive 46 To insert a floppy disk 46 To remove a floppy disk 47 To remove the floppy disk drive when the computer is on47 To carry the floppy disk drive 48 Notes on handling floppy disks
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    to a CD-RW or CD-R disc 57 Notes on using i.LINK optical disc drives 58 Connecting a USB Mouse 59 To connect a USB mouse 59 Connecting VAIO Computers 60 Connecting with i.LINK 60 To connect two VAIO computers 60 Connecting an i.LINK Device 62 Connecting an External Display 65 To connect
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    Displaying detailed battery information 86 Selecting the Display Mode 88 Changing the window design of Sony software 89 Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option 91 To Change the Language Option 91 To Change Numbers, Currency, Time, and Date Formats 92 Adding Memory 93 Precautions
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    video device 107 Hard disk drive partition 107 Software Support Information 109 Sony Service Center 111 Using the Recovery CDs 113 Application and System Recovery CDs 114 Using Your Recovery CDs 115 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 115 Using the System Recovery CD(s 117 Troubleshooting
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting the LCD Screen 126 My LCD screen is blank 126 The image on my connected external display is not centered or sized properly 126 I cannot simultaneously display movies, DVD video, or the Smart Capture (Finder) window on the LCD display and an external
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    distortion while listening to music with speakers or headphones 135 My microphone does not work 136 Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media 137 I cannot open image files 137 Memory Stick media does not work. I cannot access the removable drive 137 Getting Help 139 Support Options 139 Index 141 7
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 8
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    of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. This user guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from information about your computer. Click here to view your computer's hardware specifications and software information. 9
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 10
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    Using Your VAIO PictureBook Computer This section describes the following aspects of your new computer: ❑ Using the Keyboard ❑ Using the MOTION EYE Camera ❑ Using the Pointing Device ❑ Using the Jog Dial Control ❑ Using Memory Stick Media ❑ Using PC Cards ❑ Using Power Saving Modes ❑ Connecting a
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter's, but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Keyboard Escape key Function keys Print Screen key Correction keys Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Alt key
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    which also function as the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys). Correction keys The Insert, Backspace, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents. Function keys The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks. For example, in
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Key Description Operator keys (Shift, Ctrl, Alt keys) Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt, and Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt (Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands. For example, in many
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    + F + Ctrl + F + M Shift + +M + R Fn + + Insert Function Displays the Search window to find a file or or powered off. Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the computer. Hard disk Lights when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Indicator lights Light Memory Stick® Num Lock On Off Data is read from or written to The Memory Stick media is not the Memory Stick media. (Do being accessed. not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on.) The number keys area in the
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    management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key on your computer. Toggles the built-in speaker off and on. Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or . or . Adjusts the brightness of the LCD. To
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Combinations/ Feature Fn+ only/ (F8) Control AV Out Fn+ (F12) Hibernate Fn+B Bass Boost Functions Toggles between LCD-only and dual LCD/TV display modes. Only LCD LCD and external display Only external display Select one display
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    Using the MOTION EYE Camera Your computer includes a built-in MOTION EYE™ camera. You can use the camera to shoot still images and record video clips. To capture a still image 1 Press the CAPTURE button to start the Smart Capture Premium application. CAPTURE Button 2 Select Still Viewer/Long Movie
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Turning MOTION EYE 5 Adjust the focusing ring. Adjusting the Focusing Ring 6 Half-press the CAPTURE button on the computer. The image remains still for a few
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    Using the MOTION EYE Camera If you turn the lens toward you, Smart Capture Premium goes into mirror mode. You can use the mirror mode to take a still image of yourself. A mirror-image appears in the finder window of the display while shooting; after capturing, however, a normal image appears. ✍ You
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    VAIO® Computer 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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    camera is in use. Close all software that uses the built-in camera before you use Smart Capture Premium. ❑ You cannot transfer still images or video clips from the built-in camera while transferring to connected i.LINK® devices. ❑ Take an initial shot before taking a final shot to ensure sound and
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the Pointing Device The pointing device on the keyboard enables you to point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen. Using the
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    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 the pointing device cover and
