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    Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high and supplemental information about your computer.  View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Page 1
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    Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features.  Unpacking your Computer  Planning An Ergonomic Work Space
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    , see the online Specifications sheet. Com puter and supplied accessories Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Manuals  VAIO® Computer Quick Start-Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer. The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety
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    1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help And Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with a utility program that enables
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    with 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. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit with relaxed
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    the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. To view the specific connection capabilities for your system, see the online specifications sheet.  About the Front Panel  About the Back Panel  About the Remote Control  About the Keyboard Page
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    About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder jacks and ports, a Memory Stick media slot and the Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK®
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    and to the optical drives. 9 Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk. 10 S-video In jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional). Composite video In jack Connection for a video cable (optional). Composite audio L In jack
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    (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
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    icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer. Back panel 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2 keyboard. 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such as
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    and power for a compatible digital device, such as a Sony Digital Handycam® camcorder. 7 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. 8 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone (optional). Headphones jack Connection for the supplied
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    port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 15 TV Out (S-Video/video) jack3 Connection for an S-video cable (optional). 16 Monitor (DVI) port Connection for a DVI monitor. 17 VHF/UHF port Connection for a coaxial cable (supplied). 18 Modem line jack Connection for the modem
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    video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. This section describes the basic functions of your remote control. Rem ote control 1 MUTE button Press to turn off the sound. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number buttons (1-9) Press to select specific
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    the view to its original size. 4 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options TV/VIDEO button Press to change the on-screen image from the TV/Recording deck to external video equipment, between DVDs. See the DVD player software instructions for details. 8 CANCEL button When using
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    hide this menu. (Note: For Giga Pocket software, the Select Video Capsules window displays. Press the button again to hide this window.) . When using SonicStage software, plress to change from the music drive (hard disk drive) to the CD. 12 CHANNEL button Press to change channels automatically
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    Giga Pocket software, press to display Video Capsule listings. When using SonicStage software, press to display Playlists. When using VAIO Media software, press to display the control Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown. Inserting batteries into the rem ote control Page
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    Under normal use, the AA batteries may last up to six months. If your remote control does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. If your remote control is not being used for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. Page 17
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    key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions. VAIO Keyboard KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys Standby Press the button to place the computer in Standby mode. Press the Power button or any key briefly, to resume normal operation. Numeric keypad Use the numeric
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    arrow and correction keys on the numeric keypad area are active. Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights up to advise you that the keyboard is set to type letters in uppercase. When the indicator is off, the letters appear in lower case as you type. Scroll Lock The Scroll Lock indicator lights up
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    sheet for your system's specific hardware configuration.  Connecting a Display (Monitor)  Connecting the Speakers  Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse  Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables  Connecting the Power Cords  Turning On Your Computer  Registering your Computer Page 20
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    display's cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display To connect a DVI display Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency. Page 21
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    back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 3. Plug the jack end (yellow) of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack (yellow) on the back of the right speaker. 4. Plug the jack end (black) of the speaker
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    mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking.  Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning.  Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing
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    Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables 1. Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. 2. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Modem line jack, located on the back panel of your computer 3. Plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack. To
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    Connecting the Power Cords 1. Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2. Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords Page 25
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    you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1. Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power. 2. Press the power switch on the display to turn on the power. 3. Press the power switch on the right speaker to turn on the power. To turn on your com puter Page 26
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    a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.  Limited warranty - Protect your investment. See the Limited Warranty Card for more details. You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions to
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    Sony audio and video components that are designed to create, capture, and play back video files derived from television and your personal videos.1 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder hardware and software applications are not available on all VAIO® computers. See your computer's online specification
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    of tools that enhance your VAIO® computer's capabilities. Giga Pocket gives you a wide range of video viewing, recording, and playback Giga Pocket features and functions with other computers on a network.  Transforming Video Capsules into gMovie format for viewing on your CLIÉ handheld. For an
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    on your computer's display and record them onto the hard disk drive as Video Capsules for later playback.  Timer Recording Manager-The a Memory Stick® media for viewing with your Sony CLIÉ Handheld. Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder,
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    Up Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder This section illustrates how to set up the cables and connections for your Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system. The hardware configuration of your computer may vary from the illustrations shown. To view the specific hardware configuration for your
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    best method of connecting your computer system, TV monitor or display, and cable service access, depends on the type of cable connection available in your home. Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables. Depending on your in-home cable access, you may require extra cables
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    the combiner/transformer to the VHF/UHF port on the back panel of your computer. To connect in standard antenna m ode (air) Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables. Depending on your in-home cable access, you may require extra cables, adapters or connection equipment not
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    1) Option 2 1. Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the In jack on the back the other RCA jacks of the stereo dubbing cable into the Audio-R (IN), Audio-L (IN), and Composite video (IN) jacks on the back panel of your computer,
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    This section illustrates how to set up additional equipment with the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder System. Connecting a VCR or camcorder with an audio cable Your VAIO® computer has both audio and video connection capability. You can locate the connections behind the bottom panel on the front
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    Connecting the infrared receiv er (back panel) Page 37
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    Setting Up Giga Pocket Software Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software features and functions are detailed in this section, enabling you to begin viewing or recording TV programs. Page 38
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    you start Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder for the first time, you are automatically prompted to set the video input source for watching TV . The TV Setup Wizard appears. TV Setup Wizard 3. Depending on your cable service access, select Standard CATV, Standard antenna, or set-top box (STB). 1.
