Sony PCV-LX920 VAIO User Guide - Page 93

Overview of Software Titles

Note:

Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you

purchased.

Adobe

®

Acrobat

®

Reader

Adobe Systems Inc.

Acrobat Reader software allows you to view, navigate, and print electronic documents in Adobe's Portable Document

Format (PDF), an open file format that is intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on all major computer

platforms.

Adobe

®

GoLive

Adobe Systems Inc.

Adobe GoLive gives you robust design, production, and management features to create dynamic, database-controlled Web

sites.

Adobe

®

LiveMotion

Adobe Systems Inc.

Adobe LiveMotion launches your creativity to new levels when you produce your personal Web designs that are complete

with interactivity, sound, and animation.

Adobe

®

Photoshop

®

Elements (On selected models)

Adobe Systems Inc.

Using state-of-the-art image editing tools, you can unleash your artistic ability and create digital images for print, e-mail and

posting to the Web. The versatile image capturing options allow you to start working with digital and traditional photos

immediately. Explore endless creative possibilities for your personal images with Adobe Photoshop Elements.

Adobe

®

Premiere

®

LE (On selected models)

Adobe Systems Inc.

Adobe Premiere LE offers interface and editing tools for producing movies for video, multimedia, or the Web. View source

clips and edited footage simultaneously on-screen. You can create your own personal video clips that are up to three hours

in length, with complete audio-video synchronization.

America Online

®

America Online, Inc.

America Online is a popular Internet online service. Stay in touch with family and friends with easy-to-use e-mail. Manage

your personal finances, get the latest news and sports scores, and chat with thousands of others who share your

interests.

ArcSoft PhotoPrinter

®

2000 Pro

ArcSoft Inc.

ArcSoft PhotoPrinter Pro is an easy-to-use, yet advanced printing program that lets you quickly lay out multiple images in

multiple sizes on a single sheet of paper. ArcSoft PhotoPrinter Pro offers a wide selection of templates including landscape,

portrait, free-style, mixed sizes, custom templates and more. The application includes enhancement tools and special

effects for improving photos while giving you the ability to add text to any image. With ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro you

can create business cards, handouts, calendars, mailing labels, and much more.

DigitalPrint

Sony Electronics Inc.

This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit, import, and organize your digital pictures in a photo album

for rich digital printing to any standard color laser or inkjet printer. Digital Print can also be used to make custom CD labels

for your audio CDs.

DVgate

Sony Electronics Inc.

Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK

®

port and capture your own video clips and still images. You can edit

clips from your video, add new clips, and combine clips into new movie segments. You can also save your images in a

variety of popular file formats.

EarthLink

Network Total Access

EarthLink Network Inc.

An Internet Service Provider that supplies access, information, and assistance to its customers, introducing them to the

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Section	Page
Welcome	1
Features	2
VAIO AV Applications	3
i.LINK (IEEE1394) interface	4
Sony Pen Tablet display	5
CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive	6
AutoAlert E-mail Notification System	7
Sony Memory Stick media slot	8
VAIO Convertible keyboard	9
Compact system components	10
Sony audio and video quality	11
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system	12
Preinstalled software	13
Communications	14
Exceptional performance	15
Unpacking Your Computer	16
Manuals	17
Recovery CDs	18
Software Library	19
To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer	20
Planning your workspace	21
Locating Controls and Connectors	22
Front Panel Overview	23
Back Panel Overview	25
Sony Pen Tablet Display	27
To Use the Sony Pen Tablet and Accessories	29
About the Pen Tablet Display and Accessories	30
To Adjust the Sony Pen Tablet Display	31
Using the VAIO Pen	32
To change the settings of your VAIO Pen	33
To replace the Pen tip	34
Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions	35
To change the pen tip, eraser and upper/lower switch functions	36
To calibrate your pen to the tablet screen	38
To adjust the pen tip pressure and feel	39
To adjust the pen's double-click speed and distance	40
To adjust the eraser pressure and feel	41
Configuring the Pop-up Menu	42
Customizing the pen settings for specific software applications	43
Using Memory Stick Media	44
To protect data on Memory Stick media from accidental changes	45
Using PC Cards	46
To insert a PC card	47
Ejecting a PC card	48
Setting Up Your VAIO Slimtop Computer	49
To Set Up Your Computer	50
Attaching the stand to the system unit	51
Connecting the Sony Pen Tablet display	52
Connecting the keyboard and mouse	53
Connecting the modem cable	54
Connecting the power cord	55
To Turn On and Register Your Computer	56
Turning on your computer	57
Registering your computer	58
Setting up your dial-up connection	59
To Use the Stand by Mode	61
Setting the computer to enter Stand by mode using the Stand by key	62
Setting the computer to enter Stand by mode using the Windows taskbar	63
Setting the computer to enter Stand by mode using the Power button	64
Setting the computer to enter Stand by mode automatically	65
Resuming from Stand by mode	66
Stand by mode indicators	67
To Use the System Hibernate Mode	68
Setting the computer to enter Hibernate mode	69
To Shut Down Your Computer	70
Turning off your computer	71
About the Power switch	72
VAIO Action Setup	73
Using the Programmable Power Keys	74
To change the PPK settings	75
Setting the Internal Timer	76
To select the timer's launch application	77
To set the timer start setting	78
Changing the Sony Software Window Design	79
To change the window design	80
Using the AutoAlert E-mail Notification System	81
AutoAlert E-mail Notification System Software Restrictions	82
If you are using the timer to download e-mail automatically	83
If you are using Microsoft Outlook Express	84
Configuring Your VAIO Computer	85
Hard Disk Drive Partition	86
Defragmenting your hard disk drive	87
i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility	88
Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device	89
To Enable Ethernet Connectivity	90
Enabling the Ethernet connection	91
About the Software on Your Computer	92
Overview of Software Titles	93
System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s)	96
To Use the System Recovery CD(s)	97
Full restore with format	98
Using the System Recovery CD(s)	99
To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)	100
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)	101
To Use the Driver Recovery CD	102
Reinstalling device drivers with the Driver Recovery CD	103
Troubleshooting	104
Topics	105
To contact Sony for technical support	112
Notes on Use	113
The power source	114
Disposal of the lithium battery	115
Handling the computer system	116
Moisture condensation	117
Upgrading the computer system	118
On Handling a Pen Tablet (LCD) display	119
Using the hard disk drive	120
Handling floppy disks	121
Handling CD or DVD media	122
Cleaning CD or DVD media	123
For Answers to Your Software Questions	124
Software support	125
Sony Service Center	128
Resources	129
Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop Computer	130
Overview	131
Before you upgrade your computer	132
To Remove the Cover	133
Removing the cover	134
To Insert an Add-on Card	135
Inserting an add-on card	136
To Add Memory	137
Removing memory	138
Installing Memory	139

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