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the Jog Dial Control Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial™ Control and Jog Dial Navigator software, which enables you to scroll through applications,
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    Using the Jog Dial Control Using the Indicate Window To scroll through applications, folders, and documents on your computer, you must first select a mode: Scroll or Application. The Indicate Window enables you to quickly select a mode: ❑ Scroll mode navigates through the menu items or functions of
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 3 LCD area 4 Close button 5 Jog icon Shows the current mode, and then the active application. Closes the Indicate APPS on the Indicate Window. 2 Click the Jog icon. The Jog Dial Navigator or the Jog Dial Guide windows appears, depending on the application you are using. 28
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    Jog Dial Guide Using the Jog Dial Control Jog Dial Navigator Selecting a menu item To Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar, and click Help. Using the Jog Dial Navigator with Sony software If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial™ Control is active, you can use the Jog Dial's functions that are
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide For more information about Jog Dial Navigator, right-click the Jog Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar, and click Help. 30
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    capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk. The media is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage. Types of Memory Stick media Two types of Memory Stick® media are available. The first
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide To insert a Memory Stick media 1 Insert with the arrow facing toward the Memory Stick® media slot and the label facing up. Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins. Hold the Memory ," click Sony Memory Stick. To remove a Memory Stick media
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    the media to finish reading or writing data. ❑ You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with compatible Memory Stick digital camcorders. ❑ The media slot can accommodate one media at the supplied storage case. See the instructions supplied with your media for more information on its use. 33
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards enable you to connect portable external devices, such as an optical disc drive, or to connect to a network using a PC Network Interface Card (NIC). ✍ The PC Card slot can accommodate a Type I or Type II PC Card.
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    Card is sticking out of the computer while the unit is being transported. To remove a PC Card If your computer is turned on, follow these instructions. If your computer is turned off skip to step number 5. 1 Close all applications that use the PC Card; otherwise, data may be lost. 2 Double-click
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Notes on PC Cards ❑ For problem. ❑ Some PC Cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See "Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen" for more information. ❑ Use the most recent software driver
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    management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which enables you to turn off specific devices, your computer on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. The power indicator is off in this mode. To activate Hibernate mode 1 Press the key combination Fn+F12,
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 2 Press the power button to return to normal mode. Notes on power saving modes ❑ When returning from Hibernate mode (by pressing the power button momentarily) the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the computer starts normally. ❑ Standby uses more power
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    You need to connect a telephone cable (not supplied) to take advantage of online services and the Internet. ✍ In order to register your VAIO® computer, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a telephone cable. How to connect a telephone cable 1 Open the
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Plugging in Telephone Cable Telephone jack Telephone cable (not supplied) ✍ Your computer does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone,
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    Connecting to a Local Area Network Connecting to a Local Area Network You can connect your computer to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs) by using the supplied port replicator and its Ethernet port. For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 1 Click Start, select My Computer, and click My Network Places under the Other Places header. 2 Click "Add a network place" under the . Depending on your choice, either the The Add Network Place Wizard or Network Setup Wizard appears. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. 42
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    in the following sections: ❑ Connecting the Port Replicator ❑ Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive ❑ Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Optical Disc Drive ❑ Connecting a USB Mouse ❑ Connecting VAIO Computers ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device ❑ Connecting an External Display ❑ Connecting
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting the Port Replicator Your computer is supplied with a AV In jack To connect a port replicator When connecting the port replicator to the computer, make sure the VAIO® logo on the connector faces up. 1 Open the port replicator port cover on the side of the
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    or recorded. If you use the AV In jack on the port replicator to import a video containing copyright protection signals, the video input image turns black to disable video display or record functions. Analog signals from video playback may also produce electronic "noise" distortions that can disable
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect an optional floppy disk drive to the USB computer. port on your To connect the floppy disk drive ✍ You do not need to turn off the computer to connect or disconnect the floppy disk drive. Plug the USB cable from the floppy