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    4. Click Next. The wizard displays a dialog box that enables you to customize the channel listings. 5. Click Auto Scan. You can view the channel reception in the pop-up TV Setup - Monitor window. TV Setup Wizard - Custom ize the channel listing If your computer is connected to the Internet, you can
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    -Use the default factory settings (32-bit).  Screen area-Set your video resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels. If you change the default settings, you may experience poor image quality on your display. Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time. Even if
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    Giga Pocket Giga Pocket enables you to watch a TV program on your computer display while recording it onto your hard disk drive. Using the Giga Pocket Slip Play feature, you can view a program from the beginning even while it is being recorded. Page 42
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    Starting Giga Pocket 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs, point to Giga Pocket, then click Giga Pocket. The Giga Pocket window appears. Giga Pocket window The current television broadcast is displayed, based on the selected channel. Page 43
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    main interface window: the TV/Recording deck and the Playback deck. TV/Recording deck (detail) Use the TV/Recording deck to view programs and record Video Capsules. You can use the Playback deck of your Giga Pocket to play back a prerecorded
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    event, if there are other applications running simultaneously. If this occurs, wait until Giga Pocket finishes recording before playing the Video Capsule.  The timer recording may fail due to an "Event buffer of audio overflow" error in the following circumstances:  The input cable (coaxial or
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     You record a TV channel that has no broadcast content.  You record video content from an old video tape with poor signal quality.  The on-screen display may shift and split under some circumstances. If this occurs, switch the TV/Recording deck and
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    http://www.sony.com/vaiotv. Timer Recording requires an Internet connection. See the section, To set up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service, for up to 100 timer recordings using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder. From the online channel guide, click on the REC icon to select the
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    Timer Recording Wizard With the Timer Recording Wizard, you can set, adjust, and cancel the timer recording settings. Page 48
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    appears. Tim er Recording Wizard 3. Select the desired option from the Select Timer Recording Settings menu and click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Help for assistance. New Tim er Recording - Set Channel and Start Date and Tim e 4. Verify that the information is correct and click
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    to using SP or LP recording modes (MPEG-1, MPEG-2, and AVI). Long Play (LP) Image quality is reduced, but recording requires less space on the hard disk drive as compared to using HQ recording mode (MPEG-1). New Tim er Recording - Set Stop Tim e and Recording Mode 6. From the New Timer Recording
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    Capsule drop-down list. To maintain adequate space on your hard disk drive, Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder enables you to set an expiration date for your Video Capsules to be automatically deleted. 8. Click Decide to review your setting preferences. The New Timer Recording - Confirm dialog box
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    your first Video Capsule is approximately 30 seconds shorter than the actual time set. You may experience some timing problems with multiple sessions do not occur if your hard disk drive does not have sufficient space. Giga Pocket software does not allow a new Video Capsule to be created if there
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    active use. You can schedule up to 100 programs at a time, for timer recording with the Timer Recording Manager. Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time. If a different user logs on using the fast switch feature, the Timer Recording feature is not
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    Stand by button-Places the Windows operating system into Stand by mode when the preset timer recording is set to begin, or if a Video Capsule is set to expire. Windows automatically starts and performs the appropriate action.  Interrupt Current Recording button-Stops the current timer recording
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    located in the Windows® taskbar. Review your scheduled timer recordings and make any other applications that may access your computer's hard disk drive during the timer recording.  If you are Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. Click Start
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    saved Playlists are managed in Cabinets. Giga Pocket Explorer enables you to play back Video Capsules using Giga Pocket. You can import MPEG files, that were created with compatible Sony applications, and export Video Capsules as AVI or MPEG files. Using Giga Pocket Explorer 1. Click Start in the
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    Accessing the Click to DVD Help For additional information about using Click to DVD software features, follow these steps to access the Click to DVD Help. 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs. 2. Point to DVgate Plus and click DVgate Plus Help. Page 57
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    RW media with the Make DVD feature. The Click to DVD software must be installed in order to burn Video Capsules to recordable DVD media. 1. From the Giga Pocket Explorer main window, select the Video Capsules you want to burn onto a DVD. 2. On the Giga Pocket Explorer Toolbar, click Make DVD. 3. The
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    -1, MPEG-2, and AVI files. MPEG-2 files need a specific system environment for playback:  A VAIO computer that has Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed.  A VAIO computer that has a DVD-ROM or DVD-RW drive. If you wish to play your Video Capsule in a different system environment, you can
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    right. 5. Click Disconnect, then click OK. The server is disconnected. Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Select Giga Pocket, Help, and click Giga Pocket
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    provide a rich and compelling handheld computing experience. Powered by the Palm operating system, the CLIÉ handheld is ready to deliver music and video with amazing clarity. For more information on this exciting device, go to the Sony Style Web site at http://sonystyle.com/vaio/clie. Page 61
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    Starting CLIÉ Converter 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Giga Pocket, point to Plug-ins, and then click CLIÉ Converter. The Giga Pocket -> CLIÉ Converter dialog box appears. Giga Pocket - > CLIÉ Conv erter m ain Page 62
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    that the Giga Pocket -> CLIÉ Converter dialog box is visible. 4. Click on the Cabinet icon to display the contents in the list area. 5. Drag the Video Capsule from the Giga Pocket Explorer window and drop it in the list area of the Giga Pocket -> CLIÉ Converter main dialog box. The
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    , the GP2CLIE window appears. Click OK. Your converted video files can be played back on CLIÉ Handhelds that support the use of a Memory Stick media. Transferring converted video files using the HotSync® operation You can transfer your converted video files directly to your CLIÉ Handheld, when you
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    area. Timer recording A timer recording is a preset video recording event. Video Capsule A Video Capsule is a virtual container that holds the video images recorded with Giga Pocket Recorder. A Video Capsule is created on your computer hard disk drive and managed with Giga Pocket Explorer. Page 65
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    Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Giga Pocket, point to Help, and then select Giga Pocket Help. Page 66
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    the User Agreement before accessing the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site (first time only). The Internet Electronic Program Guide service is available only to users in the United States. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio or video files is a violation of applic able laws . Page 67
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    Internet, before setting up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service. Sony recommends using Microsoft® Internet Explorer as your Web browser to access the Internet Electronic Program Guide service. To set up Internet Electronic Program Guide service, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the
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    VAIO® computer has audio and video software that makes it easy for you to create and edit videos, still images, and music files. This section describes your VAIO computer's visual presentation of the VAIO AV applications may vary from those shown in this manual.  Multimedia Overview  About
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    onto CDs or DVDs  Creating interactive DVDs  Backing up data on CDs or DVDs  Editing your video content  Saving your video content onto DVDs  Sharing your multimedia between computers and across networks Unauthorized duplication of audio or video files is a violation of applicable laws. Page 70
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    , and identifying compatible playback equipment. If your VAIO computer does not have a recordable optical drive, you cannot create CDs or DVDs. This table can help you identify the appropriate media to use with your recordable optical drive. Drive Type Video and Data DVD Music and Data CDs DVD
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    and DVD format is Universal Disk Format (UDF) with Joliet. UDF is a file system standard. Joliet is an extension to the ISO 9660 standard, which enables CDs and DVDs to use long filenames and Unicode characters in a Windows operating system environment.  A DVD-ROM drive cannot record data to a CD
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    , and identifying compatible playback equipment. If your VAIO computer does not have a recordable optical drive, you cannot create CDs or DVDs. This table can help you identify the appropriate media to use with your recordable optical drive. Drive Type Video and Data DVD Music and Data CDs DVD
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    and DVD format is Universal Disk Format (UDF) with Joliet. UDF is a file system standard. Joliet is an extension to the ISO 9660 standard, which enables CDs and DVDs to use long filenames and Unicode characters in a Windows operating system environment.  A DVD-ROM drive cannot record data to a CD
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    for playing different media. For specific information about product compatibility, see the documentation supplied with the specific media and equipment. Playback Equipment Media and Format Compatibility Computer DVD drive Computer CD drive DVD player Audio CD player Video DVD Music CD Data DVD
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    Copying Data to Recordable CD and DVD media You can copy files to recordable media, using your computer's CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW drive. For detailed information on your system's hardware configuration, see the specification sheet. Page 76
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    space available on the disc. You can not add more data to the disc. Non-appendable discs are more compatible with different DVD drives. A video DVD is always non-appendable. The table below describes the writing method for different media types for appendable and non-appendable writing. Writing
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    , click Copy to audio CD or Copy all items to audio CD. Skip to step 6. 5. In the Copy Items dialog box, click the read/write drive icon1, and then CD Writing Tasks. The CD Writing Wizard starts. 9. Follow the on-screen instructions in the wizard to complete writing the files or folders to the CD.