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    turns off, and then press the Eject button to remove the disk. Removing a floppy disk Eject button LED indicator To remove the floppy disk drive when the computer is on 1 Close all applications that use the floppy disk drive; otherwise, data may be lost. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide To carry the floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the right side. Notes on handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the disk. ❑ Keep disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep disks away from direct sunlight and
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    on the specific drive you purchase. See the manual supplied with your optical drive for more information on its installation and use. ✍ You can connect an optical drive while the computer is on. For specific instructions on using your supplied Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs, see
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Inserting PC Card Make sure logo faces up ✍ A protective cover is attached to the lens of the optical drive at the factory. Before using the optical drive, remove the protective cover. To insert a disc 1 Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out. Optical Drive Eject
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    while your computer is reading data from the disc. Flashing Busy Indicator Busy indicator To remove the drive Remove the PC Card from the computer. See "To remove a PC Card" for more information. Notes on CD and DVD discs Handling CD or DVD
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide ❑ Do not drop or bend the disc. ❑ Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your discs. Adhesive labels may come off while the disc is in use in your optical drive, and may cause damage to the unit. Cleaning CD or DVD discs ❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may
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    battery power, the battery life will be shorter. To connect an i.LINK optical disc drive 1 Close any active applications to help prevent data loss. 2 Turn on power to the computer. Insert the L-shaped plug of the VAIO CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required
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    , and select My Computer to verify that an icon for the i.LINK optical disc drive has been added in the window. ✍ The Sony i.LINK optical disc drive is compatible only with certain Sony VAIO® PCG series computers preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional. To disconnect an
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    to play a DVD, quit any open applications. Your optical drive can read most DVD-R media. When you are ready to play a DVD, read the suggestions below to maximize your video viewing experience. ❑ When playing a DVD on battery power, set the power management profile to DVD. You can also set the power
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing. If you have audio devices connected, this may cause damage to your hearing and the speakers. Reduce the volume before playing a DVD. You cannot use the Fn use memory-resident optical disc drive. Check the
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    CD-RW or CD-R disc* You can use Sony SonicStage and Microsoft® Windows® XP to write data drive, make sure that you finish the writing process before ejecting the disc. For more information, see the instructions Your computer does not support 1x writing speed. ❑ Memory-resident disc utilities may
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    of the End-user Software License, please consult with the appropriate legal experts. Notes on using i.LINK optical disc drives ❑ You can use the supplied Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs with an i.LINK optical disc drive. See "Application and System Recovery CDs" for more information
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    mouse cable into the USB port. PCGA-UMS1 series drivers have already been installed. Connecting a USB Mouse USB Mouse (optional) To USB port ✍ A serial mouse or PS/2® mouse is not compatible with the VAIO® C1 PictureBook® computer. See the manual supplied with your mouse for more information on its
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting VAIO Computers Connecting with i.LINK The preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system enables you to use a compatible i.LINK®* cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO a trademark of Sony used only to hard disk drive, confirm their operating
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    . 6 Connect one end of the i.LINK cable to the i.LINK port on each computer. ✍ To connect VAIO computers that do not have the latest Windows® operating system, Smart Connect software may be necessary. Consult the Sony Computing Support Web site for support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). 61
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting an i.LINK Device Your VAIO® computer includes an i.LINK®* S400 (IEEE 1394) port, which you can use to connect a compatible i.LINK device, such as an i.LINK enabled digital video is a trademark of Sony used only to hard disk drive, confirm their operating
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    / DV In/Out port on the digital video camera is i.LINKcompatible. ❑ Do not connect more than one digital video camera at a time. The software supplied you cannot use the device with the computer. ❑ The C1 PictureBook® computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide ❑ The i.LINK® features available may vary depending on the software applications you use. See the documentation supplied with your software for more information. ❑ See the manual supplied with your digital camcorder for more information on its installation and use. 64
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    Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your VAIO® C1 PictureBook Computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the cord Display adapter Display cable ✍ See the manual supplied with your computer display for more information on its installation and use
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. 1 Connect the port replicator to the computer. 2 Plug one end of the RGB signal cable (not supplied) into the
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    the external display together, depending on the specific computer display or projector used. Connect the before you turn on the computer. See the manual supplied with your projector for more information on its Video In Audio R Audio L Video AV cable (supplied) ✍ See "Selecting the Display
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting a USB Printer You can connect a Windows® compatible printer to your computer to print documents. ✍ To use a printer, first install the driver cable (optional) ✍ See the manual supplied with your printer for more information on its installation and use. 68
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    microphone Use the symbol to locate the Microphone jack. Plug the microphone cable into this jack. Connecting a Microphone Microphone ✍ See the manual supplied with your microphone for more information on its installation and use. To record from a microphone or audio equipment You can record
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 1 Double-click on the Windows® taskbar. The Volume Control window appears. 2 From the Options menu, click Properties. The Properties window appears. 3 In the Adjust Volume
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    telephone line volume. Adjust the internal or external microphone volume. Adjust the audio equipment volume. Adjust the volume of the CD in the optional optical drive. Adjust the MIDI sound. Widen the sound effect. (This is effective for games and similar applications.) 71
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide To set the microphone to echo 1 From the Start menu, select Control Panel. 2 Double-click YAMAHA DS-XG. 3 Select the Echo tab. 4 You can also
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    Sound device Line CD Audio Stereo Out Connecting an External Microphone Function Adjust the audio equipment sound volume. Adjust the digital sound volume of CD of the optional optical disc drive. Adjust the sound from Volume Control. The bass boost function is not enabled. 73
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Connecting disks. ✍ If you connect speakers or headphones to the computer and experience noise distortion while listening to music, use the preinstalled PowerPanel™ software to change the CPU control setting. See "Troubleshooting Audio" for more information. ✍ See the manual
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    no wiring, you can operate multiple computers more freely than ever before. You can also connect your Access Point to a telephone line, Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) router, cable modem, or Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL) modem to share access to the Internet among multiple computers. 75
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide The Wireless LAN PC Card The Wireless LAN PC Card, which comes with the Wireless LAN Access Point, the Access Point, you can achieve direct communication (Peer to Peer mode) between computers. ✍ For more information on Sony Wireless LAN, go to http://www.sonystyle.com
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    's default settings. You can also refer to Sony Notebook Setup Help for more detailed information. ❑ Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ❑ Controlling Power Management ❑ Displaying Battery Information ❑ Selecting the Display Mode ❑ Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option 77
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ✍ See the manual supplied with your computer display for more information on its installation and use. To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen: 1 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and
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    Notebook Setup Screen Sony Notebook Setup tabs Tab Description About This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Initial Setting Change the volume of the sounds that play while the operating system is loading. Select the order of drives
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel™ utility allows you to control the power management of your computer and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve your computer's battery power. You
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    ™ utility provides several predefined power management profiles. Each profile consists of a group of power management settings that are designed to meet specific power management goals - ranging from maximum power management to no power management. You can change the settings for any of the
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Icon Description Maximum Performance Provides the best system performance while still conserving power. Maximum Battery Life Provides power saving features to give you maximum battery can establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby to optimize
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    battery life by initiating a quick display timeout. The Internal modem remains powered. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk commands that you can use to activate specific power management functions and to control power for a specific device. You can use these commands
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    remains active except when the system enters Standby mode. The video display system is one of the largest consumers of power in the system. Conserving battery power When using the computer with a battery, the LCD display and the hard disk drive can be set to switch off automatically to conserve
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    the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. 2 Select Toolbars from the pop-up menu, and then click Battery Information. The Battery Information toolbar appears on the taskbar. ✍ If the Battery Information toolbar is hidden behind the taskbar icons, right-click the taskbar and deselect Lock the Taskbar
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Battery icon descriptions Battery icon Battery status Charging Fully charged Discharging No battery Displaying detailed battery information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The Battery tab contains information