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    Using Drag'n Drop CD+DVD Software Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software easily creates data CDs and DVDs, as well as music CDs. Music, DISC Backup, and Data are the main features for Drag'n Drop software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click All Programs. 2. Point to Drag'n Drop CD+DVD and then
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    To access Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs 2. Point to Drag'n Drop CD+DVD, and then click Drag'n Drop CD+DVD Help. Page 80
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    Using RecordNow Software If your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive, you can copy files to DVD recordable media, using the preinstalled RecordNow software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point
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    To access RecordNow software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to VERITAS Software, point to RecordNow, and then click RecordNow Help. Page 82
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    Using Click to DVD Software Use Click to DVD Automatic Mode software to quickly and easily make interactive DVDs. For more customized features, use Click to DVD software. To access Click to DVD software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Click to DVD,
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    device to VCR/VTR mode. For details on how to connect equipment to your computer, see the documentation supplied with the device and your online VAIO® Computer User Guide. If the Digital Video Device window appears, follow these steps to start Click to DVD software: 1. Click to select Create a DVD
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    settings, the Click to DVD software rewinds the tape and then captures all the video clips on the tape. 12. Click Capture. To stop capturing at any time software rewinds the tape in your DV device and begins capturing all the video clips on the tape. After all the clips are captured, they appear in
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    clips To set up your DVD 1. Once you have edited and arranged your video clips, click Create DVD1 from the feature buttons located at the top of the title and chapter windows of your DVD, click the Title Menu and Video Menu. Click Next and Previous to move through multiple chapter windows. To create
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    . To preview your DVD Before you can preview your video content, the video must be converted to DVD format. Depending on the speed of your computer and the length of the video, it may take some time before the preview feature is available. 1. Click
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    result in an unusable DVD disc. Sony recommends that you do not use other software applications on your computer while Click to DVD software is burning your DVD. While the Click to DVD program is creating a DVD, you may see your computer's hard disk drive access indicator flash repeatedly. This is
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    To save the DVD on your computer's hard drive Save your DVD project to your computer, so that you can edit its contents or create additional copies later. 1. Click Menu. 2. Select Save Project, type a name for your project in the File name field. 3. Click Save. Page 89
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    before capturing video clips:  Configure your computer so capturing is not interrupted.  Exit all other open applications, and disable screen savers.  On VAIO® computers equipped Do not attempt to access the Internet or other network services.  Do not start additional software programs. Page 90
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    Recording and Playing Music The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer make it easy to import, export, organize, play back, and burn music CDs1. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio files is a violation of applic able laws . Page 91
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    É Handheld, to your VAIO computer and check in the songs to your computer's hard drive.  MagicGate Memory Stick media - For computers with a built-in Memory Stick media slot, transfer songs to and from a MagicGate Memory Stick media.  Electronic Music Distribution2 (EMD) services on the Internet
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    on the Internet - Use Electronic Music Distribution services to download music tracks from the Internet, include them in your Playlists, and check them out to your portable digital music devices.  Import audio files onto your computer - Import MP3 and WAV audio files onto your computer to add them
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    Point to SonicStage, and then click SonicStage. SonicStage - Welcom e 3. The CDDB® registration window appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to register with the CDDB® service. The Confirm the setup of SonicStage... dialog box appears. 4. Click Yes to continue. The CDDB® (Compact Disc Database
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    . 8 Volume Control buttons Controls the volume for playing audio files. 2 Source icons Changes the window depending on button Displays the Import window, where you can import audio files from the hard disk drive to the Music Drive. 11 Visualizer button Displays or hides the Visualizer window
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    or hides the Internet window where you can download or stream audio files via EMD services. 6 Categorized List (Tree view) Displays the playlists stored in the Music Drive by artist name, genre, format, etc. Helps you locate your audio files. 13 Internet address drop-down list (Playlist view
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    Drive icon in the Target box. 5. Click the Jump to Record Window button. The Record Window appears. 6. Click to view the List Area of the Record window. To select specific Window to launch the CDDB service, which names your CD and its song titles. Not all audio CDs support the CD Info button. 8.