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    Information Window Displaying Battery Information Customizing the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system You can customize the Battery Information toolbar to suit your portable computing needs, including modifications to the alarm settings. Refer to PowerPanel Help for more information
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Selecting the Display Mode This computer uses the ATI video controller. You can select which display is used when the computer is connected to an external monitor. When you connect an external display, you can
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    ATI Mobility Radeon Properties Screen Selecting the Display Mode Changing the window design of Sony software To change the window design 1 Click the Start button, then select Control Panel. 2 In the left window pane of Control Panel, click "Switch to
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 6 To try another selection, click > and then click OK to close the UI Design Selector. ✍ This feature is available with UI Design Selector-compatible software only. 90
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    (Windows® XP Pro only) After you have initially setup your new VAIO computer, you have the ability to change the language displayed in Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. The multilingual user interface (MUI) language option changes the text controlled by Windows XP Professional
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide To Change Numbers, Currency, Time, and Date Formats You can change the system's number, currency, time and date formats to coordinate with your chosen country
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    your computer. See the VAIO® Computer Specifications for the amount of memory preinstalled on your computer. Expansion memory modules are available as options. For memory upgrades and information on which memory modules to use, refer to your VAIO® Computer Specifications. This section provides you
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    Computer User Guide Precautions and Procedures The procedures described below assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Sony recommends that memory
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    computer, and remove the battery. ✍ The interior of the computer becomes extremely hot during operation. Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws. 3 Use an appropriate screwdriver to loosen and remove the screw that fastens the memory module cover plate on
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Removing a Memory Module 6 Close the cover panel and replace the fastening screw. 96
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    the back of your computer) to discharge any static electricity accumulated on your body, then remove the module from its protective package. 3 Install the memory module by holding the module edge connector pointing down with the notch on the right, and then insert it diagonally into the empty slot
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Installing a Memory Module Empty Slot Do not touch any part of the motherboard or the other components inside the computer. 5 Close the cover panel and replace the fastening screw. 98
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    that the System Memory displayed in the left panel matches the amount of memory installed. ✍ If the amount of memory is not correct, turn off the computer, and reinstall the memory module. See "Removing a Memory Module" and "Installing a Memory Module" for instructions. Sony Notebook Setup Dialog
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 100
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    Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides you with information on the wide variety of software applications installed on your computer: ❑ Software Overview ❑ DVgate application notes ❑ Software Support Information
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Software Overview Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software listed below, depending on the configuration you purchased. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions, or include supporting documentation. Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® Adobe Systems
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    technical support. MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions, background music and text. Just import your video clips as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating
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    User Guide PC-Cillin® 2000 Trend Micro, Inc. PC-Cillin provides portable, easy-to-use, real-time antivirus security at your computer's entry point (beaming, synchronization, Internet access) to defend against potential threats hidden inside files, e-mail, or on the Web. PicoPlayer™ Sony makes video,
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    video or still images through e-mail, upload them to the ImageStationSM service, or export to MovieShaker™ software for further video editing fun. SonicStage Sony , and more. VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Support Agent provides immediate, interactive online support. WinDVD® InterVideo
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp. WordPerfect® Office 2002 Standard software includes all the applications you need to create professional-looking documents, newsletters, reports, presentations,
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    ™ motion software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The C partition hold 40 percent and the D partition holds 60 percent of the entire drive capacity. DVgate software saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video capture from consuming
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide To defragment a partition Before you begin to defragment a partition, make sure you back up all files that you want to save. ❑ Click Start on the Windows® taskbar. ❑ Click Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Disk Defragmenter. The Disk Defragmenter window
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    .com 800-827-3338 7 days a week, 24 hours a day EarthLinkSM Network Total Access® (EarthLink, Inc.) Web site e-mail telephone hours http://support.earthlink.net [email protected] 800-890-5128, 800-890-6356 7 days a week, 24 hours a day PC-Cillin® 2000 (Trend Micro, Inc.) Web site telephone
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Quicken® (Intuit Inc.) Web site telephone hours http://www.intuit.com/support 900-555-4932; 800-644-3193* M-F, 5 A.M.-5 P.M. (Pacific time) * Support from 900-555-4932 is fee-based. Support from 800-644-3193 is automated and free of charge. QuickTime® (Apple Computer
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    hours http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free (eastern time) Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Computing Service on the Web at
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 112
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    Using the Recovery CDs This section provides you with details on your Sony Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. ❑ Application and System Recovery CDs ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs 37
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    VAIO® C1 Picturebook® Computer Quick Start Application and System Recovery CDs Your computer comes with the following Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. You will need an optical disc drive (supplied with selected models) to use these recovery CDs. If your computer does not come with an
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    application or device driver may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer, peripheral hardware, or software. You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive. To reinstall all the software titles that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). See
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    VAIO® C1 Picturebook® Computer Quick Start To reinstall device drivers using the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert Application Recovery CD No. 1 into the optical disc drive. 3 Click
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    . You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall individual applications and to reinstall device
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    VAIO® C1 Picturebook® Computer Quick Start To use the System Recovery CD(s) Your system may take a few minutes to load necessary files. A blue screen appears during the downloading process. 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the optical disc drive. The System Recovery utility starts from the
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    system may include one or more System Recovery CDs. If you have more than one System Recovery CDs, insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program. You are prompted to insert the second CD once the information from the first CD has been installed. The recovery process takes from 30 to 60
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    VAIO® C1 Picturebook® Computer Quick Start 44
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    your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). ❑ Troubleshooting Your Computer ❑ Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ❑ Troubleshooting the Mouse and Pointing Device ❑ Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting Your Computer 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 indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on. ❑ Check that the battery pack is
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    Troubleshooting disk from the floppy disk drive. 2 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. 3 Turn off the computer 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 Sony Computing Support. 123
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide keys at the same time. ❑ Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from your computer. ✍ Pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys enters a lower power mode, such as Hibernate. ❑ To restore the computer to its normal operating stability: 1 Close all open
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    Troubleshooting Your Computer The sound of my computer's fan is too loud. Use the PowerPanel™ utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet. This
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting the LCD Screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. ❑ Check that the power indicator on the computer is on. ❑ Check that the battery pack is inserted properly and that it is charged. ❑ The
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    the VAIO® C1 PictureBook® computer. ❑ If you connect an external mouse while your computer is on, you must restart your computer. ❑ If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse, such as the PCGA-UMS1 series, check that the mouse is plugged into the USB port. ❑ Re-install the mouse/touchstick drivers
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide ❑ If you cannot restart your computer as described in the step above, press and hold the power button for at least four seconds to turn off the computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys (at the same time) to stop playback
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    Cards and Peripheral Devices Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices My floppy disk drive icon doesn't appear even though it is connected. ❑ Make sure that the floppy disk drive is properly connected. Wait a few moments to allow the computer to recognize the drive. ❑ Close all open
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 2 Select the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button. The Device Manager window appears. 3 Double-click the DVD/CD-ROM drive name. The with Microsoft® Windows®. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. 130
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    Troubleshooting i.LINK devices I cannot establish a connection between two VAIO . I cannot export images to a digital video (DV) device. Images that were taken with the default setting. * i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product hard disk drive, confirm their operating