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    9. When recording the audio tracks on a CD, you can: 1. Click the Record All button to record all the tracks on a CD. 2. Click the Rec Selection button to record the specific tracks you checked in the List Area. 10. When the Select Playlist window appears, select either Create a New Playlist or Add
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    Transferring songs (Check-In/Check-Out) Use SonicStage software to transfer audio files between the playlists stored in the Music Drive on your computer and external devices or media. Transferring files from the Music Drive to the external device or media is called "check-out," while transferring
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    CD On computer models equipped with a CD recording device, you can use the Backing Up Audio CDs utility to make a backup copy of an audio CD. On computer models that have both a read-only optical drive and an optical writing drive, you can make a copy with one click. On computer models with only one
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    graphics, and information data managed by SonicStage software. You must be connected to the Internet to use the SonicStage Backup Tool.  Import audio files in various formats You can import audio files in various formats, such as the ATRAC3 , ATRAC3plus , MP3, or WAV standards. You can also import
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    enables you to record songs1 from analog records or cassette tapes to save to your computer's hard drive. From your computer, you can burn the songs to CD-R or CD-RW discs, or create audio files in WAV format. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio files is a violation of applic able laws . Page 102
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    To start SonicStage Mastering Studio software 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio and click SonicStage Mastering Studio. Page 103
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    To access the SonicStage Mastering Studio software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio and click SonicStage Mastering Studio Help. Page 104
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    To access the SonicStage Mastering Studio Tutorial 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs. 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio, and click Tutorial. Page 105
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    About Still Images (Photos) The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer make it easy to import, edit, print, and customize your still images. Page 106
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    to your VAIO computer There are store pictures on Memory Stick or other media. You can copy your photos from the storage media directly to your computer's hard disk drive.  From a not supported by the Windows® XP operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation supplied with your
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    Editing still images You can use preinstalled software to perform traditional editing tasks such as resizing, cropping, and altering colors. You can add your own creative touch by customizing and combining multiple photos into albums, calendars or labels, using PictureGear Studio software. Page 108
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    Using PictureGear Studio Software PictureGear Studio software has easy-to-use features that enable you to quickly load images from a digital camera or camcorder, print high-quality photos, create custom labels, and design personalized photo albums or binders to share with family and friends. Photo
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    Starting PictureGear Studio software 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to PictureGear Studio and click PictureGear Studio. The PictureGear Studio main window appears. PictureGear Studio m ain window Page 110
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    You can select your favorite pictures and place them in folders for future use. When you initially connect your digital camera, camcorder or insert a Memory Stick® media, Windows® XP operating system may attempt to recognize the device or media. An identification window may appear. To continue using
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    to remove the picture from the photo collection.  Rotate - Use this to change the picture's position.  Trim - Use this to crop the picture or capture a specific area. 7. Click Finish Importing to save the imported pictures in a photo collection. Page 112
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    Organizing your digital photo collections You can organize and manage your imported pictures on your computer's hard drive or from your ImageStation® account. To organize your photos with the PhotoCollection feature 1. Click PhotoCollection from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. A list
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    Creating electronic binders You can add comments to your favorite photos, add custom backgrounds, clip art, and stamps, or showcase your own drawing talent. Add, remove, or change your designs to create your own unique photo art. 1. Click Binder from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. A
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    Creating digital photo albums Organize your memorable photos in an electronic photo album. You can share your custom photo albums with friends and family 1. Click PhotoAlbum from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. PhotoAlbum window 2. Click New Album. The Select Photo area appears. 3. To
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    5. Click to select a design layout for your album. Use the scroll bar to view all available album designs. Select Layout window 6. Click to select a page layout for your album. Use the scroll bar to view all available layout designs. Scroll through your album using the book icons at the bottom of
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    7. Click Edit Album to make changes to your album. Customize your album by adding more pictures, pages, decorations, or comments, or by deleting pages. Click Edit Page to customize a page in your album. You can customize with your own drawing, stamps or other decorations. 8. Click Save. 9. Enter a
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    can view on a computer.  Export as a Full Package. This creates an uncompressed file to be saved to recordable media, such as a CD-R/CD-RW or Memory Stick® media. To export a photo album 1. With a a photo album open, click Export. Select Form at window 2. Click to select an export format. Select
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    5. An export completion message window appears, displaying the file name and file size. Click Return to Edit Album Screen. Page 119
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    create. 4. Set the number of copies to be printed and select a connected printer. Click Print. Use the appropriate paper when creating postcards, labels or business cards. Page 120
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    About Preinstalled Image-editing Software Your VAIO® computer has other image-editing software preinstalled, depending on the system configuration purchased. For details on your preinstalled software titles, see the online or hardcopy specifications sheet. Page 121
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    Using Adobe Photoshop Elements software Adobe® Photoshop® Elements software is an image-editing software that is preinstalled on certain VAIO® computers. It has a wide assortment of tools for enhancing your images and offers extensive online help to enable you to make the most of your
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    Using Microsoft Paint software Microsoft® Paint software provides basic image-editing features. To start Microsoft Paint software 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Accessories and then click Paint. To access Microsoft Paint Help 1. Start the Microsoft Paint
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    have an i.LINK® connector. You can edit your video creations, export them back to your video camera, or save them as files on your computer or storage media. DVgate and DVgate Plus software give you advanced and powerful video import and export features, precise editing capabilities, and preserves
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    . The Windows® XP operating system enables you to import video from your DV device.  Memory Stick® or other data storage media - Some DV devices store pictures on Memory Stick or other media. You can transfer your video from the storage media directly to your computer's hard disk drive. Page 125
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    Plus Software DVgate Plus software enables you to transfer video content from your DV device to your VAIO® computer. You can format your video into movies, and then save it on your computer's hard drive or record it back to your to your digital video camera. DVgate Plus software's flow Page 126
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    Capture Modes (detail) Output feature (detail) For details on how to connect your digital video camera to your computer, refer to the documentation supplied with camera or the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. To access the DVgate Plus software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and
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    taskbar and point to All Programs 2. Point to DVgate Plus and click DVgate Plus. To capture digital video (automatic mode) 1. After starting DVgate Plus software, click Cancel to close the Mode Select Guide. 2. Confirm that the Capture Mode is active. If you are in Output Mode, click Go to Capture
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    9. Click Output. 10. When the Confirm window appears, click OK. Page 129
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    Using DVgate Software DVgate Plus software provides complete control over all aspects of capturing, editing, and exporting digital video. To access the DVgate software's Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to DVgate and click DVgate Help. Page 130
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    SCAN. The DVgate software scans your tape and creates a list of video clips for capture. You can manually select video clips to be captured, while viewing playback of your tape in the file and choose a location to save your video clips. The default save location is on drive D. 5. Click Save. Page 131
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    click DVgate Assemble. 3. Click ADD. 4. In the ADD dialog box, select the video clip files you want to include in your combined movie, and click Open.  main window. 7. Click OUTPUT ALL to save your finished movie to your hard disk drive. 8. Select a file destination for your movie, type a file name,
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    to your digital video camera After you have created a movie, you can export it back to your compatible DV device. 1. Confirm your DV device is set to recording mode. On certain models this is called VCR or VTR mode. 2. Turn on your DV device, and insert a tape. 3. From your VAIO® computer, click
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    VAIO® computer using an i.LINK cable. Only one DV device can be connected to your computer at a time.  The Windows® XP operating system (default settings), may display the Digital Video Video Device window.  DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. Do not use disk hard disk drive,
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    capability to your preinstalled multimedia software. Depending on the software preinstalled on your system, you can share still images, music, video, and live television to other VAIO® computers on your network1. 1 For a lis ting on the preins talled s oftware on your c omputer, s ee the online or
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    Network media servers You can set up one or more computers to act as media servers to store and deliver your multimedia files across a wired or wireless network. VAIO Media software is available on certain VAIO® computer models. Page 136
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    Capsules in MPEG1 (LP), MPEG2 (SP), or MPEG2 (HQ) formats are supported. Only VAIO® computers preinstalled with Giga Pocket software, ver. 5.5 or later, can be used as VAIO Media servers for video content.  Still image files - Supports still image files in JPEG, GIF, BMP, PNG, and TIFF formats
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    ver. 5.5 or later, can act as a VAIO Media Video Server. Client system requirements  All client computers must be VAIO® computers running Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Edition operating system. VAIO Media does not support other computers or environments.  All client computers
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    specific location, browse through the network and save the file to a client computer. You can also save the file to a blank storage media, such as a CD-R, CD-RW or Memory taskbar, and point to All Programs 3. Point to VAIO Media and then click VAIO Media. 4. On the client computer, perform the
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    computer. The VAIO Media Video Server software automatically makes Video Capsule cabinets available to the client computers on your network. VAIO Media Console software starts the appropriate VAIO Media servers (VAIO Media Music Server , VAIO Media Photo Server , or VAIO Media Video Server software
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    puter) 3. Click the type of content you want to view or listen to (Music, Photo, Video, or TV). VAIO Media software searches for an available VAIO Media server computer on your network.  If more than one VAIO Media server is found, the Please select a server screen appears. Select your desired
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    it displays thumbnail images of the image files in that folder. Click an image thumbnail to view the image file.  Video Cabinets window - When you click a folder on the Video Cabinets window, it displays a list of Video Capsules in the cabinet. Click a Video Capsule on the list to view it. Page 142
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    VAIO® computer and a compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video as an optical drive or hard disk drive, make sure Capture and then click Network Smart Capture Help. 1 i.LI N K is a trademark of Sony us ed only to des ignate that a produc t c ontains an I E E E
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    . Network Smart Capture opens with a preinstalled video clip in the Finder Window, indicating there is in the Finder Window. See the documentation supplied with your digital camera or camcorder for more 8 Select Effect Saves an image to your hard disk 2 Help Displays Help 9 Change Setting Set
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    images in the Finder window 11 Web Camera Captures still images according to specified settings 5 Save As Saves an image to your hard disk 12 Movie Mode Captures video 6 Send the selected images Enables you to send images or movies by e-mail, to ImageStation® Web site, or to upload them to
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    Capturing still images using Still mode The following information tells you how to set preferences and capture a still image. To set Still mode preferences 1. Start Network Smart Capture software and connect your compatible i.LINK® digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (
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    2. Click the thumbnail images or arrows to the right of the Finder Window to view the images. As you capture each image, it appears in the Finder Window. Page 147
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    movies. You can remove all special effects by clicking the No Effects button. To capture video content in Movie mode 1. Use your digital camcorder to locate the view(s) you want Movie Clip Setting window. 3. You can review your movie in the Finder Window by double-clicking the movie thumbnail in the data
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    Capturing Web camera images To set Web camera mode preferences 1. Start Network Smart Capture software. 2. Click Web camera. 3. Click Change Setting to view the available options for your image capture. Web Cam era Setting window The Web Camera Setting window has six tabs:  Basic - Select a folder
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    Applying effects to your still images and movies You can add effects to real-time images or movies displayed in the Finder Window. You can use a different effect for each picture. Effect Selection 1. Click Select Effect near the bottom of the window to open the drop-down list of effects. Click to
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    family and friends. The ImageStation service requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be connected to ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Click Sign Up Now, and follow the on-screen instructions.  If you
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    computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices, Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased. To view the specific hardware
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    see the online specifications sheet. The total power supplied by the 6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV-W series computer has your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
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    i.LINK cable connector into this port. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4- or 6-pin i.LINK port on your computer. See the instructions that came with your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. Page 154
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    OpenMG software. Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on Memory Stick® media. Memory Stick media do not support video file playback directly from the media. Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the
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    Stick media 1. Use your fingertip to pull open the upper front panel cover, as shown. Opening the front panel 2. Insert the Memory Stick® media into the Memory Stick media slot. Inserting the Mem ory Stick Media 3. If the media does not insert easily, remove it from the slot and verify that it