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting Software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See the "About the Software on Your Computer" section for more information. When I click an application icon, the message "
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    Troubleshooting Software What software do I use for CD-R/CD-RW software functions? Sony recommends using the preinstalled SonicStage software's Record function to create any CDs on your VAIO® computer, if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured with all necessary components for CD-R and CD
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide Troubleshooting modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.) ❑ Reinstall the modem driver. See "Using Your Recovery CDs" for more are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider, check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems. ❑ If
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    Troubleshooting Audio Troubleshooting Audio My speakers have no sound. ❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press the Fn+F3 keys to turn on the speakers. You can also turn on the speakers using the Jog Dial Control. ❑ If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press the Fn+F4 keys, and
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide 1 Right-click the CPU icon on the bottom right of the taskbar, and click "Edit/create profiles. The Profile editor window appears. 2 In the left portion of the window, click the power management profile you want to set. Maximum Battery or Battery Life. If you use a memory-
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    and data stored on that media. Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto the hard disk drive of your computer to save your images and data. Reformat the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer. Memory Stick media does not work. I cannot access the
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    come with an online manual. These manuals are stored on the hard disk drive as online Help files. You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific software application. Some software applications may come with a printed manual. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes
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    other important software settings. When your software is protected, you can use VAIO Support Agent to repair software problems by restoring your software to any of the previously protected states. 5 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered
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    memory 93 peripherals 43 printers 68 adjusting brightness 17 volume 17 Alt key 14 Application Recovery CD 115 Applications key 14 audio adjusting volume 17 troubleshooting 135 Audio tab 79 AV In 44 AV Out 44 B battery VAIO computer 60 CD-ROM drive 34, 49 coin-operated telephones 40 digital video
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    VAIO® Computer User Guide floppy disk drive 46 i.LINK device 62 i.LINK optical disc drive 53 microphone 69 monitor 65 multiple telephone lines 40 network 34 party telephone lines 40 PBX 40 printer 68 projector 66 telephone cable 39 telephone line 39 TV 67 connectors printer 68 correction keys 13, 14
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    Lock 16 Scroll Lock 16 Insert key 13, 14 inserting CD or DVD discs 50 floppy disks into drive 46 installing hardware 43 memory 34 peripherals 43 J Jog Dial control 26 K keyboard 16 using 12-15 L LAN connecting to 41 LCD troubleshooting 126 M MagicGate 31 Maximum Battery Life power setting 82 Maximum
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    Battery Life 82 Maximum Performance 82 Power Management Off 82 Standby 84 Video Standby 84 PowerPanel activating 80 customizing toolbar 81, 84 Print Screen key 13 printer connecting 68 port 68 projector 66 R Recovery CDs 115 removing floppy disk drive 47 floppy disks 47 memory module 95 restoring
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    troubleshooting audio 135 drives, PC Cards, and peripheral devices 129 general 121 LCD screen 126 Memory Stick media 137 modem 134 mouse and pointing device 127 software 132 TV connecting 67 U USB port 46 using Jog Dial control 26 Memory Stick 31 PC Cards 34 pointing device 24 V video camera 62
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Using Your VAIO PictureBook Computer ...
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Using the Keyboard
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Functions of the keyboard keys
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Combinations and functions with the Windows key
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Indicators
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Indicator lights
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Combinations and functions with the Fn key
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Using the MOTION EYE Camera
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To capture a still image
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To set the image quality and mode of MOTION EYE camera
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Notes on using the MOTION EYE camera
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Using the Pointing Device
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To replace the pointing device cover
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Using the Jog Dial Control
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To use the Jog Dial Control
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Using the Indicate Window
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Selecting a mode
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Selecting a menu item
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Using the Jog Dial Navigator with Sony software
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Using Memory Stick Media
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Types of Memory Stick media
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Notes on using Memory Stick media
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Using PC Cards
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To remove a PC Card
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Notes on PC Cards
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