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    media remains extended when it is inserted into the Memory Stick media slot. 1. Press the extended portion of the Memory Stick media to release it from the Memory Stick slot. The media extends further, enabling you to grasp it. 2. Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot carefully. Rem ov ing
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    contain a write-protect tab. The write-protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media. When you slide the write-protect tab to the LOCK position, your Memory Stick media is write-protected. You cannot delete, copy, or save information on the media while
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    's System Reference Manual. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.  Overview  About Opening the System Unit  About Add-on Card Installation  Installing Memory  About the Lithium Battery  About Hard Disk Drive Installation Page 159
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    Overview The upgrading procedures described in this section assume that you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Page 160
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    configuration for your system, see the online specifications sheet. You may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components that may be near the slot cover you plan to remove. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and other components. Follow the procedures
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    About Opening the System Unit Removing the side panel 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices. 3. Place the system unit on its side. 4. Locate the two tabs on the back edge of the right side
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    About Opening the System Unit Removing the side panel 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices. 3. Place the system unit on its side. 4. Locate the two tabs on the back edge of the right side
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    Replacing the side panel 1. Place the system unit on its side. 2. Align the tabs on the side panel to the tracks on the chassis frame. 3. Gently slide the side panel onto the chassis, until the tabs lock the panel into place. Replacing the side panel Page 164
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    the add-on card should not exceed 9.05 inches. Add-on card configuration varies by model. Some models, such as Configure-to-Order (CTO) systems, may contain preinstalled add-on cards. Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer
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    by inserting it into the expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the expansion slot cover. Installing an add- on card 6. Attach any internal cables that the card requires. See the instructions supplied with the add-on card. 7. Replace the side panel. See Replacing the side panel. Page 166
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    8. Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices. 9. Turn on the computer. Page 167
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    . Your computer may ship with all available memory slots filled. For memory replacement or upgrades, use the correct memory module for your computer's configuration. See the online Specifications sheet for details about the amount of memory installed in your computer. You can purchase additional
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    . See Removing the side panel. 4. Gently place the unit on its side. If necessary, remove any cables, add-on cards, or other components to access the memory module slots. 5. Locate the memory module(s) you wish to remove. 6. Push down on the latches, located on both sides of the module, to gently
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    . See Removing the side panel. 4. Gently place the unit on its side. If necessary, remove any cables, add-on cards, or other components to access the memory module slots. 5. Remove the memory module from its anti-static package, handling it by the the edges. 6. Locate the notch on the bottom edge of
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    time stored in CMOS RAM, may become inaccurate any cables, add-on cards, or other components to values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to the Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. To locate a Service Center near you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony
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    Resetting the computer's date and time To reset your computer's date and time: 1. Double-click the time readout displayed in the Windows® Taskbar Notification area. The Date and Time properties window appears. 2. From the Date & Time tab, change the settings as desired. Click Apply, and then click
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    have a second hard disk drive installed. Your system can support ATA-33, ATA-66, or ATA-100 hard disk drives. Sony recommends using an ATA-100 hard disk drive to take full advantage of your system's features. The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal hard disk drive is active
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    the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site, contact a customer service representative at 1-800-488-7669. For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center, click VAIO Recovery
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    submenu. 2. Click the link for your computer model number. The model-specific support page appears. 3. Under Documentation, click System Reference Manual or System Reference Guide. Observe the proper safety precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Page 175
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    the side panel. 4. Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave. See the configuration instructions supplied with your drive. 5. Detach the power and drive cables from the original hard disk drive that is preinstalled in your computer. 6. Unlock the drive holder from the chassis by pulling the
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    connector to align pin 1 on the red side of the ribbon cable with pin 1 on the new drive. 13. Connect the second power connector to the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive. Replacing the driv e holder 14. Replace the side panel. See Replacing the side panel. 15. Reconnect
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    the Unallocated area of the disk and then right-click to display a shortcut menu. 7. Select New Partition. The New Partition wizard appears. 8. Follow the wizard's on-screen instructions to complete the process. The Windows® XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS
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    This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on how in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased.  About VAIO Computer Functions  About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s)  About the Mouse and Keyboard  About the Modem  About
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    a bootable floppy disk).  Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable CD).  Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.  If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS
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    a bootable floppy disk).  Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable CD).  Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.  If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS
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    software application continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds, may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open
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    Help and Support. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu 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 on-screen instructions
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    the system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. To access the online User Guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Page 184
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    How do I change the video resolution of my display? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select Appearance and Themes, and then select Change the screen
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    About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems you may encounter when using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder functions. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Customer Support. Page 186
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    Why can't I see an image or an image that is displayed properly when I am using a VCR? Some images from an externally-connected video player device or a video game console, may not display or are not displayed correctly. These images include:  Images from a playback screen that is in pause mode. 
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    where screen or image distortion may occur, such as:  When you change the channel on the video player device.  If there is a damaged section on your video tape. When using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, set your display settings as follows:  Colors-Use the default factory settings (32-bit
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    Capsule while recording a TV program with Giga Pocket. During a timer recording, Giga Pocket may interrupt or stop your Video Capsule playback to prioritize your computer's resources for the timer recording. If this occurs, wait until the timer recording session has completed, and then play
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    the error message, "Event buffer of audio overflow?" The timer recording may fail in certain situations, such as:  The coaxial cable (input) is disconnected after recording has started.  The TV channel has lost broadcast signal during the recording session.  Video content being recorded has poor
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    Why did my on-screen display shift or split? Your on-screen display may shift or split in rare instances. If this should occur, switch the TV/Recording deck and the playback deck, or try switching the channel. Your timer recording continues even if the on-screen display has shifted or split. Page
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    Why did Giga Pocket stop allowing me to create new Video Capsules? You cannot create a new Video Capsule when the remaining free space on your hard disk drive reaches approximately 100 MB. Delete any unnecessary Video Capsules or files to increase the free space on your hard drive. Page 192
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    About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the online specifications sheet. Page 193
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    To use the My Computer icon 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2. Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3. Select Eject from the shortcut menu. Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the
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    to the manufacturer's instructions.  If your drive reads some DVDs or CDs, but not others, check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches.  The preinstalled CD or DVD software may not be working properly. To recover this software, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more
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    software, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. 1 T he V A I O "W" s eries
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    as plain paper, card stock, or fabric drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps:  Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support.  From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery
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    as plain paper, card stock, or fabric drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps:  Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support.  From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery
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    How do I set up my mouse for left-hand use? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. 3. From the Buttons tab, select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button
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    Why doesn't my keyboard work properly?  Check that the keyboard1 is securely plugged into the keyboard port.  Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. 1 T he V A I O "W" s eries c omputer has a built-in keyboard.
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    telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems.  Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you think your telephone line is free from line noise.  If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it
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    telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems.  Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you think your telephone line is free from line noise.  If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it
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    are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your Troubleshoot button. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the problem.  The modem driver(s) may not be working properly. To recover your modem drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery
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    How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-tone dialing? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Phone and Modem options. 3. From the Dialing Rules tab, click Edit. The Edit Location dialog box appears. 4. Select the Tone or
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    , and Audio Devices, drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV
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    , and Audio Devices, drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV
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    About Using a Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Page 207
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    About Using a Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Page 208
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    following these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, then click Sounds and Audio Devices. 3. From the Audio tab, locate the Sound recording section and click Volume. The Recording Control dialog box appears. If the volume
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    appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he loc
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    appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he loc
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    The connected printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode.  Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on.  If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting
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    in this section provides basic procedures for handling your system and common peripheral devices, and using storage media.  About the Power Source  About Disposing of the Lithium Battery  About Handling the Computer System  About Handling a Monitor (Display)  About Recording and Data
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    .  Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use the computer for a long time.  Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply. To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment, refer the repair or replacement of the
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    instructions supplied manual.  Do not change the display setup while Giga Pocket is running, or your system may operate improperly. Hard disk drive  When the available free space on your hard disk approaches 100 MB, you are not able to create a new Video Capsule. Delete unnecessary Video supports
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    be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries. The
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    ; otherwise, problems may result.  Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.  Always switch the power off before connecting before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. The hard disk drive  Do not place the computer in
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    -related software may not function correctly when your monitor is set to a high refresh rate. If your monitor does not play back video content properly, try setting the display to a lower refresh rate.  Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force.  Do not block the ventilation slots
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    in the optical drive and damage the drive. Cleaning CD or Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media. Handling floppy disks1  Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk.  Keep floppy disks
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    Support Options Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results.  Immediate Help and Support  Help and Support
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    find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to the Internet. The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support, if problems occur.  VAIO® Computer User Guide
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    at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The Sony Computing Support Web site provides:  Information about your specific model computer, such as  hardware and software specifications.  upgrade and maintenance procedures.  safety and legal information.  quick solutions to common problems.  An automated
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    5. Hardware feature or software application that has a problem. (See Help and Support Resources for the appropriate software contact information.) 6. Brief description of the issue. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. 1 T he